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I've been working on designing a game based off the Robotech/Macross series and I'm am getting close to having prototypes done for a complete line of minis. I could use some opinions on the game and if you're up for it some playtest data. This is set for 1/285 scale so the minis would be in the same scale as battletech.

I've made the rules available here: http://www.mediafire.com/?6bjnbqqn8hzpea8

This is still the first draft so feel free to point out mistakes or if stuff is missing. I don't mind criticism as long as it's helpful

I'll be doing all sorts of nice graphics and what not as I get this a bit more developed.

I've approached HG & Palladium with some of my designs which are being reviewed for liscensing, nothing concerete but they were very positive about the miniatures, so there's a chance it will see production.

Actually it's Studio Nue and Tatsunoko who own the rights to macross.

Bandai makes model kits, figures, and distributes films but they are under liscense from Tatsunoko. (Bandi owns Gundam however)

Since i'm looking to market these in the US I have to go through Harmony Gold, as they control the US based lisc and are also the reason the newer macross stuff is blocked from being imported here

I am working on models for each of the veritech configurations.

A few weeks ago I spoke with one of the guys at Palladium about the possibilities of working on a Robotech miniatures line. We went over a lot of costs and general ideas. They were open to the idea and want to look into things further. They did like the prototypes I'd pieced together so I was quite happy to hear that.

Tom Roache has also been in discussion with them in regard to his rules for Robotech Battles so if things go well it'll be a group effort to get something off the ground. In their March update posted yesterday Palladium publically announced that they are in fact reviewing doing a minis line (hell yes!)

● Rifts® (and Robotech®?) Miniatures. Carmen Bellaire and I also continue to discuss the feasibility of releasing a Rifts® and/or Robotech® miniatures game even if it's on a limited basis to start. Let us know whether you might be interested in such products.

● In addition to Carmen's efforts, Palladium has been approached by two different people about making a Robotech® miniatures game. We are currently entertaining the possibilities.

Original article is here: http://www.palladiumbooks.com/index.php/about-palladium/weekly-updates/589-palladium-booksr-weekly-update-march-1-2012

What they need to know is if gamers want such a product and if you'd be willing to buy Robotech Minatures should they be available. (instead let me ask who the hell wouldn't buy them???)

So please make sure to go on their forums and on facebook and leave them a comment saying hell yes I want those minis!

It's a long way from set in stone but it is very encouraging and a chance for people to express their interest. I believe a solid Robotech Miniatures game is long over due and would get a lot of notice if we can get the word out.


I've set up a facebook page to help gather support interest https://www.facebook.com/RobotechMiniatures

If this pans out it'd strictly be for the series under the Robotech billing, The stuff from DYRL and later series wouldn't be able to be used as they are not a property that's able be to be liscensed in the US.

The upside is that it'd allow for the macross arc stuff, southern cross, and mospeada invid invsion arc, so there's plenty to work with.

A pair of models with paint.