The Black Guard

I finished my first unit of 28mm El Cid Gripping Beast, these were a real treat to paint, maybe one of my favourite-ever. Yes, the paint scheme is simple, black robes, hippo-skin shields and bamboo spears, but I think they are striking:


Love the double-drummer combo:



Here they are lined up with some 28mm Hat. There is no comparison really, I am wondering whether I should order more metal or keep the Hat stuff. Hmm...



Up next: Peones and mercenary foot