RuneQuest: Warlords News

[p]Hi everyone,[/p][p]As some of you know, yesterday we did a gameplay showcase event about RuneQuest: Warlords, our upcoming turn-based strategy game set in the legendary world of Glorantha. During our special event, we revealed a lot about the game’s core features.[/p][p][/p][h3]A Strategy Game Rooted in Myth[/h3][p]Based on the classic RPG RuneQuest (Chaosium, 1978), RuneQuest: Warlords brings players into a world where myth, magic, and conflict shape every battle. Our goal was to translate the spirit of the original RPG into a deep tactical experience, filled with heroic decisions, hero-led armies, and powerful Runes that influence fate itself. [/p][h3]Main Campaign: Defend Talastar[/h3][p]The single-player campaign is set in Talastar, a borderland caught between the invading Lunar Empire and the corrupting forces of Chaos. You’ll follow Hahlgrim Ironsword, an Orlanthi warrior on a journey of justice and vengeance. The story unfolds over 18 missions across mythic landscapes and desperate conflicts. [/p][h3]Three Factions, Three Unique Playstyles[/h3][p]Each faction offers a distinct tactical identity:[/p]

• [p]Children of the Storm (Talastar): fast, mobile, aggressive. Masters of terrain and initiative, empowered by the Runes of Air and Movement.[/p]
• [p]Lunar Empire: disciplined and coordinated. Quartz-armored legions, ritual mages, and formation-based tactics backed by the Moon Rune.[/p]
• [p]Chaos: relentless, corruptive, regenerative. Mutating forces that grow stronger through death, drawing power from Chaos and Entropy.[/p]

[p][/p][h3]Tactical Combat Powered by Runes[/h3][p]Combat is grid-based and highly tactical, featuring Zones of Control, a flexible Action Points system, and the Battle Rush mechanic that rewards active play.[/p][p]Runes are at the heart of the game: each unit draws powers and identity from them, influencing abilities, synergies, and strategic options.[/p][p][/p][h3]Skirmish & Multiplayer Modes[/h3][p]Beyond the story campaign, RuneQuest: Warlords also includes Skirmish Mode: playable solo against the AI or in multiplayer PvP.[/p][p]Pick your faction and test your strategy in quick battles with high replay value.[/p][p][/p][p]Watch the full stream featuring live gameplay, team insights, and an exclusive mission preview:  [/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][p][/p][h2]Join the closed beta![/h2][p]The closed beta is now open, you still have the chance to sign up here, and have a first look and the game and help us with your feedback.[/p][p][/p][h2]We’re heading to GenCon 2025![/h2][p]We’ll be in Indianapolis from July 31 to August 3, attending GenCon for the full duration of the event,  and we’d love to meet you there.[/p][p]Whether you’re curious to learn more about RuneQuest: Warlords or just want to stop by and say hi, you’ll find us ready to chat, answer your questions, and you’ll also have the chance to try an exclusive hands-on demo featuring a selection of missions from the upcoming campaign. If you’re around, don’t miss it — come see us at GenCon.[/p][p][/p][p]And.. don't forget to wishlist the game:[/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p]

[p]Let the battle begin.[/p][p]We’re excited to announce that sign-ups for the closed beta of RuneQuest: Warlords are now officially open!
Be among the first to enter the battlefields of Glorantha and put your tactical skills to the test in this turn-based strategy epic inspired by the legendary tabletop universe.[/p][p]During the closed beta, selected players will gain exclusive early access to core gameplay features, including:[/p]

• [p]Three fully playable factions,[/p]
• [p]Tactical turn-based combat,[/p]
• [p]Unit progression and rune-powered abilities,[/p]
• [p]A taste of the campaign map and army management.[/p]

[p][/p][h3]How to Join[/h3][p]Head to our official sign-up page and register to secure your spot here: https://www.slitherine.com/beta/runequest-warlords[/p][p]Invitations will be sent out shortly, keep an eye on your inbox (and don’t forget to check your spam folder).[/p][p]Make sure to wishlist RuneQuest: Warlords to stay updated, and join our Discord community.[/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p][/p][p]
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Our Hero Spotlight turns to the dark edges of Glorantha with the reveal of Woowandor the Great Stag Rider. A chaotic scourge of the eastern frontier, Woowandor is the newest character sheet adapted from RuneQuest to RuneQuest: Warlords, our tactical turn-based strategy game. This broo warlord brings speed, ferocity, and corruption to the battlefield, embodying the raw, untamed violence of Dorastor’s most feared raiders.



Woowandor the Stag Rider is the elusive embodiment of Dorastor’s savagery. Cursed by many, this feared broo raider has earned his infamy through lightning-fast strikes and equally swift retreats. Throughout his reign as a warlord, none of his raids have been intercepted or caught off guard. In battle, Woowandor relies on the raw bestial strength of his warriors, the corruption of Chaos, and an utter disregard for his own losses.

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Our Hero Spotlight returns with a new tactical powerhouse: Centurion Venacius. A steadfast commander of the Lunar legions, Venacius brings ruthless discipline and strategic mastery to the battlefield. This character sheet adapts his role from the world of RuneQuest, reimagined for RuneQuest: Warlords, our battle-scale turn-based strategy game.



Centurion Venaсius is the very embodiment of the Lunar Empire’s warrior elite. A straightforward, honorable, and noble soldier, he cares deeply for his men and secures victory through sound strategy and masterful command. Yet, even in direct combat, he proves to be a formidable foe. Venaсius leads his troops under the banners of patriotism and the firm belief that victory is won by human strength and discipline.

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Our brand-new gameplay trailer is here.
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In this video, we take you straight into the action of RuneQuest: Warlords, showcasing key game mechanics, army management, and a first glimpse at the turn-based combat system.

From strategic unit deployment to the unique abilities of each Warlord, the trailer offers a concrete look at what you can expect when you step into Glorantha, a continent torn by war, shaped by gods, and waiting for your command.
While development is ongoing, we wanted to share our latest developments and give you a real taste of what’s coming. And this is just the beginning.

Let the battle begin.

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