The Leagues of Votann have arrived. Astra Militarum and World Eaters are on deck. But what comes after the Road Map ends?

I don’t keep in mind how outdated I used to be as a child however sooner or later I checked out a map and thought “what’s after the edge of the map?” I’m betting I used to be most likely in class and that’s when the instructor taught us concerning the globes and planets and such. But the purpose was that flat maps that now we have, aka Road Maps, are simply snippets of an even bigger complete. There’s at all times extra past the sting of the map.

Games Workshop has given us the Road Map by means of the tip of the winter in 2022 and into the beginning of 2023. Even although this nonetheless seems like an prolonged summer time (right here in Texas), we’re firmly in Autumn because the Leagues of Votann have simply arrived for Pre-order. I do know it’s Autumn not as a result of the leaves are altering shade however as a result of persons are speaking about Pumpkin Spice flavored stuff now.

Pumpkin Spiced Skulls for the Skull Throne!

Up subsequent, in keeping with the Road Map is the Astra Militarum codex. And, to be honest, these gamers have been ready your complete version to get a brand new e book. May the Emperor bless you on your endurance…and will he assist the remainder of us when the Leman Russ tanks arrive. I don’t know what that e book goes to seem like however I’m shuttering to consider how a lot of an influence creep it’s going to have.

Then once more… it might be horrible. Maybe they solely get a cursory replace and a few new unit kits. I don’t actually know what to anticipate with it however I’m very curious to see what GW does with it. But if I’m being utterly trustworthy the codex I’m far more enthusiastic about is the World Eaters e book.

I do know it’s coming and it’s only a matter of getting my fingers on this one. I’m already attempting to knock out my cue for passion initiatives earlier than this e book arrives as a result of I’m going to construct and paint Angron when that equipment exhibits up. I’m additionally going to go arduous on these new Khorne Berzerkers, too.

Also, primarily based on the opposite information drips from Games Workshop, there’s extra deliberate for the World Eaters. I’m hopeful that it’s a full on military launch and we get a bunch of cool assist stuff just like the Death Guard and Thousand Sons did — and I believe we properly. What will that seem like? Again, I do not know however I’m excited to seek out out.

When The Map Edges End…

So. What comes after the World Eaters? Well, there’s no extra codexes and we don’t have any “new” 40k military to stay up for (at the moment). It’s mainly the tip of the version. The street has ended for ninth.

Or has it?

Remember when this was a factor?!

There’s certain to be some FAQs out after these books come out. Plus all of the fashions must be launched. That will most likely take us by means of the tip of winter at that time. But that’s additionally all sorta wrapped up within the World Eaters launch, proper? Once all that “stuff” is out…what’s subsequent?

Are we going to get a refresh for the present books? Perhaps new ninth version codexes that consolidate the present books with all of the dietary supplements for his or her respective military? That is a risk. Or will we see a brand new version launch with tenth?

If the cycle repeats (once more) then we’re on the finish of the street. That means it’s time for a brand new version. Which most likely means a brand new Space Marine e book (hah) together with a brand new Launch Box set. That’s what the method has been for a lot of editions. Will it repeat or will Games Workshop try to change it up this time round? Personally, I’d prefer to see a curve ball from GW. Sure, do a tenth version relaunch and all that jazz. But what if the Launch Box featured very totally different armies and never Space Marines vs “X” once more.

Do get me improper…I’m getting fairly used to portray Space Marines and all. But I’m prepared for one thing totally different. Maybe it’s simply the Pumpkin Spice speaking however a little bit selection does hold issues attention-grabbing. Even it solely round each from time to time.

So I’ve a query. Assuming tenth version is after and there’s a new Launch Box (a la Indomitus) — what would you set within the Launch Box? Pick two armies you’d like to see throw down and tell us what you suppose within the feedback!

I would like Tyranids vs World Eaters. Not that I accumulate each of these armies or something…I simply need to see who’s REALLY devouring planets.

Writer, Editor, Texas Native, and Austinite for 15+ years, Adam covers all issues Tabletop Gaming. Which consists of Warhammer 40,000, Age of Sigmar, D&D, Board Games and every thing else that includes cube, boards, playing cards and a desk.
A hobbyist, participant, and collector of miniatures and video games, Adam’s present obsession are his Death Armies for Age of Sigmar, his Blood Angels and Tyranids for 40k, and his ever rising Arkham Horror: The Card Game Collection.

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