I cut off some of the lances and replace them with bows or swords (or shape the lances into bows or swords). This is especially easy to do with Essex figures since the lances are thick. You can also bend the arms on some of the models to add a little variety. Sorry for the late suggestion, but I jus...

I'm dusting off the Mongol army I started 25 years ago, so I've been picking up some new models to replace much of my older stuff. I agree that the best place to start is with Legio Heroica's Mongols and Muslims - they paint up very nice. I like the fact that they are cast without weapons, as I arme...