tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8423998700545338590.post2604305487508413092..comments2024-03-28T12:39:04.081+00:00Comments on Vampifan's World of the Undead: Vampifan's Views 49 - Monthly Musings 29Vampifanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11318241813130102121noreply@blogger.comBlogger28125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8423998700545338590.post-25165026805698214002014-05-02T13:49:03.334+01:002014-05-02T13:49:03.334+01:00Cool! (That is cool in finding the batrep not cool...Cool! (That is cool in finding the batrep not cool in being ill). Vampifanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11318241813130102121noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8423998700545338590.post-24030533720400628912014-05-02T12:58:39.994+01:002014-05-02T12:58:39.994+01:00Bonus, I just found your robbery batrep, I missed ...Bonus, I just found your robbery batrep, I missed it cos I was sick over Crimboshintokamikazehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05207403117206742641noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8423998700545338590.post-84449032472621688362014-05-01T21:49:39.586+01:002014-05-01T21:49:39.586+01:00Thanks, Shinto. I'm sure you won't be disa...Thanks, Shinto. I'm sure you won't be disappointed with my upcoming batrep. Vampifanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11318241813130102121noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8423998700545338590.post-42335221313456105152014-05-01T17:05:27.851+01:002014-05-01T17:05:27.851+01:00Sorry to hear about your Mum Bryan, I hope she rec...Sorry to hear about your Mum Bryan, I hope she recovers soon. I cant wait for the batrep it sounds epic, the way I see it "the longer the better"shintokamikazehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05207403117206742641noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8423998700545338590.post-1451102201019889092014-05-01T03:35:19.987+01:002014-05-01T03:35:19.987+01:00Many thanks, Nobody667. I'm no fan of the emo,...Many thanks, Nobody667. I'm no fan of the emo, self-hating and depressing vampires either.Vampifanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11318241813130102121noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8423998700545338590.post-45859110337166696662014-05-01T01:30:36.729+01:002014-05-01T01:30:36.729+01:00Hopefully your mom makes a full and speedy recover...Hopefully your mom makes a full and speedy recovery!<br /><br />Like many others I eagerly await your next batrep, sounds like a great way to kick off a campaign! A gang war will make for an interesting backdrop for some action.<br /><br />Vampires have been more scary for me, when they are portrayed as intelligent, malevolent, evil fiends. I can't stand the emo, self hating, depressing types that seem to have come about... More Dracula and less Twilight. Nobody667https://www.blogger.com/profile/12619766374150489698noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8423998700545338590.post-84803301922904893562014-04-30T22:26:26.132+01:002014-04-30T22:26:26.132+01:00Dave, I think "Twilight" did more harm t...Dave, I think "Twilight" did more harm to the cause of vampires in fiction than good. Give me Selene (Kate Beckinsale) from the "Underworld" films any day!<br />Once again, I appreciate your comments. Cheers, mate.Vampifanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11318241813130102121noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8423998700545338590.post-45366854911981566832014-04-30T18:43:03.049+01:002014-04-30T18:43:03.049+01:00I prefer zombies personally, always have done but ...I prefer zombies personally, always have done but I do like vampires when they are truly frightening and done right, as opposed to this new teenie 'twilight' rubbish! That's just my opinion. Really looking forward to the batrep and seeing how the vampivan turns out, and most importantly, news of your mums speedy recovery in your next monthly musings. I wish her all the best.Dave VanDamhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10013241156656765396noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8423998700545338590.post-31201423362463608712014-04-30T14:10:44.538+01:002014-04-30T14:10:44.538+01:00My mum has told me to thank everyone for their wel...My mum has told me to thank everyone for their well wishes.<br /><br />I will be adding exterior detail to the Vampivan, Bob. It is well armoured enough as is, but I will be adding supplies in the shape of jerry cans, back backs, ammo boxes, etc. I have already added a roof hatch to the rear compartment. <br /><br />Also, fair comment - my blog, my rules. Vampires stay!Vampifanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11318241813130102121noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8423998700545338590.post-8107522918008202012014-04-30T14:01:32.293+01:002014-04-30T14:01:32.293+01:00Many thanks, Russ, for such a kind and heartfelt c...Many thanks, Russ, for such a kind and heartfelt comment. It meant a lot to me!Vampifanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11318241813130102121noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8423998700545338590.post-18104859890281153482014-04-30T13:48:44.238+01:002014-04-30T13:48:44.238+01:00No not at all mate, I had just come back from the ...No not at all mate, I had just come back from the solicitor where we were sorting out my mothers"living will" "probate" and "power of attorney" so I was probably over reacting. Clinthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02351729764098750618noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8423998700545338590.post-87256904119690604612014-04-30T13:45:13.125+01:002014-04-30T13:45:13.125+01:00Sorry to hear about your mum Bryan, I hope she mak...Sorry to hear about your mum Bryan, I hope she makes a full recovery.<br />Interesting to hear about your plans, batrep will be much appreciated. Will you be adding any exterior detailing to the Vampivan before you paint it? I was thinking panelling in card or armour plating details etc would look really good. Just that it could become a star character like Vampifan himself and would need to look it's best.<br />While not as big a fan of vampires as I am of zombies, the genre is still interesting to read about especially when written by someone with an obvious passion for the subject. Besides your blog your rules.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11616664689882136444noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8423998700545338590.post-58943197339593655102014-04-30T13:44:14.498+01:002014-04-30T13:44:14.498+01:00Oh - about that. I've heard a coat of PVA help...Oh - about that. I've heard a coat of PVA helps ;)Mathyoohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11254075235438097742noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8423998700545338590.post-76356516716521829232014-04-30T13:35:31.355+01:002014-04-30T13:35:31.355+01:00I'm with Clint, write about what makes you hap...I'm with Clint, write about what makes you happy! I really just enjoy reading about the adventures of Bryan and how his life is going (batreps, cardstock, and minis are just a bonus).<br /><br />Persevere with taking care of your mother, such is the price of love (and I miss mine a little more this morning). Take care, Vampi!Russhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08080926107746464788noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8423998700545338590.post-32617453094325957532014-04-30T13:33:01.292+01:002014-04-30T13:33:01.292+01:00Where would we be without our mums, Clint? Of cour...Where would we be without our mums, Clint? Of course, they are important and I hope I didn't come across as whining about my lot. Family must come first before hobby pursuits. <br /><br />Good point about this being my blog and what I say goes. In a blog about all kinds of undead, I don''t see why vampires and zombies can't appear together just because one lot are more popular than the other. There has to be room here for ALL types of undead creatures. Vampifanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11318241813130102121noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8423998700545338590.post-44479485399745111632014-04-30T12:38:59.501+01:002014-04-30T12:38:59.501+01:00I know how you feel on a couple of points. Family ...I know how you feel on a couple of points. Family comes first and Mummy Vampifan needs looking after the most. She's very important! <br /><br />Additionally It's your blog and while Zombies may be more popular than Vampires (in certain circles). You are the only person you are hear to please. I tend to get twice as many hits with terrain making than figure painting. But if I don't feel like terrain making I am not gonna blog about it. So do your own thing and be happy!Clinthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02351729764098750618noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8423998700545338590.post-84255784786352667302014-04-30T12:33:54.366+01:002014-04-30T12:33:54.366+01:00Well she is recovering, Adam, but it certainly isn...Well she is recovering, Adam, but it certainly isn't speedy. She needs to keep her special "moon boot" on for at least four weeks whilst the fracture heals.<br /><br />Once again, I appreciate your advice on how to paint MDF. It's good to know that there are people more savvy than me about this subject, and that they're willing to pass on good advice.<br /><br />I'm sure you'll enjoy the batrep. It's a complete change to my normal batreps.Vampifanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11318241813130102121noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8423998700545338590.post-25869274004672548332014-04-30T12:29:13.087+01:002014-04-30T12:29:13.087+01:00That sounds like good advice, Joe. Thanks, mate.That sounds like good advice, Joe. Thanks, mate.Vampifanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11318241813130102121noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8423998700545338590.post-72885289103975234702014-04-30T12:28:03.863+01:002014-04-30T12:28:03.863+01:00Thanks, Hugh, I do appreciate your support (and ev...Thanks, Hugh, I do appreciate your support (and everyone else's). Hopefully, you'll find something of interest in my upcoming posts.Vampifanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11318241813130102121noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8423998700545338590.post-79320607548467830492014-04-30T12:24:03.989+01:002014-04-30T12:24:03.989+01:00So sorry to hear about your Mum Bryan. I hope she ...So sorry to hear about your Mum Bryan. I hope she makes a full and speedy recovery.<br /><br />Using house paint on larger models was a game-changer for me. I started off with a litle textured paint, added black as an undercoat and then some shades of grey for base-coating terrain, no looking back now! Try getting hold of some wood primer if you want the paint to go further on MDF. It is more expensive by pays dividends on larger projects<br /><br />Just keep doing what you love Bryan. I'm not a big Vampire fan personally, but your enthusiasm for the subject is always appreciated.<br /><br />Looking forward to the Batreps!Zombie Adhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01927366159778203819noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8423998700545338590.post-91034284722604023922014-04-30T12:18:16.172+01:002014-04-30T12:18:16.172+01:00You're absolutely right about MDf soaking up p...You're absolutely right about MDf soaking up paint, but I would suggest you get some tester paints from B & Q (or similar).Zabadakhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05649765350412145174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8423998700545338590.post-50358225331671029262014-04-30T12:17:13.206+01:002014-04-30T12:17:13.206+01:00Sorry to hear about your mum's accident, but h...Sorry to hear about your mum's accident, but hoping that she gets better soon. I know that can be slower than we'd like when people are older :-( .<br /><br />I'm looking forward to hearing about all the things you've mentioned. Whether or not they align with my primary interests is completely irrelevant; it's still interesting to hear about this stuff :-) !Colgar6https://www.blogger.com/profile/07636662295301222390noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8423998700545338590.post-36463784609151075072014-04-30T11:36:00.514+01:002014-04-30T11:36:00.514+01:00Toni, her progress is slow but steady. That is a g...Toni, her progress is slow but steady. That is a good thing.<br /><br />The height inside the van is about 53mm and is wide enough to accommodate 40mm diameter bases, so in theory, the answer to your question is yes.Vampifanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11318241813130102121noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8423998700545338590.post-71887014411119808552014-04-30T11:32:53.551+01:002014-04-30T11:32:53.551+01:00Thanks, Fran, and yes that is the number one prior...Thanks, Fran, and yes that is the number one priority.Vampifanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11318241813130102121noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8423998700545338590.post-66330508406916626652014-04-30T11:29:14.163+01:002014-04-30T11:29:14.163+01:00Glad your Mum is okay and on the mend, looking for...Glad your Mum is okay and on the mend, looking forward to a batrep!The Angry Lurkerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01227314379603418332noreply@blogger.com