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The Land of Shadow

January 2004·pp. 116–117

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Matthew Ward first surveys Mordor’s geography, fortifications and the forces sustaining its armies. Optional environmental rules then let players move Points Match or other scenarios into that oppressive setting. Darkness restricts targets, fumes and thorned ground cause danger, Sauron’s gaze strengthens Evil’s courage, and a roaming Troll can threaten either side. Players can agree on effects or generate them randomly, turning the location into an active part of the battle.

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Prayers of Ulric and Cult Special Rules

Priests give the cult army a religious character through bound prayers that improve charges, resist fear or punish nearby enemies. Additional rules let devout infantry include a priest without consuming a character slot, but distinguish this gathering from the Empire’s trained detachment system. Knightly leaders inspire particular troops, and hunting hounds move through woodland with their handlers. The mechanics turn faith, independence and aggressive pursuit into practical army differences.

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RulesWD 289 · pp. 24–25

The Ulric Armoury

The armoury distinguishes Ulric’s followers from a standard Empire force by restricting Sigmarite or unavailable treasures and adding their own weapons, armour, standards and talismans. The White Wolf hammer receives separate mounted and foot treatment. New items reward courage, pursuit and priestly fervour, while the Talismans of Ulric use rules different from ordinary magic items. Short histories attach those effects to the cult’s legends and sacred places.

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RulesWD 289 · pp. 26–29

The Cult of Ulric Army List

The complete list combines religious and knightly leaders with independent warriors, White Wolves and the Teutogen Guard. Hounds and hunters provide mobility and scouting, while conventional infantry occupies a different place from its role in a normal Empire army. Wolf-kin supply a stubborn, irregular element. Selection limits, equipment and background for the units make the list usable as a distinct force gathered around Ulric’s cause.

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