Visuals vs gameplay – cutting that fine line with terrain
Terrain can seem a bit double edged at times. The better it looks, generally, the worse it is to play a game on. A fully… Read More »Visuals vs gameplay – cutting that fine line with terrain
Terrain
Terrain is the third army on the table, so why is it neglected?
Wargamers will spend days, weeks and months lovingly crafting an army for their game of choice. They will spend hours researching colour schemes, painting techniques,… Read More »Terrain is the third army on the table, so why is it neglected?
Ponds & swamps
Let’s dive straight in. You will need MDF, polyfilla and sandpaper. I’m making 3 water features – 2 ponds and 1 swamp. 1. Make bases… Read More »Ponds & swamps
Flat hill
There are two basic types of hills in wargaming, flat or stepped hills and tapered hills. Flat hills are simply flat raised areas while tapered… Read More »Flat hill
Texturing terrain bases
Adding texture to a miniatures base is pretty simple – coat the base with PVA, dip it in some sand, done. This is fine for… Read More »Texturing terrain bases
Making a terrain base
This entry is part 1 of 2 in the series Core terrain skills Making a terrain base Texturing terrain bases Making a base for your… Read More »Making a terrain base
Terrain Review – Stonk Games’ Farm Hovel
Stonk Games’ “Hovel” Website:Farm Hovel Material of manufacture: 2mm MDF Detailing: Internal and external laser engraving of floors, walls and roof Price (March 2016): £ 8.50… Read More »Terrain Review – Stonk Games’ Farm Hovel