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Hi guys,
The first miniatures wargame from Mongoose Publishing, Mighty Armies, faces its official launch this week!
Mighty Armies revolves around a simple concept - one box set (priced at $24.95) will contain everything you need to begin playing the game. This means you will get dice, a measuring aid, an army reference card, a complete rulebook, plus an entire army (of 45-60 miniatures, depending on the force chosen). Just add a lick of paint on the miniatures, and you are off!
The game itself represents fantasy warbands fighting for supremacy on the battlefield, using highly detailed 15mm scale miniatures. Quick and easy to learn rules hide a wealth of tactical options plus the ever present fog of war that ensures there will always be times when your troops refuse to do exactly what you tell them! Different races and different troop types have very different effects on the battlefield, and toying with different army compositions beyond the main box sets will keep any General on his toes.
You will be able to learn the basics of Mighty Armies within ten minutes and very soon, your games will be completed within half an hour, making it perfect for gaming clubs and mini-tournaments - or even as some light relief between the 'heavier' wargames.
The first two Mighty Armies box sets represent two classic foes - the Barbarian Warband and the Orc Horde, and we have certainly made sure both are fit to burst with miniatures. The Barbarian box set contains a King, Shaman (both with bodyguards), Warriors, Archers and Elk-drawn Chariots. The Orcs, meanwhile, enjoy Hordes, Archers, Black Orcs, Goblins, and Wolf-Riders, all led by a ruthless Warlord.
In a couple of weeks time, we will be releasing expansion blister packs for both of these forces, increasing the tactical options available to Generals, as well as giving players access to some seriously 'cool' units. The Barbarians will be getting reinforcements in the shape of blood-crazed Berserkers and the mighty War Mammoth, while Orc players will be delighted with the Hydra Tamer and the Giant Trebuchet. In just a month's time, players will be able to have a crack at using the all new Wild Elves. . .
Mighty Armies is fully supported in Mongoose Publishing's own gaming magazine, Signs & Portents. Recently released Issue 11 introduced new spells for the game, while Issue 12 (available in stores next week) features Siege games and a complete campaign system.
The full Mighty Armies range (along with downloadable Army Reference Cards, so you can peruse the forces in great detail) can be found at http://www.mongoosepublishing.com/miniature/series.php?qsSeries=16
The first miniatures wargame from Mongoose Publishing, Mighty Armies, faces its official launch this week!
Mighty Armies revolves around a simple concept - one box set (priced at $24.95) will contain everything you need to begin playing the game. This means you will get dice, a measuring aid, an army reference card, a complete rulebook, plus an entire army (of 45-60 miniatures, depending on the force chosen). Just add a lick of paint on the miniatures, and you are off!
The game itself represents fantasy warbands fighting for supremacy on the battlefield, using highly detailed 15mm scale miniatures. Quick and easy to learn rules hide a wealth of tactical options plus the ever present fog of war that ensures there will always be times when your troops refuse to do exactly what you tell them! Different races and different troop types have very different effects on the battlefield, and toying with different army compositions beyond the main box sets will keep any General on his toes.
You will be able to learn the basics of Mighty Armies within ten minutes and very soon, your games will be completed within half an hour, making it perfect for gaming clubs and mini-tournaments - or even as some light relief between the 'heavier' wargames.
The first two Mighty Armies box sets represent two classic foes - the Barbarian Warband and the Orc Horde, and we have certainly made sure both are fit to burst with miniatures. The Barbarian box set contains a King, Shaman (both with bodyguards), Warriors, Archers and Elk-drawn Chariots. The Orcs, meanwhile, enjoy Hordes, Archers, Black Orcs, Goblins, and Wolf-Riders, all led by a ruthless Warlord.
In a couple of weeks time, we will be releasing expansion blister packs for both of these forces, increasing the tactical options available to Generals, as well as giving players access to some seriously 'cool' units. The Barbarians will be getting reinforcements in the shape of blood-crazed Berserkers and the mighty War Mammoth, while Orc players will be delighted with the Hydra Tamer and the Giant Trebuchet. In just a month's time, players will be able to have a crack at using the all new Wild Elves. . .
Mighty Armies is fully supported in Mongoose Publishing's own gaming magazine, Signs & Portents. Recently released Issue 11 introduced new spells for the game, while Issue 12 (available in stores next week) features Siege games and a complete campaign system.
The full Mighty Armies range (along with downloadable Army Reference Cards, so you can peruse the forces in great detail) can be found at http://www.mongoosepublishing.com/miniature/series.php?qsSeries=16
