Well, my Mermillo is finnished. There were plenty of detail and things to be painted.
Unfortunately I flipped through Military Modelling vol 9 nr 33 2003, Figures Special. and saw Adrian Hopwoods article about gladiators. I wish I had come up with the idea to convert him to a Retarius like Adrian did. Many good tips about adding some detail as might as well.

I think I will continue with other projects that have been partially done. Im now fixing Soldiers Richard I 54mm which were damaged during our move almost a year ago. This and a small Vietnam vignette with Verlindens bathing soldiers will be the next ones.

Beautiful work Janne.........excellent flesh tones and the armor is great

Janne, I resound Guy's comments.Cool weathering on the shield

Stephen Mallia

Hi Janne, I have to agree with the previous posts,nicely done.

Keep up the good work.

cheers.

Roc.

Janne,

All I can say is first class!

Joe

Janne-

The shield is nice. Dust effect is good, too! How did you do that?

Keith

Tjena Janne!

Super job! Han ser riktigt grymm ut

Janne, job !! Keep up the good work ! Cheers.
Kenneth

Thank you Figureteers for your nice comments.

Keith.
The dust is painted on using a mix of Humbrol 63 Sand(which is the colour of the base) and Humbrol 49 Matt varnish. This to make it trancesparent. This mix is then painted on like a highlight avoiding the creases or the recessed detail with feathering out the edges.
Sometimes new shadows have to be added afterwards or just some to be touched up a little. I guess this could be done with all types of paint. One can also use a matting agent added for more dustlike appearance.