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Retribution cover revealed

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Cover by Privateer press

During the weekend Privateer press finally revealed cover of the upcoming book titled Forces of Warmachine: Retribution of Scyrah.

Official forums are full of mega threads, buzzing with anticipation and speculation. Speculation ranges from new warcasters, new solos, ranged units, heavy infantry units to the myrmidons – a new range of warjacks. All posters agree that elves are AWESOME, myrmidons look AWESOME  and their magical abilities look AWESOME.

As always we are scanning the web for more information regarding Retribution. In the mean time check out the cover …

Are Elves from Ios planning a coup ?

On May, 4 2009 Privateer press updated their website with the following piece of knickknack:

“Releasing in September, Forces of WARMACHINE: Retribution of Scyrah will provide everything players will need to field the new faction, including model statistics, background material, and a modeling and painting guide. The book will be written for use with the upcoming new edition of game rules, WARMACHINE Mk II, which releases early 2010. Privateer Press’ bimonthly No Quarter Magazine will feature articles in issues #25 and #26 that will allow players to use their Retribution of Scyrah models with the current WARMACHINE rules.

When asked about the new faction Privateer Press Chief Creative Officer Matt Wilson said, “Retribution of Scyrah will be the first real look at the long-secluded and mysterious elven kingdom of Ios. The very first thing people should note is that these aren’t your standard tree-hugging elves.” In fact, Wilson went on to explain, the faction will include highly disciplined troops outfitted with some of the most advanced technology in the Iron Kingdoms, backed up by the never-before-seen sleek and powerful myrmidon warjacks. “The Retribution of Scyrah will bring amazing new depth and feeling to the WARMACHINE game in terms of play style and abilities,” Wilson concluded.”

From confirmed sources we have found out that elusive Elves are still hiding in the forests near Ios and planning their move. Travelers are urged to stay out of the Iosian territory, that they flagged off or be prepared to fight. “Retribution is at hand.”, is heard from whispering shouts …

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