French Indian War

I was treated quite generously to a bunch of Blue moon miniatures for Xmas, this is always a period I have found intriguing, so much of interest going on with the birth of a new nation and Last of the Mohicans is up there as one of my favourite films, who doesn't love a boys own adventure! Thus lots of material for scenarios and exciting tabletop derring do!

And to facilitate this Sharp Practice II! a fast fun set of rules that generate a hollywoodesq cinematic experience (oooo la de da) with a touch of the carry on films! In all seriousness they are fun, if you've not tried them, rectify that as soon as!

With that said I decided to take a short break from 6mm (the eyes need a rest sometimes) and stepped up to paint some FIW forces for SPII. I started with some English and opted for the 45th Foot, a nice contrast with red coat and the green facings. Altogether there are 3 groups of 8 and various officers, foot and mounted to discern the status level, I think levels 1 and 2 will be foot and 3+ will be mounted, also are a drummer and standard, with surveying officer for some support points.

My next batch was for some Provincial troops, these are painted to represent the Massachusetts Regt, quite well armed and supplied as provided for by the crown. Here we have 2 groups of 8 and various officers, these will all be lower level status to represent their level of professionalism. Again a drummer and standards for support. The various officers will be good for mixing in with various militia dependent on scenario.

Next on the bench some French line.