Tournament Map Gallery - Swarm of the Marro and Marvel

[GameBear]

This thread is meant to serve as a gallery of select maps that do not use RotV. These maps are tournament-ready (i.e. satisfy certain criteria), but not necessarily tournament-worthy. As the gallery grows, I intend to weed out the less popular maps, with a target of 1-3 of the best maps for each master set / expansion combination.

Please point out any maps you think should be included, as well as any maps that you think should be omitted. I strongly encourage open discussion of maps' strengths and weaknesses. I will update the map display posts periodically to reflect new input. Basic guidelines for maps: no RotV; at most 2 expansions; 24-hex starting zones.

[GameBear]

Usernames link to map threads; images link to setup instructions.

Swarm of the Marro

Svan Swamp by LongHeroscaper (1 SM) - 14.2" x 36.8"

* one of the 3-hex sand pieces in the instructions should be replaced with a 3-hex rock piece

Surface Tension by GameBear (1 SM) - 21.0" x 29.3"


Swarm of the Marro + Road to the Forgotten Forest

The Hive Nest by LongHeroscaper (1 SM + 1 FF) - 17.2" x 35.9"


The Road to Nowhere by Nadi (1 SM + 1 FF) - 20.2" x 35.0"


The Slithering Passage by LongHeroscaper (1 SM + 1 FF) - 17.2" x 36.8"


Bayou Bridge v2 by T-bomb (1 SM + 1 FF) - 17.2" x 31.5"


The Durlag Mire by Nadi (1 SM + 2 FF) - 24.8" x 34.1"


Swarm of the Marro + Fortress of the Archkyrie

Embattled Fen by GameBear (1 SM + 1 FA) - 26.3" x 39.4"


Vidda's Crossing by hex706f726368 (1 SM + 1 FA) - 17.2" x 43.8"


The Ruined Gate of Elabar by Nadi (1 SM + 1 FA) - 21.0" x 35.4"

* Special Rule: Figures may not land on top of the castle walls.

Swarm of the Marro + Thaelenk Tundra

Gamma Swamp by PassiveAssassin (1 SM + 1 TT) - 14.2" x 29.8" (heavy snow, normal ice)


Ice Buffer by GameBear (1 SM + 1 TT) - 24.8" x 35.9" (heavy snow, normal ice)


Swarm of the Marro + Volcarren Wasteland

Crushed Dreams by STAROCEAN980 (1 SM + 1 VW) - 21.7" x 28.9"


Blistering Sands by GameBear (1 SM + 1 VW) - 24.8" x 32.4"

[GameBear]

Usernames link to map threads; images link to setup instructions.

Marvel

Ashes to Ashes by GameBear (1 MH + 1 FA + 1 VW) - 19.3" x 32.3"


Frozen Spires by GameBear (1 MH + 2 TT) - 17.5" x 29.3" (light snow, normal ice)


Hopscorch by Elstree (1 MH + 2 VW) - 19.3" x 32.3"


Swarm of the Marro + Marvel

Channel Buildup by GameBear (1 SM + 1 MH) - 24.8" x 32.4"


Floodgates by GameBear (1 SM + 1 MH + 1 FA) - 27.8" x 32.4"


Moss Creek Road by Rÿchean (1 SM + 1 MH + 1 FF) - 23.3" x 36.8"

* 25-hex starting zones

Hot Bog by Jonathan (1 SM + 1 MH + 1 VW) - 24.5" x 33.9"

[GameBear]

Map names link to setup instructions; usernames link to map threads.

Other Maps

Eye of the Needle by Nadi (1 SM + 1 FA) - 26.3" x 38.5"
Lawsig Bastion by fred the bug (1 SM + 1 FA) - 17.2" x 31.5"
Swamped by deliverymanxas (1 SM + 1 FF) - 28.0" x 35.4"
Abstract Assignment by Nadi (1 SM + 1 FA + 2 FF) - 26.3" x 35.4"

Above the Mire by GameBear (1 SM + 1 MH + 1 FA + 1 FF) - 21.9" x 38.4"
Flooded City by Technomagus (1 SM + 1 MH + 1 FA + 1 FF) - 19.3" x 38.4"
Ticalla Fault Line by Technomagus (1 SM + 1 MH + 1 FA + 1 FF) - 17.2" x 36.8"

The Larkshore Springs 2.0 by gibberish_47 (2 SM) - 20.2" x 35.0"
Mudflat Creek by Nadi (2 SM) - 26.3" x 35.4"
Poison Cloud by STAROCEAN980 (2 SM) - 29.3" x 35.0"

Night Outpost by STAROCEAN980 (2 SM + 1 FA) - 32.3" x 35.0"
Milthok Crossing by Nadi (2 SM + 1 FF) - 29.3" x 35.0"
Sludge Road by HSisforcoolkids (2 SM + 1 FF) - 12.7" x 46.4"
Swamp Treasure by Codeman (2 SM + 1 FF) - 24.8" x 30.6"

[GameBear]

I have now added all SotM and Marvel maps I could find that fit the criteria. If there are others I have missed, please point them out. Snow, Lava, and Marvel are all pretty scarce so far.

[War Solves Everything]

The Ruined Gate of Elabar looks awesome! I'm setting it up right now.

[Nadi]

Just keep in mind (as pointed out in the other thread that map was released on) you might want to add a ladder or two to a few of those pillars in there, otherwise flying creatures and ranged characters that can get up there will have a field day with melee characters that are on the ground.

Most of my maps are pretty much 'free designs', meaning I leave it up to someone to place starting points, glyphs and come up with their own map scenarios. I realize that doesn't really work well with people that are looking for a complete package when they go looking for maps, but I like letting people be creative and come up with new and fun things to try with my maps.... so, let me know how it goes!

And can I just say that I REALLY like that Bayou Bridge map!!!!

[GameBear]

Ice Buffer has been added to the gallery. I had hoped that this thread would prove useful to those seeking maps, while perhaps inspiring the creation of new and better SotM/Marvel maps. At this point, I'm not sure it has served any purpose other than causing me to feel obligated to fill in gaps. Ugh. I don't have any interest in turning this into a second "GameBear's Maps" thread, and I really don't like bumping my own threads; one or two more tries, and then I suppose I'll let this thread sink into the morass for good.

[Nadi]

Are you wanting us to add our own maps that we make? I was under the impression that these were maps that you picked out (that fit your criteria), but we make a SotM set (maybe with an expansion) do you want us to post it here?

[GameBear]

Originally Posted by Nadi

Are you wanting us to add our own maps that we make? I was under the impression that these were maps that you picked out (that fit your criteria), but we make a SotM set (maybe with an expansion) do you want us to post it here?

Yes, please post new maps here (your own maps or others). I will update the display posts to reflect any identified maps. I would rather not have to scan the Maps forum and Downloads section for new maps; having others point out new maps makes maintenance of this thread much easier.

[NecroBlade]

This is a great idea for newer players who might not have RotV.

[UtahScott]

GameBear,

I think it would be a Good Idea to ask UPC about possibly stickying this thread.

For me, at least--I think there are others--I would be very happy to have a place to go for maps using these sets.

I had no idea there were so many already!

Come to think of it, I would like a "Master Map" thread like those in the Strategy and figure threads listing good maps according to (at least) number of players. Does anyone know if there already is a good map list by player number, or some other distinction?

Thanks a lot for this, I appreciate it.