Look what I just found:
https://wizkids.com/pathfinder-battles-kingmaker/
Pics of the Earth and Water Elemental case incentives have been uploaded so far. They look fantastic!
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I posted this over on MinisGallery but figured I'd share it here as well... With the entire setlist revealed I think it would be cool if Paizo did one big preview of all the remaining figures, instead of spacing it out over the next two or three weeks. What's the harm at this point? I know Mark Moreland likes to include a little story for each mini (which is great and all, don't get me wrong) but at this stage of the game I think a picture along with the name, size, and rarity of the miniature would be more than enough for us. Just a thought.
Hi Mark, you mentioned we'll be free and clear with a month to spare before the set's May release. Any chance we can sneak a peek at some production pieces during that time? Thank you as always for a fun preview.
Another fun read, Mark. Do you think the anvil will be cast in translucent orange plastic and then painted over in gunmetal? I think it would certainly help in giving the orange markings a sense of depth and illumination. Just curious.
Mark, I have to say I'm really enjoying this blog again, particularly your writing style and how you integrate it in with the previews. I find it informative and fun at the same time which is exactly the kind of thing this blog needs. Keep doing what you're doing and never let the naysayers get you down ;) Now, onto the minis! Between the plant creatures you've revealed thus far and the ones we received in Maze of Death you guys are really making strides in an area that was fairly barren (no pun intended) up until recently. The Murder Vine looks unassuming at first but it's flat design will surely make it a very practical piece. Miniatures can probably be balanced on top of it to represent them being grappled which is great. The Mold Runt will be excellent in multiples as you've already pointed out. Plus, anything with even a passing resemblance to goblins is always a welcome addition at my table. The Musk Creeper looks amazing, the contrast of colors really catches the eye. I can't wait to see what the production piece looks like. But what I'm really looking forward to is the Shambler. It's been years since we've gotten a traditional Mound mini and this one certainly does not disappoint. The fact that it's uncommon is icing on the cake (or in your case, dressing on the salad). Very strong reveals so far, keep em coming, Mark! :)
Here's a preview: Wizkids - Pathfinder Battles: Maze of Death Wizkids started uploading product images to their official gallery. Thus far only box art is on display but what's curious is a change to the case incentive... when did the Huge Water Elemental get swapped out for a Huge Fire Elemental?
All three look fantastic. The sculpts are on point, the poses look excellent, and I'm really digging the synergy of the heavy armor as they all go great together. Very well done! I'm a singles-buyer, occasionally I'll order a brick, but I haven't bought an entire case of ppm since Wardrums. That set featured some of the greatest commons and uncommons ever produced, imo, minis that I still used regularly in my games to this day. If the Crown of Fangs previews continue in this direction this could very well be the first case purchase for me in over a decade :)
I'd rather not see repeats from the D&D Minis Huge sets (Behir, Bulette, Dragons, Elementals). I understand that people that missed out the first time around have to pay a premium now, but there have been so few Huge sets that any repeat takes a spot that could be filled by a Huge Monster that has never been done and would have to wait years for another chance. I generally agree with this, especially in regards to huge minis like the Behir, Bulette, and even ones not mentioned on the list (ie the Purple Worm). As old as these miniatures are (over a decade in some cases) they still hold up to the test of time quite well. Case in point, when I think about huge minis the very first one that comes to mind is the Behir. It's just such a classic miniature in every way - the pose, the paint scheme, the sheer size of it - everything about it is just about perfect. I have serious doubt that Wizkids could ever replicate something nearly as cool as the original, I don't even think they should bother. Instead, I'd much rather see them focus their efforts on new huge miniatures that haven't been done before in ppm. Creatures like the Black Pudding and Froghemoth are constantly mentioned as candidates and for good reason - they'd make great huge minis, plain and simple. Some of the others mentioned on Marco's list are fine suggestions as well, but these two seem to get the most love. The exception to this "rule of no remakes" would have to be Elementals and a Hydra with legs.
As a long-time collector of PPM I have to say these look fantastic. The Pit Fiend is just awesome in every sense of the word, Hellgate looks great, but I think I might actually be most impressed with the Hobgoblins. As commons they look better than some of the rares and that's not to take anything away from the rares, they simply look THAT good. Great pics, btw. If you feel inclined to take more I'd love to see some of the large uncommons.
Thanks Eric, er, Marco! ;) No but seriously, nice work! You not only found out the answer to a very frequently asked question (the scheduled release date of Pathfinder Battls: Deadly Foes) but you also uncovered a lair of other release dates as well. Bravo! Looking through some of these dates a couple of products caught my eye:
A quick google search turned up the following text: The Premium RPG Maps are a great way to enhance your Tabletop RPG gaming experience! Made from flexible and durable neoprene, these Premium Maps measure 3’ x 2’ and offer a flat, no-fold surface with a non-slip backing to improve your gaming experience. The maps feature either a Tavern or Throne Room area (each map sold separately), perfect for setting the mood of your next play session! It would appear we're getting battle maps to coincide with recent and future Pathfinder Battles case incentive pieces, The Rusty Dragon Inn tavern and the Crown of Fangs throne room, respectively. Call it healthy speculation but me thinks they'll be sized to fit said pieces 0:)
In regards to the pictures they've been using for Monster Menagerie, any chance Wizkids will release these type of close-up photos of actual miniatures for the next Pathfinder Battles set? I realize it's much too early for this sort of thing at this stage in development, but perhaps a few months leading up to the release? Just wondering.
With all these valid points and astute observations being made about declining oil prices, they not only reinforce the original poster's question about the cost of minis coming down but they also trigger another: why instead have some prices gone up? I'm referring specifically to the recent releases of Iconic Heroes box sets #'s 4, 5, and 6. The retail price on each of these is $34.99, five dollars up from the $29.99 costs of prior sets. In the famous words of Larry David, "Interesting..."
And for what it's worth you get a LOT of bang for your buck with that Kickstarter, particularly the Graveyard Expansion you mentioned. For practically the same amount Paizo.com is charging for the Rusty Dragon Inn Bar ($49.99), Reaper is offering the Crypt, fences, columns, gates, sarcophagi, tombstones, and a bunch of other miniatures along with it, not to mention free worldwide shipping. Sure, it's unpainted but that's part of the fun! Most of those terrain items I mentioned are a breeze to paint, even for a novice -- apply a basecoat, perhaps drybrush some ridges, finish with a wash and voila, you're done! While we're on the topic of Kickstarter, is there any reason why Paizo doesn't offer their own? I want to say I've read an explanation before in past forums but I can't seem to locate such information at the moment. It just seems that with all the requests from us Pathfinder Battles consumers for a stand-alone dungeon dressing line (ala something similar to the Iconic Heroes boxed sets) why not offer a Kickstarter of that very sort and let people put their money where their mouths are? A crowdfunding platform would allow customers to vote with their hard-earned dollars and help finance the project for you without the financial risk of having the product sell unfavorably at market (ala We Be Goblins or Undead Horde builder sets). I'm sure it's more complicated than that (aren't things always?) and I get the distinct sense I'm not the first one to ask this question, but if someone [like Vic Wertz perhaps] could shed some light on this query I sure would appreciate it, thanks :)
While an Iconic Heroes version of Seltyiel will be coming, there was a version of him in the Skull & Shackles set. Very true! But if that doesn't tickle your fancy (and you'd rather not wait until 2016 as you say) then check out of the Reaper Bones version licensed by Paizo. Granted it doesn't come pre-painted but it's a fantastic sculpt, it's cheap, and it's available now. As a matter of fact, for those unaware, there are several Pathfinder iconics which many fans have been clamoring for in future box sets that are/have been available in Bones format for some time now. If you've never tried your hand at painting before then the Bones material is a great place to start! Trust me, you might surprise yourself at how well the results turn out :)
We put a lot of effort into making Dungeons Deep the best and most useful set of figures we've done to date, and with tons of high-utility figures, it looks like we either achieved or came very close to that goal.... Considering all the positive feedback I've been reading on the message boards about Dungeons Deep I think you not only achieved that goal but have far exceeded it! The keywords in that excerpt are useful and high-utility. As Erik and others here have mentioned there are simply a ton of figures in this set which can be used in a variety of ways on many-a-GM's table. So far I'm seeing a lot of this same type of versatility being displayed in the previews of The Rusty Dragon Inn which is great! Sure, there will be non-combatant figures featured in the set but that doesn't necessarily mean they won't be useful. Think of the assassin masquerading as a barmaid in an effort to get closer to our thirsty PC's (Arsenic Ale, anyone?) or the merchant who not only sells valuable goods to adventurers but also tips off the local thieves guild as to their whereabouts (perhaps they're staying at The Rusty Dragon Inn) in return for protection. Admittedly, these examples carry a certain flavor of cheese but the point is that you can use such miniatures in any number of scenarios as proxies for their more "initiative-ready" iterations
The paint is done overseas as well, as I believe WizKids product is shipped directly from China to the distributors, already packaged. Oh man, that's disappointing. Thank you for the response, I appreciate getting an answer on this.
Hi folks, long time reader, first time writer. Before doing so, I searched the messageboards extensively and contacted Wizkids directly - both to no avail. So I figured I'd turn my query to the community: Would anyone happen to know where Pathfinder Battles miniatures are painted? I'm fairly certain the manufacturing of the sculpts, bases, etc. is done in China but are the actual paintjobs done there as well? Wizkids is a New Jersey-based company and as a resident of the state I'm curious to know if perhaps the painting is done in-house. The reason I ask is because I have friends (also NJ natives) that are miniature-painting enthusiasts and are toying with the idea of turning their hobby into a profession. Being local to one of the biggest publishers of pre-painted plastic miniatures could be the opportunity they're looking for. Unfortunately, the Wizkids website is sorely lacking in any such contact info so I'm hoping someone here can shed some light on an answer. Much appreciated, thank you. |