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Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader
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Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader

The first edition of Warhammer 40,000, but different enough to call it another game. Rogue Trader was a story-based skirmish game with plots the GM (Game Master) would write up. Rules were provided for various races but algorithms were also in the rulebook to calculate the cost of your homemade units. There was a wide variety of gear, vehicles, and troop types available to each army. Players were encouraged to use other companies models with GW's own and make up rules and units.

2 players120 minages 16heavy difficulty
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What is Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader

The first edition of Warhammer 40,000, but different enough to call it another game. Rogue Trader was a story-based skirmish game with plots the GM (Game Master) would write up. Rules were provided for various races but algorithms were also in the rulebook to calculate the cost of your homemade units. There was a wide variety of gear, vehicles, and troop types available to each army. Players were encouraged to use other companies models with GW's own and make up rules and units.

This edition is considered the best by some players because of the massive amount of background and the free-form rules.

Re-implemented by:

Warhammer 40,000 2d and 3d editions

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Game details

Players
2
Age
+16
Duration
120 min
Difficulty
Heavy
Type
Board game
Year
1987
Mechanics
Dice Rolling · Line of Sight · Measurement Movement
Categories
Book · Miniatures · Science Fiction
Designer
Rick Priestley
Publisher
Alfil Juegos · Games Workshop Ltd.
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How many players is Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader for?

Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader plays with 2 players.

How long does a game take?

A game takes about 120 minutes.

What age is it suitable for?

It is recommended from age 16.

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