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Simon Norrington @simonnorrington.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

My 3D printer hasn’t just been busy with #StarTrek! I found JAV-3D on MakerWorld, who has created a fantastic range of #DoctorWho models. So I took a gamble, scaled down the Thirteenth Doctor and her “fam”, and fired up the printer! #wargames #3DPrinting #WIPWednesday #wargaming

Alt text: Close-up photograph of five unpainted 3D-printed miniatures on round textured bases. Two white figures stand in the foreground, with three figures behind them, including a dark blue figure in the centre. The models show fine clothing and character details despite their small scale.

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Simon Norrington @simonnorrington.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Continuing my adventures in FDM-printed miniatures, I’ve turned my attention to the bridge crew of #StarTrekVoyager. Once again, I’m using the excellent models created by Drakonius and available on MakerWorld and they’re proving another great test of just what an FDM printer can achieve.

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Simon Norrington @simonnorrington.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Drakonius’ #StarTrek models on Bambu MakerWorld look fantastic, but at 18–20cm tall they’re more display piece than gaming miniature! So another FDM rabbit hole: how small can I print Picard and co. before faces, fingers and uniform details start disappearing? #miniaturemonday #wargaming #wargames

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Simon Norrington @simonnorrington.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Wow, over a month since my last blog post, and it seems I haven’t been missed! 😄 Summer holidays meant less gaming, then house renovations saw most of my collection packed away. But the dust has finally settled, everything’s coming back out, and normal service can resume!

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Simon Norrington @simonnorrington.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

More #3Dprinting this week! This time I’ve printed some miniature Stonehenge-inspired terrain for my fantasy and historical tabletop games. Once painted up, these pieces should add plenty of atmosphere to my gaming table. #wargaming #nerdlings #wargames #wipwednesday

Three small stone archways with carved Celtic-style knotwork stand in the back row, while three rune-covered standing stones and broken stone fragments are arranged on oval bases in the foreground. Some of the runes are highlighted with blue paint, giving the pieces an ancient, weathered stone appearance suitable for a fantasy or historical gaming setting.

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Da Skwire 🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍🌈 ally @daskwire.bsky.social · 23/02/2026

In case anyone wants one. Count Binface | Troublemaker Games share.google/w6NELLlpBfua...

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Wyrd Science Magazine @wyrdscience.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

A good day to remind you all that you can spend £5.50 on a 28mm @countbinface.bsky.social model from Troublemaker Games, £3 of which goes to NHS supporting charities Now who is selling some frog faced fiends and a scale model pier for them to fight over? www.troublemakergames.co.uk/product-page...

A 28 mm wargame miniature of Count Binface

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Simon Norrington @simonnorrington.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

Finally painted and customized my outpost, adding extra ladders and a trapdoor to increase both playability and visual interest. Suitable for sci-fi, post-apocalyptic, horror, and skirmish games, it offers plenty of tactical possibilities. #TerrainTuesday #wargaming #nerdlings #wargames

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Simon Norrington @simonnorrington.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

More Four Delvers last week! Our treasure hunt in The Courtyard turned into a desperate fight against thugs, a deadly archer, and a heavily armoured Knight. Did the Delvers win the loot or end up as treasure themselves? #wargaming #nerdlings #wargames nozzawargaming.blogspot.com/2026/07/lets...

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Let's Go Delving in the Courtyard

Whilst relaxing at The Delvers Arms , Stonn, Jasgrad the Dwarf, Jander the Elf, and Oleus the Wizard overheard a traveller telling the barke...

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Simon Norrington @simonnorrington.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

For #MiniatureMonday, I printed and painted a Kazon warband from #StarTrek: Voyager using my new Bambu FDM printer. These free STL files may be basic, but they printed in just 3 hours and painted up surprisingly well. A playable Trek force for pennies in filament! #wargaming #nerdlings #wargames

Three painted Kazon miniatures from Star Trek: Voyager standing on round textured bases. The figures feature the species' distinctive wild, spiked hairstyles and wear yellow, brown, and green clothing typical of Kazon factions. One miniature holds a small device, another stands with folded arms, and the third is armed with a rifle. The models are photographed outdoors on a wooden surface with a blurred fence in the background.

Three painted Kazon miniatures from Star Trek: Voyager displayed on round, metal-textured bases. Each figure wears yellow-toned Kazon clothing and features the species' distinctive ridged, wild hair. The miniature on the left is aiming a pistol, the centre figure is holding a device across its chest, and the figure on the right is carrying a larger weapon over one shoulder while holding another item in its free hand. The models are photographed on a wooden surface with a softly blurred outdoor background.

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Simon Norrington @simonnorrington.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

Been putting my 3D printer through its paces with this old-school fantasy outpost! The final section finished printing today, and it's all assembled. Next up: primer, paint, and bringing it to life on the tabletop! 🎨🏰🖨️ #wargaming #nerdlings #wargames #wipwednesday

A partially assembled 3D-printed fantasy watchtower terrain piece for 28mm tabletop wargaming. The unpainted white modular structure features a central tower with battlements, raised platforms, stairways, bridges, and defensive walls mounted on a textured oval base. A single painted 28mm miniature stands in the courtyard to demonstrate scale, with a small tan log pile and black fence section at the front. The terrain is photographed indoors on a grey sofa.

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Simon Norrington @simonnorrington.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

Rare entry for #TerrainTuesday! Painted up some pieces I printed while learning the ropes. They’re not perfect as test models, but too good to waste and they still work nicely on the table. #wargaming #nerdlings #wargames

Overhead view of a detailed miniature tavern interior diorama placed inside a rectangular building shell, showing multiple painted tabletop figures standing and sitting around wooden tables and benches. A long central bar counter is surrounded by figures, with mugs placed on the surface. Against the walls are boarded-up windows, a few small barrels, and larger brewing casks on stands. In the foreground, a food-laden table with bread and dishes is visible.

Overhead view of a miniature tavern interior diorama with painted tabletop figures gathered around a central bar, wooden benches and tables, a fireplace against the back wall, large barrels on stands, and a food-covered table to the right. The scene sits inside a rectangular building with boarded windows and a tiled floor.

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Simon Norrington @simonnorrington.bsky.social · 29/06/2026

More dwarves for #MiniatureMonday. A dwarf lord borne aloft on a shield by two sturdy bearers (a purchase inspired by Asterix!), alongside a characterful command trio with detailed shields and banner. Painted 3D prints sourced via Etsy. #wargaming #nerdlings #wargames

Painted tabletop miniature of a fantasy warrior standing on a base, holding a double-headed axe and wearing ornate armour with a sunburst-style helmet crest and red cape, being lifted by two smaller figures below, set against a scenic backdrop of a lake and trees behind a low stone wall.

Painted tabletop miniatures of three dwarf warriors standing in a row, each holding a round shield decorated with animal emblems, with a red banner bearing a symbol mounted on a pole behind them; the figures are set on textured bases with grass, in front of a backdrop of timber-framed buildings.

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Simon Norrington @simonnorrington.bsky.social · 26/06/2026

What's with all the Supermarket fridges and freezers being on the blink? I’ve been to two big stores and three smaller ones (across three different chains) and they’ve all had the same problem.

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Simon Norrington @simonnorrington.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

Guess who snagged a 3D printer in the Bambu sale? Now one hobby is fuelling another. #wargaming #nerdlings #wargames #wipwednesday

A group of small, white 3D‑printed miniature objects arranged on a wooden floor, including two cylindrical tanks on stands, a workshop-style table with small items on top, a bench, a machine or control unit, and several rectangular bases or trays.

Three small white 3D‑printed miniature figures with raised arms stand on circular bases.

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Peter Murphy @peterwmurphy1.bsky.social · 21/06/2026

"Something just brushed past my leg!" — Luke Skywalker, #StarWars Image credit: tempestkc on Threads #LincolnMemorialReflectingPool #USA

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Simon Norrington @simonnorrington.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

What’s hiding in the graveyard and can the Delvers escape it? Our first game of Four Delvers! Zombies 🧟 fall and skeletons 💀 rise as a rescue mission turns deadly. Did they make it out alive? Read on to find out. nozzawargaming.blogspot.com/2026/06/lets... #wargaming #nerdlings #wargames

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Let’s Go Delving: A Child Lost Among the Dead

It’s been a little while since I last posted, as I usually I only share games I’ve actually hosted. This time, though, I’m mixing things up....

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Simon Norrington @simonnorrington.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

“We don’t make mistakes, just happy little accidents.” TV nostalgia for #MiniatureMonday this week. Featuring a 28mm Bob Ross tribute alongside the Sheriff of Nottingham and Norman soldiers from the anarchic BBC TV series Maid Marian and Her Merry Men (1989–94). #wargaming #nerdlings #wargames

28mm painted miniature of an artist styled like Bob Ross, standing on a textured round base and holding a paintbrush and palette with bright colours; the figure has a distinctive curly hairstyle and beard, and is posed in front of a scenic backdrop with a stone wall and soft-focus landscape.

28mm painted miniatures depicting the Sheriff of Nottingham character flanked by two Norman soldiers, inspired by a classic British TV comedy; the central figure wears a colorful tunic and cap with arms folded, while the guards in chainmail armor hold weapons. All three stand on textured round bases set against a model stone wall and a soft-focus countryside backdrop.

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Trek Central @trekcentral.net · 16/06/2026

🔥 NEW TRAILER for #StarTrek: #StrangeNewWorlds Season Four! Captain Pike & the Enterprise are back for a series of thrilling and emotional adventures across the stars! 🖖 Streaming JULY 23rd!

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Simon Norrington @simonnorrington.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

Bloody hell! Digging out some minis for this week’s game and found these three chunky 3D-printed figures I bought and painted last year have cracked open. Looks like uncured resin inside expanded in the May heatwave. Not sure they’re salvageable or even safe now. #wargaming #nerdlings #wargames

Three hand-painted tabletop miniatures of bulky figures in bright green outfits stand on round black bases against a white background. The left figure faces forward holding a large sledgehammer, the middle figure is turned slightly sideways holding a blue weapon, and the right figure is shown from the back with a raised arm holding a tool. The paintwork highlights folds in the clothing with lighter green tones, with red accents on belts and shoes, and visible white basing material around the feet.

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Simon Norrington @simonnorrington.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

Ready for the tabletop and ideal for Scrapjacks or Space Station Zero. These Artizan ‘Frontier’ minis are mostly Speedpaint marker work, with a touch of brush detail. Quick, scrappy, and hopefully dangerous to at least to their enemies! #wargaming #nerdlings #wargames #miniaturemonday

Three painted sci‑fi human miniature figures stand on round textured bases, each holding a firearm; one wears a blue jacket and beanie, while the other two wear red uniforms, set against a blurred futuristic desert city backdrop with domed buildings.

Three painted sci‑fi civilian miniatures stand on round textured bases: one in a yellow suit with a red helmet holding equipment, one in a blue outfit with a cybernetic eye holding a container, and one in blue overalls with a red hat and tool belt, set against a blurred futuristic desert settlement backdrop.

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Three painted sci‑fi explorer miniatures stand on round textured bases: one in an orange suit holding a rifle, one in a yellow suit drinking from a mug, and one in a blue suit carrying gear, set against a blurred alien landscape with ruined structures.

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Simon Norrington @simonnorrington.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

More Speedpaint marker practice this week. These include two warhounds from the free Abyssal Dwarf sprues picked up at Salute, alongside a Gryph-crow mini from the first issue of Warhammer: Spearhead. Great fun experimenting with colour and speed. #wargaming #nerdlings #wargames #miniaturemonday

Two painted warhound miniatures stand on gravel-textured bases, one dark grey and one orange-brown with darker markings, both with spiked backs and red eyes, set against a softly blurred mountain landscape backdrop.

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A painted miniature of a fantasy creature resembling a beaked, dog-like bird stands on a textured base, featuring a metallic grey body with bright blue feathered mane and tail, set against a softly blurred mountain landscape.

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Simon Norrington @simonnorrington.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

For this week’s #MiniatureMonday, I’ve finally painted the Dwarf Clan Steelskins I picked up from Etsy back in 2024. Clearly bought with a long-forgotten project in mind, but it’s great to finally bring these sturdy dwarfs to life on the tabletop. #wargaming #nerdlings #wargames

Three painted miniature dwarf warriors stand in a row on a grassy base, each holding a round shield with a gold symbol and raising a hammer; a blurred mountain landscape forms the background.

Close-up of two painted dwarf warrior miniatures on grassy bases, each holding a large round shield with a gold emblem; one raises a hammer while the other lifts an axe, with a softly blurred mountain landscape in the background.

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Simon Norrington @simonnorrington.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

“The court is in session.” More #MiniatureMonday: two Q miniatures from the #StarTrek: Away Team board game, painted with Speedpaint markers. #wargaming #nerdlings #wargames

Two painted miniature figures depicting Q from Star Trek: The Next Generation, each wearing a red robe with black accents, a tall black hat, and a gold ornamental chain, standing on round bases with arms extended forward against a neutral background.

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Simon Norrington @simonnorrington.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

Missed #MiniatureMonday last week thanks to the Bank Holiday, but back now! Painted these #StarTrek: Away Team figures using Speedpaint markers. Klingons are oddly therapeutic to work on. Finished in under an hour, and the markers held up well despite the heat. 🌞 #wargaming #nerdlings #wargames

Five painted tabletop miniatures with ridged foreheads and long hair stand in a row on circular gridded bases. Each figure wears dark clothing and holds a weapon such as a rifle or pistol. The figures are arranged against a plain, slightly worn white background with soft lighting.

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Simon Norrington @simonnorrington.bsky.social · 30/05/2026

Yay, there's a new friendly #wargaming shop opened up in #Southampton. Early days in terms of stock, but picked up some paint and free stickers. After all, who doesn't like free stickers? thegoblinsnook.co.uk #nerdling #wargames #tabletopgaming

Stickers of green goblins advertising a shop called The Goblins Nook.

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Simon Norrington @simonnorrington.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

With the UK heatwave, it’s been perfect for alfresco gaming. ☀️ We played our final 'Chivalrous Bum' game this week. Robin Hood, daring rescues, and plenty of chaos. Grab a cold drink, find some shade, and enjoy! 🎲 nozzawargaming.blogspot.com/2026/05/fare... #wargaming #nerdlings #wargames

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Farewell to Chivalrous Bum: Fast Fun and Flying Arrows

For this game, we chose to play the final scenario from the Chivalrous Bum ruleset: “ The Desperate Stand at Duncan House. ” In this encoun...

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Simon Norrington @simonnorrington.bsky.social · 19/05/2026

Normans vs Merrymen clash for the high ground in our latest tabletop battle! Early moves, bold charges, and shifting momentum made for a cracking game. In Chivalrous Bum, things rarely stay dignified for long! 🎲⚔️🏹 nozzawargaming.blogspot.com/2026/05/batt... #wargaming #nerdlings #wargames

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Battle for the High Ground: A Tale of Two Momentum Swings

This game was actually played a few weeks ago, but a recent holiday delayed the write-up. We played Scenario 3: Hold the High Ground from th...

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Simon Norrington @simonnorrington.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

Various miniatures painted this week 🎨: Kirsh, Boy Kavalier, and Wendy from Alien: Earth 👽, plus a trio of cyberpunk/sci‑fi civilian figures and two more that fit perfectly into an Alien or Star Wars-inspired setting. #MiniatureMonday #wargaming #nerdlings #wargames

Three painted tabletop miniatures displayed on round bases in front of a blurred market-street backdrop. From left to right, the figures represent Kirsh, Boy Kavalier, and Wendy from the TV show Alien: Earth. Kirsh wears a green outfit, Boy Kavalier holds a small green apple, and Wendy stands with a blade.

Three painted tabletop miniatures stand on round bases against a blurred market street backdrop. The left figure holds a clipboard and wears a red outfit, the centre figure in a bright jacket holds a small object, and the right figure in a long coat gestures while holding items, all detailed with textured bases.

Two painted tabletop miniatures stand on textured round bases before a blurred futuristic marketplace scene. The left figure wears a brown jacket over blue clothing with hands on hips, while the right figure wears a darker jacket, pointing outward with one hand and holding an object in the other.

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Jasper Oorthuys @clogfather.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

It took a bit longer than we hoped for boring and complicated reasons, but the Lead Adventure Forum migration to the new server is complete! www.leadadventureforum.com #wargaming

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Simon Norrington @simonnorrington.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

Spending the next 3 hours on this 🙂

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Simon Norrington @simonnorrington.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

Green vibes in this pic from this week’s game of "Chivalrous Bum". Merrymen v Normans! #Nerdlings #FindFolkFriday

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Simon Norrington @simonnorrington.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

Even at 50, I still do this. Fairly sure it’s legally required. Also… does the tube actually have to be empty? 😉

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Jasper Oorthuys @clogfather.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

It's live on the temporary URL: ka67hzcbvgi.preview.infomaniak.website/index.php (NorthStar need to change nameservers). I've not yet updated SMF to the very latest version. We need to make sure things work properly first before that's done and catch up on some maintenance, especially in the mods.

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Simon Norrington @simonnorrington.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

Tried Speedpaint markers for the first time over the past few days. Each mini took about 15 mins. Great for painting while watching TV. Still need brushes for inking & varnish though. Downsides: limited palette and tricky access to all areas. #wargaming #wargames #miniaturepainting #nerdlings

Four hand-painted tabletop miniatures arranged on a white surface against a plain wall: on the left, an armoured figure with a fur collar sits on a brown horse mounted on a textured base; in the centre foreground, a figure in a long orange coat points a handgun forwards; behind, a taller humanoid figure with an orange, ridged face extends one arm outward; on the right, a bulky armoured figure with a bald head stands on a round base scattered with debris.

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Jasper Oorthuys @clogfather.bsky.social · 02/05/2026

Unfortunately, it looks like it’ll be a few more days. Transferring the gazillion attachments needs the assistance of the current host.

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Jasper Oorthuys @clogfather.bsky.social · 01/05/2026

If you're hankering for Lead Adventure Forum (and wargamers should), it'll be back soon.

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Simon Norrington @simonnorrington.bsky.social · 27/04/2026

Going Golden while demons fizz like soda‑pop! 😉 Two complete HUNTR/X sets finished. One as chart‑topping idols living double lives as demon hunters. The other in full stage costume glory. Saja Boys: K‑pop stars by day, soul‑sucking demons by night. #MiniatureMonday #wargaming #nerdlings #wargames

Painted 3D models of HUNTR/X characters posed on round bases, shown in dynamic combat stances. Each miniature features bright, cyberpunk‑style clothing, detailed weapons, and varied hairstyles, photographed against a blurred neon city street backdrop.

Painted 3D models of HUNTR/X characters standing on circular bases, each holding a weapon and posed as if mid‑action. The miniatures wear coordinated black‑and‑white outfits with gold accents, set against a futuristic urban background.

Painted 3D‑printed models of the Saja Boys standing on round bases, each figure posed upright in casual modern clothing. The miniatures feature varied outfits in bright and muted colors, detailed textures, and individual hairstyles, photographed on a tabletop with a neutral indoor background.

Painted 3D‑printed models of the Saja Boys wearing long dark coats and wide‑brimmed hats, posed with outstretched hands as if mid‑action. The figures stand on circular bases and are shown as a coordinated group against the same tabletop setting.

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Simon Norrington @simonnorrington.bsky.social · 26/04/2026

Film you've watched more than six times with a gif. Hard mode: no Star Trek, Star Wars, LOTR, DC, Marvel, Disney, Pixar, Spielberg, Cameron, Wachowskis, or Ghibli.

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Tim Kelly @chopperkelly.bsky.social · 19/04/2026

Do any of you own the fireforge games dwarf range of minis? If so how do they scale to the Oathmark dwarves?

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Garfy @garfytop.bsky.social · 18/04/2026

I’m still listing and selling my Warhammer collection. This week’s batch includes some pretty good deals. Check it out, link in my bio.

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Simon Norrington @simonnorrington.bsky.social · 18/04/2026

Happy Superman Day! Look what turned up today! After all, "there's no point in being grown-up if you can't be childish sometimes" 😉 #Superman #SupermanDay

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Simon Norrington @simonnorrington.bsky.social · 17/04/2026

It’s been a while since I revisited these. The elves are proper old‑school, dating back to the early 1990s, while the knight and dwarf are much more recent sculpts. #Nerdlings #FindFolkFriday

Five painted fantasy archer miniatures stand on green grass-textured bases, posed in a loose formation. Each figure wears a yellow hooded cloak and green clothing, and holds a curved bow at the ready. The miniatures are painted in bright, contrasting colours and set against a blurred background that suggests a stone wall or tabletop terrain.

A painted miniature of a mounted medieval knight rides forward across a grass‑textured base. The rider wears silver armour with a green cloak and holds a long red lance angled forward. The horse is painted grey and is draped in a bright yellow caparison decorated with red heraldic animal symbols. A blurred background suggests a tabletop battlefield with countryside and stone wall scenery.

A painted fantasy warrior miniature stands on a rocky, grass‑textured base, holding a raised spiked mace in one hand. The figure has a long bright yellow beard, a bare upper torso, and wears brown boots and simple clothing with yellow accents. The background is softly blurred, suggesting a tabletop battlefield with countryside scenery.

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