What medieval period most needs 28mm Miniatures?

[bong-67]

Later (post 1204) Byzantines and other figures for the Balkans from 13th to 15th century.

[Byblos]

Later (post 1204) Byzantines and other figures for the Balkans from 13th to 15th century.

Yes : excellent idea !

[westwaller]

I voted late 12th but I feel all the three middle ranges could do with more attention. I agree with the problem of many medieval ranges being covered only by a few packs I understand that this in some cases comes down to the popularity or lack of of some periods but I feel perhaps some manufacturers should think about how they can complement existing ranges done by other companies.

[Tonhel]

AFAIK V&V miniatures will do a small Baltic range to fight against their Crusaders / teutonics.



Last week I received their first crusader pack and the mini does look as detailed as in the picture. It's incredible to think it's a 28mm mini.

[Byblos]

I voted late 12th but I feel all the three middle ranges could do with more attention. I agree with the problem of many medieval ranges being covered only by a few packs I understand that this in some cases comes down to the popularity or lack of of some periods but I feel perhaps some manufacturers should think about how they can complement existing ranges done by other companies.

Totally agree

[Tonhel]

Totally agree

Isn't also that today most miniature companies make only a couple of packs so you can make a Lion Rampant or Saga warband and be done with it.

[Byblos]

Isn't also that today most miniature companies make only a couple of packs so you can make a Lion Rampant or Saga warband and be done with it.

Indeed ! And if you want to make an army, it becomes really difficult if there is little (or none) the same ranges from others brands !

[Tonhel]

Indeed ! And if you want to make an army, it becomes really difficult if there is little (or none) the same ranges from others brands !

True, but that is the trend nowadays. It's the same for fantasy. As I am more focused on small warbands it isn't a problem for me, but I can imagine that if you want to make a huge mass ranked army with lots of different units and artillery etc.. it will be a very difficult task.

[Dr. Zombie]

A proper range of Baltic Pagans.

This.

Also I would like a range of generic medieval armed pesants.

[Munindk]

I'll second the generic medieval armed peasants. They could be done so they'd be useful for a several periods.
A range of heads with region/periodspecific headwear, beards and hair length would go a long way too.
Possibly something similar for weapons?

[Byblos]

Excellent idea the generic medieval armed peasants !

[Mad Doc Morris]

Could name a number of niches dear to my heart. For example, I'd love more models in 'German' fashioned armour and clothing throughout the Medieval period.

However, a more sober choice is perhaps a dedicated mid- to late 12th century range. This would cover a lot of interesting theatres like the Anarchy in Britain, the Hohenstaufen campaigns in Italy, or the 2nd and 3rd Crusade with the infamous battle of Hattin inbetween. So far there are a couple of packs by Black Tree, the Perrys' Hospitallers, and the Fireforge kits (missed something?). While all serviceable, a single range of modern and historically accurate miniatures would certainly meet people's interest.

PS: Please also consider making them available via European resellers.

[The Inscrutable Dr. Huang]

Later (post 1204) Byzantines and other figures for the Balkans from 13th to 15th century.

Ditto.

[aphillathehun]

Western Europe is pretty well covered in all these periods.  I agree with folks who are interested in Byzantium/Balkans, or Central Asia in these periods.  Or even, dare I say, China?

[rampantlion]

I'd like to see more options for late 12th-early 13th century which would cover Albigensian Crusades, Bouvines War, First Barons War...etc.  I love the armor of the period.