Fresh off the press we have the latest iteration of Prussians to fight the forces of Evil. Prussian Stosstruppen, those brave warriors that charge into battle without a moments hesitation. This box was provided by the good folks at Michigan Toy Soldier who are currently carrying the full line of plastic and resin miniatures for these rules. This set is produced by Archon Studio out of Poland and is molded in a solid gray plastic with no trace of flash and only the faintest hint of a mold-line. The kit will assemble into five figures that can be equipped in a variety of ways. Assembly instructions (as well as free rules and mountains of lore) can be accessed via a QR code on the outside of the package, an idea that I wholly support. These will mix well, both in size and style, with the previously released Stosstruppen Warband.
the front of the box, they had me at the picklehaubs! the back of the box provides even more painting ideas
box with contents
sprue, side A
the breakdown of the figures into many. many components reminds me of Games Workshop products
this approach allows for greater detail and hidden joints but greatly increases assembly time
sprue, side B
a simply enormous assortment of heads and weapons are provided, the crispness of the details is most impressive with the clothing folding and draping over the minis is a very realistic manner
the razor-sharp detail should make painting a dream
the head with the full-blown heraldic eagle is a favorite,
one peeve (and it might just be me) is that three of the minis are molded with only one foot on the base
while this gives an air of energy and action I prefer my minis to be solidly attached by both feet,
Another fine addition to the burgeoning mass of minis on the market for Trench Crusade these are truly a top-notch product that displays creative ideas and precision craftsmanship. I cant wait to build and paint these.
Very Highly Recommended!
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