Warhammer 40k Slow-Grow Escalation League

Battle for Atherion

Escalation Leagues are a great way to start and learn how to play Warhammer 40,000 and are fun and engaging for even the most experienced players, providing unit customization and campaign goals for players to make their army unique and powerful for the duration of the campaign. Ready to stake your claim on the Atherion system? Sign up with your Crusade Roster and start your path towards glory!

Registration

Sign-up period: January 1^st to February 28^th

Event Kickoff: Paint & Take Session

Date & Time: Friday, February 28^th, at 6:30PM

Details: Players will receive a Space Marine miniature to assemble and paint in-store. Instructions on assembly and painting techniques will be provided. This session serves as an introduction into the hobby and an opportunity for participants to familiarize themselves with the basics of model building and painting.

League Structure

Duration: Six months, from March 1^st to August 31^st

Game type: Crusade. Players will use the immersive and narrative missions of the Crusade format to create a unique and powerful force filled with veteran warriors and mighty heroes.

Rounds: The league will consist of seven rounds, each lasting three weeks. The final round will last until the end of the event, culminating in an apocalyptic mega-battle to test your might against the foe!

Schedule

Round 1 (500 points): March 1^st -- March 21^st

Round 2 (750 points): March 22^nd -- April 14^th

Round 3 (1000 points): April 15^th -- April 31^st

Round 4 (1250 points): May 1^st -- May 21^st

Round 5 (1500 points): May 22^nd -- June 14^th

Round 6 (1750 points): June 15^th -- July 7^th

Round 7 (2000 points): July 8^th -- August 31^st

Gameplay and Meetings

Frequency: Players are encouraged to play at least 2 games per round.

Missions: Scenarios will be provided for each round, gradually introducing more complex objectives and rules to align with your army’s increasing size.

Meetups: Weekly meetups will be held Thursdays at 6:30 PM for organized play, painting sessions, and strategy discussions.

League Scoring

Champion of Atherion: Highest overall score (missions, painting, narrative involvement).

Best Painted Army: Judged during the final event.

Best Narrative: Voted by players for the most compelling army story and background.

Resources and Support

Guidance: Experienced players and staff will be available during meetups to offer advice on army building, painting, and gameplay strategies.

Rulebooks: Core rulebooks and materials will be available for reference.

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