Beyond the Brush: Shocktober '26
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Beyond the Brush: HQ is back again for 2026!
Beyond the Brush: Shocktober ‘26 is on he horizon, with a twist! This time around we want to see not just your best minis, but your entire army! That's right, this time around our theme is Armies on Parade! Across three categories you'll be able to show off your army, squad or crew, plus returning favorite categories like Masters Mini, Diorama, Youngbloods, Speed Comp and something we are very excited about.... Duel! So wet those brushes, bust out your paints and fire up the airbrush to show us your best work this October.
Please see the details below and our full list of categories and details.
BtB Shocktober: Armies on Parade
25th October
10am (cut off for entries)
FREE to enter
We can accept entries until 10am 25th October (day of comp).
Award Ceremony at 3.00pm.
$30 Beyond Gift Vouchers and specific hobby products (TBA) for the Winners in each category, a Best in Show and Peoples Choice award selected from amongst the winners of each category, plus a Door Prize at the Awards Ceremony to one lucky participant just for entering!
Lastly, as always the Winner of the Masters category will assist us to choose the next Masters Mini. This time around it is the "Royal Decapitator"chosen by Wes, our last winner. (For sale in store should you wish to participate.
Categories:
Army:
A Spearhead/Combat Patrol/Batallion/Reinforced Platoon (you get the idea) sized army or force, from Warhammer 40,000, Age of Sigmar, The Old World, Bolt Action or Star Wars Legion etc.
Inclusion of immersive display board with a footprint no larger than 500x500mm is a key aspect of this category and as such, must be included.
Crew:
An entire Keyword, Strike Force or Squad from games like K*ll Team, Malifaux, Halo Flashpoint, Star Wars Shatterpoint, or Warcry etc. Inclusion of immersive display board or similar in encouraged. Inclusion of immersive display board with a footprint no larger than 300x300mm is a key aspect of this category and as such, must be included.
Duel:
This category is for a single entry featuring two opposing miniatures. The judges will be looking for a dynamic pairing of two well-matched opponents in some kind of combat or other dramatic situation.
The duel must be mounted on an appropriately sized base.
Open Category/Diorama/Special Skill:
Any painting or hobby piece that showcases a special skill i.e. dioramas, kit-bashing, busts, lighting, animatronics or a unique painting technique. Entries must have a footprint no larger than 300x300mm.
Speed:
Speed Comp details TBA
From 11am on the day of the Competition.
Youngbloods: This category is open to any competitors aged 14 years or under. Any entry is allowed to be entered but must be no larger than 300x300mm.
Masters Category:
This category is the greatest test of your painting skill. All entrants will paint the same single miniature. No other model is allowed. No conversions are allowed and the model must be based on the base supplied. These restrictions put the focus entirely on the painting. THIS YEAR'S MODEL IS THE …“Royal Decapitator” from Age of Sigmar! Please note: no conversions or excessive basing is acceptable. This category is judged based soley on your painting technique and skill.
Please note, Judges will be looking not only for technical ability, but also for entries that best exemplify the qualities and character of the army, setting or world they represent. Therefore it is not simply painting skill on show, but broader creativity and the ability to capture tone and mood. So why not give it a go?
T’s & C’s:
-We reserve the right to recategorise any entry that we deem to be a better fit with a category other than the one it was entered into.
-Nudity and sexually explicit content is strictly prohibited, our store and this event is family friendly. We reserve the right to refuse entry of any piece that breaches our Code of Conduct.
-Swastika Symbol Display:
The Swastika may ONLY be displayed on a military model if it is both historically accurate AND supported by historical reference. Failure to adhere to this rule will result in the immediate disqualification of the model and will not be displayed in our competition.
-Late entries will not be accepted.
Beyond the Brush: Shocktober ‘26 is on he horizon, with a twist! This time around we want to see not just your best minis, but your entire army! That's right, this time around our theme is Armies on Parade! Across three categories you'll be able to show off your army, squad or crew, plus returning favorite categories like Masters Mini, Diorama, Youngbloods, Speed Comp and something we are very excited about.... Duel! So wet those brushes, bust out your paints and fire up the airbrush to show us your best work this October.
Please see the details below and our full list of categories and details.
BtB Shocktober: Armies on Parade
25th October
10am (cut off for entries)
FREE to enter
We can accept entries until 10am 25th October (day of comp).
Award Ceremony at 3.00pm.
$30 Beyond Gift Vouchers and specific hobby products (TBA) for the Winners in each category, a Best in Show and Peoples Choice award selected from amongst the winners of each category, plus a Door Prize at the Awards Ceremony to one lucky participant just for entering!
Lastly, as always the Winner of the Masters category will assist us to choose the next Masters Mini. This time around it is the "Royal Decapitator"chosen by Wes, our last winner. (For sale in store should you wish to participate.
Categories:
Army:
A Spearhead/Combat Patrol/Batallion/Reinforced Platoon (you get the idea) sized army or force, from Warhammer 40,000, Age of Sigmar, The Old World, Bolt Action or Star Wars Legion etc.
Inclusion of immersive display board with a footprint no larger than 500x500mm is a key aspect of this category and as such, must be included.
Crew:
An entire Keyword, Strike Force or Squad from games like K*ll Team, Malifaux, Halo Flashpoint, Star Wars Shatterpoint, or Warcry etc. Inclusion of immersive display board or similar in encouraged. Inclusion of immersive display board with a footprint no larger than 300x300mm is a key aspect of this category and as such, must be included.
Duel:
This category is for a single entry featuring two opposing miniatures. The judges will be looking for a dynamic pairing of two well-matched opponents in some kind of combat or other dramatic situation.
The duel must be mounted on an appropriately sized base.
Open Category/Diorama/Special Skill:
Any painting or hobby piece that showcases a special skill i.e. dioramas, kit-bashing, busts, lighting, animatronics or a unique painting technique. Entries must have a footprint no larger than 300x300mm.
Speed:
Speed Comp details TBA
From 11am on the day of the Competition.
Youngbloods: This category is open to any competitors aged 14 years or under. Any entry is allowed to be entered but must be no larger than 300x300mm.
Masters Category:
This category is the greatest test of your painting skill. All entrants will paint the same single miniature. No other model is allowed. No conversions are allowed and the model must be based on the base supplied. These restrictions put the focus entirely on the painting. THIS YEAR'S MODEL IS THE …“Royal Decapitator” from Age of Sigmar! Please note: no conversions or excessive basing is acceptable. This category is judged based soley on your painting technique and skill.
Please note, Judges will be looking not only for technical ability, but also for entries that best exemplify the qualities and character of the army, setting or world they represent. Therefore it is not simply painting skill on show, but broader creativity and the ability to capture tone and mood. So why not give it a go?
T’s & C’s:
-We reserve the right to recategorise any entry that we deem to be a better fit with a category other than the one it was entered into.
-Nudity and sexually explicit content is strictly prohibited, our store and this event is family friendly. We reserve the right to refuse entry of any piece that breaches our Code of Conduct.
-Swastika Symbol Display:
The Swastika may ONLY be displayed on a military model if it is both historically accurate AND supported by historical reference. Failure to adhere to this rule will result in the immediate disqualification of the model and will not be displayed in our competition.
-Late entries will not be accepted.
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