Brunhilde was a Frank leader/chieftain of the early Germans. She is also a shield maiden in Wagners "Ring Cycle" commonly called a Valkyrie. So I thought it was a fitting name for my carrier in aeronef. It is so large I have had to make my own flying stand. (Still work to do on that). It is by Brigade models (
LINK). They do not have any suitable bases either, so no short-cut there. At present it dips down slightly in the front, but that shall be rectified. The model comes as a multi part kit in both resin and white metal. But goes together easily . (except whan you loose 2 turrets)
I have included a pic of Wagners Brunhilde just so you know what I am talking about. The aeronef Brunhilde is quite the largest aeronef I have seen (as yet) and as such dwarfs many of the other nations carriers. I have yet to see the stats for the ship but am expecting Large medium and small guns as well as the ability to launch 2 wings of fighters each turn. (Assuming I have paid the points for them) and Can field them on the table. Yes I feel an order to Brigade coming very shortly as I feel I will need torpedo bombers!
Showing the other side it only has one runway. Tis is not a problem as The aircraft (not shown) easily fit on it. matt has expressed some envy of it as it does make the British carrier look small. But as we all know size is only one solution. The whole model costs £9 but is a pain to paint. There is no where for it to rest. Theerfore you have to paint a bit and the Vanish it or else rub paint off with your hands as you handle it. I suspect It has had 5 coats of varnish in all. Including a top coat when all the painting is done.
Just to hint at how large it is the photo shows a small Patrol Aeronef sitting on its stand. As you can clearly see the patrol nef can fit inside one of the hangers (if put at an angle). It was a beast to paint and I am glad it is over. No Matt I do not want to paint any more!
Unrelated. I have had a mini spend on eBay. The books are to give me a bit of a boost with Lion Rampant and the Video with Pup alley. I hasten to add there will not be dinosaurs and cowboys in pulp alley this time. So forget that idea. But something to watch in the small hours when sleep does not come.
Next time some more Lion Rampant. And an accident with a figure.
Until then have a good weekend and do something to reward yourself.
All the best Clint
Brunhilde was a Frank leader/chieftain of the early Germans. She is also a shield maiden in Wagners "Ring Cycle" commonly called a Valkyrie. So I thought it was a fitting name for my carrier in aeronef. It is so large I have had to make my own flying stand. (Still work to do on that). It is by Brigade models (LINK). They do not have any suitable bases either, so no short-cut there. At present it dips down slightly in the front, but that shall be rectified. The model comes as a multi part kit in both resin and white metal. But goes together easily . (except whan you loose 2 turrets)
Unrelated. I have had a mini spend on eBay. The books are to give me a bit of a boost with Lion Rampant and the Video with Pup alley. I hasten to add there will not be dinosaurs and cowboys in pulp alley this time. So forget that idea. But something to watch in the small hours when sleep does not come. 
Great work on the carrier Clint, can't see where you dropped it at all. Some great reference material for your other projects, can't remember how long ago I watched "Valley of Gwangi"
ReplyDeleteThanks Dave. Valley of Gwangi is not cheap on Amazon so look out for it cheap in charity shops! (Best Bet).
DeleteI take comfort in you not being able to see where it was dropped. Look like I may get away with that one!
That carrier is a nice model even if it was a pain to paint, as for the Valley of the Gwangi I always thought it would make for a great PA campaign & is something I've though of doing :)
ReplyDeletePA Valley of Gwangi I am saying no more. Other than it is not my plan. (But is a very little linked). The build has started and I really MUST get on with it!
DeleteThat is a BIG beast of a ship. I can see why you'd want one in your fleet.
ReplyDeleteThank you Bryan Brunehilde is massive. When that gets shot done the fat lady has definitely sung!
DeleteNice aeronef, I hope you get the stand sorted in the end. And as for your choice of movie, you can't go wrong with some vintage Harryhausen!
ReplyDeleteThank you Lee. The stand will get sorted soon I promise. And the films even my sister wants to borrow it! And we have very different film tastes.
DeleteNice carrier mate
ReplyDeleteThank you Andy. We shall see what it does in battle before we decide on how NICE it is!
DeleteThat is one brute of a mdel, painting must have been very frustratig, but well worth all your efforts in the end. The rather bland side is a but meh - maybe put some sponsor advertising on it to brighten it up ?
ReplyDelete(just kidding with the last bit btw)
Thank you Joe. You are not the first to say put a beer advert on it! I was tempted as there are some German bees I really do like. "Berlin Weiss" for example or "Diebells" but in the end I decided against such things!
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