02 September 2014

6MMRPC #1 - Organisation

This 6-month challenge/pledge is proving to be an interesting muddle of many things. I've started making lists for each project, cataloging what models I have for each, then tallying them into a journal for later transferring into a blog post. Last count I am up to 16 distinctly different projects that need my attention. That's a possible 16 different whole armies, or skirmish sized group of miniatures. (And I didn't even catalog my entire rpg minis backlog; just added them as an entry with "X" amount done.*this also does not include any upcoming Kickstarter deliveries which will also be added as they arrive*)

Still, there's more than enough to keep me busy realistically until 2020 or something silly. :) Okay, maybe not that far ahead. But looking at the pile, there's more than enough that I find I'm actually far happier than I realised to hold off on any further purchases.

With all this in mind, I went on to start making Excel charts to keep track of all of these painting projects. So far, I've managed to prepare only the three main Flames of War projects I have on my table. Using the Draxian paint chart method here are the first three charts (These charts looked a lot clearer before I converted them to jpegs...?):



Now, these charts don't detail the exact number of minis involved, but I don't think that's all that important, it's the end result. I think seeing all these red boxes turn yellow then green on each project will really help keep me motivated to finish off each list. I'll also have a 4th chart made for the rest of my Flames of War pieces that don't really belong specifically to any army I currently play or own.

I'll be making more of these up for my other 28m projects too - my 40K Astra Militarum Imperial Guard project is the one I'm fearing the most.... O_o I didn't realise I had collected up so much infantry.

Whilst this post is about the 6 Month Mountain Reduction Painting Challenge, I'll not claim it as this week's (The Challenge officially started yesterday.) post, so keep an eye open for a proper job post in a couple days.

Lastly, those missing German platoons and pieces I mentioned in my last post that were needed to fill out my Arnheim list? Well, I went and ordered them from Lotus Vault and they are on their way. Now I have NO excuses for getting my wallet out for new models.

8 comments:

  1. Dude! Your organization is stunning! I like it!

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    1. I would get overwhelmed and burn out way too fast if I didn't at least try to make an organised effort at all this. :)

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  2. All the best for this, mate (and thanks for the plug!)

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    1. Cheers old bean.

      Plug's due where it's due.

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  3. Is the "6 Month Mountain Reduction Painting Challenge" a thing yet? If not, you should make it one. I would participate. Make participants track their progress versus models purchased. I need to do this to get rid of my Flames of War backlog.

    Your charts are quite red at the moment! I'm looking forward to seeing your progress on it!

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    1. Yes mate, though it looks as though you've found the source of the Challenge already. :) Glad you are inspired to join!

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  4. Wow! That's an amazing level of organisation!

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  5. Excellent! I use the Draxian method as well, and find it rather encouraging watching the charts change color! Looking forward to seeing the platoons come together!

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