I looked at photos & footage of the sort of messages daubed on placards & banners in African & Middle East protests, & noticed that often the phrases used can read a little odd to native English speakers - hence the bloke holding the "GO OUT USA" sign. For variety I trimmed the placard of the "USC" (United Somali Congress)-supporting man. The guys hauling TVs & a tyre are busy building a barricade.
The miniatures are a mix of Rebel Minis Modern Rioters, & Peter Pig AK 47 Republic Looters. The bloke in the red baseball cap is a Rebel Minis Modern Civilian. He's a bit on the fat side for 1990s Somalia, but I figure he's a USC agitator well-fed on stolen UN food aid. The bases are laser-cut ply from Fenris Games.
Looking good! I like the two-base approach as well.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Barks. I always find painting groups of civilians a challenge as there are so many colours & details to bear in mind that aren't standardised like with military figures.
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