8.5. The nmm and battle damage on the armor are fantastic really—if you lopped off the banner pole I'd give you a 10—but I'm going to have to agree with the others about the skull. I'll send you a PM with some critiques.
Wow, I really like this one. I can tell you put loads of time into making him looking gritty and realistic. Again, love the skin tones and the metal is wonderful. Did you intend for the skull to look white-washed? I think the pictures probably drown out some of its color.