I played 2 games of Spearhead last weekend and I really enjoyed it and would totally recommend it to any aspiring AoS player. One thing I noticed though is that Spearhead trains the brain to play without command points (cp), which could be beneficial in the big game where you want to create plays which involves as little cp as possible.
That's a great point, the commands are still there but you need to balance saving three cards rather than 4 points and it also eliminates your scoring chances, that's a great point you've brought up!
I think a future video, would be doing some battle reports or some recaps. I think that's what people wanna see. Doesn't have to be super crazy production value, even just still images between phases. I think part of the fun of turn-based strategy (and RTS), is just thought processes and the battle of wits, and explaining why you did what you did!
I've been thinking about how I'd like to maybe try a picture only Battle Report for Spearhead as a trial. I think they are incredibly difficult to make though, you've gotta have everything organized, lots of notes to take so you can describe it adequately later, and tons of photos/footage too. Maybe I can take audio notes while we play.
I learned playing 40k during 3rd edition. I was around 14, a friend bought the starter box. He had built and painted the minies but didn't yet read the rules. I picked up the pretty cool book (a book that contained all the datasheet of all the units from all factions in the game btw), I quickly read the whole rules in half an hour or so, from how to move to the fight sequence and we did our first game like that. And this is how I learned (and thought someone) how to play 40k. The fact that we need random made up mods with cut down rules to "introduce the game" to people says a lot to either how bloated and overcomplicated the rules got, or how stupid the public got.
Thats a really fun story about how you learned 40k with your friend. I remember working through games with my friends in a similar way when I was young. To your question at the end, I do think 3rd Ed AoS and 9th Ed 40K had a lot of bloat, leading to simplification of both game systems in the next edition. But a simplified game mode isnt "needed". Its just helpful. Like I said in the video I learned AoS 3rd by myself by reading the rules, creating a sheet of reminders, and getting games in to work through any specifics that I didnt quite understand. So I dont think people are dumber, but joining a wargame is intimidating and learning the rules and playing a game can be time-consuming, so a quick version to get people into the game is a solid addition to the game.
Thank you very much for this video. I'm also about to start my adventure in AOS and I wasn't sure which route to take to get there. Good job, don't give up and thank you again.
I very much agree that AoS is not balanced at anything less than 2000, you can still play fun games at 1500 and up but for a real balanced experience 2k is the best way. Spearhead giving a new entry level game style is a breath of fresh air and has already helped me get some friends into the hobby. A 170$ spearhead box is an easier sell than $1000+ for a 2000 point list haha.
I agree I think spearhead has a way lower barrier to entry than normal AoS. It’s a little different than normal AoS but it’s not like those skills don’t translate. I think it has a ton of transferable skills
Great video! I really enjoyed it. The biggest thing for me, is just being able to play a game in like an hour. It is incredibly fun! Yes, you flamed me multiple times 😢
I think it’s just that in Europe lunch is longer 😂😂😂 I’ve seen a lot of people on YT saying it took about an hour to play. But also I don’t know anyone with more than a half hour lunch break so I could never
Is the book available in the fire and jade box? Or is the only way to get that book in the 4th edition launch box? I have a sylbaneth vanguard box but no rules.
Which Spearhead force is your favourite to play with? Why?!
Rats cause rats 🐀
I have both rats, both sce and the tree dudes. So far I would say the tree guys and the new skaven one have been my favorites.
@@elssoothefluffypanda2832 Awesome! Which Skaven force is better? The new or the old? Just talking gameplay/competitiveness wise
@@mysidia I couldn’t really say what was better (I am bad haha). I did enjoy the newer one more it felt like it had more gameplay options.
I played 2 games of Spearhead last weekend and I really enjoyed it and would totally recommend it to any aspiring AoS player. One thing I noticed though is that Spearhead trains the brain to play without command points (cp), which could be beneficial in the big game where you want to create plays which involves as little cp as possible.
That's a great point, the commands are still there but you need to balance saving three cards rather than 4 points and it also eliminates your scoring chances, that's a great point you've brought up!
I think a future video, would be doing some battle reports or some recaps. I think that's what people wanna see. Doesn't have to be super crazy production value, even just still images between phases. I think part of the fun of turn-based strategy (and RTS), is just thought processes and the battle of wits, and explaining why you did what you did!
I've been thinking about how I'd like to maybe try a picture only Battle Report for Spearhead as a trial. I think they are incredibly difficult to make though, you've gotta have everything organized, lots of notes to take so you can describe it adequately later, and tons of photos/footage too. Maybe I can take audio notes while we play.
@@mysidiayou always know where you can find an opponent haha!
I learned playing 40k during 3rd edition.
I was around 14, a friend bought the starter box. He had built and painted the minies but didn't yet read the rules.
I picked up the pretty cool book (a book that contained all the datasheet of all the units from all factions in the game btw), I quickly read the whole rules in half an hour or so, from how to move to the fight sequence and we did our first game like that.
And this is how I learned (and thought someone) how to play 40k.
The fact that we need random made up mods with cut down rules to "introduce the game" to people says a lot to either how bloated and overcomplicated the rules got, or how stupid the public got.
Thats a really fun story about how you learned 40k with your friend. I remember working through games with my friends in a similar way when I was young.
To your question at the end, I do think 3rd Ed AoS and 9th Ed 40K had a lot of bloat, leading to simplification of both game systems in the next edition. But a simplified game mode isnt "needed". Its just helpful. Like I said in the video I learned AoS 3rd by myself by reading the rules, creating a sheet of reminders, and getting games in to work through any specifics that I didnt quite understand.
So I dont think people are dumber, but joining a wargame is intimidating and learning the rules and playing a game can be time-consuming, so a quick version to get people into the game is a solid addition to the game.
Thank you very much for this video. I'm also about to start my adventure in AOS and I wasn't sure which route to take to get there. Good job, don't give up and thank you again.
I'm so glad to hear that Benoit! I'll keep the content coming, hope it helps you on your journey into Warhammer!
I very much agree that AoS is not balanced at anything less than 2000, you can still play fun games at 1500 and up but for a real balanced experience 2k is the best way.
Spearhead giving a new entry level game style is a breath of fresh air and has already helped me get some friends into the hobby. A 170$ spearhead box is an easier sell than $1000+ for a 2000 point list haha.
Agreed! I have some friends that I'm hoping to get into Warhammer and Spearhead is going to be the first thing I show them.
I agree I think spearhead has a way lower barrier to entry than normal AoS. It’s a little different than normal AoS but it’s not like those skills don’t translate. I think it has a ton of transferable skills
100%
Great video! I really enjoyed it. The biggest thing for me, is just being able to play a game in like an hour. It is incredibly fun!
Yes, you flamed me multiple times 😢
Hahaha only the one time, but you flamed me on the table, I will have my revenge!
Do a “Painting a whole spearhead in 8 hours challenge” 😂
Hah! Fat chance of that one 🤣
I think it’s just that in Europe lunch is longer 😂😂😂 I’ve seen a lot of people on YT saying it took about an hour to play. But also I don’t know anyone with more than a half hour lunch break so I could never
Yeah exactly, my lunch is 40 minutes, no chance I could play a game in that time xD
Is the book available in the fire and jade box? Or is the only way to get that book in the 4th edition launch box? I have a sylbaneth vanguard box but no rules.
It is not in the box, very strange if you ask me.