Bloody Miniatures: The Militant Tendency

Bloody Miniatures released it's third wave in April 2022; this the second pack of  that wave, BM 014 - The Militant Tendency.

The 17th century in England saw a rise in religious division and the birth of fringe movements such as the Levelers and Diggers.

Cromwell saw himself as an instrument of God's Will; many of his soldiers and followers believed it as well.

Having grown tired of Parliament's delinquency in addressing the soldiers concern's (and their backpay) an Army Council was formed consisting of  Officers and common soldiers- known as Agitators-  to lobby Parliament to meet their grievances. 

Driven by a desire for social, political and religious reform I imagine these young men might be perceived as radical, possibly as religious extremists.

This fellow above is one of my favourite figures of the range: fantastic pose and face. I think of him as staunch protestant clergyman, refusing the traditional vestment, preferring lay clothing of a suitable somber tone.

Next up on the work bench, All The Kings Men and The Parliament Men.

Bloody Miniatures: The Looters

 Once again this winter I have enrolled in the Analogue Hobbies Painting Challenge, and my commitment this year is to get all my collection of Bloody Miniatures painted. I have competed the first two waves and this years first entry is the first pack of the third wave, the Looters (BM 013):

I am taking my time with this range, trying to do a tidier job, with an extra highlight or two.

These are such characterful sculpts; wonderful details and fantastic faces.

My goal is to have enough Bloody Miniatures painted and enough buildings for a little skirmish game.

Possibly a rescue/kidnapping/ransom scenario....

.... or maybe a looting mission in a ruined village with- you guessed it- zombies!

Currently on the paint desk, BM 014; The Militant Tendency.