Quick answer
Choose acrylic standees for instant durability and lower cost, or painted miniatures for detailed painting and a smaller footprint.
Durability and handling
Acrylic standees are cut from rigid acrylic sheets, so they resist bending and wear during frequent tabletop use. Painted resin miniatures are more fragile—they can chip or break if dropped, especially during transport. If your gaming group tends to be rough on components, the standees will last longer without needing repairs.
Cost and value
Standees generally cost less per piece than single miniatures, making them budget-friendly for expanding your roster. Miniatures offer a higher price point but include the option to paint and customize—adding personal value if you enjoy the hobby aspect. The trade-off is clear: standees save money upfront; miniatures reward time and skill.
Trade-offs to consider
- Durability: Acrylic standees are tough and scratch-resistant; painted miniatures require careful handling to avoid paint chips or breaks.
- Cost per unit: Standees are cheaper per figure (around $14.60 for a kit), while single miniatures cost about $7.50 each but add up with a full squad.
- Display and customization: Standees are flat and printed; miniatures offer 3D detail and the option to paint, making them better for display and personalization. If you value painting and display, miniatures win; if you want quick, durable play pieces, choose standees.
Product facts at a glance
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Cyberpunk: Edgerunners Mission Kit Acrylic StandUpz™: High-quality acrylic standees from the R.Talsorian Cyberpunk: Edgerunners Mission Kit, with alternate art cards for use in Combat Zone games. You get ready-to-play standees that integrate directly with existing Edgerunner Mercs rules, no assembly or painting required.
Cyberpunk: Edgerunners Mission Kit Acrylic StandUpz™
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Edgerunners - Tough-As-Nails Nomad: REMASTERED Cyberpunk RED: Combat Zone Single Shots resin printed miniatures, complete with character details for painting or collection. Each miniature is a unique canvas for painters and collectors, offering a more immersive display than a flat standee.
Edgerunners - Tough-As-Nails Nomad
Which should you pick?
Best for
- Players who need durable, ready-to-use figures for frequent gaming sessions
- Budget-conscious buyers expanding a large crew without spending on paint supplies
Not for
- Painters and collectors who want detailed 3D miniatures to customize
- Players who prefer a smaller storage footprint and enjoy the painting hobby aspect
