• Registered: 2006-01-18
  • Posts: 90

Topic: Newbie Question

Hi guys,

Total newbie here. In fact, I'm so new I dont even have it yet! I've read about Starmada in the past, but finally just today pulled the trigger on it. Here's hoping it arrives soon....

Anyways, I went with the Starmada X book on the MJXII site. Is that reasonably comprehensive? I see references here to optional Fighter rules and whatnot (and that really appeals to me). Are these types of things part of the Starmada X book or is there other stuff that has to be hunted down?

One of my peeves with SFB and Starfire was that there was always something else coming out to buy or learn or add to the game. I'm hoping with Starmada that I can finally get a complete package without needing to look in this source book or that compendium. I'm guessing there are some sort of campaign rules out there somewhere already, right? But beyond that, what else would be needed to have a 'complete' package?

Finally, can anyone recommend anything that we can print off and use for ship counters? I dont have the time or money to devote to miniatures for Starmada yet, but some cool color counter that we can push around would be good for a start! Has anyone made anything of that sort?

Looking forward to the game. Thanks for any info!

  • Registered: 2005-03-28
  • Posts: 287

Re: Newbie Question

Welcome!

I'll let someone else tackle the counters question, but the rules with the X book are comprehensive so the custom fighter rules and anything else you want are in the book you ordered.

And the book is complete, anything else you may want is up to you. You will have everything, and then some, that you will ever want to play.

  • Registered: 2022-11-15
  • Posts: 1,286

Re: Newbie Question

Well...the rules of are really complete for starships and you get a lot of pre-generated ships to use if you want.  I don't think you'll be sorry for investing in this at all. smile 

If you're looking for a cheap way to go for counters, buy some black foam core board (a poster size sheet runs about $6-8 )...a white pencil or gel pen and then just color pencils.  Cut the foam core into 1" x 2" counters (or smaller if you prefer) and then use the white gel pen to do a ship silhouette on the counter.  Color if you like.  I generally got a couple hundred counters out of a sheet this way and they look very good.  A gold or silver perma-marker makes a good visible center ship mark too for measurement purposes. big_smile

There are also several sites that have B5 and Star Trek counters you can print off...but I've always found these limited and a pain to glue onto the foam core.

  • Registered: 2006-01-18
  • Posts: 90

Re: Newbie Question

Ok, thanks for the replies guys. smile

It looks like I made a good decision to go with Starmada. I downloaded the freebie rules set and piddled around with the ship construction tool and I like what I see so far.

As I said, I've already ordered the printed version, but I wouldnt mind getting a PDF version in the meantime and to have as a supplement to the printed version. I didnt see an option to download a PDF from the MJXII site...did I just miss it?

I did see a version available at the Xtreme Hobby site. The cover shown looks different, although it lists as Starmada X. Is this the same exact game? Here is a link:

http://estore.xtreme-hobby.com/coldnavy.html

It looks like they are linked to MJXII, but I want to make sure before I pull the trigger.

Thanks for any help on that.

And BTW, I've come up empty on printable ship counters. sad I would have though there would be tons of them out there, but so far...nada.

  • Registered: 2022-11-15
  • Posts: 1,286

Re: Newbie Question

As far as I know...the Starmada X from the CN site is the same one from MJXII.  The cover difference is probably just the PDF vs printable version.
I got the pdf version from the CN site myself...

  • Registered: 2006-01-18
  • Posts: 90

Re: Newbie Question

OK thanks. I was able to find another site that had it as well and with no delay time. Happily reading the rules now. smile

Thanks again!

  • Registered: 2006-01-17
  • Posts: 359

Re: Newbie Question

I got mine off the Cold Navy site, and if you already have been there, they have some counters......

Also if you go to www.star-ranger.com and check the forums, there are dozens of links to various counters....ect.

Also, check out Studio Bergstrom. He does some really good figs, at low prices......most of them at only a dollar each. I have quite a few of them, and they work great. Here's the link.....
http://www.geocities.com/Area51/Meteor/4155/thumbs/orderform.html
Just remember, above all else, have fun.

Nahuris

  • Registered: 2006-01-18
  • Posts: 90

Re: Newbie Question

Awesome. Thanx very much for the link. I'll wade through there a little bit and see what I can find!

  • Registered: 2022-11-14
  • Posts: 86

Re: Newbie Question

Go0gleplex wrote:

There are also several sites that have B5 and Star Trek counters you can print off...but I've always found these limited and a pain to glue onto the foam core.

Instead of glue, get a pack of Avery Full Sheet Labels #8165. Print a full sheet of counters then peel and stick to your foam core.

This works great with Craftwood brand 1-1/2" dia wooden nickles instead of foam core. You can find both round and square pieces for $1 a pack at craft stores like Banner Craft.