INTRODUCCIÓN
Do you remember playing with small plastic soldiers when you were a kid, setting up battles and scenarios in a world of your own imagination? If you enjoyed that, there’s a good chance you’ll love a game called Kill Team. It’s a thrilling game that lets you lead a squad of space warriors into battle, and it’s made even more exciting by intricate miniatures that represent your fighters. It has all the joy of those childhood games, but with an added mix of strategy, creativity, and luck. If you’re already intrigued, stick around as this is a comprehensive yet beginner-friendly guide to the game.
WHAT IS KILL TEAM?
Kill Team is a tabletop wargame produced by Games Workshop, the creators of Warhammer 40,000 (also known as Warhammer 40k). Originating from the dark and far-future genre of Warhammer 40k, Kill Team is its faster, smaller-scale cousin. Instead of having a full army at your disposal, Kill Team focuses on a small squad of soldiers and their individual abilities. The game is rich in both tactical gameplay and lore.
In Kill Team, your small team of warriors takes part in ferocious skirmishes against other players’ teams. The game’s focus on individual soldiers rather than large armies allows a more strategic and personal level of combat. It’s also easier to get into for beginners, both from play and cost perspectives.
HOW IT WORKS / HOW TO START
At the beginning of the game, each player deploys their Kill Team on the game board, separated by what’s known as a “deployment zone.” The game proceeds in rounds, and each round is divided into phases, each with specific actions and procedures. The most common phases are: Movement, Shooting, and Combat.
Since Kill Team is derived from Warhammer 40k, they share some similarities in mechanics but there are differences, too. Combat, for example, is less lethal in Kill Team and more tactics-focused. As for the shooting phase, all models have the chance to shoot even if they’ve moved, granting more flexibility and dynamic gameplay.
Like many tabletop games, dice are crucial in Kill Team. They’re used for movement measurement, determining success or failure in combat, and shooting.
LO QUE NECESITAS PARA JUGAR
To get started, you’ll need a few things. First and foremost, the Kill Team Core Manual; it provides all the basic rules and guidelines for the game. You’ll also need a Kill Team box set, which includes the game’s miniature figures.
Other essential items include:
– A set of polyhedral dice
– Measuring tape or rules for distance measurement
– A suitable playing surface and terrain
– And of course, your imagination!
CONSEJOS PARA PRINCIPIANTES
Here are five useful tips for absolute beginners:
1. START SMALL: Start with a small team and gradually work your way up.
2. KNOW YOUR TEAM: Take time to understand the strengths and weaknesses of your team.
3. PRACTICE: The more games you play, the better you’ll understand the rules and strategies.
4. USE TERRAIN WISELY: Use the scenery to your advantage, it can provide cover and affect visibility.
5. ENJOY: The most important tip – have fun! Kill Team is a game and it should be enjoyed.
RECURSOS ÚTILES
The Warhammer Community website provides news, updates, and strategy guides. There’s also a number of YouTube channels like Winters SEO and StrikingScorpion82, which offer Kill Team battle reports and painting tutorials. Kill Team also has a vibrant online community on Reddit and Discord.
GLOSARIO: EXPLICACIÓN DE TÉRMINOS COMUNES
Here are common Kill Team terms you should familiarize yourself with:
1. COMMAND POINTS (CP): Points used to carry out special strategies.
2. DATA SHEET: Information about a model’s abilities and weapons.
3. LEADERSHIP: The leadership ability of a model impacts their ability to carry out orders and avoid running away.
4. MORALE PHASE: A phase of the game where models are checked to see if they flee.
5. PYSCHIC PHASE: A phase of the game where psychic abilities are used.
PRÓXIMOS PASOS: ¿QUÉ HACER A PARTIR DE AHORA?
Now that you have a basic understanding of Kill Team, the best next step is to grab some miniatures and play. Consider a local games workshop or hobby store. They often run demo games for beginners and have staff on hand to help with painting and assembly. Remember, everyone started out as a beginner, and the more you play and learn, the more enjoyable the game becomes. Happy gaming!
