thanks for the 8 my friend! it appears that people who vote on here are very critical...and that alot of people who are very critical DONT upload their own work for the world to see and comment on...i shall say no more :-)
i nearly did go for a browny grubby red for the tabbard,in fact i should have cos it woulda made a good spot colour...thanks for the comment and for not judgeing the base!!