A young and ambitious race that is united in purpose, the Tau seek to bring
enlightenment and unity to those who join them. Those who refuse will be
taught the errors of their ways.
While
the races of the galaxy tear each other apart, the Tau grow stronger and
stronger. On the Eastern Fringe of the galaxy, far from the power
of Terra, world after world has fallen to the dynamic advance of the Tau.
At the forefront of this rapid expansion are the warriors of the Fire
caste. Unfettered by Mankind's superstition toward and fear of technology,
the Fire Warriors go into battle carrying weapons of immense power. Many
of their elite warriors fight encased in battlesuits that can withstand
the fiercest of attacks while delivering highly mobile firepower.
The Fire caste is supported by three others: the Air caste, which provides air and space transit; the Earth caste, which engineers and builds everything the Tau need; and the Water caste, which ensures Tau society runs smoothly. Finally, there is the Ethereal caste, which has led the other four castes since uniting them thousands of years ago.
Led by these mysterious Ethereals and accompanied by alien allies whose cultures have been subsumed into the Tau Empire, the Tau believe that the very stars will be reforged in the cause of the Greater Good.
Codex: Tau Empire is one in a series of Warhammer 40,000 game supplements. Each book in the series describes an army, its background, and its heroes in detail. Inside, you will find:
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Tau Fire Warrior |
The complete Tau army list that allows you to choose your forces for a tabletop battle. It features the Kroot, savage mercenary allies; and the Vespid, swift, winged auxiliaries that fight for their Tau masters. This section of the book also includes information on wargear, battlesuit systems, and vehicle upgrades.
Background
An expansive overview of the Tau Empire, covering its origins,
culture, major worlds, and its methods of waging war.
Hobby Section
Sixteen full-colour pages packed with advice and tips on
collecting, modelling, and painting a Tau army.
Special Characters
This section of the book details three renowned Tau characters:
the senior Ethereal Aun'Va; the renegade Commander Farsight; and Commander
Shadowsun,
the emergent heroine of the Tau Third Phase Expansion.
Next: Gathering the Troops
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