We have been analyzing the previews, refreshing the Warhammer Community page, and talking shop over the miniature tables for months. The wait is finally over. The 11th Edition of Warhammer 40,000 officially arrives this Saturday, June 20, and it's kicking off with the staggering Armageddon boxed set.
Whatever you're looking to do, this box can provide it to you. Are you looking to start a brand new hobby? Maybe you're a veteran wargamer and just want to strip the box for its incredible value! This launch is a massive milestone for the tabletop community right here in Sandusky.
Let's take a closer look at what makes this box a necessary addition to your "pile of potential."
The Angels of Death vs. The Green Tide
Launch boxes live and die by their sculpts, and Games Workshop has absolutely delivered. The Blood Angels half of the box brings the heavy, tactical durability you expect from the Adeptus Astartes. The 10-man Intercessor squad provides the perfect objective-holding backbone, while the inclusion of the Redemptor Dreadnought offers an immediate, terrifying centerpiece for your firing line. The exclusive Captain in Gravis Armor is the real prize here, boasting a dynamic pose that will stand out in any display cabinet or swarm of enemies.
Across the crater, the Ork half is pure, chaotic aggression. The new Ork Warboss sculpt is a masterpiece of scrap-tech engineering, wielding a power claw that looks like it was ripped straight from a destroyed tank. Flanked by a tide of 20 Ork Boyz and a brutal Deff Dread, this part of the box is heavily tailored for players who want to scream "Waaagh!" and push all their plastic straight into the center of the board on turn two.
Streamlined Slaughter: The 11th Edition Pivot
Beyond the plastic, the biggest draw of the Armageddon box is the exclusive Core Rulebook. 11th Edition is bringing some highly anticipated changes to the tabletop.
The bloat of the previous edition has been trimmed down. We are seeing cleaned-up terrain footprints that remove the headache of objective circle arguments, alongside a vastly streamlined combat phase that keeps the game moving at a brutal, satisfying pace. If you have been taking a break from the grimdark future, this ruleset is designed to be the cleanest jumping-on point we have seen in years. A noblebright glimmer on your hobby horizon, if you will.
Reinforce Your Army This Saturday
The Armageddon box hits our shelves this Saturday. We do not hold product behind the counter, meaning these massive kits are available strictly on a first-come, first-served basis for the community.
If you want to add this massive box of sprues to your collection without draining your wallet, now is the time to audit your closets. Bring your unused Magic: The Gathering staples and forgotten comic runs down to our trade counter. We will evaluate your collection and issue store credit that you can roll directly into the 11th Edition launch.
Clear your painting stations, prime your brushes, and prepare for deployment. The war for Armageddon begins this weekend. Always be sure to check our New Releases and Event Page for more fun ahead!
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