Field of Battle

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Field of Battle, Designed by Brent Oman and published by Piquet, Inc., the Field of Battle system stands as one of the most respected horse-and-musket wargaming frameworks of the modern tabletop era. Originating from the broader Piquet gaming philosophy, Field of Battle streamlined classic card-driven mechanics into a single, cohesive system that masterfully simulates command friction, the fog of war, and battle momentum without forcing players into exhaustive chart lookups or micromanagement. Across its three distinct iterations—from the original breakthrough 2006 release, through the refined 2011 second edition, to the polished 2020 third edition—the rulebook family has continually perfected its core sequence deck concept. By replacing rigid movement turns with dynamic card draws and initiative rolls, Field of Battle ensures that no two actions play out identically, offering a deeply atmospheric and unpredictable grand tactical experience that scales brilliantly for 6mm Seven Y...
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On the Workbench – Paint Shaker 10th Mar 2026

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On the Workbench

A quick dispatch to show what is currently occupying the desk.

On the Workbench – Paint Shaker 10th Mar 2026

As the Third Silesian War project continues to expand, the logistics of the hobby desk itself must evolve. With hundreds of Baccus and Irregular Miniatures figures in the queue, maintaining paint consistency is paramount.

To that end, a new piece of "heavy equipment" has arrived at the Muskets & Magnification studios: a Nail Lacquer Shaker.

Why a Lacquer Shaker?

  • Pigment Consistency: Ensuring that specific shades of Prussian Blue and Austrian White remain perfectly mixed across entire divisions.
  • Efficiency: Reducing manual fatigue when preparing multiple bottles for a long painting session.
  • Longevity: Reviving older paints that may have settled while focusing on other regimental batches.

It is a small but vital addition to the workshop. By automating the preparation of our inks and acrylics, we ensure that the high-contrast "Duffy" aesthetic remains uniform across every 6mm battalion, from the first recruit to the final overall commander.

Related project hubs for this period:
The Silesian Wars 1740-1763 Project Hub  |  The Seven Years War 1756–1763 Project Hub

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