Counterblast 2nd Edition Bookstarter

[Sculptdude]

The pre-order campaign is now open over at the Bombshell web store for the new edition of Counterblast. i will post a link once the 2.0 Beta rules PDF is available for download.



Counterblast is available as a full sized, full color hardback book with 160+ pages of rules, new art, and expanded information and lore of the Counterblast universe. Each hardback book purchase includes a free PDF copy. In addition, during the pre-order campaign, each Counterblast book purchase will include an all new Sally Starfield model absolutely free. All items available for pre-order are estimated to begin shipping in August 2017.



In keeping with the nostalgic feel of CounterBlast, we’re also pleased to offer an all new starter set for those beginning their adventures in the Outer Reaches or those wishing to expand their existing crews. This Counterblast Lunchbox Edition starter set comes in a color printed tin lunch box adorned with new art depicting the enterprising Lancer Captain Wanda Whitestar and her intrepid crew by the talented Giorgio Baroni. This starter set will include two custom-cut tray inserts manufactured by Battle Foam™ to keep your crews safe as they travel with you from game to game. You will be able to select two of the five depicted faction crews to be included in your set. These miniatures are cast in metal and/or high quality polyurethane resin. In addition, you will receive color statcards for each crew model, two quality Chessex® d10 “Moxie” dice sets in faction-related colors, a Counterblast tape measure, and a handy black and white quick-start rulebook.

[Major_Gilbear]

Looks good, and I appreciate the update - CB is one of those games I keep meaning to look deeper into, but seldom seem to find the time for (much to my chagrin!  ).

I'd be interested to know what's changed/new for this edition, if you don't mind elaborating a little please?

[Hobby Services]

Why a second edition?  The game's not all that old, so why a new core version instead of just an expansion supplement?

[Sculptdude]

We did put out an expansion supplement as a free PDF which clarified a lot of the convoluted elements from the first edition which was published in 2014. We also published a Hero builder system and introduced a more expanded vehicle section in later PDF supplements.

Rather than print a series of supplements refining and building on the exiting material, it seemed better just to consolidate all of it into one definitive volume. There was also a lot of commentary on the previous book format which was digest sized like the classic pulp serials.

On the rules side, there has been a lot of refinement and streamlining that was not present in the first edition. The basic concepts are still in place as are the dice mechanics. But a lot of the redundant layers have been peeled away and a much leaner turn sequence is in place. There is also a much more defined activation sequence that is less confusing.

[Sculptdude]

You can now download the basic text for the core rules of the COUNTERBLAST Adventure Battle Game. The expanded rules will soon be available in the Second Edition Rulebook.
https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/2992100/CB_DLXBeta_1-9-1.pdf

This Beta edition is still in an evolving state of play-testing. We encourage your feedback and input on all of the mechanics presented here. Please share your gameplay experiences to make Counterblast the best game it can be for everyone.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/CounterblastDLX/