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Welcome to Wargaming

December 2006·pp. 16–23

THE SHORT VERSION

A newcomer’s introduction explains collecting, painting and playing as complementary parts of the hobby before comparing the three main games. Ranked regiments and manoeuvre define Warhammer, loose squads and vehicles shape Warhammer 40,000, and individually moving warriors with finite heroic resources distinguish The Lord of the Rings. The guide also explains points values, supplements, clubs and events so that a first collection can develop into a playable army.

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LoreWD 324 · pp. 10–11

The Ruin of Arnor

The forthcoming sourcebook returns to the ruined northern kingdom of Arnor, joining its ancient fall to the later story of Arathorn and Aragorn. The preview introduces forces for Arnor, Angmar and the Grey Company, including Arvedui, Gûlavhar and Bûrhdur, and explains that the book combines linked scenarios, army lists, profiles and hobby material rather than merely presenting a new miniature range.

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CommunityWD 324 · p. 12

News: Dark Heresy and the Warhammer Launch

The news page announces the planned Warhammer 40,000 roleplaying trilogy, beginning with Inquisitorial agents in Dark Heresy and envisaging later Rogue Trader exploration and Space Marine kill-teams. It also previews Lee Lightner’s Sons of Fenris and looks back at the September launch celebrations for the new Warhammer game and Battle for Skull Pass.

Warhammer 40,000Warhammer Fantasy BattlesSpace Wolves
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RulesWD 324 · pp. 24–27

The Siege of L’Anguille: Scenario and Siege Rules

An eight-thousand-point Dark Elf host attacks a Bretonnian fortress while the Green Knight and a Wood Elf relief force attempt to save it. The custom rules divide the castle into controllable sections, distinguish ladders, grapples and siege towers, and make its gate a destructible weak point. Victory after seven turns depends on occupying castle sections with viable units, forcing the attackers to concentrate on the walls rather than simply destroy the defenders.

Warhammer Fantasy BattlesBretonnia
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