I like minis, I do, but this game is getting a little nuts with just how many individual minis there are! HoMMIII mostly has miniatures that are unique, ie no duplicates. The new expansions have a few that are duplicated (to facilitate more than one player on the battlefield) but not many. This leads to it being a slog to paint through quickly but tons of variety and some very interesting sculpts.
The new neutral units are mostly elementals though the leprachaun is a nice touch even if it isn't very flashy on the field.
Even more things to represent cardboard in 3d! First aid tents and ammo carts as well as a neutral settlement and sea palace.
Siege equipment, because just having the card is certainly not enough!
Battlefield markers for damage and effects are no longer relegated to cardboard, huzzah!
Plenty of map markers too and negative morale (surprised that wasn't in the original set).
The dungeon entrances are a nice easy paint up but should look great in game.
I honestly was about to 3D print some crowns for players before this expansion was announce, much desired additions.
Perhaps the silliest inclusion are the ships. Now when you move into the sea spaces you can replace your man on horse with a cute little boat for a little while.
And finally some more map markers but as a special bonus:
I also finished the Heroquest First Light minis! Really didn't need another set of heroes but I get why they were included and at least they are new sculpts. The dragon is a decent mini though the Crypt expansion dragon definitely beats it out in style.
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