Having followed bits and pieces over the internet, including the rather spiffing comic features on the Warhammer Community, I find myself liking almost all of the design decisions made for this. Wrath and Glory by Ulisses, is something that looks much more to my liking.
I don't think it's a surprise to anyone that I like a bit of 40K. Wrath & Glory Roleplay free beginner rules
A second and slightly more fluffy introductory piece is available here. There is an introduction comic here revealing multiple game mechanics. The core rulebook features 17 pages about the Gilead System, with characters and locations given enough detail to help new GMs start a campaign including both a new Space Marine chapter the Absolvers and a new Imperial Guard regiment the Gilead Gravediggers. Additionally, the game takes place during the 'present day' of 40k i.
It is completely separate from the FFG RPGs, and is far more streamlined, using D6 pools instead of Ds, as well as several mechanics designed to make the game simpler to play and easier to pick up for newcomers.
File Name: wrath and glory blessings unheralded.
