Heinrich Kemmler

The Lichemaster of Warhammer Fantasy Battle, featured in multiple Warhammer Fantasy Battle sources and the Terror in the Dark expansion.

Heinrich Kemmler is a powerful necromancer from the Warhammer Fantasy Battle Lichemaster campaign. The Lichemaster, a character loosely based on him, is the antagonist of the Advanced Heroquest expansion 'Terror in the Dark', released in 1991. Written by Graeme Davis and Carl Sargent, this expansion pits heroes against the Lichemaster during the 'Quest for the Lichemaster'. He also appears in multiple Warhammer Fantasy Battle sources.

Lore & Background

In the 'Quest for the Lichemaster', heroes enter a dungeon specifically to confront Heinrich Kemmler. This character is loosely based on the necromancer from the Warhammer Fantasy Battle campaign but stands as a unique entity within the HeroQuest timeline. Contrary to popular belief, the Lichemaster did not appear in the original HeroQuest game. The 96-page expansion rulebook incorporated material previously published in White Dwarf issues 138 and 139.

Reader's Guide

To engage with Heinrich Kemmler, players must acquire the 'Terror in the Dark' expansion released in 1991. The core rulebook for Advanced Heroquest includes an introductory campaign called 'The Quest for the Shattered Amulet', but facing Kemmler requires the specific content of this expansion. Players utilize the provided D12 system for skill and combat resolution, where target numbers depend on Weapon Skill differences or distance versus Bow Skill. The expansion incorporates rules from White Dwarf issues 138 (Henchmen) and 139 (Treasure), allowing for a more robust character build to survive the encounter.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Heinrich Kemmler's role in the story?

Kemmler is the primary antagonist of 'Terror in the Dark,' where players take on the role of heroes attempting to stop him during an event called the 'Quest for the Lichemaster.'