Across the galaxy, small forces are sent out to secure vital objectives, scout ahead of the main force, and confront enemies. These Combat Patrols are key to victory, taking on small but important missions.

This book will immerse you in the grim, dark and fascinating world of Warhammer 40,000. It explores the easiest way to delve into the Warhammer hobby – Combat Patrol – and the fun you can have conquering tabletop battlefields. It will also be your invaluable guide to a galaxy driven by endless war.

The Combat Patrol Companion will introduce you to the Warhammer 40,000 hobby, providing you with inspiration and guidance as you collect stunning miniatures, build and paint them, and then play games with them against your friends. If you just purchased your first Combat Patrol or are considering doing so, this is the book for you.

This 184-page softcover book contains:
– What is Combat Patrol?: A brief overview of this skirmish battle system.
– The Hobby: Guidance on how to get your warriors from their box to the tabletop.
– Playing Combat Patrol: Missions, getting ready for battle, playing the battle, what happens after the battle, and advice for expanding your collection beyond the box.
– A Galaxy at War: Background of important locations in the galaxy, including details of seven contested war zones.
– The Factions: An overview of all the factions of the Imperium, Chaos, and Xenos.