There are not only " Russian-backed separatist scum". There also russian special forces, russian mercenaries, russian weapon, russian military technique. I recently returned from there.
Russia will never go against someone strong. They can attack only by having numerous advantage. Checnya - 1 million population. Georgia - 5 million population. Ukraine immediately after revolution, when the country was paralyzed.
Thank you, guys!
As for me, new alien has too long legs and too short torso. New femur joints looks worse than the old ones. Also, something wrong with the neck, but I can not say what.
Here is my custom alien with resculpted cheeks and repainted body:
I think this figure has the potential but new bodie is real crap. Alien can barely stand even on a smooth surface. Besides, old alien body looked more like Bolaji`s costume. Also, new material is crap too - casting quality...
Good luck! I think you are too shy. I really like your painting!
Small update. Added straps on my Elder. Maybe they are not movie accurate but they hide loincloth:
Both of my guys: