Warhammer Age of Sigmar Ultimate Guide

The definitive guide to the Mortal Realms, showcasing the characters and settings of Warhammer: Age of Sigmar through an overview of its inimitable miniatures.

Journey into the Mortal Realms: a world saturated with potent magic where mighty armies of soldiers, massive beasts, and even gods, battle for territory and power.

This visual encyclopedia contains all you need to know about Age of Sigmar, Warhammer’s epic fantasy setting. Packed with hundreds of beautiful photos of iconic miniatures alongside stunning artwork, this ultimate guide showcases amazing details and in-depth information about Age of Sigmar’s myriad factions and characters.

Discover the first-ever official guide to the epic world of Warhammer: Age of Sigmar.

• Unparalleled detail about the miniatures and lore of this highly popular Warhammer setting, presented in the celebrated format first pioneered in Warhammer 40,000: The Ultimate Guide.
• Beautifully shot photography of Age of Sigmar miniatures, with hundreds of high-res images showcasing the fine details and intricate designs that make this fantasy setting so spectacular.
• Official and fully authorized, with deep and definitive insights that bring Age of Sigmar to life like never before, written by two members of the Warhammer studio.

The Warhammer Age of Sigmar Ultimate Guide is the perfect addition to the collection of any Warhammer fan, both those new to Age of Sigmar and seasoned hobbyists. Whether you’re a frequent player, model maker, lore aficionado, or simply interested in one of the epic fantasy genre’s most compelling worlds, this is the ultimate guide for you.

This is a time of turmoil. This is the era of war. This is the Age of Sigmar.

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