What is your Egyptian army like?

[Justindo]

Hi all,

Since the Egyptians are Playmobil's newest historical theme, and among their best creations in my opinion, I thought I'd ask what your Egyptian army is like or what it will be like when finished.  How many klickies are in your army and what types are they?  What are your subunits like in terms of numbers and equipment?  Are you coordinating units by weapon and/or armor and/or headgear type or are you mixing and matching?  What about the different colored accents on the armor?  How about mounted and chariot units?

Personally, I don't yet own many Egyptians soldiers, but when they are released in the U.S. I plan to buy more.  Knowing your choices and reasons might be helpful me and other collectors who have yet to form their armies.  Thanks!

[Richard]

Hi all,

Since the Egyptians are Playmobil's newest historical theme, and among their best creations in my opinion, I thought I'd ask what your Egyptian army is like or what it will be like when finished.  How many klickies are in your army and what types are they?  What are your subunits like in terms of numbers and equipment?  Are you coordinating units by weapon and/or armor and/or headgear type or are you mixing and matching?  What about the different colored accents on the armor?  How about mounted and chariot units?

Personally, I don't yet own many Egyptians soldiers, but when they are released in the U.S. I plan to buy more.  Knowing your choices and reasons might be helpful me and other collectors who have yet to form their armies.  Thanks!

Interesting question, Justindo ...

I have already collected one of each of the Egyptian theme.

I'm not sure if I'll buy many duplicates. There is, however, one figure that may be the exception.

The figure is somewhat expensive from Playmobil DS. Hopefully, it will become part of a Target "blister pack" next year.

The reason that I like it is because it reminds me of a Warhammer High Elf ...

However, the old Roman figure also converts rather well.

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[Justindo]

Hi Richard,

Thanks for the response.  I really like the Egyptian Pharaoh too, but he's gotten expensive.  I really like your archer customs!  I bought some of these guys in the blister packs and have turned them into some sort of infantry (Hittites?  Palmyrenes?), but they make great archers too.  I'll probably use them as enemies or allies of my Romans and Egyptians.

[Richard]

Hello, Justindo ...

This figure (attached) was inspired by one of Ralf's customs.

I really didn't answer your question in my first response.

IMHO. I think that the Romans lend themselves far better to creating an army than the Egyptians.

I really like the Egyptians, but for some reason, I just don't picture myself creating a large Egyptian army.

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[Justindo]

Hi Richard,

That's another nice custom.

I created a Roman army that is, in my opinion, too large, so I'm not going to go as big with my Egyptians.  That said, it will exceed 100 men.  I've kept my other ancient armies to 45 or so total men.

[seawarrior]

i've been dissapointed with the last few,better themes, egyptians look cool but  the buildings are just to big and i don't really want any, they should have just redone the romans

[Justindo]

I personally think Playmobil has done an excellent job with SOME of the Egyptian sets.  The figures are superb as a whole with some nice variety.  With the exception of not including a driver or a place for him to stand, which is a pretty big oversight in my opinion, the chariot looks good.  I also think the pyramid looks pretty impressive, although I haven't seen any set in person so it might underwhelm me.  The ship looks good to me also and the house is very useful for a variety of themes.  That said, the sphinx looks too small and the temple needs more to it.  Still, considering these are toys, I think Playmobil has done a good job with the theme.

I too wish they would have expanded the Roman theme.  Green auxiliaries and light blue or black Praetorians would supplement the current red legionaries and auxiliaries and the Romans really need some buildings!  A house, a temple, and a forum would have been great additions.  I'd like to see the Gallic range expanded too with a British chariot and a hill fort complete with village.

[Richard]

I created a Roman army that is, in my opinion, too large, so I'm not going to go as big with my Egyptians.  That said, it will exceed 100 men.  I've kept my other ancient armies to 45 or so total men.

Hello, Justindo ...

I have attached a picture of the Roman sets that I have. I doubt that I will add very many more to my Roman collection.

All the best.
Richard

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Edit: corrected set number error ... 

[Justindo]

Thanks for the visual aid, Richard.  I would say you've got a big enough collection! 

[Richard]

Thanks for the visual aid, Richard.  I would say you've got a big enough collection! 

You're welcome, Justindo! And, I totally agree with you that my Roman collection is big enough.

BTW ... I make "visual aids" for myself all the time ... 

All the best,
Richard



 

[da Hugh]

I created a Roman army that is, in my opinion, too large, so I'm not going to go as big with my Egyptians.  That said, it will exceed 100 men.  I've kept my other ancient armies to 45 or so total men.

Hello, Justindo ...

I have attached a picture of the Roman sets that I have. I doubt that I will add very many more to my Roman collection.

All the best.
Richard

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Edit: corrected set number error ... 

I was buying Roman sets until Target and ToysRUS stopped carry them and I really don't have the funds right now to order them from DS.  Here is what I have thus far:

 8 x 4271          23 x 4632            6 x 5824
 2 x 4272            1 x 4651          28 x 5827
 2 x 4274            4 x 4653            1 x 5837
 1 x 4275            9 x 4689            2 x 5838
 1 x 4276            9 x 5812            6 x 5841
 4 x 4277          10 x 5813           49 x 7878
11 x 4278          11 x 5817

Not enough for my planned Roman Legion, but maybe  I will be able to get more before they are discontinued.

da Hugh

[Justindo]

That's a ton of klickies daHugh! Both you and Richard have VERY impressive Roman collections.  My Romans consist of:

1 arena with add ons from DS so seating goes all the way around
1 partial arena from Target (bought on sale mainly for the 2 horse blue chariot)
1 blue chariot
1 green chariot
1 Target chariot
1 ship
1 tent
6 catapults (although I'm only using 2)
140 legionaries with 7 centurions, 7 signifiers, and 7 cornicens
140 blue Specials acting as Praetorians with 7 centurions, 7 signifiers, and 7 cornicens
40 auxiliary infantry with sandals (from DS) with 2 centurions, 2 signifiers, and 2 cornicens
40 archers (from DS) with 2 centurions, 2 signifiers, and 2 cornicens
20 Praetorian cavalry with 2 decurions
20 auxiliary cavalry with 2 decurions
10 customized marines with 1 centurion
miscellaneous staff officers, cornicens, vexillifers, senators, and gladiators

I also have about 45 of the Target centurion and legionary Specials blister packs that I'm customizing for use as enemies of Rome.

I'm still trying to decide what my Egyptian army will be like...

[Richard]

Your Roman army would be a sight to see, Justindo,

Do you have any plans, in the near future, to assemble your Roman army somewhere that would give you an opportunity to take some photos?

All the best,
Richard

[Justindo]

Hi Richard,

I'm still waiting on a few parts from DS, but once everything is finished I'll post some pics here.

[Richard]

Hi Richard,

I'm still waiting on a few parts from DS, but once everything is finished I'll post some pics here.

Thanks, Justindo ...

I think that almost everyone hopes that DS sends your parts soon, so that we can all see your Roman army.

All the best,
Richard