Alright, fellow Warhammer enthusiasts, get ready to dive into the arcane depths of Warhammer: The Old World with the exciting Arcane Journals hitting the scene. These softback supplements are like the extra seasoning on your favorite gaming dish – not necessary, but oh so flavorful.
You’ve got your main course, the core rulebook with all the spells, abilities, and special rules you need for your chosen faction. But here’s where the Arcane Journals come in – they’re like the dessert menu, offering you additional background lore, imagery, and rules to spice up your gaming experience.
Now, don’t get me wrong, you can totally rock your Warhammer: The Old World battles without these Arcane Journals. The main army lists, Forces of Fantasy and Ravening Hordes, got you covered with complete rules, unique spells, abilities, and faction-specific goodness. But here’s the cool part – the Arcane Journals open up new ways to play and build your force.
Let’s talk thematic army lists, people! These aren’t your run-of-the-mill forces. We’re talking about Bretonnian Exiles led by a Banished Lord, seeking redemption or just a new piece of land. These guys are hiring bloodthirsty mercenaries and rolling with Border Prince Bombards. It’s the Vow of the Exile instead of the usual Chivalric Vow, and things are about to get wild.
And for the Tomb Kings, oh boy, get ready for Nehekharan Royal Hosts. Elite retinues led by influential Tomb Kings or Princes, schooled in the secret language of the Priests of the Mortuary Cult. Skeletons and Tomb Guard Chariots pulverizing enemies under hoof and wheel – it’s like a regal parade of doom.
But wait, there’s more! Each Arcane Journal throws in a historical recreation scenario. The Battle of Matorea, for instance, is a showdown in the Border Princes where Sir Cecil Gastonne the Wyrm Slayer faces off against Settra the Imperishable. It’s like a mini-drama on the tabletop with unique challenges and conditions that’ll keep you on your toes.
And hey, don’t forget the goodies – rules for special characters like the Green Knight, magic weapons, armor, standards – it’s a treasure trove for hobbyists and gamers alike.
You can snag these Arcane Journals for Bretonnia and the Tomb Kings on pre-order day, along with the game and a ton of stunning miniatures. More Arcane Journals for the other seven core factions are on the horizon, so stay tuned.
And if you’re itching for a sneak peek at Warhammer: The Old World, check out the free Warhammer+ debut Battle Report on YouTube. Praise the Lady or Hail Settra – whichever floats your fantasy boat! And if you want to witness the Battle of Matorea in action, head over to the MiniWarGaming YouTube channel. The hype is real, folks!
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