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Apache Chief here uses a 12" DCSH Superman as a base. Waxed thread makes for the vest and boot stitches and leather cording makes the headband and the moccasin-tops. The rest is just paint and Magic Sculpt.



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Now that is awesome. I want to make an Apache Chief I would have never guessed to use a 12in for the base and it worked out perfect for you! One of those “why didn’t I think of that” moments. I wouldn’t be surprised if a few more of these popped up now that you’ve opened the door. Great job!
Awesome work Swass! Love the work on the vest and boots!
Of course you know you need to make a SF Giganta for him to battle…
He looks GREAT!!!
That’s so frickin’ cool! Some amazing work there!
Talon
LOD
what are the vest and tabard made out of: waxed thread? or actual leather?
Great job, but you should have made a 6″ version, too!! ;p
E-Nuk-Chuk!
That’s why Swass is considered one of the best.
Toooooo cool! The scale shot is awesome!
Great job, sir!
Awesome character choice and excellent detail throughout!
now this is an awesome idea. you knocked this one out of the park. great detail that makes this look like a store bought figure. my hats off to you on an awesome piece of work.
SIZE! DOES! MATTER!
Great stuff, my man! Freaking BRILLIANT! Now, where’s Giganta? =)
Holy Sh*t! That’s HUGE and entirely awesome!!!! You are da man.
You blew my mind with this one, Swass. The Chief is tied with IC’s Earth 2 Robin as the highlight of the Showcase, IMHO.
What amazes me the most is how well you translated the animated style into the Four Horseman Universe…specifically the vest, loincloth, wrist wraps, etc. Perfectly detailed, perfectly executed.
I’d only been familiar with your McG-style work up to this point, and had always felt you were one of the best in the world at that style. All of a sudden I realize your skills transcend!
I’m picturing what you would do with an ML-style custom…and drooling!
I love the use of the 12″ figure!! Very inventive, Steven. Nicely done.
awesome job, SWASS!
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