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3D printing in the tabletop hobby: Thunderhead Studio’s HEXTECH: Aeroplex Core Set<\/h1>\n\n

Why 3D printing is revolutionizing the tabletop hobby<\/h2>\n\n

3D printing<\/a> has become a real game changer for the tabletop hobby in recent years. What used to be expensive, difficult to obtain or only available in a limited selection can now be produced conveniently and individually on a home printer. Especially when it comes to terrain construction, 3D printing offers enormous advantages: instead of limiting themselves to generic MDF kits or foam structures, players can create detailed, thematically appropriate buildings and structures – and in exactly the scale and style that suits their game system. <\/p>\n\n

Especially for large-scale systems like BattleTech Alpha Strike<\/a><\/strong> or Halo: Flashpoint<\/a><\/strong>where open playing fields with clear lines of sight and terrain with tactical added value are required, 3D printing offers an ideal solution. Instead of standard houses from the model railway department, entire spaceports, hangars or even underground complexes can be realized – matching the respective game world and campaign setting. <\/p>\n\n

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Note on my own behalf<\/strong>: This post is not sponsored<\/strong>. I did not receive any money or print files for free. I bought the set myself and printed it at my own expense. I am presenting the HEXTECH: Aeroplex Core Set<\/strong> here because I am personally enthusiastic about it and think it is an excellent example of what functional and visually appealing 3D terrain can look like. <\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n

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Note: The Boerealis dropship at the top of the picture, the hills, the forest elements and the BattleMechs are not part of the Aeroplex set<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n

HEXTECH – Aeroplex Core Set from Thunderhead Studio<\/h2>\n\n

The HEXTECH: Aeroplex Core Set<\/strong> from Thunderhead Studio<\/strong><\/a> is an outstanding example of well thought-out, thematically coherent and modularly expandable 3D printed terrain. This set is part of the successful HEXTECH series and is aimed specifically at players who are looking for a modern or futuristic air or spaceport setting for their battles. <\/p>\n\n

What’s inside?<\/h3>\n\n

The Aeroplex Core Set is more than just a few hangars and landing strips – it is a complete modular system for designing an air\/spaceport with a wide range of play options:<\/p>\n\n