From here to Infinity

The sharp report of chain and combi rifles filled the air and echoed off the nearby hills. Snow and bark was blasted into the air as the two forces exchanged fire. One of the Zhanshi, her left arm bloodied and limp, had drawn her sidearm to continue the fight while a second could only seek cover behind a rock outcroping his life blood flowing freely. Despite their bravery and training it seemed they’d be overwhelmed before long.

A startling silence broke the formerly chaotic comms which were immediately filled by a steady, dispassionate voice and stream of visual references appearing in their HUDs. “Guards woman, reposition your Kuang Shi to rally point one and hold that line. Squad Alpha hold position and cover their movement. Squad Beta flank left to rally point two. Yisheng see to the wounded and get them functional.” The voice cut out as abruptly as it had appeared but the effect was immediate and apparent as the various troopers moved to obey their orders.

The next addition to the force was a Yu Jing Support squad made up of a Zhanshi Yisheng (doctor), Zhanshi Gongcheng (Engineer) and their Yaozao assitance as well as the Daoying Lieutenant. For the most part these were painted up just like the Zhanshi. For the doctor I incorporated some red as I figure medical personnel would continue to enjoy some protections in combat. For this I used Deep Red – 09002 – 2/1, Blood Red – 09005 – 3/1 and then highlighted with a bit of Pure White added to the Blood Red. I carried this over to her Yaozao.

Continuing with the theme of the Celestial Guard the Daoying got some gold added to her using the same Antique Gold highlighted with New Gold.

One minor issue I did have was that I missed quite a bit of flash both on the Yisheng and Daoying that had to be removed as I found it. Not sure if I just rushed the prep a bit or if it blended with the details but in the end it wasn’t a big deal.

At this point I’m about two thirds of the way through the force and I’m pretty happy with how they’re looking. Still trying to decide who will be next. Probably the Tiger Soldiers or the Kanren but we’ll see.