David H (Northwing Miniatures)
@wargameswriter.bsky.social
Writer & Wargamer. I enjoy wargaming conflicts from ancient times to the 20th century, all while drinking copious quantities of coffee.
Home of Northwing Miniatures: https://www.northwingminiatures.com/
Home of Northwing Miniatures: https://www.northwingminiatures.com/
Uruk Hai pike ready to march on Helms Deep. Next up will be some sword and shield types ready to get close up and personal.
December 8, 2025 at 8:25 PM
Uruk Hai pike ready to march on Helms Deep. Next up will be some sword and shield types ready to get close up and personal.
I am having a rubbish day. I've been run ragged trying to get answers out of solicitors and estate agents (it's like getting blood from a stone). So getting some excellent minis and moulds from @fenrisgames.com has really cheered me up!
December 8, 2025 at 12:06 PM
I am having a rubbish day. I've been run ragged trying to get answers out of solicitors and estate agents (it's like getting blood from a stone). So getting some excellent minis and moulds from @fenrisgames.com has really cheered me up!
Work in progress on my Uruk Hai pikemen. Not quite done yet, but nearly there.
December 7, 2025 at 8:18 PM
Work in progress on my Uruk Hai pikemen. Not quite done yet, but nearly there.
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Hey, wanna support a cool* small business this Xmas? We have hundreds of excellent hand sculpted and hand cast minis, many of which are hitting nazis.
www.badsquiddogames.com
*my mum says I'm cool
www.badsquiddogames.com
*my mum says I'm cool
December 6, 2025 at 2:17 PM
Hey, wanna support a cool* small business this Xmas? We have hundreds of excellent hand sculpted and hand cast minis, many of which are hitting nazis.
www.badsquiddogames.com
*my mum says I'm cool
www.badsquiddogames.com
*my mum says I'm cool
Wren and Avery are being frankly adorable tonight. Both are knackered after a busy day sleeping and supervising me wrapping Christmas presents.
December 6, 2025 at 9:32 PM
Wren and Avery are being frankly adorable tonight. Both are knackered after a busy day sleeping and supervising me wrapping Christmas presents.
Saruman, with his Palantir and his pal Grima Wormtongue.
Don't mind the cow in the background, it's a Christmas present.
Don't mind the cow in the background, it's a Christmas present.
December 6, 2025 at 7:35 PM
Saruman, with his Palantir and his pal Grima Wormtongue.
Don't mind the cow in the background, it's a Christmas present.
Don't mind the cow in the background, it's a Christmas present.
Reposted by David H (Northwing Miniatures)
Shopping small is meaningful!
November 29, 2025 at 10:52 PM
Shopping small is meaningful!
With most of my miniature projects packed up ready for our house move I only have a small box of unpainted minis to keep me busy. So I decided it was about time that I change Saruman the Grey (unpainted) to Saruman the White.
December 5, 2025 at 10:12 PM
With most of my miniature projects packed up ready for our house move I only have a small box of unpainted minis to keep me busy. So I decided it was about time that I change Saruman the Grey (unpainted) to Saruman the White.
Who let the dogs out? I did as I needed reinforcements for my Warriors of Chaos army. They'll also be used in my Beastman army that I'll be doing in 2026.
December 4, 2025 at 6:45 PM
Who let the dogs out? I did as I needed reinforcements for my Warriors of Chaos army. They'll also be used in my Beastman army that I'll be doing in 2026.
Exciting times - I've just sent Alan Marsh my briefing documents for my next wave of Jewish Revolt against Rome minis, plus an entirely new range of figures with the placeholder name of "The Rat-Kin Reavers"...
December 3, 2025 at 4:24 PM
Exciting times - I've just sent Alan Marsh my briefing documents for my next wave of Jewish Revolt against Rome minis, plus an entirely new range of figures with the placeholder name of "The Rat-Kin Reavers"...
I never realised how many different options there were for materials you could use for wiping off paint while dry brushing. There are some fantastic replies in the comments.
What are people's favourite materials for dry brushing? Mine is cardboard, which I usually get from the back of cheap note pads. I've just started a new one for tonight's painting session when I'll be working on some war dogs.
December 3, 2025 at 1:17 PM
I never realised how many different options there were for materials you could use for wiping off paint while dry brushing. There are some fantastic replies in the comments.
What are people's favourite materials for dry brushing? Mine is cardboard, which I usually get from the back of cheap note pads. I've just started a new one for tonight's painting session when I'll be working on some war dogs.
December 2, 2025 at 5:18 PM
What are people's favourite materials for dry brushing? Mine is cardboard, which I usually get from the back of cheap note pads. I've just started a new one for tonight's painting session when I'll be working on some war dogs.
My Ogre bodyguard was getting a bit greedy and not doing that much for my Mordheim warband, so I've given him his P45 and hired a pit fighter instead (that I've just finished building and painting).
November 30, 2025 at 9:52 PM
My Ogre bodyguard was getting a bit greedy and not doing that much for my Mordheim warband, so I've given him his P45 and hired a pit fighter instead (that I've just finished building and painting).
9th donation done. And this time they had Bourbons again!
As always, the usual encouragement to go and donate. It's a great way to get free biscuits. #bloodforthebloodgod
As always, the usual encouragement to go and donate. It's a great way to get free biscuits. #bloodforthebloodgod
November 30, 2025 at 11:41 AM
9th donation done. And this time they had Bourbons again!
As always, the usual encouragement to go and donate. It's a great way to get free biscuits. #bloodforthebloodgod
As always, the usual encouragement to go and donate. It's a great way to get free biscuits. #bloodforthebloodgod
Had a fantastic roadtrip with some mates down to Battleground today and picked up a good haul of things. Most of which was actually on my original shopping list! If you're in the area next year I'd highly recommend it.
November 29, 2025 at 3:51 PM
Had a fantastic roadtrip with some mates down to Battleground today and picked up a good haul of things. Most of which was actually on my original shopping list! If you're in the area next year I'd highly recommend it.
Last night I returned to the city of Mordheim with my Marienburgers, this time to face the Possessed. My pirates pulled off another victory, but lost two of their number permanently to injuries. Afterwards I let my Ogre mercenary go as he was eating all my food but not actually achieving very much.
November 26, 2025 at 7:30 AM
Last night I returned to the city of Mordheim with my Marienburgers, this time to face the Possessed. My pirates pulled off another victory, but lost two of their number permanently to injuries. Afterwards I let my Ogre mercenary go as he was eating all my food but not actually achieving very much.
At my painting desk with my supervisor, Wren. Yes, she stole my desk chair. And yes, I made her a bed on it.
November 24, 2025 at 8:19 PM
At my painting desk with my supervisor, Wren. Yes, she stole my desk chair. And yes, I made her a bed on it.
Sometimes it's worth looking up. On my way to the office this morning I spotted this plaque commemorating the birthplace of Admiral Collingwood near St Nicholas Cathedral in Newcastle.
November 24, 2025 at 9:01 AM
Sometimes it's worth looking up. On my way to the office this morning I spotted this plaque commemorating the birthplace of Admiral Collingwood near St Nicholas Cathedral in Newcastle.
My replacement lamp arrived today. Very happy with it, not just a replacement but a definite upgrade. Woputne Desk lamp with Clamp,... www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0CF5JJY2...
November 22, 2025 at 9:50 PM
My replacement lamp arrived today. Very happy with it, not just a replacement but a definite upgrade. Woputne Desk lamp with Clamp,... www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0CF5JJY2...
Anyone got any ideas?
The urge to submit Boaty McBoathelm is strong.
The urge to submit Boaty McBoathelm is strong.
November 21, 2025 at 7:42 AM
Anyone got any ideas?
The urge to submit Boaty McBoathelm is strong.
The urge to submit Boaty McBoathelm is strong.
Disaster! Sometimes in the night my desk lamp has snapped and broken. I have no evidence as to what caused this but I blame one of the cats...
Would appreciate recommendations for a good desk lamp for painting please 🙂
Would appreciate recommendations for a good desk lamp for painting please 🙂
November 20, 2025 at 1:46 PM
Disaster! Sometimes in the night my desk lamp has snapped and broken. I have no evidence as to what caused this but I blame one of the cats...
Would appreciate recommendations for a good desk lamp for painting please 🙂
Would appreciate recommendations for a good desk lamp for painting please 🙂
Just finished my ratling squad (all metal) for my 3rd edition 40k Imperial Guard army. Absolutely love the character in these minis and the little touches the sculptors added like the apple core.
November 19, 2025 at 9:49 PM
Just finished my ratling squad (all metal) for my 3rd edition 40k Imperial Guard army. Absolutely love the character in these minis and the little touches the sculptors added like the apple core.
I decided to get myself a carry case from Element Games for travelling with un-magnetised models. For £36 it's decent, being able to carry approx 72 minis (28mm). I filled it up with minis and did a shake test, including gently throwing it across the room, and nothing shifted inside. Can recommend.
November 19, 2025 at 2:23 PM
I decided to get myself a carry case from Element Games for travelling with un-magnetised models. For £36 it's decent, being able to carry approx 72 minis (28mm). I filled it up with minis and did a shake test, including gently throwing it across the room, and nothing shifted inside. Can recommend.
I popped down to Durham for some Christmas shopping today, and had a quick word with my pal Bede (The Venerable) at Durham Cathedral while I was there.
November 18, 2025 at 8:32 PM
I popped down to Durham for some Christmas shopping today, and had a quick word with my pal Bede (The Venerable) at Durham Cathedral while I was there.
This was one of my favourite moments from last night's Mordheim game. The Thing (aka, Turkey Man) has just walked down the stairs and is eyeing up his next meal. The skaven have the chance to charge him as a group and overwhelm him, but all bar one rat fail their fear test so fail to charge!
November 14, 2025 at 11:27 AM
This was one of my favourite moments from last night's Mordheim game. The Thing (aka, Turkey Man) has just walked down the stairs and is eyeing up his next meal. The skaven have the chance to charge him as a group and overwhelm him, but all bar one rat fail their fear test so fail to charge!