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I am getting back into the game and have a question.

I was looking at the Big Shoota and under type is says Assualt 3.  Likely I have missed it somewhere in the book, but what exactly is the meaning of Assualt 3?

The model can move and shoot 3 times at full range.

It's tough to spend money on books instead of the cool stuff like minis, but I urge you to buy the rulebook FIRST Papa Thief. At the very least sit down with a store copy and figure out if it's the way you want to go. No need to memorize it or anything, but without the rulebook and the proper codex un-officiated games in the store will be frustrating. The Battle for Macragge is a great way to get more bang for your buck than just getting the hardbound. Just remember to throw away the missions book or whatever that thing is that attempts to teach the rules through scenarios, but only manages to make a mockery of the game.

I got the Battle of Macragge, saw its vague reference of Assualt 3, but was still a bit confused. I wanted to get some clarification before I started getting more minis. Already got the codex for Orks and bought the box kit for them, but it is lacking a few things.

Thanks for the Help

  The other thing to know about Assault weapons is that you may charge into combat after firing them (though only at the squad you fired at).

Welcome to Dakka Pappa, also please note, querries like this are normally relegated to the YMDC forum, or "you make the call".