Nov 1, 2025 | Chronicle, New Mini News
Relicblade has announced an impressive new addition to their fantasy skirmish range — the Hard Plastic Battle Pigs, a fresh multi-pose kit that brings durable plastic to their previously metal model line.
TL;DR
The new Relicblade Battle Pigs kit is the game’s first release in hard plastic, offering hobbyists:
- High-quality multi-pose pig warriors with customizable parts
- Easier conversions and lighter models for gameplay
- A big step forward for indie miniature production
Pig Power on the Tabletop
With the new hard plastic Battle Pigs, Relicblade is shifting the game’s production toward a more modern standard — offering the same gritty detail of his sculpts, but in a format that’s easier to assemble and modify.
Each Battle Pig sports the trademark mix of humor and brutality that defines Relicblade’s world: muscle-bound boar warriors in patchwork armor, brandishing cleavers and axes. The hard plastic format allows for dynamic posing, weapon swaps, and potential cross-kit customization with other miniatures — making them appealing even beyond the Relicblade system.
Skirmish-Ready for Any Game
For players using the Gangfight Skirmish Game System, these Battle Pigs can easily form the core of a savage warband in Chronicle, our fantasy setting. Their bulky frames make perfect stand-ins for Heavy or Leader characters — brutal melee specialists or mutant enforcers from the darker corners of the world.
The move to plastic could also open doors for broader distribution and accessibility, signaling a new era for indie wargames where small creators can stand shoulder-to-shoulder with major brands.
No firm release date has been confirmed yet, but fans can follow the official Relicblade site for updates and preorder announcements.
Oct 31, 2025 | First Strike, New Mini News
The apocalypse has arrived—Spectre Miniatures just dropped their long-awaited Outbreak line, a full set of miniatures designed for tense urban survival skirmishes. The release includes survivors, elite task force units, and terrifying zombie hordes, giving players everything they need to stage modern horror encounters right on the tabletop.
TL;DR
Spectre Miniatures has launched a new Outbreak series including:
- Survivors and Task Force units for small-squad play
- Zombies and Task Force Zombies for undead combat scenarios
- Perfect for modern, post-apocalyptic, or Gangfight-style skirmishes
The End Is Here — And It Looks Fantastic
The Outbreak range offers five distinct packs: Outbreak Survivors, Task Force Survivors, Task Force Zombies, and standalone Zombie packs—each sculpted with Spectre’s signature realism and gritty detail. These figures are perfectly suited for street-level firefights, quarantine-zone missions, or desperate last stands in ruined city blocks.
Each pack is available now through the Spectre Miniatures webstore, expanding the company’s modern warfare lineup into a full-blown survival horror sandbox. The crossover potential is huge—fans can mix Outbreak units with Spectre’s existing forces for covert operations gone horribly wrong.
Skirmish Relevance — Perfect for Gangfight Scenarios
For players using the Gangfight Skirmish Game System, the Outbreak range is ready-made for narrative campaigns. Survivors can slot in as Mavericks or Lawmen, while Task Force units fit right into a First Strike paramilitary force. Zombies, of course, make for ideal cursed adversaries—fast, disposable, and relentless.
With just a few packs, you can build multiple themed warbands or run narrative missions like “Containment Breach” or “Extraction Point.” It’s gritty, cinematic, and terrifying—everything skirmish gaming should be.
Oct 30, 2025 | Chronicle, New Mini News
Para Bellum Wargames has unveiled The Nepenthe Campaign, a massive narrative event that gives Conquest: The Last Argument of Kings players the power to influence the ongoing lore of Eä. But there’s more here than a global story—this set is a treasure trove for skirmish fans, especially anyone building custom Chronicle warbands for Gangfight.
TL;DR
The Nepenthe Campaign adds map-based global play to Conquest, letting players’ results shape official lore. It also includes diverse miniatures perfect for Gangfight conversions.
- Participate in a living campaign for Conquest and First Blood
- Each faction’s victories alter the world map and unlock new lore
- Fantastic source of models for custom Gangfight: Chronicle warbands
Conquest Meets Global Storytelling
The Nepenthe Campaign is a community-driven event where every recorded battle influences the story’s outcome. Players log their games on Para Bellum’s official website, with the combined results determining the shifting control of regions across Eä’s Nepenthe frontier.
Each faction earns new narrative chapters, world events, and lore entries—turning this into a truly living campaign. Para Bellum is encouraging players from both The Last Argument of Kings and First Blood to join, with updates rolling out weekly.
For skirmish enthusiasts, this release also doubles as a model goldmine. Conquest’s hard plastic kits are highly modular, with detailed human, alien, and monstrous designs that slot beautifully into Gangfight’s Chronicle setting—a world where steampunk relics, mutated knights, and ancient horrors collide.
Chronicle Crossover Potential
If you’re building forces for Gangfight: Chronicle, The Nepenthe Campaign packs a wealth of creative potential. The heavily armored Dweghom and Spire biomancers make perfect Leaders or Specialists, while Nords and Hundred Kingdoms infantry can easily form balanced warbands straight from the box. With just one or two Conquest sprues, you can assemble multiple Chronicle gangs—each with their own unique aesthetic and lore roots tied to Eä.
Conquest models fit naturally into the broader Gangfight system, whether you’re creating elite explorer teams, demonic cults, or rogue knights. Their tall scale (38mm) also allows for cinematic conversions and character-level storytelling—exactly what Chronicle is all about.
You can explore The Nepenthe Campaign and all available Conquest sets on Para Bellum’s official store.
Oct 29, 2025 | Aeon, Crowdfunding, New Mini News
The gladiators of the far future have entered the ring. Doom Arena, the latest tabletop project from Modiphius Entertainment, is now live on Kickstarter—offering players a brutal mix of tactical skirmish combat, deck-building strategy, and cinematic sci-fi flair.
Quick Summary (TL;DR)
- Publisher: Modiphius Entertainment
- Game Type: Tactical skirmish board game with miniatures
- Status: Live on Kickstarter now
Arena Combat with a Sci-Fi Edge
Doom Arena pits teams of cybernetically enhanced warriors against one another in a televised bloodsport, blending strategic positioning with card-driven abilities. Players can upgrade fighters, deploy environmental hazards, and battle for fame, glory, and survival. The miniatures previewed show Modiphius’ usual high quality—detailed sci-fi sculpts that look ready for both painting and customization.
The game offers modular boards, dynamic objectives, and streamlined combat designed for 30–60 minute matches—ideal for fans of fast, cinematic gameplay. It also includes solo and co-op modes, allowing players to face off against AI-controlled opponents or join forces for arena challenges.
For Skirmish Fans and Gangfight Players
Skirmish gamers will feel right at home here. Doom Arena’s gladiators could easily double as mercenaries or specialists in a Gangfight warband—cyber-gladiators from the far future making a pit stop in the streets of Aeon. Modiphius’ miniatures are known for being scale-compatible with 32mm wargames, giving them crossover appeal for hobbyists and converters alike.
Where to Learn More
The Doom Arena Kickstarter campaign includes stretch goals for new fighters, arenas, and a narrative campaign expansion. Hit the button below to explore the project, gameplay videos, and pledge options!
Oct 29, 2025 | Hobby Stuff, New Mini News
Vallejo has just announced a brand-new addition to its hobby lineup: the True Metallic Metal (TMM) paint range. Designed for miniature painters and scale modelers who love realistic metal finishes, this new line aims to make achieving natural metallic effects easier and more consistent than ever.
TL;DR
Vallejo’s True Metallic Metal range is a new set of high-pigment acrylics for realistic metallic effects.
- Designed for smooth application and rich coverage
- Offers authentic metal tones with natural shine
- Ideal for both brush and airbrush work
Metallics That Shine Like the Real Thing
The new True Metallic Metal range is built to give painters a natural metallic look without the need for complex layering or non-metallic metal techniques. Each color is formulated for smooth application, intense pigmentation, and a realistic finish that captures light beautifully. Vallejo describes the paints as “true metallics” because they retain a metal-like gleam while still being fully water-based and easy to clean.
These paints are perfect for painting weapons, armor, and machinery — whether you’re highlighting the gleam of a knight’s sword or the dull plating of a war mech. The range includes multiple tones, from bright silvers to deep bronzes and aged iron, ensuring hobbyists have the flexibility to match any aesthetic.
Why It Matters to Skirmish Gamers
For skirmish game painters, True Metallic Metal paints open up faster, more vibrant workflows. Instead of spending time blending metallics or experimenting with complex mixes, players can achieve stunning results straight from the bottle — a major win for anyone painting multiple squads or display pieces.
With Vallejo’s reputation for reliability and consistency, the new line is expected to become a staple in painting stations worldwide.
In short: Vallejo’s True Metallic Metal range brings professional-grade metallic finishes to hobbyists of all levels — no alchemy required.
