![Eldar Dark Reapers rune](/graphics/runes/embossed/dark_reapers_rune_1.png)
![Eldar Dark Reapers rune](/graphics/runes/embossed/dark_reapers_rune_1.png)
eldar dark reapers
squad 1
These metal Dark Reaper miniatures are good, but the skull-like elements on the helmets look a bit silly; these were smoothed over using Green Stuff. Additionally, there were only two poses created for the standard squad members, which was a bit limited. To that end I converted two of the four to differentiate the models a bit with some new poses.date: 2012 - 2023 (complete)
components: Dark Reapers, Green Stuff, brass rod
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1. I split two of the Dark Reapers at the waist to rotate the torsos and create new poses.
2. This Dark Reaper was assembled as standard.
![Eldar Dark Reaper](images/dark_reapers_1_3.jpg)
3. A second standard Dark Reaper.
![Eldar Dark Reaper conversion](images/dark_reapers_1_4.jpg)
4. This third Dark Reaper was converted to create a different pose, by cutting it apart at the waist and twisting the torso.
![Eldar Dark Reaper conversion](images/dark_reapers_1_5.jpg)
5. A second Dark Reaper conversion. The torso was removed from his legs, repositioned, pinned and then glued in place. Green Stuff was used to fill in the resulting gap.
![Eldar Dark Reaper conversion](images/dark_reapers_1_6.jpg)
6. An example of one of the undercoated Dark Reapers.
![Eldar Dark Reaper conversion close-up](images/dark_reapers_1_7.jpg)
7. A close-up of the converted Dark Reaper helmet. I'm very pleased with how the faceplate looks - the removal of the skull features makes the helmet more similar to other Eldar designs.
![Eldar Dark Reaper conversion close-up](images/dark_reapers_1_8.jpg)
8. The completed squad, awaiting painting.
![Eldar Dark Reaper squad conversion concept](images/dark_reapers_1_9.jpg)
9. Using Photoshop I created this colour scheme concept for the Dark Reapers. It is largely monochrome, with blue accents to tie in to the Miruaun craftworld colours.
![Eldar Dark Reaper](images/dark_reapers_1_10.jpg)
10. The first completed Dark Reaper.
![Eldar Dark Reaper](images/dark_reapers_1_11.jpg)
11. The monochrome armour has turned out nicely; the few blue elements and the scenic base add a splash of colour.
![Eldar Dark Reaper](images/dark_reapers_1_12.jpg)
12. Rear view of the model. The blue sash and top-knot tie into the craftworld colours.
![Eldar Dark Reaper](images/dark_reapers_1_13.jpg)
13. I wanted to emphasise the exoskeletal armature that allows the Dark Reaper to wield such a large weapon, so I picked it out in silver. This makes it stand out from the black and grey armour.
![Eldar Dark Reaper](images/dark_reapers_1_14.jpg)
14. A close-up of the Reaper Launcher. I was pleased with the shading on the fluted launch tubes and the silver details.
![Eldar Dark Reaper](images/dark_reapers_1_15.jpg)
15. I updated the paintjob on the first Dark Reaper when I was working on the remaining three squad members; the highlights were improved, the helmet was tidied up a bit and I added some detail to the Reaper Launcher muzzles.
![Eldar Dark Reaper](images/dark_reapers_1_16.jpg)
16. A rear view of the updated paintjob on the first Dark Reaper.
![Eldar Dark Reaper](images/dark_reapers_1_17.jpg)
17. The second squad member, now complete.
![Eldar Dark Reaper](images/dark_reapers_1_18.jpg)
18. Rear view of the second squad member.
![Eldar Dark Reaper](images/dark_reapers_1_19.jpg)
19. The third squad member.
![Eldar Dark Reaper](images/dark_reapers_1_20.jpg)
19. Side view of the conversion, highlighting the rotated torso.
![Eldar Dark Reaper](images/dark_reapers_1_21.jpg)
20. Close-up rear view of the painted model.
![Eldar Dark Reaper](images/dark_reapers_1_22.jpg)
21. The fourth and final standard squad member.
![Eldar Dark Reaper](images/dark_reapers_1_23.jpg)
22. Rear view of the fourth squad member.
![Eldar Dark Reaper squad](images/dark_reapers_1_24.jpg)
23. A group shot of the entire squad, with their Exarch.
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