INTRODUCCIÓN
Greetings! You’ve encountered the thrilling realm of tabletop wargaming, and a game that’s caught your attention is ‘Kill Team’. Whether you’re entirely new to this universe or dusting off your miniatures after a long hiatus, this beginner-friendly guide will shed light on Kill Team, explaining its captivating appeal, and guiding you through your first foray into this exhilarating strategy game. So grab your paintbrush, assemble your squad, and prepare to join the ranks of Kill Team commanders worldwide.
WHAT IS KILL TEAM?
At its core, Kill Team is a skirmish-level game set within the vast universe of Warhammer 40,000 (or 40K). Kill Team is developed and published by Games Workshop, the creators of the Warhammer franchise, and was launched in 2018 to offer a more intimate, tactical experience compared to the grand scale warfare of 40K.
Each player commands a small team of warriors, hence the name “Kill Team”. These squads are typically part of larger factions within the Warhammer universe, spanning from the disciplined soldiers of the Adeptus Astartes to vile, extragalactic swarms of Tyranids. The game embraces a character-driven narrative, where you can see your heroes evolve, gain new skills, or sustain injuries as they engage in thrilling combat and fulfil objectives in various missions.
HOW IT WORKS / HOW TO GET STARTED
Playing Kill Team is about leading your squad through intricate missions, utilizing strategy to best manipulate the battlefield to your advantage, and of course, attempting to eliminate the enemy’s kill team. Here’s a brief rundown of the typical game:
1. **Preparation:** Assemble your kill team of finely detailed miniatures. You’ll need at least three models, but most games are played with 5-10 models.
2. **Choose Mission:** Select a mission from the Core Manual or take a plunge into the narrative with scenario-based campaigns.
3. **Deployment:** Both players put down their models on the game board according to the selected mission’s setup rules.
4. **Turn Sequence:** The game proceeds in turns. Each turn contains four phases: Initiative, Movement, Psychic, Shooting, and Fight phase. Each phase has its own rules, opportunities, and challenges.
5. **Victory:** The mission’s victory conditions (like eliminating enemy models or achieving objectives) determine the winner.
LO QUE NECESITAS PARA JUGAR
To helm your Kill Team venture, you’ll need a few essential items:
1. **Core Manual:** This rulebook is essential. It provides all the rules for playing Kill Team, guidelines for building your squad, details of different factions, and various missions.
2. **Models:** You’ll need miniatures to form your kill team. Games Workshop offers a vast range of detailed models that you can assemble and paint.
3. **Game Board and Terrain:** You need a designated surface to play on, and Games Workshop sells specially designed game boards for Kill Team. Adding terrain enhances tactical depth—and the look of your game!
4. **Dice and Ruler:** A set of six-sided dice (D6) is necessary for gameplay, and a ruler or tape measure helps with movement and range determination.
TIPS FOR ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS
1. **Start Small:** Beginners may feel overwhelmed by the vast choice of factions and models. Start with a small team from a faction that interests you.
2. **Learn the Basics:** Focus first on understanding the basic mechanics of the game before diving into advanced rules.
3. **Be Patient:** It takes time to assemble and paint your models—enjoy the process.
4. **Join a Community:** Connect with other players online or at local game stores to share tips and arrange games.
5. **Have Fun:** Above all, remember this is a game. Enjoy the journey of building your team and the excitement of play.
RECURSOS ÚTILES
There are numerous resources available to help embark on your Kill Team adventure. The official Games Workshop website provides an array of products, articles, and tutorials. For additional help, consider YouTube channels like Tabletop Tactics and StrikingScorpion82 for in-depth tutorials, commentary, and battle reports. Online communities such as the Kill Team subreddit and Discord channels are excellent for advice, inspiration, and making new friends in the Kill Team community.
GLOSARIO: EXPLICACIÓN DE TÉRMINOS COMUNES
1. **Kill Team:** A small squad of warriors that a player controls in the game.
2. **Campaign:** A sequence of linked games.
3. **Miniatures/Models:** The physical representations of each character in your Kill Team.
4. **Factions:** The diverse groups within the Warhammer 40K universe that Kill Teams belong to.
5. **Turns/Phases:** The structure by which the game proceeds. Each player’s turn is divided into distinct phases (Movement, Psychic, Shooting, and Fight).
PRÓXIMOS PASOS: ¿QUÉ HACER A PARTIR DE AHORA?
Your journey into Kill Team has only just begun! Pick up the Core Manual and a starter set of models from a faction that intrigues you, and start learning by playing. Join a local hobby shop for matches or demo games. As you grow in skill, expand your team, delve deeper into the lore, and perhaps even launch a narrative campaign with friends. It might seem daunting at first, but remember, every veteran player started right where you are now. Each game is a step towards experience, expertise, but most importantly, fun! Welcome to Kill Team.
