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Change [...]counts as having scored all the slain models

remaining Wounds. to [...]score the same amount of
Wounds as the slain model has on its profile. in the last
Page 71 Special Rules, Impact Hits, Resolving Impact
Hits.
Change [...]this rule has no effect. to [...]no Impact Hits
are inflicted.

RULEBOOK paragraph.

Page 54 Loser Takes a Break Test, Steadfast.

Change the first paragraph to If a defeated unit has more
Page 74 Special Rules, Random Movement.
Add If a model has the Random Movement and Swiftstride
special rules (a chariot with Random Movement, for example),
ranks than its enemy, it takes a Break test without applying the then the Swiftstride special rule is not used. to the end of the
Official Update Version 1.7 difference in the combat result scores. Change the fourth first paragraph.
paragraph to Steadfast units dont apply the difference in
Although we strive to ensure that our rulebooks are perfect, Page 36 Spell Resolution, Remains in Play Spells. combat result scores to Break tests. Page 75 Special Rules, Sniper.
sometimes mistakes do creep in. When such issues arise we feel Change [...]at any time[...] to [...] at any time, except for Change A model making a[...] to unless making a Stand
that it is important to deal with them as promptly as we can, magical vortexes which he can only choose to end at the start of Page 55 Combat Reform, Reforming From Victory. and Shoot charge reaction, a model making a[...] at the start
and we therefore produce regular updates for all of our a phase[...] Change the first sentence of the second paragraph to A of the third paragraph.
rulebooks. When changes are made, the version number will be combat reform is essentially a standard reform (page 14), save
updated, and any changes from the previous version will be Page 37 5. Next Spell. for the fact that the centre point of the reformed unit does not Page 77 Special Rules, Skirmishers, Free Reform.
highlighted in Magenta. Where a version number has a letter, Change [...]all his casting attempts[...] to [...]all his have to stay in the same place. Change [...]move, provided[...] to [...]move, even if it
E.g. 1.1a, this means it has had a local update, only in that casting and dispelling attempts[...] in the last sentence. Change [...]is one special restriction[...] to [...]are two marches, provided[...]. Change [...]double its Move value.
language, to clarify a translation issue or other minor special restrictions[...] and change [...]was made[...] to to [...]double its Movement value.
correction. Page 38 Nominate Unit to Shoot, Who Can Shoot? [...]was made, and the unit may not reform in such a way as
Change second bullet point to rallied or declared a charge. to contact a different facing on any enemy unit it is in contact Page 77 Special Rules, Skirmishers, Light Troops.
This update is split into two sections: Errata and Frequently with[...] in the second paragraph. Change [...]zero ranks[...] to [...]zero ranks in
Asked Questions. The Errata corrects any mistakes in the Page 40 Roll To Hit, Moving and Shooting. combat[...].
book while the Frequently Asked Questions (or FAQ) section Change [...]the preceding Movement or Magic phase[...] to Page 60 Multiple Combats and Break Tests, Steadfast.
answers commonly asked questions about the rules. Although [...] this turn[...]. Change [...]can use its unmodified Leadership[...] to Page 79 Special Rules, Ambushers.
you can mark corrections in your rulebook, this is by no means [...]doesnt apply the difference in combat result scores[...]. Change [...]start of the turn[...] to [...]start of his
necessary just keep a copy of the update with your rulebook. Page 41 Roll To Hit, Firing at Long Range. Change both references to [...] any enemy units [...] to [...] turn[...] in the second paragraph.
Change both references of [...]16"[...] to [...]18"[...] and all enemy units [...].
ERRATA change both references of [...]8"[...] to [...]9"[...]. Page 79 Deployment Special Rules, Vanguard.
Page 7 General Principles, Dice. Page 63 Direction of Flight, Brought About by Heavy Change [...]make a 12" move[...] to [...]make a move of
Add: CHOOSING A RANDOM DIRECTION Page 43 Saving Throws. Casualties. up to 12"[...].
Some rules require that you choose a random direction. To do Change the third paragraph to Note that a save of any kind Change [...]from the unit[...] to [...]from the
so, roll the scatter dice, and use the direction indicated by the can never be better than 1+. This does not prevent a model unit/terrain[...]. Page 82 Cavalry, Cavalry and Special Rules.
direction of the arrow. If you roll a Hit!, use the arrow shown having items or special rules that would take the save even Add If the mount has the Fast Cavalry special rule, then the
on the Hit! symbol to determine the direction. lower, it simply caps the saving throw at 1+. Also, remember Page 66 Special Rules, What Special Rules Does It Have. whole model has it. to the list of exceptions.
that a roll of 1 is always a failure. Change [...]the effects of multiple special rules[...] to
Page 9 General Principles, Templates. [...]the effects of different special rules[...]Add However, Page 83 Monstrous Cavalry.
Change the last sentence of the last paragraph to Remember Page 43 Saving Throws, Shields. unless otherwise stated, a model gains no additional benefit In the second paragraph, replace All the cavalry ruleswith
that a models base is counted as being part of the model itself, Add If a model has no armour save apart from a shield, it from having the same special rule multiple times. to the end of one exception monstrous cavalry always use the highest
so as long as any part of the base is under the template gains a 6+ armour save to the end of the second paragraph. the first paragraph. Wounds characteristic with All the cavalry ruleswith
everything is hit. Change the third paragraph to For example: A Dark Rider is two exceptions monstrous cavalry always use the highest
mounted giving it a save of 6+, it also has light armour which Page 66 Special Rules, Always Strikes First. Toughness and Wounds characteristics
Page 24 Compulsory Moves, Rally Fleeing Units. increases its save to 5+. If it also carried a shield, its armour Change [...]re-roll failed misses[...] to [...]re-roll
Change the third sentence of the first paragraph to A unit that save would increase to 4+. misses[...] in the first sentence of the third paragraph. Page 83 Monstrous Cavalry.
has 25% or less of its starting models left can only rally on a Add MONSTROUS SUPPORT
roll of double 1. Page 48 Fight a Round of Close Combat, Dividing Page 69 Special Rules, Extra Attack. Furthermore, the rider of a monstrous cavalry model can make
Attacks. Add Unlike most special rules, the effects of multiple Extra as many supporting attacks as are on its profile, up to a
Page 27 Remaining Moves, Reinforcements. Change []different characteristic profiles, it can[] to Attack special rules are cumulative. maximum of three. to the end of the paragraph.
Add In addition, all the models in the unit must be set up so []different characteristic profiles, or two or more characters
that they are within twice their Movement rate of the battlefield or units with the same characteristic profiles, it can[] Page 69 Special Rules, Fight In Extra Ranks. Page 85 Monstrous Beasts.
edge that they entered from. to the end of the second Add Unlike most special rules, the effects of multiple Fight Add MONSTROUS SUPPORT
paragraph. In Extra Ranks special rules are cumulative. Furthermore, a monstrous beast can make as many supporting
attacks as are on its profile, up to a maximum of three. to the
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Page 91 Weapons, Brace of Pistols. Page 127 Buildings, Abandoning a Building. Reference Section The Lore of Shadow, The Penumbral
Add Requires Two Hands. to the special rules on the profile. Change the second sentence to Place the unit in any desired Pendulum. FAQs
formation, with at least one model of the rear rank 1" away Ignore the first sentence of the second paragraph. This spell Q: What happens when there is a conflict between two magic items
Page 91 Weapons, Two/Additional Hand Weapons. from the building and no model within 1" of the building. does not have a type. or special rules? (p2)
Add Requires Two Hands. to the special rules on the profile. A: Use The Most Important Rule
Page 143 Victory Conditions, Victory Points. Reference Section The Lore of Death, The Purple Sun
Page 93 Command Groups, Champions and Shooting. Change [...]at least twice as many victory points as your of Xereus. Models and Units
Change the third paragraph to The only exceptions to this are opponent - any[...] to [...]at least 100 victory points more Change [...]Any model touched by the template must[...] Q: When a model has a random characteristic value, 3D6 or
attacks that use a template (such as cannons, stone throwers, than your opponent if you score at least twice as many victory to [...]Any model under, or passed over by, the template 2D6+2 for example, can that characteristic go above 10? (p3)
breath weapons, magical vortexes and so on). points as your opponent, then you have achieved a crushing must[...] in the fifth sentence. A: Yes, this is an exception to the usual maximum.
victory! Any[...]
Page 96-97 Characters, Shooting at Lone Characters. Reference Section Magic Items, Paired Weapons. Q: Does a magic item or spell that gives a bonus to a characteristic,
Change [...]five or more models[...] to [...]five or more Reference Section Arcane Creatures. Change the last sentence to: In addition to their other do so bonus for all rules purposes (e.g. the effect of spells,
rank and file models[...] in the second paragraph. Add Large Target to the Special Rules for the Mountain effects, paired weapons have the Extra Attack and the characteristic tests, etc)? (p4)
Chimera and Great Fire Dragon. Requires Two Hands special rules. A: Yes, except for magic weapons or where the description of
Page 101 Leaving A Unit. the item or spell specifically says otherwise.
Add A character may not leave a unit on the same turn that Reference Section Arcane Creatures, Great Fire Dragon. Reference Section Arcane Items.
they join it. to the end of the fourth paragraph. Change [...](Strength 5)[...] to [...](Strength 5, Flaming Add STAFF OF SORCERY 35 points Q: Does a weapon that gives a bonus to a characteristic only give
Attacks)[...]. The bearer receives a +1 bonus on attempts to dispel. that bonus when being used to attack a model?(p4)
Page 105 Character Mounts, Monstrous Cavalry Mount. A: Most weapons, including magic weapons, state when the
Add even if he is riding a monstrous beast with only one Reference Section Daemons of Chaos. Reference Section Arcane Items, Power Scroll. bonus is given. For example, a model with the Fencers
Wound to the end of the last sentence of the first paragraph. Add: Change to POWER SCROLL 35 points Blades will always have Weapon Skill 10 whilst a model with
One use only. A Power Scroll can be used when the Wizard a great weapon will only have +2 Strength when striking an
Page 107 The General, Inspiring Presence. M WS BS S T W I A Ld Type makes a casting attempt. During that casting attempt, the enemy in close combat. When a weapon does not say when
Change within 12" use his Leadership instead to within 12" Seekers of Slaanesh 6 5 0 3 3 1 5 2 7 Ca casting value of the spell is halved. You cannot choose to the characteristic bonus applies, then it only applies when
may use his Leadership instead Steed of Slaanesh 10 3 0 3 3 1 5 1 7 - boost a spell when using the Power Scroll. striking, or being struck, in close combat.
Bloodcrusher of
Page 107 The Battle Standard Bearer. Khorne 5 5 0 6 4 2 4 2 7 MC Reference Section Enchanted Items, Wizarding Hat. General Principles
Add If a Battle Standard Bearer is in a unit that Refuses a Juggernaut 7 5 0 5 4 1 2 2 7 - Change [...]randomly chosen spell[...] to [...]randomly Q: Can I measure distances and ranges at any time and for any
Challenge and is subsequently moved to the rear of its unit, it chosen Battle Magic[...] reason? (p6)
loses the Hold Your Ground rule until the end of the turn. Reference Section The Lore of Metal, Gehennas Golden A: Yes.
Note, however, that if the Battle Standard Bearer has a magic Hounds. Reference Section Armour Saves.
standard its effects continue to apply as normal (it cannot be Change [...](representing his comrades defending him from Add Shield 6+ Q: Is a model considered to be in base contact with itself? (var)
switched on or off). the hounds)[...] to [...], as long as the unit consists of five or Mounted + Shield 5+ A: No.
more rank and files models[...]
Page 109 Shooting with War Machines. Reference Section Casting Summary. Q: If a model is granted a re-roll To Hit from a special rule such
Change Unless specified otherwise, all war machine Reference Section The Lore of Light, Bironas Timewarp. Change [...]beats[...] to [...]equals or beats[...] as Hatred but the model they are attacking has a special rule,
weapons to Unless specified otherwise, all weapons in this Change [...]Movement[...] to [...]Movement magic item etc. that forces successful To Hit rolls to be re-rolled,
section (and all other weapons mounted on war machines) Allowance[...] Reference Section Spell Types, Augment/Needs line of how is this dealt with? (p7)
sight? A: They cancel each other out and no re-rolls are made for as
Page 112 Cannons, Choosing a Target. Reference Section The Lore of Life, Regrowth. Change Y to N long as both special rules are in effect.
Change [...]pivot in the Movement phase[...] to [...]pivot Change [...]models slain[...] to [...]wounds lost[...]Each
in the Shooting phase[...] in the last sentence of the first cavalry model recovered in this way counts as 2 Wounds lost Reference Section Spell Types, Hex/Needs line of Q: How should a template be held or placed above a unit or the
paragraph. earlier in the battle, not 1" in the second sentence. sight? battlefield? (p9)
Change Y to N A: It should be as close to the battlefield or unit as possible,
Page 114 Stone Throwers, Firing a Stone Thrower. Reference Section Lore of Shadow, Smoke and Mirrors. trying to gain an advantage by doing otherwise simply isnt in
Change [...]place it anywhere completely within the war In the last sentence change []friendly character[] to the spirit of the game!
machines line of sight,[...] to [...]place it anywhere with the []friendly non-fleeing character[]. AMENDMENTS
central hole within the war machines line of sight,[...] in the None. Q: Will a unit automatically pass a characteristic test if any model
first sentence. Reference Section The Lore of Shadow, Okkams in the unit has the ability to do so? (p10)
Mindrazor. A: No, every model in the unit must have the ability to
Page 119 Forests, Forests and Movement. Change [...]when rolling To Wound with[...] to automatically pass the characteristic test for the unit to pass it
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Q. For characteristic tests, is the best value in the unit always used? Magic Q: When targeting a unit with a small or large round template, Q: Are units that move through the template for a magical vortex
(p10) Q: What happens if a Wizard loses one or more Wizard levels? must the whole template be within the maximum range of the spell? affected by it? (p36)
A. If the unit is required to take a characteristic test, the best (p28) (p31) A: Yes.
value in the unit is used. If every model in a unit is required to A: Whenever a Wizard loses one or Wizard levels, he instantly A: No, the hole in the centre of the template must be within
take a characteristic test, then each model uses its own best forgets a single spell for each Wizard level lost, chosen at range. Q: Does a remains in play spell end if the Wizard who cast it has
value instead. random from those he knows. his Wizard level reduced to 0 or if he forgets the spell? (p36)
Q: Can magical vortex spells be used in such a way that they affect A: No.
Q: If a unit taking a Leadership test has a modifier to its Q: Can a model lose Wizard levels granted by a magic item? (p28) friendly models? (p31)
Leadership, will this modifier still apply if the unit uses the A: Yes. A: Yes. Q: If I am dispelling a boosted remains in play spell, what value do
Generals Leadership, because of the Inspiring Presence special rule I need to beat to dispel it? (p36)
for example? (p10) Q: Can Bound Spells be forgotten if a Wizard loses a Wizard level? Q: Can models choose to voluntarily move into/through a magical A: You will need to beat the basic casting value of the spell
A: Yes. (p28) vortex? (p31) (not the boosted casting value).
A: No. If a model has loses a Wizard level and has a selection A: No.
Q: Does a unit that has a LD of 0 or - automatically fail of normal and bound spells, do not include the bound spells Q: If a bound spell is from a Lore of Magic with a lore attribute,
Leadership tests? (p10) when randomising which are forgotten. Q: What happens to models that are forced to move into / through a will the successful casting of the bound spell also trigger the lore
A: Yes. magical vortex due to Compulsory Movement or other such effects? attribute? (p37)
Q: If a Wizard has had his level reduced to 0 does he still counts as (p31) A: Yes. It is worth noting that some lore attributes effects targets the
Q: When taking a Leadership test, sometimes you have to take it on a Wizard and can he still attempt to channel Power and Dispel A: As soon as the unit makes contact with the Magical Vortex Wizard casting the spell. In the case of Bound Spells it will target
your unmodified Leadership. What is your unmodified Leadership? dice? (p28) it suffers the full effects of the spell (in the case of a spell that whoever is casting the spell instead. Shooting
(p10) A: Yes. affects all models hit, every model whose base would pass
A: Your unmodified Leadership is the highest Leadership into/through the vortex is affected by the spell). Surviving Q: What will the To Hit modifier be for shooting at a unit in a
characteristic in the unit. So the Leadership from any Q: Do dice that have been removed from the pool to cast a spell still models are then placed 1
beyond the template and their building with the Skirmishers special rule? (p40)
characters in the unit itself (but not from outside the unit, from count against the power limit? (p30) movement ends. A: It will be -3 in total. -2 for being in hard cover and -1 for
Inspiring Presence for example) with a higher Leadership can A: Yes. They count against the power limit until the moment having the Skirmishers special rule.
be used unless specifically stated otherwise. they are rolled, at which point they are used up and no longer Q: Do bonus power dice, which are added to those taken from the
count against the power limit. power pool when a Wizard casts a spell, count when working out if Q: When hits, other than from shooting and close combat attacks, are
Movement a spell fails due to the Not Enough Power rule? (p32) inflicted upon a unit how are these hits resolved? (p42)
Q: When a unit is wheeling, do you measure the distance moved by Q: If I have a special rule that generates power or dispel dice at that A: Yes, regardless of when these dice are added. The A: As per the Resolving Unusual Attacks box. Note that all
the outside model of the front rank? (p14) doesnt state when they are added or specifies they are added at the exception to this rule is that it does not include any dice that hits resolved in this way will count as shooting attacks for
A: Yes. start of the Magic phase, when are these dice added to the pool?(p30) are secially stated as not being power dice (such as Night working out who is hit.
A: They are added after rolling for the Winds of Magic but Goblins Magic Mushroom dice).
Q: Once a unit has declared a Flee! charge reaction, or if it is before any casting attempts have been made. Q: Do special rules that can inflict hits in close combat, such as
already fleeing at the start of the movement phase, must it declare Q: Some magical items and special rules cause a miscast to occur on Stomp and Breath Weapons, count as close combat attacks? (p42)
and resolve a Flee! charge reaction for every subsequent charge Q: Can I use more than 12 power or dispel dice in a phase even casting rolls other than that of a double six. For example, you might A: No they count as an unusual attack and will be distributed
declared against it that turn? (p17) though the pool is limited to 12? (p30) have to roll on the Miscast table if you roll any double. When this as a shooting attack.
A: Yes. A: Yes. While the pool can never contain more than 12 power occurs, is the spell still cast? (p34)
or dispel dice at any one time, some abilities can generate more A: Yes, as long as the casting value is met. Q: When a unit has multiple toughness values or armour saves do
Q: If multiple units have declared a charge against a unit that has dice part way through a Magic phase. you use the value of the majority or in the case of a tie, the best (p42,
chosen a Flee! Charge response, can they all attempt to redirect their Q: Is damage caused by a miscast counted as a spell? Can a model 43)?
charge if there is another viable target in range? (p18) Q: If a Wizard has had his level reduced to 0 and he still knows with Magic Resistance add it to its ward save against it? (p34) A: Yes, unless specified otherwise.
A: Yes. The controlling player chooses in which order to try one or more spells, can he attempt to cast them? (p31) A: No to both questions.
and redirect his charging units. A: No. Q: A war machine is wounded by a hit with the Multiple Wounds
Q: Can there ever be more than one attempt at dispelling a spell per special rule. Is the number of Wounds lost limited to 1? (p45)
Q: If I can only maximise the number of models fighting by Q: Do ranged direct damage spells that use a template have to target magic phase? Can a Wizard use a scroll if it isnt allowed to make a A: No.
contacting another enemy unit, must I declare a charge against that an enemy unit? (p31) dispel attempt, for example the spell was cast with irresistible force
unit? (p20) A: Yes, the template must be placed over the target enemy unit. or the wizard has previously failed to dispel a spell that turn? (p35) Close Combat
A: No. A: No to both questions. Q: Does a model with a shield get the armour save bonus in combat
Q: Can direct damage spells be used in such a way that they affect if it cant use it? For example it is using a weapon that requires two
Q: Can a fleeing model dispel spells or use magic items? (p24) friendly models? (p31) Q: If a magical vortex ends its move over a unit it is placed 1" hands? (p43)
A: No. A: No. A direct damage spell cant be used in a way that beyond the unit. If this is also over a unit should it be placed 1" A: No.
deliberately affects a friendly model (though they may end up beyond that unit, repeating the process until it is not touching any
Q: Can a unit near or on the board edge pivot (or wheel) so that scattering onto a friendly model and affecting it in that way). models? When this happens, I assume models between where the Q: When a model has multiple pieces of armour are the armour
part of the unit (or its base) is temporarily off of the board? (p27) magical vortex ended its move and where the template is placed are saves always combined?(p43)
A: Yes, though it is not allowed to end its movement with part not affected by the spell? (p36) A: Yes.
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Q: Usually models are removed from the rear rank in combat when Q: What are magical attacks? (p68) Q: When the models in a unit with the Monster and Handlers Q: If I have a unit of 20 archers, 5 files wide and 4 ranks deep,
slain. However if a model has to be removed from a fighting rank as A: All attacks made by spells and magic items are considered special rule have different Movement Allowances, which one decides how many shots would I get using the Volley Fire special rule?
there are no others to replace them for example a unit champion or to be magical attacks, as are all attacks that are specifically how far the unit can move? (p73) Would it be 15 (first two ranks plus half of the remaining models,
character will another model immediately fill the gap? (p51) noted as being magical attacks. Shots fired from magical items A: The monsters Movement Allowance is used. rounding up) or 16 (first two ranks plus half of each rank, rounding
A: Yes. are also considered to be magical attacks, unless their up)?(p78)
description specifically states otherwise. Hits inflicted by rolls Q: If a Monster and Handlers unit is required to take a Leadership A:15 shots.
Q: When a unit flees directly away from another, does this mean on the Miscast table are treated as magical attacks. test, which Leadership value can you use? (p73)
that you turn the unit about its centre, so that it will flee directly A: You must use the highest. Q: When a unit fires using the Volley Fire special rule and not all of
away from the centre of the unit it is fleeing from? (p57) Q: When moving Fast Cavalry or Skirmishers, should I measure the unit can shoot, do you work out how many models can shoot in
A: Yes. from the location of each model before it moves and place it anywhere Q: When a unit with the Monster and Handlers special rule takes the third and subsequent ranks and then halve the result, rounding
within its Movement Allowance (or double its Movement Allowance an unsaved Wound from a template or from a weapon/ability that up? (p78)
Q: If a unit charges into combat and, on the turn it charges, the last if it is marching) ? (p68, 77) can pick out its target; do you still roll a D6 to see if the Wound is A: Yes.
of the enemy unit it is fighting are removed as casualties due to A: Yes. Except when there is a unit or impassable terrain in inflicted upon the monster or its handlers? (p73)
Daemonic Instability, the Unstable special rule, Cornered Rats or as the way, the distance moved must include the distance A: Yes you do unless specifically stated otherwise in the units Q: Must units with the Vanguard deployment special rule be moved
a result of a War Machine failing its Break test, does the charging required to move around these obstacles. special rules. before the roll to see who gets the first turn? (p79)
unit get to make an Overrun move? (p58). A: Yes.
A: No. Q: Do all forms of Flaming Attacks cause Fear in war beasts, Q: Does pivoting on the spot count as movement for the purposes of
cavalry and chariots? (p69) units, other than war machines, with the Move or Fire rule?(p73) Q: Units that are deployed as Scouts or make a Vanguard move are
Q: If I charge an enemy and they are wiped out before the Close A: Yes, any model that has a Flaming Attack will cause Fear. A: Yes. not allowed to charge if they get the first turn. Does this also stop
Combat phase, can I choose to either Overrun or Reform From This includes unit upgrades, models that only have ranged them from charging in the Magic phase? (p79)
Victory? If I can, when does this occur? (p58) flaming attacks and even Wizards with spells that cause Q: Do Poisoned Attacks that wound automatically on a To Hit roll A: Yes.
A: Yes. This occurs at the start of the Close Combat phase Flaming Attacks. of 5+ or better still need to hit to cause a Wound?(p73)
before any blows have been struck. A: Yes. Q: Do units that are deployed as Scouts count toward determining
Q: If a Frenzied unit has a magic item that could increase the who finished deploying their army first? (p79)
Panic distance it could charge, or allow a failed charge to be re-rolled, must Q: Does a Random Move count as a normal move for triggering a A: No.
Q: If a unit fails a Panic test brought about by heavy casualties, and it use the item? (p70) Dangerous Terrain test? (p74)
there is nothing to flee from (for example the damage caused by a A: No. A: Yes, unless the model is making a charge, pursuit or flee Q: Must a unit with Frenzy that is in charge range of an enemy
miscast from a Wizard in the unit) in which direction should the move, in which case it counts as a move of the appropriate unit on the first turn of the game, take a Leadership test due to
unit flee? (p63) Q: Does Killing Blow work against a mounted character regardless type. Berserk Rage if it deployed as Scouts or made a Vanguard move?
A: Pivot the unit on the spot (ignoring other units) so that it is of what he is mounted on? (p72) (p79)
facing directly away from the closest enemy unit. A: Yes, as long as the character would count as an infantry Q: Do Stomp or Thunderstomp hits benefit from any other special A: No. A Frenzied unit only takes a Leadership test due to
model if it wasnt mounted. rules, equipment or magic items of the model that inflicts the hits? Berserk Rage if it can charge. As it is not allowed to charge,
Special Rules (p76) there is no need to take the test.
Q: Are upgrades bought for characters from army specific lists which Q: If a war machine is attacked by a model with the Heroic Killing A: No.
arent magic items or equipment (such as Vampiric Powers or Blow special rule, and the attacker rolls a 6 to wound, are all Q: If a character is deployed as part of a unit with the Vanguard
Deamonic Gifts) special rules? (p66) remaining wounds on the war machine lost? (p72) Q: When a model has multiple profiles and the Stomp or special rule, can that unit still make its Vanguard move? (p79).
A: Yes, unless specifically stated otherwise in an entry. A: Yes. Thunderstomp special rule, which profile is used to determine the A: If the character in question has the Vanguard special rule as
Strength of the hit(s)? (p76) well, then yes, they may. Otherwise, no, the characters
Q: Do Breath Weapon hits benefit from any other special rules, Q: If a model with the Loremaster special rule suffers a Power A: You always use the mounts profile. presence prevents the unit from using Vanguard.
equipment or magic items of the model that inflicts the hits? (p67) Drain result from the Miscast table, do they lose spells as normal?
A: No. (p72) Q: What constitutes an action for models that have failed a Stupidity Troop Types
A: Yes. test? For example could a character with a Healing Potion drink Q: Can a Chariot move backwards and sideways? (p86)
Q: Does a model with the Ethereal special rule still have to take a it?(p76) A: Yes.
Leadership test see if it is affected by Stupidity, or to march if an Q: When a Monster and Handlers unit suffers a Wound from an A: Everything counts as an action so if you have failed your
enemy is within 8" (as failing may slow its move)? (p68) attack that causes Multiple Wounds, is the multiplier applied after Stupidity test you can do nothing at all apart from bimble Q: Where there are references to monstrous infantry/cavalry/beasts
A: Yes to both questions. rolling to see who is wounded? (p73) forwards the compulsory D6". does this mean just monstrous infantry, monstrous cavalry and
A: Yes. monstrous beasts (and not ordinary cavalry and beasts)? (various)
Q: If a model with the Ethereal and Unstable special rules loses Q: Can a unit that has failed a Stupidity test be forced to move, or A: Yes.
combat, does it suffer an extra Wound for every point it lost combat Q: If a Monster and Handlers unit is required to take a perform any other action, by a spell, or other special rule/magic item?
by? (p68) characteristic test, which values can you use? (p73) (p76) Weapons
A: Yes. A: You can only use the monsters characteristics; the handlers A: Yes. Q: If a model gets a Strength bonus in the first round of combat does
are ignored for this purpose. this mean it only receives the bonus once per battle? And does it
receive the bonus against a new enemy that charges it while it is
already fighting in an ongoing combat? (p90)
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Q: Does the Look Out Sir special rule apply against all spells Q: Must a character be moved to the front rank of a unit as soon Q: Can a model in a challenge direct his attacks against an enemy Q: Can a model move within an inch of a building without
that use templates? (p93) as a space becomes available? (p100) characters chariot or monstrous mount? (p102) garrisoning it? (p126)
A: Yes. A: Yes. A: Yes. A: No.

Command Groups Q: Can a character move through a unit he has joined when he Q: Can models not in a challenge direct attacks against the mount Q: Does a unit garrisoning a building count as having any ranks
Q: Can a Standard Bearer use a weapon that requires two hands? leaves it (i.e. can he leave through the side or rear of the unit, of a character that is in a challenge? (p103) at any point? (p126)
Can he use an additional hand weapon? (p94) measuring the move from his starting position)? (p101) A: No. A. No.
A: Yes to both questions. A: Yes.
Q: Can a monster and its rider both shoot in the same shooting Q: If a Wizard, in a unit in a building, miscasts and rolls a
Characters Q: If a unit containing one or more characters has had its phase? (p105) Dimensional Cascade or Calamitous Detonation result, is the
Q: Does a character have a troop type? If yes, do all of the rules Movement Allowance altered, will this affect a character leaving A: Yes. Additionally, if there are multiple riders they can Wizard always one of the D6 models hit? (p127)
that apply to that troop type apply to the character? And will the the unit, including if he tries to charge out of it? (p101) each shoots A. Yes.
character be affected by special attacks or spells that affect that A: Yes, but for that move only.
troop type? (p96) Q: Does a ridden monster benefit from any ward save that its Q: What happens if a unit that is assaulting a building is itself
A: Yes to all questions. Q: At what point after a unit has been wiped out do any rider possesses or vice versa? (p105) charged? (p127)
characters remaining count as having left the unit? (p101) A: No. A: The assault on the building is abandoned (move the unit
Q: Do lone characters get a Look Out, Sir roll against Impact A: As soon as the last model from the unit has been that was assaulting the building backward 1") The two units
Hits if there is a friendly unit consisting of five or more models of removed, any remaining characters will count as a new unit. Q If a Battle Standard Bearer has to be placed in the second outside the building are now engaged in combat instead and
the characters troop type within 3? (p96) Note that this will cause Panic tests to all friendly units rank of a unit due to there being no space for them in the units will fight a round of combat this turn.
A: Yes. within 6" (including the newly formed unit of character(s)) first rank, do the effects of the battle standard still apply? (p107)
as the unit has been destroyed. A Yes. Q: Can a character that was not one of the ten models chosen to
Q: If a character is required to join a unit and all units are take part in a building assault be one of the models that step up to
required to test to see if they are held in reserve or moved on from Q: Can a character or champion that is part of the crew of a war Q If a Battle Standard Bearer who has a magic standard has to replace casualties suffered in the assault? (p128)
a board edge at the start of a turn, how is this resolved? (p97) machine issue or accept a challenge? (p102) be placed in the second rank of a unit due to there being no space A: No, he is far too busy convincing his soldiers to take his
A: Before rolling for any units you must nominate which A: No. for them in the units front rank, do the effects of the magic place in the assault to get involved himself.
unit each character that is required to join a unit is going to standard still apply? (p107)
be deployed with and then roll once to determine if they all Q: After accepting a challenge must the challenged model always A Yes. Q: If a unit that can cast spells as a Wizard (for example Pink
turn up or all are delayed. For example a Skaven army with a move into base contact with the enemy model that issued the Horrors of Tzeentch) is within 3
of a Wizards Tower, does the
Grey Seer on a Screaming Bell is playing against an Orc & challenge? (p102) War Machines unit know all of the spell from its chosen lore(s) while it controls
Goblin army with Skarsnik. The Grey Seer would have to A: If the challenged model is on his own then he must move the tower as if it were a Wizard? (p131)
nominate which unit of Clanrats or Stormvermin he is into base contact. If the challenged model is in a unit he Q: Does a bolt thrower require two or more crew remaining to A: Yes.
joining before any rolls are made to see which units are must move as long as it does not require leaving his unit. fire? (p111)
delayed by Skarsnik. Where it is not possible for base contact to be made then A: No. Choosing Your Army
leave the models where they are and simply assume that the Q: Its not uncommon for special rules or spells to beneficially affect
Q: If a Wizard casts a spell that targets him then leaves the unit, two models are in base contact. Battlefield Terrain models of a certain type. If my opponents army also has such
will the spell remain on both the Wizard and the unit? (p97) Q: When does the affect of an augment or hex spell end if it is models, can they be affected too? What about allied units on my
A: No, once the Wizard has left the unit it will only target Q: If, for any reason, a character involved in a challenge ceases cast by a River of Light? And what happens if a spell cast by a own side? (p132 & p136)
him. If he subsequently joins another unit, or rejoins the unit to count as a character before the challenge ends (for example, if River of Light affects a units ability to move? (p120) A: Special rules and spells such as this only ever affect
he has left, while the spell is still in play then they will benefit a Chaos model was under the effects of Call To Glory and the A: Augment and hex spells last until the start of the Magic friendly units from their own army, and will not affect enemy
from the spell. spell was ended part way through the challenge) what happens? phase in their sides next turn the spell does not end in the or allied units that happen to be in range.
(p102) Magic phase immediately after the Movement phase when it
Q: Can characters change position inside a unit as part of a A: Complete the challenge as normal this turn. The model was triggered. Any movement effects will not apply until the Q: Do I have to show my opponent my army roster at the start of
normal move?(p97) which has ceased to be a character must use its non-character units next Movement phase they do not affect movement a battle, or can I wait until the end of the game, which means I
A: Yes, as long as they end up in the rank closest to the front (and thus probably much reduced) stat-line from the on the turn they are triggered. only need to reveal things like which magic items my characters
of the unit that has a space in. It is also worth remembering moment the spell ends. At the end of the round of close have taken when I first use them? (p132)
that even if only the character moves the whole unit will combat the challenge automatically ends. Q: If a cavalry, monstrous cavalry or chariot unit charges a unit A: If you think this may be an issue, discuss it with your
count as moving that turn. Having a belligerent officer barge touching the other side of an obstacle how many models need to take opponent before the game starts. Some players prefer full
his way through the unit is not conducive to a good round of Q: If a model with a Breath Weapon, Stomp or Thunderstomp is a dangerous terrain test ? (p123) disclosure at the start of the battle, while others prefer to wait
shooting! in a challenge, can these attacks hit models not in the A: Any model touching the obstacle must test. until the battle has finished before revealing their roster. It is
challenge?(p102) for you and your opponent to decide which method you
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Fighting a Warhammer Battle Q: If we are using an alternative terrain feature in the Q: As a standard is lost once its bearer has been killed how does Q: If a character tries to leave a unit that is affected by the Net of
Q: Can I deploy a unit in Impassable terrain? (p142) Watchtower scenario (a hill or forest for example) how do we this affect the number of models that can be resurrected by Amyntok (or another similar spell or ability such as a
A: No. decide who has control of it? (p150) Regrowth? For example a unit of 20 Halberdiers have been Fulminating Flame Cage) including if he tries to charge out of it,
A: The terrain feature will count as controlled by whichever reduced to 10 models and have lost their standard bearer, can they is he required to take a Strength test? Also, if the test is failed, will
Q: Can I deploy in Dangerous terrain? What happens to the side has a unit on/inside it. If it is unoccupied, the side with now be increased back to 20 models? (Reference) any resulting damage hit only the character? (Reference)
deployed unit if I do? (p142) a unit closest will count as controlling it. If more than one A: The unit can still be increased back to 20 models. You A: Yes to both question. Though it is worth noting that a
A: Yes. Nothing happens to the unit. side has a unit on/inside the terrain feature or they are can resurrect the model that was carrying the standard as a test is not required if he leaves without moving, through the
equidistant from the terrain feature, use victory points to rank and file model. Smoke and Mirrors lore attribute for example.
Q: How do I deploy in Mysterious terrain? (p142) determine the winner.
A: Place one model from the unit in the terrain feature, then Q: Does the Roiling Skies Lore Attribute require you to Q: Does Bironas Timewarp affect units with the Random
roll to see what type of terrain it is, then deploy the rest of The Lores of Magic successfully cast the spell before its effect can be applied?(Reference) Movement or other movement special rules? (Reference)
the models in a legal formation and finally resolve any effects Q: Do I get to use Magic Resistance against Wounds caused by A: Yes. A: Yes, however far they can normally move, it will be
the terrain has. Note that deploying the unit counts as lore attributes? (Reference) doubled. For example, a unit with the Random Movement
entering the terrain, but it does not count as moving. A: Yes. Q: What happens if a unit in a building is the target of Wind (2D6) special rule rolls a 9. This would then be doubled to
Blast? (reference) 18.
Q: Some special rules, magic items etc. have an effect at the Q: If a unit is augmented by Phas Protection how does this A: They are considered unable to move and suffer D6
beginning of the battle, or before the game starts. When should these interact with Shooting attacks that do not specifically target a unit? Strength 3 hits. Q: Is a flying unit that is hit by Comet of Casandora also
effects take place? (143) For example a cannon or stone thrower shot? (Reference) affected by the Roiling Skies lore attribute? (Reference)
A: After both armies are deployed and any Deployment A: Fire the shot as normal. If the template ends up over any Q. Once the damage has been resolved from the Comet of A: Yes.
special rules have occurred but before the roll for first turn. models in a unit that have been augmented by Phas Casandora striking on a roll of 4+, are all markers removed and
Protection roll a D6. On a 4+ the entire shot is discounted. does the spell end? (Reference) Q: If a unit with the Fly or Hover special rule has its Movement
Q: If I kill a character but not their mount, do I score victory A: Yes. reduced by Melkoths Mystifying Miasma, does this affect its
points for just the character, the character and their mount, or Q: If a Wizard casts Throne of Vines with Irresistible Force do ground movement, flying movement or both? (Reference)
must I kill the mount too in order to score any victory points? they get to ignore the miscast on a 2+ as the miscast occurs after Q: Can Chain Lightning leap onto a unit engaged in close A: It will affect both.
(p143) the spell is cast? (Reference) combat? (Reference)
A: You must kill the character and his mount to score any A: Yes. A: Yes. Magic Items
victory points. Q: If the General is in a unit with the Standard of Discipline will
Q: If a Wizard has Throne of Vines cast upon himself and Q. If an enemy unit is affected by the Doom and Darkness spell, he gain +1 Leadership and then be able to pass it onto his unit
Q: Some models can be created by spells or special rules during subsequently casts another spell from the Lore of Life, it gains and the unit is within the generals Inspiring Presence radius, does (because he is in it) as well as other units in range of the Inspiring
the game. Are such units worth any victory points if destroyed? additional benefits. Are these additional benefits lost if Throne of the Leadership value conferred by Inspiring Presence suffer the Presence special rule? (Reference)
(p143) Vines is then dispelled? (reference) modifier even if the General is not affected? (Reference) A: Yes.
A: No, unless their rules specifically say otherwise. A: No. As long as a spell is cast while Throne of Vines is in A: Yes.
play then the spell gains the additional benefits until the spell Q: Can a Wizard, who has had his Wizard level reduced to 0,
Q: When players roll off to see who deploys first, gets the first turn ends. Q: When the Transformation of Kadon transforms a Wizard still use any arcane items that he has? (Reference)
etc. must the winner deploy first, take the first turn etc.? (p144- into a monster with a Breath wWeapon, how often can he use that A: Yes.
150) Q: Certain spells, most notably Regrowth from the Lore of Life, Breath Weapon? (Reference)
A: Yes, unless is specifically states that they get to choose. allow you to resurrect models that have been killed or even add A: A Wizard can use the Breath Weapon up to once each Q: What happens if Sivejirs Hex Scroll is used against a spell
extra models to a unit. What happens if some or all of the models time he has successfully cast the spell (whilst he is still cast by a model without a Wizard level? (Reference)
Q: During the random deployment on a Dawn Attack mission, added to a unit do not fit at the back? (Reference) transformed of course!). A: Nothing, the scroll only works against models with a
what happens if a unit is unable to deploy where the Deployment A: Any models that do not have space to be placed at the Wizard level.
table says it must, because it will not fit for example? (p145) back of the unit are lost. If, for example, your unit has been Q: If a model is transformed, for example by the Transformation
A: The unit is placed in reserve and will enter play in the charged in its rear facing then you would be able to complete of Kadon or Sivejirs Hex Scroll, do their special rules stop Q: If a unit with missile weapons has the Razor Standard, do
first turn using the rules for reinforcements on page 27. the back rank and any excess models are lost. working along with their magic items and equipment?(Reference) their shooting attacks have the Armour Piercing special rule?
A: No (Reference)
Q. If the watchtower is destroyed in the Watchtower scenario, Q: If models are resurrected in a unit that has charged that turn, A: No.
what victory conditions are used? (p150) do the resurrected models count as having charged? (Reference) Q: Can spells that pick out individual models, even if they are in a
A: The closest unit to the centre of the rubble where the A: No, but remember that the unit will still count as having unit, choose what is hit when targeting a model with multiple Q: Can an army include more than one of the same magic item
watchtower once stood is the winner. charged when working out the combat result. locations? For example The Fate of Bjuna is cast at an Orc (for example the Dispel Scroll)? (Reference)
Warboss on a Wyvern, the caster can choose to target the Warboss A: No.
or the Wyvern and it will be resolved against the Toughness of the
target. (Reference)
A: Yes.

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Q: What happens if a magic item is destroyed by any means?
(Reference)
A: All of the rules, bonuses, etc. granted by that magic item
are lost, and have no further effect on the battle.

Q: Can Fozzriks Folding Fortress be destroyed by spells or

special rule that destroy magic items? (Reference)
A: Only if the spell or special rule activates before it is
placed.

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