Bella Punica. Agrigentum 261 BC

[Arekmaximus]

I would like to present my diorama (made of autumn 2014 - spring 2015) where The Romans met with the Carthaginians.
The center of the battle:
Left: in the first line of Carthaginian infantry (Swordsmen and Spearmen), in the second Javelineers.
Right: Roman infantry in a traditional setting; The hastati in the first line, in the second the principes, in the third the triarii.
When for battle enters Carthaginian war elephant (under the protection of African Light Infantry) triarii line the setting changes to secure the flank of its main strength. The first to be sent light infantry (Velites).
Meanwhile, the Roman cavalry branch of the surprise hits to the back of the Carthaginians …
In the background damaged aqueduct.

Used sets:
Carthagenian Infantry (ZVEZDA 8010)
Republican Rome Infantry (ZVEZDA 8034)
War Elephants (ZVEZDA 8011)
Roman Cavalry (ITALERI 6028)





























Additionally a few more pictures (WIP):











Sorry for my bad English...

greetings

[Mabbers]

Wow the damaged aquaduct is amazing!

[armpcm]

Nice job.

The full setting is quite amazing the WIP pictures are always a nice touch, i guess someone is going to be thirsty without water.

[sberry]

Very nice! A good paintjob, and the idea with the damaged aquaeduct is really original. By the way, what materials did you use for making it?

[Alex]

I was also part of the construction was very impressed!

[Kekso]

I agree with others... great job

[Peter]

Fantastic work! And thanks for including the WIP!

[vellek]

Great dio, thanks for sharing the WIP.

[bnabna]

Congratulations !!

great diorama !!

very very beautiful detail
BRAVO

[Arekmaximus]

Thanks for your comments...

... what materials did you use for making it?

Aqueduct built of gypsum (cast components in silicone molds and carved in gypsum blocks). All elements reinforced with metal wire and glued. Additionally sand, stones, grass, glue, Vallejo Still Water + Water Texture ...

[Beano Boy]

Great looking figures Arekmaximus,Imagination knows no bounds,
the secret is learning how to use it. Glad You did. Nice Plaster Work! BB

[ADM]

Superb work, congratulation !

[Panzer_Grenadire]

Impressive diorama, with fine figs and setting..

[PhilC]

Hi Arekmaximus,

I like your ancients very much ! Not only the scenery, but also the small details such as the spears attached to the back of the tower - don't know if it is accurate but it is very lively and nicely done !

Phil