Welcome back to the ‘The Road Goes Ever On and On’ blog, where we dive into the latest happenings in the Middle-earth Strategy Battle Game. This month, we’re unpacking last month’s tantalizing teaser and revealing a new one that’s sure to get the speculation wheels turning.
June’s Teaser: Eärnur, the Last King of Gondor
Last month, we teased an exciting new miniature, which had fans buzzing with theories. The teaser image showed a scabbard, part of a cloak, and the bottom of a shield featuring a snippet of an emblem. Many sharp-eyed fans correctly identified the emblem as the White Tree of Gondor, pointing to none other than Eärnur, the Last King of Gondor!
Who is Eärnur?
Eärnur is a legendary figure in Middle-earth lore, known for his role in the Battle of Fornost where he led Gondor’s armies against the Witch-king of Angmar. Despite his skill, the Witch-king’s dark powers caused Eärnur’s horse to flee, allowing the Witch-king to escape and leaving Eärnur humiliated. This humiliation haunted him and eventually led to his tragic downfall.
Eärnur on the Tabletop
Eärnur’s profile in the game is befitting a king. Here’s a breakdown of his stats:
- Fight Value: 6
- Attacks: 3
- Wounds: 3
- Might Points: 3
Equipped with a sword, shield, and heavy armor, he can also take an armoured horse and a lance, making him a formidable warrior.
Special Rules
- A Fool’s Challenge: Reflecting his pride and stubborn nature, this rule means Eärnur must always accept a Heroic Challenge and charge an enemy Hero if he can.
- Master Duelist: This rule allows Eärnur to match his opponent’s Fight Value if it is higher than his, provided they are not a Monster. This kicks in after any other rules that might alter an enemy’s Fight Value, except Heroic Strike.
What’s Next?
Eärnur will be available later this year, but the excitement doesn’t stop there. Check out this month’s teaser:
July’s Teaser: Mysterious Helmet
The latest teaser image shows an intriguing helmet, leaving fans to speculate who or what it might belong to. Is it a renowned warrior or perhaps a fearsome adversary? We’ll have to wait until next month to find out!
Stay tuned to the blog for more updates, and keep your guesses coming for the new teaser. The adventure in Middle-earth is far from over!
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