Rescaling Stormbringers 2: Addressing Errors and Standardizing Models

We are committed to ensuring that our models are fully compatible with each other as well as with models from popular wargames. This approach allows our customers to create unique and personalized armies by mixing and matching different components. We carefully design every aspect to ensure easy assembly and a perfect fit, regardless of which models are combined. This compatibility greatly enhances the customization options available to our users.

This fall, as part of our Stormpride Sisters campaign, we also revived our old project, Stormbringers 2. To ensure that the Stormbringers models are compatible with more modern designs, we’ve done a rescaling process. This effort aligns the Stormbringers models with current standards, allowing for seamless integration and customization alongside the latest releases.

Interesting Solutions and Challenges

One of the more intricate aspects of this project was adjusting the models with dynamic poses. These poses, while visually striking, presented unique challenges in terms of maintaining consistency across the range. 

To tackle this, we spent considerable time measuring and classifying as many models as possible from other wargames. This challenge led us to develop a reference template bank to assist in the creation of new models and to evaluate their compatibility. 

Here’s how our table looks. Unfortunately, we can't share a more detailed image because it's internal information and, to be honest, a bit of a big secret.

For Space Knights, we now have four armor types: light Recon armor for scouts and saboteurs, standard Prime armor for elite warriors, heavy Destroyer armor for frontline assault troops, and one more. Although we’ve used three of these armor types so far, the primary challenge has been establishing a system of size and consistency across different units.

The original models often have variations in bits and details, even when they are wearing identical armor. The reference templates helped mitigate these challenges by providing a baseline for comparison, allowing our team to make precise adjustments that retained the dynamic nature of the poses while ensuring compatibility with other models.

Detailed Changes and Adjustments

Deimos Hounds Squad

• Bodies: Upscaled by 6%.

• Heads: Upscaled by 9.3% with joint adjustments.

• Backpacks: Tweaked the backpack sockets.

• Pre-assembled Models: Bodies were separated from the legs, and heads and backpacks were added according to the new standard.

Tempest Wolves Squad

• Bodies: Downscaled by 2.7%.

• Heads: Fixed the head joints.

• Backpacks: Upscaled by 22.5% and tweaked the socket.

• Shoulder Pads: Adjusted for better fit.

• Naming System: Corrected for clarity.

• Pre-assembled Models: Similar to Deimos Hounds, bodies were separated from the legs, and heads and backpacks were added per the new standard.

Stormbringers Bike Squad

• Fixes: Heads, backpacks, and head sockets were all corrected.

• Pre-assembled Models: Heads and backpacks were added to the squad in line with the new standards.

Commander Upgrade Pack

• Heads: Downscaled by 8% with the addition of a new joint.

Commander Heads Set

• Scale: Downscaled by 10%.

• Joints: Tweaked for better fit.

Stormbringers Buggy

• Backpack: Downscaled by 11%.

• Joints: Adjusted head joints, as well as backpack and body sockets.

• Naming: Corrected to match our new conventions.

Overall, the rescaling of Stormbringers 2 was a meticulous process that required careful attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining the highest standards. The end result is a more cohesive and versatile model range that offers enhanced customization options for gamers.

As we keep pushing forward with new innovations and improvements, we’re also excited to revisit some of the fan-favorite projects from our past. Alongside the rescaling of Stormbringers 2, we’re thrilled to announce that we’ll be giving a fresh update to some of our most beloved classics.

The project	Estimated Completion Date
Legio Prima Victrix	The end of September
Black Gryphons	The end of October

We’re looking forward to bringing these models back with a fresh touch, so you can continue to enjoy and customize them.