Alright, fellow warriors of the Mortal Realms, hold onto your hammers and staves because we’re about to dive headfirst into the revamped edition of Warhammer Age of Sigmar! And let me tell you, everything’s getting a makeover – from how we fight battles to how we harness the power of magic and even how we navigate the terrain.
First off, let’s talk about the terrain, because trust me, it’s not just for show anymore. Now, you’ll find rules for visibility and moving over terrain right in the core rules, and it’s all super simple and intuitive. Models can easily clamber over terrain features that are 1″ or less in height with no penalty at all – just imagine your Stormcast Eternals gracefully leaping over fallen trees and crumbling ruins.
But when it comes to taller terrain, like those imposing fortress walls, you’ll have to factor in the vertical distance as part of your move. No more mid-climb shenanigans, but hey, you can now choose to make a dramatic jump down from terrain instead of painstakingly climbing down, ending your move with style.
And here’s the kicker – any model, from the lowliest Clanrat to the mightiest Reclusian, can now hide behind terrain to escape their opponent’s line of sight. It’s like playing hide and seek on the battlefield, but with swords and magic!
But wait, there’s more! The Terrain Advanced Rules module adds even more depth to the terrain game, with rules for cover, impassable terrain, and even places of power where your heroes can tap into arcane energies – though at their own risk, of course.
And get this – regular scenery pieces are now indestructible, unlike faction terrain. So no more smashing your opponent’s terrain to rubble – you’ll have to maneuver around it like a true tactician.
But what about those cheeky opponents who barricade themselves atop terrain features, taunting you from on high? Don’t worry, you can still charge them as long as you end within ½” of the terrain – it’s all about keeping the battles dynamic and exciting.
And mark your calendars, because there’s more Age of Sigmar goodness coming your way. Tomorrow, we’ll delve into the bizarre cosmology of the Mortal Realms, and next week, get ready for the Mortal Realms Reforged event where we’ll unveil everything that comes in the launch box! It’s a time to rejoice for all Sigmarites, my friends!
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