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Message: <blockquote data-quote="Olgar Shiverstone" data-source="post: 499049" data-attributes="member: 5868">You got it on the mats.Definitely start with counters if you want to build up a stock quickly (I did that for some monsters for this past weekend's game, gluing paper counters to 1" washers.  Cheap, easy, works great).For mini's, lots of options.  If there is a Gamekeeper/WOTC store anywhere near you, look for Chanmail minis on sale -- you can get a large number of decent monster/PC types cheap.  You can also pick up Games Workshop minis (like Warhammer minis) although these are more expensive unless you get the plastic ones.  If you don't have a local store that sells minis, some options are:- Order online/mail/phone from Reaper, who makes some of the best D&D minis in existence.- Amazon and other bookstores carry the WOTC mini boxed sets, which are decent if you're just starting a collection, and you can get them at a reasonable discount.- You can order direct from GW- Lots of online RPG stores also stock minis from various manufacturers- search eBay for 25mm miniatures, D&D miniatures, or Chainmail miniaturesAs far as paint goes, use acrylics, which are easy to use, finish nicely, and wash up with water.  To begin learning to paint, I recommend getting a small set of paint tubs from Walmart or a craft store (you can get a set of 1/4 ounce tubs with the basic colors for $5-$8).  Get a #0 brush.  Once you've mastered the basic techniques, then start springing for more expensive paints and brushes (I'll pay $3 a bottle for some paints, and I've spent $10 on a single brush.  Make sure you like painting before you go this crazy.)Good luck & have fun.  Minis can add a lot to your game, and are an antire hobby all to themselves.</blockquote>

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