In the far-off lands of Grand Cathay, the overwhelming forces of Chaos launch an all-out assault against the stone fortifications of the Great Bastion, forcing commonfolk and humble peasants to rise up in defence of their homelands. Though modest when compared to the disciplined Jade Warriors, these brave defenders are prepared to lay down their lives if necessary, wielding improvised weapons and sturdy ranged equipment with impressive skill and unwavering bravery. The Arcane Journal: The Breaching of the Great Bastion (Anglais) gaming supplement takes players into the fertile fields and ancient forests of the Dragon Emperor’s realm, celebrating the extraordinary courage and devotion of its everyday citizens during times of catastrophic war.

Designed to be used alongside the Arcane Journal: Armies of Grand Cathay, this rulebook arms tabletop generals with a wealth of fresh rules, unit profiles, and expanded narrative background. Players can explore the harrowing story of the Chaos invasion and field unique army lists that capture the resilient spirit of the Celestial Dragon’s people. Whether you wish to command mystical celestial scholars, deploy heavy gunpowder teams, or organize massed peasant levies, this supplement provides the strategic options needed to experience new ways to play in Warhammer: The Old World.

Book contents:

• 48-page softcover gaming supplement: Comprehensive expansion book detailing the armies, people, and lore of Grand Cathay.

• The Land of Dragons section: An in-depth look into Grand Cathay’s rich history, culture, and the unyielding loyalty of its citizens to their land and rulers.

• War in Grand Cathay lore: Detailed background describing the violent assault of Chaos against the Great Bastion and the brave mobilization of the commonfolk.

• Portents and Ploughshares rules: Background and complete rules profiles for Astromancers of the Celestial Court, Peasant Levy, Crane Gunner Teams, and Iron Hail Gunners.

• Armies of Grand Cathay composition: Features an updated Grand Army Composition list and full rules to field the peasant-focused Warriors of Wind and Field Army of Infamy.

Enrich your tabletop campaigns and lead the humble defenders of the realm to victory by adding Arcane Journal: The Breaching of the Great Bastion (Anglais) to your gaming collection today.