https://docs.google.com/document/d/1wi3otszbTKec0L_gfQJeue6kQAFrh0mU6iBRdEbY6g0 <- Living rulespack.
Introduction
Entry Fee
€40 (€45 for non-NAF members*)
Payment can be made via paypal to : unforgivenirl@gmail.com
Please remember to use Friends & Family option when paying.
*€5 for NAF registration.
Tournament Rules
Ashes Bowl will follow the guidelines for all NAF tournaments. Most recent version is
available here - https://www.thenaf.net/tournaments/nafdocs/
The event will follow the NAF rules clarifications and recommendations document found herehttps://www.thenaf.net/naf-recommendations-and-clarifications-for-bb2025/ . We will adopt the latest Games Workshop’s Designer’s Commentary and Errata and Teams of Legend documents if any are released in time for the tournament. If the official GW errata supersedes or contradicts the NAF recommendations we will adopt the GW ruling. Any publications released by Games Workshop before March 30th 2026 (such as a new Spike! Magazine or rules in miniature packs) are also eligible for use.
This is a resurrection tournament – rosters will be reset to match the submitted roster after each round. Games will follow the exhibition match rules in the Blood Bowl 2025 rule book page 114 except where changes are made below.
Round 1 matchups will be randomly determined. Swiss-style pairings will apply from Round 2 onwards.
Ashes Bowl will be a 5 round tournament with the following the timetable below.
Ashes Bowl is Naf Sanctioned.
https://member.thenaf.net/index.php?module=NAF&type=tournaments&func=view&id=10769
https://tourplay.net/en/blood-bowl/ashes-bowl-2026/
Ashes Bowl is proud to be part of the Irish Tournament Series
https://member.thenaf.net/index.php?module=NAF&type=tournamentseries&func=view&id=115
Discord
Invite : https://discord.gg/Et2U789rQy
Channel : https://discord.com/channels/774733720011145246/1171610527970103367
Time Table
Saturday
9:30: Registration
10:00-12.30 Round 1
13:00-15:30 Round 2
16:00-18.30 Round 3
Sunday
10:00-12.30 Round 4
13:00-15:30 Round 5
15:30-16:00 Closing Ceremony
What to Bring
Dice: 3 Block Dice, 2D6, a D8 and a D16 are necessary to play.
Team: You will need a set of suitable figures to represent your team painted to a minimum standard of 3 colours and based. Non GW teams are welcome as long as different positionals are distinguishable.
Board: Although some spare boards will be available we strongly recommend you bring your own board so as not to be caught out. 2016+ boards.
Skill markers: Some method of marking the skills you have taken on your team on the individual players. It makes play much easier and faster.
Roster Building
You must build your roster according to the Blood Bowl Third Season rulebook except where changes are indicated below.
You may build a roster of up to the gold indicated by the row your team is on in the table below. Your gold can also be used to purchase inducements or star players from the lists below. In addition to this you may add skills using Skill points (SP). The number of skill points available to your team is indicated by its row on the table. A skill point can be used to take any primary skill a player has access to. In addition you may spend 2SP to take a secondary skill or stack two primary skills on a player. If you have 6SP, 7SP, or 8SP available only one secondary or stack is allowed. If your team has 9SP or 10SP available then 2 secondaries or stacks are available.
Notes:
Slann are not available for this tournament.
I have deliberately not given any limitations on Elite Skills.
6 SP (1 Secondary/ Stack)
1,100,000gp
Amazon, Old World Alliance
1,125,000gp
Wood Elves
1,150,000gp
Lizardmen
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7 SP (1 Secondary/ Stack)
1,100,000gp
Orcs, Nurgle, High Elves
1,125,000gp
Dark Elfs, Necromantic Horror, Underworld Denizens,
1,150,000gp
Humans, Shambling Undead, Skaven
1,175,000gp
Imperial Nobility, Vampires
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8 SP (1 Secondary/ Stack)
1,100,000gp
Bretonian
1,125,000gp
Chaos Chosen, Tomb Kings
1,150,000gp
Chaos Dwarfs, Norse
1,175,000gp
Chaos Renegades, Khorne
1,200,000gp
Dwarfs, Elven Union
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9 SP (2 Secondary/ Stack)
1,150,000gp
Black Orcs, Snotlings, Gnomes
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10 SP (2 Secondary/ Stack)
1,175,000gp
Goblins
1,200,000gp
Halflings, Ogre
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The following coaching staff may also be purchased.
0-8 Re-Rolls, at cost depending on race.
0-6 Assistant coaches for 10k.
0-12 Cheerleaders for 5k.
0-1 Apothecary, depending on race 50k.
0-3 Dedicated fans for 5k,
Inducements from the following list can be added at the listed price.
Inducements from the following list can be added at the listed price.
0-1 Team Mascot for 25k, available to all teams.
0-1 Weather Mage for 25k, available to all teams.
0-2 Blitzers Best Kegs for 50k each, available to all teams.
0-3 Bribes for 100k each, or 50k each for "Bribery and Corruption" teams.
0-1 Josef Bugman for 100k, available to all teams.
0-1 Riotous Rookies for 150k, available to teams with the “Low Cost Linemen” special rule.
0-1 Mortuary Assistant for 100k, available to teams with the "Sylvanian Spotlight" special rule.
0-1 Plague Doctor for 100k, available to teams with the "Favored of Nurgle" special rule.
0-2 Wandering Apothecaries for 100k each, available to teams that can include an apothecary.
0-1 Master Chef for 300k, or 100k for teams with the "Halfling Thimble Cup" special rule.
Up to two Star Players may be induced following the rules below.
Sorry Grack and Crumbleberry are banned unless their rules are clarified a bit better.
10 standard roster players must be rostered before a Star Player can be purchased.
Star Players cost an amount of SP depending on the Star Player as noted in the following list. (The cost only has to be paid once in the case of dual Star Players). If both teams have induced the same Star Player then both teams may use them.
0 SP The Swift Twins, Willow Rosebark, Barik Farblast, Skrull Halfheight, Gretchen Wächter 'The Blood Bowl Widow', Rashnak Backstabber, Kiroth Krakeneye, Guffle Pussmaw, The Black Gobbo, Scrappa Sorehead, Grim Ironjaw.
1 SP Fungus the Loon, Grashnak Blackhoof, Gloriel Summerbloom, Rumbelow Sheepskin, Helmut Wulf, Akhorne The Squirrel, Max Spleenripper, Captain Karina von Riesz, Withergrasp Doubledrool, Grombrindal, Cindy Piewhistle.
2 SP Glart Smashrip, Puggy Baconbreath, Count Luthor von Drakenborg, Scyla Anfingrimm, Glotl Stop, Rodney Roachbait, Ivan 'the Animal' Deathshroud, Karla Von Kill, Mighty Zug, Anqi Panqi, Whilheim Chaney, Skitter Stab-Stab.
3 SP Eldril Sidewinder, Roxanna Darknail, Thorsson Stoutmead, Bilerot Vomitflesh, Boa Kon’ssstriktr, Kreek Rustgouger, Lord Borak, Hakflem Skuttlespike,Varag Ghoulchewer, Bommer Dribblesnot, Deeproot Strongbranch, Morg’N’Thorg, Griff Oberwald.
4 SP Maple Highgrove, Jordell Freshbreeze, Nobbla Blackwart, Ripper Bolgrot, Skrorg Snowpelt, Jeremiah Kool, Swiftvine Glimmershard, Zharg Madeye.
5 SP Dribl&Drull, H'thark the Unstoppable, Ivar Eriksson.
6 SP Zolcath the Zoat, Estelle La Veneaux.
Tournament Scoring
After each round tournament points will be awarded as follows:
Win: 3 points
Draw: 1 points
Loss: 0 points
After round 5 final standings will be separated by the following tiebreakers in order:
Head to head
Touchdowns Difference
Casualties Difference (Only CAS from Block actions count)
Random
Roster Submission
Rosters should be submitted on tourplay on https://tourplay.net/en/blood-bowl/ashes-bowl-2026 by Midnight the 17th of April.
Photography
We anticipate that numerous photographs will be taken throughout the weekend, capturing the exciting moments and memorable experiences of Ashes Bowl. These images might find their way onto various social media platforms or other online channels, as participants and attendees eagerly share their time here. While we may not have complete control over every individual's actions, we kindly request that all Ashes Bowl participants be considerate of others' preferences when it comes to photography, particularly regarding the privacy of attendees, including children.
Key Points:
Respect Privacy: Please be mindful that not everyone at Ashes Bowl may be comfortable with their images being taken or shared online. It's a simple courtesy to seek permission from anyone you intend to include in your photographs.
Children's Privacy: In particular, when taking photographs that may include children, it's crucial to ensure you have the consent of their guardians or parents before sharing such images. We must prioritize the safety and well-being of our younger attendees.
Unintended Background Activity: Even if photographers take care to focus on specific subjects, it's important to understand that background activity may inadvertently be captured. Attendees should be aware that while we encourage responsible photography, there may be instances where unrelated individuals end up in the frame.
In summary, we encourage everyone to enjoy and document their time at Ashes Bowl, seeking permission before taking photos of individuals, especially children, is a small gesture that can go a long way in creating a positive and considerate atmosphere during the event.
Location
36 Parnell Square W, Rotunda, Dublin 1, D01 T6V6
https://www.google.com/maps/place/Rotunda,+Dublin+1,+D01+T6V6/@53.3516124,-6.2654398,16.49z/data=!4m6!3m5!1s0x48670e811ebe7e87:0x7506bc1ff0157d65!8m2!3d53.3530932!4d-6.2651637!16s%2Fg%2F11c1pf5kzf?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MTIwOS4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D
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