The War of the Rohirrim, a pivotal conflict that took place two centuries before the events of The Lord of the Rings, is coming to the tabletop in an exciting new release.
This conflict, marked by the bitter struggle between King Helm and his rival Freca, set the stage for the legendary events of Rohan’s history. Fans of the epic animated film The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim (2024) will soon be able to recreate the battle on their own tables, thanks to the forthcoming Middle-earth Journal and an accompanying miniatures set that brings key characters to life.
Heroes of Rohan: Fréaláf Hildeson and Olwyn the Shieldmaiden
As part of this new release, two iconic heroes will be joining the ranks of Rohan: Fréaláf Hildeson, the First Marshal of the Riddermark, and Olwyn, a legendary Shieldmaiden of Rohan. Fréaláf plays a crucial role in the War of the Rohirrim, acting as the voice of reason when his uncle Helm Hammerhand is determined to fight Freca. Despite his efforts to convince Helm to avoid war, Fréaláf remains loyal and will ride into battle to protect his people when the need arises. On the battlefield, Fréaláf is a key figure, embodying both leadership and unshakeable loyalty.
Olwyn, the proud Shieldmaiden of Rohan, represents the kingdom’s proud warrior tradition. Though most Shieldmaidens are believed to be gone by Helm’s time, Olwyn’s strength and skill as a warrior remain unmatched. She fights with courage and wisdom, especially in her role as a protector of Héra, passing on the legacy of the Shieldmaidens and their ancient ways of combat. Her character adds a powerful female presence to the lore, emphasizing Rohan’s history of fierce and capable warriors.
The Miniatures and the Middle-earth Journal
These two heroes will be available in a six-miniature boxed set, allowing players to field Fréaláf and Olwyn both mounted and on foot. Alongside them is Lief, a young page already revealed in previous content, completing the trio of key figures from the War of the Rohirrim. Their rules will be available in the Armies of Middle-earth supplement, allowing players to bring these legendary characters into their armies with full game mechanics.
The Middle-earth Journal will offer a series of linked scenarios based on the events from the film, giving players a chance to relive the epic struggle for Rohan. These scenarios bring the battle to life, challenging players to command their heroes as they face the treachery of Freca and the dangers surrounding Edoras.
Conclusion: Bringing Rohan’s Heroes to Life
With the release of these miniatures and the Middle-earth Journal, fans of Rohan’s history and The Lord of the Rings films will have the perfect opportunity to explore the War of the Rohirrim on the tabletop. Whether you’re commanding Fréaláf Hildeson’s forces or rallying behind Olwyn, these new miniatures and scenarios promise to add depth and excitement to your Middle-earth Strategy Battle Game collection. Prepare to relive Rohan’s epic past and defend the realm in style with these new heroes.
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