{"product_id":"battletech-starter-box","title":"BattleTech: Starter Box","description":"\u003cp\u003ePilot towering war machines across hex-based battlefields in this introductory science-fiction miniatures wargame from Catalyst Game Labs. Released in 2026 as a modernized replacement for the previous Beginner Box and Essentials sets, this entry-level toolkit moves the starter line directly into the high-stakes ilClan era (3151+), offering a streamlined and highly structured learning approach for novice MechWarriors.\u003cbr\u003e\n \u003cbr\u003e\n Product Features\u003cbr\u003e\n \u003cbr\u003e\n * Two Fully Assembled Miniatures: Features two fan-favorite 40-ton medium BattleMechs rendered in premium plastic the heavily protected, laser-toting Hammerhead and the vicious, close-combat Kontio.\u003cbr\u003e\n * Progressive Learning Tool: Includes 8 half-page, laminated record sheets designed for dry-erase markers; the front provides simplified introductory tracking, while the reverse introduces full-game equipment and advanced mechanics.\u003cbr\u003e\n * Expanded Force Standees: Packs a heavy cardstock punchboard filled with additional mech standees and terrain markers, allowing players to instantly expand their battles up to a 3-on-3 tactical skirmish.\u003cbr\u003e\n * Double-Sided Hex Map: Includes a full-color 18” x 22” double-sided paper map grid detailing different environment types to instantly set up your target operational zones.\u003cbr\u003e\n * Streamlined Pilot Customization: Comes equipped with MechWarrior pilot cards featuring large, easy-to-read gunnery and piloting attributes matching prominent ilClan factions like Clan Sea Fox, Clan Snow Raven, and the Rasalhague Dominion.\u003cbr\u003e\n * Complete Gateway Manifest: Bundled with a 12-page Quick-Start rulebook, a 4-page universe history primer, and two standard six-sided dice to ensure a complete, out-of-the-box tabletop experience.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Catalyst","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67629026246816,"sku":"CAT37001","price":26.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/lazarus-games.com\/products\/battletech-starter-box","provider":"Lazarus Games","version":"1.0","type":"link"}