Author Topic: New and Upcoming Releases, Vol. X: All Systems Nominal...ish (Read 222141 times)

Scotty · « **Reply #510 on:** 17 August 2017, 09:00:37 »

My money would be on Wolverine.

ANS Kamas P81 · « **Reply #511 on:** 17 August 2017, 09:21:31 »

Farthest right looks like Wolverine, then to the left a Griffin. GRF's got the round missile rack on the same side, plus a gun mounted on top of the hand. WVR has the gun mounted to the outside of the hand, which doesn't seem to be the case for the left of those two. Plus, WVR vs GRF is a pretty solid match; you've got long range vs close range with very similar performance. Griffin on the box cover, right?

On the left, it looks like two Thuds - those are drum launchers to my eyes, and a really big left shoulder shield fits the Thunderbolt. I don't see a large cockpit in comparison to the missile launcher, so I'll say that Locust is in deep hoohah if it's running away for good reason.

Dmon · « **Reply #512 on:** 17 August 2017, 09:44:37 »

Better pics have been posted up on Facebook

Box Set - Locust, Commando, Wolverine, Shadow Hawk, Thunderbolt, Catapult, BattleMaster and Awesome.
A new piece of fiction by William H. Keith

Beginner Set - Griffin Wolverine.

Colt Ward · « **Reply #513 on:** 17 August 2017, 10:16:09 »

And it looks like a paper map, wonder if its a new one or one of the older ones.

wantec · « **Reply #514 on:** 17 August 2017, 10:38:57 »

Quote from: Dmon on 17 August 2017, 09:44:37

Better pics have been posted up on Facebook

Box Set - Locust, Commando, Wolverine, Shadow Hawk, Thunderbolt, Catapult, BattleMaster and Awesome.
A new piece of fiction by William H. Keith

Beginner Set - Griffin Wolverine.

yes, yes, yes. We know the new sculpts for the Box Set are awesome, but what's the 8th 'Mech in it? ;)

Kit deSummersville · « **Reply #515 on:** 17 August 2017, 10:47:56 »

Is it the Locust or Wolverine that isn't wearing underwear?

Xtrahmxwohld · « **Reply #516 on:** 17 August 2017, 11:30:59 »

Posting the pictures here for easier reference.

Azakael · « **Reply #517 on:** 17 August 2017, 11:50:14 »

Those... are new maps...
Unless they are classic maps redesigned with a newer aesthetic. I'll take either.
[drool]

Also, I want that Thud. I want that Griffin. I want that Beemer. I'll... accept that Locust and Wolverweenie.

Tymers Realm · « **Reply #518 on:** 17 August 2017, 12:05:58 »

Is it just me, or are the weapon placements on the Wolverine mini inverted?

Bedwyr · « **Reply #519 on:** 17 August 2017, 12:39:13 »

Now *those* miniatures have character! Great poses, eminently paintable.

ANS Kamas P81 · « **Reply #520 on:** 17 August 2017, 13:28:54 »

Quote from: Tymers Realm on 17 August 2017, 12:05:58

Is it just me, or are the weapon placements on the Wolverine mini inverted?

Correct. SENTINEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEL!

Sentinel373 · « **Reply #521 on:** 17 August 2017, 13:30:58 »

Quote from: ANS Kamas P81 on 17 August 2017, 13:28:54

Correct. SENTINEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEL!

Thats the one mech i didnt sculpt :P

The rest are mine though :P

Tymers Realm · « **Reply #522 on:** 17 August 2017, 13:33:37 »

Quote from: Sentinel373 on 17 August 2017, 13:30:58

Thats the one mech i didnt sculpt :P

Well Gibbs-slap that modeler and make sure it's fixed before the production run starts.
I want my Classic Wolverine done right!

Empyrus · « **Reply #523 on:** 17 August 2017, 13:40:56 »

I would imagine these are prototypes and 3D printed, right? If so, is it possible the printer program inverted one axis of the 'Mech?

Luciora · « **Reply #524 on:** 17 August 2017, 13:59:36 »

Its the rare lefty wolverine variant.

pheonixstorm · « **Reply #525 on:** 17 August 2017, 14:26:18 »

When do we get to see the new Catapult, Commando, and Awesome?

Still too soon to show off your work Sentinel?? :'(

wolfspider · « **Reply #526 on:** 17 August 2017, 14:34:07 »

Well in the old plastic unseen set the Shadow Hawk had the med laser on the wrong arm too, I guess that just how you make a classic a classic!

Sentinel373 · « **Reply #527 on:** 17 August 2017, 15:09:11 »

Quote from: pheonixstorm on 17 August 2017, 14:26:18

When do we get to see the new Catapult, Commando, and Awesome?

Still too soon to show off your work Sentinel?? :'(

I havent started on the Commando yet, and the Awesome isn't even redesigned yet. but the commando's new design is pretty cool :)

As for the Catapult and Shadowhawk (this is a different model than the one ironwind made) this will be revealed sooner than you might think :P stay tuned

Maingunnery · « **Reply #528 on:** 17 August 2017, 15:24:58 »

Quote from: Tymers Realm on 17 August 2017, 13:33:37

Well Gibbs-slap that modeler and make sure it's fixed before the production run starts.
I want my Classic Wolverine done right!

Remember, a mini with an alternative setup is a good excuse for a new variant.

Empyrus · « **Reply #529 on:** 17 August 2017, 16:20:27 »

Quote from: Maingunnery on 17 August 2017, 15:24:58

Remember, a mini with an alternative setup is a good excuse for a new variant.

Logistically and stylistically nonsensical variant.
While a handedness conversion makes some sense for customized 'Mechs, as mass-produced version it makes little sense due to logistics involved. (MechWarrior handedness mattering seems a bit far-fetched really, considering neurohelmet is mostly for balance and computer does all heavy lifting when it comes to aiming.)
So, i really hope that is just a prototype thing and not a thing for the final version.

Adrian Gideon · « **Reply #530 on:** 17 August 2017, 16:45:38 »

Lighten up guys, it's just a misprint.

Empyrus · « **Reply #531 on:** 17 August 2017, 17:01:52 »

No surprise.
I do wonder how a miniature can be misprinted so that it is mirrored? Though i guess the answer will remove all mystery...

Sentinel373 · « **Reply #532 on:** 17 August 2017, 17:04:53 »

Quote from: Empyrus on 17 August 2017, 17:01:52

No surprise.
I do wonder how a miniature can be misprinted so that it is mirrored? Though i guess the answer will remove all mystery...

somebody may have put a - infront of the X scale value. that inverses the model. tadaaa mystery solved. litterally a 2 second fix in any 3d application.
the final one will be correct dont you guys worry :P

Cubby · « **Reply #533 on:** 17 August 2017, 17:06:26 »

Hi everyone - we've just updated the sneak peek post on the main FB page to round up the available details about the new box sets. Here's the post in its entirety for those not on FB, and for your quoting pleasure:

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*Update!* You've seen the sneak peek photos from Gen Con below, now here are the details we can share so far about the two new box sets for BattleTech that are on their way in 2018.

The Beginner Box Set will include two miniatures, the Griffin and the Wolverine. The Game of Armored Combat box set will include eight miniatures: a Locust, Commando, Wolverine, Shadow Hawk, Catapult, Thunderbolt, Awesome, and BattleMaster. All minis will have entirely new sculpts!

(We're aware the Wolverine was misprinted. These are prototypes, and this is why--it will be fixed for full release. Those responsible have been invited to enjoy a stay at their local Word of Blake facility.)

The boxes are mock-ups only, and the details shown on them are *not* final. The contents list on the back of the box remains in development; as a result, the price point of each box has not been finalized.

The maps shown in the photos are likewise not final, and will receive further development. The rules presented are based on those in the recently-released BattleMech Manual in both form and function.

At the moment, the best release date we can offer is 2018--that's broad, but there's a lot of work going into these products, and we hope to share more of it soon!

Empyrus · « **Reply #534 on:** 17 August 2017, 17:07:00 »

Of course.Of all things, of course it is just a minus symbol. How mundane. [blank]

I did say all the mystery would be gone...

Colt Ward · « **Reply #535 on:** 17 August 2017, 18:12:34 »

Quote from: Adrian Gideon on 17 August 2017, 16:45:38

Lighten up guys, it's just a misprint.

I am left handed, existing in a world of righties causes problems at times- especially when that hot brass comes flying across your face, maybe to go down the collar to lodge under the body armor. So to safely dispose of the left handed Wolverine, you can send it to me after GenCon. I would not want some rightie to be burdened by trying to figure out how to use a mech that has the main weapon on the left arm rather than the right.

YingJanshi · « **Reply #536 on:** 17 August 2017, 18:25:03 »

Wait, does this mean we're finally getting new maps? Or is it just new maps for the box sets?

Adrian, please tell me we're getting new maps? If you do I'll buy you a keg (well...maybe a beer if you're ever in the KC area...)!

Wrangler · « **Reply #537 on:** 17 August 2017, 18:29:16 »

I'd love new maps.

Liam's Ghost · « **Reply #538 on:** 17 August 2017, 18:30:33 »

The money in my safe is crying, because it knows what's going to happen to it.

Sartris · « **Reply #539 on:** 17 August 2017, 18:56:20 »

Quote from: Adrian Gideon on 17 August 2017, 16:45:38

Lighten up guys, it's just a misprint.

NO! PERFECTION! GET EVERYTHING RIGHT! BUILD ME A HOUSE! BAKE ME COOKIES!