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PostSubject: Good Starter games...   Good Starter games... EmptyTue May 27, 2008 4:09 pm

What is a good point value to start at for learning/playing? I'm trying to lay out my painting schedule and want to know what to prioritize.


Thanks in advance for the answers.
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PostSubject: Re: Good Starter games...   Good Starter games... EmptyTue May 27, 2008 4:16 pm

I say 1000, some people will say lower.. but I don't think you get a good feel for the rules or missions at lower point values.

Plus if you have played other miniature games the rules will come to you a lot easier.
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PostSubject: Re: Good Starter games...   Good Starter games... EmptyTue May 27, 2008 5:30 pm

I agree with Matt that 1000 is a good goal. I recommend trying to get a few combat patrols just to get the basic game mechanics, but like he said if you have played other games it won't be hard.
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PostSubject: Re: Good Starter games...   Good Starter games... EmptyTue May 27, 2008 6:47 pm

I agree with the other two. 1K is easiest to learn at.
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PostSubject: Re: Good Starter games...   Good Starter games... EmptyTue May 27, 2008 8:46 pm

Bring 1000 to Scifi Saturday and we can get a game in!!!
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PostSubject: Re: Good Starter games...   Good Starter games... EmptyTue May 27, 2008 9:39 pm

Combat Patrol is also good for just seeing how a unit type generally handles. Not a bad way at all to avoid spending a bunch of cash on something you change your mind about.

Just be wary since 40K does scale a lot based on the points for different armies. What works for one army at 1K can be radically different at 1750.

John M if this is a modeling craft-thing for you, if you enjoy the first bunch of games then long term plan up at least 1750 or 2K to be comfortably set for tourneys and general play.
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PostSubject: Re: Good Starter games...   Good Starter games... EmptyTue May 27, 2008 10:14 pm

Stil new and totally agree that around 1k is great to learn at. That and make sure your dice know whos boss.*Gets hammer*
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PostSubject: Re: Good Starter games...   Good Starter games... EmptyWed May 28, 2008 9:04 am

Dude, J...you can handle Infinity! 2K is easy money! cheers

My first game of 4th was 3K against 4.5K nothing like learning with a trial by fire! cat
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