![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 2
With the release of updated, plastic Dark Reapers in 2022, I added a second squad to my collection. I was disappointed that the new models didn't include any female-looking armour, so I resculpted two of the squad members for a bit more diversity.date: 2022 - present (work-in-progress)
components: Dark Reapers, Green Stuff, scenic base elements, Howling Banshee Exarch left hand
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1. The first squad member was assembled with very few changes.
![Eldar Dark Reaper conversion](images/dark_reapers_2_2.jpg)
2. Alternate view of the first squad member.
3. Face-on view of the Dark Reaper.
![Eldar Dark Reaper conversion](images/dark_reapers_2_4.jpg)
4. I was really pleased to see that the kit included parts to model a Dark Reaper reloading his launcher.
![Eldar Dark Reaper conversion](images/dark_reapers_2_5.jpg)
5. Alternative view of the second squad member.
![Female Eldar Dark Reaper conversion](images/dark_reapers_2_6.jpg)
6. I remodelled the upper torso of this Dark Reaper to represent a female member of the squad.
![Female Eldar Dark Reaper conversion](images/dark_reapers_2_7.jpg)
7. I was plased with how this model turned out - she has a very dynamic pose.
This outstretched left hand came from a Howling Banshee Exarch.
This grip was carefully cut away from a spare Reaper Launcher and replaces the original, which was gripped by a left hand.
![Female Eldar Dark Reaper conversion](images/dark_reapers_2_8.jpg)
8. Side view of the model.
![Female Eldar Dark Reaper squad conversion](images/dark_reapers_2_9.jpg)
9. I also converted a second female squad member.
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