INTRODUCTION
Picture rolling dice, planning intricate strategies, and commanding legions of mythical creatures and warriors in a universe loaded with rich lore and high fantasy. Welcome to the high-adrenaline world of Age of Sigmar! Whether you’re here due to a love of fantasy, board games, or painting miniatures, L'âge de Sigmar has something for all hobbyists. This beginner’s guide is the perfect place to kick-start your journey into this epic tabletop game!
WHAT IS AGE OF SIGMAR?
Age of Sigmar is a miniatures game created by Games Workshop, the same company behind the universally recognized Warhammer 40,000. Launched in 2015, it replaced Warhammer Fantasy Battle, introducing dynamic gameplay with a simplified and more accessible ruleset. Age of Sigmar is set in a war-torn universe, spanning multiple realms filled with a vast array of captivating characters, strange beasts, and fearsome deities.
The Age of Sigmar universe is divided into several factions, ranging from the Order of high elves and thunder-wielding dwarfs, to Chaos factions like the terrifying plague-riddled Nurgle. Each faction has its unique set of models, lavish lore, and strategic playstyle.
HOW IT WORKS / HOW TO GET STARTED
Playing Age of Sigmar begins with assembling your chosen army of stylishly intricate miniatures. After assembly, you can enhance the look of your miniatures with paint. This artistic aspect of the game is a hobby within itself, allowing players to customize their forces to their heart’s desire.
When it comes to gameplay, Age of Sigmar is turn-based, usually involving two players. Each turn involves several phases – the Hero Phase, the Movement Phase, the Shooting Phase, the Combat Phase, and finally, the Battleshock phase. These phases determine your magical abilities, force movement, ranged and melee attacks, and how your units react under pressure, respectively.
Once you’ve mastered the game’s fundamental phases, you’ll start to learn about the various abilities of individual units, formulating strategies that play to your chosen faction’s strengths.
CE QU'IL FAUT POUR JOUER
The first step to playing Age of Sigmar is acquiring a “Start Collecting!” box of your preferred faction. These provide a cost-efficient way of starting an army. Additionally, you will need the basic rules guide and, depending on your chosen faction, you may need a Battletome, which provides army-specific rules and lore.
Optional yet beneficial tools include a set of dice, a measuring tape or ruler for movement measuring, and a set of Citadel paints and brushes if you intend to color your miniatures.
TIPS FOR BEGINNERS
1. Check out second-hand sales – A great source for hobbyists on budget.
2. Start small – Buy a Start Collecting! box instead of a massive army.
3. Learn from mistakes – Don’t get discouraged by initial losses.
4. Paint your way – Go wild with your imagination while painting your miniatures.
5. Play for fun – Enjoyment should be the key purpose, not competition.
RESSOURCES UTILES
For community support and further learning, check out forums like TGA.Community or the Age of Sigmar subreddit. YouTube is an excellent resource where you can find painting guides, game strategies, and lore discussions on channels like “Warhammer TV”. The AoS app has a wealth of useful content, including free rules and a complete unit library.
GLOSSAIRE : EXPLICATION DES TERMES COURANTS
1. Battletome: A book featuring in-depth background, lore, and rules for a specific faction.
2. Hero Phase: The phase in which spells are cast and certain abilities used.
3. Start Collecting!: A discounted box of miniatures designed to start or supplement an army.
4. Warhammer TV: Official YouTube channel from Games Workshop providing painting guides and game strategies.
5. BattleScribe: A tool used for building and managing army lists.
LES PROCHAINES ÉTAPES : QUE FAIRE À PARTIR DE MAINTENANT ?
The best way to learn is by doing – find a local game store, grab a Start Collecting! box and dive right in. There’s a community of friendly, passionate gamers ready to welcome you into the world of Age of Sigmar. Remember, everyone starts somewhere, and every pro was once a beginner. So get started, because the lands of the realms await! Enjoy the journey and make it YOUR game.
