Warhammer: Dark Omen, a real-time tactical video game set in the Warhammer Fantasy universe, was released. It is the sequel to the 1995 game Warhammer: Shadow of the Horned Rat.
Development of Warhammer: Dark Omen began as a sequel to the successful tactical game Warhammer: Shadow of the Horned Rat, with a focus on improved graphics and gameplay mechanics.
Malagor, a powerful Chaos sorcerer, begins his campaign to dominate the land of Sylvania with dark forces.
The Empire forces face the initial Chaos assault led by Malagor's legions in Stirwood Forest, marking the start of hostilities in Dark Omen.
Empire forces defend Eilhart Keep against a prolonged Chaos siege, vital to delaying Malagor's advance.
The Empire's mages discover the Black Gem, a powerful artifact that could turn the tide against Chaos.
The pivotal confrontation where the Empire army led by Lord Darius Faces Malagor's forces directly in the eponymous battle under the ominous skies.
Following the Empire's victory at Dark Omen, Malagor's forces are routed and forced to retreat into the Shadowswamp.
