I just recently purchased this pack and I'm glad I did. Quality issues in past packs had caused me to hesitate. This pack has good quality cardstock and good artwork. It didn't have any cards that I can't imagine a use for; as compared to other packs with up to half the images too weird, monster-based, or cartoonish for any practical purpose. A couple faces looked like they were drawn from real-life neighbors or something. It's great. Definitely worth the money.
Had this mini about a year and just got the chance to use it. I admit I used it to represent a spirit naga rather than its original purpose. It is solid and sturdy, well-built. It is difficult to appreciate at a distance; you really need to pick it up and study it but it exudes a certain malevolence just the same. It is so much better than any other naga on the market that they don't deserve to be classed together. Fun to use. Understated but cool.
This mini is too big. It's a shame to waste a "giant" mini on a creature of this type. That aside, the paint job makes this mini look like something straight out of a low-budget cartoon. It's green - and I mean, John Deere green. No shading or realism. The paint job destroys a decent design. And I can't decide which is worse the mouth or the eyes. The ridiculous black grin with triangle white teeth - again cartoonish. The eyes are a flat black, expressionless and disturbing. While I might be able to figure this guy into play (maybe once) - he demands a repaint.
Cartoonish. Ridiculous paint scheme combines with strange pose and poor design. This thing doesn't even match its own creature description in the MM. Ick!
Who sculpted this Vampire Spawn? A third grader? The pose is horrible and yet, better than the paint which was apparently applied with a spackle tool. This mini isn't scary or impressive, it borders on cartoonish. The vampire doesn't suck blood. It just sucks.
The tomebound Arcanist is well detailed and has a nice paint job. What I like most about this mini is its versatility. Could be good guy, could be bad guy, could be expert, could be novice. The possibilities are endless. I'm excited to add him to my game (if one of the players doesn't snatch him up as a PC first)!
The paint job on the Shadow Hulk is monochromatic but it has a nice irridescence. Overall, it's well built and has acceptable detail. On mine,however, the leading hand was just resting on a peg rather than being connected to the base. It looks a little weird and I'm nervous its instability might someday lead to a broken arm (if it's not broken already - was it supposed to be connected?). Overall, though, it's just big. Amazingly big, even for a huge, considering the subject matter. So if you want a big umber hulk, he's your guy.
I can't say exactly why I like the Half-Elf Assassin, I just do. I was excited to pull it from the box. I would rate it as fair in pose, details, and its monochrome paint scheme. Still, it approaches excellence in its versatility and practical usefulness. Whether this mini is used to represent a PC rogue or a DM minion to challenge the PCs, I'm happy to have it in my repetoire. It is simple but good.
The fist of Moradin is a cool name. It's not badly sculpted and even has a decent paint job. The pose and detail are better than fair. So why the low rating? First, on the principle of the matter. I'm sick to death of getting dwarfs. I have no personal grudge against dwarves but their sheer number (in minis) is annoying. I have hundreds of them and every pack seems to have at least two (more than elves, and definitely more than humans). So if I'm forced to get these little wastes of plastic, the least they can do is make them special. The other dwarf (warsword) in this series is heavier, sturdier and all around better. Why such disparity within the same pack? There are too many dwarves! And, like this one, their overall quality is too poor!
I can't speak for proper sizing (in game terms this cockatrice may be a bit large) but the mini is well made with good detail and decent coloring. I think it looks pretty cool and will definitely find gameplay at my table soon.
This huge mini is nicely built and well-sculpted but I wish the huge minis in this or any other pack would be useful and closer in line with iconic D&D monsters. The Armored Guulvorg may be dragonish but, to me, it's just a big blue lizard. Hasn't the niche for all these dragonkin been filled to vomitous overflow in other packs? It may be big but it's also pretty useless, at least in my game.
I'm a big fan of the clear or semi-transparent plastic used in miniatures, particularly with undead. Now I probably have a thousand undead minis of various types so I'm almost never excited to get another but I kinda like this one. It's simple but detailed. The red eyes are particularly fearsome and unsettling. I especially like how the semi-transparent plastic gives this miniature the proper balance of noncorporal presence and haunting absence.
Now I'm not sure when, why, or where I would have a reason to use a Hobgoblin Warcaster in my game but this miniature makes me hope I someday do. It seems a simple design but the devil is in the details. The pose is interesting. The Hobgoblin's expression draws attention. The details are excellent. Overall, it's good work.
The soulrider devil miniature had a lot of potential to be a really cool miniature but unfortunately the horrible paint job squashed the potential. The design is good and there is detail in the sculpt but you have to hold the miniature a centimeter from your eyes in order to appreciate it since it's buried under a sloppy layer of paint. The colors aren't bad; it's the application that stinks. The total effect is disappointing.
When my players first saw this, they were impressed. The design is first rate with interesting and unique presentation. I especially like the semi-transparent web. The spider itself is ... well, maybe a one & a half star product. It is not well-detailed and I'm a little confused why it has huge legs on the right side and short ones on its left. Is it supposed to be halfway phased in? Not really sure what the designers were going for but its effect was lost on me. I also realize the spider is rather a dull grey but the paint job makes it look ... well, dull.
The Crazed Kuo-Toa might just be the worst miniature ever. It's small, spindly, poor quality just waiting to break. The color is putrid. The painting is sloppy. The detail is poor. The entire design sucks. The older model kuo-toa were cool and fun to add to your game. I'm not even sure what this guy is supposed to look like. It's nasty. I wouldn't put him on my table for anything. What were they thinking? If they're going to redesign something it should be an improvement. This is not.
I love these cards! By far, this is the best deck yet!! I have purchased all the previous packs with mixed opinions on their value/adaptability. No problems with this pack! The adaptability/versatility of the cards in this particular deck is unparalleled since the items included are what "every" player character has (or will have over the course of a campaign). There are very few cards that weren't put to immediate use in my game. It's especially nice to be able to neatly track rations, torches, and other constantly replenished items on a beautifully illustrated card. The cards for spellbook, thieves tools, etc. are great for keeping track of where (or on whose person) specific items are at any given moment. My players now cringe when an in-game "dropped item" moment happens or their carried items are specifically targeted by spell/damage. I've bought two (these packs sorta demand one for each player) and am anxiously rolling pennies to buy more.
I was disappointed with this product and don't feel like it's worth the money. The graphics are great but nothing I can't accomplish on my own on Dunjinni. The card stock is so flimsy as to almost not deserve the name. The maps are only one sided. As noted in other reviews, they slide around (there's no practical way to secure them to a surface or even to each other)and one pack can't even be logically laid out card-to-card as a small section of village. The segmented pictures that are helpful as about the only clue to how a person should lay out the cards in the first place, also prevent the supposed versatility of said cards since a picture begins on one card and finishes on another. The inn is sadly lacking a set of ascending stairs so, what, the inn only rents two rooms - where does everyone else sleep?
I either have to work to create my own similar product or work to fix all the drawbacks of this one. So if I'm the one doing the work, why am I also forking over my hard-earned cash?
If I wanted such cheap products I could create them myself with minimal effort on my computer/printer. If I'm lazy and want to pay someone else to do it, then the product should be *better* than something homemade. This one isn't.
I don't collect/play the mini game but I do use the miniatures for general role-playing purposes. I have almost 400 D&D miniatures and this Horned Devil is one of the most highly detailed. The boney weapon is particularly impressive but it does hint at fragility. The scales and horns, muscles, fierce expression, leathery wings, all of it - richly detailed and awesomely wrought. The only disappointment is the size, which tends closer to medium than large. Maybe this is accurate to his MM description but I think a boost in size would definitely help his intimidation factor. The black color (again accurate to creature description) steals some of his impressiveness. Not sure I'd fork over upwards of forty-five bucks for this guy but I was thrilled to pull him from the booster pack!
I don't collect or play the mini game but I do use miniatures for general role-playing purposes. The stirge miniature is tiny and a bit delicate but close inspection reveals wonderful detail and inspired construction and design. The clear plastic post hints at real flight. Drab but realistic color with fine shading. Not highly adaptable but great for this common creature. Small but powerfully done - a great mini!
I don't collect or play the mini game but I do use miniatures for general RPG purposes. The Huge Fire Elemental is an excellent piece. Its sheer size is awe-inspiring. The transluscent plastic is cool and doesn't detract from the fine detail. The color is amazing. The pose is menacing. This mini demands game play and is sure to bring excitement to your table. A wonderful miniature.
I don't collect/trade minis nor play the mini game but I do use miniatures in my D&D games. I recently picked up a couple Fiendish Girallon minis and they did not disappoint. The construction is top notch. The detail, down to individual tufts of fur, is excellent. The pose and expression are attention-getting. This mini brings the proper level of fear and respect to the game. He's a fun and useful addition to any game table.
I don't collect/trade minis nor play the mini game but I do use them for general RP purposes. The Aspect of Hextor is a great mini. He's big and hefty with an intimidating stance and fierce expression. The weapons are cool and the detail fine (front & back). He promises to bring plenty of impact to the game table. The only reason I didn't give him five stars is because his versatility is rather low. Still, he's pretty cool - a good solid mini.
I don't collect/trade miniatures nor play the mini game but I do use them for standard roleplaying purposes. Usually I'm here complaining that the web picture doesn't accurately portray a particular mini's fine detail, color, etc. Not so in this case! Get a good look at the picture here at the store because the yuan-ti halfblood sorcerer in not nearly as vivid, vibrant, or finely detailed when she comes out of the box. I'm not saying that this miniature is at all substandard; on the contrary, it is excellently crafted. It's still a great piece. I still appreciate the pose and the design elements. It's just that the web picture leads to a twinge of disappointment upon viewing the actual article. Overall, despite variations in color & detail, it's the subject matter that compels one to purchase this piece. One simply cannot accurately bring the "feel" of a yuan-ti encounter to the table without a great miniature like this. It's definitely useful, effective, and a good value for the investment.
I don't collect/trade miniatures nor play the mini game but I do use them for standard roleplaying purposes. The tavern brawler represents all the things we've come to expect - amazing detail, eye-pleasing paint schemes, sturdy construction. The best thing about this mini is the subject matter - hooray for the common guy! It might not be so great for those who collect or play the miniature game but for those of us who use the minis as game aids for RPGs, we can never have too many common folk! This piece allows for great versatility and roleplaying opportunities when PCs stop in at the local watering hole. Ordinary townsfolk will always find a welcome place at my gaming table. More working class miniatures!!
I don't collect/trade miniatures nor play the mini game but I do use them for standard roleplaying purposes. I had to do a double take to assure myself that the picture on the website was indeed representing the piece I possess. The Dread Warrior is SO much more impressive in real life! The detail is exquisite. The pose is menacing (that's a giant axe he's wielding). The facial expression is classic - the windswept hair a nice touch. The thing I like best about this figure is the musculature. No wimpy, frail undead here! This thing looks like it could easily separate your head from your shoulders, and seems poised to do exactly that. I require my undead figures to bring a high measure of fear and anxiety to the table. The Dread Warrior lives up to his name. Great versatility. Superior construction. Plenty of dread to go around!
I don't collect/trade miniatures nor play the mini game but I do use them for standard role-playing purposes. The cleric of Laogzed is just another example of superior detail work and sturdy construction on a piece that might otherwise be overlooked. This piece might not be terribly impressive but there's still just something appealing about it. Maybe it's little extras like the shell on his shoulder or his ragged attire. Nothing to write home about but still this mini fills its proper niche well and finds use easily in game play.
I don't collect/trade miniatures nor play the mini game but I do use them for standard role-playing purposes. Don't let the commonality of the Aasimar fighter fool you. This is actually a pretty cool piece. The fine detail work is praiseworthy and the pose impressive. The fully shielded face makes it difficult to determine whether this guy is friend or foe, which makes this piece one of the most versatile minis on the market. Despite its delicate appearance, it is, as always, well constructed and sturdy. I highly recommend this piece as a useful addition to any game table.
I don't collect/trade miniatures nor play the mini game but I do use them for standard RPG play. The large water elemental is a great piece. The web picture doesn't really do justice to the amazing detail. There's a fearsome visage hiding in there! The pose is great, as this piece looms menacingly over the character minis like a wave about to break. The clear plastic is effective and impressive in its representation of water. This mini is well-constructed and displays well thought out design and presentation. An awesome DM tool. It promises to make players wet themselves!
I don't collect/trade minis nor play the mini game but I do use them for role-playing purposes. I was excited to get Valenar the Nomad Charger. It's a great piece. As always it is well-rendered and has excellent detail. The pose, the weaponry, are superior. It begs to be played, already I'm formulating how to add him to my game. His only detraction is the price which makes it difficult to buy the dozen or so of these guys that one's heart would demand. Still, it's a great piece - sturdy, versatile, well designed. A welcome addition to any gamer's table.
I don't collect/trade minis or play the mini game but I do use them for standard role-playing. The skeletal reaper is a great mini. The menacing pose, the fierce expression, the cool weapon, all combine to make this a superior piece. High quality design and great versatility, not to mention an appealing low price, make this guy a must-buy.
I don't collect/trade miniatures nor play the mini game but I do use them for standard RPG purposes. The kobold monk is surprisingly well-designed and nicely detailed. Good pose and solidly constructed. He's cheap and a great addition to any gaming table. He misses out on 5 stars only because his versatility is low. Still, he's kinda cool for a little guy!
I don't collect/trade miniatures nor play the mini game but I do use them for standard RPG purposes. Hero of Valhalla is the best $1 mini in town! Again, the web picture does not do this guy justice. Superior detail work, fine paint job, brilliant colors... a classic brought to life. This mini demands to be a PC and have a place of honor at the table, but is still wonderfully versatile. The horned helmet might be cliche but it still works. This mini is wonderfully designed and well-wrought. A true hero among minis!
I don't collect/trade miniatures nor play the mini game but I do use them for standard RPG purposes. The half-orc spy is well-made and durable. The web picture doesn't do this guy justice. The detail work is superior. He is at once sneaky, suspicious, and a little scary (immediately conjuring pictures of who you *wouldn't* want to meet in some back alley). He begs for gametime on your table and is nicely versatile. Great tool, good price - what more can you ask for?
I don't collect/trade miniatures nor play the mini game but I do use them for RPG purposes. The doomguard mini is well detailed and evokes good reaction at the table. She almost begs to be a PC rather than a "bad girl" - you almost hate to destroy her... almost. Well crafted, versatile - she's got it all, even a great low price.
Glad to have ya, girl!
I don't collect/trade miniatures nor play the game but I do use them for roleplaying purposes. I'm not usually a big fan of undead minis but the skeletal archer really surprised me with its quality, durability and detail. The pose, the equipment... there's just something about it that makes it fun to bring it to the table. It mimics *un*life well and doesn't ruin the fear factor of undead encounters. A great standard piece that is also nicely versatile and pleasantly priced.
I don't collect/trade miniatures nor play the game but I do use them in standard role-playing. The imp mini is a great example of what a good tiny mini (mini mini?) should be. Though small, it is well-built and far from fragile. It is finely detailed and does not disappoint upon closer inspection. But it's the menacing crouch and wicked grin that really sell this little guy. He's a great addition to any gamer's toolchest.
I don't collect/trade miniatures nor play the game but I do use them for standard role-playing. I usually set my standards pretty high for undead miniatures because I want them to bring a sense of fear and doom to the table. The direguard mini delivers! Finely detailed with a great menacing pose. It's high quality for a low price. Brings a shiver to your spine - a great useful mini.
I don't collect/trade miniatures but I do use them for standard roleplaying purposes. The troglodyte thug is another fine example of high quality commons you don't mind getting duplicates of. This mini is well-conceived and finely detailed. The colors are muted yet demonstrative of natural realism. The pose is intimidating without being ridiculous. This figure evokes the proper amount of respect for low-level cannon fodder and is versatile in play. The facial expression, musculature, and clothing presentation are excellent. You can't get higher quality work at a lower price! I personally prefer this mini to other similar ones, as this one has a little more bulk to his form and grit in his determined stance. It'll make you root (if only momentarily) for the "bad guys". Who says thugs aren't cool?
I don't collect/trade miniatures but I do use them for standard roleplaying purposes. The elemental wall mini is a great addition to any collection. How interesting can a roughly humanoid conglomeration of worked stones be? You'd be surprised! Shading adds interest to the neutral color pallet and the texture begs to be handled. This piece is well-detailed despite its simple premise and extremely versatile in game play. The only reason I didn't give this mini a higher rating is that I have trouble overly supporting subject matter of this nature (no pun intended) that could, perhaps, be manufactured or similarly created at home with minimal effort & cost. Still, it is well-constructed and presents well. I'm not sorry to have it as part of my collection.
I don't collect/trade miniatures but I do use them for standard roleplaying purposes. I like this commoner mini. The pose is a little odd and can be awkward during game play but that is more than made up for by the cool scythe weapon and quality detail. It is a good concept and is finely rendered. The commoner is delicate without being fragile, normal without being boring. It is a generic figure, sure, but it is still interesting and capable of adding nicely to the gameplaying experience. Don't overlook this piece, it's far from ordinary.
I don't collect/trade miniatures but I do use them for standard roleplaying purposes. I'm sorry but I hold undead minis to a higher standard. They have to evoke at least a modicum of fear or anxiety to earn a place at my table. This ghoul mini fails to meet every standard of quality I can think of. First, this mini is small and fragile, poorly designed and poorly rendered. The scale is at least a little off - wasn't this thing human once? I know that ghouls are thin, emaciated even, but I've seen bulkier dust bunnies! The pose is just ridiculous - is he coming after you or just tripping? Any discernable detail is completely absent and it looks to have been painted with a single brush stroke. My ghoul didn't even possess the pasty ecru pallor as seen on the website, he was more nondescript grey. I can't think of a single reason to place this mini on my table as it is almost certain to immediately destroy any creepy atmosphere that I had previously established. This thing isn't scary, it's pathetic! It is overpriced and useless. On top of all that, it's boring. If this thing were a letter, it'd be the letter Z, as in zzzzz! If this mini were a word (and it must be something because it's clearly not a proper game tool) the word would be - unimpressive.
I don't collect/trade miniatures but I do use them for standard roleplaying purposes. Perhaps my poor rating is unfair in view of the quality of detail in this tiny figure. The colors are vibrant, the expression appropriately fearsome, etc. My only real complaint (and I admit it's a rather weak one) is that I just was underwhelmed by this mini. It wasn't nearly as impressive as I had hoped. As I held this tiny piece of plastic in my hand, barely heavy enough to be noticeable, I couldn't help but feel foolish for spending money on this ridiculous thing. I always pictured a crested felldrake as a miniature t-rex but this mini reveals the creature as barely comparable to some pet dogs. I don't know, the whole thing was just ho-hum.
I don't collect/trade miniatures but I do use them in standard roleplaying. The Minotaur mini is arguably my favorite. First, the scale is impressive. The detail is exquisite - the intricate fur pattern, deadly weapon, and just plain awesome facial expression are unparalleled in their quality. The pose is classic and the presentation effective. If your players don't drop their dice at the sight of this thing...get new players! There aren't words to describe the impact this mini can have on game night. Five stars aren't enough. It demands play and evokes emotion rarely seen. This thing is awesome!
I don't collect/trade miniatures but I do use them for standard roleplaying. The thing I like best about the Scarlet Brotherhood Monk is that he is unarmed. I was hard-pressed to find a monk character that was not holding some sort of melee weapon (hey, designers, what's up with that?). His unarmed condition, and fierce pose, help make him versatile and visually appealing. The form design has nice detail but the paint job is a bit heavy-handed. The color scheme errs perhaps too far on the side of brightness (his yellow hair almost glows). Still, it's a good solid piece and a proper representation of a stereotypical monk.
I don't collect/trade miniatures but I do use them in standard roleplaying. The lizardfolk rogue is a great piece. The scale is perfect and the palette vivid. The detail of his form and pose are excellent. This is another example of quality work in the extreme. This piece has great versatility and its solid construction guarantees it'll stand the test of time. The detail and design work is of the highest quality. This mini will definitely enhance your game play.
I don't collect/trade miniatures but I do use them in standard roleplaying. The ettercap is a great mini. The quality of the detail can not be overstated, down to his mottled flesh, fearsome expression, and tiny spidery eyes. The vivid coloring is startling. This figure demands game time. It will wow your players. It is a wonderful addition to any collection.
I don't collect/trade miniatures but I do use them for standard roleplaying. This little kobold went to market, this little kobold stayed home... Just because a mini is small shouldn't mean that it's wimpy or uninspired. This one is. Not only that, but it is a complete waste of money. The kobold soldier (available in a different boxed set) is infinitely better designed and rendered. Alas, the kobold skirmisher just doesn't measure up. The concept is solid and I approve of the choice of weaponry, but this figure is tiny and simply unimpressive. It's so small that any real detail is lost and the whole thing just comes off as fragile. The paint job seems sloppy and the color choices questionable. There is a total lack of appeal in the mini, not only would my characters want to kill this creature, they'd want to punt it. Bottom line - this kobold is boring and worse than that - completely wimpy (even by low level standards).
I don't collect/trade miniatures but I do use them for standard roleplaying. The timber wolf mini is a good solid figure and has great usefulness in the game. Don't let the solid color fool you, there's plenty of quality shading and detail work. I especially appreciate the fierce expression. My complaint with this mini is in its pose. Rather than intimidating, it comes off more like a deformity. Strain your back, did you, pup? For this reason, I prefer the standard wolf mini regardless of its rather silly "wanna play fetch?" expression over this oddly shaped supposedly-superior cousin. Still, if you can get past the hump, it can be a useful tool to enhance game play.
I don't collect/trade miniatures but I do use them for standard roleplaying. The kenku sneak mini proves you can get a lot of bang for your buck. Despite its diminiuative size, this figure is richly detailed and awe-inspiring. The interesting pose, accurate equipment & clothing, and penetrating expression (right down to beady little eyes staring out from the cowl) are superlative! It strikes the proper amount of nervousness & respect (if not fear) into the players and doesn't fail to impress even upon close inspection. Best of all, you can buy a slew of these guys without going broke. Overall, a welcome piece to any collection!
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