Middle Earth SBG Rules Manual 2022 01-01

 Explore the Epic Tales of Middle-earth!

Immerse yourself in the thrilling world of Middle-earth™ with Games Workshop's comprehensive Rules Manual for the Middle-earth™ Strategy Battle Game. Whether you're a seasoned warrior or just starting your journey, this 224-page hardback guide offers an extensive resource for every aspect of your tabletop adventure with Citadel miniatures.

Introduction Discover the heart of the hobby as you embark on an exciting journey. From assembling your collection and gathering essentials to setting up your battlefield, this section covers everything you need to know. Dive into the rules and profiles that will shape your in-game experience.

Rules Learn the fundamental principles and terminology necessary for your epic battles:

• Basic Principles: A beginner-friendly introduction to essential concepts.
• Turn Sequence: Navigate each turn's five phases, including Priority, Movement, Shooting, Combat, and Courage.
• Monsters: Unleash the might of Monster models, from War Beasts to colossal creatures that dominate the battlefield.
• Weapons and Wargear: Explore a range of weaponry, understanding how your choices impact your tactics.
• Magical Powers: Discover the mystic abilities of select models, and learn how to cast and resist these powers.
• Special Rules: An invaluable reference for model profiles featuring Special Rules.
• Advanced Rules: Perfect for recreating iconic Middle-earth scenarios with rules for water features, sentries, passengers, and carrying objects.
• Siege Engines: Conquer the battlefield with massive siege engines and their unique abilities.
• Sieges: Learn the basics of crafting your own sieges and reliving historic moments.

Narrative Play Experience the magic of Middle-earth by recreating beloved battles and scenes from the books and films. Special rules in scenarios ensure an immersive experience that mirrors iconic moments.

Open Play Unleash your creativity with unlimited possibilities in Open Play games. Perfect for beginners and experts alike, dream up your own scenarios, armies, and unique objectives for endless gaming adventures.

Matched Play Challenge your opponent in Matched Play games, where you assemble armies to an agreed points limit and compete for the fate of Middle-earth. This section provides valuable advice on army building, game size, alliances, wargear limits, priority, objectives, and Heroic Tiers. Additionally, you'll find six Matched Play Scenarios for diverse tactical challenges.

The Armies of Middle-earth™ Get inspired by beautifully painted miniatures from across the Middle-earth range, showcasing the artistic potential of your own creations.

Example Armies Explore four sample armies, each offering insight into their construction, point values, and unique rules.

Embark on your Middle-earth adventure, reenacting epic battles from The Lord of the Rings™ and The Hobbit™ with your Citadel miniatures. Join the ranks of heroes, villains, and armies as you forge your own legendary tales.