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Ironjawz Brawl: melee-momentum Ironjawz formation (AoS 4th Ed)

The all-in Ironjawz smash formation that turns big charges into extra attacks.

Age of Sigmar 4th editionRules checked July 13, 2026

SprueSentry strategy commentary for Age of Sigmar 4th edition, not official rules. Games Workshop updates points and rules regularly — always confirm against the current official rules and your latest dataslate before a game.

An Ironjawz battle formation from the 4th-edition Orruk Warclans battletome. It leans into the army's core identity - hitting hard on the charge. Exact wording and any Battlescroll tweaks should be confirmed in your current battletome; treat the description below as orientation.

What the formation does

The published effect rewards committing to big charges: when a non-hero Ironjawz unit makes a strong unmodified charge roll (reported as 8+), it gains extra melee attacks for the turn. Stacked with the once-per-game Waaagh!, this produces a devastating alpha turn of attack output.

Who it suits

Players who want the most aggressive, front-foot Ironjawz experience and are comfortable committing hard on a single decisive turn rather than playing cagey.

Key units

  • Orruk Brutes / Brute Ragerz - the primary beneficiaries of extra attacks.
  • Ardboyz - bodies to hold ground while the hammers pile in.
  • Megaboss on Maw-Krusha - the centrepiece charge threat.
  • Weirdnob Shaman - mobility and buff support to guarantee the charges land.

When to pick it

Pick it when your list is infantry-and-monster heavy and you intend to win the melee exchange outright. Avoid it if your build is cavalry-led or you plan to play reactively.

Common questions

Does the bonus need a big charge roll?

Yes - the reward is tied to a strong unmodified charge (reported as 8+), so it favours reliable charge support and screening the enemy so your key units actually reach combat. Confirm the exact threshold in your current battletome.

Does it combo with the Waaagh!?

It stacks well: the army-wide once-per-game Waaagh! already adds attacks and a charge bonus, so timing your decisive charges on the Waaagh! turn maximises this formation's payoff.

Rules sources

Written by SprueSentry with SprueSentry editorial (hand-authored, research-grounded), grounded in the cited sources — original commentary, not Games Workshop rules text.

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