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Title: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: FramFramson on March 30, 2012, 08:06:25 AM

This has effectively become a list of all the Fantasy minis manufacturers of at least reasonable quality.

List of manufacturers:

This is by no means a complete list, but here's a few to get us started (all listed sites have an English version).

Alkemy
http://alkemy-the-game.com/shop
- Rights to the Alkemy line have been acquired by a fan group and new minis are being created! Along with the usual fantasy tropes, their factions also include some wonderful Shaolin-fantasy figures, and one of the best cat-people lines ever sculpted.

Andrea
http://www.andrea-miniatures.com/en/1/andrea-miniatures/127/battle-series.html
- Normally known for 54mm showpieces, they also have a few small 30-32mm ranges of good quality.

Avatars of War
http://www.avatars-of-war.com/eng/web
- Dense, robust minis. Heavily textured with extensive detail and a powerful and aggressive presence.

Ax Faction (NSFW!)
http://www.axfaction.com/#!shop
- Small line so far, mostly consisting of very fine resin fantasy/steampunk minis, with a definite love of, er, skin.

Bad Squiddo Games
http://thedicebaglady.net/bad-squiddo-games-miniatures
- Small line focused on “believable female miniatures”, so far with shieldmaidens both human and orc.

Blackball Games
http://blackballgames.com
- A small range still concentrating on various outlandish monsters, beasts, and elder horrors.

Black Scorpion
http://www.blackscorpionminiatures.com/index.php
- Their pirate ranges include several fantasy races besides the regular human ones. Also many Fantasy Football/Bloodbowl characters.

Blood Moon
http://www.bloodmoonminis.com/CatalogTrial/index.php
- A small selection of beast-, spider-, and snake-people, and not-fimirs. The current version of the website is a bit odd and may not load all the fantasy miniatures right away. I was only able to see them all by repeatedly going back and forth between the homepage and fantasy page.

Brigade Models
http://www.brigademodels.co.uk/Celtos/index.html
- Have a fantasy range under their "Celtos" line of figures. Ok figures for the most part, but there are a fair number of standout winners among them.

Bronze Age Minis
http://www.bronzeagemin.com/miniatures_html/32MM/FANTASY/fantasy32mm.htm
- A small to medium fantasy catalogue, combining conventional fantasy with classical and Hyborean motifs.

Brother Vinni (NSFW!)
http://www.brother-vinni.com/index_eng.htm
- A small collection of fantasy miniatures, mostly (but not all) women in rather advanced states of undress. However, Vinni is an excellent sculptor and does have some perfectly ordinary fantasy miniatures suitable for any game table.

Cavalcade Wargames
http://cavalcadewargames.com/cavalcade/store.html
- A few unremarkable humans & human-like figures, where they really shine are are their nicely interesting beasts and monsters, with lots of personality and good detail.

Cipher
Former catalogue at http://cipher-studios.com, new owners at http://sodapopminiatures.com/
- Two minis lines, Anima Tactics (with very fine-featured, nearly ethereal figures, inspired by anime-flavoured artwork, with many useable in fantasy) and Hell Dorado (fantasy Age-of-Exploration). The Hell Dorado line is heavily stylized with a hint of cartoonishness to it, but has a wonderful and beautiful motion, great poses, and a high overall quality. Recently sold to Soda Pop miniatures.

Cool Mini Or Not
http://www.coolminiornot.com/shop/miniatures/cmon-miniatures-1
http://www.coolminiornot.com/shop/miniatures/cmon-miniature-limited-edition
- Normally a reseller and an aggregate site, they do have a small line of exclusive figures created for their own sale.

Crocodile
https://www.crocodilegames.com
- Focus mostly on fantasy historical lines of the classical world, but has many miniatures adaptable to general fantasy purposes.

Dark Sword
- http://www.darkswordminiatures.com
Noted for their unique focus on accurate and genuine human proportions for their figures. Some figures feel posed or static, but the sculpture quality is quite high with a large, well-developed catalogue. Also produce the official Game of Thrones minis.

DGS Games
http://www.dgsgames.com/index.php/link-shop
- Medium-to-small line of stock fantasy figures, with good detail and quality. Source a lot of material from some of the lesser-known-but-still-top-shelf French/European sculptors.

Dragon-Bait
http://www.dragon-bait-minis.com
- Small line of conventional fantasy minis, suitable for skirmish games. Sculpted and sold by our own Cotton Eyed Joe.

Enigma
http://enigmaminiatures.com
- Another manufacturer of detail heavy, fairly aggressive figures. These ones have something of an "edge" to them, with a distinctly sinister "dark fantasy" look to their line.

Eureka
10mm: http://eurekamin.com.au/index.php?cPath=87_100_101
18mm: http://eurekamin.com.au/index.php?cPath=87_110_116
28mm: http://eurekamin.com.au/index.php?cPath=87_126_144
- Buried in the gigantic Eureka catalogue are several traditional fantasy packs. The 18mm lineup is comprehensive, but there's only a small smattering of 10mm minis and the 28mm figures are limited mainly to a series of centaurs.

Fenris
http://fenrisgames.com
- Multiple smaller fantasy lines, including their Draugyr undead and their Wyrdworld line of anthropomorphic fantasy creatures.

Figone
http://www.figone.fr
- Like Andrea, they mainly do 54mm showpieces, but have a few 28-32mm figures of good quality.


Foundry
http://www.wargamesfoundry.com
- Long-established manufacturer stretching back to the dawn of time, or, well, close anyway. Focus much more on historicals, but there has always been some fantasy mixed in.

Four A
http://www.fouraminiatures.com/index.htm
- Assorted fantasy minis in a little more of an old-school style, with a mix between conventional personalities and some unconventional creatures.

Freebooter
http://www.freebooterminiatures.de
- Werner Klockes' private enterprise, mostly consisting of pirates, though there are a fair number of pure fantasy figures sprinkled throughout the catalogue.

Games Workshop
Oh, you know the url.
- Everyone's favourite Evil Empire. Quality has risen steadily over the years, but character has declined. They employ an excellent stable of sculptors and still have some winners. CAUTION: Warhammer Fantasy range is currently being exploded and many kits are falling out of production to be replaced with who knows what.

Gamezone
http://gamezoneminiatures.de
- A fairly detailed and dynamic line that seems to follow the WHFB factions and units fairly closely, possibly offering a high-quality alternative to GW.

GCT Studios
http://www.bushido-thegame.com
- Makers of Bushido, an Asian-flavoured (specifically Japanese) game with some interesting and dynamic figures. A nice selection of Asian-style beasts, demons and monsters too.

Guild Ball
http://guildball.com/#home
- Another fantasy football game, this one with teams themed by medieval guild trades; fishermen, butchers, masons, etc. A bit overblown, but fun, with lively sculpts.

Guild of Harmony
http://www.guildofharmony.com/shop_GOH_pg1.php
- A small, but respectable line of minis. Split between Asian-flavoured and more conventional fantasy.

Hasslefree
http://www.hfminis.co.uk
- Much of the lineup is modern or sci-fi, but a sizeable chunk is fantasy. Clean, well-sculpted figures, many of which are quite affordable. Most of the figures universal fantasy types, of games, but there's also the small but very distinct "World of Twilight" fantasy creature line.

Heresy
http://www.heresyminiatures.com/shop
- Energetic and colourful minis, with a focus on a variety of lively demonic or barbaric creatures. Has Steve Buddles' Spyglass range and a few of the old Eolith miniatures as well.

Historic Art Miniatures
http://historicartminiatures.com/?page_id=540
- Another site which mainly makes busts and large display figures, but has a few wargame-sized figures of very high quality. Also known as Nocturna Miniatures.

Imbrian Arts
http://www.imbrianarts.com
- No human-types so far, but many and fantastic goblins and other fantasy creatures, all full of vibrant energy.

Lead Adventures
http://www.lead-adventure.com
- Our very own! The lines produced so far trend towards certain specific areas (I doubt anyone else has quite so many furious pot-armed women lol), but the quality and character is undeniable. 

Mad Puppet
http://www.madpuppetminiatures.com/main.php?zone=cat&cat=1
- A very small fantasy range, but with some excellent work on those few minis to be had.

Magister Militum
www.magistermilitum.com
- Mostly a historical manufacturer, but has a good-sized line of 15mm and 28mm fantasy minis with an old-school 80's/early 90's style.

Maidenhead
http://members.optushome.com.au/cynan
- Specializing in amazons and beastwomen.

Mannikin Studios
http://mannikinstudios.com
- Miniatures based exclusively on Arthur Rackham's paintings. Very small and rather eccentric range, but excellent quality.

Mantic Games
http://www.manticgames.com/home.html
- Another company offering a "Not-WHFB" set of lines, with reasonable quality at a fairly decent price. A good affordable way to assemble a non-GW WHFB army.

Matchlock
http://www.miniaturefigurines.co.uk/Catalogue.aspx?ScaleID=14&CategoryID=70&SubCategoryID=327
- A small line of stock fantasy heroes and villains, offered under Matchlock's Lone Wolf line.

Midlam
http://www.midlamminiatures.co.uk
- A small-to-medium range with a slightly older style. The site has a special focus on dwarves and characters in winter gear, but has a variety of other figures.

Mierce (Bane Legions section is NSFW!)
http://www.mierce-miniatures.com/index.php?act=cat&cre=blg
- Carry two lines. 1) Bane Legions (formerly by Maelstrom Games) is very high quality, but practicality is not their strong suit. Line consists primarily of incredibly large and elaborate multi-part monster kits, and women warriors who wouldn't be out of place at an S&M convention, with a few "chaos"-flavoured "heroes" as well. 2) Templar's Forge is more conventional, with a fair variety of hero figures.

Mithril
http://mithril.ie
- Venerable supplier of a variety of Middle-Earth miniatures, from The Lord of the Rings all the way back to Tolkien's first age. Many figures are generic enough to be useful in a wide variety of settings.

Momminiaturas
http://www.momminiaturas.com
- A small not-GW fantasy line, with a style sometimes reminiscent of Avatars of War or Confrontation.

Morland Studios
http://morlandstudios.com
- A small line, consisting entirely of non-combat female miniatures from a variety of backgrounds (geisha, mermaids, traditional fantasy, etc.).

Nightfolk
http://www.northumbriantinsoldier.co.uk
- Range consists of goblins, faeries, imps, gnomes and other assorted oddities. A slightly darker and more mischievous take on traditional fairy tale characters.

Norsgard
http://www.norsgard.com/store.html
- A norse-themed game with a variety of factions, which is new and being slowly expanded. In addition to their particularly peculiar interpretation of "Norse", they also have some very "civilized" Orc heroes.

Otherworld
http://otherworldminiatures.co.uk
- Old-school style D&D monsters and adventurers, sculpted to modern standards.

Pendraken
http://www.pendraken.co.uk/Fantasy-c21
- Conventional fantasy, but in 10mm format. Nice work at a smaller scale.

Privateer Press
http://privateerpress.com
- PP's world is much more Steampunk than fantasy, but they have a large number of minis adaptable for pure fantasy. Figures often have excessive detail and greebling of steampunk, but are still of a very good quality as well as often being dynamic and interesting. Some minis are quite large.

Raging Heroes
http://www.ragingheroes.com
- A newer company, with many detailed and extremely fluid sculptures. So far mostly focusing on monsters and other strange creatures, with a few other figures besides.

Ral Partha
http://www.ralparthaeurope.co.uk
- Not quite their glory days anymore with few new offerings and a lineup that has its share of dated sculpts, but a good selection that still offers most of their legacy miniatures. The orcs, ogres, trolls and such are still of a high standard, with loads of personality and character and still compare very well to modern high-grade miniatures. They're also very affordable.

Reaper
http://www.reapermini.com
- Such a wide variety of sculptors that there's a tendency to be hit or miss (quality varying by age and and sculptor), but there's still plenty of good figures. Huge catalogue with a tendency to keep much of it in print. The new BONES line of figures in cheapo bendy plastic also offers some of the absolute cheapest wargaming fantasy figures out there, without these being too much worse than regular minis.

Red Box
http://red-box-games.com
- A large and growing line of fantasy sculpts, which - while still fully in the realm of fantasy - have a wonderfully conservative and realistic kit. Tends more towards the smallish side at 28mm non-heroic scale.

Rogue Miniatures
http://www.rogueminiatures.co.uk
- Mostly a producer of modern-era "not-[TV or film character]" minis, they also have a smaller fantasy lineup ("sword" miniatures) based on similar "not-" characters.

Scibor's Monstrous Miniatures
http://sciborminiatures.com
- Scibor's owner has a particular love of dwarves, as well as for dwarven-like intricately detailed and textured surfaces. Great poses, expressions, and attitudes (especially in the holiday offerings). Has a fair number of non-dwarven minis and is working to expand those lines too.

Spellcrow
http://www.spellcrow.com/index.php
- A medium-sized selection that covers a fair cross-section of stock GW-esque fantasy types. Has both monsters and heroes.

Sphere Wars
http://www.spherewars.es
- Medium-sized range of alternate fantasy, similar in some ways to Confrontation's Cadwallon universe. Combines some unconventional beastly folks, new twists on demons, and some humans as well.

Splintered Light
http://www.splinteredlightminis.com
- 28mm line of monsters and dragons, and a 20mm line of old-school 80's style fantasy sculpts.

Statuesque
http://www.statuesqueminiatures.co.uk/c/4421221/1/fantasy.html
- Small range of very colourful and characterful minis by our own Andrew Rae, with the initial offerings fitting the traditional fantasy adventurer archetypes.

Stonehaven
http://stonehavenminiatures.webstorepowered.com
- Newer company starting out with dwarves and gnomes, but with elves coming soon.

Studio 38
http://www.figurines-studio38.com/default.html
- Previously Kraken Editions, they have a decent quality line, including many anthropomorphic creatures if that's your bag. Unfortunately the site does not have an English option and - much worse IMO - is clunkily designed and does not even display their full line of figs. For instance, if you go to their Fantization shop at http://www.fantization.com/alkemy-krakeneditions.aspx you can see there are many more minis there than are on their site. Still worth a look.

Studio McVey
http://www.studiomcvey.com
Some of the very highest sculpture quality available, these extremely fine resin works are priced to match (not for the faint-of-heart!). They are concentrating more on their sedition wars sci-fi line these days, but are still releasing fantasy miniatures as well (albeit at a reduced rate).

Tale of War
http://www.taleofwar.com/shop
- Mostly focused on their very nice and dynamic Ron & Bones pirate line, but their expressive work can also be found in several additional smaller fantasy ranges.

Tercio Creativo
http://terciocreativo.blogspot.ca
- Spanish manufacturer similar to Hell Dorado (age-of-exploration figures, with a Spanish focus, and a flowing stylized feel), but more realistic in sculpting and kit, with a few figures here and there suitable for use in general fantasy settings. Great motion and posing. 

TGCM
http://www.tgcmcreation.com/108-briskars
- 54mm minis with several fantasy/pirate/animal skirmish themes.

Thunderbolt Mountain
http://www.thunderboltmountain.com
- Tom Meiers' personal line of miniatures. Similar to Otherworld and Dark Sword, with a focus on older-style figures and more realistic anatomy.

Titan Forge
http://titan-forge.com/fantasy_miniatures
- Several mid-sized ranges of fantasy miniatures, concentrating mostly on conventional baddies, like orc, demons, and pirates.

Warhansa
http://warhansa.com/
- Several small lines with fantasy and medieval characters, with some eastern European flavour.

Warmonger
http://www.warmongerminiatures.com
- Older Foundry minis as well as new ones in the same vein by some of Foundry's longstanding stuff. Range consists of various old-style orcs.

Warploque
http://www.warploqueminiatures.co.uk
- A small range mostly revolving around orcs, trolls, halflings, and beasts, with a specific focus on halflings, zombie pirates, and "fantasy rednecks" such as bayou-dwelling orcs.

Westfalia
http://westfaliaminiatures.com
- A moderate sized range by several of our own longtime LAF members. A fairly comprehensive halfling army line, with a few humans, goblins, ogres and others. More to come!

Willy-Miniatures
http://willy-miniatures.blogspot.com
- A newer one-man operation, who mainly deals in fantasy-football figures, but quite a few of them are easily adaptable for regular fantasy - many without any conversion.

Wrath of Kings
http://wrathofkings.com
- Bizarre semi-human creatures of various kids. Fairly outlandish and unique sculptures, perhaps slightly reminiscent of Confrontation, only more wild and outré.

Wyrd
http://www.wyrd-games.net/content.php
- Primarily a steampunk/western manufacturer (though one with more of a wild fantastical flavour to it) with a fair number of good-looking minis that can be easily used in a fantasy setting. 

Zenit
http://www.zenitminiatures.es
- A newer Spanish game with a sort of Wakfu-feel to it. The figures are cartoonish, but a little less so than Hell Dorado (comparable to Freebooter). Nice fluid sculptures with plenty of energy.


Special Mention:

Confrontation Miniatures
No website
- Some of the highest overall quality and best character in a major miniatures manufacturer. Also has a fairly unique fantasy feel, with many very distinctive figures. Sadly defunct, with many old minis commanding ridiculous prices. A slightly stylized comic feel typical of many French game companies, though more muted and realistic in tone than some other offerings.

Feel free to add or suggest anyone else - no maker too small!

Title: Re: Sources for the highest-quality fantasy minis?
Post by: jthomlin on March 30, 2012, 08:18:26 AM

The masterful Mr Meier's own range:

http://www.thunderboltmountain.com/

Cheers!
Joe Thomlinson

Title: Re: Sources for the highest-quality fantasy minis?
Post by: Weesparky on March 30, 2012, 08:29:26 AM

Reaper

Title: Re: Sources for the highest-quality fantasy minis?
Post by: Bloodsbane on March 30, 2012, 01:34:24 PM

Great initiative!

Otherworld Miniatures
http://otherworldminiatures.co.uk/
Old school style D&D monsters, sculpted to modern standards.

Freebooter Miniatures
http://www.freebooterminiatures.de/
Werner Klockes' private enterprise, mostly consisting of pirates.

Heresy Miniatures
http://www.heresyminiatures.com/shop/
Stocks Steve Buddles' Spyglass range as well.

Title: Re: Sources for highest-quality fantasy minis?
Post by: FramFramson on March 30, 2012, 05:58:30 PM

Added. Also updated the post with a brief blurb for the "Big Fellows" and added Cipher Studios as well.

Title: Re: Sources for highest-quality fantasy minis?
Post by: Cherno on March 30, 2012, 07:46:58 PM

Ral Partha, the earlier stuff by Tom Meiers and lots of the later stuff, esp. monsters.

Title: Re: Sources for highest-quality fantasy minis?
Post by: Bloodsbane on March 30, 2012, 07:47:36 PM

Imbrian Arts
http://www.imbrianarts.com/
Fantastic goblins from Australia

Mannikin Studios
http://mannikinstudios.com/
Miniatures based on Arthur Rackham's paintings

I'll keep adding them as I think of them :)

Title: Re: Sources for highest-quality fantasy minis?
Post by: FramFramson on March 30, 2012, 08:37:31 PM

Added.

Also, added Brigade, Cavalcade Wargames, Mad Puppet, and Wyrd.

Title: Re: Sources for highest-quality fantasy minis?
Post by: white knight on March 30, 2012, 08:46:40 PM

I made it a sticky to sit alongside the cheap fantasy minis thread. ;)

Title: Re: Sources for highest-quality fantasy minis?
Post by: FramFramson on March 30, 2012, 09:12:48 PM

Oh keen! Thanks!

Also added Thunderbolt, which I'd forgotten to add.

Title: Re: Sources for highest-quality fantasy minis?
Post by: Orctrader on March 30, 2012, 09:36:09 PM

I thought it was April 1st already.   ::)

Quote from: FramFramson on March 30, 2012, 08:06:25 AM

Hasslefree...Can be fairly hit-and-miss for quality. Sometimes the figures tend towards being a bit "doughy" with a rounding that obscures detail and figures...
 

Personally, I could not disagree more with your comments.  Hasslefree quality is second to none and they produce some of the finest miniatures available.  (Which is why I paint so many of them.   :) LINK (http://www.orctrader.co.uk/HFMain.html) )

Quote from: FramFramson on March 30, 2012, 08:06:25 AM

Brigade Models
http://www.brigademodels.co.uk/Celtos/index.html
- Have a fantasy range under their "Celtos" line of figures. Mostly mediocre...
 

I'm speechless...

Title: Re: Sources for highest-quality fantasy minis?
Post by: Comsquare on March 30, 2012, 09:41:37 PM

Tales of War
http://www.taleofwar.com/shop/

Title: Re: Sources for highest-quality fantasy minis?
Post by: Anpu on March 30, 2012, 09:42:59 PM

Quote from: Orctrader on March 30, 2012, 09:36:09 PM

I thought it was April 1st already.   ::)

Personally, I could not disagree more with your comments.  Hasslefree quality is second to none and they produce some of the finest miniatures available.  (Which is why I paint so many of them.   :) LINK (http://www.orctrader.co.uk/HFMain.html) )

I'm speechless...

I have to agree with Orctrader here.

Title: Re: Sources for highest-quality fantasy minis?
Post by: FramFramson on March 30, 2012, 10:04:46 PM

It's not so much that I think all that badly of Hasslefree or Brigade, but they simply do not compare with the offerings from many of the high-end manufacturers on this list, such as Andreas, Confrontation, McVey, Red Box, etc.

I would point out that I still thought Brigade and Hasslefree were worth including on the list and they will most certainly stay on the list.

For the sake of avoiding arguments in what's supposed to be a utility resource thread, I will soften my language somewhat in the OP, though I still stand by my opinion.

EDIT: Added Tales of War.

Title: Re: Sources for highest-quality fantasy minis?
Post by: phreedh on March 31, 2012, 06:49:21 AM

Great thread, Fram! Not much to add, I'm afraid. Black Scorpion, maybe? They only do resin nowadays, but the sculpting is top notch!

http://www.blackscorpionminiatures.com/index.php

The only problem with a thread like this is it's a "slight tad" more subjective than "fantasy, lead and below two quid". =) I would never include the cricket players of Celtos on a list of highest quality minis. =D

Title: Re: Sources for highest-quality fantasy minis?
Post by: FramFramson on March 31, 2012, 07:58:10 AM

It most certainly is more subjective, hence my casting a broader net. Actually, you can see in the posts above there are already some who would dispute your opinion - though I had to laugh... those swords really do look like cricket bats. lol

Scraped out a few more to add. Raging Heroes, Historic Art, and Tercio Creativo.

I'm afraid I couldn't really include Black Scorpion, because (other than fantasy football figures), I didn't see any fantasy figures on their site at all, nor did any seem really suitable for conversion or adaptation to fantasy. If some others really feel this is wrong and want to include them, I suppose I can.

Title: Re: Sources for highest-quality fantasy minis?
Post by: phreedh on March 31, 2012, 10:24:16 AM

Quote from: FramFramson on March 31, 2012, 07:58:10 AM

didn't see any fantasy figures

Fantasy pirates! =) Orcs, undead and human. I'm not going to insist though - add them if you'd like. I agree it's not high fantasy and might not fit the list.

Title: Re: Sources for highest-quality fantasy minis?
Post by: Faber on March 31, 2012, 11:06:12 AM

Very nice thread FF!
I can add only Forgeworld with its "Wharammer Forge" line. Some stunning models there.

Title: Re: Sources for highest-quality fantasy minis?
Post by: FramFramson on April 01, 2012, 02:15:28 AM

Quote from: phreedh on March 31, 2012, 10:24:16 AM

Fantasy pirates! =) Orcs, undead and human. I'm not going to insist though - add them if you'd like. I agree it's not high fantasy and might not fit the list.

Oh it's no trouble. I might as well add them. :)

As for Forgeworld, I think most people really just lump them in with GW.

Title: Re: Sources for highest-quality fantasy minis?
Post by: B. Basiliscus on April 01, 2012, 03:40:02 PM

I personally do not think that GW deserves a place in the honorable mentions unless you're counting them for their huge tacky models and fantastic bit count instead of sculpt quality.
The quality ranges too much between individual models and armies for me. Some are excellent, while others are downright piss. However, I also think their quality has been rising considerably.

Gonna like watching this thread!

Title: Re: Sources for highest-quality fantasy minis?
Post by: Faber on April 01, 2012, 05:42:56 PM

Quote from: FramFramson on April 01, 2012, 02:15:28 AM

As for Forgeworld, I think most people really just lump them in with GW.

do not agree mate. I think Forgeworld fantasy range should have a mention. Especially because if we are talking about "sources" you have to consider that GW and FW are two different sources (you cannot buy FW stuff from GW even if you can buy some GW kits from FW) and two different range (mainly the same factions but no Fimir and no chaos dwarves in GW range). 

Title: Re: Sources for highest-quality fantasy minis?
Post by: shredder on April 02, 2012, 11:13:59 AM

Arguably some of the stuff we stock which is already listed under cheap minis could also fall into this category. I think some of the old Grenadier stuff is pretty excellent, especially the barbarians. If you agree, let the powers that be know and maybe we can be added.

www.forlornhopegames.co.uk (http://www.forlornhopegames.co.uk)

Whether or not we can get up there with the new stuff remains to be seen.

Cheers

Gary

Title: Re: Sources for highest-quality fantasy minis?
Post by: FramFramson on April 02, 2012, 07:38:45 PM

I like some of the figures on forlorn hope, but I'm kind of loath to add suggestions from actual site owners themselves. However if one or two other members think it's worth including, I'll be happy to add your site to the list.

Title: Re: Sources for highest-quality fantasy minis?
Post by: shredder on April 03, 2012, 08:50:20 AM

Quote from: FramFramson on April 02, 2012, 07:38:45 PM

I like some of the figures on forlorn hope, but I'm kind of loath to add suggestions from actual site owners themselves. However if one or two other members think it's worth including, I'll be happy to add your site to the list.

Come on then boys and girls, put your votes in ;-)

Gary

Title: Re: Sources for highest-quality fantasy minis?
Post by: B. Basiliscus on April 03, 2012, 03:39:47 PM

You can get most of those grenadier figures from Miriliton and multiple other providers, so uh...
What from-scratch-sculpts does Forlorn produce that they can actually take credit for? I'd scout it out to offer my vote, but the catalog is a little annoying to navigate and not clearly set out. It would be nice if they displayed the prices a little more 'out in the open'.
Hope I don't come of too brusque..

Title: Re: Sources for highest-quality fantasy minis?
Post by: shredder on April 03, 2012, 03:43:50 PM

Quote from: B. Basiliscus on April 03, 2012, 03:39:47 PM

You can get most of those grenadier figures from Miriliton and multiple other providers, so uh...
What from-scratch-sculpts does Forlorn produce that they can actually take credit for?
Hope I don't come of too brusque..

Not sure about multiple, but certainly 2 I know of (Mirilton and eM4). We are currently working with Doug at eM4 to release a lot of the currently unavailable old Grenadier stuff, and as such we do have the odd item that eM4 doesn't and this should grow.

Currently we don't have any of our own sculpts but are looking to expand these ranges (Robots coming soon). However, I'm not sure we have to be unique and supply our own figures to be in this list, just supply great figures (I might be wrong there, but don't think so)

G

Title: Re: Sources for highest-quality fantasy minis?
Post by: FramFramson on April 03, 2012, 04:56:31 PM

Sorry Shredder! This list is for the original makers. Most of the listed minis sell on many sites, but I have always linked to the homepage for the actual manufacturer.

Title: Re: Sources for highest-quality fantasy minis?
Post by: shredder on April 03, 2012, 04:59:12 PM

Quote from: FramFramson on April 03, 2012, 04:56:31 PM

Sorry Shredder! This list is for the original makers. Most of the listed minis sell on many sites, but I have always linked to the homepage for the actual manufacturer.

No worries, can I suggest getting eM4 on the list then ;-)

Title: Re: Sources for highest-quality fantasy minis?
Post by: Za Zjurman on April 03, 2012, 05:29:23 PM

Quote

No worries, can I suggest getting eM4 on the list then ;-)

I second that. I'm painting up some barbarians right now. When I ordered them they arrived without any flash AND had an undercoat. They were ready to paint.
Briljant quality

Title: Re: Sources for highest-quality fantasy minis?
Post by: Varangian on April 04, 2012, 04:59:14 AM

Without having had any of their models in my hands yet I would have to suggest we look at Red Box Games.

http://red-box-games.com/

I'm seriously drooling over their undead stuff.

Title: Re: Sources for highest-quality fantasy minis?
Post by: FramFramson on April 04, 2012, 06:20:35 AM

Red Box is already on the list ;)

Title: Re: Sources for highest-quality fantasy minis?
Post by: Drachenklinge on April 04, 2012, 08:23:58 AM

I like to add something to the Gamezones.

I recently have perchased some dwarves of them and though there are of good overall quality, they are a bit to less detailed and have some (not so bad, though) flashes which makes them not really deserving to be of "high end" standard to me. Do not misunderstand me, I LIKE them, HAVE them and I am glad about it. But compared to - say - Freebooter, Rackham and such it is simply not the same "level" to me.

With the GW-minis I like to second Basiliscus in post above somewhere. It is amazing how they have improved the standards, but after all these years they often lack a bit in the b-position of posing, due to their rank&file system. It is understandable, but nonetheless a point against them as "high end in all entries".

I like to explain high-end from my point of view with these rackham models (the old confro 3.x ones!!) - I am so to speak a hardcore dwarven player, but with Confro I realy was amazed with EVEREY tribe within this system - even my hated un-dead ones.
Posing, detailes and such ... unbelievable.

However, I know that the technical standards where rising, especially over the last years, too, so it is often hard to compare older manufactures with the newer ones.

just my 2 (make it 5 ^^) ct

best wishes
Drachenklinge

great to ponder and browse through this thread

Title: Re: Sources for highest-quality fantasy minis?
Post by: FramFramson on April 04, 2012, 01:44:54 PM

All fair points, but as mentioned I have been trying to include more miniatures than not. If it was truly a list of the very very highest quality only, it'd probably be like... Studio McVey and a few other manufacturers with very small lines. While that would be a little more accurate, it wouldn't really be useful to people looking for particular minis!

Also: added http://www.warploqueminiatures.co.uk/

Title: Re: Sources for highest-quality fantasy minis?
Post by: FramFramson on April 04, 2012, 01:54:26 PM

Added http://blackballgames.com/

Question for you guys. I'm thinking of putting BaneLords (http://banelegions.maelstromgames.co.uk/?cat=1) on the list, but it seems like they have no site of their own? Maelstrom Games is just a big store... is BaneLords Maelstrom's "in-house" line, are they the official distributor, or what's going on here? 

Title: Re: Sources for highest-quality fantasy minis?
Post by: Varangian on April 04, 2012, 02:10:14 PM

Quote from: FramFramson on April 04, 2012, 06:20:35 AM

Red Box is already on the list ;)

D'oh! How did I miss that!?

I shouldn't try to contribute when up too late  :(

Title: Re: Sources for highest-quality fantasy minis?
Post by: abdul666lw on April 05, 2012, 10:08:18 PM

Raging Heroes http://www.ragingheroes.com/ (http://www.ragingheroes.com/) is currently concentrating on fantasy female fighters, with a leader, an 'army banner' pair and a unit of 'Not Witch Elves'.
Even people disliking 'unrealistic' style of armor and weapons (and scantily clad female warriors) praise the quality of the sculpting.

And, yes, you should really add Banelords http://banelegions.maelstromgames.co.uk/?cat=1 (http://banelegions.maelstromgames.co.uk/?cat=1): it can't be denied that they make highest-quality fantasy minis.

Title: Re: Sources for highest-quality fantasy minis?
Post by: FramFramson on April 06, 2012, 03:59:14 AM

Raging heroes is also already on the list ;)

Does BaneLegions have an official website anywhere or is the Maelstrom Games portal it?

Title: Re: Sources for highest-quality fantasy minis?
Post by: FramFramson on April 06, 2012, 06:18:29 AM

Added DGS games

http://02be64b.netsolhost.com/DGSstore/index.php

Title: Re: Sources for highest-quality fantasy minis?
Post by: abdul666lw on April 06, 2012, 06:02:40 PM

Don't see Kingdom Death http://shop.kingdom-death.com/ (http://shop.kingdom-death.com/) in the list.
Limited range, poses sometimes too casual, size (# 36mm) making the minis incompatible with most ranges, but what sculpting!

Title: Re: Sources for highest-quality fantasy minis?
Post by: FramFramson on April 06, 2012, 06:59:42 PM

Yeah, I don't know why they chose to do everything in 40mm, since that will only frustrate anyone not looking to do one-off showpeices. That's actually why I hadn't included them - they've got nothing to game with!

Title: Re: Sources for highest-quality fantasy minis?
Post by: FramFramson on April 09, 2012, 07:15:10 PM

Added:

Studio 38, whose website is pretty bad, but has some nice figures.

GCT Studios, who make a small, but quickly growing line of fantasy asian-style figures.

Title: Re: Sources for highest-quality fantasy minis?
Post by: FramFramson on April 19, 2012, 09:38:34 PM

Adding Willy Miniatures (http://willy-miniatures.blogspot.com/)

No storefront yet. The site is mainly fantasy-football figures, but quite a few of them are easily adaptable for regular fantasy - many without any conversion at all.

Title: Re: Sources for highest-quality fantasy minis?
Post by: FramFramson on April 21, 2012, 04:31:40 AM

http://wrathofkings.com/

A new game featuring some bizarre semi-human creatures of various kids. Fairly outlandish and unique sculptures, perhaps slightly reminiscent of Confrontation, on a more wild and outré.

Title: Re: Sources for highest-quality fantasy minis?
Post by: FramFramson on April 21, 2012, 04:41:16 AM

I keep discovering all these little Spanish studios! My goodness, how many of them are there?

Zenit
http://www.zenitminiatures.es/en/
- A newer Spanish game with a sort of Wakfu-feel to it. The figures are cartoonish, but a little less so than Hell Dorado (probably more comparable to Freebooter). Like most of the more cartoonish minis, these are nice fluid sculptures with plenty of energy.

Title: Re: Sources for highest-quality fantasy minis?
Post by: Andrew May on April 22, 2012, 12:44:20 AM

I'm not being funny but isn't this all really just personal opinion? There's some top stuff in that list, in fact there's not much a can really complain about but "top quality"??? It just reads as a list of fantasy manufacturers. :?

Title: Re: Sources for highest-quality fantasy minis?
Post by: FramFramson on April 22, 2012, 04:37:02 AM

Quote from: Andrew May on April 22, 2012, 12:44:20 AM

I'm not being funny but isn't this all really just personal opinion? There's some top stuff in that list, in fact there's not much a can really complain about but "top quality"??? It just reads as a list of fantasy manufacturers. :?

I freely admit that this is all opinion!

A more relevant answer is that I would rather be inclusive than get into fights about who belongs on the list. So if someone wants a manufacturer on the list and they're not obviously terrible, then I'll add them.

Title: Re: Sources for highest-quality fantasy minis?
Post by: Andrew May on April 22, 2012, 10:27:16 AM

 8)

Title: Re: Sources for highest-quality fantasy minis?
Post by: FramFramson on April 26, 2012, 03:26:55 AM

Morland Studios
http://morlandstudios.com/
- A small line, consisting entirely of non-combat female miniatures from a variety of backgrounds (geisha, mermaids, traditional fantasy, etc.).

I think this is Greg Morland's personal site? I don't see his full name listed anywhere, though it certainly does look like his stuff.

EDIT: Not Greg... damn, can't remember the right first name. Well, anyhoo...

Title: Re: Sources for highest-quality fantasy minis?
Post by: FramFramson on April 27, 2012, 07:07:56 AM

Spellcrow
http://www.spellcrow.com/index.php
- A medium-sized selection that covers a fair cross-section of stock GW-esque fantasy types. Has both monsters and heroes.

Title: Re: Sources for highest-quality fantasy minis?
Post by: white knight on May 15, 2012, 05:00:26 PM

Quote from: FramFramson on April 22, 2012, 04:37:02 AM

A more relevant answer is that I would rather be inclusive than get into fights about who belongs on the list. So if someone wants a manufacturer on the list and they're not obviously terrible, then I'll add them.

Wouldn't it be more appropriate to rename the thread to "Sources for quality fantasy minis" then?

Title: Re: Sources for highest-quality fantasy minis?
Post by: Neldoreth on May 15, 2012, 07:04:24 PM

I simply can't believe that nobody has mentioned Mantic Games here yet! Mantic games is arguably producing some of the best figures for value at the moment!

Also, Wargames Factory has a few plastic sets: skeletons and orcs.

n.

Title: Re: Sources for highest-quality fantasy minis?
Post by: FramFramson on May 21, 2012, 07:39:14 PM

Sorry, I seemed to miss the reference to Mantic. I think when I first saw their site, I thought they were mostly doing sci-fi lines. Anyway, they're added now.

I seem to have developed almost a fetish for new small-time producers... but there really seem to be a lot of those lately! I suppose given current work prospects for young Europeans, it's as good a thing to try as any. It would explain why there are so many little Spanish startups...

I would like to add these three to the list but am holding off for now, since they're still a bit underdone. Origen is well-set up, but only has a single 30mm figure, the Norsgard site and figure line are still under construction, and Anastyr doesn't even have a blog yet, let alone a website. You should be able to make purchases from Origen just fine and soon from Norsgard as well.

Origen Arts
http://origenart.blogspot.com.es/
- Pedro Fernandez personal works. Looks very promising so far (and I can personally attest to the extremely fine detail on the one figure 30mm he has produced to date).

Norsgard
http://www.norsgard.com/store.html
- A norse-themed game which is still a work in progress.

Anastyr
http://radiodustinforma.blogspot.ca/p/anastyr.html
- No website or store yet, but a substantial amount of sculpting and art work has been done, which is the more important part after all.

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: Prof.Witchheimer on May 25, 2012, 02:49:57 PM

I've renamed the thread to "Sources for quality fantasy minis". Just deleted the "Highest" (too individual and too superlative) and the "?". I wouldn't care to rename a simple thread about fantasy miniatures manufacturer but as this topic is a sticky on this forum, it should be have only informative, so no question mark and a neutral name.

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: FramFramson on May 25, 2012, 03:47:40 PM

The funny thing is that White Knight just asked me about making the same change and I agreed it was a good call, so I came here to change it, only to see it was already done.

The Prof: Saving me the work since 2012.  8)

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: abdul666lw on August 11, 2012, 05:02:32 PM

Ax faction
Seemingly a 1-man, probably part-time, enterprise: female minis, 3 so far -2 fantasy & 1 Steampunk
http://www.axfaction.com/#!shop (http://www.axfaction.com/#!shop)
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Ax-Faction/422693267753276?sk=photos (http://www.facebook.com/pages/Ax-Faction/422693267753276?sk=photos)

A good pic of their 'Dragon hunter' there: http://theminiaturespage.com/boards/msg.mv?id=273116 (http://theminiaturespage.com/boards/msg.mv?id=273116)
(some screamed because the image was 'NSFW' so I post only a link to the thread  :D).
About her (lack of) armour and dress, it's well known that in most fantasy settings the protective value of female armour is inversely proportional to the area covered; she could have a shield she dropped to take her trophy; and to hunt a dragon she was more probably riding a giant bird than a horse: sitting on cosy down feathers, chafing on thighs is not an issue ;)

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: FramFramson on August 12, 2012, 05:17:51 PM

That fellow sure is fond of skin!

But three minis is enough for inclusion.

I also added Norsgard to the main post and improved my review of Hasslefree. Kev's been releasing nicer and nicer stuff all the time.  

EDIT: I suppose if we're including Ax Faction, then Bane Legions ought to get a mention too.

EDIT2: I have also corrected the URL for the Andreas Minis page, since they updated their website.

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: Paleskin on September 05, 2012, 11:36:09 PM

If three miss gets in then I propose myself!

Rogue miniatures,against your rules to self nominate though isn't it? :o

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: FramFramson on September 07, 2012, 08:48:57 PM

Quote from: Paleskin on September 05, 2012, 11:36:09 PM

If three miss gets in then I propose myself!

Rogue miniatures,against your rules to self nominate though isn't it? :o

Maybe, maybe not. But you'd need to provide a link at any rate!

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: abdul666lw on October 04, 2012, 07:36:09 PM

 Mierce Miniatures (http://www.mierce-miniatures.com/index.php): the wargaming part of Maelstorm Games (BaneLegions and Templar's Forge ranges ), autonomous under another name. Develops a new fantasy setting game 'Darklands', where some Banebeasts and Banelords were 'relocated'.
(http://www.mierce-miniatures.com/store_mierceminiatures/images_product/mrm_dkl_fmr_blr_wld_101_000_01_large.png)

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: FramFramson on October 05, 2012, 04:01:00 AM

Added Meirce (and removed old Maelstrom Games Bane Legions link) and Rogue.

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: FramFramson on November 25, 2012, 07:14:49 PM

Updated with Sphere Wars.

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: Quendil on November 25, 2012, 07:21:57 PM

How about Mithril Miniatures?

http://mithril.ie/ (http://mithril.ie/)

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: FramFramson on November 26, 2012, 05:13:04 AM

I thought they were going to go belly-up and had stopped producing new figures? Or maybe I'd misheard?

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: Quendil on November 26, 2012, 05:56:53 PM

Quote from: FramFramson on November 26, 2012, 05:13:04 AM

I thought they were going to go belly-up and had stopped producing new figures? Or maybe I'd misheard?

Nope still going strong

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: FramFramson on November 27, 2012, 05:40:36 PM

Well then! On the list they go!

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: FramFramson on January 05, 2013, 04:53:26 PM

Added http://www.midlamminiatures.co.uk/

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: SunDevil on June 10, 2013, 02:00:56 AM

We could add Impact Miniatures to the list.  They make a lot of cool creatures and carry sculpts from other studios.

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: FramFramson on June 10, 2013, 06:48:47 AM

Do they actually make any of their minis lines themselves? I thought they were a pure reseller/store.

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: tibour on August 08, 2013, 04:16:55 PM

How about Spartan games? They are now doing 28mm with their Dystopian Legions.

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: FramFramson on August 16, 2013, 07:48:38 AM

Sorry, forgot to reply to this, but Spartan Games' output is really more Steampunk for now. Though if they release some fantasy models in the future, I'll be happy to add them to the list.

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: beefcake on August 16, 2013, 08:21:08 AM

I'm sure I have a spartan games Minotaur, although that could then be thought of as mythological instead of fantasy, but still fantasy I guess?

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: FramFramson on August 17, 2013, 02:30:43 AM

I couldn't find any minotaurs or individual fantasy figures on their website (though they do have a fantasy ship battle line). Are you sure that's a Spartan Games figure?

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: beefcake on August 17, 2013, 03:12:57 AM

Absolutely sure. Found a few images of it online with the spartan games logo attached. Which also makes sense as it is Greek mythology. I think it must now be out of production though as I can't see it in their store either. I bought one from wayland games not so long ago.

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: FramFramson on August 17, 2013, 04:48:55 AM

If it's this guy: http://www.ebay.ca/itm/Spartan-Games-40mm-Lesser-Minotaur-1-OOP-/250999742364

then yes, it's OOP. I guess they discontinued their fantasy lines?  :?

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: beefcake on August 17, 2013, 05:57:09 AM

That's the one. Looks like. Bulky mini but it is actually quite flat which is a pity.
Seems strange that they discontinued all their mythological stuff yet kept the name spartan games. ???

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: lordbert on August 19, 2013, 09:07:01 PM

http://titan-forge.com/ do some excellent minis

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: manic _miner on August 19, 2013, 09:16:22 PM

 Would my little range go in here too  :D.

http://www.fouraminiatures.com/

 Cheers

 Andy C.

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: FramFramson on August 20, 2013, 02:51:56 AM

Added both!

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: Lostman on October 08, 2013, 11:35:21 PM

you can add Elite Wargames and Models
no web site as yet but some of the figures can be seen on this blog

http://glynrr.blogspot.co.uk/

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: Quirkworthy on October 16, 2013, 10:38:20 AM

What about Foundry?

http://www.wargamesfoundry.com

They have huge ranges of both mythological and straight fantasy figures. Some are good, some haven't aged well, but there are some lovely pieces among them.

Not all are currently on the website (WIP), though they're still mostly available for sale if you care to ring them up.

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: FramFramson on October 17, 2013, 05:38:44 AM

Foundry are on the other list, for the low-cost minis.

Plus, when I originally did up the list they'd been in decline for a long time - it was before the old management took the reins again. For now, I think I'll let them be the bigger player on the cheap figures list.

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: Quirkworthy on October 17, 2013, 08:41:52 AM

I can't see Foundry on the cheap figures list and I'm not sure their prices qualify for that list anyway.

It doesn't matter which list they are on, it just seems a bit weird that companies with only single figures of fantasy models are listed, and Foundry who sell several hundred aren't to be seen.

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: Vermis on December 05, 2013, 01:45:07 PM

On the subject of qualifying for lists, and with respect: this 'ere is the quality fantasy minis topic.

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: FramFramson on January 30, 2014, 04:24:16 AM

Added Stonehaven miniatures

Stonehaven
http://stonehavenminiatures.webstorepowered.com/
- Newer company starting out with dwarves and gnomes, but with elves coming soon.

Will add the new Alkemy shop once it's up.

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: LordOdo on January 30, 2014, 09:39:18 PM

Just noticed

http://sciborminiatures.com/

They make some lovely miniatures!

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: FramFramson on January 30, 2014, 11:36:45 PM

Quote from: LordOdo on January 30, 2014, 09:39:18 PM

Just noticed

http://sciborminiatures.com/

They make some lovely miniatures!

On the list already ;)

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: LordOdo on January 31, 2014, 05:21:56 PM

Quote from: FramFramson on January 30, 2014, 11:36:45 PM

On the list already ;)

Oops.. didn't check.. ::)

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: Cushionsnbeans on April 13, 2014, 11:20:32 AM

I would like to add my 'Nightfolk' (http://ntseshop.co.uk/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=178&zenid=m7p71aiq0dnu73na3juqs7ai57) range if I could.  :)
Our growing range consists of goblins, faeries, imps, gnomes and other assorted creatures and oddities.
They have a fairy tale feel combined with a slightly darker and more mischievous character.

www.northumbriantinsoldier.co.uk

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: FramFramson on April 15, 2014, 05:15:42 AM

Added!

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: FramFramson on May 17, 2014, 04:52:23 PM

As mentioned, an Alkemy fan group has obtained the rights to the game, including prodction. Well, their shop is now open for business and has been added to the list!

http://alkemy-the-game.com/shop/

The Khalimans might be the best-sculpted line of "cat people" ever produced and the other lines aren't too shabby either. In addition to the usual fantasy gangs, there's also a Shaoliln-fantasy faction that people have liked.

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: beefcake on May 18, 2014, 08:25:51 AM

That is awesome news. Cat people time!!!

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: Andrew Rae on May 18, 2014, 11:11:46 PM

May I humbly suggest my own little (but set to grow) fantasy range?  :) http://www.statuesqueminiatures.co.uk/c/4421221/1/fantasy.html (http://www.statuesqueminiatures.co.uk/c/4421221/1/fantasy.html)

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: FramFramson on May 18, 2014, 11:57:42 PM

No problem. I should have added the site once the main set was released anyway!

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: Katsuhiko JiNNai on May 26, 2014, 05:06:35 PM

I suggest the australian MaidenHead Miniatures
http://members.optushome.com.au/cynan/

They offer many female amazons and female beastwomen, I bought some beastwomen for my bloodbowl chaos team (needed some female beastmen for my slaanesh team)

another company is Blood Moon Miniatures:
http://www.bloodmoonminis.com/CatalogTrial/

they have the bog raiders, that we could simple call Fimirs ;) (I bought and painted a group of bog raiders)

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: Luddite on February 02, 2015, 05:24:36 PM

Not sure if this is the right thread, but for 10mm fantasy, Pendraken are worth a look.

http://www.pendraken.co.uk/Fantasy-c21/ (http://www.pendraken.co.uk/Fantasy-c21/)

Thet're releasing new sculpts soon, and i've reviewed some of them here:  http://luddite1811.blogspot.co.uk/2015/01/pendraken-warband-fantasy-army-packs.html (http://luddite1811.blogspot.co.uk/2015/01/pendraken-warband-fantasy-army-packs.html)

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: Duff on February 02, 2015, 06:04:58 PM

Bronze Age Miniatures in the US and Fenris Games in the UK both deserve to be on that list. The Fenris Wyrd World
range in particular is just brilliant.

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: FramFramson on February 18, 2015, 05:43:46 PM

An overdue update with all the listed recommendations. Though Blood Moon's website acts... odd, I must say.

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: Vauln on March 19, 2015, 01:37:58 AM

Alternative to GW...

http://www.momminiaturas.com/ (http://www.momminiaturas.com/)

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: FramFramson on April 18, 2015, 05:24:07 AM

Added Guild Ball: http://guildball.com/#home and momminiaturas: http://www.momminiaturas.com/

Also potentially will add B-Sieged, though it's uncertain if the figures will be available for purchase outside the boardgame. They're comical and florid, but quite well-done:

(http://www.b-sieged.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/osvith-mini-painted.jpg)

(http://www.b-sieged.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/eileen-mini-painted.jpg)

(http://www.b-sieged.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/lugh-mini-painted.jpg)

(http://www.b-sieged.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/myrina-mini-painted.jpg)

(https://fbcdn-sphotos-b-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xfp1/t31.0-8/p640x640/11155131_1622846404617310_7291149993027868605_o.jpg)

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: FramFramson on June 02, 2015, 06:31:17 PM

Added http://www.dragon-bait-minis.com/

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: Schrumpfkopf on June 09, 2015, 08:00:33 PM

Foundry and Warmonger?

:--)

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: FramFramson on June 10, 2015, 05:33:26 PM

Warmonger doesn't really appear to have anything yet besides a block of 10mm pike?

But how on earth had we gone on this long without anyone realizing Foundry wasn't on the list?!

I also took the time to clean up the post a bit. It should be noted that I am treading close to the character limit on that post...

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: fred on June 10, 2015, 07:37:26 PM

There are two Warmonger miniatures which doesn't help matters
There is the US one doing 10mm
http://www.warmonger-miniatures.com/store/10mm-landsknechte/
They are about to add a 3rd pack of hand gunners to the range - these could be historical figures used for fantasy, rather then pure fantasy figures

And there is a UK one doing 28mm
https://www.facebook.com/warmongerminiatures

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: Schrumpfkopf on June 10, 2015, 08:54:04 PM

Exactly. I am Talking about The Kev W. And Brian A. foundry Spin off.
The beatmen that they preview look really interesting.

Quote from: fred on June 10, 2015, 07:37:26 PM

There are two Warmonger miniatures which doesn't help matters
There is the US one doing 10mm
http://www.warmonger-miniatures.com/store/10mm-landsknechte/
They are about to add a 3rd pack of hand gunners to the range - these could be historical figures used for fantasy, rather then pure fantasy figures

And there is a UK one doing 28mm
https://www.facebook.com/warmongerminiatures

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: FramFramson on June 11, 2015, 07:23:32 PM

Ah, okay, the latter I can add.

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: A Lot of Gaul on July 21, 2015, 08:10:51 PM

I don't think that these have been mentioned yet. Eureka Miniatures in Australia have some very nice fantasy figures, in three different sizes.

10mm: http://eurekamin.com.au/index.php?cPath=87_100_101 (http://eurekamin.com.au/index.php?cPath=87_100_101)

18mm: http://eurekamin.com.au/index.php?cPath=87_110_116 (http://eurekamin.com.au/index.php?cPath=87_110_116)

28mm: http://eurekamin.com.au/index.php?cPath=87_126_144 (http://eurekamin.com.au/index.php?cPath=87_126_144)

Cheers,
Scott

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: api on July 22, 2015, 10:29:12 PM

Hi,

A french studio is making a fantasy/pirate/animal/skirmish miniatures games.
Scaled in 54mm, miniatures are of good quality.

http://www.tgcmcreation.com/108-briskars

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: FramFramson on July 23, 2015, 03:03:52 AM

both added  :)

I guess I shouldn't be surprised that buried in the Eureka catalogue there were fantasy minis somewhere  lol

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: Shieldwolf Miniatures on July 25, 2015, 11:35:30 AM

Funny we are not mentioned :-)

www.shieldwolfminiatures.com

28mm scale mass army fantasy game in hard plastic and resin
(Shieldwolf has also designed some 54mm scale Dragons and busts which should be showing up in the next couple of months)

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: api on July 27, 2015, 07:23:37 AM

Quote from: Shieldwolf Miniatures on July 25, 2015, 11:35:30 AM

Funny we are not mentioned :-)

www.shieldwolfminiatures.com

28mm scale mass army fantasy game in hard plastic and resin
(Shieldwolf has also designed some 54mm scale Dragons and busts which should be showing up in the next couple of months)

Very nice minis!

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: Shieldwolf Miniatures on July 27, 2015, 07:34:40 AM

@api

Thank you.  :D
Wait till you see what's in the works for KS-2, I'll give you a new definition of "nice"  ;)

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: Vanvlak on July 27, 2015, 07:58:32 AM

Mountain Miniatures - http://www.mountainminiatures.co.uk/ (http://www.mountainminiatures.co.uk/)
Just 3 pig-faced orcs with a 4th on the way so far, so there may be others to follow.

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: Annie on August 05, 2015, 03:34:57 PM

Me...hopefully!

Bad Squiddo Games/The Dice Bag Lady
http://thedicebaglady.net/female-miniatures/

Still starting up but a nice little range of miniatures that is increasing exponentially! Shieldmaidens and Orcs, but lots of classes and types to follow. Also importantly, I stock the largest collection of female miniatures from manufacturers all over the world. So a good one stop shop to get models from the list here.

Cheers, Annie

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: DeafNala on August 25, 2015, 10:09:54 PM

Funny thing: I can't find a link to Lead Adventure Miniatures. SO, I figured there would be one here. I run down the list AND I'm greeted with "do you really need an URL...you're @@!!$**&@! right I do...this is definitely one of those days.

http://www.lead-adventure.com/

Thanks, TMP.

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: weismonsters on September 01, 2015, 12:19:13 PM

I have been looking at some miniatures from Degrá and Figone. They seem to be of an extremely high quality, although I have not purchased any. Will be interested in hearing opinion of anyone who has.

As I understand it, the guy who did Degrá went to Forgeworld, but the stuff is stilll retailing through various outlets, e.g. e-minis.

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: FramFramson on September 01, 2015, 06:17:46 PM

Quote from: Annie on August 05, 2015, 03:34:57 PM

Me...hopefully!

Bad Squiddo Games/The Dice Bag Lady
http://thedicebaglady.net/female-miniatures/

Still starting up but a nice little range of miniatures that is increasing exponentially! Shieldmaidens and Orcs, but lots of classes and types to follow. Also importantly, I stock the largest collection of female miniatures from manufacturers all over the world. So a good one stop shop to get models from the list here.

Cheers, Annie

Forgive me, but aren't you just distributing here, selling figures produced elsewhere? Is Bad Squiddo producing original figures as well?

EDIT: Oops, never mind. You do have your own. Found them after all. Okay, no problem, added.

Quote from: weismonsters on September 01, 2015, 12:19:13 PM

I have been looking at some miniatures from Degrá and Figone. They seem to be of an extremely high quality, although I have not purchased any. Will be interested in hearing opinion of anyone who has.

As I understand it, the guy who did Degrá went to Forgeworld, but the stuff is stilll retailing through various outlets, e.g. e-minis.

Yeah, I don't know of a single all-around portal I could refer to for him. I do have Figone.

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: Khadrin Stonetooth on September 03, 2015, 05:02:20 PM

Hi there

I am but a newbie on the forum but what about :
Splintered Light miniatures
Magister Militum

Khadrin

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: Shieldwolf Miniatures on September 05, 2015, 06:42:31 AM

Quote from: Khadrin Stonetooth on September 03, 2015, 05:02:20 PM

Hi there

I am but a newbie on the forum but what about :
Splintered Light miniatures
Magister Militum

Khadrin

www.splinteredlightminis.com

www.magistermilitum.com

(You are welcome)  8)

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: Khadrin Stonetooth on September 05, 2015, 08:58:27 PM

Thanks Shieldwolf. I knew their website. I was just surprised not to see them on the OP list.
Thanks anyway.

Khadrin

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: frogimus on September 06, 2015, 12:10:35 AM

Regarding Anima Tactics and Helldorado, Cipher has apparently turned them over to Soda Pop Miniatures.

So, maybe show Cipher as defunct and add an entry for Soda Pop Miniatures?

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: Shieldwolf Miniatures on September 06, 2015, 10:16:01 PM

Quote from: Khadrin Stonetooth on September 05, 2015, 08:58:27 PM

Thanks Shieldwolf. I knew their website. I was just surprised not to see them on the OP list.
Thanks anyway.

Khadrin

Apologies Khadrin, I didn't mean it as a "smart" move or intended that you didn't know them, I only posted the websites urls so people can visit them easier/quicker. If you want I can simply delte/edit my post  ???

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: Khadrin Stonetooth on September 06, 2015, 11:05:37 PM

No need to apologise mate I only hold grudges with orcs  ;)

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: FramFramson on September 07, 2015, 06:25:25 AM

Splintered Light and Magister Militum were added yesterday (but I forgot to post about it) and for now, I've noted the Cipher change, by adding the URL. Once we know for sure what Soda Pop is doing with the lines, I can update it further.

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: Duregar on September 07, 2015, 10:06:56 AM

Hi,

I just wanted to bring some attention to this little Spanish miniature company.

They have a very nice human and dwarf 28mm. fantasy range.

http://blackchapelminiatures.com/en/


Duregar

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: Deraj on November 10, 2015, 01:41:26 PM

I've got some high-quality resin figures inspired by Slavic folklore (Baba Yaga, Vlad the Impaler, etc.) available at my company's kickstarter here: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1098010653/slavic-fantasy-miniatures-by-deraj-studios

(https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpf1/v/t1.0-9/12187829_1257763794249899_494444706614399803_n.jpg?oh=0fdcf06e5ff6011095a4dd8b5f038961&oe=56B0BD1D)


(https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xft1/v/t1.0-9/12065607_1255007427858869_8611837335091218671_n.jpg?oh=b1ae58645d41898265cd3a229adaa276&oe=56F5BE70)


(https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xft1/t31.0-8/12194863_1260304000662545_289688973582971159_o.jpg)


(https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xaf1/v/t1.0-9/12042700_1234624136563865_5791902413788912590_n.jpg?oh=e027ddf80bfce3573d4ffd02fc2e9dfb&oe=56BA7FCD)

Let me know what y'all think. Also if any mods think that this post should be moved to another forum thread or deleted by all means do so, I don't mean to intrude.

Sincerely,
Anderson of Deraj Studios

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: The Red Graf on November 10, 2015, 02:31:08 PM

I signed up for the one figure deal. If Baba Yaga's house is as cool as the concept art I may have to go all in.

On a side note, my wife is a Russian speaking Ukrainian named Yana and I like to tease her that one day she's going to be Baba Yana. Not sure why but that amuses the hell out of me, her not so much.  lol

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: Deraj on November 12, 2015, 04:46:49 AM

Quote from: The Red Graf on November 10, 2015, 02:31:08 PM

I signed up for the one figure deal. If Baba Yaga's house is as cool as the concept art I may have to go all in.

On a side note, my wife is a Russian speaking Ukrainian named Yana and I like to tease her that one day she's going to be Baba Yana. Not sure why but that amuses the hell out of me, her not so much.  lol

Thank you for the support! I'm currently working securing a sculptor on the miniature so hopefully I'll have that to show you sooner rather than later.

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: FramFramson on November 12, 2015, 06:39:28 PM

Hi Deraj, do you have a formal store of some kind open? I don't really include kickstarter campaigns - just permanent shops. Especially since many of the miniatures don't actually exist yet!

Once you're more settled, I'd be happy to add your stuff to the list.

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: Macrocosm on December 21, 2015, 07:54:45 AM

Macrocosm Miniatures has 3 different armies in the making for their Shortwars range.

http://www.macrocosm.co.uk/product-category/shortwars/

Might be oth adding to the list?

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: beefcake on December 21, 2015, 07:57:56 AM

So that's where the old HFminis chaotic dwarves are gone. :)

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: Macrocosm on December 28, 2015, 08:24:12 AM

Quote from: beefcake on December 21, 2015, 07:57:56 AM

So that's where the old HFminis chaotic dwarves are gone. :)

And expanded.......
Keep an eye out for more coming soon.

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: beefcake on December 28, 2015, 09:33:14 AM

Only dwarf range I ever bought (then I Bought some Asgard good dwarfs later, but yours are the only painted ones.) reckon I'll have to expand the band.

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: Shaved Dwarf on December 28, 2015, 11:23:15 AM

Ah, nice blunderbuss dwarves! :-*

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: MarkAW on February 16, 2016, 12:35:32 PM

I'd like to suggest you might add to the list Viking Forge Miniatures in the US who picked up a lot of the old Asgard Miniatures ranges.

Some of Asgard's late (1970s) stuff was pretty crude I'd agree ('though as somebody who grew up in Nottingham and started wargaming around 1978 they are fondly remembered!), but their early 1980s Fantasy Orcs range (sculpted by a young pre-GW Jes Goodwin) were a major step forward and I'd suggest are some of the best orcs/goblins ever produced - these figures are simply oozing with character and malice!

http://www.thevikingforge.net/25mm-fantasy-orcs.html

And in light of a recent discussion thread here on LAF about "Orcs and the "gamefication" of Middle Earth" (http://leadadventureforum.com/index.php?topic=86688.0) these miniatures are hunched over, bow-legged and slant-eyed and I'd argue fit the brief perfectly for "Tolkien-style" orcs/goblins!

Cheers, Mark

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: Maledrakh on March 09, 2016, 12:09:51 PM

http://www.oathswornminiatures.co.uk/ (http://www.oathswornminiatures.co.uk/)

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: Whitehorn on April 10, 2016, 05:40:20 PM

New to the market. Expect the range to grow quickly :)

http://krakongames.com/product-category/miniatures/

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: Shieldwolf Miniatures on April 12, 2016, 08:35:43 AM

Quote from: Whitehorn on April 10, 2016, 05:40:20 PM

New to the market. Expect the range to grow quickly :)

http://krakongames.com/product-category/miniatures/

Welcome @Whitehorn  :)

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: Plus Four on May 13, 2016, 07:51:53 AM

Does anyone know if it's still possible to get hold of the Obelisk Miniatures Darkest Africa Baboons?

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: beefcake on May 13, 2016, 08:36:38 AM

Oathsworn seem to have dropped a lot of their range. :'(

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: Khadrin Stonetooth on May 14, 2016, 04:06:42 PM

That's a pity, their dwarves were really nice ones. :(

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: Morgan on May 16, 2016, 08:54:11 AM

Quote from: beefcake on May 13, 2016, 08:36:38 AM

Oathsworn seem to have dropped a lot of their range. :'(

I've found them to be very responsive to emails - it might just be that they haven't made it onto the website (which is pretty new) or that they are put to one side whilst the animals and heroines projects are being pushed forwards. Drop them a line and ask.

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: Schrumpfkopf on October 31, 2016, 12:11:19 PM

http://westfaliafantasybattles.com

KS is over, minis have made it into the shop :--)

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: FramFramson on November 04, 2016, 05:38:18 PM

Added!

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: julius1880 on December 05, 2016, 01:14:31 AM

I'm looking for the business that is likened to an extension of Wargames Foundry. Does anyone know the site. They sell historical and fantasy minis in 28mm. Thanks.

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: Shub-Nullgurath on December 05, 2016, 07:44:24 AM

Quote from: julius1880 on December 05, 2016, 01:14:31 AM

I'm looking for the business that is likened to an extension of Wargames Foundry. Does anyone know the site. They sell historical and fantasy minis in 28mm. Thanks.

Warmonger Miniatures? (http://warmongerminiatures.myshopify.com/)

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: julius1880 on December 05, 2016, 07:24:35 PM

AWESOME! Thanks!

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: The Gray Ghost on December 14, 2016, 07:06:01 PM

Just picked up some test figures from Warhansa
they are quite nice, will post a pick when painted

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: The Gray Ghost on December 15, 2016, 12:56:57 AM

(http://i1331.photobucket.com/albums/w592/leonckriser/DSCN3120_zpstoiayenr.jpg)
the two on the ends are Warhansa

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: FramFramson on December 15, 2016, 10:16:37 PM

Added!

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: Khadrin Stonetooth on February 12, 2018, 06:38:45 PM

My newbie company www.khadrins-miniatures.fr  :D

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: Grimmnar on February 19, 2018, 06:08:42 AM

Quote from: Khadrin Stonetooth on February 12, 2018, 06:38:45 PM

My newbie company www.khadrins-miniatures.fr  :D

When am i getting my dwarves?  :-)

Grimm

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: Khadrin Stonetooth on February 19, 2018, 06:34:16 AM

Have to buy the elves and orcs first so I can get you the dwarves sir  :D

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: Schrumpfkopf on February 26, 2018, 01:44:07 PM

Westfalia's URL has changed to westfaliaminiatures.com. Thanks :--)

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: JNorton on March 11, 2018, 11:43:08 PM

Thanks for the great list, should find a few gems in there.

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: Whitehorn on March 13, 2018, 01:14:52 PM

Please consider adding me.

Krakon Games
http://krakongames.com/
28mm fantasy miniatures loosely inspired by bronze-age Irish pseudo-history

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: angel barracks on April 11, 2018, 12:42:21 PM

My fledgling 15mm fantasy site only has a few miniatures right now, though they are of course lovely, but that number is set to double in the next few months...

http://cromsanvil.co.uk

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: devilinsideproductions on June 03, 2018, 02:25:40 PM

I'd also appreciate being added to this list should my minis be deemed suitable! I'm currently building up a catalogue of 28mm classic Demons and am currently running my third Kickstarter campaign, which I'll post about soon, thanks!

www.devilinsideproductions.co.uk

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: Karak Norn Clansman on June 14, 2018, 01:35:54 PM

Here's a list from Chaos Dwarfs Online that may help you fill out the first post. (http://www.chaos-dwarfs.com/forum/showthread.php?tid=17111)

Redundancy, given the CDO Wiki and 9th Age Miniatures Wiki, but also complementary. Wrote this list for a mate after this weekend's tournament, who wanted to know what other evil dwarf producers there are around.

Be welcome to add your own tips, not least on miscellaneous extras such as slaves, torture stuff, Daemonic altars and the like.

Chaos Dwarf-Appropriate Miniature Producers

Admiralty Miniatures: http://admiraltyminiatures.blogspot.se/ / https://www.etsy.com/se-en/shop/AdmiraltyMiniatures?ref=seller-platform-mcnav
Avatars of War: http://www.avatars-of-war.com/eng/web/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&prodcode=15&prodname=Dwarf+Lord+of+War&id=118&Itemid=53
http://www.avatars-of-war.com/eng/web/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&prodcode=67&prodname=Dwarf+Pit+Fighter&id=118&Itemid=53
Black Tree Design: https://eoeorbis.com/collections/fantasy/products/m121-efreeti?variant=1314899888
Blood Keep Miniatures: https://bloodkeepminiatures.com/product/azrat-firestorm/
Dark Age Games: https://www.coolminiornot.com/shop/miniatures/dark-age-games/dragyri/dragyri-fire-caste-greater-fire-elemental-box.html
Darkling Games: http://fenrisgames.com/shop#!/Darkling-Games-miniatures/c/23119011/offset=0&sort=normal
D&D: http://www.waylandgames.co.uk/limited-edition-miniatures/24781-dd-elemental-evil-fire-myrmidon
Ewal Dvergar: http://claminiatures.blogspot.se/p/ewal-dvergar.html
Forgeworld: https://www.forgeworld.co.uk/en-GB/Warhammer-Age-of-Sigmar?Nu=product.repositoryId&N=102582+3084036522&qty=8&sorting=rec&view=table&categoryId=cat2210035
Fallen Dwarves (25mm Lotr scale): https://anvilindustry.co.uk/Fallen-Dwarves
Four A Miniatures: http://www.fouraminiatures.com/page2.htm
Impact! Miniatures: http://www.impactminiatures.com/index.php?option=brdwarf
Khurasan Miniatures (15mm Hobgoblins): http://khurasanminiatures.tripod.com/15mmfantasy.html
Lost Kingdoms: http://lostkingdomminiatures.com/en/3-miniatures
Macrocosm: http://www.macrocosm.co.uk/product-category/fantasy/dark-dwarves/
Mantic: http://www.manticgames.com/mantic-shop/kings-of-war/abyssal-dwarfs.html +
http://www.manticgames.com/mantic-shop/kings-of-war/forces-of-the-abyss/product/efreet.html
MOM Miniatures: https://www.momminiaturas.com/miniaturas-fantasia/enanos-oscuros/
Norba Miniatures: http://norbaminiatures.com/en/27-infernal-dwarves
Oldhammer Miniatures (Asscannon): https://www.facebook.com/OldschoolMinis/
Old School Miniatures: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/882426675/old-school-miniatures-presents-the-daemon-cannon
Otherworld Games: http://otherworldminiatures.co.uk/shop/dungeon-monsters/dm32c-stone-golem/
Privateer Press: http://privateerpress.com/hordes/gallery/grymkin-the-wicked-harvest/warbeasts/cage-rager
Puppets War: https://puppetswar.eu/product.php?id_product=178
Pyro Stick (Kaosnick): http://www.chaos-dwarfs.com/forum/showthread.php?tid=17257&pid=280003#pid280003
Raging Heroes: https://www.ragingheroes.com/products/shedu-sphinx-head + http://www.firestormgames.co.uk/manticore
Reaper: https://www.reapermini.com/OnlineStore/elemental/latest/03650 +
https://www.reapermini.com/OnlineStore/elemental/latest/77082 +
https://www.reapermini.com/OnlineStore/elemental/latest/02251 +
http://www.reapermini.com/OnlineStore/bull/sku-down/77256
Scibor: http://sciborminiatures.com/en_,shop.php?group=138
Shieldwolf Miniatures: http://www.shieldwolfminiatures.com/index.php/index.php?dispatch=products.view&product_id=28
Soul Dark. http://souldark.ru/product/techno-demonic-cannon/ +
http://souldark.ru/product/hex-thrower-catapult/
Titan Forge: http://titan-forge.com/fantasy_miniatures_sons_of_kashan_vra?PHPSESSID=d8040ef06981f96d9f27c09cc4c8ee1c
The Battelforge: http://www.thebattleforge.co.uk/hobgoblin-hand-weapon-warriors-x20-with-command-2976-p.asp
The Russian Alternative: http://stores.ebay.com/The-Russian-Alternative/_i.html
Titan Wargames: http://www.titanwargames.com/store/
Troll Forged Miniatures: http://trollforged.com/store/fantasy/dwarves.html →
http://trollforged.com/store/fantasy/images/dwarves/over_rozmax_evil-warrior_promo-1.jpg +
http://trollforged.com/store/fantasy/images/dwarves/over_rozmax_evil-wizard_paint-1.jpg
Werewoolf Miniatures: https://hexy-shop.com/product-category/producer/werewoolf/
Wood Axe (OBS! To be released): http://www.chaos-dwarfs.com/forum/showthread.php?tid=17010&pid=276750#pid276750


Chaos Dwarf-Appropriate Fantasy Football Producers

Chaos Spawn Miniatures: https://chaos-spawn-miniatures.fwscart.com/Female_Cow_Centaur_for_Fantasy_Football/p4173222_18434512.aspx
Comixininos: http://www.comixininos.com/blood-bowl-teams/enanos-del-caos-1.html
Gaspez Arts: http://www.gaspez-arts.com/chaos-dwarfs.html
Greebo Games: https://greebo-games.com/product-category/fantasy-football/single-player/volmarian/
Willy Miniatures: http://willyminiatures.com/product-category/chaos-dwarves/



Chaos Dwarf-Appropriate Smallscale Miniatures

Admiralty Miniatures (15 mm & naval): http://admiraltyminiatures.blogspot.se/ / https://www.etsy.com/se-en/shop/AdmiraltyMiniatures?ref=seller-platform-mcnav
Eureka Miniatures (10 mm): http://eurekamin.com.au/product_info.php?cPath=87_100_101&products_id=9801
http://eurekamin.com.au/product_info.php?cPath=87_100_101&products_id=10841
http://eurekamin.com.au/product_info.php?cPath=87_100_101&products_id=9804



Miscellaneous appropriate for Chaos Dwarfs (esp. slaves, cruelty & pack animals)

Avatars of War: http://www.avatars-of-war.com/eng/web/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&prodcode=27&prodname=Minotaur+Chieftain+with+paired+weapons&id=118&Itemid=53
Minotaur with great weapon: http://www.avatars-of-war.com/eng/web/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&prodcode=26&prodname=Minotaur+Lord+with+great+weapon&id=118&Itemid=53
Minotaur with two weapons: http://www.avatars-of-war.com/eng/web/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&prodcode=27&prodname=Minotaur+Lord+with+two+weapons&id=118&Itemid=53

Baueda Wargames
Logistics: http://www.baueda.com/logistics.html

Blue Moon Manufacturing
Damsels in Distress: https://www.bluemoonmanufacturing.com/view_product.php?product=PC-11

Bronze Age Miniatures
Dwarf Harem: http://bronzeagemin.com/32fdwfs3/
Human Harem: http://bronzeagemin.com/32deiss2/
Sacrificial Altar: http://bronzeagemin.com/32evo2/

Brother Vinni
Victim Girls: http://www.brother-vinni.com/shop.htm#!/Victim-Girls/c/5965007/offset=0&sort=normal
Misc Girls: http://www.brother-vinni.com/shop.htm#!/Misc-Girls/c/5965008/offset=0&sort=normal
Elven Girl Unarmed: http://www.brother-vinni.com/shop.htm#!/Elven-Girl-unarmed/p/53210723/category=5965006

Casting Room Miniatures
Chinese Builders: https://www.castingroomminiatures.com/products/chinese-builders
Trojan Civilians: https://www.castingroomminiatures.com/collections/trojans/products/mycenaean-trojan-civilians
Chinese Wheelbarrows: https://www.castingroomminiatures.com/collections/chinese/products/chinese-barrows
Baggage Camels: https://www.castingroomminiatures.com/collections/chinese/products/baggage-camels

Curteys Miniatures
Dark Age or Early Medieval Civilians: http://1stcorps.co.uk/product/dark-ageearly-medieval-civilians/

Dark Fable Miniatures
Egyptian Children: http://www.darkfableminiatures.com/store/p59/51._Egyptian_Children.html
Evil Concubines: http://www.darkfableminiatures.com/store/p57/57._Evil_Concubines_I.html
Temple of Set Column of Woe: http://www.darkfableminiatures.com/store/p74/70._Temple_of_Set_Column_of_Woe.html
Serving Girls: http://www.darkfableminiatures.com/store/p8/11._Serving_Girls_%284_figure_set%29.html

Effincool Miniatures
Natasi: http://www.effincoolminis.com/product/natasi-sexy-cocktail-dress-modern-civilian-tabbed-base-pewter-miniature/
Kelithyria: http://www.effincoolminis.com/product/kelithyria-nude-pewter-miniature/
Leah: http://www.effincoolminis.com/product/princess-leah-in-slave-costume-tabbed-base-pewter-miniature-copy/
Katelyn: http://www.effincoolminis.com/product/katelyn-sarong-bikini-modern-civilian-tabbed-base-pewter-miniature/
Sera: http://www.effincoolminis.com/product/sera-bikini-modern-civilian-tabbed-base-pewter-miniature/
Rhianne: http://www.effincoolminis.com/product/slave-rhianne-tabbed-base-pewter-miniature/
Rhianne Nude: http://www.effincoolminis.com/product/slave-rhianne-tabbed-base-pewter-miniature-nude/
Vivienne: http://www.effincoolminis.com/product/slave-vivienne-tabbed-base-pewter-miniature/
Vivienne Nude: http://www.effincoolminis.com/product/slave-vivienne-tabbed-base-pewter-miniature-nude/

Essex Miniatures
Pack horses, mules and camels: https://www.essexminiatures.co.uk/collections/25mm-pack-horses-mules-other-animals

Eureka Miniatures
Auroch herd: http://eurekamin.com.au/product_info.php?cPath=87_126_131&products_id=12590
Goats: http://eurekamin.com.au/product_info.php?cPath=87_126_131&products_id=13249
Assyrian impaled prisoner: http://eurekamin.com.au/product_info.php?cPath=87_126_133&products_id=1680
Gilgamesh, Enkidu and Humbaba: http://eurekamin.com.au/product_info.php?products_id=10179
African captives male: http://eurekamin.com.au/product_info.php?cPath=87_126_139&products_id=1787
African captives female: http://eurekamin.com.au/product_info.php?cPath=87_126_139&products_id=1788
Male Indian Civilians: https://eurekaminusa.com/collections/civilians-indian-bazaar-sets-28mm/products/100civ23
Female Indian Civilians: https://eurekaminusa.com/collections/civilians-indian-bazaar-sets-28mm/products/100civ24
Indian Children: https://eurekaminusa.com/collections/civilians-indian-bazaar-sets-28mm/products/100civ25
Vietnamese Civilians: https://eurekaminusa.com/products/100nam22

Forge World
Etched Brass Renegade Militia Symbols: https://www.forgeworld.co.uk/en-GB/Etched-Brass-Renegade-Militia-Symbols
Minotaur: https://www.forgeworld.co.uk/en-CA/Blood-Bowl-Minotaur-2017

Frozen Planet Studio: http://fps14.tripod.com/id11.html
Hobgoblin Heads in Mongol style (upcoming)

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Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: Karak Norn Clansman on June 14, 2018, 01:36:14 PM

...

Games Workshop
Corpse Cart (esp. as an ammunition wagon for e.g. Hellcannon): https://www.games-workshop.com/en-SE/Vampire-Counts-Corpse-Cart

Greebo Games
Obsidian Dusk slaves & extras (upcoming): https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/greebo-games/obsidian-dusk-dark-elves-for-fantasy-football?token=d4105e8e

Green Stuff World
Textured Rolling Pins: http://www.greenstuffworld.com/en/22-textured-rolling-pins?p=2
Dark Runes Rolling Pin: http://www.greenstuffworld.com/en/textured-rolling-pins/290-rolling-pin-hobby-roller-dark-runes.html
Steampunk and Beads: http://www.greenstuffworld.com/en/15-steampunk-and-beads

Gripping Beast
Baggage Camels: https://www.grippingbeast.co.uk/SSC23_Baggage_Camels_2--product--5383.html

Hasslefree Miniatures
Fantasy Humans (basically most naked miniatures not in proud and assertive poses, fit for rags to be sculpted perhaps? plus some more): http://www.hfminis.co.uk/shop?category=fantasy-%26%0D%0Asteampunk~fantasy-humans

Perry Miniatures
Ox teams and voorlooper: https://www.perry-miniatures.com/product_info.php?products_id=3589&osCsid=0b7ai1v0g6ms4a19qj1kekd8s4
Carlist Female Civilians: https://www.perry-miniatures.com/product_info.php?products_id=1743
Muslim Civilians: https://www.perry-miniatures.com/product_info.php?products_id=2127
American Civilians: https://www.perry-miniatures.com/product_info.php?products_id=1558

Pulp Figures
Cringing Captives: https://pulpfigures.com/products/view/51

Ramshackle Games
Trixie: http://shop.ramshacklegames.co.uk/index.php?id_product=79&id_product_attribute=0&rewrite=20mm-biker-gang-11-models&controller=product

Reaper Miniatures
Familiars: https://www.reapermini.com/OnlineStore/elemental/latest/77196
Adara: https://www.reapermini.com/Miniatures/nude/latest/02858

Ristul's Market
Food Supplies: https://www.ristulsmarket.com/268-food-supplies-terrains.html
Cursed Fantasy Treasure: https://www.ristulsmarket.com/278-cursed-fantasy-treasure-terrains.html
Runic Tables and Altars: https://www.ristulsmarket.com/257-runic-tables-and-altars.html
Dark Temple Ruins Basing Kit: https://www.ristulsmarket.com/100-dark-temple-ruins-basing-kit.html
Weapons Rack: https://www.ristulsmarket.com/267-weapons-racks.html
Lanterns: https://www.ristulsmarket.com/253-lanterns.html
Flaming Torches: https://www.ristulsmarket.com/285-flaming-torches.html
Bath Girls: https://www.ristulsmarket.com/266-bath-girls.html
Ogre Food Carrier: https://www.ristulsmarket.com/71-ogre-food-carrier.html
Undead Orc Skulls: https://www.ristulsmarket.com/271-undead-orc-skulls.html
Undead Monster Skulls: https://www.ristulsmarket.com/274-undead-monster-skulls.html
Undead Ogre Skulls: https://www.ristulsmarket.com/273-undead-ogre-skull.html
Undead Dwarf Skulls: https://www.ristulsmarket.com/270-undead-dwarf-skulls.html
Undead Elf Skulls: https://www.ristulsmarket.com/269-undead-elf-skulls.html

Soul Dark
Concubine of Flame: http://souldark.ru/product/concubine-of-flame/

The Tékumel Club
The Palace of the Priesthoods of the Gods: http://thetekumelclub.blogspot.se/p/the-palace-of-priesthoods-of-gods.html

Wargame Exclusive
Chaos Trophy Corpses: https://wargameexclusive.com/shop/chaos/trophy-corpses/
Human Skulls: https://wargameexclusive.com/shop/battle-sisters/random-pack-skulls-64/
Elf Skulls: https://wargameexclusive.com/shop/battle-sisters/human-skulls-in-28mm-scale-64u/

Wargames Foundry
Pack camels: https://www.wargamesfoundry.com/collections/baggage-animals-and-livestock/products/gpr003-pack-camels
Beasts of burden: https://www.wargamesfoundry.com/collections/baggage-animals-and-livestock/products/copy-of-gpr003-pack-camels
Pack mules and donkey: https://www.wargamesfoundry.com/collections/baggage-animals-and-livestock/products/gpr002-pack-mules-and-donkey
Ancient Farmers: https://www.wargamesfoundry.com/collections/ancient-civilians/products/civ009-ancient-farmers
Ancient Townsfolk: https://www.wargamesfoundry.com/collections/ancient-civilians/products/civ010-ancient-townsfolk
Ancient Slaves: https://www.wargamesfoundry.com/collections/ancient-civilians/products/civ013-ancient-slaves
Proximus the Slave Trader: https://www.wargamesfoundry.com/collections/ancient-civilians/products/cr054-proximus-the-slave-trader
Egyptian & Nubian Civilians: https://www.wargamesfoundry.com/collections/ancient-civilians/products/e029-egyptian-nubian-civilians
Egyptian Noble Household & Soldiers Training: https://www.wargamesfoundry.com/collections/ancient-civilians/products/e028-egyptian-noble-household-soldiers-training
Canaanite Civilians and Hittite Casualties: https://www.wargamesfoundry.com/collections/ancient-civilians/products/hit005-canaanite-civilians-and-hittite-casualties
Four-Wheeled Cart 1: https://www.wargamesfoundry.com/collections/ancient-civilians/products/gpr011-four-wheeled-cart
Four-Wheeled Cart 2: https://www.wargamesfoundry.com/collections/ancient-civilians/products/gpr014-four-wheeled-cart
Medieval Civilian Characters 2: https://www.wargamesfoundry.com/collections/hundred-years-war-1337-1453/products/med210-medieval-civilian-characters-2
Medieval Hundred Years War Civilians: https://www.wargamesfoundry.com/collections/hundred-years-war-1337-1453/products/med400-medieval-hundred-years-war-civilians
Country Folk: https://www.wargamesfoundry.com/collections/18th-century-civilians/products/civ001-country-folk
Civilians: https://www.wargamesfoundry.com/collections/18th-century-civilians/products/ecw036-civilians
Jars and Vases: https://www.wargamesfoundry.com/collections/architecture-and-accessories/products/gpr030-jars-and-vases
Crates, Sacks and Barrels: https://www.wargamesfoundry.com/collections/architecture-and-accessories/products/gpr030-jars-and-vases
The Smithy: https://www.wargamesfoundry.com/collections/architecture-and-accessories/products/gpr033-the-smithy
The Guillotine: https://www.wargamesfoundry.com/collections/french-napoleonic-1/products/bsmob001
Chinese Execution and Coolies: https://www.wargamesfoundry.com/collections/chinese/products/vch001-chinese-casualties
Indian Civilians 2: https://www.wargamesfoundry.com/collections/indian-mutiny-1857/products/ind216-civilian-characters
African Villagers: https://www.wargamesfoundry.com/collections/darkest-africa-african-tribal-warriors/products/da108-african-villagers
Livestock: https://www.wargamesfoundry.com/collections/darkest-africa-african-tribal-warriors/products/livestock-da134
Arab Diggers: https://www.wargamesfoundry.com/collections/egyptian-adventurers/products/eav513-arab-diggers
Arab Bearers: https://www.wargamesfoundry.com/collections/egyptian-adventurers/products/eav514-arab-bearers
Ladies of the Night: https://www.wargamesfoundry.com/collections/victorians-edwardians/products/victorian-edwardian-ladies-night

Warlord Games
Slave Girls: https://store.warlordgames.com/collections/romans/products/early-imperial-romans-slave-girls
Pack Mule: https://store.warlordgames.com/collections/romans/products/early-imperial-romans-pack-mule

Westwind Productions
Kindernacht Wagon: http://www.westwindproductions.co.uk/index.php?route=product/product&product_id=357

Zealot Miniatures
Unusual Goblins – Spy Goblin and Decorative Goblin: http://zealotminiatures.com/shop-2/#!/Unusual-Goblins-Spy-Goblin-and-Decorative-Goblin/p/68422058/category=9323712
Ancient Idols – Dungeon Clutter: http://zealotminiatures.com/shop/#!/Ancient-Idols-Dungeon-Clutter/p/68422052/category=9323712
Dungeon Oddities – Dungeon Clutter: http://zealotminiatures.com/shop-2/#!/Dungeon-Oddities-Dungeon-Clutter/p/69742092/category=9323712
Wizard's Study – Dungeon Clutter: http://zealotminiatures.com/shop-2/#!/Wizards-Study-Dungeon-Clutter/p/68422048/category=9323712


Terrain appropriate for Chaos Dwarfs

Admiralty Miniatures
Wall Relief Plates: http://admiraltyminiatures.blogspot.se/p/wall-relief-plates.html

Dreamspirit Wargaming
Chaos Dwarf Mine Entrance: http://dreamspiritwargaming.com/product/chaos-dwarf-mine-entrance/

Etsy
Cage/Gibbet (Single): https://www.etsy.com/listing/493395621/28mm-hanging-cagegibbet-single-and-frame
Cage/Gibbet (Double): https://www.etsy.com/se-en/listing/493395729/28mm-double-hanging-cagegibbet-and-frame?ref=related-3
Cage/Gibbet (Quadruple): https://www.etsy.com/se-en/listing/479899636/28mm-four-hanging-cagesgibbest-and-quad?ref=related-1

Frozen Planet Studio: http://fps14.tripod.com/id11.html
Evil Dwarf Statue and Fire Pillars

Games Workshop
Chaos Dreadhold Helfort: https://www.games-workshop.com/en-IE/Chaos-Dreadhold-Fort
Chaos Dreadhold Crucible: https://www.games-workshop.com/en-IE/Chaos-Dreadhold-Crucible
Chaos Dreadhold Overlord Bastion: https://www.games-workshop.com/en-IE/Overlord-Bastion

Infinity Games
Temple of the Dark Storm: https://www.infinity-engine.com/index.php?id_product=43&controller=product

Lost Kingdoms
Magmhôrin Realm Gate: http://lostkingdomminiatures.com/en/pre-sale/39-magmhorin-realm-gate.html

Paolo Parente's Dust (Babylon Terrain)
http://www.dustgame.com/products_d.php?sid=53&id=796
http://www.dustgame.com/products_d.php?sid=53&id=790
http://www.dustgame.com/products_d.php?sid=53&id=841
http://www.dustgame.com/products_d.php?sid=53&id=826
http://www.dustgame.com/products_d.php?sid=53&id=774
http://www.dustgame.com/products_d.php?sid=53&id=809
http://www.dustgame.com/products_d.php?sid=53&id=748
http://www.dustgame.com/products_d.php?sid=53&id=757
http://www.dustgame.com/products_d.php?sid=54&id=737

Perry Miniatures
Mud-brick house: https://www.perry-miniatures.com/product_info.php?cPath=22_62&products_id=3212&osCsid=0b7ai1v0g6ms4a19qj1kekd8s4

Steepled Hat Studios
Desert Empire Guard Tower: https://www.ebay.ca/itm/SteepledHatStudios-Desert-Empire-Guard-Tower-Prepainted-28mm-Wargaming-Scenery/142823142055?hash=item2140ec32a7:g:CDIAAOSwIzBbFxXy

Titan Wargames
Dwarf House: http://www.titanwargames.com/store/#!/SCENERY/c/19213229/offset=0&sort=normal

Werewoolf Miniatures
Fallen Gods Altar: https://hexy-shop.com/shop/producer/werewoolf/fallen-gods-altar-2/

Zuzzy Miniatures
The Despoiled Reaches: http://www.zuzzy.com/2013/07/the-despoiled-reaches.htm


Wargaming Mats Appropriate for Chaos Dwarfs

Deep Cut Studio: http://www.deepcutstudio.com/product/wargames-terrain-mat-inferno/

Frontline Gaming: http://store.frontlinegaming.org/frontline-gaming-flg-mats-lava-1-6x4.html

Gamemat: https://www.gamemat.eu/our-products/battle-mats/6-x4-g-mats/6-x4-g-mat-fallen-earth/sk/

Pwork Wargames: http://www.pworkwargames.com/en/gaming-mats-terrain-tabletop-pwork/220-gaming-mat-tabletop-wargaming-volkano-pwork.html?search_query=volkano&results=1

Urbanmatz: https://www.urbanmatz.com/p/259/lava-6x4

Also, shamelessly, I'm releasing a new product sculpted by Jon Horsleben (Etsy store (https://www.etsy.com/se-en/shop/AdmiraltyMiniatures?ref=l2-shop-header-avatar)):

(https://i.imgur.com/1QENnwR.jpg)

And I'd like to recommend Rotten Factory (https://rottenfactory.eu/store/index.php).

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: FramFramson on June 17, 2018, 07:06:43 PM

Hoo boy, quite a list.

I will have to try and look at this when I have the chance, cut duplicates, etc.

Honestly, I've been thinking of asking if someone else could take over management of this thread. I'm already managing the Pulp figure manufacturers thread and I'd prefer to just cut it down to one.

This needs quite a few updates - there's been a HUGE number of new fantasy offerings in the past year or two, especially through Kickstarters, and I just don't have the time to get everything up and current.

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: FramFramson on June 17, 2018, 07:08:38 PM

Also, with a general increase in overall miniature quality, maybe it's overdue for this and the cheap fantasy miniatures thread to be merged into one new one (I would not merge the existing two threads). 

It would probably take two or even three posts to list all the manufacturers too, the list is that long. The current first post in this thread has already been fully revised at least once to a shorter format because I hit the character limit, and the current list is quite close to it.

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: Karak Norn Clansman on September 28, 2018, 11:30:49 AM

Also (and please delete this if an inappropriate place), Steepled Hat Studios will have a Kickstarter for a new roundhouse (http://www.chaos-dwarfs.com/forum/showthread.php?tid=17672).

Plus dungeon clutter (http://www.chaos-dwarfs.com/forum/showthread.php?tid=17676) and 3rd wave of Tjublings (http://www.chaos-dwarfs.com/forum/showthread.php?tid=17321&pid=285829#pid285829) are out now.

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: Elk101 on September 28, 2018, 11:35:14 AM

I wouldn't disagree with merging the threads into just one Fantasy Miniatures thread. When I get a chance I'll look to do a bit of Admin and tidy things up.

Edit : I had a look and whilst I can merge the threads the dates of the various posts mean that the lists of figures will be all over the place within the thread. I could potentially start a new thread and copy over still relevant links, etc. I've noticed that a few ranges appear to be unavailable now.

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: FramFramson on October 03, 2018, 07:47:05 PM

Quote from: Elk101 on September 28, 2018, 11:35:14 AM

I wouldn't disagree with merging the threads into just one Fantasy Miniatures thread. When I get a chance I'll look to do a bit of Admin and tidy things up.

Edit : I had a look and whilst I can merge the threads the dates of the various posts mean that the lists of figures will be all over the place within the thread. I could potentially start a new thread and copy over still relevant links, etc. I've noticed that a few ranges appear to be unavailable now.

Yes, you'd have to check both posts to excise dead links and update ones which have changed.

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: Elk101 on October 03, 2018, 09:38:58 PM

I'll tackle it when I get a bit of time. It may be a while!

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: FramFramson on October 09, 2018, 08:28:43 PM

Quote from: Elk101 on October 03, 2018, 09:38:58 PM

I'll tackle it when I get a bit of time. It may be a while!

Not to worry. The existing threads will do for the time being.

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: beefcake on October 09, 2018, 11:43:12 PM

To be honest I like it as 2 different sets.

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: Tactalvanic on October 15, 2018, 08:53:45 PM

Quote from: beefcake on October 09, 2018, 11:43:12 PM

To be honest I like it as 2 different sets.

seconded in honesty

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: Elk101 on October 15, 2018, 09:25:39 PM

I don't mind either way. Both could probably still do with a tidy up.

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: punga on July 17, 2019, 06:45:02 AM

Oakbound Studios: Their fantasy range has a rather interesting "fairy tale" look to it.


http://www.propworkshop.co.uk/oakbound/

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: jamieloft on November 21, 2019, 01:50:45 PM

can I put in my own site

www.osminis.co.uk

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: CarstenR on March 12, 2020, 10:02:20 AM

Satanic Panic Miniatures makes multi-part old school goblins (AKA Greater gnolls), infantry and boar riders.

http://satanicpanic.co.uk/

There is a current Kickstarter for Old school Lesser goblins, and hobgoblins in preparation.

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: Bloggard on April 20, 2020, 02:56:32 PM

not in the first (?) list - so just in case not otherwise mentioned:

Knightmare Miniatures

brlliant - old school character, but somehow feel modern too.

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: wjhupp on July 14, 2020, 02:54:34 PM

I would like to add Thistle & Rose (T&R Miniatures) to the listing here.  We are manufacturing the old Vendel Fantasy line (owned in between by SGMM).  We have been casting and shipping for the last year plus and will hopefully have the website up shortly.

We do have a Facebook page and I have attached our current pdf list.

Current process:  Email orders to us and PayPal for payment.

https://www.facebook.com/TandRMiniatures

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: Schrumpfkopf on July 26, 2020, 07:12:08 PM

Hiya - a lot has happened since Westfalia made it onto this list. Maybe it's worth updating the text a little bit? :--)

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: Elk101 on July 26, 2020, 07:21:12 PM

Sure, if you want to post your list here I can add it in to the first page.

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: A Lot of Gaul on May 29, 2021, 05:57:34 PM

Battle Valor Games has a very nice, quite extensive range of 18mm fantasy miniatures:

http://www.battlevalorgames.com/battlevalorfantasy15mm.aspx (http://www.battlevalorgames.com/battlevalorfantasy15mm.aspx)

I am especially fond of their Scalians, which I am currently painting up for a GURPS reptile man army..

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: nozza_uk on July 26, 2021, 02:01:51 PM

Does anyone make 28mm dwarf civilians?

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: beQuest Miniatures on March 11, 2023, 05:18:43 PM

Hagen-Miniatures has a variety of quality metal miniatures. Most historical but also Fantasy and Sci-Fi in scale of 28mm. They offer worldwide shipping and the page can be viewed in different languages.

https://www.hagen-miniatures.de/ (https://www.hagen-miniatures.de/)
 

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: Friedland on August 23, 2023, 10:43:32 AM

New range of Kev Adams sculpted Chaos Dwarves (12 figure set) from Paimon Miniatures in the uk. Slightly larger than the old citadel range (closer to the new Ral Partha dwarves by Kev).

Would make a nice Mordheim warband or similar for skirmish wargaming. The figures are available through the facebook page:

https://www.facebook.com/paimonminiaturesuk (https://www.facebook.com/paimonminiaturesuk)

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: Chris Abbey on August 23, 2023, 10:51:55 AM

If I may mention my own ranges?
Sally 4th has Dark Alley's range, sculpted by Iain Lovecraft. https://wargamesbuildings.co.uk/product-category/sally_4th_miniatures/dark_alleys/

and Harlot's Den, sculpted by Iain Lovecraft https://wargamesbuildings.co.uk/product-category/sally_4th_miniatures/harlots-den/

... and Guards, Guards range sculpted by Mark Fuller. https://wargamesbuildings.co.uk/product-category/sally_4th_miniatures/guards_guard_28mm_fantasy_miniatures/

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: First Legion on October 03, 2023, 09:35:53 PM

Well, seeing as this is a thread for "quality" fantasy minis and we haven't been mentioned, I'd like to toss our hat in the ring.    Our current catalog has around 200 resin figures in it ranging from Orcs, Gobbos, Elves, Humans, Dragons, trolls, Ogres, etc etc etc et-cet-era. And we are launching a kickstarter tomorrow (Oct 4th) with 200+ more figures and buildings.   We do make some pretty cool figures if i do say so myself despite my flagrant bias.   But as good as we are at making minis, we're equally as bad at marketing them.   🤷  Go figure. 

Figs are labeled as "Heroic Scale 28mm" but are more like 32mm figures.   

First Legion Fantasy Minis (https://www.firstlegionltd.com/28mmfantasy.aspx)

Upcoming KS (https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/firstlegion/resin-cast-heroic-scale-28mm-fantasy-minis)

Best,

Matt
First Legion

Title: Re: Sources for quality fantasy minis
Post by: Dauntless on January 11, 2024, 09:13:38 AM

Quote from: First Legion on October 03, 2023, 09:35:53 PM

Well, seeing as this is a thread for "quality" fantasy minis and we haven't been mentioned, I'd like to toss our hat in the ring.    Our current catalog has around 200 resin figures in it ranging from Orcs, Gobbos, Elves, Humans, Dragons, trolls, Ogres, etc etc etc et-cet-era. And we are launching a kickstarter tomorrow (Oct 4th) with 200+ more figures and buildings.   We do make some pretty cool figures if i do say so myself despite my flagrant bias.   But as good as we are at making minis, we're equally as bad at marketing them.   🤷  Go figure. 

Figs are labeled as "Heroic Scale 28mm" but are more like 32mm figures.   

First Legion Fantasy Minis (https://www.firstlegionltd.com/28mmfantasy.aspx)

Upcoming KS (https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/firstlegion/resin-cast-heroic-scale-28mm-fantasy-minis)

Best,

Matt
First Legion

Loving that eagle-mounted elf! Thanks for sharing the link man, I will add your page to my bookmarks.