After seeing some of the controversy about a proposed new system of ranking players (build in imitation of the scientific, golden standard of the NCAA ranking formula) we here at Stoat’s Center realized there was another wave of content to catch with our boogie-board of mediocre articles! As all players know your ranking in the…
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Road to the NOVA Open Narrative – Part 1
Hi all I have the pleasure of attending the upcoming 2022 nova open this summer and thought I would take you along with me as I prepare. While I don’t fancy the competitive scene much these days, largely due to the lack of time given the upcoming arrival of baby paddington, I elected to attend…
Age of Sigmar Narrative Review – Sylvaneth
Happy Wednesday all! Today we will take a look at the new tree-hugger rules (note: not individuals that hug trees, but trees that hug back). Army Special Rules:One of the first stipulations of the Sylvaneth is that you get to pick your “Season of War” before every battle, rather than writing on the the roster….
Narrative Update – Space Marine Options
While this was one of the earliest codexes released it also languished due to it’s lackluster crusade rules (no not you Necrons, you got a bunch of new core, and are good competitively…for now) the Space Marines were in desperate need of an update. GW seems to have realized this and has released a series…
Narrative Review – Adeptus Mechanicus
After a long journey I am almost caught up on my narrative reviews for the Crusade system! Today we dust off the STC that is the Ad Mech Crusade rules. Army Specific Rules: During crusade campaigns these adventurous little toaster-humpers are after rare technology. As you gather archeotech, you roll off to see if the…
Age of Sigmar Narrative Review – Skaven
My first army back in Warhammer Fantasy, the Skaven have always gnawed their way into my heart. The little, fuzzy rapscallions are an entertaining army to see or play, let’s see how their Path to Glory rules hold up! Army Special Rules: The Skaven get a very powerful ability for their campaigns. So long as…
Apocalypse Battle Report – The Wasteland Part 2
This is a continuation of Wednesday’s article. Sadly, I still haven’t been able to secure pictures from the event so you will need to use your imagination. The players we had at this event boiled down to the following list: Myself – Eldar – 2x Wraithknights Tau Player – Taunar and Suits Tau Player #2…
Apocalypse Battle Report – The Wasteland Part 1
Hi All,In June we had a Apocalypse game that tied into our local crusade campaign. Unfortunately, I am struggling to find my photos from the event : ( As with the past few events I was trialing a mission I wrote which is included below. The purpose of this event was to encourage players to…
Narrative Review – Adepta Sororitas
Hi All,Time to jump back on the 40k Narrative Review bandwagon! Today we look at the Sororitas and what they crusade rules have to offer! Army Special Rules: These holy lady’s core mechanics are centered on the generation of new saints. When you start your campaign you select one character to be the Saint Potentia….
Age of Sigmar Narrative Review – Maggotkin of Nurgle
Hello all! Today’s review brings us into the company of the jolly questers of the Maggotkin of Nurgle (MoN). Army Special Rules: Like the Nighthaunt the MoN have a campaign mechanic to seed Nurgle’s garden into existing territories. Beware though it is a lot easier to lose these territories as every time you lose, your…