Build a Travel Space Hulk Step 1: Create Tiles

This portion of the article will guide you through steps needed to create the tiles for you travel
Space Hulk game.
Create Individual Tiles
The first task is to create graphics for each individual tile. The images should closely resemble the
tiles from the original game. I decided to use Blender 3D (free 3D modeling software) since the
lighting and three dimensional structure help create a sense of realism. Examine the game tiles to
determine how many types of game squares exist (for example, grates, metal plates, etc.). Create a
200 pixel x 200 pixel representation of each of these squares. Once complete, duplicate the squares
as needed so that they may be organized into the shape of each individual tile. Add lights, blood
pools, and other effects to the tiles. Render each tile individually and save to a location on your
computer. While making the tiles, you may also want to create an image for the Mission Tracker.

Combine Tiles and Print

In order to make the tiles magnetic, you should first print the tiles on sticker
paper. Once printed, the tiles will stick to a piece of tin with little effort. Prior
to printing, organize the tiles so that they consume as much space as possible
on each piece of tin. This is tricky, but with some clever thinking you should Tin
be able to accomplish the task. Also, be sure to add a thin line around each
tile so that you can find the borders of each tile when cutting. I've chosen to
Printed Tiles
resize the tiles so that each individual square is approximately 1 cm x 1 cm.
Using tin sheets that are 4 inches x 10 inches, I was able to create all of my pieces on 3 tin sheets.
You should be able to fit the Mission Tracker on a piece of tin along with the other tiles.

Cut Out the Tiles

You should now have a piece of tin with the printed tiles on one side. Cut out
each tile along the borders. A pair of sharp hobby scissors should be
sufficient for the job. Be careful to avoid cutting yourself on the edges of the
tin! The corners may have bent during the process... carefully bend them
back so that the tiles are completely flat. Repeat for the Mission Traker.
Cut Tile

Add Backing (Optional)

Distribute the tiles on a piece of black foam board and trace the outline of
each tile. Using a box cutter, slowly cut out each of the shapes. Add a small
amount of Tacky Glue to each shape and attach to a corresponding tiles.
Repeat for the Mission Traker. Note: adding backing to your tiles is not
necessary, but foam board adds a feeling of bulk to the tiles and makes them Foam Board
easier to handle.

Foam Board
Beside Tile

Glue on Back

Assembled

Add Laminate
You should now protect your investment by adding a laminate cover. Trace
each tile on the back of a self-adhesive clear laminate sheet, leaving
approximately 1 cm of extra space on along each edge. Cut out the pieces
and remove the paper back. Attach the tiles to their respective sized
laminate pieces with the printed side against the sticky surface. Smooth the Laminate
laminate and cut out squares at each corner. Finally, pull down the flaps and
stick to the back of the tiles. The flaps may not always stick well to the back
of the tiles. To compensate, you should cut appropriate sized pieces of black
electric tape and apply to the bottom of each tile. Repeat for the Mission Laminate Without
Traker. Your tiles are now complete! Corners

Folded Flaps

Electric Tape

Proceed to Step 2: Prepare the Miniatures