Reaper Miniatures announced the upcoming release of Warlord Second Edition. This streamlined version promises to be faster, more fun, and better than ever. The softcover edition is expected to ship on July 27, 2009. It uses the same RAGE combat system as the previous versions of the game, but features a completely re-invented magic system that allows spellcasters to choose their spells during the game. Streamlining reportedly includes getting rid of rules that didn’t get used or were too complex and a reduced number of damage tracks for faster play. It includes the same 10 core factions featured in the first core rulebook. Remaining factions will be featured in a follow-up book later in the year.