We are assembling and selling Starter Boxes compatible with The 9th Age Fantasy Battles Game
      This set contains everything you need to play, our current set features Saurian Ancients verse Infernal Dwarves 
   UPDATE Ocober 2021:  We are Ready to Ship!  Check the webstore for availability,
           If it is sold out and you want to get on a waiting list send us a message here
                FrumiousFantasticalFoundry@gmail.com
 These sets contain cleaned and cured models,  and are made available when they are fully assembled.  If your interested in a print to order set with uncured models at a discount, please contact us directly.
WHATS IN THE BOX?
    Here is an unboxing video that shows all the contents:  Un-Boxing
Frumious Fantastical Foundry 9th Age starter Boxes contain everything you need to play the game include:
  • Printed Rules
  • 3-D printed Terrain 
  • Two complete 3000 pt 3D Printed Resin Armies
  • Printed Rules
  • Spell Cards
  • The 9th Age Dice
  • The 9th Age Tape Measure
  • Game tokens
  • 3D Printed Playing aids
This product is geared towards new players.

All Models supplied un-painted and un assembled!  Some light clean up will be required to finish models with hobby tools and supplied sanding sticks


Model Attribution. 
This starter box is created from various licenses For
       Lost Kingdoms Miniatures:  https://www.lostkingdomminiatures.com/en/
       Ian Lovecraft Miniatures:  https://www.myminifactory.com/users/Iain.lovecraft
       RG Sculpt:    https://gumroad.com/rgsculpt
       Caballero Miniatures: https://www.myminifactory.com/users/Caballerominiatures
       Frumious Fantastical Foundry 
       Additional files from Thingiverse licensed under the creative commons attribution license,
​            See Box contents link below for details

Note The 9th age Game is not directly associated with any FFF or miniatures company.  Physical prints from the companies provided with this set are allowed due to licensing agreements with Frumious Fantastical Foundry.  They are provided unmodified from their original design and are not associated with any other companies product listed or otherwise associated with Frumious Fantastical Foundry.

Detailed List of Contest and Models Here:
​    Box Contents
 Click for listing of all models including company identification by Model

Empires of Fire and Fury

Models 

Warlord Xie'techtali
Overlord Zim

Images of These Models in Action!

Empires of Fire and Fury

Current Box Contents ( Series F001)
Core Rules: 2nd  Ed, Version 2 April 15, 2021
Infernal Dwarf List
       3000 Pt Army List Based on These
           Rules Basis: 2021 Beta 4
Saurian Ancients List
           Rules Basis:  2021 Beta 2 Hot Fix 2
Click Below for:
    Documentation and Hobby Tips
    Video Battle Report
    "Shattered Scales And Cloven Hooves" 
            Narrative Battle Report
                   story by Rick Levin
Note: Battle Reports based on ID Beta 3 rules set
    Contents and Assembly Guide
    List Building Guide
     

Questions and Answer
Q: How do you play this game?
A: A video of a complete game, using all the models specifically in this set can be found here:
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z-SyCJMfNNg&t=702s
And players are more than welcome to join The 9th Age community forums:
      https://www.the-ninth-age.com/community/index.php
 
Q: Why version of the rules does this set come with?
A: The FFO1 Series is setup for the following rules:
   Main Rules: 2nd  Ed, Version 2 April 15, 2021
   Arcane Compendium: 2021  Beta 2 Hot fix 3
   Infernal Dwarf Book:   2021 Beta 4 Hotfix 3
   Saurian Ancient Book: 2021 Beta 2 Hot Fix 2
The 3,000 point sample armies are based on those rules, and printed copies of those rules are included.
 
Q: Why does this set use 3,000 Point Armies?
A: While the 9th age is balanced at 4,500 pt. armies.  We found 3000 point battles are quick, easier to learn, and demonstrate a variety of unit and tactics valuable to new players.
 
 
Q: Are these resin models fully cleaned and cured?
A:  Yes, but there will be some work to do.  Resin Models have been cleaned of supports and are fully UV cured. You WILL need to do additional clean up, sand , trim stray supports,  perform joint fitting, and do some overall hobbying to get the models finalized  AND assembled to your satisfaction.
 
Q:  Are the included armies only set for 3,000 points?
A: The Lists included were crafted to be fun to play each other.  You can make many different lists out of these models,  and this is a good start on building an army and taking in a direction you want to go with more models.    FFF is happy to help you expand your army.  You can pursue additional models from the included artists/companies in their various ranges available from FFF or a variety of vendors.  The only exclusive models in this set are things crafted by FFF (such as the gaming aids) and the unit corner markers by caballero miniatures designed to support this set.  You can even print your own if you have a 3D printer and purchase the STL files.
 
Q:  Why is this set so Expensive?
A:  The intent is to include everything in one box that two players need to pay a complete game, so this adds up to a lot of components.  If you’re willing to clean and cure the resin models yourself,  there would be a significant lower price. But please contact us directly for that so we can make sure you know what you’re getting in to.
 
Q: Why is this set so Cheap?
A:  A better question! If you price out the resin models alone out on Etsy, Ebay, or Other sites you will find it can cost you nearly double the entire price of this set.  This set is designed to be as affordable as possible, to support new players enjoying The 9th Age.  If you’re a veteran just looking to get models, please just contact FFF for a custom order of the models you specifically want.

 
Q:Will these printed rules for the armies and core rules every be out of date?
A: Yes! A key benefit of the 9th age is a a yearly balance update.  So expect a few units to change points at the lease every year.  These are and will always be free at:
        https://www.the-ninth-age.com
You can update your printed materials with hand mark ups (usually changes are minor), print out updated ones, or just use the rules that come with the game as they have already been carefully balanced at the time of release.  We have found It nice to have physical prints of the rules, especially for new players, but PDFs on devices work perfectly fine as well.
 
Q:  Can I buy this set in Stores?
A: Not this set. The licensing agreement with the miniatures companies only allows online sales through and printed by Frumious Fantastical Foundry.  This initial set is a bit of test run, and if successful we will try to expand the possibilities.
 
Q: How can I support the 9th Age
A: The 9th age is a miniatures independent community supported game. Its rules are free, actively maintained, and actively expanded . You can support them directly here:
https://www.the-ninth-age.com/community/index.php?donation-add/
Additionally. FFF has pledged 2% of all internet sales of The 9th Age related products (including this starter) will get donated back to The 9the Age Team.
 
Q. How  did you choose to include which models were included in the set
A: They were chosen because they looked cool, shared a unified aesthetic,  have obtainable licenses to sell prints of, showcased a variety of rules, and were reasonable to print economically.  It will always be a design goal of this and future starter sets to include a range of miniature manufactures in the spirit of the independence of the 9th age rules from specific model lines.
 
Q: Are these the only starter box armies available?
A: Currently yes, plans are in the works, of course, our mad scientists (mostly me) are always dreaming up stuff.  There are  3000 point starter armies planed, as well as sets (such as “Legions of Speed and Steel” and “Kingdoms of Rock and Rage”).   Getting all the pieces lines up has been time consuming, but yes plan, lots of crazy plans!
 
Q: I am a miniatures company, can I get my stuff included in a future starter army or set?
A: Would love to talk!  Currently I manage licenses through kicks starters and Patreon subscriptions (Merchant). Not sure how sustainable that is for products like this, this whole printing industry is still kind experimental.  Definitely would like agreements that allow the possibility for 3rd party sales in physical stores, but open to anything really.