Bostich.comboard and miniature gaming

One of the big challenges with miniature gaming can come from not actually having miniatures for the game you’re hoping to play.  True, this is not likely if you’re an old-timer but for those new to the hobby it can be a big roadblock.  How many times have you seen people playing with black-primed or even bare metal?

Here’s another option I think works great for historical gaming: Counters!

French Cuirassier close on the 1/42nd Highlanders

It may seem counter-intuitive ;) but I’m talking about using the base-size for a given system, some good graphics, and some foamcore board to make nice big thick game-sized counters.  This is a really good way of quickly trying out a game system to see if it works, or works for you.  In addition if you are a member of a weekly gaming club it allows for small and light transport of an entire army for an evening game.

Are nicely painted well based miniatures better? Hell yes.  Counters however, can be a quick and dirty way of getting some play time. If you’re lucky: before your friends move on to another game.

I’ve uploaded a sample .PSD you can use to make your own counters for Lasalle, only Infantry and Artillery bases are shown:  Lasalle Counter PSD (168kb)