Quick answer
Choose the Boardwalk mat for urban or tavern brawls with a classic wood-floor look, or pick the Forgotten Temple mat for jungle ruin skirmishes where nature reclaims the stone.
Terrain and theme differences
The Boardwalk mat recreates a weathered wooden floor, perfect for tavern fights, seaside docks, or indoor urban encounters. Its warm brown tones and plank lines set a grounded, gritty scene.
The Forgotten Temple mat shows a stone plaza being overtaken by vines and earth. It suits ancient ruins, lost cities, or any setting where civilization has faded.
Size and overlay options
Both mats offer a wide range of sizes from 22"x30" up to 48"x72" and larger, including square and rectangular options. You can also add a subtle measurement overlay to either mat for easier range-finding and movement tracking.
Trade-offs at a glance
- Boardwalk mat: Great for urban, tavern, or dock settings. The wood-grain pattern adds realism to indoor or seaside fights. Available in many sizes with optional overlay. Choose if you need a versatile urban floor mat that fits historical, fantasy, or modern games.
- Forgotten Temple mat: Perfect for jungle ruins, lost cities, or temple complexes. The stone-and-vine design stands out on the table. Also available in many sizes with optional overlay. Choose if your campaign features ancient ruins or overgrown temples.
- Which one is more flexible?: The Boardwalk mat works for more generic indoor/urban scenes, while the Forgotten Temple is specialized for ruined temple terrain. Neither is a clear all-rounder. If you only buy one mat, consider whether your games lean urban or ancient-ruin.
Product facts
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Mats by Mars: Forgotten Temple (Plaza) Tabletop Wargaming Play Mat: The Forgotten Temple mat depicts a stone plaza being overtaken by earth and vines, echoing ancient footsteps on a once-busy thoroughfare. It gives your jungle or ruin scenarios an immersive, overgrown feel that standard green mats can't match.
Mats by Mars: Forgotten Temple (Plaza) Tabletop Wargaming Play Mat
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Mats by Mars: Boardwalk Tabletop Wargaming Play Mat: The Boardwalk mat emulates a weathered wood floor, described as soaked in booze and blood for centuries. It's ideal for urban skirmishes, tavern brawls, or any game set on a boardwalk or wooden floor.
Mats by Mars: Boardwalk Tabletop Wargaming Play Mat
Which mat fits your game?
Best for
- Players running urban or tavern skirmishes who want a classic wood-floor look
- Gamers who need a versatile indoor mat that works for fantasy, historical, or modern settings
Not ideal for
- Games set entirely in jungle ruins or ancient temples (choose Forgotten Temple instead)
- Players who prefer a neutral, natural terrain mat like grass or desert
