As armies of millions of soldiers clash across the fields of thousands of worlds, specialized teams of elite agents are sent on dangerous covert missions to seize key objectives. Formed from the most skilled and independent individuals, these so-called kill teams employ strange and occult abilities to carry out tasks that are beyond the reach of a mighty army.

The new edition of Warhammer 40,000: Kill Team has been reworked to provide the best possible skirmish tabletop experience, with experienced agents engaged in bloody close-quarters combat as they race to complete their missions. Within this book, you will find the complete rules for playing Kill Team, as well as a series of missions to undertake, the dark background of the grim darkness of the 41st millennium, and insights into the factions that struggle in the shadows.

The Book

This 144-page book is the ultimate resource for kill team commanders and contains all the information needed to collect, assemble, paint, and play in the world of Warhammer 40,000: Kill Team.

Ten Thousand Years of War

The book opens with a summary of the history of the 41st millennium, including details of the Imperium's massive military power and the forces it faces in its constant wars for the cosmos. It then presents the kill teams and the squads at the players' service and recounts their deployments across myriad war zones throughout the galaxy.

Basic Rules

The first section of rules includes the basic concepts needed to start fighting in Kill Team, including the required tools, phases of play, and the agents' datasheets.

Killzone

Here you will find the rules and guidelines for the terrains that interact with your matches, along with examples of boards and directions for managing movements over, around, and through terrains.

Ways to Play

Once you've learned the basics, discover the three main ways to play and the missions you can undertake.

Casual Matches

A play style suitable for newcomers to Kill Team, the ideal starting point for practicing in a relaxed environment. However, it is not reserved only for new players, as more experienced commanders can use the rules to create missions and bring thrilling themed matches suitable for seasoned veterans to life.

Balanced Matches

Being the most balanced play style, balanced matches offer the opportunity to create tactical clashes with immediate decisions. Each kill team uses only the weapons and basic equipment on their datasheet, so players must carefully plan their moves to outmaneuver the enemy and achieve victory.

Narrative Matches Op Spec

The narrative campaigns illustrated by the new Op Spec rules allow you to transform your kill team from rough recruits to seasoned veterans, gaining followers and special abilities. As teams complete objectives and earn rewards, even against opponents not participating in the Op Spec campaign, decisions will impact the future of the agents and transform clashes into a vivid narrative experience full of cinematic moments.

Crucial Operations Mission Pack

A selection of 9 engaging missions designed for a good balance in balanced matches, but also very enjoyable in casual matches and narrative Op Spec matches.

Op Tat

A series of secondary objectives to use in various types of missions. The Op Tat are hidden from the opponent, allowing commanders to decide their strategy in advance and adjust it based on the opponent's actions.

Appendix

The book concludes with a handy reference section full of special rules and abilities, as well as an overview of the various markers, indicators, and accessories used in Kill Team matches.