The Roost of Turkadactyl

The Spirit of Durthu is the finally model from the Forest Spirit Warhost boxset.  The box included one Branchwraith, thirty-two Dryads and three Treelord.  I chose to build one of each of the Treelord, the Treelord Ancient and a Spirit of Durthu.  I plan on only building one Durthu model so I chose to run with a grey bark to balance out the future purchase of Drycha (who I plan on painting brown).

This model is a big points sink but if given the opportunity it can cause a lot of damage out on the field of battle.  If you are planning on painting up a Durthu it will be worthwhile painting the sword hand separate from the body.  The bit is fragile and tends to get in the way frequently.  In hindsight I think I would have magnetized the hand to make it easier to transport.

Games Workshop painted the open face wound red to represent fire.  I chose to go with the blue spirit look instead with my rendition.  I didn’t think the fiery red would go with the model and wanted the more subtle blue spirit look.

The gold on the WIP post was quite loud.  I wasn’t too concerned about it at the time.  having worked with gold with my Adepta Sororitas, Grey Knights and Carcharodons I knew some shade and Mithril Silver/Burnished Gold mix for a highlight would cool the gold down.  I really wanted the gold for the sword hilt and after the highlight I think it worked out.

I was tempted to buy other models for this army.  I decided to try something new and paint what I have before making any new purchases.  I’ve managed to show restraint so far.  The good news is I’ve painted all the Sylvaneth models I own.  This means I can purchase new models!  I’m looking at the Kurnoth Hunters for the next project.

Thanks for reading.