Model Review: Relic Orcnar Unmann from Tor Gaming

There are few things as unsettling as the blood curdling battle cries of the Unmann. They are the most common subspecies of the Orcnar and despite their limited capacity to reproduce; they manage to sustain a healthy population.

The Unmann adopt a primal approach to warfare and trust in their claws and teeth to slash and tear away at those who dare venture into their territories. They are a savage and ferocious opponent to face and generally prefer close quarter fighting to all other forms of combat

The physical make up of the Unmann varies vastly from one warrior to the next; some of them will grow to full maturity within a matter of hours of spawning while the more unfortunate mutant throwbacks of the breed will die within the same amount of time. It is this ‘survival of the strongest’ attitude that underlies all values of the Orcnar society.

Despite their perceived low level of intelligence, their enemies need to be cautious not to underestimate them. There are few creatures in the world that can withstand the charge of a hungry Unmann who has caught the smell of blood in his nostrils.

Details: Measuring: ~32mm floor to eye. Models can be assembled into 9 different poses (separate left arms.

Pack contains 3 multipart pewter miniatures. Miniatures require assembly and painting. Painting materials are not included. Not suitable for children under 3 years due to small parts and pointed components 

I had hoped to get this post up a while back but its finally here.
Tor Gaming - Relics review No3. The Orcnar Unmann.
Lets start of by taking a look at what you get in the pack.
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Packed in the standard clear blister you get 3 hulking great 30mm based models. Each with a very different pose.
Here are some shot of each individual model

The detail on these models is fantastic. All 3 have VERY different looks to them but at the same time, tie in with each other perfectly.
At this point it was time for the pre build clean up.

The mold line were minimal. As you can see above, they ran up the sides of each mini. On the flat muscle area they were simple to get rid of in a couple of minutes. And the lines over the armour/scales were barely visible. A quick run over with a small file and all were gone.
Next came building. With each only in 2 pieces it was difficult to work out where bits went. :)
The arm joints did take abit of work to fit well though. Even after some filing away there were still gaps.
You do get them on a lot of metal models so it wasn't a huge problem. With a bit of Green Stuff or your putty of choice the joins wont be seen at all.
And how do these models look when built?

Overall, these are some very nice minis. The detail is impressive and the look and feel of these Orcnar troops is so different to the other Relics races and a great take on the hulking brutes in fantasy games.
I would highly recommend these models if the Orcanr take you fancy. You wont regret it. The pictures speak for them selves this time.
Looking forward to getting them painted up.

The final result ...... 7 out of 10

They would have been an 8 if it wasn't for the arms. Anyone that has built a metal mini before shouldn't have any problem at all with that though.

If you want to know more about the Orcnar or any other races in Relics then check out the Tor Gaming site

Until next time
Hendybager out

Relics Mini Previews + Comp from Tor Gaming

There have been some very nice new models appear over the the Tor Gaming Site

First up, the Britanan Sergeant Major

A very charcterful and great looking mini. When I finally get my Britanan force up and running I WILL be getting this one. I dont know how but Tor Gaming have actually managed to get emotion into a PUPPET!

Orcnar Niwian

Quite different to the other Orcnar model. But In a good way I think. Where they usually look like brutes, the Niwian looks like the brains of the operarion and a force leader.

Vaettir Evocatour

The Vaettir have to be my favourite force in Relics. I love every single model and this one is no exception.
The elemental and nature look that can be seen in the Vaettir is very effective and has been pulled off very well.

Want to try and WIN one of these minis before it is released?
Head over the the Tor Gaming Blog for more info.

Keep an eye on Tales of a TS over the next couple of days for a new Relcs Review. Orcner this time.

Hendybadger out

Get yourself a free Relics St Nikolaus model from Tor Gaming!!

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War does not simply for the Britanan Empire just stop due to poor weather conditions and there is always at least one conflict being fought on one front or another at any given time. It is during these cold winter months that a mysterious figure has begun to appear randomly during times of great need, inspiring the puppet armies to victory with its glorious antics. The legendary hero has come to be known affectionately as St Nikolaus due to the strange resemblance he bears to a long deceased ambassador from the old days, though the details of his origins are a complete mystery to all.


Some time in December, we will be releasing St Nikolaus. This cheery little fellow comes complete with sack of goodies full of presents (or skulls, bones and what looks like Nuem cables too….) to give to the troops of the Britanan forces where ever they are fighting.


We will also be giving away 20 of these little buggers 5 for each of our twitter followers, Facebook page ‘likers’, Google+ followers and forum members.
To be in with a chance to win one of these little cute sods, simply do the following for any (or all if you want ot increase your chance of winning!! although you can only win one…)
Complete this: ‘Dear Santa, for Christmas I would like a ….’ (replacing the …. with your entry. Make sure it is funny as the ones that make us laugh will be the winners!)

• For Forum entries: Join the forum and post your entry in this thread- Forum
• For Twitter entries: Retweet the tweet that has the link to this post then publicly tweet to us with your entry in Twitter page
• For Facebook entries: post a comment on this post with your entry Facebook page
• For google+ entries: post a comment on this post with your entry Google+ Page

We’ll pick the winner on December the 10th.
Good luck, we look forward to laughing until our sides split….

Tor Gaming - Relics 1st Edition Rules PDF!!!!!!!!

The time has come, there is no escaping it, Relics is here and the fun starts now!

The first edition (PN) of Relics is now available for download. 76 pages of rules and lists to make your gaming a hell of a lot more fun and tactical.

Get Them Now!! (click to download)

You’re possibly wondering what ‘PN’ is. Well, we intended for the Nuem to be in the first edition, but they have fallen behind. We did not see a reason to delay the rest though. So ‘PN stands for ‘Pre-Nuem’. When the Nuem are released, we will remove PN from the cover and maybe give some models away as a celebration.

 

 

Tor Gaming / Relics Sale and Reviews

Tor Gaming is currently having a very nice and generous sale. 20% off until November 26th. I'm going to order an army in a can myself

If you haven't had a look at their models and stunning game 'Relics' then head over to their Main Site and take a look.

Tales of a PG and Tabletop Skirmisher is also very proud to announce that that blog is now part of the Tor Gaming reviewers network.
So expect to see LOTS of stunning new models, painting and games on here in the near future.
And as a little bit of a taster, here's a couple of the very original models they make.
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More to come very soon.

Hendybadger out