“We are the light in the darkness, the sword in the silence, the last true hope of a dying world.”
On the gleaming island of Ulthuan, where marble towers pierce the heavens and dragons soar through storm-wreathed skies, dwell the High Elves, the eldest and most noble of all the mortal races. They are the keepers of ancient wisdom, wielders of sorcery beyond comprehension, and warriors whose martial discipline has been honed over millennia.
To collect the High Elves is to take command of an army of refined destruction. They are precision incarnate, flawless warriors, spellcasters, and beast-masters who fight not for conquest or glory, but to preserve a crumbling world from the chaos that gnaws at its edges. If you dream of armies that strike like lightning and shine like the sun, the High Elves await.
An Age of Splendor: The History of Ulthuan
The High Elves, or Asur, were the first great civilisation of the Old World. Long ago, they tamed the winds of magic, built cities of crystal and marble, and stood against the gods themselves. But their golden age was shattered by the Sundering, a brutal civil war that split their race, giving birth to the vengeful Dark Elves.
Since then, the High Elves have watched the world with weary eyes, fighting constant wars to defend their island and the last remnants of their glory. Ruled by the Phoenix King and guided by the ever-mysterious White Tower of Hoeth, they are a people burdened by destiny and the bitter weight of immortality.
Ulthuan may be beautiful, but it is beset by enemies on all sides and the Asur will not let it fall.
Play Style: Discipline, Speed, and Magic Supremacy
The High Elves reward smart generals with their unique blend of elite units, powerful spellcasting, and pinpoint precision. Their armies are fast, flexible, and absolutely unforgiving when used properly.
• Always Strikes First: In close combat, High Elves strike before their enemies, almost always, which can turn duels and melees into bloodbaths in your favour.
• High Leadership and Skill: Your troops rarely break and rarely miss. Precision is their hallmark.
• Versatile Magic: The High Elves wield High Magic, a unique lore that can drain enemy spells, boost defenses, and smite with fury.
• Elite Roster: Even their basic units are deadly; even their monsters are majestic.
• Combined Arms: Infantry, cavalry, mages, archers, and dragons all working together in perfect harmony.
They’re not about overwhelming numbers. They’re about overwhelming excellence.
Key Units: The Finest Troops in the World
Every High Elf unit is a work of art, graceful in form, deadly in function.
• Spearmen: Your core line troops, wielding long spears with martial precision.
• Archers: Deadly with longbows, able to soften enemies from afar before the decisive charge.
• Swordmasters of Hoeth: Blademasters trained in deadly arts. They are lightning-fast, armour-piercing, and elegant.
• White Lions of Chrace: Cloaked in lion pelts, wielding massive axes, and fearless in the face of monsters.
• Phoenix Guard: Silent warriors blessed with foresight. They are unbreakable, ethereal, and terrifying.
• Eagle Claw Bolt Throwers: Precision artillery that skewer enemies in deadly arcs of magical steel.
• Great Eagles: Swift, intelligent birds that harass flanks and tear apart artillery crews.
• Dragons and Phoenixes: Ancient beasts of legend, bonded to your lords and ready to turn the tide of battle.
This isn’t an army of brute force. It’s a symphony of destruction, and you’re the conductor.
Legendary Characters of the High Elves
Tyrion – Defender of Ulthuan
The greatest living warrior of the Asur, Tyrion is the reincarnation of Aenarion the Defender and the very embodiment of martial perfection. With his magical blade Sunfang, and clad in enchanted armour, Tyrion leads from the front. He is undaunted, unmatched, and unyielding.
Teclis – The World’s Greatest Mage
Tyrion’s twin brother and polar opposite, Teclis is frail in body but unmatched in magical prowess. He has stood against Chaos gods, defeated Daemons, and taught humanity how to harness magic. His presence on the battlefield is a force multiplier and a nightmare for any enemy spellcaster.
Alarielle the Radiant – Everqueen of Avelorn
The living avatar of Isha, goddess of life, Alarielle embodies hope and healing. Her powers soothe allies and devastate the undead and Daemonic. She brings both grace and wrath to battle. She is truly the soul of the High Elves made manifest.
Caradryan – Captain of the Phoenix Guard
Chosen by fate, Caradryan leads the mysterious Phoenix Guard, knowing the hour of his death and yet never flinches. He strikes with chilling calm, wreathed in fire and prophecy. On the battlefield, he is death incarnate to those who threaten the Eternal Flame.
Why Collect the High Elves?
The High Elves are an army of elegance and deadliness, of light and fire and fate. Collecting them means painting flowing robes, gleaming armour, and magical beasts. They offer beauty for the hobbyist, complexity for the tactician, and epic storytelling for the dreamer.
They are tragic heroes fighting for a world slipping into ruin—champions of a forgotten age who still dare to hope. Whether you want to master magic, unleash precision violence, or ride dragons into the fray, the High Elves let you shine like a star amid the darkness.
“We are the Asur. The storm may break, the mountains may fall, but our light will never fade.”
So ready your blade, harness the winds of magic, and step into the age-old struggle for the soul of the world. Ulthuan stands and you will see it does not fall.
(Warhammer Fantasy) Faction Guide: High Elves
