Across the far-flung worlds of the Imperium of Mankind, in a galaxy riven by warp storms and unceasing conflict, the armies of Humanity battle for survival.  With the Imperium already standing upon the brink of annihilation, the Tyranid hive fleets emerge from the cold void between the stars.  The Space Marines stand as the last line of defense between the ravenous Tyranids and the beleaguered worlds of the Imperium.

This set contains everything you need in order to begin your journey into the Warhammer 40,000 hobby.  Whether you want o learn more about the Space Marines and their Tyranid foes, collect an army of impressively detailed miniatures, do battle against your friends or all of the above, this set provides an excellent starting point.  Alongside two forces of highly detailed Citadel miniatures - the genetically enhanced defenders of Humanity that are the Space Marines, and the ravenous Tyranids - you'll find a booklet containing the Warhammer 40,000 Core Rules.  Also included are datasheets for all of the models in your set as well as a handbook filled with build guides, rules tutorials and exciting training missions.  Together, the contents of this set allow you to deploy your models onto the battlefield and begin playing action-packed games of Warhammer 40,000.

THIS BOX CONTAINS:

• 72-page Core Rules booklet
• 72-page handbook
• 2 reference sheets
• 10 dice
• 1 Space Marines transfer sheet
• 2 range rulers
• 2 gaming boards
• 1 STC Hab-bunker
• 4 Stockades

INCLUDES 44 CITADEL MINIATURES:

Space Marines:

• Captain in Terminator Armour
• 5 Terminators
• Librarian in Terminator Armour
• 5 Infernus Marines

Tyranids:

• Tyranid Prime
• 5 Barbgaunts
• 3 Von Ryan's Leapers
• Psychophage
• 20 Termagants
• 2 Ripper Swarms