War bear riders are the pinnacle of Kislevite mounted forces and are considered melee cavalry rather than shock cavalry. Fewer in number, slower, and with a weaker charge than Kislevite horse units, bear cavalry are better at sustained combat, particularly against other cavalry or larger opponents.

Ursun, recognized as the god of bears and strength, is the patron deity of the Tzardom of Kislev. The Cult of Ursun, dedicated to his worship, is prevalent in Kislev, with a presence in every town and stanitsa.

Elemental Bear is a Kislev monster unit introduced in Total War: Warhammer III. Some say that Kislev is alive, a Motherland which cares for its people and defends them in times of war. Outsiders call these claims old wives’ tales – but those who have seen the land literally rise up and fight know better.

An Elemental Bear is a titanic, icy construct created in the shape of a great bear by its summoner that is utilised by the armies of Kislev.

Kislev is a playable race introduced in Total War: Warhammer III on launch. They are a proud human nation located in the northern Old World, known for harsh winters and their staunch opposition to Chaos. In battle, Kislev has many hybrid melee/ranged units, strong cavalry, and many bear units.

Jan 21, 2024 · Ursun, Father of Bears is mainly worshipped in Kislev. The ancient Gospodars worshipped bears as sacred creatures. The bear Ursun is often depicted as a cave bear with a crown, teeth and claws of glistening gold. He can also take human form and will appear as a burly, bearded man with an age-worn face, thick hairy arms and a great mop of hair ...

War Bear Riders comprise the most elite heavy cavalry forces of Kislev, often comprised of former Winged Lancers who have earned the right to ride a War Bear sacred to Ursun, the Bear God patron of the Motherland, through their valour.

Jun 5, 2022 · Imbued with the spirit of the land, the Elemental Bears are massive, terrifying and crackling with magical energy, brutal forces of nature rising from the earth to fight beside Kislev’s children. [1]

Nov 21, 2021 · They are mundane, there are no reference of magic bears in the Kislev lore (that big elemental has the shape of a bear because the ice witches want it this way)

Ursun is the patron god of Kislev, a bear god that represents might, endurance, and determination - qualities each Kislevite holds dear. In Total War: Warhammer III, he serves as the primary end goal of both the Prologue and Realm of Chaos campaigns.