I wasn’t sure what to create next. Then, as I picked up my notebook and pen, inspiration struck. I thought, why not make a warband from stationery that has come to life? Instead of using real stationery, I grabbed some pieces of sprue and got to work.
Notebook Dude
First, I started by making a Notebook Dude, arming him with a poisonous fountain pen. Using a sheet of thin dried sprue goo, I carved out a basic book shape and added some pages. Then, I gave him a pretty face and a shopping list.
Pencil Dude
Next, I created a cheerful little pencil. I glued two small pieces of sprue together back-to-back before sharpening one end to a point and carving the other end to resemble an eraser. I added a face and gave the pencil arms and legs. To complete the look, I made another pencil to serve as a weapon.
Eraser Dude
I created this figure by gluing together six pieces of sprue and then trimming it to give it an eraser shape. Next, I added limbs, a charming face, and a pair of pickaxes as weapons.
Envelope Dude
I took an old square base and cut it into a rectangle. After carving a flap and a mouth into it, I added eyes and a wax seal for the nose. I equipped it with a large sword and shield. On the back, I created a small stamp.
The Ruler
Every warband needs a leader, and who better to lead than the Ruler herself! To create her, I began by cutting a long rectangle from a flat piece of sprue to form the main body. Next, I crafted a crown and added a frowning face. Finally, I completed her by adding limbs, a sword, and a shield.
I may add to this warband in the future, perhaps by creating a stapler, a pot of ink, or even the king of stationery itself, “The Laminator”! However, that will have to wait, as there are so many other projects to complete first!
While your here, why not check out some of these other warbands:
I’ve Made a Kill Team – Use The Sprue
Warband no4: Button Dudes! – Use The Sprue