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Drake’s Fury – Salamanders Razorback

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Drake’s Fury is the dedicated Razorback for the 2nd tactical squad of the Salamander’s 4th Company.  Bearing the rare single Lascannon and twin-linked Plasmagun pattern, Drake’s Fury entered service over a millennia ago.  In that time, it has seen numerous engagements and earned a host of battle honors.

In 907.M41, during the final push in the battle for Gangreatha III, Drake’s Fury bore then-Captain He’Stan, along with his successor, then-Sergeant Doc’Tyr, leading a tank column into the heart of the battle against the heavily-armored Mantis Warrior contingent.  Drake’s Fury‘s guns were responsible for immobilizing the rebel Land Raider serving as a mobile command.  He’Stan and his retinue charged forth into the enemy line while Drake’s Fury showered the rebels with plasma fire.  Within minutes, the Mantis Warriors were in disarray and falling back.  Drake’s Fury led a small detachment of Razorbacks to harry the retreat, breaking what remained of the rebel’s will to fight.  Within a week, Gangreatha III was back in the Emperor’s Grace.

Painting note:  The chipped paint effect came from this tutorial by BuyPainted.  I haven’t mastered it yet, but I’m very happy with the way this turned out.  Adding the decals first is definitely a good idea.