New Releases for September 2022 - The Gempei War (1 Viewer)

[Julie]

NEW RELEASES FOR SEPTEMBER 2022
THE GEMPEI WAR 1180-1185

The Gempei War which took place between 1180 and 1185 was a national civil war between the Taira and Minamoto clans during the late Heian period of Japan. It resulted in the downfall of the Taira and the establishment of the Kamakura shogunate under Minamoto no Yoritomo, who appointed himself as Shogun in 1192, governing Japan as a military dictator from the eastern city of Kamakura.

The name Gempei or Genpei comes from the words Minamoto (Gen) and Taira (Hei, which was pronounced as pei)
These two families were fierce rivals, both were ancient families, descended from royalty.
The Heike or Taira had close ties with the court, and were well known as accomplished artists and men of letters as well as great warriors.
The Genji or Minamota were rustics, and each side derided the other for their chosen lifestyles.



GMP-14M
THE GEMPEI WAR 1180-1185,
THE MINAMOTO CLAN,
SAMURAI FOOT ARCHER.
(1 pc)

GMP-14T
THE GEMPEI WAR 1180-1185,
THE TAIRA CLAN,
SAMURAI FOOT ARCHER.
(1 pc)

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[mikemiller1955]

adding this figure to my Samurai collection...

 

[villagehorse]

Me too. Very neat. Robin.

 

[Grey Heron]

Very nice Miniature Figurines, but a range I won't be collecting.

 

[paxtoysoldier]

I think JJD Samurai can stand with the best. And Samurai are the artistic height of our hobby, along with other masterpieces (Polish Hussars, Knights, etc). I am very happy that John decided to do this range.
For us, Genpei & Troy for now.
Thank you John for making some great ranges in our favorite style (i.e. yours/K&C's, etc)
Paddy

 

[jason foote]

I am getting both of these. They are absolutely stunning. I dont know how deep i will go with this series but these are perfect.
Jas