The main thing that makes this set a must have for the budding Warhammer Fantasy Battles enthusiast is that it contains all you’ll need to learn the game, with the added bonus of two starter armies: the Dwarfs and Greenskins.
Besides the various templates, measuring sticks and dice, you get a smaller, portable version of the rule book and a step-by-step guide that teached you the basics of the game via hands-on exercises. It’s a great value for all you get and, if you’re an Orcs and Goblins enthusiast like me, you’ll love all those great Goblin models to practice your painting on and add to your ever-growing army. Not sure if the hobby is for you? Stop by your local game or hobby store to watch a game, talk to some players or just get an issue of White Dwarf, the magazine by the makers of Warhammer, Warhammer 40K, LoTR and other great games.[yahooquestion]games+workshop[/yahooquestion]
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Vignettes for Training, Inc. is pleased to announce the repeat delivery of its famous “Scenario-based e-Learning Project-based Workshops.” The workshop is designed to help organizations improve e-Learning with the aid of immersive scenarios, games and emotionally-charged case studies that depicts real-life events and conditions. The SBL method helps immerse and engage the learners in the learning and application of ideas. “The e-learning games workshop evokes emotional involvement of the learners. Consequently, they understand and comprehend the content better.”
The challenge, however, is that SBL requires creative process and production skills which are not commonly found in e-learning developers, instructional designers, and subject matter experts. The SBL Project-based Workshop helps the participants learn the art and instructional design of SBLs as well as how to select and effectively manage the costs of expensive software and multi-media components. It will help participants complete the “proof-of-concepts” of their SBL projects.
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last Wednesday was almost as pointless and miserable feeling as this Sunday (what is it with me and wasting my days off???), but at least some good came of it!
this is 'Tiger', a Warhammer 40k "Pink Horror" Chaos Demon figure!
i painted him at my boyfriend's (who has been steadily getting me into this Warhammer thing), and it was so fun to just paint and relax!!
i'm going to paint an entire Pink Horror army in different colourschemes. i'm even going to do some in Sgt Pepper uniforms (Antony's suggestion).
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I purchased The Assault on Black Reach primarily for the rulebook, dice and templates that accompanied it- I figured I could pay $50 for the standalone rulebook, or $60 for the rulebook, dice, templates, and some additional models for my Spare Marine army. I also purchased a Black Templars Chapter Upgrade sprue set, with the intention of interchanging those parts with the parts in the Assault on Black Reach set.
When I opened the box, I was slightly disappointed. These models were not designed to be assembled in the way that most Games Workshop models are. There are no options for customization within the box, and the difference in assembly makes it nearly impossible to customize with other pieces. Were I building a Codex Space Marine army, such as the Ultramarines (the featured chapter on the box) this set would be just fine, and the lack of customization would not be particularly upsetting. However, the Black Templars are decidedly non-codex in their equipment and organization, and I was forced to make some rather interesting conversions.
Now, on the other hand, I recognize the accessibility that this box set provides as starter kit. It provides 2 non-customizable forces with set points values, evenly matched against each other, and it provides all the information and accessories you need to begin fighting with those forces. The models were mostly very simple to assemble, though the glue-less assembly does not work quite as well as advertised.
In summary- if you are building a non-codex army, and looking for a supplement to your forces and/or a new rulebook, I would suggest buying the parts individually. However, if you are new to Warhammer 40,000, I have not encountered a more comprehensive and informative starter set. This is definitely the set for you.
I bought it to get the rule book, templates and dice. I gave the models to new players
I bought this set because I was getting into warhammer 40k and because I needed more units for my Space marine army. I was worried that the construction would be sub-par but that wasnt the case. While you cant pose them in the variety of positions as the more expensive sets they are already posed in a variety of standard positions and the detail of the models are preserved. As summarized in the title this is a steal at the price because an equivalent army would cost an upwards of 150 dallors retail. If your considering this for a child I would recommend it for someone over the age of 10 because of the skill required to assemble the pieces properly(clippers, pocket knife or exacto-knife, and sand paper, and paint, recommended though not required) and learn the rules of the game which are still complex for a 20 year old such as I. If you do get this set for your child make sure he has someone to play with or have time yourself to invest in learning the game and perhaps help make and paint the models. So for veterans of the game looking for more models to add to their army or beginners looking to enjoy a new game this set satisfies all.
I bought this set as a way of showing a friend the hobby. The set is a perfect way of displaying the game system, as well as showcasing two of the bigger armies for the game. As a whole, the background for the game is a very rich, and expansive universe, but this starter set is an excellent way to ease someone into the war game miniature hobby.
There are a lot of sites on the internet explaining how to play the game, but in essence what you are buying are plastic toy soldiers. These toy soldiers need to be assembled with hobby glue, and then they are ready to play the game. The game itself uses a turn based system, where each player has a turn to move, shoot, and attack with his army. This is all controlled by using a tape measure and dice to determine the outcome. The rules can be a little complex at places, but the game system is set up to allow players to play at a level they are comfortable with, and incorporate more complex rules as they see fit.
Yes, the miniature war gaming hobby can be a little expensive. To get the most out of your toy soldiers, you will want to invest in some hobby tools such as clippers, as well as paints and brushes. The internet is full of websites showcasing the miniatures, and how to get the most out of them. The value in my opinion, exceeds the cost of the product, when you have a fully painted army that you created from gray plastic, ready to do battle against a friend’s army.
In the end, it must be reiterated that Warhammer 40k is a hobby. It is not simply a video game that will be replaced when a new one comes out. If you are interested in giving Warhammer a shot, then I highly recommend this set as a way to try it out.
Games Workshop produces many popular miniatures games WarHammer Fantasy “Battle of Skull Pass” is a good place to start for a gamer interested in conducting large battles in a fantasy setting; with modification could readily serve as guidlines for non-Games Workshop gamiing as well (ie D&D, etc).
The game is relatively complete and slowly introduces new players to its inherit mechanics. Included are two Armies, Dwarf and Goblin, dice, terrain, measuring sticks and a handy pocket-size rulebook. The figurines are reasonably detailed with robust features that make painting easy. Painting is additionally simplified by an included painting guide, that gives great tips to assemble and paint the armies rapidly.
The only things I can fault in this set are intentional faults; the game is point driven in that specific units have specific costs. There is no unit cost list provided; which means one must purchase the guidebook for each specific army to know the points value of a given army. Games Workshop miniatures are generally quite pricey, so additions to the included armies will be prohibitive. Games Workshop is often in the habit of completely revising rules and many items become obsolete in a year or two, requiring replacement of key items to stay current.
That being said at face value this is an excellent set, it may be cheaper to buy an additional copy of this game instead of trying to buy additional miniatures separately. The game includes many of the basic troops needed. The fanasy game undergoes fewer revisions and they are usually not as extreme as in other Games Workshop releases.
Our Games Workshop hobby development advisor (AKA guy in the warhammer shop) advised us (me and my eight year old son) to start our Warhammer hobby with this set. Our son attended a number of free hobby sessions in the shop, and started the process of painting the figures in the set.
While the kids can see the value in amassing their armies via this set, it has a number of advantages they perhaps don’t realise. Most importantly, it contains pieces that don’t require complex assembly. Secondly, the two armies have a standard set of colours for each of their troops, and therefore are relatively simple to paint. Thirdly, the armies can employ simpler strategies when it comes to finally putting them on the battlefield.
My role has been to cut out, clean up and glue the pieces together, followed by applying the black undercoat via a spray can application. This is an important additional requirement, as is the hobby starter set and a pot of metallic gold paint. My son then does the painting, providing him with a creative outlet. He gets a great sense of pride in completing the figures, and displays great patience in carefully painting each figure. He generally needs around half an hour for each one (accounting for distractions such as his younger brother).
Going back to the Games Workshop store has been very useful, especially in maintaining a relationship with the staff there, and seeing what the other hobbyists are up to – mostly teenage boys.
My eight year old hasn’t really developed much of an understanding of the rules yet, but he’s slowly getting there. He does enjoy learning about the game, and also about the fantasy world portrayed by Warhammer.
After nearly a month, he is in the home stretch for completing his painting and basing (that is adding terrain such as grass and rocks to the figure bases). From then on it will be interesting to see where his interest takes him.
The retail price of this set is normally $90 US at the time of this writing, yet the contents separately sell for about $130, so if you need all the models that come in this bundle deal it is a much better deal than buying everything in it separately. The multi-part models in this kit can be assembled in a variety of ways and poses. They provide many hours of creative fun assembling and painting them. Highly recommended.
I’ve collected and gamed with Space Marines and other Games Workshop products since 1994,but I’m giving up and boycotting my once-beloved hobby because of the way they treat their fans and customers:with disdain,indifference,and contempt. Poorly written rules? The geeks will buy anyway. Release a popular game like Space Hulk,Necromunda,or Warhammer Quest and then let it wither on the vine with no support. THEN,when fans create FAQs,new rules,and new scenarios for these OOP games,in fact raising brand value to the point that the re-print of Space Hulk sold-out!-THEN issuing a Cease-and-Desist to these fans to remove this content from the internet! Space Hulk only comes with 10 missions,but for the fans that created many more for the enjoyment of players,well,all that is gone.
Games Workshop seems to think that fan-created content is a threat,rather than the free-advertising I believe it to be,so I cannot support the company.
This game rocks it is the best game ever super.I love this game me and my boyfriends play it everyday super.I have alot of fun playing that game it is a good game for a really heavy gamer warhammer game it is cool ok who ever doesnt like it i will walk to there house and play with them my way …
The Lord of the Rings wipes the floor with any p.c games or wargame. The starter set includes everything you need to battle within 5 minutes. The book is awesome the pictures of the game makes you want to go out and buy more figures. The book has simple rules for beginners and advanced rules for experienced players. In the box you will find 48 plastic figures (24 Moria goblins 16 High elfs 8 Men of Gondor.) 4 dice a ruined building and a 128 page detailed instruction book are also included This is great for players aged 12 or above. The painting is extremely fun, i’m useless at art but the figures have turned out alright. Each figure stands about 28mm tall. I just can’t praise it enough. I have also ordered a paint set a Warriors of Middle Earth boxed set and the new boxed set Sauron the Dark Lord. I think this will make a great birthday or Christmas present for most people. Most of the figures available are high quality pewter, but the stater set, Warrior of Middle Earth and The Last Alliance boxed sets are plastic, this means you can get lots of figures relatively cheap they are still very duarable. I have given this 5 stars for educational because it teaches you not to underestimate your friend and helps you develop battle tactics. I have also given this 5 stars for fun because it is simply the best toy ever.
THis is by far the best game i have ever played. i have always desired to have more than cards in card games and now i have it! i think of it as a 3d card game. you collect more minarutures to expand your army. its exactly the hobby ive been searching for. The plastic models in this set break once in a while like when i put them in a box like the one that came with the stuff standed them up and my mom put stuff on top not knowing they were in there. or the time my dog ran off with a goblin. the metal ones hold to gether better and make you feel proud to look at after you paint them. i am 12 and have never played a game like this and the rules were a bit complicating. WARNING the miniratures are miniratures only about an inch tall. dont expect action figure size stuff(exept the balrog)
The Lord of the Rings table top war-game box set is an awsome buy for someone just getting started in the game. It gives you plenty of the Middle-Earth warriors to have hours of fun at a very good price. This game is a must for Tolkein enthusiastsand it can be enjoyed buy children as young as ten. This box set is a good buy particullarly for someone who may not know if they are going to like table top war-gaming. That way if thay do not like it that person did not waste too much money.
The only down side to this box set is that the peices are plastic and not metal. This means you will need to be a little extra careful with the peices. War-gamming is a hobby. Anyone with a little extra time would love this game.
No matter what YOU NEED TO GET THIS GAME to just try it out.