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 judgedoug wrote:
I'd bet they're done by the same factory who does DUST, and we'd be looking at $14.99 ish for a 6-pack of models. (Maybe 19.99 to cover licensing costs)

I can't see any reason for them to use the DUST factory over their other existing manufacturer/s who already produce all of their other boardgame plastic stuff, like Descent, Talisman, etc etc. These don't seem to be modular/multipart like the DUST figures, with the AT-ST being a slight exception.

12thRonin wrote:
Are they the same sculpts as the old WotC game or are they new sculpts?

The old sculpts would be owned by WotC, not FFG, so I expect new sculpts.

RogueRegault wrote:
...like SoBS replaces Warhammer Quest.

Sorry to appear dense, but what is SoBS?

 AAN wrote:

RogueRegault wrote:
...like SoBS replaces Warhammer Quest.

Sorry to appear dense, but what is SoBS?

Maybe Shadows of Brimstone?

I haven't seen anything but the core set get any mention of a price point...its possible they haven't nailed it down to the dollar quite yet. I can imagine they will likely use the Decent expansion model to a certain extent...say 6 to 8 minis (good guys and bad) with new rules and a couple of new missions themed to the set...and then add licensing fees on top of that...so maybe $39.95? I can see the hero expansion packs (like Luke and Vader) being priced at $14.95 each...maybe a pack of 4 Storm Troopers (variant poses/weapons) for $19.85 (likely to be their best seller). Singles will likely be no less than $9.95.

 Azazelx wrote:

 judgedoug wrote:
I'd bet they're done by the same factory who does DUST, and we'd be looking at $14.99 ish for a 6-pack of models. (Maybe 19.99 to cover licensing costs)

I can't see any reason for them to use the DUST factory over their other existing manufacturer/s who already produce all of their other boardgame plastic stuff, like Descent, Talisman, etc etc. These don't seem to be modular/multipart like the DUST figures, with the AT-ST being a slight exception.

Models holding guns with gaps between their arms and chest, and large vehicles.

 Yonan wrote:
I wonder how articulated the AT-ST is. Probably not at all I imagine ; (

Do you remember MARX army men sets.... Battleground, Guns of Navarone, Jungle War........ Its like that, for Star Wars.

Has anyone seen the skirmish version demoed?

 judgedoug wrote:

 Azazelx wrote:

 judgedoug wrote:
I'd bet they're done by the same factory who does DUST, and we'd be looking at $14.99 ish for a 6-pack of models. (Maybe 19.99 to cover licensing costs)

I can't see any reason for them to use the DUST factory over their other existing manufacturer/s who already produce all of their other boardgame plastic stuff, like Descent, Talisman, etc etc. These don't seem to be modular/multipart like the DUST figures, with the AT-ST being a slight exception.

Models holding guns with gaps between their arms and chest, and large vehicles.

The former is easily done with normal moulds. Plenty of the PVC WotC SW figures were doing exactly that. Large vehicles might work differently though - but again, very possible in PVC or even more easily done using whioever does the X-Wing ships (though without paint).

I suspect the AT-ST would be pretty easy to convert if you wanted to change the pose.

Wait. Star Wars meets Space Crusade? Me likes.

Just in time for the new movies. Cant wait.

New releases annoucned: http://www.fantasyflightgames.com/edge_news.asp?eidn=5118

Oh cool! Expansion boxes for infantry. I wonder... oh... $14.95 for three rebel troops.

Ok then...

Do we know what scale the minis are going to be yet?

 H.B.M.C. wrote:
Oh cool! Expansion boxes for infantry. I wonder... oh... $14.95 for three rebel troops.

Ok then...

I think how the pricing is perceived is going to come down to how many minis you need to play the game. This looks more like 'skirmish/board game' sized, if so that isn't too bad (although realise there is going to be the temptation for some to use these to re-create Hoth and the like!)

I do like the look of some of those 'saboteurs' and the IG88 though!

 H.B.M.C. wrote:
Oh cool! Expansion boxes for infantry. I wonder... oh... $14.95 for three rebel troops.

Ok then...

That's roughly on par with other skirmish/board game small expansions, particularly once you account for paying for the license and that jacking up the price a bit. Space Marines are what, 4 bucks each for grunts?

 Pacific wrote:

 H.B.M.C. wrote:
Oh cool! Expansion boxes for infantry. I wonder... oh... $14.95 for three rebel troops.

Ok then...

I think how the pricing is perceived is going to come down to how many minis you need to play the game. This looks more like 'skirmish/board game' sized, if so that isn't too bad (although realise there is going to be the temptation for some to use these to re-create Hoth and the like!)

I do like the look of some of those 'saboteurs' and the IG88 though!

While I agree I'd also add that they'd be compared to X-wing prices as well at least for the character figs. $5 less for a much simpler one piece unpainted fig doesn't seem too much out of the pattern set by X-wing. I still personally am not interested but I don't feel like they're overpricing the stuff like I did when the Armada news came out.

I like everything about this game so far except the fact that each peon model has exactly the same pose....even the saboteur, two of the exact same model. I see they have cleverly placed each one at a different angle to make them look different. Ugh. I guess being a minis guy first....used to ranking up 40 to 50 individually posed and unique models in a unit...this mono-pose solution just chaps my hide.

 Fango wrote:
I like everything about this game so far except the fact that each peon model has exactly the same pose....even the saboteur, two of the exact same model. I see they have cleverly placed each one at a different angle to make them look different. Ugh. I guess being a minis guy first....used to ranking up 40 to 50 individually posed and unique models in a unit...this mono-pose solution just chaps my hide.

Don't ever buy Hero Quest or Descent.

Yeah, I'm itching for some Star Wars skirmish stuff, the scale is super appealing as it would be compatible with any other terrain I'm working on for 40k and Infinity.
The pose repetition is a bit of a killer though, especially with guys like the saboteur.
Price is fine honestly, maybe that's a horrible commentary on my warped expectations, but for a skirmish game, I'm ok with $5 rebel troopers.

Don't forget the cards and whatnot you get with those models as well. $15 for three models and cards to use them is not bad at all.

I also get the feeling this'll wind up like X-wing where you're expected to buy models you have zero interest in just to get specific upgrade cards.

The Rebel Transport being the worst offender.

Also have to wonder if they'll be coming out with a 2nd edition in a year or two that lets you use the campaign rewards cards in skirmish mode. I wasn't the only one on the FFG forums who'd have preferred a Necromunda style campaign to FFG's typical competitive tournament meta for the skirmish.

I'm more interested in the models to use with other generic systems, unless the skirmish mode turns out to be awesome.
The AT-ST is still wicked.
I'll be buying the veteran AT-ST and running it through a "destroy all the walls" mission to commemorate the epic frustratathon that is Star Wars Commander.

I do really like the idea of using the descent dice system for a miniature skirmish game, even if it's more like a boardgame still.

I've been testing out designs for a full tabletop miniature game using specialty dice like SWIA/Descent.

Although, the system does seem to be more of a constant damage that's tracked over time system. Compared to most wargames where it's 1 wound for most things and it's over.

It will certainly be interesting to see how the larger models - such as the AT-ST - compare with their WotC predecessors. For the infantry sized minis I have a feeling we are looking at something close to (Reaper) Bones quality. A bit better - and less spindly - than most of the WotC minis but still a bit soft and bendy for most people's liking.

Wayland have the Ally Packs up for pre-order, I have to retract my previous statement of the prices being reasonable. http://www.waylandgames.co.uk/fantasy-flight-games/star-wars-imperial-assault/cat_3191.html?utm_source=Wayland+Games+Ltd+List&utm_campaign=5b5b2f97d7-Fury_Kaosball_StarWars_Powered_NonEEA10_15_2014&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_78b62ac9ee-5b5b2f97d7-312762133

Why are Chewie, Han, IG88 and the Royal Guard all the same in USD from FFG, but Chewie is £5 more expensive over here while the AT-ST costs as much as the other infantry characters? I know VAT adds to the cost, but surely they've got Chewie and Weiss priced the wrong way around?

This game may just end up being too expensive for me after all.

EDIT: Something's really odd here, looking at it more. The character models have got a huge price bump from the RRP.

Han Solo, from FFG, is $9.95, which equates (when you add in VAT) comes to £7.47. The actual UK price, with Wayland's discount, is £11.69, almost 40% more again over the RRP+VAT.

The Rebel Trooper set is $14.95 from FFG, and in pounds with VAT comes to £11.96, and the asking price is about right for that. General Weiss is a significant discount over the RRP when converted, Chewie is about twice as much.

Anyone have any idea why this is so all-over-the-place?

Heh I feel that the tried and tested method of swapping the $ for a £ is at work here..

I think the problem is at this point we have (as far as I know) only the one retailer offering the game for pre-order.

Wayland are often very early with this kind of thing, it might be worthwhile waiting a month or two when it starts appearing on other sites, and then we can be assured that the GBP price is genuine.

I've been really excited about this since it was announced. Seriously can't wait.

Is Waylands release date to be trusted? February 27? I couldn't find anything on FFG's website. If that's the release date then there's plenty of time to put money aside, because I'm very much getting this.

Also, loving that they do IG-88!

It's a miniature game from FFG, so I wouldn't rely on dates to be anything more than 'no earlier thans'.