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I have just had an intro game at my local GW and purchased an Amazon team from Mail Order.

I have picked Amazons because they look like (on paper at least) one of the more forgiving teams available to a new player; they are cheap and have an excellent starting skill.

There are a couple of things i would like some advice on however:

1) What is the best way to win? I'm guessing that the Amazons are best served using their dodge ability to get into position to get assists in blocks/blitzes rather than trying to run around opponents.

2) What is a good long-term strategy with the Amazons? It seems best to get block for my lineswomen as soon as possible, but should i try to mix in a few other skills too?

Criticism&mild abuse welcome

Welcome to the world of Blood Bowl. As a fresh disciple of Nuffle, I wish you luck.

Your assumption is mostly correct. Amazons have a good starting skill, with dodge across the board. However, as an AG 3 team without Sure Hands, you will learn just how slippery the ball can be. Also, your low armor will hurt you, especially with a few early turnovers. Learn to prioritize your actions correctly.

To answer your questions:

1) I've never coached an Amazon team myself, so don't expect an expert opinion. However, you don't have the speed to run a fast game of any sort, or the skill for a broad scoring base. Your Blitzers are very good, used both offensively and defensively, get a full lineup of those from the start. A short passing game combined with a willingness to risk your linewomen in tying up opposition seems like the best way to go (opposition linemen have a hard time hurting them anyway).

2) Generally it's good to have 3-4 linemen pick block early on, the ones who sit on the line of scrimmage. After that there's alot to choose from, I'd start mixing in other skills after the first few blockers. I'm pertial to Kick myself, it's always proved a valuable asset in slowing the opposition cage building.

http://thenaf.net/ has alot of useful tips on theri forums.

Jesus at my local GW I dont think theyde give me an introduction in bloodbowl i dont think its possible at my GW
Anyway best of look
Post a blog of the figures soon

Steve