Warhammer: The Horus Heresy – Legions Imperialis

Legions Imperialis is an 8mm-scale tabletop wargame that allows players to command vast armies of Space Marines, Solar Auxilia, and Titans in epic-scale battles during the Age of Darkness, a civil war within the Imperium of Mankind. Players build armies from numerous small miniatures, representing the larger conflicts of the Horus Heresy, with tactical depth coming from units organized into formations and detachments, and a turn structure involving initiative rolls and alternative activations.

The Game Setting & Scale

Historical Conflict:

The game is set during the Horus Heresy, the devastating civil war that tore the Imperium of Mankind apart.
Epic Scale:

Players control small, detailed miniatures that allow for much larger armies on the tabletop compared to other Warhammer games, truly recreating monumental conflicts with countless tanks, legions of infantry, and colossal Titans.

Gameplay Overview

Armies:

Players command forces of Legiones Astartes (Space Marines), the human Solar Auxilia, or powerful Collegia Titanica war engines.
Structure:

Armies are organized into formations and detachments, with units moving on bases that represent entire squads or platoons.
Turn Structure:

Players roll for initiative and take turns activating one detachment at a time, moving, firing, or initiating close combat.
Formations & Detachments:

A formation is the entire army, while the smaller detachments within it are the individual units on the battlefield.

Why Play Legions Imperialis?

Monumental Battles:

It’s a game for those who want to field truly massive armies and experience a broader scope of conflict than other Warhammer games.
Tactical Depth:

The game allows for deep strategic play with formations, diverse units, and intricate movement and combat mechanics.
Rich Lore:

Players can engage directly with the dramatic backdrop of the Horus Heresy, fighting for the fate of the Imperium.