The Tomb Kings are the undying rulers of Nehekhara, a civilisation present during a time when the rest of mankind were no more than wild savages. Since the time of their empire's collapse, due to foul treachery and powerful sorcery, the Tomb Kings have slept for centuries undisturbed in their necropolises protected by powerful wards and incantations. Returning to claim what is rightfully theirs, commanding armies too numerous to count, and brandishing weapons of bronze and gold, the Tomb Kings' invasion of other lands is assured.

Swelling the ranks of any Tomb Kings army march the relentless Skeleton Warriors. These eternally loyal soldiers, continue to follow their mighty rulers into battle, even after Death's cold hands have claimed them.