Warhammer 40000 Rulebook

Warhammer 40000 Rulebook – Rick Priestley

In the grim darkness of the far future, there is only war.

The Warhammer 40,000 Rulebook is the core book for Games Workshop’s legendary tabletop wargame, set in a vast science fiction universe where humanity’s Imperium battles for survival against alien races, traitor legions and the corrupting forces of Chaos. This edition of the rules, developed by Rick Priestley and the Games Workshop design team, contains everything players need to command armies of finely detailed miniatures on the tabletop.

The book explains the core rules of the game, including movement, shooting, close combat, morale and the special abilities of different troop types, vehicles and characters. It also provides guidance on building armies, setting up battlefields, choosing scenarios and fighting battles of different sizes, from small skirmishes to large engagements.

Alongside the rules, the book is filled with background material about the Warhammer 40,000 universe, introducing major factions such as the Space Marines, the Imperial Guard, the Eldar, the Orks, the Tyranids and the forces of Chaos, along with the history and lore that have made the setting so popular. Rich artwork and photographs of painted miniatures showcase the hobby’s creative side.

A collectible piece of gaming history, this Warhammer 40,000 Rulebook is ideal for players, collectors and fans of science fiction who want to explore one of the most influential tabletop games ever created. Note that rules editions have changed over the years.