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Boxed starter set with 21 plastic tanks and rulebook

GALE FORCE NINE

GALE FORCE NINE Clash of Steel: Operation Unthinkable American vs Soviet Complete Starter Set game

SKU CH-05VX-NM1G8

A complete starter set with 21 detailed plastic tanks, full rules, dice, cards and tokens for historical wargaming, recommended for ages 15+

  • TypeBoard Game
  • 21 detailed plastic tanks for immediate tabletop battles
  • Complete rulebook and quick-start guide let you play straight away
  • Tactics, mission and objective cards add strategic variety
  • Models require assembly for a personalised painting project
  • Recommended for ages 15 and up

Complete Starter Set contents

Clash of Steel: Operation Unthinkable is a historical wargame from Gale Force Nine that pits American and Soviet armoured forces against each other. The box provides a complete starter set containing 21 highly detailed plastic model tanks, tank commanders and decals for immediate tabletop battles.

Who this suits and who it does not

This set suits hobbyists aged 15 and over who enjoy assembling and painting miniatures before playing a tactical board game. Buyers who want a game ready to play straight from the box without modelling work should look at something else, as the models supplied require assembly with clippers, glue and paint which are not included.

Assembly requirements and common issues

The rulebook, quick-start guide, dice, unit cards, tokens, tactics cards, mission cards and objective cards are all included so no additional purchases are needed for the rules. The main friction point is the modelling step: you must supply your own clippers, glue and paint, and the 21 vehicles and commanders need careful construction before the first game can begin.

Highlights

  • 21 detailed plastic tanks for immediate tabletop battles
  • Complete rulebook and quick-start guide let you play straight away
  • Tactics, mission and objective cards add strategic variety
  • Models require assembly for a personalised painting project
  • Recommended for ages 15 and up

Specifications

BrandGale Force Nine
TypeBoard Game

Questions about this item

What tools and supplies do I need to assemble the 21 plastic tanks and commanders?

You will need clippers to remove parts from sprues, plastic glue to bond them, and paint if you want a finished look; none of these are included in the box.

Can I mix the American and Soviet forces from this starter set with miniatures I already own for larger games?

Yes, the rulebook and unit cards use a common points system so you can field your existing tanks alongside the 21 models supplied here.

How do I verify that every component is present before my first game?

Count the 21 tank and commander models, then check for the complete rulebook, quick-start guide, dice, unit cards, tokens, tactics cards, mission cards and objective cards listed in the contents.

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