Warlord Bolt Action Battle of the Bulge Starter Set — WWII wargame 🎲

This starter set brings the Battle of the Bulge to the tabletop with miniatures, terrain and the core third edition rules needed to begin Bolt Action WWII games. It is aimed at players who want to recreate winter clashes between US and German forces and includes infantry, an armored car, terrain piece and the scenario booklet so you can start playing straight away.

Key Points

The box collects miniatures and accessories for quick setup and scenario play. According to the manufacturer, the set contains US winter infantry and German Fallschirmjäger figures that represent both sides of the Ardennes engagements. Models arrive unassembled and unpainted, so hobby time is required to prepare forces before the first game. 🎲

This kit includes a small ruined farm terrain piece to add tactical cover to the tabletop and an M8 Greyhound/M20 armored car model for reconnaissance and support roles. The included scenario booklet helps guide initial battles and introduces the third edition rules in a focused way. 🪖

Technical Specifications

• Name: Warlord Games Warlord Bolt Action Battle of The Bulge Starter Set
• Miniatures: - 24 US hard plastic infantry (winter uniforms) - 18 German Fallschirmjäger hard plastic paratroopers (winter uniforms)
• Vehicles and terrain: - 1 M8 Greyhound/M20 armored car plastic model - 1 ruined farm terrain piece plastic
• Accessories: - Plastic markers, 10 six-sided dice, 8 action order dice, assembly and painting required
• Rulebook: - Third edition rulebook A5 and Battle of the Bulge scenario booklet included

Usage Recommendations

As models are supplied unpainted and unassembled, allocate time for building and priming before playing. Beginners may want to assemble infantry squads first and keep the vehicle as a focal point for scenario objectives. Consider using simple color schemes for winter uniforms to speed painting and maintain visual clarity on the table. 🎨

Be aware that some players prefer supplementing the starter with extra dice or basing materials to match existing collections. Also note that the set focuses on a historic winter scenario, so additional Bolt Action supplements are useful if you plan to expand beyond the included scenario.