BLOOD BOWL: GNOME TEAM

Description

Blood Bowl: Gnome Team – The Glimdwarrow Groundhogs

The Gnome Team brings a completely unique, mischievous, and magical element to the brutal world of Blood Bowl. Unlike the heavy-hitting Orcs or the swift Elves, Gnomes rely on cunning, trickery, and their loyal woodland companions to achieve victory. Known officially as the Glimdwarrow Groundhogs, this roster is perfect for coaches who enjoy disrupting their opponent’s plans and utilizing unexpected magical abilities.

This comprehensive multipart plastic kit provides everything needed to field these diminutive yet determined players. If you are looking for a high-skill, high-fun team that relies on agility and misdirection rather than brute force, the Gnome Team is an essential addition to your tabletop game collection.

Lore: The Magic of Misdirection

Gnomes approach Blood Bowl with a sense of theatrical flair and a profound love for nature. They view the game as a grand spectacle, often using their innate magical abilities—specifically illusions—to confuse and distract the opposition. Their connection to the forest means they are often accompanied by loyal animal friends who play crucial roles on the pitch.

While they may lack the raw strength of larger races, their determination is boundless. They are masters of the surprise play, turning a seemingly hopeless situation into a scoring opportunity through clever use of magic and the agility of their Woodland Foxes.

Role on the Pitch: Agility, Magic, and Animal Companions

The Gnome Team excels at control and movement. Their strategy revolves around swarming the opponent with numerous, plucky Gnome Linemen while using specialized players to create chaos and score. They are a true finesse team, rewarding precise positioning and tactical thinking.

Key Player Roles:

• Gnome Linemen: Plucky and numerous, these players form the bulk of the team, relying on their low profile and determination to hold the line.
• Woodland Foxes: These swift and agile creatures are the primary ball carriers and scorers. Their incredible speed allows them to dart through gaps created by the Gnomes.
• Gnome Illusionists: The magical core of the team. They use illusions to block sightlines, confuse opponents, and generally cause mayhem, providing crucial tactical advantages.
• Gnome Beastmasters: These players bring their loyal animal companions—either a hardy badger or a flighty goose—onto the pitch, adding extra bodies and unique abilities to the team’s defense or offense.

Kit Contents and Customization

This fantastic Blood Bowl kit allows for extensive customization, ensuring your Glimdwarrow Groundhogs look unique. The models are rich in character, making them a rewarding painting project for any hobbyist.

This multipart plastic kit builds the Glimdwarrow Groundhogs, comprising 14 players:

• Eight Gnome Linemen
• Two Woodland Foxes
• Two Gnome Illusionists
• Two Gnome Beastmasters

Customization Options:

The kit includes four head options that can be used with any of the four different Lineman bodies, as well as two alternative heads for each of the other positions. The Beastmasters have a choice of staff toppers, as well as either goose or badger friends to accompany them.

In addition, there are two double-sided Blood Bowl coins, two turn and re-roll markers, four balls, and a transfer sheet to complete your team’s look. Secure this set and unleash the whimsical chaos of the Gnomes!

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