Tolkien

Helm Hammerhand Enters the War of the Rohirrim

A detailed scene features Helm Hammerhand, King of Rohan, depicted both mounted on an armoured horse and on foot, alongside several Rohirrim warriors. The figures are intricately painted, showcasing vibrant colors and detailed armor, set against a backdrop of rustic wooden structures resembling Rohan architecture. The environment includes rocky terrain and hints of mountainous scenery, enhancing the thematic setting of the Middle-earth Strategy Battle Game.

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Games Workshop have previewed their forthcoming Middle-earth Strategy Battle Game release, Helm Hammerhand, King of Rohan.Coming soon, this new release will feature Hammerhand both on foot and mounted on an armoured horse. Described as ‘one of the greatest kings in the history of Rohan’, Hammerhand will make a worthy addition to you Rohan army. The full rules and stats for these new miniatures will be included in the forthcoming Armies of The Lord of the Rings supplement. A 48-page release detailing the protagonists in the War of the Rohirrim, Armies of The Lord of the Rings will include afull...

23d ago

Games Workshop Release New Narrative Scenarios for Middle-earth Strategy Battle Game

The image features the title "MIDDLE-EARTH STRATEGY BATTLE GAME" prominently displayed in a bold, stylized font, set against a textured dark blue background. Surrounding the title is a circular design that includes intricate, golden script, reminiscent of Tolkien's lore. The overall aesthetic conveys a sense of adventure and fantasy, aligning with the themes of the game.

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Fans of Tolkien and tabletop gaming rejoice! Games Workshop are offering you new opportunities to brave the dangers of Middle-earth.The big GW have released a new tranche of narrative scenarios for the Middle-earth Strategy Battle Game. The first in a series of such scenarios, this first selection focuses on the beginning of Bilbo and Thorin’s Company’s journey to the Lonely Mountain. Available to download as a PDF, these three scenarios recreate Bilbo’s encounter with the trio of trolls, the Dwarves of Thorin’s Company battle through Goblin-town, and the final battle between Thorin and Azog. ...

3mo ago

A miniature figure of Lief, a page from Rohan, stands beside a mounted version of himself on a brown horse. The standing figure is dressed in a green and brown cloak, holding a satchel, while the mounted figure wears similar attire and holds the reins of the horse. Both figures are set on a base with tufts of grass and small rocks, emphasizing their connection to the Rohan landscape.

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Hear the Word of the King with Lief, Page of Helm

A fierce, green war drake with prominent spines and decorative armor stands atop a rocky outcrop, showcasing its detailed scales and menacing expression. In the background, an Easterling warrior clad in ornate armor holds a spear, partially obscured by rocks, emphasizing the drake's imposing presence. The scene is set against a blurred, sandy terrain, enhancing the focus on the miniatures.

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More Marvellous Middle-earth Minis!

A towering model of Beechbone, an ent from the Middle-earth Strategy Battle game, stands prominently with a rugged, bark-like texture and intricate details. His limbs are gnarled and branch-like, adorned with vibrant green leaves, while he holds a large rock in one hand. The base features rocky terrain with patches of grass, emphasizing his formidable presence on the battlefield.

Lord of the Rings

Beechbone Ready to Smite the Armies of Isengard

A dynamic scene depicts a confrontation between a group of cloaked figures, resembling Ringwraiths, and a diverse band of heroes from The Lord of the Rings. The heroes, including characters like Aragorn and Frodo, are positioned in a ruined stone setting, surrounded by overgrown foliage and debris. The Ringwraiths, dressed in dark, tattered cloaks, wield swords, creating a tense atmosphere as they face off against the protagonists. The intricate details of the miniatures highlight their distinct features and expressions, enhancing the narrative of this iconic moment.

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Games Workshop to Release New Narrative Play Scenarios for the Middle-earth Strategy Battle Game

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Helm Hammerhand Enters the War of the Rohirrim

23d ago

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Games Workshop Release New Narrative Scenarios for Middle-earth Strategy Battle Game

3mo ago

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Hear the Word of the King with Lief, Page of Helm

The King of Rohan plays a vital part in the defence of the realm. He cannot, however, be at hand on every front, or in every battle fought in the Middle-earth Strategy Battle Game. In such situations, his pages serve a vital role.Lief is one such page. Revealed today on the Games Workshop website, Lief can be fielded as part of Rohan army, and is able to award buffs to fellow Rohan models. These b...

3mo ago

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More Marvellous Middle-earth Minis!

Games Workshop have revealed yet more Middle-earth miniatures.As seen on the Warhammer Community website, these new additions include the war drakes of Rhûn and the Umbar ballista. The former are fierce, venomous lizards venerated by the Easterlings. Often fielded by larger Easterling armies, war drakes produce a slow-acting venom which inflicts a -1 penalty to the Fight Value and Attacks of any m...

4mo ago

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Beechbone Ready to Smite the Armies of Isengard

Games Workshop have previewed another model for Middle-earth Strategy Battle, and this one is poised to smite the forces of Saruman. Towering over the battlefield, Beechbone is one of the ents which took the fight to Isengard, there to do battle with Saruman’s armies of orcs and men. Front and centre in that battle, Beechbone was set on fire by Saruman’s underlings. Despite this, the ents oblitera...

4mo ago