Tales of a Tabletop Skirmisher

All Spider-man Miniature Game rules

2017-03-12T20:01:00.000+00:00

As Knight have removed all of the Marvel content from their website, I am trying to gather it all together so people still have access to it.

Today is the rules for the Spider-Man Miniature Game. An expansion to the Batman Miniature Game.
The ones I have have found are not great quality but I will replace them if I find better ones.

The main rules sheets can be found on Dropbox HERE. Including all Traits and the Equipment lists.

Below are all of the character cards.
Click on them to view full size.

DC Universe gains Supergirl, Aquaman and Catwoman

2017-03-10T19:59:00.001+00:00

Knight Models have just posted up the new releases for the DC Universe Minis Game
Catwoman, Aquaman and Supergirl.
Catwoman is alos part of a new Multiverse line which will have rules for the DCU and the Batman minis game.
Check them out below.

There are also a few new tokens. Green Lantern, Yellow Lantern and Superman.

What do you think of the new DCU releases?
Will you be picking any up?

- Hendybadger

All Official Marvel Universe Models / Cards (Image Heavy)

2017-02-28T19:40:00.001+00:00

Hey there folks,
I have had a few people ask for a easy to read resource for the Marvel Universe game covering all the released Marvel models and rules.
Either for reference, collecting or planning.

Click on the image to bring it up full size.

The next 4, Venom, Loki, Thanos and Elektra had model releases before the game but the cards were never officially released.
These cards were discovered on the Knight Models website on the models pages.

For the sake of completeness, here are the released Team Cards.

These final 3 DID have models released by KM but did not get official rules.
These cards are apparently leaked rules from a play tester.
Goblin Knight and Superior Spider-Man did get rules for the Spider-Man Minis game.

Even More (and ALL) Marvel Universe Leaks!

2017-02-25T14:36:00.000+00:00

Hey there folks,
The MUMG Leaks profile the last cards came from was taken off of Facebook. Last night it was replaced with MUMG Leaksagain! (And since I saved these pics, that has been removed as well)

Here are ALL of the cars they posted last night along with the previous ones and those found on KMs website so they are all in one place.

As I have said before, all of these are VERY close to what I was testing when I was working with KM before December but most have had some tweaks and changes which leads me to believe these are updated and finished versions.

Enjoy!

Previoulsy posted......

From the Knight Models site.....

More Marvel Leaks - Silver Surfer and Captain Marvel

2017-02-20T20:22:00.001+00:00

The MUMG Leaks profile on Facebook has hit again over the weekend. This time with some Cosmic goodies in the form of Captain Marvel and Silver Surfer.

While these two never got models you could easily use the Ms Marvel from the Dark Avengers set and there are several Silver Surfers in the Heroclix range.

Again these are pretty damn close to the rules I was testing with KM a while back but look to be a bit more revised. I'd take these are official and final.

What do you think?

Good addition to your Cosmic forces?

Hendybadger

Mix Up Your Marvel Universe Teams

2017-02-18T19:00:00.001+00:00

Here's a little idea for mixing up your Marvel U teams now there will be no new releases.
Try them out and see what you think.

Quite a few have given this mixing a go now and no obvious balance issues have come up at all.
Thoughts?

Hendybadger

Marvel Rules for Doc Ock, Superior Spidey and Goblin Knight

2017-02-14T18:28:00.001+00:00

Over the weekend, these 3 cards appeared online from a Facebook profile called MUMG Leaks.
Rules for the final 3 metal KM models that never got a Marvel game release.

While I probably shouldn't say this, these rules are almost identical to the ones I wrote for KM and was playtesting up to a couple of months ago. There are a couple of changes which makes me think these are update final rules.
Probably from an annoyed staff member. Or could it even be KM themselves leaking them out?

With no more releases from now on, these are as official as you are going to get.
Give them a try and see what you think.

If any more appear, I'll get them up here as well.

Hendybadger

ALL Marvel Universe Cards to Download

2017-02-11T18:15:00.000+00:00

As Knight Models have removed all of the Marvel content from their website, I have posted ALL of the cards on Dropbox HERE.
Thanks to the MU Facebook group for putting these together.

Enjoy!

Hendybadger

Knight Models Drops Marvel!!!!!

2017-02-09T18:09:00.000+00:00

Sadly it's true.
Knight Models have dropped all Marvel related products from today onwards.

What are your thoughts?
Will you still play the Marvel game?

I know I will

As all the cards are now gone from the site, you can find them all in Dropbox HERE

Hendybadger

Is the Marvel Universe Game Dead?

2017-02-07T17:54:00.000+00:00

Is the Marvel game from Knight Models dead?
The question on many players lips at the moment. Especially those in the MUMG Facebook Group.

So, why do people think the game is done?

- The last official Marvel mini release was the Dark Avengers back in August.
- There were the Spider-man free download cards at the end of the year, but they have only been posted on here and still not on KMs site.
- KM have posted promo material for the Justice League movie, Lego Batman movie, Harry Potter and more. But nothing in several months about Marvel or any movies / series including the hit Dr.Strange.
- People started to ask on KMs Facebook page about Marvel and many of those comments were deleted. The other didn't get a reply.
- Fans then started to email KM directly. But responses have been very vague about Marvel and instead stated the game will continue with DC releases.

I worked on this game daily from at least 6 months before release up until 2 months ago. I can't even get a reply from KM.

Yes, the SuperHero Universe game is continuing with DC releases, but where does that leave those of us that are Marvel fans?
Those that have wanted a Marvel minis game for years, jumped right in when it stared and are now left in the dark?

You could argue "play DC instead". But if Star Wars X-Wing suddenly stopped and you told people to "play Star Trek instead" there would be absolute geek RIOTS!!!!!!!!

Gamers and comic /movie fans are some of the most passionate there are about their hobbies. Put them together in a licensed minis game and you get some of THE most dedicated fans you could ever find.
When they hear news and see releases monthly and then get radio silence for six months, they are going to worry.

What are your thoughts on this situation?
Have you heard anything on the topic?

I'll update when more is heard.

Hendybadger

Update 1 - KM have emailed a customer saying they will not be re-releasing the Loki and Venom models as the molds are too old.
Very odd after the official cards for those models, with models pictured, are on the KM website at the moment (on this blog a few posts back HERE)

Update 2 - Reports from a store that KM called them and told them Marvel is getting axed in favour of DC and Harry Potter. To be announced officialy next week and the Marvel side will get no more releases.

Update 3 8/2 - A very large and very reliable retailer has contacted me stating the same. KM no longer have the Marvel license.
I think all we are waiting for now is the official announcement from KM.

DC Universe Miniature Game - Green Lantern and Sinestro

2017-02-01T18:00:00.000+00:00

Knight Models February Releases - Riddler Crew, Green Lantern and More

2017-02-01T13:22:00.000+00:00

After a well deserved break in January, Knight Models have started the year with a set of fantastic releases for February.

DC Universe Miniature Game Releases

Green Lantern and Sinestro are two highly anticipated models. We are getting closer to being able to run the original Justice League with the addition of Green Lantern. All we need now is a Martian Manhunter model.

Both characters look to be very powerful and are the first options for either a Green Lantern Corps or Sinestro Corps team.

Batman Miniature Game Releases

Another highly anticipated release, the classic Riddler Crew is a nice alternative to the The Riddler and Bot Army, if you prefer a more classic look for your Riddler crew.

The first sidekick for the Riddler crew, Quelle is a perfect companion to the classic look of the new Riddler Crew.

Another less known Batman villain and a one time member of the Suicide Squad, let's hope the Electrocutioner is more of a challenge to Batman than their encounter in Arkham Origins.

Emperor Penguin is much more menacing alternative to either the original Penguin Leader or the Gotham TV Show Penguin Leader.

A cheaper way of expanding your Harley Quinn Crew.

Marvel Universe Miniature Game - Thanos, Loki, Elektra and Venom

2017-01-05T21:00:00.000+00:00

These character cards appeared just before Christmas, however they are subject to change as they have not been officially confirmed by Knight Models yet. Furthermore a Doctor Octopus was also mentioned, however a character card has not yet appeared. Once these cards become official I will add them to the team builder and links.

Update (06/01/17) Thanos' Titan Punch and Cosmic Rain have increased their damage by 1 each. Cosmic Rain's range has been increased from 8 inches to 13 inches. Finally Titan Beam has had the error removed from it's Spray range.

DC Universe Miniature Game - Black Adam and Lex Luthor Warsuit

2017-01-05T19:00:00.000+00:00

Knight Models December Releases - The Dynamic Duo, Black Adam, Lex Luthor and More

2017-01-05T16:38:00.000+00:00

These are the releases from Knight Models for December. They are available for purchase now from retailers and online.

DC Universe Miniature Game Releases

Black Adam and Lex Luthor Warsuit are the first standalone models for DC Universe Miniatures since the Trinity Box Set release in November. At 16 points, Black Adam is naturally going to be compared to Superman and Hulk and from a brief look over his rules he look more than a match for them.

At 11 points, Lex Luthor Warsuit looks to be a fantastic leader of an Injustice League team.

Batman Miniature Game Releases

Some cool new additions to the Batman Miniature Game this month. Firstly a new Batman and Robin with some great rules for using the two of them together but both could definitely be taken alone.

A new villain sidekick for Black Mask's crew and a lesser known villain from Batman's back catalogue. It is really cool that Knight Models recognise these lesser known heroes and villians.

A nice box set to add to your Law Forces crew, especially if you don't fancy the same old police officers.

A great way of expanding your Mr Freeze crew, finally released in November, without buying the whole box set again.

A really handy kit for determining light and explosion radiuses. It's extra nice that they include a template for 30mm and 40mm bases.

Hello

2017-01-05T11:29:00.000+00:00

Please allow me to introduce myself. My name is Beast.
After Ian decided to retire from this blog and the public gaming scene, I had thought about starting my own blog as a resource to all new and existing Superhero Universe and Batman Miniatures gamers.
However the more I thought about it, the more I thought that Tales from a Tabletop Skirmisher was already such a great place it would be a shame to let it gather dust. So I asked Hendybadger if I could continue this blog and very kindly he said Yes!
So I am writing this intro to give you some information on who I am and what I hope to achieve with continuing this blog.

Who Am I?

Most of my friends in the wargaming community know me as Beast so that is the name I will use on this blog. I started my journey into this fantastic hobby when I was 12 with Warhammer 40K and played on and off until around 2 years ago when I got completely hooked by the hobby again and started playing more seriously and much more often.
I currently own a Tau, Ork and Genestealer Cult army for Warhammer 40K, a Skaven and Orge army for Warhammer Age of Sigmar, and I hope to start a World Eaters Horus Heresy army in the near future.
Most importantly for this blog though I play both Good and Evil Avengers for Marvel Universe Miniatures Game and Justice League for the DC Universe Miniatures Game. I have a small Law Forces crew for the Batman Miniatures Game.
Friends of mine will tell you I love to play narrative games but I am not the best at painting. However I do plan to spend a lot more time on my painting this year.

What I Hope To Achieve?

Firstly and most importantly I want to maintain this blog as the number one resource for new and existing players from rulebooks and FAQs to new character cards and releases. Secondly I hope to do written reviews on individual models, teams and tactics. Lastly I hope in the far future to publish video battle reports too.

So let me finish by thanking Hendybadger for this opportunity, welcoming new players of these fantastic games and welcoming back existing players.

- Beast

So Long, and Thanks for all the Fish!

2016-12-02T15:02:00.001+00:00

As many of you know, for the last few years I have been doing all sorts in the gaming community and working with a few great games companies.
Admin, testing, writing, editing and more.

All of this was done in my spare hobby time but as of late it has taken up that and more. A bit too much really.
There have also been issues around like changes I haven't agreed with and even abuse from gamers including a petition and 100 comment thread calling me a "piece of shit" and more.

Seriously? It's games with toy soldiers! Not life and death! Chill Out!

This was then followed by a hack of my personal Facebook which ONLY went in to my FB groups and removed content.

I just want to play games and enjoy my hobby like everyone else. I really don't need all this crap just because I have been doing volunteer work on things I like and following rules put in place.

With all that in mind I have decided to retire from all of this 'public' gaming stuff.
I have left my admin and testing roles and will no linger be writing in magazines or one websites, including this one.
I will be keeping the links in the top bar updated when I can though as a lot of people use them as helpful resources.

Thank you to all of the readers of this blog over the last few years. Its been awesome!
Good luck in everything you do.

For the final time......

Cheers,
-Hendybadger

Official Batman Game to DC Universe Character Cards

2016-11-23T12:00:00.000+00:00

Last week, Knight Models posted up the new DC Universe Game rulebook. That's cool as it is. But something at the back of that book was even better.

24 Batman Mini Game > DCU Character cards!
This means that if you have any of the Batman Games characters, there's a good chance you will have the start of a DCU team, or even a whole team already!

As well as that there is even a Team Card for the Justice League.

You can see all the cards in this post or download them from the DCU Rulebook link in the top bar ^ or the Scribd app at the bottom of the post.

What do you think of all these?
Who will you be running?

Manual Dc Final by Ian Henderson on Scribd

- Hendybadger

Official Spider-Man Game to Marvel Universe Characters, Team Cards and New Scenarios

2016-11-21T12:00:00.000+00:00

You may have seen these last week but I thought they needed their own post.
Knight Models have given us here at ToaTS the Official Spider-Man Game to Marvel Universe Game character cards as well as some new Team Cards and a pile of Scenarios.

You can see them all in the images here, download them from the FAQ in the top bar ^ or in the Scribd app at the bottom of this post.

So there is Spider-Man, Punisher, Daredevil and Green Goblin along with Teams for the Mighty Avengers, Uncanny X-Men, Guardians of the Galaxy and Tony Stanks House Party Protocol.
As well as Scenarios for the Infinity Stones, Siege and more.

What do you think of these new additions?

FAQS-EnglishNovemberMarvelb by Ian Henderson on Scribd

- Hendybadger

New DC Universe Rules, Marvel Updates, Scenarios and Character Cards!!!!!

2016-11-18T16:56:00.001+00:00

Knight Models have just posted up TONS of stuff for the SuperHero Universe Games.

These new files (linked below) include the DC Rules with new scenarios and 24 Batman Game to DCU character cards and a team card.
Marvel FAQ, new rules updates, new scenarios, character updates Spiderman to MCU character cards and team cards.

Marvel V3 Rulebook (Product Data Sheet)

Marvel Rules Update - Character update, new Scenarios, Spidey, Punisher, Green Goblin, Daredevil and team cards.

DC Rulebook - (Product Data Sheet) Including over 20 Batman Game character cards for DCU

You can check out peoples thoughts and add your own the the official KM SuperHeroes Facebook Group

Everyone below gets cards!!!

Marvel / DC Team Builder Update

2016-11-17T11:06:00.000+00:00

Hey there folks,

Just a quick one to let you all know that I have now update the Marvel and DC Universe team builder post to include the new Batman vs Superman Justice League set.

You can find it HERE or in the links at the top of the page ^

Let me know if you spot any mistakes or anything I have missed.

- Hendybadger

Batman vs Superman Trinity Rules for DC Universe

2016-11-13T12:00:00.000+00:00

Hey folks,
With this new BvS set being the launch of the DC side of Knight Model's Superhero Universe, I thought I would point out a couple of things on the rules sheets.
(which have now been added to the Team Builder HERE)

First off, these model will work with the Marvel Universe rules already released. But I expect there will be an add on to add a few things before release on the 17th.

Below you can see the cards for this Level 40 starter set. They are also on the KM site under "Product Data Sheet"

There are a couple of little changes to the Marvel cards you may have seen already.

The Endurance Bar at the bottom is obviously Blue at the end and not Red. If the MU rules refer to the Red section, it means Blue for DC models.

The Supernatural symbol (third defense) has changed. The MU cards had Dr Strange's Eye of Agamotto. DC have a a similar symbol but they are counted as they same thing for play.

Wonder Woman has an Indestructible Shield that is very similar to Captain America's Shield Block.
You will notice this doesn't have a range though so can only be used on herself.

In Superman's Skills there is a new one called Energy. Not sure what this is yet but I expect it to be on new DC rules (Or the addition) in the near future.

The crystal on Batman's Grande Launcher and Superman's Weakness is Kryptonite!

The Affiliation is Blue for Hero and the Justice League symbol for what I expect to be Metahuman.

I think that's everything for now.
If you have any questions, post them below.

What do you think of this team?

- Hendybadger

Knight Models November Releases - BvS, Freeze, Flash Villain and More!

2016-11-11T11:00:00.000+00:00

Knight Models have posted up a huge release for November. All sorts of goodies due for release from the 17th.

First up is the Batman vs Superman Trinity Starter for the DC Universe Minis Game. Coming in at 40 Lvls they will be great to face some of the Marvel Universe teams until more DC come along.

Next is something fans of the Batman Minis Game have wanted for a loooooooong time.
A very cool looking Mr Freeze starter from Arkham Knight. It even has a hockey stick henchman as a nod back to the best movie EVER, Batman and Robin!!!!

For fans of the CW Flash and Legends of Tomorrow series, there is Heatwave / Mick Rory and Captain Cold / Leonard Snart.
Heatwave is a general villain Free, as is Cold, but Cold can also be used as a Mr Freeze Sidekick. Maybe along side Killer Frost?
To top it off they also have the Teamwork rule between the two of them, as they should.

The Suicide Squad box gets new additions as well. Rick Flag to lead the Squad and a set of Q Workshop dice with Squad member themed faces.

Far almost as long as people have wanted Freeze, they have also wanted a Sidekick for Bane.
Now hes here in the form of Bird with a set of Mercs to aid him.

Below there are also a selection of tokens, counters and templates for your new goodies.

So, what do you think of this release?
Which ones stand out for you?

New Batman FAQ and Tournament Rules

2016-11-09T10:00:00.000+00:00

Knight Models have recently update the FAQ and Tournament Rules for the Batman Miniature game.
Both can now be found on the KM webite under the Batman Rules section as free downloads.

Just go to the page a click on the link called "Product Data Sheet"

Or.... find them here.

FAQ is HERE

Batmatch Tournament Rules are HERE

Anything stand out to you as a big change?

- Hendybadger

A Harry Potter Minis Game?

2016-11-05T12:00:00.000+00:00

Yes, that's right.
Knight Models are working on a Harry Potter minis game for release next year.

What are you hoping to see?