INTRODUCTION
Welcome, fellow explorer, to a thrilling world of strategy, conflict, and camaraderie. Your journey into a galaxy far, far away begins here, where every battle is a story, every miniatures figure a hero, and every tabletop a vast universe. This, my friend, is Warhammer 40,000: Team töten. Don’t worry though; this isn’t a field guide for assassins but rather an introduction to a fast-paced, exciting tabletop game. Whether you’re a seasoned tabletop gamer, complete newbie, or someone allured by the prospect of miniature warfare, this beginner’s guide will help you navigate through the initial steps of the Kill Team universe.
WHAT IS KILL TEAM?
Kill Team is a tabletop game released by Games Workshop, set within their Warhammer 40,000 universe. With a rich backstory dating back to 1987, Warhammer 40,000 is a futuristic, gothic tabletop game recreated in multiple formats. Kill Team, part of this vast universe, is a skirmish-style game with a smaller scale but no lesser charm or intensity. It’s comparatively quicker and less daunting than its counterparts, making it a great place to start your journey into the world of tabletop games.
At its core, Kill Team caters to small, specialized groups of troops (known as kill teams) battling against each other. The game offers an immersive narrative, intriguing scenarios, and tactical elements, making every game a unique storytelling event.
HOW IT WORKS/HOW TO GET STARTED
To play Kill Team, you build your own team from a chosen faction such as Space Marines, Orks, or Necrons, among others. Teams typically consist of 5-20 models, creating a smaller, more intimate experience compared to the large-scale armies of Warhammer 40,000.
A standard game of Kill Team proceeds with following steps:
1. Army Building: Select your faction and build your team according to the points limit set in the rulebook.
2. Setup: Choose your mission, set up your battlefield and deploy your Kill Teams.
3. Initiative Phase: Roll off to see who has the initiative for the round.
4. Movement Phase: Move your models around the battlefield.
5. Psychic Phase: Those who have psykers can attempt to manifest psychic powers.
6. Shooting Phase: Your models engage the enemy with ranged weapons.
7. Fight Phase: Models in close proximity duel it out in hand-to-hand combat.
8. Morale Phase: Check if your team panics under the pressure of the battle.
WHAT YOU NEED TO PLAY
To dive into a game of Kill Team, you would require:
1. Core Rulebook: Your essential guide to everything Kill Team.
2. Miniatures: Figures representing your faction’s Kill Team.
3. Dice: A set of gaming dice to determine outcomes.
4. Terrain: The battlefield where the action happens.
5. Measuring Tools: Rulers or tapes to measure distances.
The Kill Team Starter Set is a perfect place to get all these in one box.
TIPS FOR ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS
1. Start Small: Don’t overwhelm yourself. Start with a small team and familiarize yourself with the game mechanics.
2. Learn Your Faction: Each faction has strengths and weaknesses. Choose one that appeals most to you and dive deeper into its tactics.
3. Use Terrain Wisely: Cover and high ground can turn the tides of battle. Use terrain to your advantage.
4. Practice: The more games you play, the better you’ll understand the intricacies of Kill Team.
5. Have Fun: Ultimately, it’s a game. Enjoy the experience, and remember that winning isn’t everything.
HELPFUL RESOURCES
Sites like Wahapedia, Bell of Lost Souls, and the official Warhammer 40,000 website provide a wealth of information. YouTube channels such as “Tabletop Tactics” or “MiniWarGaming” offer comprehensive tutorials and playthroughs. Plus, don’t forget to engage with the community on forums like Reddit or Discord for tips, tactics, and shared experiences.
GLOSSARY
1. Faction: A group with common goals and characteristics within the Warhammer 40,000 universe, such as the Space Marines or the Necrons.
2. Psyker: Characters in the Warhammer universe with powers to manipulate the Warp, an energy field that grants them psychic abilities.
3. Morale: A factor that measures the resolve of your team, which can affect its performance.
4. Terrain: The physical features on your battlefield that can provide cover, hinder movement, or create strategical advantages.
5. Initiative: Determines who goes first in a game round.
NEXT STEPS
Now that you have a basic understanding of Kill Team, why not try a demo game? Visit your local tabletop game shop, where you can often find open play areas and even organized events. You can also try out TableTop Simulator, a digital platform that provides a virtual tabletop experience. And remember to keep exploring, keep learning, and most importantly, keep enjoying the game. The universe of Kill Team awaits!
