Red, Orange or Rootbeer Translucent Bases: Which to Pick
By Wyrd Games Official Store | Tabletop Games & Miniatures | Published: 2026-11-03
Category: 購入ガイド
Compare red, orange, and rootbeer translucent bases for Malifaux and The Other Side. Learn which color and size fits your crew, markers, and display projects.
Quick answer
Choose red or orange 40mm translucent bases when you want vivid elemental markers or a bright accent on 40mm miniatures; choose rootbeer 40mm or 50mm bases when you need a warmer, muted tone that blends with earthy or vintage schemes. For 50mm models, rootbeer is the only translucent color in this lineup.
Color comparison: red vs orange vs rootbeer
Red and orange are the high-visibility options. Red reads as heat, blood, or warning; orange reads as flame, rust, or autumn. Both stand out on the tabletop, which makes them useful for objective markers or models you need to spot quickly. Rootbeer is a brown-amber tone that sits closer to earth and wood, so it disappears into terrain and painted bases more readily. That subtlety is an advantage for display pieces or crews with natural palettes, but a drawback if you want the base to pop.
Size comparison: 40mm vs 50mm
The 40mm bases come in packs of five, while the 50mm rootbeer bases come in packs of three. That pack-size difference matters when you are outfitting a full crew: five 40mm bases cover more models per pack, but 50mm bases are for larger models that require that footprint. Check your model’s base size before ordering; using the wrong size can affect gameplay measurement and model stability.
Trade-offs in practice
Translucent bases show through to the table surface, so they can look inconsistent on different gaming mats. They also may not match the aesthetic of a fully painted, opaque base. If you plan to paint over them, much of the color advantage is lost. Consider whether you want the base to remain bare as a design feature or serve as a primer-friendly foundation.
Trade-offs at a glance
- Red 40mm: Bright, high-contrast color that stands out on the table. Best for markers or crews that need to be seen quickly. Choose red if visibility is your top priority.
- Orange 40mm: Warm and vivid, but slightly less aggressive than red. Works well for fire, rust, or autumn themes. Choose orange if you want warmth without the alarm of red.
- Rootbeer 40mm: Muted brown-amber that blends with natural terrain and painted bases. Less likely to distract from the model. Choose rootbeer 40mm for a subtle, earthy look on standard bases.
- Rootbeer 50mm: The only 50mm translucent option here. Provides a subdued tone for larger models that need a bigger footprint. Choose rootbeer 50mm when you need a 50mm base and prefer a natural color.
Product facts
- Red 40mm Translucent Bases (5 Pack): Red 40mm translucent plastic bases, 5 per pack. Five bases let you coordinate a small crew or a set of markers with a single color.
Red 40mm Translucent Bases (5 Pack) - Orange 40mm Translucent Bases (5 Pack): Orange 40mm translucent plastic bases, 5 per pack. Orange offers a warm alternative to red while keeping the same 40mm footprint and pack count.
Orange 40mm Translucent Bases (5 Pack) - Rootbeer 50mm Translucent Bases (3 Pack): Rootbeer 50mm translucent plastic bases, 3 per pack. The 50mm size suits larger models, and the three-pack matches the typical count for big miniatures.
- Rootbeer 40mm Translucent Bases (5 Pack): Rootbeer 40mm translucent plastic bases, 5 per pack. This gives you the muted rootbeer tone in the smaller 40mm size for standard infantry or markers.
Who should choose which
Best for
- Players who want bright, easy-to-spot objective markers or accent bases for Malifaux or The Other Side.
- Hobbyists building a crew with a fire, rust, or autumn theme using orange or red 40mm bases.
- Collectors who need 50mm bases for larger models and prefer a muted, natural tone.
Not for
- Modelers who plan to fully paint over the bases and want an opaque foundation.
- Players who need 50mm bases in red or orange (only rootbeer is available in 50mm here).
- Anyone unsure of their model’s base size—check the rules or model footprint first.
