We recently started a new Mordheim campaign at our local club, and I couldn’t resist painting a batch of new models for my warbands, including some hire swords and additional Estalians. However, I needed new gold name tags for the new members since I had used up all my previous ones. So, I reached out to Scumb4g Kustoms again to order a new sheet of name tags: gold letters for the Marienburgs and Estalians, and silver for the Witch Hunters.

Furthermore, I painted a beggar with a paper sign hanging in front. For this, I wanted something special: a text that says “Make Mordheim Great Again”. I really love this game, and this message serves as a statement and a silent shout—perhaps someone will hear it? Scumb4g Kustoms prepared a few examples using the original font from the Mordheim rulebook. I finally chose one with a red box containing the first letter of the message and a crow. I have to say, the resolution of the decals is truly amazing.

Here, I wanted to share an easy and quick guide for applying name tag decals. You can download it as a PDF or read it directly here. For this guide, I used the Luther model from Tales of the Old World (Axia Miniatures).

How to apply name tag decals

Step 1: First, completely finish the base and paint the edge with the desired color. Here, I used dark grey. Before applying the decal, apply two layers of glossy varnish (such as A.MIG-091) with a brush. The glossy varnish will create a perfect flat surface for the decal, ensuring a perfect adaptation to the surface.

Step 2: Next, use a sharp modeling knife to cut the decal. Cut carefully and close to the letters, trying to include as little of the transparent part as possible.

Step 3: Gently remove the cut decals from the sheet. If they are not perfectly cut, use the modeling knife again. I normally use two decals per base: one in the front and one in the back.

Step 4: Soak the decals in tap water until they separate from the paper sheet. This can take a couple of minutes. Do not rush the separation with a brush, as you could accidentally break the decal.

Step 5: To handle and apply the decal, use a rounded brush. After removing it from the water, it’s important to remove the excess water using a cloth or paper towel. Hold the decal from the front.

Step 6: Apply the decal to the desired spot. Use the tip of the brush to gently move it into position, or remove and reapply if necessary. If it gets stuck, add a little water.

Step 7: To fully fix and adapt the decal to the surface, use specific products for decals, such as MicroSet and MicroSol (MicroScale Industries). Apply each product a couple of times for perfect adaptation, waiting for each layer to dry before applying the next.

Step 8: Finally, apply two layers of matte varnish (such as A.MIG-2055) with a brush to seal and protect the decal, and to neutralize the shiny effect of the glossy varnish.

Here are the Witch Hunters with silver name tags, also from Scumb4g Kustoms.

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