Rogue Hammer Strike Leader: Gothic Skirmish Wargaming

Hey there, wargamers! If you're into tactical skirmishes with miniatures, Rogue Hammer Strike Leader: Gothic Skirmish Wargaming is right up your alley. Based on the Rogue Hammer system, but with a focus on individual combat, this game puts you in the shoes of squad leaders in a gothic sci-fi universe. Forget units as homogeneous blocks; here, each soldier in your 3-6 figure squad has a life of its own, with individual movements, detailed weapons, and unique firing. The familiar 2D6 mechanic ensures that classic bell curve, but the real differentiator lies in Command Points. Your squad leader generates these points, which can be used for tactical actions like bolstering fire, setting overwatch, or providing covering fire to pin down enemies. Your army captain also has resources to rally troops and grant bonus movement. Instead of generic cohesion rules, each army has its own command and control quirks: Orcs, for example, might go pick a fight on their own if they stray too far from the Squad Leader, while elite Star Knights only lose command if they're beyond control distance. If you're already a Rogue Hammer player, you'll love the tactical depth, where your troopers can be shocked or stunned, and weapons bang out salvos of gunfire. The best part? You can use the miniatures you already own! For 'Oldhammer' fans, Strike Leader offers a quick-playing yet nuanced tactical experience, with easy-to-learn unit and weapon profiles. And if you're coming from other skirmish games, you'll find a different approach, focusing on more detailed encounters between smaller forces. The rulebook comes with a 'taste' of the five starter armies (Star Knights, Imperial Legion, Space Orcs, Space Elves, and Crawler Hordes), each with customizable units, characters, and vehicles. And Nordic Weasel Games promises continuous, free updates, aiming to include all 23 Rogue Hammer army lists, and player feedback is highly encouraged. Oh, and there's a cooperative/solo 'Patrol Mode' coming soon! Get ready to dive into intense, customizable tactical combat!