Characters are divided into two broad categories: Lords (the most powerful characters) and Heroes (the rest). The maximum number of characters an army can include is shown on the chart below.

IMPORTANT: The number of characters is the total number of characters allowed in the army including Lords. For example: a 2,500 point Lizardman army may have up to 4 characters in total, of which 1 may be a Lord (ie, 1 Lord + 3 Heroes).

An army does not have to include the maximum number of characters allowed, and can always include fewer than indicated down to a minimum of one (the General). Similarly, an army does not have to include Lords, it can include all of its characters as Heroes if you prefer.

Troops are divided into Core, Special and Bare units. The number of units of each type that are available to you depends upon the points value of your army. This is indicated on the chart below.

For example, if you are choosing a 2,000 point army you must take a minimum of 3 Core units and could choose to take up to 4 Special and/or up to 2 Rare.

In addition, if an individual entry has a number limiting it, eg 0-1, then you may only have that many in уоuг army.

Each unit is represented by an entry in the army list. The unit's name is given and any limitations that apply are explained.

Profiles. The characteristic profiles for the troops in each unit are given in the unit entry. Where several profiles are required, these are also given even if, as in many cases, they are optional.

Unit Sizes. Each entry specifies the minimum size for each unit. In some cases units also have a maximum size.

Equipment. Each entry lists the standard weapons and armour for that unit. The value of these items is included in the points cost.

Options. Additional or optional weapons and armour are listed here together with their extra cost.

Special Rules. Many troops have special rules which are described in this section.