It’s been an amazing summer so far for Firefight. We’ve had new Nightstalkers, we’ve had Asterians, and we’ve unleashed our best-ever starter set: Edge of Sanity. But what about all our Deadzone fans around the world, who’ve been waiting patiently these last few weeks for their turn in the spotlight? Well – your time is now, and we mean….RIGHT NOW. With nine new sets up for pre-order today (and shipping from the 24th of July) there’s something for everyone! Matsudan House Conclave Starter   Protected by their deep sense of honour, the Matsudan have become a vital weapon in turning back ..read more

INTRODUCTION Since the inception of the Galactic Co-Prosperity Sphere (GCPS), humanity has come across many different races and planets. Some societies are happy to join the federation of planets. The benefit of increased trade, shared technology and combined knowledge is more than enough for them to see the light. The corporations behind the trade deals smile broadly as they sign agreements to share resources and appoint their own representatives on ancient councils or governments. Conversely some societies need a little more persuasion. They’ve heard rumours that once the smiles fade, the co ..read more

If you’ve been watching and waiting on the fence so far, then buckle up – the incredible new Firefight starter box is about to drop, along with a range of updated new kits for the Asterian Empire! Ready to start your journey into an amazing sci-fi galaxy? You’re right where you belong! Everything you see here is available to pre-order today, shipping from 15th July.   Edge of Sanity: Firefight 2-Player Starter Set Is this our best-ever Firefight starter set? Why yes, yes it is –  feast your eyes and get ready to dive in! This incredible box is practically bursting with more than 70 ..read more

The Nightstalkers are shipping out this week from Mantic HQ to spread their unique brand of cosmic horror across the galaxy! If you’re list-building for a new Strike Force on the Mantic Companion, or working out the best way to build those lovely new miniature kits on their way to your door then check out some favourite Nightstalker tactics below from the Firefight rules committee and playtesters. Early Considerations The rules committee were aware that it was extremely important that the Nightstalkers did not play like a ‘close combat remix’ of what the Plague (the faction we currently have t ..read more

At Mantic, we’ve always done things a little differently! Over the last (almost) 15 years, we’ve been privileged to have incredibly positive and enthusiastic communities spring up around our games and miniatures – always willing to help and welcome new players into the world of our hobby. Here at HQ, we’re busy creating amazing worlds for you to play in – coordinating a team of super-talented sculptors, artists and writers that lay out an epic stage, just waiting for the next chapter in the story to unfold… And the magic ingredient is YOU, and YOUR GAMES! Every time you bring your Kings of Wa ..read more

As the Warpath Universe is set to plunge into a fascinating new phase, with Nightstalker incursions spreading steadily outward from Pluton III, let’s first take a look back over just how far we’ve all come together so far… We have three main systems in the Warpath Universe, refined through multiple editions, and thought it would be fun to explore a little of their history! Deadzone (2013) Deadzone’s first-ever appearance was something truly special – a skirmish game that was fast, exciting, and did away with tape measures and ‘the argument phase’ common to other systems. It introduced the mag ..read more

Hi everyone, Want to know what’s going on this month at Mantic? Check out our latest video below: Happy hobbying everyone! Team Mantic The post This Month at Mantic – June 2024 appeared first on Mantic Games ..read more

Humanity’s expansion into the stars has brought it into contact with countless threats. The Plague spreads like wildfire across the outer spheres. The Nameless continue their destructive efforts to expand the Mariana territory by aquaforming hapless planets. Meanwhile, the insidious Veer-myn continue to amass below the very noses of the GCPS, waiting for their moment to strike. However, no one could have imagined that one of the greatest threats to humanity – and the galaxy as a whole – would come from a different dimension entirely… A DISTANT DREAM Professor Hiraku Kaneko was, arguably, one o ..read more

Well there’s no denying it’s been a busy start to 2024 for us here at Team Mantic with lots going on and big plans still to come. It’s been a little while since we heard from the main man himself, so here’s a mid year update chat with Ronnie to hear what’s been going on in the world of Mantic Games and what you can look forward to! Happy hobbying everyone! The post Ronnie’s Mid Year Update Chat appeared first on Mantic Games ..read more

Mazon Labs have been attempting to harness theoretical wormhole technology in the Pluton system. They’ve pushed the limits of known physics to breaking point in the name of corporate profit, and now the galaxy is set to pay an unthinkably high price for their ambition… Kicking off our Summer of Sci-Fi, the terrifying Nightstalkers have at last broken through into the Warpath Universe! Ready your forces, and prepare to command this terrifying new power to victory across the five spheres of GCPS space… The Nightstalkers are available NOW to pre-order, shipping from June 17th. Nightstalker Strike ..read more