The Tau know better than to attempt talks with the Black Templars;
war is the only language those Humans speak.

Tau Ethereal

The Tau Empire is governed by the concept that it is only right and noble for the individual to set his own desires aside for the Greater Good of the empire. This guiding principle has allowed the Tau to flourish by minimising internal conflict. Unlike most alien races that Humanity has encountered, the Tau are not overtly hostile, though they will fight fiercely to protect those territories they have claimed as their own. The rapid progress of the Tau is pushing them further into occupied areas of the galaxy, and this expansion has inevitably brought them into conflict with Man and other alien races.

Collecting, painting, and fielding a brand-new army for Warhammer 40,000 may seem a bit daunting at first. Fear not! On the following pages, you'll find loads of useful information on how to assemble your models and then give them a basic paint job with a minimal number of colours. There's even a fun mission you can play with just a few models. This way, you can start playing right away as you gradually amass your Tau army.

It's time to get started, so gather your clippers, glue, and paints. Armies don't paint themselves, you know!

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