ODSTs hit the ground hard in the new Feet First Into Hell Halo Flashpoint expansion, landing this October and up for pre-order now!
The next wave of Halo Flashpoint content just got announced at GenCon, and it’s packing more than just drop pods. Titled ‘Feet First Into Hell’, this expansion drops ODSTs into the mix, yes, the orbital-drop badasses in black armor we’ve all been waiting for.
And it’s not just a new faction box, it’s a full-on tactical toolkit for taking your Flashpoint games to the next level of cinematic chaos.
Let’s break it down.
Feet First Into Hell – Halo Flashpoint Faction Set: $139
First up, you’re getting Gunnery Sergeant Buck and Captain Veronica Dare, both in limited edition sculpts. These aren’t just pretty minis, they come with unique rules and a Special Order card that’ll make your opponent rethink their deployment.
Then we’ve got a small army of ODST specialists:
- 2 ODST Captains
- 2 2nd Lieutenants
- 4 Special Purpose Troopers
- 4 Bullfrogs (Air Assault)
- 4 Firebreak units
Throw in ODST-themed dice, an urban warfare playmat set in New Mombasa, a terrain pack, and a faction booklet titled Desperate Measures, and you’ve got a table-ready strike force that’s fast, flexible, and built for aggressive, objective-driven play.
Why ODSTs Change the Game
Flashpoint’s core is all about asymmetric tactics, and the ODSTs slot right in as high-risk, high-reward specialists. Their Hot Drop mechanic opens up vertical mobility and surprise deployment plays that standard UNSC or Covenant forces can’t match.
They’re made for quick strikes, ambushes, and forcing bad trades.
This isn’t a faction for slow and steady board control. ODSTs are all-in or nothing. And if you like pushing your luck and pulling off cinematic last-minute grabs, this box was built for you.
Play Style Snapshot: Fast, Surgical, and Relentless
What makes ODSTs shine is their flexibility mid-game. Their Special Orders and gear loadouts let them shift roles on the fly—one minute they’re clearing rooftops, the next they’re sabotaging an enemy objective from behind.
You’ll need to get comfortable with mobility and make peace with the idea that sometimes, your best move is also the most reckless. But the payoff? Game-winning.
Final Thoughts From Us
If you’re already into Flashpoint, this is a no-brainer. The ODST faction adds a fresh tactical layer without bloating the game. If you’re new, this set is honestly a solid starting point. It gives you a focused squad, iconic characters, and a mat and terrain so you’re not scrambling to get a battlefield together.
Preorders are up now, with a release scheduled for October 2025. So you’ve got time to paint, strategize, and get your drop landing sound effects ready.
