Spearhead Events & Leagues FAQ

Looking to play Warhammer Age of Sigmar: Spearhead at Mighty Melee Games? This FAQ covers the most common questions about our Spearhead events, one-day tournaments and seasonal leagues.

Mighty Melee Games is a dedicated tabletop wargaming venue and hobby store based in Market Drayton, serving players from Shropshire, Staffordshire, Cheshire, the West Midlands and beyond.

Spearhead offers fast, accessible games of Warhammer Age of Sigmar using fixed, self-contained forces. Whether you are playing your first game or competing for the top spot, you will find a friendly and welcoming community at MMG.

Warhammer Age of Sigmar: Spearhead at Mighty Melee Games

  • Seasonal Spearhead leagues
  • One-day Spearhead events and tournaments
  • Dedicated wargaming venue with suitable gaming mats and terrain
  • Active Discord community for arranging games and discussing the hobby
  • A welcoming environment for new and experienced players

Rules Queries and Refereeing

  1. The MMG event lead (referee) may not be a system expert for every game being played. They will, however, have access to the published rules.
  2. Players must bring and have access to the latest published rules, errata and FAQs relevant to the game system and their specific army or team. These must be made available for reference by themselves, their opponent and the event lead.
  3. Where specialist rules knowledge is required, the event lead may consult one or more experienced, neutral players who are not involved in, or directly affected by, the game in question.
  4. The event lead’s ruling is final for that game. To keep the event running to schedule, if a rule cannot be clarified within three minutes, the event lead will make a temporary ruling and play will continue.
  5. Where an event-wide clarification is required for later rounds, it will be communicated consistently to all players before the next round begins.

Frequently Asked Questions

What rules are used?

MMG Spearhead games use the current Warhammer Age of Sigmar Core Rules, the Spearhead Rules, the relevant Spearhead army rules and the gaming pack named on the event or league page.

The latest official FAQs, errata, rules updates and Battlescroll changes available at the time of the game also apply. Players should check the official Warhammer Age of Sigmar downloads before attending.

Which Spearhead gaming pack will we use?

The event or league page will identify the gaming pack being used. This may be Fire and Jade, Sand and Bone or another current Spearhead gaming pack.

Where a league permits games from more than one valid gaming pack, the players should agree which pack to use when arranging their game. If they cannot agree, the organiser will determine the pack.

Do I need to bring my own board, terrain or cards?

MMG provides the gaming board or mat and suitable terrain unless the event page says otherwise.

Players should bring their Spearhead army, current army rules, dice, measuring tools, tokens and the battle tactic cards required for the gaming pack. Please contact the organiser before the event if you are missing anything essential.

Which Spearhead army can I use?

You may use any official Spearhead army with current rules unless the event or league page states otherwise. Your force must use the models and unit composition specified by its Spearhead rules.

Check the event page carefully where a faction has more than one Spearhead or where updated rules have been published.

Can I change my Spearhead during a league or event?

This varies by event. Some leagues require you to use the same Spearhead army throughout, while other formats may allow you to change between rounds. The relevant event or league page is authoritative.

Regiment abilities and enhancements are selected during the pre-battle sequence in accordance with the Spearhead rules unless the event pack specifically states otherwise.

How long should a Spearhead game take?

Most Spearhead games should take approximately 60–90 minutes. MMG organised-play rounds are normally limited to 90 minutes unless the event or league page states otherwise.

Newer players may need longer while learning the rules. In leagues and casual games, players should agree their available time before starting and maintain a steady pace throughout.

Chess clocks are encouraged but are not mandatory. It is important that the available playing time is shared equally between both players. If a chess clock is used, each player should receive half of the total round time.

Players who would like to use a chess clock can download the free, advert-free Chess Clock by Chess.com for Apple devices or Android devices.

For a 90-minute game, set the clock to 45 minutes per player with no increment or delay.

Are battle tactic cards public or private information?

Your current hand of battle tactic cards and the cards remaining in your draw deck are private information.

All discarded cards are public information and must be kept face up, regardless of when or why they are discarded. This includes cards discarded at the end of a turn, cards discarded before drawing back up to three at the start of the second and later battle rounds, cards used for their command and cards scored as battle tactics.

  • Cards in your hand: private information.
  • Cards remaining in your draw deck: private information and kept face down.
  • All discarded cards: public information and kept face up.

Players may review public, face-up information, but should not pick up or handle an opponent’s cards without permission. Players must never inspect an opponent’s hand or draw deck unless a rule specifically permits it.

How do I arrange league games?

League games are arranged through the MMG Community Discord. Players should contact their opponent promptly after pairings are announced, respond within a reasonable time and offer more than one realistic opportunity to play during the round.

If arranging the game becomes difficult, contact the organiser before the round deadline. When deciding whether reasonable efforts were made, the organiser will consider the timing and content of both players’ communication.

Do I need to join the MMG Community Discord?

Yes for leagues, and it is strongly recommended for events. Pairings, game scheduling, announcements and important updates are managed through the MMG Community Discord.

How are pairings, results and standings managed?

The event or league page will explain how pairings, results and standings are managed. Depending on the format, this may be through an event platform, the MMG Community Discord or directly by the organiser.

What happens if a league game cannot be arranged?

The organiser will review the circumstances and determine the outcome based on player communication, availability and the reasonable effort made by both players to arrange the game.

Contact the organiser before the round deadline if you are experiencing difficulty arranging your game.

If neither player is considered responsible for the game not being played, the organiser may record an administrative draw of 18–18.

What happens if my opponent forfeits or fails to play a league game?

If a player is awarded a win because their opponent forfeits, withdraws or fails to make a reasonable effort to play the game, the active player will receive a 20–0 victory.

The other player will receive a 0–20 loss.

What happens if I receive a bye?

Unless the relevant event or league pack states otherwise, a bye awarded by the organiser will be recorded as a 20–0 victory.

Can I concede a game?

Players may concede a game. Any concession should be reported to the organiser.

Unless the relevant event or league pack states otherwise, a concession will be recorded as a 20–0 victory for the opponent and a 0–20 loss for the conceding player.

How are drawn games scored?

A game that is played and ends in a draw will be recorded using the actual victory points scored by both players.

If the organiser awards an administrative draw for a game that was not played, it will normally be recorded as 18–18.

Do my models need to be painted?

No. There’s no Grey Shame at MMG. Your Spearhead does not need to be fully painted to take part in our events or leagues.

No additional victory points are awarded for having a fully painted army. We want players to enjoy their games without feeling pressured to rush their painting.

Can I use proxies or 3D-printed models?

Reasonable proxies and 3D-printed models may be permitted. They must use the correct base size, be appropriately sized and be clearly identifiable as the unit they represent.

If a model is not immediately recognisable, please send the organiser a photograph for approval before the event. The organiser’s decision is final.

What standard of play is expected?

All games are played in accordance with the MMG Spirit of Play. Players are expected to communicate clearly, treat their opponent and their belongings with respect, and avoid seeking information or advantages outside the rules.

If a disagreement occurs, pause the game and ask the organiser or a member of staff for a ruling. Do not allow an unresolved rules question to spoil the game.

Who do I contact if I have a rules question?

Contact the organiser through the MMG Community Discord or speak to a member of staff at the venue.

Community Spearhead Resources

For Theo’s regularly updated rankings, army analysis and other useful Spearhead information, visit the BattleClash Spearhead Tier List.

BattleClash is an independent community resource rather than an official Games Workshop publication or MMG ruling, but it is a useful source of current Spearhead insight and discussion.

Useful Links

Can’t find the answer you’re looking for? Join the MMG Community Discord or contact us and we will be happy to help.