Spectre Miniatures

A project in Nottingham, UK by Spectre Miniatures
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SPECTRE miniatures unveils a world of modern warfare and covert operations set initially within deepest Africa.
Backers: 293
Average Pledge Per Backer: £81

Funded: £23,820 of £6,000
Dates: Apr 30th -> May 30th (30 days)
Project By: Spectre Miniatures
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Latest News

Reward Choice Document coming soon

May 30th - via: kickstarter.com
With the final hours of this campaign ticking by I'm sure many of you are thinking about what you want to order as rewards for your pledge levels. We're working on a spreadsheet ordering document that you'll be able to download, open in Microsoft... (Read More)

All goals unlocked! and a note about add-ons.

May 29th - via: kickstarter.com
Thank you very much everyone! We are very pleased that the technical has been unlocked as we really wanted to test the market with this one. To receive the technical you must add on an additional £25 to your pledge, this can be done at any level!... (Read More)

High Value Target Beta Unlocked!

May 29th - via: kickstarter.com
Another goal down with 1 to go! Now everyone pledging at intelligence level or above will get 7 free figures and the weapons cache - that's over £20 of freebies!  (Read More)

ISA goal unlocked!

May 28th - via: kickstarter.com
Wow, another one down! The last two are well within reach now so keep spreading the word, we are almost there.  (Read More)

Nigerian soldiers unlocked!

May 27th - via: kickstarter.com
The Nigerian soldiers are now unlocked! We are rapidly approaching the final stretch goal, so spread the word - every backer counts!  (Read More)

Thats a lot of miniatures!

May 26th - via: kickstarter.com
Heres a nice image showing what you could get if you pledged at Operator level and took all the add-ons if we unlocked everything!  (Read More)

Spectre Operations: Infantry Rules Updated

May 26th - via: kickstarter.com
Our Infantry Rules have been updated with the Neutralise High Value Target mission. They are available to download from here. As before please bear in mind that this is an early beta version, the full version will be released once the Kickstarter is... (Read More)

£16,000 Goal Reached

May 26th - via: kickstarter.com
Thank you very much everyone! We've now unlocked the PDF plans and laser cut wooden details. If you add £10 for this stretch goal you will get enough parts to detail 4 small buildings and 1 large African building. We've also made good progress... (Read More)

SPECTRE Miniatures: CAD and Casting

May 25th - via: kickstarter.com
One of our latest stretch goals is the PMC Technical pickup truck. These utility vehicles are popular with both irregular forces and private military as they provide rugged all terrain capability as well as a mobile heavy weapons platform. In this... (Read More)

New Stretch Goals and PMC Technical Update

May 24th - via: kickstarter.com
The first of our new stretch goals is a set of Nigerian Soldiers.  The Nigerian army is very active in west and central Africa, usually in a peacekeeping capacity, but also in a millitary role. The are very well equipped and trained to a good... (Read More)

PMC Technical Stretch Goal

May 23rd - via: kickstarter.com
We've been busy working on a PMC Technical and have decided to add it as a Stretch Goal. We weren't originally going to offer this as part of the campaign but we've been blown away by your support so thought we would give you a nice treat.  We... (Read More)

Declassified: Know Your Gun Part.2

May 22nd - via: kickstarter.com
Light Sniper Rifles: These rifles give shooters increased firepower at long range, but in a relatively lightweight format. Light sniper rifles are those precision rifles that are chambered for assault rifle and machine gun rounds. Finer machining,... (Read More)

Another goal unlocked and... the Sapeurs!

May 21st - via: kickstarter.com
Wow, we’ve just broke through another goal! now everyone pledging at ‘intelligence agent’ and above now get 4 free figures and the weapons cache for free! We are just finishing the next 4 stretch goals (one will be a big suprise!) so you will... (Read More)

Spectre Operations: Infantry Rules Updated

May 20th - via: kickstarter.com
Spectre Operations: Infantry Rules have been updated with Force Selection rules and Command and Warlord Assets. They are available to download from here. As before please bear in mind that this is an early beta version, the full version will be... (Read More)

Spectre Operations: Infantry Rules

May 19th - via: kickstarter.com
This post is for backers only. Please visit Kickstarter.com and log in to read. (Read More)

Scenery bundle add on!

May 19th - via: kickstarter.com
We had a very positive response to our earlier idea of giving backers the opportunity of being able to have the plans for some of the buildings we have made on our display board. We've also been able to make a sheet of the laser cut windows and doors... (Read More)

£14,000 Goal Reached

May 18th - via: kickstarter.com
Thank you very much everyone! The Mercenary miniature is unlocked and will be added as a freebie to all pledges at 'Contractor' level and above.This chap could be used to represent anything from a mercenary to undercover agent and with a little... (Read More)

Scale Comparison

May 18th - via: kickstarter.com
Heres another few scale comparisons. This time Empress Miniatures and Skirmish Sangin.   (Read More)

Scale Comparison

May 17th - via: kickstarter.com
We've had a few requests for a scale comparison with a Hasslefree miniature, so here we go.   (Read More)

Declassified: Know Your Gun Part.1

May 16th - via: kickstarter.com
The rules are pretty much done now.. sorry for keeping you all waiting! We understand that with modern warfare and the terminology that goes with it can be quite daunting to those who are just getting into the setting, so as with everything with... (Read More)

Scale Comparison

May 15th - via: kickstarter.com
Quite a few of you have asked how our miniatures match up with other manufacturers. So we thought we would show some more comparisons to give you an idea of how they match up. Here's the first few.  (Read More)

SPECTRE: Operations - teaser intro

May 14th - via: kickstarter.com
As the rules are nearing completion, we thought we would give you a little teaser of what they are intended to represent. Today’s battlefields are very different to those seen even as recently as 50 years ago, and we are currently witnessing the... (Read More)

Recommended reading/viewing

May 13th - via: kickstarter.com
It’s hard to keep track and provide all the material that has inspired when making this range and writing the rules, but here is a selection to get you going. As a general rule the non fiction and documentaries are more the ‘real’ details and... (Read More)

New stretch goals and freebies!

May 12th - via: kickstarter.com
We've added some new goals, which unlock free figures for certain pledge levels. We are using this opportunity to add some interesting character figures. All these are Kickstarter exclusive figures and will not be available afterwards. Also, as a... (Read More)

Want to build a town like this?

May 12th - via: kickstarter.com
We’ve had a lot of of people enquiring about the terrain requirements for a game of Spectre: Operations. Quick games can be played on a 2x2ft table, but 2x4ft would give more room for maneuver. Scenery plays a very important role in the games,... (Read More)

The shape of things to come

May 11th - via: kickstarter.com
Wow! thank you all so much for your support - we have been blown away with how quickly the goals have unlocked. This isn't the end though, when we realised how popular the range was proving to be we started designing some new figures for additional... (Read More)

A closer look at some militia..

May 10th - via: kickstarter.com
Militia with RPGs The RPG launcher is a common sight in the hands of rebel groups all over the world, due to its relatively low cost and the fact that it can be operated with little to no training Africa is no exception. As noted in James Brabazon... (Read More)

£11,000 goal reached!

May 9th - via: kickstarter.com
Thank you very much everyone! only one goal left before we can reveal some special Kickstarter only goals for our backers!  These are unlocking much quicker than we anticipated, The PMCs are being cast at the moment and the Sapeurs are on the... (Read More)

One man and his dog

May 8th - via: kickstarter.com
 As we are gradually getting pre-production casts in, painting them and updating the photos. We are particularly proud of how the dog team has come out so we thought we would show it off! We are very close to having all the unlocks available for you... (Read More)

PMC and rebel designers notes

May 8th - via: kickstarter.com
Private military contractors alpha The private military contractor figures (PMCs) gave us the opportunity to make some really individual figures with some non-'standard issue' kit, that could still be used in conjunction with the other sets without... (Read More)

10K goal unlocked!

May 8th - via: kickstarter.com
 With the first set of PMCs and the African rebel soldiers unlocked, almost all of our initial stretch goals are now available for you to choose your rewards from!  (Read More)

SAS Recce Patrol

May 7th - via: kickstarter.com
We wanted the SAS (22 Special Air Service, to give them their full and proper name) to be in stark contrast to the Delta force in terms of appearance. They are intended as representing men on extended reconnaissance (recce to the Brits and recon in... (Read More)

Another unlock! and designers notes

May 6th - via: kickstarter.com
Wow, we are really amazed with how quickly these stretch goals are unlocking! We may have to make some more figures for further ones at this rate.... Designers notes. We thought this would be a great opportunity to talk a little about the Delta force... (Read More)

New pledge level!

May 6th - via: kickstarter.com
We've had a few people suggest that we add an additional pledge level between Contractor (8 sets) and Warlord (16 sets) pledges. This made sense to us and who are we to disappoint! You can now pledge at the 'Intelligence Agent' level for 12 sets of... (Read More)

African Paramilitary

May 6th - via: kickstarter.com
These were unlocked yesterday and we thought this would be a good opportunity to show off an alternative paint scheme and tell you a little about them. The reference for these figures came primarily from the rebel groups located around the Niger... (Read More)

Second Unlock: SAS Close Observation and African Paramilitary

May 5th - via: kickstarter.com
We've hit the £8000 mark and unlocked the SAS Close Observation Patrol and African Paramilitary miniature sets. We're racing through these, we can't believe at how quick they're unlocking. Keep spreading the word and we should get them all at this... (Read More)

Painting Digital Camo

May 5th - via: kickstarter.com
Wargames, Soldiers and Strategy all the way over in America have posted a great video showing how to paint digital camo using one of our CIA miniatures. Theres some great tips in there.  Maybe we should request a Multicam painting tutorial.... (Read More)

Spectre Miniatures Fight In Deepest Africa On Kickstarter

May 5th - via: beastsofwar.com
Get your fight on in deepest, darkest Africa with Spectre Miniatures giving you models and rules to do so. (Read More)

First Unlock: Warlords and Big Men.

May 4th - via: kickstarter.com
First Stretch Unlock! We've hit our first unlock, the CIA Field Agents and Warlords and Big Men are now available. Thank you for your support this means so much to us.  Warlords and Big MenThese figures provided us with a real opportunity to make... (Read More)

No extra postage charge for add-on sets.

May 4th - via: kickstarter.com
We've been getting quite a few questions about how much extra to pledge to cover postage for add-on sets on top of normal pledge levels.  The extra amount to pay is: absolutely nothing! So if you just want an extra set or two, there's no extra... (Read More)

SPECTRE Miniatures: The men on the ground.

May 3rd - via: kickstarter.com
Apart from the physical sculpting and designing of the guns, the most time consuming aspect of this miniatures range was the research. This started 12 months ago with scouring the internet and books for photos, reading accounts, watching... (Read More)

Funding goal achieved! Thank you all!

May 2nd - via: kickstarter.com
WE DID IT! We'd like to say a huge and excited thank you to all of you who have backed us so far, this has been an incredible two days and we're overwhelmed by the huge amount of support that has been expressed! Spectre the dream is now a reality... (Read More)

Pledge for extra sets!

May 2nd - via: kickstarter.com
Due to popular demand we have decided to allow backers to pledge for additional sets of figures! You may add an additional £10 to your pledge. Each £10 you add will give you the choice of an extra set of figures. For instance, if you have pledged... (Read More)

Spectre Interview

May 1st - via: kickstarter.com
The kind chaps over at Weegamers have posted an interview they did with us earlier in the week. http://weegamers.blogspot.co.uk/2014/05/the-spectre-rises-of-covert-operations.html  (Read More)

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