KWIK-BASH: Converting a Plasma Bolter

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In this quick tutorial, I show you how to build a Plasma variant of a Space Marines Bolter

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Conversion Equipment:

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Studio XL Everlasting Palette:

[PeteTheWargamer]

Hello! Thanks for checking out my video. This video was an experiment with a shorter, simpler format that will allow me to work on longer and more complex projects while still keeping up a consistent release schedule. As such, I’d love to hear what you thought about it and if you have any suggestions feel free to leave them in response to this comment. Happy Kitbashing!

[LordKallig]

I support the idea of these kwik-bashes, especially for the smaller elements which can be kept separate out from a wider conversion (for example this could have been a fun 'Dark Angles Death Watch Veteran Intercessor' and instead just a Kwik-bash)

My only hope is that this doesn't cause any felt clashses with mainline conversion/painting videos

[naseraljaser]

I love these smaller vids with simple projects that anyone can adapt to whatever theyre doing. Deathwatch? Experimental weapon? Chapter unique armament? This could be anything, and id love to see more

[invincigaz]

I'm just working my way back watching all your old content and something struck me while watching you cut the front off that plasma pistol.
It's something I've learnt from collecting action figures over the years, if you heat up the plastic with a hairdryer or hot water the knife will go through it like butter. I doubt you'll see this msg, but maybe it will help someone else out attempting to cut plastics with a knife. All the best.

[snowy]

That's a great idea. Like the short quick video in between larger ones as well!

[dungeonslacker]

Really dig this small, short and sweet conversion idea. Sometimes it's just nice to see how someone else mind works with a couple bits. Would love to see more and good work as always

[CaveMonster]

Actually, I'd love your thoughts on kitbashing an auxiliary grenade launcher for the intercessors. (I seriously love this kitbash though and hope other primaris get access to combi-weapons in the future)

[Thirstycrusader]

Honestly we could really use some videos like this because custom weapons are just so cool

[thegamingsaurusremastered]

Could you make more quick-bash videos on custom weapons? like how to make a kitbashed Force sword or making a power saber for white scars or Blood Angels

[zackcook]

I really like this quick format, it's simple and digestible for us the viewers.
It looks like it's easier for you as well.
You could do things like:
Combi bolters, perhaps a bit like the 30k headhunter ones or your own concept
Chaos Marines with knives and daggers in hand.
Using rubble to brace heavy weapons for guard players.
Or heck raid the bits box flto mark mark 5

[Brickerbrack]

This is brilliant, and actually very similar to a technique I used to use 20-odd years ago. If my Marine needed a plasma gun, I'd take a spare plasma pistol from my Assault Marine sprues, trim off the barrels and magazine of a bolter, and cut out a section of the top where the ejector mechanism was, big enough to fit the pistol's plasma coil. Worked like a charm, and far more practical than trying to source metal plasma guns...

[stephenmcguinness]

Such a smart idea having little achievable fun kitbashes that anyone who has the one kit can do while also still having the long projects just love the format with the white background
Best channel!!

[blubberyoyster]

A plasma charged bolter looks awesome, I love how the blue glow contrasts with the red colored frame of the weapon! I don't even make figures, I just watch for the creative process and kitbashing

[bartonfarm]

Love the bite size video format, would love to see more

[mongooseiv]

This was super cool! I hope you do more of these short vids!

[catherder]

Quite Orky, Adding some blasty to ya dakka!

[flamingoflame]

Literally needed this for an Azrael kitbash, perfect

[stillunsure]

Love the quick convertion videos.

Heavy jump Assault Intersessors needs to happen right after Repulsor Jetbike Outriders and BladeGuard Outriders.

[NeoNaiche]

Would there be any value in trying to arrange a barrel for each function of the weapon?
Perhaps shifting the plasma barrel up a bit, and adding a half-barrel under it for the bolter?

[RainMakeR_Workshop]

I don't know if there is a place for one in your Raptors Kill Team. But I'm curious what a no nonsense tactical Raptors take on a Bladeguard Veteran would look like.
I imagine one of the less ornate Black Templars initiate's from the Combat Patrol box would make a good starting point.