Northstar - Ronin Bushi Buntai
About the Set:
The Northstar Ronin Bushi Buntai is a 28mm metal miniature set crafted for the skirmish wargame Ronin, set in feudal Japan. This set represents a disciplined and honorable group of samurai and retainers, embodying the Bushi or “warrior” class of the time. These figures are ideal for players who want to bring a highly skilled, battle-ready force to their games. Each figure is equipped with traditional Japanese weaponry, including katana, yari (spears), naginata (polearms), and other weapons iconic to the samurai class.
The Bushi Buntai includes a mix of samurai and ashigaru (foot soldiers), all depicted in dynamic, battle-ready poses and wearing detailed armor and period-accurate clothing. Whether you're using them for skirmish missions, duels, or full-on battles, this Buntai provides both visual authenticity and strategic depth for historical and narrative-driven games.
About the Game:
In Ronin, players command small, specialized teams in feudal Japan, where each Buntai (group) represents different social and military roles. The Bushi Buntai excels in balanced combat, with well-trained samurai leading ashigaru retainers, making them ideal for players who value a mix of tactical options. This Buntai is particularly effective in scenarios involving honor-bound duels, defensive maneuvers, and disciplined charges.
Key Features:
- 10 Highly Detailed Figures: This set includes samurai and ashigaru in various poses, each designed to bring the discipline and honor of the Bushi class to life on the tabletop.
- Authentic Japanese Weaponry and Armor: Figures are equipped with katanas, naginatas, and spears, and wear traditional samurai and ashigaru armor, enhancing the set’s historical accuracy.
- Versatile Combat Roles within the Buntai: With a mix of heavy armor and long-range weaponry, this Buntai is ideal for well-rounded, adaptable strategies in Ronin skirmishes.
- Perfect for Japanese Feudal Wargames: Not only suited to Ronin, these miniatures are ideal for other games set in feudal Japan, adding realism and character to any scenario.
- Quality Casting by Northstar: Known for their finely detailed metal figures, Northstar ensures each miniature is of high quality, making them durable for gameplay or display.
Why Choose Northstar Ronin Bushi Buntai?
- Capture the Spirit of the Samurai: The Bushi Buntai is perfect for those wanting to recreate the honor, discipline, and martial prowess of feudal Japan’s warrior class.
- Ideal for Painting Enthusiasts: The intricate armor and weapon details make this set rewarding for painters interested in Japanese historical themes.
- Balanced, Tactical Gameplay: The mix of skilled samurai and versatile ashigaru offers balanced tactics for a variety of Ronin missions, from close combat to defensive engagements.
- Expand Your Ronin Collection: As a core unit in Japanese feudal warfare, this Buntai complements other Ronin sets, providing rich context for campaigns and skirmishes.
- Perfect for Dioramas and Display: With detailed, characterful poses and period-accurate attire, these figures look stunning in both gameplay and static displays.
The Northstar Ronin Bushi Buntai is an essential choice for Ronin players and collectors who appreciate the honor and skill of the samurai. With highly detailed figures, authentic weaponry, and versatile tactical options, this Buntai brings both the nobility and fierceness of the Bushi class to life, perfect for tabletop battles and feudal Japan-themed collections.
The Bushi Buntai box set gives you the perfect starter army to begin playing Ronin.
Contains:
2x ashigaru with yumi & medium armour
2x ashigaru with yari & medium armour
2x ashigaru with teppo & medium armour
2x samurai with katana & heavy armour
1x hatamoto samurai with naginata & heavy armour
Miniatures are 28mm sized, made of metal and supplied unpainted.
Ronin is copyright Osprey Publishing 2013.