RPG Miniatures
RPG Miniatures Collection
Since 2005, Dark Elf Dice has been your source for RPG miniatures. We offer a huge selection and low prices! Shop by character class and character race.
Dark Elf Dice represents the best miniature makers in the game, including Dark Sword Miniatures, Reaper, WizKids and more. Browse our extensive collection and find the perfect mini for your RPG game. Use for Dungeons & Dragons, Pathfinder, and all the best tabletop roleplaying games. We have miniatures from Assassins to Rogues and Catfolk to Tortoise-Folk.
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All About RPG Miniatures
Beyond dice sets, the game accessories best associated with Dungeons and Dragons and other roleplaying games are RPG miniatures. These tabletop models have been around since the inception of DnD. Once made from lead, today’s minis are cast in incredible detail from lead-free pewter and plastic.
Interestingly enough, Dungeons & Dragons came about because of miniatures – or miniature wargaming to be exact. Gary Gygax and Dave Arneson, the game's creators, created a fantasy rules system that allowed players to create characters -- as opposed to military units. The birth of D&D was the beginning of tabletop RPG games.
I started collecting and painting miniatures when I began playing DnD in the 1980's. It's still a hobby I love to this very day, and my collection continues to grow. I'm an old school gamer and I still prefer metal miniatures over plastic, but with the advent of CAD sculpting and modern casting methods, I find myself attracted more and more to plastic and polystyrene models.
It's an exciting time to be an RPG miniatures collector, and at Dark Elf Dice we carry an awesome selection of minis for your games. Whether you're looking for a model to represent your character, or monsters for your dungeons, we have a great selection and great prices. I invite you to browse our shop. You can find minis by character class and by race. We also carry a wide variety of paints and brushes so you can get your miniatures looking their best and ready for your greatest adventures.
Wishing you all the best!
- Shane
RPG Miniatures FAQ
What are RPG miniatures?
RPG miniatures are small models used for tabletop roleplaying games like Dungeons & Dragons and Pathfinder. Also known as "minis" or "figures," players use miniatures to represent characters and monsters during a game session.
Besides game use, miniatures are collected and painted by hobbyists worldwide -- both casually and competitively in contests such as the Golden Demon.
What are RPG miniatures made from?
RPG miniatures are made from a variety of materials, including lead-free pewter, resin, plastic, and polystyrene.
Note: during the golden age of tabletop roleplaying in the 80's, minis were cast from lead (Pb). Lead is an extremely dangerous metal if ingested and can cause poisoning. Lead is soft, relatively inexpensive, and easy to work with. The art of making lead figures and soldiers goes back hundreds of years, but today's miniatures are lead-free.
Are lead RPG miniatures safe?
As mentioned previously, lead (Pb) is extremely dangerous if ingested -- especially for small children. Old lead miniatures from the 1980s and earlier need to be handled with care.
1) Avoid sanding lead miniatures and beware of trimming mold lines or doing modifications that may result in shavings or dust. These micro-particles are extremely dangerous, easy to ingest, and will contaminate a workspace.
2) Wash your hands after handling lead miniatures that haven't been primed or painted.
3) Never let children play with lead miniatures (actually, any miniatures for that matter) -- they are not toys.
4) Prime and paint your lead miniatures. This will encapsulate the metal and make the models safer to handle.
Do RPG miniatures need to be assembled?
The majority of the minis we sell on Dark Elf Dice need some assembly and prep work before they can be painted. Miniatures are models after all and need to be put together. Honestly, this is part of the fun!
If you need some basic information, please refer to our Miniatures Guide.
Where do I buy RPG miniatures?
If you're shopping for RPG miniatures we sincerely hope you consider Dark Elf Dice. We're a family friendly shop that's been actively involved with the gaming community since 2005. We stock thousands of minis for your game table. All at great prices :)
Here are some reasons why you should consider Dark Elf Dice:
1) We're a family owned and operated business that knows the hobby well.
2) We're gamers and collectors too, and we understand the needs of our fellow hobbyists.
3) Being a small, dedicated business we provide a better level of customer support than big box retailers.
4) We have an extensive collection of RPG miniatures available for sale.
5) Our minis are affordable. Even in this hyper-inflated economy, we do our best to keep prices fair and as low as possible.
6) We ship our orders fast! Miniatures are usually mailed within 24 hours.
7) We have a generous Return Policy in case you change your mind.
Have questions about RPG miniatures? Use the Contact form below and ask away :) Shane has been collecting and painting miniatures for 40 years. If he doesn't know the answer, no one does!
