description Trench Crusade Overview
Co-created by Tuomas Pirinen and concept artist Mike Franchina, Trench Crusade is a grimdark alternate-history skirmish miniatures game. It is set in a timeline where a group of Templars opened a gateway to Hell during the First Crusade, resulting in an apocalyptic World War I fought against literal demonic armies. The game focuses on brutal, close-quarters trench warfare and utilizes a narrative-driven campaign system. It is aimed at mature audiences and hobbyists who enjoy dark, religiously themed horror and converting highly detailed miniatures.
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Trench Crusade ranks #10 of 195 in the Miniatures Game ranking, behind Mordheim, ahead of Middle-earth Strategy Battle Game.
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What caused the endless war in Trench Crusade's setting?
Its alternate history begins with heretical crusaders opening the gates of Hell during the medieval Crusades. By 1914, forces such as New Antioch and the Trench Pilgrims are fighting infernal armies with rifles, artillery, and religious relics.
Who created Trench Crusade?
The setting grew from artwork by Mike Franchina, with game design by Tuomas Pirinen, known for Mordheim. James Sherriff also helped develop the project and its distinctive grim religious imagery.
Which factions can players command in Trench Crusade?
The initial range includes six principal warbands, among them New Antioch, the Trench Pilgrims, the Heretic Legions, and the Sultanate of the Iron Wall. Each approaches the same skirmish rules with different troops, equipment, and supernatural powers.
Can Trench Crusade be played with unofficial miniatures?
The game supports miniature-agnostic play, so players can use suitable models from other ranges or custom 3D prints. Official miniatures exist, but the downloadable rules do not require a proprietary starter box.
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