INTRODUCTION
Hello, and welcome to the thrilling world of Warcry, a miniature table-top game by Games Workshop. For those new to this engrossing and strategic game or re-living previous memories, Warcry creates a thrilling head-to-head battles experience with a rich backstory, suspense and tactical manoeuvring. This guide offers a comprehensive and beginner-friendly walk-through of the game, why it’s worth playing and without requiring any prior experience. So stick around as we traverse through the electrifying world of Warcry to help you get started.
WHAT IS WARCRY?
Set in the Age of Sigmar universe, Warcry offer a skirmish-style game born out of Games Workshop’s mainstay fantasy battle game, Warhammer. Warcry depicts pitched battles between various warring factions vying for control over the chaotic land of Eightpoints, at the instructions of Archaen, the everchosen. Warcry stands apart from traditional board games due to its multifaceted nature blending strategy, modelling, painting and storytelling using beautifully sculpted miniatures and a dynamic 3D terrain. It’s analogous to playing a high-stakes game of chess, but instead of pawns and bishops, you command a faction of raging warriors in a fantastical game-world.
HOW IT WORKS or HOW TO GET STARTED
The first thing to understand about Warcry is that it involves two components: miniature painting and the game itself. To get started, select a faction that appeals to you based both on their aesthetics and gameplay – some are nimble and fast, others pack a heavy punch but are slower, while some provide a balance. The beauty of Warcry is that you can customize your warband with the miniatures you fancy and paint them as you see fit. It’s your personal story.
Post-painting, it’s time to dive into combat. At the beginning of each battle, players choose and secretly record a battle tactic, providing you with an additional strategy to achieve to win the game. The gameplay turn consists of several phases including hero phase, movement phase, combat phase and morale phase, each having specific actions. The game continues until a predefined battle round, or until one player’s entire warband is wiped out.
WHAT YOU NEED TO PLAY
To begin playing Warcry, you need a Warband (a team of miniatures) and the Warcry core rule book, containing all the rules of gameplay. A Warcry starter set is a good beginner option as they come with everything – rule books, dice, terrain, and warbands. Additional supplies such as painting tools (paints, brushes) to make your miniatures come alive, and terrain to create your battlefield, are optional but add to the immersive experience of Warcry.
TIPS FOR ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS
1. START SMALL – Purchase a starter set and expand your collection gradually.
2. PATIENCE IS KEY – The painting aspect of the hobby can be daunting but is rewarding and therapeutic. Learn the basics and then experiment with advanced techniques.
3. SOLIDIFY RULES – Knowledge of the game rules well to avoid confusion during gameplay.
4. PRACTICE – As with any game, practice is key to improving your skills r=and getting used to your Warband’s abilities.
5. JOIN A COMMUNITY – Interacting with like-minded people can be a priceless resource for beginners.
HELPFUL RESOURCES
Major platforms such as ‘Warcry subreddit’, ‘Warcry Discord server’ and the Games Workshop’s official website are great starting points for help and advice. YouTube channels such as “Warcry Tactics” and “Rerolling Dice” provide in-depth tutorials about the game.
GLOSSARY: COMMON TERMS EXPLAINED
1. WARCRY: The game title and also the battle-cry of the warbands.
2. WARSCROLL: A document containing information of a model’s abilities within the game.
3. WAR BAND: The term for your team of warriors.
4. RNG: Acronym for ‘range’ defining the distance a model can move or attack.
5. WOUND POOL: The total amount of damage a model can deal in a single attack.
NEXT STEPS: WHERE TO GO FROM HERE
Take the plunge – grab yourself a Warcry starter set or box of your favourite faction, and create your troop of warriors. Try a demo game or join a local hobby shop for friendly skirmishes, building your skills gradually. The path to Warcry mastery takes patience and practice. Remember, every seasoned player started from the beginning too. Through it all, enjoy the journey – after all, it’s just a game. The excitement of your first victory awaits! Good luck!
