We're thrilled to hear the exciting news — congratulations to Hitpoint Press on Tarrasque winning the 2025 Origins Award for Best Miniature! It's a well-deserved recognition for such an iconic design, and we couldn't be happier for the entire team. We're proud to have played a part in bringing this award-winning miniature to life.
When "Tarraque", the big miniature from Hitpoint Press, claimed the 2025 Origins Award for Best Miniature, the spotlight didn't just fall on the monster—it lit up the world-class board game manufacturing partner behind it: Eastar Game Manufacturing. Recognized globally for its precision, innovation, and end-to-end custom solutions, Eastar has once again proven why it's the trusted partner for top-tier board game manufacturing and miniature custom manufacturing projects.
From Creative Vision to Manufacturing Excellence: The Silent War Behind Big Miniature Models
The original 3D model of Tarrasque was bold, fierce, and highly detailed—but not production-ready. With a size nearing 33 cm and complex spikes and undercuts, jumping straight to mass production would have resulted in:
l High mold costs
l Breakage-prone structures
l Inconsistent finishes and assembly difficulties
That's where Eastar stepped in as both a manufacturer in quality and innovation. We didn't just replicate the model — we re-engineered it for efficiency, safety, and scale:
l Height increased from 328.1mm to 334mm → stronger visual presence
l Base compacted for balance and reduced footprint
l Posture adjusted to shift center of gravity forward → reducing tip-over risk by 5%
Eastar divided the model into 12 distinct moldable units:
l Reduced fragile points and undercut conflicts
l Enhanced mold release efficiency by 30%
l Integrated slot-and-lock joints with ±0.3mm tolerance → smooth assembly at scale
These modification decisions are rooted in our expertise in miniature prototype development, custom game miniature tooling, and industrial-grade process refinement. Curious how we make other miniatures? Explore the STALKER Miniature production story here →
At Eastar, we operate two dedicated mold workshops, producing 200+ molds per month. Our internal capabilities include:
l PU wax casting
l Silicone and steel mold making
l Multi-material compatibility engineering
For Tarrasque, the spiked areas were thickened by 0.5–1.2mm, ensuring structural integrity under soft vinyl resin. Unlike typica miniature factories, we synchronize mold design with flow simulation to speed up turnaround and ensure long-term durability—no outsourcing required.
More Than Production — We Build Display-Worthy Collectibles
True craftsmanship lies in the finishing. That's why Eastar's in-house Miniature Painting & Finishing Workshop delivers consistent, artistic detailing across every batch: Hand Painting; Spray Coating; Pad Printing; Sundrop, etc everything. The image below showcases another version of the Tarrasque, finished with our in-house Sundrop technique.
Our strong R&D teams include 6 electronic engineers, 12 3D sculptors and the a 30 years experience Molding Master. We Keeping everything in-house means we control color fidelity, shine consistency, and batch uniformity—vital for models like Tarrasque, which need to impress both judges and collectors.
As more indie developers and publishers emerge worldwide, Eastar Game Manufacturing stands ready as a creative game manufacturing partner. If you're looking for a dependable, forward-thinking, and collaborative miniature custom manufacturing partner—
Let's create something epic together → Contact Eastar Game Manufacturing
