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Waaagh! Azhag

September 2009·pp. 72–74

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The Crown of Sorcery brings Nagash’s ancient influence into an Orc warlord’s mind. Unusual tactics and dark magic make Azhag’s advance especially destructive. His defeat at Osterwald ends the campaign and sends the crown into guarded confinement. The final advice explains balancing a powerful flying character with the risks of artillery and the needs of the infantry below.

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