What’s Included in Proving Grounds?
Proving Grounds introduces several exciting features that add depth, customization, and clarity to your BLKOUT experience.
1. Force Creation
The centerpiece of Proving Grounds is the force creation system.
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Players can now build forces from a broader perspective, moving beyond the predefined groups found in faction boxes.
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Take command of one of the core powers:
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The Authority
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The Chimera
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The Headless
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For those with a mercenary streak, there’s flexibility to mix in some hired guns!
Each faction includes a force card and a selection of unit cards, offering exciting customization options. Specialized units and abilities allow for highly personalized forces for players seeking thematic flair.
This system provides the freedom to combine units and tailor your play style, balancing mobility, firepower, and strategy like never before.
2. Enhanced Line of Sight System
Line of sight in BLKOUT has always been straightforward, but competitive play can sometimes lead to disagreements. To keep things fair and frustration-free, Proving Grounds introduces a streamlined, no-nonsense system:
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Binary Decisions: Line of sight is now a strict “yes or no” system. A model either has cover or it doesn’t based on if line of sight can be drawn to its base.
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Line of Sight Aids: Custom tools have been developed to help players determine if infantry-sized models benefit from cover. These aids ensure that rulings are quick, clear, and consistent.
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Tactical movement: Models will benefit from cover based on their distance to it. If you're above someone they'll have to be closer to it. You'll plunge fire down on them from above.
By removing ambiguity, this system encourages smoother gameplay and minimizes disputes, so players can focus on their strategies instead of arguing over cover.
With these features, Proving Grounds offers a more flexible and competitive way to enjoy BLKOUT. Whether you’re experimenting with new force combinations or enjoying the included scenarios, this system brings something fresh to the table.