Epic Encounters – Miniatures & Ready-Made Battles for DnD and Fantasy RPGs

Epic Encounters by Steamforged Games is a curated series of boxed encounter kits designed to help Game Masters deliver high-quality tabletop battles with minimal preparation. Each set combines detailed miniatures, a themed encounter map, and a clear 5e-compatible booklet that guides you through setup, tactics, scaling, and narrative integration.

Whether you’re running Dungeons & Dragons 5e, Pathfinder, Shadowdark, Dragonbane, or another fantasy RPG, these boxes provide a polished, self-contained encounter that you can drop directly into an existing campaign or run as a stand-alone session.

A Complete Encounter in Every Box

Epic Encounters is structured around two complementary formats:

Warband Sets

These boxes feature a coordinated group of enemies designed to challenge players with movement, numbers, and teamwork. Warband sets typically include:

• A themed group of 15–20 miniatures
• A matching encounter map
• A booklet that explains enemy behavior, encounter flow, and ways to adjust the difficulty
• Lore and hooks to support broader storytelling

Warband sets work especially well when you want to create a sense of pressure or chaos—such as an ambush, a swarm attack, or a defensive stand inside a dangerous environment.

Boss Monster Sets

Boss sets focus on dramatic, centerpiece monsters and cinematic battles. Each box offers:

• One large boss miniature
• A thematic encounter map
• Multi-stage mechanics and tactical events
• Advice for building tension and structuring memorable finales
• Narrative prompts that can start or conclude an adventure

Examples include a giant turtle, a dragon, a giant, a demon, and other large creatures suitable for climactic confrontations.

Designed for 5e — Flexible for Any Fantasy RPG

Epic Encounters boxes are written with 5e conventions in mind, but the structure is open enough to adapt to any ruleset. The miniatures work with standard grid sizes, the encounter flow is system-neutral, and the booklets focus on behavior, pacing, and story—elements that translate well to most tabletop RPGs.

Many GMs use Epic Encounters with:

• DnD 5e
• Pathfinder
• Shadowdark
• OSR systems
• Dragonbane
• Homebrew rulesets
• Virtual tabletops (when using their own digital maps)

Why Game Masters Choose Epic Encounters

Professional Quality with Minimal Prep

Each box gives you a complete tactical scene without building enemies, environments, or battle flow from scratch. This makes Epic Encounters ideal for busy GMs who want to deliver strong sessions without spending hours designing them.

High Visual Impact

The combination of detailed miniatures and a purpose-built encounter map immediately enhances table presence. Players understand the stakes when the battlefield is laid out clearly, and boss miniatures in particular create a memorable sense of scale.

Scalable Difficulty

Every booklet includes guidance for adjusting challenges for different party levels. You can intensify a fight by adding reinforcements, advancing boss stages, or using environmental hazards—or soften the encounter to suit newer players.

Reusable Assets

Miniatures, maps, and hooks can be repurposed across multiple campaigns. Even once the encounter has been run, the components remain valuable tools for future adventures.

Suitable for All Experience Levels

New GMs appreciate the structured, approachable format.
Experienced GMs value the flexibility and quality of the components.

Warband or Boss: How to Choose

If you’re selecting your first Epic Encounters set, here is a simple way to frame your choice:

• Choose a Warband Set if you want a multi-enemy skirmish, a raid, or a chaotic close-quarters encounter.
• Choose a Boss Monster Set if you want a standout session focused on a single powerful foe, or if you’re building toward a climactic battle.

Many GMs combine one Warband and one Boss set from the same theme to create a full adventure arc.

Ways to Use Epic Encounters in Your Campaign

• As a featured combat encounter in an ongoing story
• As a one-shot adventure for new or rotating groups
• As a dramatic turning point between campaign chapters
• When players take an unexpected direction and you need a reliable, high-quality encounter
• To showcase tactical play with clear grids, ranges, and terrain
• During convention play or special event sessions

Epic Encounters works equally well for planned sessions and for evenings when you need a polished encounter on short notice.

FAQ – Epic Encounters by Steamforged

What is included in an Epic Encounters box?

Each box includes miniatures, a themed map, and a 5e-compatible encounter booklet that covers setup, tactics, scaling, and narrative hooks. Warband sets contain multiple enemies; Boss sets contain a single large monster.

Are the miniatures unpainted?

Yes. All Epic Encounters miniatures are supplied unpainted.

Does Epic Encounters work with Dungeons & Dragons 5e?

Yes. The encounters are written with 5e in mind and integrate smoothly with official and homebrew campaigns.

Can these sets be used with other RPG systems?

Yes. They are system-flexible and adapt easily to Pathfinder, Shadowdark, OSR rules, Dragonbane, and other fantasy RPGs.

Is every set suitable for new GMs?

Absolutely. The encounter structure is clear and approachable, making these boxes an excellent choice for new and experienced GMs alike.

Can I combine sets to create a longer adventure?

Yes. Many themes include both a Warband set and a matching Boss set, allowing you to build multi-session storylines.

Where can I buy Epic Encounters?

You can explore and purchase the full range of Epic Encounters at CCGwinkel.nl, with fast and reliable shipping for the Netherlands, Belgium, and surrounding regions.