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Warmachine is a tabletop miniatures wargame produced by Privateer Press, first released in 2003. Set in the Iron Kingdoms, a fantasy steampunk world, the game focuses on battles between armies led by warcasters who control powerful mechanikal constructs called warjacks. Players collect and paint miniatures representing these forces and engage in tactical combat using dice and measuring tools. The game has developed a competitive organized-play scene with regular tournaments and is known for its focus on combined arms tactics and resource management.

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When was Warmachine first released?

Privateer Press released the original Warmachine game in 2003. Its setting is the Iron Kingdoms, a fantasy world combining magic, industrial technology, and steam-powered war machines.

What is a warcaster in Warmachine?

A warcaster is the army leader who controls mechanikal warjacks through focus and battlefield abilities. This makes the leader more than a normal infantry commander because the warcaster directly powers and coordinates the army's machines.

What are warjacks?

Warjacks are steam-powered mechanikal constructs that fight under a warcaster's control. They can carry heavy weapons, use specialized melee systems, and often have interchangeable head or weapon options.

How is Warmachine connected to Hordes?

Warmachine and Hordes are separate miniatures games designed within the broader Iron Kingdoms setting and traditionally use different resource systems. Warmachine warcasters manage focus for warjacks, while Hordes warlocks manage fury generated by warbeasts.

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