Warriors of Chaos technologies
47 technologies from the game's research tree for Warriors of Chaos, patch 9.0, line by line as the game lays them out. Hover or tap a technology for its research cost, its effects and what it needs first. Faction-only trees (a single lord's variant) are not included.
Daemonic PactDaemonic Pact800 research points
Attribute: Cause Fear for Aspiring Champions and Undivided Chosen units
Maximum active gifts: +1 for Gifts of Chaos UndividedAll Authority: +1 (all armies)
Daemons Reforged: +10% hit points for destroyed Daemonic units restored after battleRequires: Erection of Ruinous MonumentsA pact with the Dark Gods should not be taken lightly.
Skulls for the Skull ThroneSkulls for the Skull Throne800 research points
Passive ability: "Hellblade" for Aspiring Champions, Chosen of Khorne and Wrathmonger units
Maximum active gifts: +1 for Gifts of KhorneKhorne Authority: +1 (all armies)
Slaanesh Authority: -1 (all armies)Requires: Sacrificial Altar, Bloodied Blade, Gorestained Robes, Bloody SummonsKhorne desires skulls, so gifts His followers with the initiative to find them. Every. Single. One.
Sacrificial AltarSacrificial Altar400 research pointsKhorne Authority: +1 for each active Gift of KhorneRequires: Blood for the Blood GodKhorne savours every sacrifice, bestowing vengeful inspiration on His armies as reward.
Bloodied BladeBloodied Blade400 research pointsKhorne corruption: +2 from Chaos AltarsKhorne corruption: +2 for each active Gift of KhorneDaemons Reforged: +5% chance for destroyed Daemons of Khorne units to be restored after battleRequires: Blood for the Blood GodThe bounty of souls sacrificed to the Blood God help spread the venomous seeds of His corruption.
Blood for the Blood GodBlood for the Blood God800 research pointsMaximum active gifts: +1 for Gifts of KhorneKhorne Authority: +1 (all armies)Slaanesh Authority: -1 (all armies)Requires: Searing Branding IronThe Blood God never tires of hearing the war cry screamed in His name.
Dark MeditationDark Meditation800 research points
Maximum active gifts: +1 for Gifts of Tzeentch
Nurgle Authority: -1 (all armies)Tzeentch Authority: +1 (all armies)Requires: Arcane Branding IronA free mind is one unshackled by the burdens of ignorance, and open to receiving Tzeentch's twisted blessings.
Mystical BannerMystical Banner400 research pointsTzeentch Authority: +1 for each active Gift of TzeentchRequires: Dark MeditationAll sacrifices are made under the banner of Tzeentch, filling the hearts of His warriors with pride.
Enchanted IdolsEnchanted Idols400 research pointsTzeentch corruption: +2 from Chaos AltarsTzeentch corruption: +1 for each active Gift of TzeentchDaemons Reforged: +5% chance for destroyed Daemons of Tzeentch units to be restored after battleRequires: Dark MeditationEnchanted idols sit atop the altar of sacrifice, exuding waves of pure corruption.
Attuning RitualAttuning Ritual800 research pointsAbility: "Gate of Tzeentch" for Aspiring Champions unitsMaximum active gifts: +1 for Gifts of TzeentchNurgle Authority: -1 (all armies)Tzeentch Authority: +1 (all armies)Requires: Mystical Banner, Enchanted Idols, Sacrificial Prophecy, Pink HorrorsAttuning with the energies of Chaos opens many doors in the mind.
Gorestained RobesGorestained Robes400 research points
Allegiance points gained: +25% for alliances and vassalage with Khorne
Diplomatic relations: +15 with Khornate factions for each active Gift of KhorneRequires: Blood for the Blood GodThose sworn to the Lord of Murder rejoice in every drop of blood spilled.
Bloody SummonsBloody Summons400 research points
Gifted Units pool capacity: +2 for Bloodletters unitsGifted Units pool capacity: +2 for Flesh Hounds unitsRequires: Blood for the Blood GodKhorne sends His Bloodletters forth, answering the call of His illustrious Champion.
Searing Branding IronSearing Branding Iron400 research pointsPassive ability: "Frenzy" for Aspiring Champions units
Warband upgrades: Allows Undivided units to receive the Mark of KhorneUnlocks Warband upgrades: Exalted BloodlettersRequires: Erection of Ruinous Monuments, Daemon MountsThe Mark of Khorne burns the skin, a searing reminder of His rage.
Erection of Ruinous MonumentsErection of Ruinous Monuments400 research points
Construction time: -20% for all buildings
Unlocks Hero recruitment and post-battle loot bonus effects for Altar Improvement buildingsRequires: Dark DiplomacyTributes and monuments to the Dark Powers ensure the Chaos Gods' favour.
Arcane Branding IronArcane Branding Iron400 research points
Barrier hit points: +800 for Aspiring ChampionsWarband upgrades: Allows Undivided units to receive the Mark of TzeentchUnlocks Warband upgrades: Exalted Pink HorrorsRequires: Erection of Ruinous Monuments, Unchained BeastsOnce one bears the Mark of Tzeentch, their fate is forever changed.
Sacrificial ProphecySacrificial Prophecy400 research pointsAllegiance points gained: +25% for alliances and vassalage with TzeentchDiplomatic relations: +15 with Tzeentchian factions for each active Gift of TzeentchRequires: Dark MeditationThe most powerful seers of Tzeentch divine the location of every sacrifice made in His honour.
Pink HorrorsPink Horrors400 research pointsGifted Units pool capacity: +2 for Flamers unitsGifted Units pool capacity: +3 for Pink Horrors unitsRequires: Dark MeditationThe Whirling Destroyers of Tzeentch answer only to their God's most valued servants.
Slaves to DarknessSlaves to Darkness400 research pointsRequest army cost: -25%War co-ordination target cost: -25%Requires: Dark Diplomacy, CharioteerPerhaps the threat of a collar and chain would remind these lesser beings of their place.
Dark DiplomacyDark Diplomacy400 research pointsAllegiance points gained: +25% for alliances and vassalage with Skaven, Beastmen and NorscaDiplomatic relations: +15 with Skaven, Norsca and Beastmen for each active Gift of Chaos UndividedRequires: Scrutiny of the Dark GodsAll the forces of Chaos must unite, if the scourge of Order is to ever be undone.
Culling of the WeakCulling of the Weak400 research points
Souls gained from battles: +20%Requires: Dark Diplomacy, A Thousand Twisted BlessingsStragglers will not be entertained. If you can't keep the pace, you are food for the Warhounds.
WarmachinesWarmachines400 research points
Ward save: +15% for Chaos Warshrine unitsRequires: Engines of Mass DestructionHellish Daemonic power always comes at great cost, but such monumental devastation is surely worth any price.
Engines of Mass DestructionEngines of Mass Destruction400 research points
Ammunition: +15% for Hellcannon units
Reload time reduction: +15% for Hellcannon unitsRequires: Daemon MountsMany mortal minds have shattered in the face of these terrifying arcane engines of war.
Daemon MountsDaemon Mounts400 research pointsUnlocks Warband upgrades: Gorebeast Chariots, Doom Knights, Rot Knights and Skullcrushers
Unit experience gain: +15% for Chaos KnightsRequires: CharioteerDaemonic steeds are driven by unnatural hunger, carrying mortals sworn to Chaos into battle in search of prey.
CharioteerCharioteer400 research pointsUnlocks Warband upgrades: Chaos Chariots and HellstridersUnit experience gain: +25% for Marauder HorsemenRequires: Scrutiny of the Dark GodsEngineers have perfected a wicked machine of war, drawn by fearsome steeds into the very heart of battle.
Scrutiny of the Dark GodsScrutiny of the Dark Gods300 research pointsUnit experience gain: +25% for MaraudersLet the Marauders gather under their Dark Masters' eternal gaze.
A Thousand Twisted BlessingsA Thousand Twisted Blessings400 research points
Attribute: Cause Terror for Chaos Spawn unitsUnlocks Warband upgrades: ForsakenRequires: Scrutiny of the Dark GodsSuch a generous gift is the thousand twisted blessings. Think of all the needle-teeth and tentacles it bestows.
Unchained BeastsUnchained Beasts400 research points
Passive ability: "Gorefeast" for Chaos Warhounds, Feral Manticore and Chimera units (Rank 4 and above)
Melee attack: +8 for Chaos Warhounds, Feral Manticore and Chimera unitsRequires: A Thousand Twisted BlessingsA worthy Beastmaster needs no chains to direct the ferocious nature of his darling pets.
Giant ManaclesGiant Manacles400 research points
Missile resistance: 25% for Plague Ogres, Chaos Trolls, Chaos Giant, Chaos Siege Giant, Cockatrice, Champions of Slaanesh, Mutalith Vortex Beast, Slaughterbrute, Chimera, Dread Maw, Giant Spined Chaos Beast, Basilisk and Pleasureseekers units (Rank 4 and above)
Weapon strength: +15% for Plague Ogres, Chaos Trolls, Chaos Giant, Chaos Siege Giant, Cockatrice, Champions of Slaanesh, Mutalith Vortex Beast, Slaughterbrute, Chimera, Dread Maw, Giant Spined Chaos Beast, Basilisk and Pleasureseekers unitsRequires: Unchained BeastsSuch massive iron bands are a marvel to behold, lending strength to the swing of the most colossal creatures.
Herald of DoomHerald of Doom400 research points
Charge bonus: +20% for Dragon Ogres and Dragon Ogre Shaggoths unitsWeapon strength: +10% for Dragon Ogres and Dragon Ogre Shaggoths unitsRequires: Giant ManaclesWith age comes almighty power, as the Dragon Ogres of nightmare evolve to even greater strength and size.
Inscribed Chaos ArmourInscribed Chaos Armour400 research points
Armour: +10 for Chaos Warriors, Chosen, Putrid Blightkings, Chaos Knights and Aspiring Champion units
Unit Upgrades cost: -20% for all unitsRequires: Charioteer, Rite of AscensionChaos Armour, inscribed with powerful litanies of hate, will glow hot and vengeful when struck.
Rite of AscensionRite of Ascension400 research pointsUnlocks Warband upgrades: ChosenUnit experience gain: +15% for Chaos WarriorsRequires: Scrutiny of the Dark GodsThe dark rites must be performed, if the chosen are to rise among the ranks of Ruin.
Infernal MarchInfernal March400 research points
Battle reinforcement time: -50%
Campaign movement range: +5%Requires: A Thousand Twisted Blessings, Rite of AscensionThe Chaos Gods grow impatient. Lending a sliver of majesty, they enable their followers to march faster.
Rotten AltarRotten Altar400 research pointsNurgle Authority: +1 for each active Gift of NurgleRequires: Maddening GiftsNurgle's presence can be felt at the altar of sacrifice, inspiring the hearts of His adoring followers.
Swamp of SoulsSwamp of Souls400 research pointsNurgle corruption: +2 from Chaos AltarsNurgle corruption: +1 for each active Gift of NurgleDaemons Reforged: +5% chance for destroyed Daemons of Nurgle units to be restored after battleRequires: Maddening GiftsCorruption festers like a deadly contagion, with its price paid in a deluge of souls.
Rusted Branding IronRusted Branding Iron400 research points
Enables poison attacks for Aspiring ChampionsWarband upgrades: Allows Undivided units to receive the Mark of NurgleUnlocks Warband upgrades: Exalted PlaguebearersRequires: Profane Weaponry, Daemon MountsNurgle's mark reeks of Rot and decay, encapsulating the source of His power.
Profane WeaponryProfane Weaponry400 research points
Enables magical attacks for Chaos Knights unitsUnlocks Warband upgrades: Chaos KnightsRequires: Rite of AscensionThe arms of a Chaos Knight are imbued with a small but not inconsequential amount of Unholy power.
Sensuous Branding IronSensuous Branding Iron400 research points
Attribute: Immune to Psychology for Aspiring Champions
Attribute: Strider for Aspiring ChampionsWarband upgrades: Allows Undivided units to receive the Mark of SlaaneshUnlocks Warband upgrades: Exalted DaemonettesRequires: Profane Weaponry, Unchained BeastsThe brand of Slaanesh always stings, evoking wanton pleasure from pain.
Echo ChamberEcho Chamber400 research pointsSlaanesh Authority: +1 for each active Gift of SlaaneshRequires: Vows of ExcessThe screams of every sacrifice ring out for miles, their agony like music of inspiration.
Corrupted OfferingsCorrupted Offerings400 research pointsSlaanesh corruption: +2 from Chaos AltarsSlaanesh corruption: +2 for each active Gift of SlaaneshDaemons Reforged: +5% chance for destroyed Daemons of Slaanesh units to be restored after battleRequires: Vows of ExcessSouls are sent to Slaanesh alongside idols of corruption, allowing His influence to seep into the mortal plane.
Virulent BlessingsVirulent Blessings800 research pointsPassive ability: "Regeneration" for Aspiring Champions unitsMaximum active gifts: +1 for Gifts of NurgleNurgle Authority: +1 (all armies)Tzeentch Authority: -1 (all armies)Requires: Rotten Altar, Swamp of Souls, Messenger of Decay, Rampant PlaguebearersMadness and misery open the mind, making space for the gifts of Nurgle's blessing.
Messenger of DecayMessenger of Decay400 research pointsAllegiance points gained: +25% for alliances and vassalage with NurgleDiplomatic relations: +15 with Nurglish factions for each active Gift of NurgleRequires: Maddening GiftsEvery soul sent the Urfather's way is a victory celebrated by every one of His warriors.
Rampant PlaguebearersRampant Plaguebearers400 research pointsGifted Units pool capacity: +4 for Nurglings unitsGifted Units pool capacity: +2 for Plaguebearers unitsRequires: Maddening GiftsNurgle sends His Plaguebearers forth, to spread their noxious maladies throughout the land.
Maddening GiftsMaddening Gifts800 research pointsMaximum active gifts: +1 for Gifts of NurgleNurgle Authority: +1 (all armies)Tzeentch Authority: -1 (all armies)Unlocks Warband upgrades: Putrid BlightkingsRequires: Rusted Branding IronNurgle bestows blessings in the form of rampant disease and the endless process of decay.
Vows of ExcessVows of Excess800 research pointsMaximum active gifts: +1 for Gifts of SlaaneshKhorne Authority: -1 (all armies)Slaanesh Authority: +1 (all armies)Unlocks Warband upgrades: Champions of SlaaneshRequires: Sensuous Branding IronSlaanesh shares in all manner of delights, for those willing to wholly give themselves over to His whims.
Herald of SacrificeHerald of Sacrifice400 research pointsAllegiance points gained: +25% for alliances and vassalage with SlaaneshDiplomatic relations: +15 with Slaaneshi factions for each active Gift of SlaaneshRequires: Vows of ExcessA herald travels far and wide, sharing word of every soul sacrificed in Slaanesh's name.
Summons of SlaaneshSummons of Slaanesh400 research pointsGifted Units pool capacity: +2 for Daemonettes unitsGifted Units pool capacity: +2 for Seeker Chariot unitsGifted Units pool capacity: +2 for Champions of Slaanesh unitsGifted Units pool capacity: +2 for Devotees of Slaanesh unitsGifted Units pool capacity: +2 for Pleasureseekers unitsRequires: Vows of ExcessWith the favour of Slaanesh comes command over His forces, calling the vicious Daemonettes to battle.
Sensuous GiftsSensuous Gifts800 research pointsPassive ability: "Soul Hunters" for Aspiring Champions and Chaos Knights of Slaanesh unitsMaximum active gifts: +1 for Gifts of SlaaneshKhorne Authority: -1 (all armies)Slaanesh Authority: +1 (all armies)Requires: Echo Chamber, Corrupted Offerings, Herald of Sacrifice, Summons of SlaaneshThe Prince of Pleasure rewards His faithful well, offering decadent reward for their service.
Gaze of the Dark GodsGaze of the Dark Gods800 research points
Attribute: Perfect Vigour for Aspiring Champions and Undivided Chosen unitsMaximum active gifts: +1 for Gifts of Chaos UndividedAll Authority: +1 (all armies)Requires: Profane WeaponryAll hope to catch the attention of the Gods, gathering where they think the Ruinous Powers will be looking.