It’s a bit early for the Friday Update… and a bit late for the Mid-week update.
But since we have a number of items in, here is a quick lowdown on what has made it in.
Fireforge Games – Aries of Islam : Berber Infantry
24 multipart Berber Infantry figures, able to built as swordsmen with shields or bowmen.
Worthington Games – Pax Pamir
This game for 1 to 5 players examines the politics and power in nineteenth century Afghanistan. Plays work to create coalitions to create a new state which can withstand the assaults of it’s enemies. Originally released in 2015, this new version adds new components and updated game play with new strategic challenges. Ages 14 and up. Plays in 45 minutes to 3 hours depending on number of players.
GMT Games – The British Way : Counterinsurgency at the End of Empire
latest of the COIN series games is actually four different games in one covering Palestine 1945-47 where Jewish insurgents attempt to create an independent Jewish state, Malaya 19478-60 as Communists try to wrest the country from the British, Kenya 1952-56 where the Mau Mau try to gain land and freedom and Cyprus 1955-59 as the National Organization of Cypriot Fighters attempt to merge with Greece and escape the rule of Britain. Explore the colonial ‘emergencies’ and responses as each scenario pits the locals against the Empire in a fight for freedom.
GMT Games – Seas of Thunder Global Naval Warfare 1939-1945
2 players compete for naval supremacy during World War 2. Seven different scenarios cover early or late war periods along with a campaign which cover the entire time period. Both ATlantic and Pacific theaters are covered and ship functions as well as task force composition make the difference between success and failure. Battleships are powerful, but vulnerable to submarines and air power. Carriers and can strike targets without warning but poorly executed attacks leave them vulnerable. Submarines can cripple or destroy almost any surface ship, but ASW patrol can send them to the ocean floor. Scenarios range from about 2 hours in length to the campaign which takes around 12. Medium-Low complexity, high solitaire suitability.
WizKids Games – Dungeons & Dragons Onslaught Scenario Kit : The Benefactor
Designed to supplement the Harpers vs Khentarmin core set, this scenario challenges you to clear a pack of Kobolds from a local dungeon. But can the people asking you to do this be trusted? The Cave Defenders pack as well as the Beholder and Bulette miniatures packs are suggested to add to your experience.
Wizkids Games new Avengers 60 sets
Cosmic Characters, Hydra Four, Avengers and more. 64 different figures in this new set.
Avengers 60 Play at Home Kit – Three new Play at Home kits:
Hulk – new Hulk figure and Thunderbolt Ross Legacy card.
Captain America – new figure and Legacy Card
Iron Man – new Iron Man figure and Iron Doom Legacy card.
Heroclix Iconix – Captive Hearts Wolverine
Wolverine figure with special base and card.
Wargames Illustrated – two new issues
#425 – What a Cowboy, FrancoPrussian War, Hammerhead 2023 painting conest coverage Speedpaint 2.0 review and more.
#426 – Salute 50 coverage Vikings vs Saxons diorama, Billhooks and Boathooks Medieval naval rules and a bunch more.
DMDave Publishing – four new publications
BadgeQuest – a complete horror RPG.. with Cookies!
Join the Brave Blossoms who are working to make the world a better place – one cookie at a time. Create a scout character and solve mysteries to help earn badges and level yourself up. 20 different mysteries are included in the book along with tips on how to create your own campaign of adventure, friendship and cookie-hawking.
Forest of Peril – a 5e Forest Themed Campaign Setting
The Forest of Peril transports players to a world of ancient trees, hidden groves, unique settlements and magical creatures. The campaign is suitable for players between levels 1 and 10 and includes 5 adventures with thrilling battles, unique challenges and immersive stories.
Just Passing Through : 20 small villages for any Fantasy RPG
A 90+ page No-Time-to-Prep supplement gives you a full color map and basic background for the village along with important NPCsas well as random encounters. Also included are extra tables for names, other encounters and more.
Just Passing Through : 12 Mid-Sized Towns for any Fantasy RPG
This system agnostic collection gives you a map and write up for each town as well as NPCs, population, commerce, leadership and more. Includes extra tables for names, ship encounters, taverns and more. A handy No-Time-to-Prep supplement.