Re: Field Marshal Games Pieces Project Discussion thread

If I had my choice for infantry design I would do the following.

For standard infantry would use whatever the most common rifle that was uses for each country.  For commandos I would use a special weapon such as a submachine-gun, assault rifle or bazooka, panzerfaust.

For poses I would have standard infantry with weapon shouldered and at the fire ready.  With commando I would have their weapons firing from the hip position unless the are using a bazooka or panzerfaust.  Even at the shoulder ready position it will be easy to these weapons apart from the rifle.  I hope there is still time for FMG to take these into consideration.

However, if FMG has already made the molds and they are already in production then it is a moot point.  Considering all the excellent work they have done.  I’m not going to be complaining if the poses or weapons aren’t the way I would like them to be.  The quality of the pieces will be enough for me.

@Razor:

@Imperious:

Yes exactly, the second pose should be airborne infantry.

I agree. At least the second pose should have another type of gun. If the first have a rifle, the second should have a submachinegun or something.

Just a note:  If you look very closely…  Each pose has a different weapon.  One is a rife and one is a semi-automatic.  These two weapons were very common in the Italian Army of the time.

IMHO, they’re perfect.  So FMG… glancing through some history books, noticed that the Italians had some pretty interesting aircraft during WWII (hint hint… can we get a glimpse? Or did I miss those…).

@Viracocha:

IMHO, they’re perfect.  So FMG… glancing through some history books, noticed that the Italians had some pretty interesting aircraft during WWII (hint hint… can we get a glimpse? Or did I miss those…).

The Aircraft and are still in production.  I will have some pics of those soon I hope.

FMG, Can’t wait to see the aircraft pieces. I’m salivating over here.

You never answered my question about the infantry pieces, Are they going to be two-toned?

You never answered my question about the infantry pieces, Are they going to be two-toned?

Per FMG
The weapons are painted white on these sculpts to show contrast. (Actual units will be all brown colour including base)

Italian inf look great!!  :-D

IMHO, the poses’ similarity would diminish with a head-on pic. In RL, I think the infanteer with the M38 and the striding pose will look sufficiently different from the other one’s squared stance.

@allboxcars:

Italian inf look great!!   :-D

IMHO, the poses’ similarity would diminish with a head-on pic. In RL, I think the infanteer with the M38 and the striding pose will look sufficiently different from the other one’s squared stance.

Thank you for your post!  That is correct.  They are in different poses with different weapons.  In RL you will be able to distinguish them more clearly.

After taking a few more looks, I’m starting to see what you mean. I think they will be different enough. Hopefully the others are easier to tell apart though.

Very worth repeating here, that the pieces look great FMG and I look forward to seeing the rest and especially to handing over my money to see many of them show up at my door.
:-D :-o :roll:

@johnnymarr:

You never answered my question about the infantry pieces, Are they going to be two-toned?

Per FMG
The weapons are painted white on these sculpts to show contrast. (Actual units will be all brown colour including base)

Okay I had to go back and look. My question was answered before I even asked. Thanks johnnymarr.

@Variable:

Hopefully the others are easier to tell apart though.

hmm yeah if the SOP is differentiation primarily thru one dude having an SMG and one having a rifle, I could see the PPSh - even with the drum mag - posing a similar problem.

I don’t see any new pictures here. I was just hoping.

@Brain:

I don’t see any new pictures here. I was just hoping.

They are on page 57 of this crazy long thread!

FMG - will you make a Tactical Bomber ?

I miss it in your list.

These sculpts are great. The stance and weapons are different, but you’ll have to take a second look to differentiate. I have to agree with the others it might have been better to have the weapons at different positions (rifle at eve, machine gun at waist). Then carry that through with all powers, so you can tell at just a glance which is inf, and which is special forces. It is probably too late for the Italians, but maybe keep in mind for the others. Looking forward for the completed project.

@Razor:

FMG - will you make a Tactical Bomber ?

I miss it in your list.

Yes, we are making a Tac Bomber for each nation.

FMG - re your newest thread related to this, I will pre-order at least two sets.  I got on your mailing list when I bought your dice - I guess that is how we will be notified of when we can order (if we don’t see it here)?

@Texas:

FMG - re your newest thread related to this, I will pre-order at least two sets.  I got on your mailing list when I bought your dice - I guess that is how we will be notified of when we can order (if we don’t see it here)?

That is correct.  We will send out a Newsletter whenever we have a product release.  We will also keep the community here up to date.

AAA.org will be the #1 place to find updates and information!

Thanks

Excellent!  These look fantastic!  I’ve mentally committed to two sets for certain, very likely 3.  Will pre-order as soon as the opportunity presents itself.  Thank you so much for all your hard work on this, and please keep up the great work!