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PAINTING·WHITE DWARF 291

Painting Masterclass: King Louen Leoncoeur

March 2004·pp. 18–21

THE SHORT VERSION

Matt Parkes builds elaborate heraldry from simple construction lines, explaining how repeated fleur-de-lys and interwoven borders become manageable patterns. Darkened red and blue cloth supports bright yellow detail without competing with the Hippogryph’s muted natural colours. Separate demonstrations cover the shield, cloak, reins, lance and pennant. Premixed highlights and careful repairs keep the many repeated designs consistent across the finished king.

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Games Workshop News

Tournament results celebrate the second heats of the 2003–2004 season and point readers towards armies featured in this issue. A report on Gothenburg’s Battle Bunker describes its gaming tables, painting space and themed terrain. Other notices introduce Deff Skwadron, Forge World’s Orca and Drone Sentry Turrets, and replica artefacts and art prints. Together they record the month’s competition, store and release activity.

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