Enola Games

15mm ECW, 25mm Samurai,
25mm Mayan figures

by Jay Hadley

25mm Samurai figures We have been sent samples of three new lines produced by Naismith Design in England and sold through Enola Games here in the states. The best of the lot are their 15mm ECW figures. These figures are superb and highly recommended. The foot figures are especially good with a wealth of detail and great proportions. Both the pikemen and the musketeers offer a certain realism that you will not find even in most 25mm figures.

There is a decent selection of cavalry but the sculptor did tend to lean towards lobster helmets rather than broad brim hats. There is also a problem with the length of the sword on one of the figures, but I am nit picking at this point.
RATING: Animation, 1.0, Detail, 1.0, Paintability, 1.0, Casting, .9, Anatomy, .9, Total: 4.8

Also sent was a Samurai in 25mm. This figure comes with separate swords and bow which adds to the realism of the figure but takes away from its security. The figure itself is large for a 25mm, more like a Hinchliffe, and not particularly striking. While there is a good amount of detail some of it has obviously been washed out in the casting process. The line is complete enough for gaming in this period with a decent amount of figures available.
RATING: Animation, .4, Detail, .6, Paintability, .7, Casting, .7, Anatomy, .7, Total: 3.1

25mm Mayan figures Finally, Naismith has continued to expand its Central American series with the addition of Mayans in 25mm. The style of these pieces are similar to the previously released Aztecs with a significant amount of animation. As has been the case in the past certain packs come with a mix of weapons to add greater variety.
RATING: Animation, .8, Detail, .7, Paintability, .7, Casting, .7, Anatomy, .7, Total: 3.6

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