Twelve Elements of War
A project in Sydney, Australia by Sword & Board Games000days
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A 28mm miniature skirmish game with a twist. Assemble your warband of different fantasy races to fight for the glory of your faction.
Backers: 112
Average Pledge Per Backer: $173
Funded: $19,384 of $10,000
Dates: Nov 30th -> Jan 14th (45 days)
Project By: Sword & Board Games
Backers: 112
Average Pledge Per Backer: $173
Funded: $19,384 of $10,000
Dates: Nov 30th -> Jan 14th (45 days)
Project By: Sword & Board Games
$19,384
current pledge level
Last Updated: December 22 @ 15:03 -0500 GMT
193%
of goal
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Latest News
Twelve Elements of War Returns to Kickstarter!
June 3rd - via: beastsofwar.com
Sword and Board Games have teamed up with River Horse to once again make their fantasy game Twelve Elements of War a reality with the help of Kickstarter. (Read More)
Twelve Elements of War Kickstarter Cancelled
December 23rd - via: pinsofwar.com
Gamezone’s Fantasy dungeon-crawler board-game, riding on the old Heroquest brand-name, unlocked several hundred thousand dollars on Kickstarter before being shut down. Ever since, they’ve been chasing opportunities to get back on a crowd-funding platform. (Read More)
Campaign Cancellation 
December 22nd - via: kickstarter.com
Hi All, I wish I had a cheerier note for first thing in the morning. It has become clear to us here at Sword & Board Games, that meeting the high levels of expectations this game has drawn, is going to be very difficult. The Kickstarter... (Read More)
Lore Sneak Peek - Seasons: Autumn Part 2
December 20th - via: kickstarter.com
Chentis. Sacred Element: Decay. Trees shed their leaves, and hibernating animals find shelter for the winter. (Read More)
Shadow Hold Classes
December 19th - via: kickstarter.com
Lord Sorcerer Followers of Lord Camulus, these renegade runecasters seek out magic artefacts, slaves and other useful resources for their master’s cause. They have joined Camulus of their own free will, unlike many who fight for the Shadow Hold.... (Read More)
Lore Sneak Peek - Seasons: Autumn Part 2
December 19th - via: kickstarter.com
Dhumos. Sacred Element: Smoke. A misty, dreary month, when the first chill of winter sets in. (Read More)
Lore Sneak Peek - Seasons: Autumn Part 1
December 18th - via: kickstarter.com
Kruwos. Sacred Element: Blood. The harvests are reaped now, and livestock killed and their meat preserved for the oncoming winter. The festival of First Slaughter is observed in fields throughout the Eastlands, where the first animal killed is... (Read More)
Lore Sneak Peek - Seasons: Summer Part 3
December 17th - via: kickstarter.com
Leukos. Sacred Element: Electricity. A time of long, balmy days and cool nights, often interrupted by fierce lightning storms. (Read More)
Lore Sneak Peek - Seasons: Summer Part 2
December 16th - via: kickstarter.com
Ecnis. Sacred Element: Fire. The hottest month of the year, when Letosh’s love for the Eastlands burns brightest. (Read More)
Lore Sneak Peek - Seasons: Summer Part 1
December 15th - via: kickstarter.com
Deru. Sacred Element: Wood. A time of fertility as crops mature in the warm sun. The merry Festival of Flowers occurs on the first day of this month. (Read More)
Disregards Update #32
December 15th - via: kickstarter.com
Errors are included in the races stats. A new one will be uploaded ASAP (Read More)
Pre-Generated Warriors to try-out
December 15th - via: kickstarter.com
I have included two warriors for you to trial at home using the Quick Reference guide that was poster to the downloads section on our website. (Read More)
Lore Sneak Peek - Seasons: Spring Part 3
December 14th - via: kickstarter.com
Aps. Sacred Element: Water. In this month, the farmers plant their crops. Rituals are performed to the gods to avoid drought. (Read More)
Lore Sneak Peek - Seasons: Spring Part 2
December 13th - via: kickstarter.com
Wentos. Sacred Element: Wind. Livestock give birth to the first of their young in this month. The eastern winds blow rainclouds in from over the sea, making this a wet and miserable month in the Eastlands. (Read More)
Important Information On Post KS Miniature Selection
December 13th - via: kickstarter.com
Just in case people where wondering regarding models that haven't been rendered yet. I want to confirm with you all that you wont be asked to select your miniatures until the renders have been finished. Once they have been completed you will be... (Read More)
Lore Sneak Peek - Seasons: Spring Part 1
December 12th - via: kickstarter.com
Inghros. Sacred Element: Light. The Festival of First Sun takes place on New Year’s Day, traditionally a time of debauchery, celebrating Letosh’s awakening. The snows of winter begin to melt and the world comes back to life. (Read More)
Lore Sneak Peek - Legacy of the Great King
December 11th - via: kickstarter.com
Ushering in the age of greater things came the Great King, an elf known to history only by his title. Gifted in the arts of war, and blessed with the silver tongue of diplomacy, he travelled between the many and disparate tribes that dwelled in... (Read More)
Twelve Elements of War - Rules Reference Available
December 11th - via: kickstarter.com
Hi All, Available to download form our website are the Rules References that will be in the back of the Rule book. This document should give you the basic idea of game rules (apart from skills, stats, rosters etc) (Read More)
Arena Fight – Mini Game
December 10th - via: kickstarter.com
Hi All, I thought you would be interested in some information about the Arena Combats that you can participate in when one of your models “Travels to Town”. The arena is a brutal pit-fight where the crowd bays for blood and bets on the outcome... (Read More)
Campaign Profile Icon Available
December 10th - via: kickstarter.com
Hi All, One of our backers has put together a KS profile icon that you can download from our Facebook page. A Big thank you to Frank for doing that. :) (Read More)
Keepers Stretch Goal Unlocked
December 10th - via: kickstarter.com
Hi All, Today we reached and unlocked our first stretch goal on our Twelve Elements of War Kickstarter campaign. The first of many we hope. Supporters can now choose between the Keepers of Talon Crag Citadel, The Mining Guild and Shadow Hold. We... (Read More)
Lore Sneak Peek - Rise of the Keepers
December 9th - via: kickstarter.com
The cults that had railed against the abuse of magic now came to the fore – vindicated, they swept to power supported by the horrified populace, and deposed Queen Gwennere, the last of the Aglestine dynasty. These cults unified and organised... (Read More)
Lore Sneak Peek - The Art of Runecraft
December 8th - via: kickstarter.com
The world is inextricably linked with magic, the supernatural energy that is believed to emanate from the sacred pool known as the Essence of Letosh in the very centre of Dothmora. Magic manifests as the twelve elements that govern the world: Blood,... (Read More)
Keepers Sabre Hound and Hunting Harrier Concept Art
December 6th - via: kickstarter.com
With us close to hitting our first stretch goal and unlocking the Keepers. I though i would share with you the Keepers Hunting Animals that a Keepers warband can take. Thay are not included in Stretch Goal 1. They will come later. Keepers Sabre Hound... (Read More)
Lore Sneak Peek - The Rule of the Young Queen
December 6th - via: kickstarter.com
Queen Amaralia’s realm remains in turmoil, and the future of the Eastlands hangs in the balance. For now though, her throne is secure, and she is brutal towards anyone who questions her rule. Nevertheless, Prince Marmion and other elite nobles of... (Read More)
10 Additional "Elements" Pledge Levels Slots
December 5th - via: kickstarter.com
Since they were so popular I have added another 10 Elements pledge level slots to the campaign. Hurry, they didn't last long last time. (Read More)
Basic Melee Combat Demonstration Video
December 5th - via: kickstarter.com
You'll need an HTML5 capable browser to see this content. Play 00:00 00:00 I want to emphasis that this is very rough and I doubt it will be winning any awards for production values. But it gives you guys a visual idea on how melee combat works. Its... (Read More)
New Stretch Goal, Freebies & Pledges
December 5th - via: kickstarter.com
You will have seen that the stretch goal section has undergone a change. The goals have increased. BUT, there are now FREE ITEMS for most levels once achieved. Recommendations where made for the supporters of the campaign to make requests of what... (Read More)
100% Funded!!!!!!
December 4th - via: kickstarter.com
Just under four days into the campaign we have hit our funding goal. Well done to all that have backed and supported the project. 41 Days to go to unlock some stretch goals. In regards to stretch goals and Free items, we are looking at some new ideas... (Read More)
Rules Update - Taking Tests, Determining Successes, Summery of Play, Round Sequence, Activating Models
December 4th - via: kickstarter.com
Taking a Test When a rule tells you to make a Test, you need to roll one or more dice and based on how well (or how badly) you roll, the Test is passed or failed. The rule will then tell you what happens due to the pass or fail. When a rule tells... (Read More)
Skills Preview
December 4th - via: kickstarter.com
Feral Roar When this model comes into base contact with an enemy model with a Charge Action, that enemy model must take a Courage Test at Difficulty 1. If failed, it may not make any Defence rolls against this model’s Melee Attack this round.... (Read More)
Shadow Hold Troll Painting Guide
December 4th - via: kickstarter.com
Hi All, Our friends over at Centerpiece Miniatures have done a painting tutorial on how they painted a awesome looking Shadow Hold Troll. Head on over and get some tips :) (Read More)
A Rough Height Comparison of the races of Twelve Elements
December 3rd - via: kickstarter.com
A ROUGH Race height comparison for Twelve Elements of War (Read More)
Rules Update - Defending
December 3rd - via: kickstarter.com
Defending When a successful Ranged or Melee Test has been made, the enemy model has a chance to defend itself. The enemy model may make ONE attempt to defend itself, choosing either to Dodge, rely on its Armour, or Parry the attack. Dodge A... (Read More)
Game Lore Part 2 - Rune Guns
December 3rd - via: kickstarter.com
Rune Guns These new-fangled long-range tubular weapons are designed to shoot small, solid lead projectiles, which are loaded into the breech of the rune-gun. The ammunition is inscribed with a small elemental rune, which influences the magical effect... (Read More)
Freebies Added to Stretch Goals
December 3rd - via: kickstarter.com
There has been a lot of questions regarding freebies. Freebies have been announce currently at two stretch levels. Caster, Warhost & Hoard pledge levels will receive a free weapon conversion pack once stretch goal 4 is reached. Caster,... (Read More)
Forum Chat
December 3rd - via: kickstarter.com
Hi All, One of our backers (Crimsonsun) has set up a forum entry of Beast of War regarding the Twelve Elements of War campaign. If your interested in creating some positive hype about the project, why don't you head on over and let people know what... (Read More)
Game Lore Part 1
December 3rd - via: kickstarter.com
The basics of the modern history was there was this big revolt against Highguard. *Toth broke away so they could indulge in their lust science and technological advancements. *The Mining Guild broke away because they where heavily in debt (taxes) to... (Read More)
80% Funded
December 2nd - via: kickstarter.com
This post is for backers only. Please visit Kickstarter.com and log in to read. (Read More)
Lore Previews
December 2nd - via: kickstarter.com
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Rule Demo Videos
December 2nd - via: kickstarter.com
This post is for backers only. Please visit Kickstarter.com and log in to read. (Read More)
50% Funded!!!
December 1st - via: kickstarter.com
This post is for backers only. Please visit Kickstarter.com and log in to read. (Read More)
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