Panzerfäuste: Mechanised Warfare in a Mythical Realm

A project in Kenilworth, UK by Hysterical Games
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In Panzerfäuste, armies of Gnomes, Dwarves, Orcs and many others fight a war of attrition across a mythical landscape.
Backers: 270
Average Pledge Per Backer: £115

Funded: £31,173 of £5,000
Dates: Oct 9th -> Nov 8th (31 days)
Project By: Hysterical Games
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Latest News

No Mountain Too High!

November 8th - via: kickstarter.com
Well I wasn't expecting that, but there's no stopping you at the moment... The Dwarf Gebirgsjäger section has been unlocked and can be one of your section options in your pledge, or added on to expand your Dwarf army for £22... Dwarf Gebirgsjäger... (Read More)

Death in the Mountains...

November 8th - via: kickstarter.com
Well seems you don't get rid of me that easy do you? :-) You lot are an amazing bunch of people and have just smashed through the £30K barrier and unlocked the Deathless Zombi Dwarf section. Like other sections you can either use them as one of your... (Read More)

Don't Panic! Don't Panic!

November 8th - via: kickstarter.com
Well I've broken Kickstarter! It won't let me update the main page with the new updates even if I reduce the amount of text in doing so. Rob can fix it tomorrow... Anyhow, the GREAT news is that the Local Orc Volunteers have been unlocked and can be... (Read More)

Real Estate...

November 8th - via: kickstarter.com
Investing in property is always a wise move, especially with new people moving into the area, so for any buddy Gnomish property magnets we have put together this Gnome Village property deal where you get one of each piece of Gnome scenery at a... (Read More)

Death From the Steppes!

November 8th - via: kickstarter.com
Phew! What a busy day! (no wonder Rob skipped the country!) Apologies for the delay in this post but "someone" (I'm not naming names but let's say they are not in the country at this exact moment) asked Gregor to urgently draw some other concepts... (Read More)

Armoured Warfare!

November 8th - via: kickstarter.com
Ok, you asked for it... For those of you that really want to go big on the war-beast front, here are some special Kickstarter offers on the war-beasts. This is are basically but two get one free offers on the RRP, so if you like your "tanks" this is... (Read More)

Char D'Escargot Avant!

November 8th - via: kickstarter.com
The Gnome Light Snail Tank has been unlocked! Inspired by the FT-17 the model will come two to a pack with optional Machine Gun and Canon weaponry. Gnome Snail Tanks - two for £22 Historically the Germans used the FT-17 after capturing a lot from... (Read More)

Even Death Does Not Release You...

November 8th - via: kickstarter.com
Ok Deathless fans, the main man (well emaciated Dark Elf) Koschei the Deathless is unlocked and available as an add-on for £8 (or as one of your free hero choices if your pledge qualifies). This model will be a Kickstarter exclusive, so if you want... (Read More)

Who Do You Think You Are Kidding Mr Kaiser?

November 8th - via: kickstarter.com
Ok as we are coming up on the last few hours of this crazy Kickstarter, I thought, let's go crazy with some reduced stretch goals!!!! First off - the Gnome Light Snail tank will unlock at £27,500 (less than £1k away now...) Gnome Light Snail Tank... (Read More)

A Long Way From Gnome...

November 8th - via: kickstarter.com
I might just stay in bed today as you guys are amazing when I'm asleep! ;-) First off over 250 backers so now everyone Corporal or higher all will be getting a lovely sheet of propaganda posters designed by the talented John Bell (I love these and... (Read More)

24 Hours To Go... Hansi the Kaiser's Cat is here!

November 7th - via: kickstarter.com
As we enter the last 24 hours of this amazing Kickstarter we wanted to say thank you to our backers by giving everyone who has pledged £22 or more an exclusive free never to be produced again miniature - the Kaiser's Cat Hansi! Hansi the cat (Tiger... (Read More)

Kill First, Calculate Later!

November 6th - via: kickstarter.com
Hurrah! The Troglodyte Ułani cavalry are unlocked. Now you can charge the invader's  Panzerbär in true hysterical style! The Ułani troop comprises of four resin models and can be taken as a section option in your pledge or as an add on for... (Read More)

The 48 Hour Countdown Begins...

November 6th - via: kickstarter.com
The Kickstarter has entered its last 48 hours! First off, I know Rob has thanked you all, but I'd just like to take this opportunity, as I sit here on my own in Hysterical Towers, to repeat that thanks. That the weird little game I devised 18 odd... (Read More)

Panzerbär Marsch!

November 6th - via: kickstarter.com
We've just received some new concept art from Will of the Panzerbär and I couldn't resist showing it off. The design is still a work in progress so will be tweaked and I don't know whether we'll be doing the cute little herder guy, but I thought... (Read More)

While Rob is Away...

November 5th - via: kickstarter.com
Rob is now en route to Crisis and he has left me the keys to Hysterical Towers! Hee hee! Now that I am the Supreme Overlord I have made my first Executive decision by creating a new pledge level - the Major General level! Basically a 4 x reinforced... (Read More)

Raise the Dead! - Necromancy Magick Deck Unlocked and quick video update!

November 5th - via: kickstarter.com
Hello all! So, we've smashed through the next stretch goal, for the Deathless Magick Deck, now allowing you to use the Rusalka in Mass Battle Games! Necromancy Magick Deck, available as an add-on or as one of your free Card Decks!  Obviously, we are... (Read More)

Achtung! Panzerbär!

November 4th - via: kickstarter.com
Hot on the heels of the Orcish War-Wyrm, we are very happy to announce that it's opponent, the Dwarf Panzerbär will be available to buy as an add-on as well, thanks to 'The Anarchy of Anton!' Blog, check it out here! "Leutnant Evhȃnz took a last... (Read More)

FREE QUICK REFERENCE SHEETS! 225 BACKERS - SMASHED

November 3rd - via: kickstarter.com
Well, we're past 225 Backers, which means we have unlocked a FREE PRINTED QUICK REFERENCE SHEET WITH EVERY RULEBOOK.  This handy sheet will help you quickly find the most important information you need for your games of Panzerfäuste Skirmish and... (Read More)

The Great Gnomish Bake Off!

November 3rd - via: kickstarter.com
What would a village in Dun-Nomin be, without a Bakery at it's centre?  Today we've unlocked the first of a range of scenery designed by Tony Harwood (Dampfpanzerwagon). This talented chap has really pulled out all the stops to make sure each of... (Read More)

Stamp. Stamp. Stamp... ROOOOOAAAAAAARRRRRRRRRRGH!!!!!

November 3rd - via: kickstarter.com
... Can we just say, that you are the most humbling bunch of folk that we have ever had the pleasure of doing business with? Genuinely, the most heartfelt of thank you's go out to you all and we know that we say it a lot, but this time we pretty much... (Read More)

Shaman Magick Deck - Unlocked! AND MORE NEW STRETCH GOALS

November 2nd - via: kickstarter.com
Hey Guys!The Shaman Magick Deck for the Troglodytes has been Unlocked!  This means you can now use the trio of Shamans that come int he Troglodyte Command Set in your games of Panzerfäuste Mass Battle! Next up is the first of our Scenery Range made... (Read More)

1 WEEK LEFT!!! And Battle Lord Swarog is Unlocked

November 1st - via: kickstarter.com
Guys, you have no idea quite how awesome you all are. Thank you so much for your support. Look at where we are! We still have one week left.  So, just quickly, here is a Message from Rob... Hopefully the video works this time! Just to re-iterate my... (Read More)

KAMPFKONDOR INBOUND! - Kampfkondor Kit UNLOCKED!

November 1st - via: kickstarter.com
Apologies for the Radio Silence yesterday! I was helping my dear friend Rich move into his new house, which took a little more of my time than I expected!  In any case, many of you already know that Beasts of War decided to feature our Kickstarter... (Read More)

Trrrrroooooll!!!!! - Zombi Troll Brute Unlocked!

October 30th - via: kickstarter.com
Just like this Zombi Troll, my fingers are beginning to fall off! However, mine is due to these Updates! :DIt's awesome! Thanks guys! (Scene taken from Rob's favourite film, Troll Hunter. Please buy the film, it's excellent) With that, I am very... (Read More)

200 Backers! - Community Stretch Goal - UNLOCKED

October 30th - via: kickstarter.com
Well, you did it! Thanks to your amazing networking and sharing, that we are hugely grateful for, we can now offer all backers of Captain Level and above a FREE HERO (£8 Model) of their choice! You may choose any one of the following characters as... (Read More)

Helmet-Dwelling Night Vision Frog! - Hauptmann Entwickler Unlocked!

October 30th - via: kickstarter.com
Here he is folks!  Now Unlocked!  So let's see exactly what we have unlocked. HAUPTMANN ENTWICKLERA cunning tactician in his own right, Entwickler also boasts one of the keenest and most progressive minds in Dwarven engineering, constantly pushing... (Read More)

THE DEATHLESS MARCH! - Operation Herzschlag Deck Unlocked!

October 30th - via: kickstarter.com
The dark winter chill of the Deathless is upon us! You can now play out games of Panzerfäuste Mass Battle with the theme of the battlefields of Operation Herzschlag using the New Shared Magick Deck! We've also decided to throw in some more free card... (Read More)

Death from Above! Bogglez-Wurf, the Wyvern Pilot is Unlocked!

October 29th - via: kickstarter.com
Vrrrrrroooooom! Screeeech! Roooooar! BOOOOOOM!!!!!Wyverns are terrifying things. Truly terrifying. The rate at which they spit fire and death on their enemies is beyond belief! Bogglez-Wurf is the best known Pilot in the entirety of Orcish History.... (Read More)

Ribbit. Ribbit. Ribbit. BOOM! Entwickler Stretch Goal announcement!

October 29th - via: kickstarter.com
We are pleased to announce another mini-stretch goal a little further on! Hauptmann Entwickler, the mad-inventor Dwarf and his pet Frog!  This fantastic character, designed by Luke Passingham, has appeared in several scenarios over the years on... (Read More)

Templates redesign!

October 28th - via: kickstarter.com
Hey guys, Quick little update to say that we have redesigned the template set! This is now in line with the most up to date version of the Mass Battle Rules (which haven't been uploaded yet due to Graphics madness!) and are now usable in the... (Read More)

Mini-Stretch Goals!

October 28th - via: kickstarter.com
I think it's about time for some mini-stretch goals!We've had a bit of a wavering week, which has been a week of highs and lows here at Hysterical towers, but we're confident that, with your help, we'll get there. We're really, really happy to... (Read More)

Designing the Orcs - An analysis!

October 26th - via: kickstarter.com
Firstly, we're going through a rocky period! Steady yourselves, pledge what you can and remember to shout loud about Panzerfäuste! Without you guys, none of this would be possible. We have very, VERY big plans and we need you so that we can unlock... (Read More)

They came from the North! - The Deathless are Unlocked!

October 23rd - via: kickstarter.com
Well done guys, this is a big milestone and we're DEAD excited (pun intented), the 5th Faction -The Deathless - are unlocked! The Deathless are Unlocked! So what have we unlocked? The DeathlessThe Deathless are the horde of Count Koschei, an exiled... (Read More)

Designing the Dwarves - An analysis!

October 22nd - via: kickstarter.com
Hello all, We are steaming ahead, gaining ever-closer on those elusive Deathless. Soon they shall rise! Tonight, I wanted to talk to you about the Dwarves of Khallazdurin! Dwarf Fallschirmjaeger, from the original Panzerfäuste Rulebook (1998)... (Read More)

Generals gathered in their masses! - SCHWEINHUNDEREITE UNLOCKED!

October 20th - via: kickstarter.com
"Generals gathered in their masseeeeeeeeeees! Gralski witches at Black Masses Rebel minds plot revolutioooooon  Deathless bodies sow confusion ! In the fields the dead keep risiiiiiiiiing! Vengeance t'ward the Tsar devising Death and hatred to... (Read More)

Now you see me! - Illusionism Magick Deck Unlocked!

October 20th - via: kickstarter.com
Another Stretch Goal smashed!  This is the SECOND of our 'Faction specific' Magick Decks. You will need these to use the Magick specialists in your army in the Mass Battle Game, this deck is specifically for GNOMES.  Available as an add-on for £3... (Read More)

Vive la Dun Nomin! Vive la Kaliko!

October 19th - via: kickstarter.com
"How can I be expected to run a country that has 246 different kinds of Cheese?!" - Crown Prince Kaliko... We got there! Kickstarter Exclusive Prince Kaliko is UNLOCKED!  Gregor is being a little trooper. Sadly, we are an artist down, so Gregor is... (Read More)

Designing the Gnomes - An analysis!

October 18th - via: kickstarter.com
Hello all!We're just over a week into Kickstarter, and into the dreaded 'plateau period'! Not to fear, for we have many exciting things coming up! Today, I just wanted to talk to you about another one of Panzerfäuste's defining races, the Gnomes of... (Read More)

Enigma Magick Deck - Decoded!

October 17th - via: kickstarter.com
Well, we beat this stretch goal! Enigma Magick Deck now available as an add on!  This is the first of our 'Faction specific' Magick Decks. You will need these to use the Magick specialists in your army, this deck is specifically for ORCS and/or... (Read More)

End of Week 1 Update!

October 16th - via: kickstarter.com
Well hello Guys and Girls!I just wanted to update you all with this end of week update, to celebrate what we have achieved in just under 7 days of Kickstarter. With your help, we have unlocked a massive number of miniatures, 2 rulebooks, a t-shirt,... (Read More)

En avant, mes escargots! - Gnome Gasteroportés are Unlocked!

October 15th - via: kickstarter.com
Slowly but surely, the lumpen silhouette of the Gnomish Gasteroportés appeared on the horizon in the near-distance. The blue clad Gnomish Voltigeurs cheered from their entrenched position knowing that this was the moment that the tide of battle... (Read More)

Designing the Troglodytes - An analysis!

October 14th - via: kickstarter.com
Hello all!So, whilst the sculptors are working on getting the Troglodyte Command sculpted up, we thought you might like to see where the journey has come from.  Troglodyte Partizan, from the original Panzerfäuste Rulebook (1998)  Many moons ago, a... (Read More)

Armoured Hammer! - Dwarf Sturmtruppen Unlocked!

October 13th - via: kickstarter.com
The Dwarf Sturmtruppen, in all their armoured glory, have been unlocked!  So, that's awesome - but what have we actually unlocked?  DWARF STURMTRUPPEN"The fortifications of the Môn-Gerahnt formed a fearsome obstacle to the plans of the Dwarves, so... (Read More)

Ein Zwerg, Ein Bier, Ein Volk! - Dwarven Kaiser Alberich, the Grossmeister Brauer unlocked!

October 12th - via: kickstarter.com
Here he is! Kaiser Alberich - Unlocked!  So, we've had Orc Warlord Churg-ill, now is the time of the Dwarves and their leader - Kaiser Alberich... Here's what you have unlocked.  KAISER ALBERICH - GROSSMEISTER BRAUER"Kaiser and Grossmeister Brauer... (Read More)

Bóg, Honor, Ojczyzna - Troglodyte Górale are Unlocked!

October 12th - via: kickstarter.com
...and as I fell into deep slumber, Kickstarter backers were working intensely, helping the project grow.  Well guys, that's another goal hit! So, what have we unlocked?  TROGLODYTE GÓRALEGórale, an elite unit of Troglodyte highlanders than live... (Read More)

The Ladies from Hell! - Orc Highlanders Unlocked!

October 11th - via: kickstarter.com
Aaaaaaand we're there! The crazy nutters have been unlocked! In come the ORC HIGHLANDERS.  WIP alternate artwork - needs green skin! Artist is M.I.A! :( ORC HIGHLANDERS"From the desolate southern mountain regions of Branzhûm come the vicious kilted... (Read More)

Where Skirmishers Dare! - Skirmish Beta Rules released!

October 11th - via: kickstarter.com
Rob: "What should I call this update, Steve?"Steve: "..."Rob: "Well?"Steve: "Where Skirmishers Dare!"Rob: "...Oh for the love of... ...fine it will do." Steve: "Do I need another coffee?"Rob: "Yes, yes you do."So! Skirmish rules!Here they are! Go... (Read More)

I 'ave nuffin' to offer 'cept blood, toil, tears and sweat! - Warlord Churg-Ill unlocked!

October 11th - via: kickstarter.com
Warlord Churg-ill is unlocked!  Well, there it is folks! The mighty Orc Warlord Churg-ill has been unlocked. So, who is he? WARLORD CHURG-ILL"First Warlord of the thirteen tribes of Branzhûm, Chûrg-ill is a burly cigar-chomping, tommy-gun... (Read More)

Where... Goats(?!) Dare... - Gnome Chasseurs Alpins Unlocked!

October 11th - via: kickstarter.com
Rob: "Morning Steve!"Steve: "Morning Rob, how can I help?"Rob: "Uhmmmmm, what should I call the new update?"Steve: "Good Question... How about 'Where Goats Dare'"Rob: "..."Steve: "...I need more coffee" Good morning folks!Well, once again, a busy... (Read More)

FREE BETA RULES AVAILABLE NOW!

October 10th - via: kickstarter.com
The first batch of the Beta testing rules are available now!Craig has been a busy-bee fixing up these documents ready for you and obviously, I've been hard at working finalising some rules. Currently, the army lists are not available, but this will... (Read More)

NEW PLEDGE LEVEL FOR SKIRMISH GAMERS!

October 10th - via: kickstarter.com
Hey guys!We've had some feedback asking if we can have a sort of 'in-between' Skirmish and Mass Battle Pledge Level. We got out our calculators and worked out what we can do. Well, we are now offering COLOUR SERGEANT Pledge Levels.   This great new... (Read More)

From the Skies! - Dwarf Fallschirmjaeger unlocked!

October 10th - via: kickstarter.com
Dropped in by Kampfkondor, the Dwarf Fallschirmjaeger are here!  So what exactly have you unlocked?  DWARF FALLSCHIRMJAEGER"Flying into battle on the backs of huge Kampfkondor, the Dwarven Fallschirmjäger are an elite unit of airborne troops, one... (Read More)

Niedźwiedź żołnierz! - Wojtek the Soldier Bear Unlocked!

October 10th - via: kickstarter.com
Our very own Bear Soldier, Wojtek, has been unlocked!  Troglodyte Brute - Wojtek the Bear is unlocked!  Based on a real-life story, we were massively inspired by the Siberian Bear that became a Private in the Polish Army. Here is a little footage... (Read More)

Sieze this chance to take back Tôrg Baraz! - Operation Unterberg cards unlocked!

October 10th - via: kickstarter.com
Well folks, sorry for the delay; but it seems you have unlocked yet another one of our Stretch Goals! Operation Unterberg Shared Magick Deck unlocked! What have you unlocked? The Operation Unterberg Shared Magick deck can be used in Panzerfäuste:... (Read More)

Whistle while you work... - Many Unlocks!

October 10th - via: kickstarter.com
Good morning folks!Here I am, bleary eyed, in my dressing gown, clutching a cup of freshly brewed coffee. I open up my laptop and bring up Kickstarter and lo and behold, you guys have been pledging away to help smash those stretch goals! You've made... (Read More)

Fight or Die! - Orc Fomori Brute and Dwarf Straftruppen Section Unlocked!

October 9th - via: kickstarter.com
Well, it's been an amazing ride, but it's bed-time here in the UK and we just wanted to do one final closing update. You guys are awesome, that's all the stretch goals we had graphics ready for... We've sure as heck got a tonne more material to play... (Read More)

Whizz, Bang, Pop! - Operation Blutrach Unlocked!

October 9th - via: kickstarter.com
Operation Blutrach Cards Unlocked! So. Many. Updates. I'm getting repetitive strain injury!Not that I'm complaining, this is awesome! Well done guys, we smashed yet another Stretch goal! Okay, so what exactly are these cards?  "Between you and... (Read More)

'Ere we Go! 'Ere we Go! 'Ere we Go! - The Orcs enter the War!

October 9th - via: kickstarter.com
The Orcs of Branzhûm are unlocked!  South of the Gnomish lands, across the sea, is a solitary island - Branzhûm. Upon this island dwell all manner of creatures, but none more than the various tribes of Orcs. Led by a powerful Warlord, these Orcs... (Read More)

Et tu Brutes! - The Brutes Enter the Battlefield!

October 9th - via: kickstarter.com
Well, you guys smashed it!That's the first TWO Stretch Goals utterly smashed under the heavy feet of these two Brutes!Which, by the way, you will be getting some for FREE! Sergeant and Sergeant Major levels get 1 free Brute  Lieutenant and Captain... (Read More)

Thank You!

October 9th - via: kickstarter.com
We did it!  Uhm. Well.... Blimey! You guys did it! We're funded! Now the fun begins, we get to share all of these awesome stretch goals with you! THANK YOU SO MUCH!  The Gnomes of Dun-Nomin and the Dwarves of Khallazdurin are locked in as armies... (Read More)

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