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Glad to see the starter army ideas

I know the thinking behind going in to a shop and picking up a blister pack of minis (a feeling that many of us feel fondly about), but until KS launches on Occulus Rift or whatever the feeling just ain't going to be the same

Think I'm going to get Veridians but can't decide on an opposing force yet..

The starter armies are really smart! Those tanks are just massive compared to the infantry size.

The troops on the bases look so out of place. The bases are twice the size they need be just looks wrong. The pay more to fill your base is a joke right ?? Lol

And hate tanks on bases
Some nice designs for the models but not sure the rules will be much cop fingers crossed

I don't mind the infantry spacing, really. Epic bases have always felt a bit crowded to me and so the larger spacing pleases the eye. And clearly there's many different kinds of units using that space in different ways. Plus there's room if you wanted to get a bit more scenic with your basing, or to make sure there's no fragile bits overhanging for transport. Indeed, with a standard base size, transport solutions become rather more straightforward.

10penceman wrote:
The troops on the bases look so out of place. The bases are twice the size they need be just looks wrong. The pay more to fill your base is a joke right ?? Lol

And hate tanks on bases
Some nice designs for the models but not sure the rules will be much cop fingers crossed

Hey there,

The bases actually serve a function within the game.

We have designed some add on sets to add some 'flavour' to the bases as well, it allows for modellers to make each base of models a miniature diorama, if they fancy it.

Speaking of which, you can check the quality of the game rules on our website www.ageoftyrants.com for free.


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Okay, there have been some more updates as I slept overnight...

First off, more heroes have been unlocked! These are KIckstarter Exclusive!









Next up, exciting news... We have unlocked the CLAUs...

Here's some of the concept art, to whet your appetite before seeing the models...





Here's the figures.





There is still the VA3A CLAU to be unlocked...

I saw the CLAUs on the Kickstarter and was wondering if they were new! They look really cool and break up the infantry nicely

Sorry if it's obvious, will they be metal or resin?

I believe they are metal, like the infantry.

I'll ask John and confirm.

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1520354196/age-of-tyrants

The link is above.

The tanks in this system looks so incredibly good.

two competing 6 mm game systems, each with rad minis, generating considerable funding on KS for a niche genre.
Very exciting times. This is going to be a difficult choice.

6mm sci-fi has been overlooked for a long time, despite the potential. Epic used to be GW's third core game alongside Warhammer and 40k back in the 90's.

Epic Armageddon was a masterpiece that never got much support and was dropped after a year or so.

Tried to get into DZC, but just not the game for me, 6mm massive-scale armies with simple rules and an order system is more my cup of tea.

I'm looking forward to using the minis for 6mm Warpath too (Mantic will be releasing rules for 6mm, but no models) think I can easily make Asterians out of Syntha (I used Urban War Syntha as Asterians for Deadzone for some time), VASA for Enforcers, and Viridians or Junkers as GCPS. I like the look of VASA and Syntha the most currently.

 scarletsquig wrote:


Tried to get into DZC, but just not the game for me, 6mm massive-scale armies with simple rules and an order system is more my cup of tea.

I'm looking forward to using the minis for 6mm Warpath too (Mantic will be releasing rules for 6mm, but no models) think I can easily make Asterians out of Syntha (I used Urban War Syntha as Asterians for Deadzone for some time), VASA for Enforcers, and Viridians or Junkers as GCPS. I like the look of VASA and Syntha the most currently.

Yes DZC has great models but that also was not the game for me.

ThE Warpath rule set is a good point.

I'm getting two factions from this KS because even if the rules don't end up trumping other systems, I can use these excellent sculpts with so many different games.
I really like some of the models on this, even tho I find the tanks in general the strongest factor. they are superb IMO.

For those of you that have investigated, how do you feel about the rules on this one?

We're going to be filming a quick video with Hairy Gamers, which will give you a chance to see the gameplay, warts and all!

We're also working on some animations, but these are taking a little longer than we hoped, due to Rene (our amazing Dutchman) having a 'proper job' taking up his time too.

I just posted a whole buttload of renders for the CLAUs.


http://www.ageoftyrants.com/index.php/forum/previews/79-viridian-clau


http://www.ageoftyrants.com/index.php/forum/previews/78-vasa-clau


http://www.ageoftyrants.com/index.php/forum/previews/77-syntha-clau


http://www.ageoftyrants.com/index.php/forum/previews/76-junker-clau

Very cool, thanks for the pics KRakarth! Could I ask if you are you the sculptor

yep I am. Glad you like them.

 rob_alderman wrote:

10penceman wrote:
it allows for modellers to make each base of models a miniature diorama, if they fancy it.

Exactly what I'll be doing. I haven't gotten into 6mm yet, but making a ton of awesome little mini Diorama's is going to be wicked fun.

 KRakarth wrote:
yep I am. Glad you like them.

VERY impressive sculpts, best wishes on the KS.

Just a heads up everyone, I made an Age Of Tyrants reddit sub, still a WIP!

Reddit.com/r/ageoftyrants

 ntdars wrote:
Just a heads up everyone, I made an Age Of Tyrants reddit sub, still a WIP!

Reddit.com/r/ageoftyrants

Cool I'll check it out when I have time.

Free faction deck unlocked, Eager to see the dynamics on these.

Right then folks, loads more news.

First up, how to build a Junkers Company. An article written by Mark Brendan and hosted on Beasts of War. It's clean cut, simple and even includes an animated video on how to do it in a nutshell. Also introduces how to use the cards.
http://www.beastsofwar.com/age-of-tyrants/build-junkers-company/

Next up, we've introduced some multiplayer bundles, especially for the Clubs.









We've also made some how to play the game videos! Huzzah!







We've also had a FANTASTIC interview with Chilling Wargamers, covering loads of content. It was great fun, really relaxed and easygoing - so apologies if it's long winded at times, but we do genuinely cover a lot.





Finally, we have unlocked the Printed rulebook for all Pledge Levels of Level 2 and up for FREE!

Good information, however I think an over £100 two player starter set with no access to stretch goals is an... Interesting proposal.

Sorry for the quiet spell, guys.

It's a poor excuse but I've been a little busy, so struggled to stay on top of things.

First thing I want to cover is the death of our friend and colleague, Wayne England. I think John summarised this the best in his update.



Many of you will already know of the passing of Wayne England yesterday. It came as a terrible shock to all of us and, even now as I write this, it’s still hard to imagine.

Since Wayne was a partner in this project, as well as the lead artist and concept designer, I think it appropriate to say a few words.

I have had the good fortune to work with Wayne over the last couple of decades, we was a genuine guy, who loved what he did. He didn’t suffer fools gladly and was never afflicted with an artist’s pretensions, he was down to earth, keen to see that his clients got what they wanted and above all professional. He was a dream to work with, with an easy, relaxed and engaging manner.

We both worked together on developing the look of Age of Tyrants over the past 5 years, he was instrumental, prolific and inspired. Deep down he was always a Junker, those B&W concepts he did are SO Wayne, he needed absolutely no direction, they were already in him.

And he was my friend.

No words can console the loss of a loved one and our thoughts are with Victoria and his family, all that I can say at this time is that he was admired, respected and loved by all of us.

I’ll leave you with one of the last emails I got from Wayne, just after our project was funded.

“We Are The Champions..WAAOOOOOOT”

Something Wayne wanted us to do, before the project started, is share his fantastic artwork with the world. That's why our Early Bird Pledges generally contain original pieces of artwork. We would really like to honour him, by seeing all of these snapped up by the community. Do check out the project and see if you can grab one of his original art pieces for this project.

From my own heart of hearts, I am gutted. The guy was a genius and an absolute gent. He was utterly awesome and a gentle person. He cared deeply about those around him. I miss him so much.

We've also had some gameplay videos appear in the community...







Oh and Mark Laiman has done an awesome time lapse of sculpting the new Junkers Vulcan Bomber...




We've also added a whole boatload of scenery from Brigade Models!

Check it all out on Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1520354196/age-of-tyrants

Cheers for the reddit sub Regular Dakkanaut

Glad to see this one come back on the radar especially after the loss of a friend for the creators. My condolences.

It looks like from scrolling through the updates the project is slightly bigger than 6mm, maybe more like 8? And that kickstarter page is now very dense. It's not clean or clear after all the changes. And I'm still concerned about retail pricing or prices vs competitors.

I mean glad it has funded, and congratulations and all, I think with some forethought and research it could have funded better. Unless the last 5 days are overwhelmingly positive.

Okie dokie, more news from the front.

We reached the character limit on Kickstarter, so John's had a play with it and made it all a lot simpler for you guys.

We're proud to introduce our 2 player starter sets!





We are also offering all our models as single bases for those of you that are more interested in painting and collecting than gaming.



We've also unlocked the template set too.

Just wondering how many people from Dakka Dakka are on this Project?

Also what factions have you gone for?

For me it is Junkers first then Viridians.I went in at level 3 and added a bit as items became unlocked.

John's idea for the Junker unit add on for £3 is so that they look just like he imagines them to like Romans.I can see that too as the are really a close combat orientated force.The only
thing missing now are the Dune Buggies.

It is great to have seen what is in the pipeline as more money goes into the KS.Unlocks at every £500 and some free items later on too.The casualty sets will be great to add more variety to your bases and terrain too.The tank crews look good too.Love the VASA tank riders (very Soviet).

I also think i will have to get some of each factions Clau's.

Being able to buy single bases and tanks now will be good for people wanting to use them in other games or playing Void in 6mm.I know some have done this with 40K.

The VASA CLAUs (that look like Gundams) and the Syntha tanks (that would fit right in with the PHR from Dropzone Commander) are what's really drawing me to this KS. I have no nostalgia for the Void universe or Epic 40k as a game as I wasn't a gamer at the time. So while getting the game ruleset as an extra would be cool, it's really not a priority for me. The two player starter is very attractive for the cost, having two factions that I want, rulebook and tokens and the really neat dice. But my desire for a Syntha full armored company is a dampener on me buying in at that pledge level. I wonder how much it would be to "upgrade" the Syntha half of the two player starter.

Also the Sandrunners are cool. I need 6mm camel riders. *Everyone* needs 6mm camel riders.

@Bocatt

You could go for the level 3 pledge there are some Early Bird one's still available.That would give you plenty of options for getting a good sized force for Syntha and a few options to get some other platoons like Camel riders .You also get a few free things with this pledge and a piece of Wayne England art too.

haha Manic_miner doesn't work for us, I swear! Though, he probably should...

Yeah, he's right though. The Starter Boxes are a great deal, but you can essentially make them youself if you fancy Armoured companies instead. It will just cost a little bit more.

The starter sets are a great intro to the game and rules.There are card tokens for the different factions available to down load and use with the rules which are online too.That way you can get an idea of how things work.

Looks like the KS is starting to rise which is great new's for the guy's behind it all.

This will mean more un-locks which in-turn means that i need to find more money .

Looking forward to getting the Casualties and Tank crew's.They will make great additions to the range.