Scales

Zone 17 utilizes two distinct gameplay scales: Agent and Battle.

Agent scale is used to depict the exploits of the characters. This is the scale for kung-fu fights, gun battles, and car chases. The scale of the miniatures is about 28mm (1/72) and each inch represents about two meters.

Battle scale is used to depict combat between large military vehicles, such as high-tech tanks and battleframes. The scale of the miniatures is about 9mm (1/216) and each inch represents about six meters.

The scales are designed to be complementary. Players may play a role-playing focused game at Agent scale for two-thirds of the action, and then the characters suit-up and ride mecha into battle. Players may prefer a miniature vehicle combat game played primarily at Battle scale, but the combats may be part of a larger campaign with detailed plots and Agent-scale activity.