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A detailed assembly of modular terrain pieces made from laser-cut wood, featuring multiple levels, staircases, and platforms. The structure includes various textures and patterns, with a mix of open and enclosed areas, showcasing a futuristic industrial design. In the background, paint bottles and tools are visible, indicating a workspace for painting and customizing the terrain.

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A 1/100 scale model kit of the Tomahawk mech, featuring a tan and beige color scheme with blue and red accents. The mech is posed dynamically, showcasing its bipedal stance, large arm-mounted cannon, and missile pods on its shoulder. Various decals are visible on the body, including a prominent emblem and the number "194."
Hobbylink Japan’s New 1/100 Scale Tomahawk Available for Preorder
Hobbylink Japan have opened pre-orders on their new Tomahawk model kit.Perhaps more recognisable to Western audiences—particularly those more familiar with FASA’s in Battletech—as the ‘unseen’ Wolverine battlemech, this kit is a 1/100 scale reproduction of the Tomahawk mech, as seen in the popular Japanese science fiction mecha anime, Macross. In that anime, the Tomahawk was one of the many design...
A collection of 30mm scale resin miniatures from the "Monsters Invaded My Town" set features various characters, including 16 zombies, a Frankenstein figure, a Sludge creature, a Werewolf, and two heroes. The scene includes five pumpkin spawn points, with the miniatures displayed on 32mm black plastic bases. The background shows a stylized urban environment, enhancing the thematic elements of the game.
Traders Galaxy Previewed New Monsters Invaded My Town Starter Set
Traders Galaxy have previewed their new and forthcoming Monsters Invaded My Town starter set. Coming soon to the Traders Galaxy website, the Monsters Invaded My Town set includes the following 30mm scale resin miniatures: 2 x heroes16 x zombies1 x Frankenstein1 x Sludge1 x Werewolf5 x Pumpkin Spawn PointsAll of the above are supplied with a 32mm black plastic bases.A Monsters Invaded My Town bundl...
A box cover for "The Witcher: Legacy" features a dramatic scene with several characters engaged in battle against monstrous creatures. The central figure, wielding magic, is flanked by warriors with weapons drawn, set against a backdrop of rugged mountains and a stormy sky. The title "THE WITCHER LEGACY" is prominently displayed at the top, along with the names of the game designer and publisher.
Go On Board to Launch The Witcher: Legacy
The Witcher: Legacy boardgame is coming to Gamefound.Created by Go On Board and written by the same team who created The Witcher: The Old World, this forthcoming game invites players to assume the role of a witcher. They will then go on to not only ‘kill monsters and protect common folk’, but also ‘uncover the plot behind sacking the School of the Wolf, [and] avenge your fallen friends’. Further d...
A group of five armored cyberrats is displayed, showcasing intricate details in their design. Each rat is equipped with distinctive rifles, featuring both long and short barrels, and is adorned with various mechanical components and armor plating. The models are presented in a gray, unpainted finish, highlighting their sci-fi aesthetic and the craftsmanship involved in their sculpting.
Mortian Preview Their Cyberat Elites
Mortian is expanding his range of cyberrats. Based on the work of German illustrator Hannes Radke, these armoured rodents are the latest additions to Mortian’s growing range of sci-fi miniatures. This particular tranche represents an elite squad and was originally proposed by one of Mortian’s customers via the company’s Discord channel. Being as they are an elite unit, the models will be a little ...
A fierce, winged creature with a wolf-like head and muscular build stands prominently, wielding a glowing sword. The background features swirling flames and dark shadows, enhancing the menacing atmosphere. To the left, a book titled "DARK DESCENT" is partially visible, with the tagline "DELVE DEEP, DON'T DIE" displayed above in bold lettering.
Mammoth Factory Want to Kickstart Your Games of D&D
Mammoth Factory Games are preparing to launch their next crowdfunding campaign.Coming soon to Kickstarter, this next project—entitled Dark Descent—is described as a ‘dark subterranean 5E setting guide’. It promises not only ‘ancient evil, blood magic, forbidden subclasses [and] profane magic items’, but also ‘an expansive bestiary full of unholy monsters’.Weighing in at ‘450+ pages’ (which we assu...

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How NOT to build with Dave! TTSCW-INH-038
This week I managed to bodge together TTCombat Mega Turbine. The way I am going I will eventually have an entire power complex for whatever it is I am working on. Maybe one day I’ll actually share what I am working on, trust me everything I am doing is building to something. But were not here to talk about that we are here to talk about the Mega Turbine and how it goes together in the usual way wi...
Three Playmarkers from AK are displayed on a blue cutting mat, featuring a grid pattern. The markers are in red, blue, and white, each labeled "PLAYMARKERS FOR TABLETOP GAMERS." In the foreground, two small miniatures are positioned on clear bases: a black creature and a red creature, while a larger green creature and a blue figure are visible in the background.
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I’ve been playing with the Playmarkers from AK.
A detailed model of the Sector 3 Silo Hub from TT Combat is prominently displayed on a blue cutting mat. The structure features multiple cylindrical silos with intricate wooden textures and circular tops, showcasing a combination of open latticework and solid panels. In the background, various paint pots and a few other miniature models are visible, along with the instruction sheet for the Silo Hub, which includes an illustration of the assembled model.
How NOT to build with Dave! TTSCW-INH-068
Been a while, day job gets in the way and I just lose time to make these. But I have done another one, and this time I am putting together the Sector 3 Silo Hub, from TT Combat. I know i often do TT Combat, I will do other terrain once I find other terrain that I feels matches the quality and price of the TT Combat stuff. Due to the storms this has a re-recorded voice over on it instead of me tryi...
A vibrant comic-style cover for "Secret Passages Issue 2" features a muscular, armored figure with a crown and flowing red cape, standing confidently amidst a gritty, urban backdrop. The character wields a sword and is surrounded by crumbling walls adorned with graffiti, evoking a sense of adventure and nostalgia for classic tabletop gaming. The title is prominently displayed at the top in bold, stylized lettering, with a red and black color scheme enhancing the dramatic atmosphere.
Secret Passages 2: This Time It's Personal
James Hoare's Secret Passages is back on Kickstarter with Issue 2, continuing his mission to excavate the cultural DNA of classic RPGs and Oldhammer gaming. This second instalment adds another 64 pages of deep-dive journalism exploring "the RPGs and wargames that raised us," building on the success of Issue 1's remarkable debut that we covered in-depth earlier this year. Editor Hoare, bringing nea...
A collection of nine bottles of water-based acrylic paints in various colors, including black, white, dark green, mid blue, bright red, golden yellow, leather brown, bright gold, and chain mail, is displayed in the foreground. Behind the paint bottles is a sprue containing two Viridian Interdicts Marines, showcasing various miniature parts. A high-quality synthetic brush is positioned in front of the paint bottles, emphasizing the set's painting essentials.
MP Paint Set - Starter set
This MP Paint Set includes all the essential colours you need to paint any of our miniatures. Inside the box, you will find 9 MP paints and a high-quality Synthetic Brush Size 2. Additionally, it comes with a sprue of two Viridian Interdicts Marines, so you can start painting right away.The specially formulated water-based acrylic paints in this set are fully inter-mixable and completely non-toxic...

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How NOT to build with Dave! TTSCW-INH-038

This week I managed to bodge together TTCombat Mega Turbine. The way I am going I will eventually have an entire power complex for whatever it is I am working on.
Maybe one day I’ll actually share wha... Read More

A detailed assembly of the TT Combat Sector 4 Storage tanks is displayed on a blue cutting mat marked with a grid. The main structure consists of two large, cylindrical tanks stacked vertically, supported by a wooden frame with intricate detailing. Surrounding the tanks are various components, including two sets of ladders, several hazard markers labeled "DANGER," and additional structural pieces, all crafted from a light wood material. In the background, a miniature figure and a globe stand are visible, adding context to the tabletop gaming environment.
A box for the "Industrial Stilt Pods" set from TTCombat features a detailed illustration of modular pods, stilts, and walkways arranged in an elevated complex. The design includes one large pod and two smaller pods connected by five walkways and six platforms, all set against a textured ground. The packaging prominently displays the TTCombat logo and the "Industrial Hive" branding.