Super cheap terrain ideas


#1

So I heard about using jenga blocks for dungeon walls and leveled areas.

I see Spanish moss on some Runehammer videos for “brush”.

I was thinking lego stuff for “dungeon decor”.

Cardboard for everything else…

Do you have any “cheapo” terrain ideas?


#2

If you’re looking for ideas, check out this dungeon in a suitcase. @Meadbeard was kind enough to break out the set and explain everything in it. I made one for myself and it has been an awesome addition because now I feel I have everything I need.

My other favorite cheap terrain are these pillars from Black Magic Craft. Super cheap. Super easy. And oh my gosh, do they add to the table.


#3

I’ve been playing with papercraft stuff, as it’s a little easier for me. I don’t have a good workspace for painting, but I can get away with scissors and craft knives at the dining room table. :slight_smile: I don’t have the skill currently to create enough interesting texture and depth using paints, so printing stuff from actual artists gives me better output.

For fantasy / dungeon stuff, I’ve just started trying out Crooked Staff models, following his simple 2.5d build instructions.

For sci-fi, I printed off these platforms, and also these Sci Fi tiles (again from Crooked Staff). I’m currently working on building a floorplan from these for some upcoming Flight of the Red Sword sessions. (Photos to come soon, I hope!)

There’s also a huge assortment of really great, free models at Genet Models. The Module::Core, Derelict II Megaset, and Firebase Maginot all look great.


#4

XPS foam. Comes in sheets are are often blue, pink or yellow. You get heaps for very little money.