{"product_id":"minoan-aegis-captain","title":"Minoan Aegis Captain - Sci-Fi Warrior Knight","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Minoan Aegis Captain is a massively detailed resin miniature from AtlanForge, blending ancient Aegean myth with brutal sci-fi power armour. Standing as a towering commander, this figure is draped in bull-headed pauldrons, Greek key trim, and layered tactical plate that speaks of both divine lineage and battlefield dominance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis kit is packed with modular options, including multiple head swaps featuring masked helmets, a bearded heroic face, and a full bull-headed visage, alongside interchangeable torsos, capes, shoulder guards, and a varied weapon loadout. Armaments include a broad xiphos-style blade, a thunder spear, a circular meander-engraved shield, and power fist variants, giving you full control over your captain's wargear and silhouette.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesigned as a single heroic centrepiece miniature, the Minoan Aegis Captain sits comfortably at approximately 40 to 50 mm in height from base to the tip of his halo arch, making him a commanding presence on any display shelf or tabletop. The sculpt rewards careful painting with deep surface relief across every panel, from the winged skull knee guards to the bull-relief chest plate and the ornate medallion belt clasp.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether you are building a Greek myth-inspired strike force or adding a unique commander to a chapter with proud ancient roots, this figure delivers exceptional quality and creative flexibility straight from the digital forge.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003ePainting Guide: Minoan Aegis Captain\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis guide walks you through a rich Aegean-inspired colour scheme that honours the ancient Minoan aesthetic while keeping the grimdark atmosphere intact.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1. Prime\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eApply a grey or black zenithal prime using spray or airbrush to establish pre-shading across the deep panel lines and relief detail.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2. Armour Base\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBasecoat the armour in a deep Aegean blue such as Kantor Blue or Macragge Blue applied by airbrush for an even foundation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHighlight up through Altdorf Guard Blue and edge highlight with Calgar Blue on all raised rims and panel edges.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3. Trim and Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePaint all Greek key trim, halo arch, and belt medallion in Retributor Armour, then shade with Reikland Fleshshade to bring out the engraved meander pattern.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinal highlight the gold with Liberator Gold and a fine edge of Stormhost Silver on the sharpest points.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4. Weapons\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBasecoat the blade in Leadbelcher, shade with Nuln Oil, and edge highlight with Stormhost Silver for a cold steel finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor the thunder spear haft, use a dark wood tone such as Rhinox Hide, layering up with Mournfang Brown and a final Ushabti Bone highlight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5. Weathering\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply battle damage by stippling Skavenblight Dinge onto armour edges, followed by a fine Stormhost Silver chip highlight to simulate worn plate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse a brown oil wash pooled into recesses around the knee guards and lower armour to suggest ancient grime and campaign wear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e6. Bases\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eMatch the ornate sculpted base by drybrushing Administratum Grey over an Astrogranite texture, then add a thin wash of Agrax Earthshade to tie in the stone tones with the overall warm gold trim of the Minoan captain.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Artifex Fabricatum","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57680096493900,"sku":"ATLANMINAEGISCPT","price":13.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0845\/9259\/1180\/files\/atlan5.150.jpg?v=1780314305","url":"https:\/\/artifexfabricatum.co.uk\/products\/minoan-aegis-captain","provider":"Artifex Fabricatum","version":"1.0","type":"link"}