The Nightmares of Ylia – Art and Tutorial Book (315 pages paperback) is the second major publication in the Asteria universe. If you loved Fate of Asteria, this volume expands the narrative and visual world you already know—this time plunging into the haunting and evocative realm of vampires.
This Nightmares of Ylia art tutorial book explores darker themes and introduces new creature designs, offering a rich variety of concepts and styles that remain visually consistent with the first volume, yet go deeper into gothic and horror fantasy territory. From the eerie to the majestic, each page is filled with high-quality illustrations, original miniature concepts, and professional painting guides.
The book isn’t just a visual journey—it’s a resource. You’ll find exclusive painting tutorials by some of the miniature painting world’s top artists, including:
– Moroi by Massimiliano Richiero
– Grigore by Marc Masclans
– Galen & Luna by Francesco Farabi
– Nyx by Massimiliano Richiero
– Galen by Erik Swinson
– Helkhard by Riccardo Agostini
– Mathias by Danilo Cartacci
You’ll also find a behind-the-scenes article on how our miniatures are created—from concept art to sculpture—providing deeper insight into the creative and artisanal process behind the models you love.
This Nightmares of Ylia art tutorial book is more than just a collection of pages: it’s a tribute to the community that made it possible. Without our loyal supporters, this dark dream would have never come to life.
🔹 What’s inside?
– 315 full-color pages
– Softcover paperback edition
– 8 Painting tutorials by 6 world-class artists
– Original art and creature design
– Miniature gallery and concept illustrations
– Exclusive article on the sculpting process
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The Buccaneer
Teutonic Knight, XIV cen.
Chasseur a cheval of the imperial guard, 1814
Pirate Captain
Neoclassic Fountain – 54mm Historical Miniature Scenery
Celtic Pride
Elf Huntress
Mexican House - 54mm mexican house scenery
Pawnee
Vlad Dracul - Resin Version
Drummer of 44th Rgt. G.B. 1812
XVII-XIX C. House Corner – 54mm Historical Miniature Scenery
Officer of the 1st Foot Guard Saint James Palace Company Grenadier, G.Britain 1808
Grand Master of the Teutonic Order
Mediterranean Terrace – 54mm mediterranean scenery
Waterloo 1815: Rivals bundle - resin version
Captain Gaetan Joseph Prosper - adc of Bessières
Belmuth Bust
"Burgundian War” Swiss Captain 1450-85
Veerle - Barbarian
Trumpeter of the Artillery Train of the Guard, 1807-10
Standard bearer of the Grenadier Guards, 1814
Velvet Inks Purple Dusk
Saxon Infantry Captain, Prinz Xavier Regiment, Minden 1759
General Laurent de Gouvion St Cyr
Muslim Corner – 54mm middle eastern scenery
Izinduna Zulu, 1879
Hallberdier of the Spanish Guard
XIV C. Wall - 54mm Historical Miniature Scenery
Pikeman
Naamah - Demoness
Hochmeister of the Teutonic Order XV Cen
Roman legionary, II cen. A.D.
Asteria TUTORIAL - Robert Karlsson - PDF (eng) 






