Something special for December!
Added 2022-11-22 19:56:33 +0000 UTCHey :)
This post is obsolete since I revealed the full Set of December here.
Hello friends!
I'm so proud to finally being able to share with you the sculpts I carefully sculpted for you for december :)
You are invited to turn on the audio, and click play on the trailer above!
Here the link in case it doesn't work.
During the first week of this month, I published a post proposing a different set for one month, to help me "think out of my-box" and recharge my creativity by doing something different from the usual 6 units, 4 mounts, 2 heroes.
You can read the post here.
I honestly have been astonished by your positive reaction, I have been invested by your support, comments and ideas, and I can't simply be more happy.
Thanks from the depths of my heart <3
I sculpted non stop since the end of the last month till yesterday night, and now I'm really happy to have made this very special set.
I hope you'll read the lore of each character in the paragraphs below, I really spent lots of time crafting the design and background of each hero.
Meet the Golem Simulacra
Made from metal and minerals, the intricate Golem Simulacra (Simulacrum as singular) is my response to the huge requests of warfogred heroes. So many people regularly ask for a mechanical thief, a warforged paladin, or a mage, or a druid, and so on.
This is the reason why I created the Golem Simulacra race and made a believable space for them in my universe.
Very few members of this race exist in the world of Mundus, and most of the living being who inhabits it have never seen one, except the Gnomes of Golemmar (who invented them).
A Heroic Set is something I came up thinking on how to meet the needs of the players... with so many classes that works fine on metallic adventurers I want to make most of them now.
Every Hero of this release is modular, so you have tons of freedom using new and old weapons, resize older ones (in case some race have larger or smaller hands) and so on.
Comments
Hey Mallaury, I can see your frustation, but I honestly spent between 2 to 3 days on each one of the extra heroes I made, about 3 times what I need to make one of the modular models (after I spend more time making the first armor). I had to run like a crazy and spend several night working to make what I call a double release. To me it has been exactly the double of the job. I hope you enjoy the models!
Artisan Guild
2022-12-01 01:32:05 +0000 UTCIf anything you all who complained about us who pointed a real issue should thank us instead because we got what we deserve in the end, a full ONE release. It being marketed as a double release is just absurd and to try to imply that the previous release was a full one. Now we got our full release trailer right in time.
Mallaury Ferneschola
2022-11-26 09:34:06 +0000 UTCJust dont download the pinup models? I dont understand the problem.
Shawn Michaud
2022-11-25 03:33:24 +0000 UTCIt's hardly value lost - these take the place of cavalry this month. But the video spoiler just showed troops! I'm hyped!
default_entry
2022-11-24 03:13:21 +0000 UTCI hope, after the recent announcement, that you feel like you were kind of a jerk.
B. Griffith
2022-11-24 02:02:58 +0000 UTCYeah, what makes Artisan Guild better, up in my opinion, than Titan Forge is the style. Titan Forge was the first fantasy mini maker I subscribed to, but I don’t anymore, and AG is my longest consecutively subscribed fantasy Patreon. TF makes nice, serviceable, but honestly pretty bland minis. AG has STYLE. Even when doing something as basic as thieves, they just ooze character, and all have fantastic dynamic poses. If you just care about quantity, fine, but the artistry isn’t even in the same ballpark. That said, I like the pinups, too. They may not always be as USEFUL as other models, but they’re fun.
B. Griffith
2022-11-24 01:58:40 +0000 UTCThere's constructive feedback, then there's this - telling the artist that they didn't do enough and don't deserve to be paid for their hard work because it's not precisely what you want. There's a gulf of difference between the two.
Dustan Archer
2022-11-23 23:17:31 +0000 UTCI'm pretty sure the numbers of people staying subbed versus people leaving speak for themselves next month. A vocal minority is certainly vocal, but still a minority.
Dustan Archer
2022-11-23 23:16:38 +0000 UTCI've been wanting to have my kids take over the printing portion of my hobby but ive held off on Artisan Guild because of the pin-ups. Im actually glad not to see any in this set. And these warforged are quite well imagined! Especially the wooden warforge / crazy druid chick :D Now thats an original idea.
Rowby DeBacker
2022-11-23 22:44:25 +0000 UTCI disagree, I think Artisan Guild's unique art style set it apart from its competitors.
Shamrock1916
2022-11-23 22:13:11 +0000 UTCYeah, I'm sure it's going to be very helpful to the creator to tell people giving a constructive feedback to basically fuck off, quit bitching and unsub. That's exactly what he needs.
Hellvlad
2022-11-23 21:09:30 +0000 UTCI wouldn't say vast majority. Just cause the few comments here tend to agree with you doesn't mean the entire group feels that way. I am not happy about the lack of numbers with this release. I wasn't even going to comment till I read your reply where you seem to think you speak for most of us.
WarriorPriest
2022-11-23 20:05:27 +0000 UTCTitan Forge provides twice as much content fully modular. What set Artisan guild aside was the pin up. His loss, competition is fierce.
Hellvlad
2022-11-23 19:39:15 +0000 UTCI absolutely love these models. Awesome work!
Jason Burke
2022-11-23 19:06:00 +0000 UTCSo don't pay. It's that simple. You don't like the work next month? Unsubscribe and let your money speak, and let the vast majority of us be excited for a release of warforged from AG that has been requested for almost 2 years.
Dustan Archer
2022-11-23 18:22:39 +0000 UTCArtisan Guild has provided excellent quality and value every month since the beginning. The monthly fee is like buying 1 or 2 premium files on myminifactory. I don't feel like he owes us anything as he has provided a decent value. I was simply sad to miss the pinup. But if he doesn't want to make one this month that's fine. Pushing him to make one will not inspire good work, it will just be disrespecting his wish to have a break. We all need a break from time to time. I understand you're frustrated with the release this month as you've made many posts today about it, but maybe you could consider letting it go and looking forward to next month, or unsubscribing if you really feel like your getting no value for your purchase.
Whiskeyjack
2022-11-23 18:12:34 +0000 UTCOr we can push to have one this month even if it comes on christmas! there is no reason for us not to have what we should have for the usual price
Mallaury Ferneschola
2022-11-23 17:27:56 +0000 UTCYeah, do it
Mallaury Ferneschola
2022-11-23 17:27:11 +0000 UTCThe models are gorgeous, but honestly I was sad to see no pinup as they are my favoritemodels to paint each month. You've managed to make a pinup each month fit the theme no matter how bizarre the race is. I was looking forward to see how you did the warforged pinup. Hopefully next month we can return to having a sexy someone to paint.
Whiskeyjack
2022-11-23 17:11:01 +0000 UTChttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RRoP_u_1SpM
Gagius
2022-11-23 16:56:55 +0000 UTCIf we got these, I would not complain about the release! we miss troops and the pin up, it is almost half the value lost.
Mallaury Ferneschola
2022-11-23 16:29:53 +0000 UTCBut by every means, it is less bang for our buck. We will be charged the same for less.
Mallaury Ferneschola
2022-11-23 16:29:18 +0000 UTCEvery troops were modular, so how are these models being modular but with less quantity an excuse? aside of few mechanical details on the faces, they wear clothes that would work for non warforged heroes. So yes, factually we get less bang for our bucks. The least we could have is to pay less if we get less. If we do not fight when people give us worse than usual, then no wonder that prices rise everywhere since no one fights back. Example, the Arcanist release was two months ago, if the Witchblade girl got replaced with Amber posted here, everyone would have gotten a warforged hero that fit the release. Garett and Clay would have worked perfectly in the City of intrigue stuff. I got mages and bounties hunters recently, so aside of them being mechanical, it feels like I play for slightly different things I bought recently.
Mallaury Ferneschola
2022-11-23 16:28:03 +0000 UTC"very few models" - these are modular, so you're getting a lot more than just these, really. and "no pinup"...? lol yeah i can see how that could piss off somebody!
Billy Miles
2022-11-23 16:08:56 +0000 UTCHe did give fair warning, want to unsub? Fair, but don´t bitch about it mate.
Gagius
2022-11-23 16:07:08 +0000 UTCYou call this slacking off? These are incredible models of a very sought after style for insanely cheap. So long - this sort of attitude won't be missed, I'm sure.
Dustan Archer
2022-11-23 16:00:39 +0000 UTCSame here, we got bounties hunters and mages recently, aside of them being golems, where is the value in it? I am not spending full price for minis I already have lookalikes of.
Mallaury Ferneschola
2022-11-23 15:38:23 +0000 UTCNo pinup and very few models, thanks for giving us a good reason to unsubscribe! If you do not give us as many models and if you cut a part of it, aka the pinup AND the troops, just so you get to slack off one month, the least you can do is also to charge us less. Every model you do are quality, so quality is not a factor of it a release is good or not in my opinion. Yes, they do look great, but if I have to compare with the Baal releases and the Arcanist release, it feels really weak.
Mallaury Ferneschola
2022-11-23 15:25:36 +0000 UTCIncredible designs! <3
Dennis Ware
2022-11-23 08:32:45 +0000 UTCAll of these are great, but I love the wargolem the most. Great job and keep up the good work.
Crafty Kenobi
2022-11-23 06:30:01 +0000 UTCI know there are those who will feel the exact opposite, but a long sought character type done with a lot of individuality is so good for me. I’d give up a pinup for a character like Clay every month, no question. I use my minis for ttrpg purposes, not war gaming, so 10/10 minis I can actually use is more value than I typically get here. This month is a win for me, an artistic treat, and just so so good. Thank you for this month!
David Ammann
2022-11-23 04:08:28 +0000 UTCWell I'm certainly getting less value from my sub here than the previous months. This is barely half the minis of a previous releases. Heroes or troops, call them as you like. Slapping funny names on minis does not change anything. Releasing much less of them does. Well I guess I will be saving some resin.
Hellvlad
2022-11-23 03:18:29 +0000 UTCSeconded! I would love to see 2-3 a year if possible, although I just like modular hands and wish for more Firbolg models so just keep doing what makes you happy and do your best to self care where you can!
JJWPENGUIN
2022-11-23 02:31:41 +0000 UTCAs mentioned in a previous post at the beginning of November, he was doing this as a break from his normal routine while addressing the popular Warforged demand. This likely won't be his "New Norm".
JJWPENGUIN
2022-11-23 02:29:25 +0000 UTCI love the set! Warforged have always been an under-designed race so happy and excited to print these!
Trey P
2022-11-23 02:15:48 +0000 UTCI actually have a gnome gunmage in a Rhyme of the Frostmaiden campaign and his name is Glint Westwood. I have been looking for some stl all over the web that would have adequate magelock pistols, and Clays are it!!!
Guillermo Gonzalez
2022-11-23 02:12:24 +0000 UTCI love this set. I know it won't be for everyone, but I like the options presented for a race that normally don't get to much attention. I think you've made som interesting heroes, that serves as great inspiration for future characters. Clay Westwood is probably my favorite one, among this pack of beautiful models. For those who missed it, this is a pack of war-forged heroes, so not the regular set we're used to get. But the regular sets will continue in January, so no need to panic.
Jim Sørensen
2022-11-23 00:52:34 +0000 UTCWow! I am so excited to see these on my painting table!
John Gramer
2022-11-23 00:20:42 +0000 UTCLooks great but I am missing the troops and things for guilds! Maybe do multiple races for the next hero set?
Rob
2022-11-22 23:30:31 +0000 UTCAndrea, you're doing amazing work! Thank you for sculpting such gorgeous models for this community ❤️
Emmalee Stanwood
2022-11-22 23:12:10 +0000 UTCOutstanding stuff. Definitely want to print these out and get them on the tabletop.!!!
Simon Moore
2022-11-22 22:54:10 +0000 UTCI can hardly make a warband out of this. I'm missing the modular models I subbed in in first place. I hope this is just an occasional thing. If this becomes the new norm, I will lose interest.
Hellvlad
2022-11-22 22:53:46 +0000 UTCI'd love a couple regular troop poses as well. Your sets are usually great for making armies out of.
Adam
2022-11-22 22:50:30 +0000 UTCJust...WOW! I am so amazed and impressed with your sculpting ability! Beautiful models!! I would also request a pinup model. Something along the "Sexy Robot" theme?
David Lyse
2022-11-22 22:40:20 +0000 UTCLove the Darksiders vibes :)
PaBa
2022-11-22 22:36:34 +0000 UTCHey! Great ones! But I miss the pinup model :'(
Killian Forest
2022-11-22 22:31:06 +0000 UTCSpectacular! So amazing! One of your absolute best!
SteveWasEre
2022-11-22 22:14:19 +0000 UTCReally enjoyed how this set looks, can't wait to print them!
SuperSilverAnthony
2022-11-22 22:12:16 +0000 UTCI'm torn because these are amazing but I also want generic warforged troops!
default_entry
2022-11-22 22:11:59 +0000 UTCThe only thing I feel the set is missing is the pin-up model, which is one of the parts that I really enjoy seeing every month. That by no means takes away from your hard work great job.
JoEll Clark
2022-11-22 22:04:50 +0000 UTCClay Westwood is freaking awesome!
Abdul Rahman Khan
2022-11-22 21:51:00 +0000 UTCthat Nagrot is a goood necron overlord
Tierra de Aventuras
2022-11-22 21:12:41 +0000 UTCThis looks like an amazing set! I do hope you change your mind and add a golem/warforged pin up to this. I do love each one of those from you guys and would love to see your take on this as well!
Scooteroo
2022-11-22 21:08:40 +0000 UTCohooo I love it maybe weird experimental months should be a regular occurrence? like set aside one or two months a year to do whatever feels right
Jason Whitaker
2022-11-22 21:02:26 +0000 UTCI too would like to see a pinup model even in this more character driven set.
Boomháuer
2022-11-22 21:01:55 +0000 UTCNow that I have an example of what the Heroic Releases would be. I think it would be excellent to see them a couple times a year. These are fantastic like all of your work!
Azuset
2022-11-22 20:55:27 +0000 UTCEach sculpt looks so good, seems like you had fun with this. Who doesn't love more hero options? I always love what you're putting out month to month, do whatever keeps it fresh and fun for you. If you're bored of the formulaic process you won't be doing your best work and we wouldn't get the awesome minis we've come to love.
Christopher Stevens
2022-11-22 20:49:21 +0000 UTCLove this set! We’ll done! I hope it scratched that itch and you truly enjoyed making it!
Phillip Tyndall
2022-11-22 20:48:56 +0000 UTCI adore this set. Cannot wait to get printed!
Jeffrey Pace
2022-11-22 20:44:06 +0000 UTCCan't say that I am opposed to monthly units and such, but this just drips character, so many options, so many details to work with. If this is your idea of a change of pace, I am all for it. Keep your creative batteries charged! Your efforts are appreciated.
Michael Lauritzen
2022-11-22 20:32:49 +0000 UTCI actually enjoy the more character driven models. I would support several releases with this kind of format
DustlessOrphan
2022-11-22 20:32:43 +0000 UTCI feel like I say this every month, but this might be the coolest set you've created thus far
Raymond Sempek
2022-11-22 20:32:30 +0000 UTCWell done... just phenomenal.
Bryan Davidson
2022-11-22 20:30:52 +0000 UTCOne of my favourite songs! Their music inspired me so much 😁
Artisan Guild
2022-11-22 20:23:31 +0000 UTCThis set is awesome, lots of variety between the heroes which is really great
MatthewL71
2022-11-22 20:23:27 +0000 UTCThe only thing I miss is the golem pinup. Imagine a golem with their chest plate off, one hand covering those indecency exposed gears... really gets the motor running! But seriously, love the hero collection.
Zachary Rucker
2022-11-22 20:21:43 +0000 UTCThese look great , I'm all for this type of release.
Joe
2022-11-22 20:21:07 +0000 UTCFINALLY! I have been waiting for something like this forever, and they look awesome :)
isaac priddy
2022-11-22 20:20:04 +0000 UTCThis is easily top 2 sets for me, I don't know if it was a ton more work given all of the heroic details, but I'd really like to see this done for a handful more races (elves, humans, dwarves, etc.) How will this set factor into the Guilds game? I assume given the name that they belong to the same faction as the previous 2 releases of the requiem brotherhood?
Tom Fossell
2022-11-22 20:18:25 +0000 UTCOH MY GOODNESS! I couldn’t have hoped for cooler more unique characters! These are phenomenal! I have no idea what I’ll print first! These are truly amazing!
SmoothSailing
2022-11-22 20:18:17 +0000 UTCThis is a really exciting release! I hope you'll do more hero-based releases like this in the future
Sam Clark
2022-11-22 20:17:55 +0000 UTCVery cool! Would have loved to have seen a monk class in there as well, though. Might be able to convert the thief into a monk with a little work.
Gerald Valentine
2022-11-22 20:15:10 +0000 UTCNice work!! Thank you so much!
Tobias Wolf
2022-11-22 20:14:52 +0000 UTCIdk how I feel about this set TBH. On one hand, I LOVE these sculpts and the fact that we have a warforged set. On the other, I just don't feel as though this had comparable value of sets past. Overall, I'd have to say a win. Curious what future sets would look like.
James Smith
2022-11-22 20:13:28 +0000 UTCStunning ❤️
Thales Gomes
2022-11-22 20:13:09 +0000 UTCThose are awesome, don’t see enough warforged. The barbarian with the huge sword is fantastic
Andrew McMillan
2022-11-22 20:12:14 +0000 UTCProbably my favourite release from you. Mindblowing!! Hope you made more months like this in the future with other concepts heroes, like “insect-like heroes”, or “elemental-kin heroes”. Or even dwarf or elven heroes releases!! With so much character behind this, such releases would be awasome.
Rubén Palomo Llinares
2022-11-22 20:11:59 +0000 UTCThe best sentence is the templar one... specially singed with a Rhapsody song!! ;)
Bernat Rovira Lastra
2022-11-22 20:06:59 +0000 UTChaha I couldn't think for a better name for him :)
Artisan Guild
2022-11-22 20:05:56 +0000 UTCThank you so much :)
Artisan Guild
2022-11-22 20:05:20 +0000 UTChahahaha we had so many jokes on the name these days!
Artisan Guild
2022-11-22 20:05:07 +0000 UTCClay Westwood gave me a chuckle.
Tony Nelson
2022-11-22 20:04:25 +0000 UTCNope. That guy is named Flint Greasedwood!
SnuggleDumpling
2022-11-22 20:04:21 +0000 UTCdamn this look awesome :D
Mini Manatee
2022-11-22 20:02:20 +0000 UTC
