I have painted this unit in record time which is unusual in that they are cavalry, lovely on the table but a chore to paint as it always feels like the horses are simply an add on, something which you cannot avoid, which you can't of course but you know what I mean. I have seen some beautiful horses on wargame tables, I keep mine simple, the odd black horse with the rest being Bays with black legs, manes and tails, I also give every horse a bit of white. Perhaps one day I shall attempt a white (grey) horse, although I have managed Strawberry Roan before.
As usual with the Dark Ages if you get interested and start looking for information you find there isn't a lot and espeically not what we wargamers require. I believe my son's Franks are around 900AD therefore some of the figures are classic Carolingian, with that faux-Roman look and their unique headgear while others are more 'modern' with a look that becomes synonymous with the Normans. It is a nice mix.
I have another twelve figures standing by, but I have a large map project to complete so they will not be completed as quick as these guys. I cannot deliver them until next Sunday when they will be required on the field of battle so the basing will have to wait.
Love those cavalry George! Your lad ought to be well pleased.
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Matt