- This page refers to the Warriors of Chaos tech tree in Total War: Warhammer III. For the tech tree in Total War: Warhammer I and Total War: Warhammer II, please see Warriors of Chaos tech tree (WHI & WHII) instead.
The Warriors of Chaos tech tree, available to the Warriors of Chaos consists of technologies that unlock new advantages throughout the game. Research takes place constantly, but the rate at which discoveries occur can be increased by using heroes to spy or building additional research buildings at your settlements.
This technology tree is only available for the Heralds of the Tempest,
Shadow Legion,
The Decadent Host and
Warhost of the Apocalypse.
Technologies[]
Tech | Prerequisite | Turns | Effects |
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![]() Let the Marauders gather under their Ruinous masters' eternal gaze. |
3 |
| |
![]() Such a generous gift is the thousand twisted blessings. Think of all the needle-teeth and tentacles it bestows. |
Requires Technology:
Scrutiny of the Dark Gods |
4 | |
![]() Engineers have perfected a wicked machine of war, drawn by fearsome steeds into the very heart of battle. |
Requires Technology:
Scrutiny of the Dark Gods |
4 | |
![]() All the forces of Chaos must unite, if the scourge of Order is to ever be undone. |
Requires Technology:
Scrutiny of the Dark Gods |
4 |
|
![]() The dark rites must be performed, if the chosen are to rise among the ranks of Ruin. |
Requires Technology:
Scrutiny of the Dark Gods |
4 | |
![]() Stragglers will not be entertained. If you can't keep the pace, you are food for the Warhounds. |
Requires 1 Technology:
A Thousand Twisted Blessings |
4 |
|
![]() Tributes and monuments to the Dark Powers ensure the Chaos Gods' favour. |
Requires Technology:
Dark Diplomacy |
4 | |
![]() Perhaps the threat of a collar and chain would remind these lesser beings of their place. |
Requires 1 Technology:
Charioteer |
4 |
|
![]() The Chaos Gods grow impatient. Lending a sliver of majesty, they enable their followers to march faster. |
Requires 1 Technology:
A Thousand Twisted Blessings |
4 | |
![]() Chaos Armour, inscribed with powerful litanies of hate, will glow hot and vengeful when struck. |
Requires 1 Technology:
Charioteer |
4 | |
![]() The arms of a Chaos Knight are imbued with a small but not inconsequential amount of Unholy power. |
Requires Technology:
Rite of Ascension |
4 | |
![]() A pact with the Dark Gods should not be taken lightly. |
Requires Technology:
Erection of Ruinous Monuments |
8 | |
![]() All hope to catch the attention of the Gods, gathering where they think the Chaos Gods will be looking. |
Requires Technology:
Profane Weaponry |
8 | |
![]() Daemonic steeds are driven by unnatural hunger, carrying mortals sworn to Chaos into battle in search of prey. |
Requires Technology:
Charioteer |
4 | |
![]() Many mortal minds have shattered in the face of these terrifying arcane engines of war. |
Requires Technology:
Daemon Mounts |
4 | |
![]() Hellish Daemonic power always comes at great cost, but such monumental devastation is surely worth any price. |
Requires Technology:
Engines of Mass Destruction |
4 | |
![]() The Mark of Khorne burns the skin, a searing reminder of His rage. |
Requires 1 Technology:
Daemon Mounts |
4 |
|
![]() The Blood God never tires of hearing the war cry screamed in His name. |
Requires Technology:
Searing Branding Iron |
8 | |
![]() Nurgle's mark reeks of rot and decay, encapsulating the source of His power. |
Requires 1 Technology:
Daemon Mounts |
4 |
|
![]() Nurgle bestows blessings in the form of rampant disease and the endless process of decay. |
Requires Technology:
Rusted Branding Iron |
8 | |
Blessings of Khorne | |||
![]() The bounty of souls sacrificed to the Blood God help spread the venomous seeds of His corruption. |
Requires Technology:
Blood for the Blood God |
4 | |
![]() Khorne sends His Bloodletters forth, answering the call of His ilustrious Champion. |
Requires Technology:
Blood for the Blood God |
4 |
|
![]() Khorne savours every sacrifice, bestowing vengeful inspiration on His armies as reward. |
Requires Technology:
Blood for the Blood God |
4 | |
![]() Those sworn to the Lord of Murder rejoice in every drop of blood spilled. |
Requires Technology:
Blood for the Blood God |
4 | |
![]() Khorne desires skulls, so gifts His followers with the initiative to find them. Every. Single. One. |
Requires 3 Technology: Sacrificial Altar Bloody Summons Gorestained Robes Bloodied Blade |
8 |
|
Blessings of Nurgle | |||
![]() Corruption festers like a deadly contagion, with its price paid in a deluge of souls. |
Requires Technology:
Maddening Gifts |
4 | |
![]() Nurgle sends His Plaguebearers forth forth, to spread their noxious maladies throughout the land. |
Requires Technology:
Maddening Gifts |
4 |
|
![]() Nurgle's presence can be felt at the altar of sacrifice, inspiring the hearts of His adoring followers. |
Requires Technology:
Maddening Gifts |
4 | |
![]() Every soul sent the Urfather's way is a victory celebrated by every one of His warriors. |
Requires Technology:
Maddening Gifts |
4 | |
![]() Every soul sent the Urfather's way is a victory celebrated by every one of His warriors. |
Requires 3 Technology: Rotten Altar Rampart Plaguebearers Virulent Blessings Messenger of Decay |
8 |
|
![]() A worthy Beastmaster needs no chains to direct the ferocious nature of his darling pets. |
Requires Technology:
A Thousand Twisted Blessings |
4 |
|
![]() Such massive iron bands are a marvel to behold, lending strength to the swing of the most colosssal creatures. |
Requires Technology:
Unchained Beast |
4 | |
![]() With age comes almighty power, as the Dragon Ogres of nightmare evolve to even greater strength and size. |
Requires Technology:
Giant Manacles |
4 | |
![]() Once one bears the Mark of Tzeentch, their fate is forever changed. |
Requires 1 Technology:
Unchained Beasts |
4 | |
![]() A free mind is one unshackled by the burdens of ignorance, and open to receiving Tzeentch's twisted blessings. |
Requires Technology:
Arcane Branding Iron |
8 | |
![]() The brand of Slaanesh always stings, evoking wanton pleasure from pain. |
Requires 1 Technology:
Unchained Beasts |
4 | |
![]() A free mind is one unshackled by the burdens of ignorance, and open to receiving Tzeentch's twisted blessings. |
Requires Technology:
Sensuous Branding Iron |
8 | |
Blessings of Tzeentch | |||
![]() All sacrifices are made under the banner of Slaanesh, filling the hearts of His warrior with pride. |
Requires Technology:
Dark Meditation |
4 | |
![]() Enchanted idols sit atop the altar of sacrifice, exuding waves of pure corruption. |
Requires Technology:
Dark Meditation |
4 | |
![]() The most powerful seers of Tzeentch divine the location of every sacrifice made in His honuor. |
Requires Technology:
Dark Meditation |
4 | |
![]() The Whirling Destroyers of Tzeentch answer only to their God's most valued servants. |
Requires Technology:
Dark Meditation |
4 |
|
![]() Attuning with the energies of Chaos opens many doors in the mind. |
Requires 3 Technology: Sacrificial Prophecy Enchanted Idols Mystical Banner Pink Horrors |
8 |
|
Blessings of Slaanesh | |||
![]() The screams of every sacrifice ring out for miles, their agony like music of inspiration. |
Requires Technology:
Vows of Excess |
4 | |
![]() Souls are sent to Slaanesh alongside idols of corruption, allowing His influence to seep into the mortal plane. |
Requires Technology:
Vows of Excess |
4 | |
![]() A herald travels far and wide, sharing word of every soul sacrificed in Slaanesh's name. |
Requires Technology:
Vows of Excess |
4 | |
![]() With the favour of Slaanesh comes command over His forces, calling the vicious Daemonettes to battle. |
Requires Technology:
Vows of Excess |
4 |
|
![]() The Prince of Pleasure rewards His faithful well, offering decadent reward for their service. |
Requires 3 Technology: Herald of Sacrifice Echo Chamber Corrupted Offerings Summons of Slaanesh |
8 |
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![]() A bloody pact with Khorne shall gain his favour. |
Requires Technology:
Searing Branding Iron |
8 |
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![]() Once earnt, Nurgle will be even keener for the Dark Master to spread his gifts. |
Requires Technology:
Rusted Branding Iron |
8 |
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![]() Learn the last secret and earn Slaanesh's trust. |
Requires Technology:
Sensuous Branding Iron |
8 |
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![]() Earn Tzeentch's favour and a further fractal of his power. |
Requires Technology:
Arcane Branding Iron |
8 |
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Faction Specific Tech Tree[]
These tech trees are only available to the following factions: