My name is Tyrion. I live in Bunbury, Western Australia. I enjoy playing Rpgs and collecting miniatures which is combined in Warhammer Fantasy Battles which my site is mainly about.All references refer to shops/place located in Bunbury, Perth, WA or even Australia. I wish to thank Games workshop for the information and pictures I use, The warhammer webring for much information on magic items.
The High Elves are one of the most ancient and civilized of all the races that populate the Warhammer World. From their island home of Ulthuan the High Elves have sailed and explored more of the known world than any other race from as far afield as Norsca and Cathay.Incredibly refined, the High Elves have a reputation for being haughty, and rightly so the High Elves would say, for the settlements of other races are not fit for the beasts of Ulthuan. When it comes to culture, none can touch the glorious cities and developments of the High Elves. THE ELVEN WARRIOR - High Elves may be the most subtle of all races, but do not underestimate them in times of battle. Although elegant and graceful, all Elves are deceptively strong. High Elves are masters at the arms they bear be it swords, spears, or lances. Their sharp eyes and dexterity make them excellent archers as well. ELITES - There are several types of High Elf elite infantry. The Sword Masters are perhaps the most feared of all - troops wielding the Elven greatswords so superlatively that they get the bonus for double-handed weapons without the penalty (always striking last).The shrine of Asuryan is protected by the Phoenix Guard, mighty warriors armed with halberds. The personal bodyguard of the Phoenix King himself are the White Lions of Chrace, renowned axe-wielding troops that are famous for their ferocity and strength.The Shadow Warriors are from the outer provinces of the North, survivors of the many Dark Elf raids. These troops can skirmish, as they are well-used to guerrilla warfare. The Shadow Warriors prefer hit-and-run attacks, and still hold a bitter grudge against their arch-enemies the DarkElves. REPEATER BOLT THROWER - High Elves do not depend on cumbersome and sometimes unreliable war machines like other races, the High Elves prefer to put trust in their high quality infantry and bow skill. The exception to this is the Repeater Bolt Thrower.Operated by a crew of two, the bolt thrower can rain a shower of deadly steel-tipped darts into the foe. Due to the power of the bolt thrower, no armor save is allowed - a devastating weapon against heavily armored knights! ELVEN CAVALRY - The flower of Elven Warriors are without a doubt the Knights. There are several different types of Elven Cavalry, but all are mounted on the speedy and agile Elven horses. Silver Helm Knights and the Dragon Princes of Caledor are both excellent shock troops. Armed with lances, these units can charge across the battlefield and straight through opposing units. The Dragon Princes are a little more heavily armored than Silver Helms, giving them added protection. The Reaver Knights are made up of the youngest and most headstrong of the nobles' sons. Tirelessly patrolling the most dangerous areas, the Reaver Knights can fight with either bows or spears. While not as devastating on the charge as Silver Helms or Dragon Knights, the Reaver Knights are more flexible and not as expensive points-wise. HIGH MAGIC No mention of High Elves is complete without touching on High Elven Sorcerers. The powerful magics and fiery blasts of wizardry have won many battles for the High Elves in the past. In fact, the High Elves are some of the most potent Sorcerers in all the Warhammer World. Wise High Elf Generals try to include at least one Wizard in all their battle forces.STARTING YOUR OWN ARMY If you are interested in building and collecting your own High Elf army, then the place to start is the Warhammer Armies High Elf book. This essential tome details all the background and history of the High Elves, including the great Civil War that occurred when the Dark Elves rebelled, turning to foul rights and darker gods. Also packed into the book are full army lists and troop descriptions, including everything from the Lothern Sea Guard to the Tiranoc Charioteers. You can also find special characters for the High Elves, so you can field Teclis the High Elf Mage Lord and others in your army. As with all Warhammer Army books, there are full-color miniature shots and loads of artwork that you can reference when painting your own models. So assemble the cavalry to charge, signal the archers to take careful aim, and prepare for battle. After all, if the High Elves don't rule the world, they'll have to put up with the injustices and inadequacies of another lesser race!