GWI Preview: The Robots Are Coming!

Here's a first look at some of the models from our all-robot faction. The idea will be that any of the armies of the first Galactic War can hire a legion of robots. The quality of their weaponry and combat computers will be determined by their color. Red robot legionaries will be the most dangerous. But what's to stop a general from hiring some blue ones on the cheap and re-painting them red? All's fair in love and war!












These guys would also work great as 6mm mecha!

Here are some comparison shots!







More robots to come!

--Scott

GWI Preview: The Nova Patrol!

Before the onset of the first Galactic War, the Nova Patrol was contracted by all members of the Galactic Federation with keeping the peace both in deep space and planet-side. They served as an independent adjunct to planetary authorities. With the breakdown in order during the early months of the war, Nova Patrol commander Derrick Starlock made the decision to take the Patrol private, making them effectively mercs for hire.

Now they use their incredible skill and resources to aid the highest bidder, Starlock does maintain some scruples, and will not work for any faction that sanctions or uses scorched earth tactics like gene-bombs or neutron missile attacks from high-orbit.









The rules for these guys will appear in a release that follows the initial GWI rulebook.

--Scott

Tom Scioli To Do GWI Cover

Super-talented comic artist Tom Scioli has agreed to do the cover to Galactic War I! I am very excited because I have worked with Tom before on some SuperSystem projects and his energy and enthusiasm mean that we will have some dynamite imagery gracing the cover of this book!

You can check Tom's personal web site for a complete list of his projects and what he is up to now.

More 15mm previews this weekend, I hope!

--Scott

GWI: Twanax Sneak Peek

The Ferreen are one of the two initial alien factions in Galactic War I. They don't use walkers, and they only possess one type of hover tank, but they do have savage allies like the Twanax!

These bestial brawlers attack in units 20 strong, broken into fireteams of 4 Twanax minded by a single War-Orb. Their savage power allows them to assault enemy infantry and armor with equal effectiveness.









Here are some size comparison shots for the brawny brutes:





Still more previews later this week, or possibly this weekend!

--Scott

GWI Preview: Aquans Attack!

Blue Moon has a bunch of new 15mm sci-fi figures on the horizon--7 factions to go with Galactic War I. But there is even more coming down the road. Among these later releases I managed to secure and paint (authorship has its privileges) some of my favorites, which I will preview on this blog over the next few weeks.

First up, the Aquans! These amphibious denizens of the planet Aquos III hire themselves out as mercenaries who specialize in assaults water-worlds, and, dare I say it, wet work!


















Here are some comp shots with other companies' minis to provide some scale reference:








Can't wait to paint some more of these guys up! There are 10 unique poses in all, including another sergeant type and an ammo carrier for the HW.

--Scott

No Origins For Blue Moon

Blue Moon Manufacturing will not be attending Origins. Progress on the Galactic War I rules continues, but the decision was made to focus time and resources on getting the figures and rules out by early fall. The figures will likely be ready before that, in advance of the rules.

I may go to Origins has a civilian, though. I cannot resist the lure of the dealers' area!

--Scott

Galactic War I: More Previews!

I finally got 'round to painting the Arlock heavy weapons team and the Ferreen Goranax cavalry samples.

Here they are!

















We'll be getting more poses for the Goranax Riders, and they'll come in a unit of 6.

I may have time to preview some 15mm robots this weekend. Stay tuned!

--Scott

Galactic War I Preview: Mercantile Collective

Another GWI preview gives us a closer look at the Mercantile Collective minis. These guys possess vast resources and have the closest ties to aliens of any of the human factions.



--Scott

Galactic War I Preview: Universalists

The Universalists are the most spiritual faction among the five core human armies in the game. They feature powerful psychics who can use their abilities to get around heavily armored opponents.



Next up, the Mercantile Collective.

--Scott

Galactic War I: Scale Comparison Shots

Blue Moon plans to release a lot of new 15mm sci-fi codes this summer, and folks have been curious about how the scale of the Blue Moon minis will compare to other popular lines already out there. Hopefully these pics will answer some of these questions!

First up, a shot of 4 Blue Moon sci-fi minis all in a line (a Ferreen, a Universalist trooper, Mercantile Collective trooper, and an Arlock):




Next, we have two of our minis next two a Critical Mass Games sci-fi trooper:



Next up, a comp shot with a GZG sci-fi civilian:



Now we have them flanking one of RAFM's classic sci-fi troopers:



Next we show them with one of Critical Mass Games' superb alien mercs:



Below you can see them compared to one of GZG's sci-fi renegades:



Next up, one of Khurasan's Mantid Warriors:



Next, a Khurasan sci-fi Garn:



Then, one of my own 15mm SuperFigs:



And finally, a Flames of War Sikh:




I hope this helps folks get a handle on the scale compatibility of our upcoming Blue Moon line with other folks' stuff. Any further questions, let me know.

--Scott

Galactic War I Preview: The Post-Humans

The Post-Humans are genetically created super-soldiers who rebelled and struck out on their own. These genetically superior super-men lack the heavy industry necessary to field a lot of large vehicles, but they make up for this deficiency with prodigious strength and toughness.



Next up, the Universalists!

--Scott

Galactic War I: Terran Confederation Preview

Here's a shot of the basic Terran Confederation infantry for Galactic War I:



Of the five human factions I have seen and painted so far, these guys are my favorites. The Ferreen are still my overall favorites, but these guys are nipping at their heals!

--Scott