Sway

I think it's a pretty safe bet that clearing up rules like this is going to be their first priority. Card decks would be flipping fantastic.

As long as we continue to get our fluff fix from the Chronicles I'm okay with losing all (or most) of the fluff from the big book.

If every model is getting updated rules, perhaps we'll see a single Rules Manual and faction books to give us model stats? And I think it's a given that updated cards will be made available for purchase. They already sell updated cards so the precedent is there. I have to say I'm nervous. Sure Malifaux as is has some obtuse rulings and there are certainly some models that are could stand to be upgraded. So if this is updated Malifaux that still plays like current Malifaux (i.e. D&D 3.0 to 3.5) then I'll be ecstatic. If it's a truly new version of Malifaux (i.e. D&D 3.5 to 4E) then I'll be cautiously optimistic. Still, in Wyrd I trust. I can't wait for May 31st!

Can Shikome use her Hunting Partner ability on a model that Marcus has temporarily turned into a Beast using his Feral spell? I would think that the Hunting Partner would wear off when Feral wears off but I can't find anything in the Rules Manual that would indicate that a spell with a permanent effect wears off if the target no longer meets the original requirements. I did a search on the forums and couldn't find an answer.

Where is Team Marcus? Do we have any new beasts in this book?

What I really want is help filling this list out. Especially the information like M&SU Member, Beast, Construct, Guardsman, etc. So we know what masters can use what. I've gone through and added the cards we know already.

I just got my order delivered and was amazed to discover that, in addition to my free Miss Demeanor model, I also got a duplicate Death Marshall. And not just any Death Marshal, but the Guild Autopsy proxy! Mr. Invincible himself! On the other hand, I really hope this doesn't mean someone else's pack is missing a model...

I'm a relatively (five games) new player using Marcus as my first master. While it's quite possible to play a variety of styles with Marcus depending on what animals you bring, I play him because of his speed and I bring speedy models with me. I love that I can play most games by focusing on objectives rather than just killing my opponent. Marcus himself is great because his Wildheart ability allows him to be excellent at one thing at a time. I tend to use the speed and Df boost to get into position and let the enemy come to me. Then I boost Cb and to damage put the hurt on whoever dares approach me. Lack of attack power is Marcus's big weakness. Most of his minions either don't hit hard enough or don't last long enough to continue to hit hard. But I've loved the challenge of learning to play the game without rushing into combat. Visual unity really isn't so hard. Avoid the bright colors of the Marcus box set art and you'll be fine. Once I find time I plan to have mostly dark blues, purples, and grey in my paint scheme. And remember, he's getting an alternate model so if you wait, you may find that one more to your liking. I recommend some of the Marcus diaries to get you excited and to learn more about his playstyle.