The Tavshar Archon 15mm Mechas and Bundles Outlined

To be released last weekend in November on 15mm.co.uk the brand new range of 15mm Tavshar Mecha and bundles plus reaction forces for Loud Ninja Games to expand the Yandrassi collection of awesomeness!  If you missed the Introduction to the Tavshar Archon Mecha article by Eli Arndt with sketch by Sam Croes have a look and a read.  Upon release all of the codes will be HERE on the website.  Ain't this just the most lovely 15mm mecha you have seen recently!

"Archons are elite war machines, piloted by Tavshar that have reached the rank of Prime and shown their prowess in battle above other Primes, making them the elite among elites. Archon is not only the name of the mecha but also the new rank of those who pilot them. Each Archon selects its weapon load based on its mission or sometimes the preference of the individual Archon where command edict does not override personal choice. A mix of weapon types is common, allowing Archons operating in force to counter unexpected threats. Archons are most often tasked with providing heavy support to lesser troops alone or in small groups, but may be used as strike teams by themselves."

Above are two shots of IAF036A Tavshar Guardian Archon mecha built in one of its variations and pose and then painted by the legendary Sam Croes.  There are six different mecha choices and each has a different weapon load out and is very posable.  An advanced level white metal kit which is supplied with a selection of heads to use.  When built each stands 55mm to 60mm tall.

Here are all the codes along with their contents and images of parts, assembled version and scale with a 15mm Tavshar Infantry figure:

RAP036A Tavshar Guardian Archon

This code contains one 15mm scale white metal mecha kit which once assembled stands about 55mm to 60mm tall. Sword and Shield.  Useful in many different settings.  A real work of miniature art and a complex build which is very posable.  All parts shown in the parts image are supplied as well as a 50mm round base.  The parts image shows assembly guide but posing is up to you. Note FOUR head options are supplied and you can choose which one you use.  Pictured is a Tavshar Warrior (16mm tall) for scale. 20.00GBP per kit.

RAP036B Tavshar Starslayer Archon

This code contains one 15mm scale white metal mecha kit which once assembled stands about 55mm to 60mm tall. Two Handed Singularity Lance.  Useful in many different settings.  A real work of miniature art and a complex build which is very posable.  All parts shown in the parts image are supplied as well as a 50mm round base.  The parts image shows assembly guide but posing is up to you. Note FOUR head options are supplied and you can choose which one you use.  Pictured is a Tavshar Warrior (16mm tall) for scale. 20.00GBP per kit.

RAP036C Tavshar Battler Archon

This code contains one 15mm scale white metal mecha kit which once assembled stands about 55mm to 60mm tall. Shredder Cannon. Useful in many different settings.  A real work of miniature art and a complex build which is very posable.  All parts shown in the parts image are supplied as well as a 50mm round base.  The parts image shows assembly guide but posing is up to you. Note FOUR head options are supplied and you can choose which one you use.  Pictured is a Tavshar Warrior (16mm tall) for scale. 20.00GBP per kit.

RAP036D Tavshar Hell Rain Archon

This code contains one 15mm scale white metal mecha kit which once assembled stands about 55mm to 60mm tall. Two Handed Ripper Cannon. Useful in many different settings.  A real work of miniature art and a complex build which is very posable.  All parts shown in the parts image are supplied as well as a 50mm round base.  The parts image shows assembly guide but posing is up to you. Note FOUR head options are supplied and you can choose which one you use.  Pictured is a Tavshar Warrior (16mm tall) for scale. 20.00GBP per kit.

RAP036E Tavshar Trooper Archon

This code contains one 15mm scale white metal mecha kit which once assembled stands about 55mm to 60mm tall. Plasma Cannon. Useful in many different settings.  A real work of miniature art and a complex build which is very posable.  All parts shown in the parts image are supplied as well as a 50mm round base.  The parts image shows assembly guide but posing is up to you. Note FOUR head options are supplied and you can choose which one you use.  Pictured is a Tavshar Warrior (16mm tall) for scale. 20.00GBP per kit.

RAP036F Tavshar Firestorm Archon

This code contains one 15mm scale white metal mecha kit which once assembled stands about 55mm to 60mm tall. Arm and Shoulder Missile Pods. Useful in many different settings.  A real work of miniature art and a complex build which is very posable.  All parts shown in the parts image are supplied as well as a 50mm round base.  The parts image shows assembly guide but posing is up to you. Note FOUR head options are supplied and you can choose which one you use.  Pictured is a Tavshar Warrior (16mm tall) for scale. 20.00GBP per kit.

We also have a superb value bundle of Archons giving you one free saving 20.00GBP plus two Reaction Forces getting you a force on the table.  See them at Loud Ninja Games page HERE upon release and details follow below.

RAP036P Tavshar Archon Full Set - Get One Free!  Free Shipping!

This Bundle Gives you one of each of the six different Kits (RAP036A to RAP036F).  You pay for five and you get the sixth free!  Also free shipping on this bundle too! This code contains six different 15mm scale white metal mecha kits which once assembled stands about 55mm to 60mm tall. Useful in many different settings.  Real works of miniature art and a complex build which is very posable.  All parts shown in the parts image are supplied as well as a 50mm round bases.  The parts image shows assembly guide but posing is up to you. Note FOUR head options are supplied with each mecha and you can choose which one you use.  We picked one at random.  See parts images. All miniatures are supplied unpainted and unassembled.  Note that images depicting miniatures and codes other than those in this code are for reference and scale only and are not included. Pictured is a Tavshar Warrior (16mm tall) for scale.  Price 100.00GBP (Saving 20.00GBP and getting free worldwide shipping).

RAP036R1 Tavshar Archon Reaction Force 1

This Reaction Force gives you three Archons along with Yandrassi Infantry with a 10% saving.

This code contains three different 15mm scale white metal mecha kits which once assembled stands about 55mm to 60mm tall as well as three Gun Skimmers and nineteen infantry. All parts shown in the parts image are supplied as well as a 50mm round bases. Note FOUR head options are supplied and you can choose which one you use.  We picked one at random.  See parts images. Here are the code contents:  RAP036A Tavshar ' Guardian ' Archon (Sword and Shield), RAP036B Tavshar ' Starslayer' Archon (Singularity Lance), RAP036C Tavshar ' Battler ' Archon (Shredder Cannon),  RAP020 Tavshar Infantry (4) x 4,  RAP022 Tavshar Officers (2) x 1, RAP024 Tavshar Prime (1) x 1, RAP022 Tavshar Gun Skimmer (1) x 3. All miniatures are supplied unpainted and unassembled.  Price  71.10GBP (Saving 10% from 79.00GBP).

RAP036R2 Tavshar Archon Reaction Force 2

This Reaction Force gives you three Archons along with Yandrassi Infantry with a 10% saving.

This code contains three different 15mm scale white metal mecha kits which once assembled stands about 55mm to 60mm tall as well as thirty two infantry. All parts shown in the parts image are supplied as well as a 50mm round bases. Note FOUR head options are supplied and you can choose which one you use.  We picked one at random.  See parts images. Here are the code contents:  RAP036D Tavshar ' Hell Rain ' Archon (Heavy Ripper Cannon), RAP036E Tavshar ' Trooper' Archon (Plasma Cannon), RAP036F Tavshar ' Firestorm' Archon (Missile Pods), RAP019 Neek Infantry (5) x 4, RAP021 Horgosi Squad (5) x 2, RAP025 Horgosi Prime (1) x 1, RAP026 Horgosi Beserker (1) x 1. All miniatures are supplied unpainted and unassembled.  Price 75.60GBP (Saving 10% from 84.00GBP).

The Archons are a superb addition to any alien 15mm sci-fi collection and they also work as 28mm battlesuits as well in any suitable system.

Thanks for Reading,

GBS

An Introduction to the Tavshar Archon 15mm Mechas

Loud Ninja Games will be releasing in late November though 15mm.co.uk brand new codes at the core of which are the fantastic Tavshar Archon mecha in 15mm scale.  This article by Eli Arndt gives you an introduction to the concepts and story behind the mecha and how they came to be.  The sketching here was done by Sam Croes who is a big fan of LNG and who has also painted up an Archon too.  See Loud Ninja Games HERE.  Take it from here Eli...

The Story of the Archon

The Yan’drassi (YD) Archon mecha started out as an idea for how to add some heavy firepower to the existing YD range. So far, the range includes several infantry option and a light vehicle that has some firepower but not enough to take the fight to an opponent’s medium to heavy vehicle. While tanks and other vehicles are definitely in the realm of possibility for the YD, I felt the first release since the Kickstarter really needed to make a statement and mecha certainly make a statement.

For the design, I contacted sculptor Sean Bullough who had sculpted the original Yan’drassi range and who I knew was a huge anime and mecha fan with a broad frame of reference for the genre and various design aesthetics. I had seen his work with ClearHorizon miniatures first Kickstarter and the great work he had done on their mecha design and so I was confident in his ability to deliver a quality model. 

This is one of the first projects I have done where there was no concept art. Sean and I talked about design elements I wanted and drew mostly from references drawn from other existing mecha. The process was a lot of back and forth with me giving some design points and sending and image and Sean sending me his own thoughts and additional reference ideas. Sean has a vast collection of mecha pictures that he was able to draw from so we quickly found our stride in design process. For me, the key was to make a design that looked like it fit in with the existing Yan’drassi aesthetic. This meant rounded shapes. As the Archons are piloted be the YD’s elites, the Tavshar, I also wanted the Archon to resemble the Tavshar Primes. This second element meant making them look like a warrior’s armour as much as a battle ready machine. 

For weapons, I wanted the Archon to have a good number of choices. I wanted all versions of the Archon to have missile support so a pair of vertical launch missiles pods was added. The original three weapon options were a basic Shredder rifle, a sword/shield combo and the powerful, lance-like Singularity Cannon capable of launching micro black holes across the battlefield.  After these the model had been molded and Gavin and I started talking about release plans, it was decided to add an additional three weapon options to the Archon to provide greater depth and variety to the design. These new parts were designed by Sam Croes and would include a new more powerful Plasma Rifle, a missile launcher version with several add-on missile pods, and a massive Ripper Cannon with an attached combat blade. This brought the total options to six, making the Archon a versatile and unpredictable opponent.  There are six different Archon mecha single codes.

The final model does including a lot of individual parts, regardless of which weapon configuration you choose. This was a by product of trying to minimize the number of individual parts that needed to be made, allowing us to then re-use many parts by making the model mostly poseable. This makes the Archon a more advanced model and one that will take a bit of attention with a fantastic reward.

So, where does the Archon fit into the Yan’drassi force structure?

Archons are elite war machines, piloted by Tavshar that have reached the rank of Prime and shown their prowess in battle above other Primes, making them the elite among elites. Archon is not only the name of the mecha but also the new rank of those who pilot them. Each Archon selects its weapon load based on its mission or sometimes the preference of the individual Archon where command edict does not override personal choice. A mix of weapon types is common, allowing Archons operating in force to counter unexpected threats. Archons are most often tasked with providing heavy support to lesser troops alone or in small groups, but may be used as strike teams by themselves. 

For general combat Shredder Guns and Plasma Cannons, supported by Heavy Ripper Guns are the most effective, combining withering fire with powerful long-range plasma fire. For heavier targets Singularity Cannons and Missiles are best. On the rare occasions, where assault in necessary, there is nothing better than the combination of a powered blade and shield for wading into enemy formations. 

We hope you enjoyed this read and you can find Loud Ninja Games range HERE.  There will be one more big article on the Tavshar Archons which will show you all the codes, the poses, the bundles and reaction forces which are being released late November.

Thanks for Reading,

GBS

Wally paints up the Ikwen!

I was kindly given permission to post up these two photographs from the collection of Wally Harwood who is a customer of 15mm.co.uk and a fan of the Iwken, the alien race created by Eli Arndt at Loud Ninja Games which we stock.  I hope you enjoy them.  I certainly do and I really like that green colouration.

A very original idea you can read about the origins of the Ikwen on our blog HERE. If you want to see all of the posts including release ones this specialised blog search will show you them HERE. There are three packs of Ikwen and a great platoon saver deal too.  There are also specialised terrain items for the Ikwen all of which can be seen on our website HERE.

Perfect for use as an indigenous alien foe for your space faring forces or as alien guerrillas fighting a heroic resistance against say Human occupation of their world. 

Thanks for Reading,

GBS

Three new free USEME sci-fi scenarios by Vic Dobson!

All of us at 15mm.co.uk are delighted to present to you three new free scenarios written by veteran wargamer Vic Dobson for the USEME rules system.  Ideal for use with UM001 USEME 15mm Science Fiction the first title in the series (you can get this and the other USEME titles as paid for downloads as well from HERE) these three scenarios are based around Vic's collection of miniatures taken from the HOF range, the SHM range and the Loud Ninja Games range of figures.  Click on the links to visit these ranges and the rules system.

There are near a dozen titles in the USEME range of wargame rules covering many genres.

 

Download the three scenarios from our dropbox account in a zip file by clicking on this link HERE. Each of the scenarios presents a different challenge and level of complexity and playing time. Here is a quick run down of each of them.

Scenario One – Recon Run

Recon Run is a two player game of USE ME. In this small game two reconnaissance teams encounter one another and battle to gain information whilst denying it to the enemy!

Scenario Two – The One that Got Away

The One that got Away is a four player game of USE ME. In this small game, as the local gang boss meets with a dangerous but useful hireling, and the local authorities seek to arrest  both, whilst some bounty-hunters plan to gain their reward, and new arrivals add complications to all sides …

Scenario Three – The Raid

The Raids a two player game of USE ME. In this small game a small but elite Chuhuac special operations’ strike team endeavours to destroy a shield regulator defended by the local planetary security teams.

Enjoy!

Thanks for Reading,

GBS

Ikwen Terrain Codes released by Loud Ninja Games!

Kwiell is the home world of the Ikwen. Having once been covered in a shallow sea, the Ikwen home world still shows signs of this ancient past. Towering mineral vents pierce the crust of the planet, venting strange, nutrient and mineral rich materials into the atmosphere. Much of the aquatic life of those ancient seas has adapted to life exposed to air and all manner of strange plant analogues cluster about the rocks and vents. These vents are the source of the strange bio-silicates that make Kwiell desirable for exploitation by off worlders but it is this same life-giving material that fosters life in an otherwise desolate landscape. The Ikwen utilize the terrestrial reefs that grow around these vents as sources of food and medicine. 

Loud Ninja Games through its agent 15mm.co.uk is proud to present to you the Terrain packs of the Ikwen! Sculpted by Eli Arndt these resin and white metal packs gives you scenics for the bases of your miniatures, scenics for dioramas and scenics for scatter terrain on your wargaming table. Weird and alien these 15mm models fit excellently with the white metal Ikwen also sold by Loud Ninja Games. Excellent! Read on for details or go HERE. 

RAP033 Ikwen Base Scenics 

This set of small size 15mm white metal scenic pieces for use on your Ikwen figure bases is supplied as a set of six randomly selected from four different designs. Typical size is about 5mm across. 3.00GBP 

RAP034 Ikwen Diorama Scenics 

This set of 15mm white metal scenic pieces are for use with your Ikwen diorama or larger bases is supplied as a set of four different designs. Typical size is 10mm tall. 3.00GBP 

RAP035 Ikwen Scatter Terrain Set 

This set of 15mm scale resin terrain is composed of eight very different pieces. Ideal as scatter terrain for your wargame table the set depicts the towering mineral vents and bio-silicates of the Ikwen World of Kwiell. Varies in size from 20mm across to 90mm across and 6mm tall to 70mm tall. 15.00GBP 

RAP035P The Ikwen World of Kwiell 

This value boxed set is for those who wish to create the world of Kwiell. Saving 10% off single pack purchases there is a total of thirty six pieces in this value set. Composed of RAP033 Ikwen Base Scenics (two sets), RAP034 Ikwen Diorama Scenics (two sets) and RAP035 Ikwen Scatter Terrain Set (two sets) it is a must for all Ikwen fans. Total value 42.00GBP price is 37.80GBP 

"The Ikwen are one side of an asymmetric war against a higher tech, invading enemy. They fight in a less organized, militia style, utilizing acquired weapons, not of their of own manufacture." 

Over a generation ago, the planet Kwiell was set upon by aliens bent on exploiting the natural resources of the planet. The planet’s native population, the Ikwen, found themselves suddenly enslaved and their society rocked as they were enslaved, put to work and in many cases hunted and killed. The Ikwen have spent decades in frustrated servitude to these invading overlords. We see them as very much freedom-fighting indigenous life forms, use them as alien invaders, allies, mercenaries or even lower tech indigenous forces for more organized warfare. 

We have four different Ikwen packs for you to choose from and you can see them HERE. 

RAP016 Ikwen Assault Rifles (6) 

RAP017 Ikwen Rocket Launchers (6) 

RAP018 Ikwen Light Machine Guns (6) 

RAP016P Ikwen Platoon Pack (Save 5%) (24) 

Some of you may be curious to see how the Ikwen match up with these new terrain pieces. Well wonder no more! Here is a scale photograph of an inked Ikwen miniature next to the new terrain. 

Thanks for Reading, 

GBS

Wasteland Raiders, Rad Zombies and Road Wardens released by Loud Ninja Games

"The wastelands of the blasted future are a dangerous and crazy place where sanity and even life itself have been challenged and often destroyed by the powers that brought the world to its knees. These miniatures are designed to be used in any post-apocalyptic or science fiction setting where wasteland peoples and creatures have developed." 

 Loud Ninja Games headed up by designer Eli Arndt have released three new 15mm packs into the part of the range 'Wasteland and Mutants' on their page at 15mm.co.uk. They join not only the other packs in that part of the range but of course the Alien Encounters, Ikwen, Yandrassi and the Chuhuac with over thirty codes into total! Go HERE for the whole range and you can refine by search for only Wasteland packs if you wish. 

The three new packs are excellent for present day gangers, post apocalypse raiders, near future hunters and most anything else that needs weird and wonderful in 15mm scale. Highly detailed white metal miniatures sculpted by Eli Arndt. Here are the details. Go HERE. 

RAP030 Road Wardens 

This pack contains three different highly detailed 15mm scale white metal humans with pistols and a rifle all wearing light armour. Even in the wastes there are those who cannot abide evil. These brave men and women take up arms in the name of something more than simple survival and take to the roads dispensing justice. They are known by many titles but often go by a more classical, romantic title - Road Warden. All miniatures are supplied unpainted and without bases. 

RAP031 Rad Zombies 

This pack contains five different 15mm scale white metal radioactive zombies in various poses. Exposed bones, melting flesh and grinning skulls these are scary foes! In the wastelands and the ruins of the old world, there are those who have been so changed that even after death they continue to menace the living. Whether it is through strange energies, chemical cocktail or mutant virus, Rad Zombies now roam where man once dwelt seeking to feed their insatiable hunger. All miniatures are supplied unpainted and without bases. 

RAP032 Wasteland Raiders 

This pack contains nine different 15mm scale white humans in various poses. Crude weapons, scavenged firearms, punk style hair, rough clothing these are the guys that haunt the innocent in a nightmare future. In the shadow of the world before there are those who are so intent on survival that they leave behind all pretence of civility and community, choosing instead to make their fellow man their prey upon which they sustain themselves. Those who take to this life live as bandits, raiders, and much worse, banding together to use might to make their living as Wasteland Raiders. All miniatures are supplied unpainted and without bases. 

These new packs go excellently with the fearsome Terrorclopes and the helpful Wasteland Buddies as we as the not pictured here Mutants and Super Mutants in the range. RAP028 and RAP029 Sculpted by Eli Arndt and painted here by Sam Croes. Enjoy! 

Thanks for Reading, 

GBS

Terrorclops and Wasteland Buddies released by Loud Ninja Games!

Produced and sold across the world by 15mm.co.uk the Loud Ninja Games range continues to go from strength to strength and now adds two more unique styled codes to the 15mm Wasteland Mutants part of the range.  These are the last releases for LNG in 2015. Following up on the initial two packs of Mutants (RAP014, RAP015) we present the hulking Terrorclopes and the paired up Wasteland Buddies.  If you are a fan of Post Apocalypse or Horror or other genres of wargaming where oddity exists then these miniatures sculpted by Eli Arndt are for you!  Read on or click here to go to our website and to see the range HERE.

RAP028 Terrorclops (1) 5.00GBP

This pack contains one 15mm scale white metal multiple part miniature.  The Terrorclops is a monster, a mutant, a killer and a radiation beast that will give your force some kick.  Thickly muscled with one staring eye and an arm that ends with a bone spear the Terrorclops is covered in bony protrusions and buboes as well as weeping wounds but it is the open ragged toothed maw of its stomach that causes true fear.  This massive mutant will crush you and then eat you!  Cast in white metal and supplied in two pieces this model requires assembly and stands 37mm tall from sole of foot to top of raised arm.  Useful in 28mm scale too.  Go HERE. 

RAP029 Wasteland Buddies (1) 3.00GBP

This pack contains one 15mm scale white metal miniature.  The Wasteland Buddies are two lifeforms that have teamed up to survive the rad lands and the mutant cannibals that want to make each of them dinner.  Virtually mindless but brutally strong Buster provides the muscle and the motive power wielding a rock tipped club while Mister sits on  his shoulders tiny but smart wearing a mask and holding a long barrel rifle.  On their backs are many packs and items useful for trade and survival.  Cast in white metal and supplied in one piece this model requires no assembly and stands 24mm tall from sole of foot to top of head.  Go HERE. 

Thanks for Reading,

GBS

Vasseth Strike Tank and Reaction Force released by Loud Ninja Games!

"Vasseth “Cunning Killer”. Named for a genetic descendant of terrestrial predatory dinosaur (something akin to a 30ft raptor), the Vasseth strike tank uses grav drive to allow it to speed across the battlefield, manoeuvring for pinpoint strikes and support of the fast-moving infantry. The Vasseth comes in a number of variants.  Degara – Two accelerator cannons. This variant is utilized for fighting medium armoured vehicles and hard points. Paragara – Plasma cannon and drone missile launcher. This variant is mostly used for infantry support. Heggar – Heavy accelerator cannon. Used for long range engagement of heavy targets."

Produced and sold across the world by 15mm.co.uk the Loud Ninja Games range continues to go from strength to strength and now adds three more codes to the Chuhuac 15mm Space Raptor part of the range. Following up on infantry packs, drones, grav bikes, an armoured personnel carrier and platoon and herd packs there is the Vasseth Strike Tank a light grav vehicle which gives your Space Raptors even more bite on the battle board!  Read on or click here to go to our website and to see the range HERE.

RAP027 Vasseth Strike Tank (1) 6.00GBP

This pack contains all the parts needed to make one 15mm scale Space Raptor Vasseth Strike Tank. This anti-gravity propulsion vehicle requires some assembly and has seven different weapons and sensor units included (70mm long). Cast in high quality resin and white metal and gives you extra pieces for conversions and your bits box.  Great for all your near or far future skirmish and battle games in 15mm scale.  Go HERE.

RAP027P Vasseth Strike Tank Platoon (3) 17.10GBP

VALUE PACK. SAVE 5% OFF - Compared to RAP027. This pack contains all the parts needed to make THREE 15mm scale Space Raptor Vasseth Strike Tanks. This anti-gravity propulsion vehicle requires some assembly and has seven different weapons and sensor units included (70mm long). Cast in high quality resin and white metal and gives you extra pieces for conversions and your bits box. Great for all your near or far future skirmish and battle games in 15mm scale. Go HERE.

RAP003P Chuhuac Reaction Force  (30) 43.38GBP

VALUE PACK.  SAVE 10% OFF – Compared to single pack codes.  This bundle deal gives you all the packs you need to create a Chuhuac Reaction Force which is an entire force of infantry, bikes and vehicles on your wargaming table.  Saving ten percent from list prices the bundle includes the following packs:  RAP027 Vasseth Strike Tank, RAP027 Vasseth Strike Tank, RAP008 Sirrus APC, RAP008 Sirrus APC, RAP008 Sirrus APC, RAP001 Chuhuac Troopers (6), RAP001 Chuhuac Troopers (6), RAP002 Chuhuac Leaders and Support Weapons (6), RAP003 Chuhuac Command Section (4) and RAP009 Chuhuac Grav Bikes (3).  A total of five vehicles, three bikes and twenty two infantry. Great for all your near or far future skirmish and battle games in 15mm scale.  Go HERE.

If you are not familiar with the Space Raptors and Eli Arndt's ideas for a unique alien army and its uses we have several articles online you can read.  Here is a list of links.

Preview of the Vasseth 

Chuhuac Heavy Combat Cyberform

Space Raptor Range

Loud Ninja Games presents the Chuhuac Story

Thanks for Reading.

GBS