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The Insidious World of the Skaven

The Skaven are rat-like creatures that live in the shadows of the realms and are known for their cunning, scheming, and insatiable lust for power.

The unique appearance and culture of the Skaven

The Skaven are humanoid-rat-like creatures that move through the Age of Sigmar realms in large hordes. Their society is strictly hierarchical, with powerful leaders and bitter rivalries between clans. This clan structure is central to Skaven culture, with each clan having its own specialty and battle tactics. Among the most famous clans are Clan Pestilens, which specializes in pestilence and plagues, and Clan Skryre, known for its dangerous machines and magical technologies. The Skaven are feared for their brutality and ruthlessness, which earns them numerous enemies in the Age of Sigmar universe.

Playing with the Skaven in Age of Sigmar

The Skaven armies in Age of Sigmar are known for their versatility and high model count. They offer players a wide range of units and play styles based on speed, superior numbers, and unconventional warfare tactics. The Skaven are a popular choice for players who want to specialize in surprise attacks and unorthodox strategies. Among the Skaven's unique units are the powerful Verminlords, known as the Demon Princes of the Skaven, and the Warplock Jezzails, which act as deadly snipers. Whether you are a veteran of the Warhammer universe or just diving into the world of Age of Sigmar, the Skaven offer a fascinating and challenging faction with which to strike fear into your opponents.