Khazalite Holds Rules Reveal: Ancestral Vows and Pre-Order Details

Key points

• The Khazalite Holds Army Set goes up for pre-order on Saturday, October 17, 2026.
• The new 'Ancestral Vows' system allows players to invoke divine powers from gods like Valaya and Grimnir once per battle round.
• The 'We Honour Valaya' vow provides healing and damage, while 'Grimnir's Wrath' boosts combat attacks and strike-first capabilities.
• Gholems of Gazul feature an 'Armour-Crushing Swings' ability that forces opponents to choose between sidestepping or taking reduced save rolls.
• The army includes a passive ability, 'Gazul, Remember the Fallen,' which boosts attack characteristics for units that have lost at least half their models.

Background

The Khazalite Holds faction was first unveiled in September 2026 during the Big Autumn Preview, marking a significant shift for the duardin race in Warhammer Age of Sigmar. On October 9, 2026, it was announced that the Fyreslayers faction would be integrated into the new Khazalite Holds battletome, transforming them into an elite assault unit within the broader faction. On October 12, 2026, Games Workshop revealed the first half of the battle traits, focusing on the 'Grudge Mark' system, which grants buffs based on enemy slights or unit losses. The current release completes the ruleset by detailing the 'Ancestral Vows' and unit-specific abilities.

How outlets are covering it

Warhammer Community provides a detailed breakdown of the specific rules for the Ancestral Vows, emphasizing the strategic choice between healing, combat buffs, and mobility. Wargamer focuses on the physical product, highlighting the aesthetic return to old-school Dwarf designs and the contents of the Army Set, including the Oathkeeper Cannon and hero Hjulda Drakkblud. Both outlets confirm the pre-order date of October 17, 2026, though Warhammer Community notes it as 'Saturday' while Wargamer specifies the date. Wargamer also contextualizes the release alongside the new pre-painted 40k terrain, whereas Warhammer Community focuses solely on the Age of Sigmar rules.

Why it matters

The release of the Khazalite Holds rules and Army Set marks a major update for Warhammer Age of Sigmar players, introducing a new faction with deep lore and mechanical depth. The integration of Fyreslayers and the new Ancestral Vows system offer players fresh strategic options, while the pre-order availability allows enthusiasts to secure the new miniatures and rules before general release.

What to watch

Players can pre-order the Khazalite Holds Army Set starting October 17, 2026. Games Workshop is expected to reveal the three Armies of Renown in the battletome later in the week, including a coalition of Khazalites and Kharadron Overlords. Further updates on the Fyreslayers integration and unit retirements to Warhammer Legends may also be announced.