The impact a map can have on a game is often overlooked. A good strategy incorporates a tactically-sound map choice. But when it comes to locale, sometimes it's hard to see the forest for the trees. We're here to help you make smart decisions when it comes to Heroclix real estate. Official Title: Nexus of Reality Commonly Known As: none yet Dimensions: 24" x 36" (24x24 squares) Set:Infinity Gauntlet Prize Kit Status: Active starting in February
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Jan 27, 2012 - 11:57 AM - by saturnflight
What’s the first thing you look at on any dial? Is it the powers, to see what the character can do? Is it the numbers on the stats? Or is it the length of the dial overall? In this segment of the mystery of game design and changes we look at the figures very lifeline, the length of the dial. What does that really mean to a figure in the game? Follow along and let’s take a look.
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Jan 26, 2012 - 3:10 PM - by thewildeman
You've asked for it; and now we have confirmation that we'll have more Star Trek in HeroClix ... outside of ships!
ICv2 has learned that WizKids is planning a second Star Trek HeroClix release for 2012 in July. The Star Trek HeroClix: Away Team 7-Figure Pack features seven figures with new HeroClix dials that will allow gamers to play as Kirk, Spock, McCoy, or others in a game that takes its inspiration from J.J. Abrams’ popular Star Trek movie reboot.
The Star Trek HeroClix: Away Team 7-Figure Pack is 100% compatible with the core HeroClix rulebook and the standard “Powers and Abilities” card. [...]
Today we continue our previews of the Marvel HeroClix: Avengers movie set as we visit WWII’s greatest military unit, the Howling Commandos and check in with Gabe Jones!
ICv2 is reporting that more Fast Forces are coming out in May, in both Marvel and DC Comics flavors:
The DC HeroClix: War of the Light Fast Forces Packs allows players to build their own Lantern Corps by choosing between the six figures contained in the pack, including Atrocitus, Larfleeze, Sinestro, Saint Walker, Indigo One, and Star Sapphire. Each figure comes with an all-new dial design, and the kit comes with two exclusive maps, and exclusive map tokens.
The Marvel HeroClix: Uncanny X-Men Fast Forces Packs contain six figures including Professor X, Cyclops, Beasts, Iceman, Rogue, and Wolverine, each of which comes with an all-new dial. The Pack also comes with two new maps, and new tokens. [...]
Here comes the Green Goliath! Ready to destroy evil, lash out at his enemies, and sell you frozen vegetables...
A great new feature of recent sets has been figures in the Common rarity with outstanding playability. Maybe the sculpt or point value for this version of Hulk isn't everybody's cup of tea, but this reviewer finds the Common Hulk from the Incredible Hulk set worthy of some in-depth analyzing. After all, what helps win games, the sculpt or a big old 5 in the damage slot?
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Jan 24, 2012 - 2:17 PM - by bill4935
Happy New Year of the Dragon! We are pleased to share with you that the Infinity Gauntlet Organized Play program has taken the worldwide HeroClix scene by storm! With January 2012 soon coming to a close, we wanted to share with you all some exciting information! [...]
Last but not least, we wanted to officially share with you all what you'll be fighting for in February during your Infinity Gauntlet Month Two events! We are happy to share with you all The In-Betweener!
ICv2 has some interesting information regarding the tie-in set to Christopher Nolan's The Dark Knight Rises:
The Dark Knight Rises Gravity Feed Display includes twenty-four individually-packaged DKR figures. The Gravity Feed display features ten new figures based on characters in the movie and should appeal to both dedicated DC HeroClix players and impulse buyers. Each single-figure foil pack also contains an exclusive code for HeroClix online content.
In The Dark Knight Rises Mini-Game players can choose to be Batman, Bane, Catwoman, and the Joker. Up to four participants can battle for supremacy in Gotham City. The Mini-Game includes a fold-out gameboard, the HeroClix rules sheet, and the “Powers and Abilities” card—everything that new or established players need to play the game. [...]
Welcome back to Comic Accurate. Today, we take a look at the X-Team that deals in the black-ops missions that the regular X-Men can't (or won't). This week, we spotlight The Wolverteam: X-Force!