Know someone who still talks about their favorite StarCraft build order? The StarCraft Tabletop Miniatures Game puts Terran, Zerg and Protoss armies on the table, and it makes a great gift for longtime fans and brand-new players alike. Here are our favorite StarCraft gifts at Saga, from big starter boxes to small add-ons.
Why the StarCraft miniatures game makes a great gift
If they grew up on StarCraft or StarCraft II, the factions, units and heroes will feel familiar right away: Marines and Medics, Zerglings and Hydralisks, Zealots and Stalkers. The miniatures come unassembled and unpainted, so it's also a hobby they can build, paint and add to over time. Gifts are easy to plan: buy one starter box this year, then add expansions for birthdays and holidays. And because two people can share a two-player box, it's a great way to get a friend, sibling or partner playing too.
The big gift: everything to start playing
StarCraft Two-Player Starter Set: Founders Edition ($189.99)
The all-in-one pick for two people. One player leads the Terrans with Jim Raynor, the other leads the Zerg with Kerrigan. The box also has 15 terrain pieces, 20 dice, cards, tokens, range rulers and a 60" x 36" double-sided cloth playmat. The models are molded in colored plastic, so they look great on the table even before anyone paints them. Limited stock.
Faction bundles ($179.99 each)
Each bundle gives one faction a strong start: the starter set, a hero expansion, a unit expansion, the rulebook and that faction's dice.
- Terran Bundle: Terran Starter Set, Jim Raynor hero expansion, Siege Tank, rulebook and Terran dice.
- Zerg Bundle: Zerg Starter Set, Primal Kerrigan hero expansion, Ravager, rulebook and Zerg dice.
- Protoss Bundle: Protoss Starter Set, Artanis hero expansion, Immortal, rulebook and Protoss dice.
Pick a faction: the starter sets
Each starter set holds a full 1,000-mineral army, so one box is enough for a first game. If you know which race they play in the video game, start there. Our Terran, Zerg and Protoss pages show everything for each faction.
- Terran Starter Set ($94.99): 9 Marines, 4 Marauders, 3 Medics and a Goliath. A classic, flexible army.
- Zerg Starter Set ($94.99): 18 Zerglings, 4 Hydralisks, 3 Roaches and a Queen. Perfect for anyone who loves to swarm.
- Protoss Starter Set ($96.99): 6 Zealots, 4 Adepts, 2 Sentries and 2 Stalkers. Fewer models, each one tough and elite.
For the fan who already plays: Wave 2 expansions
Already have a starter? Expansions are the easiest way to grow their army. Stock is limited on a few of these.
- Zeratul Hero Expansion ($30.99): a Protoss hero at a stocking-friendly price.
- Siege Tank Expansion ($61.99): a big Terran vehicle to anchor the army.
- Immortal Expansion ($54.99): heavy support for a Protoss army.
- Ravager Expansion ($49.99): a great next step for a Zerg player.
More is coming: read our Wave 3 post to see the next heroes on the way.
Stocking stuffers and table upgrades
- Faction dice sets ($14.99 each): custom dice with faction icons and colors. Choose Terran, Zerg or Protoss. An easy gift that every player will use.
- Lost Temple Terrain ($34.99): walls and scatter terrain based on the classic Lost Temple map, with enough for a 1,000-mineral game.
How to choose: quick FAQ
They've never played. Where should I start?
For two people learning together, the Two-Player Founders set has both armies and a playmat in one box. For one person, a faction starter set or faction bundle is the right size.
Which faction should I pick?
Ask which race they play in StarCraft II, or go by style. Terran is balanced and flexible, Zerg is fast with lots of models, and Protoss has fewer, tougher units.
They already own a starter. What next?
A hero or unit expansion for their faction, a faction dice set, or Lost Temple terrain. If you're not sure which faction they play, terrain and dice are safe picks.
See the whole range on our StarCraft page, or browse more ideas in our gifts under $25. Everything ships from New Jersey, with free U.S. shipping on orders over $99. Questions? Email us at help@sagaconcepts.com.
