What is Star Wars: Legion?

Star Wars: Legion is a captivating asymmetrical two-player infantry-based wargame, thoughtfully designed and published by Fantasy Flight Games. Immersed in the Galactic Civil War setting, one player embodies the Rebel Alliance, while the other assumes the role of the formidable Galactic Empire. With an assortment of over 33 pre-assembled miniatures and an array of cards, players embark on thrilling ground battles in the Star Wars universe.

Engage in iconic confrontations, from the fateful Battle of Hoth to daring Rebel strike teams confronting hordes of stormtroopers on the Forest Moon of Endor. In this game you get the opportunity to lead your troops to victory, setting foot on the battlegrounds of the Galactic Civil War.

Delve into the Gameplay:

Star Wars: Legion presents players with the chance to take command of a distinctive army of miniatures, encompassing troopers, potent ground or repulsor vehicles, and legendary characters like Darth Vader and Luke Skywalker. Its innovative mechanics for command and control artfully simulate the fog of war and the chaos of intense combat. With unpainted, easily assembled minis, the game allows you to create your personalized army, fulfilling your long-held dream of leading them into battle, be it for the domineering Galactic Empire or the resilient Rebel Alliance.

Where to buy Star Wars Legion bases?

For those in search of Star Wars Legion bases, Green Stuff World offers a comprehensive selection. The ones made of MDF wood come equipped with perforations, allowing easy attachment of neodymium magnets and in this way magnetizing them for transport. This convenient feature facilitates the secure transportation of your figures in Miniature Carry Cases, ensuring that your beloved collection remains intact and organized for every battle that lies ahead.

In addition to standard bases, Star Wars Legion transparent bases are also available for purchase. These transparent bases serve a unique purpose when playing on top of colored gaming mats. The transparency allows players to see through them, creating an immersive visual effect as if the miniatures are seamlessly integrated into the game's environment.

When using colored gaming mats, the transparent bases offer a visually striking and thematic experience, making it appear as if the miniatures are truly standing on the terrain depicted on the gaming mat. This enhances the overall immersion and adds an extra layer of depth to the gaming experience, further connecting players to the captivating world of the SW universe.

By utilizing transparent bases, players can create more engaging and dynamic tabletop battles, making the game an even more visually stunning and immersive game for enthusiasts to enjoy.

Star Wars: Legion - Decorating Bases 

This is a fantastic way to add a personal touch and enhance the immersion of your miniatures in the game. By customizing them, you can create dynamic and thematic scenes that complement the SW universe. Here are some ideas and tips:

1. Terrain and Scenery: Consider adding various terrain elements such as rocks, debris, crates, or fallen logs. These small details can give the impression that your miniatures are navigating through diverse landscapes, be it a dense forest on Endor or a barren desert on Tatooine.
2. Battle Damage: Depicting battle damage can add realism to your miniatures. You can use modeling putty or sculpting tools to create craters, scorched marks, or blaster impacts. This gives the impression that your troops are actively engaged in the chaos of the Galactic Civil War.
3. Themed Bases: Align them with specific planet environments. For example, if you have a squad of stormtroopers, you could create an Imperial theme with symbols of the Galactic Empire, or for Rebel troopers, you could design them to reflect the Rebel Alliance's insignia.
4. Movie-Inspired Scenes: Recreate iconic scenes from the SW movies. For instance, you could depict the Battle of Hoth with snow-covered surfaces or the assault on the Death Star with a space-themed base design.
5. Paint and Texture: Use various paints and texture mediums to create realistic ground effects. Incorporate sand, gravel, or foliage to mimic different terrain types. Painting them in harmony with your gaming mat can create a seamless and immersive visual experience.
6. Water Effects: For aquatic-themed bases or characters like Admiral Ackbar, consider using epoxy resin to simulate water. This adds depth to the scene and gives the impression that your miniatures are engaged in amphibious operations.
7. Glow Effects: If you have characters like Darth Vader or lightsaber-wielding Jedi adding subtle glow effects so you can emphasize their powerful presence.

Remember to consider the scale and theme of the miniatures and decorate them as a whole. Ensuring that everything aligns with the SW universe and your chosen faction will elevate the overall aesthetic of your Star Wars Legion armies and contribute to an engaging and immersive gaming experience on the tabletop.