Alright, Kill Team operatives, listen up! The new edition of Kill Team is almost ready to drop into the battlefield, and it’s packing some serious changes and upgrades. Tom from the Kill Team design crew has laid out what we can expect as the game evolves. Let me walk you through all the juicy details and why this is going to be an exciting ride for both veterans and rookies!
A Fresh Start: 33 Updated Kill Teams at Launch!
At launch, you’re looking at 33 kill teams with fully updated and balanced rules for the new edition—all for free! Yeah, you read that right. You can download the rules from Warhammer Community or through the Kill Team App. Whether you’re commanding Tyranid Hunters, sneaky Eldar Corsairs, or good ol’ Ork Kommandos, everything is tuned to make sure the game is tight and fun for everyone.
This is a massive win for players. You don’t have to worry about buying new rulebooks every time a patch drops or a new team comes out. Everything will be online and regularly updated to ensure balance and accessibility. It’s like a live-service game but on your tabletop.
Quarterly Updates and Four Seasons of Support
Here’s where things get spicy: Every Kill Team will get consistent rule updates for two full editions, with quarterly updates to keep things fresh. That means no stale metas and no team being left in the dust. Plus, Kill Teams will stay in the product range for a solid four seasons (each season is about 12 months, give or take). This ensures that all your favorite squads will stick around and be fully supported for a long time.
And if your team isn’t updated right away? Don’t worry! They’re still getting balance tweaks and attention for the entire edition. So, you’ll always have an up-to-date, competitive squad, whether you’re playing casually with friends or in a formal event.
Classified Kill Teams: Tournament-Ready Squads
Now, if you’re into the competitive side of things, we’ve got something called Classified Kill Teams. These are the squads that are tournament-ready and will be used in major Warhammer events like the US Opens and the Warhammer World Championships. Only teams that are still in the product range will be Classified, ensuring fairness and stability in competitive play.
For instance, your beloved Kommandos will be Classified for the first season. When the season wraps up, their box will leave the product range, and they’ll no longer be Classified for tournament play. BUT, you can still rock them in every other setting, from casual play to narrative events, and they’ll keep getting updates till the edition ends. This system ensures that every team stays viable and balanced for most games, even after they leave the tournament scene.
Events, Leagues, and Narrative Play – Fun for All!
Just because a team isn’t Classified doesn’t mean it’s out of action! For most of us playing at clubs, in leagues, or with friends, every Kill Team—Classified or not—will still be fun and fair. Plus, there’s a lot of love for solo and co-op play, where your miniatures can act as NPCs (non-player operatives) in custom scenarios.
And the community events are about to blow up! From Joint Ops to Narrative Campaigns, the design team is encouraging players to use all teams in their events. Imagine huge narrative events where every faction gets its time to shine!
Final Thoughts: Stay Sharp, Exciting Times Ahead!
This new edition feels like a dream come true for Kill Team players. The online-first rules are a game-changer, ensuring that everyone has access to the most up-to-date, balanced gameplay. Whether you’re in it for the hardcore tournament scene, casual games with friends, or epic narrative campaigns, this edition has it all.
And with pre-orders about to launch, we’re on the brink of something amazing. The team is clearly passionate about keeping Kill Team exciting, fresh, and balanced for all kinds of players.
So, gear up, operatives—Kill Team 2.0 is locked, loaded, and about to make its mark. Stay sharp, and get ready for an awesome journey in the battlefields of the 41st millennium!
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