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Egg Clutches are available for add-on with the kickstarter. I'm not yet fully versed in the rules for the mini, but I'll throw this out there: how many Egg Clutches do you plan to pick up initially?

I'm going to grab some of the excellent base-coat spray primer colors from Army Painter when my beasties arrive. One on top, one under belly, then wash and blend. completely unsure of the color combos I will choose, however. Do any of you look at these critters and know what you are going to attempt to make them look table-worthy?

Ushering fourth eliminated units, rather than spawning new ones, is a thankfully wise choice from the Wyrd design team. You are spot-on in your sentiment I feel. We will be painting more models than some other factions, but there is always an end in sight verses the summoning approach in other systems.

On the note of demos, I am opting for Gibbering vs. Abyssinia. I think that is both an aesthetic and play-style contrast that will shine when juxtaposed on the table.

If you want additional information on the game, and an overview of mechanics, the new Cheated Fates podcast features an interview about ToS. This episode just went live recently. Discussion contains numerous details, thoughts on community and play testing, as well as exclusive information about ways to win a match of The other Side. Definitely check it out. My kitchen is now spotless and my pledge increased.

Just for the record, being pre-assembled actually may allow me to purchase another force. I dislike assembly so immensely, and I'm so horrible at it, that I often pay a local hobby expert / painter to do it for me. Ready out of the box, squad level and coupled with the rad Wyrd setting and style = auto pledge for me. Awesome they are throwing in un-assembled for others down the road, however. Good show all around.

I'm in at the Dual Commander level ... it is a good deal, and pushes the project forward early. Extra rule books can be gifted, loaned to generate interest or sold later if my friends end up stocking up on them in the community. With the rules for Titans posted, they appear to blend in with enhancing the game, not dominating them like large models in some other systems. Pretty excited, and this still has a lot of momentum for being so early in the time line. Thanks all for letting me vent a bit first. The Other Side is going to be a great addition to the scene.

Painting horses again at this mm is daunting to me, so I may pass on the cavalry units. I'm fond of the Steel Legion; what is it that is not to your liking Ammanas? Agree with the other member above, too -- I believe my factions for friends and demos will be Gibbering Hordes verses Abyssinia. Finally, yes Horbagab -- I'm curious about the infantry / walker combo too.

Interesting. I don't necessarily need, however, a two-player starter set at this point. Would just love the KS to offer 2 faction boxes, 1 book for around $170. Including stretch goal bonuses such as the free commander.

While what I see is quite appealing, we're in need of a two starter box, one book option to support. If more than the $99 pledge is required to get any reward, i have to jump into Titans and that isn't wanted yet. Not when we cannot even easily acquire two demo forces in our pledge.

6' x 4' is standard for most squad-level 28mm games. I appreciate the acknowledgement that this is beyond skirmish and different from Malifaux in approach. For those in a pinch with space, discount stores sell 6' x 2.5' or so snap-secured plastic tables for super cheap. Some in my gaming circle have 2 neatly stored and can produce a large playing surface instantly, with easy take-down after the match. Pitch in for a nice F.A.T. mat or something similar and you are on par with what most game shops can even offer.

Thanks gents, I knew we were missing something. I need to create a summary list of what else pups can do and other round action options. It's hard to remember with only a few reads of the rule book. Much appreciated.

Hi all, Read the rules again today, and we are a bit confused before playing again tonight. Just to be certain, during 5 rounds of play (from the first animation card flipped all the way to shuffling), each opponent flips for animation 5 times (each puppet), correct? In other words, we DO NOT use the first animation card selected for all 5 activations. Probably a silly question, but we really want to learn this right.

We are playing a demo tonight with only 4 puppets each. Would experienced players recommend perhaps going 3 animation rounds instead of 5 before calling it a turn? Seems like that help reduce, "deadlock." Any thoughts?

Fantastic thanks Ratty!

on page 14 of the main rules it says, " puppet may move twice (1 space each time), perform one action and any available free actions in any order." Is the movement portion of these options an encapsulated action, or can they be split between them? In other words, is the following legal: my puppets move one square performs attack action (ripping apart enemy puppet) moves one square again then does a free allowed action? or must I: Move one square perform attack action do free action, now unable to move again because I already have....

I like the thought of thimbles and thread wheels for blocking line of site. As for the lightly colored markers, we are going to try to find something else. Thanks for the suggestions everyone.

Yeah my girlfriend is stoked for PW. Our figs are finally painted thanks to a friend's commission; I am sealing them with a nice dullcoat right now. So long as you can afford two bags, have fun with it. I grabbed one; I'll simply set aside puppets that I'm not using for that night.

I'm going on a cruise to Mexico in January so we ordered the bag. Most often, when back in town, we will still be playing relatively small games with the family, so a cafe bag is all that is needed. Lastly, more than one puppet will fit in the standard load-out holes from what I can tell -- so we will have 4 masters totally 24 puppets carried easily enough. It's all about how compact it is for me. Otherwise, I agree, the bag and cost leaves much to be desired. For my needs, however, It is en route.

a lot of good information here, everyone is so rad and nice on this forum. I went, however, with Nico. He's getting the following: Box set a mindless zombie blister flesh construct $50 gift card to our favorite local store (Go Crazy Squirrel Games!) to add on anything he wants -- canine remains, Belles, a rider, whatever. Here's why: He is an experienced gamer, and picks up quick. So I know he will able to assess and decide if it is a faction he wants to expand. I won't cry myself to sleep if he wants to trade it to someone for another master later. secondly, he plays absolutely nothing like this army with any other system. He runs Space Wolves and Eldar with 40K, he commands Everblight with Hordes and Protectorate for Warmachine. That's aggressive melee, elegant ranged finesse, fast beast and puritanical defensive fire throwers. No undead in sight. He's never had an undead army. Never a regenerating army. and his models will be painted for him initially by my friend on consignment. anything he adds with his gift card I'll paint up for him later -- I'm quick with the dirties. The Protectorate factor from warmachine was significant in the decision -- they are very "guildy" in the sense that they are supposedly pious, have troops that look very similar with racks and monks, etc. I really wanted him to have a new experience with malifaux all the way around. If he doesn't like it, I'll let him run another crew. My buddy is selling his painted Sonnia now Ironically -- I may pick that up as a reserve, and I have a Seamus crew for Demos as well. thanks all, I truly appreciate the feedback. all was welcomed. Hope it turns out ok -- I think it will. as ok as the world of Malifaux can be ;-)

a lot of good information here, and the last post was exceptionally resonant. I went, however, with Nico. He's getting the following: Box set a mindless zombie blister flesh construct $50 gift card to our favorite local store (Go Crazy Squirrel Games!) to add on anything he wants -- canine remains, a rider, whatever. Here's why: He is an experienced gamer, and picks up quick. So I know he will able to assess and decide if it is a faction he wants to expand. secondly, he plays absolutely nothing like this army with any other system. He runs Space Wolves and Eldar with 40K, he commands Everblight with Hordes and Protectorate for Warmachine. He's never had an undead army. Never a regenerating army. and his models will be painted for him initially by my friend on consignment. anything he adds with his gift card I'll paint up for him later -- I'm quick with the dirties. The Protectorate factor from warmachine was significant in the decision -- they are very "guildy" in the sense that they are supposedly pious, have troops that look very similar, etc. I really wanted him to have a new experience with malifaux all the way around. If he doesn't like it, I'll let him run another crew. My buddy is selling his Sonnia now Ironically -- I may pick that up as a reserve, and I have a Seamus crew for Demos as well. thanks all, I truly appreciate the feedback. all was welcomed. Hope it turns out ok.

P.S. I have the hanged he can borrow as well, from my Seamus demo team.

I've decided I will paint them after his birthday -- he'll be cool with that. When it comes to resurrecting, can I get away with the box set and one blister of something to summon? thanks guys this is great. (leaning toward Sonnia box + an executioner right now)

Sonnia or Nicodem new player advice needed Hi All, My girlfriend and I play neverborn, along with every faction being represented in my local gaming group. Malifaux is alive and well here in central California. My son wants a box, however. He is 21. He's interested in either Sonnia or Nicodem. Can anyone suggest which would be a better choice for a new recruit? Keep in mind he games with other systems so he'll pick it up easily enough i think. also, what would be the other necessary purchases to get him a usable box force? In other words, with the resurrectionists would he need more minis to play a standard game, etc. Thanks SO MUCH in advance for any advice. I'm familiar with the pullmyfinger resource but time is of the essence -- he wants them painted too! much appreciated

LOL Ozz, yes customers can be very pesky! He plays Protectorate in WM which is very akin to Guild unfortunately. I agree she would probably be easier to start with. When it comes to future modeling, I think he may enjoy Nico. But I don't want to overwhelm him or break the bank -- what would be one or two blisters to get along with the box? Another packet of punk zombies? a Flesh Construct? something else? I may go with Guild for ease of intro but I don't want to rule the undead off the table just yet.