025 is shaping up to be a wild year for Necromunda players, as the Venators gang returns with a bang, bringing with them a host of exciting new rules and options for building the ultimate bounty-hunting crew.
If you thought Venators couldn’t get more flexible, think again—this update has taken things to a whole new level, and the possibilities for gang creation are practically limitless.
Venators: More Flexibility Than Ever Before
The Venators are known for being one of the most adaptable gangs in Necromunda, and now they’re even more customizable. This new update introduces eight statlines across three tiers of gangers, with choices for humans and a wide variety of abhumans from across the hive.
The new gang list includes:
- Four human statlines: These represent the more traditional human gangers, giving you a broad range of flexible, customizable options.
- Four abhuman statlines: You now have options for some of the most iconic abhumans in Necromunda, including Squats, Ogryns, Beastmen, and Ratlings. This opens up an incredible number of gang-building possibilities, allowing you to combine these abhumans with human gangers in ways that haven’t been possible before.
Endless Gang Combinations
The beauty of this new list is in the sheer variety of ways you can create your gang. Here are just a few of the possibilities:
- A Great House Legacy Gang: You could combine the gear and legacies of all six Great Houses, making for a truly eclectic and powerful force that blends the strengths of multiple factions.
- Halfling Platoon: Want to build a quirky and humorous gang? Why not assemble a platoon of Halflings (Ratlings), all geared up and on the hunt for the last wheel of cheese in the underhive? The theme possibilities here are endless.
- Abhumans Gang: You can now create a full gang of abhumans, or perhaps a more thematic Inquisitorial delegation, sending a diverse mix of abhumans and humans into the depths of the underhive on secretive Emperor’s business.
With these new options, kitbashing and customizing your gang just became a whole lot more exciting.
New Scenario: Return to the Gauntlet
Alongside these new gang-building options, there’s also a new scenario included, called Return to the Gauntlet. In this scenario, opposing gangs are tasked with snatching a Chrono Crystal from the clutches of Bald Bryen. Sounds like a chaotic and high-stakes mission, but as always, don’t ask too many questions about Bald Bryen—you’ll want to keep your focus on the battle ahead.
House of Chains and Stat Chicanery
And let’s not forget the House of Chains—if you’re a fan of Gene Smithing, you know exactly how this can completely change the statlines of your gangers. The possibilities for building a uniquely powerful gang using Gene Smithing and this new list are just staggering. But for now, let’s leave the theorycrafting to the more advanced players—it’s a whole new level of fun to explore.
Get Ready to Pre-order
If all this sounds too good to pass up, keep your eyes peeled, because the new Venators gang and Return to the Gauntlet scenario will soon be available for pre-order. Whether you’re a seasoned Necromunda player or a newcomer looking to build a gang with endless possibilities, this update is sure to offer something exciting.
So, start plotting, building, and get ready to dive deep into the underhive for a fresh batch of adventures with your Venators gang!
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