LoreWD 524 · pp. 2–7
The Collegiate Arcane trains gifted humans to control dangerous realm-magic and channels that expertise into Sigmar’s armies. Its eight Colleges draw elemental motes from the world around them, so even a wizard far from their native realm can find the energies needed for healing, deception, metalworking or destructive battle spells. Masters of Combat Arcana supplement scholarly training with practical wards and counter-spells suited to the front line.
Age of SigmarCities of Sigmar
LoreWD 524 · pp. 6–7
Practised battle spells can become instinctive, while grimoires preserve complex invocations and help a wizard prepare unfamiliar magic in advance. The Colleges also stage dangerous contests suited to their disciplines: Bright College apprentices endure fiery trials in the Crucible, whereas Grey Wizards seek victory through illusions that can imprison an unwary mind. A short scene illustrates the lesson as Blissa abandons a failing shield, sidesteps a sorcerer’s attack and kills him with conjured fire-serpents.
Age of SigmarCities of Sigmar
LoreWD 524 · p. 23
Armageddon’s Steel Legion favour mechanised infantry, with Chimeras and protective clothing suited to a poisoned industrial world. Invasion has reversed the normal outward flow of regiments, as the planet increasingly consumes both its own recruits and soldiers sent from elsewhere. The illustrated survey distinguishes the indigenous legion and jungle-fighting Ork Hunters from supporting Krieg, Cadian, Mordian, Elysian, Savlar and Catachan formations.
Warhammer 40,000Astra Militarum