INTRODUCTION
Welcome! If you are newer to the exciting world of tabletop gaming or are rediscovering an old passion after some time away, this article is designed to help you explore the thrilling realms of Warhammer: Age of Sigmar. Originating from a rich tapestry of lore and offering endless ways to play, this game is popular worldwide and holds a special spot in the hearts of fantasy wargamers. This guide is specifically designed for beginners, aiming to make your entry into this realm as smooth and fun as possible.
WHAT IS AGE OF SIGMAR?
Age of Sigmar (AoS) is a fantasy miniature wargaming system developed and published by Games Workshop. It’s set in a vibrant, high fantasy world of eight interconnected realms. The realms encapsulate a vast array of battlefields from crystalline realms of shimmering magic to dark, desolate lands teeming with foul creatures. It’s like an epic movie such as The Lord of the Rings, except you’re not just watching it unfold – you’re the director, custodian, and key player!
The game involves commanding an army of highly detailed plastic miniatures, each representing a wide range of wildly imaginative creatures and heroes. Your goal? Vanquish your foes through strategic deployment, skillful maneuvering, and tactical use of your forces and their abilities in dramatic tabletop skirmishes.
HOW IT WORKS / HOW TO START
Playing Age of Sigmar involves several steps, but once you get the hang of it, it’s an incredibly rewarding experience. Here’s a rough outline of the game-play:
1. Assembly of Your Army: First you gather and organize your model miniatures into ‘units’, guided by the points and rules as per your chosen army ‘battletome’ (an army-specific rulebook).
2. Deployment: Arrange your forces on the battlefield, keeping your strategy and objectives in mind.
3. Turns: Players alternate taking turns, each doing so in multiple phases: Hero Phase where you can use magical abilities, Movement Phase to maneuver your troops, Shooting Phase to launch ranged attacks, Charging Phase to attempt close combat, Combat Phase to engage enemies, and lastly the Battleshock Phase where you assess your troops’ morale.
4. Winning: The means of victory varies. It might be battling to gain control of territory, wiping out your enemy’s forces or achieving a specific objective based on the chosen scenario.
CE QU'IL FAUT POUR JOUER
To begin playing Age of Sigmar, you’ll need a few essentials. These include AoS miniatures of your chosen faction, a Battletome for that faction, a set of dice, a measuring tape for calculating distances, a flat surface to act as your gaming battlefield and finally, scenery or ‘terrain’ pieces. The Warhammer: Age of Sigmar Starter Set is a great place to get started as it includes models, rules, dice and a battlefield, everything you need to dive into your first battle.
TIPS FOR BEGINNERS
1. Start Small: Begin with a ‘Start Collecting!’ box set from your chosen faction. It’s convenient and saves money as compared to buying models individually.
2. Learn As You Go: Don’t feel pressure to learn all the rules in one sitting. Instead, start playing and learn the mechanics as you progress.
3. Assembly and Painting: Assembling and painting miniatures requires patience. Don’t rush it! Enjoy the journey and be proud of your mini-artworks.
4. Plan Your Army: Think ahead about what units you may want to add. This can help you make wise purchases.
5. Have Fun! Remember, AoS is a game, the primary goal is to have a good time!
RESSOURCES UTILES
Games Workshop’s official website and the Warhammer Community website are valuable sources of news, tips and tutorials. The Age of Sigmar mobile app also provides easy access to the rules. For painting guides, the Warhammer TV Youtube Channel can’t be beaten. Finally, communities such as r/ageofsigmar on Reddit and the Age of Sigmar Discord channel are great places to ask questions and discuss strategies.
GLOSSAIRE : EXPLICATION DES TERMES COURANTS
1. Battletome: Army-specific rulebook detailing the abilities and stats of each unit.
2. Battleplan: Scenario rules detailing different objectives and victory conditions.
3. Hero Phase: First phase of each turn where magic is used and command abilities activated.
4. Wounds: Life points of each miniature, losing all leads to that model’s defeat.
5. Saves: Rolls made to avoid damage from enemy attacks.
NEXT STEPS
Starting with Age of Sigmar is like embarking on a grand adventure. So begin by digging deeper into the background of your chosen faction, assembling and painting your models, and starting your first game. Visiting a local games store can be a great way to meet others in the community, get hands-on advice and even participate in organised play events. Trust us – the journey just gets more rewarding from here. So gear up, summon your forces, and charge into the ever-uncharting realms of Age of Sigmar!
