Looks like the release of the new Contemptor as a solo kit will include a few optional extras that aren't included in the starter box version, like new weapons and new armour decoration.
https://www.warhammer-community.com/202 ... w-options/
I've been reading through the core rules and both Libers this week. Those are some chunky books. I'm hoping that digital versions become available soon as I don't fancy carrying them anywhere.
My thoughts so far:
The layout of the books is irritating, the universal special rules are split over different sections in different books. Fingers crossed we get a QRS soon.
I like how the two Libers are subtly different. The artwork and page layouts are not the same, and the flavour-text is different too.
There seems to be less randomness. Running and difficult terrain are now fixed values. While charges are still rolled for, faster units get a bonus to the roll.
There are very few 'aura' effects. HQ's may let you use their Ld, or buff the unit that they are in, but generally you don't get rerolls because you are stood near a lieutenant.
Reactions look fun. Knowing when to use them and when your opponent is likely to use them is going to be really important.
The psychic powers don't look broken, unlike in 7th where some (summoning and invisibility made the game unplayable)
It really does look like an evolution of the 4th-7th ed rules, fingers crossed it plays smoothly. (looking up USR's is going to be the main sticking point I think).
Painted Minis in 2014: 510, in 2015: 300, in 2016 :369, in 2019: 417, in 2020: 450
