MESBG: Rise Of Angmar

In the year 1300 of the Third Age, Sauron sent his deadliest servant to venture northwards and enact his vengeance upon the race of Men. To oppose the splintered realms of Arnor, the kingdom of Angmar was formed in the desolate north, ruled over by the Lord of the Nazgûl, who became known at this time as the Witch-king of Angmar. All manner of evil was drawn to the immense power of the Witch-king, and soon, his armies were great enough to begin his war with the realms of Arnor. This is the story of those dark times…

This expansion for the Middle-earth Strategy Battle Game covers the events surrounding the dread kingdom of Angmar in the north, and the wars it waged upon the three kingdoms of Arnor – Arthedain, Cardolan and Rhudaur – ultimately leading to its destruction. The book includes a full Rise of Angmar campaign, allowing you to play out key events such as the fall of Amon Sûl, the Battle of Fornost, and the clash between the Witch-king and King Eärnur of Gondor. You’ll find loads of scenarios to play, discover fresh ways to build your armies, and encounter new heroes and villains. On top of all that, this supplement includes a showcase of miniatures, a painting masterclass for the ruins of Middle-earth, and an appendix featuring Narrative Play scenarios tied to the heirs of Isildur later in the Third Age, including Arathorn and his son, Aragorn.

Inside this 112-page expansion, you will find:

– History of Arnor and Angmar: A background section detailing the history of Arnor and Angmar, from the splintering of Arnor into three smaller kingdoms, to the founding of Angmar and the wars it waged, all the way up to the last sighting of Eärnur and the fate of the lineage of Isildur.
– Scenarios: Includes 18 Narrative Play Scenarios that chart the major events in the Rise of Angmar and Arnor's consequent fall. Ranging from the forces of Carn Dûm to the raising of the Barrow-downs, the Witch-king's final assault upon the city of Fornost and the following battle where Men and Elves sought revenge on Angmar.
– Rise of Angmar Campaign: Provides a suite of rules for linking the 18 scenarios presented in this expansion into a Rise of Angmar Campaign.
– Armies: Contains an in-depth look at the forces that fought within the northern lands, featuring background, tactics and army lists for Arnor, The Rangers, Minas Tirith, Rivendell, Angmar, and Carn Dûm.
– Legendary Legions: Includes rules for five Legendary Legions for Matched Play games.
– Haunted Ruins Painting Masterclass: This section shows you how to paint your ruins of Middle-earth so that they represent the crumbling, haunted ruins of Arnor.
– Appendix: This section presents a further four Narrative Play Scenarios, and two Legendary Legions, that focus on some key events that happened to the lineage of Isildur.
– Showcase: Rise of Angmar concludes with a short showcase of miniature photography for both Forces of Good and Forces of Evil, highlighting key miniatures for the forces within this supplement.