Age of Sigmar: General's Handbook

General's Handbook 2026–27

Conflict engulfs the Mortal Realms as rival armies battle for territory, power, and survival. Across Aqshy, invasions, raids, and full-scale wars reshape the landscape, drawing warriors from every corner of the realms into an ever-escalating struggle.

The Essential Matched Play Companion

The General's Handbook 2026–27 is the definitive resource for Matched Play games of Warhammer Age of Sigmar. Whether you're organizing casual games with friends or preparing for tournament competition, this handbook provides everything needed to create balanced, engaging battles.

The included battlepack streamlines game setup by guiding players through army selection, battlefield preparation, battleplans, and objectives, allowing you to get your games underway quickly while maintaining a fair and competitive experience.

Inside the 72-Page Softcover Book

Narrative Overview

• A summary of the latest developments and ongoing conflicts within the Mortal Realms.

Matched Play Battlepack 2026–27

• Complete rules for Matched Play games.
• Includes campaign rules for linking battles together in an Aqshy Crusade.

Battle Tactics

• Guidance on scoring additional victory points through tactical objectives selected during army construction.

Game Tracking Tools

• Blank army roster.
• Tournament score sheet for recording victory points, battle tactics, and other important game information.

Battleplans

• Twelve brand-new Matched Play battleplans.

Core Rules

• A complete reprint of the Warhammer Age of Sigmar Core Rules for easy reference.
• Includes a comprehensive rules glossary.

Advanced Gameplay Rules

• Expanded rules covering commands, terrain, magic, army composition, command models, and additional matched play mechanics.

Also Included

Battlepack Card Deck

• 1 rules reference card
• 6 Battle Tactics cards
• 6 Battleplan cards

Card dimensions:

• 161.1mm × 107.1mm

Objective Mats

• 6 objective markers
• Each features a central 40mm objective area
• Diameter: 192.4mm
• Matte PET surface with a flocked underside to help prevent slipping during play

Digital Content

The book also includes a one-use code that unlocks battleplans, seasonal rules, battle tactics, and additional matched play content within the Warhammer Age of Sigmar app.

Orders containing this item will ship on or after 2026-07-04.

Typically ships within 24 hours.