The Middle-earth Strategy Battle Game is receiving a massive update, with a new edition packed with fresh miniatures, detailed rules, and a wealth of content to explore the world of Middle-earth! Here’s what’s coming:
Starter Box: The War of the Rohirrim™ – Battle of Edoras™
Dive into the action with this comprehensive starter set featuring:
- 56 miniatures:
- Good: Haleth and Hama, Princes of Rohan (mounted and on foot) with 24 Rohan Warriors.
- Evil: Wulf, High Lord of the Hill Tribes, and General Targg (mounted and on foot) with 24 Hill Tribesmen.
- Two Rohan Houses to set the scene.
- A 176-page rules manual and a 48-page scenario booklet with linked introductory missions.
- Double-sided 3’x3’ playmat, guides, range ruler, and dice.
Core Rulebook and Army Supplements
Middle-earth Strategy Battle Game Rules Manual
A revamped 176-page hardcover featuring:
- Core and advanced rules, including unit types (Cavalry, Heroes, Monsters).
- Rules for sieges and both Narrative Play and Matched Play scenarios.
- Detailed mechanics for magic, wargear, and weapons.
Armies of The Lord of The Rings™
- 240 pages, with 150+ profiles for heroes, monsters, and warriors.
- 27 Good army lists (e.g., Gondor, Rohan, Rivendell).
- 19 Evil army lists (e.g., Mordor, Isengard, Moria).
Armies of The Hobbit™
- 160 pages, with 120+ profiles.
- 15 Good army lists (e.g., Erebor, Lake-town, Mirkwood).
- 7 Evil army lists (e.g., Dol Guldur, Gundabad).
New Miniatures and Units
Key Heroes and Villains:
- Helm Hammerhand™ (Legendary Hero of Rohan).
- Freca™, Lord of the West-march (Dunlending Leader).
- Lord Thorne™ of the Wold (Traitor Rohirrim Hero).
- Buhrdûr™, Hill Troll Chieftain (Angmar Hero of Valor).
Unit Upgrades:
- Rohan Warriors: 24 plastic miniatures with bows, hand weapons, and spears.
- Hill Tribesmen: 24 versatile warriors with various weapons.
- Hill Trolls of Angmar™: Forge World resin kit with two powerful siege units.
- Great Eagles: Re-released with updated bases for the new edition.
Terrain Kit: Osgiliath – Ruined City of Gondor™
A modular terrain kit including:
- A Gondor Tower.
- Three Gondor Mansions.
- Six Gondor Ruins.
This set allows for endless customization to recreate the cinematic battles of Middle-earth.
This release marks an exciting new chapter for Middle-earth fans, with incredible miniatures, deep rules, and options for epic battles. Pre-orders go live next week!
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