It's really cool they released these, I can't help but notice that they always use mastiffs ( not a hound in any stretch of the imagination) when needing a model for a dog
Nice review, as always! The force cage box could also be used as a gelatinous cube, in a pinch. I feel that Mordenkainen's sword and Leomund's hidden chest are unnecessary additions to this set though, as chests are dime a dozen, and the first set of spell effects had a sword mini(although on fire), and Dungeon of the Mad Mage had flying sword minis. I hope the Almiraj is released as an actual prepainted mini as well, and not just a spell effect. :)
Indeed. Though I do like that the chest has a lid with a hinge on it. That seems special to me. I think the sword was already sculpted so it was an inexpensive thing to add. Good call on the gelatinous cube. And yeah, since they've made a mold for the Almiraj, I bet we'll see a regular mini for it soon. :-) -Theo
True, there aren't that many chests with functional lids, and even if it wasn't already sculpted, the sword would probably be one of the easier ones to sculpt anyway. I don't mind that they're there, it just feels a bit unnecessary to me. But if I get this set, I'll probably use at least the sword. The chest is more likely to just be used as a chest, or not at all. ;) But yeah, really hoping for an almiraj! I'd also love to see a jackalope. So cute! :D
Great review once again! Man this set feels somehow even more than the previous set. I dunno why but it seems like you get more pieces for your money. Great to see so many classic spells I have known since 2E finally given shape and form! The translucent Mordenkainen's Sword and Hound are excellent. And I guess this means Halaster can summon THAT many swords??? That's scary. The force cages are excellent. I gotta try whether I can cage a Huge mini under the bigger one, like a Frogemoth! The Almiraj is adorable. And you are right, it healing outside battle seems cheap, almost 4E unbalanced where the characters (even fighters) could just heal X times per day after encounters non-magically. Best to keep this spell to just combat use, I feel -it's like a less powerful version of Regeneration.
That’s the dragonborn Arkhan the Cruel and Krull, death cleric tortle, from the upcoming Icons of the Realms: Arkhan the Cruel and The Dark Order set for which you can see the review at ua-cam.com/video/9Wxhr4bNz9c/v-deo.html
I didn't realize this set came with so many spell effects. Looks like a great set.
It's definitely a full box! -Theo
Looks cool. I like how the Bones of the Earth can double as rough pillars.
That's true! They were well as terrain too. -Theo
I really want that faithful hound, such a fun spell for my Artificer to use
He's a good doggy! -Theo
Need some Dancing lights I'm always ready to go and Rave in a Cavern.....I really like the look of these.
Cavern rave sounds incredible! -Theo
Dancing lights came out in a previous set, as the shape of a guy made of lights.
@@miker1924 yeah I know great little mini itself
It's really cool they released these, I can't help but notice that they always use mastiffs ( not a hound in any stretch of the imagination) when needing a model for a dog
Nice review, as always!
The force cage box could also be used as a gelatinous cube, in a pinch. I feel that Mordenkainen's sword and Leomund's hidden chest are unnecessary additions to this set though, as chests are dime a dozen, and the first set of spell effects had a sword mini(although on fire), and Dungeon of the Mad Mage had flying sword minis.
I hope the Almiraj is released as an actual prepainted mini as well, and not just a spell effect. :)
Indeed. Though I do like that the chest has a lid with a hinge on it. That seems special to me. I think the sword was already sculpted so it was an inexpensive thing to add. Good call on the gelatinous cube. And yeah, since they've made a mold for the Almiraj, I bet we'll see a regular mini for it soon. :-) -Theo
True, there aren't that many chests with functional lids, and even if it wasn't already sculpted, the sword would probably be one of the easier ones to sculpt anyway. I don't mind that they're there, it just feels a bit unnecessary to me. But if I get this set, I'll probably use at least the sword. The chest is more likely to just be used as a chest, or not at all. ;)
But yeah, really hoping for an almiraj! I'd also love to see a jackalope. So cute! :D
the sign did say "Beware of magical dog! "...
Woof! -Theo
Great review once again! Man this set feels somehow even more than the previous set. I dunno why but it seems like you get more pieces for your money. Great to see so many classic spells I have known since 2E finally given shape and form! The translucent Mordenkainen's Sword and Hound are excellent. And I guess this means Halaster can summon THAT many swords??? That's scary. The force cages are excellent. I gotta try whether I can cage a Huge mini under the bigger one, like a Frogemoth! The Almiraj is adorable. And you are right, it healing outside battle seems cheap, almost 4E unbalanced where the characters (even fighters) could just heal X times per day after encounters non-magically. Best to keep this spell to just combat use, I feel -it's like a less powerful version of Regeneration.
Theo’s got you on the froghemoth instagram.com/p/B8NLff9BAkv/ -Grady
I'm not too crazy about the solid force cage. but the rest look fun to use!
Heh, it's pretty much a plastic box, but at least it's the correct size! -Theo
Hope to see blade barrier some time
That would be interesting! -Theo
Some of them seemed to simple, but the are very good to better visualization of the spells, overall i liked the set!
Yeah, I'm quite fond of this set too. :-) -Theo
Take my money!
It's a great set! -Theo
I minda want them xD some look quite good
Yeah, it's a good looking set! -Theo
Dark caverns or raves?
Good thing raves are my bards favored terrain!
Or cats claw I love it
What are the two mini/figures sitting on you two decks of many next to you?
That would be Mini Rytlock and Mini Baby Aurene Funko Pops from Guild Wars 2. -Theo
Awesome effects
What’s the price point on it?
Wall of fire
Blade barrier
Black tentacles
MSRP appears to be $49.99 USD but I’m seeing multiple online retailers listing it under $40 for preorders. -Grady
The template set is not currently linked in the "I" cards.
Thank you! I'll get that fixed! -Theo
What minis are shown in the box at 5:28?
That’s the dragonborn Arkhan the Cruel and Krull, death cleric tortle, from the upcoming Icons of the Realms: Arkhan the Cruel and The Dark Order set for which you can see the review at ua-cam.com/video/9Wxhr4bNz9c/v-deo.html
Why put of all the spells would they put Mordenkainen's Sword in this?!! Ugh
What spells would you like to see? -Theo