Spineless elf!

Have just received my models from the Kings of War kickstarter by Mantic games.
I quite like most of the minis that have arrived, but am a bit disappointed by the elven palace guard.


On opening the plastic bag with it in, the main miniature itself is cast very differently than the metal versions previously available. I was expecting to see a miniature with a main body, weapon options and a cloak to attach to the back.

previous metal versions

what I got instead was:-

one of the great things about mantic minis (as well as good prices!) is the ability to customise and alter their minis. unfortunately the options are very limited with these models. I assembled it and it looks ok with a simple paint job, but I think mantic could have done a lot better considering these are meant to be the elites of the elven army!