Perplexed by the dazzling array of choices? No worries, we’ve broken down several major playstyles and locked in the best faction for each, and even thrown in a bonus reserve option if the top dog in each category doesn’t appeal to you.īeing one of the most popular approaches to the series (the games are called Total War, after all), those looking to be a warmonger will find a lot of suitable options among the roster of factions, but perhaps the best is Chaos.Ĭhaos is one of the horde factions, meaning they don’t occupy settlements in the traditional way, so the need to continue moving and conquering is built into their DNA – perfect for anyone looking to pick a fight every chance they get. Then there’s the Lizardmen that wield magic to send their scaly influence across the land. Or go with the Tomb Kings and you can call upon ancient rites to grow a huge undead army.
You can side with the Skaven and charge at enemies with teeth at the ready.
