INTRODUCTION
Hello there, fellow gaming enthusiast! Are you hearing whispers about Warcry and itching to discover more? Or are you a lapsed player interested in reigniting your love for the game? Whatever your background, you’re in the right place. This beginner-friendly guide aims to delve into the captivating universe of Warcry, introducing you to its unique gameplay mechanics, strategies, and more. Fun, exciting, and challenging, Warcry provides hours of captivating table-top war gaming, and this guide is your first step towards understanding everything you need to know to play.
WHAT IS WARCRY?
Let’s begin with the basics: what is Warcry? A product of Games Workshop, the renowned giants in table-top gaming, Warcry is a fast-paced skirmish game set in the Age of Sigmar. The game places you in the shoes of a warband leader, setting out to conquer your enemies and claim glory in the dreaded and tumultuous Eightpoints. Being a skirmish game means Warcry thrives on small-scaled battles where strategy and cunning beats outright strength. Unlike its larger counterparts like Warhammer Age of Sigmar or Warhammer 40K, Warcry focuses on small, intimate battles, but retains the similar sense of strategy and balance.
HOW IT WORKS OR HOW TO GET STARTED:
First thing’s first: gather your stalwart warband. Equipped with comprehensive cards available in Warcry’s starter sets or warband boxes, your troops can be assembled to your liking – each troop has unique abilities and stats to consider. Once your warband is ready, the game advances through rounds, each split into six phases including Reserve, Hero, Movement, Combat, Morale and End phase. Each phase is designed such that your decisions have strategic consequences, shaping up the future rounds and overall result.
What comes next is the engaging three-part battle plan involving Deployment (where your warriors enter play), Victory (your warband’s goal, varying per game) and Twist (random elements that add variety). Other intriguing gameplay mechanics include the use of wild dices and counters, which offer a chance to tilt the scales of each round.
WHAT YOU NEED TO PLAY:
To venture into the Eightpoints, you’ll need a Warcry Starter Set. It provides all necessary items: two warbands, terrain, rulebooks, and dice. Each warband box also comes with fighter cards and ability cards for easy reference during the game. Additionally, you might consider investing in painting tools to breathe life into your miniatures, and perhaps an organizer would help manage your set.
TIPS FOR ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS:
1. Get familiar with your warband’s abilities – understanding the strengths and weaknesses of your units is key to strategic planning.
2. Experiment with different styles of play to find what suits you best.
3. Don’t solely focus on objectives, sometimes engaging and disrupting your opponent can earn you the victory.
4. Use the terrain to your advantage.
5. Remember, it’s about fun and tactic, sometimes it’s worth taking risks!
HELPFUL RESOURCES:
To supplement your Warcry journey, here are some handy online resources: the official Warcry website (offering FAQs and downloadable contents), Warcry subreddit for sharing strategies and questions, Warhammer Community for news and updates, and Warhammer TV YouTube channel where you can find painting tutorials.
GLOSSARY:
1. Warband: Your band of warriors in the game.
2. Terrain: The battlefield or the environment in which you play.
3. Rounds: The cycle through which the game moves.
4. Phases: Sub-parts of a round, each with unique actions.
5. Wild Dice: Special dice that can be used to change turns and sequences
NEXT STEPS:
Now with your newfound knowledge, it’s time to jump into the world of Warcry! We recommend starting with a demo game. You can also visit your local hobby shops – many have friendly communities that host games and can help newcomers. Remember, the beginning might feel overwhelming but keep going. The deeper you dive, the unending fun and glory awaits! Welcome to the exciting world of Warcry. Remember, even in defeat, there’s knowledge to be gained, and glory to be achieved. Good luck, and happy gaming!
