FASA’s Star Trek miniatures were introduced in the mid‑1980s as part of their licensed role‑playing and tactical combat games, and they remain a distinctive part of tabletop history.

A fun project to get back into some miniature painting skills. These were smaller than the Lord of the Rings figures done not too long ago, at 23mm height. Most were easy to paint, but eyes were a struggle. I used dry brushing and washes to bring out details in these. Hugely enjoyable.

The miniatures were produced in lead pewter and designed to complement Star Trek: The Role Playing Game and the Starship Tactical Combat Simulator. Released around 1985–1989, they covered both starships and character figures, giving players a way to visually represent Federation, Klingon, and Romulan forces on the table. The sculpts were relatively small—roughly 23mm for character miniatures—and required careful painting techniques such as dry brushing and washes to bring out the detail. Despite their size, they were finely cast and captured the look of Starfleet uniforms and alien designs with surprising accuracy. Today, they’re sought after by collectors, often appearing second‑hand on auction sites, though prices can be high due to their rarity.

Historically, FASA held the Star Trek license from 1982 until 1989, producing a wide range of supplements, deck plans, and miniatures to support their games. Their work helped establish Star Trek as a viable tabletop setting, blending role‑playing with tactical combat. The miniatures were part of this broader ecosystem, allowing fans to not only imagine but physically stage away missions and starship battles. When Paramount pulled the license in 1989, production ceased, leaving these figures as relics of a short but influential era in Star Trek gaming.