The Fortress of Isengard

THE SHORT VERSION

Adam Troke builds Isengard tactics around elite Uruk-hai infantry supported by inexpensive formations, dangerous specialists and powerful heroes. A large wall of pikes or shields advances relentlessly while flanking troops prevent enemies from attacking it on favourable terms. Ambushers, Sappers and carefully placed Trolls add threats outside that central block, and Jeremy Vetock explains how practical games taught him to balance impressive units with cheaper bodies.

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Find this article in White Dwarf 363, pp. 38–43.

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