Formations & Skirmishers - How does it work? | Beginner Guide | Warhammer | Old World Legends Show

In this episode, the Old World Legends team dives deep into one of the most misunderstood and FAQ-cluttered sections of the Warhammer: The Old World rules — Skirmishers and Open Order formations. We go through exactly how these units are supposed to function, what changed with the latest FAQ, and why so many players (including tournament judges!) are still debating how to play them correctly. Here’s what we cover: ⚔️ What Are Skirmishers? We break down the basics — how loose formation units move, reform, and engage in combat. Learn when they rank up, when they don’t, and how command groups and characters interact once combat begins. 🏹 Open Order Formations — Not Just Skirmishers! Open Order is a different rule entirely — we explain which units use it (like Dwarf Rangers or certain Empire troops), how it affects movement, line of sight, and rank bonuses. 📏 FAQ Confusion — What Changed? The 1.5.1 FAQ tried to clarify some things… and ended up raising a dozen more questions. We discuss the biggest problems players are encountering: Do Skirmishers still get supporting attacks in two ranks under the new “Press of Battle” rule? Can Open Order units declare charges the same way ranked infantry can? How do templates and magical effects interact with spread-out formations? What happens when characters with different formations join these units? And how do you even measure distances correctly in all this chaos? 🧠 OWL Rulings — Rules as Intended! We also go through how Old World Legends interprets these edge cases for clarity and tournament consistency. If you’ve ever disagreed mid-game about how Skirmishers rank up or who counts as being “in base contact,” this video’s for you. 🏆 Our Takeaway: These units add tons of tactical flavor and realism — but without clear rulings, they can slow games to a crawl. We’ll walk you through how to keep your matches fair, fast, and fun using consistent interpretations and examples. 🧭 Join the Discussion and Get Clarifications on Our Discord: 👉   / discord   Whether you’re a Dwarf Ranger, a Beastman Ambusher, or an Empire Huntsman trying to play it right — this breakdown will help you master Skirmishers, understand Open Order, and navigate the tangled web of the FAQ!