Seeking to unite the provinces of Tamriel, Thalmor agents operating for the Aldmeri Dominion travel to Skyrim to aid Imperial forces suppressing the Stormcloak rebellion, root out worshippers of Talos, and assert elven supremacy. Within Skyrim the Thalmor function more as advisors and investigators. For the purposes of this game they're field commanders and elite troop choices!
Finding miniatures of elves with armor similar to the style of the Mer wasn't at all difficult as Games Workshop had released several gorgeous models through their Lord of the Rings movie range with a wonderful light, leafy plate design.
The first four to be painted were models of Gil Galad, Haldir, Elrond, and a standard bearer. Though the Thalmor usually wear all black in Skyrim we reasoned the reds may be something they wear during combat and would make them pop as command figures. The red also ties them in nicely with other Imperial units!
The basic elven soldier's (not pictured yet) stats using the Valiant! system are +10 ATK and +8 DEF with a 4+ save! Each of the models in this post are captains which boast a mighty +13 ATK and +10 DEF! Captains may be purchased as an upgrade when a unit of five soldiers of the same type are being used in a force selection. They are generally stronger and provide command bonuses to their troops.
As representatives of the Aldmeri Dominion these Thalmor agents are elite HQ choices who will definitely make an impression during a game. More elves soon!
