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May 2019·p. 127

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Swapped torsos and legs provide an easy first layer of variety before more involved spear and shield changes. Cutting matching shapes from the original arm and replacement shield lets the new equipment fit naturally, with putty repairs finishing a group of distinct warriors.

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ModellingWD 442 · pp. 58–59

Kitbash: Battleforged

The Primaris range becomes a starting point for personalised leaders when combined with older Space Marine and other kits. Advice on pose, weapon fit, head choice and narrative purpose precedes a worked Captain conversion, showing how a planned silhouette makes a collection of spare parts look like one character.

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ModellingWD 442 · p. 60

The Crusade Continues!

Matt’s first Primaris squad uses chained weapons, reliquaries and cross-shaped Chapter details to join an existing crusade force. Auto bolt rifles and a power-fist Sword Brother keep the unit’s appearance aggressive, while red parchment makes its active crusading status visible.

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ModellingWD 442 · p. 61

Black Templars Captain

A Primaris Captain receives a Dark Angels sword and a skull-filled memento mori in place of the iron halo. Extra skulls on the base continue the devotional theme, turning a small number of swaps into a distinctly Templar leader.

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