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After a daemonic incursion on Holy Terra and the return of [[Roboute Guilliman|Gorillaman]], the Custodes decided to stop locking themselves inside the Emperor's house and finally went out into the galaxy to do shit.

If you're looking for the tactics for the Emprah's BFFs for [[Horus Heresy|the big daddy problem clusterfuck]], you can find them [[Warhammer 40,000/Tactics/Talons of the Emperor (30k)|here]]

Keep in mind these are the rules for 8th edition 40k, the rules for 9th edition can be found [[Warhammer 40,000/Tactics/Talons of the Emperor (9E)|here.]]

==Why play Talons of The Emperor ==

Maybe you like gold, perhaps you like playing as them for the 20 minutes between their initial release in 7e and the announcement of 8e, or perhaps you have the 30k version of the Custodes and don't want to pay for another army for use outside of Horus Heresy games. Maybe you want profiles for your basic infantry that make Terminators envious or maybe, just maybe, you just like the idea that all of your dudes are '''extremely fucking hard''' to kill.

In any case, the Adeptus Custodes function as ''the'' high-profile, multi-wound elite army, with absurdly strong profiles backed up by equally steep point costs. When even an all-Paladin Grey Knights force consistently fields larger armies than you, every lost model will be sorely felt. However, their innate resilience compensates for their low numbers, and if you play your cards right, you can pull off some crazy stuff even when you're outnumbered. Just watch out for [[Imperial Guard|horde armies]] that can pour enough dakka into you to force unsaved wounds, [[Orks|or tarpit your super-troops]] [[Tyranids|through sheer numbers]]. The 40k Custodes now have a proper Codex, complete with options in every slot- and Forge World finally released 40k rules for all their Legio Custodes units, which means grav-tanks, [[Contemptor-Galatus Dreadnought|uber-Dreadnoughts]], specialist long-range infantry (praise the Emperor!), disintegration cannons welded to spears, and arguably [[Orion Gunship|the most beautiful airborne unit in the whole game]].

The full rules for the Custodes Forge World materiel can be found [https://www.forgeworld.co.uk/resources/PDF/fw_warscrolls/40K_Adeptus_Custodes_FW_Datasheets_Ares.pdf here].

===Pros===

* You like anything close to this: golden armored [[Mary Sue|better than]] [[Deathwatch|the best of]] [[Space Marines|the best of the defenders of humanity]], with the genes of the [[emprah]] himself.

*You like running an army that, to whatever battlezone they deploy, the Administratum will immediately classify as a victory. Even before they get there. Even if they (somehow) lose. Oh yeah.

* You want to build, paint and transport an army consisting of about ~25 models total. This makes moving and understanding the game very easy.

* Your infantry are individually as tough as a hero compared to other armies: T5, 2+/4++, 3W is normal here!
**If you want to you can upgrade that 4++ to a 3++ relatively easily, and still hit like a tonne of bricks.

*You want to have access to the toughest, non-named character in the game (T6, W7, 2+/3++/5++ and rerolls on those saves)... We thought we'd seen His mightiest. We thought we'd witnessed the smashiest and fuckiest character in the game. Then, the War of the Spider raged and we were, oh, so wrong.

*Although not very diverse, they have BEAUTIFUL models with nice armor and weapons.

* You're the personal bodyguards of the Emperor himself!

* Your guys are BIG! Even Marines look like Squats next to you!

* You want to play as Super Space Marines, but don't like the idea of playing [[Grey Knights|teamkilling]] [[Khornate Knights|psychopaths]]!

* You want a shooty army without having them being vulnerable in assault or an assault army that is just as good at shooting. Custodes melee weapons usually come with the profile of a Relic Bolter. If they don't carry a gun, they will have access to some sort of firepower.

* Currently the only Imperium list with [[Jetbike|Jetbikes]]. Not [[Sammael|A Jetbike]], [[awesome|JETBIKES]]. Now Forgeworld has stopped moving slow as fuck we have access to two types of Jetbike!

* They have the biggest [[pauldrons]] you’ve ever seen!!!

* Technically quite good for beginners due to very low model count and a playstyle which isn't exactly hard to master.

* Can be extremely easy to paint - gold undercoat, red capes, and plumes, silver weaponry. And it's not hard to make them look good either - Duncan has great tutorials on Custodes.

* It's not that expensive to build a Custodes army when compared to quite a few other factions (still expensive but every GW army is). 2000pts worth of Custodes will likely cost you less than a 2000pt Guard, Tau or Tyranid army as examples, and you will certainly save money on paint and glue and your dudes will take less than a quarter of the time to build and paint that a nid/guard/ork horde army would.

* The Legio Custodes units are finally unleashed upon the Dark Imperium. Of course, this comes [[Contemptor-Galatus Dreadnought|with]] [[Coronus Grav Carrier|all]] [[Telemon Heavy Dreadnought|the]] [[Caladius Grav-Tank|goodies]] [[Aquilon Terminator|that]] [[Orion Gunship|entails]].

===Cons===
*[[HERESY|You might get tired of gold after a while]] (in which case, start painting Shadowkeepers or Solar Watch instead).

*You WILL get tired of the Austin Powers jokes.

* You will get even more tired of the "Little Kitten" jokes.

*In 8th edition a.k.a The Volume of Fire Edition your high priced (both points and dollars) Bananamen are at risk of falling to high volumes of low strength fire. There are plenty of ways to protect yourself, but [[Grimdark|even The Emperor’s Companions are not immortal in these dark times.]]

*While the Custodes Forgeworld units are among the best in the game now they have rules, we can't be entirely sure that drug dealing alone will be enough to pay for things like the Orion and the Telemon. But hey, [[Adeptus Mechanicus|you only need one lung and one kidney to live.]] [[Dark_Eldar|Nobody said they have to be yours.]]

*Even a single lost model will hurt like hell, and even with your buffed version of Objective Secured you can expect to struggle in holding objectives.

*Only three named characters and no real diversity to them (either 1 of 2 big guys that kick ass in melee or a terrifying women that makes you wet yourself to look upon her) such as dreadnought or mounted units. There’s also no forge world HQ’s to make use of all the forge world goodies.
*Without an allied detachment or Forgeworld units, your anti-armor and long-range games are severely lacking. Not a huge problem for Custodes but using Allarus Terminators, Vertus Jetbikes and Contemptor Dreadnoughts to deal with TEQ heavy or mechanized armies can be quite expensive.

*No psykers means no Deny the Witch. Sure, you have Aegis of the Emperor and some relics/strats that can help with this, but you will want a dedicated Psyker defense. Bringing in an allied detachment with a psyker or a few Sisters of Silence, or([[Warhammer_40,000/Tactics/Imperium(8E)#Adeptus_Astra_Telepathica|both]]) is a good idea.

* You might be considered [[That Guy]].

*Your Battle Plans are, for the most part, very basic and therefore easily predictable. The vast majority includes getting your Custodians up the pitch and into combat recklessly fast with no regard for actually holding Objectives. Of course, the only ultimate objective the Custodians care for in the fluff is saving old Emps, so what do you expect? Elaborate plans are for [[Tzeentch|pussies]].

* A pure Custodes list without allies isn't very competitive in 8th, you can bring allies to reliably win.
**As you scroll through the unit analysis section, you might notice one major thing: this is the only army in the game where forge world units make up more than half of all available units (14 FW to 11 GW). As a result, practically the only way to make a pure Custodes list faintly competitive is to use Forge World, which is a problem if you’re poor like most of the editors of 1d4chan are. Hey! The sucker punch here, however, is that there are not yet forge world HQ variants of the forge world units. So no jet pack captain to deep strike with your jet packs. No uber jet bike captain to escort your uber jet bikes. And no terminator captain with the uber power Fist to lead your murderball of S: 10 destruction.
**Another negative is that some local store tournament organizers or puritan players may not allow Forge World units to be used in "official" games. This is highly subjective to your local competitive scene. Do note that official GW tournaments and any tournaments following the ITC rule set decree that all currently supported Forge World units are fully legal for use.

*You will suffer against anything with decent invulnerability saves or stuff like quantum shielding that allows a model to ignore high damage weapons. Regardless of how good you are in combat, things like Wulfen and bike squads with TH/SS will gladly stay and fight you, or worse chase you down. Fail one save and you're gone, while it might take two attacks from us to kill a multiple wound model. Custodes rely on high damage per hit to kill their targets as opposed to eg. The imperial guard who rely on rate of fire, and in the 8th edition a high rate of fire is king. The good news is that your basic guns are only 2 damage, so while they can still knock a decent chunk of wounds off a target, they'll still be quite hard to stop with stuff like Quantum Shielding. This only gets better in CC as you now have an eye-watering high number of attacks to add to high S and AP characteristics, essentially making you become the Imperial Guard Shooting Phase when in combat. D3 damage again also helps you dodge QS.

==Special Rules==
*'''Aegis of the Emperor:''' Lore wise, it's the blessing of the Emperor; Gameplay-wise it gives all units with this rule a 5+ invulnerable save and a 6+ against wounds caused in the "psychic phase". Now your Custodes are Terminators on steroids and opponents won't be able to so reliably use psychic powers alone to bypass your high saves.

*'''The Emperor's Chosen:''' In a pure Custodes detachment, all your infantry and biker units get a +1 to their invulnerable saves, up to a maximum of a 3++. Correction to the above, ''now'' your Custodes are Terminators on steroids. Your actual Terminators are even TOUGHER. See "Talons of the Emperor" for interaction with Sisters of Silence.
**This means that your ''basic'' Custodian is running around with a 4++ save and 3 wounds, making stuff like singular lascannons, thunder hammers, and powerfists less threatening, as well as a 6+ save against mortal wounds caused by psychic powers. Your opponent's only real choices are to find more [[dakka]] (be it through bringing more weapons or focusing fire) or using other methods of inflicting mortal wounds such as Stratagems. Once the Custodians get on a bike or don some terminator armor, they only get more resilient.

*'''Shield Host:''' The Custodes finally have rules for the different shield hosts, allowing for some gamey combos. Want to protect a huge blob? Maybe see about the extra aura distance of the Emissaries. Want to have a character absolutely fuck up another character in melee? Shadow keepers have a relic for that. Want to make an Imperial Knight live forever? Aquilan Shield has him covered like a condom. But, honestly, let's stop bullshitting. The juiciest piece is the Dread Host reserve bomb.

*'''Sworn Protectors:''' The ObSec equivalent for Custodes is special- '''''all''''' Custodes {{W40Kkeyword|Infantry}} and {{W40Kkeyword|Bikers}} can use it, not just Troops. This means that unlike the majority of other armies, you can use deep striking scoring Terminators and jetbikes to snatch objectives from under your opponent's nose, and with The Emperor's Chosen they have a good chance of surviving the inevitable counterattack. You'll need it, too- this is the Custodes' only real way to compete in objective games (outside of simply slaughtering the enemy completely) due to their cripplingly low average model count.
**This is especially potent against armies that cut down on Troops to save points for other parts of their forces- their equivalent rules only apply to Troops, so if they only have a few of those they'll be hard-pressed to deny you objectives.

*'''Witch Hunters''': Re-roll all failed rolls to wound when attacking a {{W40kKeyword|PSYKER}} in the Fight phase.

*'''Psychic Abomination''': Sisters of Silence can ''never'' be targeted by any psychic power, friend or foe. Additionally, when not in a transport they force <u>enemy</u> {{W40kKeyword|PSYKER}}s to subtract 1 from all Psychic and DtW tests they take if a unit with this rule is within 18" of them. This stacks for each unit with the rule that's present up to a maximum of -4, so having enough Sisters of Silence near a unit will make psychic tests practically impossible for them.
**If you have a hater-boner for your friend playing a psyker-heavy army, include an auxiliary detachment with an indomitus crusader librarian and take the reliquary of Gathalamor. -4 to psychic test and 50% chance of d3 mortal wounds on a failed psychic ability means they will be SMITING THEMSELVES.
**The above may now only be useful against Grey Knights and Tzeentch, as they are the only factions who can Smite Spam without any penalty.
**The Index Imperium FAQ to this rule explains that it completely shuts down the ''Smite'' power if they are the closest target. It does not skip over them and affect the next nearest target. This is incredibly useful against opponents who heavily spam the power, opponents who were once praying to get to play you in tournaments.
** Negative to cast modifiers also make it easier for you to Deny The Witch through e.g. Impregnable Mind WT or Spark of Divinity strat as it becomes easier to beat their total and cancel their power.
*'''Null Maidens''': Sisters of Silence can be taken in any army with the {{W40kKeyword|Imperium}} keyword as a Vanguard detachment, even though they have no HQ units to fill the HQ slot. However, this detachment will not grant its customary +1CP as a Vanguard detachment normally would. Sadly White Dwarf October updated this rule and now taking an {{W40kKeyword|Astra Telepathica}} HQ doesn't allow the detachment to retain the +1 CP.
*'''Talons of the Emperor''': The one we've been waiting for, Sisters of Silence in a detachment of Custodes, in a battle-forged army, no longer interrupts the detachment being "Adeptus Custodes" for the purposes of The Emperors Chosen and similar rules. The Sisters, though, do not gain these rules themselves. This applies to all factions that have at least one faction keyword in common with the Sisters.
===Shield Hosts===
*If your army is battle-forged, select a Shield Host for each detachment of Custodes; all Custodes within that detachment, except Trajann, gain <Shield Host> special rule.
*If your army is led by a Custodes Warlord, you may give the <Shield Host> relic to an AC character within the <Shield Host> detachment instead of one from the Codex. You can give your <Shield Host> warlord their respective warlord trait, and that detachment can use their respective strategem.

'''Shadowkeepers:'''
*WLT: "Lock Warden": -1 HR vs. Characters, -1 to Character saves (including Invuln).
**Other than higher damage weapons this is the only real way for your characters to increase their damage output against those pesky hero’s running around with 4+ and 3+ invuln saves. This does not specify that it is in the fight phase either, so have fun shooting your bike captain with a hurricane bolter at characters and watching them melt. One funny way to run this is with a normal captain with a spear, give him the Gatekeeper relic alongside this warlord trait, and now you're shooting 6 spear shots at a character with -2 ap essentially. Combo with the strat for double shots and that's 12 spear shots now.

*Relic: "Statis Oubliette": Select one enemy Character at 3" of the bearer at the start of fight phase. This character has his Attacks value halves (rounded up) and Shadowkeepers units can reroll their Wound rolls of 1 against them.
**Note that there is no range limitation to not benefiting from the rerolls to 1, so that dreadnought, land raider and any mates they have in the back line can join in the fun. Functionally a bit meh if you’ve brought big boss along (which you will have).

*Strat: "Grim Responsibility" (1CP): Enemy attacks suffer a -1 malus to their Strength value when targeting a Shadowkeeper unit (any phase).
**Superb for those moments when your units would be up against strength 10 weapons which would otherwise wipe them out. Also an amazing way to counter bolter or flamer spam. Suddenly making all of those weapons St3 means they need 6s to wound your bikes or vehicles. Obviously good against St3 weapons to turn them St2. Tons of application with this strat. Force Lascannons to wound on 4s against your Telemon. Force meltas to wound on 4s against your tanks. Amazing.

'''Solar Watch:'''
*WLT: "Sally Forth": 6" Aura of +1" to move and advance and, while within this aura, units that have advanced can shoot with Rapid Fire weapons, at a -1HR, in the shooting phase.
**Turns smashfucker and his mates on bikes into even faster monsters that can still fire after advancing up the field, and even at -1 to hit 10 hurricane bolters in rapid fire range will kill something.

*Relic: "Swiftsilver Talon" (Guardian Spear): Standard melee profile and Assault 4 S4 AP-1 D2 shooting. AND it allows the bearer to fire and shoot even if he made Advance or Fall Back this turn.
*Strat: "Eagle Strikes" 0CP: After enemy Character is destroyed, +1 CP to next opponent strat (Once Per BR).

'''Emissaries Imperatus:'''
*WLT: "Voice of the Emperor": While within 9", Imperium units use the warlord's leadership, +3" range to OTHER Auras (this has been applied to the leadership range).
*Relic: "Vexillus Dominatus": <6" Re-roll failed leadership for Imperium Inf/Bikes. While within 6", EI Custodes are considered to be 3 models when counting for securing objectives. (1 = 3, 2 = 6, 3 = 9...)
*Strat: "The Emperor's Hand" 1CP: Ignore modifiers when shooting/fighting.

'''Aquilan Shield:'''
*WLT: "Revered Companion": Halves damage against the Warlord.
*Relic: "Praesidius": Storm Shield, -1 to Wound rolls that target this character.
*Strat: "Shield of Honour" 1CP: Imperium Character <3", resolve all attacks vs an Aquilan Shield unit instead.

'''Dread Host:'''
*WLT: "All-Seeing Annihilator": 6" Aura, all melee gain additional hit on 6s.
*Relic: "Admonimortis": A Castellan Axe with S+3 AP-3 D3 in melee. Your ONLY infantry melee weapon with a flat Damage value in the entire Custodes list, perfect to reliably hunt down characters or monsters.
*Strat: "The Golden Light of the Moiraides" 1/2CP: Select in the charge phase; Teleported units, 3d6 drop lowest for charges out of deep-strike. 1CP = 1 Unit, 2CP = up to 3 Units.

==Stratagems==
The glaring downside for the Custodes is that due to their high points cost, you'll have a hard time building armies that yield higher amounts of Command Points. Take the time to get to know the stratagems available to you, so that you can employ the right one at the right time to devastating effect. If you brought Trajann, his Moment Shackle will, on average, give you back 2 CP for a 3 CP stratagem, 1.67 for a 2 CP stratagem, and a full 1 CP for a 1 CP stratagem.

*'''Avatars of the Emperor (1 CP):''' At the beginning of the Morale phase, choose a non-vehicle Custodes unit (remember, your bikes ''don't'' count as vehicles). All Imperium infantry within 6" can use that unit's Ld for that morale phase.
*'''Avenge the Fallen (1 CP):''' During the fight phase, select an Adeptus Custodes unit. Each model in the selected unit gains a bonus attack for every model in the unit that was slain on that turn.
**The main weakness of the Custodes in melee is in dealing with hordes that will wear them down by inflicting more wounds than they can save against while being too numerous for the golden boys to wipe out in a single fight phase. While falling back can be an option in those situations, your model count will likely be so low that any such hordes can surround you, disabling your ability to fall back and leaving you to deal with a death of a thousand cuts. This Stratagem can mitigate that issue somewhat: in a 10-model unit, 5 models lost in the turn it's activated means the remaining 5 models will be packing 5 more attacks ''per model''. Of course, you'll have to pay through the nose just to max out a single unit's size in the first place, but it's better than being up to your golden armpits in Gaunts or Boyz.
**another weakness is that the opponents would rather focus down a unit rather than spread it out, so only one or two units will benefit if not the whole unit gets destroyed.
**From a math perspective, in absolute terms, this adds the most attacks when the unit has lost exactly half of its model count that turn, or, if it started at an odd number, 1/2 a model more or less than half: for example, a 3 man squad gets 2 bonus attacks when it loses 1 or 2 men, while a 10 man squad gets 25 extra attacks when it loses 5 men. As you lose more or fewer models, you get diminishing returns - e.g.the 10 man squad gets +25 at 5 losses, but +9 at 9 losses or 1 loss. As you can see, it also works better on larger squads, but larger squads hurt your CP pool so you probably went MSU if you're relying on stratagems.
*'''Bringers of the Emperor's Justice (1 CP):''' Ripped straight from the Blood Angels. An extra swing on a 6+ to hit against Chaos Space Marines, increased to a 4+ against Black Legion. Helps patch our number of attacks when it comes to dealing with hordes and/or Abbadon's bitches. When used with the Vexilla Imperialis’ ability, your custodes will have an extra 2 attacks. Just in case something somehow survived your initial attacks.
*'''Burst Missile Net (1 CP):''' If your bikes fire flakkburst at the same target, reroll the wound roll. Decent for setting up a charge on a FLY Vehicle or a Flyer but....really? Just charge the thing and save your CP.
*'''Castellan Strike (1 CP):''' If all the castellan axes in a unit are aimed at the same target, they get +1 to their AP. Great for taking on big things that would otherwise sit on a slightly better save.
*'''Concussion Grenade (1 CP):''' When selecting an Allarus Terminator unit to attack in the shooting phase, their balistarus grenade launcher becomes AP0. However, enemy infantry hit by it cannot overwatch and take a -1 penalty to hit (like the Reivers' shock grenades).
*'''Even in Death... (2 CP):''' When an Adeptus Custodes character is slain, he can make an out-of-phase shooting or fight action before being removed. A copy of the Space Marine Stratagem "Only in Death Does Duty End".
*'''Ever Vigilant (2 CP):''' When an enemy lands within 12", shoot at them with -1 to hit. same as marines (except you'll hit on 3+).
*'''Eyes of the Emperor (1 CP):''' Discard and draw a new tactical objective. super situational, but nice to have for Maelstrom of War missions.
*'''From Golden Light They Come (1 CP/ 3 CP):''' During deployment, deep strike up to two units of Adeptus Custodes Infantry, Bikers, or Dreadnoughts(!). Like other deep strike Stratagems, it can only be used once per game - it costs 1 CP for a single unit and 3 CP for two.
**The limit of two units doesn’t matter too much to the custodes as they have a low unit count (so two deep striking units might be your entire infantry contingent) and at least half of your army must be on the board during deployment; the more difficult factor is the 3cp price, especially considering the excellent competition this stratagem is up against.
***Can be utterly devastating when used on a Telemon Heavy Dreadnought (or any FW Custodes dread). This is especially useful against character screening armies, such as a Typhus-poxwalkers Death Guard, a Chaplain Dread or Guilliman with Guard Spam. For maximum damage deploy the Emperor's Golden Cock On Legs on your opponent’s back-marker objective(s), and watch him panic as his gun line is torn to shreds/blown to pieces by a nigh-unstoppable death machine, and all the while your other melee units, such as Wardens and Spear Guard, get ever closer to his army. Unless he brought something ridiculous, like a Knight Gallant or Castigator Lancer, he may as well just give up, because if he doesn’t shoot the Telemon, he’ll die, and if he doesn’t shoot your footslogging units, he’ll die. It is expensive in points, however, and people wise up to this trick very fast after the first time you pull it off.
***Remember, your opponent still has a huge advantage in actually holding onto objectives (at least until your ObSec Jetbikes with HBs get up the board). Make sure that, whatever you do, '''DO NOT''' charge your Telemon into combat unless you're going at a character with no bubble wrapping bodyguard '''and''' equipped it with the power fists. If you attempt to charge a bubble wrapping horde, even poxwalkers or 'gaunts can bring you down easily, and 300 points have just gone down the drain. If you do this deep-strike tactic, make sure that you keep your distance from hordes and shoot them to death instead, and prioritize by proximity (unless you need that <insert unit> dead).
*'''Indomitable Guardians (1 CP):''' After an enemy charges and fights with at least 1 unit, you can choose a unit of Custodes within 3" of an objective and fight with them. Every little advantage you can claim in defending objectives helps. Don't forget this Stratagem! It is a discounted Interrupt with a contingency. A little situational but VERY useful when it comes to fruition.
*'''Inescapable Vengence (2 CP):''' When selecting a unit of Allarus Terminators to attack in the Shooting phase, they can target Characters with their attacks regardless of whether or not they're the closest target. Allarus Terminators already have a similar bonus when it comes to consolidating after a fight, cementing their role as anti-character death squads. Combining the fact that the shooting from their axes/spears does 2 damage a piece along with their armor shredding grenade launchers, your Allarus Custodians might end up killing their target character just from their shooting.
*'''Inspire Fear (1 CP):''' -1 to enemy leadership (really a +1 to enemy morale check, but same difference). You have hurricane bolters, why are your opponent's hordes still alive to run away?
*'''Networked Machine Spirits (1 CP):''' Can be used when 2 of your Venerable Land Raiders are snuggled up within 6” and makes them immune to any negative to-hit modifiers. Situational since you already have PoTMS and a 2+ BS, but great if you’re up against Venomthropes, Alpha Legion, Raven Guard, or just decide [[Cheese|that unit of Eldar Shadow Spectres+cover+Conceal+Alaitoc Attribute were looking a little smug with their 2+ Save on top of a -4 to-hit bullshit]] and really [[Troll|might as well not be on the table anymore.]]
*'''Piercing Strike (1 CP):''' When a Custodes is selected to fight in the Fight phase, it may add +1 to wound rolls made for attacks with its guardian spears. Excellent for those times when you need a squad of custodians to take down a land raider or a greater demon, also means that you'll be mowing down marines of all varieties on a 2+. Considering that you're hitting on a 2+ already with a high AP, pumping up your chances to wound push you over the edge from "spooky" to "downright terrifying". Another advantage is that your opponent often overlooks this stratagem, focussing on defending against the "Big Bads", like FGLTC or Vexilla Teleport Homer, so the first time you use this will generally be completely unexpected. Save it until they make a mistake, like charging a newly teleported Abby into the basic 5-man unit you have holding the backmarker objective.
*'''Plant the Vexilla (1 CP):''' Add 6" to a vexilla's bubble, so long as the bearer didn't move. Our other '''AMAZING''' strat. Being able to give 5++ to allies or +1 attack from 12" away pairs great with the Vexilla Teleporter Homer.
*'''Sentinel Storm (2 CP):''' At the end of your '''enemy's''' shooting phase, fire with your sentinel blades. Not the best, based on what the sentinel blade is, but nice for softening an incoming charge or screwing with an enemy's plan if you get lucky. However, if you run a sword and board squad for dealing with hordes, the two pistol shots each will help them to not get drowned in attacks, and the ability to get off even more horde clearance cannot be overstated, although it does compete for CP with other ridiculously good stratagems.
*'''Shoulder the Mantle (1 CP):''' And you thought Alpharius' tricks were for heretics only. If your Warlord dies, select a Shield-Captain in your army. They become the new Warlord and generate a WT. As a bonus, as long as the new Warlord is on the field the opponent can't claim VP for slaying your Warlord. Since this Strategem does not designate that that the Warlord must be a Custodian Shield-Captian or Captian General, you can shoulder the mantle from an Astra Militarum Company Commander or other low quality efficient HQ, to your Shield Captian and give him a Warlord traits like Superior Creation or Radiant Mantle, all the while not giving up Warlord.
*'''Spark of Divinity (1 CP):''' Forget the others, like FGLTC and VTH, this is your single most important stratagem in your arsenal. Overstatement? Well, for just 1CP it '''allows your Custodians to Deny The Witch within 12 inches'''. If you've come this far (and if you keep going) in this article, you'll have noticed that the Custodians have 3 main problems: CPs, the volume of fire (both enemy and friendly), and Psychic Defence. This Stratagem plugs two of them. It's cheap for what it does, and helps keep your boys alive long enough against Psyker armies like Aeldari, Thousand Sons, Daemons, Grey Knights, etc. to get into combat and kill the witches (or for your Venatari and Termies to deepstrike on Turn 2 and assassinate them). It's not going to be a good substitute for normal Psyker defense on its own though, because while they can spam Smite and other powers you cannot spam this Stratagem. Finally, if you bring Valoris you can use his moment shackle after using this to essentially give you a free use. DO NOT FORGET ABOUT IT.
*'''Stooping Dive (3 CP):''' At the end of your opponent's Charge phase, pick a Biker unit within 12" of an enemy model. It can charge as if it was your charge phase, and if it makes the charge it gets to fight first even if the opponent charged with someone else. Conflicts with similar rules (e.g. Banshees, Emperor's Children CSMs, etc.) are resolved as normal. Considering how hard bikes can hit it is capable of canceling an important enemy charge attack entirely, which can completely change the battle. One of the best stratagems in the game or at least in the Imperium, albeit expensive.
*'''Tanglefoot Grenade (1 CP):''' At the start of the enemy movement or charge phase, pick a non-{{W40Kkeyword|FLY}} enemy unit within 12" of a Custodes infantry unit. Roll a d6; the target's Movement characteristic or charge distance is reduced by the result for the rest of the phase.
**Even just a -1 to charge distances can be enough to effectively neutralize an enemy unit. Now imagine what will happen if they end up losing an average of 3-4" of charge distance. Excellent on melee fighters that will sorely miss even a single inch of mobility and nothing is more hilarious than a squad of Howling Banshees being forced to move slower than Death Guard Terminators. It's worth noting that this strat is also amazing for ensuring enemy units will have a much harder time trying to flee from combat or put some more space between them and the incoming golden wrecking ball.
** REMEMBER, this stratagem is usable in both the movement AND charge phases. Since stratagems can be used a maximum of once per phase you can stunt a nearby enemy's regular movement and, later in the turn, you can ruin the same or other unit's charge. For only 1 CP each time you can seriously handicap your enemy's plans throughout their entire turn depending on which units they're trying to maneuver. Pair this with the Coronus Grav-Carrier's -2 to charge distance for some true cheese.
*'''Unflinching (1 CP):''' Gives you a 5+ overwatch. There is no escaping Hurricane Bolters, as the Emperor knows you have committed great sins.
*'''Unleash the Lions (2 CP):''' At the start of the Movement phase, select a unit of Allarus Terminators. They split up into separate units consisting of a single model apiece. Keep in mind that each Terminator has 4 wounds, the typical Custodes saves, and has rules meant for them to single out Characters from far away; this allows them to take on several Characters at once while preventing foes from just focusing fire on their squad or using morale to wear them down.
*'''Vexilla Teleport Homer (3 CP):''' Can deep strike within 6" of a vexilla (who was already on the board), so long as you are 3" away from the enemy. Fucking '''AMAZING'''. Drop a 10-man termie squad 3" away from your enemy, cripple behind them with some shooting, then melee everything dead. Keep in mind that you can't use this stratagem the same turn that your vexilla deep strikes (if in Allarus Terminator armor), so they will either need a screen to take enemy shooting or give your opponent other immediate threats to shoot at plus the -1 to hit vexilla and maybe the Eagle's Eye relic to survive a round of shooting so you can deep strike your golden boys down next turn.
**Alternative Opinion: For this strategy to work, it takes 2 turns and 3 command points to work. If you are spending all those points and command points you better be praying to the Emperor and Kitten's naked body that you don't think about the odds of this actually working and just have faith in the Emperor.
**The FAQ says you can only deep strike one squad per use, so consider From Golden Light They Come if you want to deep strike more than that.

*'''Victor of the Blood Games (2 CP):''' Almost an auto take. Before the game starts, choose a character. That guy gets to reroll 1 hit, wound, or save roll per turn. This right here is one of the best Stratagems we get as an army, if not '''the''' best one. If you thought a Shield-Captain on the Auric Aquilas packing a 3++ (and possibly a FnP on a 5+ depending on his WT) was hard to kill before, '''''hooo boy''''', just you wait.
** Alternate Opinion: While certainly a kick-ass stratagem, here is something to consider. Most of the time this is going to be used on a Shield-Captain. Unless he's taking a negative on his to-hit rolls for some reason, he's already rerolling all his 1's, so you can't spend the reroll there. That leaves only the wound rolls and saves that will ever get used for this. While still AMAZING to have that sort of insurance in your back pocket, for a CP hungry army like this, this (usually) two-option single reroll may not be worth a whole 2CP. Against certain lists, it definitely could be, but you should always consider what you're going to get out of it first. If you don't think your shield-captain on jetbike will be threatened by much or have trouble wounding in a certain match, consider saving the 2CP for something else.
** Remember that this stratagem is used during ''''''deployment''''', meaning if you have a Grand Strategist-alike, you roll for EACH CP spent and can (potentially) get them all back, as the battle round has yet to begin.
** Also remember that this reroll is per PLAYER turn, meaning you can reroll a failed wound roll in your turn, and a save in your opponents. Contrary to the above, if you have the CP to spare, you absolutely should be using this Strategem.
*'''Wisdom Of The Ancients (1 CP):''' Man, Imperials love to listen to their assorted Grandpas’ stories, don’t they? Does the same thing it does in all the other codices by giving a Dreadnought in your army a 6” reroll-ones-to-hit bubble. Useful when your shield-captains have better places to be, like handing your opponent's warlord his ass on a golden platter (which he will statistically do unless it’s a Primarch, Typhus, Ghazghkul Thraka, etc).

===Psychic Awakening: War of the Spider Strategems===
*'''Captain-commander (1CP):''' Use this Strategem before the battle, and select a Shield-Captain model from your army that is not a named character. Select one of the following traits for that model; this stratagem is usable once per battle.
**'''Bane of Abominations:''' Re-roll Wound Roll against Monsters and vehicles. Not bad, but seems half usable on a biker captain.
**'''Defiant to the Last:''' +1 attack per wound lost, to a maximum of +3 attacks. Looks tempting, but usually if your captain is taking damage, he lost maybe 1 wound from failing a random 2+ save or he got focused and nuked down and is dead now.
**'''Indomitable Constitution:''' +2 wounds. Amazing. Bike captain is now tougher than Roboute Guilliman (if you take the 3++ relic), but without the ability to come back to life.
**'''Inspirational Exemplar:''' +3" to aura effects. Good on a captain sitting back with tanks or walking up the board with foot soldiers.
**'''Master of Melee:''' +2 Attacks when within 1" from 5 or more enemy models. Better than the Defiant to the Last trait.
**'''Slayer of the Unclean:''' Double damage on WR of 6, melee AND shooting.
**'''Strategic Mastermind:''' 5+ Regen per CP SPENT
**'''Swift as the Eagle:''' +1" move/adv/charge
**'''Unstoppable Destroyer:''' D3+3' pile in, consolidate pile in towards any model in range. Consolidate can be away from enemy models.
*'''Ancient Artifice (1 CP):''' Half damage to Dreadnoughts.
*'''Arcane Genetic Alchemy (2 CP):''' When a non-vehicle unit is chosen to be attacked, wound rolls of 1-3 always fails until the end of the phase. Transhuman on our units!
*'''Archeotech Munitions (1 CP):''' DD6 weapons, roll 2 dice and select the highest. Melta rules on weapons that don't have melta. Situational but definitely good when you rememeber to use it.
*'''Auramite and Adamantium (1 CP):''' Custodes Terminators ignore AP-1 and AP-2, until end of the phase.
*'''Blood Games Veterans (1/2 CP):''' Units of 5 models, 1CP. 6+ models is 2CP; shooting phase unmodified 6 to hit = Auto-wound target. Great when you have a lost of shots against tough targets and you just need to pick it apart.
*'''Eternal Penitent (1 CP):''' Select a Dread, selectable once. Dread has +1 Attack and Reroll Charges for the game. Really cool if you want to get your new Telemon dread into combat without committing to Dread Host.
*'''Fortress of Willpower (1 CP):''' Custodes targeted by Psychic Powers, after DTW, on 4+ no effect. (+3 if wardens).
*'''Fraternity of Heroes (1 CP):''' At the end of the enemy's charge phase, one Custodes unit that's not within 1" of an enemy model can immediately perform a Heroic Intervention. If your enemy ever thought that they're dealing with only one bunch, throw some more bananas into the mix!
*'''Indomitable Engines (1 CP):''' Vehicle 5+ FNP against Mortal Wounds, starting when you WOULD take a mortal wound on a vehicle. Lasts one phase. Know you're about to take a bunch of mortals from Smite spam? Throw that Pallas tank or Contemptor dread up front and try to tank some of the hits before your Guard do.
*'''Slayer of Nightmares (2 CP):''' Can +1WR if targeted something with higher Toughness than own, in the fight phase. We really needed this. Makes axes wound on 3s against knights. Spears have a cheaper version of this, but still good.
*'''Superior Fire Patterns (1 CP):''' During the shooting phase, pick one unit of Custodes Infantry. For this phase, they can double all shots using Pistol and Rapid Fire weapons. This is one of those strats that you will be using every phase if you can. The main application would be on terminators of both kinds. The Allarus will get double shots on their axes when they sniper characters, and a squad of 5 alone would get 20 shots. The Aquilon Terminators with their Storm Bolters would get 8 shots each...That's 40 shots with a squad of 5. Also, a funny way to run this would be if you took the Gatekeeper Spear relic. That's 12 shots with a single character.
*'''Ten Thousand Heroes (1 CP):''' Once per battle, additional Warlord Trait for a non-warlord Adeptus Custodes model. Each WLT in your army must be unique. (ONLY ONE)
*'''The Emperor's Auspice (2 CP):''' No re-rolls for attacks against this unit for the phase.
**Useful against many enemies, but especially Death Stars which would otherwise attempt to swarm you with reroll all hits and reroll 1’s to wound. At the top end you can reduce damage taken by 20%, and potentially cause mortal wounds from plasma.
*'''Vengeance of the Machine Spirit (2 CP):''' When a vehicle with PotMS is destroyed it can Auto-explode, make a shooting attack, or make single weapon attack. Use top row of damage table for resolving attacks.

===Sisters of Silence===
*'''Creeping Dread (1 CP):''' -1HR <6", one phase.
*'''Decapitating Strikes (1 CP):''' Vigilators are +1WR, until end of phase.
*'''Desperation's Price (1 CP):''' 18" additional D3 MWs perils.
*'''Empyric Severance (1 CP):''' 18" 3+ stops a psychic power, AFTER DTW.
*'''Immaterial Dissonance (1 CP):''' Psyk-out grenades that hit 1 daemon/psyker, no overwatch and -1HR in melee until end of turn.
*'''Punishment Fire (1 CP):''' Prosecutors bolters, 18" Assault 3.
*'''Purgation Sweep (1/2 CP):''' Units up to 5, 1CP. 6+, 2CP. Flamers rolling less than 4W = 4W.
*'''Talons (1 CP):''' Until the end of phase, re-roll HR for SoS unit when <6" of Custodes THAT HAVE ALREADY ATTACKED IN THAT PHASE.

==Tactical Objectives==
;11 - Deliver Victory
: If you scored at least 1 VP from another Tactical Objective this turn, gain 1 VP.
;12 - Eliminate Threats
: 1 VP if you destroy an enemy unit, improved to d3 VP if you destroyed at least 3.
;13 - War Zone Secure
: 1 VP if you control at least 3 objectives.
;14 - Keep Them At Spear's Length
: 1 VP if there are no other units within 3" of Adeptus Custodes units from your army (not counting other Adeptus Custodes units). This cannot be completed on the first turn. Keep in mind that "no other units" ''does'' count allies as well as enemies, so mind how you place your allied detachments!
;15 - Crush Their Resistance
: Your opponent selects an objective. If you control it by the end of the turn, gain d3 VP.
;16 - The Emperor's Vengeance
: d3 VP if you steal an objective from an enemy, which is upped to d3+3 if you steal 3 or more.

==Armoury==

===Ranged Weapons===

Ranged Weapons found on the Games Workshop units are as follows:

*'''Guardian Spear/Castellan Axe:''' When shooting these weapons, they are both 24" S4 AP-1, with Rapid fire 1 and D2, that's 2 wounds per failed save. Yes, your basic gun has two wounds. Excellent for taking down most things MEQ’s, TEQ’s, custodes, anything less than toughness 8, GEQ’s; although slightly overkill on GEQs, but anything with more than one wound will drop like flies. The bonus AP will also make a huge difference, effectively doubling your damage output against TEQs and the like. In short, [[Awesome|a normal marine's Relic Bolter is our normal weapon.]]
*'''Sentinel Blades:''' Pistol 2 S4 ap0 D1, your only weapon choice if you're running shielded custodians for when you need to ensure they don't die. It also benefits from multiple stratagems exclusively.
*'''Balistus Grenade Launcher:''' The main armament of the Allarus and a marine killer of some quality. 12", Assault D3, S4, AP-3, D1. Combine with the Guardian Spear or Castellan Axe shooting for some shockingly good infantry mulching at short range. Being AP-3 but only D1 makes it superior to the spear at MEQ hunting and will do unspeakable things to things like storm troopers and Eldar, and as you can now deep strike again this weapon is perfectly suited to be plonked in an enemies flank or rear to do unspeakable damage.
*'''Hurricane Bolter:''' [[AWESOME|Standard issue on your Dawneagle Jetbikes]]. With a lovely 12 S4 AP0 shots at 12” range (6 at 24”) ''per Bike'', this makes your Jetbike squads excellent for mincing lightly armored infantry units that might bog down your expensive Banana Boyz. The fact that this weapon is fitted to a unit that can FLY also means that you will almost always be able to fire this weapon every turn, and a unit of these overwatching will be hilarious if very short-lived for the charging unit.
**Outperforms the Salvo Launcher against most targets (including some vehicles of toughness 7 or less) when in rapid-fire range by sheer Ork levels of dice, especially when coupled with re-rolls to hit. Your go-to choice unless you have some toughness 7 or higher with good armor saves which require your [[rape|tender administrations]].
*'''Salvo Launcher:''' The other weapon option for your Jetbikes, it has 24” range and is either a Multi-Melta shot that re-rolls wounds against {{W40Kkeyword|Vehicles}} but does not get melta dice at half range, or a Heavy D3 S7 AP-1 D3 missile that gets +1 to hit against things with {{W40Kkeyword|Fly}} but -1 to hit against anything that doesn’t. This little quirk shouldn’t be a problem, though, since your normal BS is 2+. The melta version is great for ripping apart vehicles and the flakk choice is great for shoring up your slightly spotty anti-air. Very situational, but fills out the lack of high strength anti-tank shooting that Custodes lack immensely. Hurricane bolters are usually (If not always) better in the current meta, but a few can be strong in your weekend gaming.
**Its only real flaws are that, as a Heavy weapon, it's less able to take advantage of the jetbike's mobility, but a 3+ to hit is still pretty good and it's not like you have cheaper ranged anti-vehicle weapons. When using Flakk to shoot non-supersonic {{W40Kkeyword|FLY}}, however, your BS will still be 2+ even if you moved. The secondary flaw is that, while it's better than a multi-melta against vehicles, it's noticeably worse against everything else when firing using its "melta" profile as well as being more than double the price of hurricane bolters.
**As Chapter Approved dropped its points so that it's a mere 5 points more than a Hurricane Bolter, its flaws might no longer outweigh the benefit.
*'''Multi-melta:''' Found exclusively on the venerable contemptor dreadnought. Same as any other multi-melta, and one of the few ranged anti-armor weapons you have.
*'''Kheres Pattern Assault Cannon:''' The other option for your Venerable Contemptors. 24" range, Heavy 6, S7 AP-1. Less close-range clout than the Dawneagle's hurricane bolters, but more reliable when targeting heavier infantry or light vehicles due to its better range and higher strength and AP.

====Forge World====
Ranged Weapons found on the Forge World units are as follows:

*'''Achillus Dreadspear:''' 24" Heavy 2 S8 AP-2 d3D, making it essentially a Leman Russ battle cannon, instead of a d3 shot and d3 damage lascannon. A decent anti-armor weapon, but more of a tool for softening up the vehicle before the Achillus charges it and reduces said vehicle to slag.
*'''Adrasite Weapons:''' The Disintegration Beam weapons from the Horus Heresy are upgrades of the Space Marine Grav weapons, and are similarly odd weapons. While high AP and damage output seem tempting at first, it is offset by their rather mediocre strength. They will struggle to wound most vehicles while shooting at infantry will often result in overkill. They can have their applications against multi-wound models with low/medium toughness and a high armor save (e.g. Primaris Marines and TEQs, against whom they are perfect), and are usually cheaper than any alternatives. But it's questionable if you can afford to have dedicated anti-marine weapons in an army with such a low model count and no guarantee that you’ll face Marines. Ironically, they are also quite effective against other Custodes!
**'''Adrasite Spear:''' 18" Assault 1 S5 AP-3 D3, available on your FW troops. 4 points cheaper than its Pyrithite counterpart, so add a Misericordia to your A3 S6 AP-3 Dd3 melee and watch Marines cry.
**'''Adrastus Bolt Caliver:''' Has 2 profiles: the first one is Bolt volley 36" Assault 3 Heavy Bolter (S5 AP-1 D1) or a Disintegration beam 15" Assault 1 S5 AP-3 D3. Exclusive to Sagittarum Custodians. As usual with combi-weapons, you can fire both profiles during a single shooting phase at the cost of getting -1 on your hit rolls, which is mathematically worth it in the case of the caliver.
**'''Adrathic Devastator:''' Found on Dickbike Custodians. 18" Heavy 2 S6 AP-3 D3. A little meh but it will chew through all the varieties of infantry and chip away at vehicles before a charge.
**'''Twin Adrathic Destructor:''' An option for Aquilons and spearnaughts. 18" Assault 2 S5 AP-3 D3.

*'''Arachnus Weapons''' A heavy weapon that has two fire modes, an Anti-vehicle beam that rerolls against {{W40Kkeyword|Vehicles}} and a Burst that trades quality for quantity and is more adept against MEQ and TEQ.
**'''Arachnus Heavy Blaze Cannon:''' Found on big boi Orion, it has 2 firing modes: Beam, which is a 48" Heavy 1 S9 Ap-4 '''3D+3''' re-rolls wounds against {{W40Kkeyword|Vehicles}} and Burst, which is a 36" Heavy 4 S7 AP-2 D1. Increases the Orion's firepower flexibility greatly, allowing it to aid Pyrithite Spear-wielding Guard in tank-busting or Talon-and-Firepike Aquilons in horde-chewing.
**'''Arachnus Storm Cannon:''' As always, 2 firing modes: Beam, which is now a 36" Heavy 2 S8 Ap-4 3 re-rolls wounds against {{W40Kkeyword|Vehicles}} and Burst, which is a 24" Heavy 6 S7 AP-2 D1.
**'''Twin Arachnus Blaze Cannon:''' A lighter Arachnus weapon: Beam is a 36" Heavy 2 S7 Ap-4 3 re-rolls wounds against {{W40Kkeyword|Vehicles}} and Burst is a 24" Heavy 6 S5 AP-2 D1.
**'''Twin Arachnus Heavy Blaze Cannon:''' A Heavy Blaze Cannon with twice the shots on each mode.
**'''Arachnus magna-blaze cannon:''' found on the Ares gunship. its beam don't rerolls, but instead a 72" Heavy d3, '''S14''' '''D3+6'''. and Burst is Heavy 3 S9 D3. The kind of gun that disintegrates tanks.

*'''Galatus Warblade:''' Twin heavy flamer with +1S.
*'''Iliastus Accelerator Culverin:''' 48" Heavy 4 S7 AP-3 D2; Exclusive to the Telemon. Your weapon of choice for dealing with Primaris-like infantry and light vehicles.
*'''Infernus Firepike:''' 12" heavy flamer with +1S exclusive to Aquilon Custodians. Now you can cook some units the turn you deepstrike.
*'''Infernus Incinerator:''' +1S heavy flamer. Good for dealing with GEQs. However, because it's Heavy, you can't advance. Found on Contemptor-Achillus Dreadnoughts.
*'''Kinetic Destroyer:''' Exclusive to Venatari Custodians. The only pistol in Forge World Custodes guns which means you can fire it in melee (but you want your flying boy in melee or not is another story). 18" Pistol 2 S6 AP-2 D2 can score an additional hit on an unmodified roll of 6. MEQ/Primaris/TEQ killers with enough range to put you out of rapid-fire range of most troops.
*'''Lastrum Bolt Cannon:''' A heavy bolter with +1S and -1AP.
*'''Lastrum Storm Bolter:''' A storm bolter that fires heavy bolter shells. Found on Aquilon Terminators and the Contemptor Achillus. It would be decent anti-MEQ firepower due to output and strength. Let down by its comparative lack of AP. Skip.
**For 5 pts, putting down 4 heavy bolter shots in rapid-fire range makes it a very efficient anti-infantry option for the points and puts it in serious contention vs the Infernus Firepike for Aquilons.
**Thanks to BS2 that is on average 3.33 (3.88 with Reroll 1) hits vs. the 3.5 of the Firepike at 12". Beyond 12" the Pike gets useless. While S6 is certainly beneficial on wounding it comes together with charge Protection at a premium of 10 Points.

*'''Plasma Ejector:''' More or less a Plasma Gun pretending to be a Heavy Flamer, with D6 S7 AP-3 D1 Autohits. As expensive as both weapons combined and now only found on the Exemplar's DCCW.

*'''Pyrithite Spear:''' A meltagun on a custodian spear. Utterly hilarious to use, especially when the bearers are FGLTC'd right on top of a tank column. The fact that it's an assault weapon also means that Guard armed with these can get up the field much quicker than regular guard while maintaining their ability to shoot (and even a -1 to hit still gives you 5 MEQ-level meltagun shots), which helps them go hunting T7 vehicles like dreadnoughts.
*'''Spiculus Bolt Launcher:''' 24" 5 shots heavy bolter; found on the Telemon.

*'''Spiculus Heavy Bolt Launcher:''' 48" Heavy 3 S7 AP-1 2D. Another Orion weapon. Again, it increases the versatility of the Orion as a fire support unit, this time allowing it to take on light vehicles and multi-wound infantry like Primaris Marines.

*'''Twin Iliastus Accelerator Cannon:''' Another Caladius gun; 60" Heavy 8 S7 AP-3 D2. The latest rules nerfed the Iliastus cannon's impact against vehicles and MEQs. However, the flat Damage value of 2 makes it way more reliable against multi-wound infantry. And let's be honest, the Caladius was too good for what it costed.

*'''Twin Las-Pulser:''' 24" Heavy 4 S8 AP-2 Dd3. Found on the Dickbikes and the Exemplar, and the best choice for both of them due to potentially high shot output and high strength. Previously a fairly unpredictable weapon because of its random number of shots, it was nicely buffed by the August 2019 new rules.
**Note the Exemplar's gun is a Las-Puls'''a'''r, which is 20 more points but has +1 Strength and AP, as well as a foot more range. Since the Exemplar is only in the first batch of beta rules and the Dickbikes are only in the second, it stands to question if you should use the old stats on the Dread's sheet or assume the new spelling (and thus stats) found on the bike take priority. Make sure to check with your opponent beforehand!
*'''Twin Lastrum Bolt Cannon:''' You know what it is. Lastrum Bolt Cannon with double shots.

*'''Twin Plasma Projector:''' Comes with the Telemon's fist. 8" Heavy2d3 S6 AP-2 D1 auto-hit. It seems to have been specifically designed to help the Telemon deal with GEQs (S6 = 2+ to wound, Ap-2 = 7+ save, D1 has no overkill). However, it isn't very good at this due to its unreliable and comparatively low shot output - you will struggle to kill 10 conscripts over two turns' worth of shooting with one of these.

*'''Venatari Lance:''' 12" Assault 2 S6 AP-2 D2. Slight overkill on GEQs thanks to the D2 but can also do good work against MEQs and Primaris Marines thanks to its +2 strength and +1 AP over the Guardian Spear. It is also Assault, so you'll always get 2 shots and can fire it at MEQ-level BS when flying at full speed. A solid choice, but slightly overshadowed by the Destroyer. The better melee is what makes this shine.

===Melee Weapons===

The Melee Weapons for Games Workshop's Custodes units are as follows:
*'''Guardian Spear:''' It's a S+1 (i.e. S6) AP-3 melee weapon that does DD3 damage to a target. In other words, effectively a souped-up force axe/sword, and is your most standard weapon throughout the list. At only 9 points it is a very effective weapon.
*'''Castellan Axe:''' S+3 (i.e. S8) AP-2 D3 damage axe of crack and doom. Use when Strength 6 from the Guardian Spear isn’t quite cutting it and AP isn’t quite as important as actually landing wounds, such as when you’re going toe-to-toe with Tyranid beasties or light vehicles. Wardens and Allarus Custodians with these can threaten any Heavy Support in the game.
**Mathhammer-wise, axes are usually your best choice against T6 (both weapons are equivalent against T6/2+ with 5++ or worse, but the spear is cheaper, giving it the edge there) and T7/8 regardless of save, or anything with a 4++ or better, while spears shine against T1/2/3/5/9/10 models without a 4++. The difference in damage output between spears and axes against T4 models without an invulnerable save is minuscule (6.25% worse against 2+ and equivalent against 3+, i.e. only worse due to cost) so you should always go full Castellan when facing pure MEQ armies and keep the spears for GEQs and things with 2+ saves, although it's bad form to make your list after knowing your opponent's. The general rule, if the Custodian can take an axe he takes the axe!
*'''Interceptor Lance:''' Standard issue for your Jetbikes; same stat-wise as a Guardian Spear, but without any shooting (the guns are on the bikes) and it allows you to re-roll wounds on the charge. Tasty as hell.
**Jetbikes have the {{W40Kkeyword|Fly}} Keyword, which means they can charge and attack flyers in melee. [[Awesome|Just think about that.]]
*'''Misericordia:''' This power knife grants an additional attack at S: U AP-2 unless the model is equipped with a Storm Shield. At only 3 points, it's not too bad of a weapon, though with how expensive we already are per model, it's not an auto-include. Still, remember you could get 13 additional misericordia attacks in your army for the price of a single Custodian Guard, so it's worth taking under certain circumstances. That, and 30k Legio Custodes players won't skin you alive for [[Rage|actually having rules for the Misericordia]] [[Troll|and not using them]]. Also how you will be using any leftover points.
*'''Sentinel Blade:''' Strength User, AP-3, D3 damage; not as killy/strong as the Spear, but your only option if you take a Storm Shield. A good option if you want to outfit a unit to hunt T4 meqs and teqs since they will wound just as well as the spear but also get 2 pistol shots each in melee. Add stormshields if you anticipate said meqs/teqs having thunder hammers...

====Forge World====
The Melee Weapons for Forge World's Custodes units are as follows:
*'''Achillus Dreadspear:''' A brutal Sx2 (14) AP-3 DD6 weapon that treats all Damage rolls of 1 or 2 as 3 and also deals d3 mortal wounds on the charge. Perfect for hunting down large, single entities toughness 7 or less. [[Anal Circumference|Bend over and we'll make this quick.]] It can also handle T8-T13 thanks to its high strength, but if you charge a titan with it expect the Achillus to die immediately after attacking.
*'''Adrasite/Pyrthite Spear:''' A Guardian spear without access to the Piercing Strike stratagem, possibly in error as they only switched out their Bolters for disintegrators or meltas.
*'''Galatus Warblade:''' A 3 Damage Power Sword that now allows your dude to do D3 additional attacks. Sounds pretty good, yeah? Now give it to a Dreadnought.
*'''Solerite Power Gauntlet:''' An upgraded power fist for Forge World's class of Custodes Terminator, the Aquilon. Essentially a power fist with Ap-4 and no -1 to hit roll. So, this means that from a unit of 3 Aquilons, you will get 12 strength 10 Ap -4 Damage d3 attacks hitting on 2s. Anything without a high invuln will evaporate. This makes the Aquilon your go-to footsloggers for killing big beasties like greater daemons or superheavies.
**You will generally take this on your Aquilons over the Talon as the price is really the only downside to it when comparing it to the Talon (and even then the gauntlet is only 4 points more expensive), while the higher strength, ap, and damage means it can tackle a much wider range of opponents and, really, going from wounding everything T6 and above on 4s and 5s to wounding everything below Reaver Titans on 2s and 3s will make a big big difference, both to your play style and your opponent's (funnily enough, people don't like the idea of leaving A4 WS2+ relic power fists alone).
*'''Solerite Power Talon:''' Str 6 Ap-2 damage 1, reroll failed wound rolls AND now allows you to make an additional attack with it. Now a quite decent choice if you want to gear your Aquilon for horde-crushing. It is very reliable for taking on GEQs as it can reroll failed wound rolls (which will only ever be the 1s), and Ap -2 means they don't get a save. It can't handle MEQs TEQs or vehicles as well as the Fist due to its lower Strength, AP, and only 1 Damage, although its ability to reroll all failed wound rolls does help it slightly against the MEQs and TEQs. If you take these, it will be because you're saving points for Misericordias on other units (the difference in points between the Talon and the Gauntlet is 4 - the same as a Misericordia's cost). In this lone case, combine them with the Infernus Firepike and have Aquilons with these go GEQ-hunting.
*'''Tarsus Buckler:''' Designed for destroying GEQs. Like the Power Talon, this is a S: 6 Ap: -2 melee weapon but 1 damage will limit the variety of opponents this can go up against. However, the reason you want to take this is for a) the kinetic destroyer (a two-shot S6 ap-2 D2 pistol with 18" range and what is basically a Volkite rule), and b) the fact that they reduce weapons of Ap-1 to Ap 0, limiting the consequences of having ''only a 3+/4++ save''.
*'''Telemon Caestus:''' [[TTS|'''IT'S FISTIN' TIME!!!!!''']] *Ahem* The Imperial Fister for the Telemon Dreadnought, as the name suggests. The updated rules mean you now get +1 attack if you take two, which would translate to 5 Strength 16 AP-3 D4 attacks, and, like the Power Gauntlet, with no -1 to hit that you'd usually see on a weapon like this. This means that, while unbalancing your force, Titans will fall to something more than half their height. Get your [[Troll]] face ready. (Seriously, this things wounds Imperial Knights on 2s).
*'''Venatari Lance:''' +1 STR, AP -3, D3 damage. A Guardian Spear but without access to the Piercing Strike stratagem.
**''The 1D3 value also leads to some Damage rolls of 1 being "lost" due to the distribution of Damage between dice. Let's say you're fighting a unit of models with 2 Wounds each and you inflict two unsaved wounds. Rolling a 2 then a 1 on your Damage rolls isn't the same thing than rolling a 1 then a 2. While the two combinations are statistically identical, the later will only remove one model and leave the rest of the unit unharmed: the 1 you rolled is useless.''
**''So what is this fucking paragraph about? Just remember that weapons dealing 1D3 wounds are quite different from ones with a flat Damage value of 2 and you should take those differences into account when doing or using some mathammer. It isn't much of a problem against single tanky models like vehicles, monsters and characters since most of them have enough Wounds to smoothen the overall result of your rolls, but [[Primaris_Space_Marines|multi-wounds infantry]] may turn out to be tougher than you expected because of how the Damage mechanics work.

===Special Issue Wargear===
*'''Storm Shield:''' The tried and true Storm Shield, commonly known to make dirty Xenos and heretics alike light up with rage. Cannot be taken with Guardian Spears, no Space Hoplites unfortunately but should not be overlooked as a unit of 5 of these is an excellent distraction Carnifex which will die so slowly that it will make an actual distraction Carnifex look like a squad of conscripts in heavy bolter fire. With Custodes in a detachment all benefiting from a 4++ naturally, one must weigh the loss of certain melee and ranged effectiveness for an increase of a save from 4 to 3. If you want your Custodian Guard to hold backfield objectives for you, it might be worth giving one or two of your guys a Storm Shield to soak up AP -2 and better shots while letting the rest of your Spear guys take the low AP shots.

===Relics===
Figures that the golden bananas would get the best toys - you have a jaw-dropping 13 Relics to choose from, and another based on your Shield Host. Many of which are incredible.

*'''Auric Aquilas:''' {{W40Kkeyword|BIKER}} models only. Their uber golden jetbike has a 3+ invulnerable save and allows them to re-roll failed charge rolls. Strictly better than the Eagle's Eye. One of, if not our best relic, makes Shield-Captain on Dawneagle Jetbike one of the best units in the game.
*'''Auric Shackles:''' Subtract 1 from the attacks characteristic of enemy {{W40Kkeyword|CHARACTERS}} to a minimum of 1 whilst they are within 6" of the bearer. Also, if the bearer slays the enemy Warlord in the fight phase he scores an additional D3 victory points for his side.
*'''Castellan's Mark:''' Allows you to redeploy the bearer and 1 unit before the game starts. The Swarmlord had to give up a WT for this effect, and can only redeploy itself - you get it as a free Relic option, and can redeploy an extra unit. Underrated relic, so commence smugness.
*'''Eagle's Eye:''' A special helmet that has special sensors that warn the bearer against danger, giving him a +1 to his Invulnerable save (maximum 3+). No need for a Storm Shield when you have this and the faith in the Emperor.
*'''Emperor's Light:''' A misericordia. Besides the "make an additional attack" thing, enemy units within 12" of the bearer must add 1 to their Morale tests. Strictly not worth your points as you have to pay for it, and you could go for the better Gatekeeper (albeit not the best choice) if you have a Guardian Spear or just go for durability with Auric Aquilas or The Eagles Eye.
*'''Gatekeeper:''' Replaces a guardian spear. The close-combat profile is the same but the inbuilt bolter is Rapid Fire 3 and can make Overwatch shots on a roll of 3+. This effectively gives your HQ unit the same shooting power as a 3-man Custodian squad. Now, while it may give some decent shooting if your Custodes are shooting it's usually either early game or you're playing them very wrong. Still good for softening up a target with some pre-charge shooting or some defense against a charge in the opponent’s turn. Better options, but don’t underestimate having more shots as a Custodes player.
*'''Obliteratum:''' Terminator only, replaces the Balistus Grenade Launcher. Fires [[awesome|antimatter shells]] at Assault 1 S10 AP-4 D3 making it one of your few ranged weapons not mounted on a Land Raider or Forge World unit that has a good chance at hurting stronger vehicles.
*'''Praetorian Plate:''' {{W40Kkeyword|TERMINATOR}} models only. When you set the bearer up, you can choose a friendly {{W40Kkeyword|IMPERIUM}} {{W40Kkeyword|CHARACTER}} ''(note it doesn't have to be a Custodian)'' and if at the end of any opponent's Charge phase, there is an enemy model within 1" of that character, you can set up the bearer of the Praetorian Plate within 3" of that character ''(whether they were already deployed on the battlefield or not)'' and within 1" of an enemy model, but they do not count as charging. An excellent way of forcing your opponent to reconsider whether or not he should charge that seemingly unprotected character. Amazing for fun games but any decently experienced player will bubble wrap you like a veggie tales sing along.
** The Fun is here - Celestine might be fun, she now has a golden boyfriend to go with her Geminae Superia. Or maybe Grey Knights. A Nemesis Babycarrier Grand Master backed up with a Custodes might be quite funny. With Gate, these two will take the bonds of their friendship all over the place. In short - Either protect a small character (like those company commanders) or to support your distraction 'fex and make him even more killy.
** It's [[RAW|perfectly legal]] to use this on a {{W40Kkeyword|VEHICLE}} character, as well. Yup, Carab Culln in a Leviathan Dreadnought suddenly got even more dangerous.
*'''Raiment of Sorrows:''' A suit of armor that allows a killed Custodian within 6" to perform one last shooting or melee attack on a 4+. Does not stack with the Even In Death... Stratagem.
*'''Veiled Blade:''' A relic sentinel blade with the same profile. Each time the bearer fights whilst within 3" of an objective marker, they can make 2 additional attacks with this weapon. Pairs well with Indomitable Guardians for 1CP.
*Replacement Vexilla: These options all replace a Vexilla, making them Vexilus Praetor only:
**'''Faith Absolute:''' Lose the ''Custodes Vexilla'' ability and instead give friendly {{W40Kkeyword|IMPERIUM}} {{W40Kkeyword|INFANTRY}} and {{W40Kkeyword|BIKER}} units within 6" fearless. It also allows the bearer to deny one psychic power per psychic phase.
**'''Fulminaris Aggressor:''' Lose the ''Custodes Vexilla'' ability and instead give friendly {{W40Kkeyword|IMPERIUM}} {{W40Kkeyword|INFANTRY}} and {{W40Kkeyword|BIKER}} units within 6" fearless. Also, the vexilla can be used as a weapon:
***'''Shooting:''' Range: 8" S4 AP-1 D1 Assault D6, auto hits like a flamer.
***'''Melee:''' S+2 AP-1 D1
**'''Wrath Angelis:''' Lose the ''Custodes Vexilla'' ability and instead give friendly {{W40Kkeyword|IMPERIUM}} {{W40Kkeyword|INFANTRY}} and {{W40Kkeyword|BIKER}} units within 6" fearless. Also, you get a one-use 6" nova around the bearer that does d3 mortal wounds on a 4+ to friend or foe (5+ if the target is a Character), though only hits Custodes units on a 6+.

==Warlord Traits==
*'''Champion of the Imperium:''' Friendly {{W40Kkeyword|ADEPTUS CUSTODES}} {{W40Kkeyword|INFANTRY}}, {{W40Kkeyword|BIKER}}, and {{W40Kkeyword|DREADNOUGHT}} units within 12" at the start of the Charge phase can make heroic interventions as if they were characters. Trajann Valoris has this trait. Excellent when running a melee death star against other melee armies, as if the opponent tries to charge any unit, they'll immediately have around five others Heroically Intervening right into their brood of Genestealers, which will force him to split his attacks, making them easier to deal with. And Custodes can take down anything when there's enough of them. Heck, you can even heroically intervene a fucking TELEMON into that Bloodthirster who just charged your allied-in Knight!
*'''Impregnable Mind:''' The warlord can Deny the Witch once per turn as if he was a psyker. He also adds +1 to the result of the test. Always useful in a Custodes army.
*'''Superior Creation:''' Proof that not all Custodians are created equal. The cellular alchemy that made this hero means he gets Feel No Pain on a 5+. Put this on a Jetbike Shield-Captain with the Auric Aquilas for THE tankiest, non-named HQ choice in the game!
*'''Emperor's Companion:''' Re-roll your damage. Nice, considering that almost all of our weapons are d3 damage.
*'''Radiant Mantle:''' -1 to hit the bearer. Lulzy when paired with the -1 to hit banner, especially when going up against MEQs, as they will go from hitting 2/3rds of the time to 1/3rd of the time. When facing down shooty MEQ armies, especially as they generally don’t come in huge numbers, this can be invaluable. It is also hilarious to pair with the -1 to hit vexilla and use against models with BS 5+ or 6+ as it means they cannot hit you, which is highly useful against hordes of poor quality troops like Conscripts.
*'''Peerless Warrior:''' Make an extra attack on a 6+ to hit. Quite nice, but remember that those do not generate further attacks. Essentially gives you Death to the False Emperor, except against EVERYTHING. You'll generally get ~1 more attack per phase using this, although a couple of lucky roll could see your shield-captain felling Knights!

==Unit Analysis==
Common keywords are {{W40Kkeyword|IMPERIUM}}, and {{W40Kkeyword|ADEPTUS CUSTODES}}.

===HQ===

*'''Shield-Captain:''' Your standard HQ and a fairly good one. For 99 points (with spear) you get a melee monster packing that sweet Custodes statline with 6 Wounds and 5 attacks. He has the Aegis of the Emperor and Inspirational Fighter special rules, the latter being your usual "re-roll of 1 to hit to all {{W40Kkeyword|ADEPTUS CUSTODES}} units within 6" aura. You can gear him with a Guardian spear, Castellan axe, Sentinel blade/Storm shield combo and can always supplement this with a Misericordia.
**'''Shield-Captain in Allarus Terminator Armor:''' The <s>fat</s> <s>TANKY</s> <s>fat</s> THICC version of the previous guy. Same stat line with an extra Wound, but you get the signature Balistus grenade launcher and From Golden Light special rule from the Allarus Terminators (for only 10 points more than the vanilla version at 109 points). You lose the Sentinel blade/Storm shield option, but the Eagle's Eye can fill in for it without making you give up any offensive capability. (Here's the humongous golden terminator daddy you've always wanted.)
**'''Shield-Captain on Dawneagle Jetbike:''' This Pimpstodes is a Shield-Captain with the usual +1 Wounds and Toughness bonuses and 14" move from the Dawneagle jetbike. His wargear options are limited to the Interceptor lance and misericordia, but who cares? You will hit harder than any Castellan axe on the charge and you can take the Auric Aquila relic for a 3++ save while looking so goddamn metal. Consider this popular build for smashing and fuckering: [[Chapter_Master_Smashfucker#8TH_EDITION:_CAPTAIN_SMASHFUCKER_GOES_BANANA|Captain-Commander Smashfucker]]
**'''Captain-Commander:''' With WotS, Your Shield-Captain can now be buffed for 1CP to make him a Captain-Commander. This nets him a trait along the lines of WLTs. Thought that VotBG Jetbike Captain was tough before? Hows 2 more wounds sound? Or maybe some double-damage, or bonus attacks on 6s, to really bring the pain. On top of that and for another 1CP you can give him a unique, as in not used by anyone else, WLT from those rightly available to your detachment. This stacks more power behind a single model, but he'll be an absolute bruiser.
====Named Characters====
*'''Captain-General Trajann Valoris:''' Your [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ESBXOOMi7SE&t=2m40s big boss.] With a Shield-Captain’s stat line, 7 Wounds, Ld10 and a 3+ invulnerable save, he is no slouch. His Watcher's Axe is a S:10 AP: -3 castellan axe (whose shooting is also boosted to S5) and his Legendary Commander ability is an aura granting rerolls of 1 to hit and to wound to all {{W40Kkeyword|ADEPTUS CUSTODES}} units within 6" of him. You should take him if you can, since with the new Chapter Approved, he now costs just 180pts, which makes him incredibly cost-effective.
** Oddly enough, Trajann can’t hold his own in combat very well when fighting a character who can reduce their damage intake - Typhus, for example, and Abby (though the fight is completely flipped on its head if you use ‘attacks explode on 4+ against Black Legion’ strat) will destroy him, as will Draigo and Lysander (but that’s due to the fact they hit at S10 and have storm shields). He can take Guilliman with a bit(a lot) of luck but that’s only if he attacks first and uses the MS to attack again, for that you're better off sending your jet bike death star at him to kill his padding and girlyman.
** He also carries something called the Moment Shackle that can do one of the following once per game:
**# Restore d3 wounds lost on the phase it's used (but not if he's been killed). Use it to shore him up if he gets caught in a nasty crossfire, or to ensure that he survives the next round of combat against the enemy's warlord.
**# Allow him to fight a second time at the end of the Fight Phase. A little situational, as unless he's facing your opponent's warlord or something really tough that'll kill you next turn (like a Primarch) his extra round may end up being overkill.
**# Regain up to D3 CP after using a Stratagem, although it can't restore more than the amount used to activate the Stratagem. From Golden Light They Come is an excellent candidate for this- at full blast, it costs 3 CP and you can then plan around your remaining regained CP before the battle has even begun. As an army starving for CP due to how expensive all the good stuff is, this will likely be the option you choose if you don't bring detachments from other Imperial forces, as we have many great 2/3 CP stratagems and mitigating any heavy CP spending is invaluable.
**#* Be warned, however, if using the Moment Shackle for regaining CP, Trajann needs to be on the board to use it. This means if you want the CP back from the Golden Light stratagem, he can't be part of the deep striking unit, nor in reserve or means of transport. Bummer.

*'''Shield-Captain Valerian:''' Character from the Watchers of the Throne novel. Features a Shield-Captain statline, an S7 Guardian Spear, and a once-per-game re-roll to Hit (which is useless in most cases as he rerolls hits anyway), Wound, or Damage. Pending updates promised by Psychic Awakening, also unplayable in literally any army and not simply because he costs '''more than Valoris''' for a single-use ability that every Salamanders unit gets ''every phase'', worse melee, shooting, defence, and no Moment Shackle. Instead, it is because he must be taken in the same unit as Aleya (the new SoS HQ - the two deploy in the same manner as Lieutenants and Armigers).
**Also worth noting that the points cost is meant to be the combined cost, rather than per model, since the power level of the unit (aka, both of them) is 10, the same as Valoris who is 185 points.

*'''Tanau Aleya:''' Valerian's Bff. One of the narrators of the Watchers of the Throne novel, Aleya is essentially a normal sister with the normal character buffs to the hit rolls, wounds, and attacks stats (in her case, this translates to WS 2+, A4, and W5). She is armed with the Somnus Blade, essentially just a normal executioner greatblade. As a Witch Hunter she can re-roll wounds against Psyker units in melee, and as a Psychic Abomination she can't be targeted by psychic abilities. Fairly expensive (as in, 188-points-kind-of-expensive; this is also more than Valoris, if you were wondering) for what she does, and right now still crippled by (in-game) her T3, 3+ save and lack of an invuln making her the definition of a glass cannon.
**Because of the sisters' null rule, Aleya can't protect your golden boys from smite unless they're in front of them. Unfortunately, this directly clashes with the under-10-wounds character rule. This means if you try to use Aleya, she'll need her own bodyguard of Sisters with her due to avoid her getting shot to hell. Which defeats the point of having her. Hopefully GW change her null rule to an aura instead in the Psychic Awakening book, because otherwise she'll be tough to use.
***You could sit a {{W40kKeyword|Aquilan Shield}} unit like a Telemon right behind her and use Shield of Honor on her however weather this is worth using 1CP and a Dreadnought is up to you

===Troops===
*'''Custodian Guard Squad:''' 3-10 custodians. Deep striking is back, so the Venerable Land Raider isn't quite the necessity it used to be. As far as load-outs are concerned, with the new wounding system + how powerful invulnerable saves are now you might want to go for either a mix of both weapons or a full unit of sword & shields. They're very expensive and also need transport if you would prefer to save the CP needed to deep strike but, in return, they will annihilate virtually anything in a golden storm of death if you get them into a fight. With the codex pumping them to a 2+/4++, the shield is no longer that necessary, but still nice if you want to make your opponent cry when they've only killed 1 or 2 models the first half of the game. Against most armies, you'll likely want spears. Against hordes, the sword and board may be a better choice. A good comprise for min squads is 2 spears, 1 shield - max melee potential while still having a 3+ invuln. to fall back to. The biggest weakness these guys have is hordes as they simply get overwhelmed by the number of dice rolls thrown at them and can't kill quickly enough. Once they get there the 2 pistol shots from the sentinel blades are also a lot more useful against gaunts, guardsmen and boys with their weak armor save essentially giving each Custodian 5 attacks in close combat (6 with the vexilla) which makes them better at dealing with hordes than their spear-wielding brethren.
**While your Vexilla bearer has been turned into an independent Character, the Vexilla Custodes banner is still usable via the Index entry. It grants a 6" radius bubble of Morale re-rolls for allied {{W40Kkeyword|IMPERIUM}} units and the unit it's in gains +1 Attack. At 25 points, it's not something you can just toss in without thinking about it, especially since the bearer is reduced to taking a Power Knife (not Misericordia, a ''Power Knife'', so no extra attack) and optionally a Storm Shield, and you can only take one in a given detachment. However, RAW, its Attack buff stacks with the Vexilla Imperius, so if you're building a melee squad and are trying to squeeze every last drop out of it, maybe give this a look.

*'''Custodian Guard with Adrasite and Pyrithite Spears<sup>Forge World</sup>:''' Previously an Elite slot, now Troops. Functionally regular old Custodians with Spears but replaced the bolter with one of two things. The Adrasite is an 18" Assault 1 S5 AP-3 D3 weapon. It's 3 points more than a Guardian Spear, but its more efficient at taking down primaries Grav like units, especially with Aggressors defines the space marine meta. The other, pricier (7 more than a spear) option is the Pyrithite Spear, which is a Guardian Spear with a god damn Melta attached. Great for after piling out of a Coronus to turn that troublesome Knight your opponent plopped down to slag. Just keep them out of sight; they may have Custodian durability, [[Distraction Carnifex|but the threat of BS 2+ Meltas are all but guaranteed to draw most of your enemy's fire for as long as they exist.]] Your are putting more points into a single model, but you get the ability to turn vehicles to slag - something Custodes have very few options for. They are still strong on the move as both guns are assault weapons and you are still Custodians with Spears when it comes to melee. If you don't have a Telemon or Land Raider they're arguably a must take.

*'''Sagittarum Custodians<sup>Forge World</sup>:''' Custodes with guns. Take the basic 40pts Custodian Guard and give him an Adrastus Bolt Caliver instead of a spear. The most recent buffs have finally given a reason to take them over the spears, since they are now combi-weapons the Disintegration beam deals a flat 3 damage. Besides, now that they're troops the Custodes have a dedicated objective holder for a Battalion. Unlike the 30k version, they also don't sap precious Heavy Support slots from Caladiuses or Telemons, meaning they can be used as a backup unit for a gun-line. They are 50 points per model opposed to 49 points base for spear Custodian Guard and not as effective in CC. You want them in the backfield to hold objectives but they can take Misericordias if you expect flank attacks. Better than the Custodian Guard? Not necessarily, but they perform different enough roles and they both succeed. A solid troops choice.

===Dedicated Transport===
*'''Coronus Grav-carrier<sup>Forge World</sup>:''' The new rules shifted it from a Heavy Support pick to a Dedicated Transport, I shit you not. This monster is now fully spammable, and it's only gotten better! Though it lost its FNP save, it's invuln went up to 5++, Gravitic Backwash now inflicts a -2 to incoming charges, it gained Power of the Machine Spirit AND got a massive price reduction on top of all this. In addition to its Twin Lastrum Bolt Cannon (+1S and AP over a regular Twin Heavy Bolter), it's main gun is a bit different now. The Burst mode is now a Twin Heavy Bolter with AP-2 and the Beam mode is now an interesting S7 AP-4 D3 gun that rerolls Wounds against {{W40Kkeyword|VEHICLES}}, as opposed to just being a massively over-costed Twin Lascannon. Can still carry only 6 of your {{W40Kkeyword|INFANTRY}}, but since you pretty much always take minimum sized squads anyways, that's not much of an issue.
*'''Null-Maiden Rhino''': Null-Maiden Rhinos lose the Psychic Abomination rule they had for the eleven minutes they existed in 7th but retain the other familiar features: smoke launchers, a storm bolter, the Repair attempt, and can take a hunter-killer missile. As mentioned above, almost necessary for Vigilators, as their Toughness of 3 isn't doing them any favors (power armor or not). Drop off the ladies, charge with the Rhino first to eat overwatch, and then have the Vigilators charge in to clean up. Also useful for obscuring sightlines and blocking off chokepoints, which helps keep your somewhat expensive, relatively fragile Sisters alive.

===Elites===

The majority of Custodian units are Elites, from Wardens to SuperDreads. Consequently, your main detachment will probably be the Vanguard, for +1 CP. If you want more CPs, better stock up on those £70/$120 10 man Guard squads.

*'''Custodian Wardens:''' Tougher Custodian Guard that get a 6+++ FnP and +1 A and Ld (for A4 and Ld9). You know, because all those invulnerable saves didn't make them tough enough to kill already. They also trade access to storm shields for access to the castellan axes, just in case you wanted an extra unit for tank/big thing hunting. They also have a compulsory Misericordia each, which allows you to make an additional attack using it. Good to finish off that one model on a single wound, without having to waste your more useful attacks.
**After Chapter Approved 2019, the difference in cost between a Spear Guard and a Warden is 3 points- from 49 to 52. This means you take, at best, 16.67% less damage (less as incoming damage tends to exceed 3 - for example, a lascannon will deal about 6.67% less). If you go MSU on both, the leadership difference won't matter, so the only other differences are in melee (the Warden has 33.33% more spear swings, plus a misericordia swing) - and you have no good way to get these guys there, so you ''should not'' be looking at these guys as dedicated melee. Axes have a similar problem - they'll get you more melee bang for your buck against many opponents, but you're still paying more points for more melee output from something too slow to guarantee you melee on your terms. On the other hand...the entire army is dedicated melee anyway and they're no longer that much more expensive than a Custodian Guard squad.
**Check out the Forgeworld Orion Gunship and Coronus Grav-carrier, the vehicles are very expensive but so good that the extra threat per model of Wardens would be worthwhile in them.
**If you already have a Battalion, it may be worth using Vanguard detachments and Wardens instead of Custodian Guard Battalions. Though you increase in (minuscule) points per model and lose access to Sentinel Blades and Storm Shields in exchange for the buffs and Castellan Axes, you do reduce your HQ tax by one HQ, ultimately saving you space and points.
*'''Allarus Custodians:''' Custodians in Terminator Armor...with four wounds each and equipped with balistus grenade launchers in addition to their guardian spear/castellan axe...and can deep strike without needing the Stratagem to do so. Ouch. They're designated character killers, with Slayers of Tyrants allowing them to move up to 3" towards the nearest character when piling in and consolidating even if the character isn't the nearest enemy model.
**These guys can do some surprisingly strong work, since you don't need to pay any CP to deep strike them, and their guns aren't shit. The key selling point is that the launcher is "free" (i.e. it's baked into their cost), so when they deep strike to get the launcher in range, one 77 point model shooting anything all 3 points of penetration will count against, such as a TEQ, will do the work of two spears at once - which would otherwise cost you more points, since you'd have to pay for someone to carry it. Take Allarus Custodians if you want an elite unit to disrupt and distract enemies, with deep strike, that can hunt down Characters.
**These guys should really be Dread Host, 2 units deep striking with an allarus captain each rolling 3d6 on the charge discarding the lowest is a pretty terrifying threat particularly if your shield captain has Admonimortis.
*'''Venerable Contemptor Dreadnought:''' Uber Contemptor dreadnought. It does dreadnought things but with a 5++ and the ability to ignore regular wounds on 6s (Being nearly as tough as some Nurgle followers) thanks to the '''Unyielding Ancient''' special rule. With the From Golden Light They Come stratagem, you can now deep strike these guys right up in your opponent's face and force them to deal with it.
**Your heaviest hitting non-FW melee unit coming in at S14 with its melee weapon, and although your army is hitting with at least S5 ap-2 D1 this is not enough to take big beasties like Magnus down in one or two rounds of melee. Its incredible durability also allows it to play the role of distraction Carnifex (most custodes units can play the role of a distraction Carnifex better than an actual Carnifex), especially as deep striking one of these behind enemy lines will guarantee that your opponent is distracted. Also useful for killing vehicles, since its multi-melta is a far cheaper alternative to bringing along a Land Raider.
*'''Vexilus Praetors:''' Like their Marine cousins, the Vexilla bearers are going it alone as Characters now. Makes a huge difference to the custodes as before your banner had to be part of a unit and the +1 attack only affected that unit, and now you're not limited to one per detachment anymore. They can also keep their weapon now and have the option to take a sword, axe, spear or storm shield. It can be taken wearing Allarus Terminator armor so you can deep strike that aura anywhere you want and also really take advantage of the Vexilla Teleport Homer stratagem. They lose their close combat weapon but get the grenade launcher and can still take a Misericordia. Gloss over the impossibility of the custodian being able to hold a Misericordia, Storm Shield, and the Vexilla all at one time while in combat, this is a setting where green things fix robots by whacking a piece of metal with a spanner. Unlike the Ancients, however, they get a choice of three different Vexillas, each of which costs various points values according to what they do.
**For 20 points, the '''Vexilla Imperius''' allows non-Vehicle Custodes within 6" to make an extra attack. Effectively the old banner but with an AOE effect, thereby making it superior as you can have it affect more than one unit.
**For 20 points, the '''Vexilla Defensor''' grants a 5++ invulnerable save against ranged weapons to all {{W40Kkeyword|Imperium}} {{W40Kkeyword|Infantry}} within 9". Redundant on your forces due to all the invulnerable saves you already have; on an allied force, on the other hand...well, you can figure it out.
***Those guardsmen begin to look very, very scary when they all have 5++ saves, not to mention 2+/3++ Bullgryns. The best way to add it would be in a separate detachment so that you can still use eg Astra Militarum in your other detachments.
***Take 2 (the Magnifica and the Defensor, upgrading the Magnifica to the relic version and you once again have guard blobs that won't go anywhere. This is a key unit in a guard custodes list arguably the most important one. If you can manage to keep those guard blobs around till the end of the game this would have been with it.
**For 30 points, the [[Sanguinius|faaabulous]] '''Vexilla Magnifica''' forces the opponent to subtract 1 from all hit rolls in the shooting phase for attacks targeting Custodes units within 6" of the Vexilla. Whether you take this or the 6” +1 attack depends on how you're running your custodes, jetbikes, and spear-wielding units will benefit from the -1 to hit against shooting attacks most, while that squad of 10 storm shield bananas with swords, a 5-man warden squad with a Shield-Captain, or just any Allarus squad will annihilate anything with that +1 attack. Great if they're deep striking in with your Allarus Custodians, if they don't make their 9-inch charge at least they'll have some durability against enemy shooting next turn.

====Forge World====

*'''Aquilon Custodians:''' More traditionally armed Custodian Terminators, bringing a Lastrum Storm Bolter and a Solerite Power Gauntlet, which is a Chainfist with no -1 to hit. They have the option of taking a Solarite Power Claw instead, a +1S Lightning Claw with plus 1 attack, to cut their cost down a bit and can also swap the Bolter out for either a Twin Adrathic Destructor, a strange, expensive Assault 2 S5 AP-3 D3 weapon, or the Infernus Firepike a +1S Heavy Flamer with ''12" range''. And you can load up all 6 of these super bananas with them! Do what every terminator enthusiast has wet dreams about and deepstrike a half dozen super heavy flamers exactly where you want them to be and carbonize your opponent's entire infantry contingent and then proceed to charge their artillery piece to turn it into mulch with their power gauntlets. Oh, and you can still take a Misericordia on each, of course.
**The Aquilons are easily the most versatile and powerful infantry unit available to Custodes. Primaris Marines? Take the gauntlets and eventually some destructors. Hordes? Solerite talons and Firepikes are here for you. They are still quite expensive when fully geared, but they can get any job done if you use them well. With the new strat that doubles rapid fire shots for an infantry unit, their Storm Bolters are probably the better option over Firepikes now. Firepikes roll randomly for shots, but each terminator gets 8 Heavy Bolter Equivalent shots hitting on 2s and cost less in points. For one CP when they drop down, that's 40 shots with a squad of 5.
*'''Contemptor-Achillus Dreadnought:''' Though it may have lost the almighty D in its transition to 40k, the Achilus Dread still keeps its reputation as a melee monster. His shooting weapon, is a 24" Heavy 2 S8 AP-2 d3 D weapon, which means that in a pinch it can also provide some much needed anti-vehicle firepower as it gets close to the enemy; the 2 Lastrum Storm Bolters aren't quite as powerful (a Combi-Bolter with +1S and AP) but the extra shots never hurt, and actually help the Achillus put the hurt on GEQs and MEQs without needing to get up close and personal. You can replace either of the Storm Bolters with an Infernus Incinerator for 16pts or a twin-linked Adrathic destructor for 20pts. Anyway, once in melee this guy an absolute beast: it packs 4 attacks with S14 AP-3 d6 damage, where all damage rolls under 3 count as having rolled a 3. As a bonus, each time the fucker successfully charges, you can choose an enemy unit within 1"; on a 4+ it takes 1d3 mortal wounds. Deep strike it with From Golden Light They Come on turn 2, and it will fuck shit up in no time.
**At 140pts with the dreadspear and 2 Lastrum storm bolters, the Achillus is cheaper than a Venerable dread for a similar profile but much more hitting power.
*'''Contemptor-Exemplar Dreadnought:''' Achillus without a spear (yes, it can be built like that in 30k) with an upcoming weapon hand to boot. As usual it's a somewhat souped-up Contemptor, by default it comes with two normal dreadnought CCWs, but instead of regular Storm Bolters you get the Lastrum variant, which acts like a Storm Bolter (24" rapid-fire 2) firing Heavy Bolter shells (S5 AP-1), they lost their heliothermic detonation rule from Heresy, but that's to be expected since instant death and glancing/penetrating hits are a thing of the past. The Lastrum Storm Bolters can be replaced with normal heavy flamers, or fancy new plasma ejectors which are like plasma flamers (S7 AP-3 D6 auto hitting shots), no Adrathic destructors yet though. Additionally, you can swap out one of the CCWs for a Twin Las-Pulsar. Compared to a twin lascannon, it has 12" less range and only does d3 damage per shot, but compensates by being Heavy 2d3. The Las-Pulser is 60 points but due to the second CCW costing 10 points and the Lastrum Storm Bolter costing 5 it's effectively 45, you should definitely take it as it's one of this army's only sources of long-range heavy firepower, and unlike pretty much every other dread you get no bonus for having two CCWs anyway.
**Note this did NOT get an updated data sheet with the new rules, so while it retains its +2W, +1 Leadership, and better Explosion rule, you can still only have one per detachment. You also can't haul it in an Orion, so if you're planning on taking this as a melee beatstick, you'll likely have to use From The Golden Light They Come to get it where you want it quickly.
*'''Contemptor-Galatus Dreadnought:''' The new dread on the block is a sword and board monster. Its Galatus Warblade functions both as a +1S Twin Heavy Flamer and as a 3 Damage Power Sword that gives you D3 extra attacks. Yep, old school ''Rampage'' is back baby! Its shield not only gives it 4++ but also inflicts a -1 to hit penalty on anyone attacking it in Melee. This combined makes it a fantastic candidate for either From The Golden Light They Come or the Dreadnought slot on an Orion, as it will be a dead weight until it can close with the enemy and has no business footslogging across the field.
**With its extra attacks, flamers and high resistance, the Galatus is the Dread you need to deal with hard-hitting units with T6 or less. S7 isn't enough to efficiently deal with monsters or vehicles but okay for everything else, so use it as an anchor to dissuade TEQs from coming too close.

====Sister of Silence====
*'''Prosecutors:''' Imagine a Sisters of Battle Celestian squad with no acts of faith, but who can shut down Psykers by pure genetics rather than a whole lot of faith, and you'll have an idea of what Prosecutors can do. Power Armoured veteran ladies with Bolters and Psyk-Out Grenades. No bolt pistols or option for any special/heavy weapon, but they do have a 7" movement range, meaning you can move around the battlefield as quickly as Eldar.
**Prosecutors have "Prosecution Protocols," which is a rule the other Silent Sisters do not have, giving them the ability to shoot at Psyker Characters even if they are not the closest unit. This is especially good against Psyker heavy armies such as Eldar, who can hide their warlocks, and more importantly, spirit and Farseers, behind squads of Guardians.
**These girls are probably most useful for you as Custodians, as they allow you to take down at least a couple of the enemy’s psykers before your custodians get closer and they start smiting 50-100 points per psychic phase. Also helpful for killing said psykers without sending a 5-man Guard squad to chew through bubble wrap for two turns, all the while taking losses from the psyker they guard. Bear in mind, however, that their bolters are just bolters so will utterly wilt against high toughness and/or saves.
**These are the only models in the game we can be fairly confident have law degrees, but hopefully, we'll gain access to [[Adeptus_Arbites|judges]] at some point.
*'''Vigilators:''' A squad of battle sisters armed with what is essentially a guardian spear. This squad has the potential to do some remarkable damage to high-value targets, and not necessarily only Psykers, though the ''Witch Hunters'' rule comes into its own with this unit since it only applies in the Fight Phase. ''This means they are capable of wounding even Magnus on a re-rollable 5+, just over 55%.'' Bear in mind that multiple wounds do not carry over from slain models, so going charging into an Ork mob is still going to get you murdered. The big problem, though, is that they do not have any guns to speak of. That means no overwatch, no pistols for combat, and no way to strike at opponents at any distance, aside from 1 psyk-out grenade for the entire unit.
**Moreso than Prosecutors and Witchseekers, the ladies with swords would do better with a transport vehicle. Since they cannot shoot, they should be kept carefully encapsulated until you need them, so that when they disembark and assault for the first time, they will hit with devastating effect.
*'''Witchseekers:''' Sisters of Silence attempting to take a leaf out of the Sisters of Battle handbook and come to battle armed entirely with Flamethrowers. Their effectiveness is difficult to quantify. When compared to Sororitas Dominions with Flamers, Witchseekers are one point more expensive, but come without bolt pistols or frag/Krak grenades (they have psyk-out grenades instead, which are usually worse). If neither squad has a transport, then Witchseekers do have a movement range of 7", but Dominions get a free move at the start of the battle, and can, therefore, cover the same distance over a six turn game, and Dominions have acts of faith, allowing them to repeat certain actions. Not to knock against the Sisters of Silence though, because they still have their hard anti-psychic benefits, plus the ''entire'' squad is armed with flamers, meaning you can get 10d6 automatic hits if you go full-sized, and they are veterans, so are slightly better at melee ''(though without any actual melee weapons beyond the basic one everyone gets)''. If you're looking for an awful lot of flamers then only Tzeentch can do it better, and as a Custodes player they help out in anti-horde, making them perfect candidates for going for that Malignant Plaguecaster bubble-wrapped in Poxwalkers. Witchseekers in a Rhino can make great objective grabbers - move them forward and hose down important points, then dare the enemy to come close and take it from them.

===Fast Attack===

*'''Vertus Praetors (aka [[awesome|Dawneagle Jetbikes]]):''' A must take. These are easily your most versatile unit. Hurricane bolters will munch tarpits that could’ve threatened your Allaruses or Wardens through sheer volume of attacks, or for long(ish) range vehicle hunting, they can take Salvo launchers. With the {{W40Kkeyword|FLY}} keyword, they can provide excellent anti-air fire, or '''engage flyers in CC''', meaning these guys are better flyer hunters than Heldrakes or other dedicated flyer hunters. With their stupidly fast movement and 'charge on your opponents turn' stratagem these guys will be your bread and butter in a pure Custodes list. With the Custodes’ ObSec rule, these guys can also nab an objective or two from your opponent one the final turn. Oh, and remember that they also get a 4++ if they come in a pure custodes detachment. Make of that what you will.
**Speaking of anti-aircraft, remember how most Flyers can't be hit in close combat by things without the {{W40Kkeyword|FLY}} Keyword? And that said fliers typically have only a generic CCW and a mediocre number of attacks if they do get engaged? Well, abuse this fact to kill fliers in melee. Even with the ability to fall back and still shoot, the average flyer will either have to waste time playing keep-away at the expense of losing opportunities to attack easier targets or let you wail on them in melee with no way to deal meaningful damage themselves.
**With the number of models that can fly and the crap-ton of Anti Air in 8th Edition, you may have trouble deciding between the horde-busting dakka of the Hurricane Bolters and the FU vehicle power of the Salvo Launcher. The solution is to take both. The Bolters act as a screen while the Launchers wreck vehicles. The Melta Missile is like a shorter ranged Plasma Cannon without the 'suicide mode' or an improved Multi Melta (it re-rolls ALL failed wound rolls against vehicles. Put on Shield-Cap for 2+ to hit, rerolling 1s, 3s to wound against almost anything, rerolling 1s and 2s, and followed up by -4 AP and d3 damage. Time to wreck some shit). The flakkburst missile was the only designated anti-flyer weapon you had before these rules. So keep them behind the Hurricane Bolters if possible (although this isn't much of a problem at all with Custodes, even with the -1 to hit, you've still got marine-level shooting and rerolling 1s to hit. Most flyers also have the {{W40kKeyword|Vehicle}} keyword, so don't rule out softening up that Stormtalon with a few Melta Missiles before charging it).
**The interceptor lances on the charge make these units the most reliable wounders in the entire game. The only things they won’t wound on at least a 5+ is a Warlord Titan (heaven forbid you have to fight it in melee) and the newest Titan, the Nemesis Warbringer. Together with your rerolls to wound you will wound 55% of the time, and with strength 6 you will be wounding most things on a 3+ anyway (88%). Combined with an average damage of 2 per hit and ap-3 means that all units in the game fear the arrival of these lightning-fast monsters (even against a Baneblade a single biker will deal 3.6 damage on the charge with rerolls to hit).

*'''Agamatus Custodians<sup>Forge World</sup>:''' The Glorious Dickbikes. A 3-6 men-strong squadron of Vertus Praetors with different guns. Same baseline stats, cost, and interceptor lance, but different tools for the jetbikes themselves. They come with a Lastrum bolt cannon as standard, a Heavy 3 36" S6 AP-2 gun that makes MEQs sweat each time it fires. You can replace it with either an Adrathic devastator (Heavy 2 18" S6 AP-3 dealing 3 damage for 15pts or a twin-linked las-pulser (Heavy 4 24" S8 AP-2 D3 damage) for 40pts.
**The las-pulser is by far the best choice in the list, even if expensive. But overall that's the only reason to take Agamati over Vertus Praetors. Assuming you moved, Hurricane bolters are better than the Lastrum cannon against infantry (and even light vehicles) most of the time and the salvo launcher is better than the Adrathic devastator against monsters and vehicles. However, the las-pulser provides solutions against everything and is very good at taking down MEQs.
*'''Pallas Grav-Attack<sup>Forge World</sup>:''' The Custodian's "Light" Tank, the Pallas is Fast as hell at 16", but that's the only "Light" thing about it. Ok, it's only got 6 Toughness, but it still has a 3+/5++ save, plus no degrading stat line and the Gravitic Backwash rule, which inflicts a -2 penalty on Charge rolls against it. For firepower, it's a Coronus-lite, with the same Twin Arachnus Blaze Cannon, but no Bolt Cannon. Oh, and it has Power of the Machine Spirit. For a meager 100 points. Yeah, you heard that right. 100 Emperor damned points. Unlike the 30K version, it cannot be taken in squads of three though.
*'''Venatari Custodians<sup>Forge World</sup>:''' Jetpack Custodians that can deepstrike. Unlike every other custodian, they have a 3+ armor save, but their default setup equips them with a shield that '''negates AP-1''' and doubles as a power axe. Unfortunately, this falls flat against plasma and melta, but it doesn't matter since AP-2 or better against a 2+ save would trigger your 4++, and an AP-1 would take you down to a 3+ anyway. However, this still leaves them more vulnerable to massed AP0 fire compared to the Custodian Guard. These shields are accompanied by Kinetic Destroyers (Pistol 2 18" S6 AP-2 D2 which deals an additional hit for every 6 to-hit, or you can forgo the gun-and-shield for the multipurpose Venetari lance (S+1 AP-3 Dd3 in melee, Kinetic Destroyer but 12" and Assault 2 at range). And as per usual, they can take Misericordias. Their big benefit is that they're considerably cheaper than the bikes and can kick ass in melee, but this cost is offset by their relative fragility (if you can call something with T5 and 3+/4++ 'fragile'). Generally, you will either run these guys alongside either class of jetbike due to their high movement or have them going down one flank as the jetties go down the other in a good old-fashioned stretch play. Also, don't forget that they can deep strike and so provide support for deep striking termies.
**Don't forget these guys are Infantry, so they can get cover and maneuver around terrain much easier than jetbikes. And because jetbikes will normally draw a lot of fire, Venatari are probably used best to steal objectives and harass your opponent's troops camping objectives.
**While the buckler's AP and Damage values seem underwhelming when compared with the spear's, remember that you can shoot with your 2 shots S6 AP-2 pistols in melee, giving you some extra punch should you choose to stay in combat for some reason. All in all, the spear only makes a big difference if you're planning to hunt down characters and multi-wound infantry. Otherwise, the buckler + kinetic destroyer loadout provides better protection, extra range and slightly more firepower that will never be lost no matter what happens to your flying dudes. And even though the Buckler isn't as good in melee as the Lances it's more than enough to handle GEQ/MEQs.

===Heavy Support===

*'''Venerable Land Raider:''' Still your <del>uber</del>slighty-less-survivable transport with 16 wounds sitting comfortable on a 2+ save and FNP 6+++. Thanks to the buff to formerly twin-linked lascannons and lascannons in general, this is your heavy anti-tank option for when the Vertus Praetors' salvo launchers won't cut it and the Venerable Contemptor's multi-melta isn't long-ranged enough. Given that you will most likely also transport a Custodian Guard squad you may imagine the amount of fire this 500+ points package will attract and maybe even survive. While expensive, bringing them in pairs lets you use their Stratagem to shut down attempts at stacking penalties to hit against them.

*'''Caladius Grav-Tank<sup>Forge World</sup>:''' Remember the Sicaran's infantry-mulching accelerator cannon? Your '''twin Iliastus accelerator''' doesn't have the anti-flyer bonuses and is Heavy instead of Assault, but with ''8 60" shots that possess S7 AP-3 D2'' and the Standard Custodes BS2+, the Caladius has the best range of any Custodes unit thus far and fills the valuable anti-armor niche with good ease. Oh, and you get Power of the Machine Spirit just like the Sicaran does, so being a Heavy weapon doesn't impair you at all. Combine with its W14 3+/5++, the -2 penalty to charge move it imposes to the enemy, and the '''twin Lastrum Bolt Cannons''' (''heavy bolters with S6 AP-2'') that provide extra anti-infantry firepower, and you have a very nasty tank indeed. It also has the FLY keyword with all its benefits and drawbacks, so watch for anti-air weapons. It's also stinking fast at 14" when undamaged, and even when critically damaged its movement never drops below 8", so don't be afraid to zip around the board and fire with impunity.
**You can replace the Iliastus accelerator cannon by a '''twin Arachnus cannon''', a Heavy weapon that can shoot in '''burst''' mode (''8 shots at 36" S7 AP-2 D1'') or as a '''beam''' (''2 shots at 48" S9 AP-4 D3+1D3 rerolling failed to-wound rolls against {{W40kKeyword|VEHICLES}}''), for stronger anti-superheavy fire, and some flexibility when facing down mech/horde armies like Orks with Gorkanauts and lots of Boyz.
**All in all, the Iliastus generally remains a better all-rounded choice. It is cheaper, has more range, is clearly superior to the burst mode against hordes, has enough Damage to murder heavy infantry and can still do a solid amount of damage against vehicles. The Arachnus cannon only really shines against T7+ vehicles (remember that you don't get the re-roll to wound against monsters or big characters), which is a valuable niche indeed that shouldn't be overlooked.

*'''Telemon Heavy Dreadnought<sup>Forge World</sup>:''' It's a Dreadnought with almost as many wounds as a Land Raider, and at T8 with 2+/4++/6+++ it’s far tougher than any landraider, or any other vehicle for that matter, especially as it lacks the {{W40kKeyword|TITANIC}} keyword (so it doesn’t give a pair of dingo kidneys about Macro weapons dealing bonus damage to it). Comes default with a Spiculus Bolt Launcher and 2 Arachnus Storm Cannons for 282 points and provides the Custodes with one of the few options they have for anti-armor fire.
**It can shoot its '''Spiculus Bolt Launcher''' (''24” Heavy 5, S5, AP-1, D1'') twice when it doesn't move; by itself, this makes it a perfect backfield camper for chewing GEQs.
**The 2 '''Arachnus storm cannons''' (''36” Heavy 2, S8, AP-4, D3'' or in Burst mode ''24” Heavy 6, S7, AP-2, D1'') making them great against vehicles and light infantry. The range was seriously nerfed but the latest rules, making the Arachnus storm cannon less efficient as a long-ranged anti-horde weapon unless you can deep-strike your Telemon in a safe spot where no melee unit will tarpit it. These still provide something you desperately need because as already stated, the Custodes don’t have a lot of ranged anti-armor.
**The other ranged option you can choose over the cannons is 1 or 2 '''Iliastus Accelerator Culverins''' (''48” Heavy 4, S7, AP-3, D2'') perfect for chewing up MEQs (especially Primaris) and light vehicles. Custodes can already reliably beat almost any kind of heavy infantry in combat, making the Iliastus questionable, but it will certainly do that job well if you choose it. With the nerf of the Arachnus storm cannon, this is also your better take if you want your Telemon to stay far from enemy units. The jack-of-all-trade range weapon for your giant Dreadnought, and also the cheapest one.
**The close combat option is to arm it with one or two '''Telemon Caestii''' (''S16, AP-3, D4'') which come with a '''twin plasma projector''' (''8” Heavy 2D3, S6, AP-2, D1 auto hitting flamer/plasma gun hybrids'') which hit like baby [[Warhammer 40,000/Tactics/Adeptus Titanicus(8E)|Inferno Guns]] and if you use two you get an extra attack. The melee weapons got a massive price cut in the rules update (35 pts for a single caestus+projector bundle, 60 for two), so if you want to punch a Knight to death, then the fists are what you choose. The Telemon can serve your army far better as a mobile gun rig rather than a full-on melee beatstick, so if you want a beatstick Dread, take an Achillus, a Galatus or an Exemplar or Venerable Contemptor with dual fists instead.
:*Being a dreadnought, it can be FGLTC'd right where you need it when you need it. Terrifying indeed, and best used by a fisting dread to get stuck into melee as soon as possible. Or you can use FGLTC to protect your big golden boy from turn 1 shooting and then drop him down within 24 inches of an enemy to get him in range of all his guns.
:*Overall, it's an incredibly useful model for a custodes army, and considering it's only 282pts at its max loadout in an army where even a 3-man squad costs 153 points default, there is little reason to not take it considering the firepower it can lay down on anything from GEQs to Knights depending on what you want from it. Whatever you load it out to do, it will do well, but unless your list has a good amount of anti-armor firepower (from Pyrithite spears generally), the best option is to go for the storm cannons.
:**Another take on the melee variant: It's cheaper than any other weapon combo you can give it. On top of that, while it's an expensive combo in terms of CP, you can FGLTC it, then use the Teleport Homer stratagem to get it within 3" nearly guaranteeing a charge against a target, while being able to fire its guns before the charge. Trajann's Moment Shackle can also offset the cost to make it more appealing (assuming it isn't used on Victor of the Blood Games or a full cost FGLTC).

===Flyers===
*'''Orion Assault Dropship <sup>Forge World</sup>:''' Oh yes, it's finally here. The Orion is a beast of a machine. with 22 Wounds and a 3+/5++ save, plus the usual suite of Airborne/Hard to Hit/Hover Jet/Supersonic; it will be exceptionally hard to bring down without some dedicated heavy AA. It's also loaded to the gills with weapons, armed with 2 Arachnus Heavy Blaze Cannons (+2S over the regular Blaze Cannon), 2 Twin Lastrum Bolt Cannons AND 2 Spiculus Heavy Bolt Launchers. It also, like every Custodes machine, packs Power of the Machine Spirit and its lowest wound table slot still has a 4+ to hit, so this maelstrom of firepower will be continuing unabated until it finally fucking dies. In addition, it can hold either a full 12 {{WH40kKeyword|INFANTRY}} models, which is a LOT for Custodes, or it can carry an Achillus, a Galatus or a Venerable Contemptor (no Exemplars or Telemons, sorry) by taking up 5 normal transport slots, making this the only way to get your melee Dreads into the thick of it without Stratagems! It's very reasonably priced to boot, only about 100 more than a fully kitted Venerable Land Raider! Loaded up with a Dread, a Shield-captain and 6 Custodes of your choice, this bad boy can blow a giant hole in your opponent's gun-line and fill it back in with your very own creamy golden goodness.

*'''Ares Gunship <sup>Forge World</sup>:''' if the Orion is a Transport and anti-infantry Flyer, the Ares is an Anti-tank in the observed Custodes way. The main reason why you may pick the Ares over the Orion is the '''Arachnus magna-blaze cannon''' the daddy of all Arachnus weapons. The '''burst''' mode is Heavy 3 48" S9 AP-3 D D3, which isn't going to impress anybody for a unit of this grade. And here comes the '''beam''' mode: ''Heavy D3 72" S14 AP-4 D 6+D3''. Now we are talking. It also comes with 2 Arachnus heavy blaze cannon for more anti-vehicle shooting and 2 Infernus Firebombs, which are basically identical to the ones on the Thunderhawk (pick a unit you flew over, roll 1d6 for each model in the unit (3d6 for vehicles or monsters), a roll of 4+ = 1 Mortal Wound), the big difference being you can use them twice per game.
**The Ares truly makes sense as a dedicated {{WH40kKeyword|VEHICLE}} hunter since it can reliably annihilate vehicles like Land Raiders in a single turn if you have a bit of luck. However, you could have a similar amount of firepower from a pair of Caladii, which are also better at dealing with infantry so it isn't as interesting for a Custodes army list as the Orion. It is still quite good for its job, so feel free to take one if you like the miniature and have the points for a specialized unit.

==Allies==

===Officio Assassinorum===

Regarding the Callidus, Eversor, and Culexus: Meh. They don’t bring anything major. The Callidus is a good CQC character hunter, but the Custodes don’t need more character hunters, especially a CQC one. The new rules for the Eversor make him more viable as a horde blender. The Eversor may be a decent distraction Carnifex among other Imperium armies but as most custodes units can play the role of distraction Carnifex better than an actual Carnifex, this guy will likely be quite low on your opponent's threat register. A6 is nice for helping out in anti-horde, but just don't expect him to delete entire squads at once. The Culexus plugs the DTW hole nicely, but taking it subtracts from your CP total (a big no-no for a Custodes army), and if you’re going for a null unit, the Sisters of Silence are a better, and fluffier, bet. You could also, you know, take an actual psyker instead?

However, the Vindicare, when used in the correct way and against the correct target, can help the custodes. For starters, he is insanely cheap for what he does, at only 85 points (this is good for custodes). He won't plug your anti-horde hole, but when you are going up against armies where character are vital lynchpins without which the army unravels at the seams (Nids, Guard) he is incredibly effective - Creed may be a tactical genius, but even he won't survive a headshot from a Vindicare! The Deadshot rule is useful for showing the middle finger to the guy who bubble wrapped Calgar in conscripts, and Headshot means whatever he wounds will go down for good. His rifle is insane against {{W40kKeyword|Infantry Character}}s. Finally, the priority threat neutralized stratagem will allow you to gain a command point for every character he picks off, giving your golden banana men a few more points to play around with and meaning that you don't NEED to always build for a battalion against character-heavy lists. There is, however, a limit to his usefulness: against the big bads like primarchs, Greater Daemons, and [[Swarmlord|Da Schwärmführer]] he will have pretty much no effect, and Nurgle units' Disgustingly Resilient rule will wreak absolute havoc with your damage output. Also, as your entire army is likely to be swarming up the table as fast as they can, he might be left vulnerable to your opponent deep striking behind you.

===Astra Militarum===

Now we’re talking! The guard brings something that your golden boys desperately need: cheap, expendable bodies that can hold objectives (something that is a major limiting factor to the Custodes) and A LOT of them. This means your Golden boys can get up the field and get stuck into combat, with a guard Battalion providing you with the cheapest 12CP available in the game. Need I say more? For best results, combine 3 or 4 30-man guard squads with a Vexilla Defensor each to give your blobs a 5++. And suddenly your opponent shits themselves. Also, the guard brings another vital lacking component: anti-armor. LONG RANGED anti-armor, so much of it that I can’t possibly name it all. But when you have a Custodes melee Death Star, supported by your pick of a Baneblade, a Shadowsword (for Custodes with anti Titan firepower), Basilisks, a Manticore or two, or, if you’re feeling lucky, a Deathstrike (because The Golden Pimp Bananas with nukes in support is too much fun), your opponent will be trembling. Even if you wanted to be a cheapskate, a trio of Russes with Pask will still do the anti-armor job nicely. As discussed later on, you can also take IG Psykers to plug that gaping Psychic hole. All in all, the Guard plug (nearly) every single plot hole with the Custodes’ crunch, making this one of, if not '''the''', best alliances you can run as a Custodes player. Just... try not to be [[that guy]], ok?

===Space Marines===

A very fluffy mix, as Guilliman goes nowhere without Custodes and his [[Primaris Space Marines|Pimp Marines]]. You've also almost certainly got some lying around, so that's another plus. The main upside to the Marines is their being an extremely versatile jack-of-all-trades force with no equal. Need an easy source of mortal wounds? Librarians. Need Plasma? Hellblasters. Need a lot of low-strength firepower? Intercessors or Tactical Marines or even scouts. Need a game-breaking unit that'll lose you all your friends? Chaplain Dreadnought/ Leviathan Dread/ Spartan Assault Tank/ Astraeus Gunship/ Thunderhawk. Need a melée beatstick that'll also give you extra CPs, make your units get up the field in record time and allow you to re-roll all failed hit and wound rolls, all for just 350pts? [[Roboute Guilliman|Grandpapa Smurf]] is your man. The list goes on and on, as the Space Marines are capable of fulfilling any role, making them arguably the best ally currently in the game. The only downside is that they cost a lot relative to the Guard, so they are not a good candidate for character screening duty. Also, as you're burning points like there's no tomorrow when building a Custodes army, you might find it difficult to include all the Marines units you want to, so prioritize what your army needs most of all.

===Grey Knights===

Budget Custodes with Psychic powers. That’s it. If you want more expensive sisters of silence that can hit back in the psychic phase and (just about) keep pace with your golden boys in combat, here you go. Psychic powers also grant the Knights a versatility and surprising mobility, allowing them to be the hammer to your Custodes' anvil against any foe that thought your shiny silver and gold army couldn't maneuver their way out of a paperbag. The Knights are also all equipped with at least a storm bolter, so don’t underestimate the dakka they can bring to bear at short to medium range.

Plus, visually, their silver armor will contrast nicely with your golden bois. It's a match made in a jewelry store.

===Imperial Knights===
An interesting and complementary mix that will render your name mud before the day is out, as the Custodes are excellent character hunters and are capable of controlling objectives with their (very) fast Jetbikes, but lack dedicated anti-vehicle weapons, while knights are excellent at hunting down vehicles but lack the shot output to deal with hordes. This combo will struggle to rake in the command points that other armies do, but your army will be effective whatever enemy is thrown at it, and it gives you an excuse to paint your knight gold and red (go on, you know you want a golden banana knight). Incidentally, these Banana Knights are kinda Canon - No, seriously, the first drawings of the Custodes and Golden Throne by John Blanche (praised be his name) had a pair of titans standing guard in the background, yeah? And The Beast Arises series also confirmed these Warhound titan guards to be canon. Therefore, is it too far to stretch the mind that the pimpstodes have a couple of knight suits lying 'round the Emprah's dusty old house? They do have access to tech that [[Blood Ravens|most people]] can only dream of (Jetbikes, hover tanks with cannons as long as they are, disintegration guns welded onto power spears, etc.). They also use the [[Mary Sue|Contemptor Chassis as their most common type of dreadnought]].

Also, the Knights (sorry, ''Questor Imperialis'') finally got their codex, so the weird keywords and stratagem stuff that was plaguing them prior to that has been fixed. The knights have also got some of the sickest models in the game (so it gives you an excuse to buy and paint them), and FW is going to keep releasing additional experimental (and, eventually, official) rules for their Custodes models, opening up even more customisation options to very specifically tailor your army list to whatever you’re fighting (even though it’s considered incredibly bad “sportsmanship” to only build your list once you know your opponent’s). In short, it’s a good time to have a Custodian or a Knight army, it’s an even better time to have the two together in a single force.

([https://www.shapeways.com/designer/comradequiche/creations?s=0#more-products| Plus there's cool Custodes Knight conversions on Shapeways]).

===Adeptus Titanicus===

Ok, let’s get one thing straight. If you bring a Custodes + Titan combo to any game, be it Apocalypse, Tournaments (good luck finding one with a point limit high enough), or even just a casual beer-and-pretzel game at a friend's house, your name will be worse than mud within two minutes, and you will automatically be regarded as [[That Guy]] forevermore. Regardless, if you don't mind losing ALL your friends, and have this sort of money to throw around (i.e. if you're a drug lord), then this is THE most rage-inducing, unfair, game-breaking alliance currently in the game. Custodes-Titanicus is everything good about the Custard Knights combo turned up to 11 and then some. Titans, the most powerful, durable, expensive (in points and dollars) units in the game, providing fire support for the strongest fighting army in the game. Strap the Apocalypse missile launchers, Volcano Cannon, and Plasma Annihilator to a warlord titan, bring Valoris and a sprinkling of Jetbikes and Superdreads along for the ride, waltz into your gaming club, proclaim yourself as having brought Custardes and a Titan, and expect LITERALLY NO-ONE to fight you (which means you win by default!). However, if someone is dumb enough to go against you, expect to destroy them in well under four game-rounds. It also gives you the chance to paint a titan gold and red, and come on, you just know you want to do that.

===Adeptus Mechanicus===

Much like the Ultramarines before Ward fucked them over, in that they’re good at everything but not the best at anything. Cheap bodies for screening/objective holding, anti-horde duty, heavy firepower, you name it, they can do it, but with nowhere near the ability of other forces (IG, SMs, SOSs, etc.). Personally, my experience is that they’re best when with war machines (duh), so maybe bring Cawl and magi with either 3 Dunecrawlers (armed appropriately according to your enemy), or Cawl and two Magi-Dominus in a SCD when you’re running the Custard Knights or Titan team-up. Otherwise, don’t bother.

===Sisters of Silence===

Do it. Just do it. You have no reason not to - VERY fluffy, they plug the DTW hole, they make almost no impact on your points tally as a Custodes player, and a Talons force is nearly identical to a pure CustardPimp army in both aesthetically and in play-style. As for how to use them, do you need to be told? Have them hunting psykers, or as bodyguards for Valoris when playing against Aeldari or smite spammers (for obvious reasons).

Another view is that sisters while incredibly fluffy are not as effective as other options unless you're against armies relying heavily on psychic powers such as Thousand Sons or Eldar. Against an army not relying as heavily on their psykers you have bolter bitches without the faith. Guard make a much better combination with Custodes as they give easy access to both numbers and anti vehicle fire, Marines also give more flexibility and options such as vehicles, psykers than the sisters. As a Custodes player since the changes to smite psychic power is not going to be your biggest problem against most armies. You lose because loads of dice being thrown at your small number of models hurts, tarpitted because sometimes you can't kill quickly enough or because units that deal multiple damage can reliably remove your models such as the Riptide. Guard and Marines will tend to be more flexible and effective options. Unless GW make the Sisters work better alongside Custodes with the Talon of the Emperor changes coming in psychic awakening it's arguably better to go with Guard or Marines.

With the release of War of the Spider, Sisters of Silence can now be taken in a detachment of Adeptus Custodes without the Custodes losing any benefits such as Sworn Guardians or The Emperor’s Chosen. The Sisters do not gain those abilities.

===Sisters of Battle===

Just take Sisters of Silence.

===Deathwatch===

Another interesting mix. Between their inbuilt Bolter Discipline, Mission Tactics and Special Issue Ammunition, along with easy access to rerolls, the deathwatch boasts some of the most reliable anti-infantry shooting in the game, the humble Boltgun becoming an instrument of enormous damage in their hands. The frag cannon also provides flexible anti-armour/-infantry, and you can take four in a single five-man squad. The fact that it’s an assault weapon and hits harder the closer you get to the target helps out hugely with providing close-range fire support for your golden boys. Their main problem, like GKs and SMs, is a high price for a standard MEQ defense. You will pay around 40 points for a single marine with a Frag Cannon, and their relatively fragile defense means they will wilt in the face of heavy firepower. On the plus side, [[DISTRACTION CARNIFEX|if they’re attracting high amounts of dakka, then your golden boys aren’t]], and you have ways of protecting them (transports, storm shields, cover, etc).

===Inquisition===
Some interesting options, focused on helping your CP starved army generate more CP and giving you Anti-Psyker/Psyker support, to make best use of them you must spend 1CP on the Inquisitorial Mandate stratagem:
*Hector Rex - Deny the witch - '''Psychic Mastery''' warlord trait: knows 3, casts 3 and denies 4 (with +1 within 12"). Powers should be: '''Mental Interrogation''' to generate CP, '''Terrify''' to bypass overwatch, and '''Dominate'''/'''Castigation'''. Tanky (2+/3++), can deep strike, and he is BRUTAL vs daemons. At 100 points and 1CP, probably the best option unless you are really short on points.
*Basic Inquisitor - Cheap CP farming - '''Mental Interrogation''' psychic power, '''Esoteric Lore''' warlord trait and '''Seize For Interrogation''' stratagem; switch the bolt pistol for a '''Boltgun''' and take the '''Blackshroud''' Relic. If you want some support swap '''Mental Interrogation''' for '''Terrify'''. All that for a mere 55 points and 1CP.

==General Tactics==

===Psychic/Anti-Psychic Support===
If you find yourself facing a psychic-heavy army (Craftworlds, Thousand Sons, Daemons, etc) you will want to invest in some ways to supplement the built-in 6+++ Custodes have in against psychic mortal wounds (unless you take a sadistic pleasure in watching your guys die). You're either going to want to pick up some allied psykers yourself or find ways to negate the abilities of your enemy. Here are some strategies:

*'''Inquisitor-Lord Hector Rex:''' For a mere 100 points a 2-known, 2-cast, and 3-deny (with a +1 to his deny rolls) psyker; if that is not enough you can spend 1CP to give him +1 known, +1 cast, and +1 deny. Did I mention that he is 2+/3++, '''DEADLY''' against demons, and can teleport strike? His powers should be '''Mental Interrogation''' to generate CP, '''Terrify''' to bypass overwatch and '''Dominate'''/'''Castigation'''. A bargain at 100 points and 1CP, definitely your best choice.
*'''Supreme Command of AM Primaris Psykers''': For only 138 points, you can bring a supreme command detachment of Astra Militarum Primaris Psykers. At the VERY least, this nets you 3 smites, 3 Denies (for the psychic defense we're talking about), and 1CP to boot. This is a good option for players that prefer to run Custodes as close to pure as possible, but are worried about the 4-5 psykers and tonnes of mortal wounds that their friend is likely bringing to face them on the weekend. Run these guys up behind whichever footslogging Custodes you're bringing to keep the Psykers safe while covering the Custodes with Smites and Denies.
**In terms of psychic powers to choose from, at first it seems bleak since 4 out of the 6 options are buffs for other AM units. The only two possible options turn out to be more useful than they first appear. '''Terrifying Visions''' goes off on a 7 and debuffs an enemy unit within 18" for -2 Ld. While not amazing, this could be incredibly useful if the Custodes squad in front of your psyker is about to chop an enemy unit to bits and you want that extra insurance that any survivors will flee to morale. The second choice is '''Psychic Maelstrom''' which also goes off on a 7 and allows you to mortal-wound a target on progressively harder D6 rolls until you fail one. 2+ (1 MW), 3+ (1 MW), 4+ (1 MW), etc. While this won't go off as easily or wound as reliably as smite, it does have the benefit of allowing you to '''target''' an enemy unit within 18" instead of having to select the closest. This can allow you to microwave an enemy character's brain that your opponent thought he had protected behind a bubblewrap. It may not always kill the character depending on their stats, but many 3 or even 4 wound characters will be sweating as you roll those dice; ESPECIALLY if they've already lost a wound or two earlier in the game. Then whatever support aura they were supplying to their units is gone and your Custodes friends can get stuck in with even less worry. If neither of these powers applies to the current turn, just smite away! Remember, you took these 3 guys for the Denies and the CP.
*'''Sisters of Silence:''' Exactly what it sounds like, get Sisters of Silence, put them in front of your Custodes, and most of your Smite Spam problem will be solved. The fluffiest option of the lot and they don't even need to pass a DtW test to stop powers from being used.
*'''AdMech- Graia:''' A somewhat under-appreciated version of the Rusty 17, the Graia stratagem lets you stop a psychic power on a 4+, giving you a 75% (with a reroll) chance of auto denying any power of your choice. For only 1 CP per turn, this can do wonders against that Warptiming Magnus or stopping that Doom going off against your Telemon.

===Flight of the Golden Valkyries===
The custodes jetbikes are dangerous. Full stop. They run around at 14”, advance 6”, are toughness 6 (which protects against S3, 5, 6, & 10 weapons), 4 wounds, 2+/5++, and hit with 4 attacks on 2’s, strength 6, rerolling wounds on the charge, ap-3 DD3. 3 units of 3 headed up by [[Chapter_Master_Smashfucker#8TH_EDITION:_CAPTAIN_SMASHFUCKER_GOES_BANANA|Captain-Commander Smashfucker]] (the toughest unnamed character in 8E at T6, 7W, 2+/3++/5+++ with rerolls) will kill everything on the charge. <s>How many guardsmen will you kill? 38.75. Terminators? 19.68 (the average Damage value of an interceptor spear against a 2W model being 1.667). Baneblades? And even Reaver titans? They will take 39.90 damage, enough to outright annihilate the former and cripple the latter</s> All of this math is old, as of June 20th. We'll get back to you once we figure out exactly which shield host and other shit these guys should be using. All of this comes at the cost of roughly 980 points (depending on your guns, no misericordias unfortunately) in an Outrider detachment, giving you the most powerful, fastest, and toughest death star in the entirety of 40k. And that is before you even take into account their guns. How does 120 bolter shots sound to you hitting on re-rollable 2’s? Well, that alone would give you 51.85 dead guardsmen, 19.44 dead marines or even 6.41 damage to a baneblade. In short, you have no reason to not take a detachment of custodes bikers. And the icing on the cake? Your 10 unit, 1000 point army will only cost you <s>£117.6</s> £105 to £140, depending on a discount. (Other countries pricing may vary, for example, the US pays the equivalent of £164 to £193.27.)

*Agamatus versions of this tactic are also available, but you can only afford the Lastrum bolters on your 9 bikers. In a 2000 point game, you can take the las pulsars, but the great strength of your bikes is their balance between impressive melee power and ranged volume of fire. If you want to take bikes with pulsars it is advised that you take them as a supplement to your main melee Death Star. If you want to have more than one flying circus Death Star, however (at least until they release rules for a jet pack shield captain) you will need to take three units of agamastus custodians because of the rule of 3.

===Matchups and Counterplay===
These tactics are good and all, but knowing your enemy is important. For simplicity's sake we're going to assume that you and your enemy's list is NOT a soup list, which is the slang term for taking multiple factions that share the {{W40kKeyword|Imperial}}, {{W40kKeyword|Chaos}}, or {{W40kKeyword|Aeldari}} keywords or the like in the same army. Feel free to add any strategies that have worked against these factions.
====Imperium====
*'''Space Marines:''' They'll know you hit like a sock with a brick inside in close combat and will do whatever it takes to screen you out. Here are some select Chapter Tactics: Ultramarines can fall back and shoot with a -1 to hit penalty, so you have to either surround surviving models (not an easy feat given you're playing Custodes) or just go for the squad wipe (much easier). Raven Guard's -1 to hit outside of 12" is fairly easy to counter with FGLTC, Terminators, and your Vertus Praetors. Imperial Fists ignore cover and gain bonuses against fortifications, neither of which hard counter you unless you like to hide in cover from Bolt Rifles and other AP-1 weapons. Black Templars re-roll failed charges, and since it's combat-oriented and doesn't give them true bonuses in the combat phase (hint: you excel at that) it's to their detriment and your benefit. Iron Hands have nice overwatch and 6++, but overall that's not the main issue. Your main problem with them will be their vehicles, which are hard to bracket.
*'''Blood Angels:''' Red-colored Marines that specialize in Blitz attacks. While they shoot as good as basic Marines above, their main draw is essentially a plus 1 to wound rolls modifier in the first round of combat. That is huge against Custodes, as even basic scouts will go from wounding on 5+ to 4+, and their power fists and Thunder Hammers will wound you on 2+. Custodes rely on their toughness to survive, and the Blood Angels hard-counter that toughness and can throw down in the Combat phase better than other marines. Also, Death Company and any characters with the Black Rage stratagem gain a 5+ shrug and add 1 to attacks when they charge. This won't be like basic marines where close combat will be a one-sided walk in the park, pick and choose your combats. Bring Storm Shields to counter said power fists and thunder hammers.
*'''Dark Angels:''' The Mean Green Marines. Their chapter tactic lets them re-roll 1s to hit in shooting and overwatch if they stand still, and they are almost immune to morale (and Deathwing units are Fearless). If they're using standard Power Armor or Primaris units, they're likely going for a gun line. Their specialty is in Plasma weaponry, and their infamous Weapons of the Dark Age stratagem adds 1 to the damage characteristic of a given unit's plasma weapons. That's right, a Dark Angel marine overcharging a plasma gun with that stratagem can 1-shot a Custodian guard or Warden. To this end, beware the hell out of Dark Angel Hellblasters.
*'''Space Wolves:''' The furries are roughly the same as blood angels, and you deal with them in the same way. Termies (and allied in snipers, like the Vindicare or the Primaris Eliminators) to assassinate the psykers. These guys also need to get into melee to function effectively, so bring a caladius grav tank to soften up the big ones like Bjorn and Murderfang, then use Telemons with a pair of Caestuses (Caestusi? Caestusae?) to take them down. Use jetbikes to outmaneuver them, and adrasite weapons to bring down primaris units thanks to their lovely S: 5 (= wounding on 3s) AP-3 (= 6+ save) D3 (so a straight kill.)
*'''Grey Knights:''' Hey look it's budget Custodes with psychic powers. With the number of mortal wounds they can put out, plus the odd Vortex of Doom power, your 6+ shrug in the psychic phase won't save you and neither will the relic Vexilla or Warlord trait. Allies, especially sisters of silence, are beyond crucial here; you WILL lose if you don't take them. Their smite has reduced range, so take a good deal of shooty units, and use terminators (having W4 is invaluable as they can tank a d3 wound smite at full blast) to assassinate the characters, who can manifest more than once (especially Voldus). Draigo, true to being the mother of all mary sues, is an absolute beast in melee with a 2+/3++ and The Titansword hitting at S8 (+1 to wound with the Hammerhand psychic power), so wounds on 2s. your best bet against him is sending storm shield-wielding guard at him, along with a vexilla imperius, to drown him in attacks and force wounds. If you take Valoris, ensure he has a bodyguard of sisters at all times.
*'''Deathwatch:''' They're Marines that have special issue ammo. Watch out for hellfire rounds at range since those rounds don't give a shit about your T5/6 and wound you on 2+. Frag Cannons are also a bitch by handing out 2d6 S6 AP-1 auto-hitting shots or can fire two slug rounds (S7 AP-1 above half range, S9 AP-3 up close), and a single Veteran squad can have four of those brokenly good things.
*'''Adeptus Mechanicus''' BEWARE DRAGOONS, they are no slouch in melee and can put some real punishment into your units, either shoot them down or make sure you're charging and fighting first. Like facing other shooting armies the vexilla magnifica is your best friend, use it to reduce the effectiveness of the robots, blind their sensors with golden light. Do watch out for armies spamming Skitarii Vanguard, their Radium Carbines put out a surprising amount of shots and with wound rolls of 6 dealing 2 damage flat, a few unlucky failed saves can chunk your banana boys with shocking efficiency.
*'''Imperial Guard:''' '''FOR EVERY ONE OF US THAT FALLS, TEN MORE WILL TAKE HIS PLACE!''' is the rule here. These guys have bodies, and with that, a large volume of dice. Your Banana Boys will die under massed Lasgun fire, so don’t underestimate a Guardsmen squad. Pask/Tank Commanders can spell trouble with their varied load-outs, and Baneblade variants can kick your shit in. Your objective is to turn Infantry into mulch with your Jetbikes (you did bring Jetbikes, right?) and cripple or eliminate any armor. The biggest weakness of mechanized Guard lists is a lack of Invuln saves; use this to your advantage. Beware their Psykers; nothing says FUN like a Baneblade with Psychic Barrier and Nightshroud on it.
**Special mention to Tempestus Scions: they are an entirely different beast. These little shits will be bringing their Specialist Detachment and safely dropping out of Valkyries, loaded for bear with regular Scions and Command squads carrying cheap Guard Plasma. If you can get the first turn on them, shoot those sitting ducks out of the sky before they can drop on you.
*'''Imperial Knights:''' A super-elite army versus another super-elite army. The dirty secret about knights is that they aren’t very good - they put out surprisingly little damage, and die surprisingly quickly, especially to high strength weapons that force their 5++). Expect a lot of shots to be missed and a lot of saves to be failed; of course, this isn’t an excuse to be cocky - Knights hurt when they hit and are difficult to wound thanks to army-wide T8. They are also pretty quick so try to not get flanked.
**If you don't have Forge World, use your Jetbikes and deep-striking Allarus termies with Castellan Axes to get up close as quickly as possible. You can try and win off of objectives, but Custodes are such a low model count army that the Knight player will have a bit easier of a time trying to up and table you to win the game than they usually would. In melee you have the particular problem that a knights proper melee weapon ie chainsword, will kill one of your guys in one hit, wiping out 50+ points at a time, and even with a storm shield a knight can reliably kill one custodian each round of combat.
**If you have the money, consider making your whole army from spearhead detachments, bringing bare-bones SCs, Valoris as your warlord, and a shit ton of Telemons with the storm cannons (at least one should have twin Caestii) and Grav-tanks with the Arachnus cannon. An expensive list (in both points and dollars,) and one with very few CPs, but is insanely tough (Telemons are actually TOUGHER than knights to put down and come at half the price) and will curb stomp a knights army reliably often, and pretty quickly as well (watch out for the Dominus Castellan though, that thing shits anti-armour like nothing else in the game).
*'''Sisters of Silence:''' The Talons are doing wargame practice. These guys won’t cause you any trouble as their special anti-psyker rules don’t mean shit against you (this may be the only matchup in 8e where your not having Psykers is an actual ADVANTAGE. They are quite hard-hitting in melee but have nothing on you. Charge them or shoot them, doesn’t matter.
*'''Sisters of Battle:''' If you face sisters TAKE JETBIKES. They’re fast enough to escape you being outmaneuvered (which will probably happen), their hurricane Bolters blenderize sister squads (12 S4 shots vs T3) and the salvo launchers will evaporate penitent engines and the like. Shield captains on said Jetbikes will annihilate all their characters in cc (A5, WS2+ reroll 1s, S6 vs T3, AP-3, Dd3). Again, however, the biggest threat in this matchup is not likely to come from the units on the board, more the person wielding them.
*'''Adeptus Titanicus:''' Just give up. You have no chance. Sorry.
**(In all fairness though, this is the same with every single faction in the game so don’t feel alone in this).
*'''Other Imperium Factions:''' This is for the Inquisition and Assassinorum and other factions that are index only or have mini-dexes.

====Chaos====
*'''Chaos Space Marines:''' May the Chaos gods have mercy on your opponent if they are using the Black Legion Tactics, otherwise you're going to stomp him harder than you already will with attacks that explode on a 4+. Alpha Legion and Iron Warriors play out like Raven Guard and Imperial Fists, respectively. Read the loyalist marine section to see how you deal with those. The closest analog Slaanesh type shooter units can focus fire and wipe out your units if they get in range. Berzerkers don't give a fuck how tough you are (but they are soft themselves, charge first) Tzeentch and Nurgle guys are tougher and throw psychic bullshit at you. They can combo up some pretty nasty warlords as well. Abbadon is a mighty beast, but as mentioned, the Custodes can fuck him up proper.
*'''Chaos Daemons:''' Hordes of daemonic freaks galore. Nurgle Daemons have Disgustingly Resilient which gives them a 5+ shrug against all of your attacks. Your guys will have to put in double time to get rid of them. Khorne Daemons hit like freight trains on the charge with a potential 2 damage coming from a basic Bloodletter's sword. Tzeentch Daemons will spell doom for you with psychic spam, akin to the Thousand Sons below and the Grey Knights. Ironically Slaanesh's daemonettes will be a cinch at range considering that they can only get up to S4 on their units and are way too fragile against ranged attacks. Assault Cannon Venerable Contemptor Dreads and the standard Jetbikes will rip holes in their number quite good, and avoid close combat with their greater Daemons unless you throw a squad of Stormshield guard at them since Greater Daemons struggle to get around high invuln saves in close combat.
*'''Death Guard:''' Mortal wound spam (both psychic and non-psychic), plus Mortarion. Have fun! They are not very numerous though, but they are disgustingly resilient. Pox walkers, on the other hand, form their screens and are quite the tarpit. Their elite infantry is also very tough potentially resulting in prolonged combats, something to keep in mind.
*'''Thousand Sons:''' Mmmm… did somebody say ooey-gooey Psychic cheese? With Custodes alone, you do have the Spark of Divinity Stratagem to Deny the Witch, a built-in 6+ against wounds caused in be Psychic phase, and the Impregnable Mind Warlord trait to Deny and get a +1 when doing so, but you're going to need more. They can spam their powers while you cannot spam that Stratagem or a Warlord Trait, so ally in either other Psykers or take Sisters of Silence. Think of the Thousand Sons Psychic phase as a second Shooting phase, since nearly everything can at least cast smite. Additionally, all their basic guns are AP -2, the perfect AP for taking on Custodes as you’ll pretty much always be using your 4++ to save. If your opponent is taking Magnus, remove him quickly, using a Telemon's Fisters or an Ares’ dakka; he’ll buff himself up and others if you don’t. It also doesn’t help that Rubric Marines and Scarab Occult Terminators have All is Dust to give them -1 to hit, and they’re pretty tanky too. Removing whole units at a time is key here, as it removes one more Psyker each time.
*'''Renegade Knights:''' Like Imperial Knights, but even nastier in close combat. Even after their Codex, they still play very similarly to their Loyalist counterparts.
*'''Renegades and Heretics''': Think Guard, but with all their strengths and weaknesses amplified. Their fodder is even more pathetic, but they can field so much of it, it is a possibility you will literally not have enough guns to kill all of them, unless you brought Allarus Terminators or sniper allies, and kill all of them you must, as their Enforcers almost completely negate Morale loses. Meanwhile, their vehicles may not be quite as mean as their loyalist counterparts without things like Regimental Doctrines or Tank Orders, but a Leman Russ Demolisher is still point-for-point the nastiest tank in the game, and the boys in R&H can field a LOT of them.

====Xenos====
*'''Craftworlds:''' Sneaky space Elves who specialize in psychic shenanigans, and spamming -1 to hit modifiers like no tomorrow. Their psykers will fuck you up something fierce by spamming smite and Executioner to hell and back, plus Warlocks and Spiritseers can cast buffs on their units, and debuff your units. Their fleshy aspect warriors are easy enough prey, but take care against any of their wraith units; they come packed with enough D to one-shot your dudes and are slightly sturdier (if the opposing player bothers to support them properly, at least) for it. Still, they'll fall quickly enough if you get the jump on them first. Their squads are also very overspecialized - if you outmaneuver them you’ll have a much easier time of it. Be wary of getting swamped by shuriken weapons, which will force you to rely on your invulnerable saves.
*'''Dark Eldar:''' Sadomasochist space Elves. They won't give a damn about your higher than average toughness, but many of their basic weapons will struggle to get through your armor. Conversely, they may as well be flouncing around naked for all the armor they have on. What's better is you won't need to worry about psychic shenanigans from this flavor of spess elf. Watch out for disintegrator cannons, they are prime Multi-wound killers, as well as Coven type models who can partially match your durability. Otherwise, you may find that their army doesn't have as many anti-TEQ options as others. However, they can swamp you in cheap shots and their Wyches bring a very high volume of attacks for cheap models.
*'''Harlequins:''' Clown space Elves, almost as dangerous in melee as you are, but much, ''much'' faster and considerably more numerous. They have fewer options to engage your Custodes at range and their T3 bodies are mostly protected by a 4++, so you won't be wanting for ways to kill them. Charge first if you can, don't let your squads get surrounded, and don’t forget the Interrupt stratagem to strike first in combat. The Vexilla Imperius will help you enormously in this matchup.
*'''Orks:''' You shouldn't need any help killing Orks, but just in case, remember your Hurricane Bolters on your bikes. You can quite easily play keep-away while hailing shots on the Ork hordes. Also, don't go wantonly charging in with your close combat units since that will play right into the Ork player's hands. Whittle them down like every other race, knock out the supporting Nobz and Warboss, then mop up the weaklings.
*'''Tau Empire''' Make sure the Magnifica is in your army, and laugh as the space communists hit your foot slogging troops on 5s (put the radiant mantle on your warlord for 6s to hit). Note that half the army has {{W40kKeyword|fly}} so tying up units is not easy. Also like facing guard, beware of volume of fire. Else wise Tau have a plethora of weapons that can fire a ton of shots AP -1/2 with high damage, the perfect sort of weapons for facing down golden boys. On the plus side, they have no access to psykers! Pro tip from a T'au player: Fear the Riptide, for it is the literal definition of a perfect counter to your army. The longer you are in melee, the less they will be shooting at you. However, the more aggressively you play, the more easily they can catch you in a trap. Units to eliminate on sight are Markerlight sources, Riptides, and any vehicles or drones the Weebs might have brought. Know the Sunshark bomber: It can dish out mortal wounds on your {{W40kKeyword|infantry}} units on a 4+.
*'''Necrons:''' Play for keeps, don't fight in half-measures. Focus down a Necron unit until it is wiped, otherwise, you'll likely see a majority of the unit stand back up with Reanimation Protocols. These guys also can’t take psykers so exploit that and bring some SM librarians in a SCD and see how psyker suffering looks from the other side. Watch out for destroyers, they are fairly tough and their beefed-up gauss weapons are prime Custode killers. 'Crons can be slow, but they can also slug it out if you can't kill them efficiently. Wraiths can also be a problem and may survive longer in melee than you would like, though they are only deadly when very expensive.
*'''Tyranids:''' One of the most fun matchups in the current meta, as nids and custodes are both combat-based. The key to taking on nids is, as always, to take out the synapse creatures and the big ones. Also, this is one of the few times where you don't want to get in combat immediately; at least try and whittle down the genestealer and gaunt blobs before you charge them. Beware of many heavy melee weapons they have which are a straight 3D. Nids have potent psychic output as well and can surprise you in the shooting phase.
*'''Genestealer Cults:''' Deep-striking Genestealers and other terrifying close combat units. Fun!

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The crunch and tactica page for [[Kensei]].

=Rules=
<div class="toccolours mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="100%"> Due to the fact the rulebook is translated from Spanish...somewhat capably, there are sections that are unclear or badly phrased.
The rules will be transcribed here for simplicity, made expandable for those wanting to skip straight to the Tactica.
Fosr those familiar with ranked wargames like [[Warhammer Fantasy]], Kensei is a fairly similar experience. Kensei uses ten-sided dice and tape measure. <div class="mw-collapsible-content">

==Basic Rules==

The rulebook shorthand for dice rolls is DC for melee rolls, DD for ranged rolls.

PM is the shorthand for Commandment Points, which are used to make Special Actions during the Orders and Actions phase. The General of your army determines how many you have. Both players make a Commandment dice roll, called an Opposed Roll.

AC is Action Points, which determine how many normal actions like moving or attacking you can do.

Units are groupings of models in formation which move as one.

* '''Stats''':
** Attack (AT): Their proficiency with weapons and their ease to hit things. The lower the number, the better the Attack. An Attack roll is called an Attribute Roll.
** Defense (DF): The ability to not be hit. The higher the number, the better the Defense. These rolls are considered Attribute Tests.
** Wounds (W): Hit points. The higher the better.
** Ki (KI): Spiritual defense and attack points. Used to cast spells by Spiritual Characters, used to defend against magic and use special abilities by everything else. The higher the better.
** Honor (HR): The morale of the model. Improved by having a Bushi or Standard Bearer in the Unit. Used when executing maneuvers, resisting fleeing from the battle, using Taisho abilities, and turn 1 setup. The higher the better. These rolls are considered Attribute Tests.
** Initiative (IN): Speed in attacking. The higher, the more likely to get to strike first. Initiative is rolled by both players, and is called an Opposed Roll.

Line of Sight is used in the game, and is "real line of sight" meaning you look from the perspective of the model. Regardless of the size of the model, if it is behind anything it is considered to not be in the Line of Sight. A giant dragon behind a small fence is considered to be out of Line of Sight.

When Charging or Running Away, Movement rolls are used.

Premeasuring is not allowed. You can only measure when in actually taking the action, and when checking to see if you qualify for an effect that is already in play.

===Types of Models===
Models must be grouped together in formations determined by what type of model it is. Models in formation have Line Of Sight as a 180 degree view from their front.

* '''Bushi''': Bushi are characters, usually intended to grant bonuses to Units they join although they can act independently. A Bushi can only join a Unit that uses ranged weapons if they have the same kind of ranged weapon. Bushi attack at the same Initiative as the rest of the Unit, although they grant an Initiative bonus. Daisho characters (Samurai and Ashigaru) add 1 to the Initiative and Honor of the Unit. Heroes add 2 Honor and 1 Initiative. Taisho and Daimyo add 3 Honor, 2 Initiative.
* '''Special Characters''': Special Characters don't grant bonuses to their Unit, and attack independently of the rest of it at their own Initiative. They use their special abilities after the Unit they are in finishes the Orders and Actions phase.
* '''Spiritual Characters''': Characters who can use magic. They can either use magic or attack/block each turn, they can't do both. Only one Spiritual Character can be taken per army. They behave as Infantry otherwise.
* '''Infantry''': Standard footplodders. They have a minimum of 3 models and a maximum of 5 in the front rank to be in formation, a maximum of four columns so a Unit cannot be larger than 20 models although some types of models put the maximum lower than that.
* '''Cavalry''': Mount and rider use one profile. Minimum of 2 models and maximum 5 in the front, maximum of three columns so the largest Cavalry Unit would be 15 models in addition to some making the maximum even lower.
* '''Harassers''': Models that use their own special movement rules. Also the rules used for models that are not in a Unit. Use a loose formation dictated by distance from each other rather than ranks and columns. All models in a Harasser Unit must be in a minimum of 3 centimeters from each other, and none in the Unit more than 15 centimeters apart. Harasser Line of Sight is a full 360 degrees around.
* '''Creatures''': Can only be used in magic games. Come in three sizes, small, medium, and large.
* '''Artillery/Artifacts''': None are currently in the game, although they will eventually be. Function as Infantry, with a Unit consisting only of the model and its crew.

When a model that can act independently leaves or joins a Unit, it costs that model 1 Action Point (more on that later).

===Terrain===
Terrain is deployed first at the start of the game. Kensei suggests two options, agreed on by the players.
* A third person not involved in the game setting up the scenery for both players to then deal with. There are no limitations on the placement.
* Players take turns based on an Initiative roll placing scenery from all of the scenery that will be used. Each type of terrain must be different than the previously placed terrain, terrain must be 15 centimeters apart at minimum, and when a player decides to put no more scenery the other player gets to place one additional piece and terrain placement ends.

Some terrain provides Cover, which gives bonuses in both melee and ranged combat. Models inside a building or within 3 centimeters of terrain in melee have Cover, which kind is determined by the rules of that terrain.
* Light Cover gives +1 Attack (remember, low Attack is better) to the roll attempting to shoot at the Unit in Cover. If a Unit is partially obscured by terrain in the Real Line of Sight, it is in Light Cover for the purpose of ranged attacks. For melee, Light Cover provides +1 Defense and +2 Initiative.
* Heavy Cover in ranged combat is when half or more of the models in the Unit are partially obscured, granting +2 Attack to the ranged roll. In melee, Heavy Cover grants +2 Defense and +2 Initiative.

Terrain each has specific rules. All terrain must be one of these types.

* '''Normal Terrain''': Blank terrain on the game table. Prairies, valleys, fields, hills. No special rules.
** '''Hills''': Elevated terrain. Models can't see through Hills, but models can see up them and down them. Models are on Hills when half or more of the Unit is. Models on Hills can see through anything that does not have a rule saying it completely blocks all Line of Sight. Models on Hills have Light Cover, although in melee the Light Cover bonus only lasts one turn. When shooting from a Hill, maximum range is increased by 10 centimeters.
* '''Difficult Terrain''': Minor obstacles in the way. Forests, crop fields, old battlefields, uneven ground. All non-Harasser Units suffer a 50% penalty to movement through it.
** '''Forest''': Made up of trees in a minimum radius of 5 centimeters. Units within a Forest can see each other, but those outside of the Forest cannot see anything in or past it.
*** '''Forest Edge''': Units in the Forest Edge have at least one model within 3 centimeters of a tree in the Forest, and have Light Cover.
*** '''Deep Forest''': Units in the Forest itself are in Deep Forest. They suffer a +2 Attack when shooting, and can only see within 15 centimeters of themselves. Harassers have Light Cover while within a Deep Forest.
** '''Streams, Brooks, Bogs, River Fords''': Portions of watery terrain which can be safely crossed. Shooting from within these terrains has a penalty of +2 Attack, and in melee or when being shot have -2 Defense. Models with Teppos in this terrain must pass a Ki roll or their Teppo gets wet and becomes nonfunctional for the rest of the battle.
* '''Impassible Terrain''': Terrain troops can't move through. Deep water, steep drops, dangerous paths.
** '''Constructions''': Buildings of any dimensions, can have models garrison inside them. Constructions block all Line of Sight of the inhabitants from the outside, and ranged attackers within can shoot 360 degrees around. If a model shoots from inside the Construction, it can then be shot by things outside the Construction for than turn although it will have Heavy Cover. Models can occupy a Construction by spending Action Points, and Constructions can be attacked by models which are able to; otherwise, enemy Units must attack the models inside directly. If a Construction is destroyed, all models inside immediately die. Models inside a Construction have Heavy Cover. all Constructions come in two types:
*** '''Small Constructions''': Can be seen past if the model is at a higher elevation than the Construction. Can only hold 4 models inside. Possess 10 Wounds and 6 Armor unless otherwise specified.
**** House: A simple Construction with no other rules. Can hold a single Unit.
**** Altar/Shrine: A Small Construction with 6 Wounds, 5 Armor. Makes all terrain within 15 centimeters Spiritual Terrain, and grants +1 Ki to models inside it.
**** Torii: A gateway which grants immunity to Fear and Terror if within 10 centimeters. Has 7 Wounds, 5 Armor.
**** Bridge: If inside (or actually on it) or within 5 centimeters, Units can only move at half speed. Has 10 Wounds, Armor 5.
*** '''Large Constructions''': Blocks all Line of Sight past it. Can hold 4+ models, decided by the players. Has 20 Wounds and 7 Armor.
**** Pagoda/Temple: A large building which grants Onmyouiji within 10 centimeters a free Meditation, and makes all other terrain within 14 centimeters Spiritual Terrain. Can hold 2 Units.
**** Castle: Can hold 3 Units.
**** Clan Castle: All models inside automatically pass Honor rolls. Can hold 3 Units.
**** Cemetery: A Construction with graves functioning as trees in Forest terrain, which is a Mystical Terrain that grants +1 Honor to models inside it.
**** Ruins: Rubble counts as trees in Forest terrain. Counts as Mystical Terrain. Grant Light Cover rather than Heavy Cover. Ruin Constructions cannot be attacked or destroyed.
** '''Rivers, Lakes, Swamps''': Entirely impassible water obstacles. Any portion shallow enough to be safely crossed is considered a River Ford, Stream/Brook, or Bog respectively.
* '''Obstacle''': Something that troops must take extra movements to avoid. Buildings, fences, rubble.
** '''Walls, Bushes, Fences''': Thin, tall terrain covering a certain distance. At the height of a man (meaning a standing miniature) they are considered Normal Height and do not hinder Sight, can be bypassed like all obstacles, and provide Light Cover to defenders with it between them and their attacker. Very High is taller than a miniature and unless it was specified to have gaps like crenels or palisades then it entirely blocks Sight and all ranged attacks. If Very High does have those things, it grants Heavy Cover to both attacker and defender. In melee, the wall must be charged for one turn for the attackers to climb it, and afterwards the defender has Heavy Cover.
* '''Mystical Terrain''': Terrain with psychological effects on troops. Cemeteries, monuments, shrines, landmarks. In a 10 centimeter distance around the feature, troops do not Run Away and immediately regroup if they were.

===Deployment===
Players do not place miniatures on the field at the start of the game. Instead, they first determine which side of the field each player begins in by having the Taisho make an Honor rolls against each other with the winner picking. Then players determine which one of them begins deployment by having their Taisho make Initiative rolls against each other.
The player who won the Initiative roll has 30 centimeters of room on their edge of the table to deploy in, the loser only has 20 centimeters.

Each player uses a face-down Deployment Card (which has what the Unit it represents is and contains written on one side and is in the size of the Unit footprint when placed) to choose the positions of their Units. Players take turns, beginning with the player with higher Initiative, placing cards.
The exception to this is models which can begin outside the Deployment Zone (like ninja), which are set aside with where on the map you intend for them to [[Spanish Inquisition|suddenly appear]] written down.

Once all cards have been placed, players then reveal to their opponent what is on the card as they replace it with models. The models must be in the same formation and facing the same direction as on the card. Harassers and solitary models can be placed any way you want as long as at least one part of their Unit was on part of where the card was.

In this way, all you can be sure of is that there is soldiers of some kind in a particular position, not knowing what exactly they will be.

===Battle===
The game consists of six phases each turn; Orders and Actions for the higher Initiative player, Orders and Actions for the lower Initiative player, then Combat and Resolution. At the start of each turn, both players make a Commandment Roll to determine the Initiative.

====Special Orders====

During a player's turn, they first issue '''Special Orders''' in the following order:
* 1) Taisho abilities
* 2) Regrouping fleeing troops
* 3) Strategic Orders
* 4) Warning Orders
Special Orders all cost Command Points.

====Special Actions====
You first inform your opponent what each Unit is going to do. Only then do you start doing it for every Unit. You can perform Unit Actions in any order.

* Taisho Abilities (more on them later) can be used once per turn for free, with a second costing 2 Command Points. They require a Ki roll success to use.
* Attempting to Regroup a fleeing Unit costs 1 Command Point. The Unit makes an Honor roll, if passed they lose one Action Point but you regain control over them, and for free you can rotate them to face any direction. You can attempt to Regroup any fleeing Units as many times as you need so long as you have enough Command Points to spend. If any are left still fleeing at the end of this subphase they immediately spend all this turns Action Points continuing to run away and thus can do nothing else for the rest of the turn.
* Strategic Orders are using ranged weapons, and charging into melee. You must spend 2 Command Points and perform a Ki roll with your Taisho each Strategic Order you issue, and if the roll fails then the Unit still follows your orders but loses 1 Action Point. Unless the Unit you are commanding has a Line of Sight to the intended target, then you cannot give a Strategic Order unless your Taisho is still alive and has Line of Sight to both your Unit and their intended target, and you can only give such orders to a Unit that has a Bushi character in it. Thus, protecting your officers is very important for ambushes and ranged superiority. For example, if you want your Teppo models to shoot at an enemy within their range but obscured by another Unit of models in front of their targets, your Taisho must be able to see both Units (possibly by being on a Hill) and your Teppos need to have a Bushi character (carrying a Teppo) with them. Spy characters count as a second pair of eyes for your Taisho.
* Warning Orders cost 1 Command Point. These allow your troops to make Attacks of Opportunity. Attacks of Opportunity are either to shoot ranged weapons, charge an enemy, or move and then charge, all during your opponent's turn at any time you want to interrupt them. Only one Unit each turn can make an Attack of Opportunity each turn, but you can issue Warning Orders to as many as you want so you can choose who will react. A Unit must have the Action Points left over to execute Attacks of Opportunity, one for shooting or charging and two to move then charge. Cavalry charges, ambushes, and getting another volley of lead/arrows into the enemy are the best uses. Note that you must set the conditions ahead of time. For example, you can't just give a Warning Command to a unit of Ashigaru and do what you want whenever, you have to give a logical order like "charge the first enemy who passes the fence line", meaning that if an enemy comes from your side and is nowhere near the fence you can't just decide to change the criteria for their charge (although "charge the first thing in range" or "charge any Ashigaru you see" are legitimate orders as well).

====Generic Orders====
Then players make '''Generic Orders'''. The opponent can make '''Countermands''', which are reactions to Generic Orders. They are made in the following order:
* 1) Movement
* 2) Ranged combat
* 3) Spiritual Actions (The Countermand is attempting to block the spell being cast, similar to Dispelling in Warhammer Fantasy)
* 4) Special Actions
* 5) Charging/Melee (The Countermand is how those being attacked react, like the Charge Reaction of Warhammer Fantasy)
At any point conditions are right, the opponent can use Attack of Opportunities they had previously set up.

====Generic Actions====
Like Special Actions, you can perform Generic Actions in any Unit order you want.

Every Action costs Action Points. Infantry, Cavalry, and non-Large Creatures have 2 per turn.
Harassers, models by themselves, Characters, and Large Creatures all have 3.

In order to give an opponent the opportunity to spend their Attacks of Opportunity, you must declare your Orders in full before you execute them as Actions.

* '''Movement''': You can make one Movement per turn, plus Occupying a Construction. Each Movement costs 1 Action Point. During Orders you only have to declare the direction you are moving, you can choose the distance as you are taking the Action. Infantry plus any model by itself that isn't Cavalry or Large can move 10 centimeters, Cavalry 15, Large models 13. Some models have a different Movement stat. Harassers and solitary models can spend their Movement in any directions they wish, but each model can only travel a maximum of their Movement. Infantry and Cavalry Units can travel through friendly Units, but the second Unit must not have made their Movement yet, you must clear the second Unit (if it can't, you still suffer penalties and end 3 centimeters from the second Unit), and both Units lose 1 Action Point and 2 Initiative that turn.
** '''Advancement''' is moving in any direction in a 180 degree arc in front of your Unit with one Special Movement allowed before, after, or during the spending of their Movement.
*** '''Facing''' is a Special Movement when you spend 2 centimeters in Movement, which lets you change which direction you are facing within 90 degrees (allowing a player making a 2 centimeter shorter Advancement to end the turn facing any direction).
*** '''Pivoting''' is a Special Movement which costs 3 centimeters, and is a complete 360 degree about-face.
** '''Backwards Movement''' is when your models move the full distance backwards while facing the same direction.
** Marching: Standard movement. You'll probably use this only when in a condition that forces you to.
** Running: Double the distance of Marching. When you subtract centimeters from your Movement, you subtract them from the Running speed if you are running (for example, Infantry that has a -2 centimeter penalty subtracts it from the 20 for running, not doubling the penalty).
** '''Occupying a Construction''': Occurs as part of Movement and requires one Action Point. To engage occupied Constructions, you too must occupy it. The attacker may put as many models into it as the defender. You can only enter a Construction through base contact with the entrance facing inwards, and to exit you must spend one Action Point to have the Unit placed back at the entrance in base contact facing outwards.
** '''Overcoming an Obstacle''': Models must spend 2 centimeters to get past obstacles. Very High obstacles cost a full 10 centimeters. Cavalry spend 3 centimeters to clear Normal and High Obstacles, but can never clear a Very High one.
* '''Ranged Attacks''': Attacking with any ranged attack, like a Teppo or Bow and Arrow.
** Loading: All weapons begin the game loaded, and cosy 1 Action Point to load after firing. This has to be declared in Orders, like all other Actions.
** Firing: Firing costs 1 Action Point, and weapons must be reloaded before being fired again. You cannot fire at things engaged in melee unless a special rule allows you to. It has to have Line of Sight in this phase to shoot unless your Taisho/Spy gave you a Strategic Order allowing you to. You cannot premeasure. Each weapon has its own ranges. If out of range, nothing happens except the ammunition is spent. If at long range, the Attack roll has +1 (higher Attack is bad, remember). If at short range, it has -1. Each model that fires rolls one dice for each Wound it has (for example, three mounted archers have two hit points each while the fourth is wounded, so you roll 7 dice for the Unit to shoot with). To score a hit, you must roll a number higher than the Attack stat of your models (which is why a lower Attack is good). Any result of 10 (or 0, depending on what kind of 10-sided dice you are using) reduces your target's Defense against that shot by one point. By spending two Action Points instead of just one, your shot is made with '''Greater Precision''' which gives you a -1 Attack bonus. If you have enough Action Points to shoot, reload, and shoot again then it counts as '''Multiple Shots''' and the second shot has a penalty of +1 Attack. If your models Marched before shooting, you shoot at a +1 penalty and if they Ran they shoot at a +2 penalty.
*** '''Defense''': The models being shot at make a Defense roll for each hit. The Defense rolls are always against the highest ranked model's Defense stat. A die roll of 1 is always a success. The Defense rolls must be lower than their Defense stat (which is why high Defense is good) to block it.
***'''Damage''': For each hit which isn't canceled, you roll one die to determine how much damage that deals. Their Armor is subtracted from the Damage roll to determine damage dealt. A Damage roll of 1 is always a miss, a 10 (or 0) is a Crit and deals double Wounds (so a Crit against an enemy with no armor is a whopping 10 damage!). The opponent allocates the damage the Unit received as they see fit.
* '''Spiritual Actions''': Like everything else, you have to declare your Spiritual intent in the Orders phase. Your opponent has a Countermand, attempting to disrupt the spell with their Onmyouiji, but they must announce that they plan to do it during the Order phase as well. You can only cast spells up to one higher level than your Onmyouiji, and each costs 1 Action Point. You can cast the same spell repeatedly. Each spell requires a Ki roll, at a penalty equal to the spell level. Multiple spells are all made at a cumulative penalty (For example, if only casting a single level 1 spell, its made at just -1. Casting a level 1 and a level 3 are made at -2 and -4. Casting three spells at levels 1, 3, and 4 are made at -3, -5, and -6). If the spell requires a target then Line of Sight is needed unless the spell specifically says it is not. Each spell has a difficulty, and your Ki result must be higher than that number for the spell to succeed. Some spells are Instant and work for one turn, others are Variable and reduce the available Ki and Action points the longer they keep it going and it will count as a spell being cast each turn. Every turn the Variable is active, Ki is reduced by 1 to a maximum of -4 while Action Points are reduced by 1, on the fourth turn -2.
** Effects: Some spells deal damage. Each potential hit is represented by a dice roll which must exceed the opponent's Ki with one Wound dealt for each point higher the result it. Spells that the opponent resist give a number the opponent must make a Ki roll higher than to resist. Some spells trigger a battle of wills, with both players making Ki rolls against each other.
** '''Blocking''': Blocking is when an opponent tries to muck up the spell being cast. They must use one Action Point for each spell they try to Block. They must roll a dice higher than the Ki of the Onmyouiji casting the spell, minus the difficulty of the spell, to block it.
** Concentration: By sacrificing 1 Action Point, the character concentrates and adds +1 to their Ki roll.
** Meditation: By meditating, they spend 1 Action Point to make a Ki check; if passed, the spell range is increased by 10 centimeters.
* '''Special Actions''': Special Actions come in two types. Every spell cast costs 1 Action Point.
** Action Abilities have to have been declared in the Orders for that turn to be used. They cost 1 Action Point, which is spent regardless of whether it works or not. Each requires a Ki roll to function.
** Combat Abilities do not cost Action Points. They are used before Initiative rolls for combat, and only one can be used per combat round (although a Unit engaged with more than one Unit can use one against each, as that would be a different combat round). Unless otherwise indicated, these last one turn. Traits are not a Special Action, but are permanent active abilities.
* '''Charging''': Models have to Charge to enter into melee, [[Meme|one does not simply March into Hokkaido]]. Like everything, Charge had to be an Order before it can be an Action. Otherwise, it can be a Strategic Order. Unless you are in combat, or failed to Charge something, or there is Terrain between you, then you may not be within 5 centimeters of an enemy Unit under any circumstance. Under no circumstance can you make any other Action after a Charge on the same turn. Infantry, Creatures, and Harassers on foot roll 1d10 to determine how far they succeed at Charging and get +2 Initiative and -1 Attack on the Charge while Cavalry and Mounted Harassers roll 2d10 and get +2 Initiative and -2 Attack. Large Creatures Charge 2d10, but only receive the Infantry bonuses. Rolling for Charge is not necessary if you had made a March/Run And Charge Action. If you fail a Charge, you cannot Run next turn. You can Charge over Obstacles, but only if the enemy Unit is further away than 5 centimeters but not touching it.
** '''Front/Flank/Rearguard/Oblique''': Every Unit has a Front, Flanks (sides), a Rearguard (back), and four Obliques (diagonal angles) coming in Frontal and Rear. Unlike most games, you can actually attack an opponent with diagonal base contact although Obliques count as either Front, Flank, or Rearguard depending on which more of the Units models are close to (if even or in dispute, it defaults to whatever provides the least benefits) and the Flank base contact directions can only have one Unit engaged against it (so for example, just because your have a Unit attacking at the Front Right Oblique which counts as a Front doesn't mean you can then stick another Unit on the front proper; the Front space for attackers is filled up). If an attack zone is unoccupied (or only has one of your Units attacking it in the case of the Front and Rearguatd) but you can't fit your models in base contact, it still counts as attacking that zone as if they could. Otherwise, a successful Charge against the fully occupied Front or Rearguard get assigned to a Flank instead. Harasser Units count the model closest to the enemy in regards to what side they hit, and form into an organized base contact Unit for melee.
** '''Direct Charge''': Any Charge where you do not have to pivot the Unit to come into flat base contact is a Direct Charge.
** '''Indirect Charge''': Any Charge where you had to pivot to make flat base contact, or in the case of Harassers had made turns during the Movement portion, is an Indirect Charge. You must stop 5 centimeters away from the enemy target then roll your Charge dice with a result of less than 5 being a failed Charge.
** '''Reaction To Charge''': If Charged, you can make one of several reactions. '''Withstand And Combat''' is when your Unit waits for the enemy to reach them. If the enemy Charge fails, Withstand will allow you to still fulfill your preassigned Orders. If you have made a Charge that turn and are then later Charged in the same turn, your only allowed Reaction is Withstand. '''Withstand And Shoot''' allows a Unit with ranged weapons to make an attack at those Charging them as if in the Shooting phase (costing the same amount of Action Points). Just like Withstand, Shoot will allow you to finish your other Orders so long as you still have Action Points enough to do so. '''Counter-Charge''' is when an enemy Charges you within your Line of Sight but failed its Charge, allowing you to spend an Action Point to make your own Movement speed as a Charge which nets you the combat bonus instead. Declaring a Counter-charge is a gamble relying on your opponent failing their Charge since if the enemy Unit which successfully makes their Charge they get 2 more Attack Dice in Combat on that turn, and if you succeed you get the Attack Dice bonus. '''Run Away''' makes your Unit flee from the attackers, and they will need to be Regrouped as if they had fled against your will.
* '''Combat''': Any Unit in base contact with the enemy is considered in Combat. Combat is resolved for all Units involved in a particular Combat before moving onto the next group. Combat follows a specific order of resolution. Players who's Unit did not Charge, Counter-charge, or Stand And Shoot that turn must decide before Combat if they want to sacrifice three Combat Dice to adopt a Defensive Position and gain one Defense Dice. Anything Running Away is always in Defense Position until they Regroup.
** 1) '''Activation of Abilities''': Abilities must be used first. Players make Commandment Rolls against each other to determine who uses theirs first. Every Ability requires a Ki roll.
** 2) '''Character Actions and Confrontations''': Characters can't be hit by shooting or attacks, they can only be attacked when solo or in combat with one another until their entire Unit is destroyed, at which point they become solitary characters functioning as a Unit. Characters can also attack independently of all other models in their Unit, and spend their Attack Dice however they see fit. Otherwise, the attack for them functions as it does for a Unit as below. At any time in Orders or Actions, a character can leave their Unit by making an Initiative roll against the highest Initiative enemy they are in Combat with. The model moves 2d10 centimeters as the player wishes, and the Unit they left loses 1 Honor. If the Character leaves Combat, any Characters in the enemy Unit can choose to Chase them by making an Initiative roll. If they succeed they launch 2d10 centimeters in pursuit, and if the pursuer reaches the retreating Character they launch into a round of Combat just between the two of them where the pursuer has Initiative.
*** '''Confrontation''': Confrontations are personal duels between two Bushi Characters. Characters who have the Duelist or Assassin abilities can also duel. Only one Confrontation can occur each turn. It happens immediately prior to Unit Initiative, and the challenge consists of the two combatants making an Initiative roll. If the challenger wins, they have Initiative; otherwise, the other player may let the Confrontation take place with their own character having Initiative, make a different challenge, or skip straight to the rest of Combat. Any time a challenge is rejected, the character who rejected it no longer grants any bonuses to their Unit. Confrontations continue to occur as Character VS Character combat until either one of the combatants is dead or flees, by making an Initiative roll to hide back among their Unit which then loses all bonuses the fleeing character provided it; if they fail the roll to leave the Confrontation, they will only be able to use half their Attack Dice in that next round. At the start of every Confrontation round, the players decide who attacks first by Ki roll rather than Initiative rolls. At the beginning of each round, the players can use any abilities they have.
** 3) '''Resolution of Initiative''': Both players make an Initiative roll for every Unit in the Combat. Any tie is resolved with a second roll just between the tied Units to determine which order the tie goes in.
** 4) '''Attack''': Each Unit gets their own unshared pool of Combat Dice, which is how many Wounds they have after applying modifiers such as buffs and weapon type. If the Unit you are attacking has half the models as an individual Unit, you gain two extra Combat Dice for that specific Unit and if it has a third or less you gain four extra Combat Dice. Only the Unit that outnumbers the other gets a bonus. You must then determine how many Combat Dice each Unit will spend on those attacking it, which can never be less than half for the victim of your Charge (for example, your Unit of Ashigaru Charged your opponent's Ashigaru, but then one of their Samurai Units Charged you. If you have seven total Combat Dice, a minimum of four must be spent on the Ashigaru you Charged, regardless of how bad you want to kill those Samurai). If a solo character is involved in a Combat and there are other Units to attack, you can't spend more than half your Combat Dice on the character.
*** '''Attack Roll''': You roll each Combat Die, which must exceed your Attack stat to be a hit. A result of 0 or 10 (depending on your dice) reduces the opponent's Defense by one for that roll.
*** '''Defense Roll''': For each hit, the player being attacked makes a Defense roll. If they roll lower than their Defense value, the hit is negated.
*** '''Damage Roll''': For each hit that was not canceled by Defense rolls, the attacker rolls a die. If the target's Armor value is lower than the Damage die result then 1 Wound is caused. Rolls of 1 always do nothing. On a 0 or 10, two Wounds are dealt.
** 5) '''Combat Resolution''': Combat Resolution is determined by figuring out two numbers after Combat ends. The first, '''Confrontation Value''', is which player has more Wounds left involved in the fight. The second, '''Damage Difference''', is who managed to inflict more damage in the fight. If a Character is killed, the player who got the kill gets three extra Damage Difference points (this includes when a Character is killed in a Confrontation prior to Combat taking place, whereupon it is added to the end of the first round of Unit to Unit Combat Resolution). Both values are used in determining which, if any, troops begin to Run Away.
** '''Victory''': The player who has a higher Damage Difference.
** '''Draw''': Equal Damage Difference.
** '''Defeat''': The player with a lower Damage Difference. A Unit which suffers this must test whether it Runs Away (see below).

====Running Away====
Running Away is when your troops have their morale broken and start [[Total War|fleeing the battle; a shameful display!]]
Units that are Running Away move in the exact opposite direction from the closest enemy Unit (in the event of multiples being the same distance away, the one with the most Wounds). Cavalry, Large Creatures, and anything with flying move 3d10, all else moves 2d10.
Running Away has multiple causes:
* As a voluntary Reaction to being Charged. This only works on a turn they have not yet Run Away from a Charge that turn, and costs no Action Points. They do a complete 360 turn before they begin to flee.
* If in one round of being shot the Unit takes half its total Wounds in damage (excluding Character Wounds), it must make an Honor test or Run Away.
* If suffering a Defeat in Combat Resolution and the Damage Difference is higher than the Confrontation Value, the Unit must take an Honor test or Run Away. If the Damage Difference is higher than the unmodified value of the Honor of the Unit, it must make an Honor test or Run Away.
* If a Unit runs away from Combat due to failing an Honor roll, the Unit it was engaged with can attempt to Chase by making the same distance roll as if they were Running Away. This costs no Action Points. If they reach the fleeing enemy, they get an immediate free attack. If they reach another enemy Unit instead they count as having made a successful Charge against it, which is resolved next turn. If the Unit is reached, and survives the free attack, it makes another Running Away roll without the second Unit being able to Chase it a second time.
* The Unit that is Running Away makes it through all friendly Units in its way. If it doesn't have enough distance to completely clear a Unit, it reaches the other side and stops 3 centimeters away. Any friendly Unit that a Running Away Unit passes through that does not have a Bushi hero in it must make an Honor roll or also start Running Away. If it passes or has a Bushi, it takes a -1 Honor and Initiative penalty for two turns.
* If a running Unit runs into an enemy Unit, they become locked in Combat. The Unit that was formerly Running Away automatically loses all Initiative and Honor rolls.

====Defeat====
* Any Unit that is attacked successfully from both the Front and Rearguard is automatically destroyed.
* Any Unit that Runs Away and has to stop due to reaching Terrain, but is reached in a Chase by the enemy Unit is automatically destroyed.
* A Unit that leaves the table is automatically destroyed.
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=Army Building=
==Listbuilding Rules==
Every option you can take in the game belongs to a category of what kind of soldier it is. All have an assigned "Koku" number. Koku is a unit used to measure an amount of rice, with rice during time of war being extremely valuable and thus something that can be easily traded for commodities so your available Koku represents you feeding and supplying your force. Functionally, Koku is just a name for the same kind of points values and limits seen in almost any wargame.

Each game takes place at one of seven levels of size, which is decided on by the players in advance. This limits how many of certain things you can take and use by category as well as your Koku available.

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| Level 1 || 500 || 2 || 1 || 1 || 1 || 1 || 1
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| Level 2 || 1000 || 2 || 1 || 2 || 2 || 2 || 2
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| Level 3 || 1500 || 2 || 1 || 2 || 2 || 2 || 2
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| Level 4 || 2000 || 3 || 1 || 3 || 3 || 3 || 2
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| Level 5 || 2500 || 3 || 1 || 3 || 3 || 3 || 3
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| Level 6 || 3000 || 4 || 2 || 4 || 4 || 4 || 4
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| Level 7 || 3500-6000 || 5 || 3 || 4 || 4 || 5 || 5
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* At levels 4 and higher, players are allowed to take a Daimyo.
* Bushi, Ashigaru Daisho, and Special characters have no upwards limit nor are they required, so use them as you see fit. Legendary Creatures are the Level 4 creatures, and can only be used in battles level size 4 and higher. You can mix and match your maximum allowed creatures, for example in a level 5 battle you have a three point maximum sum of Creatures allowed so you could take three Gaki (Level 1+Level 1+Level 1) or a Gaikotsu (Level 3). Battle size also indicates the maximum power of the Onmyouji in it. The highest rank character is always the General, although to prevent situations where that is unclear; you cannot take the same point value twice on the General.

==Traits==
* '''Commandment''': Character grants their Honor bonus to all Units within 15 centimeters, 30 if mounted, as if they were in that Unit.
* '''Heinin''': Cannot regroup unless they are at least 20 centimeters away from any enemy.
* '''Duelist''': The Character, and any other model in their Unit, can make challenges for Confrontations as if they were a Bushi character.
* '''Samurai''': The Honor bonus provided by the Commandment ability of other Characters affects Samurai 10 more centimeters away (25 if the Character is on foot, 40 if mounted).
* '''Projectiles''': Can use ranged weapons. Automatically lose Initiative if Charged.
* '''Loner''': Cannot join Units. Function the same as Harassers, have 3 Action Points, +2 Movement, and enemies shooting at the model have +1 Attack.
* '''Sohei''': Gain +1 to Damage rolls against Undead.
* '''Assassin''': Can make ranged attacks specifically against a Character in a Unit, with a Heavy Cover penalty.
* '''Great Warrior''': Model has 1 more Wound. This Wound does not give extra Attack Dice, but counts towards Combat Resolution. Some models also gain +1 Honor as well.
* '''Legendary''': Model has one extra Attack Die.
* '''Ronin''': If a Unit with a Ronin in it fails an Honor roll to not Run Away, they can reroll it.
* '''Bow Master''': Model has as many Attack Dice for ranged combat as it has maximum Wounds, regardless of how many they have lost.
* '''Hidden''': The model lies in wait in a Unit, appearing as any other model in it, until they get into Combat at which point they reveal themselves to your opponent.
* '''Ninjutsu''': Model has one more Attack Dice, and does not suffer any penalties for ranged combat (including those from the Projectiles Trait).
* '''No Combat''': Models can only engage specific enemies, or other models with the No Combat Trait which are resolved as Confrontations.
* '''Martial Arts''': Scores crits on rolls of 8, 9, or 10 (or 0 depending on the kind of die used) rather than only on a 10 (or 0).
* '''Flying''': Model ignores any Terrain or Units it moves over, and automatically passes when attempting to Charge over and Obstacle.
* '''Fear''': Any Unit in Combat with models with the Fear Trait lose 1 Honor. This is not temporary.
* '''Ethereal''': Model cannot be affected by any projectile or ranged attack.
* '''Terror''': Models that are not Undead lose 3 Honor when in Combat with a Unit with a model with Terror. Heinin must pass an Honor roll to Charge a Terror Unit or the Charge fails.
* '''Small''': Models attempting to shoot Small models have +1 Attack.
* '''Big''': Models attempting to shoot Big models have -1 Attack. All non-Character, non-Big, non-Undead models treat Big models as also having Terror.
* '''Undead''': Undead have +1 Armor. Undead cannot Run Away, and if compelled to do so lose Wounds equal to how many points they lose Combat Resolution by. If the enemy Unit has twice as many models as the Unit the Undead model is in, the Undead model gains two Attack Dice. If outnumbered by triple, the Undead gain three Attack Dice.

==Taisho==
* The Taisho is the General of your army, who is the highest level Bushi character and can issue special Taisho abilities. If you have a Daimyo, they must be the Taisho. You can have multiple Taisho and only at level 7 battles are you required to have more than one. Consider adding them sparingly, since the death of one is a terrible blow to your army.
Commandment Points are awarded based on the level of your highest rank Taisho. Daimyo provide 4, Shirei-Kan provide 3, Hatamoto provide 2, Daisho Samurai provide 1. Daisho Ashigaru cannot be Taisho. Taisho on Hills gain 1 Commandment Point.

If the Taisho dies, all friendly Units within 30 centimeters must take an immediate Honor roll or Run Away. Commandment rolls still occur, but the Taisho's Honor is no longer added. Taisho abilities cannot be used anymore.

All Taisho can use the following abilities:
* '''Forest of Spears''': At the end of the Orders phase, Ashigaru gain the ordinarily Samurai-only "Forest of Spears" ability for one turn using the Ki roll of a character in the Unit or of any character with the Commandment ability within 15 centimeters.
* '''Banzai''': Grants any Unit the Banzai ability, normally only available to the No-dachi Samurai. Rolled with the Taisho's Ki. Can only be successfully used once per battle, although it if fails then you can make another attempt.
* '''Ashigaru's General''': Used in the Orders phase. Removes the Heinin penalty from all Ashigaru so they can regroup even if under 20 centimeters from an enemy, and grants them -1 Attack.
* '''Master In Calligraphy''': If two or more Units are Running Away, the General can immediately attempt to regroup them at the cost of a single Commandment Point.

In addition, each Caste Taisho has access to additional abilities.

==Caste==
Players must also choose which of the four castes they are playing, as each have army-wide benefits.

==='''Kuge'''===
Heinin ranged weapon attacks have -1 Attack.
Kuge Taisho abilities:
* '''Fulfill Your Duty''': Once per game, you have a turn where you can reroll all Honor rolls.
* '''Clandestine Practices''': At the beginning of the game, you can select a Unit of Ninja which enters from ANY edge of the battlefield on the second turn and can immediately take all actions as any other Unit.

==='''Buke'''===
Cavalry have +3 centimeters to whatever kind of Action Movement they are making.
Buke Taisho abilities:
* '''Expert Strategist''': At the start of the battle, after all cards are placed, your opponent reveals all of theirs. You can then swap the positions of two of your cards, although their position remains the same. You can't choose any Units that have been <strike>[[Team Fortress 2|sapped]]</strike> revealed by an enemy Spy.
* '''Bushido Law''': Once per game, for one turn all Units have +2 Honor and +2 Initiative.

==='''Sohei'''===
Heinin have the same bonus as the Kuge give, but applying to melee rather than shooting.
Sohei Taisho abilities:
* '''The Wheel Of Dharma''': Sohei Taisho deaths don't cause any Running Away tests, Units can continue regrouping and using his Honor as if he was still alive.
* '''Divine Wind''': Once per battle, all Units have +3 to their Charge roll.

==='''Otokodate'''===
All Samurai models gain the Ronin special ability and one more point of Honor (HR).
Otokodate Taisho abilities:
* '''Buying The Enemy''': One of the enemy Units loses one Action Point, and cannot make an Attack of Opportunity.
* '''Hate To Samurai''': One of your Units which isn't a Samurai or Ronin can reroll failed dice when attacking Samurai models for one turn.

==Magic==
Players who choose to use magic must first select their alignment from Infernal, Celestial, Earthly, and Death, then which of the two disciplines available to each they will use. If you field multiple Onmyouiji, you must use the same choice for both. Magic cannot be used without an Onmyouiji.
Onmyouiji maximum strength available determined by the size of the battle. Even if you can afford the Koku, you can't bring too elite an Onmyouiji to a smaller battle.

Shikigami, the two models that come with each Onmyouiji, are extensions of the Onmyouiji. They are purchased with Koku and share the limit on maximum levels for Creatures and Onmyouiji you can field, but give you a special model with nifty abilities that can cast spells like the Onmyouiji and have a better stat/cost ratio than most Creatures. They operate independently of the Onmyouiji, and can go fuck off and do whatever on the battlefield. If the Shikigami dies, the Onmyouiji takes an immediate Wound, if the Onmyouiji dies their Shikigami immediately die as well.
If a Shikigami casts a spell, the Onmyouiji loses one Action Point and the spells they themselves cast for the next turn have a penalty of -1 Ki. Shikigami can't cast spells higher level than themselves and can't cast spells with variable durations, but otherwise cast by themselves the same as their master would (but using their own stats), allowing you to gain a whole extra set of spellcasting attempts.

==Gear==
===Melee Weapons===
* '''Tillage''':
No bonuses or penalties.
* '''Yari''':
** '''Infantry With Yari''': +3 Initiative, -1 Attack for one turn if Charged, only against one Unit per turn.
** '''Cavalry With Yari''': -1 Armor to Infantry targets. If Charging Cavalry, gain +1 Initiative and cause -1 to Armor of targets.
* '''Onagamaki''':
Causes -1 Armor to the target.
* '''Jumonji Yari''':
Has the stats of a Yari.
Causes a critical hit on 9-10.
* '''Ono (Axe)''':
Causes a critical hit on 9-10.
* '''Naginata''':
Causes -1 Defense to target.
* '''Omi Yari''':
+1 Initiative.
Causes a critical hit on 8-10.
* '''Katana''':
-1 Attack.
Cannot have stat penalties or bonuses when attacking enemies in buildings.
* '''Jingama''':
Causes -1 Defense to Cavalry, and negates mounted bonuses.
* '''Bo''':
+3 Initiative.
* '''Shinobi Gatana''':
Causes -2 to Defense of target.
* '''Mitsu Dogu (Sodegamari, Sasumata, Tsukobo)''':
Causes -2 Initiative to target.
* '''Saber''':
Causes a critical hit on 9-10.
* '''Kanabo-Tetsubo''':
Caused -1 Armor to target.
* '''Wakizashi''':
-1 Attack when fighting inside a building.
* '''Claws and Jaws''':
No bonuses or penalties apply to attacks.
* '''No-Dachi''':
-1 Attack.
Causes a critical hit on 9-10.
* '''Kusarigama''':
Causes -1 Defense to target.
* '''Hata-Jirushi''':
A Battle Standard. Grants +1 Honor to Unit, costs 1 Koku per Unit to equip. The death of the Hata-Jirushi bearer gives your opponent 5 extra points of Koku in game types that use points to determine victory, so bear in mind that a morale booster can work against you.
* '''Kiseru'''
A weapon used only by Kabukimono. Grants +1 Initiative in battle, +2 Ki in Confrontations.
* '''Tessen''':
A fan. Can be used to send signals, as a symbol of office, or to fan yourself with. Women and dandy guys (not in space) can use them to show modesty.
Having a Character equipped with a Tessen means they can't attack.

===Ranged Weapons===
Ranged weapons have a short range distance that provides -1 Attack, a medium range that is unmodified, and a long range with a -1 Attack penalty. Most ranged weapons reduce the Defense of their targets permanently.
* '''Bow'''
Short range up to 20 centimeters. Medium range 21-40.
Long range 41-60.
Causes -1 Defense to target.
* '''Ozutsu''':
Short range up to 20 centimeters.
Medium range 21-40.
No long range.
Can attack buildings.
Each model provides one additional ranged Attack Dice.
Causes a 50% Defense penalty to target.
Causes a critical hit on 7-10.
* '''Shuriken''':
Short range up to 20 centimeters.
No medium or long range.
Can only make 1 shot per turn.
Causes -1 Defense to target.
* '''Sling (Ishitsubute)''':
Short range up to 20 centimeters.
Medium range 21-35.
Long range 36-70.
Cavalry that take Sling damage must make a Ki test to not have their Movement in Movement and Charge cut by half for one turn. Infantry that take Sling damage suffer -1 Initiative for one turn.
* '''Teppo''':
Short range up to 25 centimeters.
Medium range 26-45.
No long range.
Causes a 50% Defense penalty to target
* '''Blowpipe''':
Short range up to 30 centimeters.
No medium or long range.
Causes a critical hit on 9-10.
* '''Firethrower''':
Short range up to 20 centimeters.
Medium range 21-40.
Long range 41-70.
Causes -2 Defense to target.
Causes a critical hit on 8-10.
Can attack buildings.
* '''Igneous Attack''':
Short range up to 15 centimeters.
Medium range 16-30.
Can be used on Units in ranged or close combat.
Causes -1 Defense to target.
===Armor===
* '''No Armor''':
1 Armor Point.
* '''Light Armor (Hara-Ate)''':
2 Armor Points.
* '''Average Armor (Haramaki-Do)''':
3 Armor Points.
* '''Heavy Armor (O-Yoroi)''':
4 Armor Points
* '''Legendary Armor''':
4 Armor Points, 5 against ranged attacks.
* '''Mounted''':
+1 Armor Point.

=Tactics=

==Game Types==
Kensei battles can be played in multiple scenarios for victory, and both players do not need to have the same victory conditions. For competitive games, it is advised players choose three possible victory conditions for their opponent to select one from as their necessity for victory, then do the same in reverse. It is possible in this way for both players to win, or both to lose.
Otherwise, picking what seems fun or fulfills a narrative is the way to go.

* '''Pitched Battle''': At the end of six turns, the player who has defeated more Koku worth of models wins.

* '''Assassination''': The player who eliminates the enemy General wins.

* '''Head Hunt''': Similar to Pitched Battle in that players have six turns to kill as many models as possible, although rather than Koku cost the following points are awarded: Bushi Heroes/Taisho 9 points, Clan Hero 7 points, Busho 5 points, Daisho Samurai 3 points, Daisho Ashigaru 2 points. Special Characters 6 points. Spiritual Characters 7 points. Immediate victory for eliminating all Characters. Infantry=1 point, Cavalry=2 points, Lone Models=3 points. Creatures=their Wounds in points.

* '''Territorial Control''': At the end of the fifth turn, the play area is divided into four portions. The player with more Koku worth of models in that quadrant counts as controlling that quadrant, the player who controls more wins.

* '''Building Control''': The player who controls more buildings at the end of the game, wins the game. Castle=4 points. Temple=4 points. Tori=2 points. House=2 points. Cemetery=2 points.

* '''Command Post''': Both players have an area designated as their camp. The Taisho and their Unit remain there. The player who gains control of the other camp wins.

* '''Sacred Objects''': Both players gain two pieces of scenery each, to place on their side of the map as they choose. When a Unit gains control of the special scenery, they gain control of it and by destroying the Unit the object is destroyed as well. The player who controls more scenery wins.

==Model Analysis==

===Basic Units===
* '''Yari Ashigaru'''
Your basic Infantry model, Heinin with Light Armor and a Yari which grants +3 Initiative and a bonus of -1 Attack for the first turn against a Charged Unit.

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With their horrible attacking power and morale they won't be able to do jack shit and are also going to need a Character to maintain order in their ranks.

At only 14 Koku each model and with a minimum Unit size of 5 they can make effective screens for your troops. Their weak durability makes them ineffective as a long-term [[Tarpit]], but they function well in groups of 5 or 10 as Redirectors (small Units of models that sit on the flanks of large Units to protect them).
For a Tarpit you'll probably want Heishi unless the other player is aggressive enough that you need the Charge buff.

* '''Heishi'''
Heinin with Light Armor and an Onagamaki, which causes a -1 Armor debuff to whatever they hit.

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Their weapon makes them better at the Anvil role, although as Redirectors you will want the Yari Ashigaru instead for the Attack buff when Charged.
The job of Heishi is to soften up something you want to wipe out with something else.
When fighting them, avoid sending in your more elite models which need their Armor to survive long enough to justify their point cost.

* '''Yumi Ashigaru'''
Your basic ranged models. Heinin with the Projectiles Trait. Equipped with Light Armor, a Bow, and a Wakizashi which grants them -1 Attack inside a Building.

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The Bow debuff makes any Unit you can pelt with enough arrows is in for a rough night when they make contact with your melee models. When in doubt, when without enough Koku to take your caste's better ranged option, [[Fail|Bow it up]].

* '''Katana Samurai'''
Samurai with Medium Armor, equipped with Katana.

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Samurai Trait will make them stand up straight and man up when a model with Commandment is nearby, and the Katana reduces their Attack by 1 as well as negates all other bonuses or penalties to their Attack.
Your cheap basic Samurai models and basis of comparison.
They're a cheap killy option, but they don't have the numbers of Yari or the debuff potential of Heishi. They'll last longer and stick in the fight even beyond that so if you have Morale issues they'll be your preferred option, but otherwise you're going to need to balance them with your other expensive killers.

* '''Yumi Samurai'''
Samurai with the Projectiles Trait, equipped with Medium Armor, a Bow, and a Katana.

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At almost twice the cost of their Ashigaru equivalent, they're situational on value. They carry the Katana as well, meaning you're paying five points to have Katana Samurai who fulfills the role of Yumi Ashigaru when not in melee. If you play very aggressively and need adaptability or prefer a "Come At Me Bro" playstyle where you want to plant yourself somewhere and wait for the enemy to come to you, Yumi Samurai are very worthwhile. But if you favor a cautious approach where you have plenty of support and don't expect your Yumi to get into melee, they're far too overcosted.
Yumi Samurai do have a neat advantage over their Bowless kin where if they cause an enemy Unit to Run Away they can make Chase like normal, then the next turn can just fire into the fleeing enemy.

* '''Kiba Musha'''
Cavalry Samurai with Medium Armor and a Katana.

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Your basic Cavalry. Their low Koku cost allows you to get a simple 100 point Cavalry Unit onto the field (the extra point being the Hata-Jirushi).

* '''Yari Kiba Musha'''
Cavalry Harasser Samurai equipped with Light Armor and a Yari, which causes -1 to the Armor of any Infantry in Combat with you and -1 to the Armor of any model type, plus a +1 Initiative when you Charge. Cannot take Hata-Jirushi.

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The addition of a Yari for a single point is a fairly worthwhile expenditure compared to ordinary Kiba Musha, and more importantly they are Harassers meaning you have MUCH more liberal rules in regards to formation and movement. That being said, if you actually plan on engaging enemies head-on with your Cavalry the worse Armor of the Yari Kiba Musha makes them still your second choice for the general Anvil role.

If you plan on seriously out-maneuvering your opponent and getting flank Charges constantly, take Yari Kiba Musha. If you think your Cavalry may have to be jousting with other Cavalry or if you need something with more staying power, take ordinary Kiba Musha.
If you want to go full Cavalry, take both.

* '''Ishitsubute Ashigaru'''
Harasser Heinin with Light Armor and a Sling which causes -1 Initiative to Infantry it hits for a single turn, and causes a Ki test against Cavalry it hits to reduce their movement by half for a turn.

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Compared to Yumi Ashigaru, look to the weapon difference. The Bow of Yumi deals the same damage but gives a -1 Defense debuff that lasts all game. The Sling of the Ishitsubute causes temporary debuffs. The Medium range of the Sling is five points shorter, the long range ten points longer.

Chances are you want to hit the Infantry at shorter range, when your models will be engaging them. Cavalry will be best to aim for at long range when reducing their speed will hurt them the most.
The anti-Cavalry role is where the Ishitsubute shine. Crippling their movement not only gives you more time to get into position, but can put you in the position to Charge them with your own to have the advantage.

Still, for one point more you're losing out on an extremely useful effect since the Ishitsubute debuffs are less useful as the game goes on.
If you plan to take them, just take groups of 5. Taking more gives you a better chance to hit something and cause the debuff, but you should probably just take another Unit for a second target or more Yumi instead.

* '''No Bushi'''
Harasser Projectile Samurai equipped with Light Armor, a Bow, and a Katana.

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Having Harasser is great, and has no drawbacks. Compared to Yumi Samurai, you're paying an extra point for Harasser which will pay off if you need to traverse difficult terrain quickly and have easier movement. Not necessary, but not a bad thing to have.

* '''Kuro'''
Heinin equipped with Tillage and nothing else.

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These SUCK. So why take them? Only 5 Koku each!
If you can keep them from running (taking a Hata-Jirushi (unless playing a points game) and putting some kind of Character in is mandatory) then you have a fantastic Tarpit!
Not to mention you can swarm foes in small Units, automatically destroying enemies that should tear through them like tissue paper.

* '''Onna Komasu'''
Samurai with Light Armor, equipped with a Bo.

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That +3 Initiative the Bo gives them makes them among the fastest non-Character models in melee possible to field.
They have the same basic stats as Katana Samurai, although the downside is the lower Armor and inability to take a Hata-Jirushi. That being said, they only cost 19 Koku putting them just slightly above the Ashigaru range for something that's got a better statline, making Kensei [[Sisters of Battle|one of the few games to reward you for playing Nuns]].

===Basic Heroes===
====Bushi====
* '''Daimyo'''
Your Daimyo's stats differ based on your caste.
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All Daimyo cost 115 Koku, and can be Mounted as Cavalry for 35 more Koku. All come standard with a Katana and a choice of Yari or Naginata as their second weapon for free. They can be also given a Bow for 15 Koku or any caste other than Buke can take a Teppo for 20 Koku.
All Daimyo have a Legendary O-Yoroi for Armor.
Daimyo are automatically a Taisho. Daimyo get 2 generic Taisho abilities and one of the caste-specific ones.
Taking a Daimyo is great if you can to get the maximum possible Taisho abilities not to mention their impressive statline, but DO NOT LET HIM BE KILLED if playing a points game. You WILL lose.

Daimyo have the Commandment Trait.

* '''Shirei-Kan'''
Also called "Clan Hero" sometimes in the rules. Once again, their stats differ by caste.

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Shirei-Kan cost 96 Koku, and can be Cavalry for 30 more. They have the same weapon options as a Daimyo, but their Bow is only 12 Koku and their Teppo (still not allowed for Buke) is 18.
They get one generic Taisho ability and one caste Taisho ability.
They also have the Commandment Trait.

The main role of a Shirei-Kan is as Taisho. They're pretty expensive, so if you need another Bushi with Commandment you will probably want to skip the Shirei-Kan.

* '''Busho Hatamoto'''
The lowest rank Taisho possibility.
Once again, caste-specific stats.

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The Busho Hatamoto costs 82 Koku, 20 more to ride a horsie. Same weapons options as the Shirei-Kan for the same Koku values, but with the extra option for Otokodate Busho Hatamoto to use an Ozutsu for 22 Koku. Equipped with an O-Yoroi.

Only gets only one ability from either generic or caste Taisho abilities.

* '''Samurai Daisho'''
The cheapest Commandment Character available. Chances are good that if you just need a cheap officer to grant a bonus to Honor and inspire Samurai models, the Samurai Daisho is where to go.

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They cost 12 more Koku for a horse. Same weapon options as Busho Hatamoto but 10 Koku for a Yumi, 15 for a Teppo (not for Buke), 20 for an Ozutsu (Otokodate only). They have Medium Armor.

* '''Ashigaru Daisho'''
Identical stats to the Samurai Daisho, except with one point higher Attack (which is bad) and only Light Armor. Costs 75 Koku. Can't take a horse. Same weapons as a Samurai Daisho, but 10 Koku each for Bow and Teppo (still not allowed for Buke), and 20 for the Ozutsu (still Otokodate only).

====Special====
* '''Kensei'''
[[Meme|Roll credits.]]

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Holy fucking shit, Kensei are beasts. On top of all that, they have Legendary, meaning they get one extra Combat Dice.

They Loner meaning they cannot join a Unit and must be fielded by themselves only.
They come with Light Armor and a Katana.

The fact they have the Duelist Trait as well means not only can they tear apart a Unit like a protagonist in a Samurai movie but they can also engage a Character in a duel; something they'll usually win.
Think all that is amazing? They have special abilities on top of all that.
** A Clean Cut: Combat Ability, reduces an enemy's Armor by 2.
** My Sword Is My Armor: Combat Ability, increases the Kensei's Armor by 2.
** The Path Is Void: Combat Ability, reduces an enemy's Defense by 1.
** Stopping Arrows: Action Ability, increase Defense by 1 against ranged attacks.

What. A. Beast.

* '''Geisha'''
Geishas have the No Combat Trait, and even if they could attack their stats are abysmal.

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They have no Armor, and carry a Tessen. They have the Hidden Trait, so you use a generic model in their Unit to represent them until your opponent becomes aware of them.
** Inspire: Free ability, once revealed she can make a Ki roll which if passed lets her give her Unit a reroll on any failed attribute roll. This can only be done once per turn, and disallows Distract and Assassin that turn.
** Distract: Free Ability, once revealed she can make a Ki roll and if successful target a Unit within 30 centimeters to increase the difficulty of an ability of theirs by 3 points.
** Assassin: Combat Ability, as a Special Attack she makes a Ki roll against another Character. If she succeeds she rolls 4 Damage Dice to deal Wounds. If none of them hit, she takes 1 Wound.

Geisha are multi-role buffers, debuffers, and Character killers obviously. They're a good choice for enhancing a point-sink Unit even further, and their ability to kill Characters regardless of their non-Ki stats without a chance for them to avoid it means that you can even kill an enemy Taisho very quickly.

* '''Spy'''
Another multi-role Character.

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They don't have Armor, but do have a Katana.

They have the Duelist and Hidden Traits.
** Yutei: Before the game begins, as the opponent places their Units you can make a Ki roll for the Spy. If successful, you get to see what is in the Unit, including any Hidden Characters. You can do this three times for each Spy.
** Metsuke: Combat Ability, when attacking a Unit with Ninja, the Metsuke has double Combat Dice and +3 Initiative.
** Kaiden: Action Ability: Reveals all Hidden Characters within 30 centimeters.
** Capturing Geisha: When fighting a Unit with a Geisha, the Spy can make an Honor roll against her. If he wins, she is removed as if a casualty.

Needless to say, having a Spy around can be quite handy both for recon and for defending yourself, especially against Kuge players.

* '''Weapon Master'''
Similar stats to the Spy, although with one more point of Wounds, 5 Honor and 7 Initiative.
Light Armor, Katana, and the Duelist Trait. Koku cost is 111.
** Is With Us: Grants his Unit +1 Defense and +2 Initiative.
** Clever: Combat Ability, for one turn lose 1 Defense to reduce Attack by 3 and gain +1 Initiative and Ki.
** High Guard: Combat Ability, increase Defense by 1 point for a turn.
** Step Back: Combat Ability, cause Crits on a 9+.
Weapons Masters are raw combat Characters, focused on buffing their Unit and being devastating by gaining the best possible Attack value. If you want a killer pure and simple, take a Weapons Master and stick them anywhere you think they'll get into a fight.

* '''Kabukimono'''
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Duelists and Loners who wear Light Armor and come with a Katana and a Kiseru.

** Sadic and Braggart: Combat Ability, increase enemy Attack by 1.
** Drunkard: Combat Ability, cancel a Wound at the cost of +1 Attack and -1 Defense.
** Use The Kiseru: Action Ability, use the Kiseru rather than the Katana for attacks.

* '''Kagemusha'''
A complete body double for any Character you want, having all of their stats and abilities other than Wounds, which is just 1.

They are a Samurai Trait Character with a Katana, Yari, Naginata, and for 10 points a Bow.
They have the same Armor and Koku cost as what they are doubling as.

You begin the game with the Character that the Kagemusha is pretending to be Hidden in a Unit, while the Kagemusha uses their model and pretends to be them.

When the ruse is revealed (by the Hidden Character entering combat most likely), you replace the model your other Character was pretending to be with what it really is. Unless killed, the Kagemusha remains.

While a Kagemusha can be anything, the only viable use is being a duplicate Taisho since otherwise you're paying top Koku for the same model but only one Wound.

* '''Kyudo Hanshi Judan'''
A Projectiles, Mastery In Archery, Loner Trait Character. No Armor, equipped with a Wakizashi and a Bow.

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** Incendiary Arrows: Action Ability, attacks can be made against Constructions and have +2 on damage rolls.
** War Arrows: Attacks made by the Kyudo Hanshi Judan reduce enemy Armor by 2.
** Kuboraya Arrows: Action Ability, attacks Crit on 9+ and reduce target Honor by 1 for one turn.
** Firing On The Move: Action Ability, suffer no modifiers to Attack for moving.
** Critical Shot: Action Ability, Crit on 8+.
** Running Away And Shooting: Action Ability, react to a Charge by Running Away and shooting with a penalty of +2 Attack.

The Kyudo Hanshi Judan is the Kensei of ranged combat, and it shows. Take them to cripple advancing troops, or to sow fear into their ranks. Their mobility will let you adapt better to the battlefield than a Unit of Yumi can.

* '''Shinobi/Kunoichi'''
A solo Ninja. Have the Projectiles, Loner, Assassin, and Ninjutsu Traits.
Wear Light Armor. Equipped with a Shinobi Gatana, Kusarigama, Shuriken, and a Blowpipe.
Generally you'll want to favor the Shinobi Gatana for its -2 to Defense of target, the Blowpipe to attack from 20 centimeters to 30 centimeters as well as against weakened targets due to its longer range and 9+ Crit, and the Shuriken once per turn against a foe who still has Defense left if possible (under 20 centimeters away) for its extra -1 Defense debuff.

When choosing, you must first decide if you are fielding a male of female. Females can replace any of the stock abilities with Seduction.
You must then choose what kind of specialist they are.
** Mitsumono: Identity specialist, loses Loner and can be fielded within a Unit if you want although no Honor or Initiative bonus is given. Is represented by any model you like, so as far as your opponent knows it could be anything from Taisho to Kappa. Counts as a Bushi, and cannot be in the same Unit as another Bushi. If the Ninja leaves the Unit, they can't join another.
** Kamari: Surprise attack specialist. Deploys like a Ninja, but if an enemy occupies the same terrain as it then you can choose whether or not to reveal it, rather than being forced to.
** Denuki: Infiltration specialist. During your Taisho Order Phase, shuffle your opponent's Unit cards and pick one at random. The Ninja paralyzes the Unit for a turn, and appears in base contact with them.

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** Rappa: Action Ability, all Units within 20 centimeters make a Ki roll against the Ninja. Any model with Commandment within 15 centimeters of a Unit can lend their Ki. Any Units that fail must pass an Honor roll or Run Away.
** Vanishing: Combat Ability, move 2D10 centimeters away from the Unit the Ninja is in combat with, no Chase reaction is allowed. If they fail the Ki test, they suffer -4 Initiative.
** Incendiary Bomb: Action Ability, for 2 Action Points make an Attack roll. It deals 3 Damage Dice to the enemy, unless the Attack roll result is a 1 or 2 in which cause the Ninja takes the Damage Dice instead.
** Seduction: Kunoichi who replaced another ability can take this. The Kunoichi makes a Ki roll against any model within 20 centimeters. If it fails, it moves towards her (leaving its Unit) until it is in combat with her, Confrontation if alone or regular combat if she is a Mitsumono in a Unit.

Shinobi are designed to fuck up an opponent's plans, pure and simple. Use Kamari and Denuki in offensive games to set up your maneuvers how you like, use Mitsumono and the others in defensive games.
Denuki can kill any Characters in a Unit using Assassinate without facing a huge group of men. Mitsumono can likewise give a Unit with a Character engaging one of your own a nasty surprise.
Kunoichi in a Unit can leave your opponent absolutely fuming.

===Kuge===
Kuge rely on heavy troops that are designed to support Ashigaru, plus using Ninja to disrupt the enemy. You're better than anyone else from the front, and have insurance sneaking around behind and from the sides.

====Special====
* '''Onna-Bushi'''
Equipped with Medium Armor, Samurai Trait, armed with Naginata.

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** Warrior Women: All friendly Units within 20 centimeters have +1 Honor.
** Cherry Tree Flowers: Combat Ability. Every slain Onna-Bushi causes a Damage roll against the Armor of the enemy Unit that killed her.

Onna-Bushi are a five-star Unit that will chip away at enemy Defense, deal a fair amount of Wounds, and even dying can make themselves useful. Their passive ability will make it much less risky to invest yourself in Heinin.
Compared to Katana Samurai, you're paying five more points for a two point increase in Initiative, the ability to debuff enemies you attack, improving morale in a bubble, and having a last chance to strike an enemy as you die. The only thing you lose is the Katana ability to disregard debuffs while attacking.
Most Kuge lists will want at least a 10-15 strong Unit of Onna-Bushi as a result.

* '''Teppotai (Teppo Ashigaru)'''
Projectile Heinin, armed with a Teppo and a Wakizashi plus Light Armor.

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** Wall of Stakes: Action Ability costing 1 Action Point, Teppotai put up a terrain fence of sharpened stakes in front of them. It provides Light Cover against other ranged attacks, Heavy Cover in melee, and entirely prevents Cavalry from attacking them head-on.
** Alternated Shot: Action Ability that costs 1 Action Point (you still have to spend Action Points on shooting and reloading as well however), gain an additional two Attack Dice for the Unit.

Teppotai are very powerful, but are more inclined towards defensive play where they can be stationary. They do well in multiple Units of 5 or 10. Remember that they are still Heinin, and need protection for morale. They are invaluable at eliminating super durable models and delaying Cavalry.

* '''Kuge Great Guard'''
Heavy Armor, Samurai Trait, and equipped with Omi Yari which give +1 Initiative.

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** Terrific Appearance: Causes -1 Honor to Units trying to attack the Kuge Great Guard, which is factored into Combat Resolution as well.
** Knocking Down Enemies: Combat Ability, causes -1 Defense to enemies Kuge Great Guard is engaged with.

The Great Guard are amazing examples of Samurai, and turn the Kuge weaknesses (reliance on squishy Heinin) against the foe by being better armored and diminishing their enemy's staying power.

* '''Onna Kiba Musha'''
A 3-10 Unit size Cavalry with Medium Armor, the Samurai Trait, and Naginata.

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** Warrior Women: All friendly Units within 20 centimeters have +1 Honor.
** Cherry Tree Flowers: Combat Ability. Every slain Onna Kiba Musha causes a Damage roll against the Armor of the enemy Unit that killed her.

As you would expect, mounted Onna-Bushi. Compared to Kiba Musha, Onna Kiba Musha cost 4 more Koku, have one point better Attack, one point worse Honor, one point higher Initiative, lose the dubuff-proof Katana but gain an enemy-debuffing Naginata, inspire morale on your forces and get to make a last attempt at damage on death.

Not as superior as Onna-Bushi are to Katana Samurai, but still worth considering. Your Cavalry is less likely to be near the Heinin so the morale boost is reduced in importance too, unless trying to use Yari Ashigaru as an Anvil so your Onna Kiba Musha can circle around and destroy the enemy Unit from behind.

====Elite====

* '''Ninjas''''
Ninjutsu, Loners, Projectiles, Harassers. Light Armor, Shinobi Gatana and Shuriken. No Hata-Jirushi option.
Unit size of 3-10.

Ninja have special deployment, after all other models are placed (other than other Ninja) in a terrain piece that isn't in Line of Sight of enemy models and isn't in their deployment zone. You don't place anything on the field, just write down on their card where they are. When you decide to move them, you then show the other player their card and take their turn. Otherwise, the first enemy Unit within 5 centimeters of them suffers a surprise attack as the Ninja make a successful Charge.

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** Trained Assassin: Combat Ability, can gamble half your Combat Dice in a Ki test. If passed, you can allocate those Combat Dice to a Character in the Unit. If failed, you lose the dice.
** Vanishing: Action Ability, in the Orders and Actions Phase the Ninja make a Ki test. If passed, they make a free Movement away from the Unit they are engaged with, with the enemy not being allowed to Chase. If they fail, they suffer -4 Initiative for a turn.

Ninja are very useful, and can be used in a number of ways such as setting up to ambush from behind and eliminate a whole Unit, to deny enemies access to an important terrain like a Graveyard or Construction, or to slow an enemy that you REALLY don't want to engage yet. The Clandestine Practices Taisho ability can force an enemy to choose between halting their advance or losing their ranged support.

* '''Yabusame'''
Samurai Projectile Harasser Cavalry wearing no Armor, bearing Bows and Katanas. They cannot take a Hata-Jirushi.
Unit size 3-10.

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** Firing On The Move: No modifiers to your Attack due to Movement.
** Critical Shot: Action Ability, Crit on 8+.
** Running Away And Shooting: Action Ability, react to a Charge by Running Away and shooting with a penalty of +2 Attack.

Basically a Unit of mounted Kyudo Hanshi Judan, they can't survive melee so they need to stay out of range for Charges while circling foes. The fact they are Harassers means you don't need to waste time reforming to make sharp turns or reverse direction, which is a great help. Beware Ishitsubute Ashigaru.

===Buke===
Buke bring the pain with heavy models, a greatly expanded version of what the core options, and independence. An army that focuses on standard tactics and excels at it.

====Special====

* '''No-dachi Samurai'''
Medium Armor Samurai with No-dachi, which provides -1 Attack and Crits on 9+.
Unit size 5-15.

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** Fight For The Emperor: No-dachi Samurai have one reroll on an Honor roll per turn.
** Banzai: Action Ability, a Charge that has a 2d10 distance rather than the usual single d10.

No-dachi Samurai are very point-expensive models with a lot of perks. They're very killy, durable, and don't need babysitting thanks to their high Honor and the reroll. Their Charge length is an amazing bonus, but don't go overboard. You have to invest quite a bit of Koku into a single Unit. If you take them, you're planning on being a steamroller. Careful not to get too far away from your other models, despite their durability you'll drop to getting double-teamed just like everyone else.

* '''Yari Samurai'''
Medium Armored Samurai equipped with Yari.
Unit size 5-15.

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** Protect The Lord: The Forest of Spears ability prevents Characters from being challenged to Confrontations for a turn.
** Forest of Spears: Action Ability, used as a reaction to a Charge or activated as any other Action. Cancels the Charge bonus of the enemy and gives +1 Defense.

Defensive Samurai. Take these with your Taisho, or to protect any character you'll want eliminating the redshirts without worry from Duelists. Keep in mind they can't protect characters from Assassins.

* '''Ji Samurai'''
Light Armored Samurai Harassers with Jingama, which cause -1 to the Defense of Cavalry and negate their mounted bonuses (including their 2 points of Armor). Cannot take Hata-Jirushi.
Unit size 3-10.

(Ji)
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Every Ji Samurai you field also gives you a free Dog model, which have their own Unit. Dogs cannot be more than 60 centimeters away from their Ji Samurai and take their Orders immediately after the Ji Samurai.

** Warn The Dogs: Action Ability, gives the Dogs an Attack of Opportunity without costing any Commandment Points or your Actions Of Opportunity limit.

(Dogs)
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** Chase: Dogs move and Charge as Harasser Cavalry, and otherwise behave as Harasser Infantry.

Altogether, you're paying into a lot of Koku for decent anti-Cavalry models and some nifty ambushers that can lie in wait and pin down something when it turns a corner of a Wall. Remember that attacking something from the other side of a Unit that the Dogs are ripping at will destroy it just like anything else.
An interesting choice, but be sure you have a plan to use them. They're not entirely useless in small numbers, making a decent speedbump in the path of Cavalry.

* '''O-Ban'''
Heavy Armored Cavalry Samurai armed with Jumonji Yari which cause a Crit on 9+.
Unit size 3-10.

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** Intimidate: Combat Ability, causes -1 Honor and -1 Initiative to target Unit.
** Crush With The Horses: Combat Ability, with each Attack made an additional Combat Dice is rolled as if made by an Attack 8 using Claws (no bonuses or penalties to this Attack).

The heaviest Cavalry in the game, and they cost as such. You're not going to be fielding these in big numbers outside of large games. Proper use of Intimidate at the right time can be almost as useful as their combat potential.

====Elite====

* '''Kengo'''
Legendary Harasser Duelist Loner Samurai equipped with Light Armor and a Katana. Cannot take Hata-Jirushi.
Unit size 1-3.

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| 4 || 6 || 3 || 5 || 6 || 5 || 62
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** No Thinking: Every Attack reduces enemy Defense by 1.
** Two Swords: Combat Ability, increase Defense by 1 in Combat or Confrontations.
** I Dare You: Combat Ability, improves his Attack to 3 in Confrontations.

Kengo are a gamble option. Cost a fuckload of Koku, and their main use is to throw at a Unit and focus on getting them into a Confrontation to quickly eliminate any Characters in the other Unit. If they eliminate the enemy Taisho, then they've probably paid for themselves and will die. If they wipe out other Duelists who could kill YOUR Taisho, they've probably paid for themselves and will die. If you can put them against a Bushi Character who's purpose was to boost the morale of a Unit, they may be able to deal enough damage to that Unit to cause it to Run Away afterwards.

* '''Yumi Kiba Musha'''
Samurai Cavalry Projectile Harassers equipped with Medium Armor, a Bow, and a Katana. They can't use Hata-Jirushi.
Unit size 3-10.

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** Pulling Out: Yumi Kiba Musha don't suffer penalties for the Projectile Trait due to Charges.
** Kuboraya Arrows: Action Ability, attacks Crit on 9+ and reduce target Honor by 1 for one turn.

Mounted ranged support, and actually crunch to be more effective than Yumi Ashigaru so there's that, and as a bonus they aren't Heinen scum so in the rare chance they'll get bogged down you don't have to worry about them making a break for it.

===Sohei===
Every non-core model Sohei can field has the Sohei ability, giving you an advantage over players using Death Creatures, and the entire Undead army.
Sohei strategy is based on superior options that can crush plenty of weaker enemies and demoralize/debuff the elite. They are a balanced faction, effective against all enemy types but without hard counters to anything.

====Special====

* '''Naginata Sohei'''
Sohei Infantry, equipped with Medium Armor and a Naginata.
Unit size 5-15.

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** Battle Cry: Action Ability, used as a Countermand or reaction to being Charged. Make a Ki roll against the Charging Unit, if you succeed you may reduce the Charge distance by d10.
** 'Till The End: For one turn per game, automatically pass all Honor checks.

Naginata Sohei give you an effective [[Tarpit]] as between their increased durability, ability to possibly end a Charge against them, their unlikelihood of fleeing, and the Defense reduction their weapons afford them you end up with a master tactician's wet dream.

* '''Ama Kihei'''

Sohei Harasser Cavalry, equipped with Light Armor and a Naginata.
Unit size 3-10.

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** Overwhelming Beauty: Combat Ability, increase the Attack of enemy Units attacking them by 1 point, and each must succeed a Ki roll or they cannot make any Actions for a turn.
** Death Chant: Action Ability, for one Action Point every enemy Unit within 20 centimeters must make a Ki roll against this Unit. If they fail, their Honor and Initiative are reduced by 1 point.

Ama Kihei take the Harasser role far more literally than the others in the category. While they aren't bad for their cost, shutting down a Unit for a turn and continually weakening every enemy in a large bubble around them is beyond useful. No strategy is not improved by these ladies' effects. Be warned, they're going to be the focus of shooting right off the bat.

* '''Mitsu Dogu Sohei'''

Sohei Infantry, equipped with Mitsu Dogu and Light Armor.
Unit size 5-15.

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** Combined Attack: Action Ability, grants 2 Combat Dice for every four models involved in the combat. Note that this is yours and those of your enemy.
** Martial Arts: Combat Ability, gain the Martial Arts Trait for a turn.

To get the most out of these models, you obviously want as many as possible in the Unit. Due to the Initiative penalty their weapon gives their opponent they will be less effective against things that are slow already.
You'll want to use Martial Arts along with their bonus Combat Dice to get in as many crits as possible.
Not an amazing option overall, but they are conditionally amazing against horde armies and small elite armies alike.

* '''Yumi Sohei'''

Sohei Projectiles Infantry, equipped with Medium Armor, a Yumi, and a Wakizashi.
Unit size 5-15.

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** Incendiary Arrows: Action Ability, attacks can be made against Constructions and deal a Crit on 8-10.
** Soya War Arrows: Action Ability, cause -2 Armor to hit enemies.

Very powerful Archers. Not much more to be said except that they're worth their cost.

====Elite====

* '''Ikame Bo (Terrific Bonzo)'''

Infantry, Sohei, Great Warrior (+1 Honor), Harasser, Loners. Equipped with Kanabo-Tetsubo and Medium Armor.
Unit Size 1-4, cannot take Hata-Jirushi.

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** Revolving Hit: Combat Ability, when Charging they gain 1 more Combat Dice for every model in the enemy Unit.
** Remain Steadfast: Action Ability, used when Charged. Make a Ki roll against the opponent, if successful they lose all bonuses from Charging.

A subversion on the usual Tarpit concept, being a somewhat expensive model type that has flexible movement, is fairly durable with decent damage output, and is good both on attack and defense.
You'll never need many, but taking one or two on the flanks is advisable. They're also a cheap way to keep enemies from instantly destroying you with a front and back attack by crushing puny Ninja! Against Cavalry, they won't be much more than a damaging speedbump though. Once you're safe from flanking feel free to wheel them into the biggest Unit you can. Their weapon effect, -1 Armor to what they hit, is great with all their possible attacks.

* '''Teppo Sohei'''

Infantry, Sohei, Projectiles. Equipped with Teppo, Katanas, and Light Armor.
Unit size 5-15.

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** Wooden Shields: Action Ability, while active they have Heavy Cover against ranged attacks but have half Movement speed.
** Alternated Shot: Action Ability, costs an Action Point on top of the one for actually making the shooting Action. Gain 2 more Combat Dice for every four models in your Unit.

A much more costly but superior version of the Kuge Teppotai. Since you can deploy your shields whenever it behooves you to get your Teppo Sohei where you want them as quickly as possible, although if you aren't facing return fire from other ranged enemies you don't need to bother. You can still move with shields active but the slowdown isn't pleasant to deal with, and if you plan on Alternated Shot you don't want to have to move. You'll also want your Teppo at numbers divisible by four unless you want extra to have some casualty buffer (at that price, you don't want it most likely). If you don't want to bother using the shields and stay on the move, taking them as multiple Units of 5 will force your opponent to choose what to shoot. Remember the 50% Defense reduction of Teppo on targets is great, meaning you'll want to aim for the most durable things your enemy has. As Sohei, they'll shred any expensive Death or Undead enemies.

===Otokodate===
Otokodate specialize in deciding what they want to die and making it happen so their ordinary options available to the other factions can do the work mopping up what's left. Blow em away, slit their throats, and keep your own boys safe and pushing against the Samurai.
Beware massed Heinin, which the Otokodate have no real special defense against.

====Special====

* '''Katana Ashigaru'''

Infantry Heinin, equipped with a Katana and Light Armor.
Unit size 5-20.

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** Banzai: Action Ability, make a Charge at 2D10 distance instead of 1D10.

Compared to Yari Ashigaru you're spending 5 points to trade +3 Initiative plus a one-turn -1 Attack if Charged for a constant -1 Attack and no stat penalties or bonuses attacking inside a Construction and gaining a double Charge distance potential. Their primary use is getting into fights and staying useful throughout them, and make for a highly aggressive force that will pin your opponent down closer to their side of the map or will rush anything thinking it can hide in a building. That -1 Attack is awfully expensive though, so you should know what you're doing with them. Against other Infantry you'll most likely be the one able to decide when a Charge occurs, which means you can count on Charge bonuses if you know what you're doing. They can be sent around to flank tied up enemies and quickly doubleteam enemies, or kept waiting to Commandment dash at an enemy that Runs Away while pulling off flank protection.

* '''Teppo Ronin'''

Infantry, Ronin, Projectiles. Equipped with Teppo, Katanas, and Medium Armor.
Unit size 5-15.

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** Wooden Shields: Action Ability, while active they have Heavy Cover against ranged attacks but have half Movement speed.
** Alternated Shot: Action Ability, costs an Action Point on top of the one for actually making the shooting Action. Gain 2 more Combat Dice for every four models in your Unit.

Its the Teppo Sohei only without the Sohei ability, and one less point of Ki, Honor, and Initiative. Luckily those aren't exceedingly important, and in exchange you get the Ronin ability that lets you reroll Run Away rolls and one level higher armor which is arguably the much better deal.
Use them as you would the Sohei version, and know they'll be slightly better in close combat if push comes to shove.

* '''Ozutsu'''

Infantry, Harasser, Ronin, Projectiles, equipped with an Ozutsu, Katana, and Medium Armor.
Unit size 3-10.

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** Long Distance: Action Ability, maximum firing range increases by 15 centimeters for one turn.
** Bombing: Action Ability, grants any of your Units with Ozutsu or Cannons (not just the Unit using this ability) within 30 centimeters of your Taisho the ability to fire on ANYTHING the Taisho or a Spy has Line of Sight to at a +1 Attack penalty.

Holy fucking shit. The best weapons in the game, the potential to shoot almost fucking anything that you want. They soak Koku like heavy cavalry, but are absolutely worth it. As the only artillery currently in the game, the ability to field Ozutsu puts you at a major advantage in the game if you use them well. If not...well, you put a LOT of points into cannons getting diced to pieces by a larger force. Kuge Ninja buttsecks can also tie up your Ozutsu in melee, leaving the rest of your force high and dry so make sure you have something to shield them from melee on standby.

* '''Machi Yakko'''

Heinin Infantry, equipped with a Jumonji Yari and Medium Armor.
Unit size 5-15.

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** Protect The Lord: Combat Ability, anything in a Unit equipped with Yari (not just this one) cannot be challenged by characters for a turn.
** Assault: Action Ability, attack a Construction with no penalties or bonuses to Close Combat for a turn.

Not terribly useful for their stats at their Koku price, the primary purpose of the Machi Yakko is to give you the ability to field your Characters without fear of being taken out by character-killers other than those with special abilities when you field Yari troops, of which you have decent options. Assault will basically give you a good reason to get that character in your spearbunker rather than something stronger that can help you storm the fort.
You'll rarely ever have a reason to field more than one Unit of these since you only need one Unit and you can get twice the Yari Ashigaru or a Yari Kiba Musha for that price. Take enough for the Unit to survive.

====Elite====

* '''Kyokaku'''

Infantry, Harasser, Heinin, Projectiles, Duelist, Loner. Equipped with a Yumi, a Katana, and Light Armor.
Unit size 1-5. Cannot take a Hata-Jirushi.

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** The Way Of Kykotsu: Combat Ability, when active the Kyokaku gains 2 Combat Dice in Confrontations.
** Hate For The Samurai: Combat Ability, in Combat gain 1 Combat Dice for every 2 enemy Samurai in the same Combat.
** Defenders Of The People: Every friendly non-Samurai within 30 centimeters has +1 Initiative.

Moderately useful options, given almost every player in the game will be taking some form of Samurai. They can't take damage and are very expensive in Koku, so you must defend them and count on getting them into the flanks of an enemy rather than a head-on fight. Duelist is their greatest advantage, since you can keep challenging until the enemy is dead or demoralized.
By taking these in large numbers, you're dedicating your strategy to their use since losing them to a cavalry charge or arrows is easy and as damaging as losing a large Unit. The bonus to Initiative will help you with this.
By only taking one however, you've paid a mere 57 points to make most of your army faster and giving you a simple protection from being attacked on the flanks or from behind.
Mitigating the risk is their double Wounds at least.

* '''Assassins'''

Infantry, Harasser, Duelist, Loner, Ronin. Equipped with Katanas and Light Armor.
Unit size 1-5, no Hata-Jirushi option.

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** Eliminate The Lord: Combat Ability, in a Confrontation each Assassin will take the place of the last if killed until there are no more Assassins in the Unit. Only then does the Confrontation end.
** Alternative Weapons: Combat Ability, can use one of the following instead of the Katana in Confrontations and Close Combat. '''Sai''', adds +1 to the Attack of enemies using any sword weapon. '''Claws''', deals -1 Defense to hit enemies.
** Foul Play: Combat Ability, deal crits on 8-10.

They're what you expect them to be. A very, very good way to make sure a specific character dies, or that a small elite Unit gets wiped our or crippled.
They suck up Koku, and to get the most out of them you want to take as many as possible in a Unit. Taking more than one Unit is more pricy, and has very little additional use.

===Spiritual===
Since not all of the spiritual alignments are in the game yet, there is no restriction on who can take what.

====Onmyouiji====

=====Celestial=====
* '''Celestial Onmyouiji'''

Spiritual Character, Infantry, Celestial Knowledge. Equipped with a Tessen, and no armor.

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Celestial Onmyouiji share the position of cheapest with Death, and are the second weakest on defense. They are also the second weakest on offense and are the slowest, although since they can't attack due to only having a Tessen that shouldn't matter.

** '''Book Of Light'''
Generalized enough to be useful to anyone. Focused on making you better and saving you from ranged attacks, with the highest spell capable of eating most of a single Wound model Unit. Useful for any army.

*** Spheres Of Light (Level 1)
Either a Unit or a specific Character within 60 centimeters takes a 2 Magic Dice attack, suffering a Wound for each failure.
*** Power Word (Level 1)
Variable spell, +2 Initiative to a Unit within 40 centimeters.
*** Spheres Of Light (Level 2)
As above, but four Magic Dice.
*** Spheres of Protection (Level 2)
Variable spell, Character within 40 centimeters gains +1 Defense and +2 Armor against projectiles for a turn.
*** Blind (Level 2)
Target Projectiles Unit within 60 centimeters must make a Magic Resistance roll for every model in it and lose 1 shooting Attack Die for each failure for a turn.
*** Path To Victory (Level 3)
Variable spell, all friendly models gain +1 Honor and +1 to Damage rolls for a turn.
*** Burning Light (Level 4)
Target Unit within 50 centimeters must make a Magic Resistance roll for every model in it and take one Wound for each failure.

** '''Book Of Time'''
Spells debuff foes, deliver your models almost anywhere you want them to be, and can deal massive damage to single enemies. Not as useful for armies focusing on cavalry and charging unless you want to be in your opponent's face ASAP for tactics like Kuge Ninja spitroasting or forcing Run Away to get their models off the board. Far more useful for defensive armies to quickly plant themselves favorably in regards to terrain such as on a hill, in trees, around and in a Construction, etc.

*** Physical Disruption (Level 1)
Target Unit within 40 centimeters takes a 3 Magic Dice attack, suffering a Wound for each failure.
*** Fleeting Moment (Level 1)
Variable spell, target Unit within 50 centimeters must pass a Ki roll against the caster or receive -3 Initiative for a turn.
*** Physical Disruption (Level 2)
As above, but 5 Magic Dice.
*** Walk Over Reality (Level 2)
Variable spell, target Infantry Unit within 40 centimeters can move like Cavalry for a turn, although if it Charges it will get the standard Infantry Charge bonuses.
*** Disorientate (Level 2)
Target Unit within 50 centimeters must pass a Ki roll against the caster or lose 1 Action Point for a turn.
*** Ripping The Veil (Level 3)
Any Character within 40 centimeters and in Line of Sight of the caster may be moved anywhere else within 40!centimeters and in Line of Sight of the caster that is not within 5 centimeters of one of its enemies. Can be used on your enemies...
*** Cloak Of Ashes (Level 4)
Target Character within 60 centimeters takes an 8 Magic Dice attack, suffering a Wound for each failure.

* '''Yataragatsu'''

Small Creature, Flying, Loner. Uses Claws And Jaws and has no armor.

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** Guide Of The Skies: Allows the Onmyouiji to ignore Line of Sight spell requirements.

Guide Of The Skies is extremely useful early in a game, or in a game with lots of terrain to hide in or around. Ripping a Taisho out of his fortress into your lines with nowhere to run but further from safety is especially nice. In open fields, the effect and thus the Yataragatsu itself loses much of its use.

* '''Kitsume'''

Small Creature, Loner. Uses Claws And Jaws and has Light Armor.

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** Humanoid Shape: Kitsume can join a friendly Unit to boost it's own Attack Dice by 1, but loses Small Creature.

If you want a Shikigame for Celestial and aren't concerned with Line of Sight being blocked, take the Kitsume. For a fairly low amount of Koku you get a powerful attack Creature that can hide in a Unit if you are concerned with its survivability by itself.

=====Infernal=====

* '''Infernal Onmyouiji'''

Spiritual Character, Infantry, Infernal Knowledge. Equipped with a Katana and has no armor.

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The most pricey point-wise along with Earthly. Also the single best in combat, although with the lowest Defense and no armor the Infernal Onmyouiji is a major pricey glass cannon. But you should be avoiding melee with him anyway, making the only risk from Confrontations with faster models.

** '''Book Of War'''
Players wanting to boost the raw killing power of models, play morale games, or use raw blasting power should use their Onmyouiji as the Hymukai Sun Tzu.

*** Projectiles Of Fire (Level 1)
Target Unit within 60 centimeters takes a 2 Magic Dice attack, suffering a Wound for each failure.
*** Cloak of Terror (Level 1)
Variable spell, target Unit within 40 centimeters causes a -2 Honor penalty to any roll for a turn.
*** Projectiles Of Fire (Level 2)
As above, but four Magic Dice.
*** Warlord (Level 2)
Variable spell, for one turn target Character gains 2 Combat Dice and can reroll Initiative in Confrontations once.
*** Channel Of Fire (Level 2)
All models in a Unit within a 40 centimeter line in any direction take a 3 Magic Dice attack, suffering a Wound for each failure. This affects both friendly and enemy models.
*** Rain Of Blood (Level 3)
Variable spell, all Infernal models gain -1 Attack and all enemy Units have -1 Honor.
*** Deflagration (Level 4)
All Units, friend and foe, within a 20 centimeter radius of the Onmyouiji take a 7 Magic Dice attack, suffering a Wound for each failure. This affects both friendly and enemy models.

** '''Book Of Rage'''

While War provides direct blasting and buffing, Rage bolsters ranged attacks, will give you a much cheaper Oni, and gives more control of the blasting done. Rage works better for armies with large Units of Heinin.

*** Tongue Of Destruction (Level 1)
Variable spell, target Unit within 40 centimeters takes a 3 Magic Dice attack, suffering a Wound for each failure.
*** Iraki's Rage (Level 1)
Variable spell, target Unit within 40 centimeters gains 2 Attack Dice for every five miniatures in it but if not already in melee must make a Charge towards the nearest foe regardless of whether or not it could succeed.
*** Tongue Of Destruction (Level 2)
As above, but five Magic Dice.
*** Ikari's Servant (Level 2)
Variable spell, caster or one of their Shikigami transform into the Oni Creature for one turn. Cannot cast spells while an Oni.
*** Guiding Arrows (Level 2)
Target Projectiles Unit within 40 centimeters has -1 Attack and +1 Damage to their ranged attacks for a turn.
*** Infernal Explosion (Level 3)
A 15 centimeter radius template that can be placed within 50 centimeters of the caster deals takes a 5 Magic Dice attack to all Units within the radius, suffering a Wound for each failure. All Characters affected receive 3 Magic Dice attack, suffering a Wound for each failure.
*** Sacrifice (Level 4)
Instantly kill between one and four Heinin models of your choice (yours or those of your enemy) within 40 centimeters of the caster to deal a 3 Magic Dice attack per sacrificed model to a Unit of choice within 40 centimeters, suffering a Wound for each failure.

* '''Inugami'''

Small Creature, Loner.
Uses Claws And Jaws, and has no armor.

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** Infernal Dog: Can spend an Action Point to make a Ki roll against any Unit within 20 centimeters, causing 1 Damage Dice per level against it if successful.

Inugami are one of the best Shikigami in the game if you want to invest your points into them. They do best protecting a Unit from being flanked by standing by its side until the time is right to swing it around into a flank of something you're in melee with, and being able to make a short range attack based on Ki can soften up an enemy waiting to get into position, or do fantastic damage against something far more durable than spiritual. Remember that since they lack any armor and have to be a Loner they will attract ranged attacks like a magnet.

* '''Tsuchigumo'''

Small Creature, Loner.
Uses Claws And Jaws, has Medium Armor.

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** Protective Cloth: Both Tsuchigumo and its Onmyouiji have +1 Defense against Projectiles if level 1-2, +2 Defense against Projectiles at level 3.

Tsuchigumo trades a small amount of the offensive power and most of the speed of the Inugami for raw durability and morale. Take him instead if you will be playing a smaller elite army that needs real protection and/or is vulnerable to mass shooting.

=====Earthly=====

* '''Earthly Onmyouiji'''

Spiritual Character, Infantry, Earthly Knowledge.
Equipped with a Bo and Light Armor.

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The other more expensive Onmyouiji. The Bo makes them the single fastest one in melee, and they are the only one with Armor. On top of that they have the highest Defense and second highest Honor, at the cost of the single worst Attack score of the four.

** '''Book Of Animals'''

Mostly buffs and area damage spells, as well as the ability to control your opponent's movement.

*** Poisonous Projectile (Level 1)
Target Unit or Character within 60 centimeters takes a 2 Magic Dice attack, suffering a Wound for each failure.
*** Essential Energy (Level 1)
Variable spell, target Unit within 40 centimeters gains +1 Initiative and +5 Movement for a turn.
*** Poisonous Projectile (Level 2)
As above, but 4 Magic Dice.
*** Flying (Level 2)
Variable spell, target Unit within 40 centimeters gains Flying for a turn. Note that while using this spell to quickly get inside a fortress or in enemy lines seems appealing, trying to land with your back against a wall, near an isolated enemy, or behind all foes is preferable so as to not be charged from both sides and destroyed.
*** Bolt The Mount (Level 2)
Variable spell, target enemy Cavalry Unit within 50 centimeters must make a Ki roll against the caster. If the caster wins, the Cavalry move 2d10 centimeters forward. This does not use up its movement or actions. You won't often get to use this spell, but getting an enemy out of position or having to spend precious Action Points to re-orient themselves is fantastic. Beware, it can backfire if they end up behind you when you're fighting something in front thanks to their extra distance.
*** Calling The Birds (Level 3)
Variable spell, a Forest must be within 50 centimeters to cast. Target enemy Unit within 50 centimeters takes a 5 Magic Dice attack, suffering a Wound for each failure.
*** Swarm of Insects (Level 4)
Variable spell, creates a 15 centimeter diameter template which travels 3d10 centimeters and deals 6 Magic Dice attack to every Unit (friend and foe) it touches, suffering a Wound for each failure. All Units it affects automatically Run Away, and regain control the turn they are no longer in it. If maintained for more than one turn, the caster can choose which direction it travels for the next 3d10 centimeters. Its possible, if unlikely, to use this spell to force an enemy straight off the board.

** '''Book Of Nature'''

The arguably more useful Book as it has the ability to change terrain. Has the best of the Level 1 and 2 damage spells in the game.

*** Throwing Stones (Level 1)
Target Unit within 60 centimeters takes a 4 Damage Dice shooting attack at Attack 4.
*** Vines (Level 1)
Variable, target Unit within 40 centimeters moves as if in Difficult Terrain. Great at stopping Cavalry as it rushes past.
*** Throwing Stones (Level 2)
As above, but 6 Damage Dice at Attack 3.
*** Changing Nature (Level 2)
Target Terrain within 40 centimeters that is 10-15 centimeters in diameter permanently transforms into a Bog. Anything from Construction to Hill is a potential target. Note that you can [[That Guy|cheat this spell by only using terrain smaller than 10 centimeters diameter or larger than 15.]]
*** Favorable Winds (Level 2)
Variable spell, all friendly Units within 20 centimeters have -1 Attack using Projectiles and gain +10 centimeters to each of their max ranges.
*** Stealing Energy (Level 3)
Target Unit within 40 centimeters takes a 7 Magic Dice attack, suffering a Wound for each failure.
*** Forces of Nature (Level 4)
All Units (friend and foe) in a 30 centimeter line straight ahead of the caster take a 5 Magic Dice attack, suffering a Wound for each failure.

* '''Kamaitachi'''
Small Creature, Loner. Uses Claws And Jaws. Has no armor.

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** Fleeting Attack: Attack a Unit or Character within 20 centimeters as a Ranged Attack, rolling as many dice as its Close Combat DC.
Its an Inugami with worse Attack but better Defense and a situationally better special attack. Use it in the same way.

* '''Kodama'''
Small Creature, Loner. Uses Jaws And Claws, has Medium Armor.

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** Grow Green Again: The Kodama or Onmyouiji master can recover 1 Wound if the Kodama enters a Forest and makes a dice roll that is lower or equal to their Ki. Once this ability is used successfully inside a Forest, it cannot be used again in the same forest.
Not that great a Shikigami. While the Earthly Onmyouiji is the only one you're really going to be able to successfully take into Close Combat, you still don't want to if you can avoid it. Thus spending those points on model who's only purpose is to toddle around from Forest to Forest and heal its master isn't that great. Its stats are unimpressive, so it isn't like a walking tank that can take a breather either. In a game with a lot of Forests it can be interesting, but generally you'll not find it as useful as similarly priced options.

=====Death=====

* '''Onmyouiji Of Death'''

Spiritual Character, Infantry, Knowledge Of The Dead.
Equipped with a Tessen and no Armor.

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The other cheapest Onmyouiji, which like its Celestial counterpart cannot attack due to only having a Tessen. Has the second weakest Defense, and is as dishonorable as the Infernal Onmyouiji.

** '''Book Of Shadows'''
A jack of all trades Book, contains some basic direct damage, some nice but not amazing buffs, and one of the best spells in the game as its Level 4 that will make short work of anyone who takes hordes.
*** Lashes Of Dark Energy (Level 1)
Variable spell, target Unit within 40 centimeters rolls a 3 dice Magic Resistance test. Each failed roll causes 1 Wound.
*** Armor Of Shadows (Level 2)
Variable spell, target model within 40 centimeters, either a friendly model or the caster, gains +1 Armor against Close Combat and +2 Armor against Projectiles.
*** Lashes Of Dark Energy (Level 2)
As above, but with 5 dice.
*** Ghostly Mount (Level 2)
Variable spell, target model on foot within 40 centimeters counts as mounted for the purpose of Movement and Charge plus any Charge bonuses. Model also gains 2 VT.
*** Dark Claws (Level 2)
Instantaneous spell, give +3 DC and -1AT to any model in the same Close Combat as the caster.
*** Eternal Night (Level 3)
Variable, ALL friendly Units gain +1 Damage and ALL enemy Units suffer -1 IN while the spell lasts.
*** Well Of The Forgotten (Level 4)
Instantaneous spell, enemy Unit within 50 centimeters makes a Magic Resistance roll for every model in that Unit, suffering a Wound for each failure.

** '''Book Of The Dead'''
The much better Death Book. The ability to spirit a Kensei or an Assassin into combat, or a Commandment Character back out of it, is invaluable. Weakening ranged opponents is always a plus, as Kensei has many nasty ones, and bol the Level 3 and Level 4 spells can be potentially match finishers.
*** Projectile Of Corruption (Level 1)
Instantaneous spell, target Unit within 60 centimeters takes a 2 dice Magic Damage Attack.
*** Weakness (Level 1)
Variable spell, target Unit within 60 centimeters has their Range reduced to a maximum of Medium Range and suffers +1 Attack for the spell duration.
*** Projectile Of Corruption (Level 2)
As above, but 4 dice.
*** Shiryo (Level 2)
Variable spell, target Character within 30 centimeters cannot by targeted by ranged attacks (it can still be targeted by spells), and ignores Terrain including Difficult Terrain. If it stops inside Impassible Terrain, it is automatically destroyed. These effects last for the spell duration.
*** Mekubare (Level 2)
Instantaneous spell, target Unit within 40 centimeters must pass a Ki roll against the caster or Run Away.
*** Opening The Nekara (Level 3)
Variable spell, a Unit (controlled by either player) made up of human models (so no Creatures or Undead) that has been destroyed is brought back to life with +1 Attack and -1 all other stats. It appears anywhere within 25 centimeters of the caster that is a rules legal place for a Unit to be. It remains under the control of the casting player for the spell duration or until the caster is killed.
*** Breath Of Death (Level 4)
Variable spell, target Unit or Character within 50 centimeters takes 8 dice of Magical Damage every turn this spell is active.

* '''Nezumi'''
Small Creature, Loner. Uses Claws And Jaws. Has no armor.

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** Curse: For 1 AC, the Nezumi can target a Character within 30 centimeters and make a Ki roll against itself. If successful, the Character takes a +1 Attack penalty and loses 1 point of DF And IN. This can only affect one Character at a time, and every turn the Character may make a Ki roll against the Nezumi to dispel the Curse.
Another Inugami/Kamaitachi, only with lower Initiative and higher Honor. The debuff is nice if you plan on Duels.

* '''Nekomata'''
Small Creature, Loner. Uses Jaws And Claws, has Medium Armor.

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** Raising The Dead: Can create one "Dead" per level by taking a Ki test per Dead desired. They are represented by casualties over the course of the battle, and as a result this ability can only be used once casualties have been caused by either side. Deads appear next to the Nekomata. Deads do not die when the Nekomata does.
**** Dead
Harasser.
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Same as the Nezumi. Take it instead if Cursing Characters is not useful to you, or feel free to take both. If you do the latter, remember that the Nekomata's special ability depends on its level while the Nezumi's does not.

====Creatures====

=====Infernal=====
* '''Amanojaku'''
Level 1.
Small Creature. Small. Equipped with an Axe, Light Armor.

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** Torment: Action Ability, target Unit within 20 centimeters must make a Magic Resistance roll for every Amanojaku in the Unit using this ability, taking a Wound for each failure.

Amanojaku are not a terrible choice, but aren't great either. For their cost and stats you're much better off looking at your standard human troops, although the ability to deal Magic Damage without having to succeed at casting a spell is worthy of note.

* '''Onibi'''
Level 1.
Small Creature. Small. Uses an Igneous Attack, equipped with Light Armor.

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** Onibi Fire: Action Ability, Flame Attack with a 40 centimeter range as if a Projectile Attack using Ki instead of AT.

Onibi are a far better choice. Cheaper, higher stats, and Fire Attacks are always a welcome addition.

* '''Shikome'''
Level 2
Normal Creature. Flying. Uses Claws And Jaws, equipped with Light Armor.

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** Chase Up To Hell: Action Ability, target Running Away Unit within 40 centimeters gets a Charge from the Shikome that grants 2 free Attacks instead of 1, after which they return to their start position (effectively making this a ranged attack that does not count as a Projectiles attack, does not require Line Of Sight, and ignores Terrain).
** Flesh Eaters: Passive ability, for every model killed by the Shikome a Ki roll is made, restoring a Wound to the Unit for every success.

Shikome are a fantastic, if very pricey, option. Self-healing and combos fantastically with Psychology games. Their Flying will let them get wherever they need to go; a large chunk of the reason to go Infernal in the first place is access to these "happy" harpies since most casual games will likely be at points levels where Level 2 is your highest level of Creature available. They don't actually have to be in a place to get into combat if the Unit is getting banged up as you can position them so Units that break will be in range and those free Attacks will heal them.

* '''Ushi Oni'''
Level 2.
Normal Creature, Harasser. Fear. Uses Claws And Jaws, equipped with Medium Armor.

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** Absolute Cruelty: Action Ability, after destroying an enemy Unit all enemy Units within 20 centimeters with Line Of Sight to the Destroyed Unit make a Ki roll against the Ushi Oni or lose 2 Honor until their next turn.
** Rush: Action Ability, Charges like an ordinary Charge action but with a bonus +1 to DC and Damage.

Ushi Oni are decent for Otokodate and Sohei, as they lack a heavy cavalry that the Ushi Oni make up for, but their high point cost and lesser stats makes them of dubious value for Kuge and Buke.

* '''Oni'''
Level 3.
Large, Creature. Big, Fear. Equipped with a Tetsubo and Medium Armor.
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** Wild Charge: Action Ability, Charge like Cavalry with an extra 2D10 to their Movement.
** Flesh Eaters: As Shikome.

Absolutely fucking insane stats, able to get across the board on a Charge and devastate their quarry, able to self heal with kills they WILL be causing. What's not to love? Well, their massive point cost and low Unit size. In a game where getting flanked right automatically destroys the Unit, something that costs so much and is begging to go out on its own is going to be dangerous to field. That doesn't mean Oni are useless by any means, only that they WILL need support. Cavalry if possible to keep up with them. If you can keep their flanks clear, feel free to bring a trio of these demons to raise hell. Beware both the Kuge Ninjas and Death magic that can bring undead on your flanks out of nowhere.

* '''Nue'''
Level 3
Large Creature. Big, Flying, Fear.
Uses Claws And Jaws, equipped with Light Armor.

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** Nue's Curse: Action Ability, target Unit within 60 centimeters increases the difficulty of all tests by 1, decreases test roll results by 1, and have -1 to opposed rolls. Can only affect one Unit at a time.
** Stroke Of Madness: Action Ability, target Unit within 40 centimeters loses 2 AC for the rest of the turn.

If playing at a point level where you can take a Nue but not the Level 4 Creatures, do it. Two great debuffs you don't have to cast, one that persists through death. Not very expensive compared to what you drop taking most decent Creature Units. Great stats. Cripple a deathstar Unit, and act as a flanker for the rest of the game.

* '''Jorogumo'''
Level 4.
Large Creature, Infernal. Big, Terror, Loner. Uses Claws And Jaws, equipped with Heavy Armor.
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** Spider Web: Action Ability, target a Unit within 30 centimeters. First pass a Ki test, then pas a Ki test against the enemy Unit. If both are successful, the Unit is immobilized and cannot leave its position to Move or Run Away. Every turn afterwards the Unit can make a Ki roll against the Jorogumo to free themselves.
** Torment: Action Ability, target Unit within 20 centimeters takes a Magical Damage roll for every model in the Unit, taking one Wound for each loss.

With the Oni, you have a tank who's greatest strength (other than its strength) is its greatest liability, as they can get out of range of protection for your army. But not only is the Jorogumo cheaper than a Unit of Oni, she actually negates the weakness of being a solo model with the ability to pin Units. Beyond that, she has the power to eat a Unit in Close Combat as well as an ability to eat a Unit who happens to be nearby. You obviously still want to protect her, she just makes it easier. Take her if you can.

* '''Hiderigami'''
Level 4.
Large Creature, Infernal. Big, Terror, Loner. Equipped with a Tetsubo and Medium Armor.
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** Dry Throats: Action Ability, target Unit within 40 centimeters that is not made up of Creatures. Deals 6 dice of Magical Damage.
** Dry Land: Passive ability, and water feature (swamp, river) the Hiderigami enters, crosses, or comes within 5 centimeters of becomes Normal Terrain.

Not as good as the Jorogumo. Dry Throats is only better against Units with five models or less and it has worse stats for a higher cost. The only reason to choose the Hiderigami is if you are faced with a lot of water features that will be a problem for you.

=====Celestial=====
* '''Raiju'''
Level 1.
Small Creature, Harasser. Small. Uses Claws And Jaws, equipped with Light Armor.

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** Ride The Lightning Bolt: Action Ability, may make a Ki Test. If passed, the Raiju are removed from the battlefield and the controlling player selects a place anywhere on the battlefield that is 5 centimeters from all other Units. If an enemy Unit moves into the designated area, the Raiju reappear 5 centimeters away from it as this ability does not let the Raiju reappear into Combat. It has 1 AC after reappearing and may Charge on the same turn. In order to reappear, a second Ki Test must be made at +1. If failed, then the Raiju take the same test again next turn at the beginning of the Orders And Actions Phase at +2, and every subsequent turn makes the test at an additional +1 after that until the Raiju finally descend. If the first test reappearance test is a failure they scatter D10 centimeters (but still at least 5 centimeters from enemy Units) when they finally arrive.

Raiju are fantastic. In Kensei, the ability to teleport some models with decent combat stats into enemy lines to set up an automatic Unit destruction or hold an Objective cannot be undersold. Their only drawback is abysmal Honor and Initiative.

* '''Basan'''
Level 1.
Small Creature, Harasser. Small, Flying. Uses Igneous Attack, equipped with Light Armor.

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** Basan's Fire: Action Ability, ignores Cover modifiers. Target Unit within 30 centimeters within Line Of Sight suffers an AT5 Projectile Attack, with one DD per Basan in the Unit.
Another decent offense Creature. Not as useful as the Raiju in general, but if your opponent likes to use a lot of fences and natural barriers the Basan can smoke them out. Flying is also a factor in complex terrain. Sadly, the Basan cannot attack Constructions as it has no proper Flame Attack since Basan'sFire is only described as a magical fire spell in the flavor text.

* '''Komainu'''
Level 2.
Normal Creature. Fear. Uses Claws And Jaws, equipped with Medium Armor.

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** Take Form: Passive Ability. At the beginning of the turn, before the Commandment Roll, the Komainu can change their form.
*** Supernatural Form: The default state at the start of the game, no changes.
*** Stone: -2 Initiative, gains Heavy Armor.
*** Metal: Immune to all Projectile Attacks.

Another fantastic choice, and without drawback. Turn Metal as you move into position, turn to Stone in order to become a [[Tarpit]] or Supernatural if against a foe you could potentially finish off before they can strike. They cost you in point, but Fear is an amazing bonus.

* '''Tennyo'''
Level 2.
Normal Creature. Flying. Equipped with a Yumi, a Katana, and Light Armor.

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** Shooting With The Spirit: Action Ability, can shoot at any Unit regardless of Line Of Sight or viewing angle.
** Beyond Limits: Action Ability, may shoot at any Unit regardless of distance as long as the Tennyo has Line Of Sight. Always counts as Long Range.

Another situational Creature. Good archers that can Fly anywhere you want them and shoot almost anything you want shot. Expensive, so their use is purely dependent on terrain.

* '''Byakko'''
Level 3.
Large Creature. Big, Loner, Fear. Uses Claws And Jaws, equipped with Medium Armor.

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** Casting The Lightning: Action Ability, target Unit within 40 centimeters takes an opposed Ki roll. If the Byakko wins, target takes 3 dice of Magical Damage.
** Lord Of The Tempest: Passive, every two turns at any time the Byakko can gain +5 Movement for the rest of the turn.

Durable/killy as hell for his level and point cost, with a modest ranged attack to prey on low morale troops and the ability to jet into or out of danger. While the Raiju offer more tactical advantage, the Byakko is a better investment otherwise. Take both if possible.

* '''Kirin'''
Level 3.
Large Creature, Harasser. Big. Uses Claws And Jaws, equipped with Medium Armor.

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** Controlling The Kami: Action Ability: Target Creature with Line Of Sight makes an opposed Ki roll. If the Kirin wins, the enemy Creature loses 2 AC in its next Orders And Actions Phase. This only affects a sole creature, not an entire Unit.
** Magical Fire: Action Ability, target Unit with Line Of Sight automatically takes 4 dice of Magical Damage.

There's nothing not to love about Kirin. A damn fine decent range attack without casting requirements or a Ki roll, the ability to shut down individual enemy Creatures, and decent stats. You want at least one Kirin.

* '''Suzako'''
Level 4.
Large Creature. Big, Loner, Flying, Terror. Uses Igneous Attack, equipped with Medium Armor.

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** Burning The Air: Action Ability, ALL things within 25 centimeters (friend, foe, Construction) take 4 dice of Magical Damage.
** Burn To Ashes: Action Ability, a 40 centimeter line of destruction that deals 4 dice of Magical Damage to anything in its path, friend/foe/Construction, and destroys building terrain/Forests.

If you want to DESTROY the enemy, you take a Suzako. It has one purpose, wiping the map clean. Its a liability to you as much as a strength, as you need to plan your movement and bait the enemy into giving you lines of fire. Its not immortal, but its hard not to have it kill at least its point cost in the worst of circumstances.

* '''Baku'''
Level 4.
Large Creature. Big, Loner, Terror. Uses Igneous Attack, equipped with Medium Armor.

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** Devout Nightmares: Action Ability, make an opposed Ki roll against a target Spiritual Character. If the Baku wins, one of the following two effects of your choice happens:
*** For one turn, the difficulty of the Character to use abilities or cast Spells is increased by 2.
*** Chosen active Spell is dispelled or stops taking effect.
** Repel Spirits: Action Ability, target non-Celestial Creature Unit makes an opposed Ki roll against the Baku. If the Baku wins, the enemy Unit starts Running Away.

Like the Kirin, the Baku lets you fuck with your opponent's supernatural models. The Baku is superior because of its higher stats and ability to fuck with Onmyouiji in addition to Creatures. Take both if you can, but beware frustrated opponents declaring "No more Supernatural models!" as you swell with their tears.

=====Earthly=====

* '''Tanuki'''
Level 1. Small Creature, Harasser. Small. Uses Claws And Jaws, equipped with Light Armor.

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** Tanuki's Luck: Passive, you may reroll ANY dice roll involving the Tanuki themselves. You must accept the second result.

Fairly standard stats, and their ability will make them more survivable or offensive depending on how you want to use that reroll. Not terrible, nothing special either.

* '''Kappa'''
Level 1. Small Creature, Harasser. Small. Equipped with Sabres, Medium Armor.
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** Turtle Shell: Action Ability, increases Defense by 1.

Fairly bad stats, more survivable but paying a lot for it. Their Sabre will give them a higher crit chance, but since their offensive power is so bad for their Koku that's not exactly a good tradeoff. The higher Ki is okay, but without higher Honor you can't count on them to maintain when the enemy gets tricky. You'd think you would get an ability to bypass any water Terrain, which would make them situationally useful, but you don't.
You're better off investing points into your Onmyouiji and her companions. Kappa are a bad investment.

* '''Karasu Tengu'''
Level 2. Normal Creature, Harasser. Flying. Equipped with a Naginata and Light Armor.
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** Shadows: Passive, Projectile Attacks against them have +1 Attack.
** Throwing "Tengu's Stones": Action Ability, a Projectile Attack made at the Tengu's Attack. Maximum Range is 40 centimeters, with no range modifiers. Functions as a Sling.

Not a bad choice, although expensive. Similar role as the Tennyo as a highly mobile ranged attacker, although instead of being able to snipe anything this Tengu is going to want to harass Cavalry and claim advantageous positions. But if your opponent isn't bringing horsies, its less likely to be worth those points. Its only real advantage is the Flying and impunity with which it can take a high ground and nail anything in a 40 centimeter radius. If they do get into melee, they won't do too bad and their Naginata will reduce their opponent's Defense, allowing you to soften up or finish off vulnerable targets.

* '''Dai-Tengu'''
Level 2. Normal Creature, Harassers. Flying, Loner, Duelist. Equipped with Katana, Medium Armor.
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** Fleeting Attack: Action Ability, enemy Unit cannot make a Withstand And Shoot attack on the Dai-Tengu and this attack counts as a Flank Attack.
** Sword Masters: Combat Ability, Crits on a 7+ Damage Roll.

Dai-Tengu are fantastic for Sohei, who don't have a good Character-killer. Even the other armies can get a lot of mileage out of them, as the ability to swoop down and deal a fair chunk of damage quickly is fantastic. You'll want to use them as ambushers lying in wait, or as a hammer. You can even use them as an anvil if you invest in them.

* '''Genbu'''
Level 3. Large Creature, Harasser. Big, Loner, Fear. Uses Claws And Jaws, equipped with Heavy Armor.
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** Snake Attack: Combat Ability, an extra 2 DC Attack that is Poisoned (Crits on a 9+ Damage Roll).
** Turtle Shell: Action Ability, lasts a full turn in which Defense is increased by 2, and DC are reduced by 3.

This is a suped up version of what the Kappa were trying to be and failed. Unless Genbu gets flanked, he's going to sit somewhere and refuse to move. Ludicrously high Wounds, good Defense that you can bolster to amazing, high Honor, high Ki, and high armor. He's not bad at killing either. Added Fear will make low morale Units of Heinin intended to flank-destroy or swarm enemies think twice. Put him on the side of a deathstar Unit, and he's going to make sure it gets where it needs to be.

* '''Sesho-Shekki'''
Level 3. Large Creature, Harasser. Big, Projectiles, Fear. Equipped with a Sling, Medium Armor.
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** Throwing Pebbles: Passive, Attack 4 Projectile Attack that ignores Distance and Movement modifiers. Has as many Firing Dice as the Sesho-Shekki has Wounds remaining.
** Swift Movement: Action Ability, as a Movement (so you can't use a later Movement that turn) the Sesho-Shekki teleports to anywhere you want within 40centimeters.

Still very durable, with a decent ranged attack you can use to fuck up Cavalry movements. The ability to go anywhere is amazingly good, and it has a great melee potential. Another model to control the battlefield, generally superior to the Genbu if you aren't needing a mobile shield for your main force. That Fear combined with the ability to go anywhere is a potent combo.

* '''Mizuchi'''
Level 4. Large Creature. Big, Loner, Terror, Flying. Uses Claws And Jaws, equipped with Medium Armor.
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** Acid Cloud: Action Ability, choose a point exactly 40 centimeters away from the Mizuchi. All Units between the two points take 4 dice of Magical Damage.
** Calling The Rain: Action Ability, models that use powder (AKA Teppos and Ozutsu) cannot fire for one turn and must take a Load Action afterwards. All Cavalry Charge distance reduced by 1d10 per attempt for the entire rest of the battle.

Amazing stats, although not as impressive as most Level 4 Creatures. You take the Mizuchi if you have no intention of taking Cavalry or guns, making them ideal for high population infantry Buke armies and terrible for most Kuge ones that aren't going for Onna Bushi spam. The template attack is nifty, and easier to avoid friendly fire than most you'd see on a Level 4. Altogether a very good, balanced option.

* '''Daidarobotchi'''
Level 4. Large Creature. Big, Loner, Terror. Uses Claws And Jaws, equipped with Heavy Armor.
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** Lord Of The Forests: Action Ability, gain permanent control of a Forest. It moves 3d10 per turn in the direction the player wants every turn, and every Unit (friend and foe) that it comes into contact with suffers an 8 dice AT5 Attack.
** Lord Of The Ground: Action Ability, all Constructions within 30 centimeters are immediately destroyed and all models within instantly killed. Any Units within the same radius suffer a 5 dice AT5 Attack as if Close Combat.

Ludicrously amazing, insanely killy, can almost solo an army. Why is this not the most insane game-breaking model? Because it WILL cause friendly fire, and thanks to the rules of auto-destroying models if you can surround them it will need a fair amount of support. Once this hits the battlefield, its going to be your opponent's main target and it will do as much damage to its protectors as the foe. If you're insanely good at battlefield control and evaluating risks, go for it. If not, this is more likely to lose you the game if you use it as anything more than a heavy melee attacker than win it.

=====Death=====

* '''Gaki'''
Level 1. Small Creature. Small, Undead, Fear. Uses Claws And Jaws, uses no armor but has Undead defense (2 Armor).
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** Flesh Eaters: Passive, for every enemy they destroy they may make a Ki test. Every success restores a dead model to the Unit.

Gaki are amazingly good if you can throw them at something weak, like Heinin. You want a big Unit of them. If you can't put them at something they can feasibly kill many of quickly however, they're not a great investment. Fear is still a nice bonus however, and if you want it but have no access otherwise it is a good way to get it.

* '''Onryo'''
Level 1. Normal Creature, Harasser. Ethereal, Undead, Fear. Equipped with a Jumonji-Yari, uses no armor but has Undead defense (2 Armor).
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** Ghostly Advance: Passive, ignores all obstacles in Movement and can pass through all Terrain as well as both friendly and enemy Units. Difficult Terrain is also ignored, and Onryo ignore all Cover modifiers granted to enemies.

Oh yeah, these are good. Pricey, but good. Ignore ALL Projectiles and Ranged Attacks (so those nasty Level 4 Creature templates too), Fear, go anywhere you want regardless of all other factors without fear, and you can attack things on the opposite sides of walls as if open ground while opponents in return suffer the standard penalty. This is in addition to the Jumonji-Yari giving you bonuses if something has the balls to Charge you, a bonus against Cavalry, and a Crit on 9+.
The drawback is that they are fragile, and aren't very killy for their cost

* '''Goryo'''
Level 2. Normal Creature, Harasser. Ethereal, Undead, Fear. Uses an Igneous Attack, uses no armor but has Undead defense (2 Armor).
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** Eternal Vengeance: Passive ability, at the beginning of the turn the Goryo select an enemy Character. When engaged in Combat with a Unit containing the Character, they can focus entirely on that Character instead of the Unit. They may only choose a different Character once their current target dies.
** Ghostly Advance: As Onryo.

The same as Onryo only with better stats, the ability to assassinate Characters, and a ranged attack. The drawbacks? Two points more each, a lower maximum Unit size, and losing the Jumonji-Yari's bonuses in exchange for that -1 Defense they'll cause to their opponent per attack. So in other words, no notable drawbacks to a massive buff.
TAKE THEM.

* '''Honne Samurai'''
Level 2. Normal Creature, Harasser. Undead, Fear. Equipped with a Katana, uses no armor but has Medium Undead defense (4 Armor).
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** Honor Of The Dead: Passive, automatically pass the first Honor roll every turn.
** Vigor: Action Ability, gain +5 Movement to a Charge and Crit on a 9+ on the Damage Roll.

A decent choice. Emulate Buke in the other armies with this model with a decent defense and decent offense Unit that wants to get into battle and shrug off morale. Not as amazing as Goryo, but still a recommended choice.

* '''Gaikotsu'''
Level 3. Large Creature. Large, Undead, Fear. Equipped with a Sabre, uses no armor but has Medium
Undead for defense (4 Armor).
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** Fading: Action Ability, teleport anywhere within 30 centimeters. You may still make Movement actions afterwards.
** Bells Of Death: Action Ability, all Units (friend and foe) within 30 centimeters make an opposed Ki roll against the Gaikotsu. If they lose, they must take an Honor test or Run Away.

Take them. Killer stats, teleportation, and psychology fuckery. Use Fading to get far enough away from your own troops to Bell the enemy without affecting your own. While you can take them in Units of two, consider them solo so you can Fade and Bell in two 30 centimeter bubbles.

* '''Onmoraki'''
Level 3. Large Creature. Big, Undead, Ethereal, Flying. Uses Claws And Jaws, uses no armor but has Light Undead for defense (3 Armor).
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** Dismember: Combat Ability, 8+ to Crit for the next two Combats.
** Soul Eaters: Passive, recover 1 Wound for every two models killed.

A very good option, just not quite as good as Onryo and Gaikotsu. Its another Heining mulcher, far better at its job than Gaki.

* '''Shinigami'''
Level 4. Large Creature. Big, Undead, Terror, Loner. Equipped with a Bo, uses no armor but has Light Undead (3 Armor).
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** Pot Of Souls: Action Ability, target Unit within 30 centimeters takes a Magical Resistance roll for every miniature in it, losing a Wound for each failure.
** Thoughts Of Death: Action Ability, target Unit within 50 centimeters with Line Of Sight makes an opposed Ki roll with the Shinigami. If the enemy fails, they have their AT increased by 1, have their DF, AR, HR, and IN reduced by 1, and has its Movement cut by half. Every turn it can make another opposed Ki roll with the Shinigami to cancel the effect.

Fast as fuck thanks to the Bo, modestly killy, a bit fragile for a Level 4 Creature but with a great ranged attack and a long distance complete crippling. Its amazing, not much else to say.

* '''Jubokko'''
Level 4. Large Creature. Big, Undead, Terror, Loner. Uses Claws And Jaws, uses no armor but has Heavy Undead for defense (5 Armor).
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** Vampire: Passive, if a Unit is destroyed within 30 centimeters of the Jubokko, it grains Heavy Armor (+5 more Armor), every model (friend and foe) killed within 30 centimeters of the Jubokko restored 1 Wound per model, and if at full Wounds already the maximum amount then its Maximum Wounds score increases by 1 for the rest of the game (maximum 1 per turn).
** Infernal Roots: Action Ability, target Unit within 30 centimeters is moved into Close Combat with the Jubokko and cannot move from that spot while still in Close Combat with the Jubokko (unspecified what happens on a Run Away).

The Jubokko is an investment in time during the battle. You'll have to keep it protected while you score some kills. Its not going to be unable to fight in melee, but the low Defense is a bit of a problem and its not as killy as your standard Level 4 so it won't be wiping out a Unit on its own. You want a Unit gone, or a boost to its Wounds, before you pivot into melee. After that point, with your 10 Armor bloodsucking tree, feel free to ram into the foe at will and ensnare things like ranged support or Units with Commandment Characters. Or hang back and nab enemies out of their protection and into your lines where you can immediately surround them for an automatic Unit destruction.

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Warhammer 40,000/Tactics/Death Korps of Krieg(8E)

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This is the [[Warhammer_40,000/Tactics(8E)|current Edition's]] Death Korps of Krieg tactics. [[Warhammer 40,000/Tactics/Imperial Guard(8E)|General Imperial Guard tactics can be found here.]]

==Why Play the Death Korps of Krieg==
If you love WWI and 40k, then you'll love the [[Death_Korps_of_Krieg|Death Korps of Krieg]]. They love trenches, attrition warfare, and everything that the Western Front had to offer. They don't waver when their mates drop dead, in fact, they get happier. Collectively, they want to martyr themselves as a messed up way of saying "sorry" to [[God-Emperor_of_Mankind|The Emperor]]. All in all, they are badasses who shell their enemies into a pulp, then mow down the survivors with hordes of infantry and armour.

On the tabletop, the Death Korps can be played like a normal Imperial Guard army, just with a few unit restrictions, an immunity to casualties taken in the shooting phase, and are strong in close quarters, be that melee, or short-range gunfights (admittedly at a small points cost increase).

===Pros===
*Versatile and strong vehicles.
*Sgts who can actually take lasguns AND have BS3+ - apparently the DKOK are ''more reasonable'' than every other regiment (although odds are you still probably want the chainsword as well)
*You have numerous advantages over standard IG - infantry that are immune to morale tests caused by shooting (which is especially useful in a shooty meta) and have WS3+, which means you are almost impossible to budge off objectives. You also have access to unique units like Combat Engineers, Grenadiers, Deathriders, and various flavors of artillery.
*DKOK Field Officers are the cheapest HQ choice available to IG, bar none, and unlike normal JO's they don't consume a valuable Elites slot.
*Deathriders are possibly the ''best'' assault unit available to IG, short of Bullgryns, and put Rough Riders to shame. Hell, they put even ''Death Company'' to shame.
*Although legit models cost an arm and a leg recast DKOK are very easy to find online (and amusingly are sometimes higher quality casts than Forgeworld, with less bubbles, warping, flash, etc. YMMV). Thanks China.
*DKOK make excellent visual stand-ins for Armageddon Steel Legion, or vice-versa. Which is great because one of your only sources of re-rolling 1's is Yarrick.
*Hordes of infantry that can be buffed with force multipliers such as Commissars, Astropaths, Priests, and all Commanders.
*Dirt cheap troops means you can laugh off the loss of cheap guardsmen whereas an elite army cannot.
*The removal of platoons means you can get rid of some minor taxes. A little bit of points go a long way.
*Laughably easy to amass command points in a brigade detachment or multiple battalions due to dirt cheap units.
*The new Strength/Toughness and AP mechanics tend to favor hordes, as does the removal of templates. Your opponent won't get more than 6 hits from a flamer or heavy flamer, you actually get a save against both, and that heavy flamer only wounds your boys on 3s.
*You're the best ally army in the Imperium, bar none. It doesn't matter if you're bringing Space Marines, Sisters, AdMech, or [[Brood Brothers|Genestealers]]: you open more doors for more armies than any other army in the game, whether with long-ranged fire support, cheap bodies, or badass flyers.
*Let's state the obvious: Guard is by far one of the strongest armies in the game right now, right up there with Marines, Tyranids, and Death Guard. All those Eldar, Tau, and Necron players who cheesed their way through easy victories with Decurion detachments, Wraithknight spam, and markerlights are crying crocodile tears about how tricky Guard is to counter this edition. You're not invincible, but you are ''very'' point-efficient, and have probably the highest heavy-and-special weapon density in the game; there is almost no unnecessary purchase between you and your big killy guns.
* You have arguably one of the best looking armies in the game, and with awesome fluff to go with it.

===Cons===
*Overall flimsy infantry. What you have in numbers you do not have in resilience; your most common model statline is toughness 3 with a 5+ save. Still some of the toughest models point-for-point, but it practically forces you to buy in bulk.
*DKOK lose access to FRFSRF and Take-Aim, arguably the most useful orders available to IG, and their replacements (Duty unto Death, Without Mercy) are seriously underwhelming.
*Your standard infantry are slightly more expensive than vanilla IG, and can't take heavy weapons. Granted, you can still bring 100 models for only 500 pts. Amusingly the implication seems to be that the DKOK's lives are actually valued just a little bit ''more'' than a standard Guardsman.
*Comparatively weak in assault. S3 with 1 attack each is not doing you any favor, even though you hit on 3+. Close combat can still work, but shooting is preferable. Our Infantry squads are still better in assault than Battle Sisters, Guardians Defenders, Termagants or even Tactical Marines point for point. That's before Priests, Fix Bayonets, and regimental standard shenanigans. But squads caught in melee alone will fail anyway because...
*Individual units are weak without support from characters and other squads. Synergy is key.
*Anti-infantry weapons will destroy your hordes in short order.
*Anti-tank weapons will destroy your tanks in short order.
**Now stop and think about those above three points. Together, they constitute a major challenge when understood in tandem. Enemies can reap bounteous rewards through good target selection against the IG, and it can be tricky to find ways to deny their efforts. Take a typical mixed-unit army, some infantry and some tanks. There will be times when the enemy can pull off a highly effective attack, pointing their dakka at your infantry and their blasta at your tanks. Some units may have to be sacrificed to an effective enemy - let's say a unit of Centaurs against enemy melta fire - if it means guarding a more important yet similarly vulnerable target - your Leman Russes - until you can wheel a more effective counter unit into place - disposable infantry squads. You can only anticipate so much! The standard wisdom when designing an army is to aim for a uniform defensive approach between units, to prevent easy target practice for the enemy. But the IG are very dependent on synergy, so taking an all-infantry or all tank army is also quite risky! Whether it's a mixed army that demands carefully positioning and tough sacrifices, all-infantry that runs the risk of weak output or all-tank brigades that struggle to shoot fast enough, you've always got a catch when constructing your wall of shooty death.
*Playing Imperial Guard can be tedious. Whether its literally counting out ''hundreds'' of dice for shooting (bring bags, and expect to lose some) or spending more than half an hour just deploying your army (movement trays, learn to love them). Fortunately your turns will go by faster once you start piling up casualties.
*Although your units are cheap in points, they're not that cheap in cash, ''especially'' since the Death Korps are a [[Forge_World|Forge World]] exclusive army..
*You're not GW's [[Space Marines|favorite children]], so not only are new models for your army very rare, but your infantry models are mostly outdated as fuck and are rarely in stock. Just thank the Emperor that you don't have to buy pewter models for everything like Sisters players do. (PLASTIC SISTERS COMING OUT B*TCH! YEEAAHH!)
*Unless you keep everything in transports or a tank squad list (and maybe if you're playing against Orks), you're less likely to get the first turn by getting all of your units deployed first since during the roll-off the player who finished deploying first gets +1 to their roll (this is assuming you're using the new deployment method outlined in the Chapter Approved book and confirmed by GW, if you're using the old one you will rarely go first). Plan your strategy accordingly. Of course, you can get away with going tank and transport heavy better than most armies can.
*A fair few Forge World options have been removed from the site, so you'll need to either kitbash, or do some lurking online for them.
*You have to be a drug dealer, organ harvester and a prostitute at the same time if you want to afford an army.

==Important Rules References==
Games Workshop has been lax about propagating errata to their errata page, so FAQ links are included below. Current as of August 14, 2020.

*'''Index: Forces of the Astra Militarum''' is your go-to. It has all the main rules for the Death Korps of Krieg and many of the units you can take.
**The FAQ is [https://whc-cdn.games-workshop.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/imperial_armour_index_forces_of_the_astra_militarum-1.pdf here].
*'''Codex: Astra Militarum''' is your go-to for some options of your list..
**The FAQ is [https://whc-cdn.games-workshop.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/warhammer_40000_astra_militarum_en-1.pdf here].
*'''The Big FAQ''' contains some point changes that are relevant for the Death Korps. You can find it [https://whc-cdn.games-workshop.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/warhammer_40000_The_Big_FAQ_1_2018_en.pdf here].

==Special Rules==
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*'''Defenders of Humanity:''' [[Awesome|Leman Russes in a Spearhead Detachment]], and all Astra Militarum troop choices, have Objective Secured in 8th edition.
*'''Cult of Sacrifice:''' When taking Morale tests, ignore casualties inflicted in the Shooting phase. This applies to all Infantry units listed above, not just the Death Korps exclusive ones. This rule helps mitigate the punishing effects of morale, which is both fluffy and reduces their dependency on Ld-boosting aura effects.
**Note that this is casualties inflicted in the ''Shooting Phase'' not ''By Shooting''. So DKoK ignore casualties inflicted by Gets Hot!, which is good for Plasma and Carcass spam.
*Death Korps can take laspistols, hotshot laspistols, hotshot lasguns, dual hotshot laspistols, dual laspistols, and dual bolt pistols as ranged weapons, heavy flamers, twin heavy stubbers, and the normal selection of heavy weapons as heavy weapons, and chainswords as melee weapons. They cannot take sniper rifles as special weapons however.

==Warlord Traits==
Unfortunately, you can't take any Regiment-specific Warlord Traits, because you're not a part of that regiment. You can however, have an {{W40Kkeyword|Officio Prefectus}} character as your Warlord, such as Yarrick, or a Lord Commissar.

#'''Grand Strategist:''' Re-roll one failed hit, wound, or save per battle. More importantly, every time you spend a command point, get it back on a 5+. Quite powerful when you have an easy time making Brigades and other armies (SM) bring Vanguard. ''Beat the Smurfs at their own game!''.
#*While the CP is gained on a 5+ (aka 1/3), <u>that same CP you just got back can be regained yet again on a further roll of 5+</u> when it is spent. Since spent CP can be recovered once again after spending, if you spend your entire pool, recover as much as possible, spend it all, etc, the net impact is multiplying your pool by 1.5, not the 1.33 a naive approach would assume.
#*Note that Kurov's Aquila gives you a third of what your enemy spends, so the net effect of combining the two is that you have 1.5*(your starting CP + 1/3 of enemy's CP) - Kurov's will give you more the more your enemy spends, and this will give you more the more you spend.
#'''Old Grudges:''' At the start of the game, choose an enemy unit. All {{W40Kkeyword|Astra Militarum}} ''units'' within 6" of your warlord re-roll failed wounds against that unit.
#*Better than "Bring it Down!" and affecting multiple units, but against a single enemy unit you have to pick up front. Powerful when nominating Magnus or models providing buffs, but Guilliman and anyone smaller can hide from anything more dangerous than a Ratling, unless you nominate a key element of your enemy's strategy instead, like a deathstar squad or their transport.
#'''Implacable Determination:''' When the warlord and one friendly unit within 3" of them advance, both add 6" to their move instead of rolling.
#*Note the lack of keywords on this one - you can use this to accelerate any friendly. At its most extreme, if you've been allied to Tyranids via Genestealer Cults, this will work on both a GSC unit or a Tyranids unit.
#'''Draconian Disciplinarian:''' Re-roll failed Morale checks for friendly {{W40Kkeyword|Astra Militarum Infantry}} within 6" of the Warlord. ''Technically better than a Commissar, rerolling for free instead of at the cost of 1 execution''.
#*If applied to an actual Commissar, Summary Execution takes precedence. If the Summary Execution re-roll is also failed, d3 models are slain but the test is considered passed.
#'''Bellowing Voice:''' Increase all data sheet ability ranges of the Warlord by 3 inches, aka 9" orders (which ''won't'' stack with a Vox-caster) or 9" Commissar auras of Discipline and Summary Execution. ''Remember named characters, Masters of Ordnance and Officers of the Fleet can't get this WT in the first place''.
#'''Master of Command:''' Gain the Voice of Command Rule. If you already have it or Tank Orders, issue one extra order ''instead'' (Tank Commanders don't get infantry orders).
#*No longer an issue for Yarrick or Lord Commissars. The FAQ says {{W40Kkeyword|Commissar}}s can issue the basic orders to ''any'' {{W40Kkeyword|<regiment> infantry}} units, regardless of regiment, still unclear on what happens if you give this trait to ministorum priests, enginseers, psykers, etc. This is more special if you have multiple detachments, as Company Commanders may order units only from their own Regiment. So it's not only putting your orders in more baskets, but it carries fewer restrictions (although the Warlord won't have a Regiment-exclusive order). Remember, the {{W40Kkeyword|Commissar}} still won't have a {{W40Kkeyword|<regiment>}}, so they won't be able to order themselves.

==Orders==
The Death Korps of Krieg has a different roster of Orders compared to standard guard and can order {{W40Kkeyword|Cavalry}} as well as {{W40Kkeyword|Infantry}}.
===Infantry Orders===
*'''Re-roll Orders''': Death Korps lose Take Aim! and thus only have Bring it down! as a Re-roll Order. However, except in the case of Gets Hot!, Bring it down! has the same effect as Take Aim!
**'''Bring it down!''': Ordered unit re-rolls to-wound rolls of 1 until the end of the phase.
*'''Movement Orders''': Same as standard Guard. Death Korps are mostly footsloggers, so a fluffy army will find these more useful.
**'''Forwards, for the Emperor!''': Ordered unit can shoot, even if it advanced in the movement phase.
**'''Get back in the fight!''': Ordered unit can shoot, even if it fell back in its movement phase.
**'''Move! Move! Move!''': Ordered unit must move as if it were in the movement phase, and it must advance and cannot charge.
*'''Special Orders''': Death Korps lose First Rank fire! Second Rank fire! and gain the orders Duty Unto Death! and Without Mercy!
**'''Without Mercy!''': Lasguns and Hot-shot Lasguns become Pistol 2. While lacking in the sheer number of shots FRFSRF can bring out, it can be quite effective at surprising a melee-happy opponent when your gunline can keep on shooting even in close combat.
***This is basically your equivalent of FRFSRF, and unless you're under 12", actually gives the same firepower - no range change so you get 24" Pistol 2.
***However, because you still have access to Get back in the Fight!, overall you're usually ''worse'' with these weapons than stock Guard - FRFSRF+GBITF together solve most problems as well as or better than Without Mercy + GBITF. This order is primarily useful on Objectives, where you dare not Fall Back or you'll cease to contest.
**'''Fix Bayonets!''': May only be issued to units within 1" of an enemy unit. Ordered unit may immediately fight as if it were in the fight phase.
***This is more useful for Death Korps, as it can be given to their superior dedicated melee units, namely Death Riders.
**'''Duty Unto Death!''': Any INFANTRY or CAVALRY model in the affected unit slain in the Fight phase makes one last attack. Helps to wring out one last bit of usefulness from a unit that's losing a melee fight.
***Compared to Fix Bayonets! this is useless, as Fix Bayonets! lets '''all''' of a unit's models fight twice with their full attacks, not just slain models fight with one attack, so it is mainly only useful with the laurels of command.
When using death riders, Duty Unto death is the only way to get extra attacks with the lances. Fix Bayonets can not be used the same turn you charge (shooting is before charging and thus you are not within 1"). Duty Unto death *can* give some extra attacks if some death riders are killed. Otherwise stick to the other orders.
===Tank Orders===
*'''Gunners, Kill on Sight!:''' This gives your Leman Russes the ability to re-roll hits of 1. Pretty useful for an overcharging Executioner's main turret, or plasma cannons if your tank didn't move. This order is the one you will likely be using the most, as it increases your accuracy.
*'''Full Throttle!:''' This is simply the Tank Order version of "Move! Move! Move!", and is identical in every other respect. ''Did you ever expect a Russ to move 27", outrunning Eldar skimmers?''.
*'''Strike and Shroud! (Tank Order):''' Allows the ordered Russ to both fire its weapons (including Grinding advance) and protect itself with its smoke launchers, as if it had two shooting phases. You can use this rule to get into a shooting position (you can see the enemy but it can see you too) and cripple the enemy while you survive the return fire. Smoke launchers are One Use, and so is this rule.

==Psychic Powers==
Guard Psykers are drawn from the {{W40kKeyword|Scholastica Psykana}}, and thus don't have a regiment; however they're the only {{W40Kkeyword|Psykers}} with the {{W40kKeyword|Astra Militarum}} keyword, so if you want regiments, doctrines, and all that good jazz without adding another detachment, you're limited to the '''Psykana''' discipline. Fortunately for you, it's really good! The rules breakdown is [[Warhammer 40,000/Tactics/Psychic 101(8e)|here]], but here's some tactical commentary.
*'''Offensive Powers'''
**'''Terrifying Visions (WC 7):''' One of the hardest powers to channel, with only a 58.33% base chance of success. This, combined with the fact that most of the units you'll cast it on - those with high points-per-model where Battleshock is most painful - are high leadership, have ways around it, or can just deny your powers to begin with, makes it highly situational, and while it's not ''useless,'' it's probably the least useful power in the discipline.
***Before the IG Codex, it was the time of mixed Imperium armies. But multiple small detachments are still a thing, and -2Ld is less situational when you stack it: '''Sicaran Infiltrators''' can combine their own -1Ld aura with {{W40kKeyword|Metallica}}'s -1Ld Stratagem, and appear wherever you need them to. 120pts & -1CP for an Auxiliary Detachment, or 212pts for a Patrol and the cheap HQ Enginseer can repair your vehicles too. '''Reivers''' also have -1Ld and may deepstrike, and {{W40kKeyword|Black Templar}} reroll charges (233-268pts for a Patrol with Jump Pack Lieutenand and Scouts), not to mention SM in general have powerful melee infantry to begin with (plus the Standard of the Emperor Ascendant for another -1Ld). 6 Maul Bullgryn cost 252pts, so ''it's not unreasonable''. What we're saying is -2Ld is situational, ''but -4Ld not so much'' and you still have Crusaders, Bullgryn, Death Riders and disposable Korpsmen, boosted by Priests, Yarrick and Commissars. -4Ld renders expensive & resilient Plague marines as cowardly as Conscripts, but without a Commissar to "motivate" them. <u>IG is & Imperium all about coordination</u>, don't you restrict it.
**'''Gaze of the Emperor (WC 6):''' With a 72.22% base chance of success and no save of any kind aside from a deny roll, this is also a TEQ-buster. It's model-count-dependent, so it's lousy against Characters, but it can wreck small units of high points-per-model troops, or densely packed blobs of cheaper models. Aim carefully - friendly fire is ''on'' - and beware the random range!
**'''Psychic Maelstrom (WC 7):''' The other hard one to channel, but a ''hell'' of a lot more powerful. This can target Characters, and it's probably best used in this fashion; you've got a really solid chance of scoring at least one mortal wound if you pull it off. As-is, there's no way to add to the roll to wound, but the rule is future-proofed for it; if you do find a way, this power can become a ''lot'' stronger. Save a Command Re-Roll for this one - by re-rolling the lowest of two dice you can get it off about 84% of the time.
*'''Defensive Powers'''
**'''Psychic Barrier (WC 6):''' Channels relatively reliably and ''only'' benefits {{W40kKeyword|Astra Militarum}} units, for some reason. Best against poor AP attacks. The flat bonus to saves can make certain units ''stupidly'' durable; suggestions include Bullgryns, Korpsmen, Crusaders, and anything in the Baneblade family - it affects Invulnerable saves, too! Going from 3+ to 2+ outright halves wounds taken, before AP. Make sure to cast it on a unit that the enemy can't ignore so they don't just target something else. Good for Scions, since it protects against both ranged and melee. Stack it with '''Nightshroud''' on a Baneblade and make your opponent weep salt-water crocodile tears. One of the best powers on the list, right there with...
**'''Nightshroud (WC 6):''' A new power added with the Codex, this is essentially a psychic smokescreen; all ranged hit rolls made towards the targeted unit (which, again, must be {{W40kKeyword|Astra Militarum}}) subtract 1. Best against low accuracy shooting, think Gaunts and humans. Psychic Barrier is better in about 70% of the circumstances you'd be using this, but by RAW it can cause enemy Plasma gunners to blow themselves up, and ''completely'' negates '6+ to hit' effects like Necron Tesla weapons. It also stacks with Night Fighting and similar rules. More importantly, the two powers ''stack.'' Get two psykers and pick a unit you need to stick around, as [[Duncan Rhodes|two thin psychic layers are better than a thick one]]. Don't waste it on something the enemy can afford to ignore, though.
**'''Mental Fortitude (WC 4):''' AKA'' 'I'm'' the Commissar now!' This will go off more than nine times out of ten and makes the unit in question ''immune to morale''. You don't even have to execute anyone! It's not an AoE, and it's {{W40kKeyword|Astra Militarum}} only, but it can be a nice ability if the enemy is debuffing your units' Leadership, as Commissars will run the risk of executing people simply to fail the morale test anyway. Limited far more by the Psychic Focus rule in matched play - you only get one.

==Tactical Objectives==
;11 - Overkill
: 1 VP if a {{W40Kkeyword|ASTRA MILITARUM VEHICLE}} destroyed an enemy unit this turn, d3 VP if the vehicle in question was {{W40Kkeyword|TITANIC}}.
;12 - Regimental Pride
: 1 VP if you slew an enemy {{W40Kkeyword|CHARACTER}} with an attack made by one of your {{W40Kkeyword|<REGIMENT>}} {{W40Kkeyword|CHARACTER}}s this turn. Good luck with that, you're going to need it.
;13 - Chain of Command
: 1 VP if you issued 3-5 different orders or tank orders this turn, which goes up to d3 VP if you gave 6 or more orders or tank orders.
;14 - Troops on the Ground
: Score d3 VP if you control 3-5 objectives with {{W40Kkeyword|INFANTRY}} units. If you hold all 6 objectives with {{W40Kkeyword|INFANTRY}}, it becomes d3+3 VP.
;15 - Hammer of the Emperor
: 1 VP if you destroy an enemy unit that was controlling an objective at the start of the turn.
;16 - Death from Afar
: 1 VP if an enemy unit wholly within their deployment zone at the start of the turn was destroyed by a unit wholly within your own deployment zone this turn.

==Stratagems==
Each new Codex grants its faction new Stratagems.
Remember that some of these are irrelevant for the Death Korps, as they affect units that cannot be used for by your army, which sucks. These stratagems will stay here because you can ''technically'' use them, but it's a waste of CP.

*'''Aerial Spotter (2 CP):''' Use at the start of the shooting phase. A Wyvern or Basilisk can re-roll failed hit rolls in this phase.
*'''Consolidate Squads (1 CP):''' Use this stratagem at the end of your movement phase. Select two {{W40Kkeyword|Infantry Squads}} (the unit named "Infantry Squad", nor just any {{W40Kkeyword|Infantry}} units) within 2" of each other sharing the same {{W40Kkeyword|<Regiment>}}, and they combine to form one big unit. Who didn't see this coming? Allows you to sort-of recapture the blob guard armies of yore and use less orders, but it'll now cost you valuable command points. Still nothing an extra Battalion Detachment can't fix, though. Also a good option to 'save' orphaned special and heavy weapons by adding them to less mauled squads.
**The Stratagem doesn't have an explicit rule against combining a squad with a squad that's already been combined with this Stratagem, so ''in theory'' you could keep on consolidating them so long you have the CP...although you'll need 5 game turns to surpass 50 models when accounting for casualties. It does help if you're bent on having every single Guardsman listen to orders at all time; every Platoon Commander costs ''half an infantry squad'' after all. As casualties diminish each individual squad, your orders affect less and less models but this Stratagem fixes that problem just as the Munitorum pastes understrength Regiments together. Besides Orders, the primary benefit of this is that the defensive Psychic Powers (see below) get to protect more dudes, and that the other buffs you might have (again, see below) spread to more men.

*Alternative view point: there also is another benefit to do so defense stance for you heavy weapon teams. First, you need a lot more guys before even getting to their heavy weapon teams. Second, and more importantly, with a flamer in each infantry squad, for your adversary is lot more risky to charge 20ish guys with two 2 flamers, or 30ish guys with 3 flamers. It's a risky procedure that endangers you greatly in the shooting phase, but can be an unsuspecting tactical advantage if you desire to remove the enemy spotlight from your most sensible units. Aside from this, it's still best used sparingly.

*With the nerf to Summary Execution this strategem has gone from the only way to get big blobs of dudes like in 7th edition to a ''trap.'' If you combine units, you spend CP to make a unit that is ''more'' vulnerable to battleshock losses, not less (only in the Fight Phase) they can't be respawned anymore, either. The only thing you get out of this is order efficiency - which you can get by taking more officers, who are cheap - and Psychic Barrier/Nightshroud efficiency - which you can get with more psykers, who are ''also'' cheap. Of course this isn't really an issue since you're {{W40Kkeyword|Krieg}}, but it still renders the unit a bigger target, thus increasing the efficiency of enemy fire - five men is a juicy opportunity, while one man is a waste of ammo. The only real reason to use it now is to keep a Watchmaster with a Power Weapon alive so he can keep hacking at the enemy.
**Combine a squad that advanced into another squad that didn't. Order, shoot, and assault with the whole bunch as if they didn't advance.
*'''Crush them! (1 CP):''' Use this stratagem at the start of the charge phase. A Vehicle may charge, even if it has advanced this turn. In addition, all attacks made by the vehicle will hit on a 2+. Remember how the Baneblade family has 9 powerful melee attacks that are reduced in effectiveness by WS 5+? This will fix that in an instant and make sure that even dedicated melee units won't want to get into its newly boosted charging range.
*'''Defensive Gunners (1 CP):''' Use this stratagem when a charge is declared against one of your vehicles. When it fires Overwatch for the rest of the phase, it hits on a roll of 5 or 6. Vehicle formations can serve as a literal [[Mordian Iron Guard|wall of iron]] in front of your infantry, as the enemy won't be able to slip through them without declaring multiple charges. And you thought charging a Leman Russ with heavy flamers was already a risky proposition.
*'''Fight to the Death (1 CP):''' Any Imperial Guard unit can take a morale test on 1d3 instead of 1d6. You've got plenty of morale improving abilities already, but it's cheap and could be useful in an emergency. Now that commissars got the nerf this one got a lot more useful. You might want to use this stratagem if you’re using infantry or vets and need them to survive morale, and don’t have anything else to buff leadership nearby. It’ll help them survive losing 3-5 guys at once much more easily.
*'''Fire on my position! (3 CP):''' Use when the last model is slain from an Astra Militarum unit equipped with a vox-caster, before removing it from the table; for each unit within 3", on a 4+ that unit suffers 1d3 mortal wounds. Note, specifies ''unit with a vox-caster'', not model (you use it when the unit dies, not the specific model with the caster), and if several models all die together, you can choose which is the last to be removed from the table, to maximize the potential victims of this stratagem.
**Hits all nearby units, friend or foe, but only up to once per unit, so a waste of CP against a single blob, but excellent if a bunch of MSUs have melee'd you to death.
*'''Go! Recon! (1 CP):''' Use this stratagem at the beginning of your shooting phase; select a unit of Scout Sentinels. They immediately move 2d6", but cannot shoot or charge this turn. Useful for getting a Scout sentinel to an unguarded objective or out of trouble, but only applies to one unit, and can't be applied to an Armoured Sentinel; sacrificing a turn of shooting makes it extremely situational, and it doesn't even benefit a unit with a chainsaw blade, as they can't charge, either.
**Note that, although you can't Charge, you are still allowed to use this move to move within 1" of a enemy unit and thus fight in the Fight Phase, due to the fact that the prohibition on moving with 1" of an enemy model is only in effect during the '''movement''' phase. Do note that this is likely RAW instead of RAI, and thus may be FAQed.
*'''Grenadiers (1 CP):''' Use this stratagem before an {{W40Kkeyword|Astra Militarum Infantry}} unit either shoots or fires overwatch. Up to ten models in the unit armed with grenades may throw their grenades this phase instead of only one- basically the AM rip-off of the Death Guard grenade stratagem.
**This can be ''a powerful tool for any regiment in Overwatch'' on a roll of 3 or more. Beware gimped charge range against squishy distant enemies.
**Extra powerful in Cities of Death, where grenades both reroll all failed wounds and get the maximum possible amount of hits. That's 60 for ten models.
**Can also give Scions squads a nasty bite. Krak grenades will do a better job versus tanks than a hot-shot lasgun. 6 of them can supplement the squad's special weapons nicely, especially since scions are out of order range a lot more often.
*'''Jury Rigging (1 CP):''' Use this stratagem at the start of your turn. Select a AM Vehicle in your army, that vehicle can't move, charge or pile in this turn but immediately heals 1 wound. Good for giving that little push into a better health bracket if an Enginseer isn't around (or it wasn't enough), and you can still shoot with the targeted vehicle.
*'''Imperial Commander's Armoury (1/3 CP):''' One use only. Use "before the battle" and you may take 1 additional relic for 1 CP, or two additional relics for 3 CP; all relics must be different and given to different characters.
**"Before the battle" means, suprisingly, ''"before the battle"''. Use it to get the Dagger of Outflank before deployment? It works. The Grand Strategist WT needs the Warlord to be already on the field (which won't happen until the deployment phase) to refund your CP, so that ''won't'' work. But enemy Kurov's Aquilas do work, since they only need to be written in the enemy's roster, not any "while this Warlord is ''on'' the battlefield" limitation. ''You spend CP and gain extra toys before the battle, simple as that''.
*'''Inspired Tactics (1 CP):''' An officer can issue 1 more order. You can only bring so many Platoon and Tank Commanders, after all, and not everybody is Creed, Pask or Kell.
*'''Mobile Command Vehicle (1 CP):''' Use at the start of a turn; pick a Chimera, and until the end of the turn, an embarked officer may issue orders to units outside the vehicle, measuring range from the vehicle. He is also treated as having access to a Vox. Sadly it now costs CP to use Chimeras as the Command Vehicles they were...but under threat of enemy snipers, this Stratagem may be worth its CP. Unfortunately specifies Chimera only, so no Stormlord or Macharius command vehicles for you.
*'''Opening Bombardment (2 CP):''' One use only. After deployment but before the first battle round, each enemy unit on the battlefield suffers a mortal wound on a 1d6 roll of 6+. Like '''Fire on my position''', this can be useful against MSU, but less so if they hid themselves inside transports.
*'''Officio Prefectus Command Tank (2 CP):''' Commissar Tank! Pick a Leman Russ at the start of the first round, before the first turn - it gives all Astra Militarum units within 6" of it Ld9 for the rest of the game. It also lacks the Summary Execution rule while granting a superior LD buff, so you should always consider taking this stratagem over a regular Commissar. ''"Drive me closer, I want to hit them with my sword!"''
*'''Take Cover! (1 CP):''' Use this stratagem in your opponents shooting phase if they target one of your Infantry units. That unit immediately adds 1 to their saving throws (including invulnerable saves!) until the end of the phase.
*'''Vengeance for Cadia! (1 CP):''' Any Imperial Guard unit can re-roll failed hits and wounds versus {{W40Kkeyword|Chaos}}. Scary, this can turn even basic Infantry into a major threat against Daemons and Heretics, especially if you combine it with FRFSRF since it surpasses both "Take Aim!" and "Bring it Down!" effects (supercharge that Plasma). It goes without saying Consolidated squads use it better than lone Infantry ones, but keep in mind it affects {{W40Kkeyword|Vehicle}}s too. From the humble Sentinel to the mighty Manticore and Baneblade, the Stratagem's effects are far more powerful than its cheap cost would suggest.
*'''Vortex Missile (3 CP):''' ''Nuclear launch detected'', for when targets require not so much strategy as a "fuck you". Use this stratagem when you ''get to'' fire a Deathstrike missile (pay after rolling the 8, before resolving the shot). You can re-roll all failed to-hit rolls with the weapon, and add 1 to the roll made to determine if nearby units within 6" of the target unit are hit (so a 3+, rather than a 4+). If a model is wounded but not slain by the attack, roll an additional die, on a 6 it suffers 1d6 additional mortal wounds. Makes the missile go from 5.25 mortal wounds dealt on the target + 1 to each nearby to 8.46 + 1.72 per each nearby, but the amount of variance is ''very'' high, and that assumes you're shooting a parking lot, as single-wound models won't trigger the stratagem's extra mortal wounds.

==Wargear==
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===Ranged Weapons===
*'''Laspistol:''' A lasgun Pistol. More of a placeholder than anything else, but it's free. Still find the points to get the bolt version.
*'''Lasgun:''' Your trusty flashlight hasn't changed. What changed is the way strength rolls against wounds, allowing it to wound T5 on a 5+, and T7+ is no longer immune to them.
*'''Bolt Pistol:''' 1pt for a real pistol. Only advantage over the boltgun is that it can be fired in close combat.
*'''Boltgun:''' 1pt allows your Watchmaster/Character to actually contribute to a firefight instead of merely looking cool.
*'''Hot-shot Laspistol:''' What says on the tin, but only 6" range means you may not even get to shoot it before a charge. Karis Venner has one, to balance out his sheer power in buffing your dudes.
*'''Hot-shot Lasgun:''' Still sacrifices 6" of range for AP-2, but as the AP system itself changed this bad boy is ever so slightly worse at MEQ hunting now. Its short 18" range also makes it unable to rapid fire right after an Aerial Drop.
**edit:This only applies to deepstriking units, so the most useful use of these can be achieved with a transport, in particular our good old friend Valkyries which can take a Commander to boot, just remember that if they don't die next turn, your guys will.
*'''Plasma Pistol:''' An actual officer's weapon. Plasma can now be fired safely at S7 AP-3 to deal with infantry, and can be supercharged to S8 and D2 to deal with heavy infantry and even vehicles. However, a Gets Hot now outright slays the shooter, so reserve overcharges for your disposable Watchmasters instead. ''No longer overcosted at 5pts'', so it's actually worth considering now.

===Special Weapons===
*'''Flamer:''' A bit different in 8E. Templates are gone, so flamers do 1d6 Str4 autohits from 8" range. Thus, they may hit even single models several times and your flamers will never be out of position...but your enemy may bunch 20 gaunts together and you'll still only hit 3.5 on average. Due to its rate of fire being random regardless of the number of enemies, range so short it cannot be used right after an outflank and ''no longer ignoring cover'' while also lacking any AP whatsoever, you cannot depend on this weapon alone to beat hordes like it used to. Still, being an assault weapon that always hits, there's no penalty for advancing and firing, especially for Special Weapon Squads. It's also pretty useful insurance against charges as it always auto-hits during Overwatch and cautious opponents will position their charges at least 9" away to ignore its 8" range (making it statistically likely that they'll simply ''fail'' their charge to begin with).
*'''Grenade Launcher:''' Not bad, but there are better things available. Krak grenades in particular took a big hit, with insufficient AP and Str. Furthermore, there is no more rear AV10 to target anymore. Frag grenades average 3.5 lasgun shots, make of it what you will.
*'''Meltagun:''' Good against ''anything with lots of wounds'', not just vehicles. 12" Assault allows it to be fired even if you ran. S8 AP-4 D1d6 makes it more powerful than supercharged plasma yet safe. Damage doesn't spill, so it's more efficient against singular huge targets of any kind. If you manage to get to 6" for melta range, the average Damage goes from 3.5 to 4.47, making it more reliable. However, it is expensive: 12 points for regular guardsmen and 17 for anyone with BS of 3+ or better. On a model with 3+ BS, the meltagun within half range has a slight advantage in terms of average damage dealt per point over a supercharged plasma gun in rapid firing range, but you have to be close to reap the maximum potential of metlaguns. The choice between plasma and melta should be based on what you want your infantry units to be doing. If your dudes are going to be sitting in a static gunline, plasma is probably a better choice. If you are getting your men close (preferably via a transport or Valkyrie) melta can be the better option.
*'''Plasma Gun:''' See the Plasma Pistol, but in Rapid Fire. A bit less powerful than in 7E due to the new mechanics, but it can be fired safe so it's ok. You only need to supercharge against [[Grey Knights|mean]] [[Tyranids|bastards]], but against mean [[Chaos|bastards]], you ''need'' to supercharge. Curiously, it's about half as cheap for models with BS4+ (7pts) as it is for BS3+ models like Veterans and Scions (13pts). Given that you have a variety of ways to re-roll 1's ('''"Hero of Hades Hive"''', etc.) casualties from supercharging can be easily minimized.
**Given it has the same 24" range and Rapid Fire profile as Boltguns and Lasguns, Plasma Guns are the default special weapon choice in most squads. Remember, it is only 7 points on BS4+ models. Point for point, plasma is the most efficient weapon for regular guardsmen at engaging tough targets. As for BS 3+ units (vets, Scions, etc.), there is room for debate between plasma and melta. The question should always be: "what is this unit going to be doing?"

===Melee Weapons===
Most of these are specific to one unit. The ones that aren't are listed below, and may be taken by sergeants and most characters. As of newer codex, Power Axe and Power Maul are no longer available options in Imperial Guard Armory, <strike>but you can simply field them using their Index entries.</strike>''(Legends)'' However, none of them will make you ''great'' at melee. Almost everything that can take something here gives up a chainsword to do so, although normal Commissars do not.

*'''Chainsword:''' Some credit must be given to the old standby. In addition to being free, it gives an extra attack with it. This is why Watchmasters should give all of the other options here a complete miss, unless maybe they have a priest.
*'''Power Axe:''' S+1 AP-2 looks good on paper, and it is, the only problem being it's 5 points instead of 4. But then again, so what? Generally the best option for killing T3, and not bad against T4, it's the take-all-comers option.
*'''Power Fist:''' Sx2 AP-3, but forces a -1 to hit on the model using it. Korpsmen don't feel the impact of the downsides too much, given their 3+ WS. While expensive, it's cheaper than it was in the Index, and as a result, almost everything that can take this will see the best results from it.
*'''Power Maul:''' At S+2 AP-1, this is the best choice if you're fielding a Lord Commissar but want to keep him cheap - it'll outperform the sword for the same cost.
*'''Power Sword:''' At SUser AP-3 and 4 points, just not good enough for the S3 models that can mostly take this - and the S4 models prefer the Fist. You should generally avoid this unless you're looking for a budget choice, or you like the look of swords.

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===Heavy Weapons===
*'''Mortar:''' 48" Heavy D6 S4 AP0 D1, and may fire indirectly. At 8 points a gun team, it's a dirt cheap light and medium infantry muncher. Because of the revision to the way AP works it's in direct competition with the Heavy Bolter; this ALSO means it's in ''in''direct competition with your ''entire motor pool.'' Consider this when the challenge of fitting half a dozen kits' worth of mortar tubes into your list is a daunting prospect.
*'''Heavy Bolter:''' 36" Heavy 3 S5 AP-1 D1. It's still standard on every vehicle in your motor pool, and it's better than the Autocannon against T5 and less, but especially 4 and 2 where it hits 50% harder. It's gone ''way'' down in price (8 points), so the choice is a ''choice'' now, but it's still one of the weaker options.
*'''Autocannon:''' 48" Heavy 2 S7 AP-1 D2. The 'Pom-Pom' is the all-rounder choice for heavy weapons. Its two S7 AP-1 D2 shots don't particularly excel against any one kind of target. The heavy bolter is generally the superior choice against infantry much like the lascannon is the go to for anything with high toughness and multi wound. The autocannon does, however, act as an the intermediate between those two. Because Guard has access to cheap platforms for weapons, it may be better to specialize your units. However, having autocannons can let your bolters focus on the infantry, your lascannons focus on the big guys so you aren't wasting those two on the intermediate targets like MEQs and Sentinels as well as 2-wound units like some Eldar Jetbikes, Nobz, etc.
*'''Missile Launcher:''' 48" Heavy D6 S4 AP0 D1 or 48" Heavy 1 S8 AP-2 D1d6. Still the Jack of All Trades, still the Master of None. Lost the option for a flak missile (though you don't really need it, as fliers can be hit on 5s by guardsmen now, and 4s by Veterans and Scions) but kept the cost; at 10 points it's cheaper than a Lascannon. Compared to Autocannons, it is better against the hordiest and heaviest units such as Guardsmen or tanks, but the auto cannon has a slight edge against MEQ, a decent edge against T5 and T6 MEQ and TEQ, and kicks ass against almost anything with 2 wounds, especially with light or medium armor like Nobz or Rough Riders (as neither frag nor krak missiles are fully effective against such models). While some armies you'll play against have a hard time fielding T8 units where you won't feel the decreased strength from the lascannon. With the Big FAQ that came out in April of 2018, the potential for limits of a single datasheet could be imposed which would restrict the number of heavy weapon teams one could take potentially making it harder to specialize units en masse making more versatile options more appealing. This and the possibility of facing few T8 units, however, is situational and by no means a sure thing. Lascannons still have superior strength and AP for the same cost and mortars do the same thing as frag missiles for one quarter the cost. You're playing Guard and your platforms for heavy weapons are cheap. It is often better to specialize units which makes the missile launcher less appealing. Some units may be better served having versatility though. The Avenger for example comes stock with purpose built AT (lascannons) and GEQ-eating (Avenger bolt cannon) weapons so having additional versatile weapons may not be a bad choice. Like everything else in Guard however, you need to ask yourself what you want your unit to be doing and give them the best loadout for that one job.
*'''Lascannon:''' 48" Heavy 1 S9 AP-3 D1d6. The ever-reliable Imperial tank-buster. The improved strength over Missile Launchers is critical, as most tanks are T8, meaning krak missiles wound on 4s while the Lascannon wounds on 3s. The extra AP doesn't hurt, either; carapace armor is ignored entirely, and Land Raiders have to roll with a 5+. It's the same price as last edition, at 15 points, but the D6 damage lets it threaten heavy units, and it can now be used to snipe heavy infantry in cover.
*'''Heavy Flamer:''' 8" Heavy 1d6 S5 AP-1 D1. Can only be taken by Grenadier, Heavy Weapons Squads and Vehicles. This almost strictly better than a Flamer, with the only downside that it can't advance and fire and it is more expensive.
*'''Twin Heavy Stubber:''' 36" Heavy 6 S4 AP0 D1. As it ties with the Heavy Bolter against MEQs and beats the Mortar against GEQs, take it unless you are low on anti TEQ. Models look quality too.
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===Vehicle Weapons===
There are many weapons that are only available on vehicles, and other weapons that are also available to infantry have different tactics when mounted. (note, this list is currently incomplete)

*'''Multi-Melta:''' 24" Heavy 1 S8 AP-4 D1d6. If you're within 12" of the target you roll 2D6 for damage and take the highest. Leman Russ Demolishers can find some use out of this to brawl with enemy heavy vehicles and monsters, although they'll take a penalty for firing on the move. Cost is unchanged from 7th, at the same 15 point cost as a lascannon, but because it's so difficult to get it into range for the increased damage, particularly without incurring a -1 penalty to hit, and due to how AP works in 8E, you're usually better off with a lascannon against T8 (or incredibly rare T9) targets; the Multi-Melta remains far superior against <-T7 with 3+ or better saves, but the big issue remains getting into range - lighter vehicles like that are faster, and you don't want to be fighting infantry hordes with either weapon - and it's not like you can rely on your opponent leaving his T8 at home. Plus, Multi-Meltas are hurt ''far'' more by invuln saves than lascannons are. Your more reliable anti-tank choice is always going to be the lascannon, for the same cost.
*'''Plasma Cannon:''' 36" Heavy D3 S7 AP-3 D1 or S8 AP-3 D2 Gets Hot. ''Someone found the manual!'' If a korpsman overcharges it, it gets the more powerful statline, but a 1 on the hit roll kills you. Yes, that's correct - no armor save, you're just ''dead.'' The ones on Leman Russ sponsons have special vents to survive this, taking only a single mortal wound per 1 rolled. Cost is unchanged from 7th, though when buying just one, you only pay for one. Careful firing on the move or against Tyranids with venomthropes; those -1 to-hit modifiers now make it much more likely to roll that 1, at least until GW regains its sanity and makes it only a natural one.
**When fired on normal mode, this is equal to or worse than an autocannon against everything in the game with 2 or more wounds, but often better against 1-wound targets, since the improved AP helps, while the difference in Damage doesn't matter. In overcharged mode, it completely puts the autocannon to shame - but even with re-rolling 1s to hit, you run a 5.45% chance every time you fire it of slaying the wielder, and the wielders you don't mind losing - heavy weapons teams - can't carry it. That's a whopping 29.78% chance to lose the wielder without the buff, incidentally. On top of all this, its ''only'' advantage over a plasma gun is range - its average rate of fire is the same as a plasma gun within rapid fire range, and a plasma gun can be carried by a Moving wielder without penalty, while costing ''less than half'' of what a plasma cannon does. By and large, avoid this weapon if you can.

*'''Leman Russ Main Guns'''
**'''Battle Cannon:''' The main gun of your standard Leman Russ. With the new rules of firing twice when moving at half speed with no penalty, the amount of fire this cannon can unleash is terrifying. Take aim at anything GEQ or MEQ, and this gun can level squads of 5-10 with ease, don't waste it on large swarms or blobs. Against T5-T7 multi-wound models, it can easily down a dreadnought, or if you feel lucky, can put a surprisingly decent smack on some T8 models with the right stratagem and a group of tank commanders (looking at you Pask). The Battle Cannon is very much a generalist weapon able to do most battlefield roles but will lose out to more specialized weapons. The main downsides are the variable damage, as you are relying on RNG against low multi-wound models whom you'll either kill outright or scratch them to death in a nonstop battle of attrition, and that it struggles against invulnerable saves which negate the cannon's AP advantage.
**'''Exterminator Autocannon:''' Costs more than the Battle Cannon, which would be worth it for the (very slightly) improved rate of fire, except that its output is inferior against T4, T7, T8, anything with a 5+ or better save, and anything without exactly 2 wounds.
**'''Eradicator Nova Cannon: ''' Often overlooked. For 3 points ''more'' than a Battle Cannon, you lose 36" of range and only hit at S6. In exchange you ignore cover bonuses, which would have been negated anyway by the Battle Cannon's AP-2. This is perhaps the most specialized of all the Leman Russ options, so only consider bringing it against targets that depend on cover saves (Space Marine Scouts with camo cloaks, Eldar Rangers, AdMech with cover canticles, Poxwalkers, Vindicare Assassins, ''Imperial Guard'', etc). Perhaps the best at straight-up ''murdering'' GEQs in cover (wounding on 2+ with no save), its extra 12" range edging out the Demolisher Cannon.
**'''Vanquisher Battle Cannon''': The Vanquisher, a dedicated anti-tank cannon, is proof that GW is incapable of statistics, as it performs worse against heavy armour than every Leman Russ turret except the exterminator, despite being one of the pricier options (doing 0.93 wounds to another Russ; every other variant manages at least 1 wound). Sad thing is, if GW had given it a flat 2+ to wound against vehicles or flat 2D6 damage instead of 2D6 drop the lowest, it’d perform better against most vehicles than other Russes. ''Never'' take this.
**'''Demolisher Cannon''': Statistically the best tank-buster of all Russ cannons, and easily the most powerful (and expensive) of all the Leman Russ options at 40 pts, the Demolisher is S10 AP-3 dealing '''D6''' damage. It has the same range as a lasgun, a 24" bubble of pure unadulterated fucking murder. If you have to choose it's best taken on a Leman Russ rather than a Baneblade/Hellhammer (which won't benefit from '''"Grinding Advance"''').
**'''Executioner Plasma Cannon''': A plasma cannon with nearly double the rate of fire even before you use Grinding Advance to shoot twice and without a movement penalty, but only x1.33 the cost, and cheaper than a Battle Cannon, at the same price as a Punisher. If you fire it on Supercharge - which you should - it will outshine the Battle Cannon easily, dealing more damage to W2 models at -1AP for 9.1% (2) fewer points. That actually places this weapon in direct competition with the Demolisher Cannon, above - when Supercharged, the Demolisher's only improvement against most targets is +2S, which is of dubious utility, given that it costs 25% more and has 66.67% the range.
**'''Punisher Gatling Cannon''': Tank-mounted BRRRT. Statistically, your best friend against infantry, but it lacks range and struggles against heavy stuff. However, consider grinding advance. While the range is short if you give this vehicle track guards and maybe use full throttle on it the turn before it can easily be in range to do 40 S5 shots while maintaining a 29" threat range (24" plus half move) even until it only has 1 wound remaining. Getting scary yet? Remember that tank commander who ordered it to use full throttle? Now give it kill on sight to reroll 1s with all those shots. Virtually no INFANTRY units in the game can withstand that level of firepower. Additionally, because of the way AP works in 8e the sheer volume of fire can do decent damage against targets that might not immediately come to mind when thinking about a minigun on steroids. This is particularly true if you can get a punisher to hit more that 50% of the time... Looking at YOU Pask!
**'''Annihilator Twin Lascannon''': You know it, you love it. The same cost as a Demolisher Cannon that trades the flexibility against infantry for a reliable number of shots and twice the range. More exciting then most other army's version due to Grinding Advance and Tank Orders, amongst other things.
**'''Conqueror Battle Cannon''': A Battle Cannon with 2' less range that costs more. However, the gun itself is not important; it's the Co-axial Storm Bolter that is the real selling point here. When shooting the main gun at the same target as the Co-axial, you may reroll any and all hits made with the cannon. This makes the Conqueror one of the most potent and flexible Russ variants this addition, enough to make you ask yourself when trying to select which gun to bring 'Why SHOULDN'T I take a Conqueror?' Just keep in mind your Storm Bolter's range is half your cannon's, so you gotta get up close and personal to make the most of this; still though, you'll be performing identically to the battle cannon from 24-48", and significantly better inside of 24".
*'''Earthshaker:''' The Earthshaker smacks units up to '''240"''' away at with the same power as a lascannon, rolling 2D6 for shot count and taking the highest while ignoring LOS. It performs better against vehicles than troops, because its multi-wound power is wasted against infantry. Unless you're playing on a 20 ft board (or at a table across the room) the range on an Earthshaker is pure overkill.
*'''Neutron Laser Projector:''' a cannon that hits plenty hard, fires more than one shot and gets damage rerolls vs vehicles (who also take a -1 shooting penalty if the shot damages them)
*'''Macharius Vulcan Mega-Bolter''' unlike the stormlord variant, it retains the ability to spin up to maximum speed if the tank hasn't moved, doubling its rate of fire to 30 compared to the stormlord's 20. On a S6 AP-2 gun, that's some SERIOUS pain.

===Vehicle Equipment===
All of your non-Forge World vehicles on ''treads'' that isn't a Baneblade variant (i.e. not a Lord of War) has access to this list.

*'''Augur Array:''' The vehicle may re-roll one hit die per game, at a cost of 10 points; with the vast array of other possible sources of re-rolls, this upgrade should be rejected out of hand. Perhaps the most useless thing in the entire book.
*'''Dozer Blade:''' Adds one to melee hit rolls when charging. Not bad ''per se'', at 5 points, for that rare situation where you want to charge with a Leman Russ (finishing off MCs, for instance). Can be combined with Crush Them! if you're trying to hit something giving you a penalty to hit, and has some synergy with Straken's aura. Or if you just want your tanks to look cool.
** Actually crush them just forces a +2 to hit regardless of modifiers, probably not worth it considering how many CP you'll have.
*'''Hunter-Killer Missile:''' This is a missile launcher with only the Krak profile that can only shoot once per game, at slightly more than 1/4 the points (i.e. 6). Not bad on Pask or a Tank Commander for a little extra punch on turn 1.
*Pintle Weapon; '''one''' of:
**'''Heavy Stubber:''' 4 points for 36" Heavy 3 S4 AP0 D1 is a bit more to think about it; you can't move and shoot it without being at Ork BS, ''and'' it's twice the cost of the Storm Bolter, while ''fewer'' shots out to 12" (relevant for e.g. Overwatch). Synergizes with the Stormlord which already comes stock with 2x Heavy Stubbers, while costing less than 1% of the tank itself.
**'''Storm Bolter:''' 2 points for 24" Rapid Fire 2 S4 AP0 D1. A perfectly respectable option on just about everything, and particularly useful in Overwatch.
*'''Track Guards:''' Easily the most useful of all the vehicle upgrades. Makes the vehicle ignore the damage table in respect to degraded movement range. This one does actually make sense to take as it will keep your vehicles agile even when they're on their last wound. As far as upgrades go 10 points is an investment - put it on a Hellhound and laugh as your opponent fails to escape its auto-hitting cleansing flames even when its down to 1 wound! Also useful on Leman Russes and short-range tanks like Demolisher and Eradicators.

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===Other Wargear===
**'''Platoon Standard''': Can be carried by either normal Infantry Squads or Command Squads, and gives all {{W40Kkeyword|Death Korps}} units within 6" of a unit with a model in it with one of these may add 1 to its Leadership when taking a Morale test.
**'''Regimental Standard''': Carried by Command Squads, all friendly {{W40Kkeyword|Death Korps}} units within 6" of a ''model'' with one of these may add 1 to its Leadership and attacks.
*Command and Infantry Squads, Engineers, and Grenadiers:
**'''Vox-Caster:''' This machine is the beating heart of the Orders system. It's greatly simplified from previous editions; if an Officer is within 3" of a model with a Vox, and the target squad also has a Vox (and is of the same {{W40Kkeyword|Death Korps}}), the range of the order is ''tripled'' to 18". The important thing to note here is that it means your Officers can improvise their command structure a lot more - ''any'' Vox can send, and ''any'' Vox can receive, as long as the Officer and target squad share regiments. It is entirely legal - and fluffy - for your Field Officer, his assigned Vox operator having been killed, to run to a nearby squad of Grenadiers and commandeer their Vox Operator to continue sending orders! This also means you don't need to rely on flimsy four-man Command Squads for your Officers to send orders out.
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===Heirlooms of Conquest===
Relics return in the new Codex. Like Warlord Traits, the regiment-specific ones really are regiment-specific, so custom regiments can only use the Universal list, but once again, this list contains the best options anyway, ''Kurov's Aquila'' and ''The Laurels of Command''.
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*'''The Blade of Conquest:''' Replaces a Power Sword. At S+2 AP-4 D1d3 it's better than a Relic blade...but if you want one why not take an actual Relic Blade on a SM? But if you're bent on demonstrating mortal hands are worthy of this [[Lord Solar Macharius|Macharian blade]], a Marshal, or Lord Commissar, could make something out of it, especially when supported by the usual retinue of Ogryn Bodyguard, Priest, [[Commissar Yarrick]], Bullgryn and Crusaders. The Guard may be a shooty army, but mortals can still fight the good fight with blade, boot and bodies. Plus the sword is only 4pts, ''try having some fun''.
*'''The Dagger of Tu'Sakh:''' {{W40kKeyword|INFANTRY officers}} only, per the FAQ. During deployment you can set up the bearer and one {{W40kKeyword|INFANTRY}} unit of the same Regiment (if the bearer has one) in ambush behind enemy lines. At the end of any of your movement phases these units may launch their attack. Set them up within 3" of each other, more than 6" from any battlefield edge, and more than 9" away from enemy units. ''Surprise Special weapons are always welcome, especially when they're a part of a bigger plan instead of just them.''
*'''The Deathmask of Ollanius:''' {{W40Kkeyword|Infantry}} only; the bearer has a 4++, and once per game, at the start of your turn, can heal 1d3.
**An Ogryn Bodyguard with a Slabshield will now have a 2++ (Bullgryn Plate optional) to only ever worry about snipers fishing for 6s and the Mortal Wounds he'll get from doing bodyguard duty...risks that are both diminished by it suddenly healing 1d3W, helping the overwhelmed Quartermaster.
*'''The Emperor's Benediction:''' Replaces a Commissar's or Lord Commissar's Bolt Pistol, giving it +2 shots, -1AP, and +1D. While it can also target {{W40Kkeyword|Character}}s like a 12" sniper, it can't do so when the bearer is within 1" of the enemy, unlike the very similar {{W40Kkeyword|Imperial Fists}} Spartean relic Bolt Pistol. Still, better than a Plasma Pistol.
*'''Kurov's Aquila:''' {{W40Kkeyword|Officer}}s only (now including Tank Commanders!). Every time your opponent uses a stratagem, roll 1d6, and on a 5+, you gain ''one'' Command Point. Which you may regain once you use them yourself with the '''Grand Strategist''' WT, allowing you to farm more CP out of the already high amount you'll have. Damn solid relic. ''Punish Ultrasmurfs for their recycling command points!''
*'''The Laurels of Command:''' One of the better relics too! {{W40Kkeyword|Officer}}s with Voice of Command. When the bearer issues an order to a friendly {{W40Kkeyword|Death Korps}} unit within 6" of them, roll a die; on a 4+, the bearer can immediately issue them another order, which does not count against the orderer's maximum, ''and can trigger Laurels again''. Also the only way in the game to stack multiple orders on one unit, though the bonus orders can't be the same as the first (so no, you can't use Fix Bayonets like 10 times if you keep making the roll).
**{{W40Kkeyword|Death Korps of Krieg}} caught in melee wouldn't fall back because of their better WS: turn your Lasguns into pistols with '''"Without Mercy"''', but then go directly to '''"Fix Bayonets"'''. {{W40Kkeyword|Death Riders}} should instead '''"Fix Bayonets"''' and then '''"Duty onto Death"'''.
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==Units==
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*'''Death Korps Marshal:''' The equivalent of a Company Commander doesn't come stock with a chainsword (but can take one for free, so he might as well) or shotgun, but he does come with a Krak Grenade and a higher armor save. Additionally, the Momento Mori he can buy forces all weapons that normally roll for damage to treat the roll as a 1, giving him a bit more staying power than normal.
**'''Marshal Karis Venner:''' Your named Character for the Death Korps, he comes with a hot-shot laspistol, powersword, and Momento Mori. He can issue three Orders per turn and lets friendly units within 12" to use his Ld value unless their own Ld is higher. With that Ld aura, you can combine Venner with a platoon and regimental standard for an '''Ld 11''' bubble 25"+ in diameter (depending on what size base you put him on). Basically gives your guys fearless. A little something to remember: RAW states that '''all''' friendly units can use Venner's Ld, which means that all units in your army use his Ld. That's right. Terminators with Ld 11? Yes, please.
***If you really want to be cheesy, get him to sit on an Imperial Defence Line for another +1 to his Leadership. This will result in units that need to take at least 7 casualties (and, if they're Death Korps, those loses can't be in the Shooting Phase) to even have a chance of losing models to Morale and, even after taking 9 casualties, will still have a 50% chance of the remaining model holding the line. Finally, if you use the Fight to the Death stratagem, they '''become immune to Morale completely'''. And remember, this applies to all friendly units. Have fun with those Leadership 12 Space Marines.
*'''Death Korps Field Officer:''' The Platoon Commander equivalent, though he shares the improved armor save with the Marshal and comes with a Marshal's Ld score as well. At 23 points base, possibly the cheapest HQ choice in the game (other regiments have to spend a precious Elite slot on their version of this guy).
*'''Death Korps Death Rider Squadron Commander:''' A Field Officer on a horse, with a boost to Toughness and Wounds to go with it. Having the same Augmented Mount ability as other Death Riders helps to increase his durability, and for obvious reasons he's the best choice for getting Orders to your cavalry.
*'''Tank Commander:''' A single Leman Russ tank, with 3+ to hit and '''Tank Orders''' ([[Warhammer_40,000/Tactics/Death_Korps_of_Krieg(8E)#Orders|as seen in their section]]) to boost a single fellow Leman Russ (the Codex doesn't say he can't order himself, but an earlier Index FAQ did. However the official facebook account of Games Worskhop for warhammer 40.000 confirmed that both Pask and Tank commanders can order themselves). As such, you're paying +45pts over a normal Russ for ''one'' order and BS3+, but it is an extra Russ in HQ as opposed to Heavy. There are ways to make it issue more orders, but is it worth passing the other Warlord Traits?. Still, with Warlord Traits, they can do different gimmicks. Plus, being {{W40Kkeyword|Officer}}s, they unlock Command Squads. In all other respects, it's still a {{W40Kkeyword|Leman Russ}}: it gains '''Objective Secured''' in an {{W40Kkeyword|Astra Militarum}} Spearhead detachment, can become an '''Officio Prefectus Command Tank''', and has the same weapon options.
**Unfortunately, RAW says they can't ride in a Leman Russ Mars Alpha, but if you're not at a tournament, who's going to tell you otherwise?
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====={{W40Kkeyword|Adeptus Astra Telepathica}}=====
*'''Primaris Psyker:''' Gone are the days of making everything reroll hits. Compared to an Astropath you get a compulsory force stave, one more known power, and more durability. Can still only cast 1 a turn, so only bring him if you need HQs or are worried about snipers (he's tougher than an Astropath) or want to be able to smite like a big boy. Slightly okayish in close combat. Keep a Commissar nearby in case Perils kills him- he'll still die, but it'll prevent mortal wounds from spilling over to anyone else.
**'''Note:''' These guys are probably the best cheap way to spam (unmodified) Smite in the game; on average he scores 1.79 mortal wounds per turn (assuming he's at full health - he gets a bit worse as his ability to survive Perils goes down), which likely is more damage than any other 40 point unit in this army will deal. Astropaths may be more efficient when it comes to utility, but being able to reliably get off Smite makes these a steal for their points. If you assume no one is attempting to Deny you, a Primaris Psyker's Points-Per-Wound with ''Smite'' is 22.33 (assuming he can live through Perils, which he can from full health, guaranteed); an Astropath's is 22.5 but their odds of actually casting ''Smite'' on 1D6 are abysmal. ''Psychic Maelstrom'' is generally much better than ''Smite'', so consider taking it as your 2nd backup power.
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====={{W40Kkeyword|Adeptus Mechanicus}}=====
*'''Tech-Priest Enginseer:''' ''Not'' an Astra Militarum option per se, but you can field this guy using his Adeptus Mechanicus entry, where he is an HQ choice; per the rules in the AM Codex, he explicitly won't block your Regiment rules. Your Regiment ''will'' block his Canticles, but he doesn't get those anyway when fielded as an Elites choice. The benefit of doing this is that you can pay an HQ tax with an Enginseer, which you may have wanted anyway to keep your tanks repaired, in e.g. a Spearhead detachment, or better yet a Supreme Command Detachment with 3 of them; the major downside is that he won't have the {{W40Kkeyword|Astra Militarum}} keywords, so you won't be able to convince him to get on any of your transports, and he'll cause other problems, like interfering with Stratagem access. Still, he's legal, just a poor choice.
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====={{W40Kkeyword|Adeptus Ministorum}}=====
*'''Uriah Jacobus:''' A Ministorum Priest on steroids who now has the Astra Militarum faction keyword and qualifies as an HQ despite being found in the Adeptus Ministorum portion of the index. For 65 points more than a standard Priest (100, rather than 35, and we'll be assuming the Priest took a Bolt Pistol and Bolter, since every other choice on a Priest is worse), you get: +2 Ld (which is irrelevant, but note that that's counting both his native Ld and his aura, which hits himself), +2A and +1WS, which is largely irrelevant, +1BS and the Bolter becomes Assault 2 and has -1AP, and is D2 on a 6+ to wound, which is nice, but not worth the cost, 1d6 Deny the Witch, which is nearly worthless, and +1 Leadership to nearby {{W40Kkeyword|Adeptus Ministorum}} or {{W40Kkeyword|Astra Militarum}} {{W40Kkeyword|infantry}}. Finally, and most valuably, he occupies an HQ slot, simultaneously helping to pay your HQ taxes while avoiding occupying a potentially valuable Elites slot.
**He's not worth his cost, which is nearly 3 normal Priests, but it's worth noting he ''does'' buff Commissar leadership - if you combine him with a Lord Commissar, units will receive 10 Leadership, not 9, which means they need to suffer a fifth casualty before Summary Execution starts making your life worse. However, it's far more cost efficient at that point to just buy more soldiers with your points - you have no units valuable enough for Uriah to earn his cost back this way. That said, if you're already bringing Yarrick, this ''can'' be a way to reduce the damage he'll inflict on your army.
**Despite having the {{W40Kkeyword|Astra Militarum}} and {{W40Kkeyword|Ministorum Priest}} keywords, he is not listed as a unit you can take without breaking your Regimental abilities. GW has not updated the Guard FAQ because it might cause Primaris Marine or Nurgle/Death Guard production to fall below optimal levels, so unless your opponent is a reasonable sort, either leave him at home or take him in an Vanguard/Supreme Command detachment along with your Commissars, Psykers, Ogryns/Bullgryns, and Ratlings (or in a general {{W40Kkeyword|Imperium}} detachment).
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====={{W40Kkeyword|Officio Prefectus}}=====
*'''Lord Commissar:''' A more expensive Commissar with a power sword, but improved in all key stats like ''not using up one of your crowded Elite choices'', offense (BS & WS2+), resilience (4W 4+/5++) and, most importantly, '''Ld9''' for his Aura of Discipline, which is important now Summary Execution became a mere (thankfully optional, as of the most recent FAQ) Morale reroll at the tax cost of one dude, as opposed to the outright morale near-immunity it used to be. With enough casualties, you'll just fail the reroll regardless of result. Still, Ld9 is hands down better than Korpsmen Ld6, and you'll lose fewer of them. He works best with squads small enough to benefit from Aura of Discipline without triggering Summary Execution, like Ogryn. Furthermore, he's the one with enough WS to properly use a Power Fist. Always replace his bolt pistol for a bolter; same price, double shots. His 2+ BS also makes a plasma pistol a tempting option since you're only paying 4 points more over the mandatory bolt pistol.
**Company Commanders with '''Draconian Disciplinarian''', and Kell, both allow ''optional'' Ld re-rolling without shooting up a guy, which is superior to Summary Execution, although they don't boost Ld by themselves. A Regimental Standard will get your Infantry Squads up to normal Commissar Ld8.
** Post-FAQ the Lord Commissar has practically become an auto-include - for a mere 35 pts you get a LD9 aura, optional ATSKNF, insurance against Perils of the Warp, and a surprisingly decent melee character.

**'''Officio Prefectus Command Tanks''' cost CP and aren't {{W40Kkeyword|Character}}s (unless you choose a Tank Commander but even then he has more than 10 wounds, so moot point anyway), so they tend to last less despite being a damn tank. They get you Ld9, but also lack the reroll. Likewise, you can always pay 2 CP to auto-pass Morale, or 1 CP to take the test on 1d3.

*'''Commissar Yarrick:''' Essentially a named Lord Commissar with a power <s>fist</s> ''klaw'' that ''costs more than double'', but has a bunch of extra stuff on him. He's got three guns (Storm Bolter, Bolt Pistol, and Bale Eye Hot-Shot Laspistol), and even better, resilience, with T4, his 4++ Power Field, and FnP 3+ for his final wound (and he's legally healable with a medic). His main use, which GW thinks it costs something around +66pts to use, is '''Hero of Hades Hive''', an aura of re-roll 1s to hit, re-rolling all failed hits against {{W40Kkeyword|Orks}} instead. Not just "Take Aim!" for shooting, but in melee as well. Your infantry squads may not be so eager to be in close combat, but Bullgryn and Crusaders are. For the cost, you could buy ''two'' Company Commanders to order the actual "Take Aim!" to your units, in addition to the Lord Commissar (and get +1CP in a Supreme Command Detachment)...but Yarrick's buff can stack with other orders, like a Laurels of Command that isn't free but is reliable and even affects vehicles. ''Plasma, woo!'' Yes, he has Summary Execution despite him not executing anyone in Hades Hive. But now that Summary Execution is optional, you don't even have to use it if you don't want to.
** Post-FAQ Yarrick is nearly 4x as expensive as a 35 pt Lord Commissar, and almost 9x as expensive as a regular Commissar. Hopefully GW will be reevaluating his point cost. That being said, he's an absolute tank in melee, regularly makes Marines crap themselves in terror, and sticks around a lot longer than other Commissars do. There's some trade-off.

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===Troops===
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*'''Death Korps Infantry Squad:''' An odd change to basic Guardsmen, Kriegers lose the option to take Heavy Weapon Teams and their Watchmaster uses a lasgun like the regular troops (though he can exchange it for a chainsword and laspistol for free, so it's a non-issue). They also all have WS3+ and can buy a Platoon Standard which buffs all Kriegers within 6" LD by 1. They synergize particularly well with the Death Korps' unique orders - especially when dogpiling on an objective or bubblewrapping precious artillery pieces. Kriegers also come stock with Krak grenades; with the '''GRENADIERS''' stratagem you can throw 10 of them at once (though this tactic is more impressive when used on <s>Grenadiers</s> (no acid grenades for the grenadiers) or Combat Engineers' acid grenades).
**Oddly enough the Watchmaster also has BS3+.(not so odd when you remember that all watchmasters serve in the grenadiers before returning to be promoted.)
*'''Death Korps Grenadier Storm Squad:''' Scions with dicks that work. A Tempestus Scion squad with deep striking replaced by Cult of Sacrifice and no access to hot-shot volley guns. Unlike with Scions the number of Special weapons Grenadiers can take does not depend on the number of models in the unit so they can unfortunately only have two Specials max. Now with the FAQ update they can take Heavy Stubbers as special weapons, as well as the ability to form a Heavy Weapons team to tote around a Heavy Flamer.
**Not as good as Combat Engineers in terms of points per wound, but they can get Objective Secured (as well as letting you farm up command points with battalions etc) which is probably worth their extra points cost and loss of acid gas grenades. Fundamentally fantastic MSU style, with a heavy flamer, 2 special weapons (probably plasma, maybe melta), and a Watch Master taking up 4 spots in a transport and costing very little points. Shove three squads in a Valkyrie and drop them onto an objective.
*** OR, if you don't want to spend the points on a Valkyrie, chuck these mean machines in a centaur. They are suprisingly mobile, thanks to the 9" scouting move you can do before the game starts. And a bare-bones centaur is only 54 points!
**Hot-shot laspistols are garbage, so ''always'' have the Watch Master swap out his weapon - your best bet is probably a hotshot lasgun or bolter, unless you want to fucking commit and get a plasma pistol.
**These guys are perhaps one of our best units; they are extremely cheap and customizable for almost any purpose.
***Need AT? 2 Meltas, with 3 ambivalent bodies to eat shots for you. Shove them in a centaur and throw them down the field, they will either be ignored or attract fire away from your army.
***Need some extra firepower to support your infantry line? 2 squads of 5 with 2 plasma guns each will only run you down just under 140pts.
***Pesky melee units got you down? Take 2 Flamers and a Heavy Flamer! Position them just behind your front line just out of consolidation range. Chuck an infantry squad into the enemies path, retreat in your turn (then issue Get back in the fight to the unit that retreated) and then toast the fuckers with your flamers. This unit also works brilliantly shoved into a centaur as a suicide bomb/Distraction. No enemy wants to be hit with up to 18 auto hits (remember that you can do this after you advance as well).

===Elites===
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*'''Death Korps Command Squad:''' No heavy flamer, medi-pack, or heavy weapons teams in this command squad, but what you do get is the ability to use the Regimental Standard. It only affects Cavalry and Infantry, but grants an additional attack on top of the Ld bonus, making your troops more effective in close combat. They are very useful for providing that easy Ld buff, and I would recommend running them as bodyguards/buffs for your HQs.
**These guys are surprisingly underwhelming compared to Combat Engineers, since you pay the same cost per model and don't get a 4+ save or acid gas bombs; furthermore, they obey the same 2 special weapons per unit limit as the Engineers. Even if you do spam them, you're not going to achieve anything you couldn't achieve only better with Combat Engineer spam; they're too slow to keep up with Death Riders, they can't be Medics.... really, <s>there's just about never a good reason to field these guys over Combat Engineers.</s> There is only ONE reason to take this squad. The regimental standard.
**I feel that comparing this unit to Engineers is somewhat of a misnomer; this unit is not a combat unit, it is a support unit. Comparing these guys to engineers is a little unfair; they are not designed to kill things, their job should not be charging up the field to kill things. It should be staying in the back or moving up with your infantry providing them with some light special weapon support and a buff from the regimental banner. Stack beautifully with a priest.
*'''Death Korps Combat Engineer Squad:''' Shotgun infantry with decent armour. Overall not super inspiring until you see their shotguns have Carcass Shot, which wounds anything (except Vehicles) on a 2+. Carnifex? 2+ Wound. Ogryns? 2+ Wound. You lose the model if you roll a 1 on the hit roll. BUT buff them with a nearby <s>Guilliman (gross, or don't and have some class. You are a Guard player after all, not a WAAC Tau reject left over from 7th)</s> Yarrik and say hello to rerolls of 1 to hit. Carcass Shot vs GEQs, MEQs and TEQs is basically a Plasma Gun with AP 0.
**You can use the Grenadiers stratagem to toss up to 10 acid grenades at once.
**These guys are ''incredible'' - they cost a point ''less'' than Grenadiers for what amounts to the same model with the addition of an acid gas grenade (actually are the same price now that hotshot lasguns are free), although they are Elites and hence cannot get Objective Secured. You can keep their shotguns, which, unlike hot-shot lasguns, are worth spending a point on, or swap out for special weapons to demonstrate superiority over Grenadiers - 2 plasma gunners, a boltgun on the sergeant, and a heavy flamer team will get you the same output as a Grenadier squad with the same loadout, except your guys also have acid gas grenades and cost ''less''. The plasma gunners can carry meltaguns instead, of course, and either way can be stuffed in a Valkyrie and dropped in sets of 3 squads directly into your enemy's lap.
**A bit of MathHammer shows the following averages: 864pts of Combat Engineers will put out 216 shots, hitting on 3s and wounding GEQs, MEQs and TEQs on 2+ with a 5+/3+/2+ save respectively and 2 wounds, killing 640pts/160 models of GEQs, 1040pts/80 models of MEQs and 960pts/20 models of TEQs; while losing 288pts/36 Engineers in return. Thus, ignoring other factors the kills to deaths ratio will always be in your favour by a factor of 585:1300, 360:1300 or 390:1300 respectively and Carcass Shot is most productive when used on MEQs.
*'''Death Korps Death Rider Command Squad:''' A must-have for any list focusing on Death Riders. Taking this squad along allows them and up to 5 other Death Rider units to deploy via outflanking at the end of any movement phase. Use in combination with the Death Rider officer, above, and a few squads of Death Riders, below, to outflank an entire detachment! Aside from this they're the same as an understrength Death Rider Squad, as they lost the ability to take a Standard.
**As of the current FAQ, you may only bring one Command Squad or a Rider Command Squad per Death Korps officer, but any type of officer will do.
*'''Death Korps Quartermaster Cadre:''' This is where the Command Squad's Medi-pack went. One creepy guy and up to 4 servitors wielding scalpels that wound non-vehicles on a 2+ and get buffed to WS/BS 4+ and Ld 9 as long as they stay close to him. They also grant nearby Infantry and Cavalry the ability to ignore an unsaved wound on a 6+, making it mutually beneficial for them to stay close to a big squad of infantry. This is a fantastic unit buffer, a bubble of up to 21" x 12" (if you position the unit in a line with 2" between each member) of 6+ FnP for 50-60pts is a really good deal.
*'''Master of Ordnance:''' Gone is the hilariously inaccurate mini-basilisk of 7th edition; the MoO is now a fire support coordinator, which is arguably closer to the fluff. The fluff changed him very slightly; instead of buffing specific named units, he's now entirely keyword based - nearby {{W40Kkeyword|<regiment>}} {{W40Kkeyword|Basilisks}}, {{W40Kkeyword|Deathstrikes}}, {{W40Kkeyword|Manticores}}, and {{W40Kkeyword|Wyverns}} can reroll 1s on the hit roll if this guy is about and the target is more than 36" away (because he can't really help if the gun is direct firing, apparently). If that isn't enough to justify his cost, he can call in a favor from a nearby battery once per game, dropping a basilisk shell anywhere on the map - though if he can't see the target, it hits on 4s. Unfortunately, thanks to his one-shot syndrome that one shell is going to do almost nothing (at least it won't kill your dudes now). Take this guy for his re-roll ability; that way, you're pleasantly surprised if the artillery strike does something instead of basing your strategy around such an unreliable, one-use attack.
**As of the change he can now support an Armageddon Pattern Basilisk, but he still inexplicably cannot support the other Forge World variants, like Medusae (vehicle or either Battery), or the Battery variants for Basilisks, or Wyverns (that last meaning Heavy Quad Launcher Batteries).
*'''Atlas Recovery Tank:''' Believe it or not, this thing is almost useful now. It's a standard "battle Chimera" tank (T7 W11 and a hull heavy bolter) with S7, but rather than a battle gun, it has an enginseer's ability to heal a vehicle (but not itself). Compared to the enginseer, it's more expensive (both in points and money), but more mobile and less vulnerable to sniper fire. Unfortunately, while being a tank means it can't be picked off by snipers, it's not a character, so it ''can'' be targeted by anything else. Still probably too expensive for what it does, but a lot better than what it used to be.
**''Important note:'' Unlike the Enginseer's Master of Machines rule, the Recovery Vehicle rule doesn't stipulate that a given vehicle may only benefit from it once. If you have a Lord of War on the field and want it to stay alive, an Enginseer and a few Atlases can give it a serious survivability boost. Highly situational, but potentially useful.
*'''Hades Breaching Drill Squad:''' A Vehicle with a squad of "Veterans" (who all have Sergeant grade LD, but none of whom have Veteran grade BS, all with shotguns, AKA crazy... or very unlucky) that emerges anywhere more than 9" away from enemies. Once it shows up, the Drill and Veteran Squad become separate units entirely. The Hades Drill itself is a big 'fuck you' machine, with 1d6 WS3+ S10 AP-4 D1d3 melee attacks (D1d6 against Vehicles), and it has a 4++ invul in the fight phase thanks to its whirling blades. With T7, W7, and Sv3+, it's pretty durable, too. The Veterans are significantly worse than normal Veterans at shooting, with limited special weapons access on top of their nerfed BS, in that they can only take 2 special weapons in the squad, with no heavy flamer or heavy weapons team; the squad amounts to a tax on the drill, because it is so much worse than your other options, but it can still do ok with a pair of flamers. Makes for a delightful Distraction Carnifex; cackle with glee as your opponent shits himself trying to kill this thing before it crawls up his Gargant's ass and cores it like an apple! There is apparently an email from Forge World that confirms that with the Death Korps, the Hades is supposed to have the Combat Engineers instead of the crappy vets, and to simply use the point costs for them provided in the Imperial Armor book. Many people play it this way, however, according to the rules thus far this is not legal, which is a shame. If you plan to do this, it shouldn't be much of a problem, just make sure it is okay with your opponent. Hopefully there will be an FAQ that will fix up this likely error. Engineers with a Hades is such a ubiquitous unit for the Death Korps, they are even sold together as a set on Forge World, and it would be a terrible and rather aggravating mistake if they decided not to allow Death Korps Hades to take Combat Engineers.
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*'''Tech-Priest Enginseer:''' Found in the AdMech list as well as the new Guard codex alongside Servitors. Repairs D3 lost wounds on a single Astra Militarum vehicle or AdMech vehicle with the same Forge World keyword as himself within 3" of him. This opens up some interesting listbuilding ideas, such as combining mechguard troops with Skitarii snipers or Cult Mech deathrobots, as the Enginseer can repair whatever he pleases from either list as long as they share the same Forge World. An auto-include if you brought a Baneblade. He can also repair Questor Mechanicus Knights, albeit only for a single wound per turn.
**Imperial Guard codex kept Tech-Priest as an Elite choice, and allows him to bring in his Servitors with him as another Elite choice.
*'''Servitors:''' 4 Guardsman bodies which are slower, have poor BS of 5+, and have a 4+ save. Two of them can take a Heavy Bolter, Plasma Cannon, or Multi-Melta. If Tech-Priest is babysitting them, they increase their BS to 4+ and Leadership to 9. A poor choice all around, even with two Plasma Cannons.
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=====Adeptus Ministorum=====
*'''Ministorum Priest:''' Streamlined from 7th Edition, his War Hymns are now a +1 attack for every Astra Militarum infantry ''unit'' within 6". He also still has Zealot, though since it's not an AoE buff and only offers the first turn re-roll, he no longer assists with morale. Not a bad idea if there's a likelihood that your boys will charge or be charged. He synergizes well with {{W40Kkeyword|Krieg}}, especially when taken with the regimental standard for A3 on your basic infantry during the fight phase. He's also great for any infantry units you plan on getting in close combat. He also buffs nearby {{W40Kkeyword|Adeptus Ministorum}} infantry, too, so there's obvious synergy with their dedicated close-combat units as well.
*'''[[Crusaders]]:''' A dedicated close-combat unit that, while not as tough or strong as Bullgryns, pack a 3+ invulnerable save (and that's before Psychic powers or stratagems) and Power Swords. They're identical to their entry in Index: Imperium 1 with the exception of the added {{W40Kkeyword|Adeptus Ministorum}} keyword, including the otherwise Sisters-exclusive rule '''Act of Faith'''. At the start of your turn, roll a D6, and on a 2+, you can immediately move as if it were the movement phase, shoot as if it were the Shooting phase (which is hilarious because these guys don't have any shooting weapons, but the rule was lifted from the Sisters), fight as if it were the Fight phase, or heal a wound/bring back a dead model as if it were the Healing phase. You only get one Act of Faith per turn, no matter how many units of these guys you have, and you can't give them more using Celestine or an Imagifier since they aren't {{W40Kkeyword|Adepta Sororitas}} and don't have an {{W40Kkeyword|<ORDER>}}. Still, with base 2A and Zealot, these guys can easily overwhelm their points in MEQs on the charge, and they love taking Priests with them. They can be made even tankier by using Psychic Barrier, as unfluffy as it may be to have them tolerate the presence of Psykers. They're one wound wonders, but you can bring one back each turn on a 2+ so long as the unit hasn't been destroyed. They're not quite as points efficient as Bullgryns, but they can come back from the dead, andthey have an easier time fitting into your list, as they can be taken in groups of 2-10 and are cheaper per model.
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=====Astra Telepathica=====
*'''Wyrdvane Psykers:''' Very mediocre. If you have 6 you get to add 2 to psychic tests (getting them all the way up to succeeding ''two thirds'' the time for Smite, and ''one half to one third'' for the Psykana powers, ugh), but you only roll 1d6 for both Psychic and Deny tests (the bonus for having members only applies to Psychic tests, though). And without having the character keyword, expect them to die quickly. It is, however, impossible for you to peril.
**'''Alternate take:''' If the Guard teaches us anything, it’s that cheapness and numbers have a quality all their own. Switching over to Power Levels for a moment, for simplicity, you can make a Vanguard Detachment consisting of one Primaris Psyker and three (3-model) Wyrdvane Psyker squads for 5 Power Level. In a typical 80 Power Level game, that means that you can take 16 of those detachments. Hitting on a 4+, your 48 Wyrdvane squads alone could potentially drop an average of 24 Smites (and roughly 36 mortal wounds) a round, with no Perils. Oh, and you’ll also have 16 extra command points to re-roll Perils on your Primaris. This is, of course, a terrible idea, but just imagine the look on your opponent’s face when you lay out 160 Psyker models and begin the longest Psychic Phase outside of the Thousand Sons.
*'''Astropath:''' Only 1d6 for Smite (but you should be casting Psychic Maelstrom or Gaze of the Emperor for damage anyway), but ''astoundingly'' cheap at only 30 pts per model. Camp a few of these guys behind your gunline and deny powers. The only reason not to bring these guys would be if you ran out of Elites slots, because Primaris Psykers are HQs.
** Unlike Primaris Psykers Astropaths lack the '''It's For Your Own Good''' rule, so Commissars are unable to stop them from blowing up in case they die from Perils of the Warp. However, it's also impossible for Astropaths to Perils while casting Smite (as they're limited to only rolling 1D6).
** Players often forget about the Astropath's ''other'' special rule (note this is not a psychic power) - '''Astral Divination'''. Pick an enemy unit within 18" of an Astropath, and for the rest of the shooting phase that unit loses its cover save against IG models within 6" of your Psyker. A great way to fuck with Eldar Rangers, Space Marine Scouts, or anything that relies on cover saves.

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=====Officio Prefectus=====
*'''[[Commissar]]:''' His ''Summary Execution'' rule means that all Astra Militarum squads within 6" of him ''may'' re-roll (as of the latest FAQ, which also dropped their points cost considerably) their first failed Morale test in any given phase at the expense of a single model dying (the newly dead unit doesn't count for the re-roll), which means you should be picky about when you use the Summary Execution ability. Thanks to the Aura of Discipline ability, those same Guard squads will be given Ld8. Compared to his senior ranking Lord counterpart, he has one less wound, a 5+ save, WS and BS 3 instead of 2, and no Invulnerable save of any kind. However, he's ''much'' cheaper.
**His ranged weapon should ''always'' be a bolter; you shouldn't buy him a melee weapon, as he should be staying out of melee and providing buffs instead.
**The cheapest Commissar you can take is 15 points (16 with a Bolter), while Lord Commissars have to take a Power Weapon as well, raising them up to 34 (35 with a Bolter). They're Characters, so what you primarily need them to live through are sniper rifle shots; their points divided by how many ratling sniper rifle shots it takes to kill them are 76 and 165, respectively (using the versions that took a Bolter). The Lord Commissar fills up an HQ slot, which is better, and if you ''do'' take one, higher Leadership is better, to try and minimize losing models to Summary Execution.
**Now that you don't have to use his ability, he's gone from being a hindrance to a situational buff.
** Consider using the Officio Prefectus Command Tank stratagem instead of taking a Commissar. For just 2CP you get a 6" LD'''9''' buff with a much better version of Summary Execution... in addition to being a goddamn tank.
***Other Stratagem options include paying 1 CP to take a test on 1d3 or 2 CP to auto-pass; if you're low on CPs, you're playing Guard wrong, especially now that a Brigade nets you 12 goddamn CP.
** Other superior choices, provided you can get them in, include an Inquisitor or Guilliman (who will both need their own detachment to avoid breaking Doctrine, which isn't hard for Guilliman since he's a Lord of War choice), or an Astropath or Primaris Psyker using the Fearless power (which the Inquisitor also has).
** 4/16/2018 FAQ notice: In case you have missed it, '''Summary Execution''' is an optional re-roll now. Commissars also faced a steep price decrease, now being 16 points instead of 31 at base.
*'''Death Korps Commissar:''' A basic Commissar. Given all the buffs to Ld you can get with the Death Korps along with their Cult of Sacrifice rule, you can skip him. The models are pretty nice though.
** As of April 2018, the cost of a Death Korps Commissar has gone down to 15 points, from 30. They’ve become a pretty handy Ld buffer for melee.
*'''Death Korps Death Rider Commissar:''' See above, but with a horse. Forge World doesn't seem to make these models anymore so you'll have to kitbash them.
**While the Death Korps Commissar and the other Forge World Commissars were FAQed to have the new Summary Execution Rule, the Death Rider Commissar was overlooked. While this is an obvious RAW interpretation, [[That_guy|the Death Rider Commissar therefore still only allows a maximum of 1 model to be lost to morale.]]
** Same as the foot-slogging Death Korps Commissar, this Commissar got a point reduction to 35 points. They’ve become useful, if not viable, as your Death Riders will be getting stuck into melee.
**Remember that while your army is immune to casualties caused by shooting it can still be battleshocked by losses incurred in melee - which is exactly where you want your LD6 Deathriders (even MSU squads aren't invulnerable). Deathrider Commissars are ''essential'' for keeping your horses on the table.
*'''[[Severina Raine|Commissar Severina Raine]]''': The main character in the up coming book "Honour Bound" and a bit of a mixed bag in terms of stats. She has the standard Commissar stat line and Comes with "Summary execution" and "Aura of discipline". She is also 16 points more than a Commissar with a powersword and doesn't have much to show for it. The biggest disappointment is her Sword, "Evanfall" which is AP-1 with no buffs to strength or extra attacks meaning she is even less useful in a fight than a regular commissar. Though with her special ability, you actually don't want her to kill what she charges. Her 4+ armor save is nice and her Bolt pistol "Penance" is Ap-1 which means she is slightly more effective in close range firefights than charging in close. Her special rule, "Leading from the front" allows all friendly guard forces within 6" auto pass morale checks is she is 1" from an enemy unit. This means she lends herself to being run along side a squad of Grenadiers or Engineers, to aid them in the close range shooting with her Bolt pistol and to keep them Immune to morale if they are charged, but she won't able to carry the squad in melee so next turn have her and the squad fall back and shell the squad that charged with artillery (or use '''Get back in the fight!''' to shoot the unit you coward). Overall, interesting but quite overcosted.
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===Dedicated Transport===
*'''Death Korps Storm Chimera:''' The Krieger approach to warfare is obvious in this armored vehicle's loadout. It gets an autocannon as its turret gun and the option to buy improved armor, which gives it a 2+ save vs weapons of S4 or less and lets it ignore the effects of land mines on a 4+. It's a price hike on the standard Chimera, but it's worth it. Note that it doesn't necessarily have to be used with Death Korps; although it has the DEATH KORPS OF KRIEG keyword instead of REGIMENT, it specifically says it transports ASTRA MILITARUM INFANTRY, and even mentions it can take Ogryn, so RAW, it's legal to use these to transport regular guardsmen, or even storm troopers.
*'''Death Korps Centaur Light Assault Carrier:''' Hoo-boy. This little bugger is magnificent. Sure, it's not as tough or as shooty as a Storm Chimera, but if you pop 5 grenadiers with some meltas or flamers, or 4 (how are you getting a squad of 4 grenadiers? Min is 5(ruled as written, a Grenadier Weapons Team doesn't take up two slots in the vehicles. Only Heavy Weapons Teams are mentioned.)) with heavy flamer/melta or flamer/melta or flamer/sergeant and, optionally, a fifth rider of your choice, such as an Astropath or Primaris Psyker for Smite, you can send this off towards the enemy up to 9" before the game even starts. Imagine your opponent's face when they see this little bundle of hurt rolling towards them. They can ignore it, and have some grenadiers kick them in the arse, or shoot it and ignore the vast majority of your army.
**Pretty cheap, at 54 points, and 6 wounds in it's still Movement 12, unlike a Chimera, which has dropped to 8 by then. Plus, like the DKSC above, this transport carries any Imperial Guard infantry, not just <REGIMENT> ones.
*'''Centaur Light Carrier:''' "Light" is sort of an understatement - with only a 5-man capacity and two heavy stubbers as its weapon, the thing is barely a transport. Its real role is to haul around your otherwise-immobile {{W40Kkeyword|Krieg}} {{W40Kkeyword|artillery}} batteries, taking them along for its move. The artillery in question can't fire that turn, but it's useful enough to keep them out of range of opponents. Best used for 4-man command squads with their Officer; its big benefits are that ti's cheaper than any other transport you have access to, and while it has -1S, -1T, -3W and -1A compared to a Chimera, but you don't care about the S or the A. One benefit of the lower wound count is that it carries the vehicle below the threshold for stat deterioration, which is a huge boon in 8th. After suffering 5 or 6 wounds, the Centaur actually has higher M (assuming the Chimera hasn't got Track Guards) and BS than a Chimera, and equivalent A. It's pretty even, as by the point a Centaur would be dead, a Chimera's so crippled it doesn't matter anyway.
*'''Trojan Support Vehicle:''' This Forgeworld model was updated to be effectively a very cramped (Transport Capacity 6) Chimera for a rather stunning ''tripling'' of its original base cost to a painful minimum of 98. In return, however, it brings the one and only source of full failure re-rolls in the Guard, granting one tank within 6" re-rolls to hit in the shooting phase. If you're not using this as the portable [[Elf Slave, Wat Do?|love slave]] of your Stormlord or Shadowsword, you're doing it wrong.
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===Fast Attack===
*'''Death Korps Death Rider Squadron:''' A big step up from the basic Rough Riders. +1 to WS, T, A, and Sv, although the +1A evens out in the wash when you don't charge, as you lack chainswords; regardless, you're ''much'' less likely to die before you reach your target, particularly since the Augmented Mount special rule gives you 5+ FNP against S4 weapons and below. Your steed gets 2 extra attacks instead of one and hits as hard as a bolter; this is particularly noticeable when not charging, giving you 4 attacks to a normal Rough Rider's 3, and 2 of those are at +1S. While you don't get a chainsword, you ''do'' get krak grenades, which will benefit one model in the unit. While you cannot outflank with this unit (unless you take the Death Rider Command Squad), it is not slowed when charging through terrain, making it easier to attack cover campers. With no access to special weapons, they're much better suited as frontline brawlers - with access to orders, they can be just mean with Fix Bayonets! and Duty Unto Death! (although Fix Bayonets is better in basically all circumstances). Like with most DKoK, they have Cult of Sacrifice as a morale buff.
**The fact that Death Riders trade their Chainsword for +1 Attacks is a bonus, because they can hit twice with their lance on the charge, instead of the one lance and one chainsword hit that standard Riders get.
**Use Duty Until Death when you charge, because that's the only order you will get use out of by doing so. If your opponent decides he doesn't want to get slowly pounded down by hard to kill horsies, use Fix Bayonets! to make him understand that melee guardsmen just work.
**Deathriders have a shockingly bad LD6, and considering that they're supposed to be taking most of their casualties in melee they will be vulnerable to failed morale tests. You NEED to take a Deathrider Commissar if you're going to commit to large squads of Deathriders.
**Rough Riders cost 10 points apiece, compared to the DKoK Death Rider cost of 16, which pays for itself in the improved attack volume alone, let alone their many other improvements, like ability to obey orders; their only substantive downside is their inability to take special weapons. Even their sergeant is buffed, as he drops his lance to buy a melee weapon if you want to change his melee up, as opposed to stock, which is forced to carry both a lance and a power weapon if you want that. Consider said swap, as a power axe brings the sergeant pretty close to the lance, but usable in the event you get stuck in. Fix Bayonets!, and you're possibly hitting 6 times with that axe in one turn. Ouch.
*'''Hellhounds:''' The medium tank of the Guard motor pool has been favored in 8th, with increases in speed and toughness and decreases in price all around. The chassis actually covers three vehicles, but they're all the same power, so they all get one entry. Regarding the chassis itself, the wounding rules make it genuinely tough in 8th - your average lascannon has to hit it six times to kill it, which is a ''very'' welcome increase over the 4.5-if-it-doesn't-just-explode of 7th - and they can't outright lose their weapons, either. Track guards were basically made for this vehicle as the majority of available weapons ignore ballistic skill. Unless your bringing the devil dog, your tanks will pretty much never degrade.
**The basic ''Hellhound'' is armed with the infamous Inferno Cannon, a more powerful heavy flamer with double the range, double the rate of fire, and +1 strength, at S6. A nasty infantry muncher, capable of eating guard-equivalent models with 2s to wound and a 6+ save from up to 16 inches away; due to good strength and rate of fire it's not too shabby against vehicles either (who knew setting things on ''fire'' could be so effective?). Use it to hunt down the other Guard player's Heavy weapons teams, or just chew through his conscripts at a healthy pace from safely outside of rapid fire range. Still not convinced? Mathhammer says it will outperform a ''Battle Cannon'' versus anything that's not T7 3+ and better, and it can still score a few wounds besides. ''Let 'em burn!''
***Because the Hellhound is BS4+ and can't mitigate the movement penalties for heavy weapons, you would be wise to try for a Heavy Flamer on the hull mount, but on the Hellhound that means you need to get in very close to use it, negating the Inferno Cannon's range advantage. The Heavy Bolter is cheaper and more consistent, but at BS5+ on the move, it won't hit anything at all - you choose it to keep the tank cheap, not to actually kill anything with the gun. Take the Heavy Flamer if you want the gun to actually kill anything.
***Because Hellhounds always explode on 4+ they make excellent suicide tanks, useful for disrupting gun lines and charges (especially considering their relatively short range). Artemia-pattern Hellhounds are better at this though as they deal D6 mortal wounds instead of D3.
**If your foe is made of tougher stuff, swap out for the ''Bane Wolf,'' whose vicious (and cheaper) Chem Cannon wounds everything that's not a vehicle on 2s, with an improved AP-3 (at the cost of range, only 8", and shot count, only 1d6 vs the Hellhound's 2d6). Between the wounding improvement and the AP improvement, this will outperform the Inferno Cannon against MEQ even before you account for its reduced cost - the range is the primary issue, as 8.1" charges will ignore it on Overwatch, and the secondary issue is that while it's obviously incredible against monsters and Primarchs especially, it's absolute garbage against vehicles, and utterly inferior to the Hellhound versus anything not MEQ or MC. While by itself the Bane Wolf may not actually do a lot, its potential will scare many opponents into focusing it down like the plague after a turn or two. This is probably the best distraction carnifex you will ever find in this codex outside of a deathstrike (and this is cheaper, too).
***Here the use of a Heavy Flamer is more obvious, since it has the same range as the Chem cannon. With two auto-hitting weapons, this thing will take a big bite out of attacking forces in Overwatch.
**Finally, if you want to take on vehicles, the ''Devil Dog'' closes the gap with the mighty melta cannon, which is ''much'' better than a multi-melta for the same cost - on average, twice the shots, and assault now, rather than heavy. It's specialized, but powerful - it outperforms even the revised Inferno cannon against pretty much anything tank-shaped (specifically, T7 with a 3+ save and tougher). Making the melta cannon assault has brought the D-Dog up from garbage to actually being a very solid tank buster. With D3 shots rerolling damage within melta range, you have one of few weapons potentially capable of blowing up a tank every time it fires. It's also the longest ranged melta weapon short of the Imperial Knight thermal cannon, and is mounted on your fastest ground unit, making range a non issue.
***Sadly, the Multi-Melta you'd usually strap to the hull to supplement its tank-busting is still Heavy, and still shoots like an Ork, so give thought to alternatives. A heavy flamer will go a long way to deter the counter charge you will almost definitely be staring down after you shove that melta in your opponent's face.
*'''Salamander Scout Tank:''' Cute little light tank, with guns otherwise found on sentinels or heavy weapons squads. Pricier and tankier than either; great if you have the points and are not otherwise concerned about getting bogged down in melee, as these things ''will'' get bogged down in melee.
**Given that Forge World doesn't make the Salamander model anymore, a good proxy is a Hellhound hull with the Chimera Autocannon Turret.

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The following weapon options are exclusively available to the flyers at your disposal:
*'''Hellstrikes:''' Hell yeah strikes! Does a good job against any armor, but they come in at a price of 20 points each. This is a go-to on both Lightnings and Thunderbolts. Heavy 1, S8, AP-2, roll 2d6 pick highest for D, which means at an average of 4.4 damage for each unsaved wound, this is the go to monster/tank/aircraft killer.
*'''Skystrikes:''' Cheaper at 15 points each, but only Heavy 1, S7, AP-2, D3 damage. Your dedicated anti-air missile, it gets +1 to hit against flyers but -1 against everything else. The strength here seems to be that you get to take 6 instead of only 4. But the damage for each unsaved wound is an average of 2 compared to Hellstrikes' 4.4. Statistically, they are worse unless you are shooting at very specific targets like jet bikes or battle suits.
*'''Hellfuries:''' Anti-infantry missiles that are expensive for the amount of shots you get. They haven't found their niche yet.
*'''Tactical bombs:''' Pretty cool. They are cheaper than the missile options and do some serious damage. May be a valid option on a aircraft that can hold its own without extra missile firepower.

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=====Aeronautica Imperialis=====
*'''Valkyrie:''' The original badass of the skies can hold 12 Astra Militarum Infantry; Ogryn count as 3 models. Any infantry with the Astra Militarum keyword (and Inquisitorial models with the Authority of the Inquisition trait) count. Transports can hold multiple units now, so 3 Command Squads each with 4 meltaguns for 12 meltaguns at BS 3+ in one Valkyrie? Nice! Even better, Grav-Chute Deployment allows you to put anybody it can carry 9" away from the enemy...''after'' the Valkyrie's 20" minimum move. Can you say 'turn 1 charge with ogryns?' And to top it all off it has 2 MORE wounds than a Leman Russ tank (though 1 less toughness). Cue the music!
**''Note:'' On the firepower side of things, hellstrike missiles are no longer one-use only (but you can fire only 1 per turn). In addition, the codex added the ''Roving Gunship'' rule, which adds 1 to hit rolls if you're in Hover mode. When standing still, you hit on 3s. Between the multilaser, rocket pods, and heavy bolters, that's a LOT of infantry mulching!
**''Other Note:'' The Grav-Chute deployment still only counts as a disembarkation from a transport, allowing you your normal movement afterwards with your 12 melta vets, or your 4 Bullgryn for that 3+ charge... Ogryn ''can'' fit in Valkyries.
**''Note:'' The new FAQ just stated that you now must have 1 officer per Command squad; while not game breaking, this does mean that you need 3 officers per Valkyrie 3 CC squad combo. Something to keep in mind when you start getting tight on points.
Chapter Approved 2017 hiked the price on most of the base airframes and with the ridiculous price increase on hellstrike missiles (30 points per missile now) makes most of these models very inefficient choices in terms of damage dealers. The models are still pretty great though.
*'''Aquila Lander'''
*'''Arvus Lighter (FW Index: Astra Militarum):''' This thing went from completely useless to pretty useful. It is pretty expensive at 115 points barebones, but thanks to advanced clown car physics you can somehow cram 12 models into it now (no Ogryns though). With T6 and 8 wounds it is more fragile than a chimera but it can fly and move 30"/20" when hovering. It also has the ability to regain a wound on a 6+ and has no characteristics modifiers. It can also deepstrike, so just put it behind some LoS blocking terrain and unload your flamer/melta/plasma squads on the next turn. It can also take one or two additional models in the same slot thanks to the squadron ability. It must be purely by coincidence that Forge World started producing this model again, and they were even kind enough to jack up the price a good bit.
*'''Avenger Strike Fighter (FW Index: Astra Militarum):''' The ground attack beast rocks on in 8th edition. With T7 and 14 wounds it's pretty tough and will probably stay on the table a while. Comes stock with two lascannons, an 8 shot S6 AP-2 D1 bolt cannon, and an 8" heavy stubber that rerolls hits against FLY units. The weapon upgrades now cost double but you'll also get twice the shots so it's only fair. Missiles lost their "one use only" rule so feel free to load up on anti-infantry or anti-vehicle fire power. Like the other non-hover fliers it hits on 3+, but since it always has to move you hit on your regular 4+ (still better than the Ork BS of the Valkyrie/Vendetta).
*'''Lightning Strike Fighter:''' Hard hitting little thing that brings a ton of anti-tank for a reasonable cost. The Thunderbolt is generally the more cost effective choice, with a better airframe for a marginal cost increase and comes with 2 twin autocannons instead of 1 long barreled piece of crap. The Lightning finds its niche as the cheaper option with slightly more expansive payload options. The most interesting one is loading it up with anti-tank missiles. This is assuming that leaving out one-use only is not altered in a future faq since they would go from "we could pay that" to "no way in hell are we paying that". You can fit the Lightning with anti-air (could be good) or -infantry missiles (much worse than vultures). The anti-air missiles are not much better than the anti-tank missiles at shooting aircraft (or even worse) and the anti-air missiles are A LOT worse at engaging tanks. With that said, you do get 6 anti-air missiles for only 10 points more than 4 anti-tank missiles, and they do a nice job against things like battle-suits and landspeeders. The anti-infantry version may seem tempting, but vultures do this job much better at a cheaper cost. 235 points buys you a Lightning with 4 anti-tank missiles and 245 for 6 anti-air missiles.
*'''Thunderbolt Heavy Fighter:''' The frame itself costs 5 points more than a lightning and for those 5 points you get 1 more wound and 6+ repair. Not huge additions, by any means, but quite good value for 5 points. This guy also carries more guns, 4 autocannons and two lascannons. That is 3 more autocannons than the Lightning, and since they are twin autocannons instead of a long barreled one they are far more cost effective. Has slightly more restrictive payload options than the Lightning, though the only option you miss out on is anti-infantry missiles, so no-one cares. Basically you get more effective firepower, but you need to invest more in a single model to get there. 335 points buys you the thunderbolt with 4 anti-tank missiles and 305 buys you the thunderbolt + 6 anti-air missiles.
**Against multi-wound models, the anti-tank missiles are definitely better, doing more than twice the damage per shot with 2/3 the shot volume and 8/9 the points; even after accounting for the BS3->BS4 or BS4->BS5 penalty, the anti-tank missiles are going to be better in general against whatever flyers you are trying to bring down. Against single-wound models you should be fielding a Vulture instead.
*'''Vendetta (FW Index: Astra Militarum):''' ''She's back, boys and girls!'' The premier tank-hunter of the galaxy is back, and she's ''pissed''. Carrying half a dozen lascannons and a nice, fat troop bay for 12 models (even keeping Grav-Chutes!) the Vendetta is a fine transport and gunship both. You pay a premium for her - you have to buy every one of those six lascannons - but it's worth it. God-Emperor, is it worth it. Keep in mind that Heavy Weapons impose a -1 penalty on a roll to hit if you moved, and you ''must'' move as a flyer unless in Hover mode. This means your beautiful (and expensive!) lascannons are fired with an Ork BS of 5. If you feel safe from assaults or you have already disembarked its cargo, go into Hover mode and unleash hell. Take the slap on the wrist; with the miracles it can pull in the field of transportation the lousy shooting is the only thing keeping this from being outright cheese. Alternately, keep the Vendetta as a scary bastard zipping around the board. It's expensive, but when you roll good, it's damn good. Or go Hover early, wipe something out, then zip around soaking fire for the rest of the game. Heavy bolters are fun to throw some extra dice out to keep attention on your Vendetta.
*'''Vulture (FW Index: Astra Militarum):''' Sorry, did we say the Vendetta was a fine gunship? Well, okay, it is, but ''this'' is the exemplar of the role. A Valkyrie's statline with a tasty Strafing Run rule (+1 on roll to hit if target has no <Fly>) and 4 weapon pylons, carrying rocket pods, missiles, autocannons, multilasers and tactical bombs (a special one-time use ability that's great against units with lots of models and deals mortal wounds on a 5+)... yeah, okay, fine. We know why you're here. The ''Twin Punisher Cannon'', a Heavy '''''40''''' S5 dual-minigun man-muncher that will turn anything you point this bird at into paste. Scratch the paint and make sure it's not an Ork...
**In terms of weapons, the Twin Punisher Cannon is better than every other weapon vs most units and is only worse than the Skystrike Missiles vs units that can FLY. Hunter-Killer Missiles are also almost always better, but are one use only; while Tactical Bombs are rather gimmicky. If for some reason you aren't taking the Punisher, the following loadouts are best for the following roles:
***'''Pure Anti-Tank:''' Twin Lascannon and Two Hellstrike Missiles
***'''Pure Anti-MEQ/TEQ:''' Twin Autocannon and Two Missile Pods or Four Missile Pods
***'''Pure Anti-GEQ:''' Twin Multi-Laser and Two Hellfury Missiles
***'''Mixed Anti-Tank and Anti-MEQ/TEQ:''' Twin Lascannon and Two Missile Pods
***'''Mixed Anti-Tank and Anti-GEQ:''' Twin Lascannon and Two Hellfury Missiles
***'''Mixed Anti-MEQ/TEQ and Anti-GEQ:''' Twin Autocannon and Two Hellfury Missiles or Two Missile Pods and Two Hellfury Missiles
***'''Anti-FLY:''' Take relevant loadout and swap the Hellfury/Hellstrike Missiles or Missile Pods for Skystrike Missiles.
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===Heavy Support===
*'''Death Korps Heavy Weapons Squad:''' Other than the higher WS, Krak Grenades, and Cult of Sacrifice, they're identical to the vanilla HWS - with the additional option to take heavy flamers. You might need to bring a couple along anyway though since you can't take heavy weapons in your regular infantry squads.
**Heavy Flamer teams are drastically the most cost effective way to get heavy flamers into your army, so much so that they are actually competitive with flamers (which does not usually happen, due to a heavy flamer costing more than two flamers). This gives them a radically different role from what HWSs are used to, but they can be very effective when carried in a Valkyrie.
**Heavy Bolters and Twin Heavy Stubbers may compete with each other, as they both cost 8 points each, and are both direct-fire anti-infantry options. Against TEQs (T4 2+), Heavy Bolters win (0.9801 wounds on average vs 0.765 wounds on average). Against MEQs (T4 3+), either option is viable (1.485 wounds on average). Against GEQs (T3 5+), Twin Heavy Stubbers are better (3.9204 wounds on average vs 2.4948 wounds on average). Ultimately, Heavy Bolters are better against enemies with better saves, and Twin Heavy Stubbers are better against enemies with worse saves. The models for either weapon choice are very nice, so you can't lose there.
**A full squad of mortars actually costs 3 pts ''less'' than it does in the AM Codex, although sadly they don't really benefit from Krieg's doctrines
*'''Death Korps Leman Russ Mars Alpha Battle Tanks:''' Your favorite battle tank, customizable into any configuration of Russ as you see fit (though the Vanquisher Cannon comes with a heavy stubber instead of a storm bolter as its coaxial weapon), but now with the ability to trade the stock hull-mounted heavy bolter for a multi-melta or a plasma cannon. As an added bonus, its armour save becomes a 2+ against weapons of S4 or lower, so bolter shots won't even faze you. Like the other Forge World Russ variants, it too now benefits from Grinding Advance and Objective Secured (in a Spearhead Detachment).
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***''Battle Cannon'': Heavy D6 S8 AP-2 D1d3. The Battle Cannon has taken some big hits compared to past editions. Since losing its large blast template it only gets an average of 1.75 hits, though ''"Grinding Advance"'' buffs this to a less disappointing 3.5. MEQ now get a 5+ save, but it is now more effective against TEQ. Surprisingly the cheapest of the 4 options...and easily the best. Though it faces stiff competition from its Demolisher cousins.
***''Exterminator Autocannon'': Costs more than a Battle Cannon which would be worth it for the (very slightly) improved rate of fire, where it is ''worse''), except that its output is inferior against T4, T7, T8, anything with a 5+ or better save, and anything with 3 or more wounds.
****''Alternate Opinion'': The Exterminator really shines against units with 3+/4++ save, particularly T5 and 6. Furthermore you'll consistently put out a '''lot''' of firepower without the need of staying in range of a Tank Commander. It's not that the Exterminator is better or worse compared to the Battle Cannon, it's just designed for a different purpose. Put a lascannon, multimeltas and track guards on your Leman Russ Exterminator and for 217 points you'll have a very good, '''mobile''' all rounder unit that can react to almost everything on the battlefield. It will still deal less average damage than a battle cannon, but it will do so more reliably.
****''Continued'': As above, this is a particular gun for particular targets. In most cases you’re better off taking one of the other options, but there are cases to be made for this one. The Exterminator excels against high-toughness multi-wound monsters and elite infantry, particularly Tyranid Monsters and Ork vehicles/nobs, against whom it generally performs better against than the “burst” damage of say a battle cannon. The Exterminator’s consistent shot volume and damage seems tailored towards these units, where you’re getting 4/8 shots instead of a potential 1/2. Also consider using on CSM and SM bikers (particularly scout bikers if you know people who use them) where the -1 AP and 2D can be a nasty surprise.
***''Eradicator Nova Cannon'': Often overlooked. For 3 points more than a Battle Cannon, you lose 36" of range and only hit at S6. In exchange you ignore cover bonuses, which gets you that guarenteed -2 to Armor save. This is perhaps the most specialized of all the Leman Russ options, so only consider bringing it against targets that depend on cover saves (Space Marine Scouts with camo cloaks, Eldar Rangers, AdMech with cover canticles, Poxwalkers, Vindicare Assassins, Imperial Guard, etc). Perhaps the best at straight-up murdering GEQs in cover (wounding on 2+ with no save), its extra 12" range edging out the Demolisher Cannon in this particular niche.
***''Vanquisher Battle Cannon'': The Vanquisher, a dedicated anti-tank cannon, is proof that GW is incapable of statistics, as it performs worse against heavy armour than every Leman Russ turret except the exterminator, despite being one of the pricier options (doing 0.93 wounds to another Russ; every other variant manages at least 1 wound). Sad thing is, if GW had given it a flat 2+ to wound against vehicles or flat 2D6 damage instead of 2D6 drop the lowest, it’d perform better against most vehicles than other Russes. ''Never'' take this.
**** It is statistically worse than a Battle Cannon at -everything-. It actually costs less, thanks to Chapter Approved (20 points to the battle cannon's 22). And "never take it" in a tournament or if you're a win at all costs player. If you're playing for fun, or love the model and look more, it's entirely up to you.
**The three 'Demolisher' variants hit ''much'' harder at the expense of range; only one of them beats two feet.
***''Demolisher Cannon'': You can fit a ''man'' in that gun barrel! Statistically the best tank-buster of all Russ cannons; nearly doubles (x1.82) the cost of the Battle Cannon, but deals x1.75 the Damage against targets with enough Wounds to suffer it, on top of +2S and -1AP, making it far superior against T5 and T8 in practice. With 2 Multi-Meltas and a Lascannon on a tank, this will munch through most enemy armor, if you can bear the cost of 222 points. It gets larger dice rolls versus units of 5 models or more, letting it outpace the Battle Cannon - though using such a short-ranged and expensive weapon against anything but TEQ is a mis-allocation of resources.
***''Executioner Plasma Cannon'': A plasma cannon with nearly double the rate of fire, even before you use Grinding Advance to shoot twice and without a movement penalty, but only x1.33 the cost, and cheaper than a Battle Cannon, at the same price as a Punisher. If you fire it on Supercharge - which you should - it will outshine the Battle Cannon easily, dealing more damage to W2 models at -1AP for 9.1% (2) fewer points. That actually places this weapon in direct competition with the Demolisher Cannon, above - when Supercharged, the Demolisher's only improvement against most targets is +2S, which is of dubious utility, given that it costs 25% more and has 66.67% the range. Speaking of range keep in mind the Executioner is the longest range of the "siege tank" variants, at 36", nowhere near as good as the battle cannon, but a step up from the dangerously short range of the Demolisher and Punisher to a more middle of the road range where you can stay reasonably safe from enemy melta weapons while still laying down plasma fire.
****Real Talk: outside of penalties to hit, this will only deal 0.583... mortal wounds to you, on average. You should ''not'' be feeling scared to fire it, even without re-rolling 1s.
***''Punisher Gatling Cannon'': Tank-mounted BRRRT. Statistically, your best friend against infantry, but it lacks range and struggles against heavy stuff. With 3 heavy bolters (166 points), it can wreak impressive amounts of havoc for a single model.
****You can also combine it with lascannons, multi-meltas, and plasma cannons freely under them, for the same reason. Note that if you ''are'' moving away from heavy bolter sponsons, a lascannon is a better idea than a multi-melta for the hull weapon (especially since multi-meltas can't be taken as hull weapons), as it will outperform the multi-melta against a Land Raider even ''before'' you realize that if you've driven up next to infantry for the Punisher, good heavy targets might be farther away; likewise, the Plasma Cannons will do better if you're willing to supercharge, but without an accuracy buff like Yarrick or Guilliman along, both of whom will slow you down, that's a risky click.
***''Conqueror Battle Cannon'': Actually pretty useful now. No longer the cheaper version of the vanilla, as per the Forgeworld 1.0 FAQ, it is now TEN points MORE. The Conqueror cannon has the same statline as a regular battle cannon, just with a 48" range. The co-axial weapon is only a storm bolter though, rather than the much more logical heavy stubber, but Forgeword are bound to go derp somewhere. Actually while the Storm Bolter is shorter ranged (its max range is half the main gun's, rapid fire is 12) due to not being a heavy weapon it fires at full BS on the move, and it grants rerolls to hit with your Conqueror cannon if you fire on the same target, it doesn't even have to hit anymore. Slap a pintle mounted storm bolter on there and you'll be putting out 8 S4 shots on overwatch.
*** When you do some math you will quickly realize, that this baby is one of the best Russ variants in the game right now. Reroll every (not only failed) shots on the main gun gives you MASSIVE powerboost, almost doubling your hits. Find the path to reroll that random attack D6 roll end enjoy tearing everyting up to a land raider to pieces. Trust me, this tank gonna '''CONQUER''' your battlefield.
*** Chapter Approved has added another 12 pts to its cost. GOD DAMN IT, GW, YOU HAVE ONE JOB!.. - not sure what's going on here, but Chapter Approved lists the Conqueror as 122 points, the same as a Leman Russ Annihilator and dropping 10 points after the Forge World 1.0 FAQ. Where the additional 12 (+10) points came from, I have no idea.
***''Annihilator Twin Lascannon'': In past editions, this was indisputably the most underwhelming Leman Russ variant. However, with the changes to the twin linking rules, compounded by Grinding Advance, it’s the only Leman Russ that has increased in firepower rocking, effectively, 4 bs4 lascannons. Against another Leman Russ, this thing will put out 1.94 wounds, matching the Demolisher but with more range. Expect to see this eclipse the “anti-armor” Vanquisher, which only puts out 0.94 wounds a turn against another Russ. In an edition where vehicles tend to stick around, loaded for bear (multi-melta sponsons and a hull lascannon), this tank has the potential to take out a vehicle per shooting phase.
*** With that cool new Grinding Advance rule, this tank became our one of the best options, matching even Demolisher in sheer amount of hard hitting hatred it can bring to our enemies, even matching Demolisher in his own field, while been miles away from the fight.
*** Chapter Approved has been kind to this laser shooting behemoth, dropping his cost by 10 pts, maybe GW doesn't hate us that much...
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*'''Stygies Destroyer Tank Hunter:''' A Leman Russ chassis with no turret and a Heavy Laser Destroyer Array for a hull gun. It's not twin-linked anymore, instead acting a bit like a small blast weapon - D3 shots at a Lascannon statline, except it rolls 2d6-pick-the-highest vs vehicles on damage. Unlike any other vehicle build on the Russ chassis, it must hold still to get its full BS. Easily overshadowed by the Annihilator.
**'''Stygies Thunderer Siege Tank:''' 10 points more than a Vindicator for one additional wound and 1 lower BS...which only counts when you're standing still, because ''this'' vehicle ignores the heavy penalty. Sadly not particularly worth it due to the general nerf to blast weapons, but can be a fun distraction vehicle or tank-buster nonetheless.
**The Index FAQ deliberately avoided giving this vehicle the buff given to all Leman Russ tanks, for whatever reason, while also making it cost 40 points more than a Demolisher. Take a Demolisher.
*'''Cyclops Demolition Vehicle:''' 40k's version of the [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Goliath_tracked_mine Goliath], a bomb on treads controlled by remote. Magos Cawl figured out how to encrypt the controller signal, so the operator doesn't have to walk around on the field next to it, but putting it in transports disrupts the signal...so you can't drop it out of a Valkyrie anymore. In exchange, it's ''much'' faster (10" move, though advancing prevents you from setting it off) and its payload is one of the few blast weapons in 8th edition that's ''actually'' a blast - you set it off in the Shooting phase, and it hits ''everything,'' friendly and enemy, within d6" like an Earthshaker shell. Oh wait, no, it actually hits ''much harder,'' rolling a flat 2d6 for shots instead of 2d6-take-the-highest, and ''it auto-hits.'' This is the single worst thing to roll into a deathstar of characters at the center of your opponents' army - no more Look Out Sir! to slough off the pain it can bring, and every unit within the effect radius is hit the same. It's not very tough, but it's small and easily concealed behind bigger, bulkier units, and at 40 points it can be a powerful disruptor of enemy formations.
**Note that this little ball of hate explodes on a '''3+''' when killed, and that's your die to roll. You, the Guard player, with the giant pile of command points. Take a reroll, hand out some mortal wounds, and get a glass for the tears of your opponent.
** Chapter Approved has increased its cost to 60 points from 40.
*'''Malcador Tank Family (Forge World Index: Astra Militarum):''' Down(?)-graded from Lord of War to Heavy Support, the light-super-heavy tanks of the Malcador family have been smiled upon in 8th by the removal of weapon facing. This means the bizarre fixed-transfer casement the main gun sits in (and the fact that the sponsons can't train forward) no longer limits its shooting ability; also gone is the chance to break down every time it moves, apparently they finally fixed the engines on these things. The Demolisher cannons have Grinding Advance, as well. Note: The Valdor tank destroyer is still taking a Lord of War, so no spamming Neutron Lasers (not that you could spam a tank this size anyway).
**'''Malcador Heavy Tank:''' The basic Malcador is a Russ on a steroid binge - 18 wounds instead of 12 (this is standard across all Malcadors), and it can carry autocannons or lascannons in the sponsons.
**'''Malcador Annihilator:''' The Malcador's version of the Leman Russ Annihilator. Two lascannons in that weird turret and a Demolisher cannon in the hull.
**'''Malcador Defender:''' ''Now we're talkin'!'' In a remarkable display of foresight, the Defender eschews the nerfed turret weapons of its brothers for an interwar-style turret fitted with ''five'' heavy bolters. Two more on the sponson mounts make for a bullet hose to rival the Stormlord - at 21 shots, it can chew through blobs for breakfast. It also adds 1 to its overwatch hit rolls. A demolisher cannon is still present on the hull for tougher targets.
**'''Malcador Infernus:''' The Malcador's version of the...Hellhound? Apparently someone <s>saw the need</s> addressed the requirement to set entire city blocks on fire at once. This vehicle carries the Inferno Gun, which rolls 2d6 automatic hits with a strength and damage that resembles an Autocannon (with better AP). If that and the 16" range weren't enough the prometheum fuel can be swapped out for <s>Trooper Duffy's special soup recipe</s> a toxic sludge that wounds everything that isn't a vehicle on 2s, and has AP-3. It's a big pile of points and tends to violently explode, but it can be very fun to run! And if it does blow up, try to have it do so next to those heretics. It WILL hurt.
**'''Rapier Laser Destroyer Battery (Forgeworld Index: Astra Militarum):''' Got nerfed hard and went from auto-include to almost-nope. Twin-linked is gone but it still fires only one shot, so there is no chance to reroll that 4+ except CPs (or a Trojan, see above), as the Rapier can't take orders any more. Still, the gun is S12, and ''if'' the shot hits, on a roll of 3-5 it does 2D6 damage, and on a 6 it's upped to 3D6 (so you ''could'' hypothetically one-shot a Land Raider, but it is highly unlikely) - the overall expected damage roll is 6.42, slightly better than 3d3 but slightly worse than 2d6. The price got almost doubled ,to 74 points for one gun and a crew of two. The rapier has 3 wounds now, but unfortunately is only T5. Mathhammer says it will only beat out a team of lascannons (of similar cost) against 2+ models, models of T6 and below, and 3+ models of T9 and above. If you have it, save it for the ''really'' tough stuff.
'''Mobile Artillery:'''
*'''Hydra:''' The original AAA is back in action! The red-headed stepchild of the Chimera-chassis Heavy choices, this is the only one a Master of Ordnance can't help you with. The Hydra can hit ground troops on 5s and {{W40Kkeyword|FLY}} units on 3s, and with its 6 feet of '''8''' S7 AP-1 D2 shots, it's a potentially good investment even if you didn't expect {{W40Kkeyword|FLY}} from your opponent. The power comes at a price, though: 108 points after the compulsory heavy bolter, up from 75. Fliers will learn to fear it, though; it puts out enough power to statistically guarantee damage versus most aircraft. There is a bit of a cost disparity on this vehicle between points (108) and power rating (7), leading to the situation that it's better value for money under the former than the latter, as the "standard" power cost for it should be 5 or 6.
** There's a surprising number of units with '''FLY''', like jetbikes, jump troops, anything that used to be a skimmer in 7th, Monoliths, half of the Dark Eldar and Tau Army Lists... it's really quite staggering. Make sure you check the tags on your target's datasheet before opening fire, and do take a picture of your opponent's face when you inform them of this.
** This will outperform a Basilisk against its chosen targets.... but needs LOS to do it, and against anything else, it won't do so well. Since it needs LOS, and needs to remain static, it's in direct competition with your Heavy Weapons Squads; at cost, you can field 4 lascannon teams in HWSes (with 4 points left over), which will outperform it against the enemy air you were presumably worried about.
*'''Griffon Mortar Carrier:''' The Griffon Mortar Carrier occupies the niche of cheap medium artillery support compared to the other big guns available to the Guard. The Griffon Heavy Mortar has a range of 48" and strikes at S6 with AP -1 and dealing D3 damage per wound and this Mortar ignores cover saves. In previous additions, the Griffon used to have the ability to re-roll scatter, and thanks to the way the bombardment and artillery squadron rules worked meant that you could use it as spotter artillery for your bigger guns. These days however, much like its larger cousin the Basilisk, it rolls 2D6 and takes the highest to determine the number of attacks it makes. This all clocks in at a measly 78 points after purchasing the mandated Heavy Bolter, though this can be swapped out for a Heavy Flamer for extra charge defense and it can also take a pintle mounted weapon and/or Hunter-Killer Missile. Unlike the Medusa and Basilisk who's preferred targets are TeQs, MeQs and Vehicles, the Griffon is best used to rain hate on cover camping units with a 4+ save or worse, though it can also be used to hunt light vehicles and low save, multi-wound models thanks to its D3 damage. It doesn't re-roll wounds like the Wyvern, but since both mortars main targets tend to hide in cover, any time you would take a Wyvern, consider the Griffon instead. Probably not as competitive as either the Medusa or the Basilisk, but a solid artillery piece for the price. Note: Forgeworld no longer sells a model for this unit, but the conversions are super easy.
*'''Basilisk:''' Fluffy is back! The Earthshaker gun motor carriage smacks units up to twenty feet away at with the same power as a lascannon, rolling 2d6 for shot count and taking the highest and ignoring LOS - and it's down in cost too, to 108 points base (after the heavy bolter, which you can pay to upgrade to a heavy flamer if you're an idiot). Better against vehicles than troops, because its multi-wound power is wasted against infantry, but powerful and long-ranged for its points nonetheless. The Basilisk is brutal and very point-efficient, with the only problem being the Guard's BS of 4+ (and there's a stratagem for that). Welcome in any list. It is also "Webstore exclusive" - what a funny coincidence. There is a bit of a cost disparity on this vehicle between points (108) and power rating (7), leading to the situation that it's better value for money under the former than the latter, as the "standard" power cost for it should be 5 or 6.
**Keep in mind that it is just a T6 vehicle so use the ignore LOS ability or see it explode.
*'''Armageddon Pattern Medusa:''' Your only mobile source of the Medusa Siege gun.
This one is an odd little box. What you get is a vehicle that wounds like a Manticore (S10) and is just as tough (T7), ignores armor like a basilisk (AP3) and has a similar point value (111), has the wounds and armor of a Leman Russ (12W and 3+save) but can fire without line of sight. So far so good. However, you trade all this for the lack of ability to fire after moving without a penalty to hit (and have a poor range of 36 inches), the lack of T8 to survive plasma and anti-tank firepower that is usually S7 and above, and worst of all, you score less hits than a basilisk, Manticore or most Leman Russes with grinding advance with your single D6.
*'''Colossus Bombard:''' ''Finally'' gaining the toughness of the Leman Russ chassis it's mounted on, the Colossus still ignores cover, though that doesn't do as much now. Downside, it costs as much as a Leman Russ, too. The mortar itself has gotten a HUGE range increase (In fact this might be a typo - ''240 inches''), and hits like a Heavy Mortar with slightly better AP. It fires twice as many shots, too. All in all, it's a damn fine artillery piece.
'''Static Artillery:'''
*'''Heavy Mortar Battery:''' The Heavy Mortar hits like a midway between a normal mortar and the Earthshaker Cannon. Unfortunately it takes after the latter in price - 72 points for a 3-man team and the gun carriage. Potentially viable if you've got the models, but nothing special.
*'''Heavy Quad Launcher Battery:''' Also known as the Thudd Gun. Invented by [[squats|a race of abhumans]] whose worlds were lost to the Tyranids sometime in the mid-M40s (it's not clear) and much beloved by Kriegers, 8th Edition's Thudd Gun behaves like a Wyvern's quad-gun, without the rerolls to wound (perhaps it doesn't use airburst ammunition?). It's also only 10 points cheaper as a Wyvern, sans the heavy bolter the latter gets with its Chimera mobile platform.
*'''Earthshaker Carriage Battery (Forge World Index: Astra Militarum):''' The Earthshaker Cannon mounted on a Krieg-style wheeled gun carriage. Unlike the above, the crew is separate, and thus can defend the gun in melee. You get 4 crewmen a gun, which essentially means a full battery comes with a free Infantry Squad. ''And'' they can take orders, though re-rolling 1s won't work the miracles that ignoring all cover saves once did. With a slightly-lower-damage version of the lascannon's gun profile and an average of 2.24 hits to a lascannon team's 1.5 for a marginal increase in cost, it's more point-efficient than a lascannon team for tank-busting, and thanks to the high shot count and lasgun-armed crew, better at fighting crowds, too. Not bad.
** Forget about it. Chapter Approved has killed it to death. Now base cost for this poor boy without legs (tracks) is 105 + 16 points for 4 crewman. Stick with a vanilla Basilisk, that costs only 108 points and still can move, while also having a heavy bolter. I would still recommend running it simply for fluffy reasons and that the model looks amazing.
*'''Medusa Carriage Battery (Forge World Index: Astra Militarum):''' The Medusa Siege Gun returns, mounted on a wheeled gun carriage. Got a few buffs - the standard siege shells are ballistic, and may be fired out of line-of-sight now, while the still-direct-fire Bastion-Breaker shells may be used without losing the ability to fire standard shots. The 36" range may chafe on an immobile platform, though.
**The Bastion-Breacher shells can deal some serious damage to fortifications, but at the cost of no longer being able to fire indirectly.

===Lords of War===
Forge World, with its unbridled fetish for treads, guns, and engines, has provided the Guard with the largest selection of Lords of War in the game, bar none. You can't take Titans in here anymore, but you could be forgiven for not noticing. The overwhelming majority of these are tracked vehicles of one variant or another, and most of them have the Steel Behemoth rule, allowing the vehicle in question to shoot and charge normally if it's fallen back that turn, fire heavy weapons with no penalties to hit, fire twin heavy flamers or twin heavy bolters into melee combat as if they were pistols, and fire the larger guns normally even if there are enemies within 1" (but not at those same enemies). Who said the conventional army fighting spooky paranormal activity was being screwed? Here's the hint: That daemon is not
*You won't be able to use Regimental Doctrines for these in a Superheavy Auxiliary Detachment, which means that in order to pull off this level of cheese, you would need to take a Superheavy Detachment or Supreme Command Detachment of the same {{W40Kkeyword|Krieg}} (no plopping in Guilliman in order to achieve this). In other words, if you want a Lord of War that benefits from a Doctrine you'll need to either take several Lords of War, all with the same {{W40Kkeyword|Krieg}} keyword, or a bunch of extra HQs (you could take Yarrick or some Lord Commissars, though). Still, the Imperial Guard is perhaps one of the few armies that can pull this off without too much of a HQ tax since ours tend to be cheap. As of the new Codex, Primaris Psykers as HQ, and Techpriests and regular priests as Elites count towards this HQ quota (and you'll want a techpriest anyway if you are bringing a member of the Baneblade family) without disrupting your regimental doctrine.
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*'''Minotaur Artillery Tank (Forge World):''' One of the two variants of the Malcador chassis that retains the Lord of War title...though you could be forgiven for not noticing, since it's had two Earthshaker cannons mounted on it. ''Backwards.'' Simultaneously the coolest thing on treads and an ungodly abortion only Hereteks could love. Has two heavy bolters mounted on it...somewhere. As a side effect of mashing two Basilisks together it gains Steel Behemoth and a 5+ Invulnerable save against shooting attacks (which is copy-pasted from the Gorgon's entry, because the two are such similar machines...bravo, Forge World). The durability comes at a cost: for the firepower of two Basilisks, it's almost as expensive as three.
*'''Gorgon Heavy Transporter (Forge World):''' Want to haul an entire platoon of Korpsmen? Here's how. With an unmatched-anywhere transport capacity of '''50''' models, the Gorgon can move more men safely than anything else. The Gorgon Mortar is no longer one-shot, too, letting this vehicle function as a pseudo-Land Raider...until you realize you're transporting 4 point models in a Lord of War, and they can't shoot out of it.
**Don't view the Gorgon as a mobile dakka vehicle like the Stormlord. View the Gorgon as a mass transporter to move your Korpsmen into rapid fire range.
** Forgeworld re-released the gorgon : release date Friday 13th of December 2019. New Mold, New Tech, Same Sculpt.
*'''Macharius Family (Forge World:''' the middle child of the super heavy tanks, the Macharius series starts to wield titan-sized guns, while the non-tank variants of the chassis bring to the field some of the largest transport capacities in the game.
**'''Macharius Heavy Tank:''' Suffers from a lot of the problems that the Leman Russ suffers from. It has the potential to deal a lot of damage, but like the Leman Russ battle cannon, the likelihood of it actually doing anything isn't that high. If you really have your heart set on this tank, consider the Macharius Vanquisher as an alternative.
**'''Macharius Omega:''' Its plasma blastgun is pretty amazing, especially if you can keep it still. Only 1 mortal wound per to-hit roll of 1 on the supercharged firing mode, and even if you play it safe, each shot is still doing as much damage as a normal supercharged plasma gun shot, but with much better range. Consider this if facing big squads of MEQ... now, if only FW still made the model for it.
**'''Macharius Vanquisher:''' Two Vanquisher shots are better than one, and if all else fails, you can fire this as a slightly less potent version of the twin battle cannon that the Macharius Heavy Tank has, making this a more versatile choice. It's still nothing to write home about in the grand scheme of things, but at least you get two shots for the Vanquisher cannon instead of 1.
**'''Macharius Vulcan:''' The Vulcan Mega Bolter retains the ability to spin up to maximum speed if the tank hasn't moved, doubling its rate of fire to 30. On a S6 AP-2 gun, that's some SERIOUS pain. With 15 hits on average, you'll be mowing down entire GEQ squads with an average of 12.5 wounds per shooting phase. This is a nice tank to have up your sleeve when that Ork player floods the board with Boyz.
*'''Baneblade Family:''' The galaxy's premier super-heavy tank has been lucky this edition, with almost-universal reductions in points, retention of fire points, ''amazing'' toughness, and the addition of the Steel Behemoth rule. The Steel Behemoth rule is especially powerful on Baneblades; Versus targets ''in'' melee it may fire its twin heavy flamers and twin heavy bolters like pistols, targeting foes within 1" - this makes a fully-armed Baneblade variant one of the ''meanest models in the game'' in close quarters, dealing out an average of '''31''' hits, at S5 AP-1 - and that's before it uses its adamantium tracks, which swing at s9 ap-2 for d3 damage up to 9 times. And those flamers hit on overwatch, too. All variants have a twin heavy bolter on the hull, and may take up to 4 sponsons, each with a lascannon and a twin heavy flamer/twin heavy bolter.
**The choice between twin heavy bolters and twin heavy flamers on your sponsons is a tricky one. The bolters deliver a lower average hit count (3 instead of 7) but are ''much'' cheaper and have more than four times the range of the flamers. If you're thinking of getting in close and can spare the points, a giant tank that's more painful to fight in melee than a ''bloodthirster'' versus most targets can be a lot of fun (and it's even more dangerous in conjunction with the Crush Them! Stratagem to give it WS 2+ and a boosted charge range), but if you plan on hanging back (and have a Trojan around), save yourself the points.
**Codex changes, several members of the Baneblade family have seen a reduction in points cost of up to 40 to their hulls, their main weapons have all been buffed to do an extra D6 shots (e.g. if it fired D6 it now fired 2d6, if it fired 2d6 it now fires 3d6) with the exception that the Stormlord is still a flat 20 and Shadowsword went from 1d6 to 3d3. This has resulted in some changes to power cost though; Baneblade -2, Banehammer 0, Banesword +1, Stormlord -1, Stormsword +1, Shadowsword -1, Doomhammer +1.
**As with all superheavies, carefully assess if your needs would be better met with 2-3 of the smaller versions (in this case Russes). Firepower, board control, damage control, ease of support, and vulnerability to burst damage need to be considered when comparing.
**'''Baneblade:''' First of the turreted variants (though with the removal of facing that's not as relevant anymore), the original Baneblade packs the mighty Baneblade Cannon, a dual-linked heavy bolter, an autocannon, and a hull Demolisher Cannon. Oldies but goldies.
**'''Shadowsword:''' Arguably the most famous aside from the Baneblade itself, the 'Titan-Killer' mounts the incredibly powerful Volcano cannon, still capable of one-shotting Land Raiders even in an edition rife with tough vehicles and monsters with an impressive Strength of '''16'''. Versus {{W40Kkeyword|Titanic}} units it gets +1 to hit with everything and the Volcano Cannon re-rolls wounds. Very little can hope to survive a duel with this beast.
***The Volcano Cannon is 120" Heavy 3d3 S16 AP-5 D2d6, re-rolling wounds against {{W40Kkeyword|Titanic}}, so on average it is 120" Heavy 6 S16 AP-5 D7 - the highest damage*rate of fire gun this line can field, so high it even accounts for lacking a Demolisher Cannon when attacking low-model units. On average, one shot from this gun will kill a fellow Baneblade variant with 1.22 wounds to spare, or a Land Raider with 1.5 wounds to spare. However, it won't kill a Knight in one shot, on average dealing 18.15 wounds - enough to cripple all the way, usually, but you'll want the lascannon sponsons to finish the job.
***Alternatively, give shadowsword-senpai some minions! A Salamander Command Vehicle and a Trojan Support Vehicle can beef up the Volcano Cannon's firepower considerably, taking its average hit count from 3 to 5.33 - which makes for ''23.5'' wounds after damage rolls and the knight's invulnerable save. This means you can finish the job with the hull bolters, and sponsons with lascannons will make the kill a virtual certainty. You will need to take it in a Supreme Command detachment to assign your Shadowsword to a regiment, which means 3 HQs, but you were going to take those Primaris Psykers and Lord Commissars already, right?
***Funny little update in the FAQ; if you so desire, you can now nix the Lascannons off of your weapons sponsons and just take the Twin Heavy Bolters to represent the Forge World Shadowsword model. A bit weird, but it is a cost saving measure if you're really trying to fine tune your points.
**'''Arkurian Pattern Stormblade:''' One of the few variants without a twin heavy bolter stock, this one comes with a plain heavy bolter instead, as well as a plasma blastgun. The Plasma Blastgun's 2d6 MEQ-vaporizing blasts will wipe out any infantry near it. Supercharging it boosts its range from 72" to 96" and boosts the shots' strength and damage by 1, but as always you'll want something nearby to ensure that it doesn't risk damaging itself in the process.
***The Plasma Blastgun is 72" Heavy 2D6 S8 AP-3 D2 or 96" Heavy 2D6 S9 AP-3 D3, 1 mortal wound per 1 rolled to hit, which averages to 72" Heavy 7 S8 AP-3 D2 or 96" Heavy 7 S9 AP-3 D3 and take 1.17 mortal wounds, which would still be underwhelming even if it didn't inflict the mortal wounds, largely because this is a Forge World gun that didn't get up-gunned, so the Codex variants are deeply superior.
**'''Stormsword:''' Formerly one of the cheapest variants (though still a list-buster at 390 points ''before its weapons),'' the Stormsword carries the Stormsword Siege Cannon, a massive gun that ignores cover and all but the strongest armor to boot. Lead the charge and smash the foe. Lost a lot of its thriftyness with the Shadowsword, Banehammer, and Banesword now matching it in price.
***The Stormsword Siege Cannon is 36" Heavy 4H2d6 S10 AP-4 D1d6r1, Ignores Cover, or on average, 36" Heavy 9.34 S10 AP-4 D3.92. Its relatively shabby gun is only comparable to guns carried by cousins with transport capacities and firing decks, so you probably want to shop around the other choices before settling for this one.

==Death Korps of Krieg Tactics==

*Deathriders are perhaps the single greatest edge you have over any other IG regiment, Rough Riders simply cannot compare (although they do make excellent tank hunters).
Use '''Flanking Maneuvers''' to put up to ''50'' horses in your opponent's backfield for every Deathrider Command Squad in your army. An all Deathrider army is perfectly feasible and highly competitive, though it works best when supported by a horde of infantry and mortar artillery.
*Combat Engineers' ''Carcass Shot'' and Acid Grenades make splinter rifles look tame by comparison. If your Engineers get locked in melee (and with a 12" threat range it's going to happen) fall back 6", '''Get Back In the Fight!", and then use the ''Grenadiers'' stratagem to lob ''10'' Acid Grenades at your opponent.
**Your Engineers will need a transport, either a Centaur if you're running them in MSU or a Chimera for a full squad and a Field Officer. A Field officer with the The Dagger of Tu'Sakh with a full squad of engineers coming in behind the enemy is very powerful. Just say they tunneled up from below.
*Kriegers are practically fearless thanks to '''Cult of Sacrifice''' which makes them immune to morale tests caused by shooting. Put Marshal Karis Venner in range of a regimental standard - he becomes LD10...and so does every infantry/cavalry model within 12" of him. This makes '''Consolidate Squads''' not such a terrible idea as morale tests are irrelevant if you're fighting a shooty opponent (Tau, IG, etc).
*Krieg is perhaps the best IG regiment when it comes to melee (other than Catachans). You are also one of the toughest - ultra-high LD + '''Cult of Sacrifice''', Storm Chimeras, Deathriders, and (relatively) cheap infantry hordes mean Kriegers are surprisingly hard to table even against horde-optimized armies.
*Krieg excels in games with heavy terrain like few other armies. Deathriders aren't impeded by charging through cover while mortar artillery ignores cover saves completely. And Combat Engineers are even in better in Cities of Death where they can benefit from '''Fire In the Hole'''.

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Periodic Table of Dragons

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A short /tg/ thread asking about the nature of draconic colors lead to a discussion about metallic dragons, and all the various metals on the periodic table of elements. Glorious writing and drawing results.

'''Dragons still needed: 71, 89, 95(?)'''

== Periodic Table of Contents ==
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<tr>
<th>Group</th>
<th>1</th>
<th>2</th>
<th> </th>
<th>3</th>
<th>4</th>
<th>5</th>
<th>6</th>
<th>7</th>
<th>8</th>
<th>9</th>
<th>10</th>
<th>11</th>
<th>12</th>
<th>13</th>
<th>14</th>
<th>15</th>
<th>16</th>
<th>17</th>
<th>18</th>
</tr>
<tr>
<th>Period</th>
<td colspan="19"></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<th>1</th>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>1<br>[[#Hydrogen_1|H]]<br>1.008</td>
<td colspan="17"></td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>2<br>[[#Helium_2|He]]<br>4.0026</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<th>2</th>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>3<br>[[#Lithium_3|Li]]<br>6.94</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>4<br>[[#Beryllium_4|Be]]<br>9.0122</td>
<td colspan="11"></td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>5<br>[[#Boron_5|B]]<br>10.81</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>6<br>[[#Carbon_6|C]]<br>12.011</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>7<br>[[#Nitrogen_7|N]]<br>14.007</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>8<br>[[#Oxygen_8|O]]<br>15.999</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>9<br>[[#Fluorine_9|F]]<br>18.998</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>10<br>[[#Neon_10|Ne]]<br>20.180</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<th>3</th>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>11<br>[[#Sodium_11|Na]]<br>22.990</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>12<br>[[#Magnesium_12|Mg]]<br>24.305</td>
<td colspan="11"></td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>13<br>[[#Aluminum_13|Al]]<br>26.982</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>14<br>[[#Silicon_14|Si]]<br>28.085</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>15<br>[[#Phosphorus_15|P]]<br>30.974</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>16<br>[[#Sulfur_16|S]]<br>32.06</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>17<br>[[#Chlorine_17|Cl]]<br>35.45</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>18<br>[[#Argon_18|Ar]]<br>39.948</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<th>4</th>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>19<br>[[#Potassium_19|K]]<br>39.098</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>20<br>[[#Calcium_20|Ca]]<br>40.078</td>
<td></td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>21<br>[[#Scandium_21|Sc]]<br>44.956</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>22<br>[[#Titanium_22|Ti]]<br>47.867</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>23<br>[[#Vanadium_23|V]]<br>50.942</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>24<br>[[#Chromium_24|Cr]]<br>51.996</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>25<br>[[#Manganese_25|Mn]]<br>54.938</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>26<br>[[#Iron_26|Fe]]<br>55.845</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>27<br>[[#Cobalt_27|Co]]<br>58.933</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>28<br>[[#Nickel_28|Ni]]<br>58.693</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>29<br>[[#Copper_29|Cu]]<br>63.546</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>30<br>[[#Zinc_30|Zn]]<br>65.38</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>31<br>[[#Gallium_31|Ga]]<br>69.723</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>32<br>[[#Germanium_32|Ge]]<br>72.63</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>33<br>[[#Arsenic_33|As]]<br>74.922</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>34<br>[[#Selenium_34|Se]]<br>78.96</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>35<br>[[#Bromine_35|Br]]<br>79.904</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>36<br>[[#Krypton_36|Kr]]<br>83.798</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<th>5</th>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>37<br>[[#Rubidium_37|Rb]]<br>85.468</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>38<br>[[#Strontium_38|Sr]]<br>87.62</td>
<td></td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>39<br>[[#Yttrium_39|Y]]<br>88.906</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>40<br>[[#Zirconium_40|Zr]]<br>91.224</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>41<br>[[#Niobium_41|Nb]]<br>92.906</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>42<br>[[#Molybdenum_42|Mo]]<br>95.96</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>43<br>[[#Technetium_43|Tc]]<br>[97.91]</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>44<br>[[#Ruthenium_44|Ru]]<br>101.07</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>45<br>[[#Rhodium_45|Rh]]<br>102.91</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>46<br>[[#Palladium_46|Pd]]<br>106.42</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>47<br>[[#Silver_47|Ag]]<br>107.87</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>48<br>[[#Cadmium_48|Cd]]<br>112.41</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>49<br>[[#Indium_49|In]]<br>114.82</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>50<br>[[#Tin_50|Sn]]<br>118.71</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>51<br>[[#Antimony_51|Sb]]<br>121.76</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>52<br>[[#Tellurium_52|Te]]<br>127.60</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>53<br>[[#Iodine_53|I]]<br>126.90</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>54<br>[[#Xenon_54|Xe]]<br>131.29</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<th>6 </th>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>55<br>[[#Cesium_55|Cs]]<br>132.91</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>56<br>[[#Barium_56|Ba]]<br>137.33</td>
<th>*</th>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>71<br>[[#Lutetium_71|Lu]]<br>174.97</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>72<br>[[#Hafnium_72|Hf]]<br>178.49</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>73<br>[[#Tantalum_73|Ta]]<br>180.95</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>74<br>[[#Tungsten_74|W]]<br>183.84</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>75<br>[[#Rhenium_75|Re]]<br>186.21</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>76<br>[[#Osmium_76|Os]]<br>190.23</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>77<br>[[#Iridium_77|Ir]]<br>192.22</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>78<br>[[#Platinum_78|Pt]]<br>195.08</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>79<br>[[#Gold_79|Au]]<br>196.97</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>80<br>[[#Mercury_80|Hg]]<br>200.59</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>81<br>[[#Thallium_81|Tl]]<br>204.38</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>82<br>[[#Lead_82|Pb]]<br>207.2</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>83<br>[[#Bismuth_83|Bi]]<br>208.98</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>84<br>[[#Polonium_84|Po]]<br>[208.98]</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>85<br>[[#Astatine_85|At]]<br>[209.99]</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>86<br>[[#Radon_86|Rn]]<br>[222.02]</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<th>7 </th>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>87<br>[[#Francium_87|Fr]]<br>[223.02]</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>88<br>[[#Radium_88|Ra]]<br>[226.03]</td>
<th>**</th>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>103<br>Lr<br>[262.11]</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>104<br>Rf<br>[265.12]</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>105<br>Db<br>[268.13]</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>106<br>Sg<br>[271.13]</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>107<br>Bh<br>[270]</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>108<br>Hs<br>[277.15]</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>109<br>Mt<br>[276.15]</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>110<br>Ds<br>[281.16]</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>111<br>Rg<br>[280.16]</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>112<br>Cn<br>[285.17]</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>113<br>Nh<br>[284.18]</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>114<br>Fl<br>[289.19]</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>115<br>Mc<br>[288.19]</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>116<br>Lv<br>[293]</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>117<br>Ts<br>[294]</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>118<br>Og<br>[294]</td>
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<td> </td>
<td colspan="19"></td>
</tr>
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<th colspan="3">*Lanthanoids</th>
<th>*</th>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>57<br>[[#Lanthanum_57|La]]<br>138.91</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>58<br>[[#Cerium_58|Ce]]<br>140.12</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>59<br>[[#Praseodymium_59|Pr]]<br>140.91</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>60<br>[[#Neodymium_60|Nd]]<br>144.24</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>61<br>[[#Promethium_61|Pm]]<br>[144.91]</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>62<br>[[#Samarium_62|Sm]]<br>150.36</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>63<br>[[#Europium_63|Eu]]<br>151.96</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>64<br>[[#Gadolinium_64|Gd]]<br>157.25</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>65<br>[[#Terbium_65|Tb]]<br>158.93</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>66<br>[[#Dysprosium_66|Dy]]<br>162.50</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>67<br>[[#Holmium_67|Ho]]<br>164.93</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>68<br>[[#Erbium_68|Er]]<br>167.26</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>69<br>[[#Thulium_69|Tm]]<br>168.93</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>70<br>[[#Ytterbium_70|Yb]]<br>173.05</td>
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<th colspan="3">**Actinoids</th>
<th>**</th>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>89<br>[[#Actinium_89|Ac]]<br>[227.03]</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>90<br>[[#Thorium_90|Th]]<br>232.04</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>91<br>[[#Protactinium_91|Pa]]<br>231.04</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>92<br>[[#Uranium_92|U]]<br>238.03</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>93<br>[[#Neptunium_93|Np]]<br>[237.05]</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>94<br>[[#Plutonium_94|Pu]]<br>[244.06]</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>95<br>Am<br>[243.06]</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>96<br>[[#Curium_96|Cm]]<br>[247.07]</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>97<br>Bk<br>[247.07]</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>98<br>Cf<br>[251.08]</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>99<br>Es<br>[252.08]</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>100<br>Fm<br>[257.10]</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>101<br>Md<br>[258.10]</td>
<td style='text-align:center;border:1px solid black'>102<br>No<br>[259.10]</td>
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{{PeriodicTableOfDragonsArticles}}

==Hydrogen 1==
[[File:HydrogenDragon.jpg|200px|thumb|right|Hydrogen Dragon]]
Given the distinct characteristics of most of dragon-kind, the existence of Hydrogen dragons is a hotly debated topic among dracologists, some argue that the creatures called Hydrogens are not dragons at all but rather some unusual form of sea serpent or snake. However, until a kind of Hydrogen is found which conforms to the template, those who disagree with the naming of the creatures have little choice but to accept it.

Hydrogen dragons are an unusual breed, the gelatinous eggs are laid in typhoons during the hurricane season to be spread throughout the ocean. Early in life they are little more than sea serpents, unintelligent and voracious.

Once they reach adolescence they begin to grow extremely quickly, putting on as much as a foot of length in a single day. However, the most unusual thing that happens is that during this growth spurt is that they begin to grow massive amounts of excess skin, enough to cover themselves ten or fifteen times over. During this time their appetite increases to truly legendary proportions; a Hydrogen dragon has been known to eat an entire whale in a single day, and will happily eat the same again the next day.

What happens next is a mystery, for they dive deep into the ocean and do not surface again until they are fully grown.

A fully grown Hydrogen dragon is a truly enormous creature, dwarfing all other breeds in terms of volume. However, they are unbelievably light for their size, swimming through the air like a fish through water. Known to follow storm clouds, there are accounts of them deliberately getting struck by lightning, though determining the purpose of this has proven difficult. According to other sources, a Hydrogen deprived of lightning will eventually sink to the earth and will be unable to fly until struck again.

Hydrogens produce a blinding flame which is believed to be used in mating rituals, though these take place inside of storm clouds and are rarely seen anywhere else.

They are notoriously difficult to hunt, given the altitudes they live at, though it is possible to find one that has been downed by bad luck. Even after finding one there is little to gain from them beyond a large amount of extremely tough leather. The gas inside of their hides escapes through the smallest puncture and should it be exposed to a flame a large explosion will result.

If sufficiently startled they will produce a brilliant flame of sufficient force to launch them several hundred meters into the air, though reports of this ability should be considered anecdotal at best.

==Helium 2==
[[File:HeliumDragon.jpg|200px|thumb|right|Helium Dragon]]
Helium dragons are one of the most unusual of the elemental dragon varieties. For much of history, their existence was totally unknown, as they spend almost all their lives high in the atmosphere to keep themselves at a sufficiently cold temperature. They subsist almost entirely on drifting molecules of organic matter, filtered through their thin, diaphanous skin, and only come to earth to reproduce.

Their bodies are long and slender, with small flotation bladders spaced evenly along its length. Their wings are enormous, shot through with incredible numbers of capillaries filled with a strange fluid, whose unnatural hydraulic properties allow the movement of the gigantic wings with almost no effort. These wings absorb the nutrients they need to survive.

Their eggs are incredibly lightweight, and must be glued to the ground with ice, which the female must constantly refresh to protect the egg. On the ground, helium dragons can only defend themselves with incredible cold, sprayed at the enemy in a jet of their own liquid blood, and they seek the most isolated mountains to brood. Their coloration is suspected to be a product of this, as they only descend to earth in the light of dawn or dusk, making their pinkish-orange color a highly effective camouflage.

Heliums have no natural predators, and by and large are totally inaccessible, and totally disinterested in the affairs of the world below. What little is known about them has come from dissecting the rare corpses that survive the fall from the upper atmosphere, and from the vanishingly rare individuals that have spoken to other living creatures besides themselves.

It is known that the auroras are influenced by the Helium dragons, and they may use those events as a signal to congregate in huge flotillas to socialize.

==Lithium 3==
[[File:Lithium_dragon.jpg|200px|thumb|right|Lithium Dragon]]
At the far extent of the Metallic dragon family, we observe the Lithium dragon family. The smallest of the true Metallics, they are often mistaken for other animals, confused with natives of Mechanicus in particular.

Only about the size of a small child, and not particularly intelligent, the Lithium dragon is nevertheless dangerous, in no small part because of its profligate breeding habits and vast population. To other dragons, they are a nuisance, but to humans, they can be a menace if enraged. Fortunately, the Lithium dragon is the gentlest of the Alkali subfamily.

To smaller creatures like Kobolds and Halflings, their speed makes them deadly, though the Lithium's soft flesh is easy enough to pierce with a spear or sling stone.

They are native to deserts, high mountaintops, and anywhere where there is little moisture. Rain causes their flesh to bubble and sear, and is extremely painful. For this reason, water is the weapon of choice against them.

The Lithium's breath weapon is one of the most distinctive of the Metallic species, colored a brilliantly deep red flame. This flame is used in their mating rituals, and males that can breathe the largest and most colorful flames are the most desirable. Unlike the Bismuths, Lithiums are quite territorial, and do not lightly permit outsiders to observe their rituals.

==Beryllium 4==
[[File:Beryllium_dragon.JPG|200px|thumb|right|Beryllium Dragon]]
Beryllium dragons are quite rare, and are highly photosensitive. Small but tough, their skin begins to decompose in the sun, for the radiation of stars is deadly to them. They are highly resistant to the Radiant Metallics, as the energy simply seems to pass through them, unlike the Borons, which absorb and diffuse the Radiant energy.

They have no breath weapons of their own, but when threatened, they shed copious amounts of toxic dust from underneath their scales, which cause growths to form in the victim's lungs, choking them to death.

Beryllium dragons are widely sought after as mates by Copper, Aluminum, Iron and Nickel dragons, because their crossbreeds exhibit highly improved scale strength and hardness. As such, the smaller Berylliums are often politically minded dragons, pitting their larger allies against those that would harm them, and forming familial houses dedicated to strategic marriages with stronger dragons.

A Beryllium dragon can be identified not just by its small size, but by the greenish emerald nodules decorating the length of its spine. On the females, the emeralds are about the size of a man's thumb, but on the males, they can grow to nearly the size of two stacked fists in the largest and oldest specimens. Used to attract mates, shed scales are also presented as gifts to other dragons and even mortals on occasion.

Beryllium dragons signify marriage by inscribing their names into the male's largest emerald spike, which is then shed and carried with them as long as the relationship lasts.

==Boron 5==
Many of the larger Metallic dragons are deadly not because of their strength or speed, but because they are surrounded by a strange force, akin to heat or a very bright, penetrating light. Simply being near them is enough to kill an unprotected man, and many nations fear their blessedly rare incursions.

One species of Metallic though, barely deserving of the name, is the Boron Dragon. Relatively small, and quite fragile, they are astoundingly swift creatures, with gigantic, gossamer wings disproportionate to their size. High altitude fliers, they can take to the air with nothing more than a slight breeze and a well angled wing. On the ground, they are nimble, seeming to defy gravity as they scamper around with a decidedly un-draconic glee.

These strange dragons were once more common than they are now, because the intelligent races figured out that their bodies could absorb and block that deadly force of the greater Metallics. A great slaughter ensued, hunting the Borons nearly to extinction for their skin and wings, which could forge protective cloaks and armor for an entire human or orc tribe.

The Borons now live in extremely isolated areas, and are profoundly reclusive and distrustful. Gear made from their bodies is a relic now, and fetches astronomical prices.

Entire tribes die each year hunting the remaining beasts, but when a single corpse can buy a mighty town or army, the lust for greed eternally fuels the hunt.

==Carbon 6==
[[File:06 carbon.JPG|200px|thumb|right|Carbon Dragon]]
Carbon dragons are considered Crystalline by most scholars. Jet black in appearance, with diamond spikes only on their backs, claws, teeth, and the tip tail to reflect light, they are primarily nocturnal creatures. The lenses of their eyes incorporate diamonds as well, collecting and refracting light into the eye more efficiently than human eyes, allowing them to see in the dark.

They are a very common species, inhabiting a diverse range of climates. Ferocious on the attack, they're downright cowardly on the defense because their scales are frail, almost crumbly. Inside, they are one of the few Elemental dragons to have very mammalian muscles, but their blood is a dark, strange-smelling liquid. When set alight, it will burn for hours, and is a valued commodity in the Northlands.

The young Carbon's primary means of attack is a fire breath that makes up for in endurance what it loses in heat, as a flammable black fluid they produce can infuse the fire with the ability to stay alight for hours or days. They are also virtually immune to any fire or heat themselves, as it only serves to harden their scales. They often reside in caves beneath the earth or deep in mountains, often near natural lava flows that they drink and bathe from. When they are young, the Carbon dragon has quickly shedding scales that can be used as a fuel source, making them highly sought after to be tamed or hunted. As they mature, however, grooming with flame and natural changes leads to a harder coat of scales that sheds less frequently. Once they reach a certain point of crystallization, their flame begins to weaken until it disappears altogether upon becoming a Diamond dragon.

Carbon dragons are remarkably unintelligent, barely more than clever animals, and they adopt a pack mentality in most things, though they are known for using their shed scales to make cave images by scrawling black marks on the walls. The meaning of these marks is unclear, but is a favorite topic of discussion among scholars debating the Carbon's status as intelligent beings.

The same cannot be said of the older examples of the species, however. Diamond dragons are considered one of the most dangerous kinds of dragon, having lived through centuries of predation, they are devious fighters and brilliant tacticians, able to outwit any hunter. The only reliable way to beat a Diamond is to enlist both a wizard and a stronger dragon such as a Tungsten or Osmium, and this leaves little in the way of scavengable remains.

Perhaps as a sign of their distance from the true Metallics, Carbons are preyed upon at nearly every opportunity by their larger cousins, who incorporate their essence into their own bodies. However, they breed easily with other species and can even catenate hybrids that normally can not mix, so some of the more far-sighted dragons exhibit a more protective response.

Their bones are composed primarily of a tough, flexible material that has defied investigation. Though poorly suited for use as armor because it is prone to fracturing, Carbon bones are commonly used as handles for maces, due to their light weight. For small projects, they can be used as support beams in buildings. Their wings have a peculiar sheen to them, and are coated in a very thin layer of a flaky material that has excellent heat and electrical conductivity. Despite their small size and relative fragility to physical impact, the Carbon dragon is very skilled at using their wings to deflect and resist both fire and electrical attacks.

==Nitrogen 7==
Nitrogen dragons were once believed to be two separate species. One form is the pale, almost translucent dragons with a faint purple blue glow that live in extremely cold temperatures. These dragons have fine, smooth scales, small horns and claws, and a thin elongated frame, giving them a deceptively weak appearance. While all Fluid dragons can breathe supercooled liquid as a weapon, only a handful of Fluid dragons can match the Nitrogen for the intensity of the blast, and none can sustain a blast as long.

The people in the far north follow Nitrogen dragons, watching to see where their mating frenzies in the snow leave their essence in the earth, churned into the soil. Those tribes then use the extra-fertile soil to perform agriculture in the short growing seasons of the polar summer, enabling them to harvest food that's not just seals and whales. This permits some habitation in Fluid dragon territory, normally too inhospitable for other forms of life, and these people are the ones with the strongest legends and interactions with the Fluid breeds.

More commonly seen are the so-called "Bomb Dragons" who, as the name implies, have such volatile internal processes that when disturbed or damaged, they tend to violently explode. Larger, bulkier almost to the point of being bloated, and generally with a dirty yellow coloration, these dragons are a slightly more common form of Nitrogen dragon, and perhaps uniquely, are commonly found away from the frozen preserves of other gas dragons. Careful study has found that Nitrogen dragons that ingest large quantities of organic matter find their internal chemistry altering, similar to the process of 'alloying' that occurs with other dragons.

The breath weapon of a Nitrogen 'Bomb Dragon' is a projectile globule of a viscous, colorless liquid that violently detonates upon impact. More than one Bomb Dragon has inadvertently detonated themselves with clumsy use of this weapon.

Despite the danger, many consider the Bomb Dragons a good omen. A Bomb Dragon rooting through a field is said to guarantee bumper crops for years to come, and as few other dragons will approach a Bomb Dragon, these volatile and dangerous beasts are viewed as affording a measure of protection to those nearby.

==Oxygen 8==
Oxygen dragons are amongst the most common as well as the most approachable Fluid dragons. Dwelling all along the sides of mountains and in frozen valleys, they make their homes in cold regions similar to other Fluid dragons.

Unlike other Fluid dragons they are not immediately corrosive to the mortal races, but still a danger to many Metallic dragons as their breath and indeed their blood will quickly cause the Metallics to rust.

Oxygen dragons are a striking blue color, with the blood that flows through their veins even more so. In fact their bodies are fairly translucent, allowing the direct observation of the deep blue blood that runs in their circulatory system. Similar to many of the Fluid dragons, they tend to spend most of their time in the air, which is supplemented by 2 sectional wings similar to a butterfly with swirled hues of blue, their slim bodies and 4 slender, spindly limbs that act as legs and manipulators.

Lacking float bladders, the Oxygen dragons do not climb to extreme altitudes, but they do have two evaporator bladders on their underside that convert some of the blue liquid to gas and force it out at high speeds.

In terms of breathe weapons Oxygen dragons are further unique as they have 3 gas sacs on their neck from which different gasses are used for different purposes. The first appears to be relatively harmless to the mortal races, but has a profound effect on metals and Metallic dragons, the second is even more dangerous to Metallics as well as destroying the lungs of any creature nearby, and the third is highly corrosive and destructive to most organic matter and dragons.

Oxygen dragons are commonly of a thoughtful and calm temperament, and are often willing to trade with mortals for their breath as reagents as well as knowledge they have gained from the air or of other dragons.

==Fluorine 9==
[[File:09-_flourine.JPG|200px|thumb|right|Flourine Dragon]]
Observable only from afar, the Fluorine dragon is a yellowish, ever-aloft affair with unusually smooth scales, making it appear that they have patterned skin rather than proper scales. These scales grow and regrow at an alarming rate, but without this rapidly regenerating outer layer, they would soon find their skin eaten through.

Not particularly dense, Fluorine dragons are ludicrously quick to please or anger, but relatively talkative at range. They lack the inherent defenses common to many dragons such as the protections against lesser magics or an aura of unnatural energy, but make up for it in several other ways. The aura of a Fluorine dragon is entirely natural and may vary by exposure; nearly all things react violently, causing explosions, the production of acids and poisons, with water being one of the most dangerous. Only certain particularly resilient Noble dragons and other Fluorine dragons can safely interact with them.

Though intelligent, they are short-lived, and so are willing to take risks that few except Franciums or Chlorines would tenant. They have been seen as far south as Mont-Eiresen, though those who roam outside of their native range care little for the havoc they cause. Those who live outside the Arctic know little of a Fluorine's pleasant demeanor, having only seen reports of the devastation left when a group of them flies over.

Fluorine dragons have no true breath weapon, and unusually for Fluid dragons, have rather strong teeth, though they prefer to fight with a blast-shaping wing-buffet or direct contact. With the proper preparation and runes they can be overcome, though one should be wary of allowing such a corpse to react with their own lands.

Attacking a Fluorine dragon is a folly for any man. To withstand the constant overpressure shell, acidic mists, concentrated toxins, flame and even electrical discharges requires nearly draconic might, and any violent contact as devastating for the assailant as the dragon.

==Neon 10==
[[File:Neon Dragon.png|200px|thumb|right|Neon Dragon]]
Neon dragons are perhaps the most sociable of the "Noble" Fluid dragons. Though they are remarkably private about their personal lives, they enjoy interacting with those others who brave the cold to come and speak with them.

Many a polar traveler has seen what looks like a mirage, only to find a Neon dragon family's dwelling, carved from ice and illuminated with beautiful red lamps, whose origin is not told to outsiders.

Inside, the Neon dragons welcome visitors, and enjoy learning of the outside world, though they typically have little to share themselves other than a comfortable bed.

Like most of the "Noble" Fluid dragons, the Neons have no breath weapon other than a suffocatingly cold jet of the same liquid pumping through their veins, which chokes people to death even as it freezes them and buffets them with waves of cold, expanding air.

Their bodies are shorter and heavier than the Helium dragons, though similar in overall structure, and their wings are considerably smaller. They enjoy flying, though they are primarily a terrestrial species.

==Sodium 11==
Sodium dragons are one of the smaller Metallic dragons, but not quite on the scale of their Lithium cousins, growing to about the height of an average- sized man and having a little less mass than one. Unmistakable in shaped they grow with hind legs, clawless wings, and frills along their neck that expand when threatened.

These frills allow for sodium dragons to scare potential enemies in an attempt to prevent a fight as they have flesh and scales that barely match the defensive strength of human skin. Though lacking any claws, these dragons have exceptional speed and their lightweight frames allow them to jump and fly exceptionally well turning their powerful hind legs into formidable weapons against small foes.

Sodium dragons can also be identified by their distinctive bright yellow flame and the white powdery coating on their silvery scales. The properties of this white powder and the scales that produce it are sought after by many as cleaning agents and as flux in glass making. However due to the relative difficulty of catching or killing these speedy creatures, the market remains fairly lucrative.

The sodium dragons live in deserts, mountain tops, and other areas with low moisture as do its close relatives as water is caustic to it’s flesh, sometimes to the point of ignition, making water a useful agent for protection, but at the same time an unreliable method for obtaining any salable materials from their bodies.

==Magnesium 12==
Magnesium dragons are one of the stronger and lighter Metallic dragons, silvery-white they produce a remarkably bright white flame, the use of which attracts their family as they usually live quite close to each other and associate the light of their breath weapon with dire situations and danger. So besides a weapon it's an alarm too, immediately calling back-up for the fight.

While most immediate cousins to the magnesium dragon within the metal family are quite vulnerable to oxygen, magnesium dragons have a natural immunity which negates the alkali weakness (though this can be temporarily undone by certain spells).
Magnesium dragons are quite fearsome, among all dragons they can hold continuous fire the longest, indeed even having trouble stopping and have a mixture of toughness and lightness that's great for high altitude flight.

Magnesium dragons are very similar to aluminum dragons in build and personality, and can live near them without conflict.

==Aluminum 13==
Aluminum dragons are one of the most common of the Metallic dragons, and although abundant they are not generally a danger to the mortal races unless provoked. The dragons are slightly larger than a horse and serpentine in nature with a series of vestigial wings along the sides of their bodies that are used as reflective plates to attract mates, as well as to control their movement in water.

Unusual to the Metallic dragons, Aluminum dragons are not particularly adverse to water and due to their unique physiology are often found living near sources of fresh water. The dragons use this water to produce a low-density gas in a specialized bladder that not only helps them maintain buoyancy, but also can be exhaled and ignited in an orange flame as a breath weapon against intruders.

Aluminum dragons’ vestigial wings and scales, despite being fairly weak as a form of armor due to their softness and flexibility, are found to be quite useful as heat sinks and electrical conductors. This gives the Aluminum dragon a natural strength against heat and electric attacks, as well as a product to sell to the mortal races.

An Aluminum dragon’s greatest weakness is the touch of a Gallium dragon, which immediately poisons their flesh causing it to rot and fall apart. Depending on the location, this can often be quite fatal, especially if the dragon is affected around its gas bladder which in conjuncture with the Gallium rot can rupture or even explode due to the pressures within. For this reason Aluminum dragons avoid Gallium dragons at any cost, sometimes even fleeing their homes at the slightest sign of ones presence.

==Silicon 14==
Silicon dragons are unusual creatures, having characteristics of both Crystalline and Metallic dragons. They are tough and strong, but also lightweight, and have a strange, multifaceted exterior.

Their claws and scales are soft and easily fractured when new, looking almost like transparent glass, but as they age, Silicon dragons consume inordinate amounts of coal, plant matter, and anything else with plenty of carbon in it, including animal life. As they process this material, their scales harden, taking on an extremely hard, sharp outer edge that can cut like a razor and withstand incredible strain. Their claws likewise harden, darken, and can slash through armor with ease.

Underneath their scales are thick, glutinous pseudomuscles made of a rubbery material, which they can flex a little bit to let off heat from underneath, and raise the scales up so their outer edges face predators. In the wild, Silicon dragons flare these scales up both to look larger, and as a mating display. The dark outer edge and the metallic-crystal main body make a striking show.

These dragons are very social, forming large groups for protection, and can breathe blasts of fine, glittering powder at their enemies, blinding and choking them.

They fly well, and stand about 14 feet high at the shoulder.

Silicon dragons love glass and glass sculpture, and share an interesting friendship with Uranium and Europium dragons, making and coloring sculptures of inordinate beauty and grace.

==Phosphorus 15==
Phosphorous dragons are a genetically unstable species, with four common subspecies, distinguishable by the vibrant colors of their scales. White, Red, Violet, and Black Phosphorous dragons have all been observed in the wild.

White is fairly uncommon, and is characterized, much as Francium dragons are, by mental instability, a volatile temper, and a short lifespan of only a few decades to a century. The Whites breathe a powerful flame, and will shed a gout of sparks from their hide when struck by edged weapons. In general, it is recommended to use only maces and other blunt weapons when hunting this breed.

Whites are easy to detect, because in the dark, they glow a faint bluish-green.

Reds are more stable than Whites, and their scales are very small and flexible, almost like a snake's. With age, the Reds become Blacks, almost inert and without fire. These are the elders of the species, and can live for millennia.

Violet Phosphorous dragons are only found in close proximity to Lead dragons, and seem to absorb some of the Lead's stability and resilience. This subspecies is genetically distinct from the other Phosphorous dragons, and is rare and poorly studied.

==Sulfur 16==
Sulfur dragons live up to their reputation as fiery creatures, often found in and around volcanic vents and fumaroles. Extremely difficult to spot in their native environment, when found elsewhere they have an extremely distinctive yellow hue.

They smell extremely pungent, and are unwelcome in towns or around vegetation, which they kill just by being around. Scrapings of their shed scales provides extremely useful anti-fungal and anti insect powders though, and provide the beasts with valuable trade goods. Ground into the soil, their scales also promote plant growth, and are in demand by farmers everywhere.

When angered, they squeeze water from an internal bladder, mixing it with their essence and forming a profoundly deadly acid, which can strip a man's flesh in minutes. As such, they are extremely hazardous in a fight, for armor means nothing to their liquid fury.

When crossbred with Iron dragons, a hybrid is formed that looks very like a Gold dragon, though it is a sterile, fairly unintelligent creature, much weaker than either parent. However, as might be expected from parents of Iron and Sulfur, when the Pyrite child strikes a claw against its chest, sprays of hot sparks can be formed. Sometimes, when Sulfur dragon scales are ground up and mixed with secret compounds, an explosion occurs from a Pyrite's spark.

Indeed, the Pyrites, despite their lack of intelligence by draconic standards, are the world's first users of guns and gunpowder, using tools to make up for what mother nature didn't give them, and they get along with mortal races far better than most.

==Chlorine 17==
Chlorine dragons have a distinctive pale yellow green color, and a thin, sinewy frame that gives the impression of hunger, or even malnourishment. Like all Fluid dragons, Chlorine dragons prefer colder climates and are relatively fragile. However, chlorine dragons are short-lived by draconic standards. This limited lifespan will often drive the Chlorine dragons to take risks that their more stable cousins would not countenance, and as a result they may be found ranging far from their natural habitat.

Chlorine dragons are best known for the exhalations of chlorine gas that their physiologies constantly produce. The Chlorine dragon's breath weapon is a supercooled near-liquid jet of this same dangerous corrosive gas, and is extraordinarily dangerous to dragon and human alike. Many dragons will find themselves corroded or poisoned by the blast, even the normally impervious Gold dragons. This breath weapon is considered particularly insidious, as the gas warms and diffuses, it will linger near the ground in great choking clouds, as well as turning all water within the cloud to an extremely strong acid.

Little else is known about the Chlorine dragons physiology, personality, or temperament, and there are few brave enough to investigate this species further.

==Argon 18==
Argon dragons are one of the most common Fluid dragons, having a very broad range of habitation. They're somewhat better at tolerating warm temperatures than the other Fluid dragons, and their scales are unusually thick.

Unlike Helium and Neon dragons, Argon dragons actually have evolved a true breath weapon, a powerful beam of intensely blue-green light capable of burning, blinding, and killing opponents.

They are a mysterious species on the whole, and do not interact with other races unless forced to.

==Potassium 19==
Potassium dragons, although quite similar to their Lithium and Sodium relatives, have some clear distinctions from them. Being one of the lightest Metallic dragons by volume, growing to be slightly larger than good sized horse but remaining substantially light, have taken full advantage of this adaptation in the form of flight.

On both their forelimbs and hind limbs, Potassium dragons have sets of wings as well as frills adorning its neck, body, and tail being used to maintain stability as well as act like rudders in the air for enhanced maneuverability. Although more clumsy on the ground than its other relatives, its powerful legs allow it to launch into flight from almost any dangerous situation, trading land traversing for skill in the air.

Being so well adapted for flight makes them difficult to kill as they are quite adept at dodging incoming attacks, making them a danger for travelers despite their soft flesh, quickly striking them and then retreating to safety.

Another identifying trait of the Potassium dragons are their lilac flame breath and their extremely valuable scales that can be used in potent fertilizers, explosives, and, in combination with the scales of a Bromine dragon, as a powerful sedative.

Like Lithium and Sodium dragons, water is a danger to them, so they are forced to live in extremely arid--some might even say desiccated--environments. In fact, water is an even greater danger to Potassium dragons than their brethren, with its touch not only bubbling and burning their flesh, but also violently producing large amounts of highly flammable gas and heat, which can lead to an even more violent combustion.

==Calcium 20==
Calcium dragons have an ominous reputation among the other races. With a pale, chalky-white coloration and a tendency to hoard the bones of their prey, Calcium dragons are associated with death in most superstitions.

Calcium dragons are covered in scales of the aforementioned chalky white color. Great spikes of bone grow out of the dragon's spine during adolescence, beginning with small ridges on the tail and culminating in a great crest on the head. These growths are prized for their strength and their light weight. Alchemists have discovered that if one spine is damaged or removed by hunters, the dragon is able to regrow it quickly by consuming a portion of their stash of bones.

Incredibly light for their size, Calcium dragons are one of the few species of larger Metallics that are capable of regular, long-distance flight. They avoid water, however. Upon contact, their scales begin to heat up and dissolve.

Contrary to the superstitions associated with them, Calcium dragons support a variety of life. Small crustaceans and mollusks have been found to live on the dragon's hide, making themselves at home by shaping its thick scales into shells, alcoves, and coral-like structures.

==Scandium 21==
[[File:ScandiumDragon.jpg|200px|thumb|right|Scandium Dragon]]
Scandium dragons are very rare. They are silvery-white, sometimes tending to yellowish or pinkish. They are very lazy and don't do much of anything at all unless accompanied by Aluminum dragons, with whom, for reasons that are not fully understood, they make highly productive partnerships.

==Titanium 22==
Titanium dragons are one of the physically strongest species of dragons in existence--they are nearly as resistant to chemical-based damage as Platinum dragons, their scales are extremely strong, and despite weighing significantly less than the typical Iron or Steel dragon, they possess just as much strength as most, if not all members of the former, as well as many instances of the latter. They are very resistant to corrosion, and are one of the few species willing to take on Sulfur and Chlorine dragons, though even a Titanium keeps a wary distance from the deadly Fluorines on the rare occasions that they enter the warmer climates. They are also quite resistant to heat and electricity compared to other types of dragon, though their strength wanes when exposed to very high temperatures for extended periods of time; notably, their scales, normally a silvery grey-white colour, tend to be shed more frequently in hotter environments, and after shedding, fade to white and and be ground into a powder that is highly sought as a pigment.

A Titanium is easily overlooked in a draconic lineup, being barely larger than an adult human or orcish male, with an alert countenance and eyes that are ever roaming, seeking danger and threats.

Their most distinctive feature is an extraordinarily elongated tail, being nearly half again as long as the dragon itself. Some of the largest males have been recorded as ten feet from tail base to tip. The dragon itself has very small scales, almost invisible from a distance, but the tail scales are much larger and more hexagonal.

These impressive structures are used for both defense, lashing out as a deadly whip, and for mating displays. By raising the tail into the air, the Titanium dragon male uses his scales to reflect the sun in brilliant flashes with a large range of colours, attracting mates.

The Titanium dragon tends to be aggressive in the wild, living in large social groups of several dozen and constantly competing for status among their peers.

Their greatest strength, however, is perhaps located in the versatility that their offspring show, specifically their hybrids, whose natural traits and inclinations can range from military knowledge to medical application, and in a few rare cases, some that even possess all the traits needed for them to be capable of flights into the planet's upper atmosphere and beyond, up to and including metabolisms that eliminate the need for oxygen. Due to this, alongside a general inclination towards non-similar dragon breeds, Titanium dragons will almost always live and mate with dragons from other breeds if they have a choice, typically preferring Iron, Aluminum, Vanadium, or Molybdenum partners, and with the relatively high rate at which Titanium dragons can produce offspring, both hybrid and pure, they remain one of the most common species of Metallic dragons in existence.

==Vanadium 23==
While many types of dragons have been known to sell their scales for alloys, few are as prolific or as valued as the Vanadium dragon.

Dark gray and three times the size of a horse, Vanadium dragons are technically scaleless. However, upon exposure, their outer layers of skin rapidly transforms into irregular plates covering them. These plates will rapidly slough off, only for the next layer of skin to transform into new plates.

While Vanadiums lack a breath weapon, they are highly resistant to corrosion and are one of the tougher dragons, especially due to the fact that their bodies are not nearly as brittle as other Metallic dragons.

Even more significantly for their influence, their rapid shedding of plates grants the ability to sell large amounts of their castoffs for other dragons to consume. Among others, Titanium and Steel dragons can benefit, and they both gain a marked increase in durability, with Titanium dragons also gaining increase in resistance to temperature extremes. Because of this, both breeds will pay handsomely for Vanadium castoffs, and Iron dragons have been known to consume Carbon dragons for the sole purpose of being able to benefit from alloying with Vanadium. In addition, their plates are frequently bought by wizards for focus materials, given the prevalence of them compared to most other dragon pieces.

==Chromium 24==
Chromium dragons are an incredible species of Metallics, their scales shining with a luster and reflectivity far beyond any of their cousin species. They are unusually friendly to mortal races, and commonly come to towns to trade goods and services.

One of the most notable quirks of the subspecies is their use of gizzard stones, as many birds do, in order to aid digestion. Over the course of decades, these rocks roll around in their hot, acidic insides, and absorb the essence of the dragon. When they are eventually regurgitated or excreted, the stones that emerge are beautiful jewels, usually rubies and emeralds. It is said that over the millennia, almost all such gems found by miners in fact have their origins in a Chromium's gut.

The Chromiums attach no value to these stones, but have learned over the years that other species desire them, and use them as trade goods.

In the wild, the lightweight Chromiums usually fly away from their assailants, but their large, flexible wings can also reflect and concentrate light by forming a parabolic shape, blinding and burning their enemies. For this reason, Chromiums tend to live in well-lit areas, often atop mountain peaks.

==Manganese 25==
Manganese dragons are among the middleweights of the true Metallics, with thick scales that each have a large hemispherical stud of thickened metal in the center.

They enjoy the water, though they cannot remain in it for prolonged periods, and their skin is distinguishable by the wide range of colors it takes upon exposure to air. After shedding scales, the dragon is shiny and metallic, but the scales darken rapidly, becoming a multi-hued swirl of pinks, purples, greens and blues. Shed scales are a valued trade commodity, and find use in pigments around the worlds.

Manganese dragons commonly interbreed with Aluminum and Iron dragons, as is typical for those profligate breeds, but the most interesting crossbreed comes when a Manganese produces a child with a Zinc dragon.

Those crossbreeds generate powerful internal electricity, and can store vast quantities of it inside their bodies, to be unleashed at need. Though dangerous, wizards love the crossbreeds for their utility in assisting with experiments, and commonly hire or contract with them for that work. As a result, many Manganese dragons pick up some basic magical skills by observing their children, and carve spellbooks into their hard, durable skin.

==Iron 26==
Iron dragons may not have the grace of their rivals, but they are some of the most numerous in this day and age and they simply exude a feeling of strength and durability. They are among the handful of dragons that can control magnetic fields, and use this ability to create tools that rival those of Copper Dragons in quality and intricacy. Rust is an ever constant threat, so many iron dragons tamper with their own bodies, trying to reforge their own scales into something more resistant to corrosion: the Brightsteel Dragons have perfected a version of this technique and keep this hard earned secret well guarded.

Iron dragons are one of the most common breeds of Metallic dragon. Massive, heavy, and confident, they roam the worlds as they wish. Impervious to most weapons, they often take work as mercenaries, miners, and metalworkers, as the mood takes them. This breed has an oddly humble streak, viewing themselves as a more "base" metal than others, and is willing to work closely with mortal races, often living among them.

The Iron dragons are profligate cross breeders, strengthening their familial status through strong children, and they are fiercely protective of their young. Their eggs are massive spheres of hard, grey metal, and are laid in clutches of several dozen.

The Iron dragons fly, but only poorly, and have no breath weapons of their own. They have been learning the ways of gunpowder and firearms from their Pyrite children, and they have been seen laying unfertilized eggs for use as ammunition in heavy cannons carried in both hands. In this way, even those eggs that never become children serve the family.

Iron dragons are vulnerable to corrosion, and never stay in areas where Sulfur dragons are present. Iron/Chromium crossbreeds, on the other hand, are almost immune to most kinds of corrosion.

==Cobalt 27==
Cobalt dragons are interesting beasts, preferring to live below the surface in deep warrens. Unlike most elemental dragons, who were identified by humans, orcs, elves, and other surface races, first contact with the Cobalt dragons came through the race known as Kobolds. That one is named after the other is obvious, but which was named after is a truth lost so far back in history it will likely never be known.

The association these two races have with each other is most distinctly shown in the art that Kobolds make; their warrens are filled with blue glass, blue pigmented murals and ceramics, and blue hued clothing. Blue is the color of the Kobold, and their goods are traded across the worlds at very high prices, helping to stabilize the Kobold economy.

The Cobalt dragons themselves are content to interact with surface dwellers through Kobold intermediaries, direct contact with other races is quite rare, and earning their trust is difficult.

The Cobalt dragon is a relatively small breed, no more than 6 or 7 feet at the shoulder and about 10-12 feet in length. Their wings have atrophied, used only for temperature regulation and digging tunnels. The leading edge of the bone, where a human thumb would be, is a long, hard spike of metal which the Cobalt dragon can use as a scraper to make small tunnels taller, while they shovel out the floor with their powerful forelimbs.

==Nickel 28==
The Nickel dragon is a pleasant creature, enjoying swimming, sunbathing, and generally living life with a free-spirited air. The breed is dispersed widely upon the earth, and does not form large social groups, usually just a mated pair, their children, and in rare cases, one or more elder Nickels, who pass their knowledge on to the young in their travels.

The Nickel dragon flies well, and makes some of the longest migrations of any Metallic dragon species, carried aloft with an ease that defies simple muscle strength. Indeed, some invisible force seems to move at the Nickel's command, allowing them to stay in the air for days on end if they so choose, though they cannot fly very high.

They are relatively hefty creatures, and do not hesitate to lash out with claws, teeth, and tail if threatened. They have no breath weapon, nor any defensive equipment beyond their scales, preferring flight to fight.

==Copper 29==
Copper Dragons would be considered one of the more attractive breeds, older ones wearing their green patina with pride. A side affect of this attractiveness is the sheer volume of bastardized offspring that Copper dragons produce, most notably the clans of Brass and Bronze dragons. (While the Brass and Bronze hybrids do not breed true, enough of them exist that they band together to form miniature societies of their own.)

Copper dragons have powerful electric breath, and offspring with Zinc dragons have electricity visibly crackling across their skin, though neither comes close to Silvers in terms of voltage.

Early societies worked the scales of these dragons into tools and weapons before they mastered working the scales of harder Metallics like Iron and Bronze.

They are incapable of living near saltwater, as they and their offspring will exhibit Bronze Disease, a corrosion that appears as green and blue lesions on their scales, and continued exposure will eat into their skin, causing immense pain and disfiguring scars.

An interesting side note: Nickel-Copper hybrids are notorious counterfeiters, one should only accept goods as payment from them since any money is likely their own scales carved into the likeness of coins.

==Zinc 30==
Zinc dragons look similar to many other varieties of dragon, being of average size with a dull silver luster, though shortly after molting their scales are a brilliant blue-silver. However, they are easily identified at closer ranges by the mottling on their scales, said to look like large overlapping crystals or flakes. They can be identified tentatively at a distance by their hexagonal head crests, though it is inadvisable to depend on this unless using a telescope.

The scales of Zincs are highly prized by alchemists for a wide range of applications, from glowing paint to preventing rust in objects of iron and steel. Small amounts of ground scale, administered to a sick or injured person, can even speed healing. As such they are zealously harvested whenever they are shed. Indeed, those Zincs who regularly interact with humans have amassed fortunes by collecting their molted scales and selling them.

Zinc dragons crossbreed easily with many varieties of dragon, including the dreaded Mercury dragons, but the most interesting hybrids come from mating with either Manganese or Copper dragons. These two pairings produce individuals with astonishingly powerful lighting attacks, moreso than Coppers and far more than Manganeses, capable of turning an armored human to slag with a single discharge.

When kept wet for extended periods of time, Zincs develop 'white rust' or 'wet stain,' which if left untreated will cause their scales to rot away, causing death in extreme cases. This malady is most common in young and newly-molted dragons, those with older scales seem to have greatly enhanced resistance. It should be noted that white rust only occurs when there is liquid water present, with humidity having no effect whatsoever.

Zinc dragons avoid Lead dragons at all costs, remaining in a Lead dragon's aura for more than a few hours results in 'zinc pest,' an irreversible disease that is similar to white rust, but rather than only affecting the scales of the dragon, it will cause even those scales that grow back to crumble to dust.

==Gallium 31==
An enigma to be sure, Gallium dragons are elusive and masters of misdirection. Often mistaken for unusually large Carbon dragons, this is actually part of their disguise. Underneath several layers of 'dead' scales, is the small silver colored metal dragon.

If its shell is broken, one may first notice that it bears a strong resemblance to a juvenile Mercury Dragon, but Gallium Dragons are seldom bigger than this. Also unlike Mercury dragons, a Gallium Dragon will 'melt' into a liquid form and hide in deep narrow crevices until it feels the threat has passed. Then it will find a safe place to regrow its shell.

How Gallium Dragons are capable of melting themselves is a topic of hot debate even today, and their elusiveness has kept them safe from captivity for generations. There is a large reward for anyone who can capture a live specimen so the debate can be put to rest.

The touch of a Gallium is the bane of Aluminums, as it will cause their skin to crumble like rotten leather.

==Germanium 32==
Germanium dragons are strange species, bearing the appearance of a lustrous gray-white Metallic dragon, whilst also having properties of a Crystal dragon, but truly being neither.

Growing to the size of a small shack with 4 limbs a pair of broad wings, the Germanium dragon looks similar to the standard dragon form, but with crystalline horns on its head and a row of crystalline spikes on its tail which seem to crackle with electrical energy.

Although lacking a powerful flame weapon, the Germanium dragons make up for it with a powerful shock breath and a tinge of power in their melee attacks with their sharp crystal claws and tail spikes.

Germanium dragons’ scales, despite their strength against sharp weapons, are fairly brittle and shatter with relative ease. However, even in their shattered state they are sought out by wizards and healers alike for their properties as an electric magic focus and for their mysterious disease curing properties.

==Arsenic 33==
Arsenic dragons are lightweight, greyish creatures, often found in the company of Lead dragons. For most of history, they spent their time wandering the world, driven from place to place by an endless stream of mysterious deaths that seemed to follow them around. Long eons have passed, and there is as yet only the vaguest of explanations for the phenomenon, but the breed has a reputation for being cursed, and have taken to acting as oracles and seers, given their association with death.

They're not particularly strong dragons, nor do they have any breath weapons, but those around them almost inevitably succumb and die, unless they are Metallic or more exotic races. The land withers and dies, and remains uninhabitable for generations where they pass.

Lead and Cobalt dragons are the only ones who will tolerate them, and Cobalt dragons may even go so far as to share a lair with them, though physical size differences tends to make breeding among the pair rare. Lead/Arsenic half-breeds on the other hand are terrifying creatures indeed. Stronger, smarter and faster, these are the scholars and generals of their kinds. So long as they are left alone, the Arsenic dragons are mostly harmless, but if attacked, the repercussions can linger for millennia.

==Selenium 34==
Selenium dragons, somewhat related to Germanium dragons, showcase their intermediacy between Metallic and Crystal dragons by being born as a brick-red Crystalline dragon and remaining so through their youth. just before they reach maturity, they move into areas with high heat, such as a volcano or deep underground, and through a mysterious and unknown process, become lustrous black Metallic dragons.

As a young dragon, its red scales are sought out for creating red glass as well as for its property as a potent poison when powdered. This toxic property is useful for young Selenium dragons, its claws leave traces of this toxin in the wounds of its foes, making them difficult and dangerous enemies of those who hunt or displease them. This toxic property accelerates death and marks their opponent with a distinct stench so the dragon to find prey that was wounded but managed to flee, even if they later die from the poisoned wound. To be able to easily make out where a recent opponent has hidden adds to their nature as difficult and dangerous enemies or prey. Unfortunately, due to the rash and proud nature of young ones, enemies can be made quite easily.

Along the back of a juvenile Selenium dragon are what appear to be partial fins whose purpose at this stage is unknown.

Adult Selenium dragons do not lose the toxic property of their scales and claws, however, they do not poison without provocation. This is traded off by the adult gaining a great resistance to most forms of acid as well as electricity sparking through its scales and back fins, whose exact purpose are unknown. This development gives the once breathless dragon an electric breath weapon slightly weaker than that of a Germanium dragon, but their scales are far tougher as a counterbalance.

In sunlight the adults seem to grow in strength and power, but the mechanism by which this happens remains unknown.

As adults their scales are no less valuable, now used as weak electric and solar focuses as well as catalysts in alchemical experiments. Adults, unlike juveniles, understand the value of their own scales and are far more level-headed and mellow than they were when they were young. It is unknown why their transformation has such profound changes in personality.

==Bromine 35==
Bromine dragons are one of the strangest forms of dragon, being the only true liquid dragon that is not Metallic. Lacking any form of scales, their bodies are a red-brown fluid that is constantly shifting and morphing to maintain the shape of wingless, six-limbed dragons.

Their fluids, although not greatly toxic, are extremely corrosive, killing most forms of life that come into direct contact with them. This property makes them relatively easy to track due to the swath of destruction to both plant life and the landscape that they leave in their wake as they travel.

Like Mercury dragons they tend to inhabit bodies of water, killing the life within as well as expanding its size due to the corrosive actions of its physiology. Unlike Mercury dragons, these lakes can become habitable again within a few years of the dragon leaving.

The Bromine dragons are also extremely dangerous to Metallic dragons, especially in the presence of water, as their liquid breath weapon and bodies convert the Metallics’ flesh into brittle crystals in an extremely painful fashion. Another problem facing other dragons is that Bromine dragons are highly flame retardant, causing their flame breaths to have little to no effect.

Although extremely dangerous, the liquid breath of the Bromine dragon is sought out for its useful properties as a flame retardant, as a pesticide, a sedative when mixed with a Potassium's scale, and in very small amounts acts as a water purifier.

Their rarity is a blessing to both dragons and mortal alike for the many dangers they pose, however, they are not a threat to the world at large.

==Krypton 36==
Krypton and Xenon dragons are extremely closely related, and are often lumped into one species by the average careless observer. Both are quite uncommon, and dwell on land almost exclusively, interacting with few outsiders.

They can be distinguished most easily by their breath weapon, as that of a Krypton is brilliant white, while a Xenon's is an electric blue.

One unusual oddity with the Xenon dragons is that while they shun almost all other creatures, they have an inexplicable affinity for Fluorine dragons, with whom they sometimes form large familial groups. A single Xenon dragon male may have two, four, or six females associated with him, but no one other than them knows why this is so.

The most likely theory in academic circles is that Fluorine females are so aggressive, they will pursue other draconic species simply for the pure challenge of it, and the "Noble" Fluid dragons are considered a socially valuable prize because they are so standoffish.

==Rubidium 37==
Rubidium and Cesium dragons are very closely related subspecies, both reacting very violently to water, and both living in extremely isolated, cold deserts. Assumed to be the result of a disadvantageous mutation that left the species overspecialized, they cannot tolerate heat or moisture, and have very soft flesh by the standards of Metallics, barely tougher than human skin.

Their populations are small by necessity, for there are few regions they can inhabit, and few predators they can overcome.

Though the two species look similar, their flames give them away. Cesium dragons give off a blue-violet flame, and Rubidiums produce a brilliant peach-red.

These dragons interact extremely rarely with any other species out of fear of injury and moisture, and even with each other, socializing is uncommon. Only a few human explorers have ever encountered these dragons.

Their strangest quirk is the obsessive need of Cesium dragons to keep time, probably caused by a recessive genetic trait. They are brilliant makers of sundials, and every Cesium dragon has one at all times.

==Strontium 38==
Strontium dragons are curious beasts, with a soft, silvery metal flesh that rapidly tarnishes to a dull yellow exterior. They are a fairly common species, fairly small and delicate, often seen in concert with Radiant dragons for reasons that defy explanation, as the Radiants mostly ignore the Strontium's presence.

The species is distinguished by the globular nature of its scales, which begin broad and smooth at the scale root, but gnarl, twist, and develop nodules at the edges. These nodules fall off easily, as a defensive mechanism against anything that tries to eat a Strontium dragon. When ingested by most mortal creatures, the water in their bodies causes an explosive reaction that kills the predator.

The most aggressive risk-takers among the species even carry vials of water upon their person, despite the hazard, and will place scale nodules coated with a thin sheet of oil inside, throwing them at the enemy. As the oil sloughs off, an explosion occurs. However, more than one Strontium dragon has blown off their own arm through careless use.

They have an antagonistic relationship with Calcium dragons, and the two species compete closely for food, territory, and resources.

Their flame is a brilliant orange-red, and their burn marks are often confused with the attack of a Lithium dragon, though the two species are visually distinct.

The species is vulnerable both to water and attack by stronger Metallics, and so has adapted an opportunistic predatory nature. A Strontium dragon will lie in wait for hours before making a move, because if it makes a mistake, tragedy often ensues.

==Yttrium 39==
Yttrium dragons are born in very special locations in the distant smoking islands across the Nemarian Ocean. They are highly rare, and are part of a broad family of similar draconic subspecies, genetically divergent from most of dragon-kind. They intermingle freely with many other creatures, and in general, these half-breeds offer no real significant properties of note, beyond enhanced hybrid vigor with many other elemental dragons.

But, rare even among these rare breeds, is a subtype, the Ybacuo tribe. This tribe lives in a confluence of local energies within the volcanic island, which has attracted other Metallic dragons for centuries like a lodestone. The inevitable crossbreeding, blending bloodlines from a dozen different species, has given rise to a group of dragons ignorant of their true power until recently.

An eruption plunged the world into an unnaturally cold period for several years, and the Ybacuo dragons discovered that the energies of the leylines flowed into them with tremendous force as their bodies cooled.

So long as they remained chilled, they could fly with trivial effort, summon whirlwinds of magnetic force, and most intriguingly, store titanic quantities of mana with no difficulty. Drinking deeply from the leylines, the Ybacuo could shatter mountains with no more effort than picking up a quill pen.

Once the winter subsided, the energies dissipated, and now the Ybacuo are considering immigrating to colder climates, to study what their true power might be. Other elemental dragons are conspiring against them, though, for fear of what their powers might allow them to do.

==Zirconium 40==
Zirconium dragons have large, pure white, razor edged scales covering most of their bodies, with smaller silvery metal covering their extremities and wings. Their horns, teeth, and claws appear to be made of diamond, and they have a row of crystalline spiked running down their spine, and jutting out from the tips of the bones in their wings. These creatures are graceful and agile flyers, owing to their relatively low weight for their size, and their scales are tough and resilient. Despite this resplendence, and seeming abundance of natural weapons, Zirconium dragons are often preyed upon by the other Metallic dragon, as for all their hardness, their scales can be brittle when struck.

The breath weapon of the Zirconium dragon is, unusually for elemental dragons, a jet of bright, sparking intense flame. While effective against some dragons, it does them little good against their Metallic predators. It does ensure however, that they are rarely hunted for the natural gems that adorn their body, or their scales, prized for use in crafting knives and other cutting tools.

Some Zirconium dragons have been known to form an unusual symbiotic relationship with Radiant dragons. For some reason Zirconium dragons can survive in the deadly aura of a Radiant dragon better than most. It is not known how this could be, as unlike Boron or Lead, the body of a Zirconium dragon offers no protection from the emissions of a Radiant. Zirconium dragons will often work with Radiant dragons as aerial scouts or simply spend time with them as companions. This arrangement affords the Radiant protection from slow moving Leads, who the Zirconium can spot from afar, and the Zirconium protection from their natural predators.

==Niobium 41==
Niobium dragons are a very odd species of dragon; they are the one of the few species who forgoes the preening of their normally gray-silver colored scales to remove tarnish, which leaves them a distinctive dark grey-blue color.

They are not exceptionally strong dragons. With their soft bodies and lack of a breath weapon, they are more prone to flying away and avoiding conflict than partaking in it. When left with no other option, they use their powerful magnetic manipulation skills which are even greater than Platinum-Cobalt hybrids. However, despite being more powerful, they do not have the signature floating metals that the Platinum-Cobalt hybrids do, as they possess far greater precision and skill with the power.

The other distinguishing factor concerning Niobium dragons is that they are most likely the most promiscuous of the dragon breeds, showing no qualms about breeding with any other species. This is due to the super-alloy dragons that result from breeding. These hybrids lose the magnetic ability of the Niobium dragons, but are much stronger than either parent in most respects. In the past dragons had sought out Niobium dragons to consume and create these super-alloys on themselves, however, the process was not as effective as the actual hybrid offspring, for reasons unknown.

This hybridizing has created a set of Niobium dragons that will sell themselves to create such offspring, often incurring great profits. The scales of the Niobium dragon are also useful for wizards as magnetic focuses, and are sold for a high price.

==Molybdenum 42==
Molybdenum dragons are an interesting breed of dragon that lacks a breath weapon, but makes up for it in sheer power. Highly resistant to heat and having very hard scales, the Molybdenum dragons are not afraid to take on other dragons with brute force.

Despite being light enough to fly, the Molybdenum dragons’ wings have shriveled over time, becoming vestigial. so much so that they are often mistaken for underfed, skinny, juvenile Lead dragons.

Amongst dragons they are not considered to be attractive to others and this explains the relatively low rates of Molybdenum hybrids, even though they form even better super-alloys than Niobiums do, with the same stipulations on consumption. Due to the vanity of many dragons, the fact that their offspring would retain the undesirable looks of the Molybdenum dragon parent is enough to turn them away, but some power-oriented dragons will pay handsomely to have a Molybdenum hybrid.

Molybdenum dragons have value to mortals as well, with scales that act a catalyst and reagent in alchemy. It is often theorized that the Technetium dragons’ catalytic properties were derived from Molybdenum dragons. Other uses for the dragons’ scales are as a fertilizer, for weapons and armor, especially from hybrid scales, and among dwarves as an essential component for any device that will be working with or under high pressure. The dwarven Underships would not be able to go as deep as they do without Molybdenum components.

==Technetium 43==
Technetium dragons are the lightest of the Radiant dragons by a wide margin, making it the best flier amongst the Radiants, with a skill level comparable or exceeding that of other Metallic dragons. This is also aided by the gas bladder they have within themselves that fills with a lighter-than-air gas that is hypothesized to be similar or identical to that which a Helium dragon produces.

Technetium dragons have a near identical coloration to that of Platinum dragons, albeit much, much smaller, as well as lacking the hexagonal wings, but instead having striking wings of that resemble stars, no doubt as a result of their origin. The dragons are also quite corrosion-resistant and enjoy time in bodies of water.

The origin of Technetium dragons is a strange one, being entirely artificial. The dragon species was first birthed by a deranged wizard who wished to create a beautiful Radiant dragon in an isolated lab within the now-defunct city of Stingard. The exact events of the tragedy are lost, but those amongst the highest-ranked wizards hope to prevent a similar event from unfolding by withholding the knowledge of it.

The story that is known tells that the deranged wizard became interested in the taboo field of creating life, especially dragons. So he researched incessantly and shut himself away from the world. He created a great deal of experimental dragons similar to the Technetium dragons which could be considered prototypes. These prototypes were highly unstable, similar to the Francium dragons but far less powerful. Eventually he succeeded and created the first Technetium dragon. Proud of his success, he proceeded to create 15 more Technetium dragons. Unfortunately for the wizard, he neglected to dispose of his prototypes and one broke free. This led to all 30 artificial dragons escaping. The prototypes being as unstable as they were, flooded Stingard with Radiant energy, destroying it and its inhabitants. Most of these prototypes met their ends in the city, violently exploding with bursts of Radiant energy.

The Technetium dragons fled the chaos and proliferated, and although they are still rare, they are not endangered in numbers. Their violent origin still draws stigma for their kind.

Despite this stigma the Technetium dragons are tolerated for their usefulness and the fact that they are highly difficult to kill. As they are Radiants they have a natural defense against foes and a powerful breath weapon of Radiant energy that while weaker than the other Radiants is still quite powerful. Because they emit less radiance than other dragons, they are not as harmful to the environment and the energy can be used in alchemy to force new compounds into existence. Not only does the energy act as a catalyst, their scales do as well.

==Ruthenium 44==
Ruthenium dragons are oft mistaken for juvenile Platinum dragons due their similar coloring and wing shape, but can easily be distinguished by closely looking at the wings, the hexagonal patterns are elongated which provides for the fighting ability of the Ruthenium dragon.

Contrary to what one might believe from looking at a Ruthenium dragon, they are much more closely related to Iron dragons than Platinum dragons and share a similar hardness in their scales, but lack the forging skill and versatility of the Irons. Instead the Ruthenium dragons have mid-range electric breaths and magnetic manipulation, both of which seem to gain strength in sunlight through a mysterious mechanism similar to other dragons.

Unlike Irons, the Ruthenium dragon’s scales also have a reasonable catalytic property and are used as focuses for electric, magnetic, and solar magic. These scales can also create super-alloys through consumption by other dragons, unlike the scales of Niobium and Molybdenum dragons. Unfortunately this alloying only occurs with Nickel dragons which are generally not strong enough to win a confrontation. Therefore Ruthenium and Nickel hybrids are a relatively common hybrid as they are more powerful than their parents in every respect.

==Rhodium 45==
Rhodium dragons are very close relatives to the Platinum dragons, so much so that some believe that Platinum dragons were once mutations of the Rhodium dragons. These dragons are far more common, and although they share the same coloring and a similar but weaker corrosion resistance, Rhodium dragons do not have the notable features of Platinum dragons and are much more common.

Rhodium dragons do have the ability to fly, but their wings lack any form of specialization and their flying abilities are only average among dragons. Rhodium dragons are also much smaller than their Platinum cousin, only a bit larger than a horse. Much to the chagrin of the Rhodiums, they also lack a breath weapon but their extremely hard scales and sharp claws tend to make up for it. Despite their relatively small size they are very strong and formidable in a fight, and this is compounded by a near complete resistance to electric energies.

Another useful facet of Rhodium dragons is that they have an extra sense which allows them to detect Radiant energy, and by extension Radiant dragons. Due to their skills in this area, some hire Rhodium dragons as an early warning system, either for evacuations of cities that lack good defenses or by rich adventurers so they can avoid certain death. They also have a history of being hired by great Radiant slayers in order to track the beasts.

The detection property can be revived in shed scales with the correct runes, albeit much weaker, but enough that they still have value. The scales are also valuable as reasonable-quality catalysts, since although they may not be as powerful as Platinum scales, they are far more common.

==Palladium 46==
Palladium dragons, like the Irons and Tins, are one of the more industrious dragons. However, they are focused on Alchemy instead of more physical crafts.

Palladium dragons are highly reflective, with their flat octagonal scales as bright as mirrors. They possess a crest of spikes on the back of their head, and, like most of the denser Metallic dragons, are incapable of flight. However, unlike most flightless dragons who possess atrophied wings, Palladium dragons' wings have instead transformed into a pair of dextrous hands and arms.

While lacking a breath weapon and one of the less durable Metallic dragons, Palladium dragons are notable for their ability to create and hasten alchemical processes near them. This makes them highly valued for any work involving alchemy. Their ability to induce alchemical processes in living beings also makes them deadly foes should they manage to get close to their opponent.

Palladium dragons are notable for being one of the only Metallic dragons capable of alloying with a Fluid dragon via consumption, in their case Hydrogen dragons. This is due to the fact that they will actually absorb pieces of Hydrogen dragons on contact, as opposed to having to consume them conventionally. The result grants them large amounts of energy, and Palladium dragons have been known to go without sleep for days after consuming a Hydrogen dragon.

Nearly all Palladium dragons possess some degree of alchemical knowledge, and many are devoted alchemists, capable of large amounts of research and innovation due to their long lives.

==Silver 47==
The Silver dragon is one of the most feared of all dragons. Known as the 'Hammers of the Gods', these creatures possess the strongest lightning breath of dragon kind, able to scar any dragon save Poloniums. Even Osmiums and Tungstens fear a Silver’s wrath.

With their wiry bodies, they are often mistaken for lightning bolts when moving quickly, which they rarely aren't.

Highly social, they frequently groom each other to remove the tarnish that accumulates on their scales. This preening leads to an unusually visible social hierarchy: the shinier a Silver dragon’s scales, the farther up the ladder they are. Lower ranking members have duller scales, and the lowest develop spots of black. Exiled Silvers are entirely blackened, though some stronger renegades have bright outlines on their scale edges via sheer friction from intense physical activities.

Their brilliant blue lightning breath is powerful enough to blast through stone with startling ease; a powerful Silver’s breath pierced through a fortified castle from end to end, blasting through no less than 20 meters of stone wall in the process. Even viewing a Sliver’s breath can cause permanent blindness. The Silvers themselves are immune to other dragons' lightning save their own.

Silver dragon scales are relatively soft (though harder than a Gold's), so they rely heavily on speed as their defense. Few creatures are as fast as a Silver in flight, and none can reliably predate them. Would be Silver dragon hunters rely heavily on trapping or cornering Silvers in some manner. Silvers are susceptible to heat, though their scales efficiently diffuse heat throughout their bodies, preventing severe heat injury from anything short of direct sustained flame breaths.

The scales of a Silver are highly valued by alchemists for creating daguerreotype plates, high-quality mirrors and lenses, and as a catalyst for producing compounds from other dragons' scales. The medically-minded alchemists count silver tinctures (nitrates) among their bread and butter items.

Silver scale and bone are used in masterwork musical instruments, producing a soothing mellow sound only matched by alloys produced from specialized master alchemists, but the Silvers guard this craft closely.

==Cadmium 48==
Cadmium dragons are a small, bluish-gray species of Metallic dragon with unique physiology: they can’t internally charge their breath weapon. Instead they must use an external source, typically by prolonged exposure to the sun or another dragon’s electric breath. This gives them a substantially slower metabolism than other Metallics, an ancient adaption to their native, resource-scarce desert mountains. The breath itself is a narrow, violet beam that indirectly blisters and sunburns those around it.

Cadmium dragons have enormous, multi-jointed wings that help capture more sunlight; Cadmiums are frequently found sunbathing or gliding with wings fully extended. These large wings and their slow metabolisms make Cadmium dragons exceptional long-distance fliers; the oldest grand merchant clan is a group of Cadmium dragons that ferry wares and messages over enormous distances and climates.

"Sun foraging" is a slow process for Cadmiums; a twelve hour day of dedicated sunbathing fuels just a few seconds of their breath. They can replenish much more quickly with electric runes, wizard magic or the electric breath of other dragons. As Cadiums prefer not to spend entire days sunbathing, they will eagerly trade their services and scales for these artificial charges. Though their natural socialness is complicated by their toxic flesh, and they must be careful of where they preen and store shed scales.

Cadmium dragon scales are highly valuable for their absorption of Radiant dragon energy, as well as being a key component of vibrant yellow and red dyes.

==Indium 49==
Indium dragons are one of the weakest dragons due to the fact that they have extremely soft, scale-less bodies and one of the weakest electric breaths among the Metallics. However, what these gray dragons lack in power they make up for in ingenuity.

Indium dragons have three distinct properties that protect them. Firstly, they have strange pigments in their skin that allow them to change the color of their skin and mimic their surroundings with startling clarity and accuracy. Secondly, they secrete a very slick, oily substance from their skin that allows them to slide out of harm’s way, as well as protecting them from tarnish and rust. Lastly, the touch of their flesh, but not their oil, is deadly to many Metallic dragons, having an effect on Aluminum dragons that is similar to but weaker than the Gallium dragons', and on other Metallics it reduces their ability to withstand heat.

The anti-tarnishing properties of their oil make the product very valuable to Metallic dragons, at least those that aren’t afraid of dealing with them. Amongst the Alkali dragons this oil is a necessity to those who wish to venture out of their desert habitats, and maybe even for an easier existence in their desert environment. Amongst the mortals the oil is useful to those who wish to prevent rusting on their structures, and the dwarves use the oil to lubricate most of their machinery and keep their equipment operating smoothly.

==Tin 50==
Tin dragons are the empire builders, dedicated to working in countless mundane tasks while not demanding the levels of recognition that dragons typically impose. Most notably, Tin dragons worked closely with Copper dragons during the Bronze Age, happy to work with them to create all varieties of tools that brought the mortal realms to new heights. Despite losing these empires to the tides of Iron Dragons, the Tin do not begrudge them for it, or hold many grudges at all.

Tin dragons are among the most stable dragons both chemically and emotionally. An adventurer may find them participating in any one of countless jobs from plumbing to librarianship to agriculture and more. Among other dragons their austerity and humbleness brings a calming effect: it was only through their efforts that the War of Iron did not end in total genocide.

Tin dragons grow to be relatively large, approaching nearly twice the height and six times the heft of iron and copper dragons. Despite their bulk, they make poor fighters even when they overcome their pacifistic nature, even lacking a breath weapon.

Despite their own resistance to and ability to prevent corrosion and corruption in other dragons, Tin dragons themselves can find themselves host to a number of maladies. Most commonly, before a Tin dragon warms up in the morning their scales and joints produce an iconic crackling sound known as "tin cry", which dissipates as the dragon continues to move around. If a Tin dragon finds himself in situations of undue stress, physically or emotionally, they can develop "tin whiskers", which are small hairlike growths on the scales. This too is harmless and can be removed with a simple polish, but can cause itching on the dragon's part and contribute to the already present stress.

Far more lethal is "tin pest", a form of necrosis caused by cold temperatures. The condition is easily cured if spotted early, but if left alone the dragon will break out into dark grey splotches and rot to death

==Antimony 51==
While many dragons have a relation to fire, few are closer to it than the Antimony dragons.

Antimony dragons are lithe, highly refractive and silver in color, although the area around their eyes darkens as they age. They also bear broad, white-coated wings. Oddly, they prefer to dwell along the border between arid areas and rivers, and many have been known to acts as merchants for Alkaline dragons, bringing materials from the wetter areas they cannot go.

Unusually for Metallic dragons, Antimony dragons are highly flammable, burning quite easily. Indeed, their breath weapon is spitting steel-gray metal nodules that explode on impact. However, they are equally adept at putting out fires, as their wings are coated in fire-retardant white powder, allowing them to rapidly put out fires by flapping their wings. As a result of these two characteristics, Antimony dragons are obsessed with fire, frequently seeking to control it and prevent it from damaging anything. However, while they will not harm beings with fire, they have no qualms about using other forms of damage.

Crossbreeds of Lead and Antimony dragons are much more durable than either form, and possess the ability to spit nodules like their Antimony parents. However, the nodules are non-explosive and instead travel at much higher speeds, being capable of damaging castle walls.

Like many other dragons, Antimony dragons have been found to mate on rare occasion with Fluorine females, in this case producing an exceptionally horrific result. The offspring of an Antimony and a Fluorine is a Liquid dragon that secretes an exceptionally dangerous substance from every pore of it's body, reducing anything the dragon touches to a puddle within seconds. Even exceptionally resistant dragons bubble and melt at the hybrid's touch. Fittingly, these hybrid destroyers breathe a cloud of utter destruction, totally destroying any foe unfortunate enough to engage it in combat.

==Tellurium 52==
Tellurium dragons are extremely rare, being slightly rarer than the seldom-seen Platinum dragons. Adding to the mystery surrounding these strange dragons, an influx of them appear after large meteor showers and similar events, leading many to believe that they are not native to the planet. Some mortals even believe that these dragons orchestrate these showers to bring in more of their kind, but these claims are entirely unfounded by any research or logic concerning the beasts.

The rumors of extraterrestrial origins are galvanized by their ability to gain exceptional power from being in sunlight, so much so that they prefer to make their homes on cloudless mountaintops to get closer to what strengthens them. Unlike Cadmium dragons who adapted only their wings to catch sunlight, the Tellurium dragons’ entire back has been changed to help them gather the sun. Their wings are not as broad as Cadmium dragons', preventing the need for extra joints to allow normal walking, but to make up for the smaller size, their wings have adapted to bend into dishes that reflect and intensify light while still allowing great flying capability when held level. This intense light is mostly reflected towards their back which has concave scales embedded in it that capture light very efficiently.

The light the wings reflect can also be turned towards the Tellurium dragons’ foes, and when combined with the power of the Tellurium dragons’ moderate electric breath the combination is devastating. The Tellurium dragons can channel this breath indefinitely when in bright direct sunlight, but in darkness it only has a limited use, forcing them to resort to their sharp yet brittle claws.

Their scales are quite hard which offers good protection against slicing weapons, however, they share the same brittleness as the claws of the dragon, creating a weakness to very powerful blunt bashes. Their scales are valuable to wizards who can use them as both electric and solar focuses, as well as being exceptional Radiant energy detectors with the right runes placed upon them. The dwarves also find these scales to be quite useful in their mechanical endeavors, as mixing a Tellurium dragon’s scales with other metals allows them to be machined much more easily, allowing for mass production of necessary equipment.

==Iodine 53==
Iodine dragons are large, reclusive creatures. Fairly rare, they are generally found near the sea. They are large creatures, and rather docile, living in large family groups.

The Iodine dragon is dark and Metallic gray, but their breath is a deep, rich purple, and smells foul. This breath is much heavier than air, and rolls along the ground burning vegetation and animal species alike. When angered, they can vent a copious quantity of this gas, and are considered extremely dangerous.

Those protected from corrosion and inhalation, however, will find the Iodine to be surprisingly soft and easy prey. The Iodines are slow and clumsy dragons, only barely capable of flight, with unusually soft scales. It is fortunate that their corpses aren't used for anything in particular, or the species would surely face extinction in short order.

Some Iodines have found service as healers, having discovered that small amounts of their breath can kill infections and bacteria. If you can tolerate the smell and the burning sensation, an Iodine can give you a new lease on life.

==Xenon 54==
''See [[#Krypton_36|Krypton]]''

==Cesium 55==
''See [[#Rubidium_37|Rubidium]]''

==Barium 56==
Barium dragons are another of the relatively small and hyper-reactive Metallic dragons, forcing them to live in very dry habitats. They are the size of large horse and have the typical wyvern body shape, with the exception of their long tail that is nearly the same length as their body. While their scales are truly a dark silver color, they are seen with a coating of dark greenish-gray tarnish which they don't bother to remove for it would return as fast as they preen.

Although this species is not as violently affected by water as its relatives, coming into contact with it is still a very painful experience. The hyper-reactivity of the Barium dragons' flesh does have an advantage though. By using its tail as a whip, it can severely burn organics, some Metallic and Crystal dragons, and the Fluid dragons, even the Noble Metallics and Fluids. Though this burns them, their tail is somewhat unique in that, when it it too badly damaged from contact with their enemy, it will fall off. When this happens Bariums have been known to tear off pieces to use as projectiles, which they are quite accurate with. The tail will regrow in 4-5 months if the dragon is well fed. They are also recognizable by their striking green flame breath.

Being one of the few Alkaline dragons with a well-developed intelligence, it recognizes these talents and will sell its strength for wealth as well as oil to protect it from the environment. The Alkalis also have a talent in that when consumed for alloying, they cleanse rust from the dragon which opens a source of trade but also makes them hunted. Amongst mortals their scales are useful for fireworks, glass making, and as a bleaching agent.

==Lanthanum 57==
Lanthanum dragons, despite their soft scales and lack of a breath weapon, are nonetheless highly valued by others for their services.

Silver white and bearing large wings, the appearance of Lanthanum dragons is standard for a dragon, except for their eyes which are unusually large and appear to be spectacle lenses, translucent and completely lacking features such as whites, irises, or pupils.

Lanthanum dragons have among the best vision of all dragons, capable of distinguishing an individual's facial features from miles away. When added to their ability to fly and produce incredibly bright light, they are in frequent demand as sentries and scouts. Their scales are also highly valued as focuses for vision-related spells such as scrying, as well as ingredients for telescope and spectacle lenses.

As a result of their superb vision and relative lack of combat abilities, they will generally avoid any confrontation, and will flee from hostile beings from miles away. In addition, most of them have learned how to lipread, and due to their superb vision, are very capable of telling whether or not approaching beings are hostile. Nevertheless, they are capable of producing light bright enough to cause permanent blindness, and are still formidable opponents to most non-dragons.

==Cerium 58==
While many dragons are known for having some ability with either fire, electricity, or magnetism, Cerium dragons are notable for having skill with all three.

Cerium dragons are silvery dragons, with unusual variegated scales that are much darker on the dips while being highly reflective on the ridges. Their teeth are much darker and harder than the rest of their bodies, and produce sparks when they strike together; angry or nervous Ceriums will create showers of sparks from their grinding teeth.

Cerium dragons are notably much more prone to boredom than most other dragons, varying professions and other pursuits every few years. Older Ceriums are famous for their highly diverse (if unfocused) skillsets, often drifting far from traditional draconic pursuits, and are frequently found at noble tables as advisers and consultants.

Though Cerium dragons lack a breath weapon and possess soft scales, their proficiency with electricity, fire and magnetism gives them a dangerous variety of attacks. Striking a Cerium dragon's skin creates gouts of flame, which complicates any direct melee.

==Praseodymium 59==
Praseodymium dragons are, like many of the more dense varieties of dragons, rather less common, though some naturalists have reported that they are no less numerous than Tin dragons. Extremely reclusive, their rarity is compounded by inaccessibility, so they are slightly mythical to the average person.

They possess a powerful magnetic ability and an aura that causes accelerated tarnishing in certain varieties of dragons, especially the Alkali and Alkaline subspecies which can be fatal with any but the briefest exposure, so few Metallics are willing to get near though the Noble Metallics and Crystallines show a marked resistance.

An ancient tale from a Diamond dragon tells that once they were far more accessible, but when some of them traveled to the deserts where the Alkali dragons live, their auras, which until then were little more than a nuisance, caused a great massacre. Ever since then they avoid contact with most Metallics, though they are occasionally seen in the company of other Rare Earth dragons.

With powdery green scales and yellow eyes, their appearance is distinct among dragons, though they can be confused with an old Copper in poor light.

Despite the danger of their aura, some Magnesium dragons have been known to seek them out in order to consume their scales, as alloying with them greatly increases their resistance to water, as well as providing unparalleled resistance to heat and pressure.

Anyone who manages to trade with a Praseodymium will find that they are masters at glass crafting, much like Uranium dragons, though the glass they make is a gentle peridot rather than the vivid green of pure Uranium glass. There are rumors of a Praseodymium and Neodymium in the Boulder Mountains that work together to produce blue or rose glass that is valued by glass alchemists for eye protection. They say that this glass prevents the gradual dimming of vision that happens from staring into the intense fire that glass makers use to work.

==Neodymium 60==
Neodymium dragons have a striking coloration, possessing powder-blue scales and reddish purple eyes. Like the Silver dragons, Neodymium dragons reign supreme over a specific ability: the force of magnetism.

While Neodymium dragons are fragile, with soft flammable flesh and flaky scales highly vulnerable to corrosion, they compensate by being masters of offense. They possess a powerful breath weapon in the form of a near-invisible beam of heat (leading to some misidentifications as radiants), but their more powerful ability is magnetism. A war Neodymium can crush iron plate with a thought, create rains of shrapnel that can cripple entire battalions of soldiers from a distance, and tear apart a fully grown Iron dragon with magnetic force alone. Neodymium dragons are widely feared among the metalics, though for their part Neodymium dragons aren't particularly temperamental and will rarely attack unprovoked.

Due to their soft scales, Neodymium dragons have an unusually large percentage of Runic dragons, who often specialize in magnetic spells that augment their natural abilities. They've been known to enter agreements with mortal rune wizards, trading some of their shed scales in exchange for rune reapplication on their new scales.

Alloying by consuming pieces of both Boron and Iron dragons enhance their magnetic abilities and durability.

==Promethium 61==
Few people have claimed to see a Promethium dragon or their signs, and are often dismissed by Dragon experts. Promethium dragons are likewise unknown among most other dragons, but legends among the Neodymium and Samarium tell of this breed.

According to the stories, Promethium dragons are the offspring of stolen Uranium dragon's eggs, incubated by humans foolishly seeking to harness the raw power of a Uranium dragon for their own ends. A Promethium dragon will allegedly hatch in these artificial conditions.

Whatever their true origins, known Promethium dragons are a small nonaggressive breed with silvery scales. They have a weak electric breath attack and have a weakened version of the Radiant dragon's energy traits; similar Radiant symptoms occur with frequent or prolonged exposure to Promethiums.

They are known for their paintings, using vivid and glowing pigments created from their scales.

==Samarium 62==
Samarium dragons are cousins to Neodymium Dragons, though at first glance this connection is hard to see. Samarium dragons lack the pure silver of their close kin and instead have grey-yellow scales that are far more resistant to heat then their cousins' and are able to take the breath attack of other types of Metallic dragons with ease. Perhaps even more noticeable is that Samarium dragons are notably smaller then Neodymium, only barely larger than Cobalt dragons in fact. Another major difference is that Samarium dragons are a lot more common than their kin and can form fairly large breeding populations.

When a Samarium and Cobalt dragon interbreed, however, it is easy to see how they are related to the Neodymium. These hybrids have the second-most powerful magnetic attacks among dragons, second only to the Neodymiums themselves.

Samariums have clever minds and nimble talons so they often serve as doctors to dragons and the mortal races alike. They are particularly adept at fighting the invisible power of the Radiant dragons, and although their cures often have their own consequences, they are better then a slow death.

==Europium 63==
Europium dragons are quite reclusive, living in deserts and other dry places, content to master the craft of glassworking and have little to do with the outside world beyond showing off their latest piece.

Stout and businesslike, they remind many people of dwarves that happened to be dragon-shaped. Their scales are a dark silver with white tarnish powder which they take great pains to collect for use in their glass making. Europium scales glow with their own light, and when properly engraved with runes continue to do so after being shed, making them valuable heatless light sources for miners and alchemists that specialize in studying volatile substances. The glow is known to be able to detect poisons in food, drink or body, and a few Europium dragons have been known to offer their services as food-testers in exchange for glassmaking materials that they would normally have trouble acquiring.

The mechanism by which this detection works is poorly understood, and some believe that ingesting the tarnish powder of a Europium dragon will lead to good health as well as resistance to poison. These beliefs are entirely unconfirmed, and those eccentrics that take this idea to excess sometimes wind up dying of what appears to be a strange disease. It is unknown if this is caused by the ingestion of the tarnish or if it is just a coincidental infection among the upper class.

Europium glass can be any color and is invariably exquisite, they do not favor any particular color or style, each individual preferring to develop their own. The defining characteristic of Europium glass is that it glows with its own light, usually red or blue, but green and yellows aren't unheard of. None know how, though many have tried to imitate the rune that is carved on every Europium piece, but copying it does nothing regardless of how precisely one etches the rune.

A small piece of Europium glass is worth enough to feed a family for a month, and the larger pieces are sold to the kings of wealthy countries for exorbitant sums.

Europium dragons are a protected species in many areas. They are poor fighters with a small but very hot flame that they use for their craft and scales that are only slightly harder than a Copper's.

==Gadolinium 64==
While many of the Rare Earth dragons have magnetic abilities, Gadolinium dragons are the only ones who are so drastically affected by being exposed to magnetism.

Gadolinium dragons are notable for lacking a membrane between the bones of their vestigial wings, with the bones capable of moving independently and tipped in needles that inject venom. This venom only affects Radiant dragons and mortal races, but is exceedingly effective on both. For Radiant dragons, it temporarily suppresses their ability to generate Radiant energy. For the mortal races, it causes rapid development of scar tissue throughout the body, causing chronic pain, and death in more severe cases as organs are rendered inoperable by excessive scar tissue.

Unlike many related Rare Earth Dragons, Gadolinium dragons do not tarnish in dry air, although they are still susceptible to tarnish in humid conditions. Material from Gadolinium dragons are better at protection from the effects of Radiant dragons than even Boron, but Gadolinium dragons are significantly more dangerous and harder to kill, and the improvement is not sufficient to be considered worth the danger.

While Gadolinium dragons possess magnetic skills of average strength, they have one unusual quality relating to magnetism. When Gadolinium dragons are exposed to a magnetic field, they increase in temperature, with the increase scaling with the power of the magnetic field they are introduced to. Because of this, Gadolinium dragons have been known to turn their magnetic abilities on themselves to superheat their bodies for added damage. Furthermore, once no longer exposed to the magnetic field, they cool down by the same amount they were heated. Since they usually lose heat in the meantime, this means they become colder than when they started.

Gadolinium dragons are unusually social towards other species of dragons and prefer to ally with dragons with magnetic abilities. They are especially dangerous when allied with Neodymium dragons, who can superheat them to tremendous degrees.

==Terbium 65==
Terbium dragons, though very rare and of a similar silvery color as many other Metallics, are immediately recognizable even by those not particularly talented at distinguishing the draconic races because of a unique physical characteristic: all Terbium dragons are two-headed. Terbium dragons have a bulky body, and are only capable of limited flight despite their large and powerful wings because of how heavy they are. The pair of necks that emerge from the shoulders of a Terbium dragon's torso are long but also muscular; the flexible necks grant both heads a wide range of movement.

The strong, muscular build of a Terbium dragon, coupled with their relatively hard scales and low electrical and thermal conductivity means that Terbium dragons are tough. Coupled with their above-average defensive strength, Terbium dragons also boast a good offense. A Terbium's tail is covered in sharp, serrated ridges along the top and sides, and their heavy weight and strong muscles mean that being struck by the tail-swing of a Terbium is akin to having a boulder covered in knives thrown at you. Of course, you can't neglect the twin breath weapon of the two-headed dragon either. Rather than a flame or gas like most dragons, the breath weapon of a Terbium dragon takes the form of a beam, similar to those of Francium or Radium dragons, though green in color and (thankfully) less powerful. However, while a Terbium dragon's breath weapon is not as strong as that of other, more energetic Radiant dragons, it should not be forgotten that the target of a Terbium dragon's ire is rarely receiving just one breath weapon attack. For the poor soul that must contend with an angry pair of Terbiums, the best course of action, aside from fleeing, is the use of corrosive acids or powerful magic which Terbium dragons have no particular resistance against.

Fortunately, Terbiums are not exceptionally violent dragons. Though hardly pacifists, Terbium dragons are quite social and usually prefer civil interaction over violent fighting. Delex-An and Melse-An, the so-called "Bloody Twins" currently employed by the cities of the Jungle Thorn Alliance for their war efforts, are notable exceptions that are viewed with some amount of disdain by the few other known Terbium dragons. Some scholars speculate that Terbium dragons are social with other dragons and even mortal races because each one is two distinct individuals, supposing that living so closely with their twin forces Terbium dragons to learn to get along with others. Whether or not this is really the case is hard to say because Terbium dragons are hard to find and there has never been a "lone" Terbium dragon to compare against.

Though the two heads of a Terbium dragon each represent a different mind with different interests and beliefs, most Terbiums regard their twin with great fondness. Of course, Terbium dragons that cannot learn to get along with their "better half" (as many Terbiums refer to their twin) would presumably live a short life, so perhaps the trait is more a product of nurture rather than nature. Regardless, the fact of the matter is that all known Terbium dragons consider their twin as their closest friend rather than as a sibling. A strange peculiarity worth noting is that one of the few social creatures a pair of Terbium twins has trouble getting along with is another Terbium dragon. Though the draconian twins may surround themselves with the company of others, the only time two (or rather, four) Terbium dragons will come together is for the rare event of mating, which according to Terbium dragons is a very cut-and-dry process.

==Dysprosium 66==
Dysprosium dragons are among the most desired as both mates and prey by other Metallic dragons such as Vanadium. This is because Dysprosium dragons have a unique ability and hardness that they can either pass along to all their offspring or can be temporary alloyed by consume their bodies.

Dysprosium dragons are fairly average sized with somewhat soft silvery scales that nevertheless are almost impossible for even Radiant dragons to melt, much less Metallic ones. Dysprosium are thickly built with a larger-than-average chest and are are a fair bit broader then other dragons in general, with a longer neck and snout. They also have a unique pair of spines that grow along their snout that many dragon experts believe act as a set of "sights" to help them aim their incredible talent. Dysprosium eyes also have the ability to literally glow with intense light in the dark and an easy way to tell if a Dysprosium is in the area is to look for a pair of sweeping light beams at night as it attempts to startle and freeze deer to prey upon.

Other dragons have the ability to reflect the sun's light, Dysprosium however can actually create and discharge great gouts of light as other dragons can do with a regular breath attack. The Dysprosium has to wait a few minutes to ready their attack as the muscles in their thick chest contract and release rapidly to generate the energy, while also producing flashes of red light that gleam from between the cracks on their belly scales. Once ready, the Dysprosium will, often with a roar, release a powerful beam of light. The beam is a quick flash or "pulse" of energy that lasts for a fraction of a second and on impact heats the target area so rapidly that it creates an explosions of heat and molten globules of what was hit.

Dysprosium pass their unique beam attack to offspring of select Metallic dragons such as Vanadium. When interbreeding with dragons that cannot inherit the beam, often the offspring receive other useful traits; the Neodymium dragons, for example, find their children gain increased ability to resist other dragons with magnetic skills, and many other dragons find their hybrid offspring get tougher bodies and stronger muscles.

For these reasons Dysprosium are also preyed upon by many other dragons who seek to alloy themselves with the Dysprosium's body. Dysprosiums often live near settlements for protection, trading their shed scales--which can be enchanted to produce light similar to, but weaker than, their eye beams--for advance warning if a metallic approaches so they have a chance to charge their beam in case the invader wishes to fight rather than mate.

==Holmium 67==
Holmium dragons are somewhat small dragons, standing only ten feet at the shoulder on average. Long and lithe, they are one of the few completely wingless dragons. Silvery in color with a yellow tarnish, this dragon looks slightly like a wingless Silver, though their scales are much longer, almost needle-like, giving the dragon a rugged outline.

Holmiums are one of the few Metallics that willingly travel the tundras. Due to some quirk of their physiology, when they are chilled they exhibit the ability to manipulate magnetic fields. This ability has proven indispensable, so much so that they are rarely found anywhere there isn't snow for at least part of the year.

During winter, Holmiums are the ultimate manipulator of magnetic phenomena. So strong are their abilities that they do not have wings because they do not need them, instead harnessing the magnetic field of the very earth to lift themselves. They can also eliminate their magnetic field entirely, as so not to become the center of a maelstrom of every metallic item in the area, as well as activating it in a specific direction. Areas with several Holmiums often have agreements that they will not use their abilities within a certain distance of any village or city to prevent every iron tool from becoming a deadly projectile.

Though their scales are soft, their abilities more than make up for it; as long as they are surrounded by cold they have nothing to fear from any dragon or mortal, save a few of the Radiants.

Fortunately for both dragons and mortals, Holmiums are slow to anger and quite willing to work with others, frequently assisting mortal wizards and alchemists if they ask politely.

Holmium tarnish powder is frequently sought after as a curiosity by alchemists, wizards and those nobility who take an interest in the unusual. The powder under daylight is yellow, but when placed under special clear glass, becomes pink, orange or red, depending on the glass.

==Erbium 68==
Erbium dragons, easily recognizable by their lithe bodies and rosy pink color, somehow manage to be reclusive and social at the same time. They are relatively rare by draconic standards and prefer to live away from others, speaking both of dragons and non-dragons alike. They do not care for the political or economic workings of society at large, and most Erbiums whose locations are known patiently turn down offer after offer to come to the settlements of the humanoid races.

Yet, despite this, these same Erbium dragons entertain frequent visitors. They enjoy casual conversation with the strangers that come seeking them out much more than offers of business or trade. The reason that people seek them out, whether for wisdom or to request them to come to their cities, is because they have a well-established reputation as love gurus. The advice of an erbium dragon on romantic matters is eloquent expressed and reliably accurate, and couples who have the blessing of an Erbium dragon are known to have a long and happy relationship. Even other dragons yield to the expertise of Erbiums in this field,

Erbiums, for their part, enjoy this role and love to see happy endings for true lovers. Their advice is freely given to those that come to them, but as much as any city would be happy to have an Erbium patron within its borders, such arrangements are rare to come and never last long. Erbiums that mingle with the humanoid races find too many instances of shallow love and false romances, whose failures are immediately apparent under their eyes. For this reason, only the rare Erbium youngling will come to densely populated areas, usually driven by a motivation to try to educate the local populace on the meaning of true love. Finding themselves overwhelmed, these younglings soon retreat back to their comfortable solitude.

In terms of their physical capabilities, Erbium dragons have several defenses, though few ways to attack, which suits them perfectly fine since they are dedicated pacifists. Their scales are reasonably strong but shatter when hit with enough force, often flinging pieces back at the attacker. In addition, there are specialized scales on their sides and back that stand up sharply when they curl up, which is their usual response to a physical attack. They will retaliate if they must, but will always aim to incapacitate, sometimes tackling and sitting on their adversary as a last resort.

(envisioning scales similar to the Armadillo Girdled Lizard)

==Thulium 69==
Thulium dragons are a silver-gray color, and possess some of the softest scales known to dragonkind. This means, despite their considerable size, they go out of their way to avoid direct confrontations with other dragons. They often form pairings with other dragons for protection, meaning that purebred Thulium dragons are quite rare in nature. This is compounded by the initial rareness of the species. Thulium dragons possess a moderately powerful flame breath weapon. Certain Thulium crossbreeds possess a low-level radiant aura and breath weapon.

==Ytterbium 70==
Ytterbium dragons, which look nothing like Yttrium dragons despite the similarity in spelling, are a bright silver similar to freshly polished Silver scale, with a white tarnish powder which they take great pains to remove. A Ytterbium dragon with any white on its scales is greatly weakened, perhaps even one of the Inflicted. Ytterbiums are one of the few dragons that become less dangerous when Inflicted, since they are unable to use their scale powder.

Ytterbium dragons are a rather testy species, preferring their own company to anything else, though they will tolerate other races for a short time. If you find yourself in the company of a Ytterbium, it is best to keep your mouth shut and your head down. That being said, if their attention can be avoided they make decent guardians. Some noblemen have even enlisted the services of a Ytterbium in exchange for a place to stay. They will guard seldom-visited vaults or manors as long as they are not bothered by other races too often.

Ytterbiums have a vivid green flame that comes close to a Magnesium's in intensity. In fact, some say that though it is not as bright, it is even hotter. It is not their flame that their opponent should fear, however. The body of a Ytterbium is covered in scales that are perhaps unique among dragonkind. Each scale is sharply curved, giving them the appearance of hematite. Under these scales is a powder that causes intense stinging upon contact with the skin or eyes. The scales can also be flared in a desperate measure, releasing all the powder at once, after which the dragon will ignite it with their flame. Few beings can survive this, as the air instantly becomes hot enough to melt glass. Some Ytterbiums have been known to selectively flare the scales above their mouth, giving their breath additional intensity for short periods.

If using electrical runes against one, it should be done early. The more strain they are under, the higher their resistance to electricity becomes. One that is nearly exhausted has been known to shrug off even a Silver's breath. In fact, if they know they will face a dragon with electric breath, a Ytterbium will sometimes pick a fight with a dragon they know they can beat, then deliberately fight poorly in order to gain this resistance.

For unknown reasons, Cesium dragons value Ytterbium scales for crafting sundials above all other materials and will do anything to get one.

==Hafnium 72==
The existence of Hafnium dragons is a hotly debated topic among dracologists. Some argue that they are simply Zirconium dragons, though scale samples show that the density is nearly twice as great for Hafniums. However, given the similarities in appearance and ability to Zirconium dragons, the mutations present in some species such as Phosphorus dragons and the Uranium-Francium relationship, there are many who deny their existence.

However, there are several pieces of evidence that support the existence of Hafnium dragons. First, Zirconium dragons always exhibit a white tarnish, while only the "hyper-dense Zirconium" dragons occasionally have an opalescent brown layer. Second, Niobium dragons are known to seek out and consume the scales of suspected Hafnium dragons, afterwards showing an increase in durability and heat resistance, but they show no preference for Zirconium scales, nor do they exhibit the same improvements upon consuming them. Third, Zirconium dragons tarnish at a slightly, but definitely, faster rate than Hafnium dragons. And lastly, experiments with Radiants show that, unlike Zirconium, Hafnium scales are able to absorb the lethal energy, unlike Zirconium scales, though the degree of diffusion is inferior to Boron and the material is far heavier, making it impractical for personal equipment.

See also [[#Zirconium_40|Zirconium]]

==Tantalum 73==
Tantalum dragons are uncommon, related closely to Osmium dragons and sharing many of their high density, high strength, high thermal tolerance natures. They have a beautiful blue-gray sheen, allowing them to be distinguished from their fellows, and they take great pride in their appearance.

Their scales are unusual among the Metallic dragons, broad at the base and sharply tapering to an extremely long, slender point, with some scales being as long as two or three feet. If you can break the scale spike off, they make excellent swords and spear tips, and are highly sought after worldwide. Shed scales are greedily harvested.

They have a strange fascination with Platinum dragons, and seem to be somewhat in awe of them. Humans have tried to unravel this riddle for generations, but the Tantalums keep their secrets well.

Tantalums get along well with mortal races, and in collaboration with a prestigious college of wizardry, their scale spikes have even been used to replace shattered bones. Many medical facilities bear the emblem of a Tantalum dragon.

==Tungsten 74==
Tungsten dragons (also known as Wolfram dragons in many tongues) are a species well known in the volcanic regions of the world. Their scales are a deep, lustrous gray, at times confused with slightly tarnished Silvers. They have razor-thin filaments that grow through a narrow channel within their scales, giving the dragon a slightly furred appearance from a distance. Their wings, unable to support their sheer weight, have atrophied into small flaps that assist with coordination and balance.

The Tungsten dragons have exceptionally tough scales and are one of the heaviest draconic species, but they are are most known for their astounding heat resistance. Tungsten dragons shrug off the hottest breath weapons with little difficulty and will regularly "bathe" in lava; a threatened Tungsten dragon will retreat into lava or flame if able, reemerging with an incandescent body that radiates lethal heat. Though they lack a breath weapon, they have a series of large facial spines that can be fired at surprising speeds, enough to pierce straight through mundane plate.

Fortunately for their neighbors, the Tungsten dragons are a calm and tolerant species (though they have a reputation for fearsome brutality against those that seek them harm). Tungstens frequently interbreed with other draconic species, with their volcanoes populated with non-Tungsten mates and hybrid offspring. Carbon-Tungsten offspring are a common and fearsome hybrid, possessing the hardiness of older Carbon dragons with the weight and extreme heat resistance of the Tungstens.

==Rhenium 75==
Rhenium dragons, despite being one of the the heaviest dragons, are nevertheless among the best fliers.

One of the rarest dragons, and the last non-Radiant to be formally documented, Rhenium dragons nevertheless attracted a great deal of study. Appearing similar to hornless Mercury dragons, Rhenium dragons have two rounded cylinders on their back, attached to relatively small wings.

While they are the third most resistant to heat, their defining characteristic is their incredible flight abilities. The cylinders on their back are capable of creating tremendous blasts of air, sufficient to propel them at incredibly high speeds, with their wings acting as rudders rather than propulsion. Their breath weapon is a similar blast of air, and can rip an armored human to shreds at short distances.

When confronted, Rhenium dragons will generally take off away from their opponent. This is not them retreating, however, instead they are taking off to set up a proper attack. Due to being one of the hardest dragons, they are fully capable of using their immense speed to plow into their targets, and prefer this avenue of attack to other option.

Offspring with Nickel dragons show super-alloy properties, most especially a resistance to deformation of their bodies from heat or impact. They also exhibit much improved endurance, capable of exertion for exceptionally long periods of time without physical strain.

==Osmium 76==
[[File:OsmiumDragon.jpg|200px|thumb|right|Osmium Dragon]]
Osmium dragons are the heaviest of the naturally occurring dragons (that is, those that are not the result of powerful atomic magic). They are also the rarest sort of dragon that is not universally radioactive.

Their shiny, bluish white or gray scales are extremely hard, but can be rather brittle. Their touch is highly poisonous to most creatures and their meat even moreso. Even more than their cousins, platinum and iridium dragons, osmium dragons are curiously prone to writing. They seem driven to collect and record information, though the specific interests of individual osmium dragons vary widely.

They are very resistant to heat, even by the standards of dragons.

==Iridium 77==
Iridium dragons are a very rare and poorly understood species. Evidence suggests that they may be among the oldest Metallic species, originating far from their current habitats or even (as some speculate) this world. Some great catastrophe decimated the Iridium population in ages past, the stones recording a thin layer of Iridium scales powdered and scattered across the world. Whatever this catastrophe was — whether it was genocide, divine retribution or a freak natural disaster — the species has yet to recover from this near total devastation.

The Iridium dragons persist in small isolated enclaves, widely shunned by other Metallic species. Their scales shine with a dull metallic hue, and their weight leaves deep impressions in the ground as they walk. They do not fly, but with their tremendous strength and density can tunnel through rock like a man swimming through water. Volcanoes are often their homes, though the [[#Tungsten_74|Tungsten]] dragons' usual tolerance does not extend to them and are a source of frequent conflict. The Iridium dragons are remarkably resilient, being nearly immune to corrosion and able to withstand huge heat and impact.

Certain fragmentary writings suggest that a large portion of this near-extinct race did not in fact die out, but may have instead taken refuge at unfathomable depths beneath the surface of the land. The writings are unclear as to why so many Iridiums undertook this self-imposed exile, but they hint that they were not the only dragon race to retreat so far below the surface, and that they may simply be awaiting more "favorable" conditions on the surface. The author's sanity is somewhat dubious, however, and the few Iridium dragons questioned on this matter claim ignorance.

It is widely whispered in draconic circles that Iridiums are embarking on grand projects, far in the wilderness or deep underground where none can see, trying to return to their old world or finish their "previous work". Whatever the truth of the matter, the rumors of grand Iridium conspiracies have inspired no small amount of paranoia amongst the draconic races.

==Platinum 78==
Platinum dragons, also known as the Noble Metallics, are an extremely rare species of shimmering white dragons that are practically impervious to all forms of corrosion, even more so than Gold dragons. They are one of the few Metallics that are entirely immune to the Mercury dragon's poison flesh.

They are too dense to fly or swim, though they have been known to wade into lakes that are shallow enough for them to keep their head above the water. Their wings have developed into repeating hexagonal plates that are widely considered attractive amongst the draconic races (most of all themselves). Despite having a weaker electric breath than Gold or Silver dragons, they are entirely capable of defending themselves with their size, strength, and durability.

Their scales are among the greatest alchemical catalysts, required for most masterwork potions and many dwarven mass industrial processes. Many alchemists believe their scales hold the secret to a Philosopher's Stone or immortality (much to the chagrin of Gold dragons). The huge demand for their scales give the platinum dragons a substantial income and no small amount of pride.

The "Noble Metallics" have something of a narcissistic streak. Their individuals are ruthlessly ambitious, always seeking to increase their status or wealth, and are frequently unconcerned with the consequences of their actions. They tend to flaunt their accumulated power in public and ostentatious ways; one Platinum dragon made a great show of hiring "lowly" metallics such as Coppers and Nickels at staggering expenses in superfluous bodyguard positions, showing off her wealth and her superiority over other dragons. The Platinum dragons' degree of self-importance puts the Gold dragons' to shame, and indeed the two prideful species have loathed each other for recorded history.

Platinum alloyed breeds are rare due to their prideful and "noble" nature, but Cobalt-Platinum hybrids are known to exist. Although smaller than its Platinum parent, they have a stronger electric breath and exceptionally powerful magnetic control, and are often seen with a "crown" of rare metal fragments floating above their head.

==Gold 79==
Gold Dragons are noble creatures indeed, their fiery gleam recorded in countless stories across time. Heavy, solid beasts, they can fly though rather poorly, and prefer to spend their time on the ground when possible.

They're great swimmers, and no matter how long they spend in the water, their scales never tarnish in the slightest, as do some other Metallics.

The males, upon reaching maturity, seek a place to install a "beacon" made by carefully laying their shed scales over a surface exposed to the sun. This beacon serves to attract females and prove the value of the male as a mate. A large, shiny beacon is proof of the health and strength of the one who made it and defended it--or the one who took it. Golds like all shiny things and particularly appreciate the work of mortals. More than one skilled goldsmith got rich by embellishing a Gold's lair.

Though valuable and hunted, unlike the Borons, a Gold is perfectly capable of smashing human-sized enemies asunder, though they come off decidedly the weaker in clashes with Iron, Tungsten, Titanium, and other such draconics, as their scales bend under the pressure those dragons can produce. The true strength of the Gold is its ability to produce and channel enormous blasts of electrical energy, enough to sear flesh from bone and turn bone to charcoal, though they still cannot match their Silver cousins' utterly titanic electrical capacity.

The Golds fear Mercury dragons above all else, whose cloying touch will slough their flesh off their bones like so much pudding.

When crossbred with Silver or Copper dragons, the half-breeds are not much stronger than either parent, and sometimes weaker, but they attain an incredible array of subtle variations in hue, with rose, whitish, greenish-yellow and reddish hues all observed. These dragons are commonly considered among the most beautiful of all Metallic dragonkind, across the various species, and often become something rather like cultural idols.

==Mercury 80==
[[File:MercuryDragon.jpg|200px|thumb|right|Mercury Dragon]]
Mercury dragons are deadly creatures indeed, for they have no scales, and move almost as fluidly as creatures of flesh and blood. Heavy and dense, their swinging arms, legs, and tail can do immense damage, and they are expert contortionists, capable of slipping through cracks no larger than a dog or a small child, despite being more than 30 feet from head to tail on average, and standing ten feet high at the shoulder when fully grown.

When threatened, they sweat profusely, exuding rivulets of thick, silvery metal. This substance is highly toxic, and kills almost on contact as it slides into the skin. They can also spit globs of metal more than 50 feet with great accuracy, shooting it from a wide tongue curled into a kind of straw.

Mercury dragons do not fly, but instead prefer to inhabit pools of water. Lakes inhabited by Mercury dragons for a long time fill up with their secretions, becoming lakes of flowing silver. in their element, the dragons are invisible, and many an adventurer has been fooled into thinking they've found a silver treasure, only to be pulled in by an outstretched claw.

Mercury dragons are extremely dangerous to many other Metallics, corroding them and dissolving their flesh on contact. Other Metallics become brittle at a Mercury's touch, crumbling to dust in moments. As such, Mercury dragons are considered apex predators among Metallic dragonkind, and most will keep a wide distance away from them. Fire will defeat a Mercury dragon though, melting them away extremely rapidly, and the breath of a Sulfur dragon can also harm them, with time.

It is fortunate that the species is rare, otherwise they might represent a real threat to all Metallics, and the mortal realms as well.

==Thallium 81==
Thallium dragons are rare and dangerous beasts, heavy and powerful, with unusually well-developed wings for one of the larger Metallics. Reasons for why this species retained much of its power to fly, when most of the heavier Metallics abandoned flight, remain unclear.

Their flame is very distinctive, blazing a brilliant, almost unnaturally green flame. Beyond its natural danger from heat, the flame carries with it vaporized particles of the Thallium's inner nature, which are extremely toxic and leave a deadly residue behind.

It is wise for a kingdom to appease a Thallium dragon, for their wrath can have repercussions for generations. A pleased Thallium dragon will share its scales, which when ground up and applied carefully protect against rats and insects, sparing communities from disease and starvation.

In this way, some primitive tribes revere Thalliums as harsh yet benevolent agricultural spirits, and many homes have small statues of Thallium dragons, which they believe will ward off harmful spirits just as they ward off vermin. The Thalliums themselves care little for the opinions of mortals, but they never refuse an offering of food, and consider themselves honor bound to reciprocate the favor.

==Lead 82==
[[File:LeadDragon2.jpg|200px|thumb|right|Lead Dragon]]
Lead dragons are enormous placid creatures, one of the very bulkiest of the Metallic dragons and by far the heaviest. Though other species can be denser, none can match the Leads for sheer mass.

For all their size and power, they are fairly disinterested in the mortal world around them, preferring to wander the world in small groups. They make a surprising number of friendships with other Metallic dragons, and are commonly seen interacting with Arsenic and Phosphorous dragons.

Leads fight mostly by crushing and bludgeoning, but are rather vulnerable to being stabbed by tougher metals. They can exude a poisonous feeblemind aura, and can exhale blasts of deadly powder that can kill with skin contact.

Their role in the ecosystem seems to be to prey on the Radiant species of Metallic dragonkind, their radiant energy sloughing off Lead dragons like water. They can be seen feasting on older Uranium, Thorium, Neptunium and Plutonium dragons with relish; the end of a mighty Uranium dragon is very often consumption by a Lead. Mortal kingdoms threatened by Radiants will often court Lead dragons for assistance, but they are notoriously hard to persuade and dangerous in their own indirect right.

==Bismuth 83==
[[File:BismuthDragon.jpg|200px|thumb|right|Bismuth Dragon]]
Bismuth dragons are a strange breed indeed. In their early life, they are dull metallic gray, looking little different from most other Metallic dragons.

As they mature, though, a strange and wondrous change occurs in their scales. Both genders develop large growths all over their upper bodies, with the male's being much larger. These extended scales are jagged and rough, with no two looking alike, and no two dragons having the same growth patterns. Similarities exist between families, but for this species, their scales are their fingerprints, and they take inordinate pride in them.

Growing to about the size of a man's head, the scales have all the colors of the rainbow, and reflect brilliantly in the sun. Mating displays are wondrous to behold, a riot of color and flashing lights. Though intended for their mates, the Bismuths are unapologetic attention-whores, and love it when tourists come to observe their shimmering rituals.

When ground up, shed scales can be used in makeup and pigments, creating a beautiful pearlescent color, and it is highly in demand around the world.

They are also much less toxic than most of the heavier Metallic dragons and far safer to interact with which encourages the tourism trade.

==Polonium 84==
The nickname for the Polonium dragon is "the walking wasteland" and it fits them admirably. Like many of the heavier Metallic dragons, Poloniums have a field of invisible heat but theirs burns so hot that no Polonium can form a den that doesn't become a smoking crater after only a short rest.

But this is not the cause of their nickname. There is some quality about Poloniums, some sickness in their blood which seems to leech out and affect all things around them. Plants wither and rot, animals are still-born or horribly deformed and humans go mad and die in agony when they come in contact with a Polonium or lands they have stayed in for longer than a week.

By necessity they follow a nomadic lifestyle, something that becomes more difficult the older they get since their powerful wings find it harder and harder to lift their increasingly dense body.

Polonium dragons exhibit a great variety within their species. Some remain excellent flyers throughout their lives, some prove so toxic that even a day's rest ruins their environment. Some are softer then others, some harder. Some burn with an intense azure light which obscures the yellow-black serrations of their hides while others only release a deceptively soft blue glow.

They have no breath weapon; it isn't needed. The fire that constantly licks across their body burns so hot that only the toughest of magics, armor and dragons can resist it for long. However, the greatest weapon in their arsenal is their touch. Some kind of toxin exists on their teeth and claws that takes effect the moment an organism's skin is pierced; there has been no record of any creature surviving the drawn out, torturous events that follow.

For these reasons, killing a Polonium dragon is an act that would catapult one into the realms of the richest and most renowned of heroes. The materials from their bodies are prized for being able to withstand the hottest furnace and will even remain unscathed by a Silver's strongest lighting. (Much to the chagrin of Silvers, Golds and other dragons that rely on electricity for their breath weapons.)

The constant, instinctive need to travel and feed to keep their bodies fueled means these 40-foot monsters have little time for cerebral matters. This, plus the inability of Polonium dragons to interact with most other creatures, results in them being almost as dumb as common lizards due to their constant isolation.

It is only with other Polonium dragons or Fluorine dragons that they get a chance to interact with intelligent beings. These encounters are often cataclysmic, intense and brief as most environments aren't able to withstand the presence of one incredibly destructive dragon charging through it, never mind two. It is fortunate for the Polonium dragons that they are long-lived and are unlikely to become extinct, despite their rare interactions and even rarer offspring.

Their courtships have never been observed, with only multiple craters containing sputtering blue fire hinting at what occurred.

(Artwise, should be quite squat and large. http://img2.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20060424113817/lotr/images/9/95/GLAURUNG.jpg like this, crossed with a gilla monster's body shape)

==Astatine 85==
Just as Uranium and Plutonium dragons birth Francium dragons once in a great while, so too do Neptuniums give rise to the rare and mysterious Astatines.

Astatines seem to contain intense bottled energy, and live only slightly longer than Franciums. Unlike the extroverted, angry, and aggressive Franciums, the dark black Astatines are very morose creatures, consumed with their impending mortality. They eat almost nothing, and seem to shun other creatures almost obsessively. When they can be roused to action they are ferocious fighters with little lasting stamina. Generally this occurs only when their Neptunium parents call them to war against other Metallics, as Astatines have no natural predators. Only the occasional hungry Lead makes an attempt, and there have been no recorded instances of a successful hunt.

At some point during the brief lifespan of an Astatine dragon (rarely more than a year past its birth) it undergoes a cataclysmic event. For reasons unknown, theorized to relate to some internal chemical change, the dragon rapidly begins to glow. Within seconds it has transitioned from a deep black to a intense, painful white. Nothing is known about the transition after this point: the only known survivor quickly hid more than three hundred yards away, only to return moments later to a blasted, glassy crater wavering with impossible heat. No trace of the creature could be found; it is thought to have flown away or transitioned to another dimension entirely.

The Astatines can breathe a dark, black-purple gas, which ignites the air around it with a heat so intense it melts some metals merely by exposure to the resulting light. It is also highly corrosive, but few substances suffer the heat long enough to dissolve.

==Radon 86==
Radon dragons are the only variety of Fluid that is regularly found outside of the Arctic. The smallest of the dragons, only the size of a large cat at most, they make their homes in granite bedrock. Being the only Radiant Fluid dragon, little is known about their habits, and further study is complicated by the fact that they are highly territorial and do not let anyone near their homes, though some nests have been abandoned for reasons unknown and are hotbeds of exploration and study by those wizards seeking to understand these enigmatic creatures.

Shorter than a man's knee, they are reddish, wingless creatures with heavy front legs and claws able to dig through most kinds of rock. They do not have scales, but their hide is thick enough to stop anything less than a crossbow and their blood is composed of the gas that they constantly exhale. They breathe a yellow-green flame which is toxic in enclosed spaces.

Dwarven legend states that it is these creatures that drove them to the sea. When one of the larger dwarven cities accidentally disturbed a nest of the creatures, the Radons swarmed into their tunnels and into their halls through the connecting tunnels, poisoning the air with their breath and blood. From time to time another settlement will have a Radon outbreak, but they learned well; any community that is connected to another will have thick doors at each end of the underground road, though the majority of dwarven cities are connected by normal roads rather than underground tunnels.

They are suspected to be intelligent, but no one has managed to talk to one, though some dracologists have reported that they scrape their claws against the stone as a warning to go away.

There are occasional reports of a Uranium, Thorium or Radium dragon laying a Radon egg, and some suspect that this the origin of the creatures.

==Francium 87==
[[File:FranciumDragon.jpg|200px|thumb|right|Francium Dragon]]
Francium dragons are a tragic case of genetic instability. Once in a great while, Uranium and Thorium dragon mothers lay a silvery egg possessed of incredible heat, enough to melt the other eggs in the clutch and sometimes, even injure the mother itself. The female dragon cools the egg inside the body, but the birthing process often causes fatalities.

These eggs are sequestered well away from the rest of the family, for their tremendous heat precludes the need for incubation, and they hatch phenomenally quickly, within a matter of days, compared to the usual months.

The young dragon emerges, and within hours is walking, talking, flying, and growing. By the young dragon's fifth day of life, it is fully mature, a silvery creature blazing with Radiant, flameless heat. For the safety of its family, Francium dragons are immediately exiled upon reaching maturity, with no small degree of sorrow.

Their emotional and mental stability is questionable at the best of times, and Francium dragons keenly feel their own mortality ticking forward minute by minute. Oftentimes, they lash out at anything and everything near them, enraged at their minute lifespan.

Even the most heat-resistant dragons, Osmiums and Tungstens, fear the Francium dragon, whose sustained torrent of energy will eventually penetrate their carapace.

Whatever the chaos their lives may cause, a Francium's rampage is cut short quickly, limiting the damage to a local scale. Whereas their mothers may live for tens of thousands of years, these mutant children burn away within a single year at most.

A rare handful do manage to achieve some measure of stability, and have produced musical art, for no other form of art could survive their heat, of great beauty and poignancy.

Only two known instances of Francium dragons meeting in the wild have ever been recorded, and no details of the incidents have survived. The breed's reproductive potential is unknown.

==Radium 88==
[[File:RadiumDragon.png|200px|thumb|right|Radium Dragon]]
Radium dragons, though closely related to Francium dragons, are their most hated enemies. Nothing makes a Francium more jealous than a dragon almost as energetic as they, but who will live a thousand years instead a thousand days.

Radiums are aptly named, and were the first dragon identified to have the Radiant energy that many breeds are known for. They harness this power in beams of blue light, burning and killing their foes. They emit this light at all times, but it becomes especially intense as they prepare to unleash their breath.

Radiums are predators born, living alone or in mated pairs and roaming the world with tremendous speed. They fly well, they fight well, and they leave nothing where they pass, one of the most aggressive Metallics in existence. The Radiums have one great weakness though, their bodies cannot tolerate water, which burns, and even detonates on contact with them. For this reason, their range is limited to desolate, dessicated areas, and they cannot do much more than short raids into moister climates.

Nomads cling to oases for this reason just as much as to use water for themselves, for a Radium dragon could be upon them at any moment.

When wounded, Radium scales exhibit a blindingly pure silver luster, but it rapidly becomes black and tarnished like the rest of their bodies. Some desert faiths preach that this as proof that the Radiums burn with the fires of hell, and their hells are filled with invisible death, not the fire and smoke of other religions.

The way their bright scales violently blacken in air is considered an apt metaphor for all aspects of their lives by many who study them.

Some Radium dragons are compulsive 'justice' seekers, inflicting retribution across the land in oft questionably violent manner. Striking a Radium Dragon exposes its true colors momentarily, albeit through a burst of lung-scorching radioactive dust.

These dragons consider their blue glow a sign of a holy mandate and are quite social in the company of like-minded zealots. Makeshift 'knightly orders' of several mating pairs can devastate entire kingdoms with holy righteous fury, but may also break with sudden enraged violence, should individual views of a situation suddenly collide.

==Thorium 90==
Thorium dragons are massive, heavy creatures, with the dull silvery appearance common to most members of the Metallic dragon subspecies.

As with many of the heavier varieties, they are surrounded by an invisible, heatless force, capable of poisoning and killing those mortals who dare to come too close.

With such protection, almost all the Radiant Metallics are peaceful creatures, having never had a need to defend themselves, owing to their size and energy. The Thoriums are particularly congenial and friendly, though still no less deadly.

Their breath is a strange, invisible gas, which carries the heatless death property of their bodies. It is much heavier than air, and though its range is limited, it pools, eddies, and is extremely hard to remove. Historical records indicate that a wealthy Drow noble made the terrible mistake of capturing a young Thorium dragon for his coliseum, and when the furious parents showed up to rescue their child, within a hour the underground cavern was devoid of life.

Even now, the city remains, filled with invisible death and lacking breathable air, a perfectly preserved monument to the folly of chaining forces beyond one's control.

==Uranium 92==
Uranium and Plutonium dragons are very closely related subspecies, sharing a common genetic pool and often crossbreeding. They are profligate artists, crafting beautiful red, green, and yellow glass sculptures by mixing glass with their ground up scales. Colorful ceramics are also extremely popular.

The two species can live almost anywhere, heated by an internal warmth that never ends. Red dragons can breathe hotter fire, but a Uranium dragon's heat is something altogether different. The two species are too heavy to fly, their wings having become vestigial cooling devices.

Though normally peaceful, Uraniums and Plutoniums can harness their internal fire in a very different way than most of the other Radiant Metallics. When angered, they can release a blast of heat and light of truly immense proportions, enough to shatter a city's walls or incinerate an army, and they can sustain this force for hours if need be.

Most civilized nations treat them with some wariness, and in general, the Uranium and Plutonium species keep to themselves. Some few youngsters have been tempted by the promise of wealth and power though, and serve as unstoppable engines of war with which to conquer neighboring countries. It is unclear what this imbalance of power may lead to, but kings and emperors are emptying their treasuries to secure these dragons' services.

What being used as siege engines may do to the dragons' mental state in the long term is an open question.

==Neptunium 93==
Neptunium dragons have little love for their close cousins, the Uranium and Plutonium dragons. Descended from common ancestors with the Uraniums, they rebelled against them and separated millennia ago, and the two species carry a grudge against one another to this day.

Neptuniums are the eldest of the Uranium children, estranged from the family, and they hate Plutoniums, the younger siblings, who are beloved by their parents.

As a result of this ancient feud, the three species react violently when near each other, and their duels have forged legends in many mortal races mythologies.

Most of the time Neptuniums keep to themselves, forced to the farther fringes of Metallic territory because the combined strength of the Uraniums and Plutoniums keeps them contained.

Neptuniums are one of the few Radiant dragons that enjoys interacting with humankind, and was responsible for the depletion of the Boron species, killing them and presenting them to warlike human, orcish, and elven kings so that the Neptuniums could lead their armies without killing their allies. In this way, modern Neptuniums are seeking to rally the younger races to their aid, and finally redress their ancient grudges.

What the other Metallics may do, particularity the Lead dragons, is an issue of hot debate among the younger races.

==Plutonium 94==
''See [[#Uranium_92|Uranium]]''

==Curium 96==
One of the few Metallic dragons which will venture into the colder regions of the world, Curium dragons are strange, reclusive beasts. They are rarely seen, either by design or by simple rarity, and very little is known about them.

What little has been recorded mostly describes the pale purple aura surrounding their bodies, and the intense heat that staves off even the harshest winter storms. They move unopposed wherever they go, and when they attack, survivors are few and far between.

Some theorize that when the aurorae wax strong, the Curium dragons appear, but no definite correlation has been observed. Those that seek these dragons usually see nothing, or never return.

==References for stats==
Hardness: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hardnesses_of_the_elements_%28data_page%29

Melting point: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_elements_by_melting_point

electric resistivity: http://environmentalchemistry.com/yogi/periodic/electrical.html

Just about everything: http://periodictable.com/index.html

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Warhammer 40,000/7th Edition Tactics/Psychic 101

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'''This information is no longer current. Please see [[Warhammer_40,000/Tactics/Psychic_101(8E)|Psychic 101(8E)]].(Should we update it for Horus Heresy?)'''

This page indexes how the Psychic Phase works in 7th edition Warhammer 40K:

= Psychic Phase in General =
In previous editions, psychic powers were pretty much extra gear/guns for the psyker; they activated whenever, simply took a Leadership check to trigger, could maybe be countered by certain models, and that was pretty much it.

In 7th edition '''psychic powers are used in their own phase''', right after the Movement Phase (movement -> psychic -> shooting -> assault -> end) and the mechanics involved are slightly more, well, involved, similar to the Magic phase in Warhammer Fantasy with a few key differences.

The basic idea is that '''each and every one of your psykers now generates dice into an army-wide pool of psychic dice'''. When you cast a psychic power, you decide how many of these dice you want to throw into the attempt - '''using more dice in an individual power makes the power more likely to activate''' (while increasing the chances of Perils of the Warp, or a psychic misfire), while '''using fewer dice per power, you can attempt to cast more powers per turn''' that, while less likely to succeed, also are less likely to go terribly, terribly wrong for the caster. Overall, the new system seems more like an active part of the game, rather than a few special rules tacked onto the game itself, and the way it's designed is more flexible to allow some actual tactics over the phase.

= How It Works =

== 0: Generating Psychic Powers ==

Like in 6th edition, psychic powers are generated BEFORE the game starts. A given psyker has access to a certain amount of psychic powers and disciplines, depending on his mastery level and faction. Each discipline has 6 numbered powers (from 1 to 6) and a seventh 'Primaris' power.

To generate its psychic powers, a given psyker first chooses how many powers it wants from each psychic discipline known to it, up to a total of its Mastery Level. In other words, a Mastery Level 2 Space Marine Librarian generates two psychic powers, and can choose to generate them from any of the psychic disciplines marked in his Codex entry (discipline access is therefore entry-specific and not based on Mastery Level).

The psyker then rolls, one by one, for the powers in the disciplines he chose. Each power is numbered, so each die roll indicates one power he knows from the discipline the psyker rolled on. In the case of multiple rolls matching, thus yielding multiple copies of a particular power, re-roll the copy until it doesn't match. If the psyker doesn't like a particular power, it may choose to exchange the rolled power for the Primaris power of that particular discipline; this decision is made immediately after the roll for the power being exchanged. If a psyker generates all its powers from the same psychic discipline, it gets Psychic Focus - it automatically knows the Primaris power of its chosen discipline in addition to its other powers. If at any point the psyker ever gains a power from a different discipline, it loses Psychic Focus. Once all your psykers are done rolling for powers, you're set.

The odds of a psyker of a given Mastery Level (ML) being able to guarantee a given power by rolling on the same discipline until it gets it is ML/6, which is slightly better than multiple psykers at lower MLs doing it: for example, an ML2 psyker can guarantee a power with odds 33.33%, while two ML1 psykers both trying for it will manage it (on at least one of them) with odds 30.56%.

*'''Notes:'''
**The decision to exchange a power for a primaris power is done immediately after you roll the die to generate a power. You don't roll for all your powers and then choose to exchange one or more into primaris powers. Make the choice on which table to roll separately for each power you generate - so if you luck out on the first roll, you're perfectly valid in picking a power from a different discipline.
**A psyker may not know multiple copies of the same power; should you roll the same power multiple times for the same psyker while generating powers, you'll simply reroll the 'extra' copies in the same discipline until you end up with different powers. It is, however, entirely possible for multiple different psykers to know the same power.
**Psykers with a Mark of Chaos or psykers that are Daemons of a particular Chaos God instead automatically know the primaris power of their chosen deity, regardless of the other powers they might generate.
**A psyker who has a force weapon of any description automatically also has the Force psychic power to actually activate the weapon. This does NOT count as one of his mastery level picks, nor does it prevent him from getting Psychic Focus.
**A psyker who has fixed powers of no discipline ''([[Ezekiel]]'s Mind Worm / Ahazra Redth's Mirage)'' does not count these towards psychic focus so long as he generates any remaining powers from a single discipline. This stops them from losing out on Psychic Focus just by having a pre-set power.
**Some psykers - like most Grey Knight units, Eldar Hemlocks and so on - know only predetermined set of psychic powers. Unless otherwise mentioned, these are the ONLY powers they know, they do NOT generate additional ones, and are NOT eligible for Psychic Focus.
**Unlike in previous editions, a psyker's potential power selection is NOT limited by his mastery level. That is, a Mastery Level 1 psyker knows generally speaking one power, but that power may well be Warp Charge 2 or 3 - though a low-level psyker with high-charge powers will have to rely even more on luck of the dice and other psykers in his army to produce enough dice for casting.

== 1: Generating Warp Charges ==
When your psychic phase begins, you roll a single die. Both you and your opponent generate this many warp charges in your pool, plus the total amount of Mastery levels in your respective armies (plus any extra from wargear and/or special rules). You use the dice in your pool to attempt to cast psychic powers. Your opponent uses dice in his pool to attempt to counter your powers (Deny the Witch) and keep them from activating.

'''Notes:'''
*Only psykers actively on the board generate dice. If your Librarian is sitting in a Storm Raven in reserve, he's not contributing to your psychic pool (nor casting powers). Similarly, dead psykers don't generate dice. (A psyker in a transport or building on the table is, however, in play and thus does generate psychic dice).
*ALL models with the Psyker or Psychic Pilot rules or units with the Brotherhood of Psykers/Sorcerers rules generate warp charges equal to their mastery level. In other words, things like Grey Knight vehicles and Eldar [[Hemlock Wraithfighter]]s generate psychic dice (when they're on the table).
*Only the player whose turn it is rolls the initial d6 for generating psychic dice; both players use the same result and add their respective mastery levels to it. If you rolled a 6 for generating psychic dice, your opponent also gets more dice for trying to Deny your powers.
*Psychic dice are generated at the start of the psychic phase. If one of your psykers somehow dies during your psychic phase (say, from a Perils of the Warp attack) he obviously will not be generating any more dice on your subsequent turns, but the dice you have remaining in your pool -that moment- are not affected.

== 2: Casting Powers ==

Okay, so you have a bunch of dice waiting to be turned into mindbullets or whatever. Next up, ''using'' them.

The player actively casting powers (you, in this exercise) chooses one of his psykers and one of the powers that psyker knows; if the power has a variable cost, choose the cost now. You then choose a number of dice from your psychic pool and roll them. Every roll of a 4+ on a psychic dice is an activated 'warp charge'. Each power requires a certain number of warp charges to go off - most take one, a handful need two, and a few rare ones take three. If you got enough warp charges from your psychic dice to meet or exceed the number of warp charges for the power, the power activated successfully. If you failed to meet the number of warp charges on the power, it fizzled - the dice used in casting it are wasted, and the power doesn't go off.

'''Notes:'''
*Casting psychic powers no longer affects the rest of the psyker's actions on the turn; a psyker can cast any of the powers he knows regardless of whether or not he moved on his Movement Phase, and casting psychic powers does not prevent him from running, shooting, or declaring a charge on the following Shooting and Assault phases. Being locked in combat does not prevent the psyker from generating dice, but does prevent the psyker from casting Witchfire and Focused Witchfire (shooting attack) powers. Buffs, debuffs and summons are A-OK though.
*A psyker may cast multiple different witchfire (shooting attack) powers during your psychic phase, as long as he has the necessary dice, may target them at the same or different units as he pleases, and unlike with regular shooting attacks, is not limited to charging at one of those targeted units in his assault phase.
*Psychic dice are not 'earmarked' for the psyker who generated them; it's entirely possible for you to use all your psychic die to manifest dice from one of your psykers, regardless of where the dice actually came from.
*A psyker in a building or a transport can manifest ONLY witchfire and focused witchfire (shooty) psychic powers, and even then only if he can draw line of sight to his target from the transport's/building's fire points or the transport itself (if open-topped). If your psyker intends to cast buffs/debuffs or anything more elaborate than blowing shit up with his brain, he's got to climb out of that metal box first. Similarly, units that are inside a transport or building cannot be targeted by a psychic power, beneficial or not. (The battlements of a building are not considered to be 'inside' a building, so a psyker can stand, say, on the roof of a Bastion or on a Skyshield Landing Pad and gain a degree of protection from that).
*Any one psyker can only attempt to manifest a given power once in a psychic phase, regardless of if it failed or succeeded. Two psykers knowing the same power can of course each (attempt to) cast it, at different or same targets.
*A single unit can only be affected by one copy of a given blessing at any one time - so Hammerhand, for example, no longer stacks. Two DIFFERENT blessings on the same unit are A-OK, though.
*Since psychic powers are used in the Psychic phase, you cannot use a witchfire power to shoot Overwatch if you get assaulted.
*Any dice not used in casting powers are lost and wasted at the end of the psychic phase.

=== Warp Charge Table===
The following table shows what chance you can expect to cast a power for a given number of warp charges. Note that this for the standard odds of harnessing (4+) and periling (at least 2 sixes), and hence does not cover situations where harnessing is improved or periling is more likely (such as with Daemonology).

{| border=1 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=4 align=left style="text-align:center;"
|+ Chances of Success and Perils for Charges and Dice
|- valign=top
! Dice !! Success, WC1 !! Success, No Perils, WC1 !! Success, WC2 !! Success, No Perils, WC2 !! Success, WC3 !! Success, No Perils, WC3 !! Perils
|-
| 1D6 || 50.00% || 50.00% || 00.00% || 00.00% || 00.00% || 00.00% || 00.00%
|-
| 2D6 || 75.00% || 72.22% || 25.00% || 22.22% || 00.00% || 00.00% || 02.78%
|-
| 3D6 || 87.50% || 80.09% || 50.00% || 42.59% || 12.50% || 09.26% || 07.41%
|-
| 4D6 || 93.75% || 80.56% || 68.75% || 55.56% || 31.25% || 22.22% || 13.19%
|-
| 5D6 || 96.88% || 77.25% || 81.25% || 61.63% || 50.00% || 33.85% || 19.62%
|-
| 6D6 || 98.44% || 72.12% || 89.06% || 62.74% || 65.63% || 41.91% || 26.32%
|-
| 7D6 || 99.22% || 66.20% || 93.75% || 60.73% || 77.34% || 46.15% || 33.02%
|-
| 8D6 || 99.61% || 60.08% || 96.48% || 56.95% || 85.55% || 47.23% || 39.53%
|-
| 9D6 || 99.80% || 54.07% || 98.05% || 52.31% || 91.02% || 46.06% || 45.73%
|-
| 10D6 || 99.90% || 48.35% || 98.93% || 47.38% || 94.53% || 43.47% || 51.55%
|}<br style="clear: both; height: 0px;" /><br>

Generally, for a good chance of success you need to use double the warp charges of the spell's level to beat a pure coin flip; you can add 1 or 2 charges, with diminishing returns, to increase your odds, but should never commit more than 2 extra charges, as your odds of perils will become too high to be worth it.

== 3: Perils of the Warp ==

Drawing raw psychic energy from hell itself to fuel otherworldly powers is a hazardous job. Sometimes things go wrong. Sometimes things notice you when you tap into the Warp.

When you cast a psychic power, every roll of 2 or more sixes on your psychic dice triggers a Perils of the Warp. In previous editions, a Perils of the Warp was simply an automatic wound that was difficult or impossible to save against. In 7th edition, it's a d6 table the psyker rolls on; in the table below, "wound" means the psyker suffers 1 wound or glancing hit with no saves allowed (FNP *is* allowed). Leadership tests are taken by the Periling psyker.

{| class="wikitable sortable"
|+ '''Perils of the Warp'''
! Name !! Number !! Leadership Test Not Taken !! Leadership Test Success !! Leadership Test Failure
|-
! Dragged Into the Warp
| 1 || - || Wound. || Psyker is removed as a casualty and his unit takes D6 S6 AP1 hits, starting from the closest to where he was removed.
|-
! Mental Purge
| 2 || Wound. Randomly select one power from the psyker. It is lost for the rest of the game. || - || -
|-
! Power Drain
| 3 || Wound. If it's the psychic phase, both players lose D3 Warp Charge points. || - || -
|-
! Psychic Backlash
| 4 || Wound. || - || -
|-
! Empyric Feedback
| 5 || - || - || Wound.
|-
! Warp Surge
| 6 || - || Psyker gains 3++, Fleshbane, Armourbane, and Smash until the next friendly psychic phase. || Wound.
|}

'''Notes:'''
*Yes, Warp Surge pretty much temporarily turns your Weirdboy or Librarian into a mini-daemon prince. The problem is actually using it. Unless your Psyker is already part of a CQC squad or running solo, your have to choose between running into combat to make the most of it or being able to shoot a non-assault weapon, and unless you're looking at your opponent's warlord or some other very high value target(psyker) and you think your opponent will be dumb enough to accept a challenge from a mini-Daemon Prince, you're likely better off shooting.
*A Perils of the Warp is always ONE roll on the table, regardless of how many sixes you actually rolled. If you rolled four sixes on your psychic test, you did NOT Perils twice as hard.
*A psychic power succeeds or fails regardless of whether or not you triggered a Perils of the Warp attack. If you rolled enough warp charges to activate a psychic power, the power does activate - regardless of whether or not the psyker actually casting the power took a wound or even survived.
*Since you need a roll of double sixes on (most) powers to Perils, it's impossible to Perils if you only use one die in your casting attempt. Similarly, the more dice you pump into a single power, the more likely it is for you to suffer a Perils attack.
*Sanctic and Malefic Daemonology are slightly more risky to play with - unless you're a Grey Knight (for Sanctic) or a Daemon (for Malefic), powers cast from those disciplines will perils on ANY roll of doubles (or more) on your psychic dice. The powers are not actually any less likely to activate than 'regular' powers, but considerably more likely to blow up back in your face. Therefore it is advised that if you have non-daemon casting Daemonology, then have the psyker be in Brotherhood of Psykers since Brotherhoods have more wounds to spend on Perils wounds while still retaining psychic powers. F.ex having Malefic Primaris Psyker in Malefic Wyrdvane psyker squad.

== 4: Deny the Witch ==

While one player's psykers cast powers, the other player's psykers try to counter them. Denying the Witch is how you can (try to) keep the other player's powers from activating.

When your opponent successfully casts a psychic power that affects one or more of your units, you choose one of them to make a Deny the Witch roll. Basically you choose the unit, pick a number of dice from your own pool of psychic dice, roll them and add modifiers:
*+1 if the unit has one or more models (attached or otherwise) with the Psyker, Psychic Pilot, or Brotherhood of Psykers/Sorcerers special rules.
*+1 if the unit has one or more models with a Mastery level higher than the casting psyker's Mastery level.
*+1 if the unit has one or more models with the Adamantium Will special rule.

Every roll of 6 or more on a Deny the Witch dice negates one successful warp charge from your opponent's casting attempt. To successfully Deny a psychic power, you must negate -all- successful warp charges used in casting that power. If you failed to get enough successes on the Deny roll, the dice are simply wasted and the enemy power still activates.

If none of your units were targeted by the psychic power (the power was a blessing or summoning power, for example, that doesn't directly effect your units) you can still try Deny the power; instead of choosing a unit to Deny the power with, you simply choose how many dice to use in your Deny attempt. Each roll of a straight 6 on a dice negates one warp charge.

'''Notes:'''
*To successfully Deny a power, you must counter ALL the successful warp charges used in casting the power. If your opponent uses four dice to cast a 2-charge power and gets three successes, you must counter all three. Two will NOT be enough.
*You decide whether or not to attempt to Deny a power (and how many dice you use, if any) AFTER your opponent rolls his psychic test for casting the power. You can't be suckered into Denying powers that wouldn't activate anyways, and you can opt to not try Denying powers that you don't have a chance to succeed in countering anyways (powers with four successes when all you have is three dice, and so on).
*Obviously rolling multiple sixes on a Deny roll will NOT trigger a Perils of the Warp attack.
*If a psychic power targets multiple units, only one of those units gets to do a Deny attempt. If a psychic blast power scatters and hits two of your units, you pick one to do a Deny with, not try to Deny twice.
*Psychic Hoods have changed - now a unit within 12" of a friendly unit targeted with a psychic power can roll the Deny attempt as if it was targeted for the power instead of the actual target. Generally this means getting to benefit from the psyker and his mastery level in the Deny attempt. If the Deny roll fails, the power still affects the original target, not the bearer of the Hood.
** Note that the rule specifically says '''friendly''' unit. You cannot, therefore, use a psychic hood to Deny a power targeted at an Ally of Convenience unit or use the hood to boost your odds of denying a blessing. Only units from an army that is Battle Brothers with the hood-bearer can benefit.
*Successfully denying a power that succeeded, but triggered Perils of the Warp, means the power does not activate but the casting psyker still ends up suffering the results of the Perils attack.
*Like with casting powers, any dice not used in Deny attempts are lost and wasted at the end of a given psychic phase.

== 5: Resolve Power ==
Unless otherwise stated, psychic powers with a duration last until the start of the Psyker’s next Psychic phase. The ongoing effects of any one particular power do not stack on the same unit, but benefits from different powers are cumulative. Unless otherwise stated, powers cannot modify characteristics above 10 or below 1 (or below 2, in the case of Leadership).

When a power summons a unit, it Deep Strikes within the power's maximum range; the new unit is under your control and is treated as having arrived from Reserves for all rules purposes. If the new unit suffers a Deep Strike mishap and ends up in Ongoing Reserves, it can Deep Strike anywhere on the board when it enters play. Summoned psykers cannot use summoning on the same turn they're summoned. Unless otherwise stated, summoned units have no upgrades and generate all random attributes (such as psyker powers) as soon as the power resolves. Summoned Chaos Daemons can take an Icon and/or Instrument of Chaos, and/or upgrade to a character, if their codex entry says they can (and they do it for free).

That covers Blessings (targets friendly unit(s)), Maledictions (targets enemy unit(s)), and Conjurations (summons a new unit).
*'''Witchfires'''
**Resolve as Shooting attacks (non-witchfires which affect an enemy unit do not), although because they happen in the Psychic phase, not the Shooting phase, Shooting phase specific consequences of shooting do not apply, such as preventing running. Note that this normally means the Psyker has to roll to hit or scatter using BS as normal unless the power is a Template or otherwise stated, although some sub-types of Witchfires subvert some of the shooting rules (see below), including needing to roll to hit. Per the Errata, a witchfire power which does not list a weapon profile hits automatically.
***'''''Focused'' Witchfires'''
****If this witchfire was cast using at least one more Warp Charge than it needed, its hits are ''Precision Shots''.
***'''''Profileless'' Witchfires'''
****A witchfire with no profile hits automatically, without needing to roll to hit.
***'''Beams'''
****Beams automatically hit, and, in a curiosity for WH40K, are usually offensive powers capable of hitting your own units. Choose a point within the power’s range and trace a 1mm thick line between the chosen point and the center of the Psyker’s base – [[Derp|this line cannot be drawn over any unit that is locked in combat]]. All units under the line [[AWESOME|(friend and foe)]] are hit, with the exception of Zooming Flyers, Swooping Flying Monstrous Creatures, and the Psyker himself (or his transport, if embarked on one). Each unit hit by the attack takes a number of hits equal to the number of models from that unit that are under the line. Only one unit that has a model under the line can attempt to Deny the Witch.
*****Note: Remember, beams are drawn from the CENTER of the casting model, unlike all other types of witchfire, so the range is shorter than you're used to.
***'''Novas'''
****A nova power automatically targets and hits all enemy units (including Flyers and Flying Monstrous Creatures) within the psychic power’s maximum range, regardless of line of sight, being locked in combat, intervening models/terrain and so on. Only one unit that is within the power’s maximum range can attempt to Deny the Witch.
*****Note that Nova powers are drawn from the edge of the Psyker's base with the range defining the circle's radius, so the diameter of the circle is double the power's range plus the diameter of the psyker's base, meaning a larger base can drastically increase the area under the power.

= Psychic Tactics=
So that's how you mind bullet, but what do you do with them?

Well the problem with tactics is some armies have the ability to bring a lot more psykers, and therefore warp charges than others.

Space marines for example can only bring two (assuming battle forged, single FOC) (why would you assume that when the Librarium formation is in the main codex?) level two psykers since their psykers are all HQ choices, while daemons can easily bring over ten warp charges a turn thanks to horrors.

Step one is to therefore consider how you and your opponent's mind bullets stack up to each other. If you have a clear lead in mental fire power you can afford to spread your charges thinner as your opponent won't be able to deny you as easily. If on the other hand the playing field is roughly even you need to play more carefully, while if you're completely outclassed pick one or two powers you really need to go off and spend all your charges on them, so that even with twice as many or more warp charges they can't completely deny you, although your psykers are likely to implode before the game is half over if you do it every turn, so pick your moments.

When casting powers, first budget what powers you need most to go off, (example: invisibility) then cast all your other powers in least to most importance before it. This way your opponent is forced to save his deny dice for either the big very important one or basically give you free reign in the phase. While that works if you're in the lead, and very useful if you're evenly matched in terms of warp charges since he might think he can spare the charges, it's much less effective if you're completely out classed since your opponent may have the charges to deny your final important power, and you won't have the power to force it though because you spent the charges on 'deny fodder' first.

That all said, the mere presence of a big power alters the flow of the phase a lot. Your opponent (or you, this goes both ways) now has to choose between saving his charges for the big one, or attempt to spend his charges denying all the little powers.

==General Psychic Tips==

*As a rule, Psychic Powers are innately unreliable, and require a lot of investment for them to pay off. While lucky rolls can give you a super-happy Psychic Deathstar of Doom, they generally support an army rather than define it.
*You get diminishing returns when investing in Psykers. Casting a basic power has a 50% chance of failure, which halves for each additional Warp Charge spent on the power. What this means is, as you take more psykers in your army, you gradually have fewer Warp Charges for each individual Psyker to use, as it is usually preferable to use some as power plants for the others.
**This is particularly true due to needing to roll for powers - you have no practical way for forcing your Psykers to know different powers, so as you add more, more and more of them will share more and more powers rather than adding to your power versatility, if that was your goal. Conversely, you can't guarantee the collisions except for Primaris powers, so adding more with the intent of spamming some power over and over will only work if you're trying to spam a Primaris.
*Some armies will take units simply to serve as secondary "batteries" for other casters, though they will weigh the costs of this accordingly. For example, if you want a unit of Terminators for your army, a unit of Grey Knight Terminators is ''more'' cost-effective than similar Terminator units, but their one WC point can only go towards buffing themselves in melee, and so it effectively gets farmed off to other Psykers with more dramatic powers. This is if you're running Terminators anyway/running Grey Knights anyway.
*Generally speaking, the three most popular core disciplines are [[Warhammer_40,000/Tactics/Psychic_101#Divination|Divination]], [[Warhammer_40,000/Tactics/Psychic_101#Malefic|Malefic Daemonology]], and [[Warhammer_40,000/Tactics/Psychic_101#Telepathy|Telepathy]]. They don't have any real "dud" powers and most will find use in nearly any game (rather than being conditionally awesome every other game), but most importantly, they have really good Primaris Powers.
**Psychic Shriek is a power with a wide potential for effects. On "average", it may inflict two wounds on an enemy unit, but when the dice are hot, it has the potential to one-shot a unit of Terminators, or a Monstrous Creature. It doesn't need to make a "To-Hit" roll, so you can occasionally use it to smack monsters out of the sky as well.
**Prescience is a no-frills power. Being able to reroll to-hit is very useful on nearly any unit.
**Summoning lets you bring more units into the game, though if your Psyker is not a Daemon you'll Peril like a motherfucker.
**You don't have to limit yourself to these disciplines, but they tend to be the safest starting off. Biomancy can be nice if you bank on rolling Iron Arm, and most armies have at least one good army-specific Discipline to work with (except Tyranids, alas), but you now run the risk of rolling an underwhelming power, and having to settle for a situationally usable Primaris ("I can penalize the Invulnerable Saves of Daemons..." "I'm playing Necrons." "Right...curses.")
*Biker Psykers are more than just a cute rhyme. They can give you a unique threat vector, due to the ability to move, cast powers, then turbo-boost to another position. The same can be said for Jump Packs and Flying Monstrous Creatures.
*Conjuration Powers are interesting. When 7th first came out, people theoryhammered about being able to Summon Horrors, who could summon more Horrors, but such armies never really materialized (ha!) as a threat. That said, Summoned units make good "bait"/threats that must be dealt with. Because you are dealing with Deep Strike, the units can end up away from your intended point of entry. Thus, it's ideal to summon "fast" units like Daemonettes/Flesh Hounds/Screamers, to correct any deviations.
*Feel No Pain is your best friend. It's the only "save" you're allowed against Perils and can really help a charge-heavy caster, especially a malefic summoner.

==Rules Interactions to Watch Out For==

*Beams do not target models or units, so are a good way to psychically murder something that cannot be targeted, such as Invisible enemy unit.
*Profileless Witchfires quite often ignore armor saves, but because they lack a profile, the wording is usually "ignores armor saves", not "AP2", which means you disregard rules based on the AP of the weapon - for example, [[Warhammer_40,000/Tactics/Tau(7E)#Special_Characters|Aun'Va]]'s Paradox will not trigger, and you similarly get no bonus to damaging vehicles as you would from an actual AP2 weapon.
*Because a specific model can only Deny the Witch when it or a nearby model friendly to it (in the case of a Librarian's Hood, for example) is affected by a power, Blessings are inherently more powerful than Maledictions in that they are harder to Deny, as no model will get to use its special rules on it.
*Chariots are the only vehicle that allows full casting from an embarked Psyker. All other vehicles, including buildings, only allow Witchfires, which means e.g. you can't cast a Blessing while embarked (unless embarked on a Chariot).
*Look Out, Sir works on Psychic powers just fine, including Profileless Witchfires, but it is triggered by allocating Wounds, so it can only be used if the Power inflicts wounds - for example, [[Warhammer_40,000/Tactics/Psychic_101#Tempestas_.28Space_Wolves.29|Jaws of the World Wolf]] Removes From Play without Wounding, so Look Out, Sir does not apply.
**Similar reasoning applies to Feel No Pain.

=Psychic Disciplines=

Remember that any power's specific rules can override the general rules. Witchfires of all types obey the general Shooting rules with some exceptions noted above; Blessings, Maledictions, and, of course, Conjurations do not. Note: whenever a power that targets enemies is listed below as targeting a "model" (typically this means it is a profileless witchfire), that means it targets a ''unit'', but its effects resolve against a single ''model'' "hit" by the power (typically the closest one to the caster as per usual shooting, or chosen by the caster if a focused witchfire which has paid for the focus). Beams target points on the table, not models or units (which is highly relevant for abilities that interact with targeting,such as Invisible enemy unit). As a reminder, a ''focused'' witchfire's hits are ''precise'' (attacker chooses the model(s) hit in the unit) if an additional warp charge is harnessed to pay for it; unlike variable cost powers, where you must choose the cost ahead of time, you may cast the power, discover you harnessed one more than you need, and get the benefit of the additional charge.

{| class="wikitable sortable" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"
|+ Summary of Power Types
! Type !! Friendly or Enemy? !! Rolls to Hit? !! Can target units locked in combat? !! Allows cover saves?
|-
! Blessing
| {{ColoredTruthCell|T|Friendly}} | {{ColoredTruthCell|F|No}} | {{ColoredTruthCell|T|Yes}} | {{ColoredTruthCell|F|No}}
|-
! Malediction
| {{ColoredTruthCell|F|Enemy}} | {{ColoredTruthCell|F|No}} | {{ColoredTruthCell|T|Yes}} | {{ColoredTruthCell|F|No}}
|-
! Witchfire (Focused or Not)
| {{ColoredTruthCell|F|Enemy}} | {{ColoredTruthCell|T|Yes}} | {{ColoredTruthCell|F|No}} | {{ColoredTruthCell|T|Yes}}
|-
! Witchfire (Focused or Not), Profileless
| {{ColoredTruthCell|F|Enemy}} | {{ColoredTruthCell|F|No}} | {{ColoredTruthCell|F|No}} | {{ColoredTruthCell|T|Yes}}
|-
! Witchfire (Nova)
| {{ColoredTruthCell|F|Enemy}} | {{ColoredTruthCell|F|No}} | {{ColoredTruthCell|T|Yes}} | {{ColoredTruthCell|T|Yes}}
|-
! Witchfire (Beam)
| {{ColoredTruthCell|B|Both}} | {{ColoredTruthCell|F|No}} | {{ColoredTruthCell|F|No (Beams do not target units, period, but the beam cannot be drawn across a unit locked in combat)}} | {{ColoredTruthCell|T|Yes}}
|}

==Rulebook Psychic Disciplines==

This section lists the psychic disciplines outlined in the general rulebook; they can be used by psykers from multiple Warhammer 40,000 armies.

===Force===
:;Overview
::Force counts as a Psychic power, but it does not actually belong to ''any'' discipline (so it does not count against Psychic Focus), nor does it count against how many powers you know. It is also not rolled for - a Psyker knows this power if and only if they carry a Force weapon. Remember, you need a warp charge to activate it, so don't go spending them all on mind bullets before you get the chance to activate it. Additionally, it can be denied (although it is a Blessing, so Denying it is difficult), and if your enemy has a lot more charges than you he might be able to pull it off, but it's unlikely he would spend the charges unless your psyker is looking at something he does not want to die.

{| class="wikitable sortable" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"
|+ Force
! Number !! Name !! Type !! Range !! Target !! Description !! Charges
|-
! data-sort-value=0 | Primaris !! Force
| Blessing || data-sort-value=0 | Self || Unit
| All Force weapons in the Psyker's unit gain Instant Death.
| 1
|}

===Biomancy===
:;Overview
::Biomancy is taken for two main reasons: You want to make your Psyker a fighter, or you're fishing for Endurance as part of a "Deathstar" build. For the former, it's usually better to attempt to buff a character that's already an acceptable fighter, rather than trying to make a weak unit suddenly awesome; Daemons in particular can get some excellent mileage from Biomancy, as (barring Blue Scribes), every character they have with access to it is at least Strength and Toughness 5. The Witchfires are acceptable if you have "one warp charge left", but they have a low rate of fire, and suffer from having to compete against Psychic Shriek.

{| class="wikitable sortable" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"
|+ Biomancy Powers
! Number !! Name !! Type !! Range !! Target !! Description !! Charges
|-
! data-sort-value=0 | Primaris !! Smite
| Witchfire || 18 || Unit
| {{40k-Ranged-Weapon-Profile|range=18|strength=4|ap=2|type=Assault|rof=4}} All things considered, this is not a bad power, particularly if you get it by Psychic Focus so you get it free. Is largely superior to a plasmagun against infantry since it has two more shots without gets hot, but it lacks life leech's wound-regaining power. One of the better mind bullet powers.
| 1
|-
! 1 !! Iron Arm
| Blessing || data-sort-value=0 | Self || Model
| Iron Arm is a tricky power for some, and OP bullshit for others. It buffs your strength and toughness by +3 and grants Smash. What makes it tricky is that it's only good in assault or if your model/unit (if a Brotherhood) is by itself. When in a unit, you wound on majority toughness, so being toughness 7 does not help if the tactical squad your lib is running with is four (hint: challenges), and if you're by yourself then you have to weather an entire unit's worth of shooting, and, of course, to get the most out of the strength buff you need to run with an assault unit. That all said, it is very powerful, but getting the most out of it is tricky. Everything I just said can be thrown out the window if you're already [[Mephiston|very]] [[Daemon Prince|strong]] and [[Great Unclean One|tough]], and if you already planned to use your psyker in an aggressive, assaulting way.
| 1
|-
! 2 !! Enfeeble
| Malediction || 24 || Unit
| Target suffers -1 S and T and treats all terrain as dangerous terrain. Dangerous terrain is not that useful, though that one time he fails a save would be funny to watch, but the nerf to strength and especially toughness are very handy. Aside from just making things vulnerable to the general damage it also lowers their Instant Death threshold, so have a nice time instagibbing Crisis battlesuits with plasma, exploding nob bikers with krak missiles or even evaporating MCs with a single Vindicator shot. Remember that by default all dangerous terrain is difficult terrain.
| 1
|-
! 3 !! Life Leech
| Witchfire || 18 || Unit
| {{40k-Ranged-Weapon-Profile|range=18|strength=6|ap=2|type=Assault|rof=2}} What makes this handy is that when you inflict a wound, you can cause either the psyker or a model within 6 inches to regain a wound. Better use this on your psyker; given how most of the Perils strip wounds off, the ability to get them back can be a life-saver.
| 1
|-
! 4 !! Warp Speed
| Blessing || data-sort-value=0 | Self || Model
| Remember what we said about Iron Arm? Take all of that, and put it here as well. Giving the psyker +3 attacks and initiative while also granting fleet, this is a power that only works in the assault, more than Iron Arm even, though fleet does help you get there a bit faster. Be careful, though; three more initiative does not cancel out ''Unwieldy'' axes that go last. Like Iron Arm, useful, but to get the most out of it you need to be already planning to punch faces with your psyker so you can properly kit him out. An ML2 Librarian with a Power Sword that rolls this ''plus'' Iron Arm can essentially solo entire MEQ squads before they know what hit them.
| 1
|-
! 5 !! Endurance
| Blessing || 24 || Unit
| This power grants a unit 4+ Feel No Pain, Relentless, and Eternal Warrior. Wowza, the ability to rapid fire a target then charge it, with a 4+ Feel No Pain and Eternal Warrior is nasty! Use this on squads with big weapons to get them into position, or a troop choice to make them hold no matter what. It can be used to help a squad that can not normally assault help get the attached psyker into CQC to get the most out of Iron Arm or Warp Speed.
| 2
|-
! 6 !! Haemorrhage
| Witchfire (Focused) (Profileless) || 18 || Model
| {{40k-Ranged-Weapon-Profile|range=18|strength=-|ap=2|type=Assault|rof=1|rules=Ignores Cover}} The model hit must take two toughness tests or suffer a wound which ignores armor and cover for each failure. If the model dies, a randomly selected nearby enemy model within 2" needs to test toughness ''once'' or die; this continues until a model passes. Not the best power, but with two chances to kill a single wound model you have a decent chance of sniping heavy weapons or sarges out of a unit. Still, not worth two charges UNLESS you have Enfeeble, then you have a chance to make low toughness blobs melt. This power gets exponentially better the lower the number of wounds and toughness value of the target is: on average, assuming one wound models with no invuln saves or FNP, 0.37 on T5, 0.83 on T4, 1.5 on T3, 2.67 on T2, 5.83 on T1. Because of this, all in all you will most likely need more than 2 warp charges to get the most out of it: either you'll have to cast Enfeeble to stand a chance at doing real damage, or you will need those 3 successes to be able to choose your target and not just kill some scrubs. Any other source of Toughness debuffs you can bring, such as an Inquisitor with rad grenades (who can also be a Biomancy psyker, if you like), can also greatly help this power.
| 2
|}

===Divination===
:;Overview
::Divination is a powerful Discipline to have, simply because it gives you protection against a bad die roll ruining your game-plan. While all of them help protect you in some way, it's clear to see that more people want Prescience, Perfect Timing, Forewarning, and Foreboding more than the others, if only because their uses are the most direct ones.

{| class="wikitable sortable" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"
|+ Divination Powers
! Number !! Name !! Type !! Range !! Target !! Description !! Charges
|-
! data-sort-value=0 | Primaris !! Prescience
| Blessing || 12 || Unit
| Target can re-roll to hit, regardless of context. If you've ever played a game of 40K with a Divination Psyker, you know what a boon this is, and the Psychic Focus makes any Divination-based psyker become worth it.
| 2
|-
! 1 !! Foreboding
| Blessing || data-sort-value=0 | Self || Unit
| Grants Counter-Attack and allows them to Overwatch at full BS (though anything that can't overwatch still can't). Overall nothing to argue with, as this gives you a better chance at mulching anything that charges you. The issue is that most armies nowadays are focused on shooting, so you have a good chance of never actually being charged, making this power possibly useless.
| 1
|-
! 2 !! Forewarning
| Blessing || 12 || Unit
| Grants a 4++ Invulnerable save. It's basically Azrael's helmet of trolling in a 1WC package, and gives anything with worse saves than Termies insurance against high AP weapons, or makes blobs hair-rendingly difficult to remove.
| 1
|-
! 3 !! Perfect Timing
| Blessing || data-sort-value=0 | Self || Unit
| The Psyker and his unit have Ignores Cover on their weapons. Use it on weapons you know will kill them and be assured that they'll be wiped! Also works on jink saves. Be warned, however, that it only affects the psyker's unit, so if you roll this power, consider reattaching your psyker to a squad that can make use of it.
| 1
|-
! 4 !! Precognition
| Blessing || data-sort-value=0 | Self || Model
| A much more advanced form of Prescience, this gives your Psyker (and ONLY your Psyker) re-rolls to hit, re-rolls to wound, and re-rolls on any saving throws. It sounds really useful, and it is, but compare being able to buff one model to a unit and you see that, while good, it's not the most useful power here. Of course, just like with Biomancy self-buffing powers, if your psyker is already a scary solo model that can rip apart tanks and shit, giving him a re-roll on (almost) everything is massively awesome. With a psyker with a 2+ armor save, you can actually get a lot of mileage out of having them use this power while in the front of a unit to tank wounds. A 2+ re-rollable is tough to crack with volume of fire, and in a situation where you can actually up the psyker's invul save, will work against low-AP weapons as well, or for the more nervous among us, can be easily look-out-sir'd to someone in the unit if your psyker is in danger of getting insta-death'd.
| 1
|-
! 5 !! Misfortune
| Malediction || 24 || Unit
| Makes it so that any attacks against the target get rending. This sounds epic on paper, and if you're willing to throw enough dice at a target, it can be epic, but notice the important part of that sentence, "enough dice". You need to have all the pieces set up before hand to get the most out of it. Say, cast it on a Land Raider just before you open up with six autocannons, or on a Terminator squad or a Rhino before you fire 50 lasguns into it. Using it just to nerf an enemy unit that is only going to get shot at by only one other unit (unless that single unit has a LOT of shots) is just not the best use of this power.
| 2
|-
! 6 !! Scrier's Gaze
| Blessing || data-sort-value=0 | Self || Model
| Allows you to re-roll reserves, outflanking, and mysterious objectives. Also, you can drop one Tactical Objective card and draw another. Scrier's Gaze fits into that rather odd category of being a "meta advantage"; it does not help you fight better, but it helps you (the player, not the dudes) play the mission better. It's not really helpful in the conventional sense, but it can allow some good rescues.
| 2
|}

===Pyromancy===
:;Overview
::Pyromancy is good for only one thing: melting light infantry hordes. Orks, Guardsmen, Tyranids, Daemons maybe. Thanks to the ability to squeeze out more than one witchfire a turn, this power could unleash a lot of hurt. Not the first choice for disciplines, but a decent secondary if you're fighting low armor save cover campers and blobs. Additionally, for those really interested in indulging in fiery fantasies of destruction, consider taking a Salamanders Librarian. They can take, if using their chapter tactics, a book that provides the Molten Beam power, and +1 strength on all the Witch Fires listed below.
::;Soul Blaze
:::This rule comes up a lot in Pyromancy, so it's worth explaining here. If an unmarked unit takes at least one unsaved wound with Soul Blaze, mark it with something. At the end of each turn, roll a die for each marked unit. On 1-3 the unit is not marked anymore; on 4+, the unit takes D3 S4, Ap5 hits (randomly allocated) with Ignores Cover. This means the expected number of ''hits'' at the end of a turn is 1 (which must then get past toughness, armor/invuln, and feel no pain), while the expected number over ''infinite'' turns is 2. Commonly considered useless.

{| class="wikitable sortable" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"
|+ Pyromancy Powers
! Number !! Name !! Type !! Range !! Target !! Description !! Charges
|-
! data-sort-value=0 | Primaris !! Flame Breath
| Witchfire || data-sort-value=8 | Template || Unit
| {{40k-Ranged-Weapon-Profile|range=Template|strength=5|ap=4|type=Assault|rof=1|rules=Soul Blaze}} It's a Soul Blaze heavy flamer. Not much to add. Eats anything short of a Space Marine and is inferior to the actual weapon. Strictly worse than [[Warhammer_40,000/Tactics/Psychic_101#Runes_of_Battle|Destructor/Renewer]].
| 1
|-
! 1 !! Fiery Form
| Blessing || data-sort-value=0 | Self || Model
| The psyker gains a 4+ Invulnerable save, their melee attacks have Soul Blaze and they may re-roll failed to-wound rolls for all subsequent Pyromancy psychic powers they manifest. Not as good as some of the Biomancy self buffs (what is?), but this isn't a bad power just before the Psyker gets stuck in. Unlike a lot of powers like it, this one does some good while not in close combat since your other Pyromancy powers get more reliable.
| 1
|-
! 2 !! Fire Shield
| Blessing || 24 || Unit
| Grants a 4+ cover save and all enemy units in 6" treat all terrain as Dangerous Terrain. 4+ is good, Stealth turns it to 3+ before you go to ground. A useful buff spell.
| 1
|-
! 3 !! Spontaneous Combustion
| Witchfire (Focused) (Profileless) || 18 || Model
| {{40k-Ranged-Weapon-Profile|range=18|strength=6|ap=3|type=Assault|rof=1|rules=Soul Blaze}} If the unlucky model dies, he turns into a strength five AP4 blast marker with Ignores Cover and Soul Blaze. Good at taking out cover camping wimps. Unlike with other focused witchfires, don't try and snipe heavy weapons out; go for models that can get you a cluster of hits with the blast.
| 1
|-
! 4 !! Sunburst
| Witchfire (Nova) || 9 || Unit
| {{40k-Ranged-Weapon-Profile|range=9|strength=4|ap=5|type=Assault|rof=2D6|rules=Nova, Ignores Cover, Soul Blaze}} Remember that novas hit each different unit in range independently, so that's 2D6 hits per target. Also remember that the range is the radius of the power; you actually have an 18 + <base size> inch diameter area of burning. Get your psyker into place and cook lightly armored infantry.
| 1
|-
! 5 !! Inferno
| Witchfire || 24 || Unit
| {{40k-Ranged-Weapon-Profile|range=24|strength=4|ap=5|type=Assault|rof=1|rules=Blast, Ignores Cover, Soul Blaze}} A light infantry cooker. I'm sensing a theme here...
| 2
|-
! 6 !! Molten Beam
| Witchfire (Beam) || 12 || Unit
| {{40k-Ranged-Weapon-Profile|range=12|strength=8|ap=1|type=Assault|rof=1|rules=Beam, Melta}} Gott im Himmel! It's a psychic meltagun. With some really good luck you could explode maybe two tanks or three Terminators if you line it up right. The issue with this power is that it's only really good against tanks, and usually the reason you're rolling for Pyromancy powers in the first place is because you have vehicles covered by something else, and you need something to cook light infantry.
| 2
|}

===Telekinesis===
:;Overview
::With generally high strength, Telekinesis is trying to be the anti-tank power set, and three powers do just that (although one does it shakily). One other power's pretty worthless against anything but a horde in the open, and there are two support powers. This is not exactly an all-purpose set of powers and, like Pyromancy, they not strong enough to be used by themselves. Telekinesis is a decent backup to another, more powerful discipline. All in all a pretty mixed bag.

{| class="wikitable sortable" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"
|+ Telekinesis Powers
! Number !! Name !! Type !! Range !! Target !! Description !! Charges
|-
! data-sort-value=0 | Primaris !! Assail
| Witchfire (Beam) || 18 || Unit
| {{40k-Ranged-Weapon-Profile|range=18|strength=6|ap=-|type=Assault|rof=1|rules=Beam, Strikedown}} Quick recap on what Strikedown does: it means the targets you hit have to move through difficult terrain next turn, regardless of whether they saved the wounds or not. Definitely worth smacking up some units with this if you want to keep them from an objective or stop a charge to buy yourself another turn to shoot them. No AP means this power has trouble killing things reliably.
| 1
|-
! 1 !! Crush
| Witchfire (Focused) (Profileless) || 18 || Model
| {{40k-Ranged-Weapon-Profile|range=18|strength=2D6|ap=1D6|type=Assault|rof=1}} Rolls of 11 or 12 for strength auto-wound, or penetrate if the target is a vehicle. Worth it? Well, if you think you like your luck or bother running Flash Gitz, then give it a try. With an average strength of 7, this can penetrate a transport, but without an AP of 1 or 2 exploding it is impossible. Though if you're relying on this very random psychic attack to destroy vehicles, you probably have bigger problems to sort out.
| 1
|-
! 2 !! Objuration Mechanicum
| Malediction || 24 || Unit
| Target has Gets Hot! on their guns, and vehicles take an automatic Strength 1 Haywire hit. This is very useful for dealing with flyers and vehicle squadrons, especially squadrons of 2HP vehicles (Landspeeders, Killa Kans, Warwalkers, Vipers, Pirahnas and so on), and even more so if they pack a lot of non-twin-linked dakka to kill themselves with Gets Hot! glances, since they will only need one after they get Haywired. And since psychic powers don't count as shooting they can't even Jink against it. Haywire for everyone! This is obviously meant to nail hordes of low-BS units. Mathammer-wise, Orks or Guardsmen firing at T4 targets would deal as many wounds to themselves as to their targets before saves are made, wiping out up to 30% of their own squad in one volley (with shootas and first rank fire, respectively). This power can also be painful for more elite units that rely on the [[Dakka|volume of fire]], like Swooping Hawks, Scourges, Venoms or Leman Russ Punishers. And when it comes to Overwatching under the effects of Objuration Mechanicum...well, chances are they would take double or triple the damage they would deal to your units.
| 1
|-
! 3 !! Shockwave
| Witchfire (Nova) || 9 || Unit
| {{40k-Ranged-Weapon-Profile|range=9|strength=4|ap=-|type=Assault|rof=2D6|rules=Nova, Pinning}} Powerful against swarms, but that lack of AP renders it useless against anything else. Although, if you get a good roll on how many hits it inflicts, it could be hard for medium or even heavy infantry to make all the saves. Compare with Sanctic Daemonology's or Pyromancy's far superior Novas that trade Pinning for AP, Ignores Cover, and higher strength.
| 1
|-
! 4 !! Levitation
| Blessing || data-sort-value=0 | Self || Unit
| A new blessing that shows how cheesy this edition got. This makes the Psyker and his unit (unless they're Zooming, Swooping, or in combat) move 12", ignoring terrain or other units. However, starting or landing in Dangerous Terrain means taking a test, and you can't charge afterwards. Remember, powers are used after moving, so if you're already in a jump squad you can jump in the movement phase and then in the psychic phase for a 24 inch move. Dark Eldar be jealous. Your first idea would be to use it to get into combat faster, but you cannot charge out of teleport, so you'd be sitting ducks for an entire turn, much like with Deep Strike. Better uses would be jumping away from a close combat unit, jumping close in order to flamer, melta or rapid fire a target to death, jumping behind vehicles to lay some painful dakka on their rear armor or claim objectives (especially useful on Maelstrom). To sum it up, a great power to move elite specialist weapons like Chosen or Sternguard or relentless heavy weapons like Centurions exactly where they're needed.
| 1
|-
! 5 !! Telekine Dome
| Blessing || data-sort-value=0 | Self || Model
| Gives everyone within 12" of the psyker a 5++ against shooting. Is it useful? Ask an Ork player if he would ever field an army without at least one KFF. If your guys have 5+ or 6+ saves, this thing is great, and even if they're MEQs, you can fit more squads under that 12" bubble to ensure they won't be ass-raped by those low-AP blasts everyone tends to spam nowadays. Note that you might have 5+ cover saves often enough that taking this power would be redundant, unless you're facing a lot of template/ignore cover shooting, and that this power, at 2 warp charges, is overpriced and largely inferior to a Dark Angels power field generator or the aforementioned KFF.
| 2
|-
! 6 !! Psychic Maelstrom
| Witchfire || 12 || Unit
| {{40k-Ranged-Weapon-Profile|range=12|strength=10|ap=1|type=Assault|rof=1|rules=Large Blast, Barrage}} Basically your own pocket Demolisher cannon. With a large blast, this is arguably better than the D strength Vortex of Doom in Sanctic Daemonology. Whatever you throw this on, it WILL get hurt if it hits. Generally, a proper Vindicator/Medusa/Demolisher is a better bet, since you need to sink 7 warp charges to make it work reliably (and even then, your psyker is likely to suffer Perils of the Warp), and those warp charges aren't cheap. Though you are gaining the benefits of survivability and mobility, since your psyker can hide inside METAL BOXES, some infantry blob or even fly on daemonic wigs, raining pipe plates of death on the poor chaps below. Note that if you're an Eldar player using a Farseer, Eldritch Storm is a superior power to this in every way except AP.
| 3
|}

===Telepathy===
:;Overview
::Telepathy is a generally powerful support discipline. The exceptional Primaris and two incredibly powerful defensive Blessings (one of which is considered overpowered by a lot of players) alone make it worth rolling for. The other powers are more situational due to being based on overloading your opponent with Leadership checks, but they become increasingly dangerous if you have access to reliable Leadership debuffs.

{| class="wikitable sortable" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"
|+ Telepathy Powers
! Number !! Name !! Type !! Range !! Target !! Description !! Charges
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! data-sort-value=0 | Primaris !! Psychic Shriek
| Witchfire (Profileless) || 18 || Unit
| {{40k-Ranged-Weapon-Profile|range=18|strength=-|ap=2|type=Assault|rof=1|rules=Ignores Cover}} Roll 3D6 and subtract the hit unit's Leadership. It takes the difference in wounds. MAKES ME WANNA WAIL!! Best used on small, elite squads or monsters on whom those wounds will hurt more. Demons with very low Leadership will also suffer from this a lot. All witchfires generally have to roll to hit, but not this one, because it really has no profile (AP2 is listed because "no armor saves may be taken"), so you can totally scream Flyrants off the board. For reference, your expected wounds against leadership 7 through 10 are 3.61, 2.78, 2.04, and 1.42, before invulnerable saves or feel no pain; this is roughly equivalent to a BS 5, Poisoned (2+), AP2, Assault 5.2/4/3/2 Ignores Cover weapon, respectively. However, remember that it ''does not roll to hit'', and so will, for example, hit a unit with Invisibility up.
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! 1 !! Dominate
| Malediction || 24 || Unit
| If the target wants to move, cast powers, shoot (including Overwatch), run, or charge they have to pass a Leadership test. Generally speaking, most units will pass the test, but should some unlucky Crisis Suit or named Character fail even once, then the once would be enough. This is mainly a psychological tool, though. At some point, your enemy might simply leave the unit alone instead of making ''yet another'' Leadership test. Do note that this does not affect casting psychic powers and making some exotic moves, like jetpack/jetbike JSJ moves, flat out move, or different kinds of teleportation (GK interceptors, warp spiders, levitation, etc.).
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! 2 !! Mental Fortitude
| Blessing || 24 || Unit
| Makes a friendly unit immediately regroup if it was falling back and become Fearless. Rather simple for a blessing; go to ground one turn and get them to stand up to shoot the next.
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! 3 !! Terrify
| Malediction || 24 || Unit
| Like an evil twin to Mental Fortitude, it has a 24" range and inflicts -1 Leadership on one target, who then has to pass a Morale test at the end of the phase, and makes them treat all enemy units as having the Fear special rule. Use this before you cast Psychic Shriek for best results. Be VERY careful with this; you do not want a unit to run away from you and put you out of rapid fire range. Also note the morale test is independent of the Fear rule, so units that normally don't have to worry about Fear (such as any of the 12 types of Space Marines) still have to pass a morale test or leg it.
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! 4 !! Shrouding
| Blessing || data-sort-value=0 | Self || Model
| Grants all friendly models within 6" of the Psyker (including himself) the Shrouded special rule. Like some other powers, the issue with this one is that to affect more than one unit you have to bunch up your army a bit. Even so, with only 6" you're likely to only get two units anyway since you only need one model in range to affect the whole unit. A nice power; remember that you only need one model in a unit to have Shrouded for the whole unit to have Shrouded.
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! 5 !! Invisibility
| Blessing || 24 || Unit
| Makes it so all shots taken at the target are treated as snap shots (i.e., anyone shooting at them does so at BS1) and they can only be hit on a 6 in close combat. It sounds simple enough, but remember, you can't snap fire blasts and templates. This is the worst power in the whole game, not because it's bad, but because it's too good. This leads to Deathstars everywhere because on top of only hitting on sixes, you then need to get through whatever armor, cover saves, or invulnerable saves they may have. Ridiculously cheesy. There are not a lot of counters since most options such as line makers just can't be snap fired. You could use beams to hit nearby units and just happen to aim them though the invisible unit. Maledictions and Novas still work since they don't roll to hit. Your best option, however, is to Deny the Witch this thing with every warp charge die you have. That is not a polite suggestion. DO IT! However, as of 2015 the new Skitarii Cognis weapons snap fire at BS2, and the Rhino Primaris allows a unit to snap-shoot at full Ballistic Skill. The best counters to this power, by far.
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! 6 !! Hallucination
| Malediction || 24 || Unit
| Roll a D6 on the table to determine what happens to the target. On a 1-2, the unit must take a Pinning test. On a 3-4, the unit reduces their Weapon Skill, Ballistic Skill, Initiative and Attacks by 1 to a minimum of 1. On a 5-6, a randomly determined character model in the unit suffers a number of Strength 3 hits equal to the number of other models in the unit; if no such character model is available, treat this as a 3-4 result instead. While none of these are particularly bad, they're not very good either. Only 3-4 and 5-6 are useful. 5-6 might strip a wound off a character through sheer volume of hits; make that warboss pay for leading 30 boyz!
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===Daemonology===
A few notes about Sanctic and Malefic before we start. Unlike the other powers that peril only on a double six, these powers peril on any double unless you're a Grey Knight (who can only use Sanctic) or a Daemon (ditto but for Malefic). This means your psyker is much more likely to implode and will do so much faster if not from these armies, so think carefully if the risk is worth it.
====Sanctic====
:;Overview
::Generally speaking, Sanctic Daemonology is used for building a better Deathstar. The reason for this is simple: All the Blessings in this Discipline directly target the Psyker's unit. Hammerhand makes them hit harder, Sanctuary makes them harder to kill, and Gate of Infinity gives them protection against being tarpitted. Round this off with two two "High Risk/High Reward" Witchfires for good effect. The main weaknesses of this Discipline are that it doesn't do much to benefit MSU builds, it has a very situational Primaris, and it has a good chance of blowing up your caster. Of note is that a lot of these powers were originally unique to Grey Knights back in 5th edition. They remain the only army that can use these powers without suffering Perils on any double roll, and many of their units get "fixed" powers on this table, allowing you a surprising degree of reliability in using this discipline.

{| class="wikitable sortable" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"
|+ Sanctic Daemonology Powers
! Number !! Name !! Type !! Range !! Target !! Description !! Charges
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! data-sort-value=0 | Primaris !! Banishment
| Malediction || 24 || Unit (Daemon)
| Can only be used on units with the Daemon special rule. This will reduce the Daemon's Invulnerable save by 1 (So the basic 5+ Daemon Invulnerable becomes a 6+). It's a situational power at best, only really useful when dealing with Malefic Psykers who summon Daemons and/or Daemons themselves. Although far more situational, this can be absolutely horrific to a Daemon player who was unlucky enough to already have their invulnerable save reduced by 1 by rolling 4 on the Warp Storm table. Watch your Daemon opponent sob and grovel as you widdile down their Great Unclean One or destroy a squad of Bloodletters in one Shooting Phase since they have no more saves except maybe FNP or Warp-Forged Armor.
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! 1 !! Gate of Infinity
| Blessing || data-sort-value=0 | Self || Unit
| Allows a single unit that isn't swooping or zooming to Deep Strike anywhere. Of course, this is your fabulous [[Desert Fangs|SURPRISE FUCKERS!]] However, remember the 1d4chan advice for deep striking: you want to be able to survive a turn of shooting, and assault troops are going to get shot up before they can do their thing. Best done with a tough shooting squad or something you're willing to [[DISTRACTION CARNIFEX]] with.
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! 2 !! Hammerhand
| Blessing || data-sort-value=0 | Self || Unit
| Grants the caster and his unit +2 Strength. You remember how it was back in 3rd edition when you still had [[Daemonhunters]]? Yeah, it's like that. While obviously best done before getting stuck in, you might consider using it defensively. E.g. "Do you ''really'' want to charge my strength six Assault Marines?" On the down side, this power has the same issue as Iron Arm and Warp Speed: unless you were already planning to run the Psyker with a squad made to punch faces, then you're not getting the most out of this power.
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! 3 !! Sanctuary
| Blessing || data-sort-value=0 | Self || Unit
| The caster and his unit gain +1 to their Invulnerable save. If the unit does not have an Invulnerable save, they gain a 6++. Additionally, all Daemons (allies and enemies) within 12" of the caster treat all terrain including open ground as Dangerous Terrain. This is mostly helpful in buffing preexisting Invulnerable saves, since conferring an unreliable 6++ is practically a waste of Warp Charges; though it could be helpful in preserving ''hopefully'' enough troops in your blobs if you plan on using it as a [[Tarpit]] or to drown a priority target in armor saves. Conversely, it's helpful against daemon hordes especially if combo'd with Banishment, as putting it on just a few units placed ahead of the main body of army can mean seeing lots of daemons disappear as they move ahead to engage your troops, as well as seeing a blob of daemons get ruined because they had the balls to charge you. Just bear in mind that Assault Terminators with a 2++ is likely to lose you friends.
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! 4 !! Purge Soul
| Witchfire (Focused) (Profileless) || 24 || Model
| {{40k-Ranged-Weapon-Profile|range=24|strength=-|ap=2|type=Assault|rof=1|rules=Ignores Cover}} Both your psyker and the hit model must roll a D6 and add Leadership to the roll. If the enemy loses, he takes a wound (with only Invuln and FNP allowed). Overall, it's low risk, low reward. While not a waste of warp charges, it's not the most effective use, and they could and probably should be spent elsewhere. Almost always strictly worse than [[Warhammer_40,000/Tactics/Psychic_101#Telepathy|Psychic Shriek]], which will do more wounds, on average, regardless of caster and target. Use it to zap special weapons or squad leaders, it won't do much against enemy HQs as they usually have better/equal leadership and an extra save.
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! 5 !! Cleansing Flame
| Witchfire (Nova) || 9 || Unit
| {{40k-Ranged-Weapon-Profile|range=9|strength=5|ap=4|type=Assault|rof=2D6|rules=Nova, Ignores Cover, Soulblaze}} This can destroy anything with armor weaker than a Marine, and a lot of them, if you get your psyker in the right place. Refer back to power one. If you get them both, engage your troll face.
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! 6 !! Vortex of Doom
| Witchfire || 12 || Unit
| {{40k-Ranged-Weapon-Profile|range=12|strength=D|ap=1|type=Assault|rof=1|rules=Blast, Vortex}} High risk, high reward. Failing the test to manifest this power automatically causes Perils of the Warp. DEVASTATION. EVERYWHERE. Given it's a small blast, aim for monsters and tanks. Troops are tempting, but if they're fully spaced out you'll have trouble getting the most out of this. Don't forget that this is Vortex, so the blast template is very likely to wander the field uncontrollably until the end of the game, eating random units it lands on, so never cast it near the bulk of your own army. Since this requires three charges, you'll have to use a lot of dice to get it to work reliably, and since Daemonology causes Perils on any double roll, and not just double sixes, your psyker is almost guaranteed to fry his brain while attempting this. You need some serious psychic boons and some dire circumstances for this shit to be worth it. As it has the vortex special rule, it will jump around the board every turn until doubles are rolled for the scatter distance.
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====Malefic====
:;Overview
::There's a reason most armies don't use this; it's a major sink for your Warp Charges. Unless you can ensure that you've got a lot of them (which Daemons really can do, hence [[The Ultimate Chaos Daemons Cheese List|this]]. although the core strategy used in that list no longer works) don't be expecting to make clusterfucks appear at a whim. But if you do have a ton of Warp Charges to throw around, you may be able to make your army double in size in a couple of turns. '''However''', even if you do, realize that using your entire army to make more army doesn't actually accomplish anything (unless you plopped a new scoring unit on a tactical objective, anyway); at some point you need to stop recursing and ''actually kill the enemy''. Sacrifice is effective enough on its own to cast at every opportunity, but you can bet your ass that the enemy can clear off (or at least cripple) a Summoned unit with a smaller point investment than you used to get those 6-8 dice. Used mindlessly you ''will'' get out-paced, but used surgically you can make even the best opponents tear their hair out.

{| class="wikitable sortable" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"
|+ Malefic Daemonology Powers
! Number !! Name !! Type !! Range !! Target !! Description !! Charges
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! data-sort-value=0 | Primaris !! Summoning
| Conjuration || 12 || None
| Summons one of the following within 12 inches of the user: 10 Bloodletters, 10 Pink Horrors, 10 Plaguebearers, 10 Daemonettes, 5 Flesh Hounds, 3 Flamers, 3 Nurgling Swarms, 5 Seekers. The reason this was used was because of the massive clusterfuck you could make with this, since Horrors are psykers and could get Summoning as well so you could summon psykers to summon psykers to summon psykers, repeat ad nauseam. This is currently FAQed away, as "new" Horrors don't get Daemonology; there is [[skub|no explanation]] what the FAQ means by "new", but Horrors conjured by this power seem to unequivocally qualify. As a result, there are ''two'' big limits to the use of this power. The first is obvious: who the hell has that many horror models? The second is that you're summoning ML1 horrors with access to ''only'' the Change discipline. Since they do have mind bullets, they now have more kick, but even with this buff it does not change the fact that the daemon swarm is just not that good. If you're at home using Daemons as lackeys then don't go overboard on summoning. Do it to get reinforcements, but the 'bacterial swarm' is best used for the occasional fun list with a lot of proxy models. See below this chart for further notes on Summoning.
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! 1 !! Cursed Earth
| Blessing || data-sort-value=0 | Self || Model
| All models with the Daemon special rule (allied and enemy) within 12 inches of the user gain +1 to their Invulnerable save and do not scatter when Deep Striking within range of the user. If you have a good blob unit or deathstar, then this power will go a long way in allowing them to survive a little further. Use with the chaos demon Grimoire for a 2+ invulnerable (and with Tzeentch daemons to make it re-rollable; the infamous "Screamerstar"). Also, be careful: to get the most out of this your daemons have to be within 12" of the caster, meaning you have to bunch up a bit. Not a deal breaker thanks to the higher invulnerable, but something to remember. Also remember that this power applies to enemies with the Daemon rule, too. So yeah, that's one thing not to cast if you're facing down an Avatar of Khaine. If you have a bunch of daemons already this will probably draw every remaining die your enemy can throw at it in a mad attempt to Deny it. Don't let them, either by draining their pool first with frivolous bullshit or by throwing enough dice at it that denial is unlikely. Or, use it as the bait for something else, like an unholy barrage of beams and witchfires the enemy is now powerless to stop.
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! 2 !! Dark Flame
| Witchfire || data-sort-value=20 | Torrent || Unit
| {{40k-Ranged-Weapon-Profile|range=Torrent|strength=4|ap=5|type=Assault|rof=1|rules=Torrent, Soul Blaze}} It's a fierce weapon, so...yeah, not a bad power, but nothing compared to the utility of Cursed Earth, and there are better psychic shooting attacks.
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! 3 !! Infernal Gaze
| Witchfire (Beam) || 18 || Unit
| {{40k-Ranged-Weapon-Profile|range=18|strength=3|ap=4|type=Assault|rof=1|rules=Beam, Armourbane, Fleshbane}} Use of this power comes with a penchant for red sunglasses and disrespecting your hot, psychic wife. Absolute PAIN on any infantry it hits. However, it is only ONE hit, so it won't be killing legions of Spehss Mehreens or hordes of chittering gaunts (unless they're conga dancing). What it WILL do, though, is seriously mess up any priority target you set your eyes upon. Best ignore anything other than infantry though. Even though it's got Armourbane, S3 is so low that it is nowhere near reliable against any vehicle and generally not worth the dice.
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! 4 !! Sacrifice
| Conjuration || 6 || None
| Summons a Herald of your choice (with up to 30 points' worth of wargear options) within 6 inches of the user. However, the user or another friendly unit in range suffers a single wound with no saves allowed (so FNP works, as usual). Don't expect it to survive for long on its own, so you'd better summon some mooks to help him survive. This is a slick little power to have on hand if you get blindsided or if you bite off more than you can chew. For instance, sudden combat with an overzealous challenge character? Bring in a Herald of Khorne with an Axe of Khorne and show him what's what. My favorite trick is to summon a bunch of Tzeentch Heralds on Disks over the course of the game who turbo to hiding spots all over the board only to emerge turns 5-7 as needed to contest and take objectives. The Imperial Knight formation that has people in a tizzy has almost no defense against this trick as they have nearly no Objective Secured. Also, for the love of the Emperor, be polite and have some Heralds pre-kitted before the game starts so you don't have to hunt in the codex for a few minutes in the middle of the game to see your options. Like Cursed Earth, this draws Deny aggro like nobody's business. If you need it to go off, throw at least 3 dice at it; otherwise, it makes great bait so you can cast everything else with impunity.
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! 5 !! Incursion
| Conjuration || 12 || None
| Summons one of the following within 12 inches of the user: 3 Bloodcrushers, 3 Screamers, 3 Plague Drones, 3 Fiends. This generally isn't used for much unless you're planning to cheese your way to an infinite Screamerstar, or you're looking for some Distraction Daemons. While you shouldn't forget about this if you get it, if you're gonna get the Primaris anyway due to psychic focus, then the limited use will mean you won't cast this all that often. Bonus points: summon three screamers next to your enemy's Land Raider and watch him devote untold forces to getting rid of them.
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! 6 !! Possession
| Conjuration || 6 || None
| Summons a Greater Daemon of your choice within 6 inches, and removes the user as a casualty. (If the user was part of a unit with a Brotherhood of Psykers/Sorcerers, the whole unit is removed.) If the Psychic test to manifest this power fails, the user automatically suffers Perils of the Warp. (Just imagine the look on your opponent's face when your otherwise useless Wyrdvane Psykers explode into a Bloodthirster. Or your Lord of Change, on his last wound, [[Oinkbane|explodes into a new and fully healed Lord of Change]].) The spell specifically states you must summon either a [[Bloodthirster]] of any variation, a [[Lord of Change]], a [[Great Unclean One]] or a [[Keeper of Secrets]], so no, you can't summon a named greater daemon. This generally isn't used because of the mighty cost it takes, but the reward it allows (especially if you're running Daemons) makes it insanely tempting. Use at your own peril. Also note, as per the May 2016 FAQ, Flying Monstrous Creatures must now be declared to be either Swooping or Gliding when conjured or summoned to the table, so you now have the choice of whether to keep them in the relative protection of the air, or on the ground so that they can get stuck in sooner. Note: they still are still deployed as per Deep Strike and so cannot charge that same turn, this just means you don't have to waste an additional turn switching flight modes.
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=====More on Summoning=====
* "New" horrors can't roll from Daemonology per Wrath of Magnus/latest FAQs. Whoops.
** "New" is not explained, so it could mean all Horrors ("new" meaning "latest rules"), or only ones that join your army after list creation ("new" as in "conjured"). The FAQ does not clarify. Either way, summoned horrors can't roll on it.
* Some quick math; you generally want to throw 6-8 dice at the Summoning to make it go off reliably. A 10-man Horror squad is only Mastery 1 (they're taken in lists because you spend 9 points for a second warp charge, a min squad is crap), so your return on investment is at best 20%. Even if you successfully cast it 5 times in a turn, you're only able to pull off one more Summoning than you were before, assuming none of your squads get wiped by the thousand-odd points of return fire (you do actually have to pay points for your initial warp charge). Even if you do, a horror unit minus its warp charge (since that's getting used for recursion) is basically a 10-man unit of Imperial Guard ''without lasguns''. Making even a hundred more cultist-equivalents for a thousand points of input energy is a bad trade; you have to do something with all that warp charge to actually win the game, like summon Daemonettes (who can actually kill people without using your precious warp charges) or channel a bajillion Flickering Fires out of all those horrors. Recursion is a fine way to spend your first turn while you advance into range, but make sure you have a plan for how to get work out of it.
* In lower points games, Summoning is an excellent tool for a lot of situations. Summon Bloodletters in front of Spess Mehreens as a Distraction Carnifex (because they will either get shot down or tear MEQs a new asshole), summon Horrors as objective-holders and batteries, summon Daemonettes for messing up infantry, summon Plaguebearers to hold objectives / pluck apart MCs, summon some Flesh Hounds to harrass Heavy Weapon teams or summon a bunch of Flamers close enough to units they can actually kill with their shots. If you use this only to make more army, you might as well leave it. Seekers are much less useful than Daemonettes, and Nurglings are out-performed by Plaguebearers. If you summon those units for a purpose, however, you can easily change the course of the game with it. However, the more points you play with, the less useful this power is. If you summon 100 points worth of unit in a 500 point game, you just increased your army by 20%, which is freaking huge. As the games get bigger, the impact of this spell is lessened, though.
* Also keep in mind that if you manage to pull this power off, it is almost impossible to deny. 3 Warp Charges minimum with no modifier to deny the witch means on average 18(!) dice minimum to negate this, which nobody has, and if they did, they wouldn't blow them all to negate your Summoning.

==Army-Specific Psychic Disciplines==

This section lists psychic disciplines only available to certain Warhammer 40,000 factions. Since they are listed in each army's codex, their rules may sometimes override the general rulebook.

===(Chaos) Space Marine Disciplines===
:In Angels of Death, [[Space Marines]] got 4 new psychic disciplines. Traitor Legions allows [[Chaos Space Marines]] to take the same powers, with the discipline names changed; each discipline will list the Space Marine name / the Chaos Space Marine name. The powers also have name swaps, so where only one name is present, that is the Space Marine name, and where two are present, it follows the same shape as the discipline names.

====Fulmination/Ectomancy====
{| class="wikitable sortable" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"
|+ Fulmination/Ectomancy Powers
! Number !! Name !! Type !! Range !! Target !! Description !! Charges
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! data-sort-value=0 | Primaris !! Electrosurge/Warpshock
| Witchfire || 18 || Unit
| {{40k-Ranged-Weapon-Profile|range=18|strength=5|ap=4|type=Assault|rof=6}} Point at hordes and explode them.
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! 1 !! Electroshield/Empyric Shield
| Blessing || data-sort-value=0 | Self || Model
| The Psyker gains a 3++. An almost free Storm Shield for a turn. Useful, since many librarians don't get Storm Shields.
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! 2 !! Electropulse/Daemonshriek
| Witchfire (Nova) || 9 || Unit
| {{40k-Ranged-Weapon-Profile|range=9|strength=1|ap=-|type=Assault|rof=1|rules=Haywire}} Obviously best used against heavily mechanized lists, or otherwise when other antivehicle weapons aren't on hand. Be wary of using it on walkers, since your psyker will have a high likelihood of being mulched afterwards.
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! 3 !! Lightning Arc/Coruscating Blaze
| Witchfire || 18 || Unit
| {{40k-Ranged-Weapon-Profile|range=18|strength=5|ap=4|type=Assault|rof=1D6}} After resolving this, roll a die for every ''other'' enemy unit within 6" of the target; on a 4+, that unit suffers 1D6 S5 AP4 hits that are randomly allocated. Note that the jump occurs even if the original shots all miss.
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! 4 !! Fists of Lightning/Infernal Claws
| Blessing || data-sort-value=0 | Self || Model
| +1S and +1A. For every hit the psyker lands in close combat (not wound, hit), the unit hit suffers 2 additional S5AP- hits.
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! 5 !! Magnetokinesis/Ghost Storm
| Blessing || 18 || Unit
| If the target is not Zooming, Swooping, or locked in combat, it immediately moves 18" as if were Jump Infantry and cannot charge this turn. The target counts as having moved in the Movement phase when shooting weapons in the Shooting phase. It can be used like old-school Lash of Submission to move enemies out of cover (with free Dangerous Terrain), or it could move a friendly unit into place for shooting.
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! 6 !! Electrodisplacement/Soulswitch
| Blessing || 24 || Unit (Nonvehicle)
| Swap the psyker with any one model in the target unit, then redeploy the psyker's unit within 6" and coherency of him, and the target unit within 6" and coherency of the swapped model. If the psyker's unit was locked in close combat with anything, the target unit is now locked in close combat with that thing, and vice versa, Can be truly devastating when used correctly.
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====Librarius/Sinistrum====
:;Overview
::AKA we jacked a bunch of powers from the Eldar and Grey Knights. Enjoy creating cheap as fuck death stars, and possibly defeating enemy death stars too.

{| class="wikitable sortable" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"
|+ Librarius/Sinistrum Powers
! Number !! Name !! Type !! Range !! Target !! Description !! Charges
|-
! data-sort-value=0 | Primaris !! The Emperor's Wrath/Fury of the Gods
| Witchfire || 18 || Unit
| {{40k-Ranged-Weapon-Profile|range=18|strength=5|ap=3|type=Assault|rof=1|rules=Blast}} Basic anti-MEQ. Strictly worse than [[Warhammer_40,000/Tactics/Psychic_101#Broodmind_.28Genestealer_Cults.29|Psionic Blast]] at -6" range and than [[Warhammer_40,000/Tactics/Psychic_101#Powers_of_da_Waaagh.21|Frazzle]] at -6" range and -1S.
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! 1 !! Veil of Time/Warp Fate
| Blessing || data-sort-value=0 | Self || Unit
| The Psyker and his entire unit re-roll all failed saving throws. This power, right here, ties with Invisibility for absolute Psychic cheese. And with good reason. A Terminator squad with rerollable 2+/5++ or 3++ makes it damn near invincible as it plows into the enemy force's tight sphincter. Heck, bare-bones Wolf Guard Terminators with only a 5++ will scare the shit out of enemies like they did pre-5th edition.
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! 2 !! Fury of the Ancients/Empyragheist
| Witchfire (Beam) || 20 || Unit
| {{40k-Ranged-Weapon-Profile|range=20|strength=6|ap=4|type=Assault|rof=1|rules=Beam, Pinning}} This one's okay. It could glance AV12 or wound a Monstrous Creature with a mediocre save and punch through to damage another unit, but being a beam means that you would have to line up the caster ''just right'' to get anything more than a single on an infantry unit, and it can be great if pinning goes off.
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! 3 !! Psychic Fortress/Armour of Hatred
| Blessing || data-sort-value=0 | Self || Model
| Gives the Psyker a 12" unit bubble of Fearless, Adamantium Will, and 4++ that only works on Witchfires. Optimized for psyker-heavy armies which makes it situational, but fearless makes it more broadly situational.
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! 4 !! Might of Heroes/Diabolic Strength
| Blessing || data-sort-value=0 | Self || Model
| +2 to S, T, I, and A. Essentially wraps up both Iron Arm and Warp Speed into 1 nice Warp Charge 1 package.
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! 5 !! Psychic Scourge/Warp Lure
| Malediction || 24 || Model (Psyker)
| The caster rolls 2D6 keep highest +ML; target rolls 1D6+ML. On a draw or better, the target loses 1W (no save, but FNP works) and the targeted psyker can only harness warp charges on 6+ while the power is in effect. If the caster beats the target by at least 3, the target permanently loses a random power.
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! 6 !! Null Zone/Death Hex
| Malediction|| 24 || Unit
| Target drops its invulnerable save by ''2'' (to a minimum of 6+). This thing is essentially [[Warhammer_40,000/Tactics/Psychic_101#Sanctic|Banishment]], but it's much more versatile. This is what you use to counter fucks with Storm Shields, Smashfucker's 2++, a Riptide's Shield Generator buff, and Cursed Earth+Grimoire bullshit.
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====Geokinesis/Geomortis====
{| class="wikitable sortable" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"
|+ Geokinesis/Geomortis Powers
! Number !! Name !! Type !! Range !! Target !! Description !! Charges
|-
! data-sort-value=0 | Primaris !! Chasm/Rockmaw
| Malediction || 18 || Unit
| Cannot target units which are Swooping, Zooming, or locked in combat. All models in the target take a dangerous terrain test with no armour saves allowed. While ''Move Through Cover'', ''Skilled Rider'', and the like will shut this down, and its functional Strength of 0 with Poisoned (6+) that also works on Vehicles, do remember that this power ignores both armor ''and'' cover, due to being a Malediction.
| 2
|-
! 1 !! Earth Blood/Ley Leach
| Blessing || 18 || Model (Character, Nonvehicle)
| Target regains 1d3 '''''wounds''''', and his entire unit gains IWND. Healing others is good, healing wounds lost to Perils is great, and granting IWND to a variety of targets is epic.
| 1
|-
! 2 !! Scorched Earth/Rupture
| Malediction|| 24 || Point
| Each ''unit'' (friend or foe) within 6" of the target point suffers a randomly allocated S5 AP4 hit, which, like all maledictions, will ignore cover as it does not count as shooting. All terrain, including open ground, in that same area counts as dangerous. Crap.
| 1
|-
! 3 !! Landquake/Torturer of Worlds
| Malediction || 18 || Unit
| This power works like a nova: all enemy units within range are targeted. Units which are not Swooping or Zooming always move as if in difficult terrain, and cannot run, turbo-boost, or flat-out.
| 1
|-
! 4 !! Phase Form/Earthly Anathema
| Blessing || 24 || Unit
| Grants Move Through Cover, Ignores Cover to all weapons, and [[Awesome|IGNORING LINE OF SIGHT when attacking enemy units in the Shooting phase; only the range matters.]]
| 1
|-
! 5 !! Warp Quake/Profane Ruination
| Witchfire (Profileless) || 24 || Building/Ruins
| For a building, roll a die: on 1-3 inflict a glance, on a 4+ inflict a pen. For ruins, roll a die for each unit within; on a 4+, inflict 1D6 S6 AP- randomly allocated hits (so on average, 1.33 hits per unit).
| 1
|-
! 6 !! Shifting Worldscape/Worldwrithe
| Malediction|| 24 || Terrain Feature
| [[What|Move a piece of terrain by 24"]], including units completely within it; units partially within instead disembark as if from an open-topped vehicle. Disembarking models definitely take dangerous terrain tests; units that 'ride' the terrain may or may not, depending on how you interpret the rule. '''''Lots''''' of ways to use this. The wording issue boils down to, "Move units completely within X way. Move units partially within Y way. Models moved in this way take Dangerous terrain tests.", so if "this" means Y, then the riders are fine, but if "this" means "moved by the power", then the riders take the tests, too. No FAQ entry as of this writing.
| 3
|}

====Technomancy/Heretech====
:;Overview
::The discipline to use for mechanized armies. Also fares very well with Imperial Guard allies. Heck, a CAD of tank-heavy Guard makes this all kinds of epic.

{| class="wikitable sortable" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"
|+ Technomancy/Heretech Powers
! Number !! Name !! Type !! Range !! Target !! Description !! Charges
|-
! data-sort-value=0 | Primaris !! Subvert Machine/Corrupt Machine
| Malediction || 18 || Model (Vehicle)
| Randomly select a weapon on the target which is not a Bomb, One Use Only, One Shot Only, or destroyed. You and your opponent each roll a die. If ''they'' roll higher, nothing happens. If you draw, that weapon can only shoot snap shots. If ''you'' roll higher, you [[Awesome|take control of said vehicle's weapon to shoot right now, using the vehicle's BS, and firing Snap Shots if the vehicle is Stunned or Shaken.]] This will be horrible if your enemy has a Superheavy of some kind (Lord of Skulls, Stompa, Baneblade variants, Knights), and given the current meta, it's common to see an Imperial Knight ally. The only drawback is the range, though there're [[Terminator|a few]] [[Bike Squad|different ways]] [[Drop Pod|to handle it]]. Unfortunately, if you toss this on a Walker that's locked in combat it won't do anything productive, despite being able to legally target it; this power would be strictly better as a profileless witchfire, as that would let you cast it out of a fire point.
| 1
|-
! 1 !! Blessing of the Machine/Boon of the Iron Beast
| Blessing || 24 || Model (Vehicle)
| Target ignores Crew Shaken, Crew Stunned, and either gives it Power of the Machine Spirit, or if the target already has PotMS, +1 BS instead. The caster may cast this on a transport he is embarked on, but while embarked cannot cast it on any other vehicles, regardless of the transport having fire points or being open topped.
| 1
|-
! 2 !! Machine Curse/Scrapcode Curse
| Witchfire (Focused) (Profileless) || 18 || Model (Vehicle)
| {{40k-Ranged-Weapon-Profile|range=18|strength=1|ap=-|type=Assault|rof=1D3|rules=Haywire}}
| 1
|-
! 3 !! Reforge/Dark Invigoration
| Blessing || 24 || Model (Vehicle)
| Target recovers 1 HP ''or'' repairs 1 Weapon Destroyed ''or'' repairs Immobilised (choose exactly 1), and gets IWND. The caster may cast this on a transport he is embarked on, but while embarked cannot cast it on any other vehicles, regardless of the transport having fire points or being open topped.
| 1
|-
! 4 !! Warpmetal Armour/Fleshmetal Hide
| Blessing || 24 || Unit
| Affected vehicles get +1 AV to all sides; affected non-vehicles get +1 T. The caster may cast this on a transport he is embarked on, but while embarked cannot cast it on any other vehicles, regardless of the transport having fire points or being open topped. Welcome to AV15 Spartan Assault Tanks/Leman Russes/Land Raiders. And [[Necrons|gauss weaponry]] still doesn't give a shit.
| 2
|-
! 5 !! Fury of Mars/Electromortis
| Witchfire (Beam) || 18 || Unit
| {{40k-Ranged-Weapon-Profile|range=18|strength=1|ap=-|type=Assault|rof=1|rules=Beam, Haywire}}
| 1
|-
! 6 !! Machine Flense/Flayerstorm
| Witchfire (Focused) (Profileless) || 18 || Model (Vehicle)
| {{40k-Ranged-Weapon-Profile|range=18|strength=-|ap=-|type=Assault|rof=1}} The hit model loses D3 HP. For each HP lost, inflict 1D6 S4 AP6 rending hits on an enemy unit within 12" of said model; each lost HP may target a different unit, or they may all target the same one.
| 2
|}

====Loyalist Chapter Disciplines====
:The [[Dark Angels]], [[Blood Angels]], and [[Space Wolves]] each have a unique discipline only they have access to.

=====Interromancy (Dark Angels)=====
:;Overview
::Works heavily on messing with leadership and stat-lines.

{| class="wikitable sortable" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"
|+ Interromancy Powers
! Number !! Name !! Type !! Range !! Target !! Description !! Charges
|-
! data-sort-value=0 | Primaris !! Mind Worm
| Witchfire (Focused) || 12 || Unit
| {{40k-Ranged-Weapon-Profile|range=12|strength=6|ap=2|type=Assault|rof=1|rules=Ignores Cover}} If a model takes an unsaved wound, then it takes -3 to BS, WS, I AND Ld (to a minimum of 1) for the rest of the game. With even just 1 wound, that special snowflake or Monstrous Creature just became an expensive paperweight and now that it has been buffed to Strength 6 it is a much more credible threat against those tougher models where the debuff will ''really'' sting.
| 1
|-
! 1 !! Seed of Fear
| Malediction || 9 || Unit
| This is a nova-style power, despite being a malediction (it targets all enemy units within range). Target units take all Morale, Pinning, and Fear tests on 3D6. Dark Angels have a fear overload so this is good against even moderately high Ld armies with every Terminator squad able to get Perfidious Relic of the Unforgiven and the Interrogator-Chaplain. Note that this does not force those checks, you still have to do that normally.
| 1
|-
! 2 !! Righteous Repugnance
| Blessing || 24 || Unit
| Grants Rage. Cast on those Deathwing Knights or Assault Marines and enjoy the maximum carnage. Drop it on Black Knights and watch them redefine massacre. Strictly worse than [[Warhammer_40,000/Tactics/Psychic_101#Broodmind (Genestealer_Cults)|Might From Beyond]].
| 1
|-
! 3 !! Aversion
| Malediction || 24 || Unit
| Target may only fire Snap Shots. Perfect for negating a high threat unit to your army such as an antiarmor squad or anti-TEQ. *cough* Tau *cough*
| 1
|-
! 4 !! Maelstrom of Misery
| Witchfire || 24 || Unit
| {{40k-Ranged-Weapon-Profile|range=24|strength=1|ap=2|type=Assault|rof=1|rules=Blast, Neural Shock}} Neural Shock is Poisoned (4+) with a different name.
| 2
|-
! 5 !! Trephination
| Witchfire (Focused) (Profileless) || 18 || Unit
| {{40k-Ranged-Weapon-Profile|range=18|strength=-|ap=-|type=Assault|rof=1}} The model hit rolls 2D6+2, then subtracts their leadership value, taking the difference in wounds with no armour or cover saves allowed. Psychic Shriek, fuck ''that'' guy edition. Combo'd with Mind Worm wounding first, it'll absolutely destroy characters.
| 2
|-
! 6 !! Mind Wipe
| Malediction || 24 || Unit
| Target reduces WS and BS to 1; this power ends early, at the end of the target's next turn, but when it does, the unit must take an Ld test. If they fail, the reduction becomes permanent. Cast on a Deathstar unit. Just 1 turn of WS/BS1 can mean so much for you and throw That Guy's carefully thought plan off balance, even better if he fails the Ld test. Not to mention that (without factoring in modifiers), on average, an opponent needs 18 Warp Charge dice to deny it should you successfully get it off with only the required 3 warp charges, but you should always be throwing 7 or 8 at this. It sounds like it would be great when combo'd with Mind Worm, and it does on--single model units; but you would have to use Mind Worm on the sergeant to bust a squad down to the next highest LD value, which obviously doesn't work as well. All armies will have a better-than-half chance of passing their check (unless you've messed with their leadership), AND the unit is still alive and holding their objective in the best of cases.
| 3
|}

=====Sanguinary (Blood Angels)=====
:;Overview
::Most of these are inferior to powers in some other Discipline that the Blood Angels have access to, so make sure you know what you're doing if you grab this.

{| class="wikitable sortable" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"
|+ Sanguinary Powers
! Number !! Name !! Type !! Range !! Target !! Description !! Charges
|-
! data-sort-value=0 | Primaris !! Quickening
| Blessing || 12 || Model (Character)
| Target (which can be the caster, of course) gets Fleet and +1D3 to I and A (roll once and add the same to both). Strictly worse than [[Warhammer_40,000/Tactics/Psychic_101#Biomancy|Warp Speed]] when cast on the caster, so make sure to exploit the 12" range. Because Fleet does not extend to the unit, and the only non-Independent Character Characters you have are Librarian Dreadnoughts and Cassor the Damned, Cassor immediately becomes your best in-Faction target, but your best bet is probably allies - for example, an Eversor Assassin.
| 1
|-
! 1 !! Fear of the Darkness
| Malediction || 12 || Unit
| Target takes a Morale test with -2LD. Probably the weakest power in the discipline. Note that this is a Morale test, not a Fear test, so it affects Space Marines. Useful for moving units off of objectives or forcing them to move into charge range of another unit.
| 1
|-
! 2 !! Unleash Rage
| Blessing || 18 || Unit
| Grants Rage, or +1A if the target already has Rage. Bless the Death Company. Watch them kill. On a target which doesn't already have Rage, strictly worse than [[Warhammer_40,000/Tactics/Psychic_101#Interromancy (Dark Angels)|Righteous Repugnance]], which itself is strictly worse than [[Warhammer_40,000/Tactics/Psychic_101#Broodmind (Genestealer_Cults)|Might From Beyond]]; on a target that already has Rage, better than either in effect (as +1A is usually more useful than +1S), although at shorter range, so stick to casting this on the Death Company.
| 1
|-
! 3 !! Shield of Sanguinius
| Blessing || data-sort-value=0 | Self || Unit
| The Psyker and his unit have a 5++. You'll be needing this against any AP2 or D shots. Strictly worse than [[Warhammer_40,000/Tactics/Psychic_101#Divination|Forewarning]].
| 1
|-
! 4 !! Blood Boil
| Witchfire (Focused) (Profileless) || 18 || Model
| {{40k-Ranged-Weapon-Profile|range=18|strength=-|ap=2|type=Assault|rof=1}} Model hit must take 2 toughness tests, suffering an unsavable wound for each failure. If it dies, place an S4 AP5 Ignores Cover Large Blast on it. Cast and make anything T4 or lower without FNP go boom! This is a great power for thinning out infantry units with weak armor. Typically stronger than [[Warhammer_40,000/Tactics/Psychic_101#Biomancy|Haemorrhage]] against models with 5+ armor or worse, but much, much worse against models with 4+ armor or better (although the effectiveness of both relies partially on model placement in the target).
| 2
|-
! 5 !! Blood Lance
| Witchfire (Beam) || 12 || Unit
| {{40k-Ranged-Weapon-Profile|range=12|strength=8|ap=1|type=Assault|rof=1|rules=Beam, Lance}} Haha! Time to shoot tanks!
| 2
|-
! 6 !! Wings of Sanguinius
| Blessing || 12 || Unit (Nonvehicle)
| Target an infantry unit within 12", it may move up to 12" unless it is locked in combat. The targeted unit may not charge after this movement. A unit that moves using this ability counts as moving for the purposes of shooting weapons in the shooting phase. This power is an ideal tool for transporting a squad out of a trap or chucking DC into position for a charge next turn. This means that a DC squad with jump packs can move up to 24" in a single turn. (12" movement phase +12" in psychic). This lets you place your deep-striking melta assault squad with terrifying precision - Deep Strike them in a relatively safe spot, then move them 12" into the rear armor of that enemy tank that needs to die. Drastically worse than [[Warhammer_40,000/Tactics/Psychic_101#Fulmination.2FEctomancy|Magnetokinesis]].
| 2
|}

=====Tempestas (Space Wolves)=====
:;Overview
::Storm-themed discipline, similar to Fulmination/Ectomancy, but trades out much of the utility powers for mind bullets for close range fire support.

{| class="wikitable sortable" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"
|+ Tempestas Powers
! Number !! Name !! Type !! Range !! Target !! Description !! Charges
|-
! data-sort-value=0 | Primaris !! Living Lightning
| Witchfire || 18 || Unit
| {{40k-Ranged-Weapon-Profile|range=18|strength=7|ap=-|type=Assault|rof=3|rules=Tesla}} Tesla means 6s to hit generate two additional hits; because the power is ROF 3, on average it is actually ROF 4 (if you want probabilities, the odds of ROFs 3, 5, 7, and 9 are 57.87%, 34.72%, 6.94%, and 0.46%, respectively).
| 1
|-
! 1 !! Stormbringer
| Blessing || data-sort-value=0 | Self || Unit
| Grants Shrouded. Strictly worse than [[Warhammer_40,000/Tactics/Psychic_101#Runes_of_Battle|Conceal/Reveal]].
| 1
|-
! 2 !! Tempest's Wrath
| Malediction || 18 || Unit
| Target suffers -1 BS and always moves as if in difficult terrain (which will cause dangerous terrain tests on skimmers, jump infantry, and so on). Watch those Tau suck it when they're tripping all over themselves.
| 1
|-
! 3 !! Thunderclap
| Witchfire (Nova) ||12 || Unit
| {{40k-Ranged-Weapon-Profile|range=12|strength=3|ap=-|type=Assault|rof=2D6|rules=Nova}} Meant for clearing out blobs, but S3 means you won't do much higher than GEQs.
| 1
|-
! 4 !! Murderous Hurricane
| Witchfire || 18 || Unit
| {{40k-Ranged-Weapon-Profile|range=18|strength=4|ap=-|type=Assault|rof=1|rules=Large Blast, Rending}} This is ideal for clearing out infantry units.
| 2
|-
! 5 !! Fury of the Wolf Spirits
| Witchfire || 18 || Unit
| {{40k-Ranged-Weapon-Profile|range=18|strength=6|ap=-|type=Assault|rof=4}} {{40k-Ranged-Weapon-Profile|range=18|strength=5|ap=2|type=Assault|rof=2|rules=Precision Shots}} Summons Wolf Gork and Wolf Mork, so this power has two profiles, because it manifests both, one at a time in either order, when you succeed at casting it; because this is Psychic, they may freely target different units.
| 2
|-
! 6 !! Jaws of the World Wolf
| Witchfire (Focused) (Profileless) || 18 || Model (Nonvehicle)
| {{40k-Ranged-Weapon-Profile|range=18|strength=-|ap=-|type=Assault|rof=1}} If the model hit is not a Monstrous Creature, it must pass an I test or be removed from play (not Instant Death, so Eternal Warrior is ignored). Note that this power does not wound, so things that let you avoid wounds, such as saves or FNP, also do not apply. Definitely a step down from the old hax, and not an easy button for Riptide-killing.
| 2
|}

====Traitor Chapter Disciplines====
:[[Slaanesh]], [[Nurgle]], and, of course, [[Tzeentch]] each offer a discipline of their own to the Chaos Space Marines, each of which typically requires the relevant Mark. These are ''distinct'' from the disciplines they offer Chaos Daemons.

=====Tzeentch=====
:;Overview
::A discipline that uses gimmicks to get greater effects than what most other disciplines would, with a moderate degree of success.

{| class="wikitable sortable" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"
|+ Tzeentch Powers
! Number !! Name !! Type !! Range !! Target !! Description !! Charges
|-
! data-sort-value=0 | Primaris !! Tzeentch's Firestorm
| Witchfire || 24 || Unit
| {{40k-Ranged-Weapon-Profile|range=24|strength=1D6+1|ap=-|type=Assault|rof=1|rules=Blast}} For each model removed as a casualty, the unit takes 1D3 S3 AP- hits which do not generate more hits.
| 1
|-
! 1 !! Boon of Mutation
| Blessing || 2 || Model (Character)
| Inflicts an S4 AP- hit. If the character survives, it rolls on Chaos Boon, re-rolling Dark Apotheosis.
| 1
|-
! 2 !! Doombolt
| Witchfire (Beam) || 18 || Unit
| {{40k-Ranged-Weapon-Profile|range=18|strength=8|ap=1|type=Assault|rof=1|rules=Beam}} Any vehicle hit by this power which Explodes! as a result rolls 2D6 to determine the explosion's range.
| 1
|-
! 3 !! Siphon Magic
| Blessing || data-sort-value=0 | Self || Unit
| For the rest of the phase, each time a friendly model successfully manifests a psychic power within 18" of the psyker, place a die next to the psyker. Any dice accrued in this manner can be used by the Psyker as bonus Warp Charge points.
| 1
|-
! 4 !! Breath of Chaos
| Witchfire || Template || Unit
| {{40k-Ranged-Weapon-Profile|range=Template|strength=1|ap=2|type=Assault|rof=1|rules=Poisoned (4+)}} Glances on a 4+ rather than rolling to penetrate, so between that and its poison, it's effectively a [[Warhammer_40,000/Tactics/Necrons(7E)#Gauss_Weapons|gauss]] flamer.
| 2
|-
! 5 !! Baleful Devolution
| Witchfire (Focused) || 18 || Unit
| {{40k-Ranged-Weapon-Profile|range=18|strength=6|ap=2|type=Assault|rof=1D6}} To-wounds of 6 gain Instant Death, and each slain model summons a Chaos Spawn "as close as possible" to ''any'' slain model, but more than an inch away from any enemy models.
| 2
|-
! 6 !! Treason of Tzeentch
| Malediction || 24 || Unit (Nonvehicle)
| Cannot target models locked in combat. Immediately make a shooting attack with every model in the unit as if it were friendly. Resolve these as if the unit had not moved in the Movement phase, and after shooting, the unit must take a Pinning test.
| 3
|-
! 7 !! Gaze of Magnus
| Witchfire (Beam) || 18 || Unit
| {{40k-Ranged-Weapon-Profile|range=18|strength=D|ap=1|type=Assault|rof=1|rules=Beam, Soul Blaze}} [[Magnus the Red|Magnus]], and only Magnus, has this power.
| 5
|}

=====Slaanesh=====
:;Overview
::'''''We are amplified!''''' A discipline with a focus on buffs and debuffs, even on the shooting attacks.

{| class="wikitable sortable" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"
|+ Slaanesh Powers
! Number !! Name !! Type !! Range !! Target !! Description !! Charges
|-
! data-sort-value=0 | Primaris !! Sensory Overload
| Witchfire || 24 || Unit
| {{40k-Ranged-Weapon-Profile|range=24|strength=4|ap=4|type=Assault|rof=4|rules=Blind, Concussive, Pinning}}
| 1
|-
! 1 !! Hysterical Frenzy
| Blessing || 12 || Unit (Nonvehicle)
|
Roll on the following table to determine the effect.
{| class="wikitable"
! 1D3 !! Effect
|-
! 1
| +1I.
|-
! 2
| +1S.
|-
! 3
| +1A.
|}
| 1
|-
! 2 !! Delightful Agonies
| Blessing || 12 || Unit
| All models in the target gain FNP (4+).
| 1
|-
! 3 !! Symphony of Pain
| Malediction || 24 || Unit
| Target suffers -1WS, -1BS, and attacks from ''sonic weaponry'' gain +1S against the target. Unlike most powers, Symphony of Pain will stack with itself on the same target.
| 1
|-
! 4 !! Sonic Shockwave
| Witchfire (Nova) || 9 || Unit
| {{40k-Ranged-Weapon-Profile|range=9|strength=5|ap=4|type=Assault|rof=1D6|rules=Ignores Cover, Nova, Pinning}} Note that Symphony of Pain explicitly interacts with ''weaponry'', which this is not.
| 1
|-
! 5 !! Aural Onslaught
| Witchfire (Beam) || 18 || Unit
| {{40k-Ranged-Weapon-Profile|range=18|strength=8|ap=2|type=Assault|rof=1|rules=Beam}} After this attack hits but before it wounds, any unit hit must take an Ld test; if they fail, this power gains Shred against that unit.
| 2
|-
! 6 !! Apoplectic Glee
| Witchfire || 24 || Unit
| {{40k-Ranged-Weapon-Profile|range=24|strength=-|ap=-|type=Assault|rof=1|rules=Ignores Cover}} This power does not affect vehicles (although they may be targeted). Every non-vehicle model in a unit hit by this power takes a hit at that model's unmodified Strength.
| 2
|}

=====Nurgle=====
:;Overview
::A discipline focusing on buffs, debuffs, and poison nastiness.

{| class="wikitable sortable" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"
|+ Nurgle Powers
! Number !! Name !! Type !! Range !! Target !! Description !! Charges
|-
! data-sort-value=0 | Primaris !! Nurgle's Rot
| Witchfire (Nova) || 6 || Unit
| {{40k-Ranged-Weapon-Profile|range=6|strength=2|ap=5|type=Assault|rof=1D6+1|rules=Nova, Poisoned(4+)}} Daemons of Nurgle and models with the Mark of Nurgle are not affected.
| 1
|-
! 1 !! Weapon Virus
| Malediction || 24 || Unit
| All of the target's ranged weapons gain Gets Hot!.
| 1
|-
! 2 !! Fleshy Abundance
| Blessing || 14 || Model
| Target immediately regains D3 wounds.
| 1
|-
! 3 !! Blades of Putrefaction
| Blessing || 14 || Unit
| All of the target's ''melee weapons'' gain Poisoned (4+). Any ''model'' that already had Poisoned (Anything) on its melee weapons or attacks gets Poisoned (2+). Note the wording; the first sentence grants Poisoned (4+) to ''weapons'', while the second grants Poisoned (2+) to ''models'' who meet the specified criteria. This does not let your Plague Marines get Poisoned bolters - the Poisoned special rule on a model only applies to its melee attacks - but there are rare cases where having it on the model is better than having it on your weapons, such as when in melee with [[Jain Zar]].
| 1
|-
! 4 !! Gift of Contagion
| Malediction || 48 || Unit
| Roll on the following table to determine effect; unlike most powers, Gift of Contagion's effects always stack with itself. As none of entries on the table specify a minimum of 0, you can kill anything with a Toughness characteristic by spamming this power on them until you roll enough 3s that they reach T0 and die, provided you have enough Psykers (you will definitely be able to get them in range).
{| class="wikitable"
! 1D3 !! Effect
|-
! 1
| -1A and Shrouded.
|-
! 2
| -1S and may not Run.
|-
! 3
| -1S and -1T.
|}
| 1
|-
! 5 !! Plague Wind
| Witchfire || 12 || Unit (Nonvehicle)
| {{40k-Ranged-Weapon-Profile|range=12|strength=1|ap=2|type=Assault|rof=1|rules=Large Blast, Poisoned(4+)}} Note that the power of the same name in the [[Warhammer_40,000/Tactics/Psychic_101#Plague (Nurgle)|Plague]] discipline is identical except for only being WC1, so this is strictly worse.
| 2
|-
! 6 !! Curse of the Leper
| Blessing or Malediction || 21 || Unit
| This can be cast as either a Blessing or a Malediction; when it is a Blessing, it adds +1S and +1T. When it is a Malediction, it inflicts -1S and -1T.
| 2
|}

===Chaos Daemon Disciplines===
:[[Slaanesh]], [[Nurgle]], and, of course, [[Tzeentch]], each offer a discipline to their [[Chaos Daemons|Daemons]], which differs from what they offer mere mortals.

====Change (Tzeentch)====

:;Overview
::In all, the boost to Warpflame when using the Tzeentch infantry formation works wonders with this discipline, but outside of it? The God of Disease has greater magic than the god of Magic himself, except for Power 6, which is 100% luck-based. Curse of the Wulfen actually made that discipline a bit worse: now you have a 50 % chance to roll a bad power instead of 33.3% and a single Destroyer hit is useless against horde armies and any units with multiple models. No guarantees unless using Fateweaver or a ML1 Herald with Endless Grimoire. The Exalted Locus is good for this as well, but it's only one squad. Unless, again, you run the Tzeentch infantry based formation. Which leads to silliness such as 9 squads of Horrors shooting 2D6 Autocannon rounds each with a WC1 power. Are we starting to see a pattern here? Taking Horrors and/or Flamers? Take the Warpflame Host. It improves them and their herald ridiculously well. Just fucking do it.
::;Warpflame
:::Any unit that suffers one or more wounds from a Warpflame attack must take a Toughness test at the end of the phase. If they fail, they immediately take D3 additional wounds with no Armour or Cover saves allowed. If they pass the Toughness test, they gain 6+ Feel no Pain. If they already have Feel no Pain, either on their base profile or from earlier Warpflame tests, they get a +1 bonus to the Feel no Pain.
::;Soul Blaze
:::If an unmarked unit takes at least one unsaved wound with Soul Blaze, mark it with something. At the end of each turn, roll a die for each marked unit. On 1-3 the unit is not marked anymore; on 4+, the unit takes D3 S4, Ap5 hits (randomly allocated) with Ignores Cover. This means the expected number of ''hits'' at the end of a turn is 1 (which must then get past toughness, armor/invuln, and feel no pain), while the expected number over ''infinite'' turns is 2. Commonly considered useless.

{| class="wikitable sortable" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"
|+ Tzeentch Powers
! Number !! Name !! Type !! Range !! Target !! Description !! Charges
|-
! data-sort-value=0 | Primaris !! Flickering Fire
| Witchfire || 24 || Unit
| {{40k-Ranged-Weapon-Profile|range=24|strength=5|ap=4|type=Assault|rof=(1+WC)D6|rules=Soul Blaze, Warpflame}} Choose this power's cost when you cast it (before rolling); its cost determines its Attacks, as noted in its profile. This power right here? It's what is supposed to act in the place of guns for your army. Remember that while Heavy Bolters are generally not that good, yours are generally strapped onto much more mobile shooting platforms who can maneuver to the rear arc on enemy vehicles and glance them out before they know what hit them. Oh those Pink Horrors, no they're S3 they can't possibly hurt your wave serpent, why don't you maneuver it clo- DAKKADAKKADAKKA dead serpent.
| data-sort-value=1 | 1-3
|-
! 1 !! Tzeentch's Firestorm
| Witchfire || 24 || Unit
| {{40k-Ranged-Weapon-Profile|range=24|strength=1D6+1|ap=-|type=Assault|rof=1|rules=Blast, Warpflame}} The worst spell in the '''game'''.
| 1
|-
! 2 !! Bolt of Change
| Witchfire (Beam) || 24 || Unit
| {{40k-Ranged-Weapon-Profile|range=24|strength=1D6+4|ap=2|type=Assault|rof=1|rules=Warpflame}} As one of three anti tank powers, it's arguably the weaker of the spells, but at warp charge 1, it is an easier one to get off. As a beam weapon with the same range as a bolter there is potential for some pretty good vehicle wrecking capability. Combined with Tzeentch's Exalted Locus, a D6+5 strength AP2 beam starts to look pretty tasty. Also with a minimum of S7 with the formation in the decurion, it starts to be pretty scary (if you could ever afford the 9 horrors squad formation of course) (do note however that the formation only requires 9 units from a list of 3, with the points being 50, 69 and 90; as such, a reasonably balanced formation runs to about 700 for the 9 units AND the herald with the Exalted Locus of +1 Str).
| 1
|-
! 3 !! Tzeentch's Warpflame
| Witchfire (Nova) || 9 || Units
| {{40k-Ranged-Weapon-Profile|range=9|strength=1D6|ap=4|type=Assault|rof=2D6|rules=Nova, Ignores Cover, Warpflame}} Too random in strength to be reliable, potentially a real fucker if you roll a 6 in the middle of an enemy formation with lots of cover, potentially just a waste of your Warp Charges when you roll S1 and wound not just MEQs on a 6, but those ''dirt cheap GEQs'' as well.
| 2
|-
! 4 !! Boon of Flame
| Conjuration || 12 || None
| WC2 nabs you 1 Exalted Flamer, while WC3 gives you either 3 flamers or 1 Burning Chariot. Just take 1 roll on Malefic and swap for Primaris. However, while inferior to Malefic, it's not bad, just limited, and even Malefic can't summon Flaming Chariots; since the psychic phase is juuuust before the shooting phase you can use this to summon some powerful shooting attacks and distractions. If using Magnus, make sure he does this power every turn, because summoning at least 5 burning chariots over the course of a game is nothing to scoff at.
| data-sort-value=2 | 2-3
|-
! 5 !! Infernal Gateway
| Witchfire || 18 || Unit
| {{40k-Ranged-Weapon-Profile|range=18|strength=1D6+4|ap=1|type=Assault|rof=1|rules=Blast, Warpflame}} Bolt of Change's big brother. The blast does mean you have the chance to get multiple targets, but it's a small blast so not ideal.
| 2
|-
! 6 !! Prismatic Gaze
| Witchfire || 18 || Unit (Nonvehicle)
| {{40k-Ranged-Weapon-Profile|range=18|strength=D|ap=1|type=Assault|rof=1}} This is what you want to demolish vehicles, Wraithknights, and Dreadknights with.
| 3
|}

====Excess (Slaanesh)====

:;Overview
::In all, not bad, but not great either. Acquiescence has been superseded by Debilitating Distention; Maniacal Fervor and Phantasmagoria are an excellent blessing and malediction, respectively, but everything else is done better by Change or Plague. However, in mirror matches, due to demons' low leaderships (all basic troop demons are leadership 7), or armies who have low Ld values anyway (Tau, Imperial Guard, Orks), this discipline could do good work.

{| class="wikitable sortable" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"
|+ Excess Powers
! Number !! Name !! Type !! Range !! Target !! Description !! Charges
|-
! data-sort-value=0 | Primaris !! Lash of Slaanesh
| Witchfire (Beam) || 24 || Unit
| {{40k-Ranged-Weapon-Profile|range=24|strength=6|ap=-|type=Assault|rof=1|rules=Beam,Rending}} While not as generally strong as the Tzeentch stuff, (Tzeentch is greater in strength on a 3+) this is your other anti tank option. On, say, a flying daemon prince, this is actually pretty good because you can line up multiple targets, potentially in their rear arcs.
| 1
|-
! 1 !! Acquiescence
| Malediction || 18 || Unit
| -5I (minimum 1), loses Counter-Attack and cannot fire Overwatch. Use it just before you charge, and drink their tears as you spill their blood.
| 1
|-
! 2 !! [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pavane Pavane] of Slaanesh
| Witchfire (Focused) (Profileless) || 24 || Unit
| {{40k-Ranged-Weapon-Profile|range=24|strength=-|ap=2|type=Assault|rof=1|rules=Ignores Cover}} Model hit must pass a Leadership test or suffer a Wound, ignoring armor and cover. If the model is slain, randomly select another model in the unit and repeat. A more mental version of Rancid Visitation, and a much weaker version as well. Never target at multi wound models. Note that because demons have comparably low leaderships to work with Demonic Instability, this power can be '''FUN*''' in mirror matches; cast it on a unit of furies and watch them pop like balloons.
| 1
|-
! 3 !! Maniacal Fervour
| Blessing || 12 || Unit
| Target gains Rage, Furious Charge, and Zealot, but takes D6 S3 AP- hits. Yeah, a spell which, while it buffs, can actually hurt a target. Um... maybe? While this can be effective enough on Slaaneshi units, since granting more attacks to the already Rending demons can be enough to make even terminators reach for the safe word, casting this on something like plague drones or noise marines (who can both have the toughness to likely ignore s3 or armor save them away) suddenly makes them much, much scarier with virtually no risk whatsoever. Ever want to see a GUO do an impression of a Bloodthirster?
| 1
|-
! 4 !! Phantasmagoria
| Malediction || 18 || Unit
| Target must pass a Leadership test in order to move, manifest a psychic power, run, shoot (including Overwatch), charge, attack in melee, sweeping advance, consolidate, or fire overwatch; tests are phase and action specific, so failing a test in a given phase allows testing for a ''different'' action, but passing in a given phase still means you must test again on all subsequent phases. GIVE YOUR TARGET A CONTINUOUS ORGASM, BABY! Besides being worth 22 points in scrabble, it is an improved version of [[Warhammer_40,000/Tactics/Psychic_101#Telepathy|Telepathy]]'s Dominate Power, sacrificing 6" of range in exchange for also applying to attacking in melee, sweeping advances, and consolidating.
| 1
|-
! 5 !! Slicing Shards
| Witchfire || 24 || Unit
| {{40k-Ranged-Weapon-Profile|range=24|strength=4|ap=4|type=Assault|rof=1|rules=Large Blast}} After this attack resolves, any unit hit must take an Ld test; if they fail, they take D6 additional hits. Fuck that horde.
| 2
|-
! 6 !! Cacophonic Choir
| Witchfire (Nova) || 12 || Unit
| {{40k-Ranged-Weapon-Profile|range=12|strength=-|ap=2|type=Assault|rof=1|rules=Nova, Ignores Cover}} This power does not affect vehicles (although they may be targeted). Each unit hit rolls 2D6-Ld and suffers Wounds equal to the result, then takes a Pinning test (which is independent of whether or not the unit was Wounded).
| 2
|}

====Plague (Nurgle)====

:;Overview
::In all, got an even more awesome boost with Curse of the Wulfen. Without a doubt the best discipline to roll on. 1 massively OP buff (Putrescent Vitality), and several powers to neuter/cripple enemy units to make them easy pickings in close combat. Also, the witchfires laugh at anything in Power Armor or Terminator Armor.

{| class="wikitable sortable" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"
|+ Plague Powers
! Number !! Name !! Type !! Range !! Target !! Description !! Charges
|-
! data-sort-value=0 | Primaris !! Stream of Corruption
| Witchfire || Template || Unit
| {{40k-Ranged-Weapon-Profile|range=Template|strength=-|ap=3|type=Assault|rof=1|rules=Template, Poisoned(4+)}} A pretty nifty power. Anything shy of a terminator is going to at least take a dent from this.
| 1
|-
! 1 !! Debilitating Distention
| Malediction || 24 || Unit
| Unit hit cannot Run, Sweeping Advance, or fire Overwatch. Neuter an enemy unit with a temporary Slow and Purposeful, without Relentless? Yes, please!
| 1
|-
! 2 !! Plague Wind
| Witchfire || 12 || Unit
| {{40k-Ranged-Weapon-Profile|range=Template|strength=1|ap=2|type=Assault|rof=1|rules=Large Blast, Poisoned(4+)}} This power has no effect on Vehicles. This WILL dent anything else, including terminators. The poison 4+ does mean there's only a 50/50 chance of wounding, but the AP2 makes it better than trying to hit them with your swords. Note that the power of the same name in the [[Warhammer_40,000/Tactics/Psychic_101#Nurgle|Nurgle]] discipline is identical except for being WC2, so this is strictly better.
| 1
|-
! 3 !! Miasma of Pestilence
| Blessing || data-sort-value=0 | Self || Model
| Roll a D3 at the start of each Fight sub-phase. Until the end of the phase, all enemy units locked in melee with the target or his unit suffers -X to both WS and I, where X is the result on the D3. Cast this just before your herald and ONLY your herald gets stuck in; a greater daemon/prince will usually do without this buff unless he's facing something equally tough, so you have better things to spend your warp charges on.
| 1
|-
! 4 !! Rancid Visitation
| Witchfire (Nova) || 12 || Unit
| {{40k-Ranged-Weapon-Profile|range=12|strength=-|ap=2|type=Assault|rof=1|rules=Nova, Ignores Cover}} Each unit hit must pass a Toughness test or suffer a Wound; if that Wound slays a model, repeat. This thing is nasty if used right; combine with something to nerf toughness to make this a true monster.
| 2
|-
! 5 !! Final Decomposition
| Witchfire (Focused) || 12 || Unit
| {{40k-Ranged-Weapon-Profile|range=12|strength=-|ap=2|type=Assault|rof=1|rules=Ignores Cover, Instant Death}} This power has no effect on Vehicles, although it may target them. Instead of rolling To Wound, roll a D6; if you roll ''higher'' than the Wounds the model hit has remaining, it suffers 1 Wound with the listed profile. There is no errata, and the wording is "...for a model hit by this attack, its controlling player...", so if it matters to you, discuss with your opponent whether the power means the model's controlling player or the attack's controlling player.
| 2
|-
! 6 !! Putrescent Vitality
| Blessing || 24 || Unit (Daemon of Nurgle)
| Choose this power's WC when you cast it (no getting lucky and then upping the benefit, you have to decide the level before rolling); target unit adds this power's WC to its Toughness. Iron Arm is better as a personal power for Daemon Princes or GUO, but this can target anything other than the Psyker (although you can still target yourself with it if you want). So T7 Plaguebearers, or allow Nurglings to overcome stupid T3 Instant Death shenanigans. Remember that the benefit of the power is linear in its cost but the difficulty of casting it is exponential, so plan out your expenditure before casting.
| data-sort-value=1 | 1-3
|}

===Eldar Disciplines===
:The [[Eldar]], including the [[Harlequins]] but not the [[Dark Eldar]], have developed a few of their own disciplines, of course. There's also a discipline that belongs only to the [[Eldar#Eldar Corsairs|Eldar Corsairs]], but that's Forgeworld, in Imperial Armour Volume Eleven - The Doom of Mymeara. As usual with Forgeworld, expect even stranger than usual rules, interactions and [[skub|arguments over RAI]], and don't use without your opponent's permission.

====Craftworld Eldar====
=====Runes of Fate=====
:Available to [[Farseer|Farseers]] as well as [[Eldrad]]. Can be taken in addition to the [[Warhammer_40,000/Tactics/Psychic_101#Telepathy|Telepathy]], Daemonology (Sanctic), and [[Warhammer_40,000/Tactics/Psychic_101#Divination|Divination]] tables. Runes of Fate, as the name suggests, are mainly focused on changing the Eldar's fates for the better and their enemies' for the worse, though the Farseers do have a few potent witchfires in their mind-arsenals, including one of the most powerful in the whole game.

{| class="wikitable sortable" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"
|+ Runes of Fate Powers
! Number !! Name !! Type !! Range!! Target !! Description !! Charges
|-
! data-sort-value=0 | Primaris !! Guide
| Blessing
| 24
| Unit
| Guide, the most iconic and renowned power of the Farseer since time immemorial. Boosted significantly from past editions, the new Guide features a range of 24", twice the range of Prescience on the [[Warhammer_40,000/Tactics/Psychic_101#Divination|Divination]] table. The power basically twin-links the weapons of the target squad, allowing each and every model to re-roll their to-hit rolls for shooting (but unlike Prescience this only effects shooting, not assault). Under the new rules, the Farseer requires line of sight for this ability but it shouldn't be an issue. It's wonderful and grants greater power to the army on the whole, and even better, you will get it if you pick all powers from Runes of Fate (Psychic Focus!)
| 1
|-
! 1 !! Executioner
| Witchfire (Focused) (Profileless) || 24 || Model
| {{40k-Ranged-Weapon-Profile|range=24|strength=-|ap=-|type=Assault|rof=3|rules=Fleshbane}} A focused witchfire that deals 3 hits (which land automatically because this power actually doesn't have a weapon profile) to the model "hit" in the target unit, and, thanks to Fleshbane, always wounds on 2+ regardless of Toughness. If the model dies, another model from the same unit takes 2 of the same hits, and if that model is removed from play a following model receives 1 hit. Both additional models are chosen the same way as the first one - so all three are random or all three are chosen by the caster, if you paid to focus it.
| 1
|-
! 2 !! Doom
| Malediction || 24 || Unit
| This is another classic Farseer power and a powerful one at that, targeting an enemy within 24" and then all failed wounding/armor penetration rolls against them get a free re-roll for the turn (i.e. Shred). This is your primary assassination power, ensuring you kill that Commissar or bosspole Nob in one turn. Remember that since it's a Malediction, not a Blessing, even your non-Battle Brother allies get to re-roll against the debuffed foe, but the target will be allowed to try to Deny the Witch.
| 2
|-
! 3 !! Will of Asuryan
| Blessing || data-sort-value=0 | Self || Model
| You get a 12" bubble of Fearless and Adamantium Will. Great for making certain that you HOLD THE LINE! Though admittedly there are other ways to get Fearless units with Eldar. Adamantium Will makes the Farseer's unit and any nearby unit with a psyker a Denying machine. Recall that fleeing units will auto-regroup upon entering the bubble and becoming Fearless, and it also cancels the effects of Going To Ground. Send your Guardians to ground in a ruin for a nice 3+, pop this, have them stand back up and unload at full BS next turn.
| 2
|-
! 4 !! Fortune
| Blessing || 24 || Unit
| Now with 24" of range, this allows the Farseer to sit back and stay safe while the affected unit gets a re-roll on all failed saving throws AND Deny the Witch rolls until the Farseer's next turn. Remember the Farseer needs to have line of sight and it costs 2 warp charges. This is probably the strongest power ever to be available to this army. Anyone with Fortune is the absolute key to making even simple units become invincible rape trains. Warlocks, Wraithguard, shit...fucking Dire Avengers with a shimmershield start to scare the balls off of your enemy. Fortune is just one power that contributes to the lethality of a unit joined by the Seer.
| 2
|-
! 5 !! Mind War
| Witchfire (Focused) (Profileless) || 24 || Model
| {{40k-Ranged-Weapon-Profile|range=24|strength=-|ap=2|type=Assault|rof=1|rules=Ignores Cover}} Basically a simplified version of Psychic Shriek from [[Warhammer_40,000/Tactics/Psychic_101#Telepathy|Telepathy]], and more reliable. Changed a little in 7th but with no downside to the Farseer. Like Executioner, Mind War technically has no weapon profile, so you don't have to roll to hit. Each combatant (the psyker and the model hit) rolls a 1D6 and adds the result to their Leadership (so 1D6+10 for Farseers). Then you compare the two numbers; if the Farseer scores lower, nothing happens; if there is a draw, then the model instantly has their WS and BS dropped by 1 until the end of the next turn; if the Farseer scores higher, then the target ''also'' suffers the difference in wounds with no armour or cover saving throws allowed. Great if you can hit the unit with a Warlock's Horrify power in advance (see Runes of Battle below). Note that this power will never kill more than one model (all wounds it deals are always allocated to the same one), whereas Psychic Shriek targets and affects ''units'', so its wounds get spread around (and must be spread around, as it cannot be focused).
| 2
|-
! 6 !! Eldritch Storm
| Witchfire || 24 || Unit
| {{40k-Ranged-Weapon-Profile|range=24|strength=3|ap=3|type=Assault|rof=1|rules=Large/Apocalyptic Blast, Haywire, Fleshbane}} Classic Eldritch Storm! 3 Warp Charges makes this thing Large Blast, [[Awesome|4 Warp Charges makes it an apocalyptic 10" blast.]] You have to choose the casting value BEFORE you roll though, so no aiming for three, then getting lucky and upgrading the power. Hit anything up to and including MEQs with those pie plates and watch most if not all of the squad (or squads if you're going Apocalyptic!) go bye-bye. While WC4 makes your Farseer more likely to Peril, make sure you leave 1 WC remaining to ignore the wound using his/her Ghosthelm. Or just re-roll the offending dice with Runes of the Farseer, which you should probably save each turn for Eldritch Storm if you're planning to use it.
| data-sort-value=3 | 3/4
|}

=====Runes of Battle=====
:Available to [[Warlock (Eldar)|Warlocks]] and [[Spiritseer|Spiritseers]]. Warlocks have tempered their powers to a fine edge, but every sword in their hands can be used as a shield, allowing them to use each power either for themselves or against their foes, giving these psykers a supreme range of versatility. As such, each roll on the Runes of Battle table is a pair of powers, one offensive and one defensive.

{| class="wikitable sortable" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"
|+ Runes of Battle Powers
! Number !! Name !! Type !! Range !! Target !! Description !! Charges
|-
! data-sort-value=0 | Primaris !! Conceal/Reveal
| Blessing/Malediction
| Self/18
| Unit
| Conceal grants the Warlock the Shrouded special rule and as such benefits the whole squad attached to him. A +2 to existing cover saves or just a flat out 5+ cover in the open is phenomenal. No Warlock would go wrong taking Conceal as most units benefit from enhanced defenses and a cover save booster like this goes great with everything that can benefit from it. Reveal, by contrast, strips both the Stealth AND Shrouded rules from an enemy in range; this can sometimes strip powerful defenses from units you are planning to wipe out. However, like all Runes of Battle, you need to make tactical use of the power which may be often skipped for the benefits of Conceal.
| 1
|-
! 1 !! Destructor/Renewer
| Witchfire/Blessing
| Template/18
| Unit/Model
| {{40k-Ranged-Weapon-Profile|range=Template|strength=5|ap=4|type=Assault|rof=1, Soul Blaze}} Destructor is the Kamehameha of Warlocks, an iconic power from codices of old. It's a psychic heavy flamer that now features the Soul Blaze special rule; as it is copypasta of [[Warhammer_40,000/Tactics/Psychic_101#Pyromancy|Flame Breath]], but ''also'' ships with Renewer, it is strictly better. As a power and not an actual weapon, the Warlock cannot fire this in overwatch. Renewer is a big tool for the right units, a nearly unheard of targeted healing power that restores a single allied model in range for a single lost wound. Most models only have one wound to begin with so this power doesn't affect them (and cannot be cast as a phoenix down) but instead serves a fantastic purpose when targeting most HQ units or durable multiwound models in the army such as Wraithlords and Wraithknights, as well as the potent Avatar of Khaine. HEALMEHAMEHAAA!
| 1
|-
! 2 !! Embolden/Horrify
| Blessing/Malediction
| Self/18
| Unit
| Embolden is back from the old codex but with a different effect, granting the Warlock and his unit Fearless rather than Leadership re-rolling powers. This is both a boost and a nerf over the previous version as, on the one hand, Fearless straight up negates Pinning, Morale, etc., but on the other, Embolden used to allow for re-rolling on your Leadership tests, which included psychic powers, an ability beloved by power-spamming Seers and what have you. Horrify is a power that is unfair to judge on its lonesome. At its core it simply reduces the Leadership of an enemy unit by 3, making them of course more susceptible to Morale tests and the like. However, with the advent of multiple Pinning weapons in the new Eldar codex as well as that of the Hemlock Wraithfighter's Mindshock pod, the Horrify power has enormous effect. A unit with reduced Leadership is at best LD7 now, reducing their chance of success against any and all Pinning or Morale tests. Also makes the Farseer's Mind War far more reliable AND potent.
| 1
|-
! 3 !! Enhance/Drain
| Blessing/Malediction
| 18
| Unit
| Enhance is yet another staple of the Warlock powers of yesteryear. Often seen in Seer Councils and Storm Guardian squads, this power gives a simple boost of +1WS and Initiative to a unit. Eldar are already quick to the punch, but with this power what they did well just got even better. Storm Guardians and Wraithblades (Spiritseer support) see a noticeable gain from the power and should have it active at all times prior to an assault. Drain sucks out the same benefits that Enhance gives, reducing an enemy’s WS and Initiative by 1. Unless you are assaulting a squad with two or more of your own units, Drain is not recommended over Enhance as a lucky Deny the Witch can negate the power. However, like all tactical powers, you have to cast each power according to which effect would benefit you the most.
| 1
|-
! 4 !! Protect/Jinx
| Blessing/Malediction
| 18
| Unit
| Protect is a power that even idiots understand and appreciate, a simple but potent bonus to a unit's existing armor save by 1. This is quality cheddar right here—Guardians of both kinds now get armor that can stop bolters, while Windriders, Fire Dragons or Striking Scorpions now might as well have artificer armor. Wraithblades will become nigh-unkillable tarpits from hell. Probably even better on a Spiritseer than a Warlock, but won't go amiss either way. Jinx, by comparison, has an equally nuts benefit for you as Protect, reducing an enemy’s armor save by 1, making them that much easier to kill off. Now units like Terminators suddenly fear AP3 Reapers, Spears, and Banshees, and 4+ units suddenly become instantly shredded by mere shuriken catapults, making Guardian firepower or similar a hurricane of death. Against units who are relying more on their cover or invulnerable save, the benefits of this power are reduced somewhat.
| 1
|-
! 5 !! Quicken/Restrain
| Blessing/Malediction
| 18
| Unit
| Quicken grants your unit the signature swiftness of the Eldar and improves the running distance of the unit by a flat 3", letting you close gaps or create them that much easier. With Battle Focus on just about every Eldar model, this power only flops when the unit happens to be hunkered down in cover and won't be running for the rest of the game (I’m looking at you, Rangers and Dark Reapers). Restrain, by comparison, is a power I don't honestly find very useful. Stripping away an enemy’s ability to run sounds useful, but the range of the power is 18", so you were already pretty close to the unit to start, and except for the Eldar most armies sacrifice their shooting in order to use run in the first place, and cannot charge into assault if they do so. Useful for slowing down objective-grabbers or melee deathstars, though.
| 1
|-
! 6 !! Empower/Enervate
| Blessing/Malediction
| Self/18
| Unit
| Empower instantly grants the psyker and his attached unit an extra +1 Strength. This is enough to make Storm Guardians actually effective against T4, though Vaul's Wrath, Guardian Defenders, and Windriders usually don't care. Spiritseers could get more mileage out of it, though — Banshees, Scorpions, and Wraithblades really like this. (Can't usefully use it on Shining Spears, though. Roll on Daemonology with a Farseer hoping for Hammerhand if you want to try that.) Enervate also has a limited benefit to you most days of the week, stripping the enemy squad (which I remind you is already within 18" of you) of 1 Strength to reduce their threat in melee. Now this is alright if you know you’re getting charged next turn and the drop in strength is the key difference in melee ability, like Marines against Wraithguard. However, on the whole, few units even need their regular strength to threaten your flimsy Eldar, as our brittle bones clock in at a pitiful T3 while most armies boast at least a S4. Like Enhance/Drain, you want to choose carefully between the two abilities. It's worth noting here that S2 can't wound T6 targets, so when charging anything with S3 (like a blob of Guardsmen, Cultists, Orks, and all brands of Eldar) with Wraithblades, always have your Warlock or Spiritseer cast Enervate. Then the only thing your Wraithblades will feel on the return swing is a soothing foot massage.
| 1
|}

====Harlequins====
=====Phantasmancy=====
:Available to [[Shadowseer|Shadowseers]]. Harlequin psykers, as you might imagine, specialize in [[Cegorach|hilarious dickery]].

{| class="wikitable sortable" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"
|+ Phantasmancy Powers
! Number !! Name !! Type !! Range !! Target !! Description !! Charges
|-
! data-sort-value=0 | Primaris !! Veil of Tears
| Blessing
| Self
| Unit
| You know it. You love it. You swear by it. Anyone who tries shooting at your psyker's squad has to roll 2D6x2. If they're not within a distance equal to the result, the enemy unit may not fire this turn, so not only are you not hit, but neither is anyone else if your opponent was foolish enough to use Split Fire and shoot the Veiled unit first. It would be great if Shadowseers could take jetbikes, but it's still infinitely better than Night Fighting.
| 1
|-
! 1 !! Dance of Shadows
| Blessing
| 18
| Unit
| Grants Stealth and Shrouded to a target unit. It is better than the Runes of Battle power Conceal because it can affect a target other than the psyker; this becomes very impressive on allied Dark Eldar units (like Wyches) who are generally quite fragile anyway and in need of some protection against shooting. Cast this on a Venom or Starweaver for a 2+ cover jink save, that lets you charge.
| 1
|-
! 2 !! Peal of Discord
| Witchfire (Nova)
| 9
| Unit
| {{40k-Ranged-Weapon-Profile|range=9|strength=4|ap=-|type=Assault|rof=2D6|rules=Nova, Concussive}} Good for keeping mobs at bay as prep for a charge.
| 1
|-
! 3 !! Shards of Light
| Witchfire
| 24
| Unit
| {{40k-Ranged-Weapon-Profile|range=24|strength=3|ap=-|type=Assault|rof=3D6|rules=Blind}} Not fantastic since many armies have high enough stats to both tank the shots and pass the Blind test, but very good for distracting Tau (though most Tau Battlesuits have Black Sun Filters that give them immunity to Blind, so not as useful as it would seem, but useful against Fire Warriors and Pathfinders), Orks, or Necrons with low Initiative scores and foiling their plans to shoot or assault. Necrons in particular will hate you for this power, particularly everything with a Tesla weapon.
| 1
|-
! 4 !! Fog of Dreams
| Malediction
| 24
| Unit
| Invisibility without the insane cheesiness since it only affects one unit. Forces the targeted unit to fire only snap-shots (BS1) and only hit in melee on a 6. Not quite as awesome as the Veil, but this one's useful for melee too, and unlike Shards of Light, it's a Malediction so you don't need to roll for it to hit them or worry about them passing the Blind test. Possibly causes a rules paradox when cast on Kharn. He Denies on a 2+ though, so don't bother trying. This is AMAZINGLY powerful when used against some uber-unit, like a Knight, Draigo with his Paladins, a Baneblade, or even a Titan. Also kind of fun to cast on an enemy unit with a psyker that used Invisibility, essentially reversing its effects and making the unit useless for that turn. Yes, you won't be able to kill it, but it will also be unable to do shit.
| 2
|-
! 5 !! Laugh of Sorrows
| Witchfire (Profileless)
| 24
| Unit
| This has two ways to screw the enemy over: after casting (the power automatically hits), the target must roll two separate Leadership tests. If the first one fails, they take a wound for every point they fail it by; if they pass the second one, they take a wound for every point they pass it by; in both cases, no armor or cover saves are allowed. A power so dickish only a true worshipper of Cegorach could have thought it up. This has a way to wound literally any enemy who can't Deny it or get lucky with Leadership tests, since high or low, your opponent's leadership values will catch him out. Remember, invulnerable saves and Feel No Pain both work against it. The power inflicts '''Wounds''', remember, so don't bother to cast it on a Vehicle, even though you technically can.
| 2
|-
! 6 !! Mirror of Minds
| Witchfire (Focused) (Profileless)
| 24
| Model
| Another violently trolltastic power. After casting (the power automatically hits), you and the enemy model each roll a 1D6 and add your Leadership to the result; if you win or draw, they take a wound with no armor or cover saves allowed; they win and it's over. Sounds like Purge Soul from Sanctic, right? Well, it isn't; you get to do this again and again for each win you take until your enemy either wins or dies.
| 2
|}

====Corsairs====
=====Aethermancy=====
:Available to Corsair Void Dreamers. Aethermancy is chiefly concerned with movement, conferring highly tactical teleportation, speed, and Deep Strike abilities to the already very mobile Corsairs.

{| class="wikitable sortable" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"
|+ Aethermancy Powers
! Number !! Name !! Type !! Range !! Target !! Description !! Charges
|-
! data-sort-value=0 | Primaris !! Path Ward
| Blessing
| -
| Unit
| The target unit (which must be of the Eldar Corsairs faction) always gets maximum distance for Run, difficult terrain, Charge distance, Thrust, Hit and Run distance, and Reckless Abandon distance. No range given, which probably means infinite range. (There is no FAQ on this.) This power takes the randomness out of all of those tricky mobility rules, making them reliable and much more useful. It's situational, but it can make a big difference under the right circumstances.
| 2
|-
! 1 !! Warp Blink
| Blessing/Malediction?
| 6
| Unit
| Teleports the target unit, friendly or enemy, 2D6" in a direction you choose, and can't be used on units locked in combat. This can cause some shenanigans on a good roll, but its tiny range strips it of most would-be usefulness. You can give a very nearby unit a boost towards or away from someone or something, possibly enabling an important assault or avoiding an enemy's, but after that they're on their own unless your Void Dreamer follows them or something, which would be dumb. Its power type isn't specified, which may cause some rule confusion, but it has the same "shape" as other psychic powers which are blessings when targeting friendly units and maledictions when targeting enemy units.
| 1
|-
! 2 !! Dispersion Field
| Blessing
| 12
| Unit
| Grants a 4+ cover save. Always useful, couldn't be more straightforward.
| 1
|-
! 3 !! Webway Rift
| Witchfire
| 12
| Unit
| {{40k-Ranged-Weapon-Profile|range=12|strength=3|ap=6|type=Heavy|rof=1|rules=Large Blast, Poisoned (3+)}} Webway Rift is a weak witchfire, but it can be used to set up a pretty sick Corsair maneuver called the Rum Slingshot. Google it. It involves too many specific rules and circumstances to discuss here.
| 1
|-
! 4 !! Webway Breach
| Blessing
| 12
| Unit
| Select one friendly Corsair unit not locked in combat to enter Ongoing Reserves. Get tactically creative, and you can pull some nasty tricks with this one.
| 2
|-
! 5 !! Warp Tunnel
| Blessing
| 6
| Unit
| The Void Dreamer and his unit, OR a friendly Corsair unit, may Deep Strike anywhere on the board without scatter AND may shoot and assault after arriving. However, for every full 6" traveled, the unit rolls a D6. For each 1 rolled, they take a savable wound. This is super useful as the targeted unit can be potentially anywhere you need them to be at a moment's notice and immediately do what you need them to do once they're there. And the drawback isn't as bad as it seems; if you teleport 36", for example, on average the unit only takes a single savable wound, which is well worth the practical and psychological effects of this power. A Wraithknight could easily teleport 72" and come through unscathed to start wrecking shit.
| 2
|-
! 6 !! Webway Maze
| Malediction?
| 12
| Unit
| An enemy unit not locked in combat is placed into Ongoing Reserves. This can target Gargantuan creatures and vehicles, but not Super-Heavy vehicles. Again, the power type isn't specified, though it sounds like a Malediction. Other Corsairs, Dark Eldar, Craftworld Eldar, and Harlequins add +1 to their Deny the Witch attempts against this power.
| 3
|}

Uniquely, Eldar Corsairs also have their own Perils of the Warp results table to represent their specific vulnerabilities to Slaanesh, since, as outcasts and pirates, they don't have access to the tools and training that Craftworld psykers use to protect themselves from the ancient scourge of the Eldar race.

{| class="wikitable sortable" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"
|+ '''Corsair Perils of the Warp'''
! Name !! Number !! Result
|-
! Devoured
| 1
| The psyker turns on his allies as his soul is torn out and replaced with a Slaaneshi daemon. He gets all the rules associated with Daemon of Slaanesh and is now under the control of your opponent. Sucks to be you.
|-
! Soul Wracked
| 2-3
| Slaanesh claws at the souls of your psyker and his unit. They are Pinned, and your opponent may choose to change the target of the power that was cast, or cancel it.
|-
! Warp Terrors
| 4-5
| The psyker, his unit, and all Corsairs within 12" must take a Morale check on the highest two dice of a 3D6 roll or start falling back, and considering that Corsairs don't like regroup tests, this can absolutely cripple your army.
|-
! The Eye of She-Who-Thirsts
| 6
| Nothing happens immediately, but for the rest of the game your psykers now trigger Perils on any double roll, not just double sixes. If this is already in effect, re-roll the Perils result.
|}

====Ynnari====
=====Revenant=====
:The Ynnari, a confederation of Eldar, Dark Eldar, and Harlequins, were taught a new Psychic discipline by [[Ynnead]].

{| class="wikitable sortable" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"
|+ Revenant Powers
! Number !! Name !! Type !! Range!! Target !! Description !! Charges
|-
! data-sort-value=0 | Primaris !! Spirit Hook
| Witchfire (Focused) (Profileless) || 18
| Model
| {{40k-Ranged-Weapon-Profile|range=18|strength=6 or 3|ap=2|type=Assault|rof=1|rules=Ignores Cover}} If your Leadership value is higher than the target then this is S6, otherwise it is S3. Vehicles are immune to this power.
| 1
|-
! 1 !! Shield of Ynnead
| Blessing || data-sort-value=0 | Self || Model
| All friendly units within 7" get a 6+ invulnerable save (an "aura" or "bubble" effect on the Psyker, rather than on the units). Better than nothing, and can stack with Sanctic Daemonology's "Sanctuary" power for a 5+.
| 1
|-
! 2 !! Storm of Whispers
| Witchfire (Nova) || 9 || Units
| {{40k-Ranged-Weapon-Profile|range=9|strength=3|ap=2|type=Assault|rof=2D6|rules=Ignores Cover, Pinning, Nova}} Although it is hampered by short range and low strength, the potential for a high number (average = 7 ''per unit'', notice a theme?) of armour and cover ignoring shots is not to be sniffed at.
| 1
|-
! 3 !! Word of the Phoenix
| Blessing || 24 || Unit
| Pick a friendly unit with ''Strength from Death'' within 24". That unit may immediately make a Soulburst action. Consider this your uber form of "Vanhel's Dance Macabre" where you can rapidly get your units where they need to be. You've just moved, so move again... Or just get a free round of shooting if you're already close enough. No real point in getting a unit to charge during the psychic phase.
| 2
|-
! 4 !! Ancestor's Grace
| Blessing || 14 || Unit (Nonvehicle)
| Gives a friendly unit +1 on WS, BS, I, A & Ld, as well as ''Adamantium Will''. A better form of the "Enhance" runes of battle power combined with an element of "Will of Asuryan" from the runes of fate.
| 2
|-
! 5 !! Unbind Souls
| Witchfire || 12 || Unit
| {{40k-Ranged-Weapon-Profile|range=12|strength=4|ap=-|type=Assault|rof=X, where X is the number of models in the target|rules='''Soulreap''': ''Any'' casualties trigger Strength from Death, without needing to wipe out the entire unit.}} Ynnari generally struggle against horde units, as their mechanics ae geared towards punishing MSU. Now this power not only effectively deal with hordes, but also allow your units to activate their extra actions from them. Straight up better then Word of the Phoenix, as it's all but guaranteed to get at least one kill, unless you're firing it on something ridiculously tough.
| 2
|-
! 6 !! Gaze of Ynnead
| Witchfire || 12 || Unit
| {{40k-Ranged-Weapon-Profile|range=12|strength=10|ap=1|type=Assault|rof=1|rules=Ignores Cover, Ignores Invulnerable}} [[awesome|No Invulnerable saves can be taken against this power.]] While this is pretty much a guaranteed wound, just bear in mind that it is WC3 for a single shot that can still miss.
| data-sort-value=3 | 3
|}

===Tyranid Disciplines===
:The [[Tyranids]] and [[Genestealer Cult|Genestealer Cults]] have a couple disciplines, too, although for poorly explained reasons, there is no model in the game with access to both.

====Powers of the Hive Mind (Tyranids)====
:Available to [[Hive Tyrant]]s and [[Zoanthrope]]s.

{| class="wikitable sortable" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"
|+ Powers of the Hive Mind
! Number !! Name !! Type !! Range !! Target !! Description !! Charges
|-
! data-sort-value=0 | Primaris !! Dominion
| Blessing
| Self
| Model
| Adds 6" to the psyker's Synapse Range. Pretty decent. It never hurts to give your swarms more breathing room from being crammed up. With the new FAQ for 7th edition out now, psykers without the Synapse rule who cast dominion gain a 6" Synapse Range for the duration of the power.
| 1
|-
! 1 !! Catalyst
| Blessing
| 12
| Unit
| The psyker, its unit, and one friendly unit within 12" gains Feel No Pain. What's not to like? Cast this puppy on that 30-strong brood of Devilgaunts in area terrain with a Venomthrope for a 3+ cover 5+ FNP, and anyone who can't bring Ignores Cover S6+ weapons is little more than lunch meat.
| 1
|-
! 2 !! The Horror
| Malediction
| 24
| Unit
| A malediction that makes an enemy unit take a Pinning test with a -2 modifier. This one is...okay. Much like Fear, Pinning shouldn't be relied on, though it can still be useful in certain situations. Also the only psychic power that Broodlords know.
| 1
|-
! 3 !! Onslaught
| Blessing
| 24
| Unit
| Oh look, a blessing that lets a unit run AND shoot in the Shooting phase. Makes up for the relatively short range weapons that need to get close quickly like Impaler Cannons, Devourers, Bio-Plasma and Bio-Plasmic Cannons. A good power to have!
| 1
|-
! 4 !! Paroxysm
| Malediction
| 24
| Unit
| Reduces the unit's Weapon Skill and Ballistic skill by D3 (for both when you roll). Makes the Haruspex really good at killing elite infantry, what with the getting an extra attack for every wound it inflicts (new attacks do not generate new attacks). The previous version was better, but let's count our blessings and maledictions where we can.
| 1
|-
! 5 !! Psychic Scream
| Witchfire (Nova)
| 6
| Unit
| Basically an area-effect version of Psychic Shriek. For every enemy unit within the 6" range, roll 2D6+2 and substract the target’s Leadership from this roll. The unit suffers a number of wounds equal to the result with no armor or cover saves allowed. This power is absolutely splendid. Being within 6" of something that can cast this means Shadow in the Warp goes into effect, so it's effectively 2D6+5, due to Shadow's -3 Leadership.
| 1
|-
! 6 !! Warp Blast
| Witchfire
| data-sort-value=24 | 24/18
| Unit
| {{40k-Ranged-Weapon-Profile|range=24|strength=5|ap=3|type=Assault|rof=1|rules=Blast}} {{40k-Ranged-Weapon-Profile|range=18|strength=10|ap=2|type=Assault|rof=1|rules=Lance}} Choose one profile when you cast this; you have a choice between a light to medium infantry killer blast or a tank killer blast. Both are short range, but both pack a punch. Zoanthropes still know this power by default, thankfully.
| 2
|}

====Broodmind (Genestealer Cults)====
:Available to [[Genestealer Patriarch|Genestealer Patriarchs]] and [[Genestealer Magus|Magi]].

{| class="wikitable sortable" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"
|+ Broodmind Powers
! Number !! Name !! Type !! Range !! Target !! Description !! Charges
|-
! data-sort-value=0 | Primaris !! Mass Hypnosis
| Malediction
| 24
| Unit
| Reduces the target unit's WS, BS, Attacks, and Initiative by 1.
| 1
|-
! 1 !! Psychic Stimulus
| Blessing
| 24
| Unit
| Grants the unit Fleet and Relentless, and also allows them to charge after running.
| 1
|-
! 2 !! Psionic Blast
| Witchfire
| 24
| Unit
| {{40k-Ranged-Weapon-Profile|range=24|strength=5|ap=3|type=Assault|rof=1|rules=Small Blast}} It's Warp Blast from the Powers of the Hive Mind table, but without the tank killer option and only WC1. As a result, strictly better than [[Warhammer_40,000/Tactics/Psychic_101#Librarius.2FSinistrum|The Emperor's Wrath]], due to having another 6" of range with no other changes.
| 1
|-
! 3 !! Might From Beyond
| Blessing
| 24
| Unit
| A target unit gains +1 Strength and Rage. This is very useful, especially on large squads.
| 1
|-
! 4 !! Mental Onslaught
| Witchfire (Focused)
| 24
| Model
| Yet another variation on Psychic Shriek from [[Warhammer_40,000/Tactics/Psychic_101#Telepathy|Telepathy]]. Compare Leadership values and add 1D6. On a draw, the target suffers -3 Initiative for a turn. If the psyker wins, the target takes the difference in wounds.
| 2
|-
! 5 !! Mind Control
| Witchfire (Focused)
| 24
| Unit
| Choose a single non-vehicle enemy unit and immediately make a shooting attack with it as if it were yours. See that Stormsurge over there with all of those one-shot missiles? The one with all of those deadly weapons? Yeah, it's yours for a turn. Use it on your buddy's Wraithguard. Watch them kill their Spiritseer. Sip martini.
| 2
|-
! 6 !! Telepathic Summons
| Conjuration
| 24
| None
| Spend 2 Warp Charges: Summon 5 Acolytes, 5 Metamorphs, or 10 Neophytes. Spend 3 Warp Charges: Summon 10 Acolytes, 10 Metamorphs, 20 Neophytes, 4 Aberrants, or 8 Genestealers. The summoned unit can be equipped with ANY UPGRADES listed on their data sheet as per the summoning rules.
| 2/3
|}

===Ork Disciplines===
:[[Warhammer_40,000/Tactics/Orks|Orks]], naturally, have their own zany discipline, although, strangely, only one. Given that all of them are at least very minor psykers, you'd think there'd at least be disciplines for [[Gork]] and [[Mork]], not to mention one for each tribe. Oh, well.

====Powers of da Waaagh!====

:;Overview
::Available to [[Weirdboy|Weirdboyz]]. Naturally, every Ork psychic power except for two is meant to destroy things loudly and spectacularly, and three of those five are AP 2; the Powers of da Waaagh are not subtle. This makes using Weirdboys fairly predictable if you're planning on running them as "another gun" to round out your army. Da Jump is fairly gimmicky, but Warpath can give a mob that extra boost right before it charges.

{| class="wikitable sortable" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"
|+ Powers of da Waaagh!
! Number !! Name !! Type !! Range !! Target !! Description !! Charges
|-
! data-sort-value=0 | Primaris !! Frazzle
| Witchfire || 24 || Unit
| {{40k-Ranged-Weapon-Profile|range=24|strength=6|ap=3|type=Assault|rof=1|rules=Blast}} A reliable Marine killer. Strictly better than [[Warhammer_40,000/Tactics/Psychic_101#Broodmind_.28Genestealer_Cults.29|Psionic Blast]], at +1S compared to it, and therefore also strictly better than [[Warhammer_40,000/Tactics/Psychic_101#Librarius.2FSinistrum|The Emperor's Wrath]], at +1S and +6" range.
| 1
|-
! 1 !! 'Eadbanger
| Witchfire (Focused) (Profileless) || 24 || Model
| {{40k-Ranged-Weapon-Profile|range=24|strength=-|ap=2|type=Assault|rof=1|rules=Ignores Cover}} Model hit must pass a Toughness test or suffer a wound with no armour or cover saves allowed. [[Warhammer_40,000/Tactics/Psychic_101#Biomancy|Haemorrhage]] and [[Warhammer_40,000/Tactics/Psychic_101#Sanguinary_.28Blood_Angels.29|Blood Boil]] both inflict *two* tests at 18" (and Blood Boil ignores invuln saves), followed by propagated damage, and [[Warhammer_40,000/Tactics/Psychic_101#Plague_.28Nurgle.29|Rancid Visitation]] only hits at 12" but is a Nova (all enemy units in range are hit, can hit units locked in combat) and propagates damage; the benefit of 'Eadbanger is that those other powers are WC2 and this one is WC1, but its output is much less than half as good. Try to avoid getting this power if you can; Frazzle will serve you much better, in particular.
| 1
|-
! 2 !! Warpath
| Blessing || Self || Unit
| All models in the Weirdboy's unit that have the [[Warhammer_40,000/Tactics/Orks#General_Rules|'Ere We Go!]] special rule gain +1 Attack.
| 1
|-
! 3 !! Da Jump
| Blessing || Self || Unit
| Deep Strike the Weirdboy's unit anywhere. Strictly worse than [[Warhammer_40,000/Tactics/Psychic_101#Sanctic|Gate of Infinity]]; if you roll doubles on scatter, your unit can only Snap Fire for a turn. Given standard Ork accuracy, this is not all that bad of a problem, as long as you don't need to fire blasts. Use at your own peril. Great at setting up Killbolt or Power Vomit, if you roll one of them.
| 2
|-
! 4 !! Killbolt
| Witchfire || 18 || Unit
| {{40k-Ranged-Weapon-Profile|range=18|strength=10|ap=2|type=Assault|rof=1|rules=Beam}} For killing tanks or things in straight lines...no other special rules needed to make this nastier.
| 2
|-
! 5 !! Power Vomit
| Witchfire || Template || Unit
| {{40k-Ranged-Weapon-Profile|range=Template|strength=7|ap=2|type=Assault|rof=1|rules=Template}} A psychic flamer. Quite powerful.
| 2
|-
! 6 !! Da Krunch
| Witchfire || 24 || Unit
| {{40k-Ranged-Weapon-Profile|range=24|strength=2D6|ap=4|type=Assault|rof=1|rules=Large Blast, Barrage}} The mighty foot of Gork (or possibly Mork) descends from the heavens in the form of a large blast barrage. If the Strength rolled is higher than 10, the foot comes down again...and again...until less than 10 Strength is rolled or the target is dead.
| 2
|}

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{{Game Infobox
|name = Pathfinder Roleplaying Game Second Edition
|picture = [[File:2E-Logo.png|300px]]
|type = [[RPG]]
|publisher = Paizo
|authors = Jason Buhlman
|year = 2019
}}

{{Topquote|You could not [[Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition|live with your own failure]], where did that bring you? Back to me.|Paizo after the [[OGL]] debacle}}

'''''Pathfinder Roleplaying Game Second Edition''''' is, as you'd expect, the second version of the D&D clone that is [[Pathfinder]]. That said, however, there is a lot changed here from the original's framework, going for a significantly more [[feat]]-centric playstyle. Though this is still a d20 game at its core, the mechanics being a good deal less complicated, and focused on a different direction than what was originally accomplished - as if they were trying to make their own game that shed its old identity.

This has, of course, brought about all sorts of [[skub|reasonable and eloquent discussion]] in regards to the identity of Pathfinder itself. Most glaringly, there is the obvious outcry from the loyalists who have now wasted about ten years of their life and several hundreds, if not thousands, of dollars in books about a single system and are now bemoaning that now Paizo's cutting off all support for it. While this is all true, it's also true that nobody's forcing people to play this new edition (Though that hasn't stopped neck-beards from screeching before). The second was how much this new system was "pretending" to become a lot more tactical in a manner similar to [[4E]], the sort of thing Pathfinder was straying away from and even opposed back when 1E was established. Similar to this are the claims that this is meant to be a competitor to [[Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition|5E]] because they claim things are getting dumbed down. While it is true that the system's been simplified from the 3.5E-plus-a-few-addons of 1E, it's still nowhere near the pick-up-and-play/braindead simplicity of 5E.

While the game hadn't necessarily been unpopular -- it had a considerable following for a couple years and was slowly growing in popularity -- it did gain a considerable groundswell in popularity following the [[Open Game License]] debacle, which saw Paizo leading an army of publishers in championing for the original OGL to remain in effect while [[Wizards of the Coast]] sought to replace it with something more draconian. Combined with Paizo's own intent on creating a truly open-source and system-agnostic license to maintain the OGL being actually open for all devs (called the Open RPG Creative License, or [[Orc|ORC]]) and it's attained a bit of a reputation as an entry-level alternative to people fed up with 5E and WotC's bullshit.

In April 2023 Paizo announced a "Remaster" of PF2e to come out later that year. Stressing that it is not a 2.5 but just moving things around and adding in errata where needed, it does sound like some things will be changing such as the name of the core books (now referred to as "Player Core 1+2", "GM Core" and "Monster Core") and tweaking the classes and ancestries. Of course, these books will also be the first to be released under their brand-new ORC. For the most part the remaster seems focused on removing/renaming concepts tied to D&D/OGL (for example Spell Levels changed to Spell Ranks), the old "get rid of alignment and replace it with something else" popping up, though mechanical changes are also coming, whether the removal of alignment will make Champion mirror 5e's Paladin with an "Oath"-like system or if it will take a new direction is as of yet unknown.

==Noted Changes from 1E to 2E (As Gleaned from the Playtest)==
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Because we have the final version, this section is unnecessary, but is preserved for posterity. And lulz.

The Second Edition Playtest took place between August and December 2018, wherein players had access to a free CRB, Bestiary, and several adventures to play them in (Split between five Pathfinder Society scenarios and ''Doomsday Dawn'', a pseudo-[[Adventure Path]] that was more like a clip-show between several loosely-connected plots.) There was also the option to buy these books as physical merch, but doing so proved that your brain was on loan this whole time. All of the feedback was directed towards Paizo's surveys and forums, which could have been a good centralizing point - if Paizo knew which comments to sift through in the avalanche of slush, salt, and general idiocy that comes with such a community. To their credit, they did at least release errata in a semi-regular fashion as well as some alternative ideas.

Needless to say, the playtest was quite contentious. Between a lot of features that people just outright hated, imbalance that took several months before addressing, if at all, and the simple need to adjust to a brand-new system, there was plenty to hate about this system. However, there was also some points that people respected, chiefly the streamlining of skills, the ease of making characters, and the improvements to healing outside of the cleric.
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* Races
** Goblins are now a default race.
** Half-Elves and Half-Orcs were briefly <s>racial</s> ancestry feats that humans can take at first level. This was dropped in later stage of the playtest.
*** The 10/24 errata decided to offer all the other races a selection of subraces that gave particular perks based on racial variants. For some, this restored at least one racial feature, but others gained a bit of an environmental theming. This also includes half-elves and half-orcs, whom are now under humans.
** Each race now adds +2 to two stats, -2 to one stat, and a +2 to any stat you want so long as it wasn't mentioned before. Humans just grab two floating stat boosts.
** HP is now added between a racial HP value and the Class HP value, which includes Con. Just like Starfinder, but without any stamina to buffer out.
** Many of the key features of each race has been cut out and moved into ancestry feats that you gain at level 1 and every 4 thereafter. All that remains before factoring in subrace is just their types and whether or not they have darkvision.
* Classes
** Alchemists are a core class now. However their pseudo-casting is now replaced with the ability to learn and slap together whatever alchemical items they want by spending their <s>Int-dependent Resonance</s> special resources.
*** The 11/05 errata realized just how crippling using resonance for everything was and instead gave a whole separate pool made just so alchemists can make their things.
*** The 11/05 errata also finally divorces the bombs from the class' progression and gives a choice between four subclasses: bomber, poisoner, medic, and mutagenist. Each gains improvements as the class levels up, including the ability to infinitely produce certain low-level items.
** Barbarians no longer have a pool of turns per day with which they can rage, but now they can spend it infinitely...for three turns before needing to cool off for a turn. It's...strange to adjust to, and it especially hurts animal totem barbs, who need to rage for their natural attacks.
*** The 11/05 errata made this even weirder by replacing the flat 3 turns with an ongoing save. See, every turn after the first, the barb has to roll an increasingly difficult save to continue raging or run out of fuel instead. This method is contested for the fact that it offers little better for the number of turns to rage (especially when 5E's barbarians could rage for an entire minute without any need to save) while now painting the funny image of all barbarians being asthmatic or running the risk of throwing out their backs with each turn.
**** Well actually it does make sense fluffwise. Barbarians are effectively redlining their bodies through their rage to pull off superhuman feats. As they grow stronger they can handle doing this for longer periods of time.
*** Totems (a popular addition to Barbarians due to adding new and fantastical abilities) are now a default feature, giving various features from hauling fuckoff-huge weapons to turning into an animal, as well as granting a special damage resistance while raging. They also force a taboo that strips any special rage powers if broken, with the exception of the Fury Totem (essentially the vanilla barbarian which instead gives a free extra class feat).
** Bards get full spell progression.
*** The three main deals of bards (lots of utility in knowledge skills, performance to replace skills, and magical music) into three separate subclasses. The 11/05 errata gated some feats to certain subclasses and adds a feat to enable multi-subclassing.
** Cleric domains don't grant spells anymore, only powers (which are just spells that require Spell Points to cast). Instead, clerics get extra spells determined by what god they worship (no word on how this'll work with original settings).
*** There are multiple forces that have managed to dethrone the cleric's undisputed rule as healmaster, from the Medicine skill actually being not-shit in healing, healing potions being rather cheap, Alchemists, and errata reducing the uses of channel energy.
** Druids get subclasses based upon Orders: <s>Canadian</s> Leaf (Casters with Leshys for familiars), Storm (Blaster druids), Wild (Wildshape-focused), and Animal (Pets)
** Paladins pretty much get three things guaranteed to them: a reaction (giving an ally protection from an attack and striking back), Lay on Hands, and the ability to infuse holy spirits to one thing (weapon, steed, and the newcomer shield). However, the issue with this is that due to how the action economy is, this means that shield-users are trapped every turn between blowing their reactions on their reaction power or using their shields. Forutnately, the 11/05 errata gave a few feats that grant bonus reactions explicitly for reaction powers and shield users (if you decided for some reason to use your divine bond on shields).
*** As of the 11/05 errata, Paladins are no longer forced into being Lawful Good. While the LG types retain the reactive strike power, the Neutral Good and Chaotic Good paladins gain new powers and different laws to enforce (NG can penalize the attack or weaken future ones that turn, CG allows for saves against grappling). Meanwhile, there's nothing known about how they'll do [[Blackguard|Antipaladin]]s, if at all.
** Rangers are pretty much gutted. All they really keep is the ability to hunt down targets (replacing the oft-loathed Favored Enemy with something more universal) and their ability to walk through terrain like nobody's business. The only fighting styles they have for them so far are dual-wielding, crossbows, and (as of the 10/26 errata) archery
*** The 11/05 errata enables rangers to do a few things to targeted foes: spam multi-attacks with reduced penalties (the original version), snipe for extra damage, screwing around.
** Skill ranks have been done away with completely for proficiency ranks that ring more similar to games like [[Dark Heresy]] mixed with 5E: Untrained penalizes you for trying a skill, Trained lets you roll with the requisite stat with no penalties, and Expert, Master, and Legendary are bonuses to the roll in question. This proficiency system even spills over to your armor proficiencies, weapon proficiencies (so as to replace BAB), and saves.
*** In a bit of a turn from its sci-fi cousin, Level 3 doesn't automatically grant 1/2 character level to damage with every weapon group they're trained in, but now only certain characters can get a specialization boost that raises the proficiency rank for attacking with a single weapon group as well as gain access to crit effects with them. Casters can raise the proficiency ranks for spellcasting, but that's usually at level 10 on. Barbarians also lack this system, though level 3 gives them access to all special crits and then gain a rank up for weapons at a later level.
*** Because of how mandatory Perception was as a skills, every class now gets some sort of training in it. It's now also the default skill check needed to roll for Initiative. Funnily, Fighters and Rangers (Two of the classes considered most shat upon by 1E) are now ultra-badass at this skill.
*** Each class also has a selection of "Signature Skills", which permit the player to advance their training in a particular skill to even higher levels for bigger feats.
**** As of the 9/10 errata though, Paizo seemed to get the memo about how pigeonholing this was and just scrapped Signature Skills, letting any skill reach the top-level and gave every class a few default-trained skills as compensation.
** The spell pool is now drastically shrunk down to 4 types: Arcane (Wizards), Divine (Clerics), Primal (Druids), and Occult (Bards, because Paizo really wants to redo Occult Adventures but doesn't want to make a new spell list just for the bard). Sorcerers are the only casters that are wild-cards, their bloodline feature dictating which spell list they can take.
*** As one can notice, Rangers, Alchemists, and Paladins aren't on the list. Rangers and Alchemists make do by making items (Traps for Rangers, Alchemical Items for Alchemists) while Paladins and Monks (and the other casting classes to a lesser degree) utilize a spell point pool and specific feats to gain new powers.
*** Spellcasters no longer get more spells per day by just getting a high casting stat.
*** Spells now have a rarity, which might be an attempt to limit the rarity of certain really powerful spells. On a similar note, some of the known campaign-ending spells (Wish, Time Stop) are now reserved for 10th-level spellcasting, which is available ONLY if you select a single feat at level 20 for the primary casting classes and you might still need to find them thanks to rarity. Expect this to work out like [[Paranoia]]'s security clearances played straight.
*** Caster Level no longer affects spell strength. Instead, there are now multiple leveled versions of the same spell, meaning that they have to be "learned" at that level if you want to cast a spell at a "heightened" strength (making it sound like diet metamagic, but in reality just gimping spontaneous casters)
*** Spontaneous casters and Prepared Casters have the exact same spells per day progression (Sorcerers get extra bloodline spell slots, but Wizards get school spell slots, so there's no real difference except Sorcerers have a very finite spell repertoire).
* Similar to SF, backgrounds are now a mandatory feature. Each gives a boost to two stats (one chosen from a set of two, the other to any stat so long as it's not the same stat as before), a skill feat, and training in a related Lore skill (the new name for Profession, though now only tied to Int rather than being multi-stat).
* Feats are given practically every level now, split between class feats, general feats, ancestry feats (racial), and skill feats. Expect the feat bloat to explode even harder than fuck.
** [[Multiclass]] feats make a return. In addition to the ones that grant features from established classes, there are some archetypes (Gray Maiden, Cavalier, Pirate for the playtest) for new perks. You need to sacrifice class feats to make use of this, and once you multiclass, you need to take at least two other feats from that class' list before you can multiclass elsewhere (with exception to one human ancestry feat).
** Skill feats at least add some new uses for the skill, mostly because of how feats and actual abilities are built off the same format.
* Perhaps the most controversial feature made in the playtest so far is Resonance: a pool based off Level+Charisma <s>(except for Alchemists who use Int for this)</s>, this allows folks to make items and allows anyone to use any magical items, either triggering a power or just allowing you to use an item's passive perk. The contention is that you need to spend this crap every day, meaning that those loaded with magical items are stuck having to figure out what items they want to use every day <s>and traps Alchemists who want to make stuff into focusing on a particular set of items/elixirs/mutagens</s>.
** Magic Weapons now add an extra die of damage per + instead of just adding +1, making them a lot more reliable. The properties are now included in runes, which every weapon has an allotted limit to fill.
** Magic armor now adds their enhancement value to all saves.
*** Weapon and Armor properties are still tied to fixed slots, but now they don't threaten to absorb than one slot because of their power.
**There was an alternative play test that tried another method to dealing with Resonance, but it only provided preset characters to work with, and this was generally as derided as the original concept.
** (For those of you wondering what happened to it, see "investing" towards the bottom of Miscellaneous below)
* Another controversial feature is the action economy: Rather than the typical Standard, Move, Swift action with Free actions sprinkled on, you now get three actions, and everything, from moving to casting, takes an action. In fact, multicomponent spells (Somatic, Verbal, Material, etc.) eat an action for every component the spell needs. Even Metamagic eats up an action to cast with it.
** While not in itself an issue, some of the things tied to it are indeed stupid. Chief among them are shields, which you need to raise every turn '''to get their fucking AC bonus'''. You can then spend a reaction to have this shield block a single attack, likely damaging the shield - and shields break pretty easily if they absorb enough damage on top of only absorbing a limited amount of it before just being overwhelmed and landing on you.

<big>'''PLAYTEST CLASSES'''</big>

*'''[[Investigator]]''' - APG Paytest, November 2019
**Gain a small bonus to investigate things
**Subclasses split between the class' history as a not-Alchemist class, Empiricism (As in that one Archetype that made them Int-SAD, now nerfed into just making your investigations faster), and Forensic Medicine (Making you a medic/CSI)
**Gain a Rogue-tier amount of Skill Feats, though a majority will be focused on Mental-based skills.
***Also gain a bonus to untrained knowledge skills - not quite the same as Bard's singular Lore skill, but it's still decent.
**One feat also allows you to pull things out of your Bat-Utility Belt. Like a boss.
*'''[[Oracle]]''' - APG Paytest, November 2019
**Curses are now inherently tied to mysteries. Likely so you don't cheese out the really obvious ones (Clouded Sight, Lame, Tongues, etc.)
***Curses now only flare up when you use your mystery's spells and increase in severity the more you use them. Use it too much and you get knocked out. For a whole fucking day. The only way to drop the curse is to use the Refocus action (The one used for recovering Focus Points) out of combat.
**The current mysteries available are Battle, Flames, and Life. Each mystery also has associated Cleric domains which you can jump into via feats. Heck, one of the domains is even given to you upon generation like the Cloistered Cleric.
*'''[[Swashbuckler]]''' - APG Paytest, November 2019
**Panache is now a condition gained through performing particular actions. You can move faster and you deal additional damage with certain weapons.
**This Panache can be spent on making Finishing Moves (attacks with more pretentious naming) that deals extra damage.
**Your subclasses are Braggart (Keying off Intimidation), Fencer (Keying off Deception), and Gymnast (Keying off Athletics)
*'''[[Witch]]'''
**Cackle is now mandatory. It now lets you sustain spells using only your voice.
**Your familiar gets more abilities as it levels up, though it's slower going than the Familiar Thesis Wizards.
**Your Patron and progression is now keyed through Lessons, each of which grants you a Hex (Read: Focus spell) and your familiar a normal spell. While none of these Lessons depend on each other, it also makes theming a patron rather difficult.
***Your first lesson grants access to one of the Occult, Primal, or Arcane spell lists, in a similar pattern to the Sorcerer.

*'''[[Magus]]''' - SoM Playtest, November 2020
**The most famous part of the magus - that is, casting spells through swords - has changed a bit. The action now counts as a metamagic action (thus meaning that it can't benefit from any others that don't directly affect this action), but it allows you to still hit things to cast. The class even gives you a boost to Strength or Dexterity at level 1 instead of Intelligence like you'd think
***The drawback is that your spell slots are extremely limited.
**You start off with a focus spell that actually makes your weapon act as if it has a +1 bonus to it. You can spend a later feat to then add on special properties to it
**You already start off proficient in medium armor. Great, that "armor proficiencies as you level up" part was a pile of shit anyways!
**Your subclasses change a bit about how the whole casting thing works: Shooting Star lets you cast ranged spells via arrows/thrown weapons (though it can't do any touch spells and only has a requires a range of 30 feet max), Slide Casting lets you move while casting with weapons (though this movement can provoke opportunity attacks and forces you to use the classic one-handed weapon and open hand style) and Sustaining Steel lets you regain THP after casting a spell through a big two-hander sword.
*'''[[Summoner]]''' - SoM Playtest, November 2020
**Your eidolon is now strictly set to a specific preset form and determines which spell list you take (angel for divine, beast for primal, phantom for occult, or dragon for arcane). Unlike most pets, these eat into your action economy (unless you use certain class-based focus spells and actions to act in tandem with them).
**Each eidolon gains special abilities as they level up. They're also pretty clearly meant to be the frontliner as they get to level up their proficiencies (except saves) much faster than you do.
**These Eidolons cannot be customized like 1E did. Instead, you need to blow feats in order to give them new features.

*'''[[Gunslinger]]''' - G&G Playtest, January 2021
**Crossbow proficiency is now built into the class, yay!
**Pretty poor armor proficiency progression, but you're already very dependent on dexterity for AC.
**Misfires aren't quite as pervasive - Now they only happen on specific situations like firing a poorly-maintained gun or as a result of a specific feat.
**Reloading's a bitch though. Can't dual wield properly or you have two full hands and can't reload.
**A lot of the panache tricks return as feats, as well as a feat to turn bombs into bullets.
**Also prevalent are feats that capitalize on enemy attacks (deflecting attacks or striking back on misses)
**Your subclasses have a set of feats tied to them that you automatically gain: Drifter (Focused on dual wielding or sword + gun) Pistolero (snap-shots with a pistol) and Sniper (Shooting with longarms and sneakiness)

*'''Inventor''' - G&G Playtest, January 2021
**Pretty much a port of the Mechanic from Starfinder rather than an Artificer
***You have three options for "subclasses", which are the forms your special invention can take: Special armor (with special resistances), Special weapons, or a clockwork drone. All of these have a set of mods available that expands with level progression
****These mods are independent from mods provided by certain feats, though they can be retrained all the same when you gain the ability to remake your invention
****While not exactly a pet, taking a construct as your invention does have its own chain of feats that improve the thing with better attacks, improved skill proficiencies and a size change.
**Several feats grant actions that push your invention to their limits, leading to a chance that it'll pop and be unable to use such taxing actions. The one you get by default...makes the invention go kaboom. Yeah, who'd want to blow up a suit of techno-armor while inside it?
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==General==
*The usual explanation of RPGs for newbies includes the usual advice of making sure everyone's comfortable and on the same page. This is expanded upon in the later chapter on GMing, which introduces things like x-cards and a default set of expectations for players (which GMs are told to tailor to their tables). The default expectations are in many ways incongruous with [[Golarion|the slightly crapsack default setting]]. There's a prohibition on players owning slaves (on its face fairly uncontroversial, except that this could prohibit players from having noble titles since serfdom is widely considered a form of slavery or else only marginally better). Depictions of cruelty shouldn't be shown even though [[Zon-Kuthon]] is a core deity.
**Overall, this is something anyone can assume considering the company's political outlook.
*The general math of the system has been considerably simplified, chiefly by axing the sometimes silly list of bonuses you can slap onto a test.
*The general setting of [[Golarion]] has been set at a point where all the 1E [[Adventure Path]]s have taken place and were successfully finished(except for [[Kingmaker]], which due to the video game's success got retconned into a new expanded version happening in the present). This means that, among other things, the Worldwound in Sarkoris has been shut, the Whispering Tyrant is free to raise hell, and Cassandalee the android is now a full god with a divine portfolio.
*Magic has been divided into various types: Arcane, Divine, Occult and Primal. Classes are generally restricted to one spell list(ex: Wizards cast Arcane, Druids cast Primal, Clerics cast Divine, etc...) Spell Strength(DC) is no longer strictly tied to Spell Level(i.e. Glitterdust and similar spells can stay useful forever), but attack spells whose effects increase by caster level must now be learned/prepared at those higher levels(i.e.: a wizard who can cast 6th-level spells must prepare [[Fireball]] as a level 6 spell to get the full power out of it). Some spells can be heightened at any level, others gain effects only at set levels(i.e. a 3rd-level spell may have additional effects when cast at 6th level, but none at 4th or 5th). Cantrips are automatically heightened to half the character's level.
*The ''Gamemastery Guide'' re-introduced quite a lot of older variant systems from Stamina and Automatic Bonus Progression (with accompanying non-magical high-quality items) to [[Gestalt character]] and rejiggering the new stat-boost system to be in line with 1E's Point Buy system.

==Ancestries==
*Among the typical RPG fare (Humans, Elves, Dwarves, Halflings, Gnomes) are [[Goblin]]s, Paizo's de-facto mascots for PF. As for the name? Well, [[SJW|the usual suspects]] claim that it's because calling them "Races" is problematic. Though it does also allow this part of the character to focus as much on biology as the culture the character was raised in. Also, somebody was cribbing notes from [[Starfinder]], as the growing list of possible Ancestries skews a little weirder and/or monstrous than many other games, including PF1e.
**Races and classes have static HP values instead of Hit Die (with the racial HP only applying for 1st level). Unlike Starfinder, there's no Stamina by default.
***The ''Gamemastery Guide'' does include a quick-and dirty means to implement Stamina if you really want it: Just halve the default class Health and put the other half as stamina (+ Constitution). Of course, this will gunk up stuff like healing (since HP and Stamina are distinct pools), but you can recover this far quicker in exchange for a more limited means of recovery mid-battle.
**Each race gives two fixed stat boosts and a fixed stat penalty as well as one stat bonus that can be assigned wherever you wish. Humans, being the snowflakes they are, just get two floating boosts.
***Tengu and Orcs, added in the ''Advanced Player's Guide'', are surprisingly closer to humans; both have one fixed stat boost (Dex and Strength, respectively) and one floating boost.
****Aaaaaand Paizo finally bit the race-dependent stats bullet in 2023, allowing players to replace each race's stat boosts with the humie-standard two boosts to whatever you want. Notably, Paizo is fully aware of how this might throw shit off and merely offers this as an option, though it is something of a net gain for the many races with a stat penalty.
**Each race is divvied up into multiple subraces or "heritages". Each of these grants one specific benefit and can be the pre-req for ancestry feats (like the always-amusing Bouncy Goblin feat and its siblings).
**Racial Weapon Proficiency is now a feat for each race, as is the ability to improve your proficiency in them if you don't already do so.

====Core Rulebook====
*'''[[Dwarves]]'''
**10 HP, Medium sized, +2 Constitution, +2 Wisdom, +2 free boost to any ability, -2 Charisma
***Still everyone's favorite rock punching, medium-sized midgets, dwarf feats focus on crafting, resisting pansy-ass magic, your old ability to walk around in heavy armor like nobodies' business, and having your ancestors be angrier at pansy-ass magic than you are. Also of note is that all dwarves come by default with a Clan Dagger, a special weapon that they are always proficient in and treat like an icon of pride. Their heritages include:
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*'''Ancient-Blooded Dwarf''': Your ancestors passed down their hatred of magic down to you. You gain +1 to saving throws.
*'''Anvil Dwarf''': Your parents beat forging into you harder than they did the clan daggers. Become trained in Crafting, gained a souped-up skill feat that gives you not one, but two classes of items that grant you +1, later +2 to crafting checks with them.
*'''Death Warden Dwarf''': You come from a long-lineage of gravekeepers, hell-bent on keeping the skeletons in their graves. You crit-success every time you succeed on a necromancy-based saving throw.
*'''Elemental Heart Dwarf''': Introduced in the ''Lost Omens Character Guide'', you literally are exploding with elemental energy. You get a daily, 2-action attack that lets you explode with acid, cold, electric, or fire damage against every adjacent creature.
*'''Forge Dwarf''': Not to be confused with the Anvil Dwarf, you think being around an active volcano is cozy. You get fire resistance equal to half your level and heat-based environmental effect resistance.
*'''Oathkeeper Dwarf''': Introduced in the ''Lost Omens Character Guide'', your parents or peers never told you snitches get stitches, or that you didn't believe anyone could give you any in the first place. Your inability to lie gives you +1 to Sense Motive checks and to your DC against being lied to, and +2 to Diplomacy whenever you have to convince someone you cannot lie. To rub in that fact, you suffer a -4 penalty to Lie checks and your DC in Deception whenever someone is trying to Sense Motive against you. It ain't easy being LG.
*'''Rock Dwarf''': Living in the mountains made you built like a brick-shit-house. You get +2 to saving throws against being knocked prone, shoved, or tripped, and you halve any push effect.
*'''Strong-Blooded Dwarf''': Now you are just too angry to be poisoned. You gain poison resistance equal to half your level, and you shake off poison faster any time you succeed on a saving throw against any toxin that managed to pierce through your dwarven hide.
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*'''[[Elves]]'''
**6 HP, Medium sized, +2 Dexterity, +2 Intelligence, +2 free boost to any ability score, -2 Constitution
***The rapid progress of Golarion in the Age of Lost Omens have done little to change elves in any real respect. Still nigh-immortal, still dexterous, still magical, still stuck-up. Much of their feats focus on one these aspects, whether its gaining new spells, improving DEX-based skills, becoming one with nature, being incredibly difficult to change their minds on anything--external influences included, and using their absurdly long lives to pick up the occasional hobby faster than anyone else.
***A shocking consequence of the birth of the ORC is the retconning of the [[Drow]] from all existence. While understandable on some level due to Paizo's attempt to further distance themselves from what WotC started, this is viewed by some as a little overly zealous as there have been plenty of ways they could have revised them to be something less blatantly copied from Wizards - which means a lot more for SF since that setting has them as a more significant force. While their role as uber-evil demonic species is effectively being replaced by serpentfolk, there's been talk of "Cavern Elves" being the new replacement for dark-skinned elves.
***Your heritages includes:
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*'''Ancient Elves''': Introduced in the ''Lost Omens Character Guide'', you are only 200+ years young, and still have several centuries of adventuring left inside your old bones. Your "experience" lets you take a multiclass dedication feat other than their main class for free. Needless to say that this is quite powerful in freeing up feat space, as even humans needed to blow a racial feat at level 9 to pull that off.
*'''Artic Elves''': Frozen tundras that can barely support any kind of life are still forests, and someone needs to be smug and superior about them. Being a long-eared Eskimo have granted you cold damage resistance equal to half your level and you can guard against freezing environmental hazards down one step.
*'''Cavern Elf''': No one told you that the caves are for the dwarves. Your antithetical existence granted you darkvision.
*'''Desert Elf''': Introduced in the ''Lost Omens Character Guide'', they are practically a reprint of Artic Elves. Cold damage resistance and wintery environmental effect resistance are replaced with fire damage resistance and heat-based environmental effect resistance.
*'''Seer Elf''': Born with an inherent connection to magic, you understand magic even more than other elves (as if you needed anything else to be superior about). You start with Detect Magic as an arcane innate cantrip, and gain a +1 circumstance bonus to Identity Magic and Decipher Writing, if it has something to do with magic.
*'''Whisper Elves''': Born with bigger, sharper, keener ears than most, no one's conversations are safe with you around. Whenever you use the Seek action to find undetected enemies, you can find one within a 60ft area instead of 30, and they gain a +2 circumstance bonus to finding them if they are within 30ft.
*'''Woodland Elves''': Jungle life has bred you to be expert tree-<s>huggers</s>climbers. With a successful Climb check, you can traverse trees, vines, and other natural foliage half your run speed, your full speed if you crit-success it. You can also Take Cover in forest terrain, even if there is zero actual cover to use. We can only assume you either always bring a ghillie suit with you or you are merging with the forest itself.
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*'''[[Gnomes]]'''
**8 HP, Small sized, +2 Constitution, +2 Charisma, +2 free boost to any ability score, -2 Strength
***Always fending of the lethal case of boredom known as The Bleaching, gnomes have realized several neat tricks over the course of the edition shift into the Age of Lost Omens. Whether its attuning into the fey-natures, mastering illusions, tinkering with their own weapons to make them even deadlier (literally giving them the Deadly trait) or even being able to speak with animals, their racial feats are... rather situational. Cool to behold, nonetheless! Rather fitting for them, all things considering. Your heritages include:
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*'''Chameleon Gnome''': Latent magic within you lets you alter or change the colors of your entire body, much like a-- well, see the name. You start every day with some weird pattern or color scheme, and it takes an hour to change it to another. If your current color matches the color of the environment you are in, you can spend an action to gain +2 circumstance bonus to Stealth checks as long as you are in it or it stays that color!
*'''Fey-Touched Gnome''': Your family never let go of their fey origins, keeping them close to them for ages. This lets you gain the fey trait and one Primal cantrip to take as an innate spell. You can spend 10-minutes, once per day, to meditate, realigning all your fey chakras with the First World, to swap it out for another Primal cantrip.
*'''Sensate Gnome''': Everything about the world is just a tad bit brighter, sounds clearer, and smells way sicker to you. You can use your sense of smell to locate and hunt things in down like a bloodhound, within a 30ft area. You also have +2 to Perception checks if you are trying to find an undetected creature within your smelling range.
*'''Umbral Gnome''': Black may not be a color, but it is to you. You gain darkvision.
*'''Vivacious Gnome''': You are so much the life of the party, un-life phases you less. You gain negative damage resistance equal to half your level; and while you can't get rid of the Doomed condition easier, you do treat it as one stage less severe than others, meaning Doomed 1 means absolutely nothing to you. A little useful for the [[Oracle]] class.
*'''Wellspring Gnome''': Something other than primal fey magic has gripped your being. You can pick either the arcane, divine, or occult spell list as to what has altered your being, getting an innate cantrip from that spell list. Whenever you have you gain an ancestry feat that grants an innate primal cantrip, you instead alter the spell to be your chosen tradition.
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*'''[[Goblins]]'''
**6 HP, Small sized, +2 Dexterity, +2 Charisma, +2 free boost to any ability score, -2 Wisdom
***Over the years, the goblins have become tired of being stereotyped as [[Always Chaotic Evil]] assholes that rape, pillage, and burn the common folk and/or cannon fodder. Taking up the adventuring mantle in the hopes of changing the outlooks of everyone, they have become somewhat more friendly to hang around with. They still are natural pyromaniacs and will eat any trash they find off the street, so they have quite the long way to go before they will be 100% welcomed in anyone's house. Their racial feats, paying homage to their violent pasts, focus a lot on crowd control, dealing extra damage, and being quite hard to punish in response. Your choices of heritages are:
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*'''Charhide Goblin''': Your family has a long history of being on the receiving end of "Kill it with fire!". Mercifully, you aren't quite as flammable as your elders. You gain fire damage resistance equal to half your level, and it only takes DC10 flat check over a DC15 to put yourself out if you ever do catch fire.
*'''Irongut Goblin''': One man's trash is another goblin's five-star cuisine! You can always find a meal to eat, even in the poorest of villages, as long as garbage is easily available. You also can still eat and drink while you suffer the Sickened condition (VERY useful for Mutagenist Alchemist builds!). You gain a +2 circumstance bonus to your saving throws, and even turn any successful Fortitude saving throw with this bonus into a crit-success, against getting afflictions, becoming Sickened, and even for removing the Sickened condition, as long as it from something you would have ate.
*'''Razortooth Goblin''': Your family always had very, uncomfortably sharp teeth. You gain a 1d6 piercing jaws unarmed attack.
*'''Snow Goblin''': Cool, chill, maybe even a little coldhearted, your blue fur is testament that you can weather any snowstorm with ease. You gain cold damage resistance equal to half your level and resist cold environments down one stage.
*'''Tailed Goblin''': Introduced in the ''Lost Omens Character Guide'', you are descended from monkeys more directly than even the humans. You gain +2 to your Climb checks, gain a skill feat that lets you fight while climbing unabated, and can even use your tail to reduce the number of free hands you need to climb up with!
*'''Treedweller Goblin''': Introduced in the ''Lost Omens Character Guide''. Taking a page out the elves' playbook, you become one with nature. As long as you are in a forest or jungle, you get +2 to your Stealth, Survival checks to find food, and your Survival DC to cover your tracks well.
*'''Unbreakable Goblin''': You were always called "thick-skulled" growing up, no one knew how literal you'd took it. You gain 10 base HP over 6, and you take half-damage from falls.
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*'''[[Halflings]]'''
**6 HP, Small-sized, +2 Dexterity, +2 Wisdom, +2 free boost to any ability score, -2 Strength
***Happy-go-lucky and struck with a case of permanent wanderlust, the not-Hobbits haven't changed much in the edition shift, outside of losing their ability to pass as human (and look like a child doing so. Though the Core Rulebook's description of them still refer them as "...some looking like shorter adult humans with slightly larger heads and others having proportions closer to those of a human child"). Much of their racial feats focus on their innate luck, being small and innocent, blending in their surroundings, or making sure no one can catch them when the first three fail them. Their heritages include:
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*'''Gutsy Halfling''': Just because you are small, doesn't mean you lack big cajones. You turn any successful saving throw against a Mental effect into a crit-success.
*'''Hillock Halfling''': Being a rural hick has its perks. You can add your Level whenever you are regaining HP while resting overnight, and you can snack on something while someone is using Treat Wounds on you to add your Level to the amount of HP you would recover. The book is vague on what counts as a snack or even where you get it from, so speak with your [[DM]] about if you get an infinite stash of bananas or something.
*'''Jinxed Halfling''': Introduced in the ''Advanced Player's Guide'', instead of being blessed with supernatural luck, you can curse others with bad luck! You are unable to take any feat relating to Halfling Luck, but you gain the Jinx action, which lets you, once a day, make them roll a Will saving throw to avoid becoming Clumsy. It isn't a great subrace, given how much you lose over what you gain, so you probably have to be jinxed to take it.
*'''Nomadic Halfling''': Your family's always been on the move, never been one to settle down, and it has been that way for generations. Your experience with all the cultures you've run into let you gain two additional languages. It also boosts the Multilingual feat, letting you take a grand total of three additional languages every time you gain it.
*'''Observant Halfling''': Introduced in the ''Lost Omens Character Guide'', your awareness towers over your height. You gain +1 to all Perception DCs, not to your checks, however.
*'''Twilight Halfling''': The dark of night have always been a friend to your family, and you are no exception. You gain low-light vision.
*'''Wildwood Halfling''': Your big, hairy feet has never got in the way of running about in the forest. You ignore any difficult terrain regarding trees, foliage, and undergrowth.
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*'''[[Humans]]'''
**8 HP, Medium sized, +2 to any two ability scores of your choosing
***They are humans. Not much to talk about. Still the most versatile and adaptable of any race, regardless of how much you believe in [[Humanity Fuck Yeah]] or not. Even their feats are more practical than they are flashy. Their heritages are more interesting than they are, being the receptacles of [[Half-Elves]] and [[Half-Orcs]] races, and possibly any other specifically half-human bloodline that will be printed. Humans can choose these as their subrace to gain access to their respective traits, low-light vision, and their respective full ancestry feat line, as well as feats specific for them.
**'''[[Half-Elf]]''' feats lets them utilize their dual-lives to their advantage, whether its blending in with elves or humans, or being so supernaturally charming, no one will care about being a freak of nature.
**'''[[Half-Orc]]''' feats (or the few that exists as of the time of this writing) lets you use your added brainpower to fool those that you are as dumb as you look or empathize with monsters. It's better to tap into Orc feats with, especially the many that were added when they became a player race as of the ''Advanced Player's Guide''.
**Your more human-specific heritages include:
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*'''Skilled Heritage''': The human mind craves knowledge for meaningless tasks that may or may not gain meaning. You automatically become Trained in one skill of your choice, becoming an Expert in it at 5th Level.
*'''Versatile Heritage''': You believe in your adaptability more than you honestly should. You gain any general feat that you meet the prerequisites for.
*'''Wintertouched Heritage''': Introduced in the ''Lost Omens Character Guide'', your burning passion for humanity keeps you warm in the coldest of climates. You gain cold damage resistance equal to half your level and resist environmental effects down one stage.
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*'''[[Hobgoblin]]s
**8 HP, Medium sized, +2 Constitution, +2 Intelligence, +2 free boost to any ability score, -2 Wisdom
*** Thanks to the events of the ''Ironfang Invasion'' [[Adventure Path]], hobgoblins have been elevated into a full society within the mountains of the Nirmanthas region. The heroes of the Adventure Path canonically managed to talk down the invading warlord into ending her continental conquest. However, General Azaersi decided to maintain her claim over the region and establish the hobgoblin nation of Oprak. The residents of Nirmanthas and its neighbor, Nidal, are cautiously optimistic that their new hobgoblins neighbors would make great allies, though some believe they are just biding their time and strength, ready to begin ''Ironfang Invasion 2: Electric Boogaloo''. In the meantime, hobgoblins continue to grow stronger, fiercer, and more militant under the general's rule. Hobgoblin feats are small in number at the time of this writing, focusing on supporting their allies or stacking debuffs on foes. They can be quite powerful, if you play your cards right. Your options for heritages include:
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*'''Elfbane Hobgoblin''': Your lineage were bred to be weapons against the elves. You gain the ''Resist Elf Magic'' reaction, letting you gain a +1 bonus towards your saving throws against magical effects, +2 if it is an arcane spell.
*'''Runtboss Hobgoblin''': You are used to ordering around goblins. You automatically gained the ability to Coerce multiple creatures, and any successful attempt to Coerce goblins will crit-succeed. You also cannot crit-fail such a check.
*'''Shortshanks Hobgoblin''': Introduced in ''Lost Omens Ancestry Guide''. You have cartoonishly big shoulders and comically tiny legs. You get the Ride skill feat (Moving while on an animal is pretty much automatic) on top of not being flat-footed while climbing.
*'''Smokeworker Hobgoblin''': Smoke and fire means little to you and your family. You gain fire damage resistance equal to half your level and you can always target creatures concealed behind smoke.
*'''Steelskin Hobgoblin''': Introduced in ''Lost Omens Ancestry Guide''. Your skin is quite tough and calloused. You have an easier time recovering from any manner of persistent physical damage.
*'''Warmarch Hobgoblin''': Your family never knew the difference between civilian life and military life, always being on the move. You can always find some kind of food in the wilderness as long as you don't crit-fail your Subsist check, and you can Hustle twice as long without tiring.
*'''Warrenbred Hobgoblin''': Your family lived underground for generations, adapting for such a life. You can Seek undetected creatures in a 30ft area over a 15ft area using your ears, as long as you are underground. You also crit-succeed all successful Squeeze checks using your Acrobatics.
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*'''[[Leshy| Leshies]]'''
** 8 HP, Small sized +2 Constitution, +2 Wisdom, +2 free boost to any ability score, -2 Intelligence
*** Grown by a druid's love, care, and vehement rage against those that despoil nature, leshies are back in action! It appears that quite a few different types of leshies have followed suit with the vine leshies in gaining free will and independence.
*** Their feat list, at the time of this writing, are as small as they are, being one of the few races to not get a full ancestry feat list. Still, they have some rather unique feats fitting for their plant-like bodies, such as increasing the range of all two-handed weapons by making their arms into vine-like whips, using their leaves to glide through the air, disguising themselves as ordinary houseplants, or performing photosynthesis to heal.
*** Not every form of leshy is playable, given that they are still a borderline [[construct]] tasked with serving their druidic creators, but those with enough of a free will can choose to be:
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*'''Cactus Leshy''': Introduced in ''Lost Omens Ancestry Guide''. You're as prickly as a cactus. Your unarmed attacks are now a bit more dangerous on account of your thorns.
*'''Fungus Leshy''': You are certainly a fun guy. Your mushroom-like senses grant you darkvision.
*'''Fruit Leshy''': Introduced in ''Lost Omens Ancestry Guide''. Your deliciousness is now very apparent. Once per day you grow a special fruit that heals about as much as casting heal at your level.
*'''Gourd Leshy''': You abide to that intelligence penalty and literally lack a brain. You have better uses for the space betwixt your ears (or lack thereof). You can store up to 1 Bulk worth of items within your head, making it more difficult to snatch from you. You can also draw and use an item in the same action, if it was the only thing inside your head.
*'''Leaf Leshy''': Born from leaves, your body is incredibly light. No matter how far you fall, your will never take any falling damage.
*'''Lotus Leshy''': Introduced in ''Lost Omens Ancestry Guide''. You can float on water, though it requires an Acrobatics check to walk on a moving body of water like a river.
*'''Root Leshy''': Introduced in ''Lost Omens Ancestry Guide''. You're much more in touch with the earth. You now have 10 racial HP and are slightly harder to knock over or shove.
*'''Seaweed Leshy''': Introduced in ''Lost Omens Ancestry Guide''. You're amphibious now, given a swimming speed but at the cost of a slower walk speed.
*'''Vine Leshy''': Your vines let you clamber up any surface with little challenge. You require no hands to Climb, and you always get a crit-success whenever you successfully pass an Athletics check to Climb.
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*'''[[Lizardfolk]]'''
**8 HP, Medium sized, +2 Strength, +2 Wisdom, +2 free boost to any ability score, -2 Intelligence
*** The lizardfolk are still the highly traditional reptilians seen in first edition.
*** Like leshies, their feat list is small and incomplete at the time of this writing. What they do get is plenty of feats that make use of their brutish strength and natural weapons, getting deadly claw, jaw, and tail strikes. They also gain a few feats that makes traversal like swimming and climbing easier. Their heritages include:
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*'''Cliffscale Lizardfolk''': You have sticky pads on the soles of your feet that makes climbing up any surface easier. You can fight easier while climbing, and as long as you lack footwear, you can climb without using your hands. Anytime you successfully roll an Athletics check to Climb, you automatically crit-succeed.
*'''Cloudleaper Lizardfolk''': Introduced in ''Lost Omens Ancestry Guide''. You have flaps of skin on the sides of your body that make you more like a glider. As long as you have the room, you can never suffer falling damage.
*'''Frilled Lizardfolk''': You have spiny dorsal fins around your neck that you can flare up to intimidate anyone wondering how the hell you don't cut yourself with 'em. If your opponent can see you, you can Demoralize without speaking. You also gain a 2-action activity that lets you channel your inner [[JoJo's Bizarre Adventure| JoJo villain]] and walk towards anyone menacingly, giving them Frightened 2 over Frightened 1.
*'''Sandstrider Lizardfolk''': You got thick scales that reflect the sun's oppressive rays, granting you fire damage resistance equal to half your level, hot environmental protection, and the ability to 10 times as long without food or drink. However, cold weather hurts you more, treating any cold environment as one level more extreme than normal.
*'''Unseen Lizardfolk''': You got chameleon skin. You can spend an action to blend in with an environment that matches your skin color, granting you +2 to Stealth checks. You can also spend an hour to completely change your skin color.
*'''Wetlander Lizardfolk''': You and your family always lived in places like swamps, marshes, rivers, and other bodies of waters. You gain a 15ft swim speed.
*'''Woodstalker Lizardfolk''': Introduced in ''Lost Omens Ancestry Guide''. You are one with the woods. You can hide behind any forest or jungle terrain. You also gain the Terrain Stalker skill feat (You can hide in the underbrush and sneak without issue).
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*'''[[Android]]s'''
**8 HP, Medium sized, +2 Dexterity, +2 Intelligence, +2 free boost to any ability score, -2 Charisma
*** Remain mostly untouched, though they lose their immunity to emotion-based effects and have their immunities to disease and poison degraded to just slightly better saving throws to resist them.
*** Many of their feats utilize their nanites (including bringing back the Nanite Surge feature that 1E androids had to lug around). Their heritages include:
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*'''Artisan Android''': You are a skilled crafter. You gain training in Crafting the Specialty Crafting skill feat (A bonus to crafting a specific type of item).
*'''Impersonator Android''': You're a [[Fallout|Synth who can pass themselves off as just a normal joe]]. You can easily impersonate a normal person and trick people into thinking the same, though you can't try and impersonate other people so easily.
*'''Laborer Android''': You are a bot of burden. You gain training in Athletics and the Hefty Hauler skill feat (You can carry more stuff. Woo~).
*'''Polyglot Android''': Your memory banks understand languages easily. You start off with two more languages and getting the Multilingual feat lets you learn three additional languages each time.
*'''Warrior Android''': You're a droid built for war. You are proficient in all simple and martial weapons.
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*'''[[Gillman|Azarketi]]'''
**8 HP, Medium sized, +2 Constitution, +2 Charisma, +2 free boost to any ability score, -2 Wisdom
*** Essentially rebranded [[Aventi|Gillmen]]. They are the descendants of the Azlanti empire, mutated into being fish-men by [[algollthu|algollthus]]. This makes them into partially amphibious humanoids, meaning they need to get wet once at least every 24 hours. Funnily enough, the Azarketi wasn't supposed to be introduced in the ''Ancestry Guide'', instead being introduced in ''Absalom, City of Lost Omens''. However, that splat got indefinitely delayed, forcing Paizo to release them as part of a web supplement that came with the Ancestry Guide.
*** Many of their feats either tie into their past with algollthus or their unparalleled skills in water. Their heritages include:
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*'''Ancient Scale Azarketi''': You are so used to the darkness of the depths that you can see perfectly fine in the darkness. As a side-perk, you are also bioluminescent.
*'''Benthic Azarketi''': You are resistant to the chills of the deep. You gain a resistance to cold damage and can descend to the deep seas without issue.
*'''Inured Azarketi''': You've adjusted to the polluted waters. You gain resistance to poison damage and can last on land for longer.
*'''Mistbreath Azarketi''': You are capable of living without ever needing to swim. You no longer need to dive under water in order to survive, being fine just with a mere misting or wiping. This allows you to walk faster, but your swimming speed suffers.
*'''Murkeyed Azarketi''': You have lived in muddy waters, so you can see through poor light. You can notice hidden things more easily.
*'''River Azarketi''': Your have lived in a river rather than the depths. Any time you use Athletics to swim in a river, any success you roll becomes a crit success.
*'''Spined Azarketi''': You have poisonous spines you can shoot out of your body.
*'''Tactile Azarketi''': You have some manner of detecting the current well, like feelers or really sensitive skin. You gain a sort of blindsense using ocean waves and can easily sense your way in the water.
*'''Thalassic Azarketi''': You are a warrior, capable of fighting in the depths. You have the Underwater Marauder skill feat (You can use slashing and bludgeoning weapons underwater without penalty) and can throw piercing ranged weapons without any issue.
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*'''[[Fetchling]]s'''
**8 HP, Medium sized, +2 Dexterity, +2 free boost to any ability score
*** Remain the same edgy darkfolk with feats focusing on how they want to bend the darkness. Their heritages include:
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*'''Bright Fetchling''': You're actually more of a flashlight than a shadow-boi. You gain the light and dancing light cantrips and can emit a dim light from your own body.
*'''Deep Fetchling''': You are most accustomed to the biting chills of the dark. You gain a resistance to cold damage.
*'''Liminal Fetchling''': Your ties to the shadow and ethereal planes let you sense the unseen more quickly.
*'''Resolute Fetchling''': You are accustomed to the horrors of the dark. Whenever you pass a save against an emotion effect, it counts as a critical success.
*'''Wisp Fetchling''': You're actually more insubstantial than most. Not only are you small sized, but you are trained in Acrobatics (with a bonus for sliding through things) and gain the Quick Squeeze Squeeze skill feat (You can move more quickly when squeezing past).
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*'''[[Fleshwarps]]'''
**10 HP, Medium sized, +2 Constitution, +2 free boost to any ability score
*** A catch-all term for any manner of folk afflicted by horrible things, twisted into abominations.
*** Your various feats include ways to weaponize your affliction. Their heritages include:
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*'''Created Fleshwarp''': You're Frankenstein's Monster. You are immune to starvation and can resist poison more easily.
*'''Mutated Fleshwarp''': Your mutation was brought about by wild magic, like the mana wastes. You can recover from persistent bleed more easily as a result.
*'''Shapewrought Fleshwarp''': Your transformation was particularly excruciating, as you were awake and aware for every second of it. As a result, you gain resistant to mental damage.
*'''Technological Fleshwarp''': A fancy way of saying you're a cyborg with a partly-cybernetic brain. When you pass a save against emotion effects, it counts as a critical success.
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*'''[[Kitsune]]s'''
**8 HP, Medium sized, +2 Charisma, +2 free boost to any ability score
*** Kitsune start off with their ability to transform into a more humanoid form or a fox form, depending on your heritage (by default, a humanoid form based off an existing ancestry, in case you use a Versatile Heritage or Paizo forgets to print one...).
*** They have a rather shallow pool of feats, focusing chiefly on either their magical nature or their shapeshifting.
**** The multi-tail shenanigans isn't a feat this time, instead of giving them more tails based on their highest level spell slot, highest level cantrip, or the number of Ancestry Feats they get, up to nine. Their heritages include:
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*'''Celestial Envoy Kitsune''': You have a stronger bond to the gods. You have a special reaction that improve resistance against divine effects.
*'''Dark Fields Kitsune''': Your form is unsettling, capable of terrifying with a mere glance and then feeding off that fear for THP. You do not have a humanoid form, instead opting to turn into a fox.
*'''Earthly Wilds Kitsune''': You can bite! Yeah, that's it. Also, because you're more in touch with your inner animal, you can only turn into a fox.
*'''Empty Sky Kitsune''': You have a better bond to the magic than most. You gain the Kitsune Spell Familiarity race feat (gain a cantrip).
*'''Frozen Winds Kitsune''': You are used to the cold. You gain resistance to cold damage and are less affected by cold weather.
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*'''[[Sprite]]'''
**6 HP. Tiny sized, +2 Dexterity, +2 Intelligence, +2 free boost to any ability score, -2 Strength
*** By default, all attacks are magical, which might help ease the financial burden of buying magical weapons for a bit.
*** Are like gnomes in that they're distant descendants from their forebears in the First World. As a result, these sprites lack wings...until you invest in the feat chain necessary to make that flight last as long as you wish. Their heritages include:
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*'''Draxie''': You're something akin to a faerie dragon. You gain telepathy, but it only works with whoever you touch.
*'''Grig''': You are Jiminiy Cricket. You have a bonus for doing long jumps and have ghost sound as an innate cantrip.
*'''Luminous Sprite''': You are a living torch. Way to take one for the team.
*'''Melixie''': You're apparently able to talk to bugs and arachnids (and other arthropods) like people.
*'''Nyktera''': You're essentially a tiny bat. You gain improved hearing and have an exclusive feat made for talking to bats.
*'''[[Pixie]]''': You're a little bigger than most sprites, being Small instead of Tiny.
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*'''[[Strix]]'''
**8 HP, Medium sized, +2 Dexterity, +2 free boost to any ability score
*** Have their human-hating nature be the result of their hate for what old Cheliax had done to them.
*** Those wings do not help with flying...without investing in a feat chain, with the slight benefit of getting flight earlier than other flight-based feat chains. Their heritages include:
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*'''Nightglider Strix''': You are totally nocturnal. You get darkvision.
*'''Predator Strix''': You have a 1d4 claw attack.
*'''Scavenger Strix''': Name says it all. You get training in Survival (plus a minor bonus for surviving off the land) and the Forager Skill Feat (you can get more food for folks).
*'''Shoreline Strix''': Your parents may have been seagulls. You have training in Athletics and the Underwater Marauder skill feat (You can use slashing and bludgeoning weapons underwater without penalty).
*'''Songbird Strix''': You are secretly a canary. You have an easier time impersonating voices and singing.
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=====Lost Omens: [[Golarion#Mwangi_Expanse|Mwangi Expanse]]=====

*'''[[Anadi]]'''
**8 HP, Medium sized, +2 Dexterity, +2 Wisdom, -2 Constitution, +2 free boost to any ability score
*** A strange race of sentient spiders that hide around the Mwangi Expanse.
*** They shape-shift because people are kinda creeped out at the idea of talking spiders and they managed to make a spell that's pretty much common knowledge among them.
*** Several feats focus on either being a spider or your magical heritage.
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*'''Adaptive Anandi''': You managed to get your shape-shifting magic to turn you into some other humanoid race. As such, you get the Adopted Ancestry feat for this particular race.
*'''Polychromatic Anandi''': Your fur is a weird and eyecatching hue that wouldn't look off in a [[Slaanesh]]i band. You gain training in Performance and the Impressive Performance skill feat.
*'''Snaring Anandi''': Your true form's fangs have a special sort of curvature to them. As a spider, your bites have the Grapple and Trip traits.
*'''Spindly Anandi''': You have particularly long limbs, improving your speed to 30 feet.
*'''Venomous Anandi''': Name on the label. You gain a few daily uses of this venom that coats your fangs and deals extra poison damage on a hit.
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*'''Conrasu'''
**10 HP, Medium sized, +2 Constitution, +2 Wisdom, -2 Charisma, +2 free boost to any ability score
*** Unlike things like [[Warforged]], these are shards of some cosmic consciousness coalesced into a physical shell and personality. They form wooden shells that are specially formed to their particular needs.
*** Have the ability to heal themselves a bit when in sunlight.
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*'''Rite of Invocation Conrasu:''' You augmented your shell with magic. You gain one arcane or occult cantrip to cast at-will.
*'''Rite of Knowing Conrasu''': Your ties to [[Axis]] are stronger than most. You gain a special action that helps improve your successes with recalling information.
*'''Rite of Light Conrasu''': Your shell is particularly abundant with light. You can hare the healing you gain from sunlight with an ally.
*'''Rite of Passage Conrasu''': Your shell is well-connected to the plants it is made from. You are immune to difficult terrain caused from undergrowth and are better at keeping balance in the forest.
*'''Rite of Reinforcement Conrasu''': Your shell has hardened to the point that it's better than even most armor. This makes your shell into a built-in form of medium plate armor that can't be removed, but you can improve like regular armor and you can still sleep in it.
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*'''Goloma'''
**8 HP, Medium sized, +2 Wisdom, +2 free boost to any ability score
*** Bizarre beast-like humanoids that look like they're wearing multi-eyed masks. Due to some ancient traumas, they believe themselves to be some sort of valuable prey and thus adopt personas to become more dangerous than they may be.
*** Have two sets of eyes for twice the spotting.
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*'''Farsight Goloma''': Your vision is augmented. You get darkvision.
*'''Frightful Goloma''': Your appearance is quite disarming. You get training in Intimidation and the Intimidating Glare skill feat.
*'''Insightful Goloma''': You're more perceptive than most in social situations. You have an easier time spotting lies and social cues.
*'''Vicious Goloma''': Your hands have sharpened into dangerous claws. These claws can be used as unarmed attacks.
*'''Vigilant Goloma''': You have become more vigilant of any magical traps. You gain Detect Magic as an at-will cantrip as well as improved chances to spot magical traps.
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*'''[[Gnoll]]'''
**8 HP, Medium sized, +2 Strength, +2 Intelligence, -2 Wisdom, +2 free boost to any ability score
*** Rather than being a singular race of murderfucking hyena-men like prior lore, there is a subspecies of gnolls called "Kholo" who live in the Mwangi Expanse. These Kholo aren't nearly as insane, being more a race of pragmatic savages who wish to be left alone.
*** Remain otherwise ruthless to an extreme, seeing things like honor and chivalry as pointless. They also [[Kroot|ritualistically devour their fallen ancestors and worthy foes in hopes of absorbing their traits]] and using their bones to make weapons.
*** Have lowlight vision and their bite attack by default
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*'''Ant Gnoll''': You look like an aardwolf rather than any of the larger hyena species, being Small-sized rather than Medium. You get training in Deception and a bonus in using Deception to feign innocence, discerning lies, and using Deception as initiative.
*'''Great Gnoll''': You're much bigger and bulkier than others of your lot. Your racial HP is increased to 10 and gain a bonus to trip or shove your adversaries.
*'''Sweetbreath Gnoll''': Your breath smells oddly pleasant, making others more willing to listen to you. You gain training in Diplomacy and gain an advantage to such checks when others can smell your breath.
*'''Witch Gnoll''': You are a strange one who knows how to make unsettling sounds. You can cast Ghost Sound as an innate cantrip and gain an advantage to deceive your foes using your voice.
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*'''Shisk'''
**8 HP, Medium sized, +2 Intelligence, +2 free boost to any ability score
*** Look more like humans that have porcupine quills growing out of their bodies. That said, it requires certain feats for these quills to be actually deadly.
*** Have darksight by default because of their subterranean lifestyles.
**** Also thanks to their rather tribal lifestyles, they're rather cagey about what they share with others.
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*'''Lorekeeper Shisk''': You are known for your particular knowledge. You gain proficiency in Lore and one other Intelligence or Wisdom-based skill and improve the proficiency in that skill at level 5.
*'''Quillcoat Shisk''': Your quills are particularly nasty, able to catch onto an attacking enemy and break off on them for retaliatory damage.
*'''Spellkeeper Shisk''': You are better known for your magical knowledge. You gain one occult or primal cantrip to cast at-will.
*'''Stonestep Shisk''': You're quite good on your feet thanks to your cave-dwelling lifestyle. You ignore difficult terrain made by naturally-formed rubble.
*'''Stronggut Shisk''': Your metabolism is particularly slow. You don't even need to eat for a week before you begin to starve while poisons take longer to set in.
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=====Lost Omens: Grand Bazaar=====

*'''Poppet'''
** 6 HP, Small sized, +2 Constitution, +2 Charisma, -2 Dexterity, +2 free boost to any ability score
*** Pinocchio or Winnie the Pooh, as a species. Poppets are magically animated constructs designed to perform minor tasks, and sometimes one gains sentience and becomes an adventurer<ref>''"'Oh bother', said Winnie the Rogue, as he leapt onto the Ogre's back in order to stab it..."''</ref>.
*** Fragile looking, vulnerable to flame, still need to eat and drink.
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*'''Ghost Poppet''': Animated by a bit of life force and soul from a normal person, usually at the moment of death. Resists Negative Energy.
*'''Stuffed Poppet''': You lack anything inside your skin but stuffing. Takes no fall damage, no matter how far they fall, and gain access to a feat ("Nothing but Fluff") that gives you resistance to precision damage.
*'''Toy Poppet''': See that "Small" size up there? Replace it with ''Tiny'', with all that implies.
*'''Windup Poppet''': As long as you're wound, you don't need to eat. (Still need air and sleep, though.)
*'''Wishborn Poppet''': ''When you wish upon a star...'' If you roll a success on a emotion or fear effect, get a crit instead.
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=====Lost Omens: Impossible Lands=====
*'''[[Ghoran]]'''
**8 HP, Medium sized, +2 Constitution, +2 free boost to any ability score
***As with the Leshies, the Ghorans are plantfolk who don't need to eat, instead subsisting on sunlight for photosynthesis.
*** Originally, they were the result of a druid trying to make a super-adaptable plant and succeeding so hard that the plants eventually evolved into sentient lifeforms. Each one houses a soul that dates back much further, which some can tap into for some extra knowledge using feats. Their heritages include:
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*'''Ancient Ash Ghoran''': You have a stronger link to your past lives, providing a bonus trained skill that becomes Expert as you level up.
*'''Enchanting Lily Ghoran''': You actually smell very nice for a humanoid planty. You're not only trained in Diplomacy but you also get a bonus when talking to people who can smell you.
*'''Strong Oak Ghoran''': You're more tree-man than plant-man. Because of this, you're harder to grab and harder to knock down by tripping.
*'''Thorned Rose Ghoran''': Roses, thorns, you get the gist. You get a daily special reaction that can make an enemy that hits you scratch themselves on your thorns, dealing ongoing bleed damage.
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*'''[[Kashirishi]]'''
**8 HP, Small sized, +2 Constitution, +2 free boost to any ability score
***Surprisingly, a wholly new race of empathic humanoid rhinos that are as small as halflings. Sadly, those horns aren't very dangerous, being more useful as personal lanterns as they're made with crystals rather than ivory. Their heritages include:
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*'''Athamasi Kashrishi''': For some reason, you have a second set of vestigial arms. While you can't grab anything, they can help with climbing while your hands can do other things.
*'''Lethoci Kashrishi''': Your society is more coastal, frequently used to swimming in the ocean. You gain a bonus on Athletics checks for swimming and can't critfail swimming checks.
*'''Nascent Kashrishi''': Surprisingly, these are a less developed sort of psychic rhino-man, but it provides its own sort of potential. This provides you with a bonus ancestry feat.
*'''Trogloshi Kashrishi''': Your body actually has more luminescent patterns in addition to your horn. You get the Crystal Luminescence feat, which makes your horn glow brighter, especially when casting spells. You can take this feat again to become more of a lighthouse and make turning the light on/off a free action.
*'''Xyloshi Kashrishi''': Contrary to most, your horn is actually capable of being used as a natural weapon, dealing 1d6 piercing damage with Finesse.
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*'''[[Nagaji]]'''
**10 HP, Medium sized, +2 Strength, +2 free boost to any ability score
***Your bite is a d6 piercing natural weapon.
***While the Nagaji are returning from last edition, the Naga-descended people actually got way more variety to their shapes. They're now capable of being more than just scaly snakemen, they can even look more like [[lamia]]s. Their heritages include:
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*'''Hooded Nagaji''': Your head is that of a cobra. This means that you now gain a short-ranged venom spit attack that deals 1d4 poison damage and deals ongoing damage on a crit.
*'''Sacred Nagaji''': The aforementioned Lamia-like species, considered uplifted snakes rather than crafted by Nagas. You can't bite people, but you can instead slap people with your tail, dealing 1d6 bludgeoning damage and becoming harder to trip or grab.
*'''Titan Nagaji''': You are literally built different, swoler than fuck. Your scales now act as a natural suit of armor that you can't remove, but it will be an issue if you try making a class that doesn't value Strength to some degree.
*'''Venomshield Nagaji''': Snakes naturally develop a resistance to their own venom, so why can't you? This grants a resistance to poison damage and a bonus to resist any poison.
*'''Whipfang Nagaji''': You have a freakishly long neck. You can use this neck to your advantage by spending an action to extend the range of your bite attack.
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*'''[[Vanara]]'''
**6 HP, Medium sized, +2 Dexterity, +2 free boost to any ability score
***The monkey-men return, complete with a prehensile tail they can use almost like a third hand. Their heritages include:
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*'''Bandaage Vanara''': The most common sort of Vanara, this clan has spread their influence quite wide and have adapted to life in civilization. You suffer no penalties from being in a crowd.
*'''Lahkgyan Vanara''': Though created in the monkey-god's image, they are very ruthless rather than tricksy. You gain a 1d6 bite attack.
*'''Ragdyan Vanara''': The eldest of the heritages, tracing back to the origins of the Vanaras, you value stories and tradition more than others. You can cast one harmless divine cantrip as an innate spell.
*'''Wajaghand Vanara''': The descendants of Vanaras once enslaved by a Rakshasa, leaving scars that have persisted generations. You gain extra resistance to spells and powers that tamper with emotions.
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*'''[[Vishkanya]]'''
**6 HP, Medium sized, +2 Dexterity, +2 free boost to any ability score
***Far more humanlike than the Nagaji, but their spit and blood contain very potent venoms that they can use on their own weapons. Through various ancestry feats, you can make this venom even more powerful and more crippling. Their heritages include:
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*'''Elusive Vishkanya''': You are a lot more slippery than others in a literal sense. You get a bonus to escape and can move faster when squeezing in tight spaces.
*'''Keen-Venom Vishkanya''': Through some keen work, you are capable of using your venom on a weapon as you draw it.
*'''Old-Blood Vishkanya''': The eldest of the heritages, tracing back to immigrants who sought to reclaim Jamelray. You're trained in Diplomacy and get either the Streetwise or Courtly Graces skill feat.
*'''Prismatic Vishkanya''': Your scales are actually quite shiny and sparkly. You are not only proficient in Performance, but you also get the Fascinating Performance feat.
*'''Scalekeeper Vishkanya''': Your skills lie in book-keeping and history. This gives you the ability to recall knowledge for free once per day.
*'''Venom-Resistant Vishkanya''': While your innards contain venom, you also have plenty of antivenoms. You not only get resistance to poison, but your saves against poisons also decrease the severity of it even faster.
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====Extinction Curse====
*'''[[Shoonie]]s'''
**6 HP, Small sized, +2 Dexterity, +2 Charisma, +2 free boost to any ability score, -2 Constitution
***The first of the brand-new races to Pathfinder Second Edition, Shoonies were added to the game in the third book of the ''Extinction Curse'' [[Adventure Path]]. Pug-like dogfolk living within the Isle of Kortos, they are a pacifistic, kindhearted people that believe no one is beyond redemption or second chances (even if the low base HP and Constitution penalty makes them a little unsuited for <s>Paladin</s>Champion builds). This doesn't stop the few that suffer a personal offense or that threatens their people's peaceful life from becoming adventurers. Shoony feats are few in number and not all that powerful, focusing on traversal and navigating through and around opponents, but they are one of the few playable races of the time of this writing that are able to gain a burrowing speed with them! The heritage options they have are the following:
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*'''Bloodhound Shoony''': Your family's stout snouts not only are able to block out foul stenches, but they can ascertain specific threats that their other senses cannot pick up. They gain the ''imprecise scent'' sense with a range of 30ft, and gain a +2 to any Survival check to Track those they have smelled before.
*'''Fishseeker Shoony''': Years of patient, calming fishing has honed your reflexes. Any time you successfully Grab An Edge, you crit-success the check. Any time you would crit-fail such a check, you only fail to, so you don't have to test if shoonies lack collarbones like real dogs. Also, anytime someone fails to Disarm you, you cause them to crit-fail their check!
*'''Paddler Shoony''': Your kin never found much issue living the swamp life. You ignore difficult terrain and greater difficult terrain regarding bogs, and you crit-succeed any successful Swim check.
*'''Thickcoat Shoony''': Despite most shoonies living in humid marshes and isles, your family was somehow living up north. You have a much thicker coat of fur that grants you cold damage resistance equal to half your level, you resist freezing environments down one stage, and you can always target creatures concealed only by snow. However, heat-based environments are one level more extreme to you than normal.</div>
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====Advanced Player's Guide====
*'''[[Catfolk]]'''
**8 HP, Medium sized, +2 Dexterity, +2 Charisma, +2 free boost to any ability score, -2 Wisdom
***The felines have returned to the play space, and the [[Furry|furries rejoiced.]] Lithe, wild, somewhat matriarchal, and always like to satiate their curiosity, the amurrans of Golarion are still out and about the place. Their feats focus heavily on improving their movement and manipulating rolls to avoid worst-case scenarios, including the ability to use their reaction to instantly revive a comrade from being knocked out at Level 13. Your pick of the heritage litter includes:
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*'''Clawed Catfolk''': Your family always had deadly claws, capable of gouging out eyes and leaving nasty wounds. You gain a 1d6 claw strike.
*'''Flexible Catfolk''': Introduced in ''Lost Omens Ancestry Guide''. You have the catlike trait of squeezing out of tight spots. As long as you don't need to squeeze, you don't count tight spots as difficult terrain. You also gain a bonus to slip out of binds.
*'''Hunting Catfolk''': You're a natural predator. Stalking your prey comes easy to you. You have a 30ft ''imprecise scent'' using your sense of smell. You also have +2 to any Survival check made to Track your prey that you've smelt before.
*'''Jungle Catfolk''': Your kin is closer to panthers and jaguars than just the regular, ol' pussy-cat. You ignore difficult undergrowth terrain, and treat greater difficult undergrowth terrain as just difficult terrain.
*'''Liminal Catfolk''': Introduced in ''Lost Omens Ancestry Guide''. You might be related to the Cheshire Cat. You know Detect Magic as an innate spell and have an easier time identifying certain beings from beyond the material plane.
*'''Nine Lives Catfolk''': Great misfortune always seemed to evade or be mitigated with your family, being able to come back from any life-threatening disaster. Whenever you would be KO'd by a critical hit, you only go down to Dying 1, instead of Dying 2.
*'''Sharp-Eared Catfolk''': Introduced in ''Lost Omens Ancestry Guide''. You can pick up noises far more easily, helping you pick out hidden creatures a little faster.
*'''Winter Catfolk''': A thick coat of fur guards you from the cold, granting you cold damage resistance equal to half your level, and you treat every cold environmental effect as one step less extreme than normal. Not too thick, else heat might be an issue for you...
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*'''[[Kobold]]s'''
**6 HP, Small sized, +2 Dexterity, +2 Charisma, +2 free boost to any ability score, -2 Constitution
***Everyone's favorite scrappy, overconfident, dragon-loving cannon-fodder returns in the APG. While the intervening years between first and second edition hasn't altered them too much society-wise, they have changed quite a bit appearance-wise. They have wider, flatter heads, more pronounced horns, and a thicker frame, giving them a more reptilian appearance fitting for their dragon-descended claims. Feat-wise, they have a rather short list, but there are some quite useful effects focusing on their innate ability to breathe the elements like their dragon patron, excel in their trap-making abilities, or...to a take a page out of the [[5E]] Kobold playbook and cry, whine, and cringe to negate critical damage or Feint... At least that last bit is optional and they don't have sun sensitivity, unlike their brethren from the [[Wizards of the Coast| coast]]. Their heritages are the following:
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*'''Cavern Kobold''': Your family's home was as tight and compact as the egg you hatched from. You can move half your Speed whenever you successfully Climb rock walls and other stone terrain, and your full speed if you crit-succeed the check. You also crit-success all successful Squeeze checks.
*'''Draconic Sycophant''': Introduced in the ''Lost Omens Ancestry Guide''. You are a skilled climber. You get the Combat Climber skill feat (You can fight while climbing and don't count as being flat-footed). In particular, you can use your tail for climbing and wield weapons with both hands. In addition, any time you pass an Athletics check for climbing, you count it as a critical success.
*'''Dragonscaled Kobold''': While all kobolds have scale colors equal to their draconic exemplar, your scales are far closer to them in color and elemental protection. You gain resistance equal to half your level of your draconic exemplar's damage type, and you double the resistance against dragon's Breath Weapon strikes.
*'''Spellscale Kobold''': You can tap into your latent draconic magics. You gain an arcane cantrip.
*'''Strongjaw Kobold''': You have a vicious set of chompers, coming from your mother, father, or both! You gain a 1d6 jaw attack.
*'''Tunnelflood Kobold''': Introduced in ''Lost Omens Ancestry Guide''. Your warren was frequently flooded. You gain a swim speed.
*'''Venomtail Kobold''': Your tail is tipped with a spur, filled with a deadly venom. You can, once a day, spend one action coat any piercing or slashing weapon with it to deal persistent poison damage equal to your level against your opponent, should you land your next blow.
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*'''[[Orc]]s'''
**10 HP, Medium sized, +2 Strength, +2 free boost to any ability score
***The green-skinned boys are back in town! Ferocious, brutish, and undying, the orcs come swinging with a vicious, full-sized feat list. The APG sidesteps a lot of their more "violent" tendencies of pillaging and "conception" of half-orcs, preferring to focus on their glory-seeking, honesty and unbreakable loyalty to those they see as equals or treat them nicely. They are a society looking to surpass their shitty upbringings, wanting to move on from their long history of conflict.... by way of conflict. Their feat list focuses a lot on resisting magic, improving their deadly strength, or finding new and exciting ways to ''refuse to die''. This also helps half-orcs tremendously, who started with a comparatively small list of feats they could take, in comparison to half-elves. One of the few niceties orcs have ever given to their illegitimate kin. Their list of heritages have:
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*'''Badlands Orc''': Your homeland was as equally as harsh and inhospitable as you are. You can Hustle without tiring for twice as long than normal, and you gain environmental heat resistance, dropping it down one level.
*'''Battle-Ready Orc''': Introduced in the ''Lost Omens Ancestry Guide''. Your countenance is particularly frightening. You are trained in Intimidation and have the Intimidating Glare skill feat (You can scare folks with just your eyes alone).
*'''Deep Orc''': Your red eyes and calloused hands are proof that the cavernous depths have fostered your family. You gain two skill feats, one that grants +1 to Survival checks while you are underground, the other letting you fight while climbing easier.
*'''Grave Orc''': Introduced in ''Lost Omens Ancestry Guide''. You were exposed to necromantic energies that didn't quite kill you, even though it should have. You gain resistance to negative energy damage and a bonus to saves against necromancy.
*'''Hold-Scarred Orc''': Your family has a longstanding tradition of ritually scarring or tattooing themselves. You gain 12 base HP from your ancestry, not 10, and you gain a general feat that increases the Dying value threshold to 5, instead of 4.
*'''Rainfall Orc''': Growing up in the flooding rain forests have given you a literally sink-or-swim mentality. You have a +2 bonus to Athletics checks requiring you to Swim or Climb, and a +1 bonus to saving throws against diseases.
*'''Winter Orc''': Introduced in ''Lost Omens Ancestry Guide''. Another generic winter-theme. You gain resistance to cold damage and treat cold weather as one degree lesser.
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*'''[[Ratfolk]]'''
**6 HP, Small sized, +2 Dexterity, +2 Intelligence, +2 free boost to any ability score, -2 Strength
***Diligent, communal, and insightful, the ratfolk return, continuing to fight against the stereotypes and discriminatory actions of the other natives of Golarion, hoping to break the not-[[Skaven]] or other monstrous outlooks most have of them. With their large families and discerning natures, they prefer to keep to themselves. As a nod to [[Starfinder]], Paizo has officially [[Retcon| retconned]] the ratfolk into [[Ysoki]], even given them their ability to store small objects into their cheek pouches as a feat! Speaking of which, their racial feats aren't all that useful, mostly focusing on their hoarding tendencies, navigation, minor improvements to their crafting skills, or just improving their cheek pouch storage size. Their heritages are:
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*'''Deep Rat''': Your family dug their homes deeper than any other rat you know. You gain darkvision.
*'''Desert Rat''': Arid lands and desert sandscapes meant nothing to your kin or you. You can scamper on all-fours, increasing your movement Speed to 30ft, as well as treating environmental hazards based on heat as one degree less severe. Though cold weather is one degree more...
*'''Longsnout Rat''': Your sniffer is longer and stronger than most other rats. You gain a 30ft radius to your sense of smell to find creatures, and a +2 circumstance bonus to any Seek check.
*'''Sewer Rat''': Surviving on garbage came natural to your family, giving you an iron stomach and hardy blood. You gain an immunity to the filth fever disease, as well as the ability to recover quicker from successful poison or disease saving throws, decreasing their Stage by 2 instead of 1 on a success, and 3 instead of 2 on a crit-success.
*'''Shadow Rat''': Your dark fur and dour attitude frightens the local fauna. You become Trained in Intimidation, and you can Coerce animals. You can also Demoralize any animal without a penalty for not sharing their language. However, all animals treat you with disrespect in kind, decreasing their default attitude towards you down one stage. This can be a little problematic for any nature-based campaign, as you piss off every species of wild beast within the immediate area into attacking you just by ''existing''.
*'''Snow Rat''': Introduced in ''Lost Omens Ancestry Guide''. You are a very fluffy rodent. You get a resistance to cold damage and treat cold weather as one step less dangerous.
*'''Tunnel Rat''': Introduced in ''Lost Omens Ancestry Guide''. You're quite used to tight places. You have the Quick Squeeze skill feat (You can move and squeeze through a tight space at the same time) and any tight spots that don't require you to squeeze don't count as difficult terrain.
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*'''[[Tengu]]'''
**6 HP, Medium sized, +2 Dexterity, +2 free boost to any ability score
***Your default ability is having a d6 pecking attack.
***The tengu caw there way back into player hands, picking up a lot of new tricks, based around their youkai origins. While they still are scavengers of ill-repute like in first edition, some have became natural "jinx-eaters", able to absorb misfortune, perfect for guiding ships and other mercantile-based trades. Others follow their old, sword-based martial talents, a much easier feat to accomplish thanks to their much more practical stat line for such a calling. Sure, their ancestry feat list isn't too long, but it does have many practical abilities. Such as screwing over any fortune/misfortune effect, growing wings with a fly speed, or even assuming a human-based disguised form that can later evolve into a ''giant [[oni]] monstrosity with Enlarge and Fly as innate spells.'' The tengu are definitely one of the biggest winners of the edition shift so far! Their heritages include:
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*'''Dogtooth Tengu''': Your beak also has sharp teeth inside it. Your peck attack has the Deadly d8 feature, making crits more dangerous.
*'''Jinxed Tengu''': Curses mean nothing to your family at this point. Any curse or misfortune effect you succeed in turns into a crit-success. And whenever you would suffer the Doomed status, you can make a DC17 flat check to try to reduce the status value by 1.
*'''Mountainkeeper Tengu''': Your family has a keen link to the spirits of the realm, thanks to their generations of ascetism and spirituality. You gain the Disrupt Undead cantrip as an innate primal spell, and any other spell you would gain from your heritage or ancestry can be cast as either divine or primal.
*'''Skyborn Tengu''': Something about you has gifted you with a lighter frame or even entire (unusable) wings! You take no falling damage, no matter how far you fall.
*'''Stormtossed Tengu''': You have a hankering for storm-chasing, or storms had a hankering for you, ever since you were a chick. You gain electricity damage resistance equal to half your Level and you can target any creature concealed by rain or fog without a flat check.
*'''Taloned Tengu''': In addition to the tengu standard of their strong beaks, your family always had strong claws! You gain a 1d4 claw strike.
*'''Wavediver Tengu''': Introduced in ''Lost Omens Ancestry Guide''. Your particular family is adept at dealing with the waves. You gain a swim speed. You have a special feat that makes getting wet less of an issue.
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====Guns & Gears====
*'''Automaton'''
**8 HP, Medium or Small sized, +2 Strength, +2 free boost to any ability score
*** The remnants of an ancient [[magitech]] empire who couldn't build these things fast enough to stop their own collapse due to making so many enemies.
*** Rather than the vague origins of [[Warforged]], these guys are explicitly stated to have souls transplanted from human donors - and the effects of being a human in a nigh-immortal shell went as well as you'd expect.
*** Have low-light vision because you're a robot.
*** Share the Warforged philosophy of being technically living constructs. While immune to sleep or starvation, they can still be healed by normal means and can be affected by many things most constructs would otherwise be able to ignore.
*** Have plenty of feats that provide some badass tricks that being a robot gives. However, there are also some later feats that can improve you earlier feats to become even stronger. As an example, one of your feats provides you with built-in medium armor which, if upgraded, gives you a DC 17 check to degrade a critical hit you suffer into a normal hit. One of your capstone feats turns you into a FUCKING MAGICAL CANNON.
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*'''Hunter Automata''': For some reason, your appearance is more animalistic than humanoid. This includes being able to move faster when on all fours, but only if your hands are free. You also have ways of being sneaky from a feat.
*'''Mage Automaton''': Your chassis has the ability to tap into your core more easily, allowing you to cast more easily. This allows you to cast one arcane cantrip as an innate spell. A later feat lets you also gain a spell slot from this.
*'''Sharpshooter Automaton''': Your eyesight and reflexes are among the keenest in the world. You get a special action you can use to reduce the penalties inflicted by shooting beyond a weapon's first range bracket. A later feat turns you into a sort of scrap cannon, letting you shoot out random scrap you picked up throughout the day as a rain of shrapnel.
*'''Warrior Automaton''': Your frame is quite bulky, being made for close combat. This gives you an unarmed attack that deals 1d6 damage. A later feat also gives you the chance to piledrive a grappled opponent into the ground.
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====Book of the Dead====
*'''Skeleton'''
**6 HP, Medium sized, +2 Dexterity, +2 Charisma, +2 free boost to any ability score
*** The meme is real, you are now the spooky scary skellingtons.
*** While you lack any hunger, you still need to collect bones for repairs.
*** Have a lot of feats based on disassembly, from merely collapsing into a pile of bones to using your ribs as weapons and rearranging your structure into something akin to an animal.
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*'''Compact Skeleton''': You might have once been something like a Halfling or Gnome, meaning that you are Small. You gain the Tight Squeeze skill feat even if you lack the prerequisite skill training and you don't count tight spaces as difficult terrain.
*'''Fodder Skeleton''': The most common type of skeleton, raised from a great many different species including humans. Because of how efficiently necromantic energy runs through you, your speed improves to 30 feet.
*'''Monstrous Skeleton''': You were raised from the remains of monstrous humanoid creature, if not an actual beast. You gain a unique natural weapon that deals 1d6 damage based on some unique physical trait.
*'''Sturdy Skeleton''': Your frame is quite bulky, likely being made from some hardy being like an Orc or Dwarf. Your ancestry gives you 10 HP and you gain the Diehard feat.
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====Versatile Heritages====
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No longer your half-_ will always be part human, now your can tack on any of the following to your [[Original character, do not steal|OC]] by replacing their normal subrace. Technically, the half-elves and half-orcs fit here too. None of them really give you a lot beside access to their feats. In other words: You can now be a Dwarf Dhampir or Elf Tiefling, but you're only getting more feat options and a low-light vision upgrade, compared to other heritages' much more direct (if situational) bonuses.
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*'''[[Aasimar]]'''
** Most of the tricks remain, though your some of your level 1 feats lock you into either having Angel, Archon or Azata origins. A later feat even lets you call upon one of your forebears as a ritual.
*'''[[Aphorite]]'''
** Tied to the plane of Law rather than good or evil. This doesn't allow to take feats to tie yourself to either devils or archons, meaning that your feat list is pretty slim.
*'''[[Shifter|Beastkin]]'''
** Rebranded skinwalkers/shifters. Unfortunately, you can't really use some of your more esoteric beastfolk qualities, such as those belonging to birds or sharks (while you can be any animal, down to a T. rex, you don't get their different speeds and senses without some mid-to-late-game feats), and your natural weapon is rather poor. Luckily, you can turn into an animal, gain innate spells, and essentially become permanently large.
*'''[[Changeling]]'''
** Altered somewhat from their initial appearance, Changelings are still the offspring of [[Hag]]s. Now they can be of any race and sex, instead of being humanoid and female-only. They still suffer from, women especially, what is known as "''the Call''", the psychic influence from their mothers that is pushing them to join their coven and turn into hags themselves (begs an interesting question about what happens to the men that end up following the Call...).
**Their Level 1 subrace feat are split between Brine May, Callow May, Dream May, and Slag May origins, based off the type of hag their mothers are. Later feats provide bonuses like resistance to mental effects, dealing mental damage with your claw strikes, and eventually gaining access to some Hag Magic spells.
*'''[[Dhampir]]'''
** Vampires were never really restricted by the base creature, now neither are their hybrid offspring.
** Compared to other versatile heritages, they're rather limited in their racial feat choices. Not a bad thing though, as you get all the important vampire stuff early on.
*'''[[Duskwalker]]'''
** Basically a psychopomp-based equivalent to Aasimar and Tieflings. Feat list is very limited, but it might be due to their very specific origin. ''Lost Omens Ancestry Guide'' added a series of feats having you honor and mimic psychopomps around Golarion, such as morrignas, catrinas, and calacas.
**Despite the above mentioned feats, the closest you have to some sort of heritage feats are two: one gives you a re-roll on a save that would have otherwise killed you (due to dying from some freak accident like choking on a bone or something) or getting a free strike before going down (as a result of having been deliberately killed and resolving to avoid having another killer get away).
*'''[[Ganzi]]'''
** Remain beings tied to the plane of Chaos. Instead of low-light vision, they get resistance equal to half their level against to acid, electricity, or sonic...with the caveat being it's ''randomly picked'' at the start of the day. Chaos indeed...
** Have quite a few feats tied to tail shenanigans like Tieflings.
*'''[[Ifrit]]'''
** Remain fire-based, having resistance to fire damage and are less affected by extreme heat. Various feats include more fire-based tricks.
** Have level 1 feats based on the various subraces 1E introduced.
*'''[[Oread]]'''
** Lack any sort of native resistance to acid, but have better vision in darkness. Various feats include using earth and steel to reinforce your weapons and armor.
*'''[[Doppelganger | Reflection]]'''
** You are the result of something going horribly wrong (or right), being an unnatural duplicate of someone. You get level 1 feats that lock your lineages to being the result of Cloning, a Mirror duplicate, or the result of a polymorph spell gone wrong.
** You gain feats to confuse mental attacks and even yourself about how is the real progenitor with additional powers based on your lineage.
** Have level 1 feats based on the various subraces 1E introduced.
*'''[[Suli]]'''
** Remain the element-neutral descendants of genies. Various feats utilize their ties to elemental magic.
*'''[[Sylph]]'''
** Lack any sort of native resistance to electricity, but have better vision in darkness. Various feats let you deal with the wind as well as control it.
** Have level 1 feats based on the various subraces 1E introduced.
*'''[[Tiefling]]'''
** You get level 1 feats that lock your lineages to devil, daemon or demon as well as a later feat to call upon said forebear.
** A good bit of your feats focus on your more distinct anatomy like a speed boost from hooves, natural weapons and tail trickery.
*'''[[Undine]]'''
** Lack any sort of native resistance to cold, but have a minor swim speed. Various feats let you do fun things with water.
** Have level 1 feats based on the various subraces 1E introduced.
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==Classes==
*Alchemist is now a core class alongside the classic 3.X Roster (Barbarian, Bard, Cleric, Druid, Fighter, Monk, <s>Paladin</s> Champion, Ranger, Rogue, Sorcerer, Wizard).
*Like Starfinder, each class has a key ability score you focus on for class-related saves, and this DC improves in proficiency as you level up. Each also boosts this key stat at level 1.
*Most classes have no out of combat utility. What does remain tends to be gated behind Skill Feats.
*The idea of a "half-caster", as in a class that gains limited access to the lower level spells, is mostly done away with; instead, some classes get "Focus Points". Starting at 1, Focus Points are used to cast Focus Spells, at a cost of 1 Focus Point per use. After a battle, a character can take 10 minutes to refocus and regain a single focus point, but only one. This makes them more useful than once per day, but not as usable as a Cantrip.
**One could also fulfill their limited-casting fetish through multi-classing (Casting classes grant a limited access to spell traditions and casting powers through the right feats).
**As of the Secrets of Magic, something resembling a half-caster exists, although it's more along the lines of "highly limited number of spells per day" (4, '''total''', not per level), rather than the "highly limited access to the spell list" method of PF1E or D&D.
* As a side effect of the above, there are exactly four spell lists: Arcane (Wizard), Divine (Cleric), Primal (Druid) and Occult (Bard); no more, no less. '''All spellcaster classes''' are either assigned or "pick"<ref>In quotation marks because these are chosen by the Player, but frequently '''not''' by the Character.</ref> exactly one of the four as a baseline; subclass features, special feats and Focus Spells can allow access to a few spells outside the list, but usually at the cost of a feat.
*Focus is a new-ish resource that lets you use spell-like abilities like [[Cleric Domain]] Powers, Ki Powers, and similar affairs. Playtesters might better recognize this as Spell Points. Fortunately, this recharges fairly quickly (10 minutes rest) and it's no longer tied to a stat.
** Focus spells (almost) always<ref>The few exceptions are granted as a class or subclass feature, usually just to provide a base ability in focus spells.</ref> cost a class feat, and being able to cast more than one in combat also costs a class feat. In short: Focus Spells are a specialization, and you'll probably only use 1 per encounter, so make it count.
* Multiclassing is purely a matter of feats. For more detail, see below under Miscellaneous.

As to the individual classes themselves:

====Core Rulebook Classes====

*'''[[Alchemist]]'''
**Replaced those spell-like infusions that were totally jank anyways with just gaining access to the big list of alchemical items without needing an extra feat. Some of these items you can even make for free without needing to spend much time or any cash on crafting. This is all managed by your daily resources, your Infused Reagents.
**Though this is as much an overall system change: Bombs have been replaced with an expansion of the Alchemical(Splash) Weapons (Acid flask, Alchemist's Fire, etc...), which now come in higher levels, so even non-Alchemists can benefit from them past the first three or four levels.
**Has the ability to instantly make some free lower-level alchemical things using your Infused Reagents.
**Split into subclasses known as ''Research Fields''. Alongside some other improvements, you do get the means of producing infinite numbers of certain lower-level items for free. They are composed of the following:
***'''Bomber''' (''Core Rulebook'') -- Lets them produce infinite bombs and target your splash damage against only your main target.
***'''Chirurgeon''' (''Core Rulebook'') -- Lets the Alchemist craft ''elixirs of life'' (basic healing potions) as well as potions and antidotes. It also lets them use Crafting over Medicine for <s>Untrained and Trained Medicine checks (still requiring you to have Medicine Trained in the first place...)</s> any tests and feats requiring the latter. Suffered pretty severely early on due to the extremely limited scope of free items they can craft.
***'''Mutagenist''' (''Core Rulebook'') -- Lets them use their Infused Reagents to craft mutagens, as well as (added in an errata) the ability to reactivate any mutagen they have consumed that day, regardless of materials, once per day.
***'''Toxicologist''' (''Advanced Player's Guide'') -- They can craft infinite poisons, as well as only use one action to coat a weapon in poison over two. They also have an easier time inflicting said poison, using their Class DC over the poison's check, should it be higher.

*'''[[Barbarian]]'''
**Rather than the rounds/day nonsense of the past, now Rages last a full minute before needing a cooldown, just like in 5E. However, like last edition, going into a Rage does restrict what actions you can take and it initially needs a lengthy cooldown period that...just means you can't rage again. No penalties or anything.
**"Instincts" are pretty much the replacements of Totems, granting a bonus effect to your rage, a bonus resistance to eventually develop while raging at Level 9, and an anathema that prevents you from raging for a full day should you break it, because everyone needs to fall. The Instincts are:
***'''Animal Instinct''' (''Core Rulebook'') -- Grants the Barbarian an animal's unarmed attacks while they are raging, polymorphing their body to match those powers. Good, as using weapons while you are raging is anathema.
***'''Dragon Instinct''' (''Core Rulebook'') -- Increases the damage they deal while Raging, as well as convert that damage to the element of their patron dragon. They also choose to revere or abhor the draconic patron, making it anathema to deny their orders for the former and being unable to slay them for the latter.
***'''Fury Instinct''' (''Core Rulebook'') -- The simplest of them, it increases the damage they deal while raging as well as gives them an additional 1st-Level Barbarian feat. It has no anathema to break, but no additional abilities either.
***'''Giant Instinct''' (''Core Rulebook'') -- Lets the Barbarian the ability to wield Large-sized weapons, as well as any weapon one-size larger than them should they be any size other than Small or Medium, all of which also applies to their starting gear. Though its heavy weight and size gives them a status penalty while they wield it, it also increases their rage damage. Failing to face a personal challenge of strength is anathema.
***'''Spirit Instinct''' (''Core Rulebook'') -- Increases the rage damage they deal, as well as give them the option to make it Positive or Negative damage instead of their normal damage. They also gain the Ghost Touch ability on all their weapons and unarmed attacks while raging, meaning they are so angry, they can punch ghosts and other specters. Disrespecting the dead and other corpses is anathema.
***'''Superstitious Instinct''' (''Advanced Player's Guide'') -- Being angry about all forms of magic grants them +2 to all saves against magical effects as well as the ability to heal themselves equal to the amount of temporary hit points they would have regained while raging. Willingly accepting magical effects and spells onto yourself, ''including healing'' (potions are exempt from this), or travelling with someone that has no intentions of respecting your superstitions, is anathema.

*'''[[Bard]]'''
**Now full casters, with access to 10th level spells in their own rinky-dink spell list (called "Occult").
**Much of the old bardic buffs and debuffs spells and abilities have became what are known as ''Composition Spells'', special focus spells and cantrips that can only be cast one at a time, per turn.
**Bards are also subdivided into subclasses through "Muses", each providing a 1st-Level feat and a free spell to their spell repertoire:
***'''Enigma''' (''Core Rulebook'') -- Loves to hunt down mysteries and other forbidden knowledge. Grants them the Bardic Lore feat, letting them roll Recall Knowledge on any subject, no matter how niche or obscure. It also gives them ''True Strike'' as a spell.
***'''Maestro''' (''Core Rulebook'') -- The classic music-playing bard. Gives the Lingering Composition feat and focus spell, giving them a chance to extend any composition spell from one round, up to four. They also gain ''Soothe'' as a spell.
***'''Polymath''' (''Core Rulebook'') -- The traditional jack-of-all-trades bard. Gives them the Versatile Performance feat, letting them substitute Performance for Diplomacy, Deception, and Intimidation checks and for the purposes of Training Prerequisites. It also gives them ''Unseen Servant'' as a spell.
***'''Warrior''' (''Advanced Player's Guide'') -- Closest thing to an occult-based [[Magus]] gish at the moment without the need for Archetypes, granting them sword-and-spell prowess. Gives them the Martial Performance feat, giving them proficiency in all martial weapons. It also gives them ''Fear'' as a spell.

*'''[[Cleric]]'''
**Domains now only give ''two'' spell-like powers. Nothing more, nothing less. This is also done over two feats.
***As a measure of compensation for this, each deity has a small set of spells they automatically grant their clerics (naturally Nethys, the god of magic, gives more than most other deities).
**Cure and Channel Energy are now one and the same. The effect you'd typically call Channel Energy is now an extended-casting version of the Heal/Harm spell.
**Clerics are billed between different subtypes known as Doctrines, each providing specific bonuses and proficiency increases every 1st, 3rd, 7th, 11th, 15th, 17th, and 19th Levels. They are:
***'''Cloistered''' (''Core Rulebook'') -- The divine spell-focused caster Cleric. Grants them their first Domain feat and improves your divine spell proficiencies to their maximums.
***'''Warpriest''' (''Core Rulebook'') -- Grants them training light and medium armor proficiency, all the tricks needed for shields, and Expert Fortitude proficiency. While initially stuck with the base weapon proficiencies of a Cleric (unless your favored weapon is a simple weapon, in which caste, you get the Divine Simplicity feat to make them deadlier) gaining martial weapon proficiency at Trained level, and Expert in their Deity's Preferred Weapon.

*'''[[Druid]]'''
**They get access to the Primal spell list and Order Spells, special Focus Spells that are dependent on your Order.
**Druids still abide to their traditional anathemas: you can't don metal armor or shields, carelessly ruin nature, or teach the Druidic language to non-druids. Else you lose your magical powers and Order benefits and must have the ''Atone'' ritual cast on you to rejoin them. Orders also provide additional anathemas, similar to Barbarians and Champions.
**The Orders are:
***'''Animal Order''' (''Core Rulebook'') -- Grants them Athletics training and an animal companion at Level 1. Being cruel to animals or committing wanton, extinction-class slaughter against them is anathema to the Animal Order.
***'''Flame Order''' (''Secrets of Magic'') -- Grants Acrobatics training and the Fire Lung feat, which ignores penalties involving smoke. Letting supernatural fires to spread or stopping natural fires in a way that harms the environment is anathema.
***'''Leaf Order''' (''Core Rulebook'') -- Grants the druid Diplomacy training and a [[Leshy]] familiar. Haplessly destroying plant-life is anathema.
***'''Stone Order''' (''Secrets of Magic'') -- Grants Crafting training and the Steadying Stone feat, which helps keep your balance when on ground. Corrupting the ground and carelessly scouring the earth of its resources is anathema.
***'''Storm Order''' (''Core Rulebook'') -- Acrobatics training and no penalty to casting spells in or against targets concealed by weather comes naturally to the Storm Druid. Polluting the air or allowing vast, ecological climate shifts to happen to a threat you know of is anathema to you (So no smoking!).
***'''Wave Order''' (''Secrets of Magic'') -- Grants Medicine training and the Shore Step feat, letting you ignore penalties when in shallow water and improving Athletics checks when in water. Polluting the water of allowing vast ecological climate shifts to happen to a threat you know of is anathema.
***'''Wild Order''' (''Core Rulebook'') -- The shape shifting-focused Order. Training in Intimidation and easy access to the ''Wild Shape'' focus spell, as well the ''Wild Morph'' focus spell. Letting yourself become "fully-domesticated to the temptations of civilization", read: owning a house there is anathema.

*'''[[Fighter]]'''
**Fighters possess an interrupting Opportunity Attack by default. For sake of gimping everyone else while uplifting the fighter, this is now an exclusive feature (though Champions, Barbarians, and, presumably, similar future martial classes can grab it as a class feat at level 6 while other classes get similar-yet-different reactions - that and Attack of Opportunity being surprisingly rare among monsters and NPCs).
**They took the [[Brawler]]'s ability to take feats they don't have, though at a much slower rate.
**They are also the only class in the CRB that gets Legendary weapon proficiency, giving them much better accuracy, and in return a much higher chance to crit than (nearly) any other martial class.
*** They also gain proficiency at a much faster rate than other classes, beginning with Expert proficiency at level 1.

*'''[[Monk]]'''
**Start off with Flurry of Blows and aren't automatically bound to Ki powers or [[Wisdom]] at all.
**By default, you're only trained in fists or simple weapons, and that latter one isn't usable with any of your abilities. You'll need to expend feats for proficiency with either melee weapons or bows (Yeah, APG gave us back the Zen Archer).
**While not technically a class feature, ''Guns & Gears'' does have the Bullet Dancer archetype, which introduces guns into the potential tool of usable tools...though by default, you'll be stuck with simple firearms, most of them being old-school muskets and pistols.
**Your unarmored defense isn't tied to Wisdom and you still start with all good saves. Leveling up, however, means leaving one save at just "good" rather than "awesome".
**Alongside the classic Monk powers and maneuvers, your starting Ki powers are either Ki Stride (Move twice in an action) and Ki Strike (Attack once, deal double damage of a certain type). Gaining one of these Ki powers is necessary to gain the later ki powers at the moment, such as the ability to go ''Super Saiyan'' ala ''Dragon Ball Z'', including making your hair/fur/scales change color and glow.
**Monks get innate access to Stance feats, martial stances that switch up their unarmed attacks. Some stances also require ki spells to gain.

*'''[[Paladin|<s>Paladin</s> Champion]]'''
**See that thing up there? The rename? That's a big stride that, among other things, allows you to actually introduce Paladins that aren't [[Lawful Good]] without needing all the rehashing/archetyping/using another class. Again, a sacred cow is slaughtered, and again, [[RAGE|much bile and salt spilled forth from it]].
**A Champion follows their Code of Conduct, composed of their Deity's rulings and their ''Tenet'', which determines which ''Cause'' they can take, each giving them a special reaction they can preform. Later levels provide bonus features and effects to the Reactions. Each Tenet provides its own anathema, with additional ones tacked on depending on the Cause you take and the deity you follow. The Tenets and their respective Causes are of the following:
***'''Tenets of Good''' (''Core Rulebook'') -- Each of the Causes here focus on defending the party and being an upstanding citizen. Each one provides the ''Lay on Hands'' focus spell, as well as a special Reaction to help your party members if they end up attacked. You cannot knowingly preform evil actions, harm innocents, or let innocents be harmed. Naturally, you require a Good alignment and follow a Good-aligned God to take this Tenet and its respective Causes.
****'''Paladin''' -- ''[[Lawful Good]]'' -- The stereotypical Law-Poindexter. You must always act honorably and be a good role-model, as well as always obey and respect the local, legitimate laws. In turn, you gain access to ''Retributive Strike'', a special reaction in which you grant resistance to all damage to an ally being attacked equal to 2 + the Champion's Level, as well as the chance to strike the attacking foe if they are in range of you.
****'''Redeemer''' -- ''[[Neutral Good]]'' -- Believing that everyone deserves second, third, or even fourth chances grants you the ''Glimpse of Redemption'' reaction, the chance for a foe to stop its attack dead in its tracks should it damage an ally. If they choose to go through with the assault, your ally gains damage resistance equal to 2 + the Champion's Level, and the foe gains a status penalty for 2 turns. However, this means you must give your foes the chance to redeem themselves, only taking extreme measures should they continue to act out. You must also show compassion to everyone's care, no matter their authority or station.
****'''Liberator''' -- ''[[Chaotic Good]]'' -- You believe that everyone deserves freedom and the ability to make their own decisions, regardless of station or circumstance. Your steadfast beliefs in self-determination grants you the ''Liberating Step'' reaction, the power to grant damage resistance equal to 2 + your Level to an ally that is under attack or the effects of an immobilizing ability. They can either attempt a new saving throw against the effect or Escape if they were being Grappled or Restrained, in addition to a free 5ft-Step away from the enemy. Being a Liberator, disrespecting people's choices, even if it threatens their own lives, forcing or threatening them to see your point of view, or participating in slavery or tyranny (rather redundant, given the de jure ban on owning slaves already) is anathema to your core values.
***'''Tenets of Evil''' (''Advanced Player's Guide'') -- While the Tenets of Good focuses on defending allies and keeping them alive through copious usage of Lay on Hands, the Tenets of Evil are all about dealing heavy amounts of damage and penalizing anyone that dares touch you through their reactions. They all also gain the ''Touch of Corruption'' focus spell, essentially reverse Lay on Hands. You throw your weight around, making sure that you are a spiked wall, converting your defensive prowess into offensive might. This, however, makes playing the Champion as their intended sentinel-like roles harder, as the game lacks any particular Taunt-esque feats and Champions require spending their Level 6 feat to get their Attack of Opportunity. It does tie into their innately selfish natures, as willingly performing good acts, or putting others' lives and well-beings above your own or your deity's is anathema to you. Their Causes include:
****'''Tyrant''' -- ''[[Lawful Evil]]'' -- Your steadfast beliefs in social Darwinism means you are obliged to keep those weaker than you are in line, as you and your god are the mightiest. You gain access to the ''Iron Command'' reaction, allowing you to channel your inner General Zod and force a foe that has dealt damage to you to either kneel prone or suffer mental damage. A feat can even enhance the damage to be ''persistent!''
****'''Desecrator''' -- ''[[Neutral Evil]]'' -- Evil feels good, and you make sure that everyone knows it. Kick puppies, steal to your hearts content, do whatever you want and let no one stop you. Living up to your hedonistic heart, spreading the good word of evil, grants you the ''Selfish Shield'' reaction, granting you damage resistance equal to 2 + your Level, as well as let you deal extra Evil or Negative damage against the triggering foe on every one of your strikes 'til the end of your turn. Being a Desecrator, you are obliged to corrupt, destroy, and subvert anything good in your way, obliging others to free themselves and join you in your objectivist paradise.
****'''[[Antipaladin]]''' -- ''[[Chaotic Evil]]'' -- The old, demon-worshipping, incredibly destructive, fiendish blackguards are back and here to stay. Their need to destroy all that gets in their way grants them the ''Destructive Vengeance'' reaction, the ability to take an additional 1d6 damage on top of the damage you would have taken normally to deal 1d6 back to that enemy, as well as let you deal additional Evil or Negative damage against them. Probably the most confusing of the reactions, as Evil Champions lack the sustainability of Lay on Hands or the Heal spell, and the damage you deal and take to yourself ''scales'' as you level up. Doesn't even fit the theme of the Antipaladin, as even their anathema explicitly mentions that you don't have to take an action that would mean your own destruction. On that note, Antipaladins are obligated to lie, cheat, steal, never bind yourself to a law, rule, or code other than your own Tenet and deity, and always destroy those that stand in your way.
**A Champion's Code of Conduct is written as such to prevent any particular [[Lawful Stupid]] incidents that comes as a result of having contradicting or improbable to follow Tenets. All Tenets are ordered from most important to least, making sure that should a situation results where you must pick one Tenet to follow over the other, you abide to the most important one first and foremost.
**Your dependence on [[Charisma]] is heavily reduced. Your few focus powers might only need it as a Saving Throw, and you can easily build around them. Hell, Lay on Hands doesn't even factor it in until you.
**Interestingly enough, while you do lose your Focus Pool and any Divine Allies you have should you fall, as well as access to any feats requiring such, you do keep all other Champion abilities and feats, and you can keep leveling the class. It makes playing a Fallen Champion much more viable than in PF1E, though you still end up a worse Fighter at the end of the day.

*'''[[Ranger]]'''
**No longer casters. Good, because they sucked at it anyways...only to return via focus spells known as Warden Spells as of the APG. For the most part, they're really focused on support and work best with pets.
**Favored X is heavily scaled back. Hunt Prey echoes this by making it easier to locate a certain enemy, but this is universal. You have feats that make certain things easier to hunt and another for certain terrain benefits though.
**Though not an exclusive feature, rangers do have feats to make traps (here named "Snares") more conveniently, and these traps are established clearly, rather than the fuckstorm 1E gave us.
**Rangers are subclassed by Hunter's Edge, an action they get while using Hunt Prey. An Edge grants you bonuses against your targeted prey, such as:
***'''Flurry''' (''Core Rulebook'') -- You strike as fast as lightning, reducing your Multiple Attack Penalty down to -3 on your second strike, -6 on your third and additional ones. Agile weapons reduce it even further, down to -2 on your second, -4 on your subsequent ones.
***'''Outwit''' (''Core Rulebook'') -- You gain a +2 bonus on your Deception, Intimidation, Stealth, and Recall Knowledge checks against your prey. You also gain +1 to your AC against any of your prey's strikes against you.
***'''Precision''' (''Core Rulebook'') -- You strike with lethal accuracy, granting you an additional 1d8 Precision damage against your foe on your first strike against them. 11th Level increases the damage to 2d8 and 19th to 3d8.

*'''[[Rogue]]'''
**In a sort-of homage to ''Unchained'''s Signature Skills, Rogues get a couple more Skill Feats and Skill Increases than anyone else.
**Rogues are subdivided based around their Racket. Each Racket contains an Ability Score Boost the class can take over their default Dex increase. They include:
***'''Eldritch Trickster''' (''Advanced Player's Guide'') -- Dabbling in magical studies for their heists grant the Rogue a free multiclass dedication feat for any spellcasting archetype with full magic progression (Basic, Expert, and Master Spellcasting Proficiency feats) as well as training in the skill tied to their chosen spell list.
***'''Mastermind''' (''Advanced Player's Guide'') -- Information brokering and creating convoluted plans to destroy their enemies comes easy to the Mastermind. They grant the Flat-footed condition to any enemy they successfully Recall Knowledge on until the start of their next turn, for a full minute on a Critical Success. They also become Trained in Society and one additional magic-based skill.
***'''Ruffian''' (''Core Rulebook'') -- Smash and grabs are second-nature to the Ruffian, with their ability to Sneak Attack with any simple weapon with a d8 damage die or lower, over just with agile or finesse weapons. They gain training in Intimidation and Medium Armor, the latter scaling with their levels.
***'''Scoundrel''' (''Core Rulebook'') -- These slick spies are as fast with their hands as they are with their silver-tongues. Scoundrels can grant the Flat-footed condition against a target they successfully Feint 'til the end of their next turn, as long as it is a melee attack they deal. A Crit Success makes their target Flat-footed against all melee strikes made against them. Combined with their innate Deception and Diplomacy training, they make great supportive skill monkeys.
***'''Thief''' (''Core Rulebook'') -- You don't need to teach an old dog new tricks, you just need to make their old ones more accessible. The Thief is the classic Dex-to-Damage option, able to gain it with no additional feats, options, or stipulations, as long as they make a melee strike with a finesse weapon (so far the only source of getting dex-to-damage). Naturally, they gain Thievery as their trained skill.

*'''[[Sorcerer (Dungeons & Dragons)|Sorcerer]]'''
** Your bloodline now not only determines what bonus spells you possess, but also which of the four spell lists you can use. This is in addition to your bloodline spell-like powers, which are now the sole triggers for your arcana.
*** Unfortunately, this variety works against the Sorcerer, as there are several variations of the same feat for each spell list and thus limits your choices.
*** Crossblooded Sorcerers (i.e. I have two bloodlines at once like the mongrel I am) exist as feats, letting you poach spells off of one other spell list, but your limit is very small and the feats needed are very far apart.
** Fortunately, the Sorcerer gets 4 spells per day for each level at max, in comparison to everyone else's max of 2 or 3<ref>Besides 10th-level spells, but 10th-level is for the gamebreaker spells, and so everybody (including the Sorcerer) only get 1 (or 2 with a level 20 feat) per day.</ref>. They also get a number of Signature Spells, which can automatically be heightened by casting them at the preferred level.

*'''[[Wizard]]'''
**Bound items are now a constant that not even familiars can remove...though they can somewhat replace this with the proper Thesis.
**Besides schools (Which only grant one school spell and power and then another with a certain feat), you also have a subclass in Theses, which focus on one aspect: Familiars, Metamagic, Spell Blending (Giving you 5E's means to combine lower spell slots for bigger ones), Spell Substitution (Letting you swap spells during the day) and Staff Nexus (Build your own flexible staff)

====Advanced Player's Guide Classes====

*'''[[Investigator]]'''
**Gain a small bonus to investigate things relating to a case. The best equivalent to this is the Expertise dice of last edition, which had plenty of talents focused on expanding its uses - You now have feats that expand how you can investigate.
**Subclasses split between the class' history as a not-Alchemist class, Empiricism (As in that one Archetype that made them Int-SAD, now nerfed into just making your investigations faster), Forensic Medicine (Making you a medic/CSI) and Interrogation (Charmer)
**During combat they can scan an enemy, allowing them to roll before declaring their attack. If they attack with their roll, they get to add their Int-modifier, instead of what they normally would use, if they're attacking with certain weapons (agile or finesse melee weapons or unarmed strikes, ranged weapons, or saps).
**Gain a Rogue-tier amount of Skill Feats, though a majority will be focused on Mental-based skills.
***Also gain a bonus to untrained knowledge skills - not quite the same as Bard's singular Lore skill, but it's still decent.
**One feat also allows you to pull things out of your Bat-Utility Belt. Like a boss.

*'''[[Oracle]]'''
**Curses are now inherently tied to mysteries. Likely so you don't cheese out the really obvious ones (Clouded Sight, Lame, Tongues, etc.)
***Curses now only flare up when you use your mystery's Revelations spells and increase in severity the more you use them. It progresses as follows, with the max you can reach before overwhelming yourself increasing with level: Minor, Moderate, Major, Extreme. Refocusing drops your curse down from where it was back to minor, only resting for a full 8 hours gets rid of the curse completely. Use them too much and you eventually become overwhelmed, preventing you from casting any of your mystery's Revelation spells for the rest of the day. They are still able to cast other, non-Oracle related Focus Spells, however.
**The current mysteries available are Ancestors, Ashes, Battle, Bones, Cosmos, Flames, Life, Lore, Tempest, and Time. Each mystery also has associated Cleric domains which you can jump into via feats. Heck, one of the domains is even given to you upon generation like the Cloistered Cleric.

*'''[[Swashbuckler]]'''
**Panache is now a condition gained through performing particular actions. You can move faster and you deal additional damage with certain weapons.
***This Panache can be spent on making Finishing Moves (attacks with more pretentious naming) that deals extra damage.
**Charmed Life is no longer limited in use, but it's a feat that only adds +2 to a save roll and spends a reaction.
**Your subclasses are Battledancer (Keying off Performance), Braggart (Keying off Intimidation), Fencer (Keying off Deception), Gymnast (Keying off Athletics) and Wit (Keying off Diplomacy). Each gives you an additional means to gain Panache mode<ref>Wit's method is particularly amusing: it involves insulting your opponent so hard they take a penalty against Perception and Will checks for a full minute, unless they come up with a sufficient retort.</ref>.

*'''[[Witch]]'''
**Your Patron designates which spell list you can use and grants you a special cantrip and your familiar a normal spell, similar to the Sorcerer.
***Most of your patron themes are of vague concepts, though not all - The ''Lost Omens Legends'' splat gives you access to [[Baba Yaga]] as a patron.
**Lessons are special feats that provide bonus spells, allowing you to dip outside of your list.
**Your familiar can potentially net six familiar abilities thanks to feats.

===Secrets of Magic===
*'''[[Magus]]'''
**The most famous part of the magus - that is, casting spells through swords - has changed a bit. The action can't benefit from any metamagic feats on its own, but it allows you to still hit things to cast. The class even gives you a boost to Strength or Dexterity at level 1 instead of Intelligence like you'd think.
***Spellstrike is also somewhat limited in use - either you recharge your use by expending an action or using one of your subclass-or-feat-exclusive focus spells. At 20 you can get a feat that makes you permanently Quickened (but only lets you make a Strike or recharge Spellstrike with that action).
**Certain feats let you merge your weapon with magical items like scrolls and staves. This is usually not that helpful, especially when picking the subclass that makes you really good at using a staff as a weapon anyway.
**Your spell slots are extremely limited (a paradigm the game calls "bounded casting"), with the maximum number of total slots you get being a paltry 4. These are always 2 slots each of the two highest spell levels your full caster friends will be casting, though, all the way up to 9th-level spells. (You get to Spellstrike twice with the same spell slot instead of getting 10th-level spells.) This is somewhat less limiting than it sounds, or would've been in 1e, given that most spells can be upcast.
***As you level up, you gain a small subset of spells made for minor conveniences, some determined by subclass. These spells are all given their own lower-level slots that you can expend, which is critical considering your limitations.
***You can still use wands, scrolls, staves, and the rare few items that give you more prepared spells, though, giving you around 4 extra prepared spell slots if your GM lets you find/buy a [https://2e.aonprd.com/Equipment.aspx?ID=462 Ring of Wizardry Type II+] and an [https://2e.aonprd.com/Equipment.aspx?ID=992 Endless Grimoire]. Treasure Vault added a [https://2e.aonprd.com/Equipment.aspx?ID=2258 staff] explicitly designed for Magi, which can shapeshift into a weapon of your choice, lets you turn a missed Spellstrike into area damage, and gives you a bunch of staff charges you'll probably just use to spam True Strike before your Spellstrikes.
**You already start off proficient in medium armor. Great, that "armor proficiencies as you level up" part was a pile of shit anyways!
**You gain a special stance that you can trigger after casting called Arcane Cascade. It deals extra damage (That can be typed depending on the spell you cast) and makes your weapon magical.
***Your subclasses also add a perk to this stance. Inorexable Iron grants temp HP if you wield a two-handed weapon with spells made to trap your enemies on your level. Laughing Shadow keeps to the one-handed weapon trope and acts more like a rogue, boosting speed and dealing extra damage to the flat-footed while using illusory magic. Sparkling Targe lets you use shields while in the stance and lets it block spells and your spells help you defensively. Starlit Span doesn't change your stance any, but it lets you Spellstrike with ranged weapons and provides spells meant to help you hit your mark. Twisting Tree makes staves way more versatile, granting special properties depending on how you hold it and letting you switch styles on the fly. Lost Omens Tian Xia is apparently going to add another Magus subclass when it releases between 2023 and 2024.

*'''[[Summoner]]'''
**Your eidolon is now strictly set to a specific preset form and determines which spell list you take (angels or demons or pychopomps for divine, beasts or plants or fey for primal, [[Spiritualist|phantoms]] of anger or devotion for occult, constructs or dragons for arcane). Unlike most pets, these eat into your action economy (unless you use certain class-based focus spells and actions to act in tandem with them)--though you still come out ahead if using Act Together to basically gain 4 actions each turn total.
***Each eidolon gains special abilities as they level up. They're also pretty clearly meant to be the frontliner as they get to level up their attack proficiencies much faster than you do. Each eidolon type has multiple forms focusing either on combat or on casting based on what you plan on using them for.
***These Eidolons cannot be customized like 1E did with points. Instead, you need to pick up specific feats in order to give them new features.
***You and your eidolon now share the same HP pool, which is a pretty healthy one at 10+Con Mod at level 1. On the plus side, this means that any AOE damage is effectively halved as it counts as if it only hit one of you and status conditions that hit both of you won't stack.
**Last edition's free slots for casting summon spells gets condensed into feats that let you fit multiple summon spells into one spell slot.
**Your spell slots are now OBSCENELY limited, with the maximum number of slots available to you being a paltry 4 and you never get level 10 slots. (Like Magus, you're stuck with Bounded Casting.) While you can auto-heighten any spells you've learned starting at Level 3, it also means that the aforementioned summoning feat becomes way more precious.
***This gimped casting ability is aided slightly by your focus spells. By default, you get two unique cantrips to augment either the eidolon's offense or defense as well as a spell to add some general utility buffs.
**The Synthesist (that one archetype every munchkin and their mother used because it allowed you to min-max the summoner and eidolon as two halves of a perfect whole) comes as a feat with some severe hurdles: You're no longer able to cast any spells you know when merged (Eidolon casting is still fair game) or benefit from anything you wield that can't also affect it (chiefly things like potions or wands), all while using all the eidolon's stats -- including its mental ones.

===Guns & Gears===
*'''[[Gunslinger]]'''
**Crossbow proficiency is now built into the class, yay!
***Guns as a whole are a lot less jankily integrated into the system. Misfires aren't so catastrophically common and they don't need to only hit Touch AC. They also aren't their own weird proficiency bracket but are more just considered Uncommon and only available in certain areas. While they aren't quite as powerful as they were in 1E, they rely more on crits to score the Fatal trait.
***Also present are "Beast Guns", weird magical guns crafted using the parts of certain monsters (Hi, Monster Hunter!) and other cobbled-together firearms that could misfire on any hit. Of course, there's an archetype to specialize in them.
***Speaking of misfires, they only happen on specific situations like firing a poorly-maintained gun or as a result of a specific feat. For the former, you also need to make a simple flat DC 5 check or else it just jams, no weird "counts as broken and a second misfire blows it up" deal.
**Pretty poor armor proficiency progression, but you're already very dependent on dexterity for AC.
**The only other class to get Legendary proficiency in weapons besides fighters. However, this only applies to firearms and crossbows.
***The gunslinger has limited proficiency in other weapons, only capping out at Expert proficiency, which hurts the value of the Drifter especially.
**A lot of the panache tricks return as feats
***Also prevalent are feats that capitalize on enemy attacks (deflecting attacks or striking back on misses)
**One chain of feats not only provides the feat necessary for you to make ammo (Alchemical Crafting, the cornerstone for the Alchemist), but also gives you a lesser version of the Alchemist's Infused Reagents feature including the ability to make bombs and alchemical ammo. Later feats let you turn bombs into ammo and craft ammo from rare metals.
**Your subclasses have special actions, including a thematic special action that integrates to your reload.
***'''Drifter''' (''Guns & Gears'') -- The most direct and mobile style, focusing on sword & gun combat. The unique reload lets you smack someone and reload at the same time.
***'''Pistolero''' (''Guns & Gears'') -- Focusing more on swagger, providing training in either Intimidation or Deception. You have the ability to reload and then distract or demoralize an enemy in the same action.
***'''Sniper''' (''Guns & Gears'') -- The sneaky one, focused more on firing from a distance than getting up close and personal, scoring precision damage while hidden. Your reload lets you hide from the enemy as well, though you'll need to find ways to hide.
***'''Spellshot''' (''Guns & Gears'') -- Oddly more an archetype than an actual subclass, as it locks you into the Spellshot archetype. Contrary to the name, you don't actually gain spellcasting from it, but some spell-like effects such as infusing bullets with typed damage or teleporting the moment you shoot someone. Your reload action lets you recall knowledge as you do it.
***'''Vanguard''' (''Guns & Gears'') -- The siege engineer's choice, made for lugging big guns. Your reload lets you use your gun to shove someone back so you can have room to reload.

*'''Inventor'''
**Pretty much a port of the Mechanic from Starfinder rather than an Artificer. A mechanic with more than a little inspiration from some mad scientist from a b-movie(they can even get a feat called "No! No! I Created You!").
***You have three options for "subclasses", which are the forms your special invention can take: Special armor (either a bulky suit of [[Power Armor]] or something stealthier), Special weapons, or a clockwork drone (also present via feats, but the feats you have will kinda force you into either using the drone or your other innovation). All of these have a set of mods available that expands with level progression.
****These mods are independent from mods provided by certain feats, though they can be retrained all the same when you gain the ability to remake your invention
****While not exactly a pet, taking a construct as your invention does have its own chain of feats that improve the thing with better attacks, improved skill proficiencies and a size change.
****Have a class feature that lets you change your invention's damage to being typed.
**Have an action that pushes your invention past its limit, adding your Intelligence (half or full if you crit succeed the check necessary) to your damage. Crit Fail just makes it overheat, burning you as well.
**Several feats grant actions that push your invention to their limits, leading to a chance that it'll pop and be unable to use such taxing actions. The one you get by default...makes the invention go kaboom. Fortunately, this explosion won't hurt you.

===Dark Archive===
*'''[[Psychic (Pathfinder)|Psychic]]'''
**Can be played as an Int-focused or Cha-focused occult spontaneous caster depending on the Subconscious Mind subclass you select.
***You get fewer spell slots and a fixed set of cantrips based on your Conscious Mind subclass, but get boosts to those cantrips and can spend focus points to "amp" them further. You also add more spells to your repertoire based on your Conscious Mind.
****You can grab feats providing new amp options for your cantrips.
**You can follow-up casting by unleashing your psyche, allowing you to trigger certain feats as well as an action that's determined by your subclass. Unleashing gives your spells a large damage boost for two turns. But afterwards you are spent, and have a failure chance on all spells cast for two turns.

*'''[[Occultist|<s>Occultist</s> Thaumaturge]]'''
**You essentially remain a not-quite-caster bedecked in tons of items that knows too much. Difference now is that it's not mechanically built as spellcasting anymore. The implements all have different perks based on what they are.
***Your implements are now based on certain types of items rather than certain schools, some of which give special tricks while others stack onto your central power.
**As befits someone bedecked in fancy crap, you have a feat that lets you trigger magical items one more time, as well as one that lets you invest in a TON of magical items that scales based on your Charisma.
**Your combat value needs you to perform a knowledge check (Using a Charisma-based special Lore skill in the vein of Bardic Knowledge) to identify weaknesses and either attune your attacks to them or create your own vulnerability to slap on.
**There are feats that allow you to make temporary scrolls and talismans for whatever you need.
**Some feats allow you to have your own personal hideout without using the Vigilante archetype, as well as feats made for warding circles

===Rage of the Elements===
*'''[[Kineticist]]'''
**Remains the same elementally-focused not-bender, now unfettered from the very dubious occult links. It's now actually considered Primal.
**Subclass shows how much you dedicate to a certain element (either only one element, two elements, or all) with the more dedicated kineticists getting more feats from it.
***Feat overload is at its finest here. Not only do you have your basic class feats, but you also get feats for each element to pick from. While not such an issue for Single Gate Kineticists (those focused on only one element), Dual Gate ones will be needing to pick out wisely, to say nothing about the Infinite Gate Kineticists who can pick anything. Thankfully, those last sorts have a flexible feat slot that changes each day.
**Several feats also let you emanate an aura of elemental energy that can affect those around you, with a class feat letting you expand its reach further.
**Kinetic Blast can now freely swap between punches and ranged attacks, gaining proficiency ranks alongside unarmed attacks.
**Rather than using Burn or Focus Points, certain abilities now expend the elemental energy you have gathered (which in itself is now an action). This gathered power is doubly important as your blasts (and some other abilities) also draw from it, though not as much so it won't go out with one shot.
** Likely to change further when Rage of the Elements actually releases.

====General Class-Related Stuff====
Some side notes:

*Companions are now effectively a chassis you add on by selecting a type of animal. Each has a special attack, each has a trained skill, and you can spend one action to give them two of their own.
**The old archetypes (Before ''Ultimate Wilderness'' gave us all the gonzo things like robo-pets and dragon-pets) are now reclassed as Specialized Companions, which add a special capstone to pet progression feats.
*Familiars have to select between two sets of powers: One grants it special properties (Which includes abilities the animal would normally have, like wings or speech), and the other has abilities made to support you.
*[[Multiclassing]] (Labeled as 'Archetyping' for some asinine reasoning) is managed through feats, just like 4E. You have to take one entry feat instead of a class feat and then buy two associated feats before you can access another archetype. But aside from the loss in feats(which is honestly a big part of some classes' power), you never actually stop progression in your main class.
**This is also pulling double duty for [[Prestige Class]]es, as setting books let you access specific organizations like the Hellknights and Pathfinder Society, and some archetypes even branch off of other archetypes by circumventing the three-feat limit (See: Hellknight Armiger to Hellknight or Hellknight Signifier). The biggest game-changer introduced in the ''Advanced Player's Guide'' wasn't the four new classes, but actually the whopping ''36'' Archetypes the book introduced. Some specialising in particular fighting styles or skill sets, some being more mystical in nature, and others adapting some of 1e's Prestige Classes to the new ruleset (e.g., Dragon Disciple).
**Some tables also allow a "free archetype" rule that lets you take archetype feats alongside your standard class feats instead of replacing them.
**''Secrets of Magic'' has also introduced some archetypes that radically alter how casting works, like the Flexible Caster's ability to prepare a smaller pool of auto-heightened spells instead of the typical prepared spell slots or the Runelord's hyper-focus on certain schools of magic to the point of forbidding spells from opposed schools. While all have some unusual twists to the class' ability to cast spells, they also force you to sacrifice your level 2 class feat slot to eat up that archetype and demanding you dedicate to it - unless you picked the Flexible Caster archetype, which lacks extra feats.
**''Treasure Vault'' added "artifact archetypes," which act as a 2-20 package of feats for Free Archetype tables to represent using an artifact that grows in power with the player character. The two it provides are the Gelid Shard (you can do ice magic really well and become increasingly cold over time), and Ursine Avenger Hood (you can turn into a bear to fight crime and gain bear-themed abilities).
* The four spell lists are Arcane (Wizard), Divine (Cleric), Occult (Bard), and Primal (Druid). What differentiates them is that each does two of four things.
** "Matter": All the elemental and many transmutation spells. Primarily associated with the Arcane and Primal spell lists. Direct opposite of Spirit.
** "Mind": Divination, Illusion, any kind spell about knowing shit or deceiving people. Primarily associated with the Arcane and Occult spell lists. Direct opposite of Life.
** "Spirit": Anything to do with the Soul, rather than the mind. Primarily associated with the Occult and Divine spell lists. Direct opposite of Matter.
** "Life": Healing and direct harming spells, some necromancy; think "Finger of Death". Primarily associated with the Primal and Divine spell lists. Direct opposite of Mind.
*** This is apparently just a method of classifying what spells go on what spell list (i.e., the Bard is now to the Druid as the Cleric is to the Wizard, and this list is just Paizo's way of parsing that). An alternate formulation is that:
**** Primal sucks at anything to do with information gathering or being indirect.
**** Divine sucks at doing damage other than positive, negative, and alignment damage.
**** Occult sucks at being direct about most things.
**** Arcane sucks at healing.
*** There are spells that belong to all four spell lists, such as Plane Shift. If a spell belongs to three spell lists, the most likely to be left out is Primal.

==Miscellaneous==
*'''FEATS. FEATS EVERYWHERE.''' Indeed, Paizo decided that the only way to customize things (including all skills not granted by class) is by making everything into a feat.
** They are at least split across separate categories, earned at different rates (which are clearly marked on each class' progression chart) so you no longer have feats competing with ''every other feat in the bloody game'' this time around.

*Opposed rolls are now almost non-existent in the system, now being rolled against a static DC based on a skill or save. It works out the same way as 5e's Passive Perception (so as though they rolled a 10 on the check).
*Skills have been overhauled into a proficiency system akin to [[Dark Heresy]], where being untrained gives no bonus but the various degrees of training lead to increasing bonuses. Similarly, there are also certain uses for each skill that can only be performed by someone trained in it.
**The only ostensibly new skill is Lore, which covers knowledge of particular niches that wouldn't fit any other skill.
**Combat Maneuvers have similarly been folded into skills rather than needing another number to figure out and are rolled against one of the target's Save DCs (the relevant save's modifier +10).
**Everyone is now trained in Perception to some extent. Just as well, because this is now the default roll for Initiative (While some situations might let you use other skill) and everyone was already maxing out this skill to begin with.
**DCs for all checks have four conditions: Success, Failure, Critical Success (Beating the DC by 10+, giving an extra benefit) and Critical Failure (Failing the DC by 10+, causing extra bad things to happen).
***Natural 1s and 20s don't inherently do anything of their own, other than downgrade/upgrade your level of success by 1. So if your modifier alone is high enough to get a success no matter what you roll, a natural 1 will downgrade that into a failure.
***While all rolls have these four states, not every roll has conditions for all four (ie; by default, a crit-failed attack roll is the same as a normal fail, but some reactions are triggered by being the target of a crit-failed attack).
**Basically everything you're trained or better at doing scales with Level+a bonus, both skills and other things (like weapons, saves, and AC).

*Spells have been drastically reduced to being only four lists: Arcane (Wizards), Divine (Clerics), Primal (Druids), and Occult (Bards, because...we don't want another Arcane caster?), with Sorcerers gaining access to any one of these four, depending on their Bloodline.
**No more will a maxed casting stat influence how much you cast per day.
**Spells no longer have numerations, instead merely just having their effects scale by level. Prepared casters can heighten a spell just by preparing it in a higher-level slot at the start of the day, while spontaneous ones need to learn the spell at whatever levels they want to cast it at (though they do have a class feature, Signature Spell, that lets them heighten some of their spells while only knowing them at one level).
**10th level spells now exist. This is generally restricted to the real game-breakers (Time Stop, Wish, Gate) and without a certain feat for the casters at level 20, you can only use one a day.
**Cantrips use the same heightening, but still don't cost spell slots and automatically heighten. The wording is a bit finnicky at first, but it basically amounts to them being heightened to the same level as what a full caster's highest spell slot would be at that level (ie; when your wizard's highest level spell slot is 3rd, their cantrips are heightened to 3rd as well).
***To clear up some confusion people have had - they are no longer "0-level spells", they are now "1st level cantrips".

*The Combat System has been redone into a three-action system akin to the proposed system in ''Pathfinder Unchained''. Everything has now been broken down into taking actions (Moves, Attacks, Spell Components/Metamagic), with Free Actions being a 'whenever' deal and one Reaction per turn (Unless you have certain feats to override this).
**Similar to 4E, your actions now focus a lot on various keywords. However, the concise formatting clearly labeling what you roll to hit and how much damage an attack does is not present.
**A step further from SF, Touch AC and CMD are no more. The latter was replaced by saving throws against combat maneuvers, while the former no longer had a use. Spells (which normally hit Touch) instead go for Spell Attack rolls like 5E. Flat-Footed, meanwhile, just inflicts a flat -2 to AC.

*Weapons have crit effects like Starfinder, but these crits only work for those with weapon specialization (which is a class feature for martial classes).
**Shields, for some idiotic reason, require spending an action to raise and confer their AC bonus. A certain feat also provides a degree of damage reduction before transferring the rest to the shield and, by extension, you.
**Finesse Weapons let you use Dexterity to hit from the outset. No more feat tax on this front.

*[[Wat|Take 10/Take 20 does not exist. You can blow a feat that lets you do it but worse with ''one'' skill]]. [[Fail|So now everyone has to be uber competent at their job or have a chance to fail catastrophically]].(Except now its usable in combat so enjoy autopassing all your combat tricks and stabilize checks)

*Magic Items involve investing into them, similar to how 5E has items work. However, your magic item limit is set at the more lenient 10.
**Magic Weapons and Armor now have two base improvements. For weapons, these are the one for a bonus to hit, the other is to roll another die for damage. For armor, this is a bonus to AC and a bonus to saves.
**The numerical bonus to the chief function also serves as a hard limit to how many properties you can add to a suit of armor. While it's good that now you don't need to worry about Vorpal hogging up an entire sword, the limit you have is exceedingly small.

*Character generation and progression has been strengthened by a degree, even discounting the obscene feat overload. Between classes and backgrounds giving stat boosts, the general philosophy of adding +2 for everything, and each race offering a free floating stat boost, you'll find it considerably easier to put together at least a halfway competent character.

*Easy to overlook but AC is now considered a kind of DC. Which means any status effect that says it reduces the target's DCs (ie; the Frightened Condition) also reduce their AC. So a sorcerer who's invested skill increases into Intimidate can use it to soften the enemy up either before their own attacks or make them an easier target for their allies.

==Footnotes==

[[Category:Pathfinder]]
[[Category:Roleplaying]]

Age of Sigmar/Tactics/Path to Glory

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This is the page for Age of Sigmar's narrative campaign called Path to Glory.

'''NOTE''': GW officially discontinued this version of Path to Glory with the release of AoS 3.0, replacing it with a new format similar to 40K's Crusade.
==What is Path to Glory?==
First born with the original Warhammer Daemons books (Slaves to Darkness and The Lost and The Damned), [[Path to Glory]] is a campaign system that makes players start with a relatively small force of a single hero and a few units, which game after game gets stronger by either adding new units or giving additional abilities to the ones that are already there. After a player gets enough victories and/or expands their warband enough, they will just need one more victory to triumph over everyone else.

Originally created to be played only with Chaos armies, the Age of Sigmar edition allows almost any army to participate.

As of AoS 2.0, each battletome includes information on what champions and followers you are allowed to bring.

==Why should I play this?==
Because it's the best way to develop an army of [[Your Dudes]] with friends.

It's also one of the easiest ways to get into AoS (Warcry might be easier, but is a different game). You can start with just the Start Collecting! box for your army and build up over time.

==How to play==
# Find at least one other person who wants to do it.
# Use the stuff below to generate your army.
# Give names to units and heroes for maximum [[Your Dudes]].
# If you already own every model you need for your warband, good for you. Otherwise, you have to spend some cash.
# Play with your friends.

The campaign is build around Glory Points (GP), which you receive after each battle. A loss or draw gives you 1 GP, a minor victory gives D3, and a major victory also gives D3 but lets you re-roll a 1.

After each battle both players also roll a D3 to get a bonus: on a 1 you get a new unit in your army, on a 2 you roll for a champion reward, and on a 3 you roll for a follower reward. Any duplicate rewards on a unit are re-rolled.

By default, when a player gets 10 Glory Points (victory by Blood), or when their army has 5 more units than the starting force (victory by Might), they just need to win one more game to become the campaign winner.

Any battleplan can be used for Path to Glory, and the book includes many narrative missions that give extra rewards.

===Creating a warband===
'''Step 1: Choose an Allegiance'''

Pick an allegiance for your warband. This will determine which table you use to generate your army.

'''Step 2: Choose a Champion'''

You select a Champion from the table for your faction. The Champion you choose also determines how many followers are in your warband at the beginning of the campaign (bigger the champion is, fewer units you get). These will be lists as 'rolls' where each roll equals one option.

'''Step 3: Starting Followers'''

These are the other units of your warband. RAW you can choose which ones to add to your warband, but your group might agree to roll for them. Note that some tables are split based on your army's allegience, so choose the appropriate column when rolling. You can start with a number of followers based on your champion. Some followers require extra 'rolls' or GP to add to your army. For example, a unit of 1 Plagueclaw requires 2 rolls, or 1 roll and 1 GP. So if you wish to start with one, it would use 2 of your starting unit 'rolls'. If you want to add it later during the campaign you will have to spend GP.

Followers have a set maximum size, you cannot add more models to it than are listed for that follower. This can be different than the normal size of a unit, so some perform better or worse than normal. You can include any options listed on the warscroll as normal. Chaos followers can only have the same mark as their champion.

'''Step 4: Starting Rewards'''

Instead of using a roll for a follower, you can select either a champion reward or follower reward. The champion cannot start with more than one reward, and each follower unit cannot have more than one starting reward. Not all champion rewards are positive, usually rolling a 2 on 2D6 is a bad thing.

'''Step 5: Write it down!'''

Record all the information about your warband on a warband roster (or just a piece of paper). Make sure to give your champion and warband a suitable name.

==Tactics==
Path to Glory is not meant to be a balanced system, and [[That Guy|players can take advantage of that]]. The most obvious way to do that is to look at your warband table and pick the units with the highest points value, leading to an army that could have a significant advantage over your opponents.

When selecting followers it is very important to look at the unit size, because you cannot include extra models above that. This makes horde units very bad because they are balanced around having many more models than others. For example, a unit of Skeleton Warriors is capped at 10 models, instead of the normal max of 40. This makes them a terrible choice because the unit is supposed to get bonuses for having 20+ or 30+ models.

When you get a follower reward, think carefully about which unit to place it on. Some reward tables are focused almost exclusively on melee so you wouldn't want to roll on that for a primarily ranged unit. Also, while it may be tempting to buff a single unit many times, that makes them a big target since so many eggs are in one basket. On the other hand, since you cannot get duplicate rewards, you can try to aim for a single one by putting multiples on the same unit.

To win, you want to play as many games as possible (win or lose). Each game gets you at least 1 GP and a reward, so it's always a good thing. Try not to play against the person in 1st place unless you are sure you can defeat them, because you'll be giving them even more GP. The best idea is to play against the person in last place, or to spread out your games to as many players as possible. Groups should restrict how many games can take place per day/week/whatever to prevent a player from just playing many games at once to win.

Do not spend GP on followers. Even spending 1 GP could set you back an entire game. If you really want an elite/monster/whatever, use your starting rolls for it instead since the opportunity cost is much lower.

Winning by Might is nearly impossible because you only have a 1/3rd chance per game to get an extra follower, meaning you'd need about 16 games (1 follower per 3 + 1 extra to win). While winning by Blood is guaranteed to be faster than that (max 11 games if you lose every single one).

The default campaign will take a player from 5-11 games to win (likely about 7 games). You can increase this by raising the number of GP (and/or extra followers) needed to win. 15GP/5 Followers makes for a campaign that lasts 6-15 games (9ish on average). Don't raise the number of followers unless you are going for an epic length campaign (like 20GP or 6 followers) or you are letting people choose a reward instead of rolling (always select followers if so).

==Chaos Warband Tables==
===Beasts of Chaos===
Found in the Battletome (September 2018).<br>
'''Champions'''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! Champion || Follower Rolls
|-
| Tzaangor Shaman || 4 rolls
|-
| Dragon Ogor Shaggoth || 4 rolls
|-
| Doombull || 5 rolls
|-
| Great Bray-Shaman || 6 rolls
|-
| Beastlord || 6 rolls
|}
'''Followers'''<br>
'''''Retinue Followers'''''<br>
Split by allegiance.<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Brayherds|| Monstrous Beastherds
|-
| 1 || 20 Ungors || 1 Razorgor
|-
| 2 || 5 Centigors || 10 Chaos Warhounds
|-
| 3 || 10 Ungor Raiders || 10 Chaos Warhounds
|-
| 4 || 10 Gors || 2 Chaos Spawn
|-
| 5 || 10 Gors || 1 Cockatrice
|-
| 6 || 1 Tuskgor Chariot || 1 Jabberslythe
|}
'''''Hero Followers'''''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Followers
|-
| 1-3 || 1 Beastlord
|-
| 4-6 || 1 Great Bray-Shaman
|}
'''''Elite Retinue Followers'''''<br>
Split by allegiance and requires 2 rolls, or 1 roll and 1 Glory Point.<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Brayherds || Warherds || Monstrous Beastherds
|-
| 1-2 || 20 Gors || 3 Bullgors || 3 Dragon Ogors
|-
| 3 || 10 Bestigors || 3 Bullgors || 3 Dragon Ogors
|-
| 4 || 10 Tzaangors || 3 Bullgors || 3 Dragon Ogors
|-
| 5 || 3 Tzaangor Enlightened || 1 Cygor || 1 Chaos Gargant
|-
| 6 || 3 Tzaangor Skyfires || 1 Ghorgon || 1 Chimera
|}
'''Follower Rewards'''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Reward || Flavour Text || Rules
|-
| 1 || '''Favoured of the Dark Gods''' || ''These warriors have caught the interest of the Ruinous Powers.'' || Once per battle, in any phase, you can re-roll failed save rolls for attacks that target this unit until the end of that phase.
|-
| 2 || '''Hungry for Battle''' || ''These warriors thirst for slaughter.'' || Add 2 to this unit's Move characteristic.
|-
| 3 || '''Renders of Flesh''' || ''These warriors have a dark reputation for butchery and violence.'' || Once per battle, in the combat phase, you can re-roll failed hit rolls for attacks made by this unit until the end of that phase.
|-
| 4 || '''Bestial Resilience''' || ''The endurance of these beasts is legendary.'' || Add 1 to save rolls for attacks that target this unit.
|-
| 5 || '''Enraged''' || ''These warriors rampage across the battlefield.'' || When you make a charge move with this unit, add 2 to the charge roll.
|-
| 6 || '''Rip, Gore, Tear''' || ''Feared by their foes, these warriors unleash savage fury upon the battlefield.'' || Once per battle, at the start of the combat phase, you can declare this unit will rip, gore and tear its foes apart. If you do so, until the end of the phase, each unmodified hit roll of 6 for attacks made by this unit inflicts 2 hits on that target instead of 1. Make a wound and save roll for each hit.
|}
'''Champion Rewards'''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! 2D6 || Reward || Flavour Text || Rules
|-
| 2 || '''Shamed and Beaten''' || ''Your champion has been grievously wounded during a challenge to their position as alphabeast.'' || You lose 1 Glory Point. In addition, subtract 1 from your champion's Wounds characteristic for the remainder of the campaign.
|-
| 3 || '''Ghastly Mutation''' || ''Your champion has been cursed with a transmutative flux. Though it sometimes results in debilitating spasms, its mutations make the warrior a formidable foe.'' || Roll a dice at the start of your hero phase. On a 1, your champion cannot move, attack, cast spells or use any abilities until your next hero phase. On a 4+ you can re-roll hit and wound rolls of 1 for attacks made by your champion until your next hero phase.
|-
| 4 || '''Battle Roar''' || ''The savage bellows issued from your champion dispel all fear from those beasts that follow him.'' || Add 2 to the Bravery characteristic of friendly units in the battleshock phase while they are wholly within 12" of your champion.
|-
| 5 || '''Frothing Hatred''' || ''Your champion bears scars from, and a grudge against, a particular enemy.'' || Note down the name of the warband you fought the last battle against. Add 1 to hit and wound rolls for attacks made by your champion that target units from that warband for the rest of the campaign.
|-
| 6 || '''Gorge on Flesh''' || ''The flesh of their enemies fills your champion with strength as they devour the warm carcasses.'' || At the end of the combat phase, if any attacks made by your champion that phase resulted in an enemy model being slain, you can heal 1 wound allocated to your champion.
|-
| 7 || '''Dark Despoiler''' || ''This champion seeks to prove themselves superior to the most renowned of enemy warriors.'' || You can re-roll failed hit rolls for attacks made by your champion that target an enemy '''HERO'''.
|-
| 8 || '''Goaded Fury''' || ''Your champion's hatred for the enemy prevents them from giving any quarter.'' || Once per battle, at the end of the combat phase, you can pick your champion to pile in and attack with its melee weapons again.
|-
| 9 || '''Baneful Weapon''' || ''Pulsing with sickly green light, your champion's blade has been afflicted with a strange, malevolent malady.'' || Pick one of your champion's melee weapons and note it down on your warband roster as being diseased. Add 1 to that weapon's Damage characteristic.
|-
| 10 || '''Rampager''' || ''The wild destruction wrought by your champion inspires fear in the enemy.'' || Add 1 to the Glory Points you earn when you win a battle.
|-
| 11 || '''Heedless of Injury''' || ''Attacks that would kill a lesser warrior are shrugged off by your champion.'' || Roll a dice each time you allocate a wound or mortal wound to your champion. On a 5+ the wound is negated.
|-
| 12 || '''Savage Blow''' || ''Your champion has become practised at waiting for the perfect moment to deliver a brutal killing strike.'' || Once per battle, at the start of the combat phase, you can say your champion is attempting a savage blow instead of attacking normally. If you do so, pick an enemy model within 1" of your champion and roll a dice. On a 4 or 5, the target model suffers D3 mortal wounds. On a 6, the target model is slain.
|}
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===Blades of Khorne===
Found in the Battletome (March 2019).<br>
'''Champions'''<br>
Blades have two types of Champions, based on allegiance.<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! Bloodbound Champion || Follower Rolls
|-
| Lord of Khorne on Juggernaut || 5 rolls
|-
| Mighty Lord of Khorne || 5 rolls
|-
| Exalted Deathbringer || 5 rolls
|}
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! Daemons Champion || Follower Rolls
|-
| Bloodthirster of Insensate Rage || 3 rolls
|-
| Bloodthirster of Unfettered Fury || 3 rolls
|-
| Wrath of Khorne Bloodthirster || 3 rolls
|-
| Herald of Khorne on Blood Thorne || 5 rolls
|-
| Skullmaster, Herald of Khorne || 5 rolls
|-
| Bloodmaster, Herald of Khrone || 5 rolls
|}
'''Followers'''<br>
'''''Retinue Followers'''''<br>
Split by allegiance.<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Bloodbound || Daemons
|-
| 1 || 1 Khorgorath || 10 Bloodletters
|-
| 2 || 20 Bloodreavers || 10 Bloodletters
|-
| 3 || 5 Skullreapers || 5 Flesh Hounds
|-
| 4 || 3 Mighty Skullcrushers || 5 Flesh Hounds
|-
| 5 || 5 Wrathmongers || 3 Bloodcrushers
|-
| 6 || 10 Blood Warriors || 1 Skull Cannon
|}
'''''Hero Followers'''''<br>
Split by allegiance.<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Bloodbound || Daemons
|-
| 1 || 1 Bloodstoker || 1 Bloodmaster, Herald of Khorne
|-
| 2 || 1 Skullgrinder || 1 Bloodmaster, Herald of Khorne
|-
| 3 || 1 Aspiring Deathbringer || 1 Bloodmaster, Herald of Khorne
|-
| 4 || 1 Exalted Deathbringer || 1 Skullmaster, Herald of Khorne
|-
| 5 || 1 Slaughterpriest || 1 Skullmaster, Herald of Khrone
|-
| 6 || 1 Bloodsecrator || 1 Herald of Khorne on Blood Throne
|}
'''Follower Rewards'''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Reward || Flavour Text || Rules
|-
| 1 || '''Sworn Disciples''' || ''Filled with bloody fervour, these fighters drive their blades deep.'' || Once per battle, at the start of the combat phase, this unit can prove its devotion to your champion. If it does so, you can re-roll wound rolls for attacks made by that unit until the end of the phase.
|-
| 2 || '''Eager for Battle''' || ''Like starved dogs this warband leap in for the kill.'' || You can re-roll charge rolls for this unit.
|-
| 3 || '''Surging Ferocity''' || ''Bloodlust quickens these fighters' advance.'' || Once per battle, at the start of your hero phase, this unit can make a normal move.
|-
| 4 || '''Battle Fury''' || ''When their rage reaches its peak, these warriors are all but unstoppable.'' || Once per battle, at the start of the combat phase, add 1 to hit rolls made for attacks by this unit until the end of the phase.
|-
| 5 || '''Too Angry to Die''' || ''Flesh wounds serve only to stoke these fighters' ire.'' || Roll a dice each time you allocate a wound or mortal wound to this unit. On a 6 that wound or mortal wound is negated.
|-
| 6 || '''Twice-blessed Followers''' || ''Khorne smiles upon his worthiest skull-takers.'' || Roll twice on this table and apply both results. Re-roll any duplicates or further rolls of 6.
|}
'''Champion Rewards'''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! 2D6 || Reward || Flavour Text || Rules
|-
| 2 || '''What the Gods Give...''' || ''This champion has offended mighty Khorne, and is punished accordingly.'' || You lose D3 Glory Points (to a minimum of 0). In addition, remove all Champion Rewards this champion has previously gained from your warband roster.
|-
| 3 || '''Insane Fury''' || ''Blinded by rage, this champion risks everything for bloodshed.'' || At the start of your hero phase, roll a dice. On a 1, this champion cannot move, attack, or use any abilities until your next hero phase. On a 4+ you can re-roll hit and wound rolls of 1 for attacks made by this champion until the start of your next hero phase.
|-
| 4 || '''Molten Blood''' || ''Jets of fiery blood leap vengefully from this champion's wounds.'' || Roll a dice each time a wound inflicted by a melee weapon is allocated to this champion and not negated. On a 6 the attacking unit suffers 1 mortal wound.
|-
| 5 || '''Mighty Blow''' || ''The preternatural bite of this blade can sunder even the toughest armour.'' || Pick 1 of this champion's melee weapons. Improve the Rend characteristic of that weapon by 1.
|-
| 6 || '''Patronage of Khorne (Lesser Reward)''' || ''Every boon of the Blood God is a prize worth killing for.'' || Generate a Lesser Reward of Khorne for this champion (see below).
|-
| 7 || '''Patronage of Khorne (Greater Reward)''' || ''Khorne asks for blood, and those who deliver it are richly rewarded.'' || Generate a Greater Reward of Khorne for this champion (see below).
|-
| 8 || '''Patronage of Khorne (Exalted Reward)''' || ''This champion is a true exemplar of their master's murderous creed.'' || Generate an Exalted Reward of Khorne for this champion (see below).
|-
| 9 || '''Blademaster''' || ''Few can match this champion's skill at arms.'' || Subtract 1 from hit rolls for attacks made with melee weapons that target this champion.
|-
| 10 || '''Daemonic Armour''' || ''Grotesque faces leer from this champion's armour, mocking their foe's failed attacks.'' || You can re-roll save rolls for attacks that target this champion.
|-
| 11 || '''Ferocious Resolve''' || ''With grim determination, this champion fights on where lesser fighters would fall.'' || Roll a dice each time you allocate a wound or mortal wound to this champion. On a 6 that wound or mortal wound is negated.
|-
| 12 || '''Twice-blessed Champion''' || ''This champion is a born killer, made mightier still by Khorne's gifts.'' || Roll twice on this table and apply both results. Re-roll any duplicates, rolls of 2 or further rolls of 12.
|}
'''''Patronage of Khorne'''''<br>
If you roll a Patronage of Khorne result on the champion rewards table, generate a reward from the appropriate column below.<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Lesser Reward || Greater Reward || Exalted Reward
|-
| 1-2 || '''Collar of Khorne''': ''Spells gutter like weak candles when these brazen artefacts are near.'' This champion can attempt to unbind one spell in the enemy hero phase as if it were a WIZARD. || '''Whirlwind of Death''': ''This champion fights with such frenzied aggression that a killing blow can land at any moment.'' If the unmodified hit roll for an attack made with one of this champion's melee weapons is 6, double the Damage characteristic of that weapon for that attack. || '''Wrathful Aura''': ''The unholy rage emanating from this champion overrides all sense of self-preservation.'' Do not take battleshock tests for friendly units while they are wholly within 12" of this champion.
|-
| 3-4 || '''Killer Instinct''': ''Few of this warrior's ferocious blows miss their mark.'' You can re-roll hit rolls of 1 for attacks made by this champion. || '''Berserk Charge''': ''The fires of wrath rage most fiercely when combat first begins.'' You can re-roll hit rolls for attacks made by this champion if they have made a charge move in the same turn. || '''Gift of Immortal Strength''': ''The crushing power of this champion's attacks is terrifying to behold.'' Add 1 to the Damage characteristic of this champion's melee weapons.
|-
| 5-6 || '''Murderous Skill''': ''Bones splinter beneath the force of this champion's strikes.'' You can re-roll wound rolls of 1 for attacks made by this champion. || '''Fuelled by Blood''': ''Bathed in gore, this champion bellows with newfound strength.'' At the end of the combat phase, if any enemy models were slain by this champion's attacks in that combat phase, you can heal up to D3 wounds allocated to this champion. || '''Boon of Blood''': ''Khorne furthers the killing sprees of those he deems worthy.'' Once per battle, at the start of your hero phase, you receive 1 Blood Tithe point.
|}
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===Disciples of Tzeentch===
Found in the Battletome (January 2020).<br>
'''Champions'''<br>
'''''Daemon Champions'''''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! Champion || Follower Rolls
|-
| Lord of Change || 4 rolls
|-
| Fluxmaster, Herald of Tzeentch on Disc || 5 rolls
|-
| Changecaster, Herald of Tzeentch || 6 rolls
|-
| Fateskimmer, Herald of Tzeentch on Burning Chariot || 6 rolls
|-
| Gaunt Summoner of Tzeentch || 6 rolls
|}
'''''Arcanite Champions'''''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! Champion || Follower Rolls
|-
| Fatemaster || 5 rolls
|-
| Magister on Disc of Tzeentch || 5 rolls
|-
| Tzaangor Shaman || 5 rolls
|}
'''Followers'''<br>
'''''Retinue Followers'''''<br>
Split by allegiance.<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Arcanites || Daemons
|-
| 1 || 10 Kairic Acolytes || 10 Brimstone Horrors
|-
| 2 || 10 Kairic Acolytes || 10 Blue Horrors
|-
| 3 || 10 Tzaangors || 10 Pink Horrors
|-
| 4 || 10 Tzaangors || 3 Flamers of Tzeentch
|-
| 5 || 3 Tzaangor Enlightened || 3 Screamers of Tzeentch
|-
| 6 || 3 Tzaangors Skyfires || 1 Burning Chariot of Tzeentch
|}
'''''Hero Followers'''''<br>
Split by allegiance.<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Arcanites || Daemons
|-
| 1-2 || 1 Tzaangor Shaman || 1 Changecaster, Herald of Tzeentch
|-
| 3 || 1 Magister || 1 Changecaster, Herald of Tzeentch
|-
| 4 || 1 Fatemaster || 1 Fluxmaster, Herald of Tzeentch on Disc
|-
| 5 || 1 Curseling, Eye of Tzeentch || 1 Fluxmaster, Herald of Tzeentch on Disc
|-
| 6 || 1 Ogroid Thaumaturge || 1 Fateskimmer, Herald of Tzeentch on Burning Chariot
|}
'''Follower Rewards'''<br>
'''''Arcanite Followers Rewards'''''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D3 || Reward || Flavour Text || Rules
|-
| 1 || '''Nexus of Fate''' || ''These followers manipulate what mortals consider 'destiny' as if it were a puppet.'' || At the start of your hero phase, if this unit is on the battlefield, you can roll a dice. If you do so, you can replace one of your Destiny Dice with that roll.
|-
| 2 || '''Soul Burn''' || ''The slightest contact with these warriors' blades can blight the very fabric of the victim's body.'' || If the unmodified hit roll for an attack made with a melee weapon by this unit is 6, that attack inflicts 1 mortal wound on the target in addition to any normal damage.
|-
| 3 || '''Thieves of All Things Arcane''' || ''Driven by a unquenchable thirst for knowledge, there is no sorcery these followers do not seek to take for their own.'' || This unit can attempt to unbind 1 spell in the enemy hero phase. In addition, in the first, third and fifth battle rounds, when this unit attempts to unbind a spell, the spell is automatically unbound (do not roll 2D6).
|}
'''''Daemon Followers Rewards'''''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D3 || Reward || Flavour Text || Rules
|-
| 1 || '''Nexus of Fate''' || ''These followers manipulate what mortals consider 'destiny' as if it were a puppet.'' || At the start of your hero phase, if this unit is on the battlefield, you can roll a dice. If you do so, you can replace one of your Destiny Dice with that roll.
|-
| 2 || '''Storm of Daemonic Fire''' || ''So great is the roiling tide of warpfire surrounding these followers that to merely stand in their presence is to risk being set alight.'' || At the end of the charge phase, roll a dice for each enemy unit within 9" of this unit. On a 6, that unit suffers D3 mortal wounds.
|-
| 3 || '''Incorporeal Form''' || ''These followers can transform into a translucent state when malevolent sorcery draws near.'' || Each time this unit is affected by a spell or endless spell, you can roll a dice. On a 5+, ignore the effects of that spell or endless spell on this unit.
|}
'''Champion Rewards'''<br>
'''''Daemon Champion Rewards'''''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D3 || Reward || Flavour Text || Rules
|-
| 1 || '''Phantasmal Weapons''' || ''This champion's strikes can pass through armour to cleave the flesh beneath.'' || Improve the Rend characteristic of this champion's melee weapons by 1.
|-
| 2 || '''Warpfire Blade''' || ''The flames that flicker around this champion's blade can ignite the soul of its victim.'' || Pick 1 of this champion's melee weapons. If the unmodified hit roll for an attack made with that weapon is 6, that attack inflicts 2 mortal wounds on the target in addition to any normal damage.
|-
| 3 || '''Aura of Mutability''' || ''Even the slightest injury serves as an opportunity for bountiful change when in close proximity to this champion.'' || Add 1 to wound rolls for attacks made by friendly '''TZEENTCH DAEMON''' units that are wholly within 9" of this champion.
|}
'''''Arcanite Champion Rewards'''''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D3 || Reward || Flavour Text || Rules
|-
| 1 || '''Spiteful Shield''' || ''This shield exemplifies Tzeentch's predilection for cruel twists of fate.'' || If the unmodified save roll for an attack that targets this champion is 6, the attacking unit suffers 2 mortal wounds after all of its attacks have been resolved.
|-
| 2 || '''Secret-eater''' || ''Should this weapon slay one touched by fate, its bearer inherits a measure of their destiny.'' || Pick 1 of this champion's weapons. If the unmodified hit roll for an attack made with that weapon is 6, you can roll a dice and add it to your Destiny Dice.
|-
| 3 || '''Timeslip Pendant''' || ''Time is a mutable concept to the bearer of this amulet.'' || Once per battle, at the end of the combat phase, you can say that this champion will enter a timeslip. If you do so, this champion can fight for a second time.
|}
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===Hedonites of Slaanesh===
Found in the Battletome (May 2019).<br>
'''Champions'''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! Champion || Follower Rolls
|-
| Keeper of Secrets || 3 roll
|-
| Bladebringer, Herald on Exalted Chariot || 4 rolls
|-
| The Contorted Epitome || 4 rolls
|-
| Lord of Chaos with Mark of '''SLAANESH''' || 5 rolls
|-
| Infernal Enrapturess, Herald of Slaanesh || 5 rolls
|-
| Bladebringer, Herald on Hellflayer or Bladebringer, Herald on Seeker Chariot || 5 rolls
|-
| Viceleader, Herald of Slaanesh || 5 rolls
|-
| Lord of Chaos on Daemonic Mount with Mark of '''SLAANESH''' || 5 rolls
|}
'''Followers'''<br>
'''''Retinue Followers'''''<br>
Split by allegiance.<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Mortal || Daemon
|-
| 1-3 || 5 Hellstriders with Claw-spears || 10 Daemonettes
|-
| 4 || 5 Hellstriders with Hellscourges || 5 Seekers
|-
| 5 || 5 Hellstriders with Hellscourges || 1 Seeker Chariot
|-
| 6 || 5 Hellstriders with Hellscourges || 1 Hellflayer
|}
'''''Hero Followers'''''<br>
Split by allegiance.<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Mortal || Daemon
|-
| 1-4 || 1 Chaos Lord of Slaanesh || 1 Viceleader, Herald of Slaanesh
|-
| 5-6 || 1 Lord of Slaanesh on Daemonic Mount || 1 Bladebringer, Herald on Hellflayer or 1 Bladebringer, Herald on Seeker Chariot
|}
'''''Elite Retinue Followers'''''<br>
Requires 2 rolls, or 1 roll and 1 Glory Point.<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Followers
|-
| 1-4 || 3 Fiends
|-
| 5-6 || 1 Exalted Chariot
|}
'''Follower Rewards'''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Reward || Flavour Text || Rules
|-
| 1 || '''Sworn Disciples''' || ''These loyal retainers will follow their leader to death and beyond.'' || You can re-roll hit rolls of 1 for this unit while it is wholly within 12" of your champion.
|-
| 2 || '''Rapturous Oblivion''' || ''The fierce joy of battle has so overwhelmed these warriors that they have forgotten the meaning of fear.'' || Do not take battleshock tests for this unit.
|-
| 3 || '''Unnatural Swiftness''' || ''Heightened senses allow these warriors to strike before all but the fastest opponent.'' || Once per battle, in the combat phase, this unit can fight at the start of the combat phase, before the players pick any other units to fight with in that combat phase.
|-
| 4 || '''Violent Excess''' || ''Bloodshed causes these hedonists to commit acts of heinous violence.'' || If the unmodified wound roll for an attack made with a melee weapon by this unit is 6, add 1 to the damage inflicted by the attack.
|-
| 5 || '''Fuelled by Pain''' || ''A wound that would fell another creature only drives these warriors to fight all the harder.'' || You can re-roll save rolls of 1 for attacks that target this unit.
|-
| 6 || '''Twice-blessed Followers''' || ''These hedonists have the favour of Slaanesh.'' || Roll twice on this table and apply both results to this unit. Re-roll any duplicates or further rolls of 6.
|}
'''Champion Rewards'''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! 2D6 || Reward || Flavour Text || Rules
|-
| 2 || '''What the Gods Give...''' || ''This champion has offended the Dark Prince and is punished accordingly.'' || You lose D3 Glory Points (to a minimum of 0). In addition, remove all Champion Rewards this champion has previously gained from your warband roster.
|-
| 3 || '''Self-obsessed''' || ''This champion is justifiably proud of their own incredible prowess.'' || In your hero phase, roll a dice for this champion. On a 1, you lose D3 command points (to a minimum of 0). On a 2-5, you receive 1 command point. On a 6, you receive D3 command points.
|-
| 4 || '''Lightning Riposte''' || ''This champion replies to an attack with a lightning fast counter-attack.'' || If the unmodified save roll for an attack that targets this champion is 6, the attacking unit suffers 1 mortal wound after all of its attacks have been resolved.
|-
| 5 || '''Ensorcelled Weapon''' || ''Slaanesh gifts this champion with a magical weapon.'' || Pick 1 of this champion's melee weapons when you receive this reward. Improve the Rend characteristic of that weapon by 1.
|-
| 6 || '''Aura of Acquiescence''' || ''Few can resist the charms of this refined warrior.'' || You can re-roll the dice roll that determines if an enemy '''HERO''' within 3" of the bearer is affected by the Locus of Diversion battle trait.
|-
| 7 || '''Graceful Feint''' || ''The champion side-steps round an opponent, leaving them flat-footed and confused.'' || This champion can retreat and still charge later in the same turn.
|-
| 8 || '''Cruel Tormentor''' || ''This champion glories in making their rivals writhe and flinch in pain.'' || You can re-roll hit and wound rolls for attacks made with melee weapons by this champion that target a '''HERO'''.
|-
| 9 || '''Exalted Champion of Slaanesh''' || ''This champion's exploits have earned them high status among Slaanesh's champions.'' || In your hero phase, roll a dice for this champion. On a 1, you lose D3 depravity points (to a minimum of 0). On a 2-5, you receive 1 depravity point. On a 6, you receieve D3 depravity points.
|-
| 10 || '''Insensate to Pain''' || ''This champion relishes pain, and even a terrible wound will not slow them.'' || You can re-roll save rolls for attacks that target this champion.
|-
| 11 || '''Daemonic Armour''' || ''This champion's armour is infused with the protective energies stolen from a daemon of Slaanesh.'' || Roll a dice each time you allocate a wound or mortal wound to this champion. On a 5+, that wound or mortal wound is negated.
|-
| 12 || '''Twice-blessed Champion''' || ''This champion has pleased the Dark Prince and is rewarded accordingly.'' || Roll twice on this table and apply both results. Re-roll and duplicates, rolls of 2 and further rolls of 12.
|}
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===Maggotkin of Nurgle===
Found in the Battletome (January 2018).<br>
'''Champions'''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! Champion || Follower Rolls
|-
| Great Unclean One || 2 rolls
|-
| Harbinger of Decay || 4 rolls
|-
| Lord of Afflictions || 3 rolls
|-
| Lord of Blights/Lord of Plagues || 4 rolls
|-
| Sorcerer || 4 rolls
|-
| Herald of Nurgle (any type) || 4 rolls
|}
'''Followers'''<br>
'''''Retinue Followers'''''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Followers
|-
| 1 || 3 Nurgling bases
|-
| 2-5 || 10 Plaguebearers
|-
| 6 || 1 Beast of Nurgle
|}
'''''Hero Followers'''''<br>
Split by allegiance.<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Rotbringers || Daemons
|-
| 1-2 || 1 Sorcerer || 1 Poxbringer, Herald of Nurgle
|-
| 3 || 1 Harbinger of Decay || 1 Spoilpox Scrivener, Herald of Nurgle
|-
| 4 || 1 Lord of Blights || 1 Spoilpox Scrivener, Herald of Nurgle
|-
| 5 || 1 Lord of Plagues || 1 Sloppity Bilepiper, Herald of Nurgle
|-
| 6 || 1 Lord of Afflictions || 1 Sloppity Bilepiper, Herald of Nurgle
|}
'''''Elite Retinue Followers'''''<br>
Split by allegiance and requires 2 rolls, or 1 roll and 1 Glory Point.<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Rotbringers || Daemons
|-
| 1-4 || 5 Putrid Blightkings || 3 Plague Drones
|-
| 5-6 || 2 Pusgoyle Blightlords || 3 Plague Drones
|}
'''Follower Rewards'''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Reward || Rules
|-
| 1 || '''Driven by Devotion''' || Once per battle, in your hero phase, you can declare that this unit will prove their devotion to your champion. You can re-roll failed hit rolls for the unit for the rest of the turn.
|-
| 2 || '''Unnatural Regeneration''' || In each of your hero phases, you cna heal one wound that has been allocated to a model in this unit.
|-
| 3 || '''Boon of Virulence''' || Once per battle, in your hero phase, you can bestow Nurgle's foetid blessings upon this unit's weapons. You can re-roll any failed wound rolls for the unit in the combat phase of that turn.
|-
| 4 || '''Revolting Resilience''' || Once per battle, in your hero phase, you can choose for this unit to ignore all but the most grievous of injuries. Improve this unit's Save characteristic by 1 until the start of your next turn.
|-
| 5 || '''Gift of Life''' || Once per battle, in your hero phase, you can roll a dice for each model in this unit that has been slain. On a result of 5 or 6, return the model to the unit.
|-
| 6 || '''Twice-blessed Followers''' || Roll twice on this table and apply both results. Re-roll duplicates and further rolls of 6.
|}
'''Champion Rewards'''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! 2D6 || Reward || Rules
|-
| 2 || '''What the Gods Give...''' || You champion has offended their patron and is punished by being condemned to spawndom. Lose D3 Glory Points (to a minimum of 0), and remove your champion and all rewards they have gained from this table from your warband roster. If your warband has another '''HERO''', that model now takes charge and becomes your new champion (if you do not have any '''HEROES''', immediately generate one from the hero followers table to become your new champion). Write down your new champion's name on your warband roster ready for the next battle. Of course, your former champion may still have their uses - if your champion was a '''MORTAL''' you may immediately add a Chaos Spawn to your warband as a follower.
|-
| 3 || '''Cycle of Life''' || Roll a dice for your champion in each of your hero phases. On a 1 the champion immediately suffers 1 mortal wound. On a 4+ you can heal D3 wounds that have been allocated to the champion.
|-
| 4 || '''Poisonous Blood''' || Roll a dice after any wounds are inflicted on your champion. On a 2+ one enemy unit within 1" of your champion suffers 1 mortal wound. If several enemy units are within range, randomly determine which one suffers the mortal wound.
|-
| 5 || '''Ensorcelled Weapon''' || Pick one of your champion's weapons (it cannot be a weapon used by a mount if they have one). The Rend characteristic of the weapon is improved by 1 (for example, Rend -1 becomes Rend -2).
|-
| 6 || '''Oppressive Stench''' || Subtract 1 from hit rolls for attacks that target your champion in the combat phase.
|-
| 7 || '''Patronage of Nurgle (Lesser Reward)''' || Your champion gains a reward generated from the lesser reward of Nurgle table below.
|-
| 8 || '''Patronage of Nurgle (Greater Reward)''' || Your champion gains a reward generated from the greater reward of Nurgle table below.
|-
| 9 || '''Patronage of Nurgle (Exalted Reward)''' || Your champion gains a reward generated from the exalted reward of Nurgle table below.
|-
| 10 || '''Daemonic Armour''' || You can re-roll failed save rolls for your champion.
|-
| 11 || '''Blubbery Resilience''' || Roll a dice each time you allocate a wound or mortal wound to your champion. On a 6+ the wound is negated.
|-
| 12 || '''Twice-blessed Champion''' || Roll twice on this table and apply both results. Re-roll duplicates and further rolls of 2 or 12.
|}
'''''Patronage of Nurgle'''''<br>
If you roll a Patronage of Nurgle result on the champion rewards table, generate a reward from the appropriate column that matches the extent of Nurgle's Favour.<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Lesser Reward || Greater Reward || Exalted Reward
|-
| 1-2 || '''Putrid Vomit''': Once per game, in your shooting phase, pick an enemy unit within 3" of your champion. Roll a dice for each model in the unit you picked that is within 3" of your champion. For each roll of 5 or 6 the unit suffers 1 mortal wound. || '''Reaping Strikes''': Each time you make a hit roll of 6+ for your champion in the combat phase, they can immediately make one additional attack with the same weapon. Any bonus attacks made in this manner can themselves generate additional attacks. || '''Infectious Joviality''': Your units do not need to take battleshock tests if they are within 7" of your champion.
|-
| 3-4 || '''Repellent Smell''': Subtract 2 from any charge rolls made for units attempting to charge your champion. || '''Bulky Onslaught''': You can re-roll failed wound rolls for your champion in a turn in which they charged. || '''Fly Swarm''': Once per battle, at the start of a combat phase, pick any enemy unit within 7" of your champion. Subtract 1 from any hit rolls made for models in that unit until the end of the phase.
|-
| 5-6 || '''Inimical Touch''': You can re-roll wound rolls of 1 for your champion. || '''Baleful Virulence''': Add 1 to the Damage characteristic of one of your champion's melee weapons. || '''Boon of Regeneration''': Once per battle, in your hero phase, your champion can call upon Nurgle's favour. You can heal D3 wounds that have been allocated to your champion.
|}
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===Skaventide===
Found in the Battletome (February 2019).<br>
'''Champions'''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! Champion || Follower Rolls
|-
| Verminlord (any type) || 2 rolls
|-
| Grey Seer on Screaming Bell || 3 rolls
|-
| Plague Priest on Plague Furnace || 3 rolls
|-
| Arch-Warlock || 4 rolls
|-
| Clawlord || 4 rolls
|-
| Deathmaster || 4 rolls
|-
| Grey Seer || 4 rolls
|-
| Master Moulder || 4 rolls
|-
| Plague Priest || 4 rolls
|-
| Warlock Bombardier || 4 rolls
|-
| Warlock Engineer || 4 rolls
|}
'''Followers'''<br>
'''''Retinue Followers'''''<br>
Split by allegiance.<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Clans Eshin || Clans Moulder || Clans Pestilens || Clans Skryre || Clans Verminus
|-
| 1-3 || 10 Night Runners || 20 Giant Rats or 4 Rat Swarms || 15 Plague Monks || 10 Skryre Acolytes || 20 Clanrats
|-
| 4-6 || 10 Gutter Runners || 3 Pack Master or 2 Rat Ogors || 10 Plague Censer Bearers || 2 Warplock Jezzails || 10 Stormvermin
|}
'''''Hero Followers'''''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Followers
|-
| 1 || 1 Clawlord
|-
| 2 || 1 Deathmaster
|-
| 3 || 1 Grey Seer
|-
| 4 || 1 Master Moulder
|-
| 5 || 1 Plague Priest
|-
| 6 || 1 Warlock Bombardier
|}
'''''Skryre Weapons Followers'''''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Followers
|-
| 1 || 1 Doom-Flayer
|-
| 2 || 1 Doomwheel
|-
| 3-4 || 1 Ratling Gun
|-
| 5 || 1 Warpfire Thrower
|-
| 6 || 1 Warp-Grinder
|}
'''''Special Retinue Followers'''''<br>
Split by allegiance and requires 2 rolls, or 1 roll and 1 Glory Point.<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Clans Moulder || Clans Pestilens || Clans Skryre
|-
| 1-3 || 1 Hell Pit Abomination || 1 Plagueclaw || 1 Warp Lightning Cannon
|-
| 4-6 || 1 Hell Pit Abomination || 1 Plagueclaw || 2 Stormfiends
|}
'''Follower Rewards'''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Reward || Flavour Text || Rules
|-
| 1 || '''Children of the Horned Rat''' || ''Skaven often call upon the Horned Rat to save their lives - sometimes he even listens.'' || Once per battle, at the start of any phase, you can declare that this unit is calling on the Horned Rat for protection. If you do so, you can re-roll save rolls for attacks that target this unit until the end of that phase.
|-
| 2 || '''Seething Horde''' || ''These followers are almost countless in number.'' || In your hero phase, you can return 1 slain model to this unit. If this unit has a Wounds characteristic of 1, you can return D3 slain models instead of 1. Set up the returning models one at a time within 1" of a model from this unit (this can be a model you returned to the unit earlier in the same phase). Returning models can only be set up within 3" of an enemy unit if one or more models from this unit are already within 3" of that enemy unit.
|-
| 3 || '''Hidden Menace''' || ''These warriors hide in the cracks in reality, springing forth to ambush their foes.'' || Instead of setting up this unit on the battlefield, you can place it to one side and say that it is hidden as a reserve unit. If you do so, at the end of your first movement phase, you must set up this unit on the battlefield more than 9" from any enemy units.
|-
| 4 || '''Warpstone Fallout''' || ''These crazed followers of the Horned Rat have consumed prodigious amounts of warpstone.'' || In your hero phase, you can roll a dice for each enemy unit within 3" of this unit. On a 6 that enemy unit suffers D3 mortal wounds.
|-
| 5 || '''Savage Retreat''' || ''These warriors are at their most dangerous when they flee for their lives.'' || If this unit fails a battleshock test, you can pick 1 enemy unit within 3" of this unit and roll a dice. On a 4+ that enemy unit suffers 1 mortal wound for each model from this unit that flees.
|-
| 6 || '''Scrabbling Tide''' || ''This clawpack pours towards the foe, clambering over their comrades in order to attack.'' || All of this unit's melee weapons are treated as having a range of 3".
|}
'''Champion Rewards'''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! 2D6 || Reward || Flavour Text || Rules
|-
| 2 || '''Punished for Incompetence''' || ''The Horned Rat does not suffer fools or ineffectual underlings gladly.'' || You lose 1 Glory Point. In addition, your champion cannot gain any further rewards for the rest of the campaign.
|-
| 3 || '''Scabrous''' || ''This mangy creature is so scrofulous and diseased that few dare approach too closely.'' || Subtract 1 from hit rolls for attacks made with melee weapons that target your champion.
|-
| 4 || '''Flurry of Blows''' || ''When cornered, this crazed follower of the Horned Rat attacks with redoubled fury.'' || Once per battle, when your champion attacks, you can say that your champion is making a flurry of blows. If you do so, double the Attacks characteristic of any melee weapons used by your champion until the end of the phase.
|-
| 5 || '''Malevolent''' || ''Spite and hatred drive this warlord to ever greater heights of violence.'' || You can re-roll wound rolls of 1 for attacks made with melee weapons by your champion.
|-
| 6 || '''Verminous Valour''' || ''This vicious rat inspires their followers to commit terrible acts of self-sacrifice.'' || Before you allocate a wound or mortal wound to your champion, you can roll a dice. Subtract 1 from the roll if your champion is a '''MONSTER''' or '''WAR MACHINE'''. On a 4+, instead of allocating the wound or mortal wound to your champion, you can allocate it to a unit from the same warband within 3" of your champion.
|-
| 7 || '''Survivor''' || ''One way or another, this resourceful champion always finds a way to get out of danger.'' || You can re-roll save rolls for attacks that target your champion.
|-
| 8 || '''Savage Overlord''' || ''This warlord punishes their minions' trangsgressions with savage brutality.'' || Add 1 to the Bravery characteristic of units from your warband while they are wholly within 18" of your champion.
|-
| 9 || '''Warpstone Weapon''' || ''Weapons crafted from warpstone are prized for their extreme lethality.'' || Pick 1 of your champion's melee weapons and note it down on your warband roster as being made of warpstone. Add 1 to that weapon's Damage characteristic.
|-
| 10 || '''Nefarious''' || ''This cunning schemer is able to turn even a minor victory into a masterful example of their own prowess.'' || Add 1 to the Glory Points you earn if you win a battle and your champion was in your warband.
|-
| 11 || '''Protection of the Horned Rat''' || ''An eerie sense of watchfulness surrounds this champion, and an unholy aura of warding protects him from harm.'' || Roll a dice each time you allocate a wound or mortal wound to this champion. On a 5+ that wound or mortal wound is negated.
|-
| 12 || '''Rewarded for Excellence''' || ''The Horned Rat sends forth one of his minions to aid the champion in a vital battle.'' ||You can include 1 '''VERMINLORD''' in your warband, in addition to any other models you can take.
|}
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===Slaves to Darkness===
Found in the Slaves to Darkness Battletome (December 2019).<br>
'''Champions'''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! Champion || Follower Rolls
|-
| Chaos Lord on Manticore || 2 rolls
|-
| Chaos Sorcerer Lord on Manticore || 2 rolls
|-
| Chaos Lord on Daemonic Mount || 3 rolls
|-
| Chaos Lord on Karkadrak || 3 rolls
|-
| Chaos Lord || 4rolls
|-
| Chaos Sorcerer Lord || 4rolls
|-
| Slaves to Darkness Daemon Prince || 4 rolls
|}
'''Followers'''<br>
'''''Retinue Followers'''''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! 3D6 || Followers
|-
| 3-4 || 1 Chaos Spawn
|-
| 5-6 || 6 Raptoryx or 6 Furies
|-
| 7-8 || 18 Unmade or 18 Untamed Beasts
|-
| 9-10 || 16 Cypher Lords or 18 Spire Tyrants
|-
| 11-12 || 18 Corvus Cabal
|-
| 13-14 || 20 Splintered Fang or 16 Iron Golems
|-
| 15-16 || 20 Chaos Marauders or 5 Chaos Warriors
|-
| 17-18 || 1 Chaos Chariot or 1 Gorebeast Chariot
|}
'''''Hero Followers'''''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Followers
|-
| 1-2 || 1 Exalted Hero of Chaos
|-
| 3-4 || 1 Darkoath Warqueen or 1 Darkoath Chieftain
|-
| 5-6 || 1 Ogroid Myrmidon
|}
'''''Elite Retinue Followers'''''<br>
Requires 2 rolls, or 1 roll and 1 Glory Point.<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Followers
|-
| 1 || 5 Chaos Chosen
|-
| 2-3 || 5 Chaos Knights
|-
| 4-5 || 10 Chaos Warriors
|-
| 6 || 1 Chaos Warshrine
|}
'''''Monsters Followers'''''<br>
Requires 2 rolls, or 1 roll and 1 Glory Point.<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Followers
|-
| 1-2 || 1 Fomoroid Crusher
|-
| 3 || 1 Mindstealer Sphiranx
|-
| 4 || 1 Mutalith Vortex Beast
|-
| 5 || 1 Slaughterbrute
|-
| 6 || 1 Soul Grinder
|}
'''''Everchosen Retinue Followers'''''<br>
Requires 2 rolls, or 1 roll and 1 Glory Point.<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Followers
|-
| 1-6 || 3 Varanguard
|}
'''Follower Rewards'''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D3 || Reward || Flavour Text || Rules
|-
| 1 || '''Keen for Conflict''' || ''These warriors are forever eager to get to grips with their enemies.'' || This unit can run and still charge later in the same turn.
|-
| 2 || '''Skilled and Scarred''' || ''With every battle these warriors develop their deadly skills further.'' || Add 1 to hit rolls for attacks made by this unit if it charged in the same turn.
|-
| 3 || '''Furious Fervour''' || ''Even impending death cannot prevent these warriors from striking down their foes.'' || If a model from this unit is slain in the combat phase, it can fight before it is removed from play.
|}
'''Champion Rewards'''<br>
There are three tables, based on which champion you chose.<br>
'''''Eye of the Gods Hero only.'''''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Reward || Flavour Text || Rules
|-
| 1 || '''Flames of Spite''' || ''Chaotic fire clings to the form of this warlord.'' || If the unmodified wound roll for an attack made by this champion is 6, the target suffers 1 mortal wound in addition to any normal damage.
|-
| 2-3 || '''Favoured of the Pantheon''' || ''The gods watch this warlord's deeds particularly closely.'' || You can add or subtract 2 from the result of any rolls made for this champion on the Eyes of the Gods table.
|-
| 4-5 || '''Bolstered by Hate''' || ''This general is imbued with an unnatural loathing that manifests as a vile nimbus of Chaos energy.'' || Add 1 to this champion's Wounds characteristic.
|-
| 6 || '''Artefact of Power''' || ''An ancient artefact of power has come into this champion's possession.'' || Randomly generate one artefact of power for this champion from the Trophies of Conquest table.
|}
'''''Wizard Hero only.'''''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Reward || Flavour Text || Rules
|-
| 1 || '''Studied Sorcerer''' || ''Mastery of the arcane is of the utmost importance for this wizard.'' || Add 1 to casting, dispelling, and unbinding rolls for this champion.
|-
| 2-3 || '''Favoured of the Pantheon''' || ''The gods watch this warlord's deeds particularly closely.'' || You can add or subtract 2 from the result of any rolls made for this champion on the Eyes of the Gods table.
|-
| 4-5 || '''Lord of Terror''' || ''Where this champion walks, the inhuman howls of daemons follow them, striking horror into the hearts of all in their path.'' || Subtract 1 from the Bravery characteristic of enemy units while they are within 6" of this champion.
|-
| 6 || '''Artefact of Power''' || ''An ancient artefect of power has come into this champion's possession.'' || Randomly generate one artefact of power for this champion from the Chaos Esoterica table.
|}
'''''Daemon Prince only.'''''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D3 || Reward || Flavour Text || Rules
|-
| 1 || '''Paragon of Ruin''' || ''This champion is truly favoured by their god, a living conduit for their fell power.'' || Friendly units are affected by this champion's Aura of Chaos ability while they are wholly within 18"of this champion.
|-
| 2 || '''Lightning Reflexes''' || ''The inhuman swiftness of this warlord sees them dart aside from incoming strikes with blinding speed.'' || Roll a dice each time you allocate a wound or mortal wound to this champion. On a 5+ that wound or mortal wound is negated.
|-
| 3 || '''Artefact of Power''' || ''An ancient artefact of power has come into this champion's possession.'' || Randomly generate one artefact of power for this champion from the Infernal Treasures table.
|}

==Death Warband Tables==
===Flesh-eater Courts===
Found in the Battletome (February 2019).<br>
'''Champions'''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! Champion || Follower Rolls
|-
| Abhorrant Ghoul King on Royal Terrorgheist or Abhorrant Ghoul King on Royal Zombie Dragon || 2 roll
|-
| Abhorrant Archregent || 4 rolls
|-
| Abhorrant Ghoul King || 5 rolls
|}
'''Followers'''<br>
'''''Retinue Followers'''''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Followers
|-
| 1-6 || 10 Crypt Ghouls
|}
'''''Hero Followers'''''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Followers
|-
| 1-2 || 1 Crypt Ghast Courtier
|-
| 3-4 || 1 Crypt Haunter Courtier
|-
| 5-6 || 1 Crypt Infernal Courtier
|}
'''''Elite Retinue Followers'''''<br>
Requires 2 rolls, or 1 roll and 1 Glory Point.<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Followers
|-
| 1-3 || 3 Crypt Flayers
|-
| 4-6 || 3 Crypt Horrors
|}
'''''Mighty Hero Followers'''''<br>
Requires 2 rolls, or 1 roll and 1 Glory Point.<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Followers
|-
| 1-6 || Varghulf Courtier
|}
'''''Behemoth Followers'''''<br>
Requires 3 rolls, or 1 roll and 2 Glory Point.<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Followers
|-
| 1-3 || 1 Royal Terrorgheist
|-
| 4-6 || 1 Royal Zombie Dragon
|}
'''Follower Rewards'''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Reward || Flavour Text || Rules
|-
| 1 || '''King's Own''' || ''At their lord's command, these loyal followers hurl themselves at the foe.'' || In the combat phase, after this unit has fought in that combat phase for the first time, when it is your turn to pick a unit to fight with later in the same combat phase, this unit can be selected to fight for a second time if it is within 3" of any enemy units and within 6" of your champion.
|-
| 2 || '''Hungry For Flesh''' || ''These demented warriors are driven into a ravenous frenzy when they smell blood.'' || Once per battle, at the start of the combat phase, you can add 1 to the Attacks characteristic of any melee weapons used by this unit in that combat phase.
|-
| 3 || '''Vendetta''' || ''These followers hold an unshakeable hatred for one of their foes.'' || After armies are set up, but before the first battle round begins, pick 1 enemy unit. Add 1 to hit rolls for attacks made by this unit that target that enemy unit.
|-
| 4 || '''Gruesome Harvest''' || ''These warriors display an uncanny talent for acquiring culinary provisions in battle.'' || In your hero phase, roll 1 dice for each enemy model within 3" of this unit. For each 6, that model's unit suffers 1 mortal wound.
|-
| 5 || '''Fanatical Loyalty''' || ''These trusted subjects will stand by their lord come what may.'' || You can re-roll battleshock tests for this unit.
|-
| 6 || '''Martial Excellence''' || ''These well-drilled mordants fight with iron discipline.'' || Once per turn, you can re-roll 1 hit roll or 1 wound roll for an attack made by this unit, or 1 save roll for an attack that targets this unit.
|}
'''Champion Rewards'''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! 2D6 || Reward || Flavour Text || Rules
|-
| 2 || '''Lord of Darkness''' || ''An aura of dark power surrounds this champion, empowering nearby courtiers. || When a friendly '''COURTIER''' within 10" of this champion uses a Muster ability, you can roll 1 extra dice for that '''COURTIER''' when determining how many slain models the Muster ability allows you to return (usually this will mean that you roll 7 dice instead of 6 dice).
|-
| 3 || '''Enmity''' || ''Memories of slights and grievances inspire this champion to commit terrible acts of vengeance. || At the end of each battle, note down the name of the warband you fought the battle against. Add 1 to hit rolls and wound rolls for attacks made by this champion that target models from that warband for the rest of the campaign.
|-
| 4 || '''Terrifying Appearance''' || ''The appearance of this champion is horrific even for a Flesh-eater. || Subtract 2 from the Bravery characteristic of enemy units while they are within 6" of this champion.
|-
| 5 || '''Arcane Abomination''' || ''This champion has mastered the arcane arts, and is one of the mightiest spellcasters of their kind. || Add 1 to casting, dispelling and unbinding rolls for this champion.
|-
| 6 || '''Haunted Blade''' || ''One of the weapons wielded by this champion is a prison for the soul of a champion from the world-that-was. || Pick one weapon used by this champion. Improve the Rend characteristic of that weapon by 1. This reward has no effect on this model's mount.
|-
| 7 || '''Hard to Kill''' || ''Your champion is able to withstand injuries that would fell a lesser warrior. || Add 1 to this champion's Wounds characteristic.
|-
| 8 || '''Feared Leader''' || ''The minions that serve under this champion's command have learnt never to disobey their commands. || Add 1 to the Bravery characteristic of friendly units while they are wholly within 12" of this champion.
|-
| 9 || '''Death Incarnate''' || ''This champion strikes with a savage fury that inflicts terrible wounds. || You can re-roll wound rolls of 1 for this champion.
|-
| 10 || '''Frenzied Charge''' || ''This champion hurls himself at the foe, their madness lending their attacks incredible speed. || Add 1 to the Attacks characteristic of this champion's melee weapons until the end of the phase if this champion made a charge move in the same turn. This reward has no effect on this model's mount.
|-
| 11 || '''Immortal Fiend''' || ''This Flesh-eater's polluted blood grants him resilience in battle, allowing him to shrug off serious injuries with ease. || Once per battle, in your hero phase, you can heal up to D6 wounds allocated to this champion.
|-
| 12 || '''Charismatic Fiend''' || ''This champion's grim regality draws countless cannibalistic warriors to their banner. || If this champion is chosen as the model that uses a command ability that summons '''FLESHEATER COURTS''' models to the battlefield, they can use it without a command point having to be spent. If they do not have such a command ability, they can use the Summon Men-at-arms ability from the Abhorrant Ghoul King warscroll instead.
|}
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===Soulblight Gravelords===
Found in the Battletome (May 2021).<br>
'''Champions'''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! Champion || Follower Rolls
|-
| Vampire Lord on Zombie Dragon || 3 rolls
|-
| Bloodseeker Palanquin || 4 rolls
|-
| Coven Throne || 4 rolls
|-
| Vengorian Lord || 4 rolls
|-
| Necromancer || 6 rolls
|-
| Vampire Lord || 6 rolls
|-
| Wight King (both on foot or on Skeletal Steed) || 6 rolls
|}
'''Followers'''<br>
'''''Retinue Followers'''''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Followers
|-
| 1 || 20 Deadwalker Zombies
|-
| 2 || 10 Dire Wolves
|-
| 3 || 10 Deathrattle Skeletons
|-
| 4 || 5 Grave Guard
|-
| 5 || 5 Black Knights
|-
| 6 || 3 Fell Bats
|}
'''''Hero Followers'''''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D3 || Followers
|-
| 1 || 1 Wight King
|-
| 2 || 1 Necromancer
|-
| 3 || 1 Vampire Lord
|}
'''''Elite Retinue Followers'''''<br>
Requires 2 rolls, or 1 roll and 1 Glory Point.<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D3 || Followers
|-
| 1 || 1 Corpse Cart
|-
| 2 || 3 Vargheists
|-
| 3 || 5 Blood Knights
|}
'''''Behemoth Retinue Followers'''''<br>
Requires 3 rolls, or 1 roll and 2 Glory Points.<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D3 || Followers
|-
| 1 || 1 Mortis Engine
|-
| 2 || 1 Terrorgheist
|-
| 3 || 1 Zombie Dragon
|}
'''Follower Rewards'''<br>
'''''Followers Rewards'''''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Reward || Rules
|-
| 1 || '''The Bait''' || Add 1 to save rolls for attacks that target this unit while it is wholly within your territory.
|-
| 2 || '''Ageless Cunning''' || Instead of setting up this unit on the battlefield, you can place it to one side and say that it is set up in ambush as a reserve unit. At the end of any of your movement phases, you can set up this unit on the battlefield, wholly within 6" of the edge of the battlefield and more than 9" from any enemy units.
|-
| 3 || '''Merciless Hunters''' || Add 1 to wound rolls for attacks made with melee weapons by this unit.
|-
| 4 || '''Terrifying Visage''' || Subtract 1 from wound rolls for attacks made with melee weapons that target this unit.
|-
| 5 || '''Swift and Deadly''' || You can re-roll charge rolls for this unit.
|-
| 6 || '''Torment-driven Throes''' || At the start of the combat phase, you can roll a dice for each enemy unit within 3" of this unit. On a 5+, that enemy unit suffers 1 mortal wound and can only attack this unit in that phase after this unit has already fought in that phase.
|}
'''''Behemoth Followers Rewards'''''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D3 || Reward || Rules
|-
| 1 || '''Monstrous Might''' || Subtract 1 from wound rolls for attacks made with melee weapons that target this unit.
|-
| 2 || '''Accursed Regeneration''' || In your hero phase, you can heal up to D3 wounds allocated to this unit.
|-
| 3 || '''Unstoppable Nightmare''' || Once per battle, in the combat phase, you can say that this unit will unleash its monstrous power. If you do so, until the end of that phase, use the top row on that unit’s damage table, regardless of how many wounds it has suffered.
|}
'''Champion Rewards'''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! 2D6 || Reward || Rules
|-
| 2 || '''Immortal Majesty''' || If an enemy unit fails a battleshock test within 3" of this champion, add D3 to the number of models that flee.
|-
| 3 || '''Favoured Retainers''' || Ignore negative modifiers to hit and wound rolls for attacks made with melee weapons by friendly '''DEATHRATTLE''' units while they are wholly within 12" of this champion.
|-
| 4 || '''Swift Form''' || Add 2 to run and charge rolls for this champion.
|-
| 5 || '''Premeditated Violence''' || If the unmodified hit roll for an attack made with a melee weapon by this champion is 6, that attack scores 2 hits on the target instead of 1. Make a wound and save roll for each hit.
|-
| 6 || '''Aura of Dark Majesty''' || Subtract 1 from hit rolls for attacks made with melee weapons that target this champion.
|-
| 7 || '''Unholy Impetus''' || In the combat phase, if any enemy models are slain by attacks made with melee weapons by this champion in that phase, add 1 to the Attacks characteristic of melee weapons used by friendly units wholly within 12" of this champion until the end of that phase.
|-
| 8 || '''Master of Retaliation''' || At the end of the combat phase, if any wounds or mortal wounds were allocated to this champion in that phase and this champion was not slain, you can pick 1 enemy unit within 1" of them and roll a dice. On a 2+, that unit suffers D3 mortal wounds.
|-
| 9 || '''A Craving for Massacre''' || This champion can run and still charge later in the same turn.
|-
| 10 || '''Kin of the Wolf''' || Once per battle, at the end of your movement phase, you can say that this champion will summon a pack of Dire Wolves to the battlefield. If you do so, you can add 1 unit of up to 5 '''DIRE WOLVES''' to your army. Set up that unit wholly within 9" of this champion and more than 9" from all enemy units.
|-
| 11 || '''Spoor Trackers''' || At the start of your hero phase, friendly units wholly within 9" of this champion can make a normal move of up to 3" (they cannot run).
|-
| 12 || '''An Eye for an Eye''' || If any wounds or mortal wounds are allocated to this champion in the combat phase, add 1 to the Damage characteristic of melee weapons used by this champion (including their mount) until the end of that phase.
|}
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===Nighthaunt===
Found in the Battletome (July 2018).<br>
'''Champions'''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! Champion || Followers
|-
| *Spirit Torment || 3 rolls
|-
| Knight of Shrouds on Ethereal Steed || 4 rolls
|-
| Knight of Shrouds || 4 rolls
|-
| Guardian of Souls with Nightmare Lantern || 4 rolls
|-
| Lord Executioner || 4 rolls
|-
| *''You receieve a unit of 2 Chainghasts in addition to the Spirit Torment. The Spirit Torment is the warband's champion, and the unit of Chainghasts is a follower.''
|}
'''Followers'''<br>
'''''Retinue Followers'''''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Followers
|-
| 1-2 || 10 Chainrasps
|-
| 3-4 || 3 Spirit Hosts
|-
| 5 || 5 Glaivewraith Stalkers
|-
| 6 || 4 Myrmourn Banshees
|}
'''''Hero Followers'''''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Followers
|-
| 1-2 || 1 Cairn Wraith
|-
| 3-4 || 1 Dreadblade Harrow
|-
| 5-6 || 1 Tomb Banshee
|}
'''''Elite Retinue Followers'''''<br>
Requires 2 rolls, or 1 roll and 1 Glory Point.<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Followers
|-
| 1-2 || 10 Grimghast Reapers
|-
| 3-4 || 5 Hexwraiths
|-
| 5 || 10 Dreadscythe Harridans
|-
| 6 || 10 Bladegheist Revenants
|}
'''''Black Coach Followers'''''<br>
Requires 3 rolls, or 1 roll and 2 Glory Point.<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Followers
|-
| 1-6 || 1 Black Coach
|}
'''Follower Rewards'''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Reward || Flavour Text || Rules
|-
| 1 || '''Ghastly''' || ''These spectres are so distorted by amethyst magic that they have become the stuff of darkest nightmare.'' || Subtract 1 from the Bravery characteristic of enemy units while they are within 12" of this unit.
|-
| 2 || '''Deadly''' || ''In life, the members of this unit were famed for their martial prowess. Although that time is long forgotten, the spirits still retain an innate sense of where and when to strike a foe.'' || Re-roll hit rolls of 1 for attacks made by this unit.
|-
| 3 || '''Cruel''' || ''This unit is so hate-filled and so steeped in malicious ways that they draw power from their own spite. Every blow they strike comes with an extra twist in order to inflict maximum pain upon their foes.'' || Re-roll wound rolls of 1 for attacks made by this unit.
|-
| 4 || '''Spectral Swiftness''' || ''These spirits move with an unnatural swiftness. They do not glide from point to point, but seem impossibly to appear closer in the blink of an eye.'' || Add 2" to this unit's Move characteristic.
|-
| 5 || '''Unnatural Resilience''' || ''This unit has mastered their phantasmal forms and can discorporate more than other wraiths, allowing enemy blades and arrows to pass harmlessly through them.'' || Re-roll save rolls of 1 for attacks that target this unit.
|-
| 6 || '''Ghostly Blades''' || ''The shimmering blades wielded by this unit have a strange, balefire glow. In spectral fashion they pass through enemy armour, yet into flesh they bite all too deeply.'' || Improve the Rend characteristic of this unit's melee weapons by 1.
|}
'''Champion Rewards'''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! 2D6 || Reward || Flavour Text || Rules
|-
| 2 || '''Nagash's Judgement''' || ''Your champion's actions have drawn Nagash's gaze… and been found wanting. It is best not to raise the ire of the Great Necromancer.'' || You lose 1 Glory Point. In addition, your champion cannot gain any further rewards for the rest of the campaign.
|-
| 3 || '''Unnatural Swiftness''' || ''Your champion has been gifted with supernatural speed, allowing them to glide effortlessly through the air at tremendous speed.'' || Add 3" to your champion's Move characteristic.
|-
| 4 || '''Unholy Resilience''' || ''Nagash has blessed this champion, granting its spectral form a will of spiteful adamant. This spiritual resilience allows it to fight on even past the point that other wraiths would have been torn apart.'' || Add 1 to your champion's Wounds characteristic.
|-
| 5 || '''Otherworldly Miasma''' || ''An ill-smelling gravemist swirls about your champion. The cloying vapours makes targeting difficult, as the wraith slips into and out of the foetid atmosphere.'' || Subtract 1 from hit rolls for attacks that target your champion.
|-
| 6 || '''Aspect of Terror''' || ''This champion bears some unexpected aspect to its visage that unnerves a foe – perhaps a jaw that unhinges to impossible lengths, a deathly shriek that freezes marrow, or some terrifying visage concealed beneath a cloak.'' || Subtract 1 from the Bravery characteristic of enemy units while they are within 6" of your champion.
|-
| 7 || '''Murderer's Legacy''' || ''In life this spectre was a killer of extraordinary prowess, and such skills have carried over to the afterlife.'' || Add 1 to wound rolls for attacks made by your champion.
|-
| 8 || '''Baleful Presence''' || ''To be near this champion is to know fear, for panic and dismay wash outwards from this wraith in chilling waves of energy.'' || Subtract 1 from casting rolls and charge rolls for enemy units while they are within 12" of your champion.
|-
| 9 || '''Touch of Death''' || ''So full of pent-up malice is this champion that a mere touch from it is sometimes enough to stop a beating heart.'' || Each time you make an unmodified hit roll of 6 for an attack made with your champion's melee weapons, that attack inflicts a number of mortal wounds equal to that weapon's Damage characteristic and the attack sequence ends (do not make a wound or save roll).
|-
| 10 || '''Ephemeral Form''' || ''With the ability to phase into and out of the material world, this champion is notoriously difficult to strike.'' || Subtract 1 from wound rolls for attacks that target your champion.
|-
| 11 || '''Infernal Gaze''' || ''A single look from this champion is so horrifying that it can freeze the blood of any onlooker that dares to meet its gaze.'' || In your hero phase, pick an enemy unit within 8" of your champion and roll 2D6. If the roll is greater than that unit's Bravery characteristic, it suffers D3 mortal wounds.
|-
| 12 || '''Siphon Soul''' || ''This champion has been blessed by necromantic magics so that its weapon can suck the soul out of a wounded foe and transfer its energy. So does this wraith kill to make itself stronger.'' || When your champion fights, if they inflict any wounds with their melee weapons, you can heal 1 wound allocated to your champion after all of the champion's attacks have been made.
|}
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===Ossiarch Bonereapers===
Found in the Battletome (November 2019).<br>
'''Champions'''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! Champion || Followers
|-
| Liege-Kavalos || 3 rolls
|-
| Mortisan Boneshaper || 4 rolls
|-
| Mortisan Soulreaper || 4 rolls
|-
| Mortisan Soulmason || 4 rolls
|}
'''Followers'''<br>
'''''Hero Followers'''''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Followers
|-
| 1-2 || 1 Mortisan Boneshaper
|-
| 3-4 || 1 Mortisan Soulreaper
|-
| 5-6 || 1 Mortisan Soulmason
|}
'''''Retinue Followers'''''<br>
Note that unlike other armies, Bonereapers require extra rolls for their normal followers.<br>
Requires 2 rolls, or 1 roll and 1 Glory Point.<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Followers
|-
| 1-4 || 10 Mortek Guard
|-
| 5-6 || 5 Kavalos Deathriders
|}
'''''Elite Retinue Followers'''''<br>
Requires 2 rolls, or 1 roll and 1 Glory Point.<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Followers
|-
| 1-2 || 3 Immortis Guard
|-
| 3-4 || 3 Necropolis Stalkers
|-
| 5 || 2 Morghast Archai
|-
| 6 || 2 Morghast Harbingers
|}
'''''Construct Followers'''''<br>
Requires 3 rolls, or 1 roll and 2 Glory Point.<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Followers
|-
| 1-3 || 1 Mortek Crawler
|-
| 4-6 || 1 Gothizzar Harvester
|}
'''Follower Rewards'''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Reward || Flavour Text || Rules
|-
| 1 || '''Immolation''' || ''These warriors are likely to detonate if they are cut down by an opponent.'' || Roll a dice each time a model from this unit is slain by an attack made with a melee weapon, before the slain model is removed from play. If the roll is less than or equal to the slain model's Wounds characteristic, pick 1 enemy unit within 3" of the slain model. That unit suffers 1 mortal wound.
|-
| 2 || '''Unstoppable Juggernauts''' || ''These warriors are exceptionally resilient to physical attacks.'' || Add 1 to save rolls for attacks that target this unit.
|-
| 3 || '''Dread Legion''' || ''Enemies know that any attempt to resist these warriors is doomed to fail.'' || Subtract 1 from the Bravery characteristic of enemy units while they are within 12" of this unit.
|-
| 4 || '''Eldritch Nulls''' || ''These arcane constructs have an innate resistance to magical forces.'' || Each time this unit is affected by a spell or endless spell, you can roll a dice. If you do so, on a 5+ ignore the effects of that spell or endless spell on this unit.
|-
| 5 || '''Simmering Rage''' || ''These warriors can explode into berserk violence without warning.'' || At the start of a combat phase, if any model from this unit have been slain it becomes subject to rage until the end of that phase. Add 1 to hit rolls for attacks made by a unit that is subject to rage, but subtract 1 from save rolls for attacks that target a unit that is subject to rage.
|-
| 6 || '''Carefully Trained''' || || You can pick the result you wish to apply to the unit.
|}
'''Champion Rewards'''<br>
There are two tables, based on which champion you chose.<br>
'''''Liege-Kavalos Rewards'''''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Reward || Flavour Text || Rules
|-
| 1 || '''Immortal Ruler''' || ''It is nigh impossible to extinguish the soul of this commander.'' || The Deathless Warriors battle trait negates a wound or mortal wound allocated to this champion on a roll of a 5+ instead of 6.
|-
| 2 || '''Dark Acolyte''' || ''This commander has learnt how to master the power of magic.'' || This champion is a '''WIZARD''' that knows the Arcane Bolt and Mystic Shield spells. They can attempt to cast 1 spell or dispel 1 endless spell in your hero phase, and attempt to unbind 1 spell in the enemy hero phase.
|-
| 3 || '''Peerless Warrior''' || ''Few can match this ancient warrior in the art of combat.'' || If the unmodified wound roll for an attack made with a melee weapon by this champion is 6, that attack inflicts 1 mortal wound on the target in addition to any normal damage.
|-
| 4 || '''Hatred of the Living''' || ''This lord of death loathes all living creatures.'' || Add 1 to hit rolls for attacks made with melee weapons by this champion unless the target has the '''DEATH''' keyword.
|-
| 5 || '''Life-stealer''' || ''This champion can leech the vital essence of those they slay.'' || At the end of the combat phase, if any enemy models were slain by wounds inflicted by this champion's attacks in that combat phase, you can heal up to D3 wounds allocated to this champion.
|-
| 6 || '''Artefact of Power''' || ''An ancient artefact of power has come into this champion's possession.'' || Randomly generate one artefact of power for this champion from the Relics of the Kavaloi table.
|}
'''''Mortisan Rewards'''''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Reward || Flavour Text || Rules
|-
| 1 || '''Immortal Ruler''' || ''It is nigh impossible to extinguish the soul of this commander.'' || The Deathless Warriors battle trait negates a wound or mortal wound allocated to this champion on a roll of a 5+ instead of 6.
|-
| 2 || '''Dire Ultimatum''' || ''This pitiless ruler makes impossible demands of their victims, on pain of death.'' || Subtract 2 from the Bravery characteristic of enemy units while they are within 12" of this champion.
|-
| 3 || '''Grave-sand Bones''' || ''This wizard is constructed from bone that is heavy with the magic of Shyish.'' || This champion knows 1 spell from the Lore of the Mortisans.
|-
| 4 || '''Oathbreaker Curse''' || ''Woe betide any who break a contract brokered by this champion.'' || Roll a dice each time your opponent receives a command point while this champion is on the battlefield. On a 6, that command point is lost.
|-
| 5 || '''Soul Energy''' || ''This wizard can draw on the power of their own soul when they use the arcane arts.'' || You can re-roll casting, dispelling and unbinding rolls for this champion. If you do so, this champion suffers 1 mortal wound after the effects of the spell (if any) are carried out.
|-
| 6 || '''Artefact of Power''' || ''An ancient artefact of power has come into this champion's possession.'' || Randomly generate one artefact of power for this champion from the Tools of the Boneshaper table if this champion is a '''MORTISAN BONESHAPER''', from the Treasures of the Soulmason table if this champion is a '''MORTISAN SOULMASON''', or from the Weapons of the Soulreaper table if this champion is a '''MORTISAN SOULREAPER'''.
|}
==Destruction Warband Tables==
===Gloomspite Gitz===
Found in the Battletome (January 2019).<br>
'''Champions'''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! Champion || Follower Rolls
|-
| Webspinner Shaman on Arachnarok Spider || 2 rolls
|-
| Dankhold Troggboss || 2 rolls
|-
| Fungoid Cave-Shaman || 4 rolls
|-
| Madcap Shaman || 4 rolls
|-
| Loonboss || 4 rolls
|-
| Loonboss on Giant Cave Squig || 4 rolls
|-
| Loonboss on Mangler Squigs || 2 rolls
|-
| Loonboss with Giant Cave Squig || 4 rolls
|-
| Webspinner Shaman || 4 rolls
|-
| Scuttleboss on Gigantic Spider || 4 rolls
|-
| Zarbag* || 3 rolls
|-
| ''*You receive Zarbag's Gitz in addition to Zarbag. Zarbag is the warband's champion, and Zarbag's Gitz is a follower unit.''
|}
'''Followers'''<br>
'''''Retinue Followers'''''<br>
Split by allegiance.<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Moonclan || Squig || Spiderfang
|-
| 1 || 10 Sneaky Snufflers || 5 Boingrot Bounderz || 5 Spider Riders
|-
| 2-3 || 15 Shootas || 5 Squig Hoppers || 5 Spider Riders
|-
| 4-6 || 15 Stabbas || 10 Cave Squigs & 2 Squig Herders || 5 Spider Riders
|}
'''''Hero Followers'''''<br>
Split by allegiance.<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Moonclan || Spiderfang
|-
| 1-2 || 1 Loonboss || 1 Scuttleboss on Gigantic Spider
|-
| 3 || 1 Madcap Shaman || 1 Scuttleboss on Gigantic Spider
|-
| 4 || 1 Loonboss with Giant Cave Squig || 1 Scuttleboss on Gigantic Spider
|-
| 5 || 1 Loonboss on Giant Cave Squig || 1 Webspinner Shaman
|-
| 6 || 1 Fungoid Cave-Shaman || 1 Webspinner Shaman
|}
'''''Fanatics Followers'''''<br>
These units cannot be given follower rewards.<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Followers
|-
| 1-3 || 5 Loonsmasha Fanatics
|-
| 4-6 || 5 Spiresplatta Fanatics
|}
'''''Gobbapalooza Followers'''''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Followers
|-
| 1-6 || Pick three different models from the following list: Scaremonger, Brewgit, Spiker, Boggleye, Shroomancer.
|}
'''''Big Stuff Followers'''''<br>
Requires 2 rolls, or 1 roll and 1 Glory Point.<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Followers
|-
| 1-3 || 1 Mangler Squigs
|-
| 4-6 || 1 Aleguzzler Giant
|}
'''''Troggoth Followers'''''<br>
Requires 2 rolls, or 1 roll and 1 Glory Point.<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Followers
|-
| 1-2 || 1 Dankhold Troggoth
|-
| 3-4 || 3 Fellwater Troggoths
|-
| 5-6 || 3 Rockgut Troggoths
|}
'''''Arachnarok Followers'''''<br>
Requires 3 rolls, or 1 roll and 2 Glory Points.<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Followers
|-
| 1-2 || 1 Arachnarok Spider with Flinger
|-
| 3-4 || 1 Arachnarok Spider with Spiderfang Warparty
|-
| 5-6 || 1 Skitterstrand Arachnarok
|}
'''Follower Rewards'''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Reward || Flavour Text || Rules
|-
| 1 || '''Protection of the Bad Moon''' || ''These grots call on the Bad Moon to shield them from harm, and their manic prayers are answered!'' || Once per battle, at the start of your hero phase, you can say that this unit is calling upon the Bad Moon for protection. If you do so, you can re-roll save rolls for attacks that target this unit until your next hero phase.
|-
| 2 || '''Special Fungus Brew''' || ''These followers have secured a supply of special fungus brew that drives them into a fighting frenzy!'' || Once per battle, at the start of your hero phase, you can say that this unit will drink its special fungus brew. If you do so, add 1 to the Attacks characteristic of melee weapons used by this unit until your next hero phase.
|-
| 3 || '''Sneaky Gitz''' || ''These diminutive but cunning warriors are experts at sneaking up on an unwary foe.'' || Instead of setting up this unit on the battlefield, you can place it to one side and say that it is set up sneaking up on the enemy as a reserve unit. If you do so, at the end of your first movement phase you must set up this unit on the battlefield more than 9" from any enemy units.
|-
| 4 || '''Get 'Em Lads!''' || ''These warriors are full of the froth-jawed madness of the Gloomspite, and will do everything they can to drag down their foes.'' || Add 1" to the Range characteristic of melee weapons used by this unit.
|-
| 5 || '''Vengeful Schemers''' || ''These hate-filled backstabbers come up with evil schemes to help them prevail against their foes.'' || At the start of the first battle round, pick a warscroll. Add 1 to hit rolls for attacks made by this unit that target an enemy unit that uses that warscroll.
|-
| 6 || '''Bully Boyz''' || ''These grots have fought in and survived more than their fair share of fights, and have learned how to put their malice to best use shanking their enemies while staying clear of return blows.'' || Once per turn, you can re-roll 1 hit roll or 1 wound roll for an attack made by this unit, or 1 save roll for an attack that targets this unit.
|}
'''Champion Rewards'''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! 2D6 || Reward || Flavour Text || Rules
|-
| 2 || '''Badly Beaten''' || ''Your champion ended up in a fight that they couldn't win through cunning and trickery, and has been grievously wounded.'' || You lose 1 Glory Point. In addition, subtract 1 from your champion's Wounds characteristic for the remainder of the campaign.
|-
| 3 || '''Razor-edged Blade''' || ''Your champion hones the edge of their favourite weapon so that it is wickedly sharp.'' || Pick 1 of your champion's melee weapons and note it down on your warband roster as having a razor-edge. Improve the Rend characteristic of that weapon by 1.
|-
| 4 || '''Can't Catch Me!''' || ''Your champion is incredibly swift-footed and almost impossible to catch.'' || Add 2" to your champion's Move characteristic. Add a further 4" to the distance they can move when they retreat.
|-
| 5 || '''Sinewy Toughness''' || ''Although scrawny, your champion is incredibly hard to kill.'' || Add 1 to the Wounds characteristic of your champion.
|-
| 6 || '''Cowardly Git''' || ''Your champion is deathly afraid of being hurt, and is not above using their followers to shield himself from harm.'' || Roll a dice each time you allocate a wound or mortal wound to your champion while they are within 3" of a friendly unit. On a 4+, that wound or mortal wound is negated, but you must pick 1 friendly unit within 3" of your champion and that unit suffers 1 mortal wound.
|-
| 7 || '''Dirty Fighter''' || ''Your champion will use any trick they can think of to get the upper hand in a fight.'' || Add 1 to hit rolls for attacks made by your champion.
|-
| 8 || '''Nimble''' || ''Your champion is so swift that foes find them hard to hit.'' || Subtract 1 from hit rolls for attacks that target your champion.
|-
| 9 || '''Bad Moon Weapon''' || ''Your champion has a melee weapon crafted from a shard of loonstone, which glows with sickly yellow light.'' || Pick one of your champion's melee weapons and note it down on your warband roster as being made from a Bad Moon fragment. Add 1 to that weapon's Damage characteristic.
|-
| 10 || '''Morkish Cunning''' || ''Your champion is very canny, and almost always comes up with a battleplan that will help defeat the foe.'' || If your champion is on the battlefield at the start of your hero phase, roll a dice. On a 4+, you receive 1 extra command point.
|-
| 11 || '''Loonstruck''' || ''Your champion has spent too long under the light of the Bad Moon and is now constantly under its influence.'' || Your champion is always treated as being affected by the light of the Bad Moon.
|-
| 12 || '''Savage Underhand Blow''' || ''Your champion has become practised at waiting for the perfect moment to deliver a brutal killing strike.'' || Once per battle, at the start of the combat phase, you can say your champion is attempting a savage underhand blow instead of fighting in that combat phase. If you do so, pick 1 enemy model within 1" of your champion and roll a dice. On a 4 or 5, the target model's unit suffers D3 mortal wounds. On a 6, the target model is slain.
|}
----
===Ogor Mawtribes===
Found in the Battletome (November 2019).<br>
'''Champions'''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! Champion || Follower Rolls
|-
| Frostlord on Stonehorn or Thundertusk || 1 rolls
|-
| Huskard on Stonehorn or Thundertusk || 2 rolls
|-
| Tyrant || 4 rolls
|-
| Slaughtermaster || 5 rolls
|-
| Icebrow Hunter || 5 rolls
|}
'''Followers'''<br>
'''''Retinue Followers'''''<br>
Split by allegiance.<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Beastclaw Raiders || Gutbusters
|-
| 1-2 || 2 Mournfang Packs || 3 Ogor Gluttons
|-
| 3-4 || 2 Mournfang Packs || 2 Leadbelchers
|-
| 5 || 4 Frost Sabres || 1 Gorger
|-
| 6 || 3 Icefall Yhetees || 1 Ironblaster
|}
'''''Hero Followers'''''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Followers
|-
| 1-2 || 1 Icebrow Hunter
|-
| 3-4 || 1 Firebelly
|-
| 5-6 || 1 Butcher
|}
'''''Gnoblar Followers'''''<br>
These units cannot be given follower rewards.<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Followers
|-
| 1-3 || 20 Gnoblars
|-
| 4-6 || 1 Gnoblar Scraplauncher
|}
'''''Elite Retinue Followers'''''<br>
Split by allegiance and requires 2 rolls, or 1 roll and 1 Glory Point.<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Beastclaw Raiders || Gutbusters
|-
| 1-3 || 4 Mournfang Packs || 6 Ogor Gluttons
|-
| 4-5 || 4 Mournfang Packs || 3 Maneaters
|-
| 6 || 4 Mournfang Packs || 4 Ironguts
|}
'''''Beasts of Everwinter Followers'''''<br>
Requires 3 rolls, or 1 roll and 2 Glory Points.<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Followers
|-
| 1-3 || 1 Stonehorn Beastriders
|-
| 4-6 || 1 Thundertusk Beastriders
|}
'''Follower Rewards'''<br>
'''''Non-Beasts Followers Rewards'''''<br>
Retinue, Elite Retinue, and Hero Followers use this table.<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Reward || Flavour Text || Rules
|-
| 1 || '''Brutal Bodyguards''' || ''These warriors fight to earn the favour of your champion and show no mercy to enemies who stray too close to their charge.'' || Add 1 to the Attacks characteristic of melee weapons used by this unit while they are wholly within 6" of your champion.
|-
| 2 || '''Greedy Chompers''' || ''These warriors like to take great bites out of their enemies even in the thick of battle.'' || At the start of your hero phase, if this unit is eating, you can heal 1 wound allocated to them.
|-
| 3 || '''Well Fed''' || ''These warriors have grown fat on the spoils of war.'' || Add 1 to this unit's Wounds characteristic.
|-
| 4 || '''Thick Blubber''' || ''These warriors are protected by an impenetrable layer of fat.'' || Subtract 1 from wound rolls for attacks that target this unit.
|-
| 5 || '''Makeshift Plate''' || ''These warriors have taken to looting scraps of armour from fallen foes.'' || Add 1 to save rolls for attacks that target this unit.
|-
| 6 || '''Boisterous Rampagers''' || ''These warriors are always first into the fray.'' || This unit can run and still charge later in the same turn.
|}
'''''Beasts of Everwinter Followers Rewards'''''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Reward || Flavour Text || Rules
|-
| 1 || '''Iceblooded''' || ''Grievous wounds wrought upon this creature's flesh quickly freeze up and close, allowing it to swiftly recover from any injury.'' || At the start of each of your hero phases, roll a dice. On a 4+, you can heal 1 wound allocated to this model.
|-
| 2 || '''Terror of the Tundra''' || ''Enemies flee in terror as this monstrous creature slams into their lines.'' || Subtract 2 from the Bravery characteristic of enemy units within 6" of this model if this model made a charge move in the same turn.
|-
| 3 || '''Gargantuan Monster''' || ''This mighty creature towers over others of its kind.'' || Add 1 to this model's Wounds characteristic.
|-
| 4 || '''Sacred Fang''' || ''Your champion's warriors see this creature's presence on the battlefield as an omen from Gorkamorka.'' || Add 1 to the Bravery characteristic of friendly units wholly within 12" of this model.
|-
| 5 || '''Fury of Winter''' || ''On the verge of death, this creature can enter a terrible killing rage.'' || Once at the start of any phase, you can say that this model will use its reserve of strength. If you do so, until the end of that phase, use the top row on that model's damage table, regardless of how many wounds it has suffered.
|-
| 6 || '''Mountain-shaking Charge''' || ''When this beast puts its head down and charges, it moves with terrifying speed.'' || Add 1 to charge rolls made by this model.
|}
'''Champion Rewards'''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! 2D6 || Reward || Flavour Text || Rules
|-
| 2 || '''Empty Stomachs''' || ''Your champion and their tribe has fallen upon hard times. Food is scarce and all feel the strain of hunger.'' || You lose 1 Glory Point. In addition, subtract 1 from your champion's Wounds characteristic for the remainder of the campaign.
|-
| 3 || '''Notorious Bully''' || ''Your champion enjoys throwing their not-inconsiderable weight around.'' || At the start of the battleshock phase, you can pick 1 friendly unit within 3" of your champion to be bullied. If you do so, that unit suffers 1 mortal wound, but it does not need to take a battleshock test that phase.
|-
| 4 || '''Bulging Biceps''' || ''Your champion wields oversized weapons with ease.'' || Add 1 to wound rolls for attacks made by your champion.
|-
| 5 || '''Maw Tattoos''' || ''These enchanted markings devour incoming blasts of magic.'' || Each time this model is affected by a spell or endless spell, you can roll a dice. If you do so, on a 4+, ignore the effects of that spell or endless spell on this model.
|-
| 6 || '''Prodigious Girth''' || ''Your champion has now secured numerous victories, and the feasting that followed has only added to their impressive bulk.'' || Add 1 to your champion's Wounds characteristic.
|-
| 7 || '''Blood Hungry''' || ''Your champion leads from the front, eager for a taste of fresh meat.'' || Add 1" to your champion's Move characteristic.
|-
| 8 || '''Relentless Marauder''' || ''Your champion is always hunting for food and leaves a blazing trail of destruction in their wake.'' || Add 1 to hit rolls for attacks made with melee weapons by your champion while your champion is wholly within enemy territory.
|-
| 9 || '''Rare Plunder''' || ''In the aftermath of battle, an exotic treasure is found that your champion takes as their own.'' || Choose 1 artefact of power from the Ogor Mawtribes allegiance abilities for your champion to carry. Your champion can have more than one artefact of power as long as none are duplicates.
|-
| 10 || '''Beastmuncher''' || ''Your champion's appetite knows no bounds. It is said that they once devoured an entire lavaconda before it had even cooled.'' || At the end of the combat phase, if any attacks made by your champion in that combat phase destroyed any enemy '''MONSTERS''', you can heal up to D6 wounds allocated to your champion.
|-
| 11 || '''Cunning Brute''' || ''Your champion is surprisingly adept at sniffing out the enemy's weaknesses.'' || At the start of your first hero phase, you gain 1 additional command point.
|-
| 12 || '''Pulverising Strike''' || ''Your champion holds their weapon high and lets loose a mighty roar before bringing it down with devastating force.'' || Once per battle, at the start of the combat phase, you can say your champion will attempt a killing blow instead of fighting. If you do so, pick 1 enemy model within 1" of your champion and roll a dice. On a 4 or 5, the target model suffers D3 mortal wounds. On a 6, the target model is slain. If your champion has a mount, they can still be picked to fight later in that phase, but only their mount can attack with any melee weapons it has.
|}
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===Orruk Warclans===
Found in the Battletome (October 2019).<br>
'''Champions'''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! Champion || Follower Rolls
|-
| Megaboss on Maw-krusha || 2 roll
|-
| Orruk Megaboss || 4 rolls
|-
| Maniak Weirdnob || 4 rolls
|-
| Savage Big Boss || 4 rolls
|-
| Wurrgog Prophet || 4 rolls
|}
'''Followers'''<br>
'''''Retinue Followers'''''<br>
Split by allegiance.<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Bonesplitterz || Ironjawz
|-
| 1-3 || 10 Savage Orruks || 10 Orruk Ardboys
|-
| 4-5 || 10 Savage Orruk Arrowboys || 10 Orruk Ardboys
|-
| 6 || 10 Savage Orruk Morboys || 10 Orruk Ardboys
|}
'''''Hero Followers'''''<br>
Split by allegiance.<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Bonesplitterz || Ironjawz
|-
| 1-2 || 1 Savage Big Boss || 1 Orruk Megaboss
|-
| 3-4 || 1 Wardokk || 1 Orruk Warchanter
|-
| 5 || 1 Maniak Weirdnob || 1 Orruk Weirdnob Shaman
|-
| 6 || 1 Wurrgog Prophet || 1 Orruk Weirdnob Shaman
|}
'''''Bonesplitterz Boarboys Followers'''''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Followers
|-
| 1-4 || 5 Savage Boarboys
|-
| 5-6 || 5 Savage Boarboy Maniaks
|}
'''''Ironjawz Big 'Uns Followers'''''<br>
Requires 2 rolls, or 1 roll and 1 Glory Point.<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Followers
|-
| 1-4 || 5 Orruk Brutes
|-
| 5-6 || 3 Orruk Gore-gruntas
|}
'''Follower Rewards'''<br>
Orruk Warclans split these by allegiance, so there are multiple tables.<br>
'''''Bonesplitterz Orruks and Boarboys Followers Rewards'''''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Reward || Flavour Text || Rules
|-
| 1 || '''Freezing Strike''' || ''These warriors are armed with weapons made from shards of ice infused with Waaagh! energy, and they are capable of freezing whatever they hit right down to the marrow.'' || If the unmodified wound roll for an attack made by this unit is 6, improve the Rend characteristic of that attack by 1.
|-
| 2 || '''Strength of Purpose''' || ''The zealous self-belief of this mob disrupts the magic of daemons and turns spirits corporeal just long enough for the orruks to hit them.'' || The Ethereal ability has no effect on attacks made by this unit. In addition, any ability that negates wounds has no effect on wounds inflicted by this unit.
|-
| 3 || '''Bring It On!''' || ''The weapons used by this mob are made from amber-tipped bone that awakens the beast within their victims, causing the target to charge forward so the orruks can get 'em.'' || Enemy units within 12" of this unit at the start of their charge phase must attempt to charge and must make a charge move if it is possible for them to do so. In addition, any enemy unit within 3" of this unit cannot retreat.
|-
| 4 || '''Shout Down da Magic!''' || ''This mob shouts so loudly that it unbinds the spells cast by their enemies.'' || This unit can attempt to unbind 1 spell in the enemy hero phase (no other units can attempt to unbind that spell).
|-
| 5 || '''Extra Warpaint''' || ''When this mob gathers for battle, the shamans daub its warriors in an extra layer of warpaint making them especially lucky.'' || When you use the Warpaint battle trait for this unit, you can re-roll the dice that determines if a wound or mortal wound is negated.
|-
| 6 || '''Dead Sneaky''' || ''The orruks of this mob can be surprisingly sneaky when they want to be, catching out the foe with an unexpected advance or a sudden surprise attack.'' || Once per battle, in your hero phase, this unit can make a normal move or shoot.
|}
'''''Ironjawz Orruks and Big 'Uns Followers Rewards'''''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Reward || Flavour Text || Rules
|-
| 1 || '''Zog 'Em''' || ''These orruks can't stand cowardly enemies attacking them from range.'' || At the end of any phase, if any wounds or mortal wounds have been inflicted in that phase on this unit and it is more than 9" from any enemy units, this unit can move D6".
|-
| 2 || '''Up and At 'Em''' || ''Urged on by their boss, this mob is forever rushing forwards to get stuck into the fight.'' || Once in each of your hero phases, the leader of this unit can use the Mighty Destroyers command ability on this unit without spending 1 command point.
|-
| 3 || '''Weird Mob''' || ''This mob is so filled with Waaagh! energy that it overcharges the spells of nearby Weirdnobs.'' || If a friendly '''WEIRDNOB SHAMAN''' is wholly within 18" of this unit while this unit has 10 or more models, it can use its Brutal Power ability to attempt to cast Green Puke twice, in addition to any other spells it can cast, instead of only once.
|-
| 4 || '''Hunt and Crush''' || ''This mob is always on the move, and they can cover the ground between them and their enemies in a terrifyingly short amount of time.'' || Add 1 to run and charge rolls for this unit (this charge roll modifier is in addition to the Eager for Battle modifier).
|-
| 5 || '''Vandal Hordes''' || ''There is nothing this rowdy mob enjoys more than ripping down and desecrating the monuments and structures of their enemies.'' || You can re-roll charge rolls for this unit if it is within 12" of a terrain feature that is fully or partially in enemy territory.
|-
| 6 || '''Kunnin' Plans''' || ''This mob has devised all kinds of cunning plans to avoid getting hit early on in the battle.'' || In the first battle round, subtract 1 from hit rolls for attacks made by enemy units that target this unit.
|}
'''''Bonesplitterz Hero Followers Rewards'''''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Reward || Flavour Text || Rules
|-
| 1-2 || '''Power of the Beast''' || ''This huge orruk is filled with the life-sustaining power of the beasts it has slain.'' || Add 2 to your hero's Wounds characteristic.
|-
| 3-4 || '''Glowin' Tattooz''' || ''This hero's glowing tattoos protect them from harm.'' || When you use the Warpaint battle trait to negate a wound or mortal wound allocated to your hero, it negates the wound or mortal wound on a 4+ instead of a 6.
|-
| 5-6 || '''Greatdrake Toof''' || ''Weapons fashioned from the remains of dragons and drakes always stay sharp.'' || Pick one of your hero's melee weapons. If the unmodified wound roll for an attack made with that weapon is 6, double the damage inflicted by that attack.
|}
'''''Ironjawz Hero Followers Rewards'''''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Reward || Flavour Text || Rules
|-
| 1-2 || '''Hulking Muscle-bound Brute''' || ''Even by orruk standards, this hero is enormous.'' || After your hero makes a charge move, you can pick 1 enemy unit within 1" of this hero and roll a dice. On a 2+, that enemy unit suffers D3 mortal wounds.
|-
| 3-4 || '''Brutish Cunning''' || ''After countless battles, your hero has learnt how to get their boys stuck into the enemy as quickly as possible.'' || Once per battle round, your hero can use the Mighty Destroyers command ability without spending 1 command point.
|-
| 5-6 || '''Ironclad''' || ''Incoming blows bounce harmlessly off your hero's impressively robust armour.'' || Add 1 to save rolls for attacks that target your hero.
|}
'''Champion Rewards'''<br>
Orruk Warclans split these by allegiance, so there are multiple tables. Also, you only roll D6 instead of 2D6.<br>
'''''Bonesplitterz Champion Rewards'''''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Reward || Flavour Text || Rules
|-
| 1 || '''Waaagh!-monger''' || ''This mighty champion is not only brutal but very, very cunning.'' || If your champion is part of your army and on the battlefield at the start of your hero phase, roll a dice. On a 4+, you receive 1 extra command point.
|-
| 2 || '''Power of the Beast''' || ''This huge orruk is filled with the life-sustaining power of the beasts it has slain.'' || Add 2 to your champion's Wounds characteristic.
|-
| 3 || '''Glowin' Tattooz''' || ''The most potent tattoos are those that contain the spirits of powerful beasts, their glowing magic protecting the orruk from harm.'' || When you use the Warpaint battle trait to negate a wound or mortal wound allocated to your champion, it negates the wound or mortal wound on a 4+ instead of a 6.
|-
| 4 || '''Greatdrake Toof''' || ''Weapons fashioned from the remains of dragons and drakes always stay sharp, their edges able to hack off limbs from even the largest creatures.'' || Pick one of your champion's melee weapons. If the unmodified wound roll for an attack made with that weapon is 6, double the damage inflicted by that attack.
|-
| 5 || '''Mystic Waaagh! Paint''' || ''This warpaint opens your champion's mind so that more of Gorkamorka's power can pour into it.'' || At the start of your hero phase, roll on the Lore of the Savage Beast table. Your champion can attempt to cast that spell in that hero phase, in addition to any other spells that they can normally attempt to cast.
|-
| 6 || '''A Right Monster''' || ''Your champion has a particularly nasty reputation that strikes terror into the hearts of their foes.'' || Subtract 1 from the Bravery characteristic of enemy units while they are within 12" of your champion.
|}
'''''Ironjawz Champion Rewards'''''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Reward || Flavour Text || Rules
|-
| 1 || '''Hulking Muscle-bound Brute''' || ''Even by orruk standards, your champion is enormous, and they are ever eager to throw their immense weight around in battle.'' || After your champion makes a charge move, you can pick 1 enemy unit within 1" of this champion and roll a dice. On a 2+, that enemy unit suffers D3 mortal wounds.
|-
| 2 || '''Brutish Cunning''' || ''After countless battles, your champion has learnt how to get their boys stuck into the enemy as quickly as possible.'' || Once per battle round, your champion can use the Mighty Destroyers command ability without spending 1 command point.
|-
| 3 || '''Ironclad''' || ''Incoming blows bounce harmlessly off your champion's impressively robust armour.'' || Add 1 to save rolls for attacks that target your champion.
|-
| 4 || '''Good at Finkin'''' || ''Your champion is amongst the cleverest of their kind.'' || At the start of the first battle round, you receive 1 additional command point.
|-
| 5 || '''The Golden Toof''' || ''To acquire this prized fang, an orruk must first smash it out of the mouth of its previous owner.'' || Do not take battleshock tests for friendly '''IRONJAWZ''' units while they are wholly within 12" of your champion.
|-
| 6 || '''Daubing of Mork''' || ''The Daubing of Mork is a mark of great favour bestowed upon a particularly resilient orruk.'' || Roll a dice each time a wound or mortal wound is allocated to your champion. On a 6, that wound or mortal wound is negated.
|}

==Order Warband Tables==
===Cities of Sigmar===
Found in the Battletome (October 2019).<br>
'''Champions'''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! Champion || Follower Rolls
|-
| Anointed on Flamespyre Phoenix || 4 rolls
|-
| Anointed on Frostheart Phoenix || 4 rolls
|-
| Battlemage on Griffon || 4 rolls
|-
| Dreadlord on Black Dragon || 4 rolls
|-
| Freeguild General on Griffon || 4 rolls
|-
| Sorceress on Black Dragon || 4 rolls
|-
| Celestial Hurricanum with Celestial Battlemage || 5 rolls
|-
| Luminark of Hysh with White Battlemage || 5 rolls
|-
| Steam Tank with Commander || 5 rolls
|-
| Anointed || 5 rolls
|-
| Assassin || 5 rolls
|-
| Nomad Prince || 5 rolls
|-
| Warden King || 5 rolls
|-
| Black Ark Fleetmaster || 6 rolls
|}
'''Followers'''<br>
'''''Army Regulars Followers'''''<br>
Split by allegiance.<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Aelf|| Duardin || Human
|-
| 1 || 10 Bleakswords || 10 Longbeards || 10 Freeguild Guard
|-
| 2 || 10 Darkshards || 10 Longbeards || 10 Freeguild Guard
|-
| 3 || 10 Dreadspears || 10 Ironbreakers || 10 Freeguild Crossbowmen
|-
| 4 || 10 Black Ark Corsairs || 10 Ironbreakers || 10 Freeguild Handgunners
|-
| 5 || 10 Wildwood Rangers || 10 Hammerers || 10 Flagellants
|-
| 6 || 10 Shadow Warriors || 10 Hammerers || 10 Freeguild Greatswords
|}
'''''Cavalry Followers'''''<br>
Split by allegiance.<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Aelf || Human
|-
| 1 || 5 Dark Riders || 5 Freeguild Pistoliers
|-
| 2 || 1 Scourgerunner Chariot || 5 Freeguild Pistoliers
|-
| 3 || 1 Drakespawn Chariot || 5 Freeguild Outriders
|-
| 4 || 5 Drakespawn Knights || 5 Freeguild Outriders
|-
| 5 || 5 Wild Riders || 3 Demigryph Knights
|-
| 6 || 5 Sisters of the Thorn || 3 Demigryph Knights
|}
'''''Hero Followers'''''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Followers
|-
| 1 || 1 Freeguild General
|-
| 2 || 1 Battlemage
|-
| 3 || 1 Cogsmith
|-
| 4 || 1 Runelord
|-
| 5 || 1 Assassin
|-
| 6 || 1 Sorceress
|}
'''''Elite Retinue Followers'''''<br>
Requires 2 rolls, or 1 roll and 1 Glory Point.
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Followers
|-
| 1 || 10 Black Guard
|-
| 2 || 10 Executioners
|-
| 3 || 10 Eternal Guard
|-
| 4 || 10 Sisters of the Watch
|-
| 5 || 10 Phoenix Guard
|-
| 6 || 10 Irondrakes
|}
'''''Auxiliary Followers'''''<br>
Split by allegiance and requires 2 rolls, or 1 roll and 1 Glory Point.<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Monsters || Ironweld Arsenal
|-
| 1-2 || 1 War Hydra || 1-3 Gyrocopters
|-
| 3 || 1 War Hydra || 1-2 Gyrobombers
|-
| 4 || 1 Kharibdyss || 1 Hellblaster Volley Gun
|-
| 5 || 1 Kharibdyss || 1 Helstorm Rocket Battery
|-
| 6 || 1 Kharibdyss || 1 Steam Tank
|}
'''''Auxiliary Followers'''''<br>
Split by allegiance and requires 3 rolls, or 1 roll and 2 Glory Point.<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Phoenix Temple || Collegiate Arcane
|-
| 1-3 || 1 Frostheart Phoenix || 1 Luminark of Hysh
|-
| 4-6 || 1 Flamespyre Phoenix || 1 Celestial Hurricanum
|}
'''Follower Rewards'''<br>
'''''Non-hero Followers Rewards'''''<br>
Army Regulars, Cavalry, Elite, Auxiliary, and Elite Auxiliary use this table.<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Reward || Flavour Text || Rules
|-
| 1 || '''Seasoned Veterans''' || ''These warriors share a fighting spirit forged through countless battles.'' || Add 1 to the Bravery characteristic of this unit.
|-
| 2 || '''Blademasters''' || ''These warriors have dedicated themselves to the mastery of their weapons.'' || Add 1 to hit rolls for attacks made with melee weapons by this unit.
|-
| 3 || '''Hardened Fighters''' || ''A life of endless battle has toughened these warriors and given them a hardy resilience.'' || Add 1 to the Wounds characteristic of this unit.
|-
| 4 || '''Fleet of Foot''' || ''These warriors are oft ordered to scout ahead and spy the enemy locations, and they have become skilled in traversing battlefield terrain.'' || Add 1 to the Move characteristic of this unit.
|-
| 5 || '''Skilled Marksmen''' || ''These warriors are famed as marksmen without peer.'' || Add 1 to hit rolls for attacks made with missile weapons by this unit. Pick another reward if this unit does not have any missile weapons.
|-
| 6 || '''Favoured Warriors''' || ''These warriors have an uncanny fortune in battle and can emerge from seemingly dire situations unscathed.'' || Roll a dice each time you allocate a wound or mortal wound to this unit. On a 6, that wound or mortal wound is negated.
|}
'''''Hero Followers Rewards'''''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Reward || Flavour Text || Rules
|-
| 1-2 || '''Hardy Warrior''' || ''This warrior shows great resilience in battle.'' || Add 1 to the Wounds characteristic of this '''HERO'''.
|-
| 3-4 || '''Relic of Legend''' || ''This champion carries a legendary artefact into battle.'' || Randomly generate an artefact of power for this '''HERO''' by rolling on the Artefacts of Power table for the city from which your warband hails. If this '''HERO''' already has an artefact of power, pick another reward from this rewards table.
|-
| 5-6 || '''Master of Magic''' || ''Exhaustive study of the arcane has seen this mage expand their magical powers.'' || This '''HERO''' knows one spell from the Spell Lores table for the city from which your warband hails. If this '''HERO''' is not a '''WIZARD''', pick another reward from this rewards table.
|}
'''Champion Rewards'''<br>
You only roll D6 instead of 2D6.<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Reward || Flavour Text || Rules
|-
| 1 || '''Inspiring Leader''' || ''This champion is revered by the warriors in their command.'' || Add 1 to the Bravery characteristic of friendly units while they are wholly within 12" of this champion.
|-
| 2 || '''Impervious''' || ''This champion is as stubborn and resilient as granite.'' || Add 1 to the Wounds characteristic of this champion.
|-
| 3 || '''Tactician''' || ''This champion is a master of strategy and tactics.'' || At the start of your hero phase, roll a dice. On a 4+, you receive 1 extra command point.
|-
| 4 || '''Artefact of Power''' || ''An ancient artefact of power has fallen into this champion's possession.'' || Randomly generate an artefact of power for your champion by rolling on the Artefacts of Power table for the city from which your warband hails. If your champion already has an artefact of power, pick another reward from this rewards table.
|-
| 5 || '''Tricks of the Trade''' || ''This champion has mastered a variety of unconventional tactics.'' || Randomly generate a command trait by rolling on the Command Traits table for the city from which your warband hails. If your champion already has a command trait, pick another reward from this rewards table.
|-
| 6 || '''Arcane Might''' || ''This champion is a powerful spellcaster.'' || This champion knows 1 spell from the Spell Lores table for the city from which your warband hails. If your champion is not a '''WIZARD''', pick another reward from this rewards table.
|}
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===Daughters of Khaine===
Found in the Battletome (March 2018).<br>
'''Champions'''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! Champion || Follower Rolls
|-
| Slaughter Queen on Cauldron of Blood || 3 rolls
|-
| Hag Queen on Cauldron of Blood || 3 rolls
|-
| Bloodwrack Shrine || 4 rolls
|-
| Bloodwrack Medusa || 5 rolls
|-
| Slaughter Queen || 5 rolls
|-
| Hag Queen || 6 rolls
|}
'''Followers'''<br>
'''''Retinue Followers'''''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Followers
|-
| 1 || 10 Witch Aelves
|-
| 2 || 10 Sisters of Slaughter
|-
| 3 || 5 Khinerai Heartrenders
|-
| 4 || 5 Khinerai Lifetakers
|-
| 5 || 5 Blood Sisters
|-
| 6 || 5 Blood Stalkers
|}
'''''Hero Followers'''''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Followers
|-
| 1-2 || 1 Hag Queen
|-
| 3-4 || 1 Slaughter Queen
|-
| 5-6 || 1 Bloodwrack Medusa
|}
'''''Elite Followers'''''<br>
Requires 2 rolls, or 1 roll and 1 Glory Point.<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Followers
|-
| 1-2 || 5 Doomfire Warlocks
|-
| 3 || 1 Avatar of Khaine
|-
| 4 || 1 Blockwrack Shrine
|-
| 5 || 1 Hag Queen on Cauldron of Blood
|-
| 6 || 1 Slaughter Queen on Cauldron of Blood
|}
'''Follower Rewards'''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Reward || Rules
|-
| 1 || '''Evasive''' || Re-roll hit rolls of 6 against this unit.
|-
| 2 || '''Zealots''' || This unit never has to take battleshock tests.
|-
| 3 || '''Fleet of Foot''' || Whenever this unit runs, it can move up to an extra 6" (you do not have to roll).
|-
| 4 || '''Inured to Pain''' || Re-roll save rolls of 1 for this unit.
|-
| 5 || '''Khaine's Devotees''' || When determining what abilities this unit receives from the Blood Rites battle trait, it counts the battle round number as being 1 higher than it actually is. This is cumulative with other, similar effects.
|-
| 6 || '''Blood Fury''' || You can re-roll charge rolls for this unit.
|}
'''Champion Rewards'''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! 2D6 || Reward || Rules
|-
| 2 || '''Morathi's Jealousy''' || Your champion's rising glory has stoked Morathi's jealousy. Should they ever fail in their appointed task, eternal servitude will be their fate. If the champion is ever slain, you lose D3 Glory Points (to a minimum of 0), and must remove all rewards your champion has gained from this table so far from your warband roster. If your warband has another '''HERO''', that model now becomes your champion (if you do not have any '''HEROES''', immediately generate one from the hero follower table to become your new champion). Write down your new champion's name on your warband roster ready for the next battle.
|-
| 3 || '''Loss of Faith''' || Your champion is sometimes cursed with despair and a loss of faith, which occasionally manifests as a seething rage. Roll a dice for the champion in each of your hero phases. On a 1, until your next hero phase, re-roll hit and wound rolls of 6 for your champion. On a 4+, until your next hero phase, re-roll hit and wound rolls of 1 for your champion.
|-
| 4 || '''War Cry''' || Once per battle, in your hero phase, your champion can loose a war cry. If they do so, add 1 to hit rolls for your champion and all units from their warband for the rest of the turn.
|-
| 5 || '''Decapitating Strike''' || When your champion is chosen to fight in the combat phase, instead of making any attacks, they can attempt a decapitating strike after piling in. If they do so, select a single model within 1" and roll a dice. If the roll exceeds that model's Wounds characteristic, it is slain.
|-
| 6 || '''Poinsoned Weapon''' || Pick one weapon used by the champion (it cannot be a weapon used by their mount if they have one). Add 1 to hit rolls for attacks made with this weapon.
|-
| 7 || '''Forever Youthful''' || Add 1 to your champion's Wounds characteristic.
|-
| 8 || '''Bloodthirsty Demagogue''' || Add 1 to the Bravery characteristic of your champion and units from your warband that are within 8" of them.
|-
| 9 || '''Blessed by Morathi''' || If your champion is a '''WIZARD''', add 1 to casting rolls made for them. If your champion is a '''PRIEST''', add 1 to the dice roll when they pray to see whether the prayer is successful or not.
|-
| 10 || '''Eager to Sacrifice''' || Add 1 to run or charge rolls for your champion. Add 3 instead if there are any enemy '''HEROES''' within 12" of your champion.
|-
| 11 || '''Perfervid Belief''' || Re-roll failed Fanatical Faith rolls for your champion.
|-
| 12 || '''High Priestess''' || Whilst your champion is on the battlefield, count the battle round number as being 1 higher than it actually is when determining what abilities the units in your warband receive from the Blood Rites battle trait. This is cumulative with other, similar effects.
|}
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===Fyreslayers===
Found in the Battletome (April 2019).<br>
'''Champions'''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! Champion || Follower Rolls
|-
| Auric Runefather on Magmadroth || 2 rolls
|-
| Auric Runeson on Magmadroth || 2 rolls
|-
| Auric Runefather || 4 rolls
|-
| Auric Runeson || 4 rolls
|}
'''Followers'''<br>
'''''Retinue Followers'''''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Followers
|-
| 1-2 || 10 Vulkite Berzerkers
|-
| 3-4 || 5 Auric Hearthguard
|-
| 5-6 || 5 Hearthguard Berzerkers
|}
'''''Hero Followers'''''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Followers
|-
| 1 || 1 Grimwrath Berzerker
|-
| 2 || 1 Doomseeker
|-
| 3 || 1 Auric Runesmiter
|-
| 4 || 1 Auric Runemaster
|-
| 5 || 1 Battlesmith
|-
| 6 || 1 Runeson
|}
'''''Elite Followers'''''<br>
Requires 2 rolls, or 1 roll and 1 Glory Point.<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Followers
|-
| 1-4 || 1 Auric Runesmiter on Magmadroth
|-
| 5-6 || 1 Auric Runeson on Magmadroth
|}
'''Follower Rewards'''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Reward || Flavour Text || Rules
|-
| 1 || '''Oathbound Warriors''' || ''This kinband have vowed to lay low all enemies of the lodge.'' || In the combat phase, after this unit has fought in that phase for the first time, when it is your turn to pick a unit to fight with later in the same phase, if it is within 3" of any enemy units and wholly within 12" of your champion, it can be picked to fight for a second time.
|-
| 2 || '''Blades of Fury''' || ''The runes etched into these blades flare with power as they strike the foe.'' || Once per battle, at the start of the combat phase, you can add 1 to the Attacks characteristic of all melee weapons this unit is armed with until the end of that phase.
|-
| 3 || '''Vendetta''' || ''A duardin grudge is never forgotten, especially until it has been properly settled.'' || At the start of the first battle round, pick an enemy unit. Add 1 to hit rolls for attacks made by this unit that target that enemy unit.
|-
| 4 || '''All-out Defence''' || ''Each warrior stands defiant, ready to strike down any who approach.'' || In your hero phase, you can declare that this unit is adopting a defensive formation. If you do so, this unit cannot run or make charge moves until your next hero phase. However, you can re-roll save rolls for attacks that target this unit until the start of your next hero phase.
|-
| 5 || '''Grim Tenacity''' || ''Nothing can shake the stern resolve of these dour warriors.'' || Do not take battleshock tests for this unit.
|-
| 6 || '''Hardened Veterans''' || ''These battle-scarred warriors of the lodge have defeated countless enemies in battle.'' || Once per turn, you can re-roll 1 hit roll or 1 wound roll for an attack made by this unit, or 1 save roll for an attack that targets this unit.
|}
'''Champion Rewards'''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! 2D6 || Reward || Flavour Text || Rules
|-
| 2 || '''Hot-blooded''' || ''Fury rages through this champion's blood like molten lava.'' || If this champion is on the battlefield, add 1 to charge rolls for friendly '''FYRESLAYERS''' units.
|-
| 3 || '''Enmity''' || ''Your champion never forgets a grudge and will ruthlessly destroy those who have dared to insult their lodge.'' || Note down the name of the warband you fought the last battle against. Add 1 to hit and wound rolls made by your champion for attacks that target models from that warband for the rest of the campaign.
|-
| 4 || '''Heroic Battle Cry''' || ''A rousing cry from your champion ignites the battle-spirit of their allies, inspiring them to fight with renewed ferocity.'' || Once per battle, in your hero phase, your champion can make a heroic battle cry. If they do so, add 1 to hit rolls for attacks made by your champion and friendly units from your warband until the start of your next hero phase.
|-
| 5 || '''The Bigger They Are''' || ''The warriors of the lodge call this champion 'Monster-slayer', and sing songs of the many hulking beasts that have fallen before the might of their axe.'' || Add 1 to all hit and wound rolls for attacks made by your champion that target an enemy unit with a Wounds characteristic of 7 or more.
|-
| 6 || '''Master-forged Blade''' || ''It is said the Runemaster spent seven days and nights deep in the lodge's forge-temple before presenting your champion with this gleaming weapon.'' || Pick one of your champion's weapons. Improve the Rend characteristic of that weapon by 1.
|-
| 7 || '''Extraordinary Endurance''' || ''In the heat of battle this champion shrugs off even the most grievous of wounds.'' || Add 1 to your champion's Wounds characteristic.
|-
| 8 || '''Intractable''' || ''This warrior is renowned for their grit and resolve, inspiring their allies to stand firm.'' || Add 1 to the Bravery characteristic of your champion. In addition, add 1 to the Bravery characteristic of any friendly units while they are wholly within 12" of your champion.
|-
| 9 || '''Stubbord Defiance''' || ''The ur-gold runes embedded into this champion's flesh blunt the blades of nearby enemies.'' || In your hero phase, pick 1 unit from your warband that is wholly within 12" of your champion. That unit cannot make normal moves, charge moves or pile in until your next hero phase. However, you can add 1 to save rolls for attacks that target that unit until the start of your next hero phase.
|-
| 10 || '''Furious Charge''' || ''This champion is known to leap with reckless abandon straight into enemy lines, swinging their weapon with deadly power.'' || Add 1 to wound rolls for attacks made by your champion if they made a charge move in the same turn.
|-
| 11 || '''Second Wind''' || ''Even wounded and faced with the direst odds, this champion finds an inner strength deep within.'' || Once per battle, in your hero phase, you can heal D6 wounds that have been allocated to your champion.
|-
| 12 || '''Killing Blow''' || ''With the enemy in their sights, your champion puts all their might into a single devastating swing with their weapon, straight for the enemy's head.'' || Once per battle, at the start of the combat phase, you can say your champion is attempting a killing blow instead of attacking normally. If you do so, pick an enemy model within 1" of your champion and roll a dice. On a 4 or 5, the target model suffers D3 mortal wounds. On a 6, the target model is slain.
|}
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===Idoneth Deepkin===
Found in the Battletome (April 2018).<br>
'''Champions'''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! Champion || Follower Rolls
|-
| Akhelian King || 3 rolls
|-
| Isharann Tidecaster || 4 rolls
|-
| Isharann Soulscryer || 4 rolls
|}
'''Followers'''<br>
'''''Retinue Followers'''''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Followers
|-
| 1-4 || 10 Namarti Thralls
|-
| 5-6 || 10 Namarti Reavers
|}
'''''Hero Followers'''''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Followers
|-
| 1-6 || 1 Soulrender
|}
'''''Elite Followers'''''<br>
Requires 2 rolls, or 1 roll and 1 Glory Point.<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Followers
|-
| 1-2 || 3 Akhelian Morrsarr Guard
|-
| 3-4 || 3 Akhelian Ishlaen Guard
|-
| 5-6 || 1 Akhelian Allopex
|}
'''''Monster Followers'''''<br>
Requires 3 rolls, or 1 roll and 2 Glory Point.<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Followers
|-
| 1-6 || 1 Akhelian Leviadon
|}
'''Follower Rewards'''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Reward || Rules
|-
| 1 || '''Bodyguard''' || Add 1 to the Attacks characteristic of melee weapons from this unit while the unit is wholly within 9" of your champion.
|-
| 2 || '''Deadly''' || Re-roll hit rolls of 1 for this unit in the combat phase.
|-
| 3 || '''Cruel''' || Re-roll wound rolls of 1 for this unit in the combat phase.
|-
| 4 || '''Swift''' || Add 2" to this unit's Move characteristic.
|-
| 5 || '''Resilient''' || Re-roll save rolls of 1 for this unit.
|-
| 6 || '''Veterans''' || You can re-roll one failed hit, wound or save roll for this unit each turn.
|}
'''Champion Rewards'''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! 2D6 || Reward || Rules
|-
| 2 || '''Legacy of Slaanesh''' || You lose 1 Glory Point. In addition, your champion cannot gain any further rewards for the rest of the campaign.
|-
| 3 || '''Hungry for Souls''' || Roll a dice for your champion in each of their hero phases. On a roll of 5 or 6, they are overcome by an uncontrollable desire to reap as many souls as possible – your champion can run and charge in this turn, and you can re-roll hit and wound rolls of 1 for them until your next hero phase. However, your champion must finish any moves that they make closer to the nearest enemy model than they were at the start of the move.
|-
| 4 || '''Sea Guardians''' || Once per battle, in the combat phase, your champion can call down a shoal of ethereal spirit guardians to harry the foe. If they do so, for that combat phase, subtract 1 from the hit rolls of enemy models within 6" of your champion.
|-
| 5 || '''Master-crafted Weapon''' || Pick one weapon used by your champion (it cannot be a weapon used by a mount). Add 1 to hit rolls for that weapon.
|-
| 6 || '''Vengeful Blow''' || You can add 1 to the Damage characteristic of one successful attack made by your champion in each combat phase. Add D3 to the Damage characteristic instead if the target has the '''SLAANESH''' keyword.
|-
| 7 || '''Unnatural Swiftness''' || Add 2 to run and charge rolls you make for your champion.
|-
| 8 || '''Regal Bearing''' || Add 1 to the Bravery characteristic of your champion. In addition, add 1 to the Bravery characteristic of units from your warband that are wholly within 12" of your champion.
|-
| 9 || '''Extraordinary Endurance''' || Add 1 to your champion's Wounds characteristic.
|-
| 10 || '''Tidal Magic''' || If your champion is a Tidecaster, add 1 to casting and unbinding rolls for your champion. If your champion is not a Tidecaster, pick a spell from the Lore of the Deeps; once per battle, in your hero phase, your champion can attempt to cast that spell.
|-
| 11 || '''Nobel Blood''' || Roll a dice each time a wound or mortal wound is allocated to your champion. On a 6+, that wound is negated.
|-
| 12 || '''Lord of the Perpetual Deep''' || Roll a dice in your hero phase if your champion has been slain. On a 4+, your champion is reborn. Set up your champion anywhere on the battlefield that is within 1" of a Gloomtide Shipwreck and more than 6" from any enemy models. This counts as your champion's move for the following movement phase.
|}
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===Kharadron Overlords===
Found in the Battletome (January 2020).<br>
'''Champions'''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! Champion || Follower Rolls
|-
| Arkanaut Admiral || 4 rolls
|-
| Endrinmaster with Dirigible Suit || 2 rolls
|}
'''Followers'''<br>
'''''Skyfarer Followers'''''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Followers
|-
| 1-2 || 10 Arkanaut Company
|-
| 3-4 || 5 Grundstok Thunderers
|-
| 5-6 || 3 Skywardens or 3 Endrinriggers
|}
'''''Hero Followers'''''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Followers
|-
| 1-2 || 1 Endrinmaster with Endrinharness
|-
| 3-4 || 1 Aetheric Navigator
|-
| 5-6 || 1 Aether-Khemist
|}
'''''Skyvessel Followers'''''<br>
Requires the number of rolls and glory points shown below.<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Followers || Required rolls
|-
| 1-3 || 1 Grundstok Gunhauler || 2 rolls, or 1 roll and 1 glory point
|-
| 4-5 || 1 Arkanaut Frigate || 3 rolls, or 1 roll and 2 glory points
|-
| 6 || 1 Arkanaut Ironclad || 5 rolls, or 1 roll and 4 glory points
|}
'''Follower Rewards'''<br>
'''''Skyfarer Rewards'''''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Reward || Flavour Text || Rules
|-
| 1 || '''Deeds, Not Words''' || ''These warriors see great honour in taking the fight straight to the foe.'' || Add 1 to wound rolls for attacks made with melee weapons by this unit if it made a charge move in the same turn.
|-
| 2 || '''Incredibly Stubborn''' || ''These duardin are extremely tenacious, and will often deny death long enough to get in one last telling blow.'' || If a model from this unit is slain while it is within 3" of enemy unit, roll a dice. On a 6, that model can fight before it is removed from play.
|-
| 3 || '''Fearsome Raiders''' || ''These skyfarers attack rapidly from unexpected quarters, striking fear into the hearts of their foes.'' || Subtract 1 from the Bravery characteristic of enemy units while they are within 6" of any friendly units with this ability.
|-
| 4 || '''Bold Privateers''' || ''These duardin are trained to swiftly disembark from their skyvessel and then charge headlong into the foe.'' || This unit can leave a friendly '''ARKANAUT FRIGATE''' either before or after it has moved. Roll 3D6 instead of 2D6 when making charge rolls for this unit if it left a friendly '''ARKANAUT FRIGATE''' in the movement phase of the same turn.
|-
| 5 || '''Focused Fire''' || ''These skyfarers are adept at concentrating their fire upon a single target, destroying it with one devastating volley.'' || At the start of your shooting phase, you can pick 1 enemy unit for this unit to focus fire on. If you do so, models from this unit can only target that unit in that phase, but you can re-roll hit rolls of 1 for attacks made by this unit in that phase.
|-
| 6 || '''Carefully Trained''' || || You can pick the result you wish to apply to the unit.
|}
'''''Skyvessel Rewards'''''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Reward || Flavour Text || Rules
|-
| 1 || '''Master Helmsmen''' || ''The skyfarer that controls this vessel's wheel is exceptionally skilled.'' || You can re-roll run and charge rolls for this model.
|-
| 2 || '''Master Gunner''' || ''The skyfarer that commands this vessel's guns is a hard taskmaster.'' || You can re-roll 1 hit roll for this model each phase.
|-
| 3 || '''Windrider''' || ''This vessel catches the aetheric winds like no other.'' || Add 1" to this model's Move characteristic.
|-
| 4 || '''Focused Fire''' || ''The crew of this skyvessel are trained to concentrate their fire upon a single target, destroying it with one devastating volley.'' || At the start of your shooting phase, you can pick 1 enemy unit for this model to focus fire on. If you do so, this model can only target that unit in that phase, but you can re-roll hit rolls of 1 for attacks made by this model in that phase.
|-
| 5-6 || '''Great Endrinworks''' || ''This skyvessel has been upgraded with an endrinwork produced by a master shipwright.'' || Randomly generate 1 great endrinwork for this model from one of the great endrinworks tables.
|}
'''Champion Rewards'''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Reward || Flavour Text || Rules
|-
| 1 || '''Opportunistic Privateer''' || ''This feared buccaneer strikes swiftly and without warning, crushing their enemies before they have a chance to react.'' || If this model is on the battlefield after armies are set up but before the first battle round begins, you can pick this model and up to 2 other friendly units. Remove this model and those units from the battlefield and then set them up again anywhere on the battlefield more than 9" from any enemy units and so that all of the units are wholly within 12" of this model. Units set up in this way cannot make a normal move in the first battle round.
|-
| 2 || '''Champion of Progress''' || ''This champion is at the very forefront of the Kharadron Overlords' advance, and their confidence is palpable.'' || Do not take battleshock for friendly units while they are wholly within 12" of this model.
|-
| 3 || '''Valorous''' || ''This champion has become renowned for their exceptional valour.'' || The first time this model is slain, before removing them, roll a dice. On a 2+ they are not slain, you can heal up to D3 wounds allocated to them, and any wounds remaining to be allocated to them are negated.
|-
| 4-5 || '''Command Trait''' || ''This champion has become a master of their craft.'' || Randomly generate 1 command trait for this champion from one of the command trait tables.
|-
| 6 || '''Artefact of Power''' || ''An ancient artefact of power has come into this champion's possession.'' || Randomly generate 1 artefact of power for this champion from one of the artefact of power tables.
|}
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===Seraphon===
Found in the Battletome (March 2020).<br>
'''Champions'''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! Champion || Follower Rolls
|-
| Slann Starmaster || 2 rolls
|-
| Saurus Oldblood on Carnosaur || 2 rolls
|-
| Skink Oracle on Troglodon || 2 rolls
|-
| Stegadon with Skink Chief || 2 rolls
|-
| Saurus Scar-Veteran on Carnosaur || 3 rolls
|-
| Skink Starseer || 3 rolls
|-
| Saurus Oldblood || 4 rolls
|-
| Saurus Sunblood || 4 rolls
|-
| Saurus Scar-Veteran on Cold One || 4 rolls
|-
| Skink Starpriest || 4 rolls
|-
| Skink Priest || 4 rolls
|-
| Terradon Chief || 4 rolls
|-
| Ripperdactyl Chief || 4 rolls
|}
'''Followers'''<br>
'''''Retinue Followers'''''<br>
Split by allegiance.<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Saurus || Skinks
|-
| 1-2 || 10 Saurus Warriors || 20 Skinks
|-
| 3 || 5 Saurus Guard || 20 Skinks
|-
| 4 || 5 Saurus Guard || 10 Chameleon Skinks
|-
| 5 || 5 Saurus Knights || 3 Terradon Riders
|-
| 6 || 5 Saurus Knights || 3 Ripperdactyl Riders
|}
'''''Hunting Pack Followers'''''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Followers
|-
| 1-3 || Salamander Hunting Pack
|-
| 4-6 || Razordon Hunting Pack
|}
'''''Hero Followers'''''<br>
Split by allegiance.<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Saurus || Skinks
|-
| 1 || 1 Saurus Astrolith Bearer || 1 Skink Priest
|-
| 2 || 1 Saurus Eternity Warden || 1 Skink Priest
|-
| 3 || 1 Saurus Sunblood || 1 Skink Priest
|-
| 4 || 1 Saurus Scar-Veteran on Cold One || 1 Terradon Chief or 1 Ripperdactyl Chief
|-
| 5-6 || 1 Saurus Oldblood || 1 Skink Starpriest
|}
'''''Monsters Followers'''''<br>
Requires 2 rolls, or 1 roll and 1 Glory Point.<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Followers
|-
| 1-3 || 3 Kroxigor
|-
| 4-5 || 1 Stegadon
|-
| 6 || 1 Bastiladon
|}
'''''Mighty Heroes Followers'''''<br>
Requires 2 rolls, or 1 roll and 1 Glory Point.<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Followers
|-
| 1-3 || 1 Engine of the Gods
|-
| 4-6 || 1 Saurus Scar-Veteran on Carnosaur
|}
'''Follower Rewards'''<br>
Do not roll for Seraphon Follower Rewards. Instead, the reward is determined by the type of follower.<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! Follower || Reward || Flavour Text || Rules
|-
| Saurus Retinues || '''Ferocity Unbound''' || ''The predatory instincts of these saurus have been driven to new heights. || Improve the Rend characteristic of Jaws weapons used by this unit by 1.
|-
| Skin Retinues || '''The Trap is Sprung''' || ''At an unspoken command from their leader, these skinks attack from carefully prepared ambush sites, swiftly overwhelming their chosen prey.'' || In your hero phase, pick 1 enemy unit that is visible to a friendly '''SKINK HERO'''. Until your next hero phase, add 1 to hit rolls for attacks made by this unit that target that unit.
|-
| Monsters and Hunting Packs || '''Beastmasters''' || ''The skink handlers of these beasts know precisely how to get the best from them in battle.'' || In your hero phase, declare if this unit will be swift or savage. If you choose swift, until your next hero phase, it can run and still shoot and/or charge in the same turn. If you choose savage, until your next hero phase, add 1 to the Attacks characteristic of its melee weapons.
|}
'''Champion Rewards'''<br>
Seraphon split these by allegiance, so there are multiple tables. Also, you only roll D6 instead of 2D6.<br>
'''''Slann Champion Rewards'''''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Reward || Flavour Text || Rules
|-
| 1 || '''Arcane Might''' || ''This slann commands the flow of magic on the battlefield.'' || You can re-roll 1 casting, dispelling or unbinding roll for this champion each hero phase.
|-
| 2-3 || '''Vast Intellect''' || ''No secret is unknown to the mind of this unfathomable being.'' || This champion knows 1 spell from the Lore of Celestial Domination.
|-
| 4 || '''Great Rememberer''' || ''The manoeuvres ordered by this slann recall the constellations above.'' || If this champion is part of your warband and on the battlefield at the start of your hero phase, roll a dice. On a 4+, you receive 1 extra command point.
|-
| 5-6 || '''Artefact of Power''' || ''An ancient artefact of power has come into this champion's possession.'' || Randomly generate one artefact of power for this champion from the Treasures of the Old Ones table.
|}
'''''Saurus Champion Rewards'''''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Reward || Rules
|-
| 1 || '''Disciplined Fury''' || ''When this saurus strikes, they do so with cold-blooded precision.'' || You can re-roll hit rolls of 1 for attacks made with melee weapons by this champion.
|-
| 2 || '''Thickly Scaled Hide''' || ''The hard scales covering this battle-scarred champion can deflect even the sharpest blade.'' || You can re-roll save rolls of 1 for attacks that target this champion.
|-
| 3 || '''Mighty Warleader''' || ''This saurus guides its warriors in battle with bellowing roars.'' || If this champion is part of your army and on the battlefield at the start of your hero phase, roll a dice. On a 4+, you receive 1 extra command point.
|-
| 4-6 || '''Artefect of Power''' || ''An ancient artefact of power has come into this champion's possession.'' || Randomly generate one artefact of power for this champion from the Celestial Relics of the Warrior table.
|}
'''''Skink Champion Rewards'''''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Reward || Rules
|-
| 1-2 || '''Master of Star Rituals''' || ''Azyr's light shines brightly on this champion.'' || Add 1 to casting rolls for this champion if they are a '''WIZARD'''. If they are not a '''WIZARD''', once per battle round, they can use the Herald of the Old Ones command ability from the Skink Priest warscroll without a command point being spent.
|-
| 3 || '''Nimble''' || ''This skink is preternaturally agile.'' || Add 1" to this champion's Move characteristic, and add 1 to save rolls for attacks that target them.
|-
| 4 || '''Cunning''' || ''With reptilian calculation this skink looks for opportunities to strike.'' || At the start of the combat phase, you can pick 1 enemy '''HERO''' within 3" of this champion and roll a dice. On a 4+, that enemy '''HERO''' suffers 1 mortal wound.
|-
| 5-6 || '''Artefact of Power''' || ''An ancient artefact of power has come into this champion's possession.'' || Randomly generate one artefact of power for this champion from the Vestments of the Priesthood table.
|}
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===Stormcast Eternals===
Found in the Battletome (July 2018).<br>
'''Champions'''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! Champion || Follower Rolls
|-
| Drakesword Templar || 0 rolls
|-
| Lord-Celestant on Stardrake || 0 rolls
|-
| Lord-Arcanum on Tauralon || 2 rolls
|-
| Lord-Arcanum on Celestial Dracoline || 3 rolls
|-
| Lord-Arcanum on Gryph-charger || 3 rolls
|-
| Lord-Aquilor || 3 rolls
|-
| Lord-Celestant on Dracoth || 3 rolls
|-
| Lord-Arcanum || 3 rolls
|-
| Lord-Exorcist || 4 rolls
|-
| Lord-Castellant ||| 4 rolls
|-
| Lord-Celestant || 4 rolls
|-
| Lord-Ordinator || 4 rolls
|-
| Lord-Relictor || 4 rolls
|-
| Lord-Veritant || 4 rolls
|}
'''Followers'''<br>
'''''Retinue Followers'''''<br>
Split by allegiance.<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Warrior Chamber || Vanguard Auxiliary Chamber || Sacrosanct Chamber
|-
| 1 || 3 Gryph-hounds || 6 Aetherwings || 3 Sequitors
|-
| 2 || 5 Liberators || 6 Aetherwings || 3 Sequitors
|-
| 3-4 || 5 Liberators || 5 Vanguard-Hunters || 3 Castigators
|-
| 5 || 3 Prosecutors || 5 Vanguard-Hunters || 1 Celestar Ballista
|-
| 6 || 3 Prosecutors || 5 Vanguard-Hunters || 3 Evocators
|}
'''''Hero Followers'''''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Followers
|-
| 1 || 1 Knight-Heraldor or 1 Knight-Vexillor
|-
| 2 || 1 Knight-Azyros
|-
| 3 || 1 Knight-Questor
|-
| 4 || 1 Knight-Zephyros
|-
| 5 || 1 Knight-Venator
|-
| 6 || 1 Knight-Incantor
|}
'''''Elite Retinue Followers'''''<br>
Split by allegiance and requires 2 rolls, or 1 roll and 1 Glory Point.<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Warrior Chamber || Vanguard Auxiliary Chamber || Extremis Chamber
|-
| 1 || 10 Liberators || 3 Vanguard-Raptors || 2 Tempestors or Fulminators
|-
| 2 || 5 Judicators || 3 Vanguard-Raptors || 2 Tempestors or Fulminators
|-
| 3 || 5 Protectors || 3 Vanguard-Raptors || 2 Tempestors or Fulminators
|-
| 4 || 5 Protectors || 3 Vanguard-Palladors || 2 Desolators or Concussors
|-
| 5 || 5 Decimators || 3 Vanguard-Palladors || 2 Desolators or Concussors
|-
| 6 || 5 Retributors || 3 Vanguard-Palladors || 2 Desolators or Concussors
|}
'''''Elite Sacrosanct Retinue Followers'''''<br>
Requires 3 rolls, or 1 roll and 2 Glory Point.<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Followers
|-
| 1-6 || 3 Evocators on Dracolines
|}
'''Follower Rewards'''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Reward || Flavour Text || Rules
|-
| 1 || '''Lifted by Lightning''' || ''This unit of warriors calls to Sigmar for aid, asking the God-King to use his arcane lightning to propel them across the battlefield.'' || Once per battle, if this unit is more than 3" from any enemy units in your movement phase, instead of making a normal move with it, you can remove it from the battlefield and then set it up anywhere more than 9" from any enemy models.
|-
| 2 || '''Sigmarite Resolve''' || ''Their souls girded against even the most dreadful opponent, these warriors will never run from their duty.'' || This unit never has to take battleshock tests.
|-
| 3 || '''Furious Avengers''' || ''Driven forth by their hatred of the foe, these warriors charge out from the Stormcast battle-line to deliver the God-King's justice.'' || Once per battle, in your charge phase, this unit can make a charge move of up to 12" (you do not have to make a charge roll).
|-
| 4 || '''Defensive Formation''' || ''There is great strategic merit in digging in, bolstering your defences and waiting for the right moment to strike.'' || In your hero phase, you can declare that this unit is adopting a defensive formation. If you do so, then until the start of your next hero phase, this unit cannot run or charge, but you can re-roll failed save rolls for attacks that target this unit.
|-
| 5 || '''Smite''' || ''These warriors are the deliverers of Sigmar's wrath; from their weapons arc forks of deadly lightning that smite any foes who dare to draw near.'' || Once per battle, in your hero phase, you can pick an enemy unit and roll a dice for each model from this unit that is within 3" of that unit; for each roll of 4+ the enemy unit suffers 1 mortal wound.
|-
| 6 || '''Hardened Veterans''' || ''These determined Stormcasts are fortified by the experience of having fought on dozens of battlefields.'' || Once per turn, you can re-roll 1 failed hit roll or 1 failed wound roll for an attack made by this unit, or one failed save roll for an attack that targets this unit.
|}
'''Champion Rewards'''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! 2D6 || Reward || Flavour Text || Rules
|-
| 2 || '''Dark Destiny''' || ''Struck down by some eldritch spell or fell weapon, your champion's soul will not return to Azyr.'' || If your champion is slain, you lose D3 Glory Points (to a minimum of 0), and must remove all rewards your champion has gained from this table so far from your warband roster. Generate a new champion from the Champion table.
|-
| 3 || '''Flashbacks''' || ''The memory of your champion's mortal life returns to them in flashbacks. Sometimes the grief of those distant days is too much to overcome; other times it inspires them to greater acts of vengeance.'' || Roll a dice in your hero phase. On a 1, re-roll unmodified hit and wound rolls of 6 for attacks made by your champion until the start of your next hero phase. On a 4+ you can re-roll hit and wound rolls of 1 for attacks made by your champion until the start of your next hero phase.
|-
| 4 || '''Heroic Battle Cry''' || ''Your champion's voice carries the message of Sigmar to all who follow them, leaving no doubt in their minds of their sacred duty.'' || Once per battle, in your hero phase, you can declare that your champion will make a heroic battle cry. If you do so, re-roll hit rolls of 1 for attacks made by units in your warband until the end of the turn.
|-
| 5 || '''Mighty Blow''' || ''A single strike from your champion's weapon is often all that is needed to slay their opponent outright.'' || If the unmodified wound roll for an attack made by your champion with a melee weapon is 6, add 1 to the Damage characteristic of that attack.
|-
| 6 || '''Master-crafted Weapon''' || ''This weapon has been gifted to your champion by the Six Smiths, and it is endowed with great power.'' || Pick one of your champion's weapons. Add 1 to hit rolls for attacks made with that weapon.
|-
| 7 || '''Extraordinary Endurance''' || ''Your champion is able to withstand injuries that would fell a lesser warrior.'' || Add 1 to your champion's Wounds characteristic.
|-
| 8 || '''Salwart''' || ''Your champion will not sway from their duty, and their stalwart example strengthens the resolve of those who fight in Sigmar's name.'' || Add 1 to your champion's Bravery characteristic. In addition, add 1 to the Bravery characteristic of friendly units while they are within 6" of your champion.
|-
| 9 || '''Blessed Sigmarite Armour''' || ''The enemy's blows bounce off the plates of this formidable panoply, unable to even make a dent.'' || You can re-roll failed save rolls for attacks that target your champion.
|-
| 10 || '''Battle-hungry''' || ''Your champion leads their warriors from the front, charging across the battlefield with weapons ready to taste the blood of their foe.'' || Add 2 to run rolls and charge rolls for your champion.
|-
| 11 || '''Noble Blood''' || ''Your champion's esteemed heritage grants them resilience in battle, allowing them to shrug off serious injuries with ease.'' || Roll a dice each time you allocate a wound or mortal wound to your champion. On a 6+ that wound or mortal wound is negated.
|-
| 12 ||| '''Lord of Lightning''' || ''Death is no permanent obstacle to your champion; renewed by the power of Sigmar's lightning, they return to the battlefield once more.'' || Once per battle, at the start of your hero phase, you can roll a dice if your champion has been slain. On a 5+, set up your champion more than 9" from the enemy and roll a D3; the result is the number of wounds they have remaining. This counts as their move for the following movement phase.
|}
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===Sylvaneth===
Found in the Battletome (July 2019).<br>
'''Champions'''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! Champion || Follower Rolls
|-
| Spirit of Durthu || 2 rolls
|-
| Treelord Ancient || 2 rolls
|-
| Arch-Revenant || 3 rolls
|-
| Branchwych || 4 rolls
|-
| Branchwraith || 4 rolls
|}
'''Followers'''<br>
'''''Retinue Followers'''''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Followers
|-
| 1-2 || 10 Dryads
|-
| 3-4 || 5 Tree-Revenants
|-
| 5-6 || 5 Spite-Revenants
|}
'''''Elite Retinue Followers'''''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Followers
|-
| 1-2 || 3 Kurnoth Hunters with Kurnoth Greatswords or 3 Kurnoth Hunters with Kurnoth Scythes
|-
| 3-4 || 3 Kurnoth Hunters with Kurnoth Greatbows
|-
| 5-6 || 1 Treelord
|}
'''Follower Rewards'''<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! D6 || Reward || Flavour Text || Rules
|-
| 1 || '''Guided by Kurnoth''' || ''These Sylvaneth strike with the precision and surety of the God of the Hunt, honouring him with blade, talon and bow.'' || Re-roll hit rolls of 1 for attacks made by this unit.
|-
| 2 || '''Woodland Avengers''' || ''Trespassers in the woodland realms will not escape the retribution of these Sylvaneth.'' || Re-roll wound rolls of 1 for attacks made by this unit.
|-
| 3 || '''Enduring Barkflesh''' || ''Standing firm through war as ancient trees endure the seasons, these fighters stubbornly resist any assault.'' || Re-roll save rolls of 1 for attacks that target this unit.
|-
| 4 || '''Zephyr-borne''' || ''These fighters surge into combat like a fell wind, bringing swift vengeance to those that oppose the Everqueen.'' || You can re-roll charge rolls for this unit.
|-
| 5 || '''Biting Blades''' || ''Glowing with righteous wrath, the weapons of these Sylvaneth can sunder and armour.'' || Improve the Rend characteristic of this unit's melee weapons by 1.
|-
| 6 || '''Oaken Strength''' || ''Every strike from these strong-limbed fighters is a grievous threat to the enemy.'' || Add 1 to the Damage chracteristic of this unit's melee weapons.
|}
'''Champion Rewards'''<br>
This table is full of what I can only assume are spelling mistakes and errors. I tried to fix what was obviously wrong, but you might find some that I wasn't sure about. None of the changes affect the rules.<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! 2D6 || Reward || Flavour Text || Rules
|-
| 2 || '''The Everqueen Weeps''' || ''Sad Laments echo through the Wyldwoods, singing of the glories this champion might have achieved had their life force endured.'' || If your champion is slain, you lose D3 Glory Points (to a minimum of 0), and must remove all rewards your champion has gained from this table so far from your warband roster. Generate a new champion from the Champion table.
|-
| 3 || '''Keen Aggressor''' || ''This quick-footed champion leaps into the fray when their kinfolk are threatened.'' || Add 2 to the run rolls and charge rolls for your champion.
|-
| 4 || '''Elusive Target''' || ''Few telling blows find their mark against this lithe and cunning fighter.'' || You can re-roll save rolls for attacks that target your champion.
|-
| 5 || '''Repairing Sap''' || ''An oozing amber sap quicky seals this champion's worst injuries.'' || Roll a dice each time you allocate a mortal wound to your champion. On a 5+ that mortal wound is negated.
|-
| 6 || '''Foecleaver''' || ''This graceful, archaic blade is rarely intercepted.'' || Pick 1 of your champion's melee weapons. Add 1 to hit rolls for attacks made with that weapon.
|-
| 7 || '''Wrongs to Avenge''' || ''Bereft of things held dear, this champion fights in a flurry of anger.'' || Add 1 to the Attacks characteristic of your champion's melee weapons.
|-
| 8 || '''Guardian Spirits''' || ''Protective forest-spirits flit around this champion, warning of dangers and deflecting attacks.'' || Subtract 1 from hit rolls for attacks that target your champion.
|-
| 9 || '''Haleheart''' || ''Tenacious as the raiment of an evergreen, this champion has endured through countelss seasons of war.'' || Add 1 to your champion's Wounds characteristic.
|-
| 10 || '''Righteous Defender''' || ''The greatest protectors of their forest kin will find their deeds repaid by surging life magic.'' || At the end of the combat phase, if any enemy models were slain by wounds inflicted by this champion's attacks in the combat phase, you can heal 1 wound allocated to this champion.
|-
| 11 || '''Barbed Riposte''' || ''With whiplash speed this champion punishes overconfident attacks.'' || If the unmodified save roll for an attack that targets your champion is 6, the attacking unit suffers 1 mortal wound after all of its attacks have been resolved.
|-
| 12 ||| '''Roots of Wrath''' || ''Feet planted firmly on the soil to be cleansed, this champion launches each attack in wrathful tribute to kinfolk lost.'' || If the unmodified hit roll for an attack made with a melee weapon by your champion is 6, that attack inflicts 1 mortal wound on the target in addition to any normal damage.
|}

==Start Collecting! Warbands==
This is an incomplete list of Start Collecting! box sets, since new ones have released since these rules came out. For the ones that are missing, you can probably make your own. Some of these use unique champions that are not found in the warband table.<br>
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
! Start Collecting! Box || Allegiance || Flavour Text || Champion || Follower 1 || Follower 2 || Follower 3 || Follower 4 || Special Rules
|-
| Start Collecting! Beastclaw Raiders || ''Beastclaw Raiders Allegiance'' || Roaring, bone-chilling winds and raging blizzards herald the approach of the Beastclaw Raiders. These brutish ogors sweep across the Mortal Realms at the edge of an endless winter, leaving nothing but an ice-blasted wasteland behind them in their ceaseless search for food. Nothing but bloodstains are left behind by the Beastclaw Raiders, for every scrap of flesh is gathered up for the cooking pots. || Frostlord on Stonehorn || 4 Mournfang Riders || - || - || - || ''You must score 12 Glory Points (or add 5 more followers to your warband) before you can attempt to win a Path to Glory campaign with this Start Collecting! set.''
|-
| Start Collecting! Daemons of Nurgle || ''Nurgle Allegiance'' || Plague-ridden, diseased and festering, daemons of Nurgle spread terrible miasmas and rotting, fuming death across the Mortal Realms in the name of their benevolent god. They consider their choking plagues to be a gift from Grandfather Nurgle, and the gurgling cries of their victims are interpreted as thankful praise. || Herald of Nurgle || 3 Plague Drones || 3 Nurglings || 10 Plague Bearers || - || -
|-
| Start Collecting! Daemons of Slaanesh || ''Slaanesh Allegiance'' || The sickening thrum of sirens is the clarion call of the daemons of Slaanesh. As they glide across the field of combat they exude grace and terror, their very being bringing the innermost secrets and deepest fears of those who face them blistering to the surface. The daemons are at once unbearably beautiful and hypnotically grotesque, and are able to wither the willpower of even the most battle-hardened warrior with a mere glance. || Herald of Slaanesh on Exalted Seeker Chariot || 5 Seekers of Slaanesh || 10 Daemonettes of Slaanesh || - || - || ''You can take one reward for your warband if you begin a Path to Glory campaign with this Start Collecting! set.''
|-
| Start Collecting! Flesh-eater Courts || ''Flesh-eater Courts Allegiance'' || The rabid cannibals of the Flesh-eater Courts are a nightmarish blight upon the Mortal Realms. Sharing in the maniacal delusion of their Ghoul King, these filth-encrusted savages see themselves as regal knights and stately soldiers, not as the horrific servants of Death that they truly are. || Abhorrant Ghoul King on Terrorgheist || 3 Crypt Horrors || 10 Crypt Ghouls || - || - || ''You must score 12 Glory Points (or add 5 more followers to your warband) before you can attempt to win a Path to Glory campaign with this Start Collecting! set.''
|-
| Start Collecting! Fyreslayers || ''Fyreslayer Allegiance'' || When roused to war, the Fyreslayers emerge from their keeps deep beneath the fiery mountains and stride dauntlessly onto the battlefield. Their knotted muscles bulge and glow with the burning light of the runes pressed into their flesh as axes are hefted high. When the patriarchal Auric Runefather calls the charge, Fyreslayers crash into the lines of their enemy like a lava wave. They vanquish their foes with blade and breath of fire, and by the blood of the fallen they honour their mighty god, add to their coffers and uphold the oaths that have been held unforgotten for countless generations.'' || Auric Runefather on Magmadroth || 1 Auric Runesmiter || 1 Auric Runeson || 10 Vulkite Berzerkers || - || -
|-
| Start Collecting! Greenskinz || ''Destruction Allegiance'' || Unruly mobs of hulking orruks stomp across the Mortal Realms always looking for a good scrap. A force of wilful destruction, they gleefully smash apart their foes with crude weapons and massive green fists, all the while bellowing out war cries to their savage god Gorkamorka. || Orruk Warboss on Boar || 1 Orruk Warboss || 1 Orruk Boar Chariot || 5 Orruk Boarboys || 10 Orruks || -
|-
| Start Collecting! Ironjawz || ''Ironjawz Allegiance'' || The sound of crashing, clanking metal and the din of guttural bellows and howls of 'Waaagh!' announce the arrival of the Ironjaw orruks, largest of the greenskin races. Born for battle, they loom over their enemies, all thick armour and violence, before slamming, smashing and hacking them apart in a storm of blades. Only once the enemy has been given a good and proper stomping do the vast hordes of grinning orruks push onwards, ever looking for another scrap. || Orruk Warchanter || 3 Orruk Gore Gruntas || 10 Orruk Ardboys || - || - || -
|-
| Start Collecting! Khorne Bloodbound || ''Blades of Khorne Allegiance'' || Bellowing with rage, the Khorne Bloodbound overrun their foes in a murderous horde. The chosen mortal warriors of Khorne, they are the most psychotic and bloodthirsty of his devotees. There is no mercy in these barbarous warriors, and no desire for peace, only an endless thirst for battle. After all, Khorne cares not from whence the blood flows. || Slaughterpriest || 10 Blood Warriors (or 2 units of 5) || 3 Mighty Skullcrushers || - || - || ''You can take one reward for your warband if you begin a Path to Glory campaign with this Start Collecting! set.''
|-
| Start Collecting! Malignants || ''Death Allegiance'' || Shadows in darkness, the Malignant armies rise up across the realms to visit their revenge upon the living. Tormented spirits howl through the air, while scythe-wielding riders and ghostly war machines lead the charge, the Malignant hosts leaving naught but withered corpses in their wake. || Mortis Engine || 3 Spirit Hosts || 5 Hexwraiths || - || - || -
|-
| Start Collecting! Seraphon || ''Seraphon Allegiance'' || Warriors of the stars, the seraphon bring the wrath of the slann down upon the Mortal Realms. Their fearsome scaled ranks are packed with massive saurus infantry and reptilian monsters, ready to sweep away their foes in a storm of flashing fangs and tearing celestial blades. || Saurus Oldblood on Carnosaur || 8 Saurus Knights || 12 Saurus Warriors || - || - || -
|-
| Start Collecting! Skaven Pestilens || ''Clans Pestilens Allegiance'' || The sound of booming brass gongs and the appearance of huge clouds of thick, acrid smoke announces the entrance of the Clans Pestilens. The most vile and diseased of the Horned Rat's progeny, they seek to rot the Mortal Realms in the name of the Great Corruptor. Everything that stands in their way will fall to rusted, infectious blades and utterly toxic contagion, and the lands left behind them will wither and die in their passing. || Plague Furnace || 1 Plagueclaw || 20 Plague Monks || - || - || -
|-
| Start Collecting! Skeleton Horde || ''Death Allegiance'' || In the war-torn Mortal Realms, the unquiet dead are plentiful indeed. Some have the power to bind the slain to their will, from the most bestial corpse to the most kingly of spectres. Their revenant armies walk abroad in every realm, grave-cold blades hacking into warm flesh whenever their masters seek dominion over the living. || Arkhan the Black || 10 Skeletons || 5 Black Knights || - || - || ''You can take one reward for your warband if you begin a Path to Glory campaign with this Start Collecting! set.''
|-
| Start Collecting! Slaves to Darkness || ''Chaos Allegiance'' || The mortal worshippers of Chaos gather together in warbands mighty enough to conquer entire nations. Though the tyrannical lords that lead the armoured hordes believe themselves to be warrior kings, they are bound to higher powers in their turn. In truth, every murderer, monster and mutant in their armies is but a slave to darkness and a puppet of the Dark Gods. || Chaos Sorcerer Lord || 1 Chaos Chariot || 5 Chaos Knights || 12 Chaos Warriors || - || ''You must score 12 Glory Points (or add 5 more followers to your warband) before you can attempt to win a Path to Glory campaign with this Start Collecting! set.''
|-
| Start Collecting! Stormcast Eternals || ''Stormcast Eternals Allegiance'' || A vision of golden celestial light, a living embodiment of the God-King's might, the Stormcast Eternals are messengers of vengeance armed with the might of stars. Once-mortal champions of Order forged by Sigmar into an astonishing fighting force, hurled down from the heavens to meet the forces of Chaos head-on, they wreak bloody revenge on the Dark Gods, the corruptors of the realms. || Lord-Celestant || 2 Retributors || 5 Liberators || 3 Prosecutors || - || ''You can take one reward for your warband if you begin a Path to Glory campaign with this Start Collecting! set.''
|-
| Start Collecting! Sylvaneth || ''Sylvaneth Allegiance'' || Nature's wrath is given form as the sylvaneth march to war against those who would defile the Mortal Realms. They spring from every side, hissing with spite as they tear at their foes with vicious talons and strange elemental blades. The children of Alarielle wield the very magic of life itself to heal their comrades and slaughter their foes. With the mystical spirit-song pulsing through their heartwood, the sylvaneth pull the enemy ranks apart like roots rending stone, until nothing remains but thorn-strangled corpses. || Branchwych || 1 Treelord || 16 Dryads || - || - || -
|}

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Codex - The Covenant

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'''Halo: The Covenant Codex'''

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I decided to do this instead of a Apriori Guard codex b/c a Guard 'dex is hard enough to make. If you really want to play them, use Tau and take your Heavy support and such from the Guard codex.

Anyway, The Covenant are a really interesting bunch and bring a whole slew of new weapons, units, and tactics to the game so we shall try to make a pastiche that represents them fairly without making them either too weak or too strong.

Discussion is more than welcome for this codex. We are trying to streamline rules as much as possible as previous iterations tended to overload the codex with rules for every Grunt and his uncle.

There also includes a separate page for the fluff section (To keep it more in line of a Codex) which is nothing more than a "what if" scenario of GeeDubs and Microsoft doing a crossover collaboration, so if there's any [[Skub|arguments about inaccuracies,]] take it with a grain of salt. This is 40k's Covenant after all.

See [[Codex - The Banished]] for the Covenant's more heretical and rebellious cousins.

==Abilities==
The following abilities are common to several Covenant units.

'''For the Great Journey!'''- You can re-roll failed Morale tests for this unit.

'''Two-Handed'''- A weapon with this ability requires two hands to wield, as such, an INFANTRY model making a shooting attack with it cannot make a shooting attack with any other weapon during that Shooting phase.

'''One-Handed'''- A weapon with this ability can be used effectively with one hand, as such, an INFANTRY model can choose to have this weapon count as a Pistol weapon for the purpose of firing multiple weapons in the shooting phase.

==Hand of the Gods==
In this section you’ll find rules for Battle-forged armies that include Covenant Detachments –that is, any Detachment which only includes units with the COVENANT Faction keyword. These rules include the ability below and a series of Stratagems. This section also includes the Covenants’ unique Warlord Traits, Relics and Tactical Objectives. Together, these rules reflect the character and fighting style of The Covenant in your games of Warhammer 40,000.
:'''Breath of Annihilation''': If your army is Battle-forged, all Troops units in Covenant Detachments gain this ability. Such a unit that is within range of an objective marker controls it even if there are more enemy models within range of it. If an enemy unit within range of the objective marker has a similar ability, then it is controlled by the player who has the most models within range as normal.
:'''Taking Our Due''': If your army is Battle Forged then any objective in your deployment zone that is not held by any side counts as being held by you.

===Covenant Warlord Traits===
If a COVENANT CHARACTER is your Warlord, they can generate a Warlord Trait from the following table instead of the one in the Warhammer 40,000 rulebook. You can either roll on the table below to randomly generate a Warlord Trait, or you can select the one that best suits your general’s battlefield objectives.
# With Extreme Prejudice: ''In an attempt to exterminate his foes, a Warlord may order his subordinates to fire without regard for ammo.'' Your Warlord and any unit within any aura he possesses can re-roll failed To Hit rolls of one with shooting attacks. If they can already do this, then they can re-roll failed To Hit rolls of two as well.
# Into the Fray: ''There is no greater motivation than the assurance that you're doing what's right.'' When your Warlord and a single friendly unit within 3" of them Advances, they may both add 6" to their Move characteristic for that Movement phase instead of rolling a dice.
# Master of Melee: ''After many decades of training, this Warlord has discovered the weakpoints of every sentient species and race known.'' Re-roll failed hit and wound rolls in the Fight phase for attacks made by your Warlord.
# To Retreat is Heresy: ''A high-ranking leader is often the only thing keeping the others from retreating.'' You Automatically pass Combat Attrition Tests for friendly COVENANT INFANTRY units within 6" of your Warlord in the Morale phase.
# Servant of the Abiding Truth: ''Faith can inspire warriors and foster courage.'' Add 3" to the range of any abilities on your Warlord’s datasheet.
# Hand of the Forerunners: ''All servants of the Covenant wish to claim Forerunner technology, but only the greatest among them can claim it.'' Your Warlord has a 6+ invulnerable save. If your warlord already has an invulnerable save then add 1 to invulnerable saving throws made for your Warlord. (to a maximum of 3+)

====Named Characters and Warlord Traits====
If one of the following named characters is your Warlord, they must be given the associated Warlord Trait shown below.
{| border=1 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=4 align=left
|- valign=top
! Prophet of Regret !! The Arbiter !! Jiazah 'Thogamee !! Rtas 'Vadumee !! Tartarus
|-
| Servant of the Abiding Truth|| Into the Fray || Hand of the Forerunners || Master of Melee || To Retreat is Heresy
|}
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===Legendary Armory===
If your army is led by a COVENANT Warlord, then before the battle you may give one of the following Legendary Arms to a COVENANT CHARACTER. Named characters such as The Prophet of Regret already have one or more artefacts, and cannot be given any of the following relics. Note that some weapons replace one of the character’s existing weapons. Where this is the case, if you are playing a matched play game or are otherwise using points values, you must still pay the cost of the weapon that is being replaced. Write down any Legendary Arms your characters may have on your army roster.
* Haka's Helm: ''The helmet of Haka, the killer of Arbiter Fal ‘Chavamee. Its glowing eyes and kuwagata-like appearance make him look like an otherworldly monster.'' A model wearing the Helm of Haka causes a -1 penalty to Leadership to all enemy units within 6", has +2" Movement and +1 Strength on the turn they charge.
* Kaidon Battleplate: ''Another relic of Sanghelios, this is a truly one-of-a-kind armor. It is the single best harness the Covenant has, having been improved upon gradually and consistently since time immemorial. It once belonged to Ther ‘Vadam himself.'' Prelates, Councillors, Zealots and Chieftains only. A model wearing the Kaidon Battleplate has a 2+ save and 4+ invulnerable save.
* Light of Urs: ''This fuel rod gun shoots faster and stronger bolts than usual.'' Model with Fuel Rod Gun only. The Light of Urs replaces the models Fuel Rod Gun and has the following profile:
{| border=1 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=4 align=left
|- valign=top
! Name !! Range!! S !! AP !! Damage !! Type !! Abilities
|-
| Light of Urs|| 54" || 6 || -2 || 2 || Assault D6 || Blast
|}
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* Talon of the Lost: ''Carefully crafted blamite needles can embed themselves even in Mgalekgolo‟s armor.'' Model with Needler only. The Talon of the Lost replaces the models Needler and has the following profile:
{| border=1 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=4 align=left
|- valign=top
! Name !! Range!! S !! AP !! Damage !! Type !! Abilities
|-
| Talon of the Lost|| 18" || 4 || -4 || 1 || Assault 2 || One-Handed. All failed To Hit rolls made with this weapon may be re-rolled.
|}
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* Hailstorm: '' A pre-Covenant Elite needler that fires faster and better needles.'' Model with Needler only. Hailstorm replaces the models Needler and has the following profile:
{| border=1 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=4 align=left
|- valign=top
! Name !! Range!! S !! AP !! Damage !! Type !! Abilities
|-
| Hailstorm|| 24" || 4 || -1 || 1 || Assault 3 || One-Handed. Each time you make a wound roll of 5+ for this weapon, that hit is resolved with an AP of -4. All failed To Hit rolls made with this weapon may be re-rolled.
|}
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* Spitfire: ''Spitfire is a Plasma Pistol with an expanded power cell, allowing it to make charged shots as often as a Plasma Pistol makes regular shots.'' Model with Plasma Pistol only. Spitfire replaces the models Plasma Pistol and has the following profile:
{| border=1 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=4 align=left
|- valign=top
! Name !! Range!! S !! AP !! Damage !! Type !! Abilities
|-
| Spitfire || 12" || 4 || -1 || 2 || Pistol 1 || This weapon re-rolls failed To Hit rolls.
|}
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* Void's Tear: ''As it turns out, plasma pistols can fire black holes. Who knew?'' Model with Plasma Pistol only. Void's Tear replaces the models Plasma Pistol and has the following profile:
{| border=1 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=4 align=left
|- valign=top
! Name !! Range!! S !! AP !! Damage !! Type !! Abilities
|-
| Void's Tear || || || || || || When attacking with this weapon, choose one of the two profiles below.
|-
| Standard || 12" || 4 || 0 || 1 || Pistol D6 || Blast ||
|-
| Overcharged || 12" || 4 || -1 || 2 || Pistol D6 || Blast. Overcharged shots re-roll failed To Hit rolls. However, Void's Tear can only be Overcharged once per battle.
|}
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* Sword of the Faithful: ''This beam rifle once belonged to Lod Mron‟s bodyguard.'' Model with a Beam Rifle only. The Sword of the Faithful replaces the models Beam Rifle and has the following profile:
{| border=1 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=4 align=left
|- valign=top
! Name !! Range!! S !! AP !! Damage !! Type !! Abilities
|-
| Sword of the Faithful || 48" || 6 || -2 || 1 || Rapid Fire 1 || Two-Handed, This weapon may target a CHARACTER even if it is not the closest enemy unit. If you roll a wound roll of 6+ for this weapon, it inflicts a mortal wound in addition to its normal damage.
|}
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* Krith's Left Hand: ''This beam rifle once belonged to the pirate prince Krith.'' Model with a Beam Rifle only. Krith's Left Hand replaces the models Beam Rifle and has the following profile:
{| border=1 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=4 align=left
|- valign=top
! Name !! Range!! S !! AP !! Damage !! Type !! Abilities
|-
| Krith's Left Hand || 48" || 5 || -1 || D3 || Rapid Fire 1 || Two-Handed, This weapon may target a CHARACTER even if it is not the closest enemy unit. If you roll a wound roll of 6+ for this weapon, it inflicts a mortal wound in addition to its normal damage.
|}
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* White Scar: ''This plasma caster fires superhot blamite.'' Model with a Plasma Caster only. White Scar replaces the models Plasma Caster and has the following profile:
{| border=1 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=4 align=left
|- valign=top
! Name !! Range!! S !! AP !! Damage !! Type !! Abilities
|-
| White Scar (Standard) || 24" || 4 || -1 || 1 || Assault 3 || Two-Handed. Each time you make a wound roll of 6+ for this weapon, that hit is resolved with an AP of -4.
|-
| White Scar (Overcharged) || 24" || 4 || -1 || 1 || Assault D6+D3 || Two-Handed, Blast. Each time you make a wound roll of 6+ for this weapon, that hit is resolved with an AP of -4. This Profile can only be used once per game.
|}
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* Scourge of Fire: ''This plasma caster has been improved to not overheat.'' Model with a Plasma Caster only. Scourge of Fire replaces the models Plasma Caster and has the following profile:
{| border=1 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=4 align=left
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! Name !! Range!! S !! AP !! Damage !! Type !! Abilities
|-
| Scourge of Fire (Standard) || 24" || 4 || -1 || 1 || Assault 6 || Two-Handed
|-
| Scourge of Fire (Overcharged) || 24" || 4 || -1 || 1 || Assault 2D6+2D3 || Two-Handed, Blast. This Profile can only be used once per game.
|}
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* Demon's Bane: ''The blade of Thel ‘Vadam, and the one that slayed a 1st Company Captain during the Glassing of Djangoris Alpha.'' Model with an Energy Sword only. Demon's Bane replaces the models Energy Sword and has the following profile:
{| border=1 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=4 align=left
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! Name !! Range!! S !! AP !! Damage !! Type !! Abilities
|-
| Demon's Bane|| Melee || +1 || -3 || 2 || Melee || Each time the bearer fights, it makes 1 additional attack with this weapon. Hit Rolls of 1 with this weapon must be re-rolled, your opponent must subtract 1 from any hit rolls made for INFANTRY units that have suffered any hits from Demon's Bane until the end of the turn.
|}
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===Stratagems===
If your army is Battle-forged and includes any COVENANT Detachments, you have access to the Stratagems shown below, meaning you can spend Command Points to activate them. These help to reflect the unique tactics and strategies used by The Covenant on the battlefield.
*Anger (Covenant Battle Tactic Strategem - 2CP): ''Even the lowly Grunt can be pushed too far, when the warriors of the Covenant get angry, they will fire relentlessly, cutting their foes down in a hail of plasma.'' Use this Stratagem when you select one of your COVENANT units to shoot or fire Overwatch. Re-roll failed hit and wound rolls for models in this unit.
*Black Eye (Covenant Battle Tactic Strategem - 2CP): ''Even in an age of guns, many of the Covenant favor the opportunity to batter and bruise the enemy into submission.'' Use this Stratagem at the end of the Fight phase. Select a COVENANT unit from your army – that unit can immediately fight for a second time.
*Eye Patch (Covenant Battle Tactic Strategem - 1CP): ''Sometimes, a unit displays phenomenal luck.'' Use this Stratagem when a COVENANT INFANTRY unit is targeted by a shooting attack. For the rest of the phase, your opponent must subtract 1 from all hit rolls that target that unit.
*Swarm (Covenant Battle Tactic Strategem - 1CP): ''The Lekgolo and its myriad forms are one of the most formidable in the Covenant, whether a tiny Thanolekgolo or piloting a mighty Scarab.'' Use this Stratagem after a LEKGOLO unit from your army has inflicted an unsaved wound on an enemy unit in the Shooting or Fight phase. You can add 1 to hit rolls for any other LEKGOLO units from your army that target the same enemy unit during that phase.
*Ghost (Covenant Epic Deed Strategem - 1CP): ''Time and time again has the faith of the Covenant allowed its warriors to fight on despite the deadly wounds suffered.'' Use this Stratagem in the Fight phase, when a COVENANT CHARACTER model in your army that has not already been selected to fight this phase is destroyed. Do not remove that model from play - it can fight after the attacking model’s unit has finished making attacks. If the selected model’s characteristics change as it takes damage, use the bottom row of that model’s profile when resolving those attacks. After resolving the destroyed model’s attacks, it is then removed.
*Thunderstorm (Covenant Epic Deed Stratagem - 1CP): ''Veteran Covenant have their faith tempered by their survival in battle.'' Use this Stratagem at the start of the Morale phase. Pick a COVENANT INFANTRY unit from your army that is required to take a Morale test. You can roll a D3 for the unit, rather than a D6, when taking this test.
*Relics of the Forerunners (Covenant Requisition Strategem - 1CP): ''Scouring the Covenant's armories, a high-ranking Covenant leader can call forth potent relics with which to slay his foes.'' Use this Stratagem before the battle, when you are mustering your army, if your WARLORD has the COVENANT keyword. Select one COVENANT CHARACTER model from your army and give them one Legendary Arm (this must be an Arm they could have). Each Arm in your army must be unique, and you cannot use this Stratagem to give a model two Arms. You can only use this Stratagem once, unless you are playing a Strike Force battle (in which case, you can use this Stratagem twice) or an Onslaught battle (in which case, you can use this Stratagem three times).
*Assassins (Covenant Strategic Ploy Stratagem - 1/3CP): ''The COVENANT launch their assault from multiple directions, fixing the enemy in a lethal crossfire and throwing them into a terrified confusion.'' Use this Stratagem during deployment. Choose either one or two (one unit costs 1CP, 2 units costs 3) COVENANT units to setup in ambush instead of placing them on the battlefield. At the end of any of your Movement phases these units can strike from hiding – set each of them anywhere on the battlefield that is more than 9" from any enemy models.
*Grunt Funeral (Covenant Strategic Ploy Strategem - 1CP): ''Unggoy breed explosively, allowing the Covenant to crush their enemies under the sheer weight of Unggoy bodies.'' Use this Stratagem in your Command phase. Select one UNGGOY INFANTRY unit from your army that is either within 6" of a battlefield edge or within 6" of your deployment zone. Up to D6+3 destroyed models can be added back to that unit. These returned models cannot be set up within Engagement Range of any enemy units, unless those enemy units are already within Engagement Range of that UNGGOY INFANTRY unit.
*Plasma Bombardment (Covenant Strategic Ploy Stratagem - 2CP): ''A ship hovering above the battlefield fires its Plasma Bombardment Mortar against a high value target as designated by the Warlord.'' Use this Stratagem in your Command phase, if a COVENANT WARLORD from your army is on the battlefield. Select one point on the battlefield and place a marker on that point. At the start of your next Command phase, roll one D6 for each unit within 6" of the centre of that marker, adding l if the unit being rolled for is within 3" of the centre of the marker and subtracting l if the unit being rolled for is a CHARACTER. On a 2-5, that unit suffers D3 mortal wounds, and on a 6+, that unit suffers D6 mortal wounds. The marker is then removed. You can only use this Stratagem once.
*That's Just... Wrong (Covenant Strategic Ploy Strategem - 2CP): ''Covenant motion trackers detect enemy movements, warning them of impending ambushes.'' Use this Stratagem at the end of the Reinforcements step of your opponent’s Movement phase. Select one COVENANT unit from your army. That COVENANT unit can shoot as if it were your Shooting phase, but its models can only target a single eligible enemy unit that was set up as Reinforcements this turn and that is within 18" of their unit when doing so.
*A Spoonful of Blamite (Covenant Wargear Strategem - 1C): ''The Supercombine nature of a Needler weapon inflicts horrific injuries in the soft flesh of biological targets.'' Use this Stratagem before a COVENANT unit from your army attacks in the Shooting phase. Add 1 to the wound rolls made for all of that unit’s needle weapons and increase the damage inflicted by any needle weapon by 1. For the purposes of this Stratagem, a needle weapon is any weapon profile whose name includes the word ‘Needle’ or 'Needler' (e.g. Heavy Needler, Needle Rifle) or is a relic that replaces a Needler.
*Blind (Covenant - Wargear Stratagem - 1CP): ''Under cover of active camo, holograms and electromagnetic jammers, the warriors of The Covenant confound their foes.'' Use this Stratagem at the start of the Fight phase. Select one enemy unit within Engagement Range of any COVENANT unit from your army. Until the end of the phase:
**Each time a model in that enemy unit makes an attack, the hit roll cannot be re-rolled.
**Each time a model in that enemy unit makes a melee attack, subtract 1 from that attack’s hit roll.
*Catch (Covenant Wargear Strategem - 1CP): ''Against packed formations of enemy infantry, a favoured tactic of The Covenant is to hurl an opening salvo of grenades en masse.'' Use this Stratagem before a COVENANT INFANTRY unit from your army shoots or fires Overwatch. Up to ten models in the unit that are armed with grenades can throw a grenade this phase, instead of only one model being able to do so.
*Excavate (Covenant Wargear Strategem - 1CP): ''When Locusts focus their fire, nothing can withstand their might.'' Use this Stratagem when you select a target for a Locust's Boring Laser. Do not resolve that weapon’s attacks until the end of the phase. Until then, any Locusts from your army can link fire with that Locust if it is visible to and within 60" of them; if they do so, when firing their Boring Laser they must target the unit that the first Locus targeted with its Boring Laser, ignoring range and visibility, and re-rolling failed hit and wound rolls. At the end of the phase, resolve the Boring Laser shots from the first Locust, re-rolling failed hit and wound rolls if at least one other Locust linked fire with it.

===Covenant Secondary Objectives===

'''Remove this Filth''': ''With this sacrament of blood, we journey into the Divine Beyond.'' Score 3 victory point at the end of your turn if an enemy unit was forced off an objective by either completely destroying it or forcing it to fall back. If 2 or more units were forced off an objective than score 5 victory points instead.

'''Artifact Located''': ''Station and Salvation both command a heavy price.'' When this Secondary Objective is generated, roll a D6. Score 2 Victory Points at the end of your turn if you control the corresponding Objective Marker. If your Warlord controls the corresponding Objective Marker, score 3 Victory Points instead.

'''Smite the Demon''': ''The true devotee honors our name with actions, not words.'' Score 3 victory point if at least 1 enemy CHARACTER was slain by one of your COVENANT units in the Fight phase of this turn. Score 5 victory points instead if the enemy Warlord was slain in the Fight phase of this turn by an attack made by one of your COVENANT units.

'''For the Great Journey''': ''Victory is secured, not from the throne, but from the front lines.'' Score 1 victory point if, during your turn, a friendly Covenant unit successfully charged an enemy unit. If 3 or more friendly Covenant units made successful charges, score 3 victory points instead.

'''If They Came to Hear Me Beg''': ''On the blood of our fathers. On the blood of our sons. We swore to uphold the Covenant!'' If one of your units passes or has passed a Morale test in this game turn, gain a Victory Point. Add one Victory Point for each passed Leadership test beyond the first.

'''Momentary Dishonour''': ''Out of the darkness, these blades will light our way.'' Score 2 victory points at the end of your turn if one or more friendly COVENANT units arrived as reinforcements using the Active Camouflage or Sneaky ability and were setup within 12" of any enemy units.

==Covenant Equipment==
The united forces of the Covenant employ a wide variety of technology and weapons, either that gleaned from study of Forerunner artifacts or by separate development through constant war.

{| border=1 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=4 align=right
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! Weapon Table!! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
| Plasma Pistol || || || || || || When attacking with this weapon, choose one of the two profiles below.
|-
| Standard Pistol || 12" || Pistol 1 || 4 || 0 || 1 ||
|-
| Overcharged Pistol || 12" || Pistol 1 || 5 || -1 || 2 || This weapon re-rolls failed To Hit rolls. This profile can only be used once per battle.
|-
| Plasma Repeater || 24" || Rapid Fire 1 || 4 || 0 || 1 || Two-Handed
|-
| Spike Grenade || 6" || Grenade D3 || 5 || -1 || 1 || Blast
|-
| Plasma Rifle || 18" || Assault 2 || 4 || 0 || 1 || One-Handed
|-
| Concussion Rifle || 24" || Assault D6 || 4 || -1 || 1 || Two-Handed, Blast
|-
| Plasma Caster || || || || || || When attacking with this weapon, choose one of the two profiles below.
|-
| Standard Caster || 24" || Assault 3 || 4 || -1 || 1 || Two-Handed
|-
| Overcharged Caster || 24" || Assault D6+D3 || 5 || -1 || 2 || Two-Handed, Blast. This profile can only be used once per battle.
|-
| Plasma Cannon || 36" || Heavy 3 || 5 || -1 || 2 || Two-Handed
|-
| Twin Plasma Cannon || 36" || Heavy 6 || 5 || -1 || 2 || -
|-
| Heavy Plasma Cannon || 36" || Heavy 3 || 6 || -2 || 2 || -
|-
| Heavy Plasma Repeater || 72" || Heavy 3 || 6 || -2 || 2 || Add 1 to all hit rolls made for this weapon against AIRCRAFT units.
|-
| Needler || 18" || Assault 2 || 3 || 0 || 1 || One Handed. Each time you make a wound roll of 6+ for this weapon, that hit is resolved with an AP of -3. All failed To Hit rolls made with this weapon may be re-rolled.
|-
| Heavy Needler || 24" || Heavy 4 || 6 || -1 || 1 || Each time you make a wound roll of 6+ for this weapon, that hit is resolved with an AP of -3. All failed To Hit rolls made with this weapon may be re-rolled.
|-
| Needle Rifle || 30" || Rapid Fire 1 || 3 || -1 || 1 || Two-Handed. Each time you make a wound roll of 6+ for this weapon, that hit is resolved with an AP of -3.
|-
| Covenant Carbine || 30" || Rapid Fire 1 || 4 || 0 || 1 || Two-Handed
|-
| Focus Rifle || 36" || Rapid Fire 1 || 4 || 0 || 1 || Two-Handed. This weapon may target a CHARACTER even if it is not the closest enemy unit.
|-
| Beam Rifle || 48" || Heavy 1 || 6 || -2 || 1 || Two-Handed. This weapon may target a CHARACTER even if it is not the closest enemy unit. If you roll a wound roll of 6+ for this weapon, it inflicts a mortal wound in addition to its normal damage.
|-
| Concussion Cannon || 36" || Heavy 2D6 || 5 || -1 || 1 || Blast
|-
| Brute Shot (Shooting) || 24" || Assault D6 || 3 || 0 || 1 || Two-Handed, Blast
|-
| Brute Shot (Melee) || Melee || Melee || +2 || -1 || 1 || -
|-
| Spiker (Shooting) || 12" || Assault 2 || 3 || 0 || 1 || One-Handed
|-
| Spiker (Melee) || Melee || Melee || User || 0 || 1 || Each time the bearer fights, it makes 1 additional attack with this weapon.
|-
| Mauler || 12" || Pistol 1 || 3 || 0 || 1 || If the target is within half range, add 1 to this weapon’s Strength.
|-
| Fuel Rod Gun || 36" || Assault D3+3 || 5 || -2 || 1 || Two-Handed, Blast
|-
| Twin Fuel Rod Pods || 36" || Heavy 6D6 || 6 || -2 || 1 || Blast. Add 1 to all hit rolls made for this weapon against AIRCRAFT units.
|-
| Fuel Rod Cannon || 36" || Heavy D3+3 || 6 || -2 || 2 || Blast
|-
| Fuel Rod Beam || 48" || Heavy 1 || 8 || -4 || D3+3 || -
|-
| Fuel Rod Storm || 36" || Assault 10 || 4 || -1 || 1 || This weapon re-rolls failed To Hit rolls.
|-
| Plasma Grenade || 6" || Grenade D6 || 5 || -1 || 1 || Blast
|-
| Plasma Launcher || 36" || Heavy 4 || 6 || -1 || D3 || Two-Handed. All failed hit rolls with this weapon may be re-rolled.
|-
| Plasma Mortar || 48" || Heavy D6 || 5 || -2 || 2 || Blast. This weapon can target units that are not visible to the bearer. Each time an attack is made with this weapon, the target does not receive the benefits of Light Cover against that attack.
|-
| Firebomb || 6" || Grenade 2D3 || 4 || 0 || 1 || Blast. Each time an attack is made with this weapon, the target does not receive the benefits of cover against that attack.
|-
| Plasma Beam || 72" || Heavy 2D3 || 16 || -4 || D6+3 || Blast
|-
| Tyrant Gun || 120" || Heavy 3 || 18 || -5 || D6+6 || Add 1 to all hit rolls made for this weapon against AIRCRAFT units.
|-
| Energy Sword || Melee || Melee || +1 || -3 || 2 || Each time the bearer fights, it makes 1 additional attack with this weapon.
|-
| Gravity Hammer || Melee || Melee || x2 || -2 || 4 || When attacking with this weapon, you must subtract 1 from the To Hit roll.
|-
| Titanic Stride || Melee || Melee || User || -3 || 3 || Make 2 hit rolls for each attack made with this weapon instead of 1.
|-
| Greater Titanic Stride || Melee || Melee || User || -4 || 4 || Make 2 hit rolls for each attack made with this weapon instead of 1.
|}

===Miscellaneous Equipment===
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! Equipment !! Effect
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| Guardian Shield|| Grants a 5+ invulnerable save.
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| Point Defense Gauntlet|| Add 2 to Armour Saving throws for a model equipped with a Point Defense Gauntlet (invulnerable saving throws are not affected).
|-
| Skirmisher Gauntlet|| Add 1 to Armour Saving throws for a model equipped with a Skirmisher Gauntlet (invulnerable saving throws are not affected).
|-
| Vehicular Energy Shielding|| Each layer of Vehicular Energy Shielding has 3 shield points. While this model has any layers of Vehicular Energy Shielding, it has a 5+ invulnerable save against ranged attacks. Each time a saving throw is failed for this model against ranged attacks, if it has Vehicular Energy Shielding, it does not suffer any damage. Instead, for each point of damage inflicted, one of its Vehicular Energy Shields loses a shield point. Once a layer of Vehicular Energy Shielding has lost a shield point, it must continue to lose shield points due to any further damage inflicted until it collapses. Each time an attack causes a layer of Vehicular Energy Shielding to be reduced to 0 shield points, that layer collapses, the model loses that layer and any excess damage inflicted is lost. Vehicular Energy Shielding can never be used to prevent mortal wounds, the bearer takes damage as normal. At the start of your command phase all layers of Vehicular Energy Shielding have their shield points restored, including the ones that have collapsed.
|-
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==Weapon Options==
===Standard Weapons===
*Plasma Pistol: Free
*Plasma Repeater(*): Free
*Mauler(**): Free
*Covenant Carbine: +2pts
*Needle Rifle: +2pts
*Needler: +2pts
*Concussion Rifle(*): +5pts
*Plasma Caster(*): +5pts
*Brute Shot(**): +5pts
(*)''May only be taken by Elites and Prophets.''

(**)''May only be taken by Brutes.''

===Precision Weapons===
*Focus Rifle: +5pts
*Beam Rifle: +10pts
===Special Weapons===
*Fuel Rod Gun: +5pts
*Plasma Cannon(*): +10pts
*Energy Sword(**): +15pts for first Energy Sword, +5pts for second Energy Sword
*Plasma Launcher: +20pts
*Gravity Hammer(***): +25pts
(*)''Only available to Grunts and HQ choices.''

(**)''Only available to Elites and Prophets.''

(***)''Only available to Brutes.''

===Jackal Weapons===
*Needler: +2pts
*Plasma Repeater: Free
*Covenant Carbine: +2pts
*Needle Rifle: +2pts
*Focus Rifle: +5pts
*Beam Rifle: +10pts
*Energy Sword(*): +15pts
(*)''Champions only.''

==Unique HQ Characters==
===Prophet of Regret===
''"I shall light the holy rings, release their cleansing flame, and burn a path TO THE DIVINE BEYOND!"'' ~The Prophet of Regret giving a speech that would cause the most devoted of Ecclesiarchs to descend into a weep of envy.

Rash, Violent, Immature, the High Prophet of Regret is an oddity among San'Shyuum in that he indulges in the culture and respect of the Sangheili. Specifically he disobeys the Writ of Union and fights alongside the Sangheili in battle. Despite this he does not go unprotected. His throne has powerful shields that make him nearly invulnerable to attack and Sentinels protect him at all costs.

Power 9, Points per model 170
{| border=1 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=4 align=left
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! Name !! M !! WS !! BS !! S !! T !! W !! A !! Ld !! Sv
|-
| Regret|| 8" || 5+ || 4+ || 2 || 4 || 4 || 1 || 9 || -
|-
| Sentinel|| 8" || 5+ || 5+ || 3 || 4 || 1 || 1 || 9 || 4+
|}
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:The Prophet of Regret is a single model armed with a Twin Fuel Rod Beam. Only one of this model may be included in your army. Regret's unit may include up to two Sentinel Healers (Power Rating +1 each/Points Cost +20 each), two Sentinel Protectors (Power Rating +1 each/Points Cost +20 each) and two Sentinel Defenders (Power Rating +1 each/Points Cost +20 each) Sentinel Defenders are armed with Sentinel Lasers.
:'''Weapon''':
{| border=1 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=4 align=left
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! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
| Twin Fuel-Rod Beam|| 36" || Heavy 2 || 8 || -4 || D3+3 || -
|-
| Sentinel Laser|| 24" || Assault 4 || 5 || -1 || 1 || Each time an attack is made with this weapon, an unmodified hit roll of 6 automatically wounds the target.
|-
| Cleansing Beam|| 72" || Heavy D3 || 10 || -4 || D6 || Blast, This weapon can only be fired once per battle. This weapon can target units that are not visible to the bearer. When targeting units with 10 or more models, change this weapon’s Type to Heavy D6.
|}
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:'''Abilities''':
*For the Great Journey!
*Command Throne - Provides a 4+ invulnerable save.
*Protector - The Sentinel Protector grants a 6+ invulnerable save to the whole unit or improves its invulnerable save by 1 if it already has one.
*Healer - At the end of any of your Movement phases, the Sentinel Healer can attempt to heal or revive a single model. Select a friendly COVENANT unit within 3" of the Sentinel Healer. If that unit contains a wounded model, it immediately regains D3 lost wounds. If the chosen unit contains no wounded models but one or more of its models have been slain during the battle, roll a D6. On a 4+ a single slain model is returned to the unit with 1 wound remaining. A unit can only be the target of the Healer ability once in each turn.
*Supreme Instrument of the Gods: Whilst The Prophet of Regret is on the battlefield, you may re-roll Morale tests for all friendly COVENANT units.
*The Prophet's Grace: Friendly COVENANT units within 6" of THE PROPHET OF REGRET may use his Leadership characteristic instead of their own when taking Morale tests.

:'''Faction Keywords''': COVENANT
:'''Keywords (The Prophet of Regret)''': CHARACTER, FLY, PROPHET, THE PROPHET OF REGRET
:'''Keywords (Sentinels)''': FLY, SENTINELS

===The Arbiter===
''"My life matters not, only my skill in battle and the amount of terror I put in my foes would my death be forgiven"'' ~The Arbiter's Creed, recited before a battle.

A highly skilled but dishonoured Elite, called The Arbiter when translated from the Covenant's common tongue, this once respected Supreme Commander is now shamed and must bear the weight of his title. It is required that any Arbiter must die in battlefields or missions to seek redemption in death. Clad in ritualistic armor in the coloring of silver, that is equipped with a ancient cloaking field which are then blessed from the sacred language and wards of the Holy Forerunners. He would then be gruesomely marked with the mark of shame, feeling all the pain, misery and shame he has bought to the Covenant. Showing no pity nor mercy, The Arbiter uses his skill of over a thousand battles and a hundred wars to slaughter and kill any enemy that stands in his way.

Power 8, Points per model 135
{| border=1 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=4 align=left
|- valign=top
! Name !! M !! WS !! BS !! S !! T !! W !! A !! Ld !! Sv
|-
| The Arbiter|| 6" || 2+ || 2+ || 4 || 4 || 5 || 5 || 9 || 3+
|}
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:The Arbiter is a single model armed with a Energy Sword, Plasma Rifle and Plasma Grenades. Your army may only include one ARBITER.
:'''Wargear Options''': May replace his Plasma Rifle with an item from the Standard Weapons, Special Weapons or Precision Weapons lists.
:'''Abilities''':
*For the Great Journey!
*Armor of the Arbiter: Grants a 4+ invulnerable save.
*Honor Before All Else: You can re-roll failed wound rolls of 1 for this model when attacking a CHARACTER or MONSTER in the Fight phase.
*Relentless Fury: : Roll a D6 each time this model loses his final wound; on a roll of 4+ that wound is not lost. In addition, if this model is slain in the Fight phase, once the unit that slew him has made its attacks, you can attack with him before removing his model as casualty, even if he has already attacked that phase.
*Active Camouflage: During deployment, you may setup The Arbiter as hidden on the battlefield instead of placing him on the battlefield. At the end of any of your Movement phases, he may reveal himself – set him up anywhere on the battlefield that is more than 9" from any enemy models.
:'''Faction Keywords''': COVENANT
:'''Keywords''': CHARACTER, ARBITER, SANGHELI, INFANTRY

===Jiazah 'Thogamee===
''"Afraid of a little thunder, blight? Then crawl underneath your wretched hole, for the thunder will strike you DEAD!"'' ~Jiazah 'Thogamee to Imperial Lord Algaezy Calriso

The Supreme Grandmaster of the Ki-psyniotics and the Supreme Lieutenant of ''Darchron's Eternal Crusaders'', clad in a ritualistic silver armor of archaic origin and armed with an equally ornamental energy sword called ''Blight's Edge''. Jiazah 'Thogamee made his infamy throughout both Heltorous and Albameous sectors for his his mastery over Ki-psyniotics, so much so that he makes it an art-form. According to some Imperial reports, during a Chaos siege, Jiazah 'Thogamee manage to completely alter his Warp flow, so much so that he completely sucked the Warp powers like a "Psykic vampire" out of Chaos Champion, Alkazon the Lier, turning the Chaos Champion into a shriveled old man before being ripped apart by the Supreme Grandmaster himself.

Power 8, Points per model 160
{| border=1 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=4 align=left
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! Name !! M !! WS !! BS !! S !! T !! W !! A !! Ld !! Sv
|-
| Jiazah 'Thogamee|| 6" || 2+ || 2+ || 4 || 4 || 5 || 4 || 9 || 3+
|}
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:Jiazah 'Thogamee is a single model armed with Blight's Edge, a Plasma Rifle and Plasma Grenades. Your army may only include one JIAZAH 'THOGAMEE.
:'''Weapon''':
{| border=1 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=4 align=left
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! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
| Blight's Edge|| Melee || Melee || +1 || -3 || 2D3 || Each time the bearer fights, it makes 1 additional attack with this weapon.
|}
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:'''Wargear Options''': May replace his Plasma Rifle with an item from the Standard Weapons, Special Weapons or Precision Weapons lists.
:'''Abilities''':
*For the Great Journey!
*Councillor: You can re-roll hit rolls of 1 made for friendly SANGHEILI units within 6" of this model.
*Heroes Harness: Grants a 4+ invulnerable save.
:'''Psyker''': Jiazah 'Thogamee can attempt to manifest one psychic power in each friendly Psychic phase, and attempt to deny one psychic power in each enemy Psychic phase. He knows the Smite power.
:'''Faction Keywords''': COVENANT
:'''Keywords''': CHARACTER, JIAZAH 'THOGAMEE, SANGHELI, COUNCILLOR, INFANTRY

===Rtas 'Vadumee===
''"Shipmaster! They outnumber us three to one!"- "Then it is an even fight. All cruisers, fire at will! Burn their mongrel hides!"'' ~A Sangheili tactical officer and 'Vadumee, just before the battle of Installation 00.

Leader of the entire Spec-Ops division and ship master of the ''Shadow of Intent'' and de-facto commander of the ''Fleet of Retribution'', Rtas Vadumee or more commonly known to his troops and enemies as "Half jaw" has seen multiple wars, some of which can drive even the most harden veteran into insanity. Mastering every weapon in the Covenant arsenal, even the brutish and crude Jiralhanae weapons, as well as being the most skilled Spec-Ops Commander to date. Rtas Vadumee has been known to be so skilled in the Energy Sword that he once challenged and won against two Dark Eldar Succubi from the Poisoned fang Kabal in a Duel over the Planet Bushurn III, to protect his men from being stolen away by the alien witches. It is said he lost part of his jaw after a clash with another Sangheili who has been infected by the Great Parasite, a long time ago.

Power 7, Points per model 115
{| border=1 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=4 align=left
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! Name !! M !! WS !! BS !! S !! T !! W !! A !! Ld !! Sv
|-
| Rtas 'Vadumee|| 6" || 2+ || 2+ || 4 || 3 || 5 || 4 || 9 || 3+
|}
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:Rtas 'Vadumee is a single model armed with a Energy Sword, Plasma Rifle and Plasma Grenades. Your army may only include one RTAS 'VADUMEE.
:'''Wargear Options''': May replace his Plasma Rifle with an item from the Standard Weapons, Special Weapons or Precision Weapons lists.
:'''Abilities''':
*For the Great Journey!
*Active Camouflage: During deployment, you may setup Rtas 'Vadumee as hidden on the battlefield instead of placing him on the battlefield. At the end of any of your Movement phases, he may reveal himself – set him up anywhere on the battlefield that is more than 9" from any enemy models.
*Spec-Ops Commander of the Covenant: A detachment containing Rtas 'Vadumee may take SPECIAL OPERATIONS units as Troops choices.
*Swordmaster: Melee attacks with a roll of 6 To Wound inflict an additional Mortal Wound.
*Zealot: You can re-roll wound rolls of 1 for friendly SANGHEILI units that are within 6" of this model.
*Assault Harness: Grants a 5+ invulnerable save
:'''Faction Keywords''': COVENANT
:'''Keywords''': CHARACTER, RTAS 'VADUMEE, SANGHELI, ZEALOT, INFANTRY

===Tartarus===
[[File:Concept-Tartarus-Crop.jpg|300px|thumb|right|Tartarus in all his [[Awesome|Mohawk Glory.]]]]''"*Growls* Your head would make a good trophy Angelos, *Sniffs* and your flesh would fill the bellies of my brothers"- "Then hurry up and take my flesh if you so need it Xeno, but I warn you that I won't go down easily"- "With pleasure"'' ~Chieftain of the Jiralhanae Tartarus and Chapter Master of the [[Blood Ravens|Blood Ravens]] [[Gabriel Angelos|Gabriel Angelos]], before their fight on Hyphurus III...what an [[Asdrubael Vect|Ass]].

Often called in formality as the Chieftain of the Jiralhanae, Tartarus possesses skill and power unlike anything fought in the Covenant, strong, arrogant, brutish but cunning, Tartarus uses dirty tricks to fool his enemies into making a fatal mistake. Shielded by an Energy Barrier unlike anything seen by the Imperium, this shield grants him all but immunity to all but the most powerful Imperial Weapons, vulnerable to only a very few weapons. Armed with but a single Ancient Gravity Hammer called "Fist of Rukt" by his soldiers, this old but very powerful weapon was reported to create vortexes and miniature black holes as it manipulates and uses the power of gravity. He was also known as the king of assholes, and in a place where leaders would kill other leaders for the [[lulz|lulz]] and where supposed "Friends" would send your entire family to death because it is funny, that is saying something.

Power 9, Points per model 180
{| border=1 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=4 align=left
|- valign=top
! Name !! M !! WS !! BS !! S !! T !! W !! A !! Ld !! Sv
|-
| Tartarus|| 5" || 2+ || 3+ || 4 || 5 || 6 || 5 || 9 || 2+
|}<br><br><br>
:Tartarus is a single model armed with The Fist of Rukt, a Spiker and Firebombs. Your army may only include one TARTARUS.
:'''Weapon''':
{| border=1 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=4 align=left
|- valign=top
! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
| The Fist of Rukt|| Melee || Melee || x2 || -3 || 4 || When attacking with this weapon, you must subtract 1 from the hit roll. Each time you make a wound roll of 6+ with this weapon, that hit is resolved with a Damage of 6.
|}
<br style="clear: both; height: 0px;" />
:'''Wargear Options''': May replace his Spiker with an item from the Standard Weapons or Special Weapons lists.
:'''Abilities''':
*For the Great Journey!
*Heroes Harness: Grants a 4+ invulnerable save.
*Our Time is Now!: Friendly JIRALHANAE INFANTRY units within 6" of this model at the start of the Charge phase can charge even if they Advanced this turn.
*Chieftain: Friendly JIRALHANAE INFANTRY units within 6" of this model may re-roll failed Charge rolls.
:'''Faction Keywords''': COVENANT
:'''Keywords''': CHARACTER, TARTARUS, JIRALHANAE, WAR CHIEFTAIN, INFANTRY

===Dadab===
''"Preach, yes, a good thing! But sometimes me head says that too much preaching can leave the rest of the runts sleepy..."'' ~Dadab and one of his many "Influential" Speeches...

One of the most influential Unggoy, Dadab may lack the skill or firepower in a battlefield, but his inspiring aspect and influence is enough to change the tide of battles. Garbed in ceremonial white tunic that is more formal then even an average Deacon, and armed with a Legendary Plasma Pistol named "The Call of Balaho", Dadab carries around several Holy Chimes and a Covenant Holy Mural. Even the most humble of Unggoy become something fiercer in the presence of his oratory. He is one of the best supportive HQ Characters, and could be essential in changing the tide of wars and battles, and might even save someone from certain defeat. Ironically, he is one of the select few in the Covenant who can use his powers for the most part without restraint and free from fear of suffering like the likes of undisciplined Elites and even Brutes.

Power 2, Points per model 30
{| border=1 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=4 align=left
|- valign=top
! Name !! M !! WS !! BS !! S !! T !! W !! A !! Ld !! Sv
|-
| Dadab|| 5" || 4+ || 3+ || 2 || 3 || 3 || 1 || 7 || 6+
|}
<br style="clear: both; height: 0px;" />
:Dadab is a single model armed with a Plasma Pistol, Plasma Grenades and a Guardian Shield. Your army may only include one Dadab.
:'''Wargear Options''': May replace his Plasma Pistol with a Needler or an item from the Special Weapons list.
:'''Abilities''':
*For the Great Journey!
*Litanies of Fury!: Friendly UNGGOY INFANTRY units within 6" of this model can re-roll To Hit and To Wound rolls of 1.
*Deacon: This model cannot be your Warlord. Increase the leadership of all Covenant units within 6” of Dadab by 1.
*Zeal: Friendly UNGGOY infantry units within 6" of this model during the charge phase can activate their Plasma Grenades and hurl themselves at the enemy in a suicidal charge. The enemy can Overwatch early to gun the Grunt(s) down but cannot Overwatch later on in the phase if they do so. For each Grunt that successfully reaches within 1" of the enemy unit, inflicts an attack as if they were using their Plasma Grenades that automatically hits. The Grunts chosen to assault the enemy are now removed from play, even if they did not reach the enemy.
:'''Faction Keywords''': COVENANT
:'''Keywords''': CHARACTER, UNGGOY, DEACON, DADAB, INFANTRY

==HQ Units==
===Sangheili Councillor===
Power 5, Points per model 70

''"Only the faithful lives"'' ~Motto of the Councillors.
{| border=1 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=4 align=left
|- valign=top
! Name !! M !! WS !! BS !! S !! T !! W !! A !! Ld !! Sv
|-
| Councillor|| 6" || 2+ || 2+ || 4 || 4 || 5 || 4 || 9 || 3+
|}
<br style="clear: both; height: 0px;" />
:A Councillor is a single model armed with 2 Plasma Rifles and Plasma Grenades
:'''Wargear Options''': The Councillor may replace one or more of his Plasma Rifles for an item from the Standard Weapons or Special Weapons list.
:'''Abilities''':
*For the Great Journey!
*Councillor: You can re-roll hit rolls of 1 made for friendly SANGHEILI units within 6" of this model.
*Heroes Harness: Grants a 5+ invulnerable save.
:'''Faction Keywords''': COVENANT
:'''Keywords''': CHARACTER, SANGHEILI, COUNCILLOR, INFANTRY

===Sangheili Zealot===
Power 4, Points per model 55
{| border=1 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=4 align=left
|- valign=top
! Name !! M !! WS !! BS !! S !! T !! W !! A !! Ld !! Sv
|-
| Zealot|| 6" || 2+ || 3+ || 4 || 3 || 4 || 3 || 8 || 3+
|}
<br style="clear: both; height: 0px;" />
:A Zealot is a single model armed with 2 Plasma Rifles and Plasma Grenades
:'''Wargear Options''': The Zealot may replace one or more of his Plasma Rifles for an item from the Standard Weapons, Precision Weapons or Special Weapons list.
:'''Abilities''':
*For the Great Journey!
*Assault Harness: Grants a 5+ invulnerable save.
*Zealot: You can re-roll wound rolls of 1 for friendly SANGHEILI units that are within 6" of this model.
*Active Camouflage: During deployment, you may setup the Zealot as hidden on the battlefield instead of placing him on the battlefield. At the end of any of your Movement phases, he may reveal himself – set him up anywhere on the battlefield that is more than 9" from any enemy models.
:'''Faction Keywords''': COVENANT
:'''Keywords''': CHARACTER, SANGHEILI, ZEALOT, INFANTRY

===Brute Chieftain===
Power 4, Points per model 55
{| border=1 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=4 align=left
|- valign=top
! Name !! M !! WS !! BS !! S !! T !! W !! A !! Ld !! Sv
|-
| War Chieftain|| 5" || 2+ || 3+ || 4 || 5 || 5 || 5 || 9 || 3+
|-
| Chieftain|| 5" || 2+ || 4+ || 4 || 4 || 4 || 4 || 8 || 3+
|}
<br style="clear: both; height: 0px;" />
:A Chieftain is a single model armed with 2 Spikers, a Guardian Shield and Spike Grenades. The Chieftain may be replaced with a War Chieftain (Power Rating +1/Points Cost +20)
:'''Wargear Options''': The Chieftain may replace one or more of his Spikers for an item from the Standard Weapons or Special Weapons list.
:'''Abilities''':
*For the Great Journey!
*Chieftain: Friendly JIRALHANAE INFANTRY units within 6" of this model may re-roll failed Charge rolls.
:'''Faction Keywords''': COVENANT
:'''Keywords''': CHARACTER, JIRALHANAE, CHIEFTAIN, INFANTRY

===San'Shyuum Enforcer===
Power 2, Points per model 30
{| border=1 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=4 align=left
|- valign=top
! Name !! M !! WS !! BS !! S !! T !! W !! A !! Ld !! Sv
|-
| Enforcer|| 4" || 5+ || 5+ || 2 || 2 || 3 || 1 || 9 || -
|-
| Prelate|| 4" || 2+ || 3+ || 3 || 4 || 4 || 3 || 9 || 3+
|}
<br style="clear: both; height: 0px;" />
:An Enforcer is a single model armed with a Plasma Pistol and Guardian Shield. The Enforcer may be replaced with a Prelate (Power Rating +3/Points Cost +35) armed with a two Plasma Rifles and a Guardian Shield.
:'''Wargear Options''': Prelates may replace one or more of his Plasma Rifles for an item from the Standard Weapons or Special Weapons list.
:'''Abilities''':
*For the Great Journey!
*The Prophet's Grace: Friendly COVENANT units within 6" of PROPHET may use his Leadership characteristic instead of their own when taking Morale tests.
:'''Faction Keywords''': COVENANT
:'''Keywords''': CHARACTER, PROPHET, ENFORCER, INFANTRY

===Deacon===
Power 1, Points per model 15
{| border=1 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=4 align=left
|- valign=top
! Name !! M !! WS !! BS !! S !! T !! W !! A !! Ld !! Sv
|-
| Deacon|| 5" || 4+ || 3+ || 2 || 3 || 3 || 2 || 7 || 6+
|}
<br style="clear: both; height: 0px;" />
:A Deacon is a single model armed with a Plasma Pistol and Plasma Grenades.
:'''Wargear Options''':
*May replace it's Plasma Pistol with a Needler
*May take a Guardian Shield
:'''Abilities''':
*Deacon: This model cannot be your Warlord.
*For the Great Journey!
*Zeal: Friendly UNGGOY infantry units within 6" of this model during the charge phase can activate their Plasma Grenades and hurl themselves at the enemy in a suicidal charge. The enemy can Overwatch early to gun the Grunt(s) down but cannot Overwatch later on in the phase if they do so. For each Grunt that successfully reaches within 1" of the enemy unit, inflicts an attack as if they were using their Plasma Grenades that automatically hits. The Grunts chosen to assault the enemy are now removed from play, even if they did not reach the enemy.
:'''Faction Keywords''': COVENANT
:'''Keywords''': CHARACTER, UNGGOY, DEACON, INFANTRY

===Honor Guard===
Power 2, Points per model 45
{| border=1 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=4 align=left
|- valign=top
! Name !! M !! WS !! BS !! S !! T !! W !! A !! Ld !! Sv
|-
| Elite Guard|| 6" || 3+ || 3+ || 4 || 4 || 2 || 2 || 8 || 3+
|-
| Brute Guard|| 5" || 3+ || 4+ || 4 || 5 || 2 || 3 || 8 || 3+
|}
<br style="clear: both; height: 0px;" />
:This unit contains 2 Elite Guards or 2 Brute Guards. The unit may contain 2 additional Guards (the entire unit must be the same species, Power Rating +2). All guards are armed with Honor Pikes (count as Energy Swords). Elite Guards are also armed with Plasma Rifles and Plasma Grenades and Brute Guards are also armed with Spikers and Spike Grenades.
:'''Wargear Options''':
*Any Elite Guard may replace its Plasma Rifle with an item from the Standard Weapons list.
*Any Brute Guard may replace its Spiker with an item from the Standard Weapons list.
*Any Brute Guard may take Firebombs: +2pts each
:'''Abilities''':
*For the Great Journey!
*Heroes Harness (Elite Guard): Grants a 5+ invulnerable save.
*'''You Will Not Lay A Hand Upon Him!''': Roll a D6 each time a friendly COVENANT CHARACTER loses a wound whilst they are within 3" of this unit; on a 2+ a model from this unit can intercept that hit – the CHARACTER does not lose a wound but this unit suffers a mortal wound.
:'''Faction Keywords''': COVENANT
:'''Keywords (Elite Guard)''': SANGHEILI, INFANTRY, HONOUR GUARD
:'''Keywords (Brute Guard)''': JIRALHANAE, INFANTRY, HONOUR GUARD

===Honor Guard Ultra===
Power 4, Points per model 70
{| border=1 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=4 align=left
|- valign=top
! Name !! M !! WS !! BS !! S !! T !! W !! A !! Ld !! Sv
|-
| Elite Guard Ultra|| 6" || 2+ || 3+ || 4 || 4 || 4 || 4 || 8 || 3+
|-
| Brute Guard Ultra|| 5" || 2+ || 4+ || 4 || 5 || 4 || 5 || 8 || 3+
|}
<br style="clear: both; height: 0px;" />
:The Honor Guard Ultra is a single model armed with an Honor Pike (count as a Energy Sword). Elite Guard Ultras are also armed with Plasma Rifles and Plasma Grenades and Brute Guard Ultras are also armed with Spikers and Spike Grenades.
:'''Wargear Options''':
*Any Elite Guard Ultra may replace its Plasma Rifle with an item from the Standard Weapons list.
*Any Brute Guard Ultra may replace its Spiker with an item from the Standard Weapons list.
*A Brute Guard Ultra may take Firebombs: +2pts each
:'''Abilities''':
*For the Great Journey!
*Heroes Harness (Elite Guard): Grants a 5+ invulnerable save.
*'''You Will Not Lay A Hand Upon Him!''': Roll a D6 each time a friendly COVENANT CHARACTER loses a wound whilst they are within 3" of this unit; on a 2+ a model from this unit can intercept that hit – the CHARACTER does not lose a wound but this unit suffers a mortal wound.
:'''Faction Keywords''': COVENANT
:'''Keywords (Elite Guard Ultra)''': CHARACTER, SANGHEILI, INFANTRY, HONOUR GUARD
:'''Keywords (Brute Guard Ultra)''': CHARACTER, JIRALHANAE, INFANTRY, HONOUR GUARD

===Jackal (Kig'yar) Champion===
Power 2, Points per model 25
{| border=1 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=4 align=left
|- valign=top
! Name !! M !! WS !! BS !! S !! T !! W !! A !! Ld !! Sv
|-
| Jackal Champion|| 6" || 4+ || 2+ || 2 || 3 || 3 || 2 || 7 || 5+
|-
| Skirmisher Champion|| 8" || 3+ || 2+ || 3 || 3 || 3 || 2 || 7 || 5+
|}
<br style="clear: both; height: 0px;" />
:The Jackal Champion is a single model armed with a Plasma Pistol. It may be replaced with a Skirmisher Champion
:'''Wargear Options''':
*Any Champion may take an item from the Jackal Weapons list.
*A Jackal Champion armed with a Plasma Pistol, Needler or Energy Sword may take a Point Defense Gauntlet.
*A Skirmisher Champion armed with a Plasma Pistol, Needler or Energy Sword may take a Skirmisher Gauntlert.
:'''Abilities''':
*Champion: You can re-roll hit rolls of 1 made for friendly KIG'YAR units within 6" of this model.
*Sneaky (Jackal Champion): During deployment, you may setup the Jackal Champion as hidden on the battlefield instead of placing him on the battlefield. At the end of any of your Movement phases, he may reveal himself – set him up anywhere on the battlefield that is more than 9" from any enemy models.
*Swift (Skirmisher Champion): At the start of the first battle round but before the first turn begins, you can move this unit up to 8". It cannot end this move within 9" of any enemy models. If both players have units that can do this, the player who is taking the first turn moves their units first.
:'''Faction Keywords''': COVENANT
:'''Keywords''': CHARACTER, INFANTRY, KIG'YAR, CHAMPION

==Troops==
===Grunt (Unggoy) Lance===
Power 2, Points per model 3
{| border=1 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=4 align=left
|- valign=top
! Name !! M !! WS !! BS !! S !! T !! W !! A !! Ld !! Sv
|-
| Grunt|| 5" || 5+ || 5+ || 2 || 3 || 1 || 1 || 4 || 6+
|}
<br style="clear: both; height: 0px;" />
:This unit contains 10 Grunts armed with Plasma Pistols and Plasma grenades. The unit may contain 10 additional Grunts (Power Rating +1) or 20 additional Grunts (Power Rating +2)
:'''Wargear Options''':
*For every 10 Grunts, one Grunt may take an item from the Special Weapons list.
*Any Grunt may replace his Plasma Pistol with a Needler: +2pts each
:'''Abilities''' - Mob Up: If a unit of Grunts includes 20 or more models, you can add 1 to their hit rolls.
:'''Faction Keywords''': COVENANT
:'''Keywords''': INFANTRY, UNGGOY

===Jackal (Kig-Yar) Lance===
Power 2, Points per model 7
{| border=1 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=4 align=left
|- valign=top
! Name !! M !! WS !! BS !! S !! T !! W !! A !! Ld !! Sv
|-
| Jackal|| 6" || 5+ || 3+ || 2 || 3 || 1 || 1 || 6 || 5+
|}
<br style="clear: both; height: 0px;" />
:This unit contains 5 Jackals armed with Plasma Pistols. The unit may contain 5 additional Jackals (Power Rating +2) or 10 additional Jackals (Power Rating +4) or 15 additional Jackals (Power Rating +6).
:'''Wargear Options''':
*Any model replace their Plasma Pistol with an item from the Jackal Weapons list.
*Any model armed with a Plasma Pistol or Needler may take a Point Defense Gauntlet
:'''Abilities''':
*Sneaky: During deployment, you may setup this unit as hidden on the battlefield instead of placing him on the battlefield. At the end of any of your Movement phases, he may reveal himself – set him up anywhere on the battlefield that is more than 9" from any enemy models.
:'''Faction Keywords''': COVENANT
:'''Keywords''': INFANTRY, KIG'YAR

===Elite (Sangheili) Squad===
Power 4, Points per model 10
{| border=1 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=4 align=left
|- valign=top
! Name !! M !! WS !! BS !! S !! T !! W !! A !! Ld !! Sv
|-
| Elite|| 6" || 4+ || 4+ || 4 || 3 || 1 || 1 || 6 || 4+
|-
| Elite Ultra|| 6" || 4+ || 4+ || 4 || 3 || 1 || 2 || 7 || 3+
|}
<br style="clear: both; height: 0px;" />
:This unit contains 4 Elites and 1 Elite Ultra armed with Plasma Rifles and Plasma Grenades. The unit may contain 5 additional Elites (Power Rating +2) or 10 additional Elites (Power Rating +2).
:'''Wargear Options''':
*Any model may replace their Plasma Rifle with an item from the Standard Weapons list.
*Any Elite may take an additional Plasma Rifle: +3pts each
:'''Abilities''':
*For the Great Journey!
*Combat Harness (Elite): Grants a 6+ invulnerable save.
*Assault Harness (Elite Ultra): Grants a 5+ invulnerable save.
:'''Faction Keywords''': COVENANT
:'''Keywords''': INFANTRY, SANGHEILI

===Brute (Jiralhanae) Pack===
Power 4, Points per model 10
{| border=1 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=4 align=left
|- valign=top
! Name !! M !! WS !! BS !! S !! T !! W !! A !! Ld !! Sv
|-
| Brute|| 5" || 4+ || 5+ || 4 || 4 || 1 || 2 || 6 || 4+
|-
| Brute Captain|| 5" || 3+ || 4+ || 4 || 4 || 1 || 3 || 7 || 3+
|}
<br style="clear: both; height: 0px;" />
:This unit contains 4 Brutes and 1 Brute Captain armed with Spikers and Spike Grenades. The unit may contain 5 additional Brutes (Power Rating +2) or 10 additional Brutes (Power Rating +2).
:'''Wargear Options''':
*Any model may replace their Spiker with an item from the Standard Weapons list.
*Any Brute may take an additional Spiker: +3pts each
*Any Brute may take Firebombs: +2pts each
:'''Abilities''': For the Great Journey!
:'''Faction Keywords''': COVENANT
:'''Keywords''': INFANTRY, JIRALHANAE

===Thanolekgolo Swarm===
Power 2, Points per model 11
{| border=1 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=4 align=left
|- valign=top
! Name !! M !! WS !! BS !! S !! T !! W !! A !! Ld !! Sv
|-
| Thanolekgolo Swarm|| 6" || 5+ || - || 3 || 3 || 3 || 3 || 4 || 7+
|}
<br style="clear: both; height: 0px;" />
:This unit contains 3 Thanolekgolo Swarms. The unit may contain 3 additional Thanolekgolo Swarms (Power Rating +2) or 6 additional Thanolekgolo Swarms (Power Rating +4).
:'''Abilities''':
*Technological Consumption: Against VEHICLES, this unit gains a +2 bonus to hit and wound rolls.
:'''Faction Keywords''': COVENANT
:'''Keywords''': SWARMS, LEKGOLO

===Shade Turrets===
Power 3, Points per model 35
{| border=1 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=4 align=left
|- valign=top
! Name !! M !! WS !! BS !! S !! T !! W !! A !! Ld !! Sv
|-
| Shade Turret|| 0" || - || 4+ || 4 || 4 || 3 || - || 5 || 3+
|}
<br style="clear: both; height: 0px;" />
:This unit contains 1 Shade Turret. The unit may contain 1 additional Shade Turret (Power Rating +3) or 2 additional Shade Turrets (Power Rating +6). Each Shade Turret is armed with a Heavy Plasma Cannon.
:'''Wargear Options''':
*Any Shade Turret may exchange its Heavy Plasma Cannon for a:
:-Twin Plasma Cannon: +5pts
:-Fuel Rod Cannon: Free
*Any Shade Turret may be equipped with a Guardian Shield
:'''Abilities''':
*Artillery Battery: The first time this unit is setup, all models in this unit must be placed within 6" of each other. From that point onwards, each operates independently and is treated as a separate unit for all rules purposes.
*Explodes: If this model is reduced to 0 wounds, roll a D6 before removing it from the battlefield. On a 6+ it explodes, and each unit within 6" suffers D3 mortal wounds.
*Skyfire: Add 1 to all hit rolls made for this model against targets that can FLY. Subtract 1 from the hit rolls made for this model against all other targets.
:'''Faction Keywords''': COVENANT
:'''Keywords''': VEHICLE, ARTILLERY

==Dedicated Transports==
===Orbital Insertion Pod===
Power 1, Points per model 30
{| border=1 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=4 align=left
|- valign=top
! Name !! M !! WS !! BS !! S !! T !! W !! A !! Ld !! Sv
|-
| Orbital Insertion Pod|| 0" || - || - || 5 || 5 || 6 || - || 8 || 3+
|}
<br style="clear: both; height: 0px;" />
:A Orbital Insertion Pod is a single model.
:'''Abilities''':
*Strategic Insertion: During deployment, you can set up this model, along with any units embarked within it, in orbit instead of placing it on the battlefield. At the end of any of your Movement phases this model can perform a strategic insertion – set it up anywhere on the battlefield that is more than 9" away from any enemy models. Any models embarked inside must immediately disembark, but they must be set up more than 9" away from any enemy models. Any models that cannot be setup because there is not enough room are slain.
*Immobile: After this model has been set up on the battlefield it cannot move for any reason, and no units can embark upon it.
:'''Transport Capacity''': This model can transport 5 COVENANT INFANTRY models with the exception of MEGALEKGOLO.
:'''Faction Keywords''': COVENANT
:'''Keywords''': VEHICLE, TRANSPORT

===Shadow===
Power 5, Points per model 90
{| border=1 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=4 align=left
|- valign=top
! Name !! M !! WS !! BS !! S !! T !! W !! A !! Ld !! Sv
|-
| Shadow|| * || 6+ || * || 6 || 7 || 10 || * || 7 || 3+
|}
<br style="clear: both; height: 0px;" />
{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Remaining W
! M
! BS
! A
|-
| 6+
| 12"
| 4+
| 3
|-
| 3-5
| 6"
| 5+
| D3
|-
| 1-2
| 3"
| 6+
| 1
|}
:A Shadow is a single model equipped with a Heavy Plasma Cannon.
:'''Options''': May exchange its Heavy Plasma Cannon for a:
:-Twin Plasma Cannon: +5pts
:-Fuel Rod Cannon: Free
:'''Abilities''':
*Explodes: If this model is reduced to 0 wounds, roll a D6 before removing it from the battlefield and before any embarked models disembark. On a 6 it explodes, and each unit within 6" suffers D3 mortal wounds.
:'''Transport Capacity''': This model can transport 12 COVENANT INFANTRY models with the exception of MEGALEKGOLO.
:'''Faction Keywords''': COVENANT
:'''Keywords''': VEHICLE, TRANSPORT

===Umbra===
Power 5, Points per model 115
{| border=1 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=4 align=left
|- valign=top
! Name !! M !! WS !! BS !! S !! T !! W !! A !! Ld !! Sv
|-
| Umbra|| * || 6+ || * || 6 || 8 || 11 || * || 7 || 3+
|}
<br style="clear: both; height: 0px;" />
{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Remaining W
! M
! BS
! A
|-
| 6+
| 12"
| 4+
| 3
|-
| 3-5
| 6"
| 5+
| D3
|-
| 1-2
| 3"
| 6+
| 1
|}
:A Umbra is a single model equipped with a Heavy Plasma Cannon.
:'''Options''': May exchange its Heavy Plasma Cannon for a:
:-Twin Plasma Cannon: +5pts
:-Fuel Rod Cannon: Free
:'''Abilities''':
*Explodes: If this model is reduced to 0 wounds, roll a D6 before removing it from the battlefield and before any embarked models disembark. On a 6 it explodes, and each unit within 6" suffers D3 mortal wounds.
:'''Transport Capacity''': This model can transport 20 COVENANT INFANTRY models.
:'''Faction Keywords''': COVENANT
:'''Keywords''': VEHICLE, TRANSPORT

===Deployment Carapace===
Power 6, Points per model 100
{| border=1 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=4 align=left
|- valign=top
! Name !! M !! WS !! BS !! S !! T !! W !! A !! Ld !! Sv
|-
| Deployment Carapace|| 0" || - || - || 7 || 7 || 10 || - || 8 || 3+
|}
<br style="clear: both; height: 0px;" />
:A Deployment Carapace is a single model.
:'''Abilities''':
*Strategic Insertion: During deployment, you can set up this model, along with any units embarked within it, in orbit instead of placing it on the battlefield. At the end of any of your Movement phases this model can perform a strategic insertion – set it up anywhere on the battlefield that is more than 9" away from any enemy models. Any models embarked inside must immediately disembark, but they must be set up more than 9" away from any enemy models. Any models that cannot be setup because there is not enough room are slain.
*Immobile: After this model has been set up on the battlefield it cannot move for any reason, and no units can embark upon it.
*Return to Ship: During the movement phase the Deployment Carapace may return to its ship, in which another unit in reserves then embarks on it and it can then perform another strategic insertion.
:'''Transport Capacity''': This model can transport 20 COVENANT INFANTRY models. MEGALEKGOLO take up 3 models.
:'''Faction Keywords''': COVENANT
:'''Keywords''': VEHICLE, TRANSPORT

==Elites==
===Hunter (Mgalekgolo) Bond===
Power 7, Points per model 40
{| border=1 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=4 align=left
|- valign=top
! Name !! M !! WS !! BS !! S !! T !! W !! A !! Ld !! Sv
|-
| Hunter|| 5" || 3+ || 4+ || 5 || 5 || 3 || 3 || 9 || 3+
|}
<br style="clear: both; height: 0px;" />
:This unit contains 2 Hunters. It may contain up to two additional Hunters (Power +7) or up to four additional Hunters (Power +14). Each Hunter is armed with a Fuel Rod Cannon and Hunter's Shield.
:'''Weapon''':
{| border=1 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=4 align=left
|- valign=top
! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
| Hunter Shield|| Melee || Melee || +1 || -2 || 2 || -
|}
<br style="clear: both; height: 0px;" />
:'''Abilities''':
*Assault Cannon: A Hunter unit can only use a single ranged weapon per turn.
*Hunter Shield: A Hunter Shield grants a 4++ invulnerable save.
:'''Wargear Options''':
*Any Hunter may replace its Fuel Rod Cannon with a
:-Fuel Rod Beam: Free
:-Fuel Rod Storm: Free
*Any Hunter may take a:
:-Fuel Rod Beam: +10pts
:-Fuel Rod Storm: +10pts
:'''Faction Keywords''': COVENANT
:'''Keywords''': INFANTRY, MEGALEKGOLO, LEKGOLO

===Huragok (Engineer)===
Power 2, Points per model 25
{| border=1 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=4 align=left
|- valign=top
! Name !! M !! WS !! BS !! S !! T !! W !! A !! Ld !! Sv
|-
| Engineer|| 8" || 6+ || - || 3 || 4 || 4 || 1 || 4 || 7+
|}
<br style="clear: both; height: 0px;" />
:The Engineer is a single model armed with a Guardian Shield.
:'''Abilities''':
*'''Protection of the Hierachs''': Any allied model within 6" of the Engineer has a 6+ invulnerable save. If the model already has an invulnerable save then it is improved by 1.
*'''State of Grace''': At the end of your Movement phase this model can repair a single friendly COVENANT VEHICLE within 3". That model regains D3 lost wounds. A model may not be the target of the State of Grace ability more than once per turn, regardless of the source.
:'''Faction Keywords''': COVENANT
:'''Keywords''': CHARACTER, ENGINEER, FLY

===Special Operations Grunts===
Power 2, Points per model 5
{| border=1 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=4 align=left
|- valign=top
! Name !! M !! WS !! BS !! S !! T !! W !! A !! Ld !! Sv
|-
| SpecOps Grunt|| 5" || 5+ || 3+ || 2 || 3 || 1 || 1 || 6 || 6+
|}
<br style="clear: both; height: 0px;" />
:This unit contains 5 SpecOps Grunts armed with Plasma Pistols and Plasma grenades. The unit may contain 5 additional SpecOPs Grunts (Power Rating +1) or 10 additional Grunts (Power Rating +2)
:'''Wargear Options''':
*For every 5 Grunts, one Grunt may take an item from the Heavy Weapons list.
*Any Grunt may replace his Plasma Pistol with a Needler: +2pts
:'''Abilities''' - Active Camouflage: During deployment, you may setup this unit as hidden on the battlefield instead of placing him on the battlefield. At the end of any of your Movement phases, he may reveal himself – set them up anywhere on the battlefield that is more than 9" from any enemy models.
:'''Faction Keywords''': COVENANT
:'''Keywords''': INFANTRY, UNGGOY, SPECIAL OPERATIONS

===Special Operations Elites===
Power 8, Points per model 19
{| border=1 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=4 align=left
|- valign=top
! Name !! M !! WS !! BS !! S !! T !! W !! A !! Ld !! Sv
|-
| SpecOps Elite|| 6" || 3+ || 3+ || 4 || 3 || 1 || 2 || 7 || 3+
|}
<br style="clear: both; height: 0px;" />
:This unit contains 5 SpecOps Elites armed with Plasma Rifles and Plasma Grenades. The unit may contain 5 additional SpecOps Elites (Power Rating +7)
:'''Wargear Options''':
*Any SpecOps Elite may replace one or more of his Plasma Rifles for an item from the Standard Weapons or Precision Weapons lists.
*Any SpecOps Elite may take an additional Plasma Rifle: +3pts
:'''Abilities''':
*For the Great Journey!
*Active Camouflage: During deployment, you may setup this unit as hidden on the battlefield instead of placing him on the battlefield. At the end of any of your Movement phases, he may reveal himself – set them up anywhere on the battlefield that is more than 9" from any enemy models.
*Assault Harness: Models from this unit have a 5+ invulnerable save.
:'''Faction Keywords''': COVENANT
:'''Keywords''': INFANTRY, SANGHEILI, SPECIAL OPERATIONS

===Brute (Jiralhanae) Captain Pack===
Power 7, Points per model 16
{| border=1 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=4 align=left
|- valign=top
! Name !! M !! WS !! BS !! S !! T !! W !! A !! Ld !! Sv
|-
| Captain|| 5" || 3+ || 4+ || 4 || 4 || 1 || 3 || 7 || 3+
|}
<br style="clear: both; height: 0px;" />
:This unit contains 5 Brute Captains armed with Spikers and Spike Grenades. The unit may contain 5 additional Brute Captains (Power Rating +7).
:'''Wargear Options''':
*Any Captain may replace his Spiker for an item from the Standard Weapons or Special Weapons list.
*Any Captain may take:
:-Firebombs: +2pts each
:-an additional Spiker: +3pts each
:'''Abilities''': For the Great Journey!
:'''Faction Keywords''': COVENANT
:'''Keywords''': INFANTRY, JIRALHANAE

===Brute (Jiralhanae) Stalker Pack===
Power 5, Points per model 18
{| border=1 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=4 align=left
|- valign=top
! Name !! M !! WS !! BS !! S !! T !! W !! A !! Ld !! Sv
|-
| Brute Stalker|| 5" || 3+ || 4+ || 4 || 4 || 1 || 2 || 7 || 4+
|}
<br style="clear: both; height: 0px;" />
:This unit contains 5 Brute Stalkers armed with Spikers and Spike Grenades. The unit may contain 5 additional Brute Stalkers (Power Rating +6).
:'''Wargear Options''':
*Any Brute may replace his Spiker for:
:-a Plasma Rifle: Free
:-a Plasma Repeater: Free
:-a Mauler: Free
:-a Brute Shot: +5pts each
*Any Brute may take:
:-an additional Spiker: +3pts each
:-Firebombs: +2pts each
:'''Abilities''':
*For the Great Journey!
*Active Camouflage: During deployment, you may setup this unit as hidden on the battlefield instead of placing him on the battlefield. At the end of any of your Movement phases, he may reveal himself – set them up anywhere on the battlefield that is more than 12" from any enemy models.
*Stealth Fields: Your opponent must subtract 1 from all hit rolls for attacks that target this unit.
:'''Faction Keywords''': COVENANT
:'''Keywords''': INFANTRY, JIRALHANAE

===Stealth Elite (Sangheili) Squad===
Power 7, Points per model 14
{| border=1 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=4 align=left
|- valign=top
! Name !! M !! WS !! BS !! S !! T !! W !! A !! Ld !! Sv
|-
| Stealth Elite|| 6" || 3+ || 3+ || 4 || 3 || 1 || 1 || 7 || 4+
|}
<br style="clear: both; height: 0px;" />
:This unit contains 5 Stealth Elites armed with Plasma Rifles and Plasma Grenades. The unit may contain 5 additional Stealth Elites (Power Rating +7)
:'''Wargear Options''':
*Any Elite may replace his Plasma Rifle for:
:-a Plasma Repeater: Free
:-a Plasma Pistol: Free
:-an Energy Sword: +15pts for the first Energy Sword, +5pts for the second Energy Sword
*Any Elite may take an additional Plasma Rifle: +3pts
:'''Abilities''':
*For the Great Journey!
*Active Camouflage: During deployment, you may setup this unit as hidden on the battlefield instead of placing him on the battlefield. At the end of any of your Movement phases, he may reveal himself – set them up anywhere on the battlefield that is more than 12" from any enemy models.
*Stealth Fields: Your opponent must subtract 1 from all hit rolls for attacks that target this unit.
:'''Faction Keywords''': COVENANT
:'''Keywords''': INFANTRY, SANGHEILI

==Fast Attack==
===Drone (Yanme'e) Swarm===
Power 4, Points per model 6
{| border=1 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=4 align=left
|- valign=top
! Name !! M !! WS !! BS !! S !! T !! W !! A !! Ld !! Sv
|-
| Drone|| 12" || 4+ || 4+ || 3 || 3 || 1 || 1 || 7 || 6+
|}
<br style="clear: both; height: 0px;" />
:This unit contains 10 Drones armed with Plasma Pistols. The unit may contain 10 additional Drones (Power Rating +4) or 20 additional Drones (Power Rating +8)
:'''Wargear Options''': Any Drone may replace their Plasma Pistol with a:
*Plasma Rifle: Free
*Needler: +2pts
:'''Abilities''':
*Swarm: If this unit contains 20 or more models, you can re-roll wound rolls of 1 when it shoots or fights.
:'''Faction Keywords''': COVENANT
:'''Keywords''': INFANTRY, FLY, YAN'ME

===Skirmisher (T'vaoan) Lance===
Power 4, Points per model 11
{| border=1 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=4 align=left
|- valign=top
! Name !! M !! WS !! BS !! S !! T !! W !! A !! Ld !! Sv
|-
| Skirmishers|| 7" || 4+ || 3+ || 3 || 3 || 1 || 1 || 6 || 5+
|}
<br style="clear: both; height: 0px;" />
:This unit contains 5 Skirmishers armed with Plasma Pistols. The unit may contain 5 additional Skirmishers (Power Rating +4) or 10 additional Skirmishers (Power Rating +8).
:'''Wargear Options''':
*Any Skirmisher may take an item from the Jackal weapons list.
*A Skirmisher equipped with a Plasma Pistol or Needler may take a Skirmisher Gauntlet.
:'''Abilities''':
*Swift: At the start of the first battle round but before the first turn begins, you can move this unit up to 8". It cannot end this move within 9" of any enemy models. If both players have units that can do this, the player who is taking the first turn moves their units first.
:'''Faction Keywords''': COVENANT
:'''Keywords''': CHARACTER, INFANTRY, KIG'YAR

===Brute (Jiralhanae) Jumppack Squad===
Power 6, Points per model 16
{| border=1 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=4 align=left
|- valign=top
! Name !! M !! WS !! BS !! S !! T !! W !! A !! Ld !! Sv
|-
| Jumppack Brute|| 12" || 3+ || 4+ || 4 || 4 || 1 || 2 || 7 || 4+
|}
<br style="clear: both; height: 0px;" />
:This unit contains 5 Jumppack Brutes armed with Spikers and Spike Grenades. The unit may contain 5 additional Jumppack Brutes (Power Rating +5).
:'''Wargear Options''':
*Any Jumppack Brute may replace his Spiker for an item from the Standard Weapons list.
*Any Jumppack Brute may take:
:-Firebombs: +2pts each
:-an additional Spiker: +3pts each
:'''Abilities''':
*For the Great Journey!
*Phantom Strike: During deployment, you can set up a unit of Jumppack Brutes in a Phantom, instead of placing them on the battlefield. If you do so, they can Phantom Strike at the end of any of your Movement phases – set them up anywhere that is more than 9" from any enemy models.
:'''Faction Keywords''': COVENANT
:'''Keywords''': INFANTRY, JIRALHANAE, FLY, JUMP PACK

===Elite (Sangheili) Ranger Squad===
Power 6, Points per model 14
{| border=1 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=4 align=left
|- valign=top
! Name !! M !! WS !! BS !! S !! T !! W !! A !! Ld !! Sv
|-
| Elite Rangers|| 8" || 3+ || 3+ || 4 || 3 || 1 || 1 || 7 || 4+
|}
<br style="clear: both; height: 0px;" />
:This unit contains 5 Elite Rangers armed with Plasma Rifles and Plasma Grenades. The unit may contain 5 additional Elite Rangers (Power Rating +5).
:'''Wargear Options''':
*Any Elite may replace his Plasma Rifle for a:
:-Plasma Repeater: Free
:-Plasma Pistol: Free
:-Covenant Carbine: +2pts
:-Needle Rifle: +2pts
:-Focus Rifle: +5pts
*Any Elite may take an additional Plasma Rifle: +3pts
:'''Abilities''':
*For the Great Journey!
*Phantom Strike: During deployment, you can set up a unit of Elite Rangers in a Phantom, instead of placing them on the battlefield. If you do so, they can Phantom Strike at the end of any of your Movement phases – set them up anywhere that is more than 9" from any enemy models.
*Ranger Harness: Grants a 6+ invulnerable save.
:'''Faction Keywords''': COVENANT
:'''Keywords''': INFANTRY, SANGHEILI, FLY

===Ghost Squadron===
Power 3, Point per model 55
{| border=1 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=4 align=left
|- valign=top
! Name !! M !! WS !! BS !! S !! T !! W !! A !! Ld !! Sv
|-
| Ghost|| 16" || 4+ || 4+ || 4 || 4 || 3 || 1 || 6 || 4+
|}
<br style="clear: both; height: 0px;" />
:This units contains 3 Ghosts armed with a Twin Plasma Cannon. They unit may contain 3 additional Ghosts (Power Rating +3) or 6 additional Ghosts (Power Rating +6).
:'''Wargear Options''':
*Any Ghost may be equipped with a Guardian Shield: +5pts
:'''Abilities''':
*For The Great Journey
*Scouting Vehicle: During deployment, you can set up a unit of Ghosts on the army’s flanks instead of placing it on the battlefield. At the end of any of your Movement phases, the Ghosts can race in to encircle the foe – set them up so that each model is touching a battlefield edge and is more than 9" away from any enemy models.
:'''Faction Keywords''': COVENANT
:'''Keywords''': BIKER, SANGHEILI

===Chopper Squadron===
Power 3, Points per model 65
{| border=1 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=4 align=left
|- valign=top
! Name !! M !! WS !! BS !! S !! T !! W !! A !! Ld !! Sv
|-
| Chopper|| 14" || 4+ || 5+ || 4 || 5 || 2 || 2 || 6 || 4+
|}
<br style="clear: both; height: 0px;" />
:This units contains 3 Choppers armed with a 35mm Autocannon and Ramming Targe. They unit may contain 3 additional Choppers (Power Rating +3) or 6 additional Choppers (Power Rating +3).
{| border=1 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=4 align=left
|- valign=top
! Name !! Range!! S !! AP !! Damage !! Type
|-
| 35mm Autocannon|| 24" || 6 || -1 || 1 || Rapid Fire 3
|-
| Ramming Targe || Melee || 7 || -1 || 2 || This weapon can only be used on the turn that the bearer charges.
|}
<br style="clear: both; height: 0px;" />
:'''Abilities''':
*Ramming Speed!: At the end of a movement phase where this unit advanced, it can declare ramming speed. This unit cannot shoot in the shooting phase, but in the charge phase it may add 5” to the total charge distance.
*Steady in the Saddle: This unit ignores penalties for moving and firing heavy weapons.
*For the Great Journey!
*Outriders: During deployment, you can set up a unit of Choppers on the army’s flanks instead of placing it on the battlefield. At the end of any of your Movement phases, the Choppers can race in to encircle the foe – set them up so that each model is touching a battlefield edge and is more than 9" away from any enemy models.
:'''Faction Keywords''': COVENANT
:'''Keywords''': BIKER, JIRALHANAE

===Rapid Assault Squadron===
Power 3, Points per model 45
{| border=1 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=4 align=left
|- valign=top
! Name !! M !! WS !! BS !! S !! T !! W !! A !! Ld !! Sv
|-
| Revenant/Spectre|| 15" || 4+ || 4+ || 4 || 6 || 6 || 2 || 7 || 4+
|}
<br style="clear: both; height: 0px;" />
:This unit contains 1 Revenant or Spectre. It can include 1 additional Revenant or Spectre (Power Rating +3) or 2 additional Revenants or Spectres (Power Rating +6). Revenants are armed with a Plasma Mortar and Spectres are armed with a Plasma Cannon.
:'''Wargear Options''':
*Any Spectre may take two side gunners, each armed with a:
:-Concussion Rifle: +10pts
:-Fuel Rod Gun: +20pts
:-Plasma Launcher: +50pts
*Any Revenant may take a passenger gunner armed with a:
:-Concussion Rifle: +5pts
:-Fuel Rod Gun: +10pts
:-Plasma Launcher: +25pts
:'''Abilities''':
*Explodes: If this model is reduced to 0 wounds, roll a D6 before removing it from the battlefield. On a 6+ it explodes, and each unit within 6" suffers 1 mortal wound.
*Evasive: If this model moved over 10" in its last Movement phase, it gains a 5+ invulnerable save.
:'''Faction Keywords''': COVENANT
:'''Keywords''': VEHICLE

===Prowler Squadron===
Power 3, Points per model 65
{| border=1 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=4 align=left
|- valign=top
! Name !! M !! WS !! BS !! S !! T !! W !! A !! Ld !! Sv
|-
| Prowler|| 12" || 4+ || 5+ || 4 || 6 || 10 || 4 || 7 || 3+
|}
<br style="clear: both; height: 0px;" />
:This unit contains 1 Prowler. It can include 1 additional Prowler (Power Rating +3) or 2 additional Prowlers (Power Rating +6). Prowlers are armed with a Plasma Cannon.
:'''Options''':
*Any Prowler may take two side gunners, each armed with a:
:-Brute Shot: +10pts
:-Fuel Rod Gun: +20pts
:-Plasma Launcher: +50pts
:'''Abilities''':
*Explodes: If this model is reduced to 0 wounds, roll a D6 before removing it from the battlefield. On a 6+ it explodes, and each unit within 6" suffers 1 mortal wound.
:'''Faction Keywords''': COVENANT
:'''Keywords''': VEHICLE

==Flyers==
===Banshee===
Power 4, Points per model 90
{| border=1 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=4 align=left
|- valign=top
! Name !! M !! WS !! BS !! S !! T !! W !! A !! Ld !! Sv
|-
| Banshee|| 20-35" || 6+ || 4+ || 4 || 6 || 6 || 2 || 7 || 4+
|}
<br style="clear: both; height: 0px;" />
:This unit contains one Banshee equipped with a Twin Plasma Cannon and a Fuel Rod Cannon. It can include 1 additional Banshee (Power Rating +4) or 2 additional Banshees (Power Rating +8).
:'''Wargear Option''': Any Banshee may take a layer of Vehicular Energy Shielding: +20pts
:'''Abilities''':
*Airborne: This model cannot charge, can only be charged by units that can FLY, and can only attack or be attacked in the Fight phase by units that can FLY.
*Supersonic: Each time this model moves, first pivot it on the spot up to 90° (this does not contribute to how far the model moves), and then move the model straight forwards. Note that it cannot pivot again after the initial pivot. When this model Advances, increase its Move characteristic by 20" until the end of the phase –do not roll a dice.
*Hard to Hit: Your opponent must subtract 1 from hit rolls for attacks that target this model in the Shooting phase.
*Strafing Run: You can add 1 to hit rolls for this model when targeting an enemy in the Shooting phase that cannot FLY.
*Gravitic Propulsion: Before this model moves in your Movement phase, you can declare it will hover. Its Move characteristic becomes 20" until the end of the phase, and it loses the Hard to Hit and Supersonic abilities until the beginning of your next Movement phase.
*Crash and Burn: If this model is reduced to 0 wounds, roll a D6 before removing the model from the battlefield; on a 6 it crashes and explodes, and each unit within 6" suffers D3 mortal wounds.
*Banshee Squadron: The first time this unit is setup, all models in this unit must be placed within 6" of each other. From that point onwards, each operates independently and is treated as a separate unit for all rules purposes.
:'''Faction Keywords''': COVENANT
:'''Keywords''': VEHICLE, FLY, AIRCRAFT

===Vampire===
Power 9, Points per model 120
{| border=1 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=4 align=left
|- valign=top
! Name !! M !! WS !! BS !! S !! T !! W !! A !! Ld !! Sv
|-
| Vampire|| * || 6+ || * || 6 || 7 || 10 || * || 7 || 3+
|}
<br style="clear: both; height: 0px;" />
{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Remaining W
! M
! BS
! A
|-
| 6-10+
| 20-60"
| 3+
| 3
|-
| 3-5
| 20-40"
| 4+
| D3
|-
| 1-2
| 20-25"
| 5+
| 1
|}
:This unit contains one Vampire equipped with a Stasis Cannon, Heavy Needler and two Plasma Cannons.
:'''Weapons''':
{| border=1 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=4 align=left
|- valign=top
! Name !! Range !! S !! AP !! Damage !! Type !! Abilities
|-
| Stasis Beam|| 36" || 5 || -2 || 2 || Heavy D6 || Blast. This weapon gains +1 to hit against AIRCRAFT units. Each time an attack is made with this weapon, on an unmodified wound roll of 6, the attack inflicts 2 mortal wounds on the target.
|}
<br style="clear: both; height: 0px;" />
:'''Abilities''':
*Airborne: This model cannot charge, can only be charged by units that can FLY, and can only attack or be attacked in the Fight phase by units that can FLY.
*Supersonic: Each time this model moves, first pivot it on the spot up to 90° (this does not contribute to how far the model moves), and then move the model straight forwards. Note that it cannot pivot again after the initial pivot. When this model Advances, increase its Move characteristic by 20" until the end of the phase –do not roll a dice.
*Hard to Hit: Your opponent must subtract 1 from hit rolls for attacks that target this model in the Shooting phase.
*Vampire: You can add 1 to hit rolls for this model when targeting an enemy in the Shooting phase that can FLY.
*Gravitic Propulsion: Before this model moves in your Movement phase, you can declare it will hover. Its Move characteristic becomes 20" until the end of the phase, and it loses the Hard to Hit and Supersonic abilities until the beginning of your next Movement phase.
*Crash and Burn: If this model is reduced to 0 wounds, roll a D6 before removing the model from the battlefield; on a 6 it crashes and explodes, and each unit within 6" suffers D3 mortal wounds.
:'''Faction Keywords''': COVENANT
:'''Keywords''': VEHICLE, FLY, AIRCRAFT

===Phantom===
Power 10, Points per model 185
{| border=1 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=4 align=left
|- valign=top
! Name !! M !! WS !! BS !! S !! T !! W !! A !! Ld !! Sv
|-
| Phantom|| * || 6+ || * || 8 || 7 || 14 || * || 8 || 3+
|}
<br style="clear: both; height: 0px;" />
{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Remaining W
! M
! BS
! A
|-
| 8-14+
| 20-45"
| 4+
| 3
|-
| 4-7
| 20-30"
| 5+
| D3
|-
| 1-3
| 20"
| 6+
| 1
|}
:This unit contains one Phantom equipped with a Heavy Plasma Cannon.
:'''Wargear Options''': May take two sponson-mounted:
*Plasma Cannons: +20pts
*Heavy Plasma Cannons: +30pts
:'''Abilities''':
*Airborne: This model cannot charge, can only be charged by units that can FLY, and can only attack or be attacked in the Fight phase by units that can FLY.
*Supersonic: Each time this model moves, first pivot it on the spot up to 90° (this does not contribute to how far the model moves), and then move the model straight forwards. Note that it cannot pivot again after the initial pivot. When this model Advances, increase its Move characteristic by 20" until the end of the phase –do not roll a dice.
*Hard to Hit: Your opponent must subtract 1 from hit rolls for attacks that target this model in the Shooting phase.
*Gravitic Propulsion: Before this model moves in your Movement phase, you can declare it will hover. Its Move characteristic becomes 20" until the end of the phase, and it loses the Airborne, Hard to Hit and Supersonic abilities until the beginning of your next Movement phase.
*Crash and Burn: If this model is reduced to 0 wounds, roll a D6 before removing it from the battlefield and before any embarked models disembark. On a 6 it explodes, and each unit within 6" suffers D3 mortal wounds.
*Heavy Transport: This model does not suffer the penalty for shooting Heavy weapons on a turn in which it has moved.
:'''Transport Capacity''': This model can transport 16 COVENANT INFANTRY models and 1 COVENANT VEHICLE model. Each MEGALEKGOLO takes the space of three infantry models. TITANIC and AIRCRAFT models cannot be transported.
:'''Faction Keywords''': COVENANT
:'''Keywords''': VEHICLE, FLY, AIRCRAFT

===Spirit Dropship===
Power 12, Points per model 315
{| border=1 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=4 align=left
|- valign=top
! Name !! M !! WS !! BS !! S !! T !! W !! A !! Ld !! Sv
|-
| Spirit|| * || 6+ || * || 8 || 7 || 20 || 3 || 8 || 3+
|}
<br style="clear: both; height: 0px;" />
{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Remaining W
! M
! BS
|-
| 11-20+
| 20-45"
| 4+
|-
| 5-10
| 20-30"
| 5+
|-
| 1-4
| 20"
| 6+
|}
:This unit contains one Spirit equipped with a Heavy Plasma Cannon.
:'''Abilities''':
*Airborne: This model cannot charge, can only be charged by units that can FLY, and can only attack or be attacked in the Fight phase by units that can FLY.
*Supersonic: Each time this model moves, first pivot it on the spot up to 90° (this does not contribute to how far the model moves), and then move the model straight forwards. Note that it cannot pivot again after the initial pivot. When this model Advances, increase its Move characteristic by 20" until the end of the phase –do not roll a dice.
*Hard to Hit: Your opponent must subtract 1 from hit rolls for attacks that target this model in the Shooting phase.
*Gravitic Propulsion: Before this model moves in your Movement phase, you can declare it will hover. Its Move characteristic becomes 20" until the end of the phase, and it loses the Airborne, Hard to Hit and Supersonic abilities until the beginning of your next Movement phase.
*Crash and Burn: If this model is reduced to 0 wounds, roll a D6 before removing it from the battlefield and before any embarked models disembark. On a 6 it explodes, and each unit within 6" suffers D6 mortal wounds.
*Heavy Transport: This model does not suffer the penalty for shooting Heavy weapons on a turn in which it has moved.
:'''Transport Capacity''': This model can transport 30 COVENANT INFANTRY models and 2 COVENANT VEHICLE models. Each MEGALEKGOLO takes the space of three infantry models. TITANIC and AIRCRAFT models cannot be transported.
:'''Faction Keywords''': COVENANT
:'''Keywords''': VEHICLE, FLY, AIRCRAFT

==Heavy Support==
===Heavy Grunt Squad===
Power 2, Points per model 4
{| border=1 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=4 align=left
|- valign=top
! Name !! M !! WS !! BS !! S !! T !! W !! A !! Ld !! Sv
|-
| Heavy Grunt|| 5" || 5+ || 4+ || 2 || 3 || 1 || 1 || 5 || 6+
|}
<br style="clear: both; height: 0px;" />
:This unit consists of 5 Heavy Grunts armed with Plasma Pistols. It may include 5 additional Heavy Grunts (Power Rating +2).
:'''Wargear Options''': Every model MUST take a weapon from the Special Weapons list.
:'''Faction Keywords''': COVENANT
:'''Keywords''': INFANTRY, UNGGOY

===Heavy Elite Squad===
Power 7, Points per model 13
{| border=1 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=4 align=left
|- valign=top
! Name !! M !! WS !! BS !! S !! T !! W !! A !! Ld !! Sv
|-
| Elite Ultra|| 6" || 3+ || 3+ || 4 || 3 || 1 || 2 || 7 || 3+
|}
<br style="clear: both; height: 0px;" />
:This unit consists of 5 Elite Ultras armed with Concussion Rifles.
:'''Wargear Options''':
*Any Elite may replace their Concussion Rifle with a Fuel Rod Gun: +5pts
*One Elite may replace his Concussion Rifle with a Plasma Launcher: +25pts
:'''Abilities''':
*For the Great Journey!
*Assault Harness: Grants a 5+ invulnerable save.
:'''Faction Keywords''': COVENANT
:'''Keywords''': INFANTRY, SANGHEILI

===Wraith===
Power 11, Points per model 170
{| border=1 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=4 align=left
|- valign=top
! Name !! M !! WS !! BS !! S !! T !! W !! A !! Ld !! Sv
|-
| Wraith|| * || 6+ || * || 7 || 8 || 12 || * || 7 || 3+
|}
<br style="clear: both; height: 0px;" />
{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Remaining W
! M
! BS
! A
|-
| 7-12+
| 10"
| 4+
| 3
|-
| 4-6
| 7"
| 5+
| D3
|-
| 1-3
| 4"
| 6+
| 1
|}
:This unit contains one Wraith equipped with a Heavy Plasma Mortar.
:'''Wargear''':
{| border=1 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=4 align=left
|- valign=top
! Name !! Range !! S !! AP !! Damage !! Type !! Abilities
|-
| Heavy Plasma Mortar|| 48" || 8 || -3 || 3 || Heavy D3+3 || Blast. This weapon can target units that are not visible to the bearer. Each time an attack is made with this weapon, the target does not receive the benefits of Light Cover against that attack.
|}
<br style="clear: both; height: 0px;" />
:'''Wargear Options''':
*Any Wraith may replace its Heavy Plasma Mortar with Twin Fuel Rod Pods: Free
*Any Wraith may take a Pintle-Mounted:
**Plasma Cannon: +10pts
**Twin Plasma Cannon: +15pts
*May take a layer of Vehicular Energy Shielding: +20pts
:'''Abilities''':
*Heavy Skimmer: This model does not suffer the penalty for shooting Heavy weapons on a turn in which it has moved.
*Explodes: If this model is reduced to 0 wounds, roll a D6 before removing it from the battlefield. On a 6+ it explodes, and each unit within 6" suffers D3 mortal wounds.
:'''Faction Keywords''': COVENANT
:'''Keywords''': VEHICLE

===Locust===
Power 10, Points per model 100
{| border=1 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=4 align=left
|- valign=top
! Name !! M !! WS !! BS !! S !! T !! W !! A !! Ld !! Sv
|-
| Locust|| 6" || 4+ || 3+ || 5 || 7 || 8 || 2 || 7 || 3+
|}
<br style="clear: both; height: 0px;" />
:This unit contains one Locust equipped with a Boring Laser and two Layers of Vehicular Energy Shielding.
{| border=1 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=4 align=left
|- valign=top
! Name !! Range!! S !! AP !! Damage !! Type !! Abilities
|-
| Boring Laser|| 36" || 7 || -2 || 3 || Heavy 3 || -
|}
<br style="clear: both; height: 0px;" />
:'''Wargear Options''': May take one more layer of Vehicular Energy Shielding: +20pts
:'''Abilities''':
*Overdrive: The Locust pilot may drain energy from the vehicle's shields in order to increase the strength of the Boring Laser. For every layer of shielding the player disables until his next shooting phase, improve the Strength, AP and Damage of the shot by 1.
*Explodes: If this model is reduced to 0 wounds, roll a D6 before removing it from the battlefield. On a 6+ it explodes, and each unit within 6" suffers D3 mortal wounds.
:'''Faction Keywords''': COVENANT
:'''Keywords''': VEHICLE

===Sharquoi===
Power 6, Points per model 82
{| border=1 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=4 align=left
|- valign=top
! Name !! M !! WS !! BS !! S !! T !! W !! A !! Ld !! Sv
|-
| Sharquoi|| 6" || 4+ || - || 6 || 7 || 8 || 4 || 7 || 3+
|}
<br style="clear: both; height: 0px;" />
:This unit contains one Sharquoi. It may include 1 additional Sharquoi (Power Rating +6) or 2 additional Sharquoi (Power Rating +12). Each Sharquoi is equipped with Spike Fists.
{| border=1 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=4 align=left
|- valign=top
! Name !! Range!! S !! AP !! Damage !! Type !! Abilities
|-
| Spike Fists|| Melee || x2 || -3 || 3 || Melee || When attacking with this weapon, you must subtract 1 from the hit roll.
|}
<br style="clear: both; height: 0px;" />
:'''Faction Keywords''': COVENANT
:'''Keywords''': MONSTER

===Goblin===
Power 6, Points per model 95
{| border=1 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=4 align=left
|- valign=top
! Name !! M !! WS !! BS !! S !! T !! W !! A !! Ld !! Sv
|-
| Goblin|| 8" || 4+ || 3+ || 5 || 5 || 5 || 3 || 6 || 3+
|}
<br style="clear: both; height: 0px;" />
:This unit contains one Goblin armed with a Power Fist, Concussion Rifle, Fuel Rod Beam and Shardstorm Launcher. It may include 1 additional Goblin (Power Rating +6) or 2 additional Goblins (Power Rating +12)
:'''Wargear''':
{| border=1 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=4 align=left
|- valign=top
! Name !! Range !! S !! AP !! Damage !! Type !! Abilities
|-
| Shardstorm Launcher|| 12" || 6 || -1 || 1 || Heavy 8 || Each time you make a wound roll of 6+ for this weapon, that hit is resolved with an AP of -3. All failed To Hit rolls made with this weapon may be re-rolled.
|-
| Plasmablaster Launcher|| 12" || 4 || -1 || 1 || Heavy 8D3 || Blast, All failed To Hit rolls made with this weapon may be re-rolled.
|-
| Power Fist|| Melee || x2 || -3 || D3 || Melee || -
|}
<br style="clear: both; height: 0px;" />
:'''Wargear Options''':
*The Goblin may swap any of its Fuel Rod Beams for a Heavy Needler: Free
*The Goblin may swap its Shardstorm Launcher with a Plasmablaster Launcher: Free
:'''Abilities''' - Explodes: If this model is reduced to 0 wounds, roll a D6 before removing it from the battlefield. On a 6+ it explodes, and each unit within 6" suffers D3 mortal wounds.
:'''Faction Keywords''': COVENANT
:'''Keywords''': VEHICLE, FLY, JET PACK

==Lords of War==
===Lich===
Power 75, Points per model 1500
{| border=1 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=4 align=left
|- valign=top
! Name !! M !! WS !! BS !! S !! T !! W !! A !! Ld !! Sv
|-
| Lich|| * || 6+ || * || 8 || 8 || 80 || * || 8 || 3+
|}
<br style="clear: both; height: 0px;" />
{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Remaining W
! M
! BS
! A
|-
| 61-80+
| 20-60"
| 2+
| 12
|-
| 41-60
| 20-45"
| 3+
| 9
|-
| 21-40
| 20-30"
| 4+
| 6
|-
| 1-20
| 20-25"
| 5+
| 3
|}
:This unit contains one Lich equipped with a Plasma Beam and four Plasma Cannons.
:'''Abilities''':
*Airborne: This model cannot charge, can only be charged by units that can FLY, and can only attack or be attacked in the Fight phase by units that can FLY.
*Hard to Hit: Your opponent must subtract 1 from hit rolls for attacks that target this model in the shooting phase.
*Supersonic: Each time this model moves, first pivot it on the spot up to 90° (this does not contribute to how far the model moves), and then move the model straight forwards. Note that it cannot pivot again after the initial pivot. When this model Advances, increase its Move characteristic by 20" until the end of the phase –do not roll a dice.
*Hard to Hit: Your opponent must subtract 1 from hit rolls for attacks that target this model in the Shooting phase.
*Gravitic Propulsion: Before this model moves in your Movement phase, you can declare it will hover. Its Move characteristic becomes 20" until the end of the phase, and it loses the Airborne, Hard to Hit and Supersonic abilities until the beginning of your next Movement phase.
*Crash and Burn: When this model is destroyed, roll one D6 before removing it from play. On a 4-5, it explodes and each unit within 2D6" sufferes D6 mortal wounds. On a 6, it explodes and each unit within 3D6" suffers 2D3 mortal wounds.
:'''Transport Capacity''': This model can transport 40 COVENANT INFANTRY. Each MEGALEKGOLO takes the space of three infantry models.
:'''Faction Keywords''': COVENANT
:'''Keywords''': VEHICLE, AIRCRAFT, FLY, TITANIC, TRANSPORT

===Protos Scarab===
Power 50, Points per model 1000
{| border=1 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=4 align=left
|- valign=top
! Name !! M !! WS !! BS !! S !! T !! W !! A !! Ld !! Sv
|-
| Protos Scarab|| * || * || * || 8 || 8 || 80 || 4 || 10 || 2+
|}
<br style="clear: both; height: 0px;" />
{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Remaining W
! M
! WS
! BS
|-
| 61+
| 20"
| 4+
| 3+
|-
| 41-60
| 16"
| 5+
| 4+
|-
| 21-40
| 12"
| 5+
| 4+
|-
| 1-20
| 8"
| 6+
| 5+
|}
:This unit contains one Protos Scarab equipped with a Plasma Beam and two Heavy Plasma Repeaters. It may also crush its enemies beneath its Titanic Stride.
:'''Abilities''':
*Cataclysmic Explosion: If this model is reduced to 0 wounds, roll a D6 before removing the model from the battlefield. On a 5+, it suffers a cataclysmic explosion, and each unit within 3D6" suffers D6 mortal wounds.
*Flank Speed: When this model Advances, increase its Move characteristic by 12" instead of rolling a dice.
*Towering Monstrosity: A Scarab can Fall Back in the Movement phase and still charge during its turn. When a Scarab makes a Normal Move, Advances or Falls Back, it can be moved across other models (excluding VEHICLE or MONSTER models) as if they were not there, though at the end of its move it must be more than 1" away from all enemy units, and when it does, it can be moved within Engagement range of such models though cannot finish its move within engagement range of any of them.
*Orbital Deployment: During deployment, a Scarab can be set up in orbital deployment instead of setting it up on the battlefield. If you do, then in the Reinforcements step of one of your Movement phases you can set up this unit anywhere on the battlefield that is not within Engagement range of enemy models.
:'''Faction Keywords''': COVENANT
:'''Keywords''': VEHICLE, TITANIC

===Deutoros Scarab===
Power 80, Points per model 1600
{| border=1 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=4 align=left
|- valign=top
! Name !! M !! WS !! BS !! S !! T !! W !! A !! Ld !! Sv
|-
| Deutoros/Devastator Scarab|| * || * || * || 8 || 8 || 100 || 4 || 10 || 2+
|}
<br style="clear: both; height: 0px;" />
{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Remaining W
! M
! WS
! BS
|-
| 76+
| 18"
| 4+
| 3+
|-
| 51-75
| 14"
| 4+
| 4+
|-
| 26-50
| 10"
| 5+
| 4+
|-
| 1-25
| 6"
| 6+
| 5+
|}
:This unit contains one Scarab. Deutoros Scarabs are equipped with a Plasma Beam, Heavy Plasma Repeater and three Plasma Cannons. Devastator Scarabs are equipped with a Tyrant Gun. Either variant may also crush its enemies beneath its Titanic Stride.
:'''Abilities''':
*Cataclysmic Explosion: If this model is reduced to 0 wounds, roll a D6 before removing the model from the battlefield. On a 6+, it suffers a cataclysmic explosion, and each unit within 2D6" suffers D6 mortal wounds.
*Flank Speed: When this model Advances, increase its Move characteristic by 12" instead of rolling a dice.
*Towering Monstrosity: A Scarab can Fall Back in the Movement phase and still charge during its turn. When a Scarab makes a Normal Move, Advances or Falls Back, it can be moved across other models (excluding VEHICLE or MONSTER models) as if they were not there, though at the end of its move it must be more than 1" away from all enemy units, and when it does, it can be moved within Engagement range of such models though cannot finish its move within engagement range of any of them.
*Orbital Deployment: During deployment, a Scarab can be set up in orbital deployment instead of setting it up on the battlefield. If you do, then in the Reinforcements step of one of your Movement phases you can set up this unit anywhere on the battlefield that is not within Engagement range of enemy models.
:'''Faction Keywords''': COVENANT
:'''Keywords''': VEHICLE, TITANIC, LEKGOLO

===Harvester/Super Scarab===
Power 130, Points per model 2600
{| border=1 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=4 align=left
|- valign=top
! Name !! M !! WS !! BS !! S !! T !! W !! A !! Ld !! Sv
|-
| Harvester/Super Scarab|| * || * || * || 8 || 8 || 140 || 5 || 10 || 2+
|}
<br style="clear: both; height: 0px;" />
{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Remaining W
! M
! WS
! BS
|-
| 105+
| 15"
| 4+
| 3+
|-
| 71-105
| 9"
| 5+
| 4+
|-
| 36-70
| 6"
| 5+
| 4+
|-
| 1-35
| 3"
| 6+
| 5+
|}
:This unit contains one Harvester or Super Scarab. Harvesters are equipped with a Harvester Beam. Super Scarabs are equipped with a Heavy Plasma Beam and two Heavy Plasma Repeaters. Either variant may also crush its enemies beneath its Greater Titanic Stride.
:'''Wargear''':
{| border=1 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=4 align=left
|- valign=top
! Name !! Range !! S !! AP !! Damage !! Type !! Abilities
|-
| Heavy Plasma Beam || 72" || 16 || -4 || D6+3 || Heavy 3D3 || Blast
|-
| Harvester Beam || 48" || 16 || -4 || 8 || Heavy 2D6 || Blast. Each time an attack is made with this weapon targets a unit within half range, that attack has a Damage characteristic of 12.
|}
<br style="clear: both; height: 0px;" />
:'''Abilities''':
*Cataclysmic Explosion: If this model is reduced to 0 wounds, roll a D6 before removing the model from the battlefield. On a 5+, it suffers a cataclysmic explosion, and each unit within 3D6" suffers 2D6 mortal wounds.
*Titanic Gait: When this model Advances, increase its Move characteristic by 8" instead of rolling a dice.
*Transport Capacity: The Super Scarab can transport up to 30 COVENANT INFANTRY models and 2 VEHICLE models whilst the Harvester can transport 200 COVENANT INFANTRY models. Each MEGALEKGOLO takes the space of three infantry models. TITANIC models cannot be transported.
*Towering Monstrosity: A Scarab can Fall Back in the Movement phase and still charge during its turn. When a Scarab makes a Normal Move, Advances or Falls Back, it can be moved across other models (excluding VEHICLE or MONSTER models) as if they were not there, though at the end of its move it must be more than 1" away from all enemy units, and when it does, it can be moved within Engagement range of such models though cannot finish its move within engagement range of any of them.
:'''Faction Keywords''': COVENANT
:'''Keywords''': VEHICLE, TITANIC, TRANSPORT

===Draugr===
Power 125, Points per model 2400
{| border=1 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=4 align=left
|- valign=top
! Name !! M !! WS !! BS !! S !! T !! W !! A !! Ld !! Sv
|-
| Draugr|| * || * || * || 8 || 8 || 120 || 5 || 10 || 2+
|}
<br style="clear: both; height: 0px;" />
{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Remaining W
! M
! WS
! BS
|-
| 90+
| 18"
| 5+
| 3+
|-
| 60-90
| 12"
| 6+
| 3+
|-
| 35-60
| 9"
| 6+
| 4+
|-
| 1-35
| 6"
| 6+
| 5+
|}
:This unit contains one Draugr. Draugrs are equipped with five Boring Lasers and ten Layers of Vehicular Energy Shielding.
:'''Wargear''':
{| border=1 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=4 align=left
|- valign=top
! Name !! Range !! S !! AP !! Damage !! Type !! Abilities
|-
| Boring Laser|| 36" || 7 || -2 || 3 || Heavy 3 || -
|}
<br style="clear: both; height: 0px;" />
:'''Wargear Options''': May take up to five more layers of Vehicular Energy Shielding: +20pts each
:'''Abilities''':
*Cataclysmic Explosion: If this model is reduced to 0 wounds, roll a D6 before removing the model from the battlefield. On a 5+, it suffers a cataclysmic explosion, and each unit within 3D6" suffers 2D6 mortal wounds.
*Transport Capacity: This model can transport 100 COVENANT INFANTRY or VEHICLE models. Each MEGALEKGOLO takes the space of three infantry models. Each VEHICLE model takes the space of 10 infantry models. This model cannot transport TITANIC models.
*Overdrive: The Draugr pilot may drain energy from the vehicle's shields in order to increase the strength of a Boring Laser. For every layer of shielding the player disables until his next shooting phase, one Boring Laser may improve the Strength, AP and Damage of its shot by 1. The five Boring Lasers must be overdriven as evenly as possible.
:'''Faction Keywords''': COVENANT
:'''Keywords''': VEHICLE, TITANIC, TRANSPORT

===Kraken===
Power 130, Points per model 2600
{| border=1 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=4 align=left
|- valign=top
! Name !! M !! WS !! BS !! S !! T !! W !! A !! Ld !! Sv
|-
| Kraken|| * || * || 4+ || 9 || 9 || 200 || 4 || 10 || 2+
|}
<br style="clear: both; height: 0px;" />
{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Remaining W
! M
! WS
|-
| 151+
| 12"
| 4+
|-
| 101-150
| 10"
| 4+
|-
| 51-100
| 8"
| 5+
|-
| 1-50
| 6"
| 6+
|}
:This unit contains one Kraken equipped with 16 Heavy Plasma Cannons. It may also destroy enemies with a Focused Kick or crush them under its Greater Titanic Stride.
:'''Wargear''':
{| border=1 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=4 align=left
|- valign=top
! Name !! Range !! S !! AP !! Damage !! Type !! Abilities
|-
| Focused Kick || Melee || x2 || -5 || 12 || Melee || Any wound roll of a 6 made with this attack on any VEHICLE, MONSTER or BUILDING automatically inflicts an additional 2D6 mortal wounds on the target.
|}
<br style="clear: both; height: 0px;" />
:'''Wargear Options''':
*Any Heavy Plasma Cannon may be exchanged for a:
:-Twin Plasma Cannon: +5pts each
:-Fuel Rod Cannon: Free
:'''Abilities''':
*Cataclysmic Explosion: If this model is reduced to 0 wounds, roll a D6 before removing the model from the battlefield. On a 5+, it suffers a cataclysmic explosion, and each unit within 3D6" suffers 2D6 mortal wounds.
*Titanic Gait: When this model Advances, increase its Move characteristic by 8" instead of rolling a dice.
*Gargantuan Monstrosity: A Kraken can Fall Back in the Movement phase and still charge during its turn. When a Scarab makes a Normal Move, Advances or Falls Back, it can be moved across other models (excluding TITANIC models) as if they were not there, though at the end of its move it must be more than 1" away from all enemy units, and when it does, it can be moved within Engagement range of such models though cannot finish its move within engagement range of any of them.
:'''Transport Capacity''': This model can transport 250 COVENANT INFANTRY models and 16 COVENANT VEHICLE models. Each MEGALEKGOLO takes the space of three infantry models. TITANIC models cannot be transported.
:'''Faction Keywords''': COVENANT
:'''Keywords''': VEHICLE, TITANIC, TRANSPORT

===Khantolekgolo Behemoth===
Power 27, Points per model 550
{| border=1 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=4 align=left
|- valign=top
! Name !! M !! WS !! BS !! S !! T !! W !! A !! Ld !! Sv
|-
| Khantolekgolo|| * || 3+ || 3+ || * || * || 46 || 8 || 9 || 3+
|}
<br style="clear: both; height: 0px;" />
{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Remaining W
! M
! S
! A
|-
| 19+
| 10"
| 12
| 8
|-
| 10-18
| 8"
| 10
| 7
|-
| 1-9
| 6"
| 8
| 6
|}
:A Khantolekgolo Behemoth is a single model equipped with a Heavy Assault Cannon. It may also crush enemies under its huge feet.
:'''Wargear''':
{| border=1 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=4 align=left
|- valign=top
! Name !! Range !! S !! AP !! Damage !! Type !! Abilities
|-
| Heavy Assault Cannon || || || || || ||
|-
| Cannon || 48" || 6 || -2 || 1 || Heavy 6D6 || Blast
|-
| Beam || 48" || 8 || -4 || D3+3 || Heavy 6 || -
|-
| Storm || 72" || 4 || 0 || 1 || Heavy 60 || This weapon re-rolls failed To Hit rolls.
|-
| Huge Feet || Melee || User || -4 || D3+3 || Melee || -
|}
<br style="clear: both; height: 0px;" />
:'''Abilities''':
*Stampede!: Each time this model finishes a charge move, select one unit within engagement range of it and roll a D6; on a 2+ that unit suffers D6 mortal wounds.
*Gestalt Disperse: When this model is destroyed, roll one D6 before removing it from play. On a 6, it's gestalt disperses, and each unit within 6" suffers D6 mortal wounds.
*Gargantuan: A Khantolekgolo can Fall Back in the Movement phase and still charge during its turn. When a Khantolekgolo makes a Normal Move, Advances or Falls Back, it can be moved across other models (excluding VEHICLE or MONSTER models) as if they were not there.
:'''Faction Keywords''': COVENANT
:'''Keywords''': MONSTER, TITANIC, LEKGOLO

==Fortifications==
===Tyrant/Weevil===
Power 9, Points per model 190
{| border=1 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=4 align=left
|- valign=top
! Name !! M !! WS !! BS !! S !! T !! W !! A !! Ld !! Sv
|-
| Tyrant/Weevil|| 0" || - || 5+ || - || 9 || 20 || - || - || 3+
|}
<br style="clear: both; height: 0px;" />
:This unit contains one Tyrant or Weevil. Tyrants are equipped with a Tyrant Gun and Weevils are equipped with a Weevil Mortar.
:'''Wargear''':
{| border=1 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=4 align=left
|- valign=top
! Name !! Range !! S !! AP !! Damage !! Type !! Abilities
|-
| Weevil Mortar || 72" || 10 || -4 || 5 || Heavy 2D6 || Blast. This weapon can target units that are not visible to the bearer. Each time an attack is made with this weapon, the target does not receive the benefits of Light Cover against that attack.
|}
<br style="clear: both; height: 0px;" />
:'''Abilities''':
*Immobile: This model cannot move for any reason, nor can it fight in the Fight phase. Enemy models automatically hit this model in the Fight phase – do not make hit rolls. However, this model can still shoot if there are enemy models within 1" of it, and friendly units can still target enemy units that are within 1" of this model.
*Automated Weapons: Unless a friendly unit is embarked inside this model, each of its weapons can only target the nearest visible enemy. If two or more units are equally close, you may choose which is targeted.
*Fire Points: 10 models embarked in this model can shoot in their Shooting phase, measuring range and drawing line of sight from any point on this model. They can do this even if enemy models are within 1" of this model.
*Plasma Explosion: If this model is reduced to 0 wounds, roll a D6 before removing it from the battlefield and before any embarked models disembark. On a 4+ its plasma core explodes, and each unit within D6" suffers D6 mortal wounds.
:'''Transport Capacity''': This model can transport 20 COVENANT INFANTRY models. Each MEGALEKGOLO takes the space of three infantry models.
:'''Faction Keywords''': COVENANT
:'''Keywords''': VEHICLE, BUILDING, TRANSPORT

===Plasma Turrets===
Power 6, Points per model 80
{| border=1 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=4 align=left
|- valign=top
! Name !! M !! WS !! BS !! S !! T !! W !! A !! Ld !! Sv
|-
| Plasma Turret|| 0" || - || 5+ || - || 8 || 10 || - || - || 3+
|}
<br style="clear: both; height: 0px;" />
:A Plasma Turret is a single model equipped with a Twin Plasma Cannon. It can include one additional Plasma Turret (Power Rating +6).
:'''Wargear Options''':
*May take one of the following:
:-Two Plasma Mortars: +20pts
:-Two Heavy Needlers: +30pts
:-Two Fuel Rod Cannons: +30pts
:'''Abilities''':
*Immobile: This model cannot move for any reason, nor can it fight in the Fight phase. Enemy models automatically hit this model in the Fight phase – do not make hit rolls. However, this model can still shoot if there are enemy models within 1" of it, and friendly units can still target enemy units that are within 1" of this model.
*Automated Weapons: This models weapons can only target the nearest visible enemy unit. If two or more units are equally close, you may choose which is targeted.
*Magazine Explosion: If this model is reduced to 0 wounds, roll a D6 before removing it from the battlefield. On a 6 its magazine explodes, and each unit within 2D6" suffers D3 mortal wounds.
:'''Faction Keywords''': COVENANT
:'''Keywords''': VEHICLE, BUILDING

===Deployable Watchtower===
Power 3, Points per model 70
{| border=1 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=4 align=left
|- valign=top
! Name !! M !! WS !! BS !! S !! T !! W !! A !! Ld !! Sv
|-
| Deployable Watchtower|| 0" || - || - || - || 7 || 10 || - || - || 4+
|}
<br style="clear: both; height: 0px;" />
:A Deployable Watchtower is a single model. It can include an additional Deployable Watchtower (Power Rating +3).
:'''Abilities''':
*Immobile: This model cannot move for any reason, nor can it fight in the Fight phase. Enemy models automatically hit this model in the Fight phase – do not make hit rolls. However, this model can still shoot if there are enemy models within 1" of it, and friendly units can still target enemy units that are within 1" of this model.
*Explodes: If this model is reduced to 0 wounds, roll a D6 before removing it from the battlefield. On a 6 it explodes, and each unit within 6" suffers D3 mortal wounds.
*Open Topped: Models embarked on a Deployable Watchtower can attack in their Shooting phase. Measure the range and draw line of sight from any point on the model they are embarked on. When they do so, any restrictions or modifiers that apply to this model also apply to its passengers; for example, the passengers cannot shoot if this model has Fallen Back in the same turn, the passengers cannot shoot (except with Pistols) if this model is within 1" of an enemy unit, and so on.
:'''Transport Capacity''': This model can transport 10 COVENANT INFANTRY models. Each MEGALEKGOLO takes the space of three infantry models.
:'''Faction Keywords''': COVENANT
:'''Keywords''': VEHICLE, BUILDING, TRANSPORT

==Info on Covenant Vehicles==
===Covenant Land Vehicles===

'''Ghost:''' A light recon vehicle, akin to a Imperial Bike. Fast, quiet and maneuverable. Comes with two Plasma Cannons that does as much damage as a Heavy Bolter (Fluff wise). However it is weak and vulnerable.

'''Wraith:''' Covenant MBT, but functions more akin to a Mobile Artillery, can come equipped with shields that gives it 4+ invulnerable save. Has a unique special ability called "Scorched" which allows the Wraith to shoot out a flaming sticky plasma gel that ignores cover saves. Main disadvantage however is that like all Covenant vehicles, it is based on quantity rather than quality, thus is weaker then most WH40K tanks and artillery.
*'''Anti-Air Wraith:''' This specially modified Wraith has their Heavy Plasma Mortar replaced by two Heavy Fuel Rod Cannons that can home in and destroy almost any enemy aircraft with relative ease, however the Covenant can also re-purpose the Fuel Rods for anti-vehicle, causing immense damage to any light to medium tanks. Just like most Vehicles from the Covenant, they have a vast practicality use for each one, earning them the nickname of Jack-of-all-Trades and Master-of-None.

[[File:Tumblr_mdodsnzlwL1rxhpbzo1_500.jpg|200px|thumb|left|Covenant Locust in action]]
'''Locust:''' Covenant Mining vehicle converted into a anti-building and anti-tank weapon. Automatically comes with a very strong energy shield that gives it 2+ invulnerable save for a single glancing or penetrating hit each phase. Armed with a single but very powerful Mining Laser that gives it very high damage against tanks, heavy tanks and mechs. Has a special ability called "Overdrive" which sacrifices its shield strength but improve its strength, Ap and damage values by 1. Main disadvantage is that it cannot fire on the move, making it vulnerable to flanking.

'''Spectre:''' A covenant light troop transport, armed with a plasma cannon, has mostly similar stats of a Imperial Tauros, although the main difference is that the Spectre contains a boost function like most Covenant vehicles, enabling it to move faster then normal and can enable re-rolls.

'''Revenant:''' Medium anti-heavy infantry vehicle from the Covenant. Combines the speed of a Spectre with the firepower of a AT gun. Armed with a plasma mortar, that although slow, once it hits a target, does as much damage as a plasma-cannon. However they are as vulnerable as a Spectre or Ghost.

'''Shadow:''' Covenant troop transport that is often nicknamed "The Covenant Bus", can carry up to 12 models, slower than WH40K skimmer counterparts but is much tougher and its equipped with a Heavy Plasma Cannon, dealing massive damage over a short time.

'''Umbra:''' The Umbra is a more heavy-duty cousin of the Shadow. Bigger and housing up to 20 passengers, the Umbra is also far better protected, having an amoured enclosed space to protect the troops at the cost of a slower top speed. Like its lighter cousin, the Umbra is only armed with a single Heavy Plasma Cannon

'''Chopper:''' A Brute made vehicle, it is primitive, crude, but incredibly effective, have mostly the same stats as a Ghost but is slower, comes with two light anti-vehicle cannons and has a special ability called "Charged" which can instantly destroys lighter vehicles, and heavily damage tanks.

'''Prowler:''' The Brutes version of the Covenant main-line Spectre and Imperium Tauros, like anything made from the Brutes they are crude, primitive and brutish in both design and affect. Shaped like a angler fish for psychological warfare, they have similar stats as the Spectre, but has more armor on both the front, left and right sides, however they are slow and sluggish compared to other Race's reconnaissance vehicles.

'''Goblin:''' After decades of research in secrecy and rumored technological heresy, a group of lowly Unggoys have developed a diminutive bipedal walker that, under the supervision and approval of the Great Heirarchs have become the Covenant's key answer to the Tau Crisis Battle Suits which was plaguing Covenant logistics with their heavy armaments and quick speed. Named the Goblin due to their small size of a walker, these machines are not to be underestimated as their duty as an anti-walker has befallen countless Tau weapons of war that took it for granted. The Goblin is armed with a Heavy Needler, an EMP Pulse and a Power Fist which makes this one of the best anti-vehicle unit in the Covenant as well as an in built grenade launcher and Shardstorm Launcher for anti-infantry purposes. Additionally, the Goblin can be retrofitted with a modified and miniaturized Focus Cannon found typically on larger Covenant walkers and a Plasmablaster Launcher which replaces the Shardstorm Launcher's Needles with homing Plasma Grenades. It is armed with a powerful jump pack that enables the machine to traverse anywhere and have a special ability called "Needle Barrage" which allows the Goblin to fire a barrage of Needles from its Shardstorm Launcher on eight specific targets; main downfalls include its relatively weak shields on the canopy, making it vulnerable to Artillery.

===Covenant Air Vehicles===

'''Banshee:''' Main Covenant scout plane, weak and vulnerable but comes in obscene numbers and speed, as well as being able to be produced cheaply and quickly. Armed with two Light Plasma Cannons and a single Fuel Rod Cannon for added anti-tank damage. If equipped with vehicular energy shielding they are decent at resisting hits.

'''Vampire:''' Covenant anti-air vehicle, armed with one Heavy Needler Cannon, Stasis cannon and two medium plasma cannons. Slow, but dangerous to all air vehicles, its Needler Cannon does obscene damage and almost never misses, furthermore its special ability called "Stasis" uses its stasis beam to both trap and drain Enemy air vehicles until it blows up, dealing massive damage to any units below. Main disadvantage is that it can only target one enemy at a time.[[File:HW_Covenant_Vampire_S.jpg|200px|thumb|right|Covenant Vampire with early prototypes.]]

'''Phantom:''' Heavy Covenant troop transport that can carry over 16 models as well as a tank or artillery such as the Wraith. Armed with three Plasma Cannons (one heavy and two light) that does massive damage, but is also very vulnerable to enemy aircraft.

'''Spirit:''' A light Covenant troop transport, although its large cargo hold causes it to be classified as a Super-Heavy, only equipped with one Heavy Plasma Cannon, but could carry more then double the troops as a Phantom as well as a tank or artillery.

===Covenant Drop Pods===

'''Single-Occupant Insertion Pod:''' A light and small orbital drop pod meant to carry one Covenant individual, most notably a Sangheili into the midst of battle. Its small size and usage of one unit means these pods can be launched into orbit without any noticeable trace, making it useful during stealth approach. Furthermore, its small size means that it is much more cheaper then conventional multi-occupant drop pods. Like most drop pods is has the Deep Strike special rules.

'''Multiple-Occupant Insertion Pod:''' A much more larger orbital drop pod meant to ferry a entire lance or group of Covenant units into the battle, usually has the capacity to house 5 or more models of any unit type making it akin to a Space Marine drop pod. Like most drop pods, it has the Deep Strike special rules, however these drop pods are split into three identifiable classes. The lack of any armament means that it has little tactical use after deploying its cargo.
*'''Individual Breaching Carapace:''' The Covenant's mainstay conventional multi-occupant insertion pod and the most common type, its use of a gravitational rocket propellant located at the bottom of the pod makes for a much safer journey then that of other drop pods, preventing unwanted casualties. Is capable of carrying 5 models.
*'''Squad Breaching Carapace:''' Similar to the Individual Breaching Carapace although only able to house only 3 models at a time. They are much more smaller in regard and thus, only used when trying to achieve a tactical advantage.
*'''Mass Deployment Carapace:''' The largest of the multi-occupant drop pod family and the most valuable, being only used to overwhelm the enemy by sheer force of numbers, surprise and shock. These drop pods are fitted with an advance form of gravitational rockets, allowing it to re-embark and be a reusable source of troop deployment. Its large housing space allows it to carry up to 15-20 models at once, making it highly valuable in the battlefield.

===Covenant Apocalypse Units===

'''Khantolekgolo Behemoths:''' These giant Lekgolo behemoths are one of the largest of them all. Quaking and shattering the very ground they walk, and standing tall enough to dwarf a Warhound-Class Titan. If it was not for their organic origins, they would have been mistaken as Titans by the Imperium. Armed with a enormous version of an Assault Cannon, once fired it can create explosions that would vaporize and raze entire fortresses, and in some cases turning an entire Imperial Knight into molten slag. They are a threat that can not be ignored by the Imperium, and are often first to be targeted.

'''Scarab:''' A Covenant Super-Heavy Battle Tank, often confused as a Titan; since it borderlines on what the Imperium would consider as a Super-Heavy and a Titan. It has two different models.
*'''Deutoros Scarab:''' The first and most common model of Scarabs. Unlike conventional pilots, these beasts are controlled by an entire hive of Lekgolo worms, creating an unnerving and almost natural or animalistic behavior to a otherwise mechanical machine. Is armed with a Heavy Focus Cannon that does considerable damage to anything, other Titans included. Further armed with a single Heavy Anti-Air Cannon that also does serious damage to any enemy aircraft, three Light Plasma Cannons for anti-infantry. Main disadvantage is that is has a very weak backspot, making it very vulnerable at the rear. Despite being smaller than the Protos Scarab, the Deutoros Scarab is a far more resilient vehicle. This can be attributed to its differing design with stronger better armored legs, a decentralized piloting system that makes it more difficult to slay the drivers and its unconventional piloting system allowing it to be better armored.
*'''Protos Scarab:''' The second and less common model is the Protos model. Far more ancient and archaic then the newer Deutoros equivalent, this ancient excavator is still a wrecking behemoth when used in the right hands. At around 50 meters high, the Protos Scarab is both larger and more powerful then the Deutoros Scarab, unlike its more common cousin the Protos scarab is piloted in a conventional sense then the usual Lekgolo hive, armed with two medium Anti-Air turrets that does serious damage to enemy aircraft, and the same Super-Heavy Focus Cannon as their smaller brethren. These monsters are only used in the most heated engagements in the Covenant front line. However unlike their Deutoros cousin, the Protos Scarab is more vulnerable to boarding and retaliation due to its dependence on an actual crew.

'''Sumda'te Scarab:''' Another separate variant of the Scarab family known formally as the Type-36 Scarab, these beasts are armed with a specialized Class-4 Plasma Cannon which are analogous to those fitted on a Type-27 Mantis, allowing it to be a threat to most aerial vehicles, capable in vaporizing entire swarms of fighters and even damaging a Tau Manta in the appropriate distance. However its overspecialization causes this Scarab to be particularly vulnerable to other Titans and its lack of close range weaponry makes it an Achilles heel against smaller and more numerous vehicles.

[[File:Super_Scarab.png|240px|thumb|left|A Super-Scarab under construction.]]

'''Super-Scarab:''' The Covenants answer to an Imperial Titan, these living legends are so large that it needs to be constructed on land then the usual orbital drops used by its smaller cousins. Although armed with a single Focus Cannon; its power is unmatched and so far remains the most powerful Covenant land-based weaponry known by Imperial records, able to tune its intensity that could rival even a star-based Energy Projector from a Covenant ship they are a force to be reckoned with. Could carry troops of up to 50, and is fast and mobile for something its size. Furthermore it has none of its disadvantages of its smaller brethren.

'''Draugr:''' A Covenant Land Battleship. The Draugr is a mobile fortress that is roughly analogous to the Imperium's and Squat's Leviathans, Cyclops and Capitol Imperialis. At 168 meters long, these juggernauts are used in the most extreme of battlefields; often being deployed on planetary sieges. Armed with five Boring Lasers with one of the most powerful ground-based energy shields the Imperium has faced, the Draugr is a formidable ground asset that even Titan legions have trouble facing. This is further compounded with its large complement of a hundred Covenant troops plus an additional complement of several Scarabs acting as support units.

'''Harvester:''' A Covenant Walking Colossal dwarfing even a Imperium Imperator-Class Titan. Similar to the much smaller Scarab, these towering monsters are piloted by a Lekgolo hive on a massive scale, so much so that it is given an entirely different class called a "Sbaolekgolo Colony". Only Armed with a Single but heavily specialized Ultraheavy Plasma Drill that could eat its way through a mountain, let alone a Titan. Does less damage then the Super-Scarab but is compensated for its quicker recovery.

'''Kraken:''' A Covenant Ultra-Heavy Siege Tower, the Kraken is aptly named due to its close resemblance of the legendary sea monster of ancient Terran myths. This towering monstrosity boast a large complement of housing space large enough to fit a few Phantoms and over 250 troops for potential boarding. Additionally, its three large legs are powerful enough to crush mountains and toss smaller Titans into oblivion, creating a large blast template whenever it lands its feet. Its ability to hover for a limited time further increases its mobility and enables it to deep strike into enemy territory. However despite these advantages, the Kraken's long range weaponry is pitifully weak for a Titan-class unit, carrying only a few dozen Shade turrets to defend itself from smaller air units and ground units, forcing the Kraken in a very dangerous CQC range to effectively combat other Titans. This weakness is further compounded for its relatively unprotected and hollow mid section, which means any well placed shot from a rival Titan may effectively destroy the majority of the Kraken's troops. The Kraken's specialized role makes it highly effective against fortified positions but exceedingly poor within large open spaces.

'''Lich:''' The only Covenant Air Titan, same size as a Scarab but is armed with four heavy Plasma Cannons and a giant Electrical Impulse Cannon which like the Vampire has a massive EMP strike on any vehicle. Each vehicle hit by the EMP Laser has to wait 8 turns, heavily armored and share no vulnerability at the rear. Could carry over 40 troops but is slow, cumbersome and expensive to produce. Acts as a Support Titan.

===Covenant Fortifications===

'''Mantis:''' The Mantis is the largest and most powerful Anti-Aircraft Cannon produced by the Covenant Empire. The sheer size of the Mantis means that only certain areas is doable enough to support the structure and only the largest of Covenant landcraft is able to support it such as the Scarab. As the Mantis is designated towards aircraft and low-orbiting spacecraft, it is thus, incredibly effective at destroying anything from Thunderhawks to even light Corvettes.

'''Tyrant:''' One of the most oft-used triple A pieces the Covenant use is the Type-38 Tyrant. The giant cannon fires powerful plasma bolts in three round bursts that are powerful and long-ranged enough for it to even be capable of acting as ground to space defences. The Tyrant is not only an artillery piece; it is also a fortification unto itself with multiple levels and cover for the troops stationed there. The Tyrant is powered by a pinch fusion reactor that gives it practically unlimited ammunition. The cost of this is that if the reactor core is destroyed, the artillery will explode.

'''Weevil:''' The Weevil is the heaviest artillery piece in the Covenant that can lob plasma over impressive distances. The differences between it and the Tyrant are only in the gun, they are both built on the same chassis design. Unlike the Tyrant it can only be used for ground engagements but is still capable of devastating anything that is in its range.

'''Deployable Watchtower:''' One of the staple of any temporary fortification built by the Covenant is the deployable watchtower. It can be placed and carried by any phantom or spirit and provides high ground for snipers and troops equipped with heavy weapons.

'''Deployable Energy Shield:''' A deployable energy shield covers a wide area in a spherical bubble that helps protects Covenant infantry and vehicles from artillery barrages, orbital bombardment and aircraft assaults. These fortifications is incredibly mobile and can be carried by either a phantom or spirit.

'''Plasma Turret:''' A more permanent fortification is the automated plasma turret that comes in small, medium and large sizes. Each size is tougher and has more firepower than the last. It is also a modular piece of defense that can be outfitted against infantry, vehicle, and aircraft as needed.

'''Shrike Turret:''' The Shrike Turret is a medium, automated anti-aerospace weapon emplacement system utilized at sites of significant strategic importance. Shrike Turrets are larger and more powerful than normal Shades that is armed with two high-powered plasma cannons. Shrike Turrets unlike conventional Covenant military assets is actually controlled by an A.I., although these artificial intelligence is relatively 'feral' and simple-minded, which is sanctioned and approved by the upper echelons of the Covenant.

'''Mega Turret:''' A giant, static turret used by both Banished and Covenant forces. These behemoths act as defensive artillery by lobbing giant and devastating Plasma Torpedoes that can destroy super-heavy vehicles or a large platoon of infantry in a single shot. They can switch into two firing modes, "Lingering Death" which ignores cover and creates an area denial affect that lasts two turns, reducing infantry to ash and "Compound Detonators" which creates a high strength explosion that can turn even the strongest vehicles inside out.

'''Covenant Command Base:''' Though a Covenant invasion will usually prefer to eliminate targets by glassing the area, digging up artifacts and then moving on there are sometimes situations where the Covenant will wish to stay in an area for a prolonged period of time. The Command Base is built for these purposes, it is equipped with communications equipment, weapon and ammunition stockpiles, barracks, a war room and even a teleporter so that leaders can be rapidly reinforced in combat.

'''Temporary Strongpoint:''' The Temporary Strongpoint is built whenever the Covenant needs to quickly fortify an important area but does not have the time to erect more permanent fortifications or the need to stay in that area for a prolonged period. The Strongpoint consists of multiple Deployable Watchtowers, deployable cover, emplaced plasma cannons and sometimes a landing pad.

'''Covenant Base:''' These permanent networks are built as a main military base to rally behind whenever the Covenant intends to permanently settle an area. They are stocked with enough supplies to withstand a long siege, are incredibly tough, can contain entire platoons, can be used as landing pads for ships and have powerful turrets to support its defenders. Enemies wishing to take this fortress will expect to have to invest considerable resources in its destruction and suffer heavy losses in the process.

===Covenant Star fighters===
[[File:CovenantAirbase.jpg|240px|thumb|right|A Covenant Construction Spire. They are known to build both aerial and space-born Covenant vessels.]]

'''Seraph:''' Main star fighter of the Covenant Empire, boasting several pulse lasers and medium plasma cannons, as well as several plasma charges for bombing runs, couples with a relatively strong shields. Usually accompanied with several Space Banshees or three extra Seraphs as wing-mans and scouts. Can enter Slipspace for scouting purposes.

'''Space Banshee:''' Just like their aerial cousins, but is much more faster and much more agile. Could also do Slipspace jumps for scouting and reconnaissance purposes.

'''Phantom Gunboat:''' A larger and more heavily armored version of their aerial cousins. Armed with six heavy plasma cannons and could carry up to 20 troops and has very decent speeds as well as having a special ability like all Covenant Star fighters to do pinpoint slipspace jumps, making it very independent from its Star-ship.

'''Tarasque:''' An out-dated and archaic star fighter that is still being used in limited production in the Covenant Empire. Boasting four Plasma Pulse Lasers and six Plasma Missles, their compact shape and size allow it to suffer the worse of damage.

'''Gigas:''' The Gigas-class Fighter Bomber is the oldest archaic star fighter still being used by the Covenant Navy since their time in their home universe, although out-dated they still boast over a dozen Plasma Charges for bombing runs and three Pulse Lasers for both self-defense and anti-infantry.

===Covenant Starships===
'''Brief Summary:'''
Covenant starships are generally smaller and more lightly armoured than their Imperial counterparts, but they are armed with arcane plasma weaponry and equipped with powerful energy shielding that makes up for these deficiencies. Their chief advantage, however, lies in their faster-than-light technology. Xenologists and Mechanicus explorators have discovered that the Covenant use a form of FTL travel which operates on principles entirely different from the warp engines employed by nearly all known sentient races in the galaxy. When employing their FTL drives, Covenant ships enter a dimensional subdomain containing a number of non-visible infinitesimal dimensions, which can be manipulated to travel beyond lightspeed. This subdomain is referred to by Covenant personnel as "Slipspace". Xenologists have confirmed that this "Slipspace" is not coterminous with the Warp, making the Covenant one of only a few known races not to employ Warp-based FTL. Covenant FTL technology appears to be safer and more reliable than known Imperial warp technology by several orders of magnitude, and they have used this capability to outmaneuver Imperial battlefleets in several engagements. Despite this, experiments with this technology have not been authorized by any senior member of the Adeptus Mechanicus.

Although still smaller then the Imperium, the Covenant have seized a large number of systems and sectors throughout the Orion Arm. Their territory is currently larger than the Tau Empire, and is a definite threat to Imperial space. This being said, their empire in this universe is significantly smaller due to only having what they can spare after sending it through the wormhole. However, it is believed that their size, industry, speed and alien nature will compensate for these deficits, and senior members of the Ordo Xenos and adepts of the Biologis Xenologis have stated that the Imperium should remain wary of aggressive moves. Notably, Covenant naval doctrine disdains the usage of large battleships in favor of carriers, as Covenant admirals apparently believe that strike craft in the end make for superior weapons than any amount of turrets. A theory shared by some Imperial naval strategists, but is [[Heresy|typically considered eccentric at best.]]

[[File:Covenant_v_reapers_by_droidsbane-d4zz17v.jpg|550px|thumb|center|Xeno painting (From Ya'gurian decent) depicting a Covenant Assault Fleet destroying an entire La'vesh (Also known as Reapers) tentacle fleet, during a "Holy Conquest".]]

[[File:Covenant_ships_over_planet_reach.jpg|270px|thumb|right|''Covenant Fleet of Harmonious Justice'' during the "Damnation of Hyperios"]]

'''Covenant Corvettes:''' Covenant corvettes are small and relatively unimpressive ships armed with plasma torpedoes, pulse lasers, and plasma cannons or bombardment mortars, depending on their class. Corvettes are typically employed in supporting Covenant ground forces to achieve some form of aerial superiority. In space, corvettes are used to harass enemy ships when in sufficient numbers and covered by the larger ships in the Covenant Navy.

'''Covenant Destroyers:''' Covenant destroyers, like their Imperial counterparts, are typically employed as light escort and reconnaissance vessels. CPV-class heavy destroyers, however, are often used in the vanguard of fleet engagements and glassing operations and are equipped accordingly, with excavation beams, plasma torpedoes, cannons, and bombardment mortars, and pulse laser turrets.

'''Covenant Cruisers:''' Covenant cruisers are built in several classes, ranging from CRS-class light cruisers to ORS-class heavy cruisers. They are among the most numerous types of Covenant vessel, and are employed in a variety of roles, from fleet support to long-range reconnaissance and planetary assault. Armament varies depending on class, but Covenant cruisers are typically equipped with plasma torpedoes, beam lasers, plasma lances and cannons, and heavy excavation beams. Their plasma torpedoes have been recorded as impacting with enough force to shatter cities or cause mass extinction events, depending on their size. Their plasma and beam weapons are capable of planetary devastation when employed in sufficient numbers and with sufficient power.

[[File:20090306182445!High_Charity_wallpaper.jpg|220px|thumb|left|Pict-capture of Covenant hive-world/mobile space station High Charity, acquired by the Imperial cruiser ''Light of Benevolence '' shortly before it was atomized by a Covenant CSO-class supercarrier. In the foreground, a squadron of "Phantom" type dropships are seen inspecting the cruiser before its sudden demise.]]

'''Covenant Carrier:''' The most common type of Covenant capital ship. Two types have thus far been logged by Imperial savants: the DDS-class carrier and the CAS-class assault carrier. These ships are among the most heavily armed vessels in the Covenant fleet. The DDS-class is equipped with plasma torpedoes and turrets and energy projectors, while the CAS-class assault carrier carries a heavy excavation beam, heavy plasma lances, torpedoes, and beam emitters, and 700 pulse lasers. These ships also carry armor and shielding that is much heavier than any other Covenant vessel. On a one-to-one basis, these vessels are typically inferior to their Imperial counterparts, but they are often employed in numbers that no Imperial battlefleet can match. Carriers do not typically engage in ship-to-ship engagements, instead standing off while their strike wings engage the enemy.

'''Covenant Supercarrier:''' At 28km long and with an 11km beam, the CSO-class supercarrier is the largest known ship type in the Covenant Navy. These leviathans are equal in size to the mighty ''Gloriana''-class battleships which once led the Legiones Astartes into war during the Great Crusade. Supercarriers are only employed during campaigns with high strategic value, and serve as command and control ships for the Covenant invasion fleet and ground forces. The ship type is, as the name suggests, a carrier for strike craft, though it certainly has teeth of its own. CSO-class supercarriers are armed with plasma torpedoes, energy projectors, plasma turrets and pulse lasers, meaning that they far from helpless despite their designation as a command ship.

'''High Charity:''' The Covenant's Holy City and capital. It is a gigantic mobile space station, comparable to the ''Phalanx'' fortress-monastery of the Imperial Fists chapter, but built to a much larger scale. After initial contact in the Scarus Sector, Imperial expeditionary forces have been unable to relocate High Charity due to its mobile nature. During this initial engagement, the Imperial fleet suffered heavy losses from the station's escorting vessels and its own defenses. It is believed that the Covenant defend the station with hundreds of their capital-class vessels, including dozens of the CSO-class supercarriers. Rumors in the Zargos Prime subsector have suggested that the city itself is equipped with Exterminatus-grade munitions capable of cracking a planet in half.

==Info on Covenant Infantry==

[[File:Covenant_Stancei.jpg|350px|thumb|center|A Covenant artistic propaganda poster incorrectly depicting the Unggoys and Kig-Yars as more grotesque and fearsome then in real life, this was meant to frighten and scare the Civilian population and make the local Imperial Guardsmen feel nervous and intimidated in the Ultima Segmentum regions. A perfect psychological weapon.]]

===Light Infantry===

'''Unggoy Lance:''' The lowest of the low in the Covenant's religious hierarchy, the xenos species known as the Unggoy are used as cannon fodder by the Covenant. They are smaller and weaker than an average Imperial Guardsman, and must be employed in large numbers to have any effect on enemy troops. Their morale is fragile unless they are being led by an Elite or Deacon, and they are prone to panicked retreats when the tide of battle shifts against them. Cheap and rapidly reproducing, the Unggoy are typically armed with a plasma pistol; the per-shot damage of these weapons is comparable to an Imperial "Hotshot" lasgun. Like Imperial plasma weapons, these pistols can be overcharged to fire a more powerful shot, which increases the weapon's damage and causes an electromagpulse capable of disorienting machine spirits and damaging sensitive electronic components. Some Unggoy carry a Needler, an exotic solid-projectile weapon that bears little resemblance to the Imperial weapon of the same name. The Covenant needler fires explosive crystalline "needles" which home on their targets and inflict heavy damage. Unggoy lances are also equipped with plasma grenades. These grenades, through some technosorcerous means, are capable of adhering to their target once armed and thrown. When led by a Deacon, they receive the ability "Zeal" , which allows the Unggoy to embark on a suicide attack in which they charge the enemy with an armed plasma grenade in each hand. This move sacrifices a few models, but the effects can be devastating to opposing infantry or light vehicles.

'''Unggoy Heavy Weapons Team:''' Some Unggoy are trained in the employment of Covenant heavy ordnance, such as fuel rod guns. Every Grunt in this team goes into battle carrying a heavy weapon of some sort. However, despite their formidable arsenal, these are still Unggoy and are thus prone to flee if the battle does not go their way as intended.

'''Kig-Yar Lance:''' Used as scouts and reconnaissance, these birdlike xenos carry portable energy shields. Unlike the Elites' personal shielding, these shields are carried in the hand, similar to Imperial storm shields. Kig-Yar can be either armed with a plasma pistol or needler. They are very good shots and are best employed against light infantry. Occasionally in situations that force the Kig-Yar to fight in CQC, they may trade their ranged weapons for an energy cutlass, an energy blade made from the same exotic material as the needler's ammunition, which in turn causes any unfortunate victim to violently explode if slashed. They are, however, vulnerable to flanking and have low toughness.
*'''T'vaoan Squad:'''Also known as "Skirmishers", these cousins of the more common Kig-Yar are faster, stronger and tougher. Used as scouts and assassins, these xenos are fast, accurate, and ruthless. Armed with a needle rifle or focus rifle, the T'vaoan Squad can be upgraded to a T'vaoan Commando, boosting their BS by one. They are a very good anti-infantry squad and have Move Through Cover and Stealth. However despite these benefits they lack the shields carried by their cousins, therefore they are one of the most vulnerable units in the Covenant army.

'''Yanme'e Swarm:''' As weak as Grunts but equally numerous, with the addendum of flight and Fearlessness. Each Yanme'e swarm is led by a Yanme'e Patriarch, which can be identified by its more regal colors and horns. These Patriarchs act as the commanding officer or leader of an entire swarm. Yanme'e swarms can choose from a range of weapons, including plasma pistols, plasma rifles, and needlers, and are naturally armed with razor sharp claws.

'''Thanolekgolo Swarm:''' The weakest form of Lekgolo is the Lekgolo themselves. These meter-long worms, while individually weak on their own, makes up for their disadvantages by overwhelming the enemy with sheer numbers. These forms are called Thanolekgolo. Their unstoppable appetite for metals, plastics, and technological objects makes them a threat to the machinery and vehicles of their opponents; a hungry Thanolekgolo swarm can make short work of vulnerable wiring or components and even chew through armor plating, given sufficient time. Once inside a target vehicle, they are capable of causing it to malfunction in a variety of ways. They can even take complete control over their unfortunate targets, causing chaos and mayhem within the enemy's ranks. These swarms have a special ability called "Technological Consumption" which grants them either the ability to cause significant damage to a targeted machine. However, they are vulnerable to flame and melta weaponry and are completely useless against aerial units.

'''Sangheili Squad:''' Cocky, arrogant and naive. These youngbloods are sent into the thick of battle to hone their skills at warmaking. But don't let their age fool you. A single Sangheili Minor is still a worthy adversary. Akin to an Eldar Guardian, the Sangheili are slower than the Guardians, but stronger in melee range. Can be armed with a wide variety of weapons such as Plasma Pistols, Plasma Rifles, Needlers, Needle Rifles, Concussion Rifles, Fuel Rod Cannons and many more.

'''Jiralhanae Pack:''' These thuggish, savage xenos are often described as "like Orks, but hairier". This has earned them several epithets from Imperial Guardsmen who have faced them in battle, such as "bearded Ogryns", "hairy Orks", and "Brutes", the last of which has become their common name. Due to their viciousness and love of violence, they have earned a place in some Ork societies, often used as mercenaries and bodyguards among famous Ork Warbosses.

===Heavy Infantry===

'''Mgalekgolo Pack:''' These heavily armoured walking behemoths are the Covenant's answer to the likes of Space Marine Terminator squads and Eldar Wraithguard. Standing at 13 feet tall and weighing 5 tons, they easily dwarf any enemy short of a main battle tank. They are remarkably fast and agile for their size, and are armed with an Assault Cannon which is a heavily modified Fuel Rod Cannon. This Assault Cannon has three modes, a single shot blast, a concentrated anti-armour beam and a rapid-fire mode.

'''Sharquoi:''' Standing around 5 meters and weighing around 10 tons, this is one of the biggest infantry in the Covenant, second to that of a Khantolekgolo Behemoth. Armed with two massive "Spike Fists" that can [[Rip and Tear|demolish]] most heavy vehicles with ease, coupled with its incredibly tough hide, Sharquoi are capable of enduring and dealing out tremendous amounts of damage, but is slow and stubborn.

[[File:Drinol_Fight_Pose.png|250px|thumb|right|A Sharquoi in action, sketched by an Imperial Xenobiologist.]]

'''Sangheili Heavy Weapons Team:''' Like their Unggoy brethren, these specialised Elites are trained in the use of heavy weapons. They carry Concussion Rifles, which can be swapped for a Plasma Launcher or a Fuel Rod Cannon. The powerful nature of such weapons make the Sangheili Heavy Weapons Team a formidable opponent.

'''Shade:''' A stationary gun that can either be equipped with a Heavy Plasma Cannon, Fuel Rod Cannon or an Anti-Air Plasma Charge. Cannot move but is tough and has heavy suppressive firepower.

===Specialized Infantry===

'''Spec-Ops Team:''' A group of highly trained "Special Operation" Sangheili and Unggoy. These squads are employed on high-risk mission with low survival rates, and employ a wide range of Covenant weaponry to execute their job in the most efficient way possible. They are easily identified by their black armour. Spec-Ops Sangheili are skilled enough to give Astartes a challenge, and their Unggoy are comparable to the Tempestus Scions of the Imperial Guard.

'''Sangheili Rangers:''' Specialized groups of Sangheili that are equipped with jump packs, enabling them to cross distances quickly; these squads are armed with Plasma Repeaters, which can be swapped with a Focus Rifle.

'''Sangheili Stealth Squad:''' These Elite squads trade their energy shielding for a specialized cloaking ability known as "active camouflage". Though their lack of shields makes them more vulnerable than a line Sangheili trooper, their cloaking fields allow them to strike and fade before an enemy knows what hit them. They are all armed with Energy Swords, which restricts them to melee combat only, but their attacks are devastating since they have the same stats as a Power Sword.

'''Jiralhanae Jump-Pack Squad:''' Highly trained Jiralhanae that are masters of jump-pack assault. These flying Brutes soar through the air, and crash down upon the enemy with vengeful fury. Armed with Brute Shots, these beasts are trained in both psychological and physical warfare. They are however, lightly armoured for a specialized unit.

'''Jiralhanae Stalker Squad:''' These squads are the Jiralhanae answer to the Sangheili Stealth Squad. Since they are Jiralhanae, they share their stats with their brethren. However, they are equipped with active camouflage technology, enabling them to become invisible. They are usually armed with two Maulers which makes them [[Twin-Linked]] and can carry Firebombs which ignore cover saves and count as offensive grenades. However, they are quite expensive for a specialised unit and their weapons are incredibly short-ranged. The Mauler has a range of 12" and the Firebomb has a range of 8".

'''Kig-Yar Snipers:''' When veteran Kig-Yar are promoted, they are trained as snipers and armed with the accurate and lethal Covenant beam rifle. These Kig-Yar are ruthlessly efficient killers, capable of picking off entire squads of infantry and in some cases, shooting pilots out of their aircraft.

'''Huragok Squad:''' A very useful support unit. These unusual xenos are known as Engineers in Low Gothic, and they are an anomaly among the bellicose species of the Covenant. Xenological analysis has shown that Huragok are created artificially, despite their appearance. Each specimen is a living computer and a natural engineer, capable of repairing nearly any technological item given sufficient time. Although weak and fragile, these units are a vital part of the the Covenant army. They have two unique abilities called "Mechanical Harmony", which allows them to repair vehicles, and "Protection of the Hierarchs" which gives ALL units a powerful energy shield, granting or improving their invulnerable save.

===Elite Infantry===

'''Zealots:''' Highly ranked Sangheili, whose skills and mastery of weaponry and warfare makes them a threat to even the toughest of Space Marines. These Sangheili are easily distinguished on the battlefield by their golden armour. All of them are armed with Energy Swords which counts as power weapons, making them incredibly deadly in Melee, even when faced with enemies such as the infamous Khorne Berzerkers.

[[File:Elite.jpg|235px|thumb|right|A Sangheili Zealot, suppressing a minor Jiralhanae uprising.]]

'''Sangheili Field Marshal:''' Sangheili Field Marshals are the commanders of entire Covenant armies and often lead groups of Zealots on the battlefield. They are the Zealot of the Zealots, the same way the Zealots are to Unggoy. Very few enemies can come close to a field marshal's sheer martial prowess, and even fewer survive their first encounter with them.

'''Jiralhanae Captains:''' These war-leaders of the Jiralhanae display exceptional skill at warmaking and a level of brutal cunning that impresses even Ork Kommandos. Glimmering in gold and bronze armour, these Brutes inspire their lower-ranked brethren to fight more violently, giving them a Feel No Pain save or improving it by one if they already have it. Armed with a Brute Shot, Spike Grenades, Fire Bombs and the infamous Gravity Hammer, these lieutenants can break infantry squads and vehicles alike.

===HQ Infantry===
'''Deacons:''' Only a very few Unggoy are given the honour of calling themselves Deacons. Although still regarded as the lowest position in the Covenant hierarchy, these Unggoy are sent into the battlefield to inspire other Covenant troops. Lacking the firepower and health to be on the front lines, they instead serve as missionaries or preachers, spreading the word of their heretical "Great Journey". Standing out among Covenant troops with their white garments, these Unggoy have an ability called "Zeal" which turns normal Unggoy lances into suicidal assault units.

'''San'Shyuum Enforcers:''' These low-ranking San 'Shyuum do not take to the battlefield as warriors. Instead, they use their faith and inspiring aspect to rally shaken warriors and encourage the Covenant troops around them to fight to the death. Frail and fragile, these preachers are protected by an entire squad of Honor Guards, making them incredibly costly and expensive. However they are worth the cost, as these Enforcers are equipped with powerful support abilities: "Instrument of the Gods", which allows Covenant units to use his leadership for morale tests, and Prophet's Grace, which grant nearby units the Relentless and Preferred Enemy special rules. Armed with only a Prophet Staff and Covenant Holy Codex, these are one of the best support units in the Covenant Army.

'''San'Shyuum Prelates:''' While most San'Shyuum are weak and frail, certain remarkable individuals are noted for their physical and martial prowess. Such is the case of the Prelates, gifted San'Shyuum children given the honour of having their bodies augmented by holy Forerunner machinery within the Sacred Promissory. Trained in martial combat since childhood, these elite warriors are unlike their fragile brothers and sisters. Equipped with specialized power armour that comes with an anti-grav belt to glide along the battlefield, energy shields of superb strength, and a Forerunner hardlight projection on their arm that doubles as a shield and a melee weapon, these magnificent soldiers of holy virtue can strike fear among lesser mortals and even match Space Marines in combat.

'''Sangheili Councillors:''' These Sangheili are the elite of their race; they have reached the apex of the Covenant hierarchy and sit in council with the Prophets themselves. Despite their exalted political position, they will take to the battlefield without hesitation when the the need arises. They are easily identified by their elongated headdress and elaborate armour, and are armed with energy shields so powerful that current Imperial tactical doctrine recommends employing concentrated heavy weapons fire to bring them down.

'''Honour Guards:''' Comes in both Sangheili and Jiralhanae forms. The Honour Guards are the chosen protectors of the High Prophets themselves, and they are the gateway and barrier between a lowly Unggoy to the highest San-Shyuum. Possessed of martial skill that very few can match, these guards have been seen to defeat Space Marine Terminators, Tau Riptide squads, Eldar Wraithguard, and Tyranid Carnifexes. Their intelligence, strength, skill, cunning and tactical brilliance make them a force to be reckoned with.

'''Honour Guard Ultras:''' Often called the "Light of Sanghelios", these Sangheili have risen above the already impressive status of a typical Honour Guard by virtue of their dominance on the battlefield. These mighty guardians carry an Energy Stave; they are so skilled with these weapons that multiple eyewitnesses have reported seeing a lone Ultra dispatch an entire Astartes squad with single strikes through their helmet lenses, shattering their reinforced skulls with ruthless precision.

'''Jiralhane Chieftains:''' These mighty Brutes are the apex of the pecking order in Jiralhanae society. Their authority is unquestioned, for they have earned their rank through victory on a hundred battlefields. Their raw martial skill and savage cunning is such that even an Astartes might think twice before confronting a Chieftain. Strong and immensely powerful in both close and ranged combat, it is quite common for these monsters to rip apart vehicles with their bare hands. They are powerful enough to challenge almost any other individual combatant in the galaxy, and some Jiralhanae Chieftains have managed to acquire Ork retinues after defeating their Warboss on the field. These Patriarchs can be either armed with a Light Plasma Cannon, Fuel Rod Cannon, or a Gravity Hammer.

==The Covenant:Great Journey and Beyond==
This next section talks about the Covenant in the WH40K Galaxy, and is mostly fluff while this page is mostly crunch. You can read the Fluff from the link below...

->'''Link:'''[[Covenant|Covenant]]

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Kulmorost Divided

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[[File:KulmorostBig.png|thumb|400px|The latest map for Kulmorost Divided]]

The following is a product of many great minds working together on a /tg/ thread started by an anon. It was produced across several days of hard labour (the thread is rumoured to be still going to this very day)

The product was a harmonic and absolutely fantastic [[Noblebright|Grimbright]] high fantasy setting...
Anon wanted to create a world where humans lack magic and were driven into the northern wastes. We now have that, AND nazi-dwarves, elves which will turn you into a flowerpot if you mess with their farms, orcs being too damn nice and Halflings who behave themselves like typical rednecks - either getting drunk and high on everything or making bunkers and filling them with guns. Also fucking scaled-feathered barbarian velociraptors are about to start fulfilling their holy destiny to murderdevour elves.

Oh, and also magic works only through the leather, flesh and bones of sentient beings. You can cannibal someone for greater magical power at the price of making yourself a drooling comatose vegetable nuke.

This is '''''Kulmorost Divided'''''.

== Sinister magic ==
Magic in '''Kulmorost''' ''can only be conducted through organic material, such as flesh and bone.'' All artifacts and magical devices are built from once living (or in some horrible cases, still living) creatures (although plants can be substituted in some cases).

While common animal bones are suitable for minor magical items - temporary light sources, directional tools, one-use "ammunition" - nobody has ever managed to make a powerful magical item with anything other than the body parts of a thinking being.
This creates some demand for corpses in areas with numerous enchanters of skill.

Magic uses a caster's life force to manipulate the world around them. Casting spells causes physical and mental exhaustion, and casting too much causes potentially terminal conditions, such as heart attacks, aneurysms, and lung collapses.

It is possible to gain greater magical powers by consuming the flesh and souls of other sentient magically adept beings, the cost of one's mental stability and health. At it's peak someone who does that will become a trembling husk barely able to stand but capable of summoning city-destroying magics.

If magic is used to fortify ones physical attributes in an attempt to counter-act these negative effects (creating a magical oxymoron: use magic to prevent the drawbacks of overusing magic) it causes a condition known as Arcane Hemorrhaging, this causes a caster's magical essence to leak out, deforming the caster and weakening their magical ability. This also tends to create a magic dependency, making a person want to gain more power to make up for the leakage of essence, although this always makes things far worse for them. If the condition is allowed to advance, it can lead to the complete loss of magical ability as well as any bodily enhancements. But at least don't suffer the usual negative effects of casting magic, and never will again.

There is also a degree of "sympatheticness" to magic: you can enchant anything organic with a enchantment to prevent breakage for example, but the bones of creatures that are themselves tough are easier to enchant. Human bones and leather, oddly enough make for good magic resistant materials, which some scholars believe is one of the reasons the human genocide began: dwarves and elves were hunting humans for materials to improve their own defenses. It should be noted that while human bones and leather take anti magic enchantments well, living humans have no particular resistance to magic.

Although it is less common as it requires more skill, trees and plant can also be used and manipulated for magic as is common in the Elven principalities. These magics are generally centered around agriculture and extending ones life (although attempting to become immortal is strictly forbidden). Prolonged exposure to this kind of magic can cause someone to begin to resemble the kind of plant that gave them their long life (usually a tree). This transformation comes in the form of leaves and root sprouting from the appendages as well as the hardening of skin and the dampening of the senses (poorer hearing, sight etc.). This can reach such an extreme that they become something known as and Elder Tree (which is literally an elder who has become a tree)

Of all organic materials, teeth are the best to store charms and curses. It is common in elvish society to wear necklaces made of your own milk teeth, with the rich getting each one individually enchanted with some small boon.

Metals in turn are not seen as worthy materials, and only used for common tools among the magical races. One exception is '''Silver'''. It is notable and reviled by mages for its anti-magic qualities. The more pure the Silver, the more potent the effect. Alloy with traces of Silver irritates magical flesh, pure Silver outright burns it, and Silver reduces and deadens offensive magic. Silver weapons, armor, and jewelry are highly prized among Humans and Beastmen, and are considered contraband among the magical races.

== History ==
[[File:Kulmorost_Timeline.jpg|thumb|Timeline of Kulmorost]]
=== Creation Myths ===

=====Draconic Creation Myth=====

======The Perfect Dragons and the Writhing Void======

Old legends say that When the world was yet unformed and the powers of chaos lay still in the sky, the earth was a infertile plain of stone which was watched over by two supreme beings, one of stone and flame and one of gemstone and ice.

These two supreme beings sat at either side of eternity, watching the world and loving it for it was perfect. But in perfection there is balance and balance cannot be kept while chaos exists. One side: the earth, perfect and flat. The other side: the sky, imperfect, ever-changing and writhing.

The two dragons sat for an eternity, but eternity is too short a time to achieve perfection. And so out of the sky came an ''imperfect wyrm'' into the perfect plain. This wyrm was the embodiment of change, now introduced into the world. This angered one of the dragons, but not the other. For they were opposites as the land and sky.

The angered dragon of ice and gemstone was named '''Fandthol'''. Justice was swift upon the wyrm as Fandthol smote it with a talon and swallowed it. But somehow Fandthol's rage was not sated and so set upon the land. The wrath of Fandthol disrupted the plain with storms of ice, tearing it apart, creating canyons and mountains in its wake. At the other end of eternity '''Akriton''' saw Fandthol's rage upon the land and was mourned. Akriton then gathered all power that was available, and became great, dark and terrible to behold.

When Fandthol and Akriton met at the center of eternity, they collided with such a terrible force that the world was cracked from every corner, tearing the world out of eternity and making it finite. Their battle wreathed the land in flame and ice, and then in water and soot. Until finally Fandthol was defeated, which could not have happened if the Void wyrm had not weakened his will. Fandthol's body fell to the earth and shattered into countless pieces and from those pieces in aeons to come would hail the ''first peoples'' of the world. Akriton then roared up into the sky at the void in rage and sadness. Seeking to destroy the void.

But the writhing void retreated and went behind the world, as did Akriton chase it. And this pursuit has not ceased to this day. While in the day Akriton is visible, great burning and full of hatred for the void. And at night the writhing void, littered with the wounds that Akriton had inflicted upon it which burn through with terrible contempt.

=====Myth of the origin of the Magic and the Magical Races=====
One of the most ancient tales (now often speculated to be fabrication) states that a millenia after death of Acrynahl and the start of Civilisation, a '''Trade''' was made between one wife of a fisher and a Merchant of the Mists. She wanted her man to be with her more often, as she missed him on his long fishing trips.

The Merchant gave her power to do just that: She suddenly had the power to Command her husband to do whatever she wanted.
Yet the now mentally-slaved husband was not what the wife had wanted and she commanded the husband to kill them both.

Usually the tale is used to warn about strange merchants and the usage of mind-controlling magic, but it some (mostly older) versions of the tale also mention that ''every single one'' of the current magic using races is direct offspring of the wife.

Tales do not agree on what was the '''Cost to the Trade''' as it depends between cultures and variations.

=====Dwarven Creation Myth=====
As presented in the orthodox Cult of the Maker to the believers by the priests.

======GENESIS======
At the First Beginning was and yet wasn't, the Architect.
Then the Architect was.
His sole Presence turned The Void That Never Was And Cannot Ever Be into the Primordial, Unformed and Chaotic Matter.
The Perfect Architect saw potential in this Imperfect Cosmos.
Unlike His pure Essence, the Matter was made of two muddled Substances, a higher one and a lesser one.
The Architect conceived a Perfect Model of the World to Come and His First Action was to separate the two Substances from each other.
His Second Action was to create the Maker from His Essence in a guise made of the higher Substance and to place him in the Higher Region of the World.

======SUBGENESIS======
At the Second Beginning, born and yet unborn was the Maker.
Then born was the Maker.
His Vision revealed the Lower Region of the World.
The Architect instructed him with the Plan of the World to Come, and promised he will be able to join Him as a reward once his work is done and the World is made Perfect.
And the Maker began his work.
He shaped the Higher then the Lower Region to the exact specifications of the Architect, yet the World was still imperfect.
The Maker felt frustation and anger, but the Architect calmed him down before he wrecked the Cosmos in his rage, and explained to him why the World still wasn't perfect.
Souls like the ones of the Lower Region had to be created, but made like the Maker of the Essence of the Architect itself, and had to achieve the World by fructifiate and create civilization within it, guided by the Maker.
The Third Action was to create these souls made of His Own Essence and make them reincarnate in the Lower Region until their task is done.
Then the World will be purged of all imperfections and these souls will ascend with the Maker to the Realm of the Architect, for all of the two Substances and the Essence will be in its right place.
These souls are those of the Dwarves, and so we will be reincarnated in this World until our task is done.
The Imperfection is the cause of everything bad in this World : Evil, diseases, hunger, natural disasters, weakness in both mind and body,ect..
We must endure all of these sorrows because once our work here is finished, this World will be perfect and we will get our reward in the Realm of the Architect.

===The Goblin - Giant War===
Barely fragmentary myths survive to tell us of a war between the Goblins and Giants north of them. The war ended when the Goblins drove the Giants with magic to the Northwestern Peninsula and then used their powers break the peninsula off from the mainland separating the giants from Kulmorost to this new island (later called Lesia).

Thus began the golden age of the Goblin Empire and meanwhile the Giants starved in their new island.

===The Goblin Cataclysm===
[[File:Gentree.png|thumb|right|genetical tree of races, mostly thanks to goblin magic]]
The Southern Wastes as they are called now where not always so, before the rise of the orcs and the great feuds between the races. The goblins, as easily forgotten and powerless as they are now called this land theirs.
Some say they were punished by their gods for the misuse of magic, that they tried to give life to that which is not meant to have it and for that they were struck down Few know that they succeeded.
The great mages gathered where mountain met the sea, bringing forth sacrifices of beast and men and goblin, dragon and the great beasts of the sky, they used their magics to pull behemoths from the waves. For weeks they spilled the blood onto the earth, weaving great incantations as they did pouring the very essence of their race into this spell
And at last '''the Black Earth rose.'''
The Goblins had made God. A god of stone and molten rock pulled itself from the earth, a mountain bent to the will of these mighty spell weavers.
No one knows why it fell, and the names of all who brought it fourth have been cursed and taken from the tales.

The Black Dunes are where the beast fell and the Godless Bay between the Eleven lands and the Southern Peninsula is where the great beast was made and raised from.

===The Haumic Exodus===
After the Goblin Cataclysm, Humanity used to be a fragmented number of Kingdoms and Republics mostly north of the current city of UR. The Watery Moor also belonged to humans.

This ''Land of Haumics'' was vast buffer territories between Elves, Dwarves and Trolls. It was like Principalities of past - many loosely tied duchies, petty kingdoms, republics and tribes with several power players and none telling everyone how to live or play. In part, this lead to the Exodus as humanity had no unified Lord or King - which led to a fractured defense. The Land of Haumics was mostly uncontested because Elves were separated and bickered with each other and dwarves were not the powerhouse that they are now - they simply did not have numbers to overwhelm the humans.

It all changed when Dwarves met the most powerful Elven princes and princesses at the meeting place later named UR. It was a long, long discussion, full of backstabbing and betrayal, but in the end an "Alliance" was formed, and with it, the fate of Humanity sealed, and their soon to be conquered territories divided between the Alliance. The exact details of why the Elves and Dwarves united against Humans have been forgotten. The fear that the warlike Humans would eventually reach and surpass the magical ability of the other Races, whether true or not, is often cited as one reason, as is that Elves, Dwarves and Humans were in competition for good lands after the Goblin Cataclysm had destroyed their old lands.

During the long, bloody war, the Elves and Dwarves fought as a unified front: Elves provided troops while Dwarves provided weapons and mages. The human nobles were still relying on the power of their individual kingdoms. Their lack of cohesion cost them greatly, suffering heavy losses.

One of the worst battles of the war was the ''Carnage on Cain'' (known to Elves as "Battle at river Cain" "Cain's miracle" and "That battle when several important human idiots betrayed their kin for one whore", depends who you ask) where several human princes betrayed their kin for Elves (but in the end, they got what they deserved - genocide). After that battle the individual human realms ceased to exist. Names of Human Traitors were erased from both Human and Dwarven history.

One of the most prominent human leaders was '''King Leoric''' (latter known as "King Leoric the Doomed") who decided to unify all human forces after Cain and the one who commanded the remaining Humans during ''the Last Battle'' at rolling hills of now Samcin Kingdom. The excess of magic used by Dwarves drove Leoric to madness. After the battle was lost he ordered a retreat through Troll Lands and legends say that seeing weakness in human nature, Leoric started to feast upon the bodies of trolls he slew himself. After the human exodites broke through to the Northern Wastes, Leoric and his closest allies disappeared in a snowstorm, never to be seen again.

The Exodus to the Northern Wastes through the Troll Tribes was the source of many a dark deed and even darker legends. Upon reaching the far North, the exodites built the the Valkery Cathedral to house their knowledge and separated (once more) to various tribes.

== The Geopolitical World ==
The continent of '''Kulmorost''' is the main stage for the setting. It is a land of magic, beasts, civilizations at the height of their economy, and brutish war tribes seeking only bloodshed. The world is not unlike earth in the majority of climate, flora, and fauna (with exceptions) and is divided into many different factions.

With a quick glance, the species of Kulmorost are rather fantasy-standard yet with refreshing differences. However if one begins to dig deeper, however, there will be interesting secrets found...

===Military power of the realms ===
Scale: 1 = not dangerous to 10 = you are already dead

*Goblins pre-Cataclysm were definitely 13,
summoning meteors to fucking rain on you.

*Laffu are something between 5 and 12.

*Dwarves and Elves would be about 9 combined, 6-8 alone and 4-5 as individual realms.

*Humans alone (Tribes, Grave Lords, pirates, etc) are 2-4, as a mega-horde 7-10 depending on leader and zeal, and of course, equipment

*Lesians are 4-7 about. Potential threats for Elves.

*Gnomes are 7 if they defend their cities and 3-4 if for some reason they go on offense

*Orcs are somewhere 3-5, depending on the tribe and if have you angered them. They are at the lesser end of the totem pole.

*Centaurs are 0 to 3. They cause mayhem once in few generations.

*Kobolds and Gualli are roughly 1. Regular annoyances.

*Trolls and others are not militaristic so they are about 0 to 2.

=== Humans ===
The Humans (also called Haumics) are mostly non-magic using scum who were driven to the cold Northern Wastes in the War of Human Exodus long ago in the ancient times. In modern times, they hover on the brink of extinction, living in [[Humanity Fuck Yeah|barbaric xenophobic]] nomad/barbarian tribes with a messiah-figure in the form of a conqueror who will unite their tribes. They are barely eking out an existence in the frigid, unforgiving wastes.

Most form various kinds of primitive tribes. One particular interest is those tribes who herd ''Wooly rhinos''. Wooly Rhinos reproduce slowly, and consume massive amounts of food, making them extremely valuable in Human society. Only a few Human nomad tribes and townships near the coasts and the Troll lands have access to these magnificent beasts, and due to the advantages they bring, they will not part with their monopoly anytime soon.

The rest of the Humans make do with walking, and they are infamous among other races for their ability to march nonstop for days, even without magical assistance, if need be.

There are a couple cities which occupy themselves in other "trades" like piracy and raiding. Examples of these cities listed below.

They still resent the more magically gifted races for what their ancestors did, and many tribes raid southern civilizations to supplement their hunting and gathering during the cold season. Despite their magical inability, Humans are still extremely good at killing things, and many of the more civilized races fear that eventually an ambitious Human chieftain will arise and unite all tribes under one banner, forming an unstoppable horde.

[[File:Human_Knight.jpg|thumb|left|Scare other races to the bone]]

Some tribes of human have great affinity for working metal. They use it to create monstrous masked suits of armour, crafted to resemble the dead (usually shaped to the likeness of a relative's skull). The sight of these warriors strikes fear into the hearts of most civilized creatures. And very few live to tell of these abominable Iron Revenants.

"Clad in all that ghastly metal. Why would the living strive to become like the dead? Surely that cold iron freezes their hearts as well." -''The Shades of the North'', a study by Yulyn, Elvish Scholar.

It is impossible for Humans to reproduce with Elves, Dwarves, Orcs, or Goblins. Of course, this doesn't stop them from trying. The few who have laid with Humans know that the rumors of their almost supernatural endurance are not exaggerated.

Curiously, some legends state that the Magical Races are offspring of humans. While other legends say the magical races were created by an entirely different being.

==== Important Human Cities ====
*'''Tempest Edge''': The Tempest Edge sits on the most west point of Northern coast overlooking the Storm ocean. Here sits the Silent King. So named as the wind speaks for him and brings news of when to go into open waters or when to wait. In exhange he gave up his human tongue....Or so the elvish survivors tell. His ships come during both the worst weather boats can survive and in an eery quiet seemingly brought on by the men themselves, his warriors plundering villages and cities wordlessly before returning back to open sea with the same unsettling silence as they arrived.<br /> This human city has very poor and frozen earth, which leads most men to seek nourishment from dangerous waters of the ocean. Only the best survive this test of nature, molding them into perfect sailors whom their king wields with brutal efficacy. Hidden by storm, fog or rain from the eyes of Sot Watch Tower, he remains unpunished for his deeds. But the journey is always dangerous and deadly so beside the skilled men of Tempest, only madmen and martyrs join his raids. For their bravery, the Silent King builds great tombs for all human remains returned from their raids.
*'''Frostfrontier''': a human city on the coast of the Val sea. It has an underground section as well as an above ground one. It is one of the most important human ports, and you can find most kinds of humans within it. It began as an underground settlement nestled in a massive cave system and it has stood for at least 500 years. It houses the largest market of the Haumic lands, and has been ruled from the beginning by a family of centaurs.
*'''Toren''': Deep in the frozen northern coast of Talahaca lies the Toren volcano. In its shadow lives a particularly stubborn tribe of humans who are generally territorial and extremely protective of their warm and fertile lands - many have tried to conquer them and as of yet none have succeeded. This tribe has taken its name after the volcano: the Defenders of Toren. Another frequent cause of battles is that the Defenders are followers of "The Mother Toren". They hold many negative stories about other humans close to heart, (usually calling them Oathbreakers) typically revolving around the Defenders being wronged somehow in the War of Human Exodus. The true reason is forgotten, as the Defenders are illiterate, their history passed down through the generations as spoken word. Tales of the Oathbreaking are too nimerous wide ranging to truly decipher whatever wrongdoing occurred to make them despise their fellow man.<br /> Many other tribes, in turn, see the Defenders as heretics and betrayers of their fellows, undeserving of their rich lands and worthy only of conquest. No wonder they are frequently attacked - the Defenders have a saying that "a summer without a siege is a great one indeed!". <br />The Defenders have adapted to their role particularly well - their villages are defensible forts linked by secret tunnels. Their lava-forges, although lacking steel or silver, produce large amounts of iron spears, shields, and arrows. The Defenders could become quite wealthy by selling these high quality weapons, yet they understandably fear that these weapons would be turned against them in the coming years. Combined with their general disdain of the the other tribes, they rarely if ever engage in trade.<br /> The Defenders are ruled by three forgemaster-commanders who decide what is produced, what is built, and who lead the defense of the tribe.
*'''Grimbridge''': The Grimbridge tribe sits by both sides of the old stone bridge, built long before they arrived. The bridge lays across river Stern (the large northern river which flows to Val sea). Known for their great strength and wealth among all the other local tribes.<br /> mostly due to every trader who wants to cross the river having to pay a toll and every raiding party crossing said bridge has to share a small part of their spoils, with any number of steelclad grimbride warriors stationed to enforce their claim as well as their tithes.
*'''Lemon Keep''': Situated on a small island west of The Neck is the Lemon Keep of the Latrosia family. They are a small but still somewhat rich family, one of the few noble houses that still exist after the Exodus. <br /> The castle is well made (built immediately after the Exodus) and easily defended from non-magical races. It is known for the trees that grow within the walls (merely a few lemon and orange trees) which is where it gains its many nicknames, The Lemon Keep, Yellow hill, Treehold and so on. <br /> If one is passing through the Neck you'll come close to the fort, making it a popular spot for Raiding parties looking to rest or the occasional traveler/trader. These factors all contribute to why the Latrosia family has kept its wealth and land for all this time (you wouldn't believe how much silver someone returning from an extended stay in troll territory will pay for a lemonade). The family is well connected with the pirate lords as well as the Valkery Cathedral and lords of Frostfontier.<br /> There are plenty of tribes and other people that would love to get rid of the family and have the land for themselves, but the Lemon Keep is so well fortified, supplied and easily defensible it's not really a good idea trying to lay siege to it as the family can just wait the invaders out.

==== Human Religion ====

Humans mostly practice ancestor worship and believe bones are sacred except for the ones who use bones for everything out of spite. Some believe in the winged goddess '''Valkery''', mother of all humans. Upon their death she pulls out soul from the bones and leads them to paradise. Though should their bones be disturbed she won't be able to pull soul out, that's why they are so protective of the bones. It is also believed if you reclaim (or die trying) bones of the disturbed your sins will be forgiven.

This leads to many criminals and alike to atone for their sins and go south with raiding party in one or several men crusade.

Also there is many kinds of myths about the One who will unite the tribes and lead them back to south. Fortunately for the rest of races, this has not happened yet.

Somewhere between the River of Death and Stern lies most important religious site for all humans, the '''Valkery Cathedral'''. A monument built from steel and stone when humans only arrived to Northern wastes.

Warrior-monks live here guarding whole place from any intruders as not only it is sacred ground for praying, many chieftains find this place to recieve blessing of the goddess before taking leadership of their clan, it became common practice for them to bring remains of the last leader with them to put those bones in sprawling catacombs.

But unknown to most this place also holds library with tomes and books that humans brought with them after being driven north. The books that hold untainted by dwaves knowledge about times before exodus

==== Unorthodox Cults ====

*'''Of Pirate Lords''': There's a pretty simple reason that you rarely see the Pirate Lords in the northern segments of the wastes. They fear not simply for their lives but also for their souls. You see a common suspicion among the Pirate Lords is that Large bodies of water (including lakes rivers and the ocean) are the eyes of the Valkery into the mortal world. If one dies reasonably close to these places you are fine, but if you die too far from water then the Valkery will never know you died and won't come to collect your soul, leaving your soul trapped inside your rotting body until it is brought close enough to a body of water for the Valkery to see it and recover the soul. Not exactly an experience that most are in favour of. As such they rarely venture inland and if they do it is mostly via the water ways.
**'''Heresy among pirates''': It's become a somewhat custom among Human Pirate Lords to keep captured Elven women as concubines, to symbolize Mankind's supposed superiority over the Magical races. The fact that most Elves are quite attractive by Human standards and remain youthful for many decades is also a reason for this practice. Elves of noble blood and/or arcane talent are considered more valuable, because "humbling" them is much more satisfying. Those who follow the custom are a sizable minority among the Human Pirate Kings and Warlords of the Val Sea but as time goes on, it's becoming more acceptable. <br />Being captured by a Human pirate is the worst nightmare of many Elven noblewomen. Most Humans of the South believe that breeding with other races is permissible, (if somewhat distasteful) so long as the Human doesn't become attached or form a lasting relationship with a member of an "Inferior" race or begin to lust after other races over Humans. A few Human deviants believe that interspecies breeding should be encouraged but they are an incredibly small minority. <br />Many Humans view this custom as degenerate and blasphemous in the eyes of the Valkery, but they tolerate it because most of the Men who adhere to the custom are important to Human society. Though not everyone accepts this behavior of those pirates. More orthodox followers of Valkery refuse such pirates entry into ports or villages, while zealot warriors or greedy for spoils can even launch "crusade" against "hedonistic scum who left light of the Goddess and were seduced by elven sorceress"
*'''Northern Cult of City of Bones''': Deep on the north, surrounded by traps and hidden from plain view, lies most sacred place for all northern tribes - City of Bones, where all souls come to rest. It's not really cities, but a very several burial mounds and bone pits placed near each other, surrounding a temple made of Winged Goddes, made entirely from bones. Around that temple rised bone pits, burial mounds, tombs and shrines of many clans and tribes. It's a sacred ground, where spilling blood and killing a humans are strictly forbidden. <br />Once in year, this place is full of pyres and feasting humans - they all honoring their ancestors and the Winged Goddess. It's a tradition to add a bone of Hero or prominent chieftain into a Temple, expanding it power. Their Southern brothers view this cult a little heretical and rather impractical and so won't indulge such silliness, going to the Cathedral instead.
*'''The Grave lords''': Graves Lords were several very close to each other clans on the East coast of Wastes who were followers of City of Bones until one day they refused to follow laws of Valkery. <br />This rebellion against goddess they followed with plundering of the graves for the bones and donning them on over their armor. For this act they got their name but they were quickly squashed by union of angered clans and driven out of Northern Wastes to live on frozen islands in Ocean of Tahalaca. <br />These outcasts proclaim they worship a '''God of Death,''' unknown god by anyone outside of their clans and to this day not one captured clansmen has told anything about their god beside the fact that ''he gave them power no human ever had''. What is known though that they practice eating in moderation Trolls or Dwarven flesh captured in their raids. Dark powers and insanity they gain from it are even scarier since everything about them after rebellion is just frightening rumors.
*'''Cult of Mother Toren''': Completely heretical, Defenders of Toren volcano venerate her as the Mother of all Life instead of mother Valkery, who they completely ignore.
*'''Cult of the River of Death''': Few primitive human tribes worship the north-flowing River of Death, saying that it carries the souls of the dead. Their relationship with the City of Bones is not known.

==== Baseless Rumors ====

Not everyone in the human lands have read the thousands of books about the world, so many humans of different parts of the Northern Wastes hold these stories as truth:

Lemon Keep Lords actually are elves, so inbred with humans so they looks like humans! I swear, their ears are longer than other humans!

Don't drink the lemonade - it's laced with mind control drugs. To protect yourself from it, add a licorice.

They say deep in North lies a tribe who learned secret how to make a Star Steel, from real stars, stolen from the sky! It can cleave a stone in half with ease and sings when swinging.

Bone Lords are coming. They rising our ancestors against us so they can rule whole world.

Pirates are up to something. I swear, more and more ships sails into Storm Ocean. And why they buying a live rhinos? It's not like they gonna milk them...

They say there was ancient race, who created every races. Doblings, I think. So these Doblins, in fact, was Humans! I don't lie, an ancestors told me these when I drinked a mushroom potion!

There is ancient ruins on South, somewhere in the mountains. It's full of strange things

Dwarves are making a self-driving wagon cart. With no magic at all!

Elven wine can turn you into a elf if you drinks it too much. True story!

A ghost roams on eastern coast, looking for a passage into a Forsaken Isle. He claims his name is Riley.

Elks numbers are dwindling, so some tribes are really desperate for food. Look closely to jerky you trade with tribes - some are made from beast much more common than elk and woolly rhinos.

Some people say you can navigate yourself looking at the stars. If you follow a Goddess Light in a darkest night, you can find a way everywhere you want to go. And I mean everywhere.

Lesians sure friendly, but what they are up to? Are they using us against elves? Testing us? Or their intentions are far more sinister?

When a babies cries for a first time in their life, they remember lives of our ancestors, long before dwarfs driven us out. They remember this and cries for our fate.

They say some Dwarves are not dwarves at all! Someone called them Halfmins, and dwarves drives them out from their homes, just like us! We must band together with them against dwarves!

They say there is an Elven tribe lives in our lands. Vicious and cunning bastards they are.

=== Elves ===
Peaceful farmers and winemakers with rapidly changing culture and fashions. The numerous Elvish Principalities have been allies with Dwarves since the War of Human Exodus.

Elves often participate in magical rites at important points in their life that involves the manipulation of their own life causing them to live for centuries. Particular old elves deviate from the normal body shape [[Tzeentch|significantly]]; their flesh twisted to extend their lives beyond which nature ordained. Still usually quite pleasant chaps though.

Elvish principalities all vary in military power of how rich they arm their soldiers, but still follow ''the rule of second son'', were they conscript second oldest son of the family when he's old enough. There they are trained with sword and bow for a year, after that they are given choice out of three: to remain in military, go back to home or join "lords freeman", a band of soldiers under one commander that are free to move around Kulmorost and do mercenary jobs, most of the pay return back to lord.

As per usual soldiers are armed with bone swords and wooden bows & arrows, leather armor finished with dyed cloth of plant or animal threads principality grows or buys. Renowned archers are given runed bone bows, while the higher in hierarchy you go the more enchanted troll or human they wear yet elegantly made.

Smoking is a favorite Elvish past time, initially only becoming popular within the last 200 years. For centuries prior, the different tribes of Men had consumed psychedelic substances and herbs through the pipe. It was only through the introduction of Tobacco, brought by Lesian invaders, that the Elven people developed an insatiable appetite for the plant. It is not uncommon for all socio-economic classes to consume Tobacco, from the lowest serve smoking a cigarette to a highborn nursing a jade pipe.

Elven society also knows for several short-lived, but strange fads - from ''"everybody wears wigs and fake beards"'' to ''"bestiality (humans included) is A-ok!"''. This gets noble elves sometimes not really deserved reputations of being depraved fucks with short attention span.
Current fad is troll skin clothes, including underwear. Especially underwear with troll faces on it. Some noble family spender a fortune on full set of Night Troll skin suit, dress and frilly undergarments.

The Elves ''might'' have been the members of the goblin race of old times, yet current era elves will not tolerate such insults.

==== Important Elvish Cities ====

*'''UR''': The de-facto unofficial capital of the Principalities. It also know to elves as '''"Place of Negotiations"''' '''"City of Deals"''' and a '''"Good place to buy a fine cheese"'''. It is a relatively new, but already one of the biggest city in all Principalities. It began his history as a main camp in a Human Exodus War, where Dwarves and Elves met first, then it became a fort, and lastly a city. It's not sporting a rich and ancient histories as other big Elven cities, but it's trading center of all Principalities, holding a claim being an unofficial capital of all Elves cities. <br />UR is famous for its magic markets, where you can buy all kinda of items, from mundane to rare.In less reputable parts of UR you can stumble to a slaves and a "cattle" markets, where mages can buy a material for an enchantments and a cheap labour. Those markets sells all kinds of "cattle" - from disgraced Dwarf to a rare Humans or even a Lesian (they are poor workforce, but their nerve and blood system are good magic conductors)

*'''Treyach''': is located on banks of two rivers that combine into the Largest River on Elvish lands, three river banks form this city and three Princess control those banks. Each prince despises other two for way they govern and will never want to have anything in common with them, unless it's common enemy from outside that threatens all three in equal, then they forge a very short peace before threat is gone and they can return to wrestling over the city. <br /> Long time ago ancestors of each prince build own city on their own side and each of them didn't want for another to out do him or leave this place. Each time one of the cities gained more power two other united to cut it down, so it was for all time. As of today it has turned into one big metropolis. <br /> Treyach is booming with abundance of work, you can peacefully live your whole life here, not knowing what happens behind curtains or be unlucky enough to walk into stand off between soldiers of two principalities that ends bloody for all.
**Northen bank is controlled by '''Yomen''' clan, with banner of flower on green field, they are the most elf-centric and take biggest pride in what elves can do. They mastered art of wine making, having biggest brewery in all land, rumors say that they lerned how to mix life essence of "lesser races" into wine, which not only enhances taste but also makes you feel more alive, beside that woodcrafting, wax making, honey and biggest market of plants in city.
**On the East bank rules '''Kento''' clan, with banner of a gauntlet striking down on red font, they seek to utilise lesser races for own gain. Being most welcoming orcs flock to this clan for glory and pay, this gives Kento muscles to throw around. So they profit from managing docks and shipwright along with slave trade, disregarding how many orcs will die on work, anyway their body will be sold to Yomens. Thougher orcs are taught how to fight properly and serve as mercenaries and ship crew, they are constantly sent into open sea to search for new wonder and trade. Beside that Kento prosper on kettle, and trade of exotic beasts.
**On west bank we have '''Arak''' clan, with their banner of two crossed hands before a rising sun, being most fond of dwarves they have many dwarvish masters from UAC work on bone trinkets and book writers, with elvish tongue and dwarvish carvings they created most advanced bone and leather musical instruments, as their orchestras perform on every important event in all Elf or Dwarf cities,while those in training perform on every corner of this city. Weaving, leather working and paper are also important for this clan, while their paper light are illuminating whole city during the night. They also train deadly assassins that are masters of subtlety, stealth and precise strikes. With abundance of targets in this city and Goblinoid-dwarves just just for change they hone their skills, engraved bone-stars are their favourite weapon though very costly to make, which makes them only users of such weapon.

==== Elvish Religion ====
Elvish religion is based around the concept that their own '''Society''' is in fact their creator spirit, and by making their cities and towns and roads are in fact "recreating" the body of their god. This is one of the reasons they treat their criminals so harshly as not only is the offender a criminal, but a heretic against their god.

Worship of this god comes in the from of civic duty, doing your job and doing it well, and doing things "for the good of everyone".

They believe that the dwarves have their own society/god, and due to their close alliance, that their society gods are close friends/lovers or siblings (or both). They do not believe the humans have a society god however, which is one of the reasons they think they have such a barbaric way of life.

==== Elven Cults====
*'''Candle Cult''': Elves who gain power by burning the bones of the dead. Live in the of City of Candles and are known to be accepting of other races as long as they are nonviolent.
*'''Drow, the Lost Elves''': The black or gray skinned Elven outcasts that have abandoned the Elvish religion to become nomads in the southern desert. Drow means "Lost" in the Elvish language. Drow aren't any more evil than normal Elves, but they prefer to keep to themselves, are quite mysterious and are known to have mastered fire magic
*'''Cult of Good Neighborhood''': Believe that the Elven Society God is easily polluted with impure thoughts, drugs and alcohol abuse and other improper things. They believe if everything is proper and good, then whole world is gonna be a better place. <br />While it's not unusual, The Cult a list of polluting things are long and VERY strict list. This list includes are colors and clothes you have to wear on everyday, forbidding drinking wine, what kind of meal you must eat on special occasions, specific length of hair for females and even replacement words you have to ask ("Darn" to "Damn" "Gosh" to "Shit" "Beasts" to "Humans"). If you break a rule from this list, punishments are severe and unforgiving. <br /> It is not a very popular Cult, but cities where it's dominated usually blessed with very good harvests, good weather and generally, much prospering lands.

==== Baseless Rumors ====

Elves are on the crossroads for all races to come, trolls, lesians, humans, orcs and dwarves all come here and it's only natural for common folk to create stories about them:

Lesians actually are giant birds and capable of flying. They hide their magnificent wings pretty well.

A Good Neighborhood cult are expanding more and more aggressively. Sooner or later they will go on a bloody crusade against us.

All Gnomes are males and all Halflings are females. Once in a year they coming together into a MASSIVE orgy.

I hear some human tribes want to parley with us. We will not let these barbarians into our lands, doesn't we?

Slaves are sooo dull and common. A animated servant, on other hand...

If you make a staff from Elder Tree, it will hold his personality and magic, making him practically immortal.

Drows are up to something. More and more of their tribes coming to the North, carrying bags of seeds. It's a frozen wasteland, why they bring there seeds?!?

Lesians and Humans are uniting against us. But their true target? Laffu.

Cave Troll stomach can cure almost everything. It must be fresh, though.

For best harvests, let your fields be soiled by virgin maiden.

For a cup of fresh blood, a dwarf in Ur can make you a protective amulet against sunlight. No more tan ever!

Halflings alchemists seeks a secret of our wines. Don't let them drink it!

Gnomes are from the future. They saw something there and traveled back in time, preparing.

Wanna know why drows are lost? Because their Society God was killed. You see, you can kill it and so Drows seeks a way to reanimate it.

Did you heard about a pregnant statue? It gave a birth of healthy elf girl!

All inks are made from blood. Especially powdered ones.

Babies found in cabbages? A kid's tale. But a pumpkin, on other hand...

All Orcs looks are same. It's because they ARE one man.

Dwarves wanna invade us, that's for sure. You know what stops them? Ur. Layout of this city is a gigantic ritual which keeps dwarves in check.

Trolls are closing in. And they want trade with us.

Kobolds eggs are best for a frying. Just add lemon juice.

=== Dwarves ===
Dwarves are the most intellectually advanced race and are quite good at magic, especially enchantments.
They highly value skilled jobs and education and the social status of a dwarf is mainly dependent on how much educated he is.
Low skilled workers and farmers are the lower classes, semi-skilled are middle class and upper classes are highly skilled and scholars

The dwarf government is a Republic supervised by a religious council.
There is one elected Consul, 55 Senators, a representative of the lower and middle classes with a limited veto right, and a five representatives of the official cult of the Maker with a greater veto right.
The religious council also has a lot of influence and is independent of the Senate for all religious matters.

Dwarves still call themselves Kingdoms although their kings (and the ceremonial '''Overking''') have been mostly just figureheads after the UAC Heresy, when King Ronnac of House Morfir actually ''sided'' with the heretics. Afterwards no King has been given total power.

Been allies with Elves since the War of Human Exodus.

The Dwarvish calendar is solar based and composed of 19 months, each with 19 days and 4 or 5 intercalary days (depending on the year) inserted between the 18th and 19th months.
Intercalation was once a practice forbidden by the Cult, but the old calendar had to be recalibrated and changed to include it after centuries of use.

The Dwarves are also kind of history-altering, hypocritical, self important dicks. They just see themselves as the greatest civilization of all time, created from the essence of the true creator while other races are like animals and MAYBE get reincarnated forever in the lowest world, and even this is a very liberal belief. The orthodox cult thinks the poor are sinful because they are really not up to the standards of what it means to be a dwarf as they are individually almost useless to the dwarvish civilization and the Cult often refuses to inhume them, and many cities use their corpses for enchantments instead, something seen in a positive light by the general opinion as at least they are really helping to complete the Task in death, if not in life.

==== Important Dwarven Kingdom-Republics ====
Dwarves always write their cities with CAPITAL LETTERS.
*'''GRON''': Former seat of the ceremonial Overking (now the Kinghood changes between republics) Gron is known for its massively prestigous universities of Gon and Ron.<br />It is otherwise rather poorly defended and mostly famous because of being in the crossroads of the Gold Vein and few major other roads that exist among the Republics.
*'''The KAM peninsula''': (associated enough with the Dol Kam Kingdom to simply be named after it) is known for it's vast meadows with a very unique flora. <br />Most of the farming of the Dwarven Unions is done here, with a heavy focus on livestock production. It is also the main source of woods, plants and other organic materials. Fishers on the coast are also a great source of food and aquatic products. <br />The culture of the region is insular with an unusual rural and agricultural nature for most Dwarves. The nobility is strong with more than 40% of the population being serfs but free farmers are generaly seen as an skilled and respectable class here.<br />The Kam peninsula has always been peaceful as involving the region during the conflicts between the Dwarven Unions is a great political taboo, as it would cause a severe famine in all the Unions.
*'''ZLUMBEN''': A small city of average wealth but highly praised by the dwarven academicians for its university and philosophers. <br />Religious authorities virtually don't hold any authority here and so philosophical developements are unhindered by the Cult of the Maker and is barely impacted by politics because of its relative isolation from the political centers. This is the reason why many intellectuals and philosophers migrate here, giving to the city and physicalist school a surprisingly strong intellectual influence on the Dwarven Unions.
*'''QUEN''': A small port city on the North of Dwarven Unions controlled by generations of QUEN family with not very profitable mines several miles from it that yield high amount of iron that they have no use for. This ore they dug is later throw out into the Tahalacas Ocean. Beside stone mined the city also started their own Troll hunting after hearing of MUN success.
*'''VALK''': Also called Valkenburg, this dwarven town on the The Gold Vein between COL and UR, VALK is known for its universities specializing in elven studies and their large printing presses trough which majority of translated elvish material is printed. <br />A place of ancient history: VALK is built on old Human ruins (Valkenburg was its Haumic name which even today still sometimes pops up) and was one of the first cities razed by the Dwarf-Elf Alliance: the stones of Castle Valkenburg were later used in building the Citadel of NOS. <br /> Nowadays, VALK is in the gripes of a particularly strict part of the orthodox Cult of the Maker. They are often using the printing presses to publish material opposing the goblinoid and UAC dwarves who neighbor the western elven principalities. Rumors about the Cult influencing the the lectures at the University are nonsense. ''Totally'' not the dwarven Ministry of Truth
*'''HOR ''': The official capital of the UAC Dwarf Cities, although the heresy did not start there. Hor is situated southwest of the Mountains, at the small bay just before the short VIK river.<br />Friendly port for almost everyone, even Lesian traders visit it. The city is surprisingly young for a dwarf one, having been built merely 300 years ago to give Dwarves a port city to the Lesian Channel.<br />The small HOR bay is known for delicious oysters and their pearls, who contain faint magical traces.
*'''BUM''':BUM is a dwarven city among the Gold Vein, between GRON and Drunderburg. <br />Once a full kingdom its significance has been greatly diminished after their King chose the wrong side in UAC heresy. It is noways just a frequent stopping place for wagons of merchants and travelers and few venture inside the walled city. This barony is known among dwarves as a ''"good place to get some warm cheese on your bread before continuing among your travel."''

==== Dwarven Religion ====
Orthodox dwarves believe in a kind of platonism or benevolent gnosticisme where a creator god, '''the Architect''', created a Demiurge called '''the Maker''' and charged him to subcreate the world under his direction.
Dwarves considered themselves to have been chosen by the Maker and charged by him to multiply and create civilization as the Demiurges within this world.
They believe they will be reincarnated in this world until they accomplish their task, and then will ascend to the Realm of the Architect with the Maker as a reward, while the other races will live forever in this world, but transformed into a terrestial paradise.
There is no dogma about whether or not non-dwarves have an afterlife, the most traditionnalists thinks they cease to exist after while moderates thinks they reincarnate as non-dwarves for all eternity.
Altough this is mostly folklore, most dwarves thinks bad dwarves will have to expiate their sins before being allowed in the Realm of the Architect.

"Before The Architect there was only void." It has been said that before The Architect the Dwarves worshipped The Void, the destroyer, whose emissaries they believed to be the proto-goblins.
When proto-goblin society began to fall into anarchy the emergent cult of The Architect overtook the worship of The Void, allowing its leaders to take control of dwarvish society and eventually drove its few remaining worshippers underground, along with what little remained of goblin-kind.

====Dwarven [[Heresy|heresies]]====
*'''Universal Adoration of the Creators''': Major heresy born from the most liberal movements within the Cult of the Maker and the ressentiment of the lower classes towards the classism of the Dwarvish Republic. Differences to orthodox branch:
**All beings are equal in the eyes of the Architect and of the Maker.
**Members can include non-dwarves (all those working as "Demiurges within this world" will ascend to the Realm of the Architect and not only dwarves)
**Dwarves and non-dwarves alike need a time of purification after a bad life before being reincarnated.
**The works of all "Demiurges within this world" are important and not only the greatest, the important is to do as much as you can and those with less opportunities and capacities shouldn't be seen as lesser.
**The Maker already ascended to the Realm of the Architect and both the Maker and the Architect should be directly worshiped. (Unlike the main branch where the work of the Maker is not finished until the one of the dwarves, and the Maker is the only one to directly supervise them)
*'''The Goblinoids''':Small but powerful sect of wizards with both dwarvish, elvish and even halfling members.<br />Vaguely based on the metaphysics of the Cult of the Maker, the Goblinoids upholds magic as the supreme principe in the universe and matter as entirely caused and enslaved by it.<br />Both magic and matter are without consciouness or personhood and there is no gods, life and the intelligents races emerged from natural magical and matter processes.<br />Non-magicals beings are purely material beings and their consciouness ceases after physical death.<br />The consciouness of magical beings persists in magic after death but quickly dissolves within it unless they are powerful enough and initiated to the magical exercices allowing the wizards of the sect to indefinitely retain their consciouness in the magical principle.<br />Just as magic enslaves the matter, the natural order is for the most magically gifted to enslave the less gifted and to treat the unmagicals as the animals they are.<br />And the natural duty of the gifted is to explore the possibilities of magic in their fullest.<br />The Goblins were the noblest race to have walked on this earth, supremaly talented with an unegaled knowledge of magic and only small minds ressent them for the collateral damage infliged on lesser races, for why should giants care about ants they are on the greatest quest ?<br />Yet they failed, but failure is not unavoidable and that's why we should take example on them, both to emulate their greatness, and for not repeating their errors.<br />The sect of the Goblinoids don't care about race but only magical, the hierarchy is divided by layers of initiation but the more talented you are, the more you can go up.<br />They are very interrested by magical knowledge, ancient goblin artifacts and wisdom, and ways to make them more magically powerful.
*'''Physicalist School''': The physicalist school of thought believes everything is physical phenomena. They don't believe everything is material as magic and maybe minds are immaterial but they think both material and immaterial things are physics and part of this world. They reject any notion of spiritual reality, don't believe in worlds outside this world and highly value empiricism and non-theological philosophy. <br />They ''do not believe'' in the Maker, the Architect and other gods and are generaly skeptical of religion even if they don't reject reincarnation within this world and some spiritual concepts non involving supposed realities outside of this world and think they could be misinterpreted actual magical phenomena.<br /> The only "stronghold" of the Physicalist School is Zlunben near the eastern shore, a small city of average wealth but highly praised by the dwarven academicians for its university and philosophers.
*'''Astrology''':Despite not being endorsed by the Cult of the Maker (but far to be considered an heresy), many dwarves believe in a form of astrology : Dwarves are under the influence of the constellatation associated with the month they are born in.
*'''Quen family''': they hold small port city on the North of Dwarven Unions with not very profitable mines several miles from it that yield high amount of iron that they have no use for. This ore they dug is later throw out into the Tahalacas Ocean. Beside stone mined the city also started their own Troll hunting after hearing of MUN success. Parties of hardened sailors leave the port with abundance of food as said in guidline for "Troll hunting for dwarves" on ships and after week return with more dead trolls than same number of elves could hunt in twice the time, another victory for dwarves! This hunting also is much, much safer than those MUN teams, as almost all the time dwarves with no loses.What is not known for anyone but ruling family and sailors that go hunting is that they haven't killed single troll in years. Under cover of night they fill ships with food and iron ore and sail to place known as "Smugglers cove" an island close to shores of Trolls, there they trade their food and ore with human mercenaries for troll remains they hunted. This is such a huge secret as most of the time weapon smithed from ore turns back on other dwarves, and most of the hunting casualties are men who are deemed to be untrustworthy and sent to sleep with the wishes lest they tell someone else about this deal

*'''The Alchemical Botanists''': These mages from the Dol Kam Kingdom are known for their flora-based magic.<br />Strangely enough, most of the flowers and plants they use are not magical in nature, something that puzzles most outsider mages.<br />The truth is that they use plants-based potons as an extremely subtle medium for spellcasting instead of movements or incantations.<br />Mastering this art takes decades but allow the Alchemical Botanists to cast extremely precise spells.<br />Many of their imitators instead believe the potions themselves are magical, and the Alchemical Botanists are glad to pretend is it indeed the case as a form of red herring.<br />They are somewhat considered as druids in the Kingdom and they are deeply involved with the royal family.<br />Religiously, altough they recognize the authority of the Cult of the Maker, they believe their tradition is a secret knowledge and perspective about the natural allowing them to have some glimpses of the plan of the Architect, justifying how they can use nature as a medium for changing the world.

==== Baseless Rumors ====

Not every dwarf is highly educated, so many of them hold stories heard at the pub as truth:

They say some dwarves are trading with humans, on regular basis.

Trolls are moving closer to our land each year. Is something drives them out from their lands? Or it's invasion?

You know why we didn't killed all humans in Human Exodus war? Because we maked a deal with them.

They say necromancers found a way to make a spitits from rocks. Crazy, huh?

Gnomes are preparing for a war - but against who? Can we trust them so they don't invade our lands?

For every "for the good of the realm!" spoken from leaders, a ten dwarves dies. These words are sacrifice to something sinister, I say!

There is secret ingredient Elves keep us from making a cheese with infinite lifespan. We must kill them all steal these secret for us!

Orcs are actually evolved Goblins. Trust me.

Humans? Bah, they all dead. Nothing can live on a North, really. It's a trolls wearing a human skin

Elves are sure crazy. One day I traveled to one of their city and I saw how their buildings are MOVING, with legs and all. Why? Because they wanna find a spot "just right".

You wanna marry Elf? Didn't you know they all are male only race? Their females are animated dolls.

All Roads lead to Ur. One way on another, everyone in civilized world was in Ur.

UAC dwarves and their ideas! What next - Maker was not a God?! Architect are fake?!?

Government actually not destroy Goblins artifacts - they a selling them to someone else for gifts. What gifts? Who knows.

When you see a sober Halfling, kick him - it's a shapeshifter!

Orcs wanna steal our jobs and secrets! We must build a wall against them! And orcs must build it for us!

Don't eat cheese with elves - your beard will fall out.

Dip your fingers into a special ink, and you will see a many,many secrets. Books are holding such power because they ARE magical. All of them, even most worthless ones.

Dogs was bred from humans. Or it's humans was made from dogs?

Most delicious soup is made from hardened cheese, a soft cheese, herbs, breadcrumbs and a single Lesian tear.

=== Lesians ===
Alpha predator reptiles from the Western isles.

Their language is almost incomprehensible to other races, as it depends on hissing, beak clacking, and cawing in a rapid pace syllabyllic dialect. Lesia is a rough translation of L'hs'iy'ah. Very few Lesians have the mental capacity to learn other languages, and those that do see little reason to communicate with the other strange and fragile races.

Their society is gathered into several dozen anarchic tribes, each composed of several dozen clans, each composed of several dozen mating pairs and their offspring. Due to their predatory, competitive nature, Lesian tribes and clans often fight over resources and familial disputes. To a Lesian, his clan and tribe are sacred, mates are less revered because they change seasonally.

When the Lesians evolved sapience, they drove the Blood Orcs from their homeland in a long, and bloody war.

*'''The Everliving Queen''':Rumour has it that on the westernmost island, a Lesian who forsook the sun has delved into necromancy. They say that she has many undead followers now, each put to work to build a mighty fortress for her. The other Lesians despise her, if the rumours are true. It has been said that she found an old artefact, a font that when touched, returns her to her youth. What does this mean for the other nations? Is this necromancer a threat? Who knows....

==== Lesian Clans ====
*'''The Illakara clan''': They are somewhat split from the rest of the Lesians as they do not follow the same church. They worship the god Erreko instead of the demigod Kallasaak. For this they are shunned. They are believed to be the origin of the black lesians, as they have the most specialist forces that act the way they were described as doing. Besides this, they are not trusted by the other Lesians.

*'''The Krannick clan''': providers of food to the Lesian war machine, they are known best for their hunters and foragers, and their location just next to a particularly bountiful section of the Lesian jungle. There is growing tensions between the Krannick and Illakara clans.

*'''The Kallanashi clan''': This clan is known as the divine clan, as old stories tell that this is the resting place of the prophet Rionus. They say he built this city with the magic of Kallasaak, as proof to the unbelievers gathered of her majesty. At the center of the city's maw lies a flower that has branches of bone, leaves like shedskin, and meaty fruit that seem to almost drip from the bone-branches. They are believed by many, to truly be meat, and if eaten, grow back in a day. These fruits alone could nourish the city itself, if they were not guarded so jealously by the church. The Equa visits this city in pilgrimage every year on the longest day of summer (when Rionus supposedly died), to pay respects. Most Lesians will visit this holy city at least once in their lifetimes.

*'''The Lakash clan''': This clan is known for being sneaky and almost desperate in their will to survive. They call a land full of goblin ruins in an island off the coast of the mainland home. There is risk of outright conflict between the Lakash and the Kallanashi clans, due to the Lakash clans alliance with a human tribe living on a nearby island. Only the intervetion of the Equa has prevented war between the clans. Besides this, the Lakash clan is known for espionage and naval warfare due to having ships on par with some human designs, due to the human tribe they are allied with being particularly naval-based, a splinter group of the human pirate faction (I forget the name). That being said, the Lakash jealously guard the designs for their ships, and so they do not exist in great numbers, and the majority of Lesian ships are simple, druidically grown vessels. (Somebody else can develop ideas for that human tribe if they like, I'm more about dem Lesians).

*'''The Nilass clan''': They are the most militant and one of the most populous of the clans, and provide most of the fighting force for Lesia. They have the most harbours and ships, and have great support from other clans, being indispensable as an ally, and dangerous as an enemy. They have great gladiatorial arenas, and it is outright encouraged to settle disputes with violence, in order to make their people stronger. It is due to this clans efforts that elven scouts are hastily reporting home with stories of terrifying, vicious, warlike raptors preparing for an invasion.

*'''The Zejji clan''': This clan has governance over much of the Lesian savanna, considered a holy place by many due to the natural heat in the area (good for reptiles). The clan breeds more lesians every year than all of the other clans combined. They have a strong alliance with the Nilass clan, and many families send off their children every season to Nilass city to help build an army. The families running both clans have been fast friends since time immemorial, since the families originally worked together to drive out the orcs (tell me if I got any lore wrong there, I'm sure the orcs were on Lesia at some point).

*'''The Iqunn clan''': The Iqunn clan are only involved in the church reluctantly, and had to be forced into it. They were originally worshippers of the seas and moons, and believed that when you died your spirit sailed across the sea until it met the horizon, and then swam through the stars to the moons, where they would spend eternity in whichever moon they reached (one equivalent hell and heaven). There was a war against them, waged by the Zejji and Nilass clans, and they lost and renounced their faith, and joined the church of Kallasaak.

*'''The Yixxa clan''':The Yixxa are fierce warriors and recently allied themselves with the Iquun clan. They are strong believers in the church, but also are the most accepting of outsiders and those who believe differently. They wear animal skins, and are seen as unusual by other lesians, for crafting obsidian weapons (instead of rip and tearing with claws and maws) for hunting and fighting. They are surprisingly good with their obsidian axes and are good at guerilla warfare.

*'''The Lexxa clan''': Old allies of the Yixxa clan, these two clans have been allies since time immemorial, for a reason they don't share with others. Strangely, the Lexxa clan is oddly secretive and private to any other clans besides Yixxa, and after dusk, outsiders must leave, and are not allowed in until dawn. They are powerful mages, strong with light and nature magic. Their secret? Every month, they have to fight off an assault from the water itself. Intelligent foes called the '''Gualli''' come to the surface from deep sea trenches every night and attempt to lure weak-willed lesians to the waters edge and drag them to the depths for some unknown purpose. The Lexxa fight off this assault whenever possible, often with help from the Yixxa.

==== Lesian Religion ====
Lesians believe that a god with the head of a frilled lizard, the limbs of a monkey and the body of a snake regurgitated the world as an egg. They say he holds a staff that contains the sun at its tip.

They believe that he then regurgitated the moons, and then, a much smaller egg that became the first dragon, serpentine and wingless. They say this dragon was the daughter of the god '''Erreko''', and that she was the demi-god of rebirth and reincarnation. It is believed that she spawned the rest of the dragons, who then shaped the world with their fire and claws. They believe that the Lesians themselves were the result of Erreko's first breath upon the world, that the divinity of his breath turned mere rocks into the first Lesian egg clutches.

The Lesians worship Erreko devoutly, but a lot of their practices originate from beliefs regarding '''Kallasaak''', the demigod dragon. They eat the hearts of the dead, believing that if they are not eaten, they cannot come back in the next life, as their heart and therefore their soul and spirit, has not been given back to the world. Minor funerals are held for the dead, so long as this takes place, and it is not as much as a sad occasion as it is for other races, as they thoroughly believe it is not the end.

However, when a Lesian dies in such a way that their heart cannot be consumed, there is a great funeral, and all who ever met the individual usually show to pay respects, and it is a tremendously tragic, and sorrowful time. Even those who had not known them well tend to express a sorrow that is greater than that displayed at the funerals for other races, for they truly believe that the Lesian has gone forever, their soul permanently destroyed.

The Lesians have a female 'pope' equivelant, the proper title Equa, from the lesian ihk'oo'ah, where the 'ihk' is more of a bird-like click that often resembles an 'E' sound. The Equa is considered the reincarnation of Kallasaak (who is always female), the reincarnation dragon demi-god worshipped by the lesians. Every new Equa is chosen from a female hatched during the moment when the previous one dies. Due to this, when the Equa is dying they are often brought to the egg chambers to die. During the time where the new Equa is growing still, their world is ruled by the priesthood of Tel-lakki, the 'church' of Erreko, who will raise the young female until she is ready to rule.

The current Equa is a 6 year old lesian (just one year away from being considered an adult, as Lesians only typically live to 30, and grow to maturity fast, and have an obscenely long prime, where they tend to just die afterwards). She is currently still being raised by the Tel-lakki, but has a lot of involvement in any decisions being made at this point, and holds a lot of sway and favour with the church of the sun. She is devout to a fault, she is fierce and she is warlike. However, she refuses to ignore the strength of any individual, lesian or no, and is currently in the midst of a scandal, as she has invited the daughter of a human warlord (from a tribe that settled on the north coast of Lesia and 'have an understanding' with the lesians) to join the Tel-lakki to serve as her as her war advisor. This has understandably split the opinions of the Sharrila priests (the high court of the Tel-lakki), and this division is the reason that the planned invasion into elven lands has been temporarily put on hiatus.

=== Goblins (Nickname, Real name unknown) ===
[[File:Kulmorost_Map_v8_Ancient.png|thumb|frame|Map of the world before the Goblins fucked it. Note: based on earlier world map, coasts really simple!]]
They were once once mighty race that, from over use of magic, have deformed into loathsome, hunchbacked [[Chaos_Spawn|monsters]].
They were once on par with the elves and dwarves in their cities and agricultural projects. (They in fact resembled elves in almost every way and are speculated to have been elves once). But they in their might they became greedy for power and were constantly casting rituals to increase their might; whether in physical strength or in willpower or in durability, and whenever they increased in strength they captured more land for none were quite as strong or clever. But this over use of ritualistic and primal magic became almost like an addiction. And the more they used it the more they hated themselves and the more power they wanted.
Eventually it got to such a point that they seemed to have overloaded and could not cast even the simplest of spells that should only take a child to comprehend. Seeing their chance the mighty Dwarves beat back their oppressors who were now reaped of all their powers and were now weak in comparison to all others. The Dwarves with the aid of a few Elvish princes destroyed their cities and forced them underground. There they hid, hating all who use magic for it reminds them of their former glory.
Ancient records are sketchy so no-one really knows their real name. Perhaps the records were destroyed as a mockery or even a curse towards them. But today they are known by the Dwarves as Ztunzka by the Elves Yrglin and by the rest of the world as Goblins.

At the pinnacle of their reign the Goblins created many monsters, particularly the Crude Dragons. Most creatures that appear to be mixtures of several different animals can usually be attributed to the Goblins (e.g. Chimaera, Manticore, Gruphon, Sharks with legs). They also created The Halflings.

==== Goblin Religion ====
There is little evidence of any kind of organised religion among the Goblins, to them it seemed magic and power in the material world is all one should strive for. Instead of believing they were shaped in the image of a great god, they instead attempted to shape a great god in theirs and bend it to their will.

=== Orcs ===
Orcs are an oddity among the magical races as they are utterly unable to canalize magic on their own but are devoted priests and have a strong affinity for the spirits of their ancestors.
Most of them live in the less populated regions of the south and have migrated in these regions well after the War of Human Exodus.

They tend to be physically stronger than humans but are generaly less resilient and very risk averse.
They are already adult at 12 but are already old near 40, and die quickly after 60.

Orcs would generally be glad to be accepted into any society, usually as a hired hand or merc. Although some orcs would prefer to remain solitary and act as bandits (much like the humans do). Many of them try to integrate (and very willingly, almost disturbingly, assimilate within) elven or dwarve communauties, with varying degree of success but always with enthusiasm.

==== Orc Customs ====

Common Orcish society is divied into three broad groups, nomadic Orcs, settled Orcs, and Orcs that have integrated into Non-Orc society. Blood Orc society is made up of scattered nomadic bands of pirates, raiders, and bandits.

Nomadic Orcs typically live in close-knit familial groups of 20-30, led by a council of elders, or the most powerful tribal priest, or the strongest chieftain. Due to their ancestor worship, the older an Orc is, the more respected they are by the younger Orcs, and in tribes that are ruled by a chieftain, or tribal priest, they almost always take, or at least listen to the advice of the oldest Orcs in the tribe.

Orc Tribes would rather avoid a threat than waste lives and time trying to eliminate it, unless they have no choice, in which case they will do everything in their power to destroy that threat. In the event that a Tribe faces a threat to dangerous for it to defeat on its own, the Tribe will gather several other Tribes to assist them, and unless the Tribe is hated by other Tribes for whatever reason, they usually have no trouble finding aid, as Orcs believe all Orcs are kin, however distant.

Tribal Orc mating customs vary from Tribe to Tribe, but these are the most common practices.

*Some Orc Tribes practice a sort of polyamorous marriage, there is no limit to the amount of husbands or wives one may have, but they must come from another Tribe, to prevent incest, which is seen as blasphemous. If an Orc decides that they don't want to be married with their spouse any longer, they tell the Tribal Priest, who tells the ancestors, discontinuing the marriage.

*Some Orc Tribes don't practice any kind of marriage and sleep with whoever they feel like, whenever it strikes their fancy. These Tribes are extremely welcoming to outsiders, and often meet with other Tribes, to keep their gene pool from getting too shallow.

A few Orc Tribes practice a kind of eugenics, where only the strongest and most cunning Orcs are allowed to breed, with the idea that the ancestors want their descendants to improve themselves, and that eugenics is the most effective way to please the ancestors. These Tribes are usually smaller than other Tribes, but are made up of hardier Orcs.

In Orc Tribes led by a male chieftain, it isn't uncommon for them to claim themselves a harem of the Tribes finest Orc females, claiming it is their right, as they lead the Tribe, are first into battle, and are the strongest in the eyes of the ancestors. Most Orcs don't resent this, as any Orc who believes himself to be the strongest can challenge the chieftain to a duel.

In a duel, the challenger chooses the weapons, and the location of the duel. The two fight in front of the entire Tribe, until one Orc is victorious. The winner of the duel becomes chieftain, and depending on the Tribe, the loser is either killed or banished from the Tribe forever.

There is no limit to amount of duels a chieftain can fight, but an Orc can only challenge the same chieftain once. Because of these duels, the chieftain is always either the strongest or the most skilled warrior, usually both.
==== Orc Religion ====
Their religion is based on the worship of a few deities revolving around basic elements of their live (Godess of Fertility for both females and agriculture, god of war, god of tribal authority,ect..) but very predominantly the cult of their ancestors.
The inclusion of a poorly understood and bastartized Maker is common among the dwarves wannabes.

Most of them are organized in groups of agricultural and exogamic clans, ruled by a tribal king elected for life by the chiefs of the clans.
Some of the most advanced tribes are revolving around a small town whose need are provided by the agricultural clans.

They are matrilienal and patriarchal even if not in a very dominant or rigid way.

====Orc Clans====

*'''Blood Orcs''':The Western Orcs were a subspecies of Orcs, known as Blood Orcs for their dark red skin, [[Khorne|bloody]] religious customs, and their extreme hatred of the other races. After Lesians drove them from their homelands they are mostly extinct due to their ritualistic thirst for blood. Now, they're an extremely rare minority, and are scattered across the world. They make an effort to avoid other races when possible, but constantly raid them for Blood, metal, supplies, and to avenge their ancestors. They live in nomadic tribes to avoid being wiped out by other races. Many tribes and individuals work as bandits, pirates, and mercenaries.

*'''The Ghash clan''':The Ghash orcish clan of the southern waste are known for their heavy militaristic like doctrine keeping peace between the clans. Their main home is a mining town build into the sides of a large ravine. They hold power by trading the Dwarven clans a highly explosive power for their superior Dwarven weapons and tools. They are also infamous for their Thunder Staffs, which are seen by non-Orcs as overly complicated, insane, and suicidal to use and horrifying due to the extreme damage it causes. Almost all non-Orcs want nothing to do with it, and while Humans would probably love to get their hands on it, the Ghash Clan isn't willing to give away the secret of their explosive powder to anyone.

*'''The Drunder Tribe''':The Drunder Tribe is one of the orcish tribe geographically closest to the Dwarves, more specifically near the region where are the few UAC citied, and are know' for being "Dwarfizer" , orcs that try to mimic as much as possible the Dwarves since they were converted by UAC missionnaries. Their religion is a odd syncretism of the UAC heresy and the orcish religion : Both the Architect and the Maker were given the functions of their old gods as attributes with a tendency for the Maker to have the practical ones and the Architect the more abstract and "civilized" ones (Maker the Midwife, Architect the Scribe, Maker the Warrior, Architect the Ruler,ect...and even a Architect the Architect). They are infamous among other orcs to put their fellow dwarvish UAC believers above pagan orcs.

*'''The Laffu Clan''': A particularly untrustful nobadic orc clan of jokers and thieves known for their demonic masks. In the past they were actual threat and were defeated by common orcs led by warlord Stukc the Boring. Now ''extinct'', see The Laffu below.

===Laffu===
[[File:LaffuHead.jpeg|thumb|frame|The Black Earth rises again]]
Originally believed to be a weird clan of trickster orcs known for demonic masks nowdays it has been speculated by dwarven scholars that the Laffu are in fact something far sinister.

The Laffu have few holds on the Western shores of the Southern Peninsula, just south of the Hive of Dragons. It was here where they were driven by the warlord Stukc the Boring after he ''"did not get their joke with their wedding-present"''.

It was long believed that the Laffu were almost extinct nomads, but roughly thirty years ago these masked orcs started to build holds on the shores. The more common clans still hated them and a Ghash-led army with a large Blood Orc contingent attacked them - intending to wipe them from the maps. Surprisingly the Laffu repulsed the assault and drove the attackers from their lands.
Their fire-capabilities overpowered the orcs, while survivors often joked that ''"the Laffu were unorcly easy to kill once you got close to them, but darn they were cunning and vicious!"'' The rumors about dying Laffu burning themselves was another amazing fact but believed to be true.

During the war another insult of the Blood Orcs incurred: The Laffu began (or some say that restarted an old tradition) of making suits of their dead enemies, particularly the Blood Orcs.

After this '''second Laffu - Orc war''', the Laffu were left alone, nor they much cared about the outside lands. The Laffu Holds are known to be particularly bad trade locations and the Drow tend stay far away from their lands. Yet slavers often find easy market there, as the Laffu buy almost everything.

Curiously, in recent years Laffu immigrants have been spotted in many other cities of Kulmorost. They speak of being outcasts, having been forced from their homelands due unknown reasons (different individuals state different reasons). There has been some worrying observations: The Laffu have far thinner body structure compared to orcs (or even elves to that matter) almost skeletal body. Their voices, gruttular as any orc has unnatural echoes and an underlying vile tone that frightens anyone who is alone with a Laffu. There is also the terrifying rumor about a Laffu that had died in a bar brawl in Treyarch: the local elves made frightening discovery: Under the red-leather devil mask of the dead Laffu was no orc face, but a hideous black face with real horns.

In fact, the Laffu are not orcs any more. They are are ''the Children of the Black Dunes''. They killed the old Laffu Orcs and have been masquerading as them ever since.
The Children come from the Black Dunes of the Southern Wastes. Literally: they crawl from the dark sands, fully formed ebony thin half-horned humanoids. ''The Black Earth rises again.''

In combat, Laffu are fierce and fast. Highly resistant to magic They are especially deadly when equipped with long spears using their incredible speed and power to quickly overcome their foes. However, they are not very resistant physically, and so are easily dispatched with quality steel weaponry. When they die they burst into flames, returning to ash they originate from.

As they come from the leftover magic from the catalyst the Laffu are an abomination of earth and flesh and magic. In some way a living rock-being, but more than that, the Black Earth is turned into flesh, their skin feels like the other races skin, their blood is still blood but hot like molten rock, their bodies can be destroyed like the other races but they're different. They burst into flames when they die and their bodies turn back to black earth, they're strong and fast but yet still quite fragile. They have strange magic, confined to earth and rock, they can compact sand and earth pulling spears out of seemingly nowhere, but lack magic ability in any other substances including runes and language

The Laffu are a smart race: masquerading as another race to not draw suspicion, perhaps knowing they'll be hunted, they've had their men traveling all over the continent gaining knowledge and power, they work together, they fight together, they're ancient, pragmatic, they have the blood of the things that the goblins poured into their failed god, humans, Orcs, Dwarves, every beast from the land and The blood and magic power of the Goblins themselves.

They are an entirely new kind of life, they sort of ARE the Goblin God or the Goblins in new form. Yet they are still few and are new to the world. What they want is unknown but they all belong to one ideology and ''the goals of the entire race are aligned.''

The Laffu have many vocal cords and speak a guttural deep language made up of many vile and strange sounds. Some of their physiology comes into effect when they speak other languages, giving them an unnatural echo and an almost bull-like tone.

The Laffu do not really give a shit about what the goals of the other races goals are. The Laffu are just gaining information and forming their own plans and ideas for the world, getting ready for the future, like they know something the others do not.

There one exception to their uncaring stance: whether knowingly or unknowingly, the Laffu absolutely fucking ''HATE'' the remaining goblins on a subconscious level. Even if they do not know the reason why - they just want to torture the life out slowly out of every singly goblin they meet.

Apart from a great hatred of the Goblins, they're just indifferent towards the other races, the other races aren't really important in the big picture of things. they're expendable. As such, they are hold the Goblinoids in the same uncaring ignorance like the rest, although they (being perhaps the only ones to do so) realize that the Goblinoid cultists are mere cheap knockoffs of the Real Goblins.

====Laffu Religion====
It has been said that the Laffu worship gods of life, and have the belief that death is not the end, and are instead obsessed with the idea of the continuation of life, just on the other side.
They worshiped a '''great pantheon of gods''', and as a civilization they were innovative and inventive when it came to technology, and focused on that a little more than magic.

However, like all the Laffu speak, could be just complete lies. It is not known well what the Children of the Black Earth want from this world or why.

=== Minor Species ===

====The Traders of the Mist====
Mysterious heavily clothed merchants that from across the southern ocean to sell strange magical items. No-one ever sees their faces and the stink of fish hangs about their clothes, they speak no known languages and only communicate with hand gestures and body language. Some think they''might'' have given the first humans the gift of Magic a long, long, long time a go. Very few are trust them and most tend to steer away when they come near. But those that do trust them enough to trade are very grateful indeed, for the items they sell are extremely valuable (in usefulness and wealth) to travelers and common folk alike.

====Trolls====
Trolls inhabit the mountainous stretch of land connecting the Northern Waste to the rest of Kulmorost and have very large noses. Trolls have more magical ability than humans, but it varies between subspecies. There are four varieties of troll:

*'''Hill Trolls''': Are the largest, loudest, most brutally unforgiving bastards... If you get on their bad side, they are generally quite peaceful, but are extremely territorial. They are the strongest and largest of all intelligent races, and love to show off their strength by building huge stone houses on the highest point they can find that still has relative easy access. A Hill Troll's territory size is determined by how far they can see from their tower, which results in stronger Hill Trolls attempting to shorten the towers of weaker ones. Hill Trolls imbue magic into the ground around their homes (into the plants actually) to make brambles grow and climb up their towers to ward off intruders.

*'''Cave Trolls''': The Cave Troll is the creature that most sympathizes with fa/tg/uys; They never go outside (they hate the sunlight) they're overweight and malnourished at the same time (from overabundance of carb-loaded mushrooms). They are considered the least intelligent and are the most likely to attack someone on sight, even when they aren't hungry. They do this out of fear more than anything. They have around the same level of magical ability as Humans but are too stupid to figure out how to use any form of magic.

*'''River Trolls''': The most intelligent sub-race of trolls, they live (where else) in and around rivers, lakes and creeks. Th gain their superior intelligence from consumption of seafood. River Trolls love to play tricks on other creatures, although the creatures on the receiving end of these pranks ''never'' enjoy this as it usually ends up with a Troll chewing on their leg. River trolls live in dam-like houses (muck like a beaver) built upon a river. This gives them a constant supply of fresh water and fish through their homes. Some River Troll huts strikingly resemble bridges across the water, travelers often attempt to cross this way and fall victim to the River Troll within. River Trolls have small magical ability but are clever enough to use it effectively. They love to toy with travelers, creating floating, glowing wisps made of bone, and invisible pit-traps.

*'''Night Trolls''': Most races consider Night Trolls to be undoubtedly evil across the board. They eat flesh ([[Rip And Tear|all kinds of flesh.]]) and live most of their lives in solitude away from other species, in caves and abandoned forts and in some cases old wells. And of course, they only hunt at night, making travel through the mountains after night fall a near death sentence. Their dark skin and affinity for black bear hides makes them nearly invisible at night, and since they are thinner and leaner than other trolls, they can pass over stones unheard until they are too close for it to matter. Night Trolls don't hate light, and they are not nocturnal, but they are weaker than other, more territorial Trolls (Hill Trolls in particular) so they hide. They hunt at night, but only around once every three days, other days they sleep in the night.
The magical ability of Night Trolls is surprisingly high compared to the other sub-species (probably because of their flesh fetish). Some believe that there are some Night Trolls who wear the fresh carcasses of slain beasts as camouflage, its effectiveness may be due to some enchantments of the flesh.

====Halflings====

The Halflings were originally humans, kidnapped by the goblins as children and bred to be pets (and occasionally snacks) for their goblins overlords, made to be short and dumpy as this was cute to the Goblins. However when the war against the Goblins started they made a horrible discovery :their halfing's inherent magical abilities had grown. some believe this was due to constant exposure to the Goblin's twisted magics, others believe that all souls have a certain amount of magic in them and that in making the Halflings small they concentrated their magical abilities.

Inevitably the truth matters not. The Halflings, led by Grobal the Butcher (so named as he murdered his Goblin master and constructed staves from its remains) rebelled against their masters and aided the dwarfs in defeating them. In return the dwarfs offered them some few lands to call their own. Some rejected this offer, traveling the world in small caravans or becoming citizens of other nations as opposed to their own sovereign land whilst other accepted the offer graciously.

Those Halflings who accepted the offer are known as '''Gnomes''' whilst those who rejected it are known as '''Kotarfs''', kot being the dwarvish word for wanderer or traveler, and arf meaning person (Dwarves use simplistic terms and are not very imaginative). To other races the dwarvish word "arf" means "little person" and so is still used appropriately, but they pronounce the plural "Kotarves".

The reasons behind the Halfling spilt are unknown to most non-halfings. Most assume it had something to do with the quality of the land they were offered (for while it was costal and bordered dwarf lands it also bordered the southern wastes and Halflings relationships with Orcs have always been a little strained), but the reality has less to do with other races and more to do with Halflings themselves. You see, Halflings believe that, at some point or another, a war will be fought - a war that if lost will doom all life but if won will bring freedom to all creatures of the world.

Kotarves believe this "End-war" was fought and won against the Goblins, so they might as well spend their lives seeking, finding and living in contentment, rather than waste it worrying. Gnomes on the other hand believe either that the war against the Goblins is not over till their are no Goblins left, or that the End-war was not the war that was fought against the Goblins. Either way they spend their time preparing their lands and people for this inevitable war, stockpiling weapons and fortifying their cities, so that they may have a chance of winning

====Centaurs====
Centaurs are a subrace of humans. Legends say that during the War of Human Exodus Elven and dwarven great scholars cast an experimental curse based on goblin magic on some fleeing that was supposed to erase their legs, instead what ended up happening was that the fleeing humans combined with their beasts. Most centaurs are half horse, while a very rare subset of them are half-donkey. Centaurs are very sought after by other humans due to their great strength.
Centaurs do not reproduce with other kinds of humans as the offspring born of those unions results in monstrosities with random human and horse characteristics.

Centaurs have no lands of their own, and are an extremely rare minority, both feared and reviled by other races for their unnatural physiology and Human ancestry.

They are nomadic sheep and goat herders and they herd along a series of routes seasonally. They are known for their skill with the bow and lance, and their reckless, volatile, and rambunctious personalities.
Some Centaur Tribes have abandoned herding entirely, instead, looting caravans and raiding settlements for supplies. Centaurs have magical talent comparable to that of Humans, and they are known for their disdain towards mates.

Perhaps it is a quirk of their unnatural biology, or an inherent racial ability, but Centaurs are known and feared for their resistance towards magic. Mages who've battled Centaurs claim that their magical attacks had barely half their usual effect, as if the Centaurs wore a layer of pure silver.

Every few centuries, a powerful figure will unite the disparate Centaur tribes into an unstoppable horde and attempt to conquer the Kulmorost. As the Centaurs are few in number, extremely primitive, anarchic in nature and hard to organize, and unable to use magic in any meaningful capacity, the Centaurs haven't yet succeeded. They have, however, killed many Elves and Dwarves over the ages.

Centaurs usually aren't allowed in towns, and many more conservative Elf and Dwarf businesses won't serve them, viewing them as savage abominations, barely above the likes of Humans and Goblins.
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====Gualli====
It has sleek black skin, a body like an eels, with spindelled legs and arms, wearing robes crafted from flesh. Its mouth had sharp, thin teeth jutting out at angles, and was discovered to be capable of stretching wider than its entire body. It's body too, was discovered to be able to expand many times its own size. The creatures tail emitted bioluminescence prior to its death.
come to the surface from deep sea trenches every night and attempt to lure weak-willed lesians to the waters edge and drag them to the depths for some unknown purpose.

====Beastmen====
Inhabitants of the Forsaken Isle are varied and deadly tribal folks. Not much is known about them, but it is theorized that they were created long ago by the Ancient Goblins. But this cannot be proven as all traces of the Goblins' personal history and rites was erased.

====Kobolds====
Prolific Beastmen race that have managed to spread across the Eastern Coasts, (especially the swamps) in large numbers.

Despite their primitiveness and low intelligence, kobolds have a huge innate magical potential they can instinctively use in very crude yet relatively powerful way.
They mainly hunt and fight among themselves using primitive spells.
Social hierarchy is established with ritual magical combats.
They tend to stand at one-third the height of the average human and breed explosively. as such, they use swarming tactics to overwhelm their enemies.

Kobolds are carnivorous, and are able and more than willing to consume and subsist off of anything even vaguely meat-like. They can consume bones as well, and many Kobolds find enchanted bones to be extremely delectable. It is for this reason, their extremely low intelligence, prodigious birthrate, and their vandalizing, kleptomaniacal tendencies, that Kobolds are regarded as pests by most civilized peoples.

====Eld'wani====
Elitists and quite xenophobic bird people with floating islands. Even they admit that they are a dying race and have fled to avoid being killed.

The Eld'wani don't have wings and their bodies are not aerodynamic enough to do so even if they did, but they are capable of flight. Their species has very little magical aptitude, but they are able to control the winds as if it were second nature. With enough focus, Eld'wani are able to channel their life force into the air around them, and use the resulting push to fling themselves through the air, allowing them to "Fly", at the speed of a sprinting Human with a similar level of exhaustion.

Their floating islands only able to fly because the monastic Eld'wani Shamans devote their lives to mastering the art of air manipulation, and are able to levitate the island short distances every few weeks, (short meaning the length of a week long voyage with a top of the line enchanted ship with a Sky Whale bone keel,) but render themselves comatose in the process, and need to spend much time meditating to regather their power.

The Eld'wani live in the Forsaken Isles, and are extremely few in number, having only a few tens of thousands scattered throughout their floating islands. Each of the islands functions as its own Theocratic city-state, with a council of the Shamans leading the city-state. The Eld'wani worship '''the Sky''' and view the Sky Whales as holy and sacred, they believe that the Shamans have a spiritual connection to the Sky, and should be revered.

The Eld'wani sustain themselves through piracy, raiding other Beastmen, and fishing. They're widely regarded as mythical in Kulmorost as a whole, but rarely individual or small groups are seen as part of a Human/Beastman Pirate crew, where they are a great boon to their mundane comrades, possessing the ability to generate sorely-needed gusts of wind when none are present.

====Giants====
Ancient species driven to extinction by Goblins. Some say that their survivors (de)evolved into Orcs in Lesia.

The giants of old were an odd bunch. Rather than use the bones of their dead for magic they used to remove the flesh and dump the bones in certain holy places, along with the bones of many other giants. These "Giant Graveyards" are fiercely sought after by the magical races, as they are more magical than human bones and far stronger.

Due to the rarity of Giant bone magic objects utilizing it are rare and expensive. Elves have historically the largest supply of giant bones and found the most graveyards in their lands. Some theorize that the reason for this is that their lands are the original homelands of the giants - of course you are going to find a lot of giant bone there. This is merely hearsay and unsubstantiated rumor.

Over the years the discovery rate of new Graveyards has slowed to a crawl, with the last new grave on the mainland being uncovered 60 years ago and not a single new one has been found since. However, survivors from a small scouting expedition to Lesia have reported finding multiple Graveyards over their very brief stay there. That could be good for business

== Fauna ==

===The Brumecaster===

The Brumecaster (Humanic), also known as the Brumgonor (Dwarvish) and the Valmeirar (Elvish), is a rumoured creature said to live in the sky amongst the clouds. Appearing similar to a enlarged water strider, this creature is believed to have the ability to camouflage itself and to command clouds and the weather they relate to. Some even believe that the Brumecaster exists to control all of the clouds and the winds, potentially all over the world. There have been many sightings of the Brumecaster, often in windy places, which has resulted in many people believing there to be more than one Brumecaster above Kulmorost. Regardless of its existence, many villages have adopted it into their culture, creating many folk legends and children's stories about the Brumecaster, each with differing views regarding the creature.

===Sky Whales===

Immensely difficult to hunt due to their habit of 'swimming' in the highest reaches of the sky, as well as innate spellcasting abilities.
Incredibly magical, body parts are equally prized and reviled. Prized due to their suitability to the construction of magical items and reviled due to their place in many religions as sacred.

Sky Whales are '''intelligent''', that's why their bones are so useful. But no other race has figured out their language and their nomadic wanderings makes them look like nothing more than migrating animals. Their minds are somewhat alien and they make no attempt to communicate with the other races, partly for this reason, and partly because this usually ends with someone recieving new Sky Whales bone weapons. With no mode of communication with non-whales, no visible markers of civilisation, no crafted items, most people assume that the sky whales have no intelligence. But in reality their songs are them singing the history and culture of their people.

Although they are called "sky whales" by some they more closely resemble a manta ray. With a vast wingspan to keep them in the sky for weeks or even months, only landing on the highest points of mountains where they feed on nutritious minerals which replenish their magic.

Many legends and myths have a hero either riding atop a whale or being granted a bone weapon willingly by the great beasts. Some say there exists a people who live in the sky alongside them or even atop their backs. They are usually ridiculed by anyone with a telescope, but the legend persists in stories and plays.

===Wooly Rhinos===
These mammals of the Northern Wastes are fuzzy an produce milk. The rhinos are also used for their fur coats, their milk makes good cheese (and is occasionally brewed into a potent alcohol) they make excellent beasts of burden and their meat is of high quality. They 're just as belligerent, hostile and stubborn as humans are, and twice as hardy to boot. The larger populations of humans would not survive without captive Wooly Rhinos.

For more details, see Humans.

===Dogs===
Wooly rhinos are not only animals humans keep. Dogs they have in their disposal are one of their greatest companions. They grow in up to half human size, their fur keeps them warm in almost any temperature and loyal to the bone. But their greatest strength in ability to eat almost anything, meat, bones, roots, grass and probably are capable of eating trees bark. Their noses capable of smelling magical enchantments and blood of magical races against which they are extremely aggressive. It is rumored that they are product of a failed (or successful goblin) experiment

===Wyrms===
All Wyrms are descendants of the ancient Dragons from before the rise of the Goblins. They can be found throughput the world in almost any climate or terrain, in the deeps of the ocean like the '''Varhillius''' or gliding over the desert like the '''Wyvern'''.
Most Wyrms are falsely referred to as "Dragons", the reason for this is that most Wyrms known today are so far removed from the original Dragons that they can almost be called another species entirely. That being said there are still select few that still hold striking resemblance to their forbears, these are referred to as "true Dragons".

But there are still a few defining features that all Wyrms have that tie them to the Dragon species:

'''First''' Their scales. The unenchanted scales of a Wyrm have innate magical properties that repel attacks and harsh weather. Although quite peculiarly when they are peeled of a slain Wyrm they seem to lose this ability. But it still remains an excellent medium for enchanting.

'''Second''' Warm Blood. All Wyrms no matter what subspecies or climate they live in, will have warm or even hot blood.

'''Third''' Eyes. The eyes of a Wyrm, if peered into, will appear to have a depth greater than the width of the creatures skull. The reason for this is unknown and is difficult to study as it can only be seen in a living Wyrm.

*'''Drake''': four legs no wings.
**The most common Wyrm in Kulmorost. They dwell in shallow caves or abandoned homes, or even burrow into the ground sleep.

*'''Wyvern''': two wings two legs.
**Solitary hunting beasts who scour the Southern Wastes for caravans and camps to feed on.

*'''Gorudrim''' (lesser dragon): two wings four legs.
**The closest thing most can see to one of the original Dragons before their whole species was fucked over by the Goblins.

*'''Darukrul''' (true dragon): four wings four legs.
**There has only been one known sighting in the last century, and most people don't believe they ever existed ([[Derp|lizard with eight limbs]]).

*'''Varhillius''': four wings no legs (aquatic)
**This peculiar Wyrm makes its home under the waves. In the Tahalaca Ocean they swim and hunt in groups of up to a dozen. They are often hunted for scales and hides.

===The Eye Of Storm Ocean===
All of what is understood by this creature is exclusively from encounters with it. As it has only ever been seen above water, it is described as a colossal mess of barnacle-covered tentacles with a giant tentacle in the centre, pointing upwards. At the end of this specific tentacle lies its enormous eye, which apparently can see in a complete 5km radius. There is no generally-agreed-upon number of tentacles it has, due to a different amount emerging from the water at each recorded encounter with The Eye Of Storm Ocean. Only the large tentacle hosting its eye has never been seen submerged underwater, though its is not always open. It is a very slow creature, but moves faster in water the more of it is submerged.

The reason as to why it is greatly feared by those who understand magic is because of its magic-generating capabilities. The Eye Of Storm Ocean can sacrifice many of the barnacles on its tentacles to generate powerful forms of magic almost instantly, making it a powerful foe. It can also use its tentacles for brutal physical attacks, making it the bane of all seamen for sure. The Eye Of Storm Ocean, when left undisturbed, is general peaceful by nature, as it attacks no flora nor fauna that belong to the sea. It mostly spends its free time growing barnacles on its tentacles, in order to sustain itself and for future use. If its eye notices anything that does not naturally belong to the sea, it will attempt to destroy it until it is dead or not in its radius of sight. It has been seen to emit magical spells only from the tip of its eye-hosting and central tentacle. The variety of its spells are not fully understood, but it has been seen to force its victims to levitate and be pushed underwater by the means of spell-casting.

Due to how little is known about The Eye Of Storm Ocean, as the most reliable sources are eyewitness accounts, folklore, and occasionally love poems, the people of Kulmorost (both the scholars and the everyman) are heavily divided on the qualities of The Eye Of Storm Ocean, including topics such as:
*Its intelligence, sentience, and its ability to retain memory (some argue that it is simply very territorial rather than simply violent)
*How aware it is of its actions and the world around it (a position held by many elves is that it is intentionally-malicious)
*The extent of its magical powers and physical strength (some records detail it being able to drown three Sky Whales with telekinesis, which very difficult to perform due to the magical resistance of the everyday Sky Whale)
*How it obtained its magical and physical qualities (some believe that it may have been created by the Goblins as a part of this arsenal, but this belief is mostly baseless)
*What parts of it are not recorded due to not surfacing above water (the quantity of its tentacles are debated because of this)
*It being a newly-born monarch (a belief mostly held by the Worshippers of the Monarch)

There are currently efforts among scholars to figure out how to converse with The Eye Of Storm Ocean, but this collaboration is still in its infancy, though it is promised to show great results. Perhaps speaking with the beast itself would filter all the topic of discussion and potentially end the widespread curiosity about the beast for good.

It is best-advised to not go too deep into Storm Ocean, as an encounter with The Eye Of Storm Ocean may be the last encounter the victims may endure. However, some persist that there is a great need to understand it for the greater good of biology and magical studies, meaning some sacrifices must be dutifully made. The Eye of Storm Ocean has been cited as one of the reasons the Pirate Lords rarely venture out of the Val Sea, as well as the reason many trade routes performed across Storm Ocean have such curvy sail layouts, as if to make sure the cargo ships never have to be stared down by The Eye Of Storm Ocean.

== Bibliography ==
Various texts from Kulmorost.

=== Dwarvish ===
====Of Human Corsairs====
Excerpt from ''“On Corsairs – A Study of Piracy in the Modern Age”'' written by Zul-Far-Kun, 717 MA.

The book is widely considered alarmist, overly reactionary, and a satirical piece due to an absence of academic language. Nevertheless, it has formed a shared cultural image amongst the Dwarves of the blood thirsty human pirate.

“It is of no question that Men thrive on raiding and piracy. Left without sufficient agriculture and rich neighbors to their south, the race of Men is famous for their exploits of violence and hatred. Nowhere else is this more personified then by the many piratical clans roaming either the western Val Ocean, or the Eastern Straits of Tahalaca.

“Festooned in iron, steel and whalebone, they reave through settlements great and minor in search of bodies, wealth, and blood sport. These activities are always carried out with the primary, almost myopic intent, of causing fear.

“Some pirates conduct themselves in complete silence, leaving only the sounds of their swords and spears cutting through sinew to carry their message. Others, often from further north, ingest psychedelic substances and chant in garbled tongues while enraptured in combat and slaughter. Different ships, different clans, different methodologies, but almost always with the same result – death and carrion.

“Woe to those who hire such creatures to do their bidding. Many a foolish Elven prince, or princess, have found themselves cornered within their own palaces, cowering in fear, as the Men they hired turn on their former masters for the smallest slight, or perceived breach of contract, or betrayal. Seemingly fickle, but in truth constant, these pirates value one form of currency above all others: blood.”

====A Scholarly Dwarven Treatise on the Kobold====
"The Kobolds are a particularly prolific Beastmen race that have managed to spread across the Eastern Coats, (especially the swamps) in large numbers.

They speak an incomprehensible garbled babbling language and don't have the vocal cords or intelligence necessary to pronounce any more than the most basic words of or more advanced languages. Kobolds are extremely energetic, and are very good at expressing themselves through pointing, exagerated body language, and mostly harmless spontaneous magic.

Kobolds stand at one third the average height of a Human, and weigh anywhere from 30-50 pounds. To get an idea of what a Kobold looks like, imagine if someone took a small puppy, a tomcat, a salamander, and a rabbit, combined them all into an unnatural abomination, made the abomination anthropomorphic, made it look endearingly adorable, and gave it all the intelligence of the sun sum of its parts, along with a difficult to control but extremely powerful magical potential, and a burning lust for valuable obejects.

That is a Kobold, and many wise scholars theorize that in ancient times a particularly twisted Goblin did just that. Kobolds live for only a decade, a decade and a half at most, and reproduce absurdly quickly, by both laying eggs, and giving birth to live young annually. Many scholars have puzzled over this biological impossibility, the humble author theorizes that egg layers and birth givers are simply two nearly identical subspecies that live with one another, but the truth may never be known. A breeding pair of Kobolds can produce well over 200 within five decades, it is for this reason Kobold nests are destroyed whenever found.

Alone, Kobolds are cowardly and flee from danger, but in large numbers, they become fearless, and use swarm tactics in battle. Kobold hordes are a minor danger, but are a pressing one nontheless.

Kobolds are reknown for their impressive arcane abilities. Fortunately, only 1 in 50 Kobolds is capable of using magic, these gifted Kobolds lead their society. Kobold mages are incapable of subtlety and precision, instead, they recklessly, (and often self-destructively) wield extremely powerful lightning, wind, water, and fire magic, capable of destroying entire small armies on their own.

Fortunately, Kobold mages are very predictable, and a skilled practitioner of the arcane arts can easily counter even the strongest Kobold mages, though large groups may prove to be overwhelming, and they often distract mages from the hordes of nonmagical Kobolds.

Kobolds are carnivorous, and are able and more than willing to consume and subsist off of anything even vaguely meat-like. They can consume bones as well, and many Kobolds find enchanted bones to be extremely delectable. It is for this reason, their extremely low intelligence, prodigious birthrate, and their vandalising, kleptomaniacal tendencies, that Kobolds are regarded as pests by most civilized peoples, and are to be destroyed if this world is to reach perfection in the eyes of Our Maker."

- Urist Woodgut, Year 453 Of Our Maker.

====THE BASIS OF THE CULT OF THE MAKER'S THEOLOGY====
The universe is made up of three substances :
#The Essence of the Architect, his Realm, the "soul" of the Maker and the souls of the dwarves.
#The Higher Substance, the substance of the higher region of the world and of the "body" of the Maker.
#The Lower Substance, the substance of the lower region of the world and the souls of the non-dwarves.

These substances are perfectly separated with the exception of the Maker (Essence in the Higher Region of the World) and the souls of the Dwarves.(Essence in the Lower Region in the World)
But the Maker and the Dwarves will ascend to the Realm of the Architect when their task will be done, establishing a true total separation.

Beings have an essence and a hypostasis (personhood)
The Architect, Maker and Dwarves share the same essence, but are different persons even if they will be in perfect communion in the Realm of the Architect.
Non-dwarves have the same essence (the lower substance), and are all different persons.
There is an hypothetical category of beings who exist in the upper region of the world and have its essence.

The existence of Evil and the flaws in the world are caused by its imperfection as the world is not wholly finished until the dwarves have completed their task.
The Dwarves thus believe they are progressing towards the completion of the world by developing their civilization, quite litteraly thinking they are the final touch in the creation process.
They believe they are always going in the right direction in the long term because they are guided by the Maker but they don't reject responsability and the possibility of decadence in the short and mid time.
The elimination of the imperfection of the world is seen as a spiritual process completly unrelated to magic whose effects on the world are not gradual : the world will become perfect and the dwarves will ascend in a single and sudden event caused by the dwarves's efforts.

====Of Different Human Tribes====
Excerpt from, ''“On the different tribes of Men.”'' (Dra-Bul-Naz, 818 ME)
Published by the University of Valkenburg Print Press.

"Of all of the erroneous assumptions made in anthropology in the last 300 years, none has been more pervasive than the conceptualization of humanity as a single ethnic race. This could not be farther than the truth. In human tribes, there exist four distinct elements: economic, political, ethnic, and religious. Different tribes subscribe to different mixes of these elements, sometimes tolerating multiply ideologies at once.

"It is a theory of the author that Humanity as it exists now did not prior to the expulsion of men from the south. If anything, what little archaeological progress has been made in recent decades has revealed that different Mannish civilizations expressed wildly different architectures, scripts, art, and cultures. Indeed, a convergence only appears towards the beginning their exodus north.

"It is with the above in mind that one must understand that a common Mannish tongue, an amalgamation of seemingly incongruent linguistic features, has not (and will not truly exist). Linguistic differences, although seemingly split amongst ethnic lines, are the primary divider of tribes. Although some level of mutual intelligibility does exist, more often there would be difficulty in communications between two humans born on different coasts of the Northern Wastes.

"Consider the Valkgarians: a centralized tribe eking out an existence on what little green coast of the Northern Wastes there is remaining. Medium to tall of stature, with a wide variety of hair color, and with a gambit of eye colors; this tribe speaks a dialect of Mannish that does not posses grammatical cases. Nor does it have tonality. Intonal, with little inflection, their tongue relies heavily on auxiliary verbs and word order to convey meaning.

"Contrast the Vends people, possessing the same stature and similar hair to the Valkgarians, but with primarily darker eye colors and hair. Their tongue has six-to-seven cases and features complex consonant clusters.

"Theoretically, if you sat down a Vend and a Valkgarian, the two would be able to understand a word or there, but would otherwise have trouble maintaining a conversation.

"Linguistic drift is not a uniquely human phenomenon. Mankind, however, exhibits this tendency alarmingly often – more so than any other peoples."

====Hunted====
He had seen them, no doubt of it. They were still on his tracks.

Months ago the group left home with all the honors the Kingdom could give. A ceremony was held to receive the Overking's blessings, even. The last thing they saw was a cheering crowd of their family, friends and fellow countrymen, waving them goodbye into uncertainty. They knew it was going to be dangerous, and fear slowly turned to excitement at the prospect of going so far beyond any civilized lands. Without heavy support from a certain Senator the ordeal would have been inconceivable, fame and greatness wouldn't be theirs, and many lives would have been spared.

Still in the planning phase, through the many connections he'd built over the years, word came to Rut of GRON about the plans to explore the Northern Wastelands. After so many years of idleness and yearning for his days of adventuring, the sudden call to action seemed like a well-deserved rest from crowded urban life. He was gladly taken in. It was set: 40 brave dwarves would challenge the Northern Wastelands, land of the Haumics, to find their fortunes and glory for their land.

He kept running. They weren't far. He could practically smell the stench and see the horrid crude animal skins, taste the bitter metal with awful vividness. The only thing he couldn't perceive was their sound. The land was on their favor. The snow muffled their steps and the chilly wind whipped the little vigor out of the dwarf's body.

There was a higher aim for the expedition, as the Senator eagerly told them. If the information in the map was accurate and the soil in that frozen hell really hid that many mineral riches, then the Kingdom would have to put a foothold in the Wastelands. The land could be healed, he said, purged from the oblivious devils that had so far been its only inhabitants. By taming one more bit of wilderness, the world would creep towards perfection, and Dwarfkind a bit closer to fulfilling their holy task.

That was the thought of the naive Senator, who was deeply religious and idealistic to a fault. He went as far as trusting the Traders of the Mist and their strange treasures with the lives of 40 good dwarves, sent into a suicide mission for the slim chance of success in the name of a distant greater good. So deep were his faith and anxiety to see the world shaped by dwarven hands.

Rut took a moment to remember how very far away he was from home. His body screamed for rest, and his mind was already giving up. It had been stupid to go.

This had been a 3-day chase. His arm was wounded. It was frozen and lifeless, but at least no longer bled. Equally, he missed seeing blood. He yearned for color.

Their silent march continued; snowflakes fluttered and danced all around him, cold as iron, white as death, as they pricked his face and sucked the warmth off his body. The indistinguishable landscape after him went on and on - could it be endless?

Deep down, he knew it was a pointless struggle, one last attempt to preserve his pride, feigned bravery before his legs inevitably lost their strength and the snow swallowed him alive. Realistically, he could not flee. He didn't even know if there was any place to flee to. If nothing else, it could be worthwhile to keep it up to spite the bloodthirsty bastards. Or so he told himself, as his muscles threatened to snap and his face twisted into a grimace of pain.

If he was not so tired, he would weep for his companions. Nobody deserves that end. These particular humans had a terrifying hunger for magical flesh, and Rut guessed at least 39 of the 40 brave dwarves would be used to sate it. Not long ago they had caught the only other survivor who'd kept up with him nearly this far. Rut heard him screaming and bawling like a baby, until it suddenly stopped.

Sooner or later, the tall wights of the North, the dreadful iron revenants, they would find him. Then the ugly iron masks would come off, and he would have no rest.

====Note from Goblinoid Trader====
Not even the proud Lesian race dares set foot on their neighboring island, the "Everliving Isle", while trading with the Lesians as an envoy the Goblinoid city VRON l was sent to acquire items from the Lesians homeland, items others may see as.... distasteful. After giving the Lesians the goods we had agreed on (mostly small amounts of silver and a small collection of outdated Dwarven texts on the races of Kulmorost) and loading my goods in kind, l inquired about the so called "Isle of the Everliving". The Lesians eyed each other and reverted back to their lower tongue speaking among themselves for a time. then l got my answer. ''"do not land on isle, long-ear. nothing of worth, queen takes men minds, brings the dead. better left be"''

Perhaps the Lesians are simply superstitious, l will put forward that we should mount an expedition once l return to the VRON mages, there we may find some help to our ongoing experiments.

====Of Necromancy====
Excerpt from Dwarven ''"Val-Embor Brumgaurd's fun with magic volume 3"''

"Although some may tell you the act of reanimating the dead is an impossible task, in my own studies l have proved otherwise, although l'll tell you necromancy, while possible is somewhat impractical as the amount of magical energy one must use to keep a deceased body animated much outweighs the usefulness of the dead body. Such foolish proposals of an "army of the dead" is utter nonsense.

all of my experiments are conducted on (mostly) healthy human males captured during a raid on Dwarvish settlements in the northern mountains as well as a few recently dead human corpses

One of my first experiments was whether one could force the soul of recently deceased man back into his body, though the humans resisted interrogation of other Dwarven mages while alive l thought l might be able to gain some insight after bringing them back. l resolved that the sooner l could bring back the spirit to the body the better my chances of success would be, after suffocating one of the human males in a contraption of my own design, l complete the rituals making a number of animal sacrifices and life essence transferals l was successful in my endeavor, the humans eyes started moving about once more as life returned to the body, though the eyes still looked like that of a dead man l was assured he could see as l waved my hand in front of his face. After the humans initial response of great confusion and discomfort l decided to start the questioning. l was unsuccessful in my efforts of exacting information, l told the human if he answered my questions l would return him to the dead, instead of acting reasonable he instead decided to scream in what could be described perhaps as "spiritual agony" cursing my race and my family before fading back into death after a number of hours. this is not much more than l should have expected from these barbarians "

"in my second series of tests l found that returning the body of the recently dead to life was the easy part, getting the dead to perform intricate tasks was the tricky part. One way l found was by carving instructive runes into the sternum of the dead, either descriptive of a specific task like "protect this one from danger" or a much broader one like "follow instruction"

using these runes on two different bodies l had one with "protect this one from danger" and the name of my then assistant Bal-goran Runemar and then gave instruction to the other once dead man to kill him. the instruction given to the second was successful, perhaps too successful, although the dead seem to increase in strength they lack all skill in their fighting, preferring to randomly tear at the flesh and disembowel the target as opposed to ending their life quickly and mercifully, as Bal-goran found out first hand when the second dead broke through the defenses of the first, completing its given task. My assistants untimely death, though saddening had provided me with another body to experiment on (perfectly legal as he had signed his bodily rights to me for experiment purposes long before his death). using the method described in the previous log l brought back my assistant and asked him of the events that had transpired, he described it as being "quite unfortunate" and "less than ideal" before mirroring that which l described in my first experiment, a kind of "spiritual agony" before fading back to the other side while sobbing and crying out for his mother

"continuing with my task l invited my other less experienced second assistant (whom l thought wouldn't be needed for these experiments) into the workshop to help with my work. As one could expect he looked somewhat concerned with the current state of my workshop, a number of animal carcasses now littered the workshop floor along with the still twitching bodies of dead and then for a short time not quite as dead human specimens, oh and one cannot forget the disembowel corpse of my deceased first assistant, but l digress. My now first assistant saying nothing of the horrors (or his very recent promotion to my first assistant), was happy enough to help out with further experiments.

The third and final trial may have been the most successful albeit the most mentally and physically taxing of the three. This time combining parts of previous experiments, l sacrificed the lives and essence of a few beasts, carved runes into the deceased l wished to bring back and then most importantly l gave some of my own life energy to the body, in short binding my own will to that of the dead. l used only small amount as not to dramatically reduce my own lifespan, l calculated l could give the body around 5 hours of animation with all of these processes combined. SUCCESS!! lthe body rose this time, without screaming nor showing any signs of incredible stress. After questioning how the body about recent human activities he was quite cooperative, telling me all that l wanted to know and speaking only when told to. After a time l decided to perform a few simple tasks, l had him collect some of the entrails and generally rearrange a few things in the workshop. After this l decided to take him and my now first assistant for a celebratory drink at the local tavern and let me tell you people at first were quite alarmed to see an undead human wobbling around the streets, but they became calm after l showed them he was entirely bent to my will by having him..."

"Dance to my assistants wonderful flute musings, garnering a few stares and many, many laughs from onlooking Dwarfs. After arriving at the pub my assistant and l partook in some of the finest wines and spoke to some fine Dwarven maidens, though l must admit we lost track of the time and soon enough the spell had worn off. we were alerted to this when the undead man started screaming and clawing at his eyes in a most uncivilized manner before slumping to the floor. We had the owner of the fine establishment keep the body in one of the backrooms ensuring him we would be back for the body the next day when sober and rewarded him a gold coin for his troubles.

In all regards l wholeheartedly enjoyed my time with necromancy and will return to the subject every once in a while when l think of more experiments. As l stated in the beginning of this chapter necromancy is entirely possible, but somewhat impractical, one would need an almost unlimited about of life essence to keep even a single undead bound to his will for an extended amount of time, making notions of an "undead army" quite impracticable.

The incarnations, spells, runes and other misc items l used for these experiments as well as diagrams can be found on the next page. Always be careful around humans, alive or dead. Have fun and stay safe!!" - (Val-Embor Brumgaurd's fun with magic volume 3)

=== Human ===
====Grante Raley & The Forsaken Isle====
The Forsaken Isle gained it's name largely from the well-known explorer Grante Raley, an ancient human from the times in which they had true holdings.
In the year of the Swallow of the fifteenth Cycle, he set off to plunder the Tomb of the Forsaken Isle -now commonly known as Tomb Island- but was caught in a storm and found himself on the Eastern Continent. Believing himself to be on the Forsaken Isle he searched his surrounds for the Tomb but merely came up with previously undiscovered plants and animals as well as a near-death experience with one of the native tribes.
Electing to return to charted waters and make a second attempt at a later date, he set of West again and made landfall on the original Forsaken Isle, where he was loudly ridiculed by the native Dwarves upon retelling of his travels.

The story continues as a joke against the humans but also their tenacity and stubborness as Grante and his crew was the first to make the journey to the eastern continent and without even the aid of an arcane sailing vessel. These days only the rare vessel with a whalebone keel dare to make the journey.
Thus he endures as both the butt of a joke and a folk hero.

====Whispered from father to son====
Legend says that there is a small settlement even beyond these wastes where the storms are strongest. In this settlement no magic at all exists, it is said that they are some of our ancestors who were alive when we were prominent in the south. My grandfather told me that one day they will come and gather us all, all of us humans, we who are hunted, used as slaves, sport, or cattle. they will come, and when they do we will rise.

For they have a gift, they are the ones who can destroy magic, they are the old ones. My grand father told me, that they were searching for a way to have us all gain their gift. So wait my child, soon one day, we will strip the knife ears of their pride in magic, demolish the ancient cites of the dwarves and annihilate the other beasts that have forced us to live this way. so wait my child, wait and grow strong. For soon the bloodied shall come. I only hope I can live to see that day!

====Tale of Valnar====
Who could be the One to Unify the Humans? You must be talking about Valnar Iceborn of the Long Walkers. Unknown to all but the tribes in the north, he was born during the night of the coldest winter. He grew up to be a stronger man and lateral became leader of his tribe. Inspired by the stories of old, told by the tribes tellers he started uniting the other tribes. However after having a few tribes join him, he got injured in a duel with another chieftain. The injury got infected and he died shortly after

====Tale of Inïpat ====
Valnar ?! No, no, no, no....you must be talking about Inïpat Amanur, born from the union of an artic woman and a polar bear spirit.
Some people say he is over nine foots tall, his skin looks like silver and is as hard as steel.
He can swim in the air as in water, he is so strong he killed a bear unarmed.
He could jump from the arctics to the lands of the monsters, his feet are invisible and he is not only half spirit but also two third god.
If he is killed, then he can force himself to be alive again through sheer force of anger.
His punches are so strong that his enemies die even when he miss them.
He also has two heads : one explains to his soldiers how to be strong, and the other how to defeat the monsters of the south.
Animals serve him and all women fall in love him when they see him.

====Enchanted Arms and Armour of the human Species====
Its said that the one thing all the races of Kulmorost would agree upon is that nothing quite fits in the hand of a human quite like a well forged sword. Its not surprising then that even with the humans limited abilities in the magical disciplines that they would attempt to imbue their primitive killing tools with what magic they could.

One thing common of both early and later stage Human weapons is the use of human bone in place of wood for the handle, which was then wrapped in some kind of leather or rope. the carvings on the handle itself seems to act as some kind of a magic bonding rune, binding the weapon to either those of a specific bloodline (in early examples) or to the human race itself. In essence prohibiting ones enemy from gaining any benefit (however slight) from using the weapon.

In most cases the magic was relatively small changes to how the weapon handled in a humans hands, early examples are said to simply make the sword lighter in those who are able to use it. Later examples became increasingly intricate, including inscriptions in silver embedded on the length of the blade, giving one much more substantial protection against magic attacks and magical attempts at disarming. Its said that after extended battles the silver inscriptions on these weapons glow a faint, dull red.

Even at the height of human metal-working these swords were rare, making the value of these weapons among skilled human warriors priceless

====Of The Eye Of Storm Ocean====
"Few dare to enter the depths of the Storm Ocean, as the creature called by many '''The Eye Of Storm Ocean''' resides there, usually undisturbed. Hell awaits the victims of its disturbed nature, however, as the beast will not rest until its victims are either dead or not within its attacking radius. The beast is described as enormous, having many barnacles on its many tentacles, with a colossal one-eyed tentacle at the centre of its body. This is merely what can be seen above the cold waters - for undiscovered biology remains below. The creature's greatest strength (and form of attacking) appears to not be physical, despite its size, rather it is its ability to sacrifice the many barnacles on its body to generate magic of great power almost immediately. I do not believe I have ever heard of a creature with such control over sorcery, and I'm not sure I'll live to ever see it myself. These waters are hard on our mere wooden boat, but we will think of a way. Hopefully we don't learn more about 'The Eye Of Storm Ocean' through physical examples."

- Diary entry from a diary on a shipwrecked Human-controlled ship, unknown author (presumably dead)

====Of Lemons and Wings====
Uncle had spoken to father first when he arrived back and then to us both, he spoke about bloodlines, the time before the Exodus, our ancestors, how Lucius Latrosia became the lord of our house while his father held the hills in the south. How the had built the walls we live behind while the other Great lords fled further and further north, things l'd known since birth.

Then he spoke of where he had been, about how he had brokered a trade between himself and a hill troll he was on good terms with months ago. "The deal was simple enough. l would receive the sword he had found on his land and in return he wanted a cloak like mine, a red one to impress a female troll, oh and one of those woolly rhinos to munch on" he laughs and goes on to explained how he had traveled to frostfrontier, spending a great deal of silver to have a huge cloak woven from rhino wool. And then onto the pirate lords

The pirates wouldn't be so easily bartered with, They'd demand a high price for the expensive dye and the lemon trees that grow behind our walls are an important commodity to our great neighbors. "They wanted half of our lemon harvest for a year, l got them to a quarter. A good a deal as we'd get from those bastards most likely"

He spoke of the arrangement's he'd made in the north and that l am to go with him in two weeks time to the Cathedral. "it was time l learned to be Valkyrie" he told me "our blood is as important now as ever"

So l leave my home on the neck soon enough, the comfort of my family and our fort.

But l am blood of Latrosia, and l would be a winged knight of Valkyrie soon enough

Journal entry - Magnus A. Latrosia IV, age 15

It has been some time since my last entry, the journey was long and arduous and its only now l feel l should write once more

We passed through the winding gates up to the Cathedral. Seven gates l counted, though it may have been more. Steel and stone is what greeted us and l miss the sweet smelling trees of my family home now more than ever. We were welcomed inside the great hall by one of the elder members. We spoke for a time of the journey, the current state of the land and the elder asked if my Uncles mission was successful, this is when l was ushered to my sleeping quarters.

It was 3 weeks later when l saw my uncle next, he had been on "important business" he said. He asked how it had been for me this past month, l told him the truth "Its cold here, the men even colder, l'm sick of carrying wood through those damn gates.... But l am well fed and my training in the sword is going well" he seemed glad to hear it. After a small meal and a pint of mead my uncle told me to follow close and to keep quiet. He lead me to a part of the cathedral l had never stepped foot in, the room was small and dark, books and scrolls littered the shelves, a whetstone and two bowls sat on the floor and next to them two prisoners lay on the floor, hands in chains, mouths filled with rope. l could tell what they were, one an Elf, the other a Dwarf. By the look of there close l concluded they had been traders, captured by pirates no doubt, l would learn soon enough why they had been bought to our most sacred of temples

The Elder that had welcomed me here entered soon after l had and l recognized the sword he was carrying was the same my uncle had bartered for with the troll. "Prepare the ritual" the Elder said to Uncle, gesturing towards the prisoners. Uncle drew his knife, making a slit on both the prisoners arms and collecting the blood in one of the bowls. "Hold out your sword hand boy" uncle commanded. he sliced my palm before

Collecting my blood in the same bowl.

The Elder drew the blade, inspecting it for a moment before sitting down by the whetstone. l could barely see the blade in the dark room, it was covered in dirt and what must have been centuries old blood.

The Elder wet the blade with the collected blood and honed it on the stone. It was only minutes later that the blade was as new. The inscriptions etched to the blade gleamed in the lamps dull glow. The Elder cleaned the sword and beckoned to me, handing me the blade. The blade felt strange to me, it was warm in my hand, familiar, almost comforting, like holding mothers hand as a boy. The Elder and my Uncle shared a look and then pointed me toward to the prisoners.

l took the Dwarfs head first, then the elves as the runes on the sword began to glow a dull orange, my heartbeat grew heavy in my ears and the world slowed to a crawl. After some time the Elder took the blade from me and sheathed it, l have not seen it since.

The sword calls to me now and l long to have it back.

l am blood of Latrosia and l shall be a knight of Valkyrie soon enough

Journal Entry - Magnus A. Latrosia IV, age 16

====Trading in the Northern Wastes====
Journal of Korneus of Grimbridge, trader sentenced to death for weapon smuggling in Toren

" ...Trading in the Northen parts of the Haumic Lands truly is horrific, no inns like in Frostfrontier, none of that sweet lemonade from the famous keep and no security like back home. Can someone explain to me why are their people in such cold and dangerous lands? Going from Frostfrontier to Tempest Edge by land route is so incredibly hard! I did it to avoid the pirates, but the polar bear, feral rhinos, crazed centaurs bands and the old school bandits are far from being better! I even saw dire wolves and some snow lions! Snow lions and dire wolves! Those things were supposed to be mythical! Like the Frost maidens of the city of bones.

I have got a cart filled with things: Rhino wool as well as sheep wool, several flasks of lemon liquor, Elder tree branches and some ingots of the finest steel Captain Lucio could steal from the Frostfrontier Trading company. Tomorrow. I will sneak in Toren and see if I can find someone willing to sell to a stranger, if everything goes well I will be able to marry Celestina in the Spring and I will have enough silver to not have to travel until she is with child."

=== Elvish ===
====Of A Treatise on the Fairer Sexes of each of the Civilized Races of Kulmorost====
written by yours truly, Terk Syrnal, humble elfen bard and womaniser extraordinaire.

"Elven women are generally thin, lithe, small chested, and their faces have a sort of strange, exotic beauty about them. Their pointed ears are long, almost like a short knife, flexible, sensitive, and soft like velvet. The author is somewhat biased, but he believes that Elf women are among Kulmorost's most skilled in sensuous matters.

The whiter ones are delightful, sultry farmer's daughters types, and are typically naive and curious about the world beyond their family homestead. They're quite modest and shy, but once intoxicated can become quite brazen and playful.

The browner ones have a much more fiery, tempermental, and energetic personality, somewhat fittingly, given their desert home. They're less inhibited than their northern cousins, and are generally more susceptible to the advances of foriegners.

The author had the utmost difficulty in locating, let alone seducing a Drow, but the author is quite persistent and experienced in his craft, and after much trial and effort, was able to succeed.

The drow tend to be extremely quiet around foriegners, are overly rational and calm, showing very little outward emotion. Almost invariably, drow women have a sort of nervous shyness around men they find attractive, and will loudly voice their disdain if one attempts to call them out on it.

Despite what common sense dictates, it is folly to attempt to outright seduce a drow woman, as they become very defensive and close themselves off, causing their would-be lover to lose their opportunity."

"Rather, if one is attempting to seduce a drow woman, the would-be seducer must ingratiate himself into a drow tribe. which is a challenge in and of itself. He must then openly demonstrate some sort of skill uncommon among the drow, such as lightning magic or in the author's case, skillfully playing a lute. Demonstrating a skill is of the utmost importance, as drow women prize capability in their mates above all else. The would-be seducer must then politely ignore the drow women, whilst continuing to demonstrate their skill.

If he stays the course, the seducer will incite lust among a few of the Tribe's younger, unmarried drow. He musn't speak to them, or show even the slightest sign of interest, or they will lose interest, as the seducer must seem to be unattainable to retain interest.

When a few months have passed, one of the drow women will ask the would-be seducer to demonstrate their skill to them personally. It is then that the would-be must seduce their quarry. He must do so subtly, and somewhat patronizingly, as if she isn't worth his time, and if done correctly, the drow will slowly but surely become enflamed with lust. The would-be seducer must not make the first move, but he must then begin to show slight interest.

If the would-be seducer has done everything correctly, the drow will begin to flirt herself, and it is then that the Drow and would-be seducer enter in a battle of words, and the would-be seducer must begin slowly and, above all, subtly escalate the innuendo in his attempts at seduction, until the drow is practically dripping with barely disguised lust.

It is then, that the would-be seducer makes the first move, something innocuous, like putting a hand on her shoulder, or on her knee. If the would-be seducer has done everything correctly, the drow will initiate intercourse, and it will have been by far worth the wait."

"When the deed is done, the successful seducer must remain in the Tribe for some time, to leave suddenly would incite suspicion, and possibly scalping. He must wait, spending each night with his lover, until at least one month has passed. He must then wait until nightfall comes, spend a final night with his lover, and when she has fallen asleep, leave in the dead of night as stealthily as possible.

With luck, the Tribe won't realise what happened and hunt the seducer down, and the seducer will get off scot-free. Usually, when three months have passed, the stomach of the seducer's former lover will begin to dwell and the Tribe will catch on, but by then it's much too late to do anything about it.
Dwarven women are short, thick, soft, and curvaceous. Regardless of what popular rumor may claim, they do not have excessive body hair, and are not, for the most part, racist prudes or drunken harlots. When one is attempting to seduce a Dwarven woman, he must be careful to ensure that she is unmarried, and impious, else one's efforts are doomed to failure.

Good food and plenty of it, is the key to a Dwarf woman's heart and bosom. One must be blunt with their intentions and clear that they don't intend to settle down in a lasting relationship, (unless one is a Dwarf himself, in which case the opposite is true,) and odds are, she'll be receptive to one's advances.

Orcish women are large, and possess a strange sort of rugged beauty, with a form both muscular and feminine, and supple, glistening green skin. They are extremely blunt about their intentions and feelings, and if one is blunt and attractive themselves, they'll most certainly succeed in their endeavor."

"Human women are stubborn, hateful, and nigh impossible to bring to heel if one is not a Human themselves. As for appearances, they vary tremendously, and run the gamut of thick and thin, but almost all have an enticing sort of inner fire. Regretfully, the author was unable to seduce a Human woman, and as the author is an elf of honor and scruples, he was unwilling to force a Human woman to copulate, as much as both parties might've enjoyed it.

The author hopes this Treatise was informative to the reader, and will aid him in his own efforts."

''Historians note:'' Terk Syrnal disappeared shortly after publishing this Treatise and a dagger of unknown make, possibly drowish or orcish, was found on his pillow.

====About the Lesians====
The Lesians?

The crude semi-intelligent lizards from the island over the canal? Hah! Do not dare to label them as one of the Mighty Magical Races!
They chirp to each other like birds, a brutish language lacking the sophistication of our elven language or the systematic focus of the dwarvish script. I am not even sure can they write at all.
I have understood that they have recently began to imitate human speech and the humans have been sufficiently bluffed that they actually believe to be talking with them! Rest assured, imitating human speech is simple feat that even elven children could do if we would be so cruel to allow one to experience that horrible babbling.
Their religion is a travesty, a pale copy of the dwarven mythos without deeper understanding of the world around them.
As such, the Lesians are fully without a Society, merely interest to us because of their predatory nature and great numbers, which were sadly left unchecked for too long. Alas if the other Princes had listened to my grandfather, who campaigned for their culling in his youth!

Even the Lesians only militaristic achievement, the defeat of the Blood Orcs, can be easily explained by the numbers of the Lesians, their characteristic disregard of their own casualties and the utter ignorance of military tactics of the Blood Orcs, who cared much more about gory kills than winning.

In conclusion, the annoying Lesian raids are no match for the combined might of the Elven Principalities and our staunch dwarven allies!

-Cinnar, Prince of the coastal realm of Kinost, 2 years before the Invasion.

====Notes of Amanur, the Troll Headhunter====
(The notes are popular among mercenaries)

We gather in city of MUN that sits on the edge of troll land, in group of fifteen mercenaries, enough to kill a troll without problem yet small enough to go unnoticed. After preparing everything: food, weapons, traps and rope strong enough to pull the body.

We leave at the sunrise and venture into land of those beasts, this land is completely uncivilized, almost no agriculture, no roads or bridges. What is there are those towers stupid beasts build, they are seen from far away for us before troll inside will see us. That's when we stop and put up our camp and prepare to night when we strike.

When sun falls we leave two guys at camp while everyone else moves toward the tower. We break at enough groups to enclose them from all sides and overwhelm beasts from range, magic, bows, everything works as long as you don't get in close. That not always so smooth as trolls are stubborn and refuse to die quickly, running wildly into us....The death of one or two are no problem, we still can carry their bodies, but if more than half dies we bury bodies in our camps.

We don't stay for night to sleep at camp, we tie our price and go back to city as fast as we can, staying more than one day in this land rises danger tremendously, most groups return on second day, those who go deeper into enemy land return on third day, rarely any groups who left after three days ever returns.

The pay is very hefty, better than working on fields, that's for sure. Bounties on Night trolls started to pop up recently and every body has price five times higher than Hill one!

====The Tragedy of Lilith====
Lilith Armeni Liliac, the Seductress, Traitormaker and Witch-Whore of south (all these titles only know to a humans), a woman who caused Carnage of Cain.
Lilith was a quite unimportant princess of very small duchy near northern borders on South, she and her cousin seeker a glory and fame for their duchy in Human Exodus war. They both devised a very Machiavellian plan: they in secret maked several human kingdoms unite against invasions, while several of them was traitors. In plan, they will betray their kin, cousin will win battle against separated forces and capture traitors to keep them as gelded pets in gilded cage.
But every plans goes awry: Lilith cousin was accidentally killed by a single stray arrow right at beginning of battle. In the end, all credit was taken by his second-in-command, a petty noble with no lands, Bre Guile (to this day, House Guile one of most powerful families of South, they name revered for tactical genius and bravery), human traitors was killed and role of Lilith was mostly unknown for Elves, but not for Humans.
Her name is still reviled by humans and to this day, Elves is still heavily associated with her.

As for Elven history? Well, she was nothing but mere footnote - she was only known only as princess of duchy who was quietly assimilated after her death, she attended several very decadent patries and, in the end, was permanently was enchanted as statue in colonnade for "having too deviant tastes" by very powerful wizard for his own brothel. These brothel is still there and very famous these days, indulging almost every sin and fetish possible.
Such life in Elven Principalitites!

====An Encounter Between The Eye Of Storm Ocean and Three Sky Whales====
''The following was written by a Elven fisherman, who wishes to remain anonymous:''

I am not one to recount events of my life onto paper, but I am willing to make an exemption. Merely 30 minutes ago, we were in Storm Ocean on a trip to deliver cargo and for a little bit of fishing on the side. They always say, Storm Ocean's fish taste better than any other, and I cannot disagree. Nevertheless, we were fishing in Storm Ocean, and we saw the Eye in the distance. It was looking away from us, but we were all still on edge. As we started at the beast, something uncanny occurred: three Sky Whales came down from the clouds and struck the Eye directly into its... well, eye. The Eye regained its focus after the attack, and suddenly, almost like a divine intervention, its eye glowed yellow and all of the Sky Whales stopped moving mid-air. They slowly began sinking through the air, unable to move in any other direction but down. They must have realised what was going to happen, as all three seemed to be panicking to a frightening degree. And, sure enough, they were slowly lowered into the water, and held underwater, all three thrashing wildly and bubbles surfacing from their helpless bodies. This went on for minutes, with the Eye never breaking its gaze on its three victims. Eventually, the movements stopped and the bubbles no longer emerged from underwater. Three tentacles, however, did emerge from the water, only to be wrapped around the three carcasses and lowered deep underwater. This event alone was enough for the captain to command the ship to leave Storm Ocean.

Now, I am aware how ludicrous the following may sound, but I swear on my mother's soul that this really did happen. As we were leaving, the Eye looked at our boat. And then it leered at us, and one of its tentacles moved side-to-side, as if it was waving! I'm hoping to all that is pure that the waving was just a reflex and the leering was because we were leaving its line of sight, but I certainly felt an aura of unpleasantness by just looking at the thing. If what I saw was anything different from reflexes and sight problems, it would explain why it bothered to drown three Sky Whales instead of twisting their spines, which is the most common form of death recorded in relation to the Eye. If it was sending a message, message received. I'll fish in Val Sea from now on, I'm sure the fish taste just as nice.

=== Orcish===
====Of Human Settlements====
Excerpt from ''“Anthropology - Know your Enemy Vol.2: Settlements”'' written by Valko Tiamare, circa 300 MA.

A very old series of books written by an orc explorer that used to roam the human lands before orcs were seen as enemies of humanity like elves and dwarves are. The books are a well respected source on human behaviour and culture.

“Humans live in all kinds settlements in the Northen wastes. Settlements of all sizes above the ground some permanent and others seasonal some humans live in small underground settlements. That said, ironically, their biggest city lies within a massive cave system with sea access on one of the coasts near their southern border. From what I have heard, there is only two official ways to enter and one of them being a cave that gives access the city's harbour. I didn't gain access to it but the city seems to have within it's limits a great market and a great forge.”

“...once your men start falling to traps, you will know that you are near a underground human settlement, locals seem to know the placement of all the traps, while travellers usually will blow their goat horns when they feel they are near a settlement to ask to be escorted inside. No one enters an underground settlement without being invited in.”

“Palisade walls protect even the smallest permanent settlements above the ground, all permanent settlements have guards on standby ready to rain arrows on all approaching threats. Always approach with extreme caution.”

====The Beginning to the extinction of Laffu====
The Laffu were used to surprised attacks from the other local Orc tribes, but this was not a local Orc tribe

The Children moved silently in the night, their footsteps made no sound on the sand. They came naked, armed with spears pulled from the earth, their dark skin making them all but invisible in the black of the wastes. They approached the walls of the Laffu unseen and unheard, moving the earth under the walls to gain entry to the fort. By the time the night watch had figured out what was happening, most of the Orcs lay dead with a spear through the heart, or their throat slit in their bed. Only one of the black Children died in the fight, his throat pierced by a thrown Orcish spear. His blood gushed from his wound, bursting into deep red flame, he fell to his knees before crumpling into ash. The orcs that saw this lost all want to fight, they were finished off cleanly.

In less than an hour the hold by the sea had been emptied. More than 60 orcish men, woman and children lay dead to a force of only 15

They would not sleep nor eat tonight, they would not morn their dead. They moved back into the dark as silently as they had come, vanishing into the black

== Links to the archived threads ==

[http://warosu.org/tg/thread/51248833/ Kulmorost Divided part 1]

[http://warosu.org/tg/thread/51288620/ Kulmorost Divided part 2]

[http://warosu.org/tg/thread/51380847/ Kulmorost Divided part 3]

[http://warosu.org/tg/thread/51485832/ Kulmorost Divided part 4]

[http://warosu.org/tg/thread/51485832 "current" Thread]

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Codex - Kroots: /tg/'s 9th Edition

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A codex created to let you craft an army exclusively out of Kroot units! Enjoy your murderous chickens!

==Army Rules==
===Universal===
*'''Feral Hunters:''' ''The kroot are a race of masterful hunters; swiftly, they run across their hunting grounds, chasing down their prey with no hesitation.''
::{{W40kKeyword|Kroot}} units can charge even if they Advanced or Fell Back during their turn.

===Detachment Rules===
*'''Alien Mercenaries:''' ''The kroot's purpose is to hunt, and they'll take part in any sort of conflict to follow their sacred arts and money.''
::{{W40kKeyword|Kroot}} detachments may be taken in any army even if they don't possess any common faction keyword (with the exception of {{W40kKeyword|Tyranids}} and {{W40kKeyword|Blackstone Constructs}}). If so, then in your army you need to have a number of units that don't possess the {{W40kKeyword|Kroot}} keyword greater than those who do; in addition, no {{W40kKeyword|Kroot}} {{W40kKeyword|Character}} in your army may be your Warlord, even though they can still obtain a Warlord Trait through the use of the '''The Wisests Command''' Stratagem.

*'''Evolutionary Traits:''' ''The kroot are known for acquiring the traits of their fallen victims by a ritual of carefully selecting the various genes. Because of this, the various bands of hunters scattered across the galaxy can become quite different from the others, all due to the variety of prey they fest upon in their hunting grounds.''
::If your army is Battle-forged, all {{W40kKeyword|Kroot}} units gain an Evolutionary Trait. All units in the same detachment must have the same Evolutionary Trait.

*'''Objective Secured:''' ''An hunter knows how important it is to hold a position. Once hidden in the surroundings of a focal point, it will take a great amount of strength to make them move.''
::If your army is Battle-forged, all Troops units in {{W40kKeyword|Kroot}} Detachments gain this ability. Such a unit that is within range of an objective marker (as specified in the mission) controls the objective marker even if there are more enemy models within range of that objective marker. If an enemy unit within range of the same objective marker has a similar ability, then the objective marker is controlled by the player who has the most models within range of it as normal.

*'''The Chain of Command:''' ''Even if they may seem like nothing more than brute creatures, the bond shared by the members of a kindred is no less than that of other beings. At the height of that bond lie the only ones who can dare to command these fearsome hunters.''
::When mustering your army, if it contains {{W40kKeyword|Anghkor Prok}}, that model must be selected as your Warlord. Otherwise, if your army contains a {{W40kKeyword|Kroot Shaper}}, that model must be selected as your Warlord. Otherwise, if your army contains a {{W40kKeyword|Kroot Master Shaman}}, that model must be selected as your Warlord. If your army contains none of the listed models, select your Warlord as normal.

==Evolutionary Traits==
To create the Evolutionary Trait of a Kroot detachment, select two rules from the following list:

*'''Aerodynamic Plumage:''' ''Some Kroot grow feathers which hold a layer of air to their surface, reducing drag by their air resistance. These feathers can have many colorful patterns, not that their enemies have time to appreciate this as they’re being brutally charged down.''
::Units with this trait move an additional 1" when Advancing or Charging.

*'''Camouflage Skin:''' ''Colour and texture changing hairs and feathers make very flexible and effective camouflage in all environments, making hitting these kroot virtually impossible.''
::If a unit with this trait is receiving the benefit of cover, add 2 to its saving throws instead of 1.

*'''Dense Muscular Tissue:''' ''Strong muscles make not only for a great offense but a formidable defense too.''
::Roll a die each time a unit with this trait suffers a wound, on a 6 that wound is ignored. If the unit is a {{W40kKeyword|Cavalry}} or {{W40kKeyword|Monster}}, the effect takes place on a roll of 5+ instead.

*'''Hardened Carapace:''' ''Thickly armored platings render the surface of these warriors hard as cheramite, at the cost of slower movements.''
::Subtract 2" from the Movement characteristic of units with this trait but consider their armor save as 1 point better. This trait may not be taken alongside ''Hollow Bones''.

*'''Hollow Bones:''' ''At the cost of a minor defense, these hollow bones grant the holder a much more useful velocity and maneuverability.''
::Add 4" to the Movement characteristic of units with this trait but subtract 1 from their Toughness characteristic. This trait may not be taken alongside ''Hardened Carapace''.

*'''Hyper Senses:''' ''The kroot of this pack have developed such high senses that it's almost impossible to take them by surprise.'
::Units with this trait can't suffer penalties to their hit rolls when firing a ranged weapon in the Shooting phase, regardless of any modifiers (for the exception of the ''Simple-minded'' penalty of the '''DNA Assimilation''' Stratagem) and may always fire Overwatch, regardless of any special rules.

*'''Overdeveloped Intelligence:''' ''Even rudimentary weapons, if held by expert individuals, can become lethal instruments of destructions.''
::Consider the Ap characteristic of weapons from units with this trait as 1 point better. This does not apply to attacks made by weapons from the ''Kroot Predators Weapons'' list.

*'''Regenerative Limbs:''' ''These regenerative capabilities mean no wound is too deep to abate these warriors' hunting spirit.''
::Models with this trait regain 1 previously lost wound at the start of each of your turns.

*'''Sharp Spikes:''' ''The characteristic spike of the kroot can grow and harden to the point of piercing the thickest of armours.''
::At the end of the Fighting phase, roll a die for each model in a unit with this trait that is within 1" of an enemy unit. On a 5+ one enemy model within 1" suffers a mortal wound.

==Stratagems==
===Battle Tactics Stratagems===
*'''Encircling the Prey (1 CP):''' ''A good part of a successful hunt is to take the prey by surprise, cutting its ways of escape and striking from behind.''
::Use this Stratagem in the Reinforcements step of your Movement phase, when one of your units is arriving from Strategic Reserves. That unit can be set up within 6" of any battlefield edge and more than 9" from any enemy unit. If this Stratagem is used during the third battle round or onward, then the unit must be set more than 6" away instead.

*'''Furious Charge (1 CP):''' ''When launched at full force, the hard beak of a Knarloc can pierce through any defense.''
::Use this Stratagem during your Assault phase. Select one friendly {{W40Kkeyword|Kroot}} {{W40Kkeyword|Cavalry}} or {{W40Kkeyword|Monster}} unit that has made a successful charge move this turn. Roll a die for each model in the unit that is within 1" of an enemy model; on a 2+ that model's unit suffers 1 mortal wound, D3 mortal wounds if it is a {{W40Kkeyword|Monster}} instead.

*'''Hidden Hunters (1 CP):''' ''The Kroot are experts in camouflage and concealment, and utilize cover in ways most would never consider.''
::Use this Stratagem at the start of your opponent’s Shooting phase. Select one {{W40Kkeyword|Infantry}} {{W40Kkeyword|Kindred}} unit from your army. Until the end of that phase, when resolving an attack made with a ranged weapon against that unit whilst it is receiving the benefit of Light or Heavy Cover, subtract 1 from the hit roll and add 1 to the saving throw.

===Epic Deed Stratagems===
*'''For the Glory of the Hunt! (2 CP):''' ''A hunter's purpose is to hunt, if a prey resists that end, then it shall meet a gruesome fate.''
::Use this Stratagem at the end of the Fight phase. Select one {{W40Kkeyword|Kroot}} {{W40Kkeyword|Character}} unit from your army that has already fought that phase. That model may immediately fight again.

===Requisition Stratagems===
*'''Packalpha (1 CP):''' ''Some Kroot Shapers earn dominance over their kin through fierce contests or spectacular hunting feats.''
::Use this Stratagem before the battle. Select one {{W40Kkeyword|Kroot Shaper}} model from your army. That model gains the {{W40Kkeyword|Packalpha}} keyword, and each time a friendly {{W40Kkeyword|Kindred}} unit within 6" of this model makes an attack, you can re-roll the wound roll. If a unit has both the {{W40kKeyword|Kindred}} and {{W40kKeyword|Kroot Predators}} keyword, then the bonus does not apply to attacks made with weapons from the ''Kroot Predators Weapons'' list.

*'''Sacred Feast (1 CP):''' ''In times of feast, the Shamans of the pack gift upon their kindred the sacred weapons used by the great generations of hunters that came before, so that their spirit may guide those who bear them.''
::Use this Stratagem before the battle, when you are mustering your army, if your Warlord has the {{W40Kkeyword|Kroot}} keyword. Select one {{W40Kkeyword|Kroot}} {{W40Kkeyword|Character}} model in your army and give them one Relic (this must be a Relic they can have). Each Relic in your army must be unique, and you cannot use this Stratagem to give a model two Relics. You can only use this Stratagem once, unless you are playing a Strike Force battle (in which case you can use this Stratagem twice), or an Onslaught battle (in which case you can use this Stratagem three times).

*'''Seasoned Predator (1 CP):''' ''Some hunters are legends even amidst their kin and their talent for precise killing echoes through the galaxy. These individuals have seen them all and bring only the finest of gear to help them in their never-ending hunt.''
::Use this Stratagem before the battle. Select one {{W40Kkeyword|Kroot Beast-hunter}} model from your army. That model may take one additional item from the ''Beast-hunter Equipment'' list. This Stratagem may be used multiple times but no more than once for each {{W40Kkeyword|Kroot Beast-hunter}} in your army.

*'''The Ancient Among the Land (1 CP):''' ''Through a forgotten invocation, the spirit of a great sage of the past enters the shaman's body, so it can join guide the new generations once more.''
::Use this Stratagem before the battle. Select one {{W40Kkeyword|Kroot Master Shaman}} model from your army. That model gains the {{W40Kkeyword|Ancient Sage}} keyword, add 2 to its Leadership characteristic. In addition, each time it tries to invoke an Invocation, add 1 to the result of the die.

*'''The Wisest Command (1 CP):''' ''It's the duty of the Shapers and those who have seen the old days of the hunt to command their kindred into the feasts to come.''
::Use this Stratagem before the battle, when you are mustering your army, if your Warlord has the {{W40Kkeyword|Kroot}} keyword. Select one {{W40Kkeyword|Kroot}} {{W40Kkeyword|Character}} model in your army and determine one Warlord Trait for that model (this must be a Warlord Trait they can have); that model is only regarded as your Warlord for the purposes of that Warlord Trait. Each Warlord Trait in your army must be unique (if randomly-generated, re-roll duplicate results), and you cannot use this Stratagem to give a model two Warlord Traits. You can only use this Stratagem once, unless you are playing a Strike Force battle (in which case you can use this Stratagem twice), or an Onslaught battle (in which case you can use this Stratagem three times).

===Strategic Ploy Stratagems===
*'''DNA Assimilation (2 CP):''' ''The Kroot are able to assimilate the genetic code of their fallen preys, becoming stronger or more agile as the situation commands.''
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::Use this Stratagem when a friendly {{W40Kkeyword|Kroot}} unit kills the last model of an enemy unit during the Fight phase. Depending on the faction keyword of that unit, randomly select one effect from the relative list, the effect immediately takes place and lasts until the end of the game. If a {{W40Kkeyword|Kroot Shaper}} is within 6" of that unit, do not roll a die, simply choose the desired effect and apply it to both units. If playing a Crusade campaign, these effects remain between games until the unit is completely destroyed or replaced.
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::-{{W40Kkeyword|Aeldari}}:
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::'''1) Ephemeral in Form:''' Subtract 1 from all hit rolls which target this unit.
::'''2) Fragile Bones:''' This unit suffers a penalty of 1 to its Toughness characteristic.
::'''3) Frail Physique:''' This unit suffers a penalty of 1 to its Strength characteristic.
::'''4) Keen Senses:''' Wound rolls of 6+ made by this unit improve the ap characteristic of the weapon used by 1.
::'''5) Psychic Sensitivity:''' This unit, once a turn, may attempt to Deny the Witch as if it was a {{W40kKeyword|Psyker}}.
::'''6) Swift Figure:''' This unit can advance and fire with Assault and Rapid Fire weapons as if it remained stationary during its Movement phase.
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::-{{W40Kkeyword|Imperium}}:
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::'''1) Fear Inhibitor:''' This unit may re-roll failed Morale tests.
::'''2) Fearless Devotion:''' Roll a die each time this unit suffers a wound, on a 6+ that wound is ignored.
::'''3) Next Wave Hormones:''' Each time a model in this unit is slain, roll a die; on a 3+ that model may shoot as if it was the Shooting phase or fight as if it was the Fight phase.
::'''4) Order Obeying Receptors:''' Models in this unit count as being in range of an Aura ability even if they are at most 3 inches away from the ability's range.
::'''5) Unending Dedication:''' This unit's Rapid Fire weapons fire 3 times the number of shots instead of 2 times the shots when shooting enemy units at half range.
::'''6) Zealotry:''' This unit is unaffected by the aura abilities of any friendly units.
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::-{{W40Kkeyword|Orks}}:
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::'''1) Desire for Carnage:''' Hit rolls of 6+ with ranged weapons made by this unit count as 2 hits instead of 1.
::'''2) Increased Bulk:''' Add 1 to the Wound characteristic of each model in this unit.
::'''3) Infused by the Wargh:''' Whenever this unit charged, was charged or performed a heroic intervention add 1 to its Attack characteristic and hit rolls for the duration of the following Fight phase.
::'''4) Simple-minded:''' This unit suffers a penalty of 1 to its hit rolls and has to subtract 1 from its Leadership characteristic.
::'''5) Strong Muscles:''' Add 1 to this unit's Strength characteristic.
::'''6) Tough Skinned:''' Add 1 to this units Toughness characteristic.
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::-{{W40Kkeyword|Q'Orl}}:
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::'''1) Acid Glands:''' At the beginning of each Fight phase, you can pick a single enemy unit within 1" of this unit. Roll a D6 for each model in this unit; for each roll of 6, the enemy unit suffers a mortal wound.
::'''2) Chitinous Shell:''' Add 1 to armor saving throws made by models in this unit.
::'''3) Compound Eyes:''' Consider the Ballistic Skill of models in this unit as one point better.
::'''4) Fused Skin:''' Subtract 2” from this unit's movement distances.
::'''5) Insectoid Brain:''' This unit may only move, advance, charge, shoot or fight if there's at least one {{W40Kkeyword|Kroot}} {{W40Kkeyword|Character}} within 6" other than itself.
::'''6) Keen Olphactory Organs:''' This unit ignores all rules that negatively impact their hit rolls during the Fight phase.
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::-{{W40Kkeyword|T'au Empire}}:
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::'''1) Dampened Reflexes:''' This unit loses its ''Feral Hunters'' special rule.
::'''2) Instilled Hierarchy:''' Whenever a friendly {{W40Kkeyword|Kroot}} {{W40Kkeyword|Character}} looses a wound within 3” of this unit roll a D6; on a 2+ that {{W40Kkeyword|Kroot}} {{W40Kkeyword|Character}} does not loose the wound. Instead, this unit suffers a mortal wound.
::'''3) Pheromone Control:''' While this unit is within 6" of a friendly {{W40Kkeyword|Kroot}} {{W40Kkeyword|Character}} with the same trait, this unit automatically passes all Leadership and Morale tests.
::'''4) Sense of Unity:''' Whenever this unit fires at an enemy unit in the Shooting phase and at least one hit is made, all other friendly {{W40Kkeyword|Kroot}} units with this trait may re-roll failed hit rolls of 1 against that unit for that Shooting phase.
::'''5) Weak Figure:''' This unit suffers a penalty of 1 to its Toughness characteristic.
::'''6) Wide-spectrum Retinas:''' This unit may always shoot Overwatch, without the need for the associated Stratagem.
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::-{{W40Kkeyword|Tyranids}}:
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::'''1) Access to the Tyranid Genetic Library:''' This trait can never be manually selected, neither from the '''DNA Sample''' Relic and neither from the presence of a {{W40Kkeyword|Kroot Shaper}}. When this trait is randomly picked, this unit immediately rolls for 1 trait for each other faction keyword in this stratagem and applies each result. You may not choose which traits to apply.
::'''2) Feral Behaviour:''' This unit must fire at the closes unit (even if friendly) and must advance closer to, charge, and attack the nearest unit (even if friendly).
::'''3) Mindless Drones:''' This unit always succeeds all Morale tests but can never benefit from friendly Aura abilities.
::'''4) Multi-limbed:''' Add 2 to this unit's Attacks characteristic.
::'''5) Precognitive Senses:''' If an enemy unit enters the battlefield within 24” of this unit then this unit may fire at that enemy unit as if it was the Shooting phase, but at a minus 1 to hit.
::'''6) Remembered Foes:''' This unit may re-roll failed hit rolls against {{W40Kkeyword|Character}} units.
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*'''Favour of the Ancestors (X CP):''' ''Sometimes during the hunt, the spirits of the ancestors come to aid their fellow kindred into battle.''
::When you use this Stratagem, pick any other Stratagem from this codex that isn't from the '''Requisition Stratagems''' section, this Stratagem obtains the effect and cost of that Stratagem. You can only use this Stratagem once per battle round and only during a phase the Stratagem whose effect is taken would be used.

*'''Hunting Grounds (1 CP):''' ''The Kroot unleash their razor-beaked hounds and a tide of mottled green flesh tears into the enemy ranks.''
::Use this Stratagem when a {{W40Kkeyword|Kroot Hounds}} unit from your army completes a charge against an enemy unit. Until the end of the phase, you can re-roll failed charge rolls for other friendly {{W40Kkeyword|Kroot}} units that are within 12" of that Kroot Hound unit after it completes its charge move.

*'''Rapid Unhook (2 CP):''' ''The transport hooks employed on Kroothawk and Greater Knarloc Alpha are specially designed to allow a rapid deployment on the field, as to not sacrifice the beasts' innate velocity.''
::Use this Stratagem at the end of your Movement phase. Select one {{W40Kkeyword|Kroothawk}} or {{W40Kkeyword|Greater Knarloc Alpha}} with the {{W40Kkeyword|Transport}} keyword. Models embarked on that unit may disembark even if that model has moved during your Movement phase.

===Wargear Stratagems===
*'''Explosive Arrows (1 CP):''' ''Micro explosives mounted on the tips of arrows make this already deadly weapon into a force even armored tanks are afraid of.''
::Use this Stratagem during your Shooting phase, when a unit from your army is firing with its Kroot Bow. Don't make wound rolls for these attacks, instead, roll a die for each attack that hit the target; on a 3+ that unit suffers D3 mortal wounds.

*'''Overwhelming Assault (2 CP):''' ''Launching into the heart of the conflict, the Kroot mercenaries begin a fearful assault on the chosen target, drowning it into waves of salvos.''
::Use this Stratagem during your Shooting phase, when a unit from your army is firing with its Kroot Rifle. Until the end of that phase, change the Type of the Kroot Rifle that unit is equipped with to Rapid Fire 2. In addition, that unit doesn't suffer penalties to its hit rolls for having advanced the preceding Movement phase.

*'''Raging Beasts (1 CP):''' ''Krootoxes have immense physical strength, and their riders know how to coax them into a terrible rage.''
::Use this Stratagem when a {{W40Kkeyword|Krootox Rider}} unit from your army is chosen to fight with during the Fight phase. Until the end of that phase, models in that unit have an Attacks characteristic of 4. In addition, until the end of that phase, the Armour Penetration characteristic of krootox fists models in that unit are equipped with is improved by 2 (e.g. AP -1 becomes AP -3).

==Warlord Traits==
*'''1: Apex Predator:''' ''This kroot has carefully selected genes from thousands of species to become the ultimate predator.''
::Add 2 to your Warlord's Movement, Attacks and Strength characteristics. If the model is riding a Knarloc, ignore the bonus to its Movement characteristic.

*'''2: Leader of the Pack:''' ''This Kroot guides its brethren in the midst of battle with skill and precision. If one of its kindred were to run away, it would be its duty to consume them so their spirits may partake in the war as one.''
::Each time a friendly {{W40kKeyword|Infantry}} {{W40kKeyword|Kindred}} unit within 6" of your Warlord fails a Morale test, only one model can flee. When that happens, your Warlord recovers 1 previously lost wound.

*'''3: Master of Camouflage:''' ''This kroot commander has mastered the art of hiding, becoming almost invisible to the enemy's eyes''
::Enemy units must subtract 1 from their hit rolls when targeting your Warlord: In addition, if your Warlord has the benefit of Light or Heavy cover, you can re-roll 1s for its saving throws.

*'''4: Stalker of Prey:''' ''Some leaders are made rulers of others by their great deeds. This kroot marks out a single prey, ignoring all others to stalk this one foe.''
::At the start of the battle select an enemy character in your opponent's army; your Warlord may re-roll all failed to-hit and to-wound rolls against that unit, and the enemy character may not re-roll any dice for attacks that target your Warlord. In addition, if your Warlord slays that enemy character you gain twice as many victory points than you would normally for slaying that unit.

*'''5: Trap Expert:''' ''This strategic leader has set numerous traps across the battlefield so that its enemies may suffer when most distracted.''
:: Once per battle, at the end of your opponent's Movement phase, you can choose up to three enemy units on the battlefield and roll a D6. Subtract 1 from the result if the unit is a {{W40kKeyword|Character}} but add 1 if the unit contains 10 or more models. On a 4+ that unit suffers D3+1 mortal wounds; on a 7+ it suffers D3+3 mortal wounds instead.

*'''6: Veteran Mercenary:''' ''A mercenary knows how to negotiate for a more generous payment.''
::Roll a die each time you or your opponent use a Stratagem, on a 5+ you gain 1 Command Point. In addition, if your army is Battle-forged, you gain 3 additional Command Points, 5 if in your army there are more units that don't possess the {{W40kKeyword|Kroot}} keyword that those who do, 6 if in your army there are more {{W40kKeyword|T'au Empire}} units than {{W40kKeyword|Kroot}} units.

==Invocations of the Shamans==
At the start of each of your Command phases, each {{W40kKeyword|Shaman}} in your army may decide to invoke an Invocation it knows that hasn't been attempted by other {{W40kKeyword|Shamans}} that turn. Roll a die, on a 4+ plus the Invocation is succesful and it immediately takes effect. Every {{W40kKeyword|Shaman}} knows the ''Invocation of the Hunter's Beak'' by default.

'''-Invocation of the Hunter's Beak:''' ''The shaman invokes the spirits of his kindred to rile up their racial memories and remind them of their heritage as deadly hunters, piercing through any foe's defenses.''
:Until the beginning of your next turn, all friendly {{W40kKeyword|Kroot}} units which make a melee attack while within 6" of a {{W40kKeyword|Shaman}} who invoked this Invocation improve their weapon's AP by 1. This also applies to shooting attacks they make while within 6" of the {{W40kKeyword|Shaman}}, but only if their target is within 6" of them. A {{W40kKeyword|Shaman}} may always invoke this invocation, even if other friendly units invoked it already this phase.

===Invocations of the Kindred===

'''-1): Invocation of the Hound's Chase:''' ''The shaman invokes the spirits of past kroot hounds and other bestial relatives, asking them to grant their tireless, single-minded drive to pursue to a nearby kindred.''
:Choose a friendly {{W40kKeyword|Kroot}} unit within 6" of the {{W40kKeyword|Shaman}} who invoked this Invocation. Until the end of your turn, that unit may Advance and shoot as though it made a normal move.

'''-2): Invocation of the Kindred's Bond:''' ''The shaman reminds his kindred of the bonds of kinship and battle-oaths that bind them together, steeling them against death and loss.''
:Until the beginning of your next turn, friendly {{W40kKeyword|Kroot}} units automatically pass Morale tests whilst they are within 6" of the {{W40kKeyword|Shaman}} who invoked this Invocation.

'''-3): Invocation of Life's Tenacity:''' ''A powerful strength reinvigorates the kindred's spirits and makes their already powerful attacks into even deadlier assaults.''
:Choose a friendly {{W40kKeyword|Kroot}} {{W40kKeyword|Infantry}} unit within 12" of the {{W40kKeyword|Shaman}} who invoked this Invocation. Add 1 to the attack characteristic of models in that unit.

'''-4): Invocation of Prey's Terror:''' ''Vision of the predators of the past flood the enemies of the pack, giving them insight on their fate to come.''
:Choose a non-{{W40kKeyword|Vehicle}} non- {{W40kKeyword|Character}} enemy unit within 12" of the {{W40kKeyword|Shaman}} who invoked this Invocation. The target must immediately make a Morale test. Rather than the number of models from the unit that have been slain this turn, add half of the result of the invocation roll (rounded down). If the target unit is in engagement range with a friendly {{W40kKeyword|Kroot}} unit, other than the {{W40kKeyword|Shaman}} itself, add the full result of the invocation roll instead.

'''-5): Invocation of Shaper's Might:''' ''Raising his blade high in the sky, this shaman calls upon the spirits of the great hunters of the past to aid him in the sacred rituals of the hunt.''
:Until the beginning of your next turn, the Master Shaman's weapons are given uncanny sharpness and weight. Change the AP value of all of this model's melee weapons to -4, and change the damage to be XD3, where X is the normal damage value (e.g. damage 1 becomes damage 1D3, damage 2 becomes damage 2D3, and so on).

'''-6): Invocation of Soil's Grip:''' ''[https://scifi.stackexchange.com/questions/100577/what-would-happen-if-the-ents-got-the-one-ring|"Stones will break, and roots will squeeze, vines will grow and bend all knees; mushrooms hunt and thorns yolk; weeds strangle and flowers choke. The time of waiting is done. The hour of the hunt has come."]''
:Choose an enemy unit within 12" of the {{W40kKeyword|Shaman}} who invoked this Invocation that doesn't have the {{W40kKeyword|Fly}} or {{W40kKeyword|Titanic}} keyword. Until the beginning of your next turn, the target's Movement characteristic is halved (round down). In addition, if the target Advances or Charges, for each die of 5+, that unit suffers one mortal wound. If that unit possesses a special rule that makes it Advance a set distance, the unit suffers 1 mortal wound for every 5" of that distance instead.

===Invocations of the Spirits===

'''-1): Invocation of the Ancestor's Hunger:''' ''The shaman calls on the ancestor spirits to guide the arms and beaks of his kindred, helping them find purchase on the foe and filling their bellies with mighty prey.''
:Choose a friendly {{W40kKeyword|Kroot}} unit within 12" of the {{W40kKeyword|Shaman}} who invoked this Invocation. Until the beginning of your next turn, that unit can re-roll all failed hit rolls during the Fight phase.

'''-2): Invocation of Gmork's Destruction:''' ''Reciting ancient and forbidden tomes, the shaman brings forth a splinter of the Destroyer to bring forth ruin to the enemies of Vawk''
:Choose an enemy unit within 12" of the {{W40kKeyword|Shaman}} who invoked this Invocation. Roll a number of dices equal to the invocation roll for this Invocation; for each roll of 3+, the enemy unit suffers 1 mortal wound, D3 on a 6+. Add 1 to the roll is the {{W40kKeyword|Shaman}} invoking this is a {{W40kKeyword|Ancient Sage}}.

'''-3): Invocation of Mist's Veil:''' ''At the shaman's words, the spirits of the ancient warriors rise from the ground, creating a thick white blanket to hide their brethren.''
:Friendly {{W40kKeyword|Kroot}} units which are within 6" of the {{W40kKeyword|Shaman}} who invoked this Invocation count as being in Heavy Cover.

'''-4): Invocation of the Survivor's Blood:''' ''The shaman calls on the spirits of those who have survived great hunts against superior forces to shield the bodies and minds of the kindred against harm to come.''
:Until the beginning of your next turn, whenever a model in a friendly {{W40kKeyword|Kroot}} unit within 6" of the {{W40kKeyword|Shaman}} who invoked this Invocation loses a wound, roll a D6 and on a 5+, the model does not lose that wound.

'''-5): Invocation of the Tracker's Speed:''' ''The shaman calls on the spirits of legendary headhunters and master trackers to reinforce the senses and legs of one kindred, speeding their steps.''
:Choose a friendly {{W40kKeyword|Kroot}} unit within 12" of the {{W40kKeyword|Shaman}} who invoked this Invocation. Until the beginning of your next turn, when that unit consolidates, it can move an extra 6".

'''-6): Invocation of Vawk's Wings:''' ''Through the call of the shaman, the Great Mother blows powerful winds to lift the kindreds into battle, gifting them of a bountiful feast.''
:Choose a friendly {{W40kKeyword|Kroot}} unit within 12" of the {{W40kKeyword|Shaman}} who invoked this Invocation. That unit may immediately move as if it was the Movement phase, though it may not Advance.

==Specialist Detachments==
===Bounty Hunter Pack (1 CP)===
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''Sometimes, an employer wishes to pursue a specific target, for this, the kroot deploy their best bounty hunters to follow the designated target.''

All {{W40kKeyword|Kroot}} {{W40kKeyword|Infantry}} and {{W40kKeyword|Beast}} units in this Specialist Detachment gain the {{W40kKeyword|Bounty Hunter Pack}} keyword.
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'''Warlord Trait:'''
*'''Bounty Hunter:''' ''Kroot from this pack have keened their senses to better wound their next bounty.''
:Your Warlord and friendly {{W40kKeyword|Bounty Hunter Pack}} units within 6" of your Warlord may re-roll hit roll and wound rolls of 1 against enemy {{W40kKeyword|Characters}}.

'''Stratagems:'''
*'''Fearsome Ambush (1 CP):''' ''Kroot erupt from the corners of the ruined battlefield to suddenly assault the unsuspecting victims.''
:Use this Stratagem in the Charge phase. Select an enemy unit on the battlefield; {{W40kKeyword|Bounty Hunter Pack}} units attempting to charge it roll an additional dice and discard the lowest result if they start their charge move in cover.

'''Relic:'''
*'''The Hunter's Rifle:''' ''This modified kroot rifle serves as a precision weapon that fires a powerful harpoon to impale the selected bounty and block it from escaping.''
:This Relic replaces the model’s '''Kroot Rifle''' and has the following profile:
:{| class=wikitable
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! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''The Hunter's Rifle''' || Melee || Melee || +1 || -2 || D3 || Each time the bearer fights, it can make one additional attack with this weapon.
|-
|'''The Hunter's Rifle''' || 30" || Assault 2 || 5 || -1 || 1 || This weapon can target {{W40kKeyword|Characters}} even if they are not the closest enemy unit. {{W40kKeyword|Characters}} hit by this weapon must halve their Move characteristic and cannot Advance in their following Movement phase.
|}</div>
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==Special Formations==
Special Formations are a special kind of detachment that is made up of variable and specific units. Each formation has to be made inside its own detachment and counts as an organized detachment. Stratagems found in this section can only be used on units from the correspondent formation.

===Knarloc Hunting Pack (2 CP)===
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''When hunting particularly agile preys, the knarloc hunting pack is tasked to catch up to and capture the objective or stall it to wait for the rest of the kindred.''
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'''Command Benefits:''' None

'''Composition:'''
*1 Kroot Shaper on Knarloc
*0-1 Kroot Beast-hunter on Knarloc
*0-1 units of Tribal Guards on Knarlocs
*3-6 units of Knarloc Riders
*0-3 units of Kroot Hounds
*0-1 units of Greater Knarloc

'''Restrictions:'''
*Each unit of Kroot Hounds must be accompanied by a Kroot Handler on Knarloc

'''Effects:'''
*'''Ramming Charge:''' Each time a unit from this special formation makes a successful charge, roll a die for every unit it charged; on a 4+, that enemy unit suffers D3 mortal wounds.
*'''Riders' Advance:''' Units in this special formation can re-roll charge distances if they begin the Assault phase within 3" of another unit from this formation.

'''Special Stratagems:'''
*'''Feral Mounts (2 CP):''' ''These Knarloc are spurred during the charge to lash out with a greater force in the following fight.''
:Use this Stratagem at the beginning of the Fight phase, when choosing which unit to fight with. Chose one {{W40kKeyword|Cavalry}} unit from this formation, until the end of the Fight phase, consider the Ap value of that unit's ''Sharp Beak and Talons'' to be -4, and double the number of attacks they make with that weapon.
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==Apocalypse Rules==
Apocalypse rules are special rules that are meant to represent the power of an immense force on the tabletop. Each army has one and it differs from effects and restrictions.

'''The Great Hunt Unfolds:''' ''From the beginning of time, the elder Shamans of all tribes talk of a hunt like anything krootkind has ever seen. Tales of warriors and heroes are sung alongside it, while hunters gather the strength and equipment for when the day will come to take part in this great feast. When that day will come, the kroot will know both glory and anguish.''

If your army is Battle-forged, and contains at least 6000 points of {{W40kKeyword|Kroot}} units, then all {{W40kKeyword|Kroot}} units in your army gain this special rule. Add 1 to the Advance and Charge distances of models with this special rule. In addition, {{W40kKeyword|Shaman}} units know one additional Invocation from the ''Invocations of the Kindred'' list and can invoke one additional Invocation during your Command phase.

==Wargear==
===Melee Weapons===
*'''Echoes from the Otherworld:''' ''The spirits from the realm beyond are mysterious beings and rarely do they come to the aid of those who still chase their prey in the fields of the living. Regardless, when a legend calls, they are formidable foes, rarely shaken by the weapons of the material realm.''
::{| class=wikitable
|- valign=top
! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Echoes from the Otherworld''' || - || - || - || - || - || When using this weapon, the active profile corresponds to the type of spirit invoked by Anghkor through his '''Spirits of the Hunt (Aura)''' special rule during that turn. If the ability wasn't used, this weapon can't be used during that turn. Anghkor himself can't attack with this weapon, attacks made by this weapon are in addition to Anghkor Prok's attacks.
|-
|'''-Echoes of the Hawk''' || Melee || Melee || 6 || -2 || D3 || Make D3 hit rolls when attacking with this weapon.
|-
|'''-Echoes of the Hound''' || Melee || Melee || 4 || -1 || 1 || Make 4 hit rolls when attacking with this weapon.
|-
|'''-Echoes of the Knarloc''' || Melee || Melee || 5 || -2 || 2 || Make 2 hit rolls when attacking with this weapon.
|}

*'''Kroot Weapons:''' ''Weapons employed by kroot are very peculiar and mostly consist of modified, rudimentary weapons. Regardless, they are no less deadly because of this.''
::{| class=wikitable
|- valign=top
! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Eviscerator (Swipe Attack)''' || Melee || Melee || User || -1 || 1 || Each time the bearer fights, it makes 1 additional attack with this weapon.
|-
|'''Eviscerator (Pierce Attack)''' || Melee || Melee || +3 || -4 || 2 || You can only use this profile in a turn in which the bearer charged.
|-
|'''Kroot Blade''' || Melee || Melee || +1 || -2 || 1 || -
|-
|'''Kroot Rifle''' || Melee || Melee || +1 || -1 || 1 || -
|-
|'''Kroot Staff''' || Melee || Melee || +1 || 0 || 2 || -
|-
|'''Ritual Blade''' || Melee || Melee || User || -1 || 1 || If any enemy models are destroyed by this weapon, friendly {{W40kKeyword|Kindred}} units within 6" of the bearer do not have to take Morale tests in the Morale phase at that turn.
|}

*'''Kroot Beast-hunter Weapons:''' ''Beast-hunters are very peculiar in their ways and because of that each of them wields specially crafted weapons not usually employed by common kroot. Each one is deadlier than the last and turn into merciless weapons of slaughter in the hands of an expert hunter.''
::{| class=wikitable
|- valign=top
! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Barbed Whip''' || Melee || Melee || +2 || -1 || 1 || Each time the bearer fights, one (and only one) of its attacks can be made with this weapon. When the bearer fights with this weapon, make a number of hit rolls against one target unit equal to the number of models that the target unit has within 2" of the bearer.
|-
|'''Beast Mauler''' || Melee || Melee || +3 || -2 || 2 || When attacking with this weapon, you must subtract 1 from the hit roll.
|}

*'''Kroot Predators Weapons:''' ''The beastly forms of the primitive kroot are armed with weapons of their own. Fangs, talons, and teeth are all common characteristics and all equally terrifying.''
::{| class=wikitable
|- valign=top
! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Crushing Beak''' || Melee || Melee || User || -4 || 3 || -
|-
|'''Crushing Feet''' || Melee || Melee || User || -2 || 2 || Make 2 hit rolls for each attack made with this weapon, instead of 1.
|-
|'''Drill Beak''' || Melee || Melee || User || -3 || 3 || Each time the bearer fights, it can make one (and only one) attack with this weapon. This is in addition to the bearer’s attacks.
|-
|'''Kroototh Fists''' || Melee || Melee || User || -2 || 2D3 || When making an attack with this weapon, add 1 to the Damage and Ap characteristics if the Strength of the attack is at least double the target's Toughness characteristic.
|-
|'''Krootox Fists''' || Melee || Melee || User || -1 || 2 || -
|-
|'''Razor Tail''' || Melee || Melee || User || -3 || 2 || Each time the bearer fights, it can make one (and only one) attack with this weapon. Make D3 hit rolls for this attack instead of one. This is in addition to the bearer’s attacks.
|-
|'''Razor Talons''' || Melee || Melee || User || -3 || 3 || -
|-
|'''Ripping Fangs''' || Melee || Melee || User || -1 || 1 || -
|-
|'''Savage Maw''' || Melee || Melee || +2 || -2 || D3 || Each time the bearer fights, it can make one (and only one) attack with this weapon. This is in addition to the bearer’s attacks.
|-
|'''Sharp Beak and Talons''' || Melee || Melee || 5 || -2 || 1 || After a model riding a Knarloc makes its close combat attacks, you can attack with its mount. Make 2 additional attacks, using this weapon profile.
|-
|'''Sharp Limbs''' || Melee || Melee || User || -2 || 1 || Make 2 hit rolls for each attack made with this weapon, instead of 1.
|-
|'''Spiked Tail''' || Melee || Melee || User || -3 || 1 || Each time the bearer fights, it can make one (and only one) attack with this weapon. This is in addition to the bearer’s attacks.
|}

*'''Tooth of Gmork:''' ''A tooth from the Gmork, extracted from a wound of the great Vawk deep inside Pech's core. Despite the ages past, its venom still retains its otherworldly power and longs to bring a painful death to anyone daring to face the Destroyer.''
::{| class=wikitable
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! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Tooth of Gmork''' || Melee || Melee || +2 || -3 || 2 || Each time an enemy model suffers an unsaved wound from this weapon, it suffers one mortal wound in addition to the normal damage. These mortal wounds may not be negated in any way.
|}

*'''The Deboner:''' ''The pinnacle of beast-hunter weapons, the Deboner was crafted by Ghen Kath himself. This gruesome weapon has two configurations; a moment it's a bloody blade covered in pointy shards of metal, while the next the body splits into many sections, changing the structure to that of a heavy whip.''
::{| class=wikitable
|- valign=top
! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''The Deboner (ripping mode)''' || Melee || Melee || +3 || -3 || 3 || When attacking with this weapon, choose one of the two profiles, all attacks made during that phase must be done with the same profile. When attacking with this profile, you must subtract 1 from the hit roll.
|-
|'''The Deboner (slashing mode)''' || Melee || Melee || +1 || -2 || 1 || When attacking with this weapon, choose one of the two profiles, all attacks made during that phase must be done with the same profile. When the bearer fights with this profile, make a number of hit rolls against one target unit equal to the number of models that the target unit has within 2" of the bearer.
|}

===Ranged Weapons===
*'''Heavy Stubber:''' ''A weapon diffused in the whole galaxy. Its rounds are designed to impeding the enemy and assure the won't be able to retaliate.''
::{| class=wikitable
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! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Heavy Stubber''' || 36" || Heavy 3 || 4 || 0 || 1 || A unit that suffer an unsaved wound from this weapon has to subtract 1 from its hit rolls in the subsequent Fighting phase.
|}

*'''Kroot Weapons:''' ''Given they are just modified weapons, the precision of these weapons is determined by how skillful the bearer is. In this, they are the tools through which a hunter proves its worth.''
::{| class=wikitable
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! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Kroot Pistol''' || 12" || Pistol 1 || 4 || 0 || 1 || -
|-
|'''Kroot Rifle''' || 24" || Rapid Fire 1 || 4 || 0 || 1 || This weapon may be fired even if the wielder Advanced during its turn, however, it must subtract 1 from its hit rolls.
|-
|'''Dahyak's Precision Kroot Rifle''' || 36" || Heavy 2 || 6 || -2 || D3 || This weapon may target a {{W40kKeyword|Character}} even if it is not the closest enemy unit. Each time you roll a wound roll of 6+ for this weapon, the target suffers a mortal wound in addition to any other damage. If the target has the [[Codex - Blackstone Constructs: /tg/'s 9th Edition|{{W40kKeyword|Control}}]] keyword, add 1 to the damage of the attack.
|-
|'''Kroot Bolt Thrower''' || 36" || Assault D6 || 6 || -1 || 1 || -
|-
|'''Kroot Crumbler''' || 36" || Assault 1 || 8 || -1 || 2D3 || Units that suffer a hit from this weapon must halve their Movement and Advance distances until the beginning of your next turn.
|-
|'''Kroot Gun''' || 48" || Rapid Fire 1 || 7 || -1 || D3 || This weapon may be fired even if the wielder Advanced during its turn, however, it must subtract 1 from its hit rolls.
|-
|'''Heavy Kroot Gun''' || 48" || Rapid Fire 1 || 8 || -3 || 2D3 || This weapon may be fired even if the wielder Advanced during its turn, however, it must subtract 1 from its hit rolls.
|}

*'''Kroot Beast-hunter Weapons:''' ''The ranged weapons held by beast hunters are extremely precise and made to hit the prey from long distances.''
::{| class=wikitable
|- valign=top
! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Barbed Whip''' || 12" || Assault D3 || +1 || -1 || 1 || Blast.
|-
|'''Kroot Bow''' || 24" || Assault 2 || +2 || * || 1 || The AP characteristic of this weapon is equal to a third of the Strenght characteristic of its bearer, rounding down (e.g. Strenght 4 means an AP of -1).
|-
|'''Precision Kroot Rifle''' || 36" || Heavy 2 || 6 || -2 || D3 || This weapon may target a {{W40kKeyword|Character}} even if it is not the closest enemy unit. Each time you roll a wound roll of 6+ for this weapon, the target suffers a mortal wound in addition to any other damage.
|}

*'''Pulse Weapons:''' ''The common weapon found usually in T'au detachments. The fact many kroot possess one is proof of their alliance.''
::{| class=wikitable
|- valign=top
! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Pulse Blaster (Long Range)''' || 15" || Assault 2 || 4 || 0 || 1 || -
|-
|'''Pulse Blaster (Medium Range)''' || 10" || Assault 2 || 5 || -1 || 1 || -
|-
|'''Pulse Blaster (Close Range)''' || 5" || Assault 2 || 6 || -2 || 2 || -
|-
|'''Pulse Carbine''' || 18" || Assault 2 || 5 || 0 || 1 || -
|-
|'''Pulse Rifle''' || 30" || Rapid Fire 1 || 5 || 0 || 1 || -
|}

*'''Supremacy Railgun:''' ''One of the most powerful weapons found in the T'au arsenal. As allies, sometimes is possible to spot one carried by a giant Great Knarloc, although sometimes it's hard to know how exactly it has arrived there.''
::{| class=wikitable
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! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Supremacy Railgun (Submunitions)''' || 72" || Heavy 2D6 || 6 || -1 || 1 || Blast.
|-
|'''Supremacy Railgun (Soild Shot)''' || 72" || Heavy 2 || 10 || -4 || 3D3 || Each time you make a wound roll of 6+ for this weapon, the target unit suffers D3 mortal wounds in addition to the normal damage.
|}

*'''The Deboner:''' ''The whip mode of the Deboner can be used to attack preys at a distance, wounding them with the sharp razor parts.''
::{| class=wikitable
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! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''The Deboner''' || 12" || Assault D6 || +1 || -2 || 1 || Blast.
|}

===Hunting Relics===
*'''Blood of the Stalker:''' ''The kroot hunter covers itself in the blood of its prey, enhancing its abilities to stalk the enemy.''
::{{W40kKeyword|Infantry}} {{W40kKeyword|Kroot Shaper}} and {{W40kKeyword|Infantry}} {{W40kKeyword|Kroot Beast-hunter}} only. During deployment, you can set up the bearer in hiding instead of placing it on the battlefield. At the end of any of your Movement phases, the model can ambush its enemy – set it up anywhere on the battlefield that is more than D3+1" away from any enemy models and at least 3" within a piece of terrain.

*'''DNA Sample:''' ''The kroot are capable to assimilate the DNA of their prey to modify their appearance as they see fit; this kroot hunter carries a sample of genetic material to better adapt to the battle ahead.''
::{{W40kKeyword|Kroot Shaper}} and {{W40kKeyword|Kroot Beast-hunter}} only. Once per battle, at the beginning of any turn, the bearer of this Relic immediately benefits from the ''DNA Assimilation'' Stratagem, select one species and apply the desired effect. If the bearer is a {{W40kKeyword|Kroot Shaper}}, then also select one friendly {{W40kKeyword|Kroot}} unit within 6" of that model; that unit also benefits from the selected effect.

*'''Kroothawk Totem:''' ''Use in sacred rituals, this ancient totem grants the bearer the wisdom of the ancient winds.''
::{{W40kKeyword|Shaman}} only. The bearer of this relic may invoke one additional Invocation at the beginning of your Command phase, or invoke an Invocation that has already been invoked in your turn.

*'''Krootwood Heavy Bow:''' ''This heavy bow has been carved from petrified wood found in the deepest depths of Pech. The detailed carvings on its surface tell the stories of the ancient beasts hunted by the first kroot on the newborn planet. Only wielding it grants the bearer immense pride and strength.''
::This Relic replaces a '''Kroot Bow''' and has the following profile:
::{| class=wikitable
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! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Krootwood Heavy Bow''' || 36" || Heavy 2 || +3 || * || D3 || The AP characteristic of this weapon is equal to half of the Strength characteristic of its bearer, rounding down (e.g. Strength 4 means an AP of -2). A unit hit by this weapon must halve its Movement characteristic until the beginning of your next turn.
|}

*'''Mark of the Favoured Child:''' ''Individuals marked with this ritual symbol are followed by the great hunters of the past that protect them from all physical and spiritual harm.''
::The bearer of this relic gains a 4+ invulnerable save. In addition, roll a die each time the bearer suffers a wound or a mortal wound; on a 5+ that wound is ignored.

*'''Relic Blade:''' ''A sacred blade passed on to one generation of hunters to the next. It's said it can reap the soul of the victim directly from its body.''
::Model with Ritual Blade only. Add the following to that weapon’s special rule: 'This weapon always wounds on a roll of 2+, unless the target is a {{W40kKeyword|Vehicle}}. In addition, on a wound roll of 6+, this weapon inflicts D3 mortal wounds instead of the normal damage.'

*'''Scavenged Weapons:''' ''Though not native to their species, the Kroot's intelligence makes them capable of understanding these weapons and using them against their foes.''
::{{W40kKeyword|Kroot Shaper}} and {{W40kKeyword|Kroot Beast-hunter}} only. Select one of the weapons from below, the model counts as being equipped with that weapon. This Relic can be taken multiple times but can't be taken more than once for each model.
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::-'''Big Shoota''' (replaces '''Kroot Rifle''')
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! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Big Shoota''' || 36" || Assault 3 || 5 || 0 || 1 || -
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::-'''Demolition Charge'''
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::{| class=wikitable
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|-
|'''Demolition Charge''' || 6" || Grenade D6 || 8 || -3 || D3 || The bearer can only use this weapon once per battle.
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::-'''Power Sword''' (replaces '''Kroot Rifle''')
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! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Power Sword''' || Melee || Melee || +1 || -3 || 1 || -
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::-'''Shuriken Pistol''' (replaces '''Kroot Pistol''')
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::{| class=wikitable
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! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Shuriken Pistol''' || 12" || Pistol 1 || 4 || 0 || 1 || When resolving an attack made with this weapon, on a wound roll of 6+ this weapon has an Armour Penetration characteristic of -3 for that attack.
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::-'''Splinter Pistol''' (replaces '''Kroot Pistol''')
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::{| class=wikitable
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! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Splinter Pistol''' || 12" || Pistol 1 || * || 0 || 1 || This weapon wounds on a 4+, unless it is targeting a {{W40kKeyword|Vehicle}} or {{W40kKeyword|Titanic}} unit, in which case it wounds on a 6+.
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*'''Surefoot Charm:''' ''The bearers of this charm are able to call forward their kin with the swiftness and strength of the winds.''
::{{W40kKeyword|Kroot Shaper}} only. When a charge roll is made by a friendly {{W40kKeyword|Kroot}} unit that targets an enemy unit within 1" of the bearer of this relic, roll one additional D6 and discard the lowest dice. The first model you move as part of that charge must end its charge move within 1" of that enemy unit, otherwise, the charge fails and no models in the charging unit may move that phase.

===Other Wargear===
*'''Advanced Holo-sensors:''' ''This powerful set of goggles enhanced the wearer's vision to assure the hunt will be trimphant, even at long distances.''
::A model equipped with Advanced Holo-sensors has a Ballistic Skill of 2+ and doesn't suffer penalties to its hit rolls as a result of special rules such as Night Fighting or Dawn Raid. In addition, if that model has remained stationary in its previous Movement phase, it can re-roll all hit and wound rolls during the Shooting phase.

*'''Ancestors' Shield:''' ''Shield carved out of the most durable chitin shell, its solid molecular structure makes it perfect to block even the most brutal of enemy attacks.''
::A model equipped with an Ancestors' Shield has a 6+ invulnerable save. In addition, add 2 to armor saving throws made for that model.

*'''Thunderbug Grenade:''' ''The thunderbugs housed inside this small device burst into a bright light once released, blinding the prey and leaving it vulnerable to the pack's assault.''
::The Thunderbug Grenade is a ranged weapon with the following profile:
::{| class=wikitable
|- valign=top
! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Thunderbug Grenade''' || 12" || Grenade 1 || - || - || - || This weapon does not inflict any damage. Your opponent must subtract 1 from any hit rolls made for non-{{W40Kkeyword|Vehicle}}/{{W40Kkeyword|Titanic}} units that have suffered a hit from this weapon until the beginning of your next turn. In addition, a unit hit by this weapon can't be selected to fire overwatch in the following Assault phase.
|}

*'''Venom Coat:''' ''Distilled from the most dangerous poison known to the kroot, this coat of slimy fluid assures the death of anyone who touches it.''
::A model with a Venom Coat always wounds the target on a wound roll of 2+, unless the target is a {{W40Kkeyword|Vehicle}} or a {{W40Kkeyword|Titanic}} unit.

==Units==
===HQs===
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====Kroot Master Shaman====
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''Master Shamans are kroot adept in the arcane arts passed on from one generation of kindred to the next. Their talent knows no bounds, either in the material world or the place where the spirits of the old hunters reside. It is not uncommon to be at the side of Shapers and guide their decisions during the hunts.''</div>
</div>
This unit contains 1 Kroot Master Shaman ('''Power Rating: 3''').
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! Name !! M !! WS !! BS !! S !! T !! W !! A !! Ld !! Sv !! Pts/model
|-
| Kroot Master Shaman || 7" || 3+ || 4+ || 4 || 3 || 5 || 3 || 8 || 5+ || 55
|}

'''Wargear:'''
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'''-Kroot Staff'''
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|'''Kroot Staff''' || Melee || Melee || +1 || 0 || 2 || -
|}</div>
</div>
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'''-Ritual Blade'''
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! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Ritual Blade''' || Melee || Melee || User || -1 || 1 || If any enemy models are destroyed by this weapon, friendly {{W40kKeyword|Kindred}} units within 6" of the bearer do not have to take Morale tests in the Morale phase at that turn.
|}</div>
</div>

'''Special Rules:'''
<tabs>
<tab name="Aura of the Spirits">
This model has a 5+ invulnerable save.
</tab>
<tab name="Feral Hunters">
See Army Rules - Universal
</tab>
<tab name="The Wisest of Their Kind (Aura)">
{{W40kKeyword|Kindred}} units within 6" of this model may use the model’s Leadership characteristic instead of their own when taking Morale tests.
</tab>
</tabs>

'''Invocations:''' This model knows the ''Invocation of the Hunter's Beak'' and two more Invocations from the ''Invocations of the Kindred'' and/or ''Invocations of the Spirits'' lists. This model may attempt to invoke two Invocations at the beginning of your Command phase. In addition, this model can attempt to deny two psychic powers in each enemy Psychic phase.

'''Keywords:'''
*Faction: {{W40kKeyword|Kroot}}
*{{W40kKeyword|HQs}}, {{W40kKeyword|Kroot Master Shaman}}, {{W40kKeyword|Infantry}}, {{W40kKeyword|Character}}, {{W40kKeyword|Shaman}}, {{W40kKeyword|Kindred}}

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====Kroot Shaper====
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''Shapers have the duty to guide their fellow Kroot and prevent the coming of an evolutionary dead-end. they are formidable hunters and guide their kin with courage and strength.''</div>
</div>
This unit contains 1 Kroot Shaper ('''Power Rating: 2''').
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! Name !! M !! WS !! BS !! S !! T !! W !! A !! Ld !! Sv !! Pts/model
|-
| Kroot Shaper || 7" || 3+ || 4+ || 4 || 3 || 5 || 4 || 9 || 5+ || 45
|-
| Winged Kroot Shaper || 12" || 3+ || 4+ || 4 || 3 || 5 || 4 || 8 || 7+ || 50
|-
| Kroot Shaper on Knarloc || 12" || 3+ || 4+ || 4 || 4 || 6 || 4 || 8 || 4+ || 60
|}

'''Wargear (Kroot Shaper):'''
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'''-Kroot Pistol'''
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! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Kroot Pistol''' || 12" || Pistol 1 || 4 || 0 || 1 || -
|}</div>
</div>
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'''-Kroot Rifle'''
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! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Kroot Rifle''' || Melee || Melee || +1 || -1 || 1 || -
|-
|'''Kroot Rifle''' || 24" || Rapid Fire 1 || 4 || 0 || 1 || This weapon may be fired even if the wielder Advanced during its turn, however it must subtract 1 from its hit rolls.
|}</div>
</div>
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'''-Ritual Blade'''
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! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Ritual Blade''' || Melee || Melee || User || -1 || 1 || If any enemy models are destroyed by this weapon, friendly {{W40kKeyword|Kindred}} units within 6" of the bearer do not have to take Morale tests in the Morale phase at that turn.
|}</div>
</div>

'''Wargear (Winged Kroot Shaper):'''
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'''-Kroot Pistol'''
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! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Kroot Pistol''' || 12" || Pistol 1 || 4 || 0 || 1 || -
|}</div>
</div>
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'''-Kroot Rifle'''
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! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Kroot Rifle''' || Melee || Melee || +1 || -1 || 1 || -
|-
|'''Kroot Rifle''' || 24" || Rapid Fire 1 || 4 || 0 || 1 || This weapon may be fired even if the wielder Advanced during its turn, however it must subtract 1 from its hit rolls.
|}</div>
</div>
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'''-Ritual Blade'''
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! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
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|'''Ritual Blade''' || Melee || Melee || User || -2 || 1 || If any enemy models are destroyed by this weapon, friendly {{W40kKeyword|KROOT}} units within 6" of the bearer do not have to take Morale tests in the Morale phase at that turn.
|}</div>
</div>

'''Wargear (Kroot Shaper on Knarloc):'''
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'''-Kroot Pistol'''
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! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Kroot Pistol''' || 12" || Pistol 1 || 4 || 0 || 1 || -
|}</div>
</div>
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'''-Kroot Rifle'''
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! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Kroot Rifle''' || Melee || Melee || +1 || -1 || 1 || -
|-
|'''Kroot Rifle''' || 24" || Rapid Fire 1 || 4 || 0 || 1 || This weapon may be fired even if the wielder Advanced during its turn, however, it must subtract 1 from its hit rolls.
|}</div>
</div>
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'''-Ritual Blade'''
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! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Ritual Blade''' || Melee || Melee || User || -1 || 1 || If any enemy models are destroyed by this weapon, friendly {{W40kKeyword|Kindred}} units within 6" of the bearer do not have to take Morale tests in the Morale phase at that turn.
|}</div>
</div>
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'''-Sharp Beak and Talons'''
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|'''Sharp Beak and Talons''' || Melee || Melee || 5 || -2 || 1 || After a model riding a Knarloc makes its close combat attacks, you can attack with its mount. Make 2 additional attacks, using this weapon profile.
|}</div>
</div>

'''Special Rules (Kroot Shaper):'''
<tabs>
<tab name="Feral Hunters">
See Army Rules - Universal
</tab>
<tab name="Stealthy Hunters">
At the start of the first battle round but before the first turn begins, you can move this unit up to 7". It cannot end this move within 9" of any enemy models. If both players have units that are able to move at the start of the first battle round but before the first turn begins, the player who is taking the first turn moves their units first.
</tab>
<tab name="The Shaper Commands (Aura)">
Re-roll wound rolls of 1 for friendly {{W40kKeyword|Kindred}} units within 6" of this model. If a unit has both the {{W40kKeyword|Kindred}} and {{W40kKeyword|Kroot Predators}} keyword, then the bonus does not apply to attacks made with weapons from the ''Kroot Predators Weapons'' list.
</tab>
<tab name="The Wisest of Their Kind (Aura)">
{{W40kKeyword|Kindred}} units within 6" of this model may use the model’s Leadership characteristic instead of their own when taking Morale tests.
</tab>
</tabs>

'''Special Rules (Winged Kroot Shaper):'''
<tabs>
<tab name="Ambush From Above">
During deployment, you can set up this unit in the sky instead of placing it on the battlefield. At the end of any of your Movement phases, this unit can ambush its enemy – set it up anywhere on the battlefield that is more than D3+3" away from any enemy models.
</tab>
<tab name="Feral Hunters">
See Army Rules - Universal
</tab>
<tab name="The Shaper Commands (Aura)">
Re-roll wound rolls of 1 for friendly {{W40kKeyword|Kindred}} units within 6" of this model. If a unit has both the {{W40kKeyword|Kindred}} and {{W40kKeyword|Kroot Predators}} keyword, then the bonus does not apply to attacks made with weapons from the ''Kroot Predators Weapons'' list.
</tab>
<tab name="The Wisest of Their Kind (Aura)">
{{W40kKeyword|Kindred}} units within 6" of this model may use the model’s Leadership characteristic instead of their own when taking Morale tests.
</tab>
</tabs>

'''Special Rules (Kroot Shaper on Knarloc):'''
<tabs>
<tab name="Feral Hunters">
See Army Rules - Universal
</tab>
<tab name="Loping Stride">
When this unit Advances, if the result of the die is less than 3, treat it as a 3 instead.
</tab>
<tab name="The Shaper Commands (Aura)">
Re-roll wound rolls of 1 for friendly {{W40kKeyword|Kroot}} units within 6" of this model. If a unit has both the {{W40kKeyword|Kindred}} and {{W40kKeyword|Kroot Predators}} keyword, then the bonus does not apply to attacks made with weapons from the ''Kroot Predators Weapons'' list.
</tab>
<tab name="The Wisest of Their Kind (Aura)">
{{W40kKeyword|Kroot}} units within 6" of this model may use the model’s Leadership characteristic instead of their own when taking Morale tests.
</tab>
<tab name="Thunderous Pounce">
Add 1 to wound tolls made for this unit's melee attacks if this unit made a charge move this turn.
</tab>
</tabs>

'''Upgrades:'''
<tabs>
<tab name="Krootor Companion">
Each time this model fights make two additional attacks at Strength 4, Ap -2, and Damage 1, these are in addition to the model's attacks. In addition, add two wounds to this model's Wounds characteristic; these two wounds can't be recovered in any way, and once lost, remove this Upgrade from this model's profile.
</tab>
</tabs>

'''Options:'''

This model may replace its '''Kroot Rifle''' with one of the following:
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-'''Eviscerator''' - +10 pts.
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! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Eviscerator (swipe attack)''' || Melee || Melee || User || -1 || 1 || Each time the bearer fights, it makes 1 additional attack with this weapon.
|-
|'''Eviscerator (pierce attack)''' || Melee || Melee || +3 || -4 || 2 || You can only use this profile in a turn in which the bearer charged.
|}</div>
</div>
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-'''Pulse Blaster''' - free
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! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Pulse Blaster (Long Range)''' || 15" || Assault 2 || 4 || 0 || 1 || -
|-
|'''Pulse Blaster (Medium Range)''' || 10" || Assault 2 || 5 || -1 || 1 || -
|-
|'''Pulse Blaster (Close Range)''' || 5" || Assault 2 || 6 || -2 || 2 || -
|}</div>
</div>
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-'''Pulse Carbine''' - free
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! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Pulse Carbine''' || 18" || Assault 2 || 5 || 0 || 1 || -
|}</div>
</div>
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-'''Pulse Rifle''' - free
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! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Pulse Rifle''' || 30" || Rapid Fire 1 || 5 || 0 || 1 || -
|}</div>
</div>
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This model may take a '''Ancestors' Shield''' - +7 pts.
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'''Ancestors' Shield:''' A model equipped with an Ancestors' Shield has a 6+ invulnerable save. In addition, add 2 to armor saving throws made for that model.</div>
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This model may take one of the followings:

-Knarloc - +12 pts./ +1 PR

-'''Krootor Companion''' Upgrade - +5 pts.

-Wings - +5 pts./ +1 PR

'''Keywords (Kroot Shaper):'''
*Faction: {{W40kKeyword|Kroot}}
*{{W40kKeyword|HQs}}, {{W40kKeyword|Kroot Shaper}}, {{W40kKeyword|Infantry}}, {{W40kKeyword|Character}}, {{W40kKeyword|Kindred}}

'''Keywords (Winged Kroot Shaper):'''
*Faction: {{W40kKeyword|Kroot}}
*{{W40kKeyword|HQs}}, {{W40kKeyword|Kroot Shaper}}, {{W40kKeyword|Infantry}}, {{W40kKeyword|Fly}}, {{W40kKeyword|Character}}, {{W40kKeyword|Kindred}}

'''Keywords (Kroot Shaper on Knarloc):'''
*Faction: {{W40kKeyword|Kroot}}
*{{W40kKeyword|HQs}}, {{W40kKeyword|Kroot Shaper}}, {{W40kKeyword|Kroot Shaper on Knarloc}}, {{W40kKeyword|Cavalry}}, {{W40kKeyword|Character}}, {{W40kKeyword|Kindred}}, {{W40kKeyword|Kroot Predators}}

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====Ghen Kath====
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''Even since he was a young hunter, Ghen Kath had always been obsessed by his prey; he would study it day and night, drinking its secrets and sharpening his skills against it. After the initiation to Beast-hunter, his obsession only grew and with it his brutality. Now, his hunt is against the Tyranids, among the void between the stars; he claims only them can grant the knowledge to hunt every beast. "Those wretched beasts, slimy, scuttling, sacs of innards and teeth. More, more I say. Bring me more, their cold, ichory blood, so I can ascend to a new feast."''</div>
</div>
This unit contains 1 Ghen Kath ('''Power Rating: 4'''). Only one of this unit may be included in your army.
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|- valign=top
! Name !! M !! WS !! BS !! S !! T !! W !! A !! Ld !! Sv !! Pts/model
|-
| Ghen Kath || 7" || 2+ || 3+ || 5 || 3 || 3 || 5 || 8 || 4+ || 85
|}

'''Wargear:'''
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'''-The Deboner'''
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! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''The Deboner (ripping mode)''' || Melee || Melee || +3 || -3 || 3 || When attacking with this weapon, choose one of the two profiles, all attacks made during that phase must be done with the same profile. When attacking with this profile, you must subtract 1 from the hit roll.
|-
|'''The Deboner (slashing mode)''' || Melee || Melee || +1 || -2 || 1 || When attacking with this weapon, choose one of the two profiles, all attacks made during that phase must be done with the same profile. When the bearer fights with this profile, make a number of hit rolls against one target unit equal to the number of models that the target unit has within 2" of the bearer.
|-
|'''The Deboner''' || 12" || Assault D6 || +1 || -2 || 1 || Blast.
|}</div>
</div>

'''Special Rules:'''
<tabs>
<tab name="Amulet of the Hunter's Blood">
This model has a 4+ invulnerable save.
</tab>
<tab name="Beast Hunter">
Add 1 to wound rolls for attacks made by this model against {{W40kKeyword|Beast}} or {{W40kKeyword|Monster}} units. In addition, re-roll 1s to wound if the target is a {{W40kKeyword|Beast}} or {{W40kKeyword|Monster}}.
</tab>
<tab name="Feral Hunters">
See Army Rules - Universal
</tab>
<tab name="Slayer of the Void-borne">
When making an attack against a {{W40kKeyword|Tyranid}} unit, consider the Toughness characteristic of that unit as one point worse.
</tab>
</tabs>

'''Warlord Trait:''' If this model is your Warlord, it has the following Warlord Trait:
<tabs>
<tab name="Bane of Monsters">
When a {{W40kKeyword|Monster}} unit attacks this model during the Fight phase, it must halve its Strength characteristic and all saving throws made against this model's attacks (rounding up).
</tab>
</tabs>

'''Keywords:'''
*Faction: {{W40kKeyword|Kroot}}
*{{W40kKeyword|HQs}}, {{W40kKeyword|Ghen Kath}}, {{W40kKeyword|Kroot Beast-hunter}}, {{W40kKeyword|Infantry}}, {{W40kKeyword|Character}}, {{W40kKeyword|Kindred}}

===Troops===
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====Kroot Carnivores====
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''The most common of kroot kindreds. Even with their fragile-looking physique, these fearsome hunters are extremely capable and have mastered the fundamentals of hunting and mercenarism. They are a force to be reckoned with in every field.''</div>
</div>
This unit contains 10 Kroot Carnivores ('''Power Rating: 6'''). It can include up to 10 more Kroot Carnivores ('''Power Rating: +5''').
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|- valign=top
! Name !! M !! WS !! BS !! S !! T !! W !! A !! Ld !! Sv !! Pts/model
|-
| Kroot Carnivore || 7" || 3+ || 4+ || 4 || 3 || 1 || 2 || 7 || 5+ || 10
|}

'''Wargear:'''
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'''-Kroot Rifle'''
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! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Kroot Rifle''' || Melee || Melee || +1 || -1 || 1 || -
|-
|'''Kroot Rifle''' || 24" || Rapid Fire 1 || 4 || 0 || 1 || This weapon may be fired even if the wielder Advanced during its turn, however, it must subtract 1 from its hit rolls.
|}</div>
</div>

'''Special Rules:'''
<tabs>
<tab name="Feral Hunters">
See Army Rules - Universal
</tab>
<tab name="Stealthy Hunters">
At the start of the first battle round but before the first turn begins, you can move this unit up to 7". It cannot end this move within 9" of any enemy models. If both players have units that are able to move at the start of the first battle round but before the first turn begins, the player who is taking the first turn moves their units first.
</tab>
</tabs>

'''Keywords:'''
*Faction: {{W40kKeyword|Kroot}}
*{{W40kKeyword|Troops}}, {{W40kKeyword|Kroot Carnivores}}, {{W40kKeyword|Infantry}}, {{W40kKeyword|Kindred}}

===Elites===
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====Dahyak Grekh====
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
''A kroot mercenary who has entered the bowels of a Blackstone Fortress and lived. He's an expert on far-away killings and carefully placed traps. These abilities are what kept him alive inside that black tomb and that marked his figure in the lenses of the machines within.''</div>
</div>
This unit contains 1 Dahyak Grekh ('''Power Rating: 3'''). Only one of this unit may be included in your army.
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|- valign=top
! Name !! M !! WS !! BS !! S !! T !! W !! A !! Ld !! Sv !! Pts/model
|-
| Dahyak Grekh || 7" || 3+ || 2+ || 4 || 3 || 3 || 3 || 7 || 4+ || 60
|}

'''Wargear:'''
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'''-Kroot Pistol'''
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! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Kroot Pistol''' || 12" || Pistol 1 || 4 || 0 || 1 || -
|}</div>
</div>
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'''-Dahyak's Precision Kroot Rifle'''
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
{| class=wikitable
|- valign=top
! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Dahyak's Precision Kroot Rifle''' || 36" || Heavy 2 || 6 || -3 || D3 || This weapon may target a {{W40kKeyword|Character}} even if it is not the closest enemy unit. Each time you roll a wound roll of 6+ for this weapon, the target suffers a mortal wound in addition to any other damage. If the target is a [[Codex - Blackstone Constructs: /tg/'s 9th Edition|{{W40kKeyword|Blackstone Constructs}}]] {{W40kKeyword|Control}} unit, add 1 to the damage of the attack.
|}</div>
</div>

'''Special Rules:'''
<tabs>
<tab name="Concealed Booby Traps">
Once per battle, at the end of your opponent's Movement phase, you can choose an enemy unit on the battlefield and roll a D6. Subtract 1 from the result if the unit is a {{W40kKeyword|Character}} but add 1 if the unit contains 10 or more models. On a 4+ that unit suffers D3 mortal wounds; on a 7+ it suffers D6 mortal wounds instead.
</tab>
<tab name="Feral Hunters">
See Army Rules - Universal
</tab>
<tab name="Fieldcraft">
Each time a ranged attack is allocated to this model while it is receiving the benefits of cover, add an additional 1 to any armour saving throw made against that attack.
</tab>
<tab name="Quarry Can't Hide">
Each time you select a target for a weapon this model is making an attack with, no enemy model may intercept the attack in any way.
</tab>
<tab name="Tracker">
During deployment, you can set up Dahyak Grekh in pursuit instead of placing him on the battlefield. At the end of any of your Movement phase, he can reveal his hiding place and attack - set him up anywhere on the battlefield that is more than 9" away from any enemy models.
</tab>
</tabs>

'''Warlord Trait:''' If this model is your Warlord, it has the following Warlord Trait:
<tabs>
<tab name="Raider of the Blackstone Fortress">
Re-roll wound rolls of 1 against enemy [[Codex - Blackstone Constructs: /tg/'s 9th Edition|{{W40kKeyword|Blackstone Constructs}}]] units.
</tab>
</tabs>

'''Keywords:'''
*Faction: {{W40kKeyword|Kroot}}
*{{W40kKeyword|Elites}}, {{W40kKeyword|Dahyak Grekh}}, {{W40kKeyword|Infantry}}, {{W40kKeyword|Character}}, {{W40kKeyword|Kindred}}

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====Kroot Beast-hunter====
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
''A strain of kroot specialized in the hunting of great beasts and monsters. The initiation on this path of the hunter is almost seen as taboo and few are the ones that follow it. Those that do are usually mentally deranged and obsessed with killing and the dark path they go down only accentuates this warped view.''</div>
</div>
This unit contains 1 Kroot Beast-hunter ('''Power Rating: 2''').
{| class=wikitable
|- valign=top
! Name !! M !! WS !! BS !! S !! T !! W !! A !! Ld !! Sv !! Pts/model
|-
| Kroot Beast-hunter || 7" || 2+ || 3+ || 4 || 3 || 3 || 4 || 7 || 4+ || 40
|-
| Kroot Beast-hunter on Knarloc || 12" || 2+ || 3+ || 4 || 4 || 4 || 4 || 7 || 4+ || 70
|}

'''Wargear (Kroot Beast-hunter):'''
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'''-Kroot Blade'''
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{| class=wikitable
|- valign=top
! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Kroot Blade''' || Melee || Melee || +1 || -2 || 1 || -
|}</div>
</div>
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'''-Kroot Pistol'''
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
{| class=wikitable
|- valign=top
! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Kroot Pistol''' || 12" || Pistol 1 || 4 || 0 || 1 || -
|}</div>
</div>
<div class="toccolours mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="100%">
'''-Kroot Rifle'''
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
{| class=wikitable
|- valign=top
! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Kroot Rifle''' || Melee || Melee || +1 || -1 || 1 || -
|-
|'''Kroot Rifle''' || 24" || Rapid Fire 1 || 4 || 0 || 1 || This weapon may be fired even if the wielder Advanced during its turn, however, it must subtract 1 from its hit rolls.
|}</div>
</div>

'''Wargear (Kroot Beast-hunter on Knarloc):'''
<div class="toccolours mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="100%">
'''-Kroot Blade'''
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
{| class=wikitable
|- valign=top
! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Kroot Blade''' || Melee || Melee || +1 || -2 || 1 || -
|}</div>
</div>
<div class="toccolours mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="100%">
'''-Kroot Pistol'''
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
{| class=wikitable
|- valign=top
! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Kroot Pistol''' || 12" || Pistol 1 || 4 || 0 || 1 || -
|}</div>
</div>
<div class="toccolours mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="100%">
'''-Kroot Rifle'''
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
{| class=wikitable
|- valign=top
! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Kroot Rifle''' || Melee || Melee || +1 || -1 || 1 || -
|-
|'''Kroot Rifle''' || 24" || Rapid Fire 1 || 4 || 0 || 1 || This weapon may be fired even if the wielder Advanced during its turn, however it must subtract 1 from its hit rolls.
|}</div>
</div>
<div class="toccolours mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="100%">
'''-Sharp Beak and Talons'''
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
{| class=wikitable
|- valign=top
! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Sharp Beak and Talons''' || Melee || Melee || 5 || -2 || 1 || After a model riding a Knarloc makes its close combat attacks, you can attack with its mount. Make 2 additional attacks, using this weapon profile.
|}</div>
</div>

'''Special Rules (Kroot Beast-hunter):'''
<tabs>
<tab name="Beast Hunter">
Add 1 to wound rolls for attacks made by this model against {{W40kKeyword|Beast}} or {{W40kKeyword|Monster}} units. In addition, re-roll 1s to wound if the target is a {{W40kKeyword|Beast}} or {{W40kKeyword|Monster}}. This does not apply to the attacks made by the Sharp Beak and Talons.
</tab>
<tab name="Feral Hunters">
See Army Rules - Universal
</tab>
</tabs>

'''Special Rules (Kroot Beast-hunter on Knarloc):'''
<tabs>
<tab name="Beast Hunter">
Add 1 to wound rolls for attacks made by this model against {{W40kKeyword|Beast}} or {{W40kKeyword|Monster}} units. In addition, re-roll 1s to wound if the target is a {{W40kKeyword|Beast}} or {{W40kKeyword|Monster}}. This does not apply to the attacks made by the Sharp Beak and Talons.
</tab>
<tab name="Feral Hunters">
See Army Rules - Universal
</tab>
<tab name="Loping Stride">
When this unit Advances, if the result of the die is less than 3, treat it as a 3 instead.
</tab>
<tab name="Thunderous Pounce">
Add 1 to wound tolls made for this unit's melee attacks if this unit made a charge move this turn.
</tab>
</tabs>

'''Upgrades:'''
<tabs>
<tab name="Krootor Companion">
Each time this model fights make two additional attacks at Strength 4, Ap -2, and Damage 1, these are in addition to the model's attacks. In addition, add two wounds to this model's Wounds characteristic; these two wounds can't be recovered in any way, and once lost, remove this Upgrade from this model's profile.
</tab>
</tabs>

'''Options:'''
<div class="toccolours mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="100%">
This model may take up to two items from the ''Beast-hunter Equipment'' list.
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
<div class="toccolours mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="100%">
-'''Advanced Holo-sensors''' - +7 pts.
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
'''Advanced Holo-sensors:''' A model equipped with Advanced Holo-sensors has a Ballistic Skill of 2+ and doesn't suffer penalties to its hit rolls as a result of special rules such as Night Fighting or Dawn Raid. In addition, if that model has remained stationary in its previous Movement phase, it can re-roll all hit and wound rolls during the Shooting phase.</div>
</div>
<div class="toccolours mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="100%">
-'''Barbed Whip''' - +5 pts. (replaces '''Kroot Blade''' or '''Kroot Rifle''')
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
{| class=wikitable
|- valign=top
! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Barbed Whip''' || Melee || Melee || +1 || -1 || 1 || Each time the bearer fights, one (and only one) of its attacks can be made with this weapon. When the bearer fights with this weapon, make a number of hit rolls against one target unit equal to the number of models that the target unit has within 2" of the bearer.
|-
|'''Barbed Whip''' || 12" || Assault D3 || +1 || -1 || 1 || Blast.
|}</div>
</div>
<div class="toccolours mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="100%">
-'''Beast Mauler''' - +8 pts. (replaces '''Kroot Blade''' or '''Kroot Rifle''')
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
{| class=wikitable
|- valign=top
! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Beast Mauler''' || Melee || Melee || +3 || -2 || 2 || When attacking with this weapon, you must subtract 1 from the hit roll.
|}</div>
</div>
<div class="toccolours mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="100%">
-'''Kroot Bow''' - +3 pts. (replaces '''Kroot Blade''' or '''Kroot Rifle''')
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
{| class=wikitable
|- valign=top
! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Kroot Bow''' || 24" || Assault 2 || +2 || * || 1 || The AP characteristic of this weapon is equal to a third of the Strenght characteristic of its bearer, rounding down (e.g. Strenght 4 means an AP of -1).
|}</div>
</div>
<div class="toccolours mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="100%">
-'''Precision Kroot Rifle''' - +7 pts. (replaces '''Kroot Blade''' or '''Kroot Rifle''')
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
{| class=wikitable
|- valign=top
! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Precision Kroot Rifle''' || 36" || Heavy 2 || 6 || -2 || D3 || This weapon may target a {{W40kKeyword|Character}} even if it is not the closest enemy unit. Each time you roll a wound roll of 6+ for this weapon, the target suffers a mortal wound in addition to any other damage.
|}</div>
</div>
<div class="toccolours mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="100%">
-'''Thunderbug Grenade''' - +5 pts.
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
{| class=wikitable
|- valign=top
! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Thunderbug Grenade''' || 12" || Grenade 1 || - || - || - || This weapon does not inflict any damage. Your opponent must subtract 1 from any hit rolls made for non-{{W40Kkeyword|Vehicle}}/{{W40Kkeyword|Titanic}} units that have suffered a hit from this weapon until the beginning of your next turn. In addition, a unit hit by this weapon can't be selected to fire overwatch in the following Assault phase.
|}</div>
</div>
<div class="toccolours mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="100%">
-'''Venom Coat''' - +6 pts.
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
'''Venom Coat:''' A model with a Venom Coat always wounds the target on a wound roll of 2+, unless the target is a {{W40Kkeyword|Vehicle}} or a {{W40Kkeyword|Titanic}} unit.</div>
</div></div>
</div>
<div class="toccolours mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="100%">
This model may replace its '''Kroot Rifle''' with an '''Eviscerator''' - +10 pts.
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
{| class=wikitable
|- valign=top
! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Eviscerator (swipe attack)''' || Melee || Melee || User || -1 || 1 || Each time the bearer fights, it makes 1 additional attack with this weapon.
|-
|'''Eviscerator (pierce attack)''' || Melee || Melee || +3 || -4 || 2 || You can only use this profile in a turn in which the bearer charged.
|}</div>
</div>
<div class="toccolours mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="100%">
This model may take a '''Ancestors' Shield''' - +7 pts.
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
'''Ancestors' Shield:''' A model equipped with an Ancestors' Shield has a 6+ invulnerable save. In addition, add 2 to armor saving throws made for that model.</div>
</div>
This model may take one of the followings:

-Knarloc - +12 pts./ +1 PR

-'''Krootor Companion''' Upgrade - +5 pts.

'''Keywords (Kroot Beast-hunter):'''
*Faction: {{W40kKeyword|Kroot}}
*{{W40kKeyword|Elites}}, {{W40kKeyword|Kroot Beast-hunter}}, {{W40kKeyword|Infantry}}, {{W40kKeyword|Character}}, {{W40kKeyword|Kindred}}

'''Keywords (Kroot Beast-hunter on Knarloc):'''
*Faction: {{W40kKeyword|Kroot}}
*{{W40kKeyword|Elites}}, {{W40kKeyword|Kroot Beast-hunter}}, {{W40kKeyword|Kroot Beast-hunter on Knarloc}}, {{W40kKeyword|Cavalry}}, {{W40kKeyword|Character}}, {{W40kKeyword|Kindred}}, {{W40kKeyword|Kroot Predators}}

<div class="toccolours mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="100%">
====Kroot Shaman====
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
''Kroot Shamans channel the spirits of the dead kindreds to aid their kin into battle. Their wear isn't as light and made for movement like that of other members of their species and they often carry the weight of the numerous talismans and relics that grant them their great strength. Even though they don't seem to be made for combat, they are an integral part of a kroot tribe and they should never be underestimated.''</div>
</div>
This unit contains 1 Kroot Shaman ('''Power Rating: 2''').
{| class=wikitable
|- valign=top
! Name !! M !! WS !! BS !! S !! T !! W !! A !! Ld !! Sv !! Pts/model
|-
| Kroot Shaman || 7" || 3+ || 4+ || 4 || 3 || 3 || 1 || 7 || 5+ || 35
|}

'''Wargear:'''
<div class="toccolours mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="100%">
'''-Kroot Staff'''
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
{| class=wikitable
|- valign=top
! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Kroot Staff''' || Melee || Melee || +1 || 0 || 2 || -
|}</div>
</div>
<div class="toccolours mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="100%">
'''-Ritual Blade'''
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
{| class=wikitable
|- valign=top
! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Ritual Blade''' || Melee || Melee || User || -1 || 1 || If any enemy models are destroyed by this weapon, friendly {{W40kKeyword|Kindred}} units within 6" of the bearer do not have to take Morale tests in the Morale phase at that turn.
|}</div>
</div>

'''Special Rules:'''
<tabs>
<tab name="Aura of the Spirits">
This model has a 5+ invulnerable save.
</tab>
<tab name="Feral Hunters">
See Army Rules - Universal
</tab>
</tabs>

'''Invocations:''' This model knows the ''Invocation of the Hunter's Beak'' and one more Invocation from the ''Invocations of the Kindred'' list. This model may attempt to invoke one Invocation at the beginning of your Command phase. In addition, this model can attempt to deny two psychic powers in each enemy Psychic phase.

'''Keywords:'''
*Faction: {{W40kKeyword|Kroot}}
*{{W40kKeyword|Elites}}, {{W40kKeyword|Kroot Shaman}}, {{W40kKeyword|Infantry}}, {{W40kKeyword|Character}}, {{W40kKeyword|Shaman}}, {{W40kKeyword|Kindred}}

<div class="toccolours mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="100%">
====Krootox Riders====
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
''Mounting the ferocious Krootox, these carnivores advanced towards the enemy with the same confidence the other species have when riding in their armored vehicles. Although slow in movements and reaction, these beast are excellent at carrying heavy weaponry, and even in close combat one can see what just one specimen is able to achieve.''</div>
</div>
This unit contains 1 Krootox Rider ('''Power Rating: 3'''). It can include 1 additional Krootox Rider ('''Power Rating: +3'''), 2 aditional Krootox Riders ('''Power Rating: +6'''), 3 aditional Krootox Riders ('''Power Rating: +9''') or 4 aditional Krootox Riders ('''Power Rating: +12''').
{| class=wikitable
|- valign=top
! Name !! M !! WS !! BS !! S !! T !! W !! A !! Ld !! Sv !! Pts/model
|-
| Krootox Rider || 6" || 3+ || 4+ || 6 || 5 || 4 || 3 || 6 || 4+ || 50
|}

'''Wargear:'''
<div class="toccolours mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="100%">
'''-Kroot Gun'''
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
{| class=wikitable
|- valign=top
! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Kroot Gun''' || 48" || Rapid Fire 1 || 7 || -1 || D3 || This weapon may be fired even if the wielder Advanced during its turn, however, it must subtract 1 from its hit rolls.
|}</div>
</div>
<div class="toccolours mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="100%">
'''-Krootox Fist'''
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
{| class=wikitable
|- valign=top
! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Krootox Fists''' || Melee || Melee || User || -1 || 2 || -
|}</div>
</div>

'''Special Rules:'''
<tabs>
<tab name="Agile Brute">
When this unit Advances, add 6" to its Move for that Movement phase instead of rolling a D6.
</tab>
<tab name="Feral Hunters">
See Army Rules - Universal
</tab>
</tabs>

'''Options:'''
<div class="toccolours mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="100%">
Any model may replace its '''Kroot Gun''' with a '''Kroot Bolt Thrower''' - +5 pts.
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
{| class=wikitable
|- valign=top
! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Kroot Bolt Thrower''' || 36" || Assault D6 || 6 || -1 || 1 || -
|}</div>
</div>

'''Keywords:'''
*Faction: {{W40kKeyword|Kroot}}
*{{W40kKeyword|Elites}}, {{W40kKeyword|Krootox Rider}}, {{W40kKeyword|Cavalry}}, {{W40kKeyword|Kroot Predators}}

<div class="toccolours mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="100%">
====Tribal Guards====
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
''The proud guards of the shapers and shamans of their tribe, these kroot soldiers are ready to lose their life to save that of the one to guide them. Even if it may seem primitive, the shields wielded by these protectors are made out of the most durable of substances known to krootkind and even the blades they held proudly in the air are as sharp as the weapons of any other species.''</div>
</div>
This unit contains 2 Tribal Guards ('''Power Rating: 3''').
{| class=wikitable
|- valign=top
! Name !! M !! WS !! BS !! S !! T !! W !! A !! Ld !! Sv !! Pts/model
|-
| Tribal Guard || 7" || 3+ || 4+ || 4 || 3 || 2 || 3 || 7 || 4+ || 28
|-
| Tribal Guard on Knarloc || 12" || 3+ || 4+ || 4 || 4 || 3 || 3 || 7 || 4+ || 40
|}

'''Wargear (Tribal Guard):'''
<div class="toccolours mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="100%">
'''-Kroot Blade'''
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
{| class=wikitable
|- valign=top
! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Kroot Blade''' || Melee || Melee || +1 || -2 || 1 || -
|}</div>
</div>
<div class="toccolours mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="100%">
'''-Ancestors' Shield'''
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
'''Ancestors' Shield:''' A model equipped with an Ancestors' Shield has a 6+ invulnerable save. In addition, add 2 to armor saving throws made for that model.</div>
</div>

'''Wargear (Tribal Guard on Knarloc):'''
<div class="toccolours mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="100%">
'''-Kroot Blade'''
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
{| class=wikitable
|- valign=top
! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Kroot Blade''' || Melee || Melee || +1 || -2 || 1 || -
|}</div>
</div>
<div class="toccolours mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="100%">
'''-Ancestors' Shield'''
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
'''Ancestors' Shield:''' A model equipped with an Ancestors' Shield has a 6+ invulnerable save. In addition, add 2 to armor saving throws made for that model.</div>
</div>
<div class="toccolours mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="100%">
'''-Sharp Beak and Talons'''
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
{| class=wikitable
|- valign=top
! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Sharp Beak and Talons''' || Melee || Melee || 5 || -2 || 1 || After a model riding a Knarloc makes its close combat attacks, you can attack with its mount. Make 2 additional attacks, using this weapon profile.
|}</div>
</div>

'''Special Rules (Tribal Guard):'''
<tabs>
<tab name="Feral Hunters">
See Army Rules - Universal
</tab>
<tab name="The Pack's Shield (Aura)">
Roll a D6 each time a friendly {{W40kKeyword|Kroot}} {{W40kKeyword|Character}} loses a wound whilst they are within 3" of this unit; on a 2+ a model from this unit can intercept that hit - the character does not lose a wound but this unit suffers a mortal wound. Then, roll a die for each mortal wound it suffers from this rule; on a 6+ it does not lose that wound.
</tab>
</tabs>

'''Special Rules (Tribal Guard on Knarloc):'''
<tabs>
<tab name="Feral Hunters">
See Army Rules - Universal
</tab>
<tab name="Loping Stride">
When this unit Advances, if the result of the die is less than 3, treat it as a 3 instead.
</tab>
<tab name="The Pack's Shield (Aura)">
Roll a D6 each time a friendly {{W40kKeyword|Kroot}} {{W40kKeyword|Character}} loses a wound whilst they are within 3" of this unit; on a 2+ a model from this unit can intercept that hit - the character does not lose a wound but this unit suffers a mortal wound. Then, roll a die for each mortal wound it suffers from this rule; on a 6+ it does not lose that wound.
</tab>
<tab name="Thunderous Pounce">
Add 1 to wound tolls made for this unit's melee attacks if this unit made a charge move this turn.
</tab>
</tabs>

'''Options:'''

These models may ride a Knarloc - +24 pts./+1 PR

'''Keywords (Tribal Guard):'''
*Faction: {{W40kKeyword|Kroot}}
*{{W40kKeyword|Elites}}, {{W40kKeyword|Tribal Guard}}, {{W40kKeyword|Infantry}}, {{W40kKeyword|Kindred}}

'''Keywords (Tribal Guard on Knarloc):'''
*Faction: {{W40kKeyword|Kroot}}
*{{W40kKeyword|Elites}}, {{W40kKeyword|Tribal Guard}}, {{W40kKeyword|Tribal Guard on Knarloc}}, {{W40kKeyword|Cavalry}}, {{W40kKeyword|Kindred}}, {{W40kKeyword|Kroot Predators}}

===Fast Attacks===
<div class="toccolours mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="100%">
====Knarloc Riders====
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
''Natives of the lush world of Pech, Knarlocs are powerful and agile creatures that find many purposes in the life of a kindred. They are often used as a transport method for kroot and light materials but also have a use during the many hunts they take part in. With their agility, no prey is safe against them, and when they find their target, their thunderous pounce is sure to finish them quickly.''</div>
</div>
This unit contains 3 Knarloc Riders ('''Power Rating: 5'''). It can include up to 3 more Knarloc Riders ('''Power Rating: +5''') or up to 6 more Knarloc Riders ('''Power Rating: +10''').
{| class=wikitable
|- valign=top
! Name !! M !! WS !! BS !! S !! T !! W !! A !! Ld !! Sv !! Pts/model
|-
| Knarloc Rider || 12" || 3+ || 4+ || 4 || 4 || 4 || 2 || 6 || 4+ || 35
|}

'''Wargear:'''
<div class="toccolours mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="100%">
'''-Kroot Rifle'''
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
{| class=wikitable
|- valign=top
! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Kroot Rifle''' || Melee || Melee || +1 || -1 || 1 || -
|-
|'''Kroot Rifle''' || 24" || Rapid Fire 1 || 4 || 0 || 1 || This weapon may be fired even if the wielder Advanced during its turn, however, it must subtract 1 from its hit rolls.
|}</div>
</div>
<div class="toccolours mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="100%">
'''-Sharp Beak and Talons'''
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
{| class=wikitable
|- valign=top
! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Sharp Beak and Talons''' || Melee || Melee || 5 || -2 || 1 || After a model riding a Knarloc makes its close combat attacks, you can attack with its mount. Make 2 additional attacks, using this weapon profile.
|}</div>
</div>

'''Special Rules:'''
<tabs>
<tab name="Feral Hunters">
See Army Rules - Universal
</tab>
<tab name="Loping Stride">
When this unit Advances, if the result of the die is less than 3, treat it as a 3 instead.
</tab>
<tab name="Thunderous Pounce">
Add 1 to wound tolls made for this unit's melee attacks if this unit made a charge move this turn.
</tab>
</tabs>

'''Options:'''

Any model in the unit may replace its '''Kroot Rifle''' with one of the following:
<div class="toccolours mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="100%">
-'''Eviscerator''' - +10 pts.
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
{| class=wikitable
|- valign=top
! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Eviscerator (swipe attack)''' || Melee || Melee || User || -1 || 1 || Each time the bearer fights, it makes 1 additional attack with this weapon.
|-
|'''Eviscerator (pierce attack)''' || Melee || Melee || +3 || -4 || 2 || You can only use this profile in a turn in which the bearer charged.
|}</div>
</div>
<div class="toccolours mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="100%">
-'''Pulse Blaster''' - free
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
{| class=wikitable
|- valign=top
! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Pulse Blaster (Long Range)''' || 15" || Assault 2 || 4 || 0 || 1 || -
|-
|'''Pulse Blaster (Medium Range)''' || 10" || Assault 2 || 5 || -1 || 1 || -
|-
|'''Pulse Blaster (Close Range)''' || 5" || Assault 2 || 6 || -2 || 2 || -
|}</div>
</div>
<div class="toccolours mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="100%">
-'''Pulse Carbine''' - free
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
{| class=wikitable
|- valign=top
! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Pulse Carbine''' || 18" || Assault 2 || 5 || 0 || 1 || -
|}</div>
</div>
<div class="toccolours mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="100%">
-'''Pulse Rifle''' - free
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
{| class=wikitable
|- valign=top
! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Pulse Rifle''' || 30" || Rapid Fire 1 || 5 || 0 || 1 || -
|}</div>
</div>

'''Keywords:'''
*Faction: {{W40kKeyword|Kroot}}
*{{W40kKeyword|Fast Attacks}}, {{W40kKeyword|Knarloc Riders}}, {{W40kKeyword|Cavalry}}, {{W40kKeyword|Kindred}}, {{W40kKeyword|Kroot Predators}}

<div class="toccolours mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="100%">
====Kroot Hounds====
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
''Loyal bloodhound from generations, these creatures of a fine sense of smell are excellent at tracking down a wounded prey or hidden target and their flexibility in uses makes them the perfect companion for lone hunters and hunting packs alike.''</div>
</div>
This unit contains 5 Kroot Hounds ('''Power Rating: 1'''). It can include up to 5 more Kroot Hounds ('''Power Rating: +1'''), up to 10 more Kroot Hounds ('''Power Rating: +2'''), up to 15 more Kroot Hounds ('''Power Rating: +3'''), up to 20 more Kroot Hounds ('''Power Rating: +4''') or up to 25 more Kroot Hounds ('''Power Rating: +5''').
{| class=wikitable
|- valign=top
! Name !! M !! WS !! BS !! S !! T !! W !! A !! Ld !! Sv !! Pts/model
|-
| Kroot Hound || 12" || 3+ || - || 3 || 3 || 1 || 2 || 5 || 6+ || 4
|-
| Kroot Handler on Knarloc || 12" || 3+ || 4+ || 4 || 4 || 4 || 2 || 7 || 4+ || 30
|}

'''Wargear (Kroot Hound):'''
<div class="toccolours mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="100%">
'''-Ripping Fangs'''
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
{| class=wikitable
|- valign=top
! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Ripping Fangs''' || Melee || Melee || User || -1 || 1 || -
|}</div>
</div>

'''Wargear (Kroot Handler on Knarloc):'''
<div class="toccolours mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="100%">
'''-Kroot Rifle'''
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
{| class=wikitable
|- valign=top
! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Kroot Rifle''' || Melee || Melee || +1 || -1 || 1 || -
|-
|'''Kroot Rifle''' || 24" || Rapid Fire 1 || 4 || 0 || 1 || This weapon may be fired even if the wielder Advanced during its turn, however, it must subtract 1 from its hit rolls.
|}</div>
</div>
<div class="toccolours mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="100%">
'''-Sharp Beak and Talons'''
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
{| class=wikitable
|- valign=top
! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Sharp Beak and Talons''' || Melee || Melee || 5 || -2 || 1 || After a model riding a Knarloc makes its close combat attacks, you can attack with its mount. Make 2 additional attacks, using this weapon profile.
|}</div>
</div>

'''Special Rules (Kroot Hound):'''
<tabs>
<tab name="Feral Hunters">
See Army Rules - Universal
</tab>
<tab name="Loping Stride">
When this unit Advances, if the result of the die is less than 3, treat it as a 3 instead.
</tab>
<tab name="Voracious Predators">
You can re-roll failed charge and wound rolls for this unit when targeting a unit that has suffered any unsaved wounds this turn.
</tab>
</tabs>

'''Special Rules (Kroot Handler on Knarloc):'''
<tabs>
<tab name="Feral Hunters">
See Army Rules - Universal
</tab>
<tab name="Hound Leader">
As long as this model is alive, each time this unit fails a Morale test only one model flees.
</tab>
<tab name="Loping Stride">
When this unit Advances, if the result of the die is less than 3, treat it as a 3 instead.
</tab>
<tab name="Thunderous Pounce">
Add 1 to wound tolls made for this unit's melee attacks if this unit made a charge move this turn.
</tab>
</tabs>

'''Options:'''

This unit may include a Kroot Handler on Knarloc - +30 pts.

The Kroot Handler on Knarloc may replace its '''Kroot Rifle''' with one of the following:
<div class="toccolours mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="100%">
-'''Eviscerator''' - +10 pts.
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
{| class=wikitable
|- valign=top
! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Eviscerator (swipe attack)''' || Melee || Melee || User || -1 || 1 || Each time the bearer fights, it makes 1 additional attack with this weapon.
|-
|'''Eviscerator (pierce attack)''' || Melee || Melee || +3 || -4 || 2 || You can only use this profile in a turn in which the bearer charged.
|}</div>
</div>
<div class="toccolours mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="100%">
-'''Pulse Blaster''' - free
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
{| class=wikitable
|- valign=top
! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Pulse Blaster (Long Range)''' || 15" || Assault 2 || 4 || 0 || 1 || -
|-
|'''Pulse Blaster (Medium Range)''' || 10" || Assault 2 || 5 || -1 || 1 || -
|-
|'''Pulse Blaster (Close Range)''' || 5" || Assault 2 || 6 || -2 || 2 || -
|}</div>
</div>
<div class="toccolours mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="100%">
-'''Pulse Carbine''' - free
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
{| class=wikitable
|- valign=top
! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Pulse Carbine''' || 18" || Assault 2 || 5 || 0 || 1 || -
|}</div>
</div>
<div class="toccolours mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="100%">
-'''Pulse Rifle''' - free
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
{| class=wikitable
|- valign=top
! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Pulse Rifle''' || 30" || Rapid Fire 1 || 5 || 0 || 1 || -
|}</div>
</div>

'''Keywords (Kroot Hound):'''
*Faction: {{W40kKeyword|Kroot}}
*{{W40kKeyword|Fast Attacks}}, {{W40kKeyword|Kroot Hounds}}, {{W40kKeyword|Beast}}, {{W40kKeyword|Kroot Predators}}

'''Keywords (Kroot Handler on Knarloc):'''
*Faction: {{W40kKeyword|Kroot}}
*{{W40kKeyword|Fast Attacks}}, {{W40kKeyword|Kroot Handler on Knarloc}}, {{W40kKeyword|Cavalry}}, {{W40kKeyword|Character}}, {{W40kKeyword|Kindred}}, {{W40kKeyword|Kroot Predators}}

<div class="toccolours mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="100%">
====Kroot Hound Alpha====
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
''When free in the wilderness, kroot hounds packs are lead by a fearsome alpha hound who rules over his underlings with ferocity and might. Although rare to capture and contain, if taken on a battlefield he'll surely find his use charging into the enemy ranks with swarm of lesser creatures nearby.''</div>
</div>
This unit contains 1 Kroot Hound Alpha ('''Power Rating: 2''').
{| class=wikitable
|- valign=top
! Name !! M !! WS !! BS !! S !! T !! W !! A !! Ld !! Sv !! Pts/model
|-
| Kroot Hound Alpha || 12" || 3+ || - || 4 || 4 || 4 || 4 || 6 || 5+ || 40
|-
|}

'''Wargear:'''
<div class="toccolours mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="100%">
'''-Ripping Claws'''
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
{| class=wikitable
|- valign=top
! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Ripping Claws''' || Melee || Melee || User || -1 || 1 || -
|}</div>
</div>

<div class="toccolours mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="100%">
'''-Savage Maw'''
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
{| class=wikitable
|- valign=top
! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Savage Maw''' || Melee || Melee || +2 || -2 || D3 || Each time the bearer fights, it can make one (and only one) attack with this weapon. This is in addition to the bearer’s attacks.
|}</div>
</div>

'''Special Rules:'''
<tabs>
<tab name="Feral Hunters">
See Army Rules - Universal
</tab>
<tab name="Leader of the Pack">
You can re-roll failed hit rolls for friendly {{W40kKeyword|Kroot Hounds}} units within 12" in a turn in which they charged, were charged, or performed a heroic intervention.
</tab>
<tab name="Loping Stride">
When this unit Advances, if the result of the die is less than 3, treat it as a 3 instead.
</tab>
<tab name="Voracious Predators">
You can re-roll failed charge and wound rolls for this unit when targeting a unit that has suffered any unsaved wounds this turn.
</tab>
</tabs>

'''Keywords:'''
*Faction: {{W40kKeyword|Kroot}}
*{{W40kKeyword|Fast Attacks}}, {{W40kKeyword|Beast}}, {{W40kKeyword|Kroot Predators}}, {{W40kKeyword|Kroot Hound Alpha}}

<div class="toccolours mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="100%">
====Vultures Flock====
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
''A winged variant of the normal carnivore. Although the kroot have long since lost their ability to fly, this small group of individuals has adapted to function as a vanguard or strike force, able to deploy quickly in any type of situation.''</div>
</div> [[File:Winged_Kroot_Carnivore.jpg|thumb|150px|Credits to [https://www.reddit.com/user/Squarkage Squarkage]]]
This unit contains 5 Vultures ('''Power Rating: 4'''). It can include up to 5 more Vultures ('''Power Rating: +4''') or up to 10 more Vultures ('''Power Rating: +8''').
{| class=wikitable
|- valign=top
! Name !! M !! WS !! BS !! S !! T !! W !! A !! Ld !! Sv !! Pts/model
|-
| Vulture || 12" || 3+ || 4+ || 4 || 3 || 1 || 2 || 6 || 7+ || 15
|}

'''Wargear:'''
<div class="toccolours mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="100%">
'''-Kroot Rifle'''
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
{| class=wikitable
|- valign=top
! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Kroot Rifle''' || Melee || Melee || +1 || -1 || 1 || -
|-
|'''Kroot Rifle''' || 24" || Rapid Fire 1 || 4 || 0 || 1 || This weapon may be fired even if the wielder Advanced during its turn, however, it must subtract 1 from its hit rolls.
|}</div>
</div>

'''Special Rules:'''
<tabs>
<tab name="Ambush From Above">
During deployment, you can set up this unit in the sky instead of placing it on the battlefield. At the end of any of your Movement phases, this unit can ambush its enemy – set it up anywhere on the battlefield that is more than D3+3" away from any enemy models.
</tab>
<tab name="Feral Hunters">
See Army Rules - Universal
</tab>
</tabs>

'''Keywords:'''
*Faction: {{W40kKeyword|Kroot}}
*{{W40kKeyword|Fast Attacks}}, {{W40kKeyword|Vultures}}, {{W40kKeyword|Infantry}}, {{W40kKeyword|Fly}}, {{W40kKeyword|Kindred}}

===Heavy Supports===
<div class="toccolours mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="100%">
====Cerakrootian Herd====
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
''A lesser-known variant of the kroot gene, the cerakrootian is actually a herbivore often found in herd. Since Kroot tribes are omnivore and deeply submerged in a hunting culture, these beasts are rarely ever eaten, if not for desperation or to acquire particularly useful genes; their purpose is to carry heavy equipment for the kindred during a hunt or difficult conflict.''</div>
</div> [[File:Cerakrootian.jpg|thumb|300px|Credits to [https://www.reddit.com/user/the_thinking_gnu/ The Thinking Gnu]]]
This unit contains 1 Cerakrootian ('''Power Rating: 5'''). It can include 1 additional Cerakrootian ('''Power Rating: +5''') or 2 additional Cerakrootians ('''Power Rating: +10''').
{| class=wikitable
|- valign=top
! Name !! M !! WS !! BS !! S !! T !! W !! A !! Ld !! Sv !! Pts/model
|-
| Cerakrootian || 5" || 4+ || 4+ || 5 || 7 || 9 || 2 || 6 || 4+ || 90
|}

'''Wargear:'''
<div class="toccolours mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="100%">
'''-Crushing Feet'''
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
{| class=wikitable
|- valign=top
! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Crushing Feet''' || Melee || Melee || User || -2 || 2 || Make 2 hit rolls for each attack made with this weapon, instead of 1.
|}</div>
</div>
<div class="toccolours mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="100%">
'''-Kroot Gun'''
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
{| class=wikitable
|- valign=top
! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Kroot Gun''' || 48" || Rapid Fire 1 || 7 || -1 || D3 || This weapon may be fired even if the wielder Advanced during its turn, however, it must subtract 1 from its hit rolls.
|}</div>
</div>

'''Special Rules:'''
<tabs>
<tab name="Feral Hunters">
See Army Rules - Universal
</tab>
<tab name="Shield Generator">
This model has a 5+ invulnerable save. In addition, friendly {{W40kKeyword|Kroot}} {{W40kKeyword|Infantry}}, {{W40kKeyword|Beast}} and {{W40kKeyword|Cavalry}} units within 6" of this model gain a 5+ invulnerable save.
</tab>
<tab name="Steady Advance">
This model doesn't suffer any penalties for moving through Difficult Ground.
</tab>
<tab name="Support Herd">
The first time this unit is set up on the battlefield, all of its models must be placed within 6" of at least one other model in their unit. From that point onwards, each operates independently and is treated as a separate unit.
</tab>
</tabs>

'''Upgrades:'''
<tabs>
<tab name="Baggage Harness (Aura)">
While a friendly {{W40kKeyword|Kroot}} unit is within 6" of this model, each time a model in that unit makes a ranged attack, an unmodified hit roll of 6 scores 1 additional hit.
</tab>
</tabs>

'''Options:'''

Any model may take the '''Baggage Harness''' upgrade - +5 pts.

'''Keywords:'''
*Faction: {{W40kKeyword|Kroot}}
*{{W40kKeyword|Heavy Supports}}, {{W40kKeyword|Cerakrootian}}, {{W40kKeyword|Monster}}, {{W40kKeyword|Kindred}}, {{W40kKeyword|Kroot Predators}}

<div class="toccolours mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="100%">
====Greater Knarloc Pack====
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
''A staple of kroot mercenaries bands, these enormous beasts are a common sight on planets that host kroot troops. A bigger variant of the knarloc that has adapted to biomes without the presence of great vegetation. Like the krootoxes, they too are capable of transporting heavy weapons, although the strength of those armaments and their hauler is greatly superior.''</div>
</div>
This unit contains 1 Greater Knarloc ('''Power Rating: 5'''). It can include 1 additional Greater Knarloc ('''Power Rating: +5''') or 2 additional Greater Knarlocs ('''Power Rating: +10''').
{| class=wikitable
|- valign=top
! Name !! M !! WS !! BS !! S !! T !! W !! A !! Ld !! Sv !! Pts/model
|-
| Greater Knarloc || 7" || 3+ || 4+ || 7 || 7 || 9 || 4 || 6 || 4+ || 100
|}

'''Wargear:'''
<div class="toccolours mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="100%">
'''-Crushing Beak'''
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
{| class=wikitable
|- valign=top
! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Crushing Beak''' || Melee || Melee || User || -4 || 3 || -
|}</div>
</div>
<div class="toccolours mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="100%">
'''-Razor Talons'''
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
{| class=wikitable
|- valign=top
! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Razor Talons''' || Melee || Melee || User || -3 || 3 || -
|}</div>
</div>

'''Special Rules:'''
<tabs>
<tab name="Feral Hunters">
See Army Rules - Universal
</tab>
<tab name="Hunting Pack">
The first time this unit is set up on the battlefield, all of its models must be placed within 6" of at least one other model in their unit. From that point onwards, each operates independently and is treated as a separate unit.
</tab>
<tab name="Loping Stride">
When this unit Advances, if the result of the die is less than 3, treat it as a 3 instead.
</tab>
<tab name="Trampling Charge">
Each time a model with this special rule makes a pile-in move you can pick an enemy unit within 1" and roll a D6. On a 4+, that unit suffers D3 mortal wounds, 3 on a 6.
</tab>
</tabs>

'''Upgrades:'''
<tabs>
<tab name="Baggage Harness (Aura)">
While a friendly {{W40kKeyword|Kroot}} unit is within 6" of this model, each time a model in that unit makes a ranged attack, an unmodified hit roll of 6 scores 1 additional hit.
</tab>
</tabs>

'''Options:'''

Any model may take one of the followings:
<div class="toccolours mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="100%">
-'''Kroot Bolt Thrower''' - +5 pts.
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
{| class=wikitable
|- valign=top
! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Kroot Bolt Thrower''' || 36" || Assault D6 || 6 || -1 || 1 || -
|}</div>
</div>
<div class="toccolours mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="100%">
-'''Twin Kroot Gun''' - +7 pts.
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
{| class=wikitable
|- valign=top
! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Twin Kroot Gun''' || 48" || Rapid Fire 2 || 7 || -1 || D3 || This weapon may be fired even if the wielder Advanced during its turn, however, it must subtract 1 from its hit rolls.
|}</div>
</div>

Any model may take the '''Baggage Harness''' upgrade - +5 pts.

'''Keywords:'''
*Faction: {{W40kKeyword|Kroot}}
*{{W40kKeyword|Heavy Supports}}, {{W40kKeyword|Greater Knarloc}}, {{W40kKeyword|Monster}}, {{W40kKeyword|Kindred}}, {{W40kKeyword|Kroot Predators}}

<div class="toccolours mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="100%">
====Krootworm Pack====
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
''A less known variant of kroot, a Krootworm is a giant worm-like creature found in desert areas of Pech. It uses its enormous beak to dig into the sand and dirt and burst from under its prey to swallow it whole. Due to their nature, they aren't always seen alongside their more intelligent relatives, although some mercenary bands do in fact sport a few exemplars.''</div>
</div>
This unit contains 1 Krootworm ('''Power Rating: 5'''). It can include 1 additional Krootworm ('''Power Rating: +5''') or 2 additional Krootworms ('''Power Rating: +10''').
{| class=wikitable
|- valign=top
! Name !! M !! WS !! BS !! S !! T !! W !! A !! Ld !! Sv !! Pts/model
|-
| Krootworm || 12" || 3+ || - || 7 || 6 || 9 || 4 || 6 || 5+ || 90
|}
'''Biomorphs:'''
<div class="toccolours mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="100%">
'''-Drill Beak'''
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
{| class=wikitable
|- valign=top
! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Drill Beak''' || Melee || Melee || User || -3 || 3 || Each time the bearer fights, it can make one (and only one) attack with this weapon. This is in addition to the bearer’s attacks.
|}</div>
</div>
<div class="toccolours mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="100%">
'''-Sharp Limbs'''
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
{| class=wikitable
|- valign=top
! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Sharp Limbs''' || Melee || Melee || User || -2 || 1 || Make 2 hit rolls for each attack made with this weapon, instead of 1.
|}</div>
</div>

'''Special rules:'''
<tabs>
<tab name="Burrow">
At the beginning of any of your Movement phases, any Krootworm can burrow. Remove it from the battlefield – it can return as described in the ''Burrowing Explosion'' special rule. A Krootworm may not burrow and return to the battlefield in the same turn. If the battle ends while the Krootworm is underground, it is considered to be slain.
</tab>
<tab name="Burrowing Explosion">
During deployment, you can set up a Krootworm underground instead of placing it on the battlefield. At the end of any of your Movement phases, set up the Krootworm anywhere on the battlefield that is more than 1" away from any enemy models and more than 3" from any other Krootworm set up this way this turn, then roll a D6 for each enemy unit within 2" of it; on a 1 the unit escapes unharmed, on a 2-3 it suffers 1 mortal wound, on a 4-5 it suffers D3 mortal wounds and on a 6 it suffers 3 mortal wounds. The Krootworm cannot charge in the same turn.
</tab>
<tab name="Feral Hunters">
See Army Rules - Universal
</tab>
<tab name="Hunting Pack">
The first time this unit is set up on the battlefield, all of its models must be placed within 6" of at least one other model in their unit. From that point onwards, each operates independently and is treated as a separate unit.
</tab>
<tab name="Swallow Whole">
When attacking with this model's Drill Beak, if the hit roll is an unmodified 6, randomly chose one {{W40kKeyword|Infantry}} model in the attacked unit; that model is immediately slain.
</tab>
</tabs>

'''Keywords:'''
*Faction: {{W40kKeyword|Kroot}}
*{{W40kKeyword|Heavy Supports}}, {{W40kKeyword|Monster}}, {{W40kKeyword|Krootworm}}, {{W40kKeyword|Kroot Predators}}

===Flyers===
<div class="toccolours mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="100%">
====Kroothawk Flock====
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
''The original ancestors of the current days kroot, in ancient times the skies of Pech were filled by these enormous beasts, but now only a few are left. They are venerated by the shamans and to possess even one of them is a great reason of pride for a tribe. They are only used in dire situations and carry their descendants into battle as they carried their history into the heavens.''</div>
</div>
This unit contains 1 Kroothawk ('''Power Rating: 4'''). It can include 1 additional Kroothawk ('''Power Rating: +4''') or 2 additional Kroothawks ('''Power Rating: +8''').
{| class=wikitable
|- valign=top
! Name !! M !! WS !! BS !! S !! T !! W !! A !! Ld !! Sv !! Pts/model
|-
| Kroothawk || 18" || 3+ || - || 7 || 6 || 10 || 4 || 6 || 4+ || 80
|}

'''Wargear:'''
<div class="toccolours mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="100%">
'''-Razor Talons'''
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
{| class=wikitable
|- valign=top
! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Razor Talons''' || Melee || Melee || User || -3 || 3 || -
|}</div>
</div>

'''Special Rules:'''
<tabs>
<tab name="Diving Attack">
At the end of the Movement phase, select one enemy unit this model has moved over this turn; on a roll of 4+ that unit suffers D3 mortal wounds, 2D3 on a 6.
</tab>
<tab name="Feral Hunters">
See Army Rules - Universal
</tab>
<tab name="Hunting Pack">
The first time this unit is set up on the battlefield, all of its models must be placed within 6" of at least one other model in their unit. From that point onwards, each operates independently and is treated as a separate unit.
</tab>
<tab name="Swooping Assault">
This model can only be charged by units that can {{W40kKeyword|Fly}}, and can only be attacked in the Fight phase by units that can {{W40kKeyword|Fly}}.
</tab>
</tabs>

'''Upgrades:'''
<tabs>
<tab name="Transport Tent">
This model gains the {{W40kKeyword|Transport}} keyword and may transport up to 10 {{W40kKeyword|Kroot}} {{W40kKeyword|Infantry}} or {{W40kKeyword|Cavalry}} models ({{W40kKeyword|Cavalry}} models count as three models for the purpose of capacity). A model with this Upgrade cannot perform any diving attack.
</tab>
</tabs>

'''Options:'''

Any model may take the '''Transport Tent''' upgrade - +25 pts.

'''Keywords:'''
*Faction: {{W40kKeyword|Kroot}}
*{{W40kKeyword|Flyers}}, {{W40kKeyword|Kroothawk}}, {{W40kKeyword|Monster}}, {{W40kKeyword|Fly}}, {{W40kKeyword|Kroot Predators}}

===Lords of War===
<div class="toccolours mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="100%">
====Anghkor Prok====
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
''Anghkor Prok was one of the greatest leaders krootkind has ever seen; wise in battle and fierce against the enemies, it was thanks to him that Pech was saved by the T'au and the long-lasting alliance between the two races was forged. Even though he has long departed from this world and joined his fellow hunters in the one beyond, words say he still walks among his kin, guiding them through the most difficult of hunts. After the assault on Pech, his presence is felt more and more each day, as the leaves of the sacred tree where his spirit rests grow restless by the minute. The hour of the Great Hunt is approaching and so the revelation of the last feast of this glorious shaper.''</div>
</div> [[File:Anghkhor_Prok.jpg|thumb|220px|Credits to [https://www.reddit.com/user/Squarkage Squarkage]]]
This unit contains 1 Anghkor Prok ('''Power Rating: 13'''). Only one of this unit may be included in your army.
{| class=wikitable
|- valign=top
! Name !! M !! WS !! BS !! S !! T !! W !! A !! Ld !! Sv !! Pts/model
|-
| Anghkor Prok || 7" || 2+ || 3+ || 5 || 5 || 7 || 5 || 10 || 5+ || 260
|}
'''Wargear:'''
<div class="toccolours mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="100%">
'''-Echoes from the Otherworld'''
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
{| class=wikitable
|- valign=top
! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Echoes from the Otherworld''' || - || - || - || - || - || When using this weapon, the active profile corresponds to the type of spirit invoked by Anghkor through his '''Spirits of the Hunt (Aura)''' special rule during that turn. If the ability wasn't used, this weapon can't be used during that turn. Anghkor himself can't attack with this weapon, attacks made by this weapon are in addition to Anghkor Prok's attacks.
|-
|'''-Echoes of the Hawk''' || Melee || Melee || 6 || -2 || D3 || Make D3 hit rolls when attacking with this weapon.
|-
|'''-Echoes of the Hound''' || Melee || Melee || 4 || -1 || 1 || Make 4 hit rolls when attacking with this weapon.
|-
|'''-Echoes of the Knarloc''' || Melee || Melee || 5 || -2 || 2 || Make 2 hit rolls when attacking with this weapon.
|}</div>
</div>
<div class="toccolours mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="100%">
'''-Tooth of Gmork'''
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
{| class=wikitable
|- valign=top
! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Tooth of Gmork''' || Melee || Melee || +2 || -3 || 2 || Each time an enemy model suffers an unsaved wound from this weapon, it suffers one mortal wound in addition to the normal damage. These mortal wounds may not be negated in any way.
|}</div>
</div>

'''Special Rules:'''
<tabs>
<tab name="Feral Hunters">
See Army Rules - Universal
</tab>
<tab name="Friend of the T'au (Aura)">
This model and all friendly {{W40kKeyword|Kindred}} units within 6" of this model gain the ''For The Greater Good'' special rule from the [[Codex - T'aus: /tg/'s 9th Edition]].
</tab>
<tab name="Spirit from the Beyond">
Roll a die each time this model would lose a wound; on a 4+ that wound is not lost. In addition, this model cannot lose more than 3 wounds in the same phase; any wounds that would be lost after that point are not lost. Finally, add 1 to this model's Strength and Attacks characteristic for every friendly {{W40kKeyword|Kroothawk Shrine}} model within 24" of him (up to a maximum of +3).
</tab>
<tab name="Spirits of the Hunt (Aura)">
At the beginning of your Command phase, Anghkor Prok may invoke one spirit from the ones below. All friendly {{W40kKeyword|Kroot}} units within 12" Anghkor Prok gain the relevant benefit until the start of your next Command phase.

'''-Spirit of the Hawk:''' Add 1" to the Movement characteristic of models in this unit. In addition, enemy units must subtract 1 from their hit roll when targeting this unit while it's more than 12" away.

'''-Spirit of the Hound:''' Roll one additional die when Advancing or Charging with this unit and discard the lowest result. In addition, if this unit is fighting against a unit that has suffered any unsaved wounds this turn, you can re-roll one wound roll.

'''-Spirit of the Knarloc:''' Add 1 to the Strength and Attacks characteristics of models in this unit if they made a charge during this turn.
</tab>
<tab name="The Shaper Commands (Aura)">
Re-roll wound rolls of 1 for friendly {{W40kKeyword|Kroot}} units within 6" of this model. If a unit has both the {{W40kKeyword|Kindred}} and {{W40kKeyword|Kroot Predators}} keyword, then the bonus does not apply to attacks made with weapons from the ''Kroot Predators Weapons'' list.
</tab>
<tab name="The Wisest of Them All (Aura)">
Friendly {{W40kKeyword|Kindred}} units within 12" of this model may use this model's Leadership characteristic instead of their own when taking Morale tests.
</tab>
</tabs>

'''Warlord Trait:''' If this model is your Warlord, it has the following Warlord Trait:
<tabs>
<tab name="Gaze of Vawk (Aura)">
Friendly {{W40kKeyword|Kroot}} units within 12" of this model may re-roll any Advance and Charge rolls.
</tab>
</tabs>

'''Keywords:'''
*Faction: {{W40kKeyword|Kroot}}
*{{W40kKeyword|HQs}}, {{W40kKeyword|Anghkor Prok}}, {{W40kKeyword|Kroot Shaper}}, {{W40kKeyword|Infantry}}, {{W40kKeyword|Character}}, {{W40kKeyword|Kindred}}, {{W40kKeyword|Supreme Commander}}

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====Greater Knarloc Alpha====
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''The supreme and undiscussed king of the food chain of Pech. These gargantuan beasts are powerful engines of war capable of standing their ground against the titans of other species. They say the valleys of Pech were molded by the footsteps of the primordial knarloc and when one of these monsters descends into battle, the entire earth trembles in fear.''</div>
</div>
This unit contains 1 Greater Knarloc Alpha ('''Power Rating: 15''').
{| class=wikitable
|- valign=top
! Name !! M !! WS !! BS !! S !! T !! W !! A !! Ld !! Sv !! Pts/model
|-
| Greater Knarloc Alpha || '''12"''' || 3+ || 4+ || '''9''' || 8 || 13-24 || '''5''' || 6 || 3+ || 300
|-
| Greater Knarloc Alpha || '''9"''' || 4+ || 4+ || '''8''' || 8 || 7-12 || '''6''' || 6 || 3+ || 300
|-
| Greater Knarloc Alpha || '''6"''' || 5+ || 5+ || '''7''' || 8 || 1-6 || '''7''' || 6 || 3+ || 300
|}
'''Wargear:'''
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'''-Crushing Beak'''
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
{| class=wikitable
|- valign=top
! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Crushing Beak''' || Melee || Melee || User || -4 || 3 || -
|}</div>
</div>
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'''-Crushing Feet'''
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
{| class=wikitable
|- valign=top
! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Crushing Feet''' || Melee || Melee || User || -2 || 2 || Make 2 hit rolls for each attack made with this weapon, instead of 1.
|}</div>
</div>
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'''-Heavy Kroot Gun'''
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
{| class=wikitable
|- valign=top
! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Heavy Kroot Gun''' || 48" || Rapid Fire 1 || 8 || -3 || 2D3 || This weapon may be fired even if the wielder Advanced during its turn, however, it must subtract 1 from its hit rolls.
|}</div>
</div>
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'''-Razor Talons'''
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
{| class=wikitable
|- valign=top
! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Razor Talons''' || Melee || Melee || User || -3 || 3 || -
|}</div>
</div>
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'''-Spiked Tail'''
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
{| class=wikitable
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! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Spiked Tail''' || Melee || Melee || User || -3 || 1 || Each time the bearer fights, it can make one (and only one) attack with this weapon. Make D3 hit rolls for this attack instead of one. This is in addition to the bearer’s attacks.
|}</div>
</div>

'''Special Rules:'''
<tabs>
<tab name="Baggage Harness (Aura)">
While a friendly {{W40kKeyword|Kindred}} unit is within 6" of this model, each time a model in that unit makes a ranged attack, an unmodified hit roll of 6 scores 1 additional hit.
</tab>
<tab name="Feral Hunters">
See Army Rules - Universal
</tab>
<tab name="Knarloc Alpha">
Friendly {{W40kKeyword|Kroot}} {{W40kKeyword|Cavalry}} and {{W40kKeyword|Greater Knarloc}} units within 6" of this model add 3" to their advance and charge distances and may add 1 to their hit rolls during the Fight phase.
</tab>
<tab name="Trampling Charge">
Each time a model with this special rule makes a pile-in move you can pick an enemy unit within 1" and roll a D6. On a 4+, that unit suffers D3 mortal wounds, 3 on a 6.
</tab>
</tabs>

'''Upgrades:'''
<tabs>
<tab name="Transport Hooks">
This model gains the {{W40kKeyword|Transport}} keyword and may transport up to 15 {{W40kKeyword|Kroot}} {{W40kKeyword|Infantry}} models.
</tab>
</tabs>

'''Options:'''

This model may take two of the followings in any combination:
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-'''Kroot Bolt Thrower''' - +5 pts.
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{| class=wikitable
|- valign=top
! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Kroot Bolt Thrower''' || 36" || Assault D6 || 6 || -1 || 1 || -
|}</div>
</div>
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-'''Twin Kroot Gun''' - +7 pts.
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
{| class=wikitable
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! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Twin Kroot Gun''' || 48" || Rapid Fire 2 || 7 || -1 || D3 || This weapon may be fired even if the wielder Advanced during its turn, however, it must subtract 1 from its hit rolls.
|}</div>
</div>
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This model may replace its '''Heavy Kroot Gun''' with a '''Supremacy Railgun''' - +30 pts.
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
{| class=wikitable
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! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Supremacy Railgun (Submunitions)''' || 72" || Heavy 2D6 || 6 || -1 || 1 || Blast.
|-
|'''Supremacy Railgun (Soild Shot)''' || 72" || Heavy 2 || 10 || -4 || 3D3 || Each time you make a wound roll of 6+ for this weapon, the target unit suffers D3 mortal wounds in addition to the normal damage.
|}</div>
</div>

This model may take the '''Transport Hooks''' upgrade - +25 pts.

'''Keywords:'''
*Faction: {{W40kKeyword|Kroot}}
*{{W40kKeyword|Lords of War}}, {{W40kKeyword|Greater Knarloc Alpha}}, {{W40kKeyword|Monster}}, {{W40kKeyword|Titanic}}, {{W40kKeyword|Kindred}}, {{W40kKeyword|Kroot Predators}}

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====Kroototh====
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
''A kroot lifeform that is closely related to the Krootox. The sheer power of this beast's muscles is beyond every other and they are often employed as living battery rams to crush the enemy fortifications or armored divisions. An expert Krootox tamer needs to be present on this beast at all moments, to prevent it from going berserk and harming the rest of the kindred.''</div>
</div> [[File:Kroototh.jpg|thumb|320px|Credits to [https://www.instagram.com/natman82/ Natman82]]]
This unit contains 1 Kroototh ('''Power Rating: 15''').
{| class=wikitable
|- valign=top
! Name !! M !! WS !! BS !! S !! T !! W !! A !! Ld !! Sv !! Pts/model
|-
| Kroototh || '''8"''' || 3+ || 4+ || '''9''' || 8 || 11-20 || '''6''' || 6 || 3+ || 300
|-
| Kroototh || '''7"''' || 4+ || 4+ || '''8''' || 8 || 6-10 || '''2D3''' || 6 || 3+ || 300
|-
| Kroototh || '''6"''' || 5+ || 5+ || '''7''' || 8 || 1-5 || '''D3''' || 6 || 3+ || 300
|}
'''Wargear:'''
<div class="toccolours mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="100%">
'''-Heavy Stubber'''
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
{| class=wikitable
|- valign=top
! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Heavy Stubber''' || 36" || Heavy 3 || 4 || 0 || 1 || A unit that suffer an unsaved wound from this weapon has to subtract 1 from its hit rolls in the subsequent Fighting phase.
|}</div>
</div>
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'''-Kroot Crumbler'''
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
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! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Kroot Crumbler''' || 36" || Assault 1 || 8 || -1 || 2D3 || Units that suffer a hit from this weapon must halve their Movement and Advance distances until the beginning of your next turn.
|}</div>
</div>
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'''-Kroototh Fists'''
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
{| class=wikitable
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! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Kroototh Fists''' || Melee || Melee || User || -2 || 2D3 || When making an attack with this weapon, add 1 to the Damage and Ap characteristic if the Strength of the attack is at least double the target's Toughness characteristic.
|}</div>
</div>
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'''-Razor Tail'''
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
{| class=wikitable
|- valign=top
! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Razor Tail''' || Melee || Melee || User || -3 || 2 || Each time the bearer fights, it can make one (and only one) attack with this weapon. This is in addition to the bearer’s attacks.
|}</div>
</div>

'''Special Rules:'''
<tabs>
<tab name="Feral Hunters">
See Army Rules - Universal
</tab>
<tab name="Furious Inertia">
When this model charges, roll an additional D6 and discard the lowest result if this model Advanced in its previous Movement phase. In addition, if the charge is successful, until the end of the turn add 1 to this model's wound rolls.
</tab>
<tab name="Wall of Muscles">
Roll a die each time this model suffers a wound, on a 5+ the wound is not lost. Add 1 to the roll if the Ap characteristic of the attack is 0 or -1.
</tab>
</tabs>

'''Keywords:'''
*Faction: {{W40kKeyword|Kroot}}
*{{W40kKeyword|Lords of War}}, {{W40kKeyword|Kroototh}}, {{W40kKeyword|Monster}}, {{W40kKeyword|Titanic}}, {{W40kKeyword|Kindred}}, {{W40kKeyword|Kroot Predators}}

===Fortifications===
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====Hidden Mines====
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
''Ambushes are a specialty of the kroot like many other subtle ways of fighting. One of the most obscure but effective is the employment of explosives hidden under the ground that blow up any intruder that steps on it. They are quite dangerous, as friendly kroot can be hit by the explosion, but the damage they produce is well worth the risk.''</div>
</div>
This unit contains 3 Hidden Mines ('''Power Rating: 2'''). It can include up to 3 additional Hidden Mines ('''Power Rating: +2''') or up to 6 additional Hidden Mines ('''Power Rating: +4''').
{| class=wikitable
|- valign=top
! Name !! M !! WS !! BS !! S !! T !! W !! A !! Ld !! Sv !! Pts/model
|-
| Hidden Mine || - || - || - || - || 2 || 1 || - || 10 || 6+ || 10
|}

'''Special Rules:'''
<tabs>
<tab name="Hidden Mines">
Before the battle begins, before both armies are deployed, secretly decide a number of points on the battlefield equal to the number of hidden mines in this unit. These models are hidden in those places. A Hidden Mine explodes if it is within 3" of any enemy units at the end of any Movement or Charge phase. Each time a Hidden Mine explodes, roll a D6; on a 1 it fails to inflict any harm, on a 2-5 it inflicts D3 mortal wounds on every unit within 3", and on a 6 it inflicts 3 mortal wounds instead. The Hidden Mine is then destroyed.
</tab>
</tabs>

'''Keywords:'''
*Faction: {{W40kKeyword|Kroot}}
*{{W40kKeyword|Fortifications}}, {{W40kKeyword|Hidden Mines}}, {{W40kKeyword|Building}}

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====Kroot Towers====
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
''Kroot towers are a common sight in battles in which these mercenaries are employed and near their various outposts. They are not very durable but can offer a good amount of fire support and can hold their own against smaller hordes.''</div>
</div>
This unit contains 1 Kroot Tower ('''Power Rating: 4'''). It can include 1 additional Kroot Tower ('''Power Rating: +4''') or 2 additional Kroot Towers ('''Power Rating: +8''').
{| class=wikitable
|- valign=top
! Name !! M !! WS !! BS !! S !! T !! W !! A !! Ld !! Sv !! Pts/model
|-
| Kroot Tower || - || - || 4+ || - || 7 || 10 || - || 10 || 4+ || 80
|}
'''Wargear:'''
<div class="toccolours mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="100%">
'''-Kroot Bolt Thrower'''
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
{| class=wikitable
|- valign=top
! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Kroot Bolt Thrower''' || 36" || Assault D6 || 6 || -1 || 1 || -
|}</div>
</div>

'''Special Rules:'''
<tabs>
<tab name="Explodes">
If this model is reduced to 0 wounds, roll a D6 before removing it from the battlefield. On a 6 it explodes, and each unit within 3" suffers D3 mortal wounds.
</tab>
<tab name="Kroot Fortification">
A Kroot Tower is no larger than 4"x4"x6". This unit must be deployed once both players have finished setting their armies on the table and models in this unit don't have to be put in unit coherency. From that point onwards, each model operates independently and is treated as a separate unit.
</tab>
<tab name="Immobile">
This model cannot move for any reason, nor can it fight in the Fight phase. Enemy models automatically hit this model in the Fight phase – do not make hit rolls. Friendly units can still target enemy units that are within Engagement Range of this model.
</tab>
</tabs>

'''Options:'''

This model may replace its '''Kroot Bolt Thrower''' for one of the following:
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-'''Heavy Kroot Gun''' - +10 pts.
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
{| class=wikitable
|- valign=top
! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Heavy Kroot Gun''' || 48" || Rapid Fire 1 || 8 || -3 || 2D3 || This weapon may be fired even if the wielder Advanced during its turn, however, it must subtract 2 from its hit rolls.
|}</div>
</div>
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-'''Twin Kroot Gun''' - free
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
{| class=wikitable
|- valign=top
! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Twin Kroot Gun''' || 48" || Rapid Fire 2 || 7 || -1 || D3 || This weapon may be fired even if the wielder Advanced during its turn, however, it must subtract 1 from its hit rolls.
|}</div>
</div>

'''Keywords:'''
*Faction: {{W40kKeyword|Kroot}}
*{{W40kKeyword|Fortifications}}, {{W40kKeyword|Kroot Tower}}, {{W40kKeyword|Building}}, {{W40kKeyword|Kindred}}

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====Kroothawk Shrine====
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
''The shamans of the tribe get their powers from these magnificent sculptures carved of solid stone. They depict the ancient forms the kroot once held while soaring the blue skies of Pech and through them, the spirit of the ancient hunters channel their wisdom to guide their descendants to a glorious hunt.''</div>
</div>
This unit contains 1 Kroothawk Shrine ('''Power Rating: 4'''). It can include 1 additional Kroothawk Shrine ('''Power Rating: +4''') or 2 additional Kroothawk Shrines ('''Power Rating: +8''').
{| class=wikitable
|- valign=top
! Name !! M !! WS !! BS !! S !! T !! W !! A !! Ld !! Sv !! Pts/model
|-
| Kroothawk Shrine || - || - || - || - || 7 || 8 || - || - || 4+ || 70
|}

'''Special Rules:'''
<tabs>
<tab name="Immobile">
This model cannot move for any reason, nor can it fight in the Fight phase. Enemy models automatically hit this model in the Fight phase – do not make hit rolls. Friendly units can still target enemy units that are within Engagement Range of this model.
</tab>
<tab name="Sacred Land">
Friendly {{W40kKeyword|Kroot}} units within 12" of this model add 1 to their Leadership characteristic. In addition, when friendly {{W40kKeyword|Shaman}} units within 12" of this model are invoking an Invocation, add 1 to the roll.
</tab>
<tab name="Spiritual Site">
When setting up this unit, place each Kroothawk Shrine as if it was a different unit. From that point onward each Kroothawk Shrine is considered to be its own unit.
</tab>
</tabs>

'''Keywords:'''
*Faction: {{W40kKeyword|Kroot}}
*{{W40kKeyword|Fortifications}}, {{W40kKeyword|Kroothawk Shrine}}, {{W40kKeyword|Building}}, {{W40kKeyword|Kindred}}

=Crusade Rules=

==Agendas==
*'''Hunting Expedition:''' ''The shaper has spoken, a new hunt will begin, and with that a new harvest for his kindred.''
::Keep an Hunting tally for each {{W40kKeyword|Kroot}} {{W40kKeyword|Kindred}} unit from your army. At the end of each Shooting or Fight phase, add 1 to that unit's Hunting tally if it destroyed 1 or more enemy units that phase.
::At the end of the battle, each unit gains 1 experience point for every 2 marks on its Hunting tally.

*'''Military Espionage:''' ''Sometimes the contract requires a stealthy approach to the battle, this is of no problem to the kroot, for their abilities are well adapted to work in the dark.''
::{{W40kKeyword|Kroot}} {{W40kKeyword|Infantry}} units from your army can attempt the following action:
::'''Military Espionage (Action):''' At the end of your Movement phase, one unit from your army that is within 12" of an enemy {{W40kKeyword|Character}} and not inside its line of sight can start to perform this action. This action is completed at the start of your next Command phase. This action cannot be attempted more than once for each enemy {{W40kKeyword|Character}}.
::Each time this Action is completed you gain 3 Victory Points.

*'''Taker of Heads:''' ''The best way to defeat one's target is to cut their head, be it figuratively or literally, it works either way.''
::Each time a unit from your army kills an enemy {{W40Kkeyword|Character}} or leader model (e.g. Space Marine Seargent) during the Fight phase, that unit gains 1 experience point.

==Requisitions==
*'''DNA Acquired (2 RP):''' ''Battling against a myriad of opponents has its benefits, like obtaining different sorts of DNA with which to evolve.''
::Purchase this Requisition after a victory is achieved in a battle against an army that doesn't have the {{W40kKeyword|Kroot}}, {{W40kKeyword|Necrons}}, {{W40kKeyword|Blackstone Constructs}} or {{W40kKeyword|Chaos}} keyword. Select one unit from your army and randomly assign one trait from the '''DNA Assimilation''' Stratagem from the respective faction to that unit. If your Crusade force includes a {{W40kKeyword|Kroot Shaper}} unit, then you can choose the trait instead of rolling it and apply it both to that unit and the {{W40kKeyword|Kroot Shaper}}. Add 1 to the Crusade points of units affected by this Requisition accordingly and make a note on its Crusade card. This Requisition can only be used once per battle.

*'''Healthy Budget (0 RP):''' ''Achieving the employer's goals is something indeed important for a mercenary. If those who pay you become richer, then so will your payment.''
::Purchase this Requisition when you purchase the '''Increase Supply Limit''' Requisition. If your army contains a number of units that don't possess the {{W40kKeyword|Kroot}} keyword greater than those who do, select one {{W40kKeyword|Kroot}} unit in your army; that unit immediately benefits from the '''Fresh Recruits''' or '''Rearm and Resupply''' Requisition.

*'''Mount Acquired (1 RP):''' ''Owning a Knarloc is a symbol of great courage and control, these warriors have differed from the rest on the battlefield and so they are granted their place in the winds.''
::Purchase this Requisition after a battle. Select one {{W40kKeyword|Infantry}} {{W40kKeyword|Kroot Shaper}}, {{W40kKeyword|Kroot Beast-hunter}} or {{W40kKeyword|Tribal Guards}} unit from your army that has obtained a Battle Trait this game. That unit can be upgraded to ride a Knarloc without any additional points increase. If so, add 1 to the Crusade points of the unit and make a note on its Crusade card. This Requisition can't target {{W40kKeyword|Kroot Shaper}} units with Wings or units with the '''Krootor Companion''' Upgrade.

==Battle Traits==
==={{W40kKeyword|Kindred}} Units (without the {{W40kKeyword|Kroot Predators}} keyword)===
*'''1) Alien Reinforcements:''' ''When the chances are odd, it's always nice to have additional troops on the field, for an additional price that is.''
::This unit does not count towards the number of {{W40kKeyword|Kroot}} units in your army when following the '''Alien Mercenaries''' Detachment Rule.

*'''2) Fearsome Hunters:''' ''Countless battles have turned these kroot warriors into fearsome experts at killing their target.''
::Add 1 to the attack characteristic of models in this unit.

*'''3) Genetic Code Reshuffling:''' ''Kroot physiology is extremely versatile when it comes to evolutionary traits and some kroot are capable of assuming multiples at once.''
::This unit benefits from one additional Evolutionary Trait.

==={{W40kKeyword|Kroot Predators}} Units===
*'''1) Accelerated Metabolism:''' ''The cellular functions of these kroot beasts are highly sped up, granting them more energy but at a higher food cost.''
::When this unit charges, roll an additional D6 and subtract the lowest result.

*'''2) Aggressive Predators:''' ''Nurtured with the blood of their prey, these beasts know well the warmth of fresh insides and that has turned them into fearsome predators.''
::Add 1 to the attack characteristic of models in this unit. If this unit is a {{W40kKeyword|Cavalry}}, then instead make one additional attack with that unit's '''Sharp Beak and Talons'''.

*'''3) Unparalleled Ferocity:''' ''These beasts have been trained in the midst of war; for them, every second is a battle for survival, and they'll show their strength with every bite and scratch.''
::Re-roll hit rolls of 1 when attacking with weapons from the ''Kroot Predators Weapons'' list.

==={{W40kKeyword|Kroot Shaper}} Units===
*'''1) Leader of the Pack:''' ''In this tribe, no one dares to argue the will of this individual, for only he is the true leader of the kindred.''
::Add 3" to this model's ''The Shaper Commands'' special rule.

*'''2) Renowned Mercenary:''' ''As the fame of this individual rises, so does the pay required to keep it on this side of the conflict.''
::If your army contains a number of units that don't possess the {{W40kKeyword|Kroot}} keyword greater than those who do, each time this model gains a Battle Trait after this, you gain 1 Requisition point. Requisition points gained this way can only be used to purchase Requisitions that target {{W40kKeyword|Kroot}} units in your Crusade force.

*'''3) Taker of Trophies:''' ''This individual takes great pleasure in taking little mementos of its past hunts. These trophies only serve to boost the fighting spirit of those around it.''
::Each time this model slays an enemy {{W40kKeyword|Character}} or leader model (e.g. Space Marine Seargent) during the Fight phase, friendly {{W40kKeyword|Kindred}} units within 6" of it add 1 to their Leadership characteristic to a maximum of 10.

==={{W40kKeyword|Shaman}} Units===
*'''1) Channeling of the Ancestors' Might:''' ''With great concentration, this shaman channels inside itself the power of the past high shamans, so they can guide it once more.''
::This unit can invoke one additional Invocation during your Command phase.

*'''2) Favored of the Spirits:''' ''Those watching from above have taken a particular liking to this kroot and they do their best to aid it when the time comes.''
::Invocations invoked by this unit do not count towards the number of times those Invocations can be invoked during your Command phase.

*'''3) Wisdom of Past Hunts:''' ''Stories passed down from one generation to the next have provided this shaman with great knowledge in the sacred arts of the kindred.''
::When this unit is trying to invoke an Invocation, add 1 to the result of the roll.

==Hunting Trophies==
Each time a {{W40Kkeyword|Kroot Shaper}} or {{W40Kkeyword|Kroot Beast-hunter}} from your army kills an enemy {{W40Kkeyword|Character}} or leader model (e.g. Space Marine Seargent) during the Fight phase, add one Trophy token to its Crusade card.

For every fifth trophy gained, you can select one of the abilities shown below for that {{W40Kkeyword|Character}} unit. Increase its Crusade points by 1 for each of these abilities selected. No model can have more than three of these abilities.

*'''Adept of the Killing Blow:''' ''This dreaded hunter has mastered the art of the ''Killing Blow''. When facing against it, there's no armor too thick or blade too strong which can withstand its attack.''
::When this {{W40Kkeyword|Character}} attacks during the Fight phase, instead of rolling for its attacks as usual, it can perform a ''Killing Blow''. If so, make only one hit roll with the chosen weapon, but double the Strength and Damage characteristic of that attack. In addition, enemy models must halve the result of their save rolls when rolling for this attack. After performing a ''Killing Blow'', the {{W40Kkeyword|Character}} can't fight again that Fight phase, regardless of any Stratagem or Special Rule.

*'''Breaker of Machines:''' ''Mechanical adversaries aren't seen often by the kroot, but this individual has fought far and wide and is now adapted to these strange beings' weaknesses.''
::On a wound roll of 6+ against {{W40Kkeyword|Vehicle}}, [[Codex - Blackstone Constructs: /tg/'s 9th Edition|{{W40kKeyword|Blackstone Constructs}}]] or {{W40Kkeyword|Necrons}} units, the target suffers D3 mortal wounds in addition to the normal damage.

*'''Master of Venom:''' ''Venom is a brutal weapon capable of instantly ending a hunt if used correctly. It's only natural for a skilled hunter to take full advantage of this deadly substance.''
::Attacks made by this model always wound on a wound roll of 2+, unless the target is a {{W40Kkeyword|Vehicle}} or a {{W40Kkeyword|Titanic}} unit. If this model is equipped with '''Venom Coat''', then add 1 to the damage characteristic of weapons this model is equipped with instead.

*'''Patient Assassin:''' ''The most deadlier of hunters is the one that knows when is the perfect time to strike its target from the shadows.'
::At the start of the game, before the battle begins, chose one enemy {{W40Kkeyword|Character}} that is on the battlefield. This model can only target that enemy model but, in addition, for each battle round in which this model is not in the Engagement Range of that enemy {{W40Kkeyword|Character}}, it gains one of the traits below. These traits are cumulative but they stop being awarded after the first time this model arrives within the Engagement Range of that enemy model.
::-This model adds 1 to its hit rolls against the enemy {{W40Kkeyword|Character}}.
::-Wounds caused by this model can't be intercepted in any way.
::-The enemy {{W40Kkeyword|Character}} can't disengage from this model.
::-Halve the result of the enemy {{W40Kkeyword|Character}}'s armor saving throws against attacks made by this model.

*'''Slayer of Warpspawn:''' ''Creatures tainted by the influences of the otherworld risk to ruin the hunting grounds who are homeland to the kroot from generations. For this reason, they have to be stopped.''
::{{W40Kkeyword|Daemon}} and {{W40Kkeyword|Psyker}} units suffer one additional damage from attacks made by this model. In addition, {{W40Kkeyword|Daemon}} and {{W40Kkeyword|Psyker}} must subtract one from their invulnerable saves while within 6" of this model.

*'''Striker of the Weak:''' ''This kroot knows the best time to strike is when its enemy is at its lowest because is at that time that its defenses are the most fragile.''
::This {{W40Kkeyword|Character}} can re-roll failed wound rolls against models that have lost at least half of their starting number of wounds.

==Weapon Enhancements==
===Kroot Weapons===
'''-1) Fast Reload:''' ''Strength isn't the only thing that makes a weapon powerful on the battlefield, rate of fire too is an essential characteristic to consider, and the added magazine capacity of this weapon makes full use of this logic.''
:If this weapon has a random number of shots, then double the number of shots it fires (up to a maximum of 10).

'''-2) Firm Handle:''' ''An abrasive layer wrapped around the handle greatly improves efficiency in battle, albeit at the cost of slight discomfort.''
:Each time the bearer fights, it makes 1 additional attack with this weapon.

'''-3) Tracker Rounds:''' ''Special rounds fired in the confusion of battle work on the peculiar sight of kroot organism. An enemy marked by this visible scent will never be able to escape its cruel trackers.''
:If this weapon hits an enemy unit during the Shooting phase, then this unit can re-roll charge rolls and hit rolls of 1 during the following Fight phase against the same enemy unit.

===Kroot Beast-hunter Weapons===
'''-1) Balancing Weight:''' ''The added weight on the handle of this gruesome weapon, negates its iconic slowness, granting an even heavier impact.''
:'''Beast Mauler''' only. Add 1 to the Ap characteristic of this weapon; in addition, attacking with this weapon no longer inflicts a penalty to the bearer's hit rolls.

'''-2) Light Bow:''' ''An upgraded version of the standard model, this bow has an added rate of fire on top of improved maneuverability.''
:'''Kroot Bow''' only. Change the Type of this weapon to Rapid Fire 2; in addition, this weapon may be fired even if the wielder Advanced during its turn, however, it must subtract 1 from its hit rolls.

'''-3) Serpentine Flail:''' ''Betterly balanced with added spikes, this whip soars through the air to envelop the enemy in a barbed prison.''
:'''Barbed Whip''' only. When making an attack with a Barbed Whip, make two hit rolls for each enemy model within 2" instead of only one.

===Kroot Predators Weapons===
'''-1) Cheramite Fangs and Talons:''' ''These fangs are so sharp, they are able to pierce through anything like air.''
:Improve the Ap characteristic of this weapon by two points (e.g. Ap: 0 becomes Ap: -2, and so on).

'''-2) Implanted Toxins:''' ''Careful selection of alien DNA has developed toxin glands inside the bodies of these kroot beasts, making every wound and scratch even deadlier.''
:When making an attack with this weapon, add 1 to the wound roll.

'''-3) Improved Muscle Strength:''' ''Thicker muscles turn the fearful impact of a kroot beast into an unstoppable force of carnage.''
:Improve the Damage characteristic of this weapon by one point (e.g. Damage: 1 becomes Damage: 2, and so on).

==Battle Scars==
==={{W40kKeyword|Kindred}} Units Only===
'''-Crippled Fighter:''' ''A hunter that cannot move is of no use to the kindred.''
*This unit loses its ''Feral Hunters'' special rule and must halve all movement and charge distances (rounding up).

==={{W40kKeyword|Kroot Predators}} Units Only===
'''-Deadly Rabies:''' ''A strong infection has transformed these predators into untamable monsters.''
*This unit must advance closer to, charge, and attack the nearest unit (even if friendly).
*If a {{W40kKeyword|Kroot Predators}} unit is wounded by a unit with this Battle Scar, then at the end of the battle, that unit also receives this Battle Scar.

==={{W40kKeyword|Kroot Shaper}} and {{W40kKeyword|Kroot Beast-hunter}} Units Only===
'''-Blood-starved Hunter:''' ''Drunken by the hunt, these fallen predators wander the field without a goal, the only thing they seek is to bathe in the blood of the beasts.''
*This unit must advance closer to, charge, and attack the nearest {{W40kKeyword|Beast}} or {{W40kKeyword|Monster}} unit (even if friendly).
*Each time this model fights, consider its Weapon Skill as one point worse.
*This unit loses its ''The Shaper Commands'' and ''The Wisest of Their Kind'' special rules.

==={{W40kKeyword|Shaman}} Units Only===
'''-Forsaken by the Ancients:''' ''This Shaman has dishonored the ancient spirits of the past and has lost all of their protection and wisdom.''
*This unit loses its ''Aura of the Spirits'' special rule.
*This unit cannot invoke any Invocations.

==Crusade Relics==
===Artificer Relics===
*'''Body-Restoring DNA Strain:''' ''This kroot has developed a mutation that lets it shape its body structure to quickly repair body damage.
::At the start of your Command phase, the bearer regains D3 lost wounds.

*'''Kroothawk Feather:''' ''Kroothawk descend from the long-lost ancestors of the kroot. Even after innumerable generations, the bond between these two species is still strong.''
::Add 2 to the Movement characteristic of the bearer. In addition, when the bearer advances or charges, you can re-roll the result.

*'''Krootwood Amulet:''' ''A small fang-shaped amulet carved from the hardwood of a petrified tree of Pech. A feeble warp-repellent aura propagates from its inside.''
::The bearer has a 5+ invulnerable save. In addition, once a turn, the bearer may attempt to Deny the Witch as if it was a {{W40kKeyword|Psyker}}.

===Antiquity Relics===
*'''Anghkor Prok's Mantle:''' ''The long-lost mantle of the legendary shaper Anghkor Prok, a symbol of status and respect among any kroot tribe.''
::{{W40kKeyword|Kroot Shaper}} model only. Add 2 to the leadership characteristic of friendly {{W40kKeyword|Kindred}} units within 12" of the bearer. Each time the bearer slays an enemy {{W40kKeyword|Character}} during the Fight phase, all friendly {{W40kKeyword|Kindred}} units within 6" have a bonus of 1 to their attack characteristic for the remainder of the phase.

*'''Krootwood Relic Blade:''' ''A charred knife fashioned from the petrified trunk of a tree inside Pech's core. The sharp edge is covered in dried, black blood. This blade has done terrible things.''
::This Relic replaces a '''Ritual Blade''' and has the following profile:
::{| class=wikitable
|- valign=top
! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Krootwood Relic Blade''' || Melee || Melee || User || -3 || 2 || Roll a die each time a model suffers a wound from this weapon. On a 5+, that model suffers D3 mortal wounds.
|}

===Legendary Relics===
*'''Heart of the Core-beast:''' ''Rumored to be the beating heart of a forgotten gargantuan beast that ruled over Pech in the ancient time. Just being near it, a kroot may feel its dark influence.''
::The bearer of this Relic has a 3+ invulnerable save. Add 3 to the bearer's Strength and Attacks characteristics. Invulnerable saves may not be taken against wounds inflicted by the bearer during the Fight phase.

*'''Krootwood Lightning Staff:''' ''A sacred staff of glowing blue taken from the branch of a petrified tree inside Pech's crust. Its core crackles under the strength of thunder. It's said this weapon houses the spirit of an ancient kroot deity.''
::{{W40kKeyword|Kroot Master Shaman}} model only. This Relic replaces a '''Kroot Staff''' and has the following profile:
::{| class=wikitable
|- valign=top
! Weapon !! Range !! Type !! S !! AP !! D !! Abilities
|-
|'''Krootwood Lightning Staff''' || Melee || Melee || +1 || -3 || 2 || Each time an attack is made with this weapon a wound roll of 6+ inflicts 1 mortal wound on the target in addition to any normal damage.
|-
|'''Krootwood Lightning Staff''' || 12" || Pistol 3 || 7 || -3 || 2 || Each time an attack is made with this weapon, a hit roll of 6+ scores 2 additional hits. Each time an attack is made with this weapon a wound roll of 6+ inflicts 1 mortal wound on the target in addition to any normal damage.
|}

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Warhammer 40,000/8th Edition Tactics/Death Guard

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Please note that this is the tactics for 8th edition Death Guard. Their current tactics can be found [[Warhammer 40,000/Tactics/Death Guard (9E)|here.]]

==Why Play Death Guard==
For the first time in 40k's history, Grandfather [[Nurgle]]'s favorite pus-sacks have gotten their own Codex, and it's a solid mix of the fluffy and crunchy. You might not exactly be zipping across the board, but if you want a footslogging army that can shrug off almost anything the opponent can throw at them and retaliate with punishing short-range attacks (and have an obsession with the number 7), the Death Guard is the army for you.

===Pros===
* Can fire Assault and Heavy weapons with none of the normal penalties when footslogging and Rapid Fire weapons can double tap from 3/4 (18") max range instead of the usual half range. This makes them the best shooting army for Chaos until [[Iron Warriors]], [[The Fallen]] and [[Dark Mechanicus]] get actual rules.
* Plague weapons make wound rolls reliable with easy access to re-rolling 1s, and can be buffed in several different ways.
* Excellent Toughness on average, and most of your army, including some of your vehicles, have Disgustingly Resilient (which can be buffed), giving you a 1/3 chance to ignore every unsaved wound, even a mortal one!
* Lots of debuffing auras to discourage choppy armies from getting too close to you.
* Your basic troops are T5 - which in this edition is a serious boon, as all but the most lethal of weaponry will still only wound them on 3s. You need a Demolisher Cannon to hurt them on 2s!
* Gained Hateful Assault granting you +1 Attack when charging, being charged, or intervening, same as our loyalist brethren
* Many of your units have ways of dealing mortal wounds, letting them bypass those annoying invulnerable saves.
* They have access to a Primarch.
* As the other army in the starter set and the Conquest magazine, alongside the Primaris Marines, it'll be easy to start up a collection.
* They are one of the most up-to-date lines of Chaos models.
* Thanks to Grandfather, your auras have a greater size compared to nearly all other armies (7” compared to 6”), which is obviously very useful (and fluffy!)

===Cons===
* Lack of Anti Armour capabilities at range.
* The infantry that makes up the bulk of your army is SLOW. Most units have 5" of movement at most, and the Terminators are stuck with Cataphractii armor so they'll move even slower.
* Practically no ''designated'' long-range fire units outside of vehicles.
* A slight lack of rerolls; only 4 units have access to them (5 if you count the Termie Lord apart from the normal Lord). This is a much bigger problem in the infantry-heavy Death Guard with high numbers of troops and several back-sitting long-range fire support options in the codex.
* While they did gain some new daemon engines in the bloat drone, blight-hauler and crawler, they also lost access to the maulerfiend, forgefiend and heldrake.
* Some lazy ports of standard chaos units.
* Elites slot is rather crowded. Not much of an issue since a Battalion detachment has tons of Elite slots to accommodate all those Characters, but you might fill them out to capacity.
* Many of the units that made up the core of a Death Guard army in 7E Traitor Legions are no longer accessible to the new Death Guard. This includes absolutely crucial fire support such as Havocs and Obliterators, as well as Bikers and pretty much anything that went fast in previous editions. Nurgle armies looking for those will need to use vanilla CSM rules and detachments.
* Most of the mortal wounds you deal out require you to be very close if not in melee range, putting your units at risk against fast, shooty armies like the Eldar as well as flyers in general.
* Several of your more important characters (eg noxious blightbringer) are not available separately
* Low model reusability. In spite of the fact that they're still technically Death Guard, you're probably not going to find much use for your old Plague Marine minis now unless you can kitbash their new weapon options on. Even if you previously had a DG army, if you want to run DG using THIS codex, you're probably going to have to start from scratch as all the actually good units are new, or equipped with new gear. Just like the Thousand Sons before them.
* You'll eventually get tired of the coronavirus jokes.

===How to handle these cons===
* You should imagine playing a DG army as a slow-growing but potentially lethal tumor. Sure, we are slow, but we can utilize Spawn, Possessed, Tanks or flying DPs to move ahead of the main wave and cause dissent before the rest catches up into mid-range to cause maximum damage.
* If you had Bikers, Helturkeys, and Obliterators in 7E and want to use them in a DG army, you still can, but they must be restricted to a separate detachment of vanilla CSM (if you want your DG to keep Inexorable Advance and Plague Host). In addition, nothing stops you from painting your Bikers in DG colors and running them with rules for regular CSM Bikers, so get creative! It's all about [[your dudes]]!
* Transports can help our slow-moving troops to get across the board, but most of them don't have Disgustingly Resilient. [[Rhino|Metal Boxes]] are not as good as they used to be. Taking transports has always been a tactical choice, but now more than ever. This subject is a bit of a [[skub]] depending on who you ask and on the kind of terrain you usually play on. I suggest experimenting with having more troops, but no transports OR 2-3 transports, but less troops. There is always a sweet spot in balance that Papa Nurgle would approve. If you have a LoW slot to spare and can afford Forge World, the Hellforged Spartan Assault Tank is a perfect solution to the transport issue.
*Opinion on transports. Put a plague marine squad (7 if you're feeling fluffy) and characters to fill the rest of its capacity. Counts as 1 unit drop during deployment while deploying as many as 4 units inside. This can help you gain first turn to move up the board and fire what long range weapons you can. Start the game on your own terms.
*An option for a slightly less expensive long range anti tank than predators (as long as you don’t mind taking an allied detachment or two) to take some R&H Disciple/Command squads with las cannons or missile launchers. A second much less expensive option is renegade heavy weapon squads with las cannons, they’re cheap but they will miss more often than not.
*Consider taking a Sorcerer on a Palanquin (Legend) or an Index Daemon Prince (totally not a Legend), or alternatively allying with a CSM sorcerer, with warptime and 1 other power (Prescience is a good pick). Dark Hereticus powers affect Heretic Astartes, rather than [Legion] models, so it will buff your Death Guard. The ability to move an appropriately killy unit twice in an army as slow as DG can make a huge difference in getting your guys where they need to be, when they need to be there.

==Special Rules==
* '''Inexorable Advance''': If your army is Battle-forged, all {{W40Kkeyword|Death Guard Infantry}} and {{W40Kkeyword|Helbrute}} units (''not'' Daemon Princes or Cavalry, though) in Death Guard detachments gain this ability. Such units do not suffer a penalty for moving and firing Heavy weapons, or for Advancing and firing Assault weapons. In addition, a unit with this ability can fire twice with Rapid Fire weapons at a range of 18", instead of only being able to fire twice with them up to half the weapon's maximum range. Yes, it is as awesome as it sounds. Also gives us the best cultists until GW updates our data sheets.
** While this ability IS extremely good bear in mind its limitations.
***The bonus that will get the most mileage is the extra Rapid Fire range as this affects Bolters, Autoguns, Plasma Guns and Combi-guns of all sorts for Infantry.
***The bonus to Assault weapons affects Blight Launchers, which are 24 inch range and thus usually never need to advance, and Meltaguns, which love the bonus.
*** The bonus for Heavy Weapons only affects your Helbrutes, Blightlord Terminators with a Reaper Autocannon, and Heavy Stubber Chaos Cultists, since they're the only things with a heavy weapon, and supports you running a Melee+Ranged build so you can advance while still shooting or a pure ranged so you can reposition with no penalty. As of the Forgeworld FAQs, however, all the Chaos Dreads love this, especially the Leviathan dread.
* '''Disgustingly Resilient''': Not exclusive to the Death Guard, but most of your units have it. 'Feel No Pain' on a 5+.
* '''Plague Host''': Objective Secured, Death Guard edition (if Battle-forged), to all '''TROOPS''', no matter how many fewer than the enemy.
* '''Plague Weapon''': A weapon that rerolls to-wound rolls of 1. Incidentally, a lot of your weapons are these.
* '''Daemonic Ritual''': Same as vanilla CSM, but locked to {{W40Kkeyword|NURGLE}} {{W40Kkeyword|DAEMON}}.
* '''Death to the False Emperor''': Just like vanilla CSMs, rolling a 6 to hit in close combat against units with the Keyword {{W40Kkeyword|IMPERIUM}}, lets you perform a bonus attack using the same weapon, CODEX: DEATHGUARD Update Ver 1.4 states you may use a different profile for the weapon e.g. Mortarion using Silence. People usually tend to forget this one but seriously, this little friend could change a loss into a win.
*'''Bolter Discipline:''' We 2nd Edition now. Astartes and Heretic Astartes models using a Rapid Fire bolt weapon can take double the normal attacks (2 for bolters, 4 for storm bolters, etc) if at least one of the following is true:
** target is in half range ('''Inexorable Advance''' makes this 18" inches rather than half range)
** if the model didn't move during the previous Movement Phase
** if the model is a Terminator, Biker, Centurion, or Helbrute.

* '''Hateful Assault:''' +1A if you charge, are charged or perform a heroic intervention. Features in the CSM ‘dex but affects all <s>{{W40kKeyword|Heretic Astartes}}</s> {{W40kKeyword|Death Guard}} except for poxwalkers and cultists, so yay for us! Morty and Deathshroud will ADORE this.
===Warlord Traits===
Can be chosen freely, but if you have decision anxiety, roll a d6.

#'''''Revoltingly Resilient''''': When using Disgustingly Resilient to resist a '''''non-mortal''''' wound, add +1 to the roll. Consider having your designated sawbones (Plague Surgeon) nearby, to boost this even further.
#*Better than Constitution against 1-damage attacks, but worse against multi-damage ones. It always depends on what army you'll be facing.
#'''''Living Plague''''': Any unit within 3" of the Warlord '''''at the start of any''''' Fight phase takes a mortal wound on a 4+. Typhus comes stock with this one.
#*Not terrifying on its own, but it allows you to dish out YET more mortal wounds, on top of Typhus' innate ability and a potential Nurgle's Rot stratagem. Works very well on death stars. Makes MSU armies wilt but won't so much as tickle a horde army.
#'''''Tainted Regeneration''''': Recover a wound at the start of '''''each player's''''' turn.
#*Very good if fighting against jack-of-all-trades armies, but not as good as Revoltingly Resilient against armies that like to annihilate one unit at a time with focus fire (looking at you, [[Tau|weeaboos]]).
#'''''Hulking Physique''''': +1 to Toughness.
#*Generally bad compared to Revoltingly Resilient and ''terrible'' compared to Rotten Constitution, although it can be useful on a T5 model if you're trying to wade through S3 spam, such as lasguns on a conscript-spamming list, or a T7 model such as Mamon when you’re taking on Marines.
#'''''Rotten Constitution''''': Reduce all damage taken by 1, to a minimum of 1. Less damage taken means fewer chances for Disgustingly Resilient to fail, so it's an even bigger boost than it might look. As mortal wounds are inflicted one at a time, it won’t help versus those. Compared to revoltingly resilient this trait is better vs 2d and 3d weapons, equally good vs 4d and worse against all other. If you are in range of a plague surgeon or has a maxed epidemius buff on a daemon Prince, it is virtually identical on D3 weapons as well (1.22 vs 1.25 D taken per hit), so the choice isn’t obvious.
#'''''Arch-Contaminator''''': Re-roll all failed wound rolls made with a Plague Weapon within 7" of your Warlord. Mortarion comes with this.
#*Blatantly the best of the bunch if you want your Warlord to be a force multiplier. Just sit a Chaos Lord (or Mortarion at that matter) with this trait on top of some Blight Launcher Plague Marines and Plagueburst Crawlers and watch the fireworks. Also makes almost every special close combat weapon (including bubotic axes which are hugely available across the codex) into lightning claws for free. In addition, does the same to blight grenades, meaning that this trait is essential for anyone planning to run a Biologis Putrifier. Add the appropriate relic to boost this to 10" and make Salamanders cry over how many more re-rolls you get than them.
**This is awful on Mortarion as he will either outrun his support units that are buffed by this ability, or get shot to hell turn 1/2 because he has more than 9 wounds, gifting your opponent Slay the Warlord and robbing said support units of this buff anyway. Never make Mortarion your warlord - always pick a Lord of Contagion or normal Termie Lord and deep strike them with some Deathshroud if you want to give your warlord this trait.
#Some of your combos become really scary only because of this gemme, grenade combos and blades of contagion combos in particular. Be mindefull of where you want your arch-contaminator to be, it will dictate a lot of you strategy.

===Stratagems===
Of course there are 14 (7x2) of them!

#'''''Blasphemous Machines (1 CP)''''': Use before a vehicle attacks in the shooting phase. Until the end of the phase, that vehicle can ignore the penalties for moving and firing heavy weapons or for advancing and firing. Identical to CSM version.
#'''''Blight Bombardment (1 CP)''''': Use before a friendly {{W40kKeyword|DEATH GUARD}} unit shoots or fires Overwatch; instead of only one model being able to use its Blight Grenades as usual, the whole unit can throw them at once. Hilarious when paired with the Foul Blightspawn and the Biologis Putrefier since they both buff blight grenades even further.
#'''''Chaos Boon (1 CP)''''': The infamous boon table returns from the CSM codex, now on 2d6 and triggered after a non-Daemon Prince {{W40kKeyword|CHARACTER}} kills any {{W40kKeyword|CHARACTER}}, {{W40kKeyword|VEHICLE}}, or {{W40kKeyword|MONSTER}} in the Fight phase. A single {{W40kKeyword|CHARACTER}} can benefit from it multiple times, and duplicates turn into '''7'''. Interestingly, Matched Play explicitly does not interfere with your Character transforming; the only restriction is that the transformed unit has to keep the Mark it started with (and since Death Guard can only use the Mark of Nurgle that won't be an issue). Since you can pick and choose who activates this, this is far better than what it used to be. It is also hilarious in friendly games, and this player uses it as often as possible to see how many buffs Typhus gets before Grandfather turns him into a Spawn.
#* '''2:''' Spawndom. Replace your character with one of the gribbly things, set up within 6" of his former position. Incredibly, this also gives your opponent the victory points for Slay the Warlord if your warlord gets ‘gifted’ this or Daemonhood due to your character being explicitly stated to have been slain, not transformed.
#* '''3:''' All of the character's ranged weapons get a 6" range boost.
#* '''4:''' +3 M
#* '''5:''' +1 S
#* '''6:''' +1 A
#* '''7:''' Pick any result other than Spawndom or Daemonhood.
#* '''8:''' Enemies targeting this character in the fight phase get -1 to hit rolls.
#* '''9:''' +1 to ''all'' saving throws. Arguably the pick of the bunch when on a Terminator character like Typhus as it gives him a 1+ save (though remember that all rolls of 1 still fail, you're essentially just subtracting 1 from all AP characteristics) and a 3+ invuln. Make all AP -1 weapons cry. Sadly, doesn't affect Disgustingly Resilient as it's an 'ignore' instead of a 'save' rule (if it did though, you could combine it with the Revoltingly Resilient WT to get T5 1+/3++/3+++ for all your immortality needs - incidentally, blatantly unfair cheesemongering bullshit like this is ''exactly'' why GW don't allow DR to be affected).
#* '''10:''' +1 T
#* '''11:''' +1 W
#* '''12:''' Daemonhood. As Spawndom, but replace the character with a Daemon Prince instead. Note any bonuses from previous Boon Table uses are lost as your character is explicitly stated to be ''slain'' and then a separate DP is set up, so if you don't want to lose your ultra-Lord of Contagion consider a command reroll to keep your earlier boons.
#'''''Chaos Familiar of Nurgle (1CP)''''': Use at the start of your Psychic Phase; a {{W40Kkeyword|DEATH GUARD PSYKER}} can swap one power known for another from the Contagion discipline. Very situational, but it can be useful. As written, this allows you to swap Smite for an extra Contagion power.
#'''''Cloud of Flies (1 CP)''''': During ''your'' movement phase, select a {{W40Kkeyword|DEATH GUARD INFANTRY}} unit. Until your next turn it cannot be the target of ranged attacks, unless they're the closest unit to the foe. This essentially gives your footsloggers the {{W40Kkeyword|CHARACTER}} rule making them immune to shooting attacks. It pairs remarkably well with a unit or two of Nurglings, who can use their Mischief Makers ability to get right up close before the battle even begins. Possessed also love this, considering how vulnerable they are to ranged attacks.
#*As clarified by the FAQ, Cloud of Flies "wins" against the special rule on Sniper weapons that lets them ignore proximity when targeting {{W40Kkeyword|CHARACTER}}s.
#*This ''cannot'' be used on units deep striking in at the end of a movement phase, because of the most recent FAQ, even though it is still the Movement Phase when it happens.
#**The FAQ entry states,
#***Q: If I set up a unit on the battlefield as reinforcements at the end of my Movement phase, can I then use any Stratagems that are used ‘during your Movement phase’?
#***A: No, unless the Stratagem specifically says otherwise
#'''''Fire Frenzy (1 CP)''''': Use on a Helbrute unit that did not move this turn. It may fire all its weapons twice but can only target the nearest visible enemy unit. Another CSM Stratagem and quite good. Consider a Helbrute with two gun arms to take advantage of this.
#'''''Gifts of Decay (1 or 3 CP)''''': Use before the start of the battle. You can have a second Relic of Decay for 1 CP, or 2 extra for 3 CP. All the Relics have to be different, and all have to go to different Characters.
#'''''Grandfather's Blessing (2CP)''''': Select a {{W40Kkeyword|DEATH GUARD INFANTRY}} unit. One model heals d3 wounds. If there are no wounded models in the unit, a single model that was slain earlier in the battle is returned to the unit with 1 wound. You guessed it, another CSM copypaste. The nice part about this one is that ''you'' choose which model gets resurrected. Champion blew himself sky-high with his Plasma Gun? Give 'im a second chance.
#'''''Killshot (1 CP)''''': Use in the shooting phase if you have a Predator within 6" of 2 other Predators. Add 1 to the wound rolls and damage for all of its attacks against Monsters and Vehicles. Again, the same as CSMs and regular Space Marines by extension.
#*Now only effects baseline Predators, not Hellforged ones. Probably hard to coordinate fire with a shrieking daemon, but it still sucks to not have.
#'''''Nurgle's Rot (3 CP)''''': Use in the shooting phase, but only once per battle. Select a {{W40Kkeyword|DEATH GUARD CHARACTER}} unit and roll a d6 for each enemy unit within 7" of them. On a 4+, the unit being rolled for suffers d3 mortal wounds. Note that this has no effect on units with the {{W40Kkeyword|NURGLE}} keyword, so don't use it in mirror matches or against Nurgle Daemons. If the enemy makes the error of bunching up his units then you can punish them pretty hard with this mini nurgly nuke.
#'''''Plague Pact (1 CP)''''': Use this stratagem when a {{W40kKeyword|DEATH GUARD CHARACTER}} attempts to summon a unit of {{W40kKeyword|NURGLE DAEMONS}} to the battlefield using a daemonic ritual. The summoning roll uses 4 dice instead of 3, and your character will not suffer any mortal wounds for rolling doubles or triples (no word on what happens if you somehow roll quadruples). <s>Make Word Bearers weep with how good this is.</s> Nah, Word Bearers are good at summoning again. Considering how much cheaper Daemons have gotten, this makes summoning a lot more viable.
#'''''Putrid Detonation (1 CP)''''': Select a vehicle that's lost its last wound; it explodes with no need to roll for it. Useful for one last "fuck you" to the guy who destroyed your Land Raider with his Assault Terminators.
#'''''The Dead Walk Again (1 CP)''''': Use at the start of the movement phase. Pick a unit of Poxwalkers and change their Curse of the Walking Pox to the following: "Each time an Infantry (Non-Poxwalker units) model, ''friend or foe'', is slain within 7″ of this unit, add one model to the unit." Pair up with a cultist blob to recycle your tarpit with ease.
#*'''RAW''', this stratagem allows a dead model to be raised as a poxwalker in multiple different units, for example if a poxwalker kills a model, another unit (with stratagem), 7" away, can also gain that model. Note however, the same stratagem can only be used once per phase, so you would not encounter a situation in which two units both had curse of the walking pox active.
#'''''Veteran of the Long War (1 CP)''''': Select a {{W40kKeyword|DEATH GUARD}} {{W40kKeyword|INFANTRY}} unit. They add 1 to all their to wound rolls for the rest of the phase. Cannot be stacked with blade of putrefaction in V9, but still can be used with grenade combo.

The following Stratagems can be found in Psychic Awakening: War of the Spider. They are roughly divided between 7 general stratagems and 14 unit specific ones.

General
#'''''Plaguechosen (1 CP)''''': Praise Nurgle, a way to get additional warlord traits. No duplicates. At the moment RAW does not say this is once per game, expect it to get FAQed.
#*Due to the wording of how named characters generate their forced warlord trait and the wording of this particular stratagem, it MAY be possible that this allows for you to give Typhus and Mortarion a different warlord trait as long as they are not nominated as your actual warlord. Stay tuned for a possible FAQ.
#'''''Relentless Volleys (1/2 CP)''''': Use in the Shooting phase. Select one Death Guard Infantry unit to shoot. Until the end of that phase, boltguns and boltgun profiles of combi-weapons become Rapid Fire 2. Combi-bolters become Rapid Fire 3. Costs 2 CP for units of 6 or more models. otherwise, it costs 1 CP.
#*Look like cacophony, and cacophony is strong... But this one only affect bolters only, which is nice fluff wise but a lot less usefull. If you want it to be worth it, you need to invest a lot more. The best choice here is a blob of 20 plague marines with Virulent rounds (which is very point efficient, see bellow) and your arch-contaminator. Very fluffy, but is it worth it? The damage are there ( with 80 shots reroll one to hit, reroll all to wound and AP-4 on six, you are the bane of all infantry in range) but your range is not the best (you can use one more CP for +6 range as you bolters are now plague weapon...) and more importantly, you use CPs that you need else where if you want to be CP efficient. Usefull on a pintch if you build have bolter plague marines, but not spammable.
#'''''Creeping Blight (1 CP)''''': Use in the fight phase. Select one Death Guard unit. Until the end of the phase, add 1 to any damage roll made for their attacks, and an unmodified wound roll of 6 becomes AP -4.
#*To add more combos to you combos. To use with blade of putrification, arch-contaminator and random damage weapons. ''Trench-fighter on the same unit. It is expensive, but boy does it hurt. Not worth it alone tho.'' Sadly does not work on 1D weapons.
#'''''Noxious Rupture (1 CP)''''': Use when the last model in a friendly Death Guard unit is destroyed. Select one enemy within 3" of that model. until the end of your opponents next turn, that unit suffers a -1 to its hit rolls.
#*Strong in itself but very very hard to pull of. Best case scenario is to charge an ennemy with your weak one to die on it (do not forget to say some terrorist joke). Other use case is some huge fight with multiple units to debuff a unit that has not attacked yet... Not often usefull.
#'''''Overwhelming Generosity (1 CP)''''': +6 range to Plague Weapons.
#* THIS. This is with contaminated Monstruosity one of the best new stratagem by far. Your foul blightspawm can now do more (if you are in a rhino, your potential range is now 23"). But most importantly you grenade combos become a LOT more powerfull, with a range from rhino of 3+5+6+6=20". Before it was a threat if the ennemy was too close. Now you can reliably hit with it. It also buff damage: before, it was difficult to have all plague marine in 6" range. And since the grenade combo damage is INSANE (a big enought unit can one shot about anything in the game), it changes a lot the way this army plays.
#'''''Life-Eater (1 CP)''''': Use in the fight phase. Select a Death Guard Unit. Plague weapons in that unit auto hit and wound on a hit roll of 6.
#'''''Contaminated Monstrosity (1/2 CP)''''': Use before the battle begin. Select one Death Guard unit (excluding Cultists and Titanic). Until the end of the battle, the unit gains the Disgustingly Resilient ability, if it did not already have it. If the unit has a wounds characteristic of 12 or less, the stratagem costs 1 CP. For 13 or more, it costs 2. There is currently no restriction on how many times it can be used pre-game.
#*The other BIG stratagem. It mean basically +50% tanking on your unit. A dreadnought with that become a lot more usefull, the predator also loves this. The defiler is an interesting case: it become with this one of the most cost/tanking efficient unit available, but for 2CP, which is expensive... Or you can just take 20 possessed with it. 40HP with Disgustingly Resilient is expensive but able to put some insane pressure on the ennemy.
#* Be carefull: you can burn all your cp on this one. Essentially very well spend cp's, but there are other things that you probably want to do.
#* It means a lot for DG gameplay: with that, you can totally spam long range unit and win the attrition shooting war agains most other armies... And force them to come to you, a thing that death guard love. Note that this is true for a long range anti-tank, but a lot less agains infantry... And that v9 is not kind for castel armies.

Unit Specific
#'''''Harbringer of Nurgle (1 CP)''''': Lord of Contagion pre-game buff. Gives him the same aura as a Chaos Lord.
#*While this is nice if autism prevents you from fielding a T4 model in a Death Guard army, the sad fact is a Chaos Lord is still cheaper and has better weapon options than a Lord of Contagion.
#*Typhus has the LORD OF CONTAGION keyword, so feel free to spend a command point to give the first captain a rule he should have had all along.
#'''''Virulent Rounds (1 CP)''''': Plague Marine Only. Use in the shooting phase. All bolters in the unit become Plague Weapons. In addition, unmodified wound rolls of 6 improve the AP to -4. The later effect only applies against infantry.
#*Very cp efficiant with archi-contaminator on infantry. It allow for the first time plague marines to be used as there fluff command: as blobs of slow moving grinding bolter infantry. Beware of the huge cp cost (you will want to use other stratagems on them, and it add up fast).
#'''''Putrid Fecundity (2/3 CP)''''': Plague Marine Only. Use during your enemy's shooting or fight phase. +1 to disgusting resilient rolls. Costs 2 CP for units of 10 or fewer models. Otherwise, it costs 3 CP.
#'''''Trench-Fighters (1 CP)''''': Plague Marine Only. Use in the fight phase. Models equipped with a plague knife may make one additional attack it.
#*More often than not this is of little benefit, as your units will be too small for the number of free attacks to matter. Even in a 20 man unit it amounts to a single dead Intercessor.
#*Alternative takes: with rerol ones to hits, rerol every thing to wound, +1 to wound and mortal wounds on 6, suddenly 20more attacks is 4 more Intercessor. Make it 5 with a mephytic blight howler that give -1PA. Make it 6 with the poxmonger command traits. On charge, a plague marines can have 4 attacks wiyh that... It is all abouts buff stack here.
#'''''Miasmal Afflictions (2 CP)''''': Plague Marine only. -1 toughness to enemy units within 1" of the unit. Does not stack with Mortarion's aura.
#'''''Soul Harvest (1 CP)''''': Daemon Prince with a Daemonic Axe or Hellforged Sword Only. Add 3 to the model's attacks, but they can only target infantry.
#'''''Foulgush (1 CP)''''': Foul Blightspawn Only. Use during the shooting phase to enhance its plague sprayer. Roll one additional D6 and discard one of the dice when you are determining the number of attacks and strength of the weapon.
#*The plague sprayer is a horrifying weapon, and making it more consistent is often worth it. Statistically this takes you from an average of 3.5 hits and S7 to 4.5 hits and strength 8, enough to one-shot a Dreadnought.
#*Remember that overwelming generosity gives you 23" range from a rhino (20 without it).
#'''''Warp Toll (1 CP)''''': Noxious Blightbringer Only. Enemy units within 7" add 1 to morale tests and double the number of models flee.
#'''''Hypertoxic Tinctures (1 CP)''''': Plague Surgeon pre-game buff. The model gains a reroll wound aura. Death Guard units within 6" of the Plague Surgeon may re-roll wound rolls 1 or 2 for attacks made with plague weapons.
#*Only even close to worth it if you've already given a model Arch-contaminator and your strategy requires a second re-roll bubble.
#* Goes well with shooty plague burst crawler and even better with a combos wormspitter/lascann predator. Note that you can also use it with a plague surgeon that reroll disguntingly resiliant on 1 and 2 and fulgaris helmet near a plague marines unit that can have 4+ disgunstingly resiliant. It will not change the world but at least now the plague surgeon is usable.
#'''''Eruption of Filth (1 CP)''''': Death Guard Terminator only. Use when a model in the unit is destroyed. roll one D6 for each non-Nurgle unit within 7". on a 4+, that unit suffers 1 mortal wound.
#* Not worth it, you have better ways to use your CPs...
#'''''Mutant Strain (1 CP)''''': Poxwalkers only. Use in the fight phase. Unmodified wound rolls of 6 inflict 1 mortal wound on the enemy, but unmodified hit rolls of 1 cause the poxwalkers to suffer 1 mortal wound.
#'''''Fire Fever (1 CP)''''': Helbrute Only. Use in the shooting phase on a Helbrute with two ranged weapons. You can reroll all hit rolls. All ranged weapons must target the same unit.
#* Legit on a Helbrute with disgustingly resiliant, missile launcher and twin lascann in the back lane if you need that extra edge in anti tank duty.Note that you can also use the other Hellbrut stratagem on top of it. Since flyer in 9th edition are the bane of your characters, it will never be useless.
#'''''Parasitic Fumes (1 CP)''''': Myphitic Blight-haulers only. Use at the end of the movement phase to give your little demon engines an AP boosting aura. For the rest of the turn, attacks allocated to enemy models within 7" of the blight-haulers have their AP improved by 1.
#*Note that this is ''all'' attacks, shooting and melee, plague weapon or not, and can affect multiple enemy units. For 1CP this is an absolute steal.
#* The force multiplier of the first AP is stastically HUGE (+100% damage on 2+ save for no AP attacks, +50% on 3+ saves...). This had one more reason to combine Myphitic Blight-haulers to plague marines blobs, since the best use is probably on grenade/blade of putrification combos.
#'''''Accelerated Entropy (1 CP)''''': Plagueburst Crawler only. Use pre-battle to give it a permanent aura. Entropy cannons it is equipped with, as well as those on other Plagueburst Crawlers within 7", gain the Plague weapon rule and treat damage rolls of 1 or 2 as a 3 instead.
#*How useful this is will depend heavily on how you play your crawlers. On a single unsupported crawler it's a small buff, but if you're running 3 next to an arch-contaminator it's will double the entropy cannons' damage against a Knight.
#* One of the best case scenario for a plague surgeon with the new reroll one and two.

==Tactical Objectives==
;11 - Death March
: 1 VP if at least 3 Death Guard {{W40kKeyword|INFANTRY}} units are in your opponent's half of the board.
;12 - Disgusting Devotions
: 1 VP if you passed at least 7 Disgustingly Resilient rolls this turn.
;13 - Grandfather's Gift
: 1 VP if at least one enemy unit was destroyed, with the last model in the unit being slain by a Plague Weapon. Given how many of your best weapons are Plague Weapons, this should be trivial.
;14 - Spread Contagion
: Pick a {{W40kKeyword|CHARACTER}}. If he survives until the end of the game, you get 1 VP. Obviously, this should be your toughest character to ensure that he doesn't snuff it.
;15 - Symbol of the Fly Lord
: d3 VP if you control '''exactly''' 3 objectives by the end of the turn. No more, no less.
;16 - Death Begets Life
: Score 1 VP if you killed 7 models this turn, scoring an extra VP for every 7 models you kill after that. A maximum of 7 VP can be scored from this Tactical Objective in this way (from a total of 49 models killed in a turn). Almost certain to make you win if you're fighting a horde army.

==Wargear==
===General===
===Weapons===
====Ranged====
*'''Autogun -''' 24" Rapid Fire 1 S3 AP0. (18 inch rapid with Inexorable Advance. Deathguard cultists still use the Deathguard codex datasheet, not the Chaos Marine one).
*'''Boltgun -''' 24" Rapid Fire 1 S4 AP0. As mentioned above, that extra 6" of Rapid Fire range is a bigger difference than it looks for Plague Marines.
*'''Blight grenade -''' Frag Grenade (6" Grenade 1d6 S3 AP0 D1) that rerolls 1s To Wound. Just about every unit in your army that would normally take Frag Grenades gets these instead, and they can be buffed from a surprising variety of sources.
*'''Krak grenade -''' 6" Grenade 1 S6 AP-1 D d3, always better than the bolt pistol/gun shot it replaces.
*'''Blight launcher -''' 24" Assault 2 S6 AP-2 D d3 plague weapon. A hard-hitting anti-infantry weapon that's also good against light vehicles. It can very well substitute plasma weapons if you want some more range in exchange with AP. It also has some really nice combo with Arch Contaminator. Now four points cheaper thanks to Chapter Approved!
*'''Plague Belcher -''' 9" Assault D6 S4 AP0 D1. Standard flamer with an extra inch of range and the plague weapon special rule. Don't underestimate that extra inch- it'll let you Overwatch more effectively than a basic flamer. (Deep striking units need to be placed outside of 9" so this flamer still cannot hit)
*'''Plague Spewer -''' Same as the Plague Belcher but with heavy D6 S5 and AP-1. The plague equivalent of the heavy flamer. Stronger, but keep in mind that you still can't shoot it after advancing, which is pretty important given your slow movement. It also comes at an ungodly price.
*'''Plasma Gun -''' 24" Rapid Fire 1 S7 AP-3 D1 or S8 AP-3 D2 and you die if you roll a 1. You know it, you love it. Say goodbye to anything but the toughest units. The decision here is whether you want the launcher, to rip apart infantry units, or plasma for those pesky tanks and TEQ's. Remember that you can also fire it twice if you are within 18".
*'''Meltagun -''' 12" Assault 1 S8 AP-4 D d6. If you're within half range, roll two damage dice and take the highest. One of the very few options the Death Guard have in dealing with large, tough units. Their pitiful range is somewhat mitigated by your ability to run and shoot them every turn with no penalty. Consider packing a model or two with a Great Plague Cleaver or Mace of Contagion, as you must be in charge range to use them anyway. Rhino delivery system optional, but recommended.

====Melee====
*'''Plague Knife -''' A basic CCW with the Plague Weapon special rule. It’s free, so shut up and take it.
*'''Plaguesword -''' A straight upgrade for your Plague Champions, <s>stolen</s> [[Blood Ravens|Gifted]] from a Plaguebearer. Like a Plague Knife, but rerolls all failed To Wound rolls instead. It's cheap at least...?
*'''Bubotic Axe -''' S+1 AP-2 D1, standard power axe but with the Plague Weapon special rule.
*'''Balesword -''' S: User, AP-3 D1, so a power sword, but, you guessed it, with Plague Weapon special rule. Note that this is the only plague weapon that the standard Chaos Lord can have.
*'''Power Fist -''' You know it, you love it. -1 To Hit, but doubles your Strength, has AP-3 and deals D3 damage. Your Plague Champions seem to have a fetish for them, but a Chaos Lord can use them, too.
*'''Flail of Corruption -''' The new hotness. Up to 2 Plague Marines per squad and 1 in 5 Blightlord Terminators can take these babies. D3 hit rolls per attack, S+2, AP-2, D2, Plague Weapon, and any excess damage it causes rolls over between targets, a tasty morsel of crunch very few units can get, so it has the best of all worlds: Lots of attacks, high AP and damage, and it's not a waste to use against single-wound models. Practically auto-include on anything that wants into melee, really. Pretty sad that characters cannot take it but whatever, perfection is Slaanesh's thing anyway.
**Designed for fucking over GEQs. S+2 means you're S6 (wounding on 2s), AP-2 means they don't get a Save and the Damage carrying over means that W1 doesn't mean shit.
**A very good reason to remember Death To The False Emperor, as every 6 on your first wave of hit rolls against Imperium armies generates an extra attack, each of which gives you D3 more hit rolls.
*'''Great Plague Cleaver -''' A Power Fist but with Plague Weapon and D6 damage. The main reasons not to take it are its horrendous points cost and the fact that only Plague Marines with their paltry single attack can take one. Best skip this, though cleaving a tank in two could be fun. It would be better if Champions had a fetish for this weapon instead of the Power Fist.
**''Alternate Take:'' The Death Guard don't really have any other options for dealing with close-range melee juggernaut units like Dreadnoughts or Monstrous Creatures outside of the very expensive Deathshroud. While Meltaguns can do alright, they don't really work if the squad gets locked in melee (and considering how slow your units are, you will get locked in melee). The Great Plague Cleaver can actually do fantastic work against these kinds of units, provided it's properly supported with a Tallyman or Lord. Combined with a Power Fist and some Plague Knife dudes to eat wounds, your Cleavers can work wonders as a counter-charge unit, dealing with those hard-hitting single units with ease. Combine it with Blades of Putrefaction and Veterans of the Long War and laugh as you smash chunks of wounds off of these units with a unit that costs a fraction of the price.
*'''Mace of Contagion -''' A flat 3 damage, S and AP buffs and, since it comes paired with a Bubotic Axe, also bestows a second attack. The downside is the -1 To Hit, but when hit rolls are that important, you just use the Axe instead. A bit expensive to swing both around, though.
*'''Manreaper -''' For a reasonable price we got a S+3 AP-3 Dd3 Plague weapon. Pretty damn cool if you ask me.
*'''Plaguereaper -''' S+2 AP-3 D3 plague weapon, only Lord of Contagion can have it, but given his hefty price he is probably better off with a Manreaper anyway.
**It's now only 3 points more than the Manreaper, so if you need the flat 3 damage, go for it

===Relics of Decay===
Note that Relics no longer cost points. Instead, you get a single free relic per army (if it is battleforged), and can pay CP to get 1-2 more. However, you can't put more than one relic on one guy. Also, because they mostly replace weapons, you can't give most of them to Daemon Princes.

*'''Plaguebringer:''' Replaces a plague knife, plaguesword, or balesword. SUser, AP-2, D3, Plague Weapon, and a 6+ to wound causes an extra mortal wound. Actually has worse AP than the balesword it could possibly replace, but if you want to improve the melee capability of a Biologis Putrifier, it's a flat upgrade over the free plague knife you could already take. Not so great in other situations, but of particular note when combined with the Blades of Putrefaction power (a termi sorcerer can wield this by replacing a power sword, or you can always buff the wielder with a separate caster); in that case, it will deal 1 mortal wound when you roll a 5 on the die, and ''2'' when you roll a 6.
*'''The Suppurating Plate:''' Grants a 2+ armor save, and in the Fight phase, if the bearer passes a save, the unit that caused the saved wound takes a mortal wound on a 4+. GW has noted that against melee tarpits such as Ork Boyz, this leads to an amusing game of "quit hitting yourself" that combos very nicely with a Daemon Prince's T6, 8 wounds, and Disgustingly Resilient. Also, remember that the wearer of the plate deals mortal wounds on ''any'' successful save, including invulnerable ones, which is going to ruin hordes and tarpits when combined with the "quit hitting yourself" effect. Just remember, only saves trigger it - the higher your toughness, the less often it will go off, because fewer wounds will reach your save.
*'''The Pandemic Staff:''' Psykers only. Adds +1 to Psychic tests to manifest Smite. A flat buff that lets you inflict more mortal wounds, especially on a Malignant Plaguecaster, since it makes it easier to get that 7+.
**Takes the wielder's average output from 1.79 mortal wounds to 2.08, on top of making him harder to Deny and triggering the Malignant Plaguecaster's special rule more frequently.
*'''The Dolorous Knell:''' Noxious Blightbringer only. At the start of the morale phase, roll a d6 for every enemy unit within 7"; on a 6, that unit takes a mortal wound. Additionally, when taking morale tests within that range, the opponent must roll 2d6 and discard the lowest. Perfect for when you need just one little push to make a squad break.
*'''Fugaris' Helm:''' Improves the range of aura-based abilities <s>ON THE CHARACTER'S DATASHEET</s> (now errata'd to include warlord traits, etc) by 3". As most of your auras are 7", this will boost them to an impressive 10", while it will effectively double the auras of most of your Elites slot characters. Also covers your plague ridden face, making you feel pretty.
**Consider combining this with the '''Living Plague''' warlord trait, as it will double said trait's range.
*'''Plague Skull of Glothila:''' A 7" Grenade 1 weapon that can only be used once per battle. If it hits, roll a d6 for each model in the unit that was hit, re-rolling 1s - on a 6, the unit takes a mortal wound, ''for each 6 rolled''. Effectively a single-use Plague Wind that doesn't need a psychic test and is more likely to cause mortal wounds, thanks to that built-in re-roll, so use it on that 50-man conscript blob and watch it melt into disgusting goo.
**It goes without saying this should only go on a BS2+ model, preferably that re-rolls 1s/misses, as you really, ''really'' need this weapon to hit the one time you throw it, if you're going to use it. Assuming it's a Chaos Lord or Daemon Prince throwing this thing, its expected output against that 50-man conscript blob is 9.45 mortal wounds, which gets worse as the target unit's model count goes down, so use judiciously.

The following relics can be found in Psychic Awakening: War of the Spider
*'''The Ague Stone:''' Lord of Contagion Only. Enemy models within 3" of the bearer subtract 1 from their strength characteristic
*'''Allwyther:''' Replaces a balesword. Strength +1, AP -3 D 2. It counts as a plague weapon and invulnerable saves cannot be made against its damage.
*'''The Daemon's Toll:''' Noxious Blightbringer only. Friendly DEATH GUARD Units, not infantry, UNITS, within 7" of the bearer gain a 5+ invulnerable save. Does not apply to cultists and poxwalkers.
**Combine this with the Contaminated Monstrosity Stratagem to create some truly hideously durable vehicles.
*'''The Epidemicyst Blade:''' Demon Prince only. Replaces a Hellforged Sword. You gain +1 strength, the plague weapon rule, and Unmodified hits of 6 scores 1 additional hit.
*'''The Putrid Periapt:''' PSYKER only. The bearer knows one additional psychic power. Once in each of your psychic phase, after a psychic power is resolved that was manifest by a model with this relic, the bearer can regain up to D3 wounds.
*'''Wormspitter:''' Replaces a bolt pistol. While it has decent range and ap for a pistol, its main draw is its special rule. A unit hit by the pistol becomes "corroded" for the rest of the turn. Any Death Guard unit (including vehicles) that target a corroded unit with attacks gain the benefit of the plague weapon rule. This applies to both melee and ranged weapons.
#* Some builds will love this: it allows blade of putrification+arch-contaminator for poxwalkers and possessed, lascann predators, shooty hellbrutes and mephitic blight howler to be a lot more efficient. We are talking about huge damage buff here. Just shoot this knight and unleash hell on it!
#* The big issue is it's short range and the small number of units able to carry it. Best choice is the chaos lord.
#*You need a real team work here: your short range rhino rush can take position for your shooty units to do the job for example... And here the question: where do you put your arc-contaminator? Near the shooty units to use this to the fullest? Near the plague marines with the insane grenade combos? There is several options here... But it will always be an issue.
#* It can be a good idea to use overwelming generosity to add 6" to the weapon range. Note that a chaos lord coming from a rhino have a 30" range control zone with that. Enought to insure that you can take your turn one focus if needed.

==Psychic Powers==

Keep in mind that you may choose or roll on the tables below!

===Contagion Discipline===

#'''Miasma of Pestilence''' - Warp Charge 6. Select a visible friendly {{W40kKeyword|DEATH GUARD}} unit within 18". Any attack that targets that unit is at -1 to hit. Note that overwatch hit rolls cannot be modified in any way, so you can't become immune to Tau shenanigans. However, this can cause overcharged plasma shots to overheat on 2s (including in Overwatch), so there's that. With Deathshroud and Blightlord Terminators, this spell will be absolutely horrifying, as it makes the unit you target not so much immune to plasma as it makes opponents shooting them with plasma <s>spontaneously combust</s> even more motivated to fire on safe mode, and thus increase your 'nators durability even further. Alternatively, throw this on one of the FW flyers that you've given a Mark of Nurgle to and laugh as your opponent pathetically attempts to take it down when they have a -2 to hit it; even dedicated anti-aircraft weapons will struggle (not true in v9 anymore).
#'''Gift of Contagion''' - Warp Charge 7. Select a visible enemy unit within 18" and debuff them with either -1 Attack, Strength, or Toughness (randomly rolled for.) Since you can't pick and choose which of these happens, this isn't as impressive as it could be. That said, if you plan on going into melee with the target unit anyway, any result is going to be useful to some extent.
#'''Plague Wind''' - Warp Charge 5. Select an enemy unit within 18" and roll a die for each model in the unit; 6s cause mortal wounds. Effectively, this won't ever do much, but as it is one of the very, VERY few things left that scale with target unit size, you should take this if you are seeing tarpits on the other side of the table. And hey, what other Warp Charge 5 power can kill 8 Conscripts (assuming a 48-50 man blob) on average?
#'''Blades of Putrefaction''' - Warp Charge 5. Oh my, this thing. Choose a visible friendly {{W40kKeyword|DEATH GUARD}} unit within 18" and add 1 to all wound rolls it makes in the fight phase. Rolls of 7+ using melee plague weapons inflict a mortal wound. Stab that Land Raider with a rusty knife! It is probably the most synergistic power in the entire codex, since nearly every cool weapon we have is also a plague weapon.
#* Or just use the wormspitter to make it a plague weapon. Full combo, you can one shot a knight with poxwalkers now.
#'''Putrescent Vitality'''- Warp Charge 6. A visible friendly {{W40kKeyword|DEATH GUARD INFANTRY}} unit gains +1S and +1T. Unlike other buff spells, this one affects units and not models, so use it on those Poxwalkers and make them undying. (You did bring Typhus, didn't you?)
#'''Curse of the Leper'''- Warp Charge 7. If manifested, roll 7d6. The closest enemy unit within 14" takes a mortal wound for each roll that exceeds its toughness characteristic. It might not have the potential to cause more mortal wounds than Plague Wind (and won't work at all on units with T6 or higher for obvious reasons), but it's more reliable against units with lower toughness. Like, just as an arbitrary example, the ones that have been debuffed by Gift of Contagion or Mortarion's aura. Generally speaking, only better than ''Smite'' against T3 or below; if the caster is carrying the Pandemic Staff, only better against T2 or below (after debuffs, of course).

==The Seven Plague Companies==
Following the template applied to the Thousand Sons in Psychic Awakening: Ritual of the Damned, Death Guard got their own version in Psychic Awakening: War of the Spider. These new rules allow you to dedicate your detachments to one of seven plague companies, with certain models gaining an associated keyword. Each company gets a warlord trait, a relic, and two stratagems. Note that you can only take the relic if your warlord is from the same plague company as the relic.

===The Harbingers===
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The 1st Plague Company is led by Typhus the Traveler. They are accompanies by vast hordes of plague zombies, and maintain hundreds of strains of zombie plagues.

Thematically, they are the classic zombie horde. Massive swarms of shambling corpses led by Death guard are pushed into your opponents lines, while others rise from beneath the ground to strangle their foes.

Mechanically, they are slightly different from the others. Both Typhus and Poxwalkers gain the Harbringer keyword if included in this detachhment, and their rules emphasize taking large hordes of the latter.

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*'''Warlord Trait- Shamblerot:''' When the warlord kills an enemy Infantry model with a melee weapon, add one model to a friendly Harbringes Poxwalkers unit within 7". If you raise the unit county above its starting strength, you have to pay reinforcement points.
*'''Relic- Rotskull Bomb:''' Can only be taken by a model with a blight grenade. 6" grenade 2D3, S 5, AP -2, D 2. In addition, it auto hits and counts as a plague weapon.
*'''Stratagems'''
**From the Carrion Heaps (1/3 CP): Use before the battle. One Unit (1 CP) or 2 units (3 CP) of Harbringers Poxwalkers can arrive via deepstrike (within 9" of any table edge, and more than 9" away from enemy models). There are no size restriction on how many models arrive. Can only be used once per battle.
**Life Beyond Death (1 CP): Use in the fight phase when the last model in a Harbringers unit is destroyed as the result of an attack. The unit containing the model that made the attack suffers D3 mortal wounds.
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===The Inexorable===
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The 2nd Plague Company are known as the Inexorable for the favored tactics; they crush their foes beneath lumbering battle tanks and mechanized assaults. Their signature disease is the Ferric Blight, which coats both power armor and vehicles in crawling rust.

Thematically, they hearken back to the good old days of the Horus Heresy, when vast waves of slow-moving tanks crushed loyalists under their treads.

Mechanically, The Inexorable use infantry to support and screen their vehicles as they advance on their targets.

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*'''Warlord Trait- '''Ferric Blight''':''' Enemy vehicles within 7" of the Warlord become vulnerable as plague-rust eats at their hulls. Attacks made by friendly Inexorable models against said vehicle improve their AP by 1.
*'''Relic '''The Leechspore Casket''':''' When a model is destroyed as a result of an attack made with a melee weapon by a model in your army with this relic, one friendly Inexorable Vehicle model within 18" regains up to one lost wound. Max of 3 wounds per turn as a result of this ability.
*'''Stratagems'''
**Unholy Essence (1 CP): Select up to three Inexorable Vehicle units from your army. They gain the Inexorable Advance ability.
**Ferric Miasma (1 CP): Use in your opponent's charge phase when an Inexorable unit becomes the target of a charge by an infantry unit.subtract 2 from the opponents charge roll.

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===Mortarion's Anvil===
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The 3rd Plague Company are known as Mortarion's Anvil, and they maintain the Death Guard's long standing preference for trench warfare. They dig in and let opponents batter themselves to death against their defenses. Their signature disease is Gloaming Bloat. Symptoms include fever, sweating, speaking with a wet gurgle, and bloating like a week-dead drowned corpse.

Thematically, this Plague Company emphasizes durability and close quarters melee combat.

Mechanically, their warlord trait and first stratagem, Futility made Flesh, help make durable units like terminators and Lords of Contagion even more so. Their relic and second stratagem help out in melee.

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*'''Warlord Trait-''' Gloaming Bloat: Enemies can only wound your warlord on wound rolls of 4+
*'''Relic: ''' Tollkeeper: Tallyman only, unmodified 6's on hit rolls from melee attacks from friendly units within 7" of the bearer generate an additional hit.
*'''Stratagems'''
**Futility Made Flesh (2/3cp) - In opponent's shooting phase, when a Mortarion's Anvil terminator unit is targeted, reduce damage by 1 until end of phase. Costs 2 cp for 5 or fewer models, 3 for 6+ models. Your blightlord termies can now laugh off overcharged plasma
**Relaptic Assault (1cp) - Use in opponent's charge phase, 1 infantry unit can heroically intervene.

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===The Wretched===
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The 4th Plague Company are disliked for their high numbers of sorcerers and summoning rituals. Known as The Wretched, they are ruled by a gestalt Daemon known as the Eater of Lives, and their signature disease, the Eater Plague, reduces the corpses of enemies into a slimy gruel.

Thematically, they are a company of psykers, witches, and warp-dabblers in a Legion renowned for hating that sort of thing.

Mechanically, the Wretched favor Malignant Plaguecasters, Daemon Princes, and Sorcerers.

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*'''Warlord Trait- '''Eater Plague''':''' When an enemy model is destroyed as a result of an attack made with a melee weapon by the Warlord, they regain one lost wound, to a maximum of 3 per phase.
*'''Relic '''The Daemon's Favor''':''' Malignant Plaguecaster only. The bearer replaces their Pestilential Fallout ability with "Torrent of Putrefaction": Every time the bearer resolves a psychic power with a roll of 6 or less, they deal a mortal wound to the nearest enemy unit within 7" of the bearer. If the roll was 7 or more, a ''selected'' unit within 7" suffers D3 mortal wounds instead.
*'''Stratagems'''
**The Rotted Veil (1 CP): A Wretched Character that has not performed a Daemonic Ritual can perform one, even if they moved or arrived from reinforcements this turn. In addition, for the purpose of performing the ritual, only roll one D6 for the summoning roll and add 7 to the result.
**Sevenfold Blessings (1 CP): Use before the battle. One use per battle. Select one Wretched Psyker. For the rest of the battle, that psyker can re-roll one of the dice when taking psychic tests.
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===The Poxmongers===
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The 5th Plague Company are known as the Poxmongers, and they make extensive use of Daemon Engines. They signature disease, the Sanguous Flux, causes endless, half-clotted bleeding and leaves foul red-black trails.

Thematically, they bring the ~~bloody~~ Sanguous flux wherever they go, leaving red trails in the tread of their mighty demon engines.

Mechanically, they buff up Daemon engines, giving them better survivability and making them better at mulching enemy infantry.

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*'''Warlord Trait- '''Sanguous Flux''':''' The Warlord and friendly Poxmonger units within 7" of the Warlord improve the armor penetration of their melee weapons when attack enemy infantry units.
*'''Relic '''Ironclot Furnace''':''' Poxmongers Daemon Engine units from your army have a 4+ invulnerable save whilst their unit is within 7" of a friendly model with this relic.
*'''Stratagems'''
**Bilous Bloodrush (1 CP) Poxmongers Daemon Engine unit can shoot in a turn in which it Fell back.
**The Flux Abated (1 CP) Use in the fight phase when an enemy model is destroyed by a friendly Poxmongers Daemon Engine Unit. One model in that unit can regain up to D3 lost wounds.

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===The Ferrymen===
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The Ferrymen are the 6th Plague Company. Also known as the Brethren of the Fly, they maintain plague fleets and acquire new ships to add to Mortarion's armada. Instead of a signature disease, they are riddled with parasitic plague insects collectively known as the Droning.

Thematically, they focus on obtaining new ships for the plague fleets and fielding large numbers of Blightlord Terminators.

Mechanically, they focus on buffing blightlords and increasing your army's auras, as well as making your warlord a scary bugger in melee.

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*'''Warlord Trait'''- '''The Droning''' Enemy units within 12" of this warlord add 2 to morale tests.
*'''Relic '''Ferryman's Scythe''':''' Plaguereaper with S8 and unmodified wound rolls of 6 inflict an additional 1 mortal wound each.
*'''Stratagems'''
**Vermid Whispers - (1cp) When a unit of Ferrymen blightlord terminators shoots, +1 to the hit rolls. Reduces risk of overcharging combi-plasma
**On Droning wings - (2cp) At start of movement phase, select a Ferrymen unit. Increase that uni-t's aura abilities by 7" until the end of the turn. Since most of your aura's affect things your opponent does (ie Foul Blightspawn), you should probably use it in your opponent's movement phase. On the other hand, good at spreading out Arch-Contaminator or Biologus Putrifier's grenades.

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===Mortarion's Chosen Sons===
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Mortarion's Chosen Sons are the 7th Plague Company and the closest to their primarch's favor. They include numerous alchemists and plague surgeons. The company's signature disease is Crawling Pustulance, also known as boilblight, lumpen splatter, and Nurgle's Fruit, and it causes the bearer to form pustules corrosive fluid across their body.

Thematically, they are Mortarion's personal boys, a company of dark alchemists and plague brewers in the manner of their patron deity.

Mechanically, they buff plague spewers and similar weapons, while also bringing more reliable plague surgeons.

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*'''Warlord Trait- Crawling Pustulance -''' -1 to hit warlord in melee. Also, when enemy unit within 3" falls back, roll a d6. On a 2+, they take d3 mortal wounds.
*'''Relic - Vomitryx -''' Replaces the Foul Blightspawn's firehose for one that is 7 shots, S7, AP-3, 2D
*'''Stratagems'''
**Alembical Narthecium (1cp) - Pre-battle upgrade for a Plague Surgeon. Buffs his DR rerolls aura for 1's and 2's
**Plague Brewers (1cp) - When shooting with a unit with plague belchers, plaguespurt guantlets, or plague spewers, increase damage of those weapons to 2.

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==Unit Analysis==
All units without rules that are listed here can be assumed to use the equivalent Chaos Space Marines rules, with {{W40kKeyword|Death Guard}} replacing the {{W40kKeyword|<LEGION>}} keyword and {{W40kKeyword|NURGLE}} as its {{W40kKeyword|<}}{{W40kKeyword|MARK OF CHAOS}}{{W40kKeyword|>}}, as well as any special rules applicable to the Death Guard replacing the Legion Trait.

*'''Important Note on Psykers!:''' While you're generally better off taking Codex versions of the Daemon Prince and the various non-Plaguecaster Sorcerers, there is one very specific circumstance where you might want the index one instead--they use the Dark Hereticus Discipline, while even the otherwise copy-paste entries in the Codex use Contagion. While most of the Contagion powers are probably better for the Death Guard, certain Dark Hereticus powers (cough''Warptime''cough) can be VERY helpful. It's also worth noting that when the CSM codex was released, GW specifically said that Psykers from Index: Chaos can use the expanded Dark Hereticus list from Codex: CSM (Magnus was listed as an example) just in case you wanted to be [[That Guy|That Guy]] and cast ''Diabolic Strength'' on Mortarion.
*'''Legends Models''' - Questionably legal for play in matched as they will no longer be receiving '''ANY''' changes. Ask your opponent or TO before you show up to a tournament with your Hereticus casting, Nurgling driving, Sorcerers.
===HQ===
See [https://i.imgur.com/rHQD4Yl.jpg this ruling] for an explanation, but you use Codex datasheets with Index points values when both datasheets exist but you're using wargear only available from the Index, and Index datasheets when the Codex datasheet doesn't exist, with Codex points values for wargear when available. This is relevant to multiple HQ choices who lost options when the Codex came out.

*'''Daemon Prince''' - Note the difference from the Daemon Prince of Nurgle, below; the name change does not matter, because the Daemon Prince is an Index model that is overridden by Codex:Chaos Space Marines and Codex:Thousand Sons datasheets. However, to get a Daemon Prince with the Dark Hereticus powers you can run one from the aforementioned codices. Compared to the Nurgle version, hasn't got Disgustingly Resilient, but can take a Warp Bolter (which is where it will come up that he ''won't'' get Inexorable Advance - Death Guard are the only Legion who don't share their trait with their Demon Princes).
*'''Daemon Prince of Nurgle''' - Buffs himself, Death Guard, and Nurgle Daemons the same way a Chaos Lord buffs their Legion. Also a seriously powerful melee character who, thanks to his Wound count, can still hide behind your dudes. Same as the CSM version, but with Disgustingly Resilient. The FAQ specified that it can take wings for 24 pts. Can now bring a Plague Spewer (if using a sword and one claw), which makes up for not having a Warp Bolter, but still doesn't get Inexorable Advance, because Death Guard are bad at trait sharing; because the weapon automatically hits, this doesn't actually matter, but it's still massive [[derp]]. Must also follow the Contagion discipline (which is great when you want to cast the -1 to hit spell on him). Remember that this unit is Death Guard specific.
*'''Chaos Lord''' - Your "basic bitch" with a "reroll 1s To Hit"-aura that especially your plasma guns like. Same stats as CSM version, but replaces frag grenades with blight grenades. Interestingly he can take a Balesword, but none of the other new Nurgle-only melee weapons. It's also probably one of the better options for him, since with Arch-Contaminator this is basically a Lightning Claw with better AP for two points less.
**'''Chaos Lord Jump Pack (Legends Model)''' - Can still be run using the Legends point costs for wargear.
**'''Chaos Lord on Palanquin of Nurgle (Legends Model)''' - Same story as above but because it is {{W40Kkeyword|CAVALRY}}, it ''won't'' get Inexorable Advance.
**'''Chaos Lord in Terminator Armour''' - Same as a standard Chaos Lord, but with -1" M, +1 W and +1 Sv. He can do a pretty good thing that his little brother can't: deep strike. Blightlords are going to thank you, especially if you give him Arch-Contaminator as well. A balesword is pretty good on this guy too for the same exact reason as above.
*'''Sorcerer''' - Unless fielded with a Palanquin, he uses Contagion instead of Dark Hereticus.
**'''Sorcerer with Jump Pack (Legends Model):''' Still legal, but has to use Contagion.
**'''Sorcerer on Palanquin of Nurgle (Legends Model)''' - Legends datasheet, with Codex points values for ''wargear'' (use the Legends points value for the model itself). As a result, this is your only Sorcerer who can use Dark Hereticus; because it is {{W40Kkeyword|CAVALRY}}, it ''won't'' get Inexorable Advance.
**'''Sorcerer in Terminator Armour''' - Got a massive price cut in Chapter Approved, but still vastly inferior to what Typhus can bring to the table. Typhus is tougher, stronger in melee, a better Psyker, and buffs your units more. Yeah. Take only if you already have Typhus and for some reason don't want a Daemon Prince.
*'''Lord of Contagion''' - Your generic Nurgle-blessed Chaos Lord, with a Plaguereaper/Manreaper, Cataphractii armor, the ability to deep strike, and the Disgustingly Resilient rule, but ''without'' the re-roll aura. Like Typhus, he has the Nurgle's Gift aura instead, which allows all Death Guard models within 7" to cause mortal wounds to units they are in melee with on a 4+. Inexplicably, they've ''lost'' wargear options in their promotion from Deathshroud Terminators, and can't take 1 or 2 Plaguespurt Gauntlets.
**Had a massive price drop from 137/150pts with a man/plaguereaper down to 112/115 respectively. It used to be an auto-upgrade to Typhus for the extra points, but now the difference is a fairly chunky 60pts for psychic powers and 2d6 extra attacks that hit on a 5+.
**Since Nurgle's Gift triggers at the start of your turn, it is best suited to counter units who charged the previous turn. Put this guy near a Blightspawn if you absolutely don't want a certain unit to be charged.
**As of Chapter Approved 2018, Plaguereapers are now only 3 points more than Manreapers, meaning the choice between the two now largely depends on what you want him to do. While Manreapers will cause more wounds against T6 and T7, Plaguereapers will demolish multi-wound heavy infantry (like Tyranid Warriors or Terminators) as the flat 3 Damage means that every wound that gets through will kill something.
***Note that dropping from S7 to S6 only makes a difference against T6, T7, T12, and T13, plus you can buff strength pretty easily using Putrescent Vitality
*'''Malignant Plaguecaster''' - Nurgle-themed Sorcerer with a corrupted staff (force staff), blight grenades, and Disgustingly Resilient. He knows Smite and two Contagion powers. Every time he rolls a 7+ on his psychic test, the closest enemy unit within 7" takes a mortal wound, which makes him fantastic in short-ranged firefights, same as the Plague Marines. Keep him in Grenade range and he can unleash a Blight Grenade, Smite, either a buff, debuff, or yeet more Mortal Wounds, and then 2 Mortal Wounds from his ability for casting twice. That's quite a lot of dakka, most of which also works in melee.
**Remember the '''Pestilential Fallout''' occurs after the power is resolved. Don't '''Smite''' the enemy within 7" and go denying yourself a "free" Mortal Wound.
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===Special Characters===
*'''[[Typhus]]''' - Grossest living mortal being in the galaxy. Incredibly tanky with a 2+/4++ (with Cataphractii armor, which halves his Advance rolls), the Disgustingly Resilient rule, and six wounds. He gives all Poxwalkers within 7" of him Strength 4 and Toughness 4, as well as blessing any Death Guard models within 7" of him with the ability to cause mortal wounds to units they are in combat with on a 4+, which conveniently stacks with his own Living Plague Warlord Trait. His Destroyer Hive is now a Pistol 2d6 weapon with S4 and AP-3 that always hits on a 5+ (even on Overwatch!), and he knows Smite and two Contagion powers in addition to his S+3 AP-3 D3 '''[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kevin_Spacey MASTER CRAFTED MANREAPER]'''. He can also teleport. He is quite versatile, allowing you to putting him on foot along with poxwalkers and plague marines for a huge blob of nasty space AIDS or send him deepstriking along with blight lords and every good thing you can think. You can also pair him with a chaos lord in terminator armor or a Lord of Contagion and give them the role of general and Arch Contaminator, making Typhus even more killy.
**Though it may be slightly unfluffy, he pairs exceedingly well with Necrosius. Give Necrosius Arch Contaminator and he will do the job of a Chaos Lord, while buffing Poxwalkers even further.
**Typhus' Manreaper gives him D3, something that should never be overlooked. Have a friendly allied sorcerer (or Typhus himself with the CSM Familiar Strategem) cast Diabolic Strength on him for that tasty +2S and +1A, then have him cast Blades of Putrefaction on himself. This gives Typhus 6 attacks against a T8 opponent (*cough*Knights*cought*) in the first turn, hitting on 2s, wounding on 2s (re-rolling fails) and doing additional mortal wounds on 6s (5s with VotLW). This makes him a fairly reasonable platform for doing high damage to tough targets. He is not invincible, but with his T5, 2+/4++/5+++, it is not impossible for him to tank a fair number of hits from even a very strong opponent in retaliation. Don't forget the mortal wounds he puts out every turn from his WT and LoC aura.

====Forge World====
*'''[[Necrosius the Undying]]''' - Necrosius lost his Plague Zombies in favor of Poxwalkers which is not super surprising. T5 W6 A4 Ld9 and a 3+/4++ save. Has Death to the False Emperor and Disgustingly Resilient. Buffs friendly units with {{W40Kkeyword|THE TAINTED}} keyword by adding 1 to their to hit rolls during the fighting phase (if you take him in Death Guard, he only buffs himself and Mamon Transfigured). Also buffs Poxwalker units by allowing them to reroll results of 1 for their Disgustingly Resilient rolls. However unfluffy and abhorrent, combining this with Typhus's +1S/+1T to Poxwalkers buff would be a very interesting combination. He can cast two powers a turn, can attempt to deny 3 psychic powers in each enemy phase (cool!), and knows three psychic powers from the Contagion discipline (also cool!).
**<s>Always take him over a Malignant Plaguecaster. He knows 1 more spell, buffs your troops and has better weapons. For just 10 as of Chapter Approved 25 points more.</s>
***Chapter Approved has made it more of a desicion to take Necrosius. At 40pts more than the Plaguecaster you are paying for two denies, knowing one more spell, Surgeon effect for Poxwalkers, and a AP1 D2 Bolt pistol.
**[[Derp|Despite basically being a Force Bubotic Axe,]] [[RAW]] [[Fail|his Tainted Force Blade is not a Plague Weapon and thus is not buffed by any ability that affects them.]]
*'''[[Mamon Transfigured]]''' - Named Daemon Prince and the bastard responsible for the entire mess at Vraks, but only allows re-rolling misses of 1 in the Fight Phase for {{W40kKeyword|THE TAINTED}}. Has two melee weapons, a kick that ''really'' excels at murdering high-wound infantry (it deals 3 more damage to them) but is also his best bet against most targets, and a punch that can also deal mortal wounds. The punch is usually worse, but has some very specific niche use-cases, like murdering Knights, or against stuff with high-level invulns. Also has an auto-hitting 9" Pistol 2D3 S* AP-1 D1 weapon that wounds non-vehicles on a 2+ and Vehicles on a 6+. Not particularly great at face value.
**Amusingly, despite his weapons being called 'Contagion Spray', 'Pustulant Stomp', and 'Fist of Decay' (all of which include names of nurglite illnesses), [[derp|not one of them is a plague weapon]], which makes him a little less reliable at wounding in cc than the other big hitters in the Death Guard (I wonder who we could mean...). Despite this, he still hits at S8 or S9, so it's kinda mitigated.
**Alternate Opinion: He may not be great at face value, but when you dig a little deeper, you realise that this is one of the hidden gems of the forge world rules sets, one of the nigh-mythical Forge World units that hit very hard without being insanely overcosted (looking at you, mastodon). First, when you factor in that he only costs 200 points, he immediately becomes a lot better; for that, you get a high toughness, 5+ invuln, along with DR, (and a 3+ armour save if he’s near a blight hauler and in a building) making him extremely durable, and with the fact that he's below W10 meaning that he can't be shot at unless he's the nearest unit (and as you're likely to be spamming poxwalkers anyway) making him a tough customer for your opponent to deal with. His Spray wounding everything except {{W40kKeyword|vehicles}} on 2s is hilarious considering the sheer number of units that aren’t vehicles, including all named characters and [[rape|tyranid bio-titans]] (yes, this guy wounds bio titans on 2s in the shooting phase). His fist dealing additional wounds at S9 but only being ap -1 is invaluable against armies with non-{{W40kKeyword|infantry}} units that have very high toughness and invuln saves like Knights (who, incidentally, are the most popular ally for imperial armies), and his kick is excellent against TEQs and named characters (barring primarchs and nids), all while allowing himself (and others around him if you choose them to have {{W40kKeyword|The Tainted}} keyword in addition to {{W40kKeyword|Death Guard}}) to Reroll hit rolls of 1 in the fight phase. At power 9 he's also quite easy to summon using Daemonic Ritual, preventing him from being targeted down and essentially meaning he can deep strike so long as your Psyker is nearby. So, a mini great unclean one that can deepstrike and hits like a rape train in shooting ''and'' melee? Yes please. In short, he's the middle ground between Typhus' force multiplication and Mortarion's "'''Imma gon' kill EVERYTHING'''". Use him for taking down the enemy's warlord and his elite bodyguard, or for showing the middle finger to the guy who deepstriked his unit beside that "lone" sorcerer.
*'''[[Cor'bax Utterblight]]:''' - He's a tough customer, even for Nurgle characters. T8, 12 wounds, 5++, Disgustingly Resilient that gets buffed to 4+ if hit by anything that does 1 damage (pair with the revoltingly resilient warlord trait for 3+ disgustingly resilient against 1 damage weapons). Offensively, he has no ranged weapons, but in melee he hits at S6 dealing 3 damage at -3AP with his main weapon but each hit of a 6 becomes 3, which is nasty... and then gets D6 more attacks at S2 AP0 D1 from his worms after he's done swinging. But wait - that's not all, because when he charges, enemies within an inch of him take a mortal wound a 2+. Oh, and he also ignores movement penalties caused by terrain for his charge rolls, and dishes out D6 mortal wounds to any unit within D6" on a 4+ if he dies. Sounds great, but once he starts taking damage (which will hapen as he's a {{W40kKeyword|Character}} with more than 10 wounds), he starts losing some serious speed; therefore, better to summon him, especially as he can't hit back at range as he doesn't have ranged weapons - he's juuuust at the point where summoning him is doable at PL12. He's a great way to fit a GUO into your army when it's otherwise not allowed.

===Elites===
*'''[[Noxious Blightbringer]]''' - A debuff machine with a plasma pistol, Disgustingly Resilient, a cursed plague bell (D2 poisoned close combat weapon), and blight grenades. Units within 7" of him are at -1 Leadership, and friendly Death Guard models in the same radius roll 2d6 and pick the highest when Advancing (which is the reason to take him). Would not be surprising to see this model proxied as a Plaguecaster, as it looks magnificent. Being Elite, the Blightbringer also doesn't eat into your HQ budget. That said, being Elite he also doesn't help you fill HQ slots.
*'''[[Foul Blightspawn]]''' - [[Nurgle|77]] points, 5″, WS/BS 3+, Strength 4, Toughness 5, 3 Attacks, 4 wounds, Leadership 8, 3+ save. His weapon, the Plaguesprayer, is a 9" Assault 1d6 S2d6 AP-3 D3 Plague Weapon that autohits like a flamer, which means that with a good enough roll for its S and number of shots it can trash anything from MEQs to vehicles. The Unholy Death's Head grenade he carries can be used by him (or another friendly DEATH GUARD Character within 3" of him) to upgrade their Blight Grenade/Hyper Blight Grenade to Grenade 2d6 once per game. He's no slouch in assault either, due to his ability Revolting Stench (yep his power is stinking). It causes enemy units within 7" of him to lose the ability to fight first in the Fight phase, even if they charged or have rules that would otherwise allow them to fight first. For glass cannon melee units that rely on being the first to strike in the Fight phase to compensate for their poor durability (like Daemonettes, Howling Banshees, and Emperor's Children Chaos Space Marines), this can leave them defenseless at the worst possible time. This also doubles as a bit of cross-god synergy: send a Blightspawn in with some Slaaneshi daemons or Emperor's Children marines, and you'll ensure that they ALWAYS Fight First, for real this time.

**If you want to go hunt monsters and tanks with him to make the most of his Plaguesprayer's high damage, I'd recommend putting him near a Warlord with the Arch-Contaminator trait. You've got a 40% chance with T7 and a 68% chance with T8 to wound on 5s. Otherwise he's best suited to take care of medium-to-low toughness units with multiple wounds, like Characters or Terminators.
**Here is a table showing the overall to-wound chance of the Plaguesprayer vs. various toughness values. Note that as a plague weapon it rerolls wound rolls of 1, and in range of the Arch-Contaminator aura it rerolls all failed wound rolls. This is important to keep in mind whether you are fielding this model yourself or playing against someone who is; the random 2d6 Strength characteristic obfuscates how hard this thing hits. At the tabletop, think of it as somewhere between a Plasma and a Melta weapon.

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|+ Plaguesprayer To-Wound Chance
! Toughness || 2 || 3 || 4 || 5 || 6 || 7 || 8 || 9 || 10 || 16
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| Regular || 95.1% || 89.7% || 80.5% || 71.8% || 63.2% || 56.7% || 49.2% || 44.3% || 38.3% || 24.8%
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| Arch-Contaminator || 96.1% || 93.2% || 87.7% || 82.5% || 75.8% || 70.6% || 63.3% || 59.1% || 53.0% || 37.5%
|}
*'''[[Biologus Putrifier]]''' - Same stats as the Foul Blightspawn. He's only got a plague knife for melee, and his shooting leaves much to be desired- sure, his Injector Pistol is S4 AP-1 D6 damage (1 against vehicles), but it has a pathetic 3" range. It's his grenades that make him worth it: his Hyper Blight Grenades are S4 instead of S3, deal 2 damage, and inflict an extra mortal wound on a wound roll of 6- and any other friendly Death Guard units within 3" get their blight grenades upgraded in the same way. As an added bonus, when killed he explodes like a vehicle on a 4+, inflicting a mortal wound on any non-NURGLE units within 7" of him.
**It doesn't take a genius to figure out that pairing his Hyper Blight Grenades with the Foul Blightspawn's Unholy Death's Head is a combo that's highly effective for its cost. The combination is also strongly supported by the fluff for good measure.
**This also goes very well with the Stratagem that lets you throw an ass-load of blight grenades in one shooting attack.
***Also, while the "ass load of grenades" stratagem is great, you don't necessarily have to do this all the time. Each unit can throw one grenade and the dozens of HQ characters and mini Elite slot characters that DG armies will no doubt end up running, can each throw a blight grenade. So the bulk of your army may well be able to throw half a dozen grenades in a single shooting phase without even using a stratagem.
*'''[[Plague Surgeon]]''' - Dr. pimple popper. It's ironic that out of all the Traitor Legions, it was the Death Guard of all people that kept their [[Apothecary|Apothecaries]]. Like their Loyalist counterparts, they're mainly intended for support, but instead of reviving dead units, they allow re-rolling 1s for Disgustingly Resilient rolls for '''Infantry''' units within 3" of them. This may seem underwhelming, but since the benefit is per unit he can buff an entire Poxwalker blob if he's near only one model of them. He also adds 1 to all his hit and wound rolls when targeting ADEPTUS ASTARTES Infantry and Bikers in the fight phase; while it may seem like a bad idea to get him stuck in, he carries a Balesword (a Plague Weapon equivalent of a Power Sword), so he can actually hold his own in close combat with the right support (like that Poxwalker blob he's buffing, for example). It is needed to point out however that his bonus is not as big as it could sound, increasing a 33.333% probability to shake off a wound to a 38%.
*'''[[Tallymen|Tallyman]]''' - The mortal version of a Spoilpox Scrivener and Epidemius. A cheap (62 points (55 as of CA 2018)) Dark Apostle-like unit that allows friendly Death Guard within 7" of him to reroll failed hit rolls in the fight phase, but since he only has a plasma pistol and grenades he should probably be kept out of melee himself. His other, odder gimmick is called Seven-fold Chant- every time you use a Death Guard-specific Stratagem with a Tallyman in your Battle-Forged army, roll 2d6; on a 7, you don't spend the CP used for the Stratagem. While this is a nice bonus, you shouldn't count on it actually triggering all that often since it only activates on a specific number - specifically, your odds of this happening are 1 in 6. Still, he's cheap enough to be worth using even with the unreliability of Seven-fold Chant. Just think of him as a more cost effective Dark Apostle (since he's cheaper, his reroll radius is 1" wider, and you really don't need the Leadership buff on your Fearless Poxwalkers anyway) and he's worth it even without the Chant.
*'''[[Deathshroud|Deathshroud Terminators]]''' - A returning favorite from the Death Guard's 30k version, and still a potent bodyguard after 10,000 years. Even more sluggish than the rest of the Death Guard due to their Cataphractii Terminator Armor reducing them to 4" of movement and cutting Advance rolls in half, but they can deep strike to make up for it. Between their 2+/4++, their ability to intercept hits for Death Guard Characters within 3" (hits not wounds, meaning they still can take their 2+/4++ and Disgustingly Resilient saves), Disgustingly Resilient, having two wounds, and adding an extra attack to any nearby Death Guard Characters (except for Mortarion), they're practically a requirement for keeping your Warlord as indestructible as possible. In battle, they're no slouches themselves, thanks to their Manreapers and Plaguespurt Gauntlets (a Hand Flamer, but Pistol 1d6, not 1d3). They used to cost a lot (67 ppm), but as of CA2019 they are a more reasonable 42.
**<s>A good way to get these guys into combat is deep strike them with a unit in-between them and their target, use '''''Cloud of Flies''''' and move + charge next turn.</s> No longer an option since the spring FAQ; '''Cloud of Flies''' can only be used during the own movement phase. Deep strike happens at the end of the movement phase.
**<s>Or if you don't mind using a '''chaos''' list add a detachment with a regular old chaos sorcerer and drop a '''warptime''' on them.</s> No longer an option since the spring FAQ; deep striking units cannot move for any reason, including via '''warptime'''.
**Deathshrouds may be incredibly expensive, but it does pay to look at what you're getting with these. The Manreapers are effectively Power Fists without a To-Hit penalty, striking at S8 re-rolling 1s, AP-3, and D3. These things will cleave through any tank you point them at, never mind what they'll do to Primaris Marines and other tough multi-wound infantry. And unlike, say, Custodes, who easily get bogged down in numbers, their Plaguespurt Gauntlets provide an answer to that problem.
***To put these guys in perspective, a squad of 6 of them can easily kill Girlyman in a [[Anal circumference|single turn]], delivering 9 wounds. Alternatively, with a bit of psychic support from a Malignant Plaguecaster ('''Blades of Putrefaction''' + '''Putrescent Vitality''' on the Deathshroud), they can down a [[Imperial Knight|Knight]] [[Rape|in 1 turn, dealing 24 wounds]]. Prescience them for a 2+ to-hit with DTTFE triggering on 5's. Now the train runs on whole grain imported from Lordaeron.
*'''[[Blightlord Terminator|Blightlord Terminators]]''' - While the Deathshroud is best suited to acting as a bodyguard, the Blightlords act more like classic Chaos Terminators with a few Nurglite twists. Like the Deathshroud, they've got Cataphractii armor with all the benefits and drawbacks that brings them, but instead of buffing Characters, they treat their melee attacks as having -1AP on a 6 to wound (e.g. AP-2 becomes AP-3). While they don't get Manreapers, they can equip just about anything else a Plague Marine can use, as well as Reaper Autocannons, allowing them to fill any kind of niche. Also interesting is that they can take Combi-Weapons, including Combi-Plasma. And there is something to be said for a full squad of Combi-Plasma that can double-tap from 18" away.
** something to note, with the combo of '''Veterans of the Long War''', '''Blades of Putrefaction''' and their '''Aura of Rust''' these guys get the bonus AP on a 4+ and are causing bonus mortal wounds on a 5+.
*'''Possessed''' - You might be tempted to skip past these blokes, but not so fast. Thanks to their two wounds and Daemon save, they are actually about as tough as normal Plague Marines, even though they lack the Disgustingly Resilient rule both the plague marine hosting the daemon and the daemon itself have to make the Possessed. D3 attacks with what amounts to Power Axes is only slightly inferior (6/7) to a Plague Marine with a Bubotic Axe. In this comparison, the Possessed are cheaper and faster, deal almost as much damage, and can be affected by a Herald of Nurgle if you're willing to include one. Small units of them are both cheap and effective, both as melee units and as distractions, and every round they take is not directed at your Blight Launchers.
*'''Helbrute''' -You know it, you love it. These are your Dreadnought equivalents and you can kit them to just about anything, but between inexorable advance and their weapon options, you're probably going to go ranged. 7 Power Level because of course we needed another number 7. By default it comes with a fist and a multi melta. The melta can be swapped for a variety of ranged weapons including twin heavy bolters for horde munching, reaper autocannons for threatening tougher stuff at a distance, plasma cannons that are always overcharged, and for long range anti tank it's your best source of lascannons and missile launchers. Alternately the gun arm can become a second fist arm, adding 1 to the number of attacks it can make (note: due to all units being "equipped" with their unarmed attack per the core rules, this fist is unnecessary according to RAW) and coming with an underslung combi bolter that you can upgrade to a heavy flamer. Meanwhile the fist arm can be swapped for a missile launcher or a mix of melee weapons including a hammer which, compared to the fist loses its underslung gun and takes a -1 to hit penalty, but has 1 more AP and rolls D6 for damage, but since it has the same strength you shouldn't bother, the fists will be more consistent. Another melee option is the power scourge which makes three attacks on its own even if you make all your other attacks with a different weapon and hits like an overcharged plasma with 1 less AP. While Helbrutes can be nasty in melee, you're really going to want to kit them for range because lascannons and missile launchers are some of the longest range weapons this army has, and the Helbrute can have both for less than 150 points. In case Helbrutes weren't great enough to take just with their wargear, they also can fire on the move without penalty, have a stratagem that lets them double tap if they don't move, and every phase in which they take damage they roll a D6 and on a 6 they get a free round of shooting attacks if they're not in combat, or melee attacks if they are. Never leave home without one, and consider taking more. As of CA2019, they cost 12 points less and have gained Hateful Assault, gaining +1A if charging, charged or on interventions, and they have still not fixed the rule that makes the second fist unnecessary.
** Alternate opinion: Even though it seems to be great, you might want to not take them after all. Twin lascannon and missile launcher are good anti-tank weapons, but not for us, we are not gunline army. 3 shots hitting everything on 3s and wounding most of enemy vehicles on 3+ isn't that great after all, and you can't really modify the outcome in any reliable way. You might get lucky and shoot down a Leman Russ in 1 turn, or you might not do anything at all for the entire game (or those 2 rounds that Helbrute lasts for). Not having Disgustingly Resilient and an invulnerable save makes you very fragile, and this is exactly what you shouldn't be as Death Guard.

====Forge World====
*'''Chaos Decimator''' - 8th edition has shown our favorite pseudo-dreadnought some real love. Movement is a fast 10" with WS 3+ BS 3+, S7, T7, W8, A5, SV 3+ 5++ with no degeneration as wounds go down. You regenerate a wound at the start of each of your turns, and gain +1 attack if you keep both melee weapons on. It still has all of its old weapon loadouts while sadly losing its cool flamer special rule from 7e. Stock Claw is +2S AP-3 D3 with a Hellflamer doing Heavy D6 S5 AP-1 D2 Auto Hits. The Decimator Storm Laser is as you would expect from last edition, 24" Assault 5 S6 AP-2 D1. The once horrible Soulburner Petard now has some real use with 24" Assault 2D3 S- AP0 D1, causing auto MORTAL wounds on successful hits, while to hit rolls of 1 cause Mortal wounds to the Decimator. It states that you cannot take more than 1 mortal wound a turn via this rule, so you are fairly safe using it due to your regeneration. Butcher Cannon is still reliable with 36" Heavy 4 S8 AP-1 D2 causing -2 LD to enemy unit should a casualty be sustained. C-beam Cannon has also gotten some new life, 72" Heavy 1 S6 Ap-3 D3, you gain +2S and +D3 for every 24" you are away from the target, AND if the enemy suffers a casualty due to your original shot, the same unit suffers 2D6 additional S6 AP0 D1 damage. Overall the Decimator handled the transition to 8th nicely and are more attractive now than they were in 7th even with the lack of Deep Strike capabilities.
**Note that despite visual similarities to Helbrutes and Dreadnoughts, the Chaos Decimator does not have the {{Template:W40kKeyword|HELBRUTE}} keyword - this means that it will not benefit from Legion Traits.
*'''Hellforged Contemptor Dreadnought''' - S7 T7 W10 A4 Sv 3+ (hilariously, Loyalist version has 2+) (<s>Because they have been blessed by the Emperor!</s> because we haven't seen replacement parts since the Horus Hersey), the Contemptor remains as good as it ever was. It has a huge amount of options with your typical fist (deathclaw) and chainfist (chainclaw) available as well as some of the more Chaotic choices available. New to the menu is the Kheres Assault Cannon which the Chaos Warpsmiths finally found a working version of! As of the FAQ, you can now go double guns should you feel the need. Butcher Cannon (36" Heavy 4, S8 AP-1 D2, causes a LD -2 debuff on enemy units that it has inflicted casualties on) and the Kheres Assault Cannon are attractive choices. On a 5+ it eats an enemy it killed in melee for healing a wound, it has a 5++ against shooting and overwatch with a 4++ in melee, and gains +1 attack if you keep both arms as CCWs. A solid choice that is a natural step up from your standard Helbrutes. Has the Containment Breach rule, which punishes regular units with d3 mortal wounds within 6" and Psykers within 6" with D6 mortal wounds instead.
**FW FAQ: Now the Contemptor can replace both arms for ranged weapons if you so wish, and now you can take an Havoc Launcher too.
**Also per the FAQ, Chaos Dreads have the Helbrute keyword, letting them gain Legion traits.
**Their spiciest gun option is the soulburner. Advancing to cause 2d3 Mortals at 24" and then moving in to fight the next turn REALLY helps pull heat from your other big hitters.
**A pair of twin lascannons with no penalties for moving fills a huge gap in the need for ranged anti-tank.
***Before you do this, consider that for the same price in points you can field a pair of Myphitic Blight-haulers, who have a similar, non-degrading statline (with worse BS), access to Disgustingly Resilient, better mobility, can fire Heavy weapons without penalties, provide cover to nearby units and are each armed with a free melee weapon, a multi-melta and a rocket launcher for a similar volume of anti-tank dakka. And if you account for the actual price in cash, you can buy about five of those for the price of one FW Contemptor.
*'''Hellforged Predator''' - Confused to see this in the elites slot? So is everyone else! Anyway, it's a Predator that's an elite with some extra rules and guns. Standard Pred weapons with the ability to choose Flamestorm Cannon (8" Heavy 2D6 S5 AP-1 D2 Flamer), Magna-melta Cannon (24" Heavy D3 S10 AP-4 D6, roll extra dice if in 1/2 range), C-beam Cannon (72" Heavy 1 S6 AP-3 D3, +2S & +D3 for every 24" between shooter and target, causes 2d6 S6 AP0 1D additional hits if you kill a model with your first shot), and Plasma Destroyer (36" Heavy 2D3, S7 AP-3 D2). Can eat people in melee to regain one wound on a 5+, causes D3 additional attacks when it successfully charges, and has the Containment Breach rule, which punishes regular units with 2d3 mortal wounds within 6" and Psykers within 6" with D6 mortal wounds instead. It's a fine choice if you feel the need to have those special weapons on a Pred platform. The damage charts for this and other hellforged tanks are distinctive in that they actually get better in melee the more injured they get, meaning the more you need some wounds repaired the more likely you'll be able to eat some, although your movement does suffer so it gets less able to get into melee.
*'''Hellforged Sicaran''' - An even bigger vehicle in the elites slot? No it's not the Slaanesh dust kicking in, this is real life. The Sicaran is still a beast at T7 W14 3+, but as always we take it for its main weapon. Twin Accelerator Autocannon is kicking around at 48" Assault 8 S7 AP-1 D2, No penalty to shoot at FLY and every wound of 6 is jumped up to AP-3. It can move 14" between 7-14 wounds; imagine flying around the board shooting those Autocannons on 3+ (remember, it's assault, not heavy), ouch! Can eat people in melee on a 5+ to regain a wound, and has the Containment Breach rule, which punishes regular units with 2d3 mortal wounds within 6" and Psykers within 6" with D6 mortal wounds instead. Yes, you will still lose friends over fielding this.

===Troops===
*'''Cultists''' - The proof that Grandfather Nurgle loves everyone equally, the humble Cultists are a solid investment in a Death Guard list. What weapon they should take depends on your play style and what else is in your list. "Inexorable Advance" makes Autogun & Heavy Stubbers equipped cultists a pretty nice [[shooty]] unit for their cost. On the other hand, a big blob of melee-equipped cultists is a premium target for a "Blade of Putrefaction" psychic power as they'll force a lot of armor saves on whatever they're swarming due to sheer volume of attacks. Keep a Myphitic Blight-hauler in their general area for free cover, and they're pretty decent for their points. Received a points increase (1 point per model) in Chapter Approved 2018, and went back down to 4 in CA 2019.
*'''[[Plague Marines]]''' - Very versatile, reasonably priced and extremely durable troops, going from 5 up to 20 bodies per squad. T5 makes it so that everything short of Dreadnought/Knight cc weapons has to wound you on 3+ at best, and a 5+ save-after-the-save makes them shrug off a good portion of the wounds that do come through, unless your opponent points multi-damage weapons at them. They come with the standard marine bolter, but drop the stock bolt pistol and frag grenades for Plague Knives and Blight Grenades, which are equivalents with the plague weapon rule. They are also one of, if not the, most customizable troop squads currently in the game:
** Two guys in a squad can carry Special Weapons, choosing from a Plasma Gun, Meltagun, Plague Belcher (plague flamer), Plague Spewer (heavy plague flamer) and Blight Launcher, the last of which tends to be your mvp against any infantry.
** Two other guys get to be your melee specialists and arm themselves with a tank-busting Plague Cleaver or infantry-cleaving Flail of Corruption. See the weapons section above for input on what you should pick.
** If you want to really kit the squad out for close combat, yet two more guys can take Maces of Contagion paired with Bubotic Axes, and everyone else can drop the bolter for a second plague knife or a Bubotic Axe, getting an extra attack for the hussle.
** With all this, the unit is extremely flexible, able to be geared to be choppy, shooty or specialized against a particular enemy:
***An all-rounder anti-infantry unit with 2 Blight Launchers and 2 Flails will absolutely demolish GEQ/scions and mulch MEQ/TEQ in equal measure.
***If you really want to fuck up some armor, take 3 Plasma Guns (one on the Champion), 2 Cleavers and get your nasty boys a ride to the nearest enemy Land Raider.
***If hordes are giving you trouble, 2 Plague Belchers and 2 Flails will get you 2d6 auto-hitting shots and 4d3 attacks on charge, each rerolling wounds and rolling over excess damage between models, meaning you will shred an average 10 T3 5+ models per turn on the low end.
***Feel like getting a more durable version of Khornate berzerkers? Grab some flails and distribute axes and spare knives to the rest of the squad, and you'll get a highly durable cc squad that the opponent *really* won't like engaging. Admittedly, poxwalkers or cultists make for a better melee screen/tarpit due to cost and sheer numbers, but marines are way more killy by baseline and can be buffed to even killier levels with Blades of Putrefaction, a warlord with Arch-Contaminator or a tallyman, and provide a nice platform for the '''''Blight Bombardment''''' stratagem. You can also bring a Biologus Putrifier to capitalize on the last part, but doing so will make it obvious to your opponent what shenanigans you're up to.
**If you're maxing out on expensive weapon options, don't forget to include a couple cheap bodies for the ablative wounds. Plague Marines specifically benefit from those more than their counterparts from other Legions, both due to their innate resilience and higher value that their special weapons have.
** The Index equipment remains legal to this day, giving the squad Champion access to the typical CSM Champion/Marine sarge loadout, with a bonus Plague Knife and ability to take a Power Fist paired with a Plasma Gun to account for the Easy-to-Build models. This can give you some curious opportunities to explore (ex. take a fist and drop the ranged weapon for a chainsword to benefit from any cc buffs you can bring a bit more), but generally the codex version already includes the best choices for your Champ (power fist for choppy, plasma gun for shooty, plague sword and bolter/pistol for a budget loadout).
** These guys are an ideal partner for Fabius Bile. 8th edition sees him willing to farm out his wares to gullible volunteers, with the only small caveat that it may cost you your life. A squad of 10 plague marines will take 1 or 2 casualties as a result of his experiments, which can be partly mitigated through their Disgustingly Resilient saves. In return you will get a 1/3 chance (or 55% if you are wiling to use a command re-roll) of gaining +1A which will bump your flails to terrifying 6d3 attacks from just the two in a squad. Even before you start counting the 4 attacks the rest of the guys bring, that is enough to destroy an MSU marine squad in a single round of combat. Alternatively, give them T6 and render them utterly unkillable by basic lasguns and other S3 weaponry, as well as considerably dropping the threat that heavy bolters and flamers pose to you.

*'''Poxwalkers''' - They're Plague Zombies with a trademarkable name. They are completely immune to morale tests thanks to being mindless, and have the "Disgustingly Resilient" rule to ignore wounds on a 5+. Good thing, as they have a 7+ save, meaning they only can get regular saves if in cover. Though their statline is unimpressive, they are cheap, and make great tarpits, thanks to their resiliency rules. In addition, every time they kill an enemy infantry model, they can add an additional Poxwalker to the unit. Though this might seem difficult to do, in units of 10+ they get WS4+ to help them create self-reinforcing tarpits. Basically, against light infantry, you use them to shred through stuff like Conscripts while being damn near invincible, and against anything tougher, you hold them in place until your next turn, then Fall Back and have your Plague Marines unleash Plasma against them. Because their only regular save is the Disgustingly Resilient, they're vulnerable to weapons with more than 1 damage, since a wound from a D2 weapon causes two Disgustingly Resilient rolls, either of which could kill the model. Be aware that, despite their appearance, they are not a screening unit. With only melee attacks and a 4" movement, they are a slow, lumbering mass for attrition. If you are looking for chaff to take up space on the board quickly, Cultists will be both better and cheaper. (Although Poxwalkers are now down to 5 points as of Chapter Approved 2019)
**Opinion - If you want a murder squad of poxwalkers, take Typhus with Putrescent Vitality along with an allied CSM patrol detachment with 2 squads of cultists (recommended minimum size of 20) and a vanilla sorcerer with Prescience and <s>Diabolic Strength</s> (Diabolic strength only affects one model, not unit, Putrescent vitality from the contagion discipline will give +1 strength and Toughness.) Use your cultists as a poxwalker battery for The Dead Walk Again, followed by a casting of both Prescience from the Chaos Sorcerer and Putrescent Vitality and blades of putrefaction from Typhus. Now you have a gargantuan squad of S5 T5 zombies of death that are hitting on 3+ with +1 to wound. See that Land Raider? Now you don't. This strategy (as of October 2017) costs 406 points with 2 squads of 20 cultists and a squad of 20 poxwalkers.
***For added fun, add a CSM marine detachment with Fabius Bile (a supreme command detachment with Fabius Bile, Lucius and Abaddon (who shares the {{W40kKeyword|Chaos}}, {{W40kKeyword|Heretic Astartes}} and {{W40kKeyword|Slaanesh}} Keywords, so can be taken alongside Luscious Lucius and Fabulous Bill in the same detachment) works ''very'' well). Over the course of 2 turns, Bile will buff your beautiful zombies by either an additional S, T or A. With all of these buffs combined, you are looking at potentially having T6 poxwalkers. Neat!
****While the above is neat and can work, be aware of a savvy opponent watching for something like this. Remember that you're committing Typhus, a Sorcerer, and 40 cultists to hold one part of the board, which end up only being 4" + advance fast. A simple counter play will be to simply shoot the cultists down enough to force a bunch of morale casualties, then just ignore your giant plodding walker unit (or feed it chaff all game). Sometimes your Pox Walkers will not be doing any work and it's far better to be down just the 120 points for them and get their support staff into the battle.

===Dedicated Transports===
*'''Chaos Rhino'''- It's a Rhino. It does everything you'd expect it to do. Keep in mind that it doesn't get Disgustingly Resilient, so it'll technically be squishier than the Plague Marines it's likely to be carrying. On the other hand, this does mean that after disembarking its cargo, it can be repurposed into a suicide bomb thanks to Putrid Detonation.

'''Forge World'''
*'''Terrax Pattern Assault Drill''' - subterran assault transport (set up anywhere 9" away from enemy models at the end of your movement phase) with a terrifying melee weapon (if it hits). Transports 12 Infantry but no Terminators. Expensive, though. '''Note:''' this thing explodes for a nasty D6 mortal wounds (2D3 for psykers) to everything in a whopping 2D6”, and you can force it with Putrid Detonation. Field these things as deepstriking nukes for a bargain 106 points apiece. '''note''' - This costs 136pts and only explodes 6" for D3 wounds

===Fast Attack===
*'''[[Chaos Spawn|The Thing That Shall Not Be Named]]''' We don't talk about these things, but when we do, we say that they aren't terrible, but they aren't as good as the other "Fast" Attack options that the death guard have available to them. Take another bloat drone instead. That said, if, for detachment requirements, you need a Fast Attack slot filled, a little <s>33</s> 25 point Chaos Spawn '''nonononoNEEEAAAARGHOFHAFHURJG''' ...a little 25 point monster is a quick way to get it done. Remember though that their main use of keeping up with fast HQs is basically limited to only the winged Daemon Prince. Additionally, thanks to their melee attacks being AP-2 and D2, they actually hit pretty hard for their cost. Also of note is the fact that they impose a -1 Ld penalty on enemy units, which pairs fantastically with all the other Ld modifiers in the army.
*'''[[Foetid Bloat-drone]]''' - Close-range and fast (always advance) anti-infantry vehicle with two plaguespitters and a plague probe. With T7, Disgustingly Resilient, and a 5++ daemon save, it's quite tanky. Slightly more likely to explode than other vehicles, too. Always Fall Back and shoot as the Drone's melee is nothing to write home about (it's not that bad A3/2/1 AP-2 D3 will kill some SM). That is, unless if you have its new Fleshmower weapon, which makes it absolutely terrifying in close quarters: S+2 AP-2 D2 is powerful in itself, but as an added bonus it adds a whopping 6 attacks! It can also swap out a plaguespitter for a Heavy Blight Launcher, which is basically three normal Blight Launchers with 12" more range; considering that it's got a 4+ to hit, and can't get Inexorable Advance, is a mediocre option at best.
**'''On Heavy Blight Launchers:''' At first glance this seems like an option that you'd never really have any good reason to take. In practice, it is actually a lot better than you'd think. 8th edition has many, many fast moving assault armies and plenty of units that can charge out of deepstrike to be on top of your fire support elements in the blink of an eye. Plagueburst Crawlers are awesome, but not when a unit of Assault Marines is sitting on top of them. That's not even accounting for things like Helldrakes and Hive Tyrants, that can move so quickly that they're almost assured to be on your back line by turn 1 or 2 depending on the deployment. A Plagueburst Crawler, Myphitic Blight-Hauler, or squad of shooty Marines isn't worth a pile of rotting dicks if they can't fire. Enter the Bloat Drone. The Plaguespitters are great, but if you need some long range fire support that can't get tied up by enemy assaults, the Heavy Blight Launcher has you covered. It can fly, its (important) stats don't go down as it takes damage, it's tough as nails for its cost, and it can play keep away with assault elements in the enemy army without sacrificing its usefulness. I find it to be especially useful floating around your backfield grabbing objectives, so that your slower, shorter ranged dudes can march forward without giving up valuable victory points. If your meta is thick on the ground with Space Wolves, World Eaters, Tyranids, and Genestealer Cults, you definitely want to lean more on the Blight Launcher Drones than Crawlers or Haulers.
*'''[[Myphitic Blight-Hauler]]''' - A speedy (10" movement, lightning-quick by Nurgle's standards) tank that can be taken in squads of 3. Which you will always do since it boosts them to BS/WS 3+. 8 Wounds gives them solid durability without subjecting them to a damage table, and with 3+/5++ paired with Disgustingly Resilient, they'll be sure to stick around. Weapons-wise, they come with a missile launcher, a multi-melta, a bile spurt (a 12" Assault d3 with S6 AP-1, and a plague weapon), and a gnashing maw (S User, AP-2, plague weapon). As it ignores the normal penalties for moving and shooting heavy weaponry, it's good at quickly shuttling anti-armor weapons to where they need to be- and more importantly, it acts like cover to any {{W40kKeyword|DEATH GUARD INFANTRY}} units entirely within 7" of it, allowing to buff your troops and unleash its dakka simultaneously. As one more bonus, all to hit rolls against it in the fight phase are made with a -1 penalty. A squad of 3 is pretty much all the anti-tank you will need in a TAC list.
**Chapter Approved <s>2018</s>2019 made literally everything about these little guys cheaper, and they now clock in at just <s>117</s>102 points each. Taking 3 has never been easier.
**With the new Great Unclean One, these things might have gone from a cool buff unit to something that is legitimately terrifying. They are your only daemon engine that can be taken in squads. Stick them next to a Great Unclean One with a Doomsday Bell, and you can replenish a lost Blight Hauler to the squad on a 4+, at full health. The GUO can also heal them with Psychic powers, and use Shriveling Pox to lower the toughness of T8/T9 targets to something more manageable. An expensive combo, but one that packs a huge amount of punch and absolutely will not die.
**A nearby CSM sorcerer will make these guys legitimately terrifying to armour. Add prescience (they are Heretic Astartes after all) to a unit of 3 to have 3 multi-meltas and 3 missile launchers hitting on 2s, EVEN AFTER MOVING 10!" In an army which can lack both speed and long ranged firepower, this is definitely worth considering.
**Since first being release, MBH have been buffed continually, whilst also being ignored by many in the competitive community. 3 of them can now be described as a remarkably versatile killy unit. With 3 missile launchers/bile spurts, they are no slouches against infantry, with 3 missile launchers/multi-meltas they can kill tanks, and in combat, a squad of 3 will get 12 attacks on the charge, hitting on 4s, at S6, re-rolling 1s to wound and -2AP. Very often the versatility of these can catch opponents off guard, especially opponents who assume they can simply deal with them by tagging them, only to then find a squad of infantry eaten by their gnasher maws. A squad of 3, despite their high price tag, should be seriously considered if you are in need of a hardy jack-of-all-trades Swiss army knife unit.

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*'''Greater Blight Drone'''- For a flat 231pts (post-Chapter approved) you get an extremely fast moving (14" movement with 9" infiltrate) daemon that hits like a ton of bricks and (as long as you keep him away from lascannons and mortal wounds) is one hard dude to put down at 12 wounds with T7 and a 3+/5++ (no disgustingly resilient though). Oh, and he regenerates one wound per turn thanks to Infernal Regeneration. This beast comes stock with a bile maw (12" range S8 AP-2 D3 pistol 3 with rerolls of 1). Also the drone hits on 3+. Nurgle be praised. At 36" range you get a 4 shot S7 AP-1 D2 gun with 6's increasing the AP to -3. for close encounters you get a plague probe. Now being 31 more points in CA, it isn't such a great choice. You're getting into a different price point and need more offensive output to stay competitive. Take at your own risk.
*'''Hellforged Dreadclaw Drop Pod''' - This flyer/drop pod/thing is a ball of spiked sex! It can transport 10 models or a Dreadnought/Helbrute and comes in via Drop Pod Assault. Moves 15" which does NOT go down as you lose wounds, though its S and A do. T7 W10 3+ with Blade struts for melee (S User, AP-2 D2) and Thermal Jets for shooting (6" Pistol D6, S6 AP1 D1, which automatically hits all units, friend and foe, within 6" with separate shooting attacks and can only be used if more enemy units are affected than allies. Can eat things in melee combat for a wound back on a 5+. When it explodes {{W40kKeyword|PSYKER}} units nearby take D6 mortal wounds rather than D3. While the tears of the loyalist scum fill the streets after watching their drop pods get pumped up to 108 pts per pod (boo-hoo), the Dreadclaw hits you in the groin with 130 pts.
**One opinion: 130 points for a gimmick transport flier without the firepower or speed of a flier. Like its older brother, Kharybdis, <s>totally overshadowed by</s> different to the Storm Eagle, clocking in at 295pts.
**Another opinion: 130 points to put 10 models (plus the Dreadclaw) in charge range turn one and have a flying Rhino to ram into your enemy's back<s>side</s> field.
*'''Hellforged Kharybdis Assault Claw''' - Dreadclaw not have enough spikes? Ever wanted to field a model that weighs as much as its point cost? Well here you go! Seriously, it's like Forge World mails you a giant block of resin and you chisel it out and glue some pointy parts on (so that they know it's supposed to be Chaos). Having almost the same stats as a Dreadclaw (except BS4+, T8 and W16) but with more weapons/troop capacity/model weight and of course SPIKES. 300 pts gives you a flyer/drop pod that can carry 20 infantry into battle by either drop pod assault or like a normal transport. A fat 16 wounds and the ability to regain wounds on a 5+ after killing an enemy model in CC. In addition to the blade struts and thermal jet array that the Dreadclaw has, the assault claw can charge something that's Titanic, a vehicle, or a monster, and you have the option to instead use ONE Melta cutters attack, S16 AP-5 hitting on 2+ doing 2D6 damage. Additionally, to soften whatever you're about to forcefully-melta-sodomise, it's equipped with 5 Hvy 3 Storm launchers S6 ap-1.
**Maybe throw it at your opponent. The weight and extending spikes will bring about guaranteed victory! (And assault charges) (And ended friendships)
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===Flyers===
Remember that while the Death Guard are stated to look down on the use of flyers, nowhere does it say that they don't actually use them (because what's the point in specialising in attrition warfare if you have no air superiority and just get bombed and/or strafed all the time?). So, when [[that guy]] tries to tell you why you can't field three Fire Raptors in a Death Guard army because its not fluffy, you can give him the proverbial finger.
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*'''Hell Blade''' - Courtesy of the Dark Mechanicus's warped minds comes one of the better anti-flyer units in the game. Only 130 points (As of CA2019) with twin helstorm cannons (Heavy 2 S6 AP-2 D3 and wound rolls of a 6 cause an additional mortal wound), with a 3+/5++ and Hard to Hit plus a +1 to hit against other units with {{W40kKeyword|FLY}}. Can swap its two Helstorm cannons for two Lascannons. With a 18"-60" movement that doesn't degrade as you take damage and a funky rule that allows it to pivot up to 90 degrees at the beginning AND end of each movement phase, you will be hunting enemy flyers in style. Since it's AIRBORNE, possibilities exist for you to use its move base to block movement of enemy models and when they get sick of it and blow it up, spend a CP to make it explode with Putrid Detonation.
*'''Hell Talon''' - Very expensive at 240 (CA2019) points, but considerably tougher than its baby brother the Hell Blade with 12 wounds and T7 as well as its 3+/5++. In addition to the mandatory Helstorm cannon and twin Lascannon, you can choose between three (free) sets of bombs, all used at the end of the movement phase (see below). This is a flying Predator spending 70 extra points to get {{W40kKeyword|FLY}}, Hard to Hit, 20"-60" move, 5++, no penalty to move & fire Heavy weapons and a bomb that will likely do some Mortal Wounds to a unit you fly over.
**Pyrax incendiary bombs: The anti-infantry option. Once per battle, pick a unit you flew over and roll a d6 for each model in the unit up to a maximum of 20d6. Each 5+ (or 4+ if targeting infantry) causes a mortal wound.
**Warp-pulse bombs: Pick a unit you flew over and roll 3d6 for each vehicle or monster in said unit, or 1d6 for each other model, up to a maximum of 9d6. Results of a 5+ cause mortal wounds. In addition, the unit targeted is at -1 to hit and -1 leadership until the start of their next turn.
**Baletalon shatter charges: The demolition option. Pick a unit you flew over and roll 6d6 for each vehicle, building, or monster in said unit, or 1d6 for each other model, up to a maximum of 6d6. Results of 3+ cause mortal wounds. Pick this one.

*'''Chaos Fire Raptor Assault Gunship''' - Not much different than the loyalist scum variant. With T7, 16 wounds and 3+ SV it's almost as tough as a Land Raider. The average bolt cannon now packs 10 shots at S6 AP-2 2D, enough to drop a whole Primaris squad if you're lucky. In addition, each quad bolter packs 12 heavy bolter shots. Hellstrike missiles are no longer one use only and you can, in fact, fire 2 missiles at S8 AP-3 3D a turn now. It may replace the Hellstrike missiles for the cheap Balefire missiles or it can take 2 double lascannons instead of the missiles for +1S and the chance to deal more than 3 points (D6) of damage per shot. It can also move and shoot heavy weapons without penalty. You can also swap the heavy bolters for reaper autocannons if you wish for more S but only a half of the shots. Got a small net price decrease (10 points before wargear) in the latest round of FAQs, so is even more of a very viable option if you want some airborne support!

*'''Chaos Storm Eagle Assault Gunship''': Your flying Land Raider if you will. This flyer can transport 20 infantry models or half of that in terminators. Doesn't have as many guns as the Fire Raptor but can take hellstrike missiles or two twin lascannons for more shots and S instead, or alternatively the cheap Balefire missiles if you save on points.

*'''Chaos Xiphon Interceptor''': Faster than anything in your army has a right to be, the interceptor is zippy and hard-hitting. Slightly more durable this edition (corrugated cardboard), it's best suited to hard blitzes against enemy aircraft. Unfortunately, your army favors infantry, making it somewhat hard to buff or support and turning it into a single-use missile.
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===Heavy Support===
*'''Chaos Predator''' - Same as CSM codex. Everything there applies here, though it should be mentioned that the Death Guard do not have Havocs, so the Predator is our prime heavy weapons caddie. And boy, those Lascannons sure fill a niche in this army.
*'''Chaos Land Raider''' - Same as CSM codex. Good if you want to get your Blightlords or Deathshroud somewhere fast, but also a horrendously expensive way to do it.
*'''Defiler''' - Also the same as the Chaos Space Marine version. Not quite as reliable at shooting as the Helbrutes since it lacks Inexorable Advance, but it's got good enough range and hits hard in close combat.
*'''[[Plagueburst Crawler]]''' - It is quite tough with T8 and 12W coupled with 3+/5++ and Disgustingly Resilient. It can move 9" but moving will drop it's BS down to 5+. The mortar is Heavy D6, S8, AP-2, Dd3 and can shoot at targets 12"-48" away, even if it cannot see them and it's also a Plague Weapon. It is additionally equipped with the same plaguespitters the Bloat Drone has (9", Assault d6 auto-hits , S user, AP-1, D1 Plague Weapon). They can be switched for entropy cannons (Heavy 1, 36", S8, AP-4, Dd6) effectively making it a short lascannon, if you want AT instead of anti-horde. It also has a hull mounted heavy slugger (Heavy 4, 36", S5, AP-1, D1) that can be replaced with a rothail volley cannon (Heavy 3, 24", S6, AP-2, D1) if you want to exchange range and shots for a more reliable chance to wound. Given how badly movement affects it's BS, the best option would probably be to load up on ranged weapons and keep it static behind cover if you can.
**''Alternate Take:'' The Plagueburst Crawler is not very good at sitting back and shooting. Its mediocre BS and low volume of fire makes it an unreliable damage source at best. However, it almost moves as fast as a Blight Drone, while being significantly tougher and much, much bulkier. Their Plaguespitters are stronger and significantly less effected by movement (i.e., not at all, including advancing) than its other options. The Plagueburst Mortar and Slugger/Volley Gun are some nice bonus firepower to throw downrange, but the Plagueburst Crawler is a much more aggressive tank than something like a Predator or Basilisk. Use its large profile to provide cover for your advancing Marines and force your enemy to shoot at the giant, ridiculously tough brick bearing down on them before your softer, squishier infantry. Great for holding midfield objectives like a big, armored frog with the Plaguespitters and throwing firepower around with the hull gun and mortar.

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====Forge World====
*'''Chaos Vindicator Laser Destroyer (Deimos Pattern Vindicator Laser Destroyer)''' - Use the Deimos Pattern Vindicator Laser Destroyer datasheet on page 8 of Imperial Armour Index: Forces of the Adeptus Astartes. It gains the Hellforged keyword and must replace all of its Faction keywords with the following: Chaos, Heretic Astartes, MARK OF CHAOS, LEGION. In addition, it gains the following ability: ‘Machina Malefica: At the end of each Fight phase, roll a number of D6 for this model equal to the number of models that were slain by it during this phase; for each dice that scores a 5+, this model regains one lost wound. This model cannot regain lost wounds by any other means.’

*'''Hellforged Deredeo Dreadnought''' - Chaos finally got the Dorito Dreadnought! A lot of people have wanted this for a while and rightfully so, it kicks ass. The Butcher Cannon Array is a fantastic weapons platform with 36" Heavy 8 S8 AP-1 D2, -2 LD to any unit that takes casualties from it. The Ectoplasma Battery is less impressive, 24" Heavy 5, S8 AP-3 D3 and causes a mortal wound to the dreadnought on the roll of a 1 (booooo). A third option called Dual Malignatas Saker is 48", Heavy 2 S* AP-5 D6, Roll 3d6 vs enemy LD, if it total equals or exceeds enemy L than the target model is wounded. E.G. choose Butcher Cannon Array. Greater Havoc Launcher is awesome at 48" 3D3 S6 AP-1 D1 that does not need LoS to shoot (heck yes!). Battle it out, than hide behind a rock when you have low wounds to stay relevant. Can eat things in melee combat on a 5+ to get a wound back. Has a 5++ against shooting/overwatch and a 4++ in melee. All friendly units within 5" have a 5++ save (If you chose the hellfire veil over the Havoc launcher that is!) (mmmmmm), and a Helical Targeting Array which can be activated at start of a turn, stopping you from moving, advancing or charging but adds 1 to its hit rolls against things with FLY. Has the Containment Breach rule, which punishes regular units with 2d3 mortal wounds within 6" and Psykers within 6" with D6 mortal wounds instead. And most of all remember, the cool ranch upgrade is better than the nacho cheese one. Has the Helbrute keyword. Who's up for firing Butcher Cannons on the move with full BS?
**Consider taking the hellfire veil on a DG Deredeo. Inexorable advance will mean it can move without a penalty to your shooting anyway, and if you put it near your poxwalkers, then grandpappy Nurgle's favourite gribblies get a 5+ invulnerable save, to go with their 5+ disgustingly resilient save. This means that against any D1 weapon, you have a 55% chance of survival; significantly better than your normal 33% chance. Your opponent will need to remove the Deredeo to get at your squishy poxwalkers, giving you a good reason to use miasma of pestilence on it.

*'''Hellforged Leviathan Dreadnought''' - Whatever was sacrificed in the name of Chaos to make these available... it was worth it. This super dreadnought is a monster and priced very well for what it does. T8 W14 A4 2+, comes with Siege claw (fist) and Siege drill (chain), Hellflamer (8", Heavy d6, S5 AP-1 D2 which autohit), Butcher Cannon Array is a fantastic weapons platform with 36" Heavy 8 S8 AP-1 D2, -2 LD to any unit that takes casualties from it. Soulburner Ribaudkin is another arm option at 18", Heavy 2d3 S- AP0 D1 which inflicts mortal wounds, Grav-Flux Bombard is your third option at 18", Heavy D3, S9 AP-5 D2 which actually does D5 wounds against Vehicles, Monster, and Titanic while adding D3 attacks if the enemy target has 5+ models. It can eat people in melee and on a 5+ it gets a wound, it has a 5++ against shooting/overwatch and a 4++ in melee and gains +1 attack if you keep both arms as CCWs. Has the Containment Breach rule, which punishes regular units with 2d3 mortal wounds within 6" and Psykers within 6" with D6 mortal wounds instead. Has the Helbrute keyword, which means you can comfortably run the 1 gun, 1 CC weapon variant and footslog to your target while laying down some deadly firepower. Take the Butcher Cannon array for anti-infantry or anti-light vehicle duties, although in that case you might be better off with the Hellforged Deredeo. The Soulburner Ribaudkin will make Storm Shield units cry with its 2D3 Mortal Wounds. Finally, the Grav Bombard is the (interestingly) take all comers option, which can do work against both blobs and heavy targets.
**Moreso than any other faction that can take them, Death Guard Leviathans might seriously want to consider mixing melee and ranged weapons. Moving to close the distance does not negatively impact your firepower at all. Miasma of Pestilence can seriously mitigate lascannons, meltaguns, and other potent single-shot anti-tank weapons. Hellflamers are amazing up close, and they're kinda wasted on a shooty Leviathan, and the Siege Claw or Siege Drill let it gobble up enemies in melee to heal itself. You have a lot of options that benefit a flexible Leviathan. If you want pure shooting, a Deredeo is generally better. If you go pure melee, you miss out on Inexorable Advance. It's definitely something worth looking at. Or screen them, you doof.

*'''Hellforged Land Raider Achilles'''

*'''Hellforged Land Raider Proteus''' - For a bit more points you get a LR with some fantastic additional abilities. Standard loadout but it can eat enemy units in combat to regain a wound on a 5+. You can choose to take an upgrade called Accursed Phylactery which lowers the transport size to 6, but gives you -1 ld to all enemy units within 9" as well as any unit Deep Striking within 12" must roll a D6 and on a 1 or a 2 suffers D3 mortal wounds. Interesting for sure. Has the Containment Breach rule, which punishes regular units with 2d3 mortal wounds within 6" and Psykers within 6" with D6 mortal wounds instead.

*'''Hellforged Scorpius''' - Chaos finally gets a Whirlwind! Scorpius Multi-Launcher is going to do work at 48" Heavy 3D3 S6 AP-2 D2, shoot targets you cannot see. Can also get a Havoc Launcher, but you aren't going to do that since you want it hiding all game and shooting. Can eat people in melee on a 5+ to regain a wound, may fire twice in the next shooting phase if it did not move!!! This is going to be a Chaos MVP for sure. Has the Containment Breach rule, which punishes regular units with 2d3 mortal wounds within 6" and Psykers within 6" with D6 mortal wounds instead.
**''Alternate Take:'' Why would you spend more than twice the points for less range, less shots, and less Strength? Rocket Barrage is nice, but it's not the Whirlwind it's trying to be, especially not at the point-value it's been offered at. You have better sources of indirect fire, that either earn their point-value or are just plain cheaper.

*'''Hellforged Sicaran Venator:''' The Venator trades the regular Sicaran's quantity of anti-skimmer shots for vehicle annihilation; it has a Malignatas Beam Laser, which is AP-5, Damage 2D6 and you roll 3d6 vs the target's Ld to wound. It has Undying Hatred, which lets it roll a 4th dice (discarding the lowest) to the Malignatas wound roll if it kills any model.

*'''Plague Hulk of Nurgle''' - Want a better and tougher Defiler who doesn't heal himself? You found him! T8, 14W, 5++ and 5+ Disgusting Resilience. With S8 and "Rusting Curse" which lowers Vehicles saves within 1" by -1, he's going to punch the crap out of enemy armor. It can also be summoned, but with 12 PR it's not going to happen reliably. Rot Cannon is largely unchanged but with new stats, 36" Heavy D6, S6 AP-3 D2 and all wound against Infantry are rerolled (cool). Its vomit has morphed into something else altogether, 7" range, Pistol D6, S5 AP-2 D1 where all shots auto-hit... very cool! The Iron Claw remains largely unchanged, Sx2 AP-3 D6 (not -1 to hit rolls) with the Warp Sword being potentially good now with User S, AP-3 and flat D3 damage which also allows you rerolls to hit (much better than the last edition for sure!)...I still see most people taking the claw though. All around, the Plague Hulk is a great 8E choice.
*'''Spined Chaos Beast'''
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===Lords of War===
[[File:DaemonMort.png|200px|thumb|right|I have returned...]]
*'''[[Mortarion]]''' - '''''Tremble, mortals, the Rotten Angel cometh!''''' After a long teasing campaign by GW, Mortarion is finally here and is probably going to be the centerpiece of many Death Guard or even regular CSM armies. Standing at 18 wounds, a 4++ save, and Grandaddy's trademark Disgustingly Resilient he will prove quite hard to bring down, his survivability can be boosted further with Nurgle's stratagems. He has the best (at the moment) anti-horde weapon in the game, his huge scythe ''Silence''. It can dish out Ax3 (18 base!!!) S:U AP:-2 D1 Plague Weapon attacks per phase of combat, which will annihilate tarpits like there's no tomorrow. To deal with anything requiring more killing, ''Silence'' has a second profile being S:x2 AP:-4 D:1d6 Plague Weapon. His 'command aura' affects every enemy unit standing within 7" of him, giving them -1 toughness and they will receive 1d3 mortal wounds on a roll of 4+ (scaling down as he takes wounds, alas). He still carries his old ''Lantern'' pistol that can cause quite a bit of damage to lined units for it hits automatically every unit in a straight line between him and the one he aims for, but only once per shot. He still carries nice phosphex bombs that deal 2D6 S5 AP-1 hits (They're not Plague Weapons, though). Cherry on top, he's now a psyker. (Yeah, the very thing he hated back in the days but, hush. No more tears, only Nurgle's happiness now!) He knows 3 powers from the Contagion discipline, he's able to cast two and deny three every turn. All this is in addition to the fact that he is the fastest piece in the army, moving 12" with FLY, meaning he can hit things like Stormravens and Thunderhawks in CC. Just go away and think about that for a second. Anyway, all in all he’s a really, REALLY strong big daddy. Use him whenever you can.
**Like Magnus, Mortarion's command aura only grants reroll 1's to hit. However he has two other auras that either weaken or damage his enemies so there's no reason whatsoever to hold him back since you can achieve a reroll 1's aura with a regular chaos lord, Morty is at his best being in close combat with his enemies while his son's support him through units like the deathshroud soaking wounds for him. Do note however that while he's tanky he's '''far''' from invulnerable and always keep in mind that he is a massive fire magnet. Just like in 30k, you'll need supporting units and a plan to get the most of ole Morty. That said, if he does somehow go down he explodes like a vehicle for a few parting mortal wounds.
**Don’t forget his Primarch of the Death Guard rule! Re-rolling 1s is always useful. Also remember that Mortarion benefits from this, so you’re <s>mathematically auto-hitting with his attacks</s> hitting 97% of the time.
**It's worth noting that because Mortarion is considered a daemon of Nurgle, he can be targeted by the Nurgle daemon psychic spells. So if you think that having an ensemble of deathshroud and Miasma of pestilence to protect Morty isn't enough, then ally in a Great Unclean One or Herald of Nurgle and give them fleshy abundance to keep Morty topped off on wounds and even more difficult to kill. Or give him Virulent blessing and watch him shred through armor and infantry alike even faster.
**He also loves you (except you Typhus, fuck you).
** Special Note on Psychic Powers: Give him Blades of Putrefication and any other Psychic power. Ally with a Chaos Space Marine Patrol Detachment. During your first turn spend 1 CP on Chaos Familiar to swap out the second power for '''WARPTIME'''. Congratulations, you now have a flying deathmachine who can travel 24'' a turn assuming your opponent doesn't stop his Warptime.
***Blades of Putrification here is especially good for the added fun of using it on himself and abusing it with his Reaper Swings for 18 Strength 8 ap-2 D1 attacks that have +1 to wound and cause Mortal Wounds on a 7+. This goes to 21 Strength 10 attacks if you can get Diabolic Strength on him. Virulent Blessing from Daemons gives you +1 to wound and 7+ Wound rolls do double damage. The final statline is 21 s10 attacks with +2 to wound and on a 7+ doing a mortal wound and double damage
**** Maths says that this should generate 7.72 Mortal Wounds and 19.84 Wounds doing 27.56 damage. (97.2% chance to hit accounting for re-rolls he gives himself, 97.2% chance to wound anything in the game accounting for Plague Weapon re-rolls, 38% proc Mortal Wounds accounting for Plague Weapon re-rolls)
***** Don't forget the Nurglings! Mortarion ALSO has d6 additional attacks at S2 and no AP, but they'll also benefit from Blades of Purtrefication and Virulent Blessing, and are Plague Weapons to boot, for potentially even MORE mortal wounds!
*****Hilariously, for being a huge daemon primarch, Mortarion is exceptional at dealing with infantry. 2 attacks with a blades of putrefaction will inflict 10.7 wounds to Guard meaning mortarion with diabolic strength can kill 4 full squads of guard! Sweeping blows are nearly always better. With blades of putrefaction Mortarion will wound anything T8 or lower on a 2+ with the sweeping blows if he has diabolic strength this extends to anything T10 or lower. While the increased damage and ap on the strikes would be helpful having 3x as many attacks. If this is an Imperial all the better since each 6 gives you 3 extra attacks. Over 40 wounds inflicted average before saves but some of them are mortal
*****Pay attention to the Death Guard FAQ. Mortarion may switch the profile for his DTTFE attacks against Imperium units. Use the 3x hit rolls from Sweeping Strikes to generate some 6s against Knights, and use those 6s to attack with d6 damage Reaping Blows. Prescience is more your friend here, and let your imagination run wild. When surrounded by 3 Smash Captains, split them 6, 6, and 6, and let DTTFE carry the day as 6 hit rolls apiece turns into 9,12, or 24 (Yahtzee, motherfucker). They'll never charge him again. They'll be dead.
*****Always run the Deathshrouds with Mortarion. 155 points to save his ass from being punked turn 1 is worth its weight in gold. 4-5 means that he can kick around for 1-2 turns before absolutely murderizing your enemies. Warptime them up so that they can keep up with him, and run them through cover. Their armor save is better than his, and when taking 6 or 2d6 or 4d3 damage from a failed save would make even Morty balk, the Deathshrouds dgaf about biting it for the Lord of Silence.

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All of the following units are well beyond the realm of being reasonably priced, most of them getting 200 point (or more, in the case of Scabby) increases on top of their already ridiculous points costs. As such, they should not be taken in competitive play, even some of the better units (Fellblade, Scabby) as Death Guard probably have a lite version of that unit for less than half of the cost (Morty or Mamon for Scabby, Land Raider or 3 Myphitic Blight Haulers for the Fellblade).

*'''Scabeiathrax the Bloated''' - My oh-my is this guy one tough son of a bitch. At T9 with 22 wounds (which can be healed with the Nurgle Discipline), a 4+ Invulnerable save for being a Daemon Lord, and the Disgustingly Resilient special rule, you will need a crap ton of heavy firepower to put him down. And if he dies, on a 4+ a unit within D6" suffers D6 mortal wounds. His close combat abilities are not to sneeze at either. He has Horrific Vomit, which is a 2d6 flamer at S6 AP-2 with Damage D3 that can be fired into close combat. Then, he has the Blade of Decay, a S+2 AP-4 sword that does a flat 6 damage. To round it all out, he gets D6 additional nurgling attacks at S2 AP0. He can cast 3 powers and deny three powers and knows Smite plus two Nurgle powers. Finally, he lets Nurgle Daemons use his leadership within 6" of him. Oh, did I forget to mention he forces a -1 to hit modifier on all friendly Nurgle Daemon units within 6"? Yeah, you want this guy. The only thing stopping you from taking him in every game is he's 777 points, and he's a LoW.
* Annoyingly, despite his sword having 'Decay' in the name, it is not a plague weapon, and neither is the vomit. So no Blades of Putrefaction mega-bonus for you :(

*'''Chaos Sokar Pattern Stormbird Gunship:''' Pretty much the largest flyer/transport/model Forge World offers next to titans. Damn expensive in points and tangible money alike, it can ferry the entire army onto the battlefield. Has like 8 lascannons, a host of various missiles and bombs, void shields, and a few heavy bolters here and there for flavor. The void shields can extend and overlap nearby troops 8" away that jumped out if it has hovered. Has 40 wounds, T9, a 5++ after the void shields. Its insane points cost (2321 for the default, which is more than a warhound Titan) completely prices it out as you won’t be able to fill its transport slots short of a 3000 point game.

*'''Chaos Thunderhawk Assault Gunship:''' Baby’s first Stormbird, costs 1400 points so is more widely useful than its big bro (which, admittedly, isn’t hard at all) but still dies alarmingly fast for such an expensive unit - it has 3+/5++/5+ VS (deg). Its best weapon for survival is its toughness and -12” to the range of weapons shooting at it. Also puts out a surprisingly small amount of hurt - the same number of Heavy Bolter shots as a fire raptor (which is nearly '''FOUR TIMES CHEAPER''') and either a turbo laser destructor (to evaporate vehicles) or the Thunderhawk cannon (generally inferior due to unreliable shot output). It does start off at BS2+ however, so consider keeping a barebones chaos lord in it throughout the game to get those lovely reroll wound (no idea how a plane would feel sufficiently inspired by a 10000-year-old man with horns riding inside it to magically be better at shooting but hey welcome to 8th). The bombs are a nice touch at least, and it’s still '''''very''''' fast.

*'''Hellforged Mastodon:''' Have you ever wanted to transport 40 Marines at once while trashing flyers and generally being nigh-indestructible? Then the Mastodon is the LoW for you! With 30 wounds and a 5+ void shield, the Mastodon is a fucking tough nut to crack, made even more so if it somehow gets into the 6" range for its siege melta array's rerolls to kick in. Good thing too, being 1060 fucking points for a single unit!

*'''Hellforged Spartan Assault Tank''' - THIS IS SPARTA(N)! The Death Guards true answer to its slow speed. The Spartan is a beast! With 8 lascanons (Which can be exchanged for 2 Laser destroyers) and a twin heavy bolter (Can be exchanged for a Twin heavy flamer), plus capacity for a Havoc launcher or the standard pintle weapons. This beast also rocks a transport capacity of a whopping 25! That's 5 Death Shrouds, 5 Blight lords, A Lord of Contagion, a Malignant plaguecaster, Biologius putrifier, Tallyman and Foul Blightspawn. All in one simple sweet package! The only downside is that it is expensive (Still better value than a Land Raider) and that it is a Lord of War choice. Still awesome!

*'''Hellforged Cerberus Heavy Destroyer''' - Jesus, this thing is expensive but nasty. So on top of the rules, we've seen for the other Hellforged tanks, this beast sports T9, 22 wounds, a 2+ save and can always shoot or charge even when falling back. It also hits at S8 from its infernal hunger and rolls D6 for its containment breach mortal wounds (2D3 against psykers). It can take two heavy bolters or lascannons for sponsons and havoc launcher or combi-weapon for the pintle blah blah blah - let's talk about that FUCKHUEG gun sticking out of the front of it. It slings 4 shots down a 6-foot range with AP-6 and dealing an eye-watering 5-10D per shot (aka, 4+D6). The fun part, however, is how it wounds - it doesn't have a strength characteristic but instead, you roll 3D6 and compare against your target's leadership; if you equal or exceed that value, the target is wounded. This means that on average, you will wound '''ANYTHING''' in the game, which then takes an average 7 damage at -6 to their armor. Oh hey, if you kill anything with this tank in the previous turn with any of your guns, you get to roll 4D6 and choose the highest 3. Obviously, wipe something weak and then focus fire on trouble spots. EDIT: don't forget, it's also BS 2+...so it really works well against flyers.
**For countering this beast, the Warlord trait in the basic rules which adds +1 leadership in a 6" bubble (Inspiring Leader) is pretty impressive against this thing, as do other abilities which increase the leadership stat. Invulnerable saves work just fine against it. And lastly, it really can only target one enemy per turn (with 4 shots) so it won't be effective against opponents without elite targets (against grots, it will kill 4 grots per turn). Defensively, this (thanks to chapter approved) very expensive tank has no invulnerable save, so will die quickly to traditional anti-tank weapons.

*'''Hellforged Typhon Heavy Siege Tank''' - Your tank for when you absolutely need 1 unit dead. It comes stock with the infamous Dreadhammer Siege Cannon that dishes out 2d6 S10 AP -5 shots that each do 3 wounds on a failed saves, starting at 2+ to hit. The randomness of the number of shots makes it ok at best for dealing with squads that are 10 man or more, but that shouldn't be your priority with this thing. You want to be shooting and those special prize units of 5 or fewer models or rival tanks. This brings us to our next point, wargear. It may also bring Heavy Bolter or Lascannon sponsons and you can give it a Havoc Launcher (if you have the points, just take the Lascannons). Its no slouch defensively either T9, 22 wounds, and a 2+ save will keep it on the board far longer than your enemy will be comfortable with. Oh and it regenerates wounds from Close Combat.

*'''Hellforged Fellblade''' - Incredibly expensive, even more so due to the Chapter Approved points hike it got (897 points for the default loadout), but still the Baneblade's exponentially meaner cousin and the king of the 1500-2000 point game. It comes with a twin heavy bolter, two quad lascannons (that's 8 lascannons, people!), a demolisher cannon, and the Fellblade Accelerator Cannon, which is all kinds of rape. The FAC fires shells in 2 flavour: AE (Anti-Everything), which fires 2 shots at Strength 14, AP -4 and a flat rate of 6 damage per wound - whatever you hit with this shell will die, or be damged so bad it will become irrelevant thanks to degrading stats. HE (High Explosive) is anti-GEQ/anti-MEQ with 2d6 shots strength 8 ap -3 D1, making it absolutely perfect for killing MEQs (S8 and Ap-3 also make it decent against TEQs as you're wounding on 2s and dropping them to their 5++, but the D1 will halve the number of kills you get out), and you can also reroll the number of shots fired against units with 5 or more models in. The HE shells also suffer less than the AE shells as the tank takes damage and loses accuracy thanks to its higher rate of fire (so target vehicles early in the game, while you still have accuracy with AE shooting) The 8 lascannons are arguably the most deadly part of the loadout as rate of fire is king in 8E and you're putting out 8 S9 AP-3 Dd6 shots, making this an excellent knight killer. For dealing with T9 or above superheavies, the lascannons can be replaced for laser destroyers, which are 36" Heavy 1 S12 Ap-4 Dd6. You also roll a d6 every time an unsaved wound is dealt against this weapon, and on a 3-5 the damage is changed to 2d6, and on a 6 the damage is changed to 3d6. A pair of these are also cheaper by 40 points than a pair of qaud lascannons, but their usefulness takes a much greater hit than the lascannons as the tanks takes damage. It also has a demolisher cannon (24" Heavy d3 S10 AP-3 Dd6 (which becomes Heavy d6 against units with 5 or more models), and a twin heavy bolter (which can be swapped for a twin heavy flamer) to round the arsenal out (not including your choice of combi-weapon or havoc launcher goodness). All-in-all, keep this beast at around 24-48" range to get the most use out of its weapons, but watch out for high ap weapons as it doesn't have an invuln. To make up for this, feel free to stay at 100" and snipe the units with high ap weapons with AE shells. It's an insanely good take for non-apocalypse games, and only gets better as the points limit drops towards 1000 as there becomes less and less that can hurt it and less and less targets (allowing you to focus fire). Just don't expect to be having the room for any other expensive units (or just any units at all if you're playing 1000 points).

*'''Hellforged Falchion''' - Insanely expensive (well over 1000 points), but excellent for deleting titanic targets (seriously, Stompas don’t even get armor saves against this thing, not to mention them being wounded on a 2+. Sit there and laugh as your enemy’s 40-wound beat stick is destroyed before turn 2). 2d6 strength 16 shots, -5 AP, 2d6 damage. It'll wound anything T8 or lower on 2's, and the few T9 targets out there on 3's. Keep a lord/DP around to re-roll 1's to make the target's death all but a foregone conclusion. 2 quad lascannons (or two laser destroyers if you really want to wreck superheavies) plus a hull twin heavy bolter add to its already impressive firepower.

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==Notable Strategies==
===Play it 30k===
Gimmicks are fine for starting play, but higher levels of play will require looking at what makes an army good. Death Guard have access to the absolute hardest to kill Terminators in the game, and they come in two flavors. They have one of the toughest tanks in the Plagueburst Crawler. Their Hellforged Dreadnoughts (Leviathan, Contemptor, Deredeo) all benefit from the Legion trait. Mortarion absolutely needs his bodyguard to survive Repulsor Executioners and Knights, and is worth the attention he lifts from the rest of your army, but he's not gonna hang around to dish out his buffs. Use an Index Daemon Prince to Warptime him up the table if something juicy is there T1, otherwise Warptime his bodyguard to hang out for just one or two more turns (depending on how much shooting they toss out). Roll those tanks onto objectives, and start hammering your enemies with your dreadnoughts (I prefer Leviathans, that 2+ armor and T8 is too good). Drop in with Blightlords, and vanish the screen before throwing Mortarion up their guts. Morty dead? Drop the Blightlords in cover, walk, and be dumb hard to kill while they have to decide to put tank-busting weapons into your Leviathans or Terminators. Try taking a Plaguebringer Jump Pack Lord to be Mini-Mort for when the big man bites it.

===ZOMBIE HARVEST===
Get a big blob of Poxwalkers and Cultists. Move the Cultists in front of the Poxwalkers, then use Cloud of Flies and The Dead Walk Again stratagems on the Poxwalkers. Now your opponent can only shoot the squishy Cultists, and your Poxwalkers become an even bigger tarpit with every Cultist that dies near them on top of any nearby enemy infantry that get killed by the Poxwalkers or the Cultists. Remember the Cultists don't necessarily have to be DG, so you can use Tide of Traitors for EVEN MORE bodies and increase the size of the Poxwalker blob to utterly ridiculous levels. This basically creates a reverse Distraction Carnifex, something that you literally can't respond to unless you deal with other units first. All smiles motherfucker! Expensive in CP, though. In Matched Play, Poxwalkers that exceed unit starting strength cost reinforcement points now. Bye bye Harvest.

Another option is if you have a "the purge" detachment, tie up an enemy unit with poxwalkers then pop the "Dead walk again" stratagem and follow up with "all life is Worthless" on a havok/obliterator unit to fire into the fight. Any losses from friendly fire should be recuperated with interest right away.

===Grenade Storm===
Get a Biologis Putrifier, as many Plague Marines as you can, and use the Blight Bombardment stratagem for an impressive amount of shots, up to 20d6 if the squad is full size. Combine with Veterans of the Long War to get Mortal Wounds on a 5+, in case you want to take down heavy vehicles using only grenades. For extra fun, deep strike a Lord of Contagion with the Arch-Contaminator warlord trait. Since you can take Plague Marines in 7 man squads, one possible delivery method is a Rhino containing seven Plague Marines, a Biologis Putrifier, and two more characters, like a Foul Blightspawn for 2d6 extra grenades or a Tallyman for a follow-up charge.
*The major weakness of this strategy is that the grenades are 6 inch range and everyone and their mother will see it coming. However, with the addition of the new '''Blight Bombardment''' stratagem, you can DOUBLE the range of grenades (to 12"), since they are Plague Weapons. Trying to line up the shot is very difficult without the aid of something like Warptime or a Dreadclaw. It feels like this would be a great backup strategy rather than a main battle plan.
**As a huge fan of grenades, I've spent a lot of time trying to make this work. I find it is most effective as a backup option for your shooty marines. Having a Biologus hanging out in the back might seem kinda expensive, until your opponent deep strikes a Dreadnought on top of you or their Hive Tyrant comes to play. Unload on them with your plasma guns and blight launchers, but rather than wasting all those bolter shots on a tough target, you can get a squad and a bunch of supporting characters to all chuck grenades. With an Arch-Contaminator nearby, and VotLW, you can decimate an expensive deep striker unit with minimal risk of return fire. I've dropped everything from Terminators to Mawlocs in a single shooting phase with a 7 man squad and 2-3 characters. 1d6 shots, 2 damage, and bonus mortal wounds add up fast.
# 'Alternate Take' put 3 units of 7 plagues marines geared for melee in a rhino with feel no pain and an arch-contaminator near, a foul blightspawn oand the biologus putrefier. This will give you a tanky enought blob that can advance agressively.
Since the damage of grenade combos and blade of putrification combos are insane, you just have a 20" threat space for you... And since your ennemy want to score points, it will need to take down these.
Given that this combos damage are so insane that you can make your point back with just one iterration, it become a possible battle plan.
This was played in tornaments in Europe for sub-leagues with some success before War of the spider and v9 ( with 5 units of 5 plague marines in rhino), and was buffed to the roof with this early v9... So brace yourself people, grenades are comming!

===Nurgle Daemonkin===
Mortarion and the Daemon Engines have the '''NURGLE''' and '''DAEMON''' keywords, allowing them to benefit from the buffs of Poxbringers and Epidemius' Tally of Pestilence. With this, Mortarion can be buffed to an S9 T8 21 Attacks monster, and that's without any psyker shenanigans! You can also get S8 Plaguespitters on your Bloat Drones in case you wanted anti-tank flamers. Blades of Putrefaction and Virulent Blessing can also make a nasty combo if applied to Mortarion or a Fleshmower Bloat Drone, and Fleshy Abundance is always useful. Since you can organize an army around the '''NURGLE''' keyword, you can have an Outrider Detachment based on Bloat-Drones and Blight-Haulers (who won't mourn for the loss of Inexorable Advance seeing as they never benefited from it) lead by Epidemius and/or a Poxbringer. Horticulus Slimux can help out further by providing healing (via Cultists dying near him) and planting Feculent Gnarlmaws which provide cover (For infantry), more buffs(Charging after Advancing/Falling Back), aid in summoning, and mortal wounds to non-Nurgle things all at the same time.
* Seriously, never overlook the Gnarlmaws. They're a pain in the ass piece of terrain for your opponents. Also, as noted, Mortarion is a Nurgle Daemon so Gnarlmaws will let him charge after advancing. If you can figure out how to buff him with Warptime, he'll be in your opponent's lines and melting face faaaar quicker than they likely anticipated with an average total movement of 34" at full health. Even if you're not running a Daemon Detachment, consider a Fortification Network for these nasty trees.
* Another way to use Nurgle Daemons is to get a Supreme Command Detachment and fill out the rest with Nurgle '''Chaos Daemons''' ''not'' Death Guard ones. Locus of Virulence will cause any wound rolls of 6 for your Daemon Engines to deal 1 additional damage if they're near a character from this detachment.
* Yet another alternative is to rely on summoning: with Plague Pact (CP 1) summoning most of these are trivial, since 4d6 has an average roll of 14 - which lets you summons basically *any* creature from Codex: Chaos Daemons, including all these mentioned above. Epidemius himself has such a low PR that 2d6 is already reliable enough. Just remember to keep points in reserve - which you might want to do anyway if you're using Typhus and Poxwalkers.

===Tides of Deathvomit===
When building an army list, it's often better to think of it in terms of move speed and attack range. What you want is to hit your opponent in waves, forcing them to react to your moves rather than letting them do what they do best. First waves are usually fast moving units like Mortarion, Bloat Drones, Plague Drones and Daemon Princes, since they have ridonkulous movement range. Second waves are usually deep strikes and marines popping out of rhinos to deliver faceful of grenades, deep frying with plague flamers, or melee Helbrutes leaping into the fray. Final waves are usually Typhus and his zombie mosh pits. The downside to this strategy is that you'll be absolutely shit when it comes to holding territory. Then again you're a filthy heretic, who cares about defending?

===The Harvest===
Get a Tallyman and a Malignant Plaguecaster, give the Tallyman the Fugaris' Helm relic for the extra 3" range for re-rolls in the fight phase. Give the Malignant Plaguecaster 'Blades of Putrefaction' for +1 to wound in the fight phase as well mortal wounds on 7+ with plague weapons, and 'Putrescent Vitality' for +1 Strength, and +1 Toughness. Stick them in a 'Rhino' with a unit of your choice. Get a squad or squads of 'Deathshroud Terminators', put the terminators in reserve. Ride the Rhino to the enemy line. Deploy when available to do so. Deep strike the Deathshroud Terminators as close as possible to the enemy but stay within the range of the Tallyman, and the Malignant Plaguecaster. Target the Deathshroud with the psychic powers. Keep in mind the modified 10" of the 'Tallymans' Re-roll range for the fight phase. Charge. Fast forward to fight phase. Use Veterans of the Long War for a +1 to wound (This means due to BoP psychic Power, it's +2 to wound, and mortal wounds are now going off on 5+). Deathshroud are hitting on 3+, re-rollable misses, wounding anything Toughness 9 on 2+, rerolling 1s, and mortal wounds go off on 5+ in addition to damage. Very good at killing anything tanky like Land Raiders or Knights. Not a bad point cost for a death star. You basically have 'Mortarion', but doesn't die first turn.
*A massive con for this strategy is the vulnerability of the Deathshroud after screwing up your charge. I hope you remembered the marines that were accompanying the Plaguecaster, and the Tallyman. Put them between the Deathshroud and the enemy. Use Cloud of Flies on the terminators, so the enemy can't target them. Charge your marines in, just so the enemy can't overwatch you.
*Another con is the time it takes for this to work. You have to be a couple of turns in to be able to get the characters out the 'Rhino'. Heavily relies on deployment and enemy placement. Typically a lot of factors can make this strategy not work, but on paper it works great.

===Plague Marine Deathball===
With the new update to DG, plague marines are looking real tasty. This strategy takes a good amount of CP to work, but with 9th coming, everyone is getting more CP, so no worries about that. Essentially, this list focuses on one big blob of Plague Marines that walk up the board while shooting their bolters. This can get pretty nasty quickly with all of the synergies out there available to us now. Cloud of Flies is an obvious strat to use to keep them safe every turn. If you don't get first turn, just hide in some ruins out of sight if you can, but after that turn, you can hide them easily. Then you use Virulent Rounds as they move up the board to shoot at infantry units and rerolling wounds with Arch-Contaminator because you're always going to take that trait. If you really want to focus fire something down, use Relentless Volley and VOTLW strat to increase output and if you have some blighthaulers, you can use Parasitic Fumes to give those bolters -1 AP, but then that costs a lot CP. Finally, once you get into close combat, plague knives will do just fine now with the amount of mortal wounds that can be pumped out. You can use Trenchfighters to give every PM 3 attacks with hateful assault (if you give 2 plauge knives or a plauge knife and a Bubotic Axe/Mace of Contagion you can get them to 4 attacks, as result of their vectors of death and disease rule), then use Blades of Putrefaction or VOTLW (since hit and wound modifiers are capped at +1/-1 in 9th edition, unless the target has something that reduces you wound roll by -1 don't bother using both). This gives all of those attacks rerolling to wound with Arch-contaminator and mortal wounds on 6s, and wounding most Toughness 7 or lower units on 4s after rerolls. If you're facing a real tough nut, use Miasmal Afflictions to make a knight Toughness 7, but again, this is a lot of CP. Essentially this list focuses on Marines moving up and shooting, and then getting into combat and murdering there if they need to. You can protect them with other support units easily, and screen them with tough daemon engines as they walk up the board. This used to mainly be used as strategy with all close combat marines, but simple bolter marines have play now after the update and it's pretty cheap to run points-wise.

===Morty loves to flank===
V9 is a huge boon for Mortarion, as he becomes totally playable in standard lists.
If you put him in flank reserve, it mean that you are assured than he will be able to try at least on 9" charge range before focus, a cast of -1 to hit spell on him... And that some deathshroud near him will be in position to also have more impact than only beeing ablative wounds for him!
So go put him in flank, and add some Deatshroud with him (2 unit of wine or one unit of 5 with envil of mortarion seem to be a good choice).
With a -1 to hit him and 10-20 ablative wounds on him, even if his first charge fail, your will totally be able to have a full life Mortarion in the ennemy line turn 3. Scary indeed.
*Just be wary of where to place yourself turn 2: morty himself have enought mobility, but the surviving deathshroud can easily be made useless by a crafty oponent... And they are too expensive for that. This this little trick is not free either, Costing a whopping 6CP unless morty is your warlord and you are taking him in a Supreme Command Detatchment(then its only 3) and depending on your game size a quarter or more of your army in points.

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<b>GUESS WHAT, FA/TG/UYS?</b> [[Phil Kelly|Everyone's favourite codex author]] has blessed Chaos once again with a new 'dex. Keep your eyes peeled for further updates...
[[Warhammer_40,000/5th_Edition_Tactics/Chaos_Daemons|5th Edition Tactics are here.]] And [[Warhammer 40,000/Tactics/Chaos Daemons(7E)|7th Edition are here]]

Our [[:Phil Kelly|Dark]] [[:Robin Cruddace|Gods]] thought adding more random elements would be a good idea and make the codex more interesting, but in practice, it made it more complicated and frustrating at times and can screw your [[Just As Planned]] tactics that were carefully put together, meaning you have to think carefully about everything you do. On the plus side, this can make them more '''FUN*''', and if you happen to not like what random gift you rolled for on the table, you can always pick the weapon alternative. The possibilities are HUGE, so there's a lot to explore with the new book.

You can also now field your army just like any others, so Deep-Striking is no longer required! You can still Deep-Strike if you want to, but it's recommended that to bring Cavalry units with Icons so you can do it more safely. There're three to choose from, so you can be a bit tactical on how you set up your army depending on what you take.

You'll do fine against 6th edition books, however 5th edition books (especially Grey Knights) have a better chance against you. Even games against them can still be a lot of '''FUN*''' to play against, with the chances of the Warp Storm messing with your opponent's HQ (hilarious to see their face when you turn their Vanilla Librarian into a Herald of Khorne) or vice versa.

'''Pros:'''
*Extremely powerful in the psychic phase and can use Malefic Daemonology without hurting themselves.
*Deep Striking is no longer required, which means you can now bring large-base models like a Soul Grinder or a Seeker Cavalcade as well as more troops in each squad.
*The whole army causes Fear. Guard and Tau will tremble when confronted by Daemons in CC.
*Powerful anti-infantry and close-combat.
*Plentiful amounts of AP3/2
*Awesome Greater Daemons and cheap, effective Heralds.
*Cheaper units means they can now act like a Horde army.
*The only army other than Tyranids that can bring a lot of Flying Monstrous Creatures.
*'''FUN'''<font size=5>*</font>.
*Daemonic Instability: Daemons are almost fearless, except if they lose in an assault. However, if you roll a 2, the entire unit comes back. Nothing like losing a challenge, followed by your Herald of Khorne coming back to life, Necron style, and killing their warlord in the following turn. Also those pesky psychic powers that get rid of fearless don't work on us, because technically we aren't fearless, we just imitate it PLUS we can still go to ground!
*While the random nature of the codex can be considered bad, Fateweaver and having default options offers a method of controlling the madness.
*Our Cavalry units (Plague Drones, for example) can give our troops and other units the mobility they need via Deep Strike to get into assault (Behind cover of course).
*From a modeling perspective, Daemons have, by far, the most variety. Unless you're making a mono-god horde list, you'll rarely grow bored of painting.

'''Cons:'''
*You know how GW charge an arm and a leg for their models? For a Daemons army you can say goodbye to an eye and a testicle too. Nice kidney, GW will be taking that as well. Especially now that you'll be using more than twice as many infantry thanks to the new codex promoting horde tactics.
*Not an army for beginners. You need to know what codex you're up against and play accordingly, so knowledge of other codices is vital.
*The whole army causes Fear, but the chances this will benefit you are slim.
*Even worse against Grey Knights now without Eternal Warrior and new dependence on psykers. (However, since you can deploy normally they can't use that annoying tactic of covering the board in warp quakes and killing you before they fire a shot).
*No Eternal Warrior along with a slew of models vulnerable to instant death (Greater Daemons, Bloodcrushers, Nurglings, etc).
*The abundance of random tables can cause the result of the game to be determined regardless of tactics or strategy.
*Crappy saves and a major lack of ranged weapons except for Psychic powers.
*Daemonic Instability: Daemons are fearless, except if they lose in an assault. If failed, the unit takes wounds equal to the difference of the leadership. If a 12 is rolled, the entire unit is evaporated.
*The Warpstorm can be really annoying, with most of the rolls causing damage to your units. Take Fateweaver to "fix" this due to his guaranteed warlord trait, or take units of an opposing god with an instrument.
*Flyers, especially armour 12 ones, will wreck your face. If faced with multiple Heldrakes, just give up. Check the strategy section below for how to deal with flyers.

==Special Rules, Warp Storms and other FUN<font size=5>*</font> stuff==
The new rulebook added a lot of new general stuff to this old codex. Shall we take a look?

*'''Daemonic Instability:''' Most Daemons now have this special rule. As stated above it's basically Fearless, but if you lose an assault you must pass a Leadership test or take wounds, like the old No Retreat. As an additional twist, a double 6 will completely wipe out the unit, but a double 1 '''will return the unit to full wounds.'''

*'''Daemonic Alignment:''' As any neckbeard worth his salt knows, Daemons are aligned with one of the Four Big Bads, giving them some nice boons and defining which weapons, psychic powers and daemonic gifts they can take:
**Daemons of Khorne have Furious Charge and hate Slaaneshi daemons. Also their chariots' Hammer of Wrath hits count as Strength 7 (this works for the Skull Cannon too!).
**Daemons of Tzeentch have +3 Leadership on Psychic tests (for now up to a maximum of ten unless they FAQ it) and reroll saving throws of 1. They hate Nurglings.
**Daemons of Nurgle have Slow and Purposeful, Shrouded and defensive grenades. They don't like Tzeentchians.
**Daemons of Slaanesh get Fleet, Rending and can Run or Flat-out a farther 3"(6" if Cavalry). The manly servants of Khorne make them feel inadequate.

*'''Icon of Chaos:''' It works just like before....but better! (+1 Combat resolution and no Deep Strike Scatter within 6") it only works with Daemons of the same alignment, but works immediately upon arriving on the table! So precision Deep Strike away! Servants of the other gods still scatter, albeit only d6", but since you don't need to wait a turn anymore for icons it's WELL worth the trade off. Also, now you can buy god-specific icons with a special effect usable once per game:
**Banner of Blood: Unit charges 6+d6".
**Blasted Standard: Adds 2d6 S4 AP- hits to the unit's shooting or witchfire power this turn.
**Plague Banner: This turn all melee attacks are Poisoned 2+. Works great with Etherblades.
**Rapturous Standard: All enemies engaged in combat with the unit lose -d3 WS until the end of the phase.

*'''Slime Trail:''' Enemy units who were retarded enough to charge your Beast(s) will always make a disordered charge. Seriously, why would they do that? In any case, this will make Beasts of Nurgle more difficult to kill in close combat.
*'''Attention Seeker:''' oh ya, that why. A Beast of Nurgle that is within 12" of an enemy that successfully charged in their Assault phase immediately charges that enemy. Pretty funny that your foe must choose to either attack the blob of meatbags (through the slime trail) or ignore them but suffer poisoned hits from them.
*'''Aura of Change:''' The Burning Chariot's HoW attacks haves the Warpflame Special Rule. Scroll to the bottom to read Warpflame.
*'''Blue Horrors:''' A funny Special Rule brought to you by Phil Kelly and Robin Cruddace. Basically any Pink Horrors that suffers a wound in close combat inflicts one S2 AP - hit (From each Horror) to the enemy at the I:1 step. In most cases, you'll need 6's to wound them, and you could cause one or two wounds if you're lucky. Nothing special, but it could help, and can cause a laugh if it manages to kill a TH/SS Terminator.
*'''Daemonic Resilience:''' Ignores Crew Shaken or Stunned on a 2+. Pretty straightforward.
*'''Totem of Endless Bloodletting:''' Khorne units within 6" of the Blood Throne benefit from the Herald's locus. Useful if you don't want to put multiple Khorne Heralds in different units, but keep in mind that the area of effect is VERY small.
*'''Disruptive Song:''' -1 Leadership to psykers 12" for psychic tests.
*'''Fleshshredder:''' Add a D6 for each Hull Point your Chariot has when making HoW attacks at S4 AP - with Rending. Makes your Seeker Chariots more threatening when charging in.
*'''Gorefeast:''' Roll a D6 when your Khorne Chariot cause an unsaved Wound from his HoW. It regains a Hull Point on a 4+. Basically an equivalent to the It Will Not Die! Special Rule.
*'''Soporific Musk:''' Enemy units have -5 to their Initiative in the Assault Phase. This is your other source for the lack of assault grenades your Daemons carry aside from the Skull Cannon. Also helpful on those annoying Necron Canoptek Wraiths that make you I1 in close combat (For only one round though).
*'''Soulscent:''' You get one more attack for each unsaved HoW wounds you inflicted. Nice!
*'''Warpflame:''' The infamous rule that gave Tzeentch units a bad first impression. Any unit that suffers one or more '''unsaved''' Wounds at the end of each phase must pass a Toughness test. If they fail, they suffer d3 more wounds with no armour or cover saves allowed (Until it's FAQ'd, you could make an invulnerable save if you and your opponent want to). If passed however, the entire unit gets a 6+ FnP (Or add +1 to their existing FnP)! This sounds a huge turn off at a first glance, giving most of the game has infantry with a Toughness 4, but thankfully there's a way around this. Simply put, if you want to bring Tzeentch Daemons to shoot down the ranks, you will need to bring at least two BIG squads of Pink Horrors with a Herald, and you must have them shoot at the same squad to kill, if not wipe out, the unit so the benefit won't help them much. Again, choose wisely on who to target first. Firing this at Nurgle units, bikers, and Monstrous Creatures is almost always a bad idea. It's also worth pointing out that having a feel no pain roll does not mean there any more or less likely to pass the test, only live though the wounds it dishes out.

===Warlord Traits===
Just like any other 6th edition Codex, Daemons have their own Warlord Traits Table that must be rolled on a d6 for your selected Warlord. Most of them are quite helpful with only one (Herald of Doom) being kind of useless (and it still can be very helpful depending on who you play!)

* 1 -'''Death Incarnate:''' The Warlord's Melee weapons now cause Instant Death. This is really good on any MC and Heralds that aren't Khorne (They can get this by taking an Axe of Khorne). Tzeentch Heralds may not benefit from it much, but a Lord of Change can now kill any generic HQ with ease. Doesn't work on models with Eternal Warrior sadly. Skarbrand has this trait by default.
* 2 -'''Destroyer of Mortals:''' Woot, Hatred (Everything!) for the Warlord and his units (If he joins them). Rerolls to hit on the first round of combat is tasty indeed. Heralds with a squad will be more rapetastic in assault, with the exception of Khorne and Slaanesh Heralds, because they can take a locus with this rule (Or at least a form of it), but if they haven't, then you're in luck! Also good on a Bloodthirster or a Keeper of Secrets.
* 3 -'''Herald of Doom:''' Your foes are more scared than ever. Enemy units have a -1 penalty to their Leadership on Fear test. Muahahaha! Seriously though, this one is easily the worst trait you can roll for. It's only good on Tau, Guards, Eldar(actually not bad here if you run a Slaanesh army), Orks (In low numbers), Tyranids (Not in Synapse range) and MAYBE Necrons. Against Fearless units and Loyalist Marines, this trait doesn't do jack. Well, at least this is better than the CSM Warlord trait which only gives them Fear.
* 4 -'''Immortal Commander:''' Any friendly Daemon within the Warlord's 12" bubble can reroll failed Daemonic Instability tests. Hell yeah! You should really try and make good use of this trait, because it can make a major difference between rerolling 2d6 than losing your entire squad in assault. Best to have the Warlord charge in with multiple friendlies to enjoy the rerolls. Ku'gath has this trait, a gift from Papa Nurgle.
* 5 -'''Lord of Unreality:''' Arguably the best, as this will allow you to reroll the results on the Warp Storm table, so long as the Warlord is alive. The Warp Storm can be exasperating, so if you rolled this trait, then considered yourself to be blessed by the Dark Gods! As we all know, Fateweaver comes with this trait. Changing the results from getting a 6++ Invulnerable save to instead getting a free unit on the board? [[Just as Planned]].
* 6 -'''Warp Beacon:''' The name is just as what you would expect, all friendly Daemons (And only Daemons) can Deep Strike within 6" of the Warlord without scattering (so long as he was on the table to start the turn). So basically this makes your warlord a 5th edition Icon, not a bad trait by any means, especially on fast moving HQ's like Bloodthirsters and Lord of Change.

===Warp Storm!===
At the start of each Daemon player's shooting phase (so if you got a Daemon vs. Daemon game this is going off every turn!!) roll 2D6 and apply the matching result...

* 2 - All units with the Daemonic Instability rule must test for it. Now obviously the idea of losing models for no reason other than the codex you play is a little frustrating but this is still a REGULAR Ld TEST (unlike the next result), so at MOST you lose 4 models in a standard troop unit or 2 Wounds on a DP or Greater Daemon(THIS is pretty painful), or course thats assuming you don't roll double 6's for EVERY unit's instability check (where this to happen I'm sure your opponent would understand you throwing the table, just let them get their army off it first....this isn't their fault) . So, in summary, while this is pretty depressing I wouldn't consider it QUITE that army breaking (it will leave a mark though!). Note: Until it gets FAQ'd feel free to assume that you get FNP against wounds caused by instability (its not technically a save). Don't be surprised to lose 30-100 points if this result is rolled.
* 3 - One of your characters must test for Daemonic instability on a 3d6. This can be pretty painful depending on who gets hit by it, losing a GUO or a Bloodthirster to this would be a sour feeling indeed! Were this to happen you have our permission to rage. Make sure you take those cheap squad character upgrades to mitigate this.
* 4- All Models with the Daemon rule suffer -1 to their Invulnerable Saves for a round. THIS.....THIS......O This......after rolling this you can take comfort in the fact it can't get any worse. Unfortunately, your Daemons probably won't be around to celebrate the sunnier days. This is by far and away the worst possible result you can get so if the idea of it frightens you, invest in Fateweaver!
**Alternate opinion. While #4 is pretty bad, and some players simply concede upon rolling it, this result will rarely be a game changer as you should already have a 4+ cover save wherever possible. Nurgle Daemons are even less likely to get hammered by it with their Shrouded rule. (Plus with the addition of cursed earth you can effectively ignore this)
* 5 - Tzeentch compels you to roll a bunch of dice. For every six an enemy (or Nurglite) unit wins a cover-ignoring S4 AP5 large pieplate to the face.
* 6 - Every enemy or Tzeentchian unit has a chance in 6 to suffer d6 S4 AP3 hits that wound on a 4+ and ignore cover, courtesy of Papa Nurgle.
* 7 - Nothing. Remember that this the most statistically likely result.
* 8 - As a 6, but Slaanesh likes his/her hits to be S6 AP-, Rending and with a chance to hit Khornate allies.
* 9 - As a 5, but Khorne's mighty pieplates are small, S8 AP3 and have a tendency to hit Slaaneshi pussies.
*10 - All daemons get a +1 to their Invulnerable Save for a round. Every Daemon in your army now has an Iron Halo.....I don't think I need to explain the awesomeness in that. If you honestly don't see this as a game changer, wait until you roll it than ask your opponent how they feel about it. By far the best result you could hope for.
*11 - An enemy psyker must pass a leadership test on a 3d6 or become an Herald of your choice at your command. Oh, look-see, your [[Mephiston|precious and unique snowflake]] just became my new lieutenant (try a Tzeentch Herald here for free Divination trolling). Totally useless if your opponent doesn't even have a psyker on the board though, but it "removes from play" so even eternal warrior sporting psykers are liable to just go poof. Kill a flyrant with it and win the game.
*12 - You get an entire unit of troops of your choice, 2d6+3 strong, completely free of charge. Lucky you. Hope you're not playing Purge the Alien.

===Random Wargear===
Daemons may purchase various types of rewards, as opposed to each reward only doing one specific thing they each have a random effect that you roll for (rerolling any results that the daemon already comes with). In addition to the random effects each reward has a default choice that the player may take if they do no want the result rolled (basically a "primaris" reward), these are usually a standard weapon available to all 4 types types of daemons and a set of god specific weapons that may also be taken.

====Lesser Rewards====
*'''0 - Magic Weapon''' - If you don't like what the Dark Gods gave you, you can still fall back on a nifty special weapon.
**'''Etherblade''' - default is this AP2, master-crafted melee weapon. At 10 pts., you will scarcely find a bargain like this in any other codex.
**'''Axe of Khorne''' - AP2, Instant Death on 6s to-wound. The preferred armament for the Blood God's servants and just like the Etherblade, you are very hard pressed to find a better bargain.
**'''Staff of Change''' - a power maul with WARPDOOM, which causes victims to explode and inflict d6 S5, AP- hits on nearby units, although this includes yourself. Kinda risky, plus the Mutating Warp Blade is better.
**'''Plague Flail''' - +1 Strength, suckers must pass a Toughness test or suffer an additional wound. Not bad, but the Balesword is way better.
**'''Witstealer Sword''' - it has Rending for some superfluous reason but causes an additional wound on a failed Initiative test. Kinda meh: would've been better priced at 5pts. instead of 10.

*'''1 - Burning Blood''' - Every wound suffered in combat causes d3 bolter shots to the offender. It's... okay.
*'''2 - Cleaving Strike''' - A 6 to Hit doubles the attack's Strength. Cute; pairs nicely with an Axe of Khorne on Daemons of Khorne if you have the Blood God's favour.
*'''3 - Corrosive Breath''' - A Flamer with +1 Strength and Armourbane. Very useful for defense and offense.
*'''4 - Spell Breaker''' - Adamantium Will. Not as good against Grey Knights as you expect, due to most of their psychic powers being blessings.
*'''5 - Warp Breath''' - Range 18" S8 AP4 Assault 1 with Soulblaze. Meh.
*'''6 - Warp Strider''' - +1 to Reserve Rolls for the daemon and his unit. Hell yes!

====Greater Rewards====
These are, without a doubt, the best choice of rewards, with a decent price and some pretty big bonuses. If you don't like what you get (and most of them are pretty sweet), you can always exchange it for one of the awesome Greater Magic Weapons.
*'''0 - Greater Magic Weapon''' - as per lesser rewards, you can opt out of whatever you rolled for one of these.
**'''Greater Etherblade''' - a +1 S, AP2, master-crafted melee weapon. It is ''so worth'' 20 pts.!
**'''Blade of Blood''' - for Daemons of Khorne, AP2 and Rampage, but Unwieldy. Great for Thirsters and DPs but also swell on Heralds or Bloodreapers looking to pick up horde-mulching duty. Grab an Etherblade, Greater Etherblade or Axe of Khorne for either Master Crafted or character hunting and that bonus attack.
**'''Mutating Warpblade''' - for Daemons of Tzeentch, power sword that turns slain Characters and MCs into Chaos Sp... [[Chaos Spawn|things that never should be named]]. It's very good, but the hard part is slaying the enemy character or Monstrous Creature. Works for some characters, but monstrous creatures may a bit tough.
**'''Balesword''' - for Daemons of Nurgle, poisoned 4+, Instant Death and what is basically Gauss. The ultimate anti-MC weapon when given to a Daemon Prince or GUO; just remember to tie up the enemy whatsit with another unit first lest your DP get gibbed by Overwatch.
**'''Lash of Despair''' - 2d6 attacks at the user's base strength up to 12" away. Should this weapon be rending, you have yourself a rather brutal long range weapon. It is also otherwise a nifty albeit unreliable form of anti-air when loaded onto a flying DP.

*'''1 - Corpulence''' - +1 Wounds and It Will Not Die. Very useful although funny to picture on anything Slaaneshi.
*'''2 - Daemonic Resilience''' - Feel no Pain 4+. This + Greater Daemons = Your opponent's tears.
*'''3 - Dark Blessing''' - Can reroll ALL Invulnerable saves. Fuckin' A - you just improved your invulnerable save by about 1.5. Marginal improvement for Daemons of Tzeentch, though.
*'''4 - Hellfire Gaze''' - A Tau Fusion Blaster with Lance instead of Melta. This one is ''excellent'' for anything with a BS of 6 or more - Bloodthirsters, Keepers of Secrets, Lords of Change and Heralds of Khorne/Slaanesh, specifically.
*'''5 - Touch of Uncreation''' - Fleshbane and Armourbane on all melee attacks. This is the one you hope and pray to roll for your close combat Heralds. Greater Daemons and DP's also benefit from not having to Smash to pop vehicles.
*'''6 - Unbreakable Hide''' - 3+ Armor Save. What's that? You're a DP with Warp-Forged Armour or a Bloodthirster? Oops! If you're any other Greater Daemon or a Herald, this is awesome because free-ish [[Pauldrons|power armour]]!

====Exalted Rewards====
Ostensibly, you only ever want to buy Exalted Rewards for your GDs and DPs - they're just too expensive and don't do enough, plus the MC Daemons can afford to purchase more rewards than Heralds, just in case.

*'''0 - Hellforged Artefact''' - You get a special artefact of your choice. There's only four of them this time around, read up on them below.
*'''1 - Doubly Blessed''' - You get a reroll on the table and a Lesser Reward free of charge. In a word, [[AWESOME]]. This is the sort of thing you want to get as a DP.
*'''2 - Riftbringer''' - At the end of the combat phase, roll 2d6 and add +1 for every three wounds the daemon caused. On a 9+ you can create a new unit of troops, just like a 12 on the Warp Storm table. Watch the Hive Tyrant flip the table after all his gaunts poof into warpspawn.
*'''3 - Souleater''' - If the daemon causes any wounds in combat you gain a wound up to a maximum of 10. Nice!
*'''4 - Unholy Frenzy''' - Rage and Rampage. If you're a Daemon of Khorne and you're planning on rocking a Blade of Blood, this can be moot.
*'''5 - Warp Tether''' - The first time the character would die he is instead placed in reserve with one wound left. Trolliest, by far.
*'''6 - Wind of Chaos''' - Strength 2d6 AP4 Blast, Large Blast if you roll an 11 or 12.

====Hellforged Artefacts====
*'''The Eternal Blade:'''Frankly, with a name like that I expected something a little more impressive. It's a close combat weapon that gives its user +1 Strength and +d3 WS, Initiative and Attacks. On one hand, even a humble Herald can become a rapetastic murder-machine, but having AP- will get you in trouble against anything with a decent save (i.e. just too many things, what with the five and more Marines codices we've got around). On the other, giving it to a Greater Daemon (other than the Bloodthirster and Keeper of Secrets) or Prince can solve this little problem (on average, a Daemon Prince will be WS10 S7 I10 A7-that's even better than a Keeper of Secrets or Bloodthirster in terms of damage output!), but do you REALLY, absolutely need to be WS or I 10 instead of 9? Slap it on a Lord of Change or a Great Unclean One if you REALLY wanna get the most out of the stat buff. If you want to kill stuff, then go with a Herald of Slaanesh, Rending with enough attacks can hew though terminators (which says nothing of the WS and Initiative buff putting it on par with a KoS).
*'''The Portalglyph:''' Simply put, it's a Random Daemon Generator: it sits around as an immobile vehicle with 12 Armor all around and 1HP, and every turn there's a 50% chance it will spawn a unit of d6 Daemonic Troops of your choice. The true purpose of the Portalglyph is to spawn tarpits to tie up shooty squads for a turn saving your bigger units from being gunned down and they could serve as late game objective grabbers. Alright, here's why this thing sucks: first, if you hope you can just place it behind a building and enjoy an endless tide of free reinforcements, think again - it has to be summoned during the game and scatters 4d6" from its owner (side note: no idea whether this thing can claim benefit from Icons as it technically doesn't deepstrike, RAW) although at least it can't suffer a mishap. Second, this thing is incredibly fragile and you're basically giving your opponent free VPs. The final nail in the coffin is that as of 7th Ed, your psykers can do its job better with Daemonology. What's really sad is that this thing could've been cool - if it was actually a fortification instead of equipment, had more HP and didn't have such retarded deployment rules, it would've been so much more useful!
*'''The Doomstone:'''The doomy stone of doom is actually a pretty nifty assassination tool. At the start of each fight sub-phase, all non-daemon characters in the same combat as the bringer of doom must pass a Leadership test or permanently lose d6 Leadership for the rest of the game, and if they reach 0 they're DOOMED. Dead - as in "removed as casualty," as opposed to "suffers instant death." It's fucking hardcore, no ifs and no buts! The problem with this is that it will usually be on a big Greater Daemon, where the Eternal Blade would allow you to just kill the enemy instead of waiting for the doomy stone of doom to do its work. The other problem is that most characters you care about killing aren't going to fail leadership tests very often.
*'''The Grimoire of True Names:''' Funny, this used to be an anti-daemon tool in the Daemonhunters army, Phil Kelly and Robin Cruddace pulled a Ward. A powerful defensive tool with a catch: on a 3+ the user can improve the Invulnerable save of a single friendly unit by +2 (so to a 3++ in most cases), but on a 1 or 2 it's instead worsened by -1. Alternatively, in a mirror match you can use it to debuff the save of enemy daemon units. It can be especially useful with Kairos Fateweaver who allows a single dice to be re-rolled. Also, seeing as Tzeentchian daemons reroll Invulnerable save rolls of 1, this can bring Fateweaver to a 2++ rerollable. Sure, while the Change powers are mediocre, Biomancy and Telepathy primaris powers are pretty good, the former being a TEQ killer, and the latter OMNOMNOMs horde squads with low LD. Combining the those two and the primaris Change power can still do a good amount of damage.

===Daemonic Loci===
Now Heralds may take a special upgrade called a Locus, giving a special bonus to themselves and any unit they join. Unlike most things in the book you can actually choose which one you want, although there are limitations based on the herald's allegiance. A cookie if you guess which belong to which god.

*'''Lesser Locus of Abjuration:''' Gives Adamantium Will to the unit. Honestly, it's probably not worth it, if just because the most powerful psychic powers are almost all buffs, which aren't affected by DtW anyway, plus the Greater and Exalted Loci of Khorne are generally more useful for your purposes (which is killing things). Still, it's cheap and, if you think you'll go up against an army (like Chaos Daemons) that could spam offensive psychic powers, it might just be worth it.
*'''Lesser Locus of Transmogrification:''' When a Pink Horror is slain, the unit gains d3 Blue Horror tokens instead of one. It's a cheap, melee gimmick. Since your Horrors shouldn't be in close combat anyway, it's probably rarely a good choice, but if you have a few more points to spare, it could be useful.
*'''Lesser Locus of Virulence:''' 6s to Hit always wound on a 2+. Adds a bit more punch to your plagues, alright for 10 points.
*'''Lesser Locus of Grace:''' Move Through Cover. Good on Slaanesh cavalry and chariots.

*'''Greater Locus of Fury:''' RAGEEEE!!! This little Locus is essential on Bloodletters, being the cost of a Bloodletter and a half but boosting their melee punch far more than that. It's not as good on other units, since they generally have plenty of attacks to begin with, considering it's the same price as the Exalted Locus.
*'''Greater Locus of Change:''' The whole unit's Strength is randomized at the start of each turn. This cannot end well.
**on the other hand, Tzeentch stuff only has a strength of 3 anyway, so on a 4+ your getting better, on a 3 your normal, and on a 1 and two you're screwed, So the odds are in your favor, if you think you might need to assault with Horrors (you silly silly man) consider this one.
*'''Greater Locus of Fecundity:''' Feel no Pain. Makes Plaguebearers who are in cover harder to crack than terminators.
*'''Greater Locus of Swiftness:''' +5 Initiative (WHAAAAAA...?)

*'''Exalted Locus of Wrath:''' HATRED (against EVERYTHING)!!! It's the same price as the Greater Locus, but this one is far more useful to Khornate units that ''aren't'' Bloodletters, since they have more attacks anyway. That being said, this shouldn't be considered absolutely necessary; it's a neat boost, but it also requires a (comparatively expensive) Herald to run with the unit. Alternatively, this thing may have a use for a Herald with Bloodletters in a fortification.
*'''Exalted Locus of Conjuration:''' +1 Strength to all Psychic Powers. Pretty straightforward.
*'''Exalted Locus of Contagion:''' 6's to Hit generate an additional hit that always wounds on a 4+. Go kill some MCs.
*'''Exalted Locus of Beguilement:''' Reroll all failed to Hit rolls, the opponent must always accept your challenges and YOU decide who accepts.

==Unit Analysis==
===HQ===
HQ are broken down into Greater Daemons and Heralds. Greater Daemons (including Daemon Princes) bring a lot of hurt but cost a lot, especially the Daemon Lords; conversely, Heralds are cheap, disposable HQ and you can take a shitload of them as they bend the rules a bit for HQ selections.

====Greater Daemons====
*'''Bloodthirster:''' This guy is your basic "big stabby HQ". He is an unholy rape train, with WS10, I9, 6A, and he comes with an '''Axe of Khorne''' (AP 2 and rolls To Wound of 6 cause ID), a '''Lash of Khorne''' (S6 AP2 shooting attack, albeit with only a 12" range), and '''Warp-Forged Armour''' (a 3+ save a la power armour). He comes standard as a Flying Monstrous Creature, which lets you swoop around the field assaulting whatever you want. Remember that you can Vector Strike (to troll people) and use Smash Attacks (to crush tanks to death). Although he can ''technically'' be seen as an anti-air choice, don't rely on him, since you can't assault flyers and the Lash of Khorne (your only shooting attack) is a.) short-ranged and b.) only S6 (which will have trouble penetrating most flyers). He gets the three levels of Gifts, most of which make him even better, but also make him cost a fair bit more and unlike the other Greater Daemons, he doesn't really ''need'' upgrades to make him a total badass. He is worth every point of his cost. Just keep the force weapons as far away as possible!
**'''Skarbrand, the Exiled One''' - Skarbrand is now a beast! Cheaper than a normal Bloodthirster, he balances the loss of wings and Fleet with +1I and +1A from the two close combat weapons (on top of a Bloodthirster's already ludicrous statline), and his aura gives him and all units within 12" Rage and Hatred (though that does include enemy units as well, <s>so this can backfire horribly</s> you should only worry about it benefiting Grey Knights, other than that, the buffs will benefit you more than your enemies unit, since you are a melee-oriented army after all!). Oh, I almost forgot: now [[rape| ALL HIS ATTACKS HAVE INSTANT DEATH AND FLESHBANE OR ARMOURBANE]]! I'm not kidding when I say that '''anything''' he gets a charge on is already dead. ''HE HAS NO BRAKES!'' He can defeat any CC character in the game on the charge, aside from Kaldor Draigo (whose Daemon-killing shenanigans will still mess him up). Even the Swarmlord will be annihilated. The problem is that like the Black Mace Daemon Prince he lacks defensive power and while some might say T6 is enough, most CC beasts have S8+ weapons that are AP3 or lower and let's be honest - a 5++ save isn't going to stop him from taking 2-3 wounds. Be sure to grab the Grimoire of True Names to fix this problem, and Deep Strike this beast so he can get to the thick of it!
**'''[[Angron]] (Forge World/Apocalypse)''' - Hell yes! At first glance Angron looks like a slightly buffed (+1 W,I,A) Bloodthirster at literally twice cost. His master-crafted instant-death sword is pretty nice to take out other monstrous creatures, and big 12" bubble of -1 Ld is good too, but the main reason you take him is his retinue of 2-12 Bloodthirsters. And everything they charge would die - even Aetaos, Scabeiathrax and An'ggrath (though, this would never happen, cause Angron and An'ggrath are good fellows). On Armageddon this squad wiped out ONE HUNDRED Grey Knights, and they totally could do it on the board.
**'''An'ggrath (Forge World/Apocalypse)''' - Costs thrice as much as a normal Bloodthirster pointswise at a whopping 888 points but is an unholy monster in close combat - anything within range of his axe is pretty much dead but is just too stupid to realize it. And when I say "anything", I really mean anything - not even a Imperator titan or Hierophant would survive close combat with this thing. His melee capability is pretty much unmatched; if it's in base contact with him, it's going to be dead within the turn. He costs A LOT and is a massive firemagnet, but as a flying gargantuan creature he is now insanely durable (as in T8 2+/3++ save with FnP that you can only hit on 6's durable), and can rip apart enemy fliers. On the plus side, he eats titans and superheavies like Abaddon eats people; hell he could eat Abaddon for breakfast. He gets +D6 attacks on the charge and has a lovely 2+ Deny the Witch. Thanks to the new Gargantuan Creature rules he can now be locked in close combat, so be wary of tarpits should anything survive your charge. On the brighter side you now no longer have to trade all of your attacks to Stomp attack, so once you have launched all of your strength 10 AP 2 Instant Death on 6's hits, throw down some Stomp attacks on anyone that managed to survive. He's still overpriced though - Zarakynel does it almost as well for 222 points less, regenerates wounds and Dat Ass.... On the other hand, because superheavy vehicle rules regarding D-strength hits are much better than gargantuan creature rules, he can get ganked with horrible ease by D-Strength weapons , keep him flying and away from anything that can smack him with an SD hit like your life depends on it (this is now only a secondary priority now strength D only ignores invun on a 6, although it will still ignore your armour and FNP no matter what). Because going down to two turbo-laser shots is not fun. If you see a Tau Manta or Tigersharks; prepare to cry because they're going to sodomize you and there's nothing you can do about it.

*'''Great Unclean One''' - Being a Greater Daemon of Nurgle, it's no surprise that this little guy can take tons of punishment, being one of the toughest units in the entire game with the ablity to reach T10(!) by having access to Biomancy. Despite his fat and bloated appearance, The Great Unclean One can also bring the pain in close combat by having five S6 attacks with no upgrades. However, the Great Unclean One is terribly slow, being only able to move 6" a turn due to Slow and Purposeful. As a result, Deep Strike is an absolute necessity for him to ever reach any sort of combat. Now here's where it gets tricky. Any 40k player worth a damn is going to ignore shooting this unit because of its sheer bulk and target your other more squishy units instead. You ''need'' to invest in plenty of upgrades for this guy, or he's going to be the world's fattest statue. A good loadout for The Great Unclean One involves two Greater Rewards (the Exalted Rewards table is pretty meh for this kind of unit). As for psychic powers two points in Biomancy for ridiculous buffs, and one point in Plague to gain access to a shooting attack ''might'' seem like the obvious route, but what tends to be more practical is all three powers on Biomancy for maximum chance at Iron Arm; besides the Great Unclean One doesn't really need a shooting attack. Deep Strike him on an objective or behind your opponent's delicious gunline, and you just made the Great Unclean One something that ''cannot'' be ignored by your opponent. Then giggle manically as they struggle to put down a T7-T10 Monstrous Creature with 6 wounds, all while the rest of your forces come in to help clean up. However, you will always need to watch out for tarpit units, poison or sniper weapons (Nurgle weak to poison?! HERESY! But seriously they hurt.), and Mindshackle Scarabs. Fuck Mindshackle Scarabs.
**'''Ku'gath, The Plaguefather''' - A Great Unclean One that's a bit more expensive than a regular Great Unclean One. Don't be fooled by the shiny AP3 Large Blast. Only Psyker Level 1 and no rewards mean this guy is a great deal weaker than a pimped out GUO. But he gets stuff that regular GUO's can't even buy, for example he is even BETTER in melee than a regular Great Unclean One and he gets to throw AP3 Poisoned 4+ Large blasts with BS3 at the enemy every turn! Oh, and one last thing. He has no model, and apparently he travels around on a pontoon-like palanquin filled with laboratory instruments carried by an entire battalion of Nurglings. So before you go spending hundreds of dollars (and hours! Jesus!) on converting this model, just use a regular Great Unclean One model (or a Forge World Daemon of Nurgle) and say that he decided to walk today. Nobody will mind. (Also he can have nearby Nurglings gain a wound back every turn.)
**'''Scabeiathrax (Forge World/Apocalypse)''' - Will never, ever, ever, ever die. He is to Great Unclean Ones as An'ggrath is to Bloodthirsters. Though he costs 777 points, with 6 wounds, Feel no Pain (4+), Invulnerable saves (3++), Daemon of Nurgle (Shrouded), and toughness 9 (which means that heavy bolters and down can't hurt him and he has a pretty good chance of just laughing off lascannons on toughness alone) there is practically nothing in the game that will kill him. He has a bunch of Nurgling attacks, though not that many of his own - but any wounds he inflicts become 2 wounds to the model he strikes should they fail a toughness test. Additionally should anything that doesn't have Mark of Nurgle or is not a Daemon be within 6" of him they must take a toughness test or suffer a wound with no armor or cover saves allowed. This helps considerably should something try to keep him locked in close combat thanks to the new Gargantuan Creature rules. He's kind of like Typhus if Typhus were mutated by nuclear waste that had Papa Nurgle had spilled his latest concoction on. He's a big firemagnet, but given the amount of effort it takes to kill him; that won't do anything to him and in fact will be very good for the rest of your army. <strike> All the same, watch out for Strength D shooting weapons </strike> FAQ is out on destroyer weapons and they no longer ignore invulnerable saves, making them a minimal threat to Ol' Scabies.

*'''Keeper of Secrets''' - Similar to the Bloodthirster except fleet and tricksy instead of flying and beefy. He lost his big bag of tricks and now must rely on random Rewards like anyone else, but again they pumped his stats like crazy (WS9 I10 anyone?). Not to mention at 170 pts base he is a STEAL for a T6 monstrous creature, and with Fleet and an extra 3" Run move he's quite mobile for a footslogging MC. Pair him up with a Bloodthirster and go crazy. That said, he's not a CC killer in the same way that the 'thirster is. Despite an awesome statline, he's more geared towards mowing down the rank and file than taking on anything terribly strong - without the Flyer-related defences of a 'thirster or LoC, or the durability of a GUO, T6, 5 wounds and only a 5++ will not last long against most challenge-geared HQs or heavy shooting, but his high WS and Init will ensure most troops will be hitting him on 5s long after he's torn through them. Greater Rewards will mitigate your survivability issues somewhat, as 4 out of 6 will increase your defenses in some way. As a situational bonus, the Keeper of Secrets now has Preferred Enemy against Eldar and Dark Eldar. Given the prevalence of the former due to the new codex, this may come up more than you'd think.
**'''Zarakynel (Forge World/Apocalypse)''' - Essentially the An'ggrath of Keeper of Secrets. While she is the weakest of the Uber Greater Daemons at 666 points, she is no slouch and will bring massive levels of oh so literal assrape to everything in her long reach. She has both Init and WS 10, gains D3 attacks on the charge, counts as armed with assault grenades when charging and re-rolls all failed to-hit and to-wound rolls - pretty much guaranteeing that she will go first and hit rather regularly with her AP1 instant death sword that replenishes her wounds on a 2+. For extra lulz, non-fearless units have to pass a leadership test before they can try and hit her back. The latest edition gives her a 36" S6 AP3 shooting attack with D6 shots and pinning. So essentially, like Lucius the eternal turned up to eleven. Plus [[DISTRACTION CARNIFEX|DISTRACTION BOOBS]]!

*'''Lord of Change''' - What Bloodthirsters are to stabbing LoCs are to magic. If you're going down the shooty path, be sure to bring Pink Horrors with Heralds, just so your opponent doesn't get Feel no Pain (Even if you do grant them FnP, in most cases the unit will only have a few models left by the time they get it, unless you're shooting at MCs or Nurgle bikers, in which case you were stupid for trying anyway). For a melee LoC, take the Psyker (Master Level 3) upgrade with full Divination, The Eternal Blade & a Staff of Change and you have a LoC that's hitting like a Bloodthirster! Do not sleep on these guys! They are the most versatile Greater Daemon in the book; buff, combat, or shooting, take your pick 'cause he does it all.
**'''Fateweaver, Oracle of Tzeench''' - THE Psyker of 40k (Level 4) with a points decrease and two heads that are always better than one. Each head knowing all the Change powers (but they're not all that great anyway) as well as randomly generating a power from all the standard disciplines except for Telekinesis. No longer flees when things don't go [[just as planned]]. Overall a very deadly flying psyker. Use the Grimoire of True Names on him and watch him become harder to kill than before! Do not take him into CC, he doesn't belong there, doesn't like it there and will turn you into [[Chaos Spawn|something that shan't be named]] if you bring him there. Use his staff to reroll WHATEVER THE HECK YOU WANT!!! A fun little trick with it is manipulating the warpstorm table; say you roll a 6 and a 1? Using Kyros's warlord trait is risky cause one of your die are high already, instead, use his one die ability and reroll the 1, now at worst your result is a 7-12! So yea, be creative, you have an army wide chronometron so enjoy it!
**'''Aetaos'Rau'Keres (Forge World/Apocalypse)''' - 999 points of pain. He's been changed up recently but still grows your army at the expense of your opponents' with Riftbringer or heals himself with Soul Eater. For the shooting phase, he comes with Wind of Chaos, a shooting attack which summons horrors with 48" of him AND his staff can drop an '''INFINITE RANGE''' poisoned haywire apocalyptic barrage that can hit up to 9 times. In addition to his high toughness, large number of wounds, 3++ invulnerable save, and flyer rules, this Daemon Lord is a Mastery Level 4 psyker and can rebound psychic powers back onto their caster with after a successful DtW and a 4+ on a D6. If you see this guy leading a tetragon of darkness you're getting screwed. The only winning move is to find the tournament organizer and punch them in the throat. Aetaos'Rau'Keres does have a set of drawbacks however: if he gets within 18" of a Greater Daemon, Daemon Prince or another Daemon lord, he'll direct all his shooting attacks upon the poor sod. Second, he has to pass a leadership test to call down his apocalyptic barrage and if he fails, your opponent gets to place the blasts.

*'''Daemon Prince''' - Your customizable killing machine, and with WS 9, S6, I8,and 5 attacks it's not to be sneezed at - and that's before the mandatory upgrade to a Daemon of a Chaos God (one of them had to promote the lucky mortal after all). Most of the time these guys won't be your HQ if you like your Greater Daemons, because when you buy a Greater Daemon of your choice God, a Daemon Prince of that God moves to a Heavy Support choice (Similar to the Tyranid Tervigon, except they're taken as Troops). Its strength is that it can be tailored to your liking. CC monster? Spellcaster? Vector-Striking flyer? He can do it all if you're willing to shell out the points - which brings us to the main flaw: it will become more and more costly as you upgrade it and in most cases you should consider investing your points to the more powerful Greater Daemons as they are damningly more cost effective (and sometimes cheaper as with the GUO and KoS) than the Daemon prince, which both says something and is pretty fucking sad. It's better to take this Build-a-Daemon as your Heavy support choice. Just do not, I repeat, '''DO NOT''' go overboard on the gifts and upgrades! Keep in mind that Wings and Armour are damn near mandatory. <br />They do however have a few roles for you to consider, such as the Slaanesh Lash Prince. Consisting of a DP with wings, Lash of Despair and a biomancy psyker, pray to Slaanesh that you roll Iron Arm and fly around all game throwing 2d6 S9 shots (which is absolutely insane!) at enemy flyers. It's unreliable as fuck but if you wanted reliability, you picked the wrong codex. Alternatively, you can build a monstrous creature hunter by taking a Nurgle Prince, give it the Balesword and three points into Biomancy. Buff yourself up with the fantastic Biomancy buffs to make yourself a very tough cookie to take down (watch out for Tau, however. They love their Skyfire and Ignore Cover). Get him into assault with a MC, prepare to drink your opponent's tears: stab 'em with your Balesword for an AP2 Instant Death attack. The big drawback with the Balesword is its lack of AP but because DPs are monstrous creatures they can bypass this drawback.
**'''Uraka the Warfiend (Forge World)''' - One of two named Daemon Princes from Forgeworld. His stat line remains unchanged except for Ld 9 and he costs 200 points now. His axe lost Instant Death proper but gained Fleshbane and Decapicating Blow (ID on a to-wound of a 6) to compensate. Uraka's added goodies include a nice shiny Collar of Khorne, Warp Forged Armor, and Unholy Frenzy. This is cool and all but he is still likely to get shot to death before he does anything productive. Still not enough of a badass to make us believe he beat a Bloodthirster before gaining daemonhood.
**'''Mamon, Daemon Prince of Nurgle (Forge World)''' - The other FW named Daemon Prince. His stats are similar to a Great Unclean One, putting him at WS7, S6, T7, 5 wounds, I4, 4 attacks and Ld 9. Throw in Feel no pain, Poisoned 2+ attacks, Daemon of Nurgle and a poisoned 2+ AP3 template weapon. Not bad at all!
**'''[[Be'lakor]] The Dark Master (Dataslate)'''- A returning character from Fantasy, Be'lakor gets Eternal Warrior that regular Daemon Princes lack and is a Level 3 Psyker with all Telepathy Discipline by default. He comes with the unique rules Shadow Form (4+ invulnerable save and Shrouded and automatically passes Dangerous Terrain tests) and Lord of Torment (gains a bonus D3 Warp Charge points by making enemy units fail morale checks). He also has wings and possesses a unique weapon called the Blade of Shadows (S+1, AP2, Fleshbane, Armorbane, and Master-Crafted). He also doesn't need to be devoted to a chaos god, as he serves all of them. At 350 points, he's a flat upgrade to the basic Daemon Prince and cost-effective to boot. His model is arguably the coolest GW has ever made, too.

====Heralds====
The following HQ selections are Heralds and differ from the Greater Daemons and Princes because up to four Heralds may be taken in a single HQ slot in a primary detachment, meaning you could have lots of them if you wanted to (but not as an allied detachment). The following count as Heralds: Skulltaker, Karnak, Epidemius, and the Changeling as well as the four generic Heralds. The Masque and the Blue Scribes don't however.

*'''Herald of Khorne''' - With WS7, BS7, and initiative 6, the Herald of Khorne is a 55 point character/TEQ killer. Just watch out for the strike back, because you're only 6+ 5++... As for what to equip him with, either one of the Etherblades, Blade of Blood or Axe of Khorne, really depends on what you want to throw him in. If you plan on butchering hordes with your unit of choice, an Etherblade is a better choice (hordes with higher toughness values should be dealt with via Greater Etherblade); units with higher initiative or model count are better served with the Blade of Blood. The Axe is meant for challenges and chopping the heads off of Monstrous Creatures, so take that instead if wish to spill blood in a badass way. Additionally, you could take two of these weapons and get the benefits of both.
**'''Blood Throne of Khorne''' - Your personal Khornate Pimpmobile. It's the slowest but toughest of the chariots (Armor 12 with 3 HP, with a 50% chance to regain one every-time it wounds something), and its Hammer of Wrath attacks are at Strength 7. It offers your Herald good protection and mobility, but more than anything else it broadcasts his Locus to all Bloodletters within 6". Just imagine this massive blob of power weapons with either 3 attacks each on the charge or Hatred for everything...
***'''Skulltaker''' - The new book changes how he rolls. WS9 I9 4A, 3+ Armor, Eternal Warrior, Adamantium Will for the whole unit and a power sword with Soul Blaze that has Instant Death when you roll a 6 To Wound. All this at the bargain price of 100 points. Yeah, he must always issue and accept challenges, but if he's not actively hunting the opponent's most dangerous character you're doing it wrong. Put him on a Juggernaut with at least three Bloodcrushers to Look Out Sir, and watch as he gets into combat much faster than last edition (He still keeps his 3+ Armor save with this option). Unfortunately he lost his 4+ rending so The Taker of Skulls will be decapitated by models with a 2+ and is rarely more useful than a standard Khorne herald with an <s>Etherblade</s> Axe of Khorne. I think the main use of Skulltaker is in 500-1000 point games as he is only 100 points or 145 points with his upgrade and can beat any other non 2+ save HQ into the pavement. Another appealing option for Skulltaker is to put him on a Juggernaut and run him with a pack of 10-20 Flesh Hounds. Skulltaker can take care of any high armor models that would otherwise tarpit the hounds. Plus, the high model count in the unit grants re-rolls in challenges and will help him take down your opponent's special snowflake that much easier.
***'''Karanak''' - This big ol' doggy is made for hunting down special snowflakes. You can nominate one at the start of the game: Karanak will get to re-roll ALL To-Hit and To-Wound rolls against him/her/it, and at that point it's only a matter of getting him in melee. Don't think that daemon-Cujo here is a one-trick pony though. He's got a better statline than a vanilla Herald, Hates everyone and everything, gives his whole unit Rage and as a frosting all psykers within 12" suffer Perils of the Warp on a double (problem, Grey Knights?). All this for a only 120 points. Alternatively, putting him in a squad of Bloodletters isn't a bad idea, because his Loci grants Rage, and MEQs will be slaughtered by them, especially with Karanak's marked Hatred! Not the best way to use Karanak, but an interesting combo none the less.

*'''Herald of Nurgle''' - These guys actually got a buff this time around. They have got high WS, BS, S and T but MAINLY provide your Plague units with FNP. These guys can be Psykers and can take from Plague and Biomancy. Keep them lv 1 and take Plague for either some very nasty witchfires or an amazing blessing that turns your Plaguebearers into scary CC killers. They also hit at Initiative 4 with AP 2 (if you give them the Etherblade) which is awesome as you can actually kill something relatively tough without being killed first! Can't recommend these guys enough!
**'''Epidemius''' - As of the new codex, Epidemius got nerfed hard. He's only just usable in a Nurgle based army. He could possibly pump up your units to absurd levels, so long as they are Daemons of Nurgle within 6". Now as he only has a 6" bubble that he gives buffs to (+1T, +1S, +1FNP, etc) and he only buffs Daemons of Nurgle, not Mark of Nurgle, he will be rarely used. The Buffs got better but the area of effect makes him far less useful than before, especially as he doesn't even give FNP to his unit to start with like a cheaper Herald could.

*'''Herald of Slaanesh''' - A decently balanced faster unit. Give her an Etherblade, Greater Loci of Swiftness and a Steed of Slaanesh or Exalted Chariot. Stick her in a squad of Seekers so that you have yourself an angry mob of initiative 10 Daemons being lead by an even bigger Daemon with AP2, or a squad of angry fast Rending machines on Speed.
**'''The Masque''' - The Masque is only 75 points. She is now 5++ with re-roll and three dances to choose from that debuff -5 to WS another to BS with no overwatch and one that causes them to literally dance themselves to death. Debuffing BS -5 and preventing overwatch sounds particularly delicious. She can't join units so be extra careful with her, but her nerfs are the last word in countering death stars so consider her carefully if you opponents use them often. Dancing starts at the start of the shooting phase, she still free to run after the dancing begins so she can jump out in move, nerf something, then run into cover.
***A very important note, though she's in the herald part of the book, she's not actually listed as a herald so she takes up a full HQ slot by her self not the 1/4 a normal herald takes up, a MAJOR detriment.

*'''Herald of Tzeentch''' - A lot of dakka in a small package. Upgrade to Mastery 2/3 and if you roll on Change, hope for the third power or take the primaris and roll all others on divination. A lot of dakka with great div buffs zipping around on a disk is very effective. A solid choice. The chariot he can take has weaker armor than a rhino (10 on all sides) meaning that bolters can glance it to death with sixes, but hang on and you don't want it. This guy is amazing if you roll an 11 on your warpstorm, since the new Herald has to be BASIC and Tzeentch Heralds happen to be Psykers as basic, so you gain a nice Divination bonus for free, whereas the other Heralds are only really usable with upgrades.
**'''Exalted Flamer''' - A recent issue of White Dwarf weekly now allows single units of Exalted Flamers to be taken outside of their chariot for half the points cost. Though it gained independent character, it isn't jump infantry unlike regular Flamers and its shooting attacks are still classified as heavy weapons. Actually, it's kinda better this way as it allows it to hide away in terrain along with some Pink Horrors and provide some extra ranged power while camping some objective. Counts toward your Herald allowance.
**'''The Changeling''' - Now works similarly to the fantasy Changeling, with the caveat that you only alter your own profile. You can replace any or all of your WS, Strength, Initiative, toughness, and/or attacks with that of a single model in base contact. Might be useful to tie up a generic close combat character, but will quickly get outclassed by anything with special snowflake gear. Statistics will never be in the Changeling's favour. The best you can hope for is 50%, given the target has no wargear at all. One fun trick is against characters that have an 'X' or '*' for their characteristic like Crowe's attacks. Since this means the longhand description counts as his characteristic, you copy that as well. The question is: do you use the same stance as Crowe, choose your own, or just copy the number of attacks and forgo the rest of the benefits? Discuss this with your group before playing while we wait for an FAQ, but you may have to wait a while as GW doesn't seem to care much about FAQing rule discrepancies in the Daemons codex. It's been months and all we have are some corrected typos.
**'''The Blue Scribes''' - Cheap multi-purpose character who should be kept out of melee at all costs. They lost "Watch this!" and now have a Hellforged Artefact "Scrolls of Sorcery" for which each turn you choose a discipline, roll d6(no primaris swap) and auto-manifest the power with no tests needed and no charges expended(as they aren't actually psykers) and a spell siphon ability that recycles used charge points by enemy psykers on a 6. Makes decent support with horrors around as you can cycle those warp charges onto them and then use there flicker fires to dump that extra spell charge into even more mind bullets.

===Troops===
*'''Bloodletters of Khorne''' - Now only 10 pts. Bloodletters are overall okay. MEQ armies will piss themselves with fear when they hear that Bloodletters' close combat weapons are power swords. Then they'll realize Bloodletters don't have any grenades, have a poor invulnerable save, have no armour saves and their swords are AP3, so TEQ will eat them for breakfast. On the plus side, they're now a lot cheaper, so horde tactics are a good call. Deepstriking a unit of 'letters with an instrument allows you to call down another Khornate daemon unit. Bloodletters' main problem is their low number of attacks (1 base). While Bloodletters will decimate MSU units, they will get mowed down by hordes due to their low number of attacks. Also marine squads of 15+ (CSM) will beat them in close combat through sheer volume of attacks if outfitted with close combat weapons; or the 'letters will mostly be dead by the time they get into combat and will be taken down by sheer weight of numbers. There are ways round this though. If you give them a Herald with a Locus give them Greater Locus of Fury (Rage) - it helps remedy their low number of attacks. The Exalted Locus (Hatred) is a bit worse and more expensive, as they'll already hit most stuff on 3's. Another problem is that they will always endure at least 1 turn of shooting (if not 2) so unless your opponent ignores them they will have lower numbers when they get into combat. The Blood Banner is essential here, greatly improving their chances of getting a successful charge in; and the Character upgrade can be effective especially with access to that Axe of Khorne. <br />Bloodletters are also the unit for garrison duty in buildings with weapon emplacements. Their BS5 makes them hilariously and counter-intuitively (for a close-combat unit) efficient at shooting; if you're looking for some effective and reliable anti-aircraft in your Daemon army, give some serious thought to a Bloodletter squad in an Aegis defense line, Imperial bastion, Fortress of Redemption or even an Aquila strongpoint.

*'''Daemonettes of Slaanesh''' - Clocking in at 9pts each, they have Fleet and Rending as standard. Like every other force organization slot, the Slaanesh unit is faster and more fragile than the Khorne unit just as the Nurgle unit is slower but more durable. They're designed to tie up the enemy before they have a chance to use their ranged weapons, and now that they're not forced to deep strike their whole strategy is actually possible. They still have to foot-slog it though, so we're still back at square 1 (unless you Deep Strike them). Now that they're only 9 pts. a model, you can take a lot of them, which might even out your odds... maybe... However, they are better than Bloodletters in CC because they have more attacks, are faster, and don't fold to TEQs. Speaking of which, they will rape TEQs. Example: 9 Daemonettes and 1 Alluress cost 95 points, same as 3 Chaos Terminators and are putting out 21 attacks, hitting on 3s, wounding on 5s. With Rending they'll kill a 3 man squad in 1 turn most of the time. If you take a Herald go ahead and spring for the Exalted Locus (reroll all To Hit rolls); it gives them more teeth (something they lack) and ups their likelihood of getting a rend.
**'''The Great Promenade of Exquisite Excess (Apocalypse only)''' - If you play Apocalypse, you may want to look into this. The new Apocalypse book has this nasty Slaanesh Formation consisting of the Masque and six squads of Daemonettes and/or Seekers. They must be kept in reserve and deep strike when they come in, but can assault when they come in and Rend on a 4+. This will be guaranteed to throw your opposing team off guard, so if you're feeling horny and have the models this is highly recommended.

*'''Pink Horrors of Tzeentch''' - With 6th edition rules, Pink Horrors were arguably the best choice in the Troops section. As of 7th, they easily '''are''' the best. They're a ranged unit, but they shoot psychic powers instead of regular shooting attacks, namely the fact that you can run after shooting witchfire powers. This means you can move up, squeeze off a volley of Flickering Fire, then run in the shooting phase back into cover. The big kicker though with these things in the psychic phase is that not only are they psykers themselves for the purpose of generating Warp Charge points, but their unique Magic Made Manifest rule lets these things generate 2 Warp Charges instead of one if they number 11 to 15 or 3 Charges if they number 16 to 20. Small groups of these guys are useful as a shooting unit, but multiple squads of 20 will assure you complete dominance of the psychic phase.

:In addition, with the new FAQ confirming Daemonology as a optional choice to generate psychic powers, it is possible to achieve what can be only described as a gribbly bacterial plague. With a focus on claiming battlefield objectives and holding them, you can use your mastery charge to generate "Summoning" from the malefic daemonology discipline, which will then give you the option to spawn another unit of horrors using 5-6 warp charges to guarantee success. By selecting Malefic discipline for the new unit, your opponent now has too eliminate two units of horrors in order to prevent a third/fourth unit entering the field. In theory, you should be able to hold the line using the age old principle of "Bodies over bullets". While this does restrict the use of other psychic powers in the army, it is perfect to use as allies for an army with a particularly weak selection of psykers......

*'''Plaguebearers of Nurgle''' - Plaguebearers may have lost FnP and got their toughness docked by 1, but they got a dramatic points reduction in exchange. They get Shrouding as part of their new deal, so as before they're still great at holding objectives. Since they are no longer Fearless and have Shrouded they can go to ground for 2+ in any cover. Also now their attacks always glance on a 6, which means that these are your anti tank. A massive unit of these with a Herald could march across the board and kill a hell of a lot of stuff that your other units might struggle with (see Wraithlords and AV13 Walkers). If you take a Herald, take the Greater Locus of Fecundity (Feel No Pain) to make camping Plaguebearers unkillable or to survive the march to your enemies' vehicles. Or you could bring Plague Drones/Seekers/Bloodcrushers with Icons to get them where you need to go, which is a better idea because they have Slow and Purposeful. These guys definitely need a Herald to give them their FNP back to truly shine at backfield objective camping. Otherwise they're a few markerlights away from oblivion.

*'''Nurglings''' - A four wound tarpit, Nurglings have lost their amazing Eternal Warrior and are now incredibly vulnerable to instant death. In 7th edition, the rule disallowing Swarms to be scoring units has disappeared which means these things score and have Objective Secured! Plus they have the Infiltrate Special Rule, and they're decent at distracting units with a lot of dakka and missile launchers, allowing your assaulting units to move up and chop them to pieces. Alternately, they can grab a vital objective early in the game. Taking about 6 should do the job, but taking more isn't a bad idea. Just don't expect them to do much. Be careful, however, using these guys against Tau. Infiltrating units with four wounds seems like a perfect solution to keep some of that shooting off your army as they run up the board, but sadly any S6 shooting or templates will absolutely destroy the unit in no time at all, and Tau unfortunately have tons of that.
**If playing apocalypse, you can usually find a place behind the enemy to infiltrate to. Take a bunch of 3-base units and [[DISTRACTION CARNIFEX]].

===Elite===
*'''Beasts of Nurgle''' - Toughness 5, 4 Wounds, Shrouded and It Will Not Die? Beasts are amazing tarpitters, and can even charge in the enemy's assault phase. Yes you read that right. One of the best countermeasures to your weaker units being charged in the book. They last forever and will hang around long enough for hopefully some one else to come and help. Pairs well with Plague Drones, BUT remember to keep them in cover! They are Beasts, and as such they ignore difficult terrain, so take advantage of the free saves. Great as road bumps for Death Stars and also good at distracting assaulting units in a shooty Daemons army. As long if you're willing to invest in Tzeentch units and focus on one target at a time, Beasts can really help as a meatshield for your shooty units. Also, in the fluff <s>in the new codex</s> since about 1986, these creatures are [[Unyuufex|attention-seeking puppy-like beings who love making new friends and jump at the chance to show their affection. They never fully catch on to the fact that, in their quest to give and receive affection, their size/strength/natural abilities always result in the gruesome deaths of their intended playmates.]]

*'''Bloodcrushers of Khorne''' - With 6+ (Why does it even have this?) 5++ and T4, Bloodcrushers are possibly the worst hit by the new codex. They still hit very hard, and now they have 3 wounds, but the whole loss of the 3+ save means that Bloodcrushers will die quickly when in the open. On the other hand, now they're a proper Cavalry unit, so what they lost in survivability they gained in mobility, but that ''won't'' save them. Plus they cost 5pts MORE than their 5th edition counterpart. Trading their 3+ armour save, T, and their Eternal Warrior in exchange for 1W and counting as Cavalry for 45 pts? Pass. On the other other hand, if you manage to cast the Grimore of True names on them, they'll be nigh-unkillable with 3 wounds and a 3++ save. Their main use in this book is to attach Karanak with five Bloodcrushers with an Icon so you can deep strike your Khorne/Slaanesh (HERESY!) units safely (within cover of course) so they can launch an assault next turn after the Bloodcrushers do. Again, if you're worried about their their survival, grant them the True names and they'll do fine for the most part. Using these in range of a Leman Russ, Krak missile long fang squad, or Hive guard tends to end hilariously. For the enemy anyway. For you it'll probably just make you cry.

*'''Fiends of Slaanesh''' - These guys look *weird* and they're adequately killy. They're pretty fast (Beasts) with an OK 3 S4 rending attacks at a good initiative (6). Their MAIN use is that any unit they charge has -5 I. Hell yes! Oh and enemy psykers have -1 Ld when within 12" of them. The downside? T4 and 5++ (Although 3 wounds sorta helps out). They are even more of a glass hammer than last time around but have some nice tricks to help them out. For extra lulz, have a Keeper of Secrets with a Witstealer Sword charge in a unit with the Fiends, laugh when your opponent tries to pass his Initiative test but fails thanks to these Beasts!

*'''Flamers of Tzeentch''' - At one point, fielding Flamers would have caused your opponent to leap over the table and strangle you. Now he will thank you for giving his Space Marines Feel no Pain - if he doesn't mind losing half his squad first (or none of it if you shot it into bikers of nurgle, god damn it). 23 points for a Strength 4 AP4 flame template, which forces the unit to take a toughness test. If he fails, the unit takes D3 cover and armour ignoring hits, if he passes, the unit gains 6+ Feel no Pain for the rest of the game or a bonus to his existing Feel no Pain, and ATM until an FAQ comes out this STACKS. However, they have one saving grace: they still kill models with 4+ saves and higher in droves and since most of these models are T3 half of the time you get D3 extra auto hits. Remember, it's at THE END of the Shooting Phase when the unit must take a toughness test, so take six in one squad and have some Pink Horrors to help them out! By the way, I don't recommend you putting nine in a squad, because this unit is meant to harass and distract your opponent's squad while your troops gets within charge range to finish them off. Six flame templates are plenty to do that job. <br />One use is to deepstrike them right next to the biggest blob the enemy has (either praying for no scatter or taking the CSM's Dimensional Key) and let rip with your '''AP4''' flamers. Fire warriors, gaunts, boyz and necrons will be wiped off the table by a 3 'man' 69pt unit (remembering to lay down the template the best way possible and multiplying the models under it by the unit size)

*'''Decimator Daemon Engine (Forgeworld)''' - A healthy alternative to the Soul Grinder. Costs a LOT more, not as well armoured (13/12/11) but potentially more durable. Like other daemon vehicles it has Daemonic Resilience, deepstrikes and gets a 5+ invulnerable save, but unlike other vehicles it has "Unholy Vigour." Basically, it can regrow blown-off weapons and un-immobilize itself on 5+ AND can revive itself from a Wrecked result on a 6+ ON ANY TURN! Mind it will also [[Vampire|suffer final death]] on a 1. This thing also gets access to smoke launchers for 3 pts., so buy them. The Decimator can additionally mount the following weapons:
**'''Decimator Siege Claws''': Your decimator comes stock with two of these, providing a total of 4 S8 AP2 lightning-claw attacks plus they have built-in heavy flamers. These claws can also perform a smash attack that if it penetrates a transport or building, you get to make D6 heavy flamer attacks against anyone inside - Falcon PUNCH!
**'''Butcher Cannon''': The butcher cannon will help against things like dreadnoughts, medium armour and when bought as a pair, can lay down an eye-watering 8 S8 AP4 shots at 36". It can glance vehicles alright, pop infantry with low armour saves and maybe have some marginal anti-air power, but it may be better to take an allied Forgefiend.
**'''Storm Laser''': 36" S6 AP3 Heavy D3+2. Like the butcher cannon, the laser is best bought as a pair and is a cost effective alternative to them. Storm Lasers are best at chewing up MEQ infantry: Necron Lynchguard/Destroyers/Praetorians/Tomb Spyders, Blood Angels in power armour, PAGK's, the occasional Tyranid monstrous creature, etc. Tau Crisis and Stealth suits (should you ever catch them in the open) are the most flavourful targets of laser decimators appearing out of nowhere and scorching them in a volley of hurt.
**'''Soul Burner Petard''': Yes, that's... really it's name. ''[[Derp|Petard]]''. [[Gay|A French/British word that basically means "bomb"]]. Anyway, it gives you S5, AP5, Rending, Large Blasts for smashing Orks, 'Nids, or Guard (or any other blobs you may need to remove). You only need to buy one of these (as it's an Ordnance weapon), allowing you to retain a Siege Claw for the fighty bastards that get too close.
**'''Heavy Conversion Beamer''': 6th edition gave this thing a purpose, for now you can hide one of these in a building while taking another gun for more dakka and dedicating this vehicle to Slaanesh for the defensive grenades... although this seems like a goofy way to use a decimator. <br />The Decimator can be dedicated to the Gods (requires an Independent Character in the army with the same dedication) for +15 pts. as follows:
**'''Khorne:''' Gains Rampage. Great for tearing apart lots of things in hand to hand and goes well with the double claw or claw plus petard.
**'''Nurgle:''' Gains It Will Not Die. Arguably the best, making an already hard to kill unit even harder to kill!
**'''Slaanesh:''' Counts as armed with assault and defensive grenades. Assault grenades are marginally useful, but defensive grenades are alright if you're weird and are going for a camping decimator with a heavy conversion beamer.
**'''Tzeentch:''' Re-roll to-hits of 1's for shooting attacks, and heavy flamers (if any) get Soul Blaze. A good gun/claw mark which will do terrible things to light mech armies.

===Fast Attack===
*'''Plague Drones of Nurgle''' - Plaguebearers riding on giant jetpack cavalry flies. And you thought you were badass. Can be upgraded with Poison (3+) or turn one of their attacks into Instant Death (Stinger tail to the face). The whole unit can also get an upgrade for Str user assault 2 poisoned 4+ 12" ranged attacks. There is also the champion upgrade that gives you +1 attack and gives you access to that AP2 Etherblade (this makes them hit very hard). Don't forget that because they are jetpack cavalry they can move 12" in the movement phase (kinda like a jumppack with their dangerous terrain test if they start or end turn in terrain), then shoot you with Death heads and then they have Fleet and Hammer of wrath for their charge (again ignoring any terrain they have to charge through (bar a dangerous terrain test). Oh, and they have 3 wounds each at T5 so they ain't going anywhere quickly! And if you don't fancy charging don't worry, you can move 2D6" in the assault phase for free like Tau Battlesuits, making their move average at 19" per turn and with shooting. NOTE: They also make great ICON bearers so you can Deep Strikes your other units more effectively and pretty far across the board turn 2 since they are so fast and tough.

*'''Flesh Hounds of Khorne''' - Good points: they're fast, have multiple wounds, can effectively deal with any non-melee unit that isn't wearing power-armor. That and they have +2 to Deny the Witch rolls as standard. Bad points: their attacks don't ignore armor saves so anything that's as tough as a Space Marine will laugh them off. As a counter to this, Karanak or a Herald on a Juggernaut can give the squad he is in RAGE which makes them really scary on the charge and since they are so fast and ignore difficult terrain ALL THE TIME, being beasts, they should be charging. Along with Karanak's perils'-causing collar, him and the Hounds make great psyker hunters. These guys also now have Scout and just generally better stats. A cheap group of ten is well worth their points if your opponent has at least one annoying psyker pissing off the Blood God. These guys are also borderline mandatory when playing against very shooty armies, such as Tau, IG, or Eldar. Use a squad of ten to sponge up most of your oppenent's firepower on turn one, and roll your other fast units up the board. Using a large blob of them buffed by the Grimoire with Karnak is typically considered a [[Troll|most excellent dick move.]]
**'''Models note:''' If you want to add Flesh Hounds to your force but don't have the money to buy them (They cost $50 in America for five Hounds), you can get either the Beastmen/WoC Hounds or the Vampire Counts Dire Wolves for "Count as" models for half the price AND twice the amount you get. Did I mention they're plastic rather than Finecast? Hmm, Me gusta!

*'''Furies of Chaos''' - These got a total change this time around, but still suck. They have jump packs but only one attack each and rubbish stats make them un-usable. Even for 6 points a pop they have leadership 2. Yes, you read that right, Grots and Conscripts have more balls than they do - these are undoubtedly the biggest pussies in all of 40k. That means if they EVER lose combat they are gone, no ifs or buts about it; if they ever have to take a morale check they are unbelievably fucked. You can make them dedicated if you want but seriously don't bother wasting a precious fast attack slot and points on these guys. For extra Fluff-Heresy you can Mark Furies. Even though they were scorned by each god to be mark-less abominations of despair and eternal punishment for the fickle mortal they once were. Other than the Slaanesh Mark, we aren't to sure why you would want to do that.

*'''Screamers of Tzeentch''' - They '''will''' get mowed down if properly targeted/assaulted, so be sure you're using them tactically to herd enemies or as a '''small''' suicide squad against tanks, although they have 2 wounds now which helps. They have three attacks each (plus Hammer of Wrath) which means their chances in combat are OK. They have a "Slashing Attack" Special Rule, allowing D3 S4 AP- auto-hits on unengaged enemy models by turbo boosting over them (don't forget this gives you a 4+ cover too). The update brought them to heel where now you can substitute your normal CC attacks for one Strength 5 Armourbane attack at AP2 (REMEMBER you still get your S4 Hammer of wrath attacks too!). Use this against big vehicles and Terminators only and watch light vehicles get ripped to little shreds by your 25pt models. These guys are still usable, but no longer the cheese they used to be.
**'''Note:''' It can be argued that Screamers do get their second attack from charging while using Lamprey's Bite as it only states normal attacks, not ALL attacks (same wording as Smash). Until a FAQ comes out regarding that make sure you talk it over with your opponent. If you wanna be a rule lawyer sure; "they may trade in all their normal close combat attacks for one attack with the following profile..." is pretty self explanatory. Just take the extra Hammer of Wrath attacks and be happy folks!

*'''Seekers of Slaanesh''' - Got changed this time around, Seekers are now a solid unit that one should consider when making their lists. These cavalry units are cheap-as-chips (12 pts), they may just seem like daemonettes on mounts, but when you take a closer look, you see that they have Acute Senses and Outflank. They also have an extra attack, which gives them 4 on the charge, and if that's not enough, they run an extra 6' in the shooting phase, so Seekers are both fast AND deadly! Seriously, for only three points more just for all of that makes me think their point costs is a print error. Whether you use them for a fast offence unit, an Icon carrying squad, or to simply distract your opponent from your other units, you can't go wrong with Seekers. Even if you were to maximize the unit to 20 seekers, it won't take up your points and still leaves you room for other units, unlike the other unit that requires the Grimore to be effective and are an expensive investment *CoughBloodcrushersCough*.

*'''Hellflayer of Slaanesh''' - The Hellflayer was overlooked when it was first launched on account of it sucking during that brief update from White Dwarf. Let's not kid ourselves, this thing is still fragile and will succumb to most gunfire with ease. Granted, should it survive, you will quite literally drink the tears of your enemies troops as the chariot deals out D6 S4 Rending HoW hits per hull point remaining, granted it only starts with two. However, the Exalted Alluress riding the thing gets an additional attack per unsaved wound inflicted on top of the four with which she starts! Like we said, there's an incentive to kill this thing before it drives into the soft, moist folds of the rank and file. There's just one critical problem: 'flayers are 60 pts each whereas seeker chariots cost 20 points less, have the exact same profile and can be taken in 1-3 vehicle squads. If you can't take those or Exalted chariots (likely because you don't have any free Heavy Support slots left), only then shall you consider this unit. They aren't very good if you got the memo as they pay 20 points for a gimmick.

*'''Blight Drone (Forge World)''' - A fast flyer with a Reaper Autocannon, an old-style Mawcannon (Phlegm and Vomit only) and now Deep Strike and the Daemon of Nurgle rule. At 150 pts., it's a nifty fast attack vehicle. With the increased points, it is now closer to a soul grinder. The downside? It's BS2. The upside? It has Shrouded so evading for a jink is 3+ cover (2+ if they're within 8" due to defensive grenades). One of the contenders for best fast attack choice since it's a good load of dakka on a flyer with Shrouded which many armies lack effective counters to. Beware that these explode when destroyed (wrecked/explode) so keep them away from squishy friendlies and always near enemy lines. These can also be taken as a 1-3 squadron. Never hurts to double tap, and opens slots up for other fast attack awesome.

===Heavy Support===
*'''Skull Cannon of Khorne''' - Basically auto-include if you're bringing Daemonettes or Bloodletters. Not because S8 cover-ignoring blast (which is still nice at popping-out vehicles), but because your guys can charge anything hit with this blast without initiative penalty for not having assault grenades. If the enemy gets too close, it's a chariot, so charge them with your D6 S7 Hammer of Wrath hits! Then die horribly as they shove a power fist up your armour-10 rear.

*'''Burning Chariot of Tzeentch''' - Fragile but very killy. 10AV all around but is in fact a Daemon of Tzeentch and 3HP make it more durable than most fast skimmer... chariot... things. The Exalted Flamer will be shooting AP3 torrents and 18" heavy d3 lascannon shots, which unfortunately have Warpflame. Even its Hammer of Wrath attacks have Warpflame. Here have FnP while I burn you alive. [[Just as Planned]]. Alternatively you can give a Herald of Tzeentch one of these to pimp around in, casting Divination, Change, and/or Malefic Daemonology powers all over the place. Or you could use a Warpblade to spawn the shit put of your opponent using sweep attacks, then 'accidentally' flamer the t5 spawn, as well as the enemy squad, and let the nomming commence.
** Warhammer 40,000 7th Edition update. Now in 7th Edition chariot riders count as always stationary and relentless. It means exactly what you think it means. Our beloved av 10/10/10 skimmer can now move 12", torrent another 12" and because it's open topped it can be from anywhere on the vehicle. While the durability is low, 3 HP, chariots can now never be immobilized only, explode on 7 for damage roll and they can pass off hits/wounds to the rider. And if you do choose to run the Herald on this instead, remember that you can spew psychic powers in the psychic phase and then flat-out into safety in the following shooting phase.

*'''Seeker Chariot of Slaanesh''' - These guys are cheap. A squad of three of these used to be unusable due to their massive bases and deepstriking, but now they can deploy safely. Rules for these girls are simple: Charge the enemy. Your d6 per hull point Hammer of Wrath Attacks with RENDING due to its Fleshshredder rule owns everything. And since chariots can't be locked in combat when it's your turn again just back up an inch and repeat! These things are very delicate but at only 40 pts a chariot they are worth it. Be careful with the rules in cc as it gets very confusing with the exalted Alluress in combat.
**'''Exalted Seeker Chariot of Slaanesh''' - Same as above only 4 HP instead of 2. you could put a Herald here and take the locus that means all your chariots ignore difficult terrain all the time.

*'''Soul Grinder''' - In 4th edition, Games Workshop decided to expand its repertoire of things stolen from intellectual properties and so knicked something a bit more recent (from Doom, specifically). It was a shitty waste of points back then because its [[Meme|HUGE GUTS]] made deep-striking it an exercise in annoyance and failure, but we don't talk about that much no more. For this codex, the <s>Spider Mastermind</s> <s>Cyberdemon</s> Soul Grinder is very similar to what it once was in terms of stats and cost. He still comes with a harvester, has one Iron Claw (it's a power fist, actually) and still has that same, rather solid stat-line. So what's new? Well, he can Skyfire if he wants with his new S7 AP4 3-shot harvester and has to buy all his other weapons from scratch. However, losing a Mawcannon won't remove all the the profiles you upgraded it with so that's a plus, right? Speaking of weapons and profiles:
**'''Baleful Torrent''' - just like the last one, S6 AP4 but now with torrent!
**'''Phlegm Bombardment''' - very similar to the phlegm profile it replaces, your half-range battle cannon doth return. Note, you have to snap-fire all other weapons when shooting it now because it's Ordnance and this is post-6th Ed.
**'''Warp Gaze''' - why? Oh sure, S10 AP1 seems terrifying, but its range is pathetic and you can expect to miss as often as you can to hit with it; could be worth it on camping Nurgla/Tzeentch Grinders just to add more dakka. This would've been ''awesome'' if you could give it to a Daemon Prince!
**'''Warp Sword''' - your back-up if you lose your Iron Claw and a pricey one at that, but it will also give you a bonus attack, being that both your claw and this sword are specialist weapons. Warp Swords are also master crafted, which is totally a plus for close-combat grinders<br />Soul Grinders must now be upgraded to a Daemon of a god in which it gets Daemon USR (5++ and Fear) as well as the special god-related bonuses:
**'''Khorne''' - This one is free as the Iron Claw already doubles strength (making furious charge useless unless someone shoots off your claw) but also means you'll almost always be loading up with a Warp Sword just in case.
**'''Tzeentch''' - The next cheapest, giving you jack shit in terms of psychic powers but 5 pts for a re-rollable save 1's is fantastic!
**'''Nurgle''' - Best by far for Shrouded Soul Grinders (2+ cover behind ruin anyone?) but be careful with an ADL as it might be too small to obscure him properly. Always double check that this massive model is obscured before assuming he is. Otherwise, you're gonna be shooting so take phlegm, maybe Torrent and ''maybe'' Warp Gaze. Keep in mind that this thing will be in the backfield, which is a weird position for daemons that are more used to taking the fight to the enemy.
**'''Slaanesh''' - the +3 run, Fleet and Rending! Grab yourself a Warp Sword and Baleful Torrent. Speed up the field, and soften a unit up with the torrent and the harvester cannon, then assault it with 6 S10 attacks (with rending, but at S10 that's a bit of a moot point) - not even buildings or [[Land Raider|big metal bawkses]] can withstand that! You can even charge in and kill those Gay Knights shooting you with Psycannons that aren't allowed to run away in CC and have to stand there while you kill them (unless they brought Daemon Hammers... then you're fucked).
:While the Soul Grinder is usually worth taking, it is annoyingly counter-intuitive. It offers Skyfire, but only has BS3 and if used, prevents the use of Phlegm or the torrent (requires some Divination trickery); they have access to powerful guns, but have criminally short ranges; they come with strong close combat options, but also great ranged options. The trick is to figure out what you need it to do in your army and use it to fill in the gaps. Most importantly, play to its strengths: it's a walking tank! It's way more durable against things that threaten [[Dreadnought|other walkers]], like autocannons or krak grenades so don't be afraid to leave yourself a little vulnerable at times. If you're really concerned, take them in pairs for safety.

*'''Plague Hulk (Forgeworld)''' - Essentially a Soul Grinder of Nurgle with a poisoned 3+ S5 AP3 flamer instead of the Harvestor and a rending phlegm bombardment with 2 fewer strength but at 150 instead of the 180 for the codex version with Phlegm. Replacing the Iron Claw with a Warp Sword for +25 points is a hilariously bad idea which you should not do. Definitely worth the points but wants you to get close to take advantage of the poison template (which is counter intuitive of Nurgle Grinders siting back abusing Shrouded). Since you can take it in CSMs too its a good way to get a 4th Grinder via allies if you really like them. You are losing the versatility that the Harvester gun has but for being the most budget Grinder it's always worth consideration.

*'''Blood Slaughterer (Forgeworld)''' - '''FUN'''<font size=5>*</font> name notwithstanding, these jacked-up chaos dreadnoughts are bad fucking news! Front armour 13, WS5, a dreadnought close combat weapon, Rampage, Daemon of Khorne, Deepstrike, Fleet, Daemonic Resilience and +D3 attacks on the charge spell death for anything they touch. You can either stride them across the table but they will likely get kited because they have to run towards the nearest enemy unit in sight. Fortunately, you can instead choose to deep-strike them close to that thing you want to die; this is a marginally better proposition as individual Slaughterers are roughly dreadnought sized and it's fairly easy to place one (and in most situations, the other two). If you take a full squad of three, give them all Impalers (a Blood Angels magna grapple with one worse AP and a scant 12" range; it can never be snap-fired): they always hit on a 4+ and drag penetrated vehicles or wounded and unsaved monstrous creatures 2D6" closer to them. Oh, if you happen to drag anything into base contact it's blender time as the model is now in a close combat with the Bloodslaughterers which count as having charged. Did we mention that multiple Impaler hits are cumulative? Or that these are one of the few things that can assault and sweep on the turn they deepstrike? [[RIP AND TEAR]]!

*'''Spined Chaos Beast (Forgeworld)''' - No longer available to CSM, this thing is now a Chaos Daemons exclusive. Basically, it's a daemonic construct made from flesh instead of metal. It's a deep-striking monstrous creature with WS5, S7, T6, 4 wounds with It Will Not Die. Must be a Daemon of a Chaos god:
**'''Khorne:''' free furious charge! +1S on the charge is nice although it isn't an earth-shattering bonus, but it's hard to beat a price of 0.
**'''Slaanesh:''' Got bumped up by +5 pts. but is no longer the cheapest or worst of them all. Fleet, rending and an extra 3" of movement are pretty sweet. Great for running up the field, dashing through cover or deep-striking and running out of LoS. You also don't have to smash to pop lighter vehicles with rending, which is nice. All in all, like Khornate Daemonhood, there are no drawbacks or wasted abilities here. A Slaaneshi Chaos Best combines the good parts of a Daemon Prince (high WS, easier to Deepstrike) with a Soul Grinder (strong and remarkably tough), although you lose access to ranged weapons, gifts and psychic powers. Still, it undercuts ''both'' those competitors by a fairly significant margin.
**'''Nurgle:''' Oh how the mighty have fallen - 15 points for shrouded and slow and purposeful. Alright, so you already get a 5+ save from being a Daemon and slogging through difficult terrain to buff that cover save makes you even slower - which paired with Slow and Purposeless makes this thing a 155 point sink that has a chance to do FUCK ALL during a battle when foot-slogged. Deep-striking it into cover may get you closer but you still have to waddle over to your targets (which will be agonizing) or you can scatter onto bad things for a mishap, again giving you the opportunity to have a 155-point sink. Topping it all off, you won't get your cover saves in close combat, which hangs a massive question mark over the whole goddamn thing! What's really sad is that the bonus it replaced (FNP) was way better; just skip it.
**'''Tzeentch:''' +5 points to better use psychic powers... that you don't get. Being able to re-roll 1's for saves is nice and quite a bargain at only 5 points granting an almost 4++.

===Fortifications===
Before the new book, these were a pretty silly idea, but now that you can choose to deploy regularly, these might actually be worth it.

*'''Aegis Defense Lines:''' More of the more reliable Skyfire/Interceptor choices, although, being a very choppy army, you probably won't benefit much from the cover saves. A Herald with a minimum unit for meat shields can use it's higher BS to fire the emplacement and hold a backfield objective.

*'''Skyshield Landing Pad:''' Your Deep Strikers don't have to scatter and you can get improved Invulnerable Saves, given you already get 5++.

*'''Imperial Bastion:''' Put your bloodletters in this guy and put your trollface on as you fire a quad gun at BS5 at their precious aircraft.

*'''Fortress of Redemption:''' Ew, no. It's incredibly expensive and really made for a shooty army, which you aren't. Unless of course you put a squad of Bloodletters on it in which case you can have 4 BS5 Heavy Bolters, a BS5 Krakstorm, and a BS5 Lascannon with Interceptor and Skyfire.

==Building your Army==
Step one is usually the same for building any army: Start with an HQ and two Troops.
However, this is a bit more complicated in a Daemons of Chaos army! If are anything like I was when I started playing, you read the fluff on the chaos gods and you think "No fucking way would these miserable sacks of shit ever work together!" And you know what? You're right. But if there's one thing you should learn about Warhammer 40k RIGHT FUCKING NOW, it's that both the fluff and the crunch are best enjoyed separately. I know that winning isn't everything, but if you build a mono-Slaanesh army you're just going to lose all of your games (If you don't know how to use them right that is), and that's not fun either. So here's the real step 1 of building a Chaos Daemons army (For the newbies and the non-intelligent players that is):
*'''Step One: Are you sure you don't actually want to play Daemon Marines?'''
**You can, however, run a mono-god list if you take daemons as allies to a primary detachment of Chaos Space Marines. I won't talk about that here since this is the Chaos Daemons tactics article, but suffice it to say that Death Guard with Ku'Gath and a Soul Grinder is not just fun and lore-friendly but highly competitive, and Noise Marines with a Lord of Change is one of the strongest unit combinations in the game right now, hands down. (Not lore-friendly per se, but at least it's not two rival gods.) You also don't have to deal with Warp Storm.As well as the fact that Daemon allies bring sorely needed Divination powers to units like Thousand Sons squads. Remember, Daemons aren't a forgiving force when you run them as your Primary detachment, so if you aren't so good playing as Dark Eldar, you will do much worse. All I'm saying is don't buy 1500 points of Daemons only to realize you wanted to play Chaos Marines with a Daemon twist all along.
*'''Step 1.5: How about Daemons in Fantasy?'''
**Don't forget that Warhammer Fantasy has Daemons of Chaos, which are essentially the exact same army. They used to be one of the most ridiculously overpowered armies, to the extent that many changes in 8th edition were introduced solely to tone them down. However, they got an update the same month as Chaos Daemons did, and it was... well, it was weird. They still have a lot of good things (Skull Cannons are one of the biggest pieces of cheese in the game currently), but it's terribly balanced internally and many options are absolutely terrible. The recent High Elves release also further screwed them over with the Banner of the World Dragon, which allows a unit to more or less ignore all attacks by Daemons. That being said, you're still (essentially) getting two armies in one, especially if you can magnetize the bases. In short, if you want to get your moneys worth for building a Daemon army, get some magnets for your collection and get an Army Book. This is optional tho, so if you don't like Fantasy or have no desire in using them there for any reason, then that's fine.
*'''Step Two: Now you can get an HQ and two troops.'''
**Just because you're going to playing low-point games doesn't mean you have to use heralds. (See if anyone is willing to play 750 points, you can fit a lot of variation even in such small lists. 500 points is too restricting for this writer's taste.) The Greater Daemons or a Daemon Prince are rewarding as hell to use and you can totally pull it off, even at 500 points, although it's a squeeze. I'd recommend a Daemon Prince for starting, they're cheaper after all (So long if you don't go overboard on the gifts and Psykic powers), and you can always transition him to heavy support later when you've expanded your collection. Probably the best troops to start with are Plaguebearers, as they are tough, forgiving, hold objectives well, and aren't bad when opperating a quad gun behind a Aegis Defense Line, although all of the troop choices are okay. Daemonettes are probably the other best choice because they can work in small games without the Heralds help, but in larger games any amount of firepower will eat them for breakfast, so take some Calvary units with Icons so they can deep strike closer to the enemies. Plague Drones are tough as nails while being the slowest out of the three, Seekers are the fastest and cheapest, but die very quickly when not used right, and Bloodcrushers are a balance of the two and are great against Space Marines(Watch out for Krak missles!). Although you can't assault after they arrive, the extra mobility and safety from it is worth it. The same goes for bloodletters, but they do need a Herald to perform better, and they should only be used when you're going against Space Marines that aren't TEQ. Don't instantly discount the "bloodletters behind an Aegis Defense Line with a quad gun" strategy, it's surprisingly effective and only a 200 point investment.
*'''Step Three: Now pick up a Soul Grinder.'''
**These are borderline mandatory in a Daemons army. Phlegm Cannons are fuckawesome and they're your only reliable form of Skyfire. But don't actually Skyfire with them, you're better off Phlegm-ing all over their infantry. Or vehicles. Or anything.
*'''Step Four: Once you hit 1000 points, you have to deal with Flyers.'''
**Anyone fielding flyers at under 1000 points is enough of a douche that you can just say "I'm not playing against that cheese," but once you get to 1000 points it's more forgivable. The obvious solution, Soul Grinders, is not always the best, because if you shoot at their flyers you're wasting a potential phlegm cannon shot or vomit torrent. This is not to say that soul grinders are a bad option, just not necessarily the best. Bloodletters behind an ADL is cheesy but effective, however you can't count on this to take out more than one flyer. A Heldrake doesn't care about your cover, and you are T3. Additionally, you can drop another 25pts. and pick up an Imperial Bastion for your Bloodletters to camp and at AV14 all around and the serious firepower it packs, your opponent is gonna get shot - a lot! Another option is a Bloodthirster or a Winged Daemon Prince, vector striking their flyers out of the sky King Kong style. This is fun and hilarious and if they don't bring too many flyers you can transition your bloodthirster back to killing everything else. The final option is to take allies. Heldrakes are okay at Anti-Air, but Vendettas are sexy. (The author also forgot to mention a Winged Daemon Prince of Slaanesh with Lash of Dispair and Iron Arm is another good way to deal flyers ''that is about as unreliable as it is effective.'')
*'''Step Five: Now just keep adding on units that look cool!'''
**Mono-daemons isn't a particularly competitive army. You will have games where you roll 10 on every warp storm and just win hilariously and you will have games where you're tabled on turn 2, so the most important thing is buy cool models that are fun to paint/convert. Daemons ''can'' be competitive if you use them right though competitive lists unfortunately aren't very varied and all of them feature Fateweaver for his re-rolls. Popular choice 1 is Flying Circus lists of Fateweaver, a Lord of Change, 3 Daemon Princes, and the bare minimum Troops tax of Pink Horrors or Plaguebearers. The former troop choice is tough but slow while the latter is flimsier but can get up the field faster and has a psychic shooting attack which guarantees they'll actually be doing something most of the time. Popular choice 2 involves building a list around the Screamerstar (see below) which involves said deathstar sitting in the middle of the field with the frustrating 2++ re-rollable and tanking everything short of a D weapon they charge while at the same time throwing around Flickering Fire to whatever strays closest before splitting off on the last turn to contest the objectives.

If you want a competitive army that is still very much a daemon army, you should either build a 500 point allied detachment of daemons and fill the rest in with Chaos Space Marines, or learn that the Warp Storm is there to make the game '''FUN*''', and adapt to the Dark Eldar knowledge when putting your list together. I'm starting to get the feeling that Phil Kelly had the allies table in mind when he wrote this codex in the first place, because daemons are actually fucking fantastic as a supporting force to a CSM primary army. Running daemonettes alongside a rhino as mobile cover? Prescience on noise marines? [[AWESOME|Typhus and Ku'gath bro-ing it up in the same army?]] Yes please! '''Daemons can be pretty competitive, but thus far just about every "top tier" list is a deathstar of some sort.'''

===Building a Mono-God Army===
Daemons are capable of running a Mono God force, just like our [[Chaos Space Marines| power armoured brothers.]] However, from our previous Codex, it was really difficult to run Mono army, unless you used Tzeentch Daemons (Even then, it was likely during the infamous White Dwarf update). The rest weren't competitive in many ways, and it encourage a mixed force more than anything. This was easily the sore thumb for Daemon players that want to enjoy a fluffy force (if you keep tzeentech away from nurgle and slaanesh away from khorne that is fluffy enough for some). Thankfully this was fixed when the new codex was released. While they aren't the most competitive to play, Mono builds are now much easier and better than before, and in the right hands, not only can they work well, but are also rewarding to play. Pretty much most of the units in their respective God they serve can find use in your Daemonic Assault on the enemies of Chaos, so this part of the article will help give you an idea on how each army works, and what can be done to fix the gaps your Mono build may have. One important note I must make, unless you are playing on a small gaming board or low point games, NEVER footslog your entire force or your close combat units. You must use all the tools that are provided at your disposal if you want to keep your force alive. Again, by no means should you use them in tournaments, but they work excellent in a friendly gaming environments. That doesn't mean they can't win against WAAC lists, but they can be difficult. Now enough of that, let's take a look at the lists!

====Khorne====
Daemons of Khorne, as anyone would expect, are primary a close combat army, more so than the other Gods. They have a good selection of HQs, the Bloodthirster being the strongest out of the four Greater Daemons, and has a good selection of gifts to start with. Of course you can always roll twice on the Greater Reward table making him strong or durable and have more weapons at his disposal, but he can work well without the gifts if you want to use those points else where. They even have THE challenge king, the best challenge character in the Warhammer 40k game, the Exiled One, better known as Skarbrand. Not only is he very nasty to go against and can buff your Daemons but he's so cheap for what he brings to the table, that taking him won't cause a huge impact on you if he gets banished. The Heralds are also very useful, being great force multipliers or downright deadly. Their Troops are excellent Marine killers, and with Space Marines starting to be more common, this will make you lick your chops for more blood! However, the problem with Bloodletters is that they are fragile for their cost, and aren't quick to compensate this, so the best way to minimize casualties is by Deep Striking them. It also gives them the mobility they need to reach their target. As for objectives, it's best you should focus on any threats your opponents may have that can remove your Troops and claim the objective for themselves, before you start grabbing them.

*Bloodcrushers are the only fast moving Icon users for Khorne Daemons, and are also quite fragile as well in a bad situation. So how can you make the best out of Bloodcrushers without losing them from instant death? Taking them in a minimum size squad, and making them less of a threat is probably your best bet. Thankfully, having a Bloodhunter with a gift and an Icon Bearer will only cost you 160 pts. Depending on the size of the game, one or two units should be enough to get your Bloodletters (Skarbrand too!) safely on the table, preferably behind cover. Once they have done their job, you can throw the safety logic out the window and use them as a light flanking unit. An entire Tactical Squad can easily be wiped out when you charge them in, and if they have a single wound left when they make it to Assault, they can dish out a lot of hurt before they inevitably die. If you want to run more than three, it's best to stick a Herald to the unit to help them survive, and Skulltaker is perfect for that role! This does make them more expensive, but they can survive being gun down if you end up being in the enemies line of sight. In minimum sized, the best you can do is either provide a Grimoire for them, or learn to spread wounds to prevent them getting killed by bolters or even lasguns.

*Flesh Hounds are definitely a must have. Slapping a Herald on Juggernaut with the Greater Locus makes them very deadly, but even better Skarbrand's buff can grant them BOTH rage and hatred (Everything)! Very cheap for a T4 two wounds unit, having the right amount will only cost 160 points. If you really want to make them a pain for your opponent, granting them a 3++ save with rage will give them a run for your points, making Flesh Hound Bombs very difficult to remove. Even Necron Wraiths will have a difficult time trying to wipe out the dogs of war, making their Rending attacks useless and having to survive wave after wave of attacks will put them to shame. Also Scouting them can be worthwhile if you go second, and if you pull it off right, you have yourself a turn 1 assault with no problem. Their Soul Grinders, while being the cheapest out of the four, are easily the weakest variant as they don't get any buffs for being a Daemon of Khorne. Still, having a versatile walker is always welcome, especially with the lack of shooting in Khorne armies. The Skull Cannon is an excellent supportive chariot, providing your units with assault grenades on the target the cannon fired on. Plus a S8 AP5 pie plate is always handy to have. Finally the Daemon Prince, presuming you toke a Greater Daemon, are a welcome addition to rip and tear tanks apart.

*Outside of those units tho, you'll be spending most of your shooting phase with the Warp Storm and running up the board. The best way to make a Mono Khorne army work is by moving everything up, and deep striking your Bloodletters to keep up with the rest of the army. If you choose to run allies, it may be wise to invest in either fast shooting mobile units or strong objective holders. As you would guess, Chaos Marines have what Khorne's Daemons are looking for. Chaos bikers are the answer, being fast and provide special weapons on the go, while the Chaos Marines can sit on the backfield or ride in a Rhino to capture midfield objectives. Anti air isn't much of a problem if you use Bloodletters to operate a Quad Gun, or bring multiple Soul Grinders, but adding a Heldrake never hurts. If you want more firepower on the go, Dark Eldar works wonderfully well, and are an ally force that shouldn't be underestimated. Poison shots everywhere will make everyone with a high value of Toughness cry. This is invaluable as this makes the pairing look very scary to go against, and having Incubi with Skarbrand's buff will add extra lulz.

In the end, Khorne is one of the harder forces to pull off effectively due to having almost no shooting attacks and/or how fragile they are for their cost as well as very poor anti-vehicle ability (if you immediately quit when you see an armored battlegroup or Knight army across the table, no one will blame you), but with some practice and knowledge, you'll have a fast, and somewhat a glass hammer force, -That hits hard and are very rewarding.

====Tzeentch====
Trolololol... *ahem*, pardon me. We now have come across possibly the least played Mono force, but hold your horses. Mono Tzeentch, despite the nerf they received, are still surprisingly a good force if not perhaps the best mono-build in the game, thanks to how shooting is powerful in this edition and certain cheese builds (Screamer Star and Uber-prince) that are probably why D strength weapons ignore invulnerable saves now. They have a good selection of HQs, and their Greater Daemon, Lord of Change, is possibly one of the best Flying Monsterous Creature in the game, being versatile and effective in the role you give him. More than likely, many will prefer him buffing his army via Divination and engaging in melee. With a Staff of Change and two Greater Rewards to make him more tougher, you got yourself a serious beatstick monster (Pun attended). Their character Fateweaver, acts more of a supportive HQ, with access to most of the Psychic powers from the Rulebook, but is still a solid choice. Heralds are also useful here. They aren't mandatory for Pink Horrors, but they grant them not only Prescience, but also make their standard shooting attack more powerful. The characters are not bad, but should only be used in '''FUN*''' matches.

*Warp Flame: The biggest turn-off for Tzeentch grants enemy units a feel no pain roll if they survive a toughness test after being hit. This might stack but suppose you kill half a space marine squad and they pass their toughness test getting FnP 6+; so, they now have a one in six chance of surviving any subsequent wounds. But even if there slightly tougher, there are less of them now so it should balance out in your favor. Your best bet is to flame a squad ONCE, then charge it with another unit. They should be weakened and more vulnerable and as long as you can send them running (you should be able to do this, FnP 6+ or not), then you've gotten the most out of warp flame while mitigating the risks. Focus warp-flame attacks on low toughness chaff units, such as GEQs, while keeping it away from high toughness units, Monstrous Creatures in particular and ''especially'' '''anything''' that already has FnP; giving your enemy a shitty save is one thing, giving him a better save is just idiotic.

*Pink Horrors are going to be your bread and butter. Even with Warp Flame, you won't have to worry about handing out Feel no Pain to units, as these guys will be filling up your Troops slots. Since you don't want to be in close combat with them, you don't need to Deep Strike any of them unless [[DISTRACTION CARNIFEX| you want to place a blob of them behind your opponents deployment zone and surprise them.]] There aren't any upgrades needed, though an Iridescent Horror can help minimize the threat from the Warp Storm. Flamers are also good, but are best used against lightly armoured units, and Necron/Tau Fire Warrior equivalents. Having six templates will make them poop bricks. Screamers also work in a way as a harassment unit, but a good size of them can be your melee unit. Be sure to give them the re-rolls to hit, and they are set.

*<s>Sadly the Burning Chariot is broken due to how they ruled its weapons as Heavy for the rider, so this is the only exception that they get to see any use. However if they do get an FAQ allowing it to fire at it's normal BS, this will be your go to tank hunter and MEQ destroyer on a fast and cheap chariot, so pray that it gets fixed if you really wish to troll your enemy with a 100 pt Land Speeder strapped with Lascannons and a Baleflamer.</s> Better than a FAQ, there's a new edition: as per the 7th Ed rules, the rider in a chariot counts as stationary for shooting purposes, plus a fast vehicle can shoot two weapons at full BS when moving at cruising speed. If you're nuts, you can deepstrike the chariot and Dakka away as it will only count as having moved at combat speed (beware: the HUEG GUTS problem, though). Additionally, Tzeentch's Soulgrinders are only five chips more than Khorne's but re-roll saving throw 1's is actually way more useful to a Grinder than Furious Charge; it's just not as awesome as the other two we have yet to go over. Now their Daemon Prince are really expensive, but if you can afford the points, having another beatstick (I'm so sorry!) to help out The Lord of Change can sure fill in the gap for close combat PLUS you can tool up a TDP to add to your already outrageously destructive psychic phase.

*As you would assume, having Pink Horrors staying back and provide fire support for your melee units is the way to go. As long if you focus fire alot of your shooting one unit at a time and bring plenty to engage more units from range. Now for allies, Mono Tzeentch can use some effective tank destroying out if long range and some counter attack units to protect the Pink Horrors, so we again look for help from CSM. A Tzeentch Terminator Lord with the Chainfist and Lightening Claw combo with a small squad of Terminators with either Combi-Weapons and Power Weapons of your choice or the same combo as the Lord can make any unit stay clear from assaulting your Troops. They can also provide a Land Raider as a transport so you can use it as a fire base if you wish, although I think Obliterators in their max unit sized can provide better support for just a little extra. Once the midfield is clear, the can move up and make use of their weapons that's begging you to get closer. The tank destroying duty can also be done by Imperial Guards. Vendettas and Lemun Russ tanks are great, and a platoon of Guardsmen can help toss ammo down range with some Heavy weapon squads, which is always welcome in a Mono Tzeentch army.

Now at the closing of this analysis, you may be asking "Is it worth running a Tzeentch Daemon army?" The answer is yes, but play them wisely. They are also a hard force to play, but are considered to be the "Shooty" force for Daemons. When you do find the weak spot of your enemy and humiliate him with it, [[Just As Planned| everything will go according to plan.]]

====Nurgle====
One of the favorite Mono builds crunch wise, Nurgle Daemons are the toughest, but also the slowest moving force. Nurgle is arguably the easiest Mono build to play as most of your guys are hard to kill, especially with how cover is all over the place in 6th edition, Nurgle sure has gained more benefits than he could ever get (Except for the nerf on Epidemius). Before we can see how units work by themselves, the first and most important note is the army is really slow due to having Slow and Purposeful. Getting your force from first base to second can be a problem as smart players can simply move and shoot your force with little difficulty, like Tau and Necrons. To fix this issue, most of you force will need to Deep Strike if they can't move more than 6 inches or have special rules to move up the board fast, which I'll go more in depth later on. Basically if you want to play Nurgle Daemons, foot slogging is a big no no. Yes, you are tough as nails, but remember shooting is very power in this edition, so like I've stated earlier, don't deploy your force on the board unless you commonly play on small gaming tables.

*Anyway, Nurgle has some good Greater Daemons that can be almost impossible to kill! Great Unclean Ones are awesome, as they get to mess around with the cheesy Biomancy powers, meaning you can make your Greater Daemon toughness TEN and can no longer be instant killed (except for ID weapons). Against armies that lack cover ignoring weapons, they'll have a hard time trying to put down a fat Daemon that requires Lascannons and poisoned weapons, and a lot of them will struggle to hurt the damn thing! Meanwhile, you enjoy a tasty 3+ cover save and just give your enemy a big smile after soaking up all their shots. Ku'gath is another handy HQ for your force. Having Slime Trail and a very useful Warlord Trait provides a hybrid role between being a roadblock, dealing decent damage in return, and keep your force from losing close combat. And helping Nurglings regaining their wound back a turn is cute and handy. Their Heralds on the other hand, are okay. Aside for providing Feel no Pain to your Plaguebearers, Nurgle Heralds offers the weakest buffs to your force. However they make a nice unit to have in providing ranged attack from the Plague discipline table. AP3 template and AP2 pie plate that always wounds on a 4+? Yes please! Only problem though is you need to get up close to make good use of them, but since you'll be Deep Striking, this won't be an issue. Oh, and the Blessing power works wonders if you can get it. Epidemius is okay, with his buffs being nerfed hard, but he can still be useful to a group of Nurglings if you can cause damage to your opponent, as the buffs really starts to help them out a lot. Also wounding on a 2+ Poison gives them a bit more punch up close to your enemies face.

*Plaguebearers are the best objective holders out of all of the others in the Codex, and are not bad in close combat. Because of this, having a unit or two to deploy on the board to hold objectives will give you an advantage, being hard to remove when you give them Feel no Pain, making shooting at them while in cover quite frustrating unless they can get around that without the need to engage in assault. The rest of course can move up, providing some additional help by glancing tanks to death and soaking up small arms fire. Be careful not to attract too many tho, as mass shooting will still wipe out the squad just like many other units. Nurglings provides you some nice distraction on heavy weapon squads or those that are terrible in melee. They have Infiltrate, so despite their slow movement, they can be fast thanks to moving within 18 inches of your opponents line of sight or 12 behind them. Fire warriors and even Thousand Sons don't want to be near Nurglings, as they dish out too much S3 attacks for them to handle. Having a swarm or two never hurts if you can hide them well for a round of two before going after the guys with dakka guns. Beast have seen a huge buff, and became useful to have thanks to the change of rules and rules that make them a nuisance for your foe. Fast and tough for a Nurgle Daemon, they make excellent roadblocks, and with It Will Not Die, you can abuse wound allocation by replacing the closest model with the other and have it regenerate its wounds back. Rinse and repeat, and then tie up some units while your force can handle the rest. That Tervigon won't be spawning more Termagants when he's stuck in melee with Beasts.

*Our new addition to the book and for Nurgle without a doubt, makes this Mono force really effective. Our lovely Plague Drones are the stars for this force with good reasons. They're fast being Jet Pack Cavalry (For Nurgle of course), and are the toughest Icon wielders out of the three Daemonic Cavalry units. These guys, like Bloodcrushers for Khorne, are mandatory if you want your entire force to get into combat safely. Seriously, these guys are excellent, both in delivering your cargo and in assault as well. They can also be a decent shooty unit with Death's Heads, being able to pull the move shoot move tactic, annoying the hell out of that Tactical Squad sitting on an objective. You can never go wrong with these guys! Now this is when we get into the good stuff. Nurgle Soul Grinders, are one of the best land vehicles in the game, giving you buff to cover, and since there's plenty to choice from, you can have it hide behind a ruin cover and enjoy a 2+ save! The best way to use them is focus on their range weapons, and have them provide fire support for your Plague Drones as they move onward. Now their Daemon Prince is actually worth their points, thanks to have Shrouded, and getting access to Divination powers, these guys gives your Troops the buffs they need, especially Plaguebearers as they don't have enough attacks to put serious damage against many in melee. Plus they can cause Instant Death when given the Balesword, making them also very nasty against units like Riptides and Necron Overlords (But watch out for Mindshackle Scarabs).

*Now the Nurgle army must focus on giving each other buffs to make the even more harder to kill, and to use cover to their advantage. Once they can secure this step, the force can then go after the enemy or start firing they ranged attacks before the rest gets ready to assault. What makes them so easy to play is the fact that, despite being slow- Are rather hard to kill without your foe focus firing most or all guns on a single squad. Combine this with Plague Drones to close the gap of their crippling slow movement and Nurglings adding some spice for distracting purposes, means the army are still quite good in close combat with poison attacks, glancing attacks, and being difficult to wipe out without sacrificing rounds of combat. Allies, as always, are welcome if you have the points. Nurgle has a lot of situations they can handle for themselves, but what they lack units that can bring lots of special weapons and units to bring a lot of infantry guns. Again, CSM can provide this, with Nurgle Chosen and Havoc squads. Both can bring weapons like Flamers and Meltaguns, without the need to go over their allies FoC slots. Even better you can have two of each in games over 2k, with a maximum of 18 special weapons and 2 Combi-Weapons all inside of Rhinos to give them the mobility to deliver them to your enemy. Nurgle Cultists are handy for their Autoguns and Flamers, it's a boon to have ranged weapons, even if they're S3. However, they can never have enough dakka, but Orks can bring more! Lootas are downright nasty, both in shooting down land units and flyers, they are popular with good reasons. Shoota Boyz haves more punch with their Shootas and Big Shootas, although BS2 does makes up for this. Still they can unload loads of shots on whatever they're shooting. Also the Big Gunz can provide some nice fire support along side of the Soul Grinder.

This Mono force will attract many given how this is a more forgiving than the others. With the joy of durable units while dealing a decent amount of damage makes them a force to be reckon with. A great army for those that find armies like Guards and Necrons to be common, while having Beasts and Nurglings to add extra lulz when playing them!

====Slaanesh====
At last we've come to the most competitive Mono army in the eyes of powergamers; not that they would play them over [[Eldar|other]] [[Necrons|armies]], but out of the four this would be their pick. Slaanesh is the other army that people would play crunch wise, they trade tough units with fast moving units. The entire force gets Fleet and Rending for both shooting and melee, this makes them also a army that deal a lot of damage, just like Khorne. Also if you play on small table boards often, every Slaanesh unit moves so fast that it can make them a competitive force to go against.

*Going through their HQ slot, they seem to not have many, but they are still great none the less. The Keeper of Secrets are awesome, being the cheapest Greater Daemon while still being powerful up close, they really do give you a bang for your buck (Speaking of which, they cost the same as the other Greater Daemons money wise, so they actually do give you that bang)! What also makes them great is that they give you access to one of the best Daemon Princes in the Heavy Support slot, which I'll cover later. Give him/her/it two greater rewards and he/she/it is ready to go. The Heralds are also excellent as they have some really strong Locus to buff your army, and they all have their uses. The Masque on the other hand is okay. She can find some use given her Dances can help in a pinch, but because she eats up an entire HQ slot rather than being a Herald herself, it's best that you use her in low point games, she becomes a nice supportive HQ. Just make sure she is safe, as she can easily get instant killed. At last we've come to the Daemon Prince. What makes them so good is that they can equip a Lash of Despair , with Wings and Armour and maybe a power or two from Biomancy makes this a great (albeit unreliable) anti-air Monsterous Creature, on par with the Dakka Tyrant, except you can have more than two/four if you for some reason have to points for them.

*Their basic Troops are considered to be the best as they pack a punch in close combat. Daemonettes are a favorite to many thanks to having Rending and Fleet, this means they can compete against TEQ and even Monsterous Creatures on rolls of sixes. They even have enough attacks on their own, so they can fight off horde units with little difficulty. Heralds aren't needed, but they start to be even more devastating when they have the Exalted Loci. It's expensive, but with such an amazing buff, how can you argue for it's hefty price tag? As I've mentioned, they are also fastest out if the other Troops in the codex, running an extra 3 inches in the shooting phase means they can footslog well if you want to, although just like Khorne and Nurgle, they work best when you Deep Strike them as they can get across the board safely. Fiends are another good unit to have, with their ability to reduce to opponents Initiative by 5 and reducing their Leadership by one when casting their Psychic Powers helps. Because of their former ability, they are your go to unit to help compensate the lack of assault grenades your army haves. Its also hilarious if a Keeper of Secrets with a Witstealer Sword forces an Initiative test with the Fiend's ability during the Assault phase, being able to slip in some cheeky wounds to your enemy. They can also soak up wounds when your opponent Overwatch with his unit that's getting charged at, thanks to their cheaper cost compared to Bloodcrushers.

*Moving on, Seekers are both the cheapest and fastest Calvary unit in the game, for only three points more, that is quite a steal! You'd be hard pressed to not include them in your army list, as moving an extra 6 inches in the shooting phase means you can go up to 30 inches in one turn alone, and with Fleet, this can be possible. They are very fragile, but due to the (Extremely low) point cost, this can easily be fixed by taking more. They also deal a good amount of damage as well, so having an Icon plus a Herald with an either a Lesser or Exalted Loci should make their points back in no time. Chaos Furies of Slaanesh are surprisingly not bad, given how Slaanesh grant his/her/it's buffs to even the lowest class of Daemons (They used to be mortals that couldn't choose which god to align themselves with, so they would get punished with this form rather than being [[Chaos Spawn|that other thing which Thou shalt not be named,]] but enough of that). The buffs such as Fleet and Rending turns an otherwise bad unit into a decent one. Having the same extra run move makes them pretty quick as well. While Seekers are better for just a few points per a model as well as the other goodies they get compared to Furies, Slaaneshi Furies are nonetheless not a bad choice, and they're a lot better than other Furies in a Mono army.

*Then we come across to an oddball chariot, the Hellflayer. What makes it different from the Seeker Cavalcade is you can only have one rather than the choice between one to three of them in a unit. It also seems to be a bit on the pricy side when you pit it next to the Vanilla Seeker Chariot, however the abilities the Hellflayer posses makes it an interesting option. Dealing a D6 Hammer of Wrath attacks on S4 plus Rending means its meant to shred infantry to pieces. Even better, for every wound you caused from Hammer of Wrath adds an extra Attack in close combat, meaning you have a minimum of 5 attacks on the charge to a max of 11! Wow, thats impressive for a 60 pt chariot. However, with only 2 HP and given how Melta and even Plasma weapons are available to many armies, this thing can be destroyed with a single shot, so it may be best to use this in low point games or Deep Strike it safely behind cover. Again, Seekers should be the ones filling up your Fast Attack slot, but the Hellflayer is still an interesting option to consider if you can protect it. The Soul Grinder are also good. The Chariots are great infantry killers, and thanks to their cheap cost and having more than one in a unit makes them a good choice. Moving on in the HS section, where Nurgle Grinders are best staying in the back laying down a lot of firepower, Slaanesh Grinders want to be up close and tear everything in its path a new one. Again with Fleet and having Rending for their weapons, this makes Baleful Torrent a good weapon to have, giving you a chance to melt some TEQ before charging them. Also the Harvester Cannon has a decent chance in penetrating Land Raiders, so thats a nice bonus. It also doesn't hurt giving a Slaanesh Grinder a Warp Sword for that bonus attack and Master Crafted-ness.

*Given the fast nature of Slaanesh Daemons, the force should move up and deal a lot of damage before going after objectives. Much like Khorne and Nurgle, the Troops of this force should be in reserve and Deep Strike so you can have enough models to finish the job. Rending attacks and Fleet makes the army much more reliable than Khorne, where as the followers of the Blood God are generally better against MEQs. Adding the cheap cost for what they bring to the table, its no wonder why Slaanesh is considered to be most competitive out of the other Mono Gods. Plus with access to the one of the best variant of the Soul Grinder and Daemon Prince, they aren't lacking in anti-air either! You don't need to bring allies as they are strong just by themselves, but adding in some extra range weapons is always welcome. Of course CSM can bring this with Noise Marines and Vindicators. Its better to run a pair with the latter, but they can deal devastating damage to any unfortunate unit comes across. Alternatively, Tau can pack a punch out of longer range with the Riptide and Hammerhead. If you can get a couple of Markerlights onto a squad, they can really shine and make great allies to have.

*The followers of the Dark Prince will be pleased (Pun not attended) to see that this Mono God army is by far the deadliest out of all of them. But don't go thinking this will be a auto-win against many other armies, even with their low cost and how fast they are, you still need to look out for them as they can easily be wiped out if you're not careful. But if you can manage to keep casualties as low as possible, they will punish anyone in their way, and this will make your opponent think twice before they face you again. An excellent force overall IF you use their speed to your advantage and avoid mass shooting.

===Allies===

Luckily, all hope isn't lost. The ally system can help Daemons out if you choose the right kind of units in your allies list. Even still with the update and the buff from 6th edition, Daemons can STILL lose games, either from bad Deep Strikes, terrible dice rolls, end up going first, etc. Thankfully, allies can help fill in the gaps making the army more competitive. You should take in mind, that allies of convenience and desperate allies would suffer from warp storm. Have fun.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Your Warpstorm table will target EVERYONE on the table except Chaos Marine Allies. Take non CSM allies at your own risk.

====Battle Brothers====
*'''Chaos Space Marines:''' Chaos Space Marines are probably the way to go; however, due to the FAQ, Daemon ICs cannot join non-Daemon units and non-Daemon ICs cannot join Daemon units, leaving you with few units that will hang out together. CSM is also the best choice fluff-wise, so you can't go wrong either way. Very useful as ranged support if you feel hesitant about flamers and their silly warpflame rule handing FNP to enemy marines. Even though Epidemius lost his fridge full of tally-cheese, plague marines still work great together with Nurgle daemons. Outside of shooty marines and armour, bringing in Heldrakes to seize the skies is another solid choice. Another potentially major benefit is the ability to bring Divination to a CSM army. Rerolling to-hit on your Obliterators, Thousand Sons, and prescience combined with Forgefiends can be quite devastating, especially when they activate demonforge.
**'''Black Legion:''' Interesting, to say the least. Chosens are Troop choices with the Black Legion, although you must take Veterans of the Long War for every unit that can take it. Some of the cool items that their Daemon Princes can take is the Skull of Ker'ngar (Eternal Warrior and Adamantium Will) and Hand of Darkness ( Single attack with Fleshbane, Armourbane, and Instant Death), which can help if you plan on running a Flying Circus. Otherwise, same as Chaos Space Marines, but with different toys for their Champions.
**'''Crimson Slaughter:''' Now this seems like the better Supplement than the Black Legion. Possessed are Troops in this force, however they are different than their normal counterpart, with a different mutation table that's way better (Although they cost a little more, as their trade off for a better table). They're the opposite of the Black Legion as they can't take VotLW, with the exception of Cult Marines and the whole army causes Fear (which is meh, but a nice bonus). If you're planning on taking Supplement allies, this is the better choice.

*'''Renegades and Heretics:''' They're a lot like Guard below, but are also Battle Brothers. Defenders of Vraks are pretty standard, bringing ranged blob guard, tanks and whatnot while Servants of Slaughter and Decay bring some cheap(er) disposable close combat infantry.

====Allies of Convenience====
*'''Imperial Guard:''' Imperial Guard is a good alternative to CSM; they're fluffy and they can help shoot down Space Marines/Necrons/Tau/Tyranids/etc. Honestly, there's no loss in taking Guards over Chaos Marines, since you can't join their units anyway, and Guards do make up for the poor quality of their Troops and Possessed Vehicles with the HUGE amount of meat and anti-tank/anti-personnel firepower. If you don't want CSM, IG is an acceptable substitute. Take a Vendetta to fix the lack of anti-air.

====Desperate Allies====
*'''Dark Eldar:''' Dark Eldar is a mixed bag. DE is more of a specialist type, and can brutally help Daemons when played right. They have a fast moving play style the One Eye Open won't effect them badly. It depends on what you're taking in both lists. If you know what you're taking on the battlefield, then Dark Eldar can arguably do better than Orks and IG, but if you're a newbie to begin with, you should look elsewhere.

*'''Orks:''' Orks, along with Daemons, are great at hitting hard and fast, but they really shine as allies in a defensive role. While you ''can'' run Ork allies more offensively, you have access to better units that can do the same job. For example, a Warboss/Nob biker unit can seem appealing, but a well-rounded squad can run you up to around 400(!) points. Instead, you can pick up a flying Daemon Prince for less than that cost and it's still just as scary and about as hard to kill as the bikers. Focus on improving weaknesses that your army may have. Shoota Boyz are dirt cheap and arguably the best troop choice in the game, with T4 (same as your Plaguebearers), Mob Rule, and the ability to pack a punch in both shooting and close combat. Take tons of Boyz in groups of 30 to hold objectives and to use as both tarpits and meat shields for your other more offensive Daemon units. Another great unit that's worth taking a look at are Lootas, which bring in some fantastic long range firepower that Daemons lack.

*'''Tau Empire:''' Ah yes, Tau. These guys are pretty much the exact opposite to us, as they're a shooting based force. They do lack the amount of troops they can bring when compared to Guards, however they make this up with sheer quality. Unless you have Slaanesh units (Or a few Soul Grinders), anti air can be a problem for the Daemons, which Tau can bring in the form of the Broadside, albeit a bit weaker in this edition. As far as what else to bring, a full squad of Fire Warriors is pretty much mandatory to get the best use out of them. The rest is up to your taste, since it really depends on what's in your primary detachment. While Guards are a more competitive choice outside of taking CSM, [[Troll |Tau has a couple of tricks up their sleeves to troll your opponent to oblivion.]]

==Strategy==
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Want to troll your local daemon-bashing GK players? Here's what you do: Field a Nurgle based List. Hide your troops on your side in ruins or behind a barricade and open up with as many poisoned and decent ap weapons as you can and watch their psycannons just bounce off the ruin. And you know what? When they come to get you in cc with that dreadknight? BAM poisoned weapons and easy ap2 swords available to all (all being heralds and squad leaders)! Along with your flying MC being able to tie up their precious heavy weapons and kill those psyrifleman dreads with easy cc and shooting, just watch out for being grounded and mobbed.

===Risk Management===
Demons more then any other army are beholden to dice. You can't remove this element of chance, but you can direct it and take steps to minimize it. Demons are a army of risk management, as much as tactics.

*'''Warp-storm table:''' the table has 11 results, only three of which WILL screw you over, (2,3 and 4), one that does nothing (7) and three that WILL only help you (10,11,12). The other four,(5,6,8,9) which we will call the 'blast results' swing both ways and can hurt both players since they target all your opponent units and one type of your own on a dice roll of six. To minimize the effect of a blast result you have two major options. First restricting your self to one or two types of demon. A mono build army would only be effected by one result, while all other results would fall on only your enemy. Additionally if you stuffed it with instruments of chaos if your result came up you can use the instruments to make your opponent reroll any 'failed' results on the table give you a higher chance of hitting him with the warp storm. However, if you did roll your opposite god you whole army would get hit insuring that at least one unit would get wracked. option two is for every one type of demon you take, take one of the opposite god units. For every Khorne unit take a Slaanesh for example. IF you roll either of those two results on the table, it's true you run the risk of getting your self hit, but the instruments of one god can influence the warpstorm table that would hurt one of your units. If you roll a 8 on the warpstormt able, your Khorne units might be hit, but your Slaanesh units can blow there horns to make Slaanesh change his/her/its mind, and if your Khorne unit is unharmed (remember, only on a six) then you can make your enemy re-roll there results if they don't get hit. Thus you can get the most of the table and make it work for you.

*'''Rewards of Chaos:''' you have to roll for wargear and upgrades, but what powers do you want each demon to get? and how to you make sure you get something good. Consider what each reward level gets you and consider what demons benefit from those bonus the most. To summerize, Khorne loves all the reward levels, Nurgle and Slaanesh are a bit more meh, while Tzeetch only really loves greater rewards. Note I'm leaving out the weapons you can swap for, you can plan for those and if you want one, you can just snag one.
**'''Lesser Rewards''' - we see that two of them grant benefits for being in melee, two are shooting powers, one grants psyker defense, and one grants better reserves rolls for the demon alone. All Khorne demons benefit the most from this table as they lack psychic powers, (which the two shooting attacks compensate for), want to be in melee and psychic defense is always nice, only one power does not help too much for them and even then it can be useful. Next, Slaanesh and Nurgle heralds find this table useful as ,again, they want to be in melee, but both have access to psyche shooting attacks so the shooting buffs are less useful to them. However since you roll gifts before psyice powers if you get a shooting gift you can focus on buffs for powers. The deep striking options works well for these hearlds as well. Greater Demons of Slaanesh and Nurgle Also benefit form this table, given there higher psyker levels they don't need the shooting powers as much as the Heralds do. Tzeentch Demons have nothing here. They already have plenty of shooting from spells, and Don't want to be in close quarters at all. While you can hope to get Admantium will or a+1 reserve rolls thats a 2/6 chance of something good and is too risky to throw points at.
**'''Greater Rewards''' - have four gifts that grant increased survivable to varying degrees, one shooting power and one close combat gift. All demons find this table useful to dagrees. There is nothing here a Khorne demon would not want, one thing a Tzeentch demon would grimace at (the C.Q.C gift) and a Nurgle greater demon rolling twice here can almost promise to become neigh high unkillable. A good bang for you buck.
**'''Exalted Rewards''' - one gives you a free lesser gift just consider this an added bonus and don't worry as much if get a power you don't want there, three grant you bonus for being in melee, one grants you a free shooting attack, and one lets you COME BACK FROM THE DEAD!!! once, with one wound. Again, Khorne demons love this table as it gives then bonuses, while also compensating for there lack of shooting options. Slaanesh and Nurgle like this table next followed by Tzeentch who gets almost nothing since the majority of the gifts go against his role.

===Enemies of Concern===
Try thinking of Daemons as an evil old-edition Eldar with tons of glass cannon shit. Because of that, they have a few weaknesses especially against certain armies that are very capable at dealing with glass cannons.

*'''Grey Knights''' - What can we say about the Ghey Knights that hasn't already been said? They are an army ''specifically designed'' to defeat Chaos Daemons. In a perfect world this would be fine as Daemons would be both great and terrible (read - "cheesy," [[Matt Ward|like 7th Ed Fantasy Daemons]]); trouble is that Daemons, now just like all the other 40K "bad guy" armies are less terrifying credible threat than they are Space Marine fodder, more or less. Being that Grey Knights are super-duper Space Marines with a 5th Ed Codex written by Matt Ward, they come with a host of cheesy shenanigans: all sorts of anti-psyker, anti-daemon, anti-you rules specially designed to make you hate your life. Grey Knights have taken a substantial down-grade in 7th Ed, forcing most of their units to roll for their psychic powers and removing some of their cheesiest powers (Dark Excommunication is '''GONE''' - hurray)! Unfortunately, even the weakest PAGK unit can fuck up your toughest guys because of their Daemonbane Force Weapons and all your units no longer get Eternal Warrior on everything. On top of that, rad grenades will drop most of your troops' toughness to "Instant Death via boltgun" levels, Psycannons and Psyflemen Dreads will tear through your army like butter (except Soul Grinders), the [[Stormraven|one flyer they get]] is damn near impervious to everything you have, there are [[Nemesis Dreadknight|baby carriers]] that can one-hit your monstrous creatures AND everything has access to Sanctic powers, with most units getting Banishment and Hammerhand for free.
**'''How To''' - There is no easy to take on Grey Knights with Daemons and win without resorting to absolute cheese (like an all-Soul Grinder army) and even then, a GK player can '''ALWAYS''' out-cheese you. Assuming both you and your opponent are chronologically and mentally out of your teen years, there are ways of dealing with GK's without Mutually Assured Cheese. For one, Daemonettes led by Heralds with either a greater or exalted locus are terrifying to both PAGKs and TAGKs. If your opponent likes to field Dreadknights, a DP of Nurgle with the Balesword will very quickly make short work of them. Units like Psyflemen and Stormravens do present a problem; the former for their long-range, high-strength guns that will straight up ''murder'' screamers (ie, what would've been the weapon of choice against them) and the latter because they are flyers. There are tactics to deal with flyers, but Psyflemen either require using a lot deep-striking Daemonettes or a close-combat Soul Grinder, preferably a Slaaneshi one to get it into close combat faster.

*'''Tau''' - Markerlighted missiles will table you in 2 turns because their drawback is in their AP, which is irrelevant against Daemons. Also they're S7, which means nothing in your codex is resilient against them except maybe a Soul Grinder or Great Unclean One with Iron Arm (if you last long enough to cast it). Just say goodbye to your Nurgle Daemon's awesome cover saves. Also, your vehicles and monstrous creatures (even your flying monstrous creatures) will not hold up against Tau firepower - just don't!
**'''How To''' - Try and find ways to make target priority difficult for them by throwing a lot of fast and scary units at them. Tau are always a tough fight, but make it into combat and they fall like wet noodles. Lots and lots of Daemonettes, Seekers, Flesh Hounds, screamers, and (most hilariously of all) ''motherfucking furies'' are positively terrifying to Tau players. You read that right - furies scare Tau, especially furies of Slaanesh with their fast movement and S4 rending attacks. If you need more oomph, consider Beasts of Nurgle or Fiends of Slaanesh; don't take Bloodcrushers as they will die too easy against Tau guns. For anti-air, consider a fortification as anti-air broadsides will likely be sniping you out of the sky.

*'''Eldar''' - With loads of Wraithcannon/Heavy Wraithcannon S10, even some of your Greater Daemons will suffer instant death from their shooting (the Distort rule is LETHAL). Additionally, shuriken catapults are nasty and easily available on their shittiest units. Just thank the Gods that they don't block psychic powers anymore now that all the Daemon "abilities" are Psychic powers.
**'''How To''' - generally, you'll be fielding a horde of units to deal with their new-fangled Guardian spam. Wraith-weapons will take some finesse, but generally speaking just don't field MC's against Eldar, except for FMCs as Eldar anti-air is decent at best. In many ways, fighting Eldar is a lot like fighting Tau, although more difficult due to the fact that Eldar won't go down so easily in close combat. If you find yourself dealing with a multitude of Eldar MC's, use plaguebearers and use a lot of them. Daemonettes and other Slaaneshi Daemons are also very useful at dealing with Eldar. Be wary about taking vehicles as you can expect them to either be torn apart by their really good small arms fire or bright-lanced; exceptions to this include the Bloodthrone because of its dreadnought armour and Blight Drones because they are flyers.

*'''Tyranids''' - Shadow of the Warp subtracts Psykers Ld by -3 ''period'' (which is a big deal when it comes to Daemonic Instability, as you'll see below), and they can bring a lot of anti-infantry guns. Also they can spawn more troops to gun you down. Thank our Dark God who wrote their book again they can't take Rulebook powers anymore.
**'''How To''' - dealing Tyranids is arguably the easiest of the troublesome armies for Daemons. Yes, Shadow of the Warp is a pain in the arse, but this isn't a problem if you come rolling with the Blood God's finest; Heralds and Bloodthirsters will normally wreck elite Tyrranid units and Winged DP's come in handy against bugs because they only have access to FMCs just like you. You should however watch out for Genestealers and their high-volume of rending attacks although most of your MCs can actually strike before them and your lack of armour isn't as big a deal for getting hit by rending attacks as it is for other armies. If you're really concerned about blobs of Genestealers or just blob-nids in general in CC, consider Flamers - Warp Flame is less of a stupid rule against things that can't armour save against it! Seeker Chariots and Hellflayers are also excellent choices for mowing down hordes of units and eventually smashing into Tyranid MCs.

===Dealing with Flyers===
Daemons and Sisters of Battle are so far the last remaining armies in 40K that have difficulty dealing with flyers on their own. However, the situation is less dire for Daemons as they get access to FMCs and have a skyfiring heavy support choice - the Adepta Sorritas get none of that! In spite of this, the fact that nearly all FMCs available in Codex Daemons are capped at S6 can seriously hurt their chances at dealing with Flyers with SA12 or more. So barring your opponent [[Necrons|flyer spamming you]], here are a few ways to deal with flyers:
*'''Lash of Despair:''' A daemon prince of Slaanesh can toss out 2D6 S6 shots (up to S9 if he's a psyker with Iron Arm). That's a lot of shots but there are two problems: first, it's still base strength 6 which means you need all 7 of those expected shots to hit for a decent chance at a glance. Second, it's very unreliable especially hoping for Iron Arm on what will be an incredibly expensive DP.
*'''Horrors of Tzeentch:''' 4D6 shots, rerolling to hit from prescience and at S6 from the locus. A bit better but has many of the problems above
*'''Burning Chariot:''' If you get really lucky, the S9 snapshots might just do it. Even less reliable than the above.
*'''Soul Grinder:''' BS3 and S7 means that even with prescience it will almost always take 2-3 rounds of shooting, and you may still accomplish nothing. Warp Gaze could wreck the flyer, but that's a real stretch.
*'''MC Spam:''' Yes, they are only S6 but you do get D3 hits per Vector Strike. Take at least 3 MCs mixed between Greater Daemons and Daemon Princes. Be warned, this will be expensive.
*'''Aegis Defense Line:''' Any models you have with at least BS3 or more can opperate it. Plus, it's cheap! One strategy is to put a unit of Plaguebearers with a herald of Nurgle behind this (or on a bastion) so they can camp with Shrouded and Feel No Pain while the herald makes use of his BS5. Be careful of Tau markerlights, Eldar's "reveal" psychic power, noise marines, and anything else that ignores cover.
*'''Imperial Bastion/Fortress of Redemption:''' Similar to ADLs, but are actual buildings instead of obstacles, what with that sweet, ''sweet'' AV14 all around. You could put Plaguebearers in these, but it's a much better idea to use Bloodletters and their obscene BS5 to man quad-cannons, Icarus lascannons, heavy bolters and, in the case of the FoR, that missile silo. Putting a Herald of Khorne on the missile silo all but prevents the large blast from scattering, too.
*'''Blight Drones:''' The only flyer Daemons have. Unfortunately, it's a Forgeworld model and only BS2 but its weapons are either template, blast or twin-linked - specifically that Reaper Autocannon; lemme explain, it has a similar profile to a Harvester, but re-rollable 5+ to-hit is statistically superior to a 4+. Additionally, the weapons load-out of these thing effectively make it a flying Nurgle Grinder. A blight drone squadron is amazingly expensive but it is still a damn good option!
*'''Hellfire Gaze:''' Both of the flying Greater Daemons or DPs can take this, although you must roll a 4 on the Greater Gift table to get it, and its a 50/50 if it will do anything.
*'''Allied Heldrakes''': Go to Chaos Space Marines tactics to read about what havoc they wreck. Combines very nicely with MC spam.

===Tactics===
*'''Bubble of Hate:''' Mostly a Khorne-only tactic. Given how fast Flesh Hounds are, get them, get two squads. Grab a Khorne-marked Soul Grinder too. Also grab a Herald of Khorne and give him the Hate-fuelled Locus and the Grimoire of True names then stick him in a Blood Throne. Grab some Bloodcrushers as well just in case and make sure they have an Icon and an Instrument. Grab 2 squads of Bloodletters and also give them Instruments. Grab a Skull Cannon to help with grenades. Now have something in the backfield with a Comms Relay and backfield scoring, anything will do. Maybe 2 squads of Plaguebearers if you really want to. Maybe a backfield Soul Grinder as well. Got all that? Reserve the Bloodletters, the Cannon, one Grinder, the Crushers and the Throne. On the first turn, Hounds will be going up and hug cover, getting ready to enter your intended drop point. Deepstrike the Crushers and use its Instrument to bring in the Throne (Details are blurry on whether Icons work immediately but that's why you have run). The Herald should cast the Grimoire of True Names on the Crushers and hope you roll well. Deepstrike in a Bloodletter Squad and use their Instrument to bring in the Cannon. Ditto the second Bloodletter squad bringing in the Grinder. Try to get everyone within the bubble of hate that the Blood Throne has and force your opponent to pick their poison before everything mass charges. They should only have one turn to react and all those threats are out for blood. Enjoy. My dick is so fucking hard right now.

*'''Wound shenanigans, Daemon edition:''' Mounted Khornate and Slaaneshi heralds, Karanak included, make great escorts for their multi-wound beasts/cavalry. Not only do they add the extra killing power of herald and the bonuses of the loci, 2+ Look out sirs let you spread wounds around, keeping your speedy pets going and keeping icons alive for all your deep strikers. Mounted khornates work best at this as their mount not only gives you another wound, but gives him toughness 5, letting him take str 8 shots for his t4 bloodcrusher and hound squadies. Tzeentch heralds can do this as well with screamers,and technically flamers but they suck, but aren't as effective. You can't shoot the herald and sweeping attack and the herald doesn't really want to be in melee, but it's not a bad squad for some speedy divination buffs while the screamers sweeping attack things and then retreat. Sadly this doesn't work for nurglites, as their 'mount' doesn't make them any faster so they they can't keep up with beasts and drones. This is probably because a plague drone mount would make all the other heralds jealous and wound shenanigans on beasts, who would just it will not die the wounds back, would be a little too broken.

*'''The super-standard daemons list:''' Fateweaver, 20 Bloodletters with herald, 20 Daemonettes with herald, 20 Horrors with Herald (using prescience and flickering fire), Skull Cannon, Soul Grinder. It all fits in 1500 pts and can deal with most things. For light vehicles you have the Skull Cannon and S6 psychic volleys from the Horrors. For heavy vehicles you have the Soul Grinder and Fateweaver. If they have a Heldrake just concede.

*'''Cry Havoc, and let slip the dogs of war:''' (Note that this tactics follows "The more the merrier" rule) 20-40 Flesh hounds, Karanak attached to a unit of around 5 'Crushers with Icon and Jugger-herald, Soul Grinder and/or Cannons of Khorne in reserve. Deploy as close as possible while stretching unit coherency horizontally to the max. Scout move the 'hounds and the 'crushers(through Karanak) 12". You are already halfway across the board if not more(depending on deployment.) If you go second that's a possible turn 1 charge. If you go first then on turn 2 you can charge almost everything after you move 12" again (Remember that beast and cav aren't slowed by terrain.). If not, run, their fleet helps. By turn three you should be able to charge or have charged anything on the table. Once reserves start to come in on turn 2+ your icon will be in the center of the table allowing you to Deepstrike flawlessly. The hounds can run through cover, have 2 wounds and always a 5++. They can kill a lot of things and survive. Skulls for the Skull Throne!

*'''Meaty Balls of Rage:''' Run 5 monstrous creatures (1 Greater Daemon,3 Daemon Princes of same god,1 Daemon Prince of your choice), all of which rolling on Biomancy. You havent seen unkillable until you've seen the rage in your opponent's eyes as his vendetta's lascannons wound your T10 Great Unclean One of 5's thanks to Iron Arm. Its beautiful. Throw in Greater Rewards for more awesome things, such as Feel No Pain (4+), It Will Not Die/+1 Wound, Rerollable Invulns, etc. Daemon Princes of Slaanesh with the Greater Reward Whip + Iron Arm = Dead Fliers. Seriously, 2D6 Str 7-9 shots at BS 5 is amazing. Beware the new Eldar. S10 will instant death daemon princes and some greater daemons.

*'''Screamer Star:''' This can be really fun to play (though infuriating on the receiving end) and is quite liberating as you don't have to worry about anything but killing and staying alive (<s>not recommended</s> HIGHLY recommended for tournament play), so here is what you do. Take 4 heralds of Tzeentch on discs, give one of them the grimoire of true names. Now use the rest of your points on Fateweaver (to reroll the grimoire check if need be), a 6 to 9 man unit of screamers. Use the rest of the points on Daemon Prince heavy support and troops. Cast forewarning on the herald and screamer unit and use the grimoire for a 2++ rerollable cause you're a daemon of tzeentch. You now have a giant deathstar that will not fucking die; much rage will ensue from the other end of the table. Though not truly the best for close combat, it is good for vehicle hunting (with the Screamers' Armorbane attacks) and can easily tarpit forever; besides you have Daemon Princes for hitting hard. As a bonus, if you got second turn, keep these guys in the middle of the table then split off the heralds on the last turn to contest all the objectives. Note: Just be careful, the grimoire doesn't work on its bearer but that's what Look Out Sir! is for.

*'''Daemon King:''' This requires a Daemon Prince of Tzeentch (perhaps several), Fateweaver, and a whole lot of points dumped into said prince. First you need the Grimoire, secondly you need your princes to be ML3 and roll up Forewarning for a 4++, giving you a 2++ rerollable, then you need either a greater etherblade or an eternal blade and you must roll up Iron Arm, if you get warp speed or endurance too, that's just gravy. Now you have a model that can beat Horus in a one on one dust up without a scratch on it. Not as reliable as the Screamer Star, but still deliciously rage inducing. Keep away from D-strength units unless you want to see all your hard work go up in smoke.

*'''Operation Touhou:''' Heralds of Tzeentch can use flickering fire to fire 4d6 worth of heavy bolter shots. This is madness level of dakka from one model even if you roll all ones you're still ahead of the curve as far as most shooting HQ's go. Take eight (you can only have four Herolds for each Force Org Chart) heralds of Tzeentch, upgrade them to level three for mind bullets, for all of them roll two of your three powers on the Tzeentch psychic powers and the third where you like in the main book *cough*Divination*cough*. Tzeentch has two anti infantry powers, (flicking fire and firestorm) and two anti tank powers (bolt and infernal gate). You want one anti tank power, and you want to swap the other power for flickering fires. This alone nets you the ability to fire between 32(all ones) to 192 (all sixes) worth of heavy bolter shots, from your HQ section alone!

*'''Molon Labe:''' One (or more) unit(s) of Bloodletters with (at least) one attached Herald hunkering down in a Fortress of Redemption with heavy bolters and Krakstorm Missiles. Man the TL-Icarus and Heavy Bolters with Bloodletters while the Herald mans the missile launcher. The Herald's BS7 will more often than not prevent the blast marker for the missile silo from scattering. This setup will do 3 things: first, it gives you a very good AA option (a twin-linked, double-ranged lascannon that skyfires and intercepts can down most aircraft with a single shot); second, it'll provide artillery support that obviates the need for a Nurgle Grinder and even outdoes an allied Defiler's battle cannon. Lastly, it's gonna be a very hard thing to deal with: between the building's AV14 and 4 HP per section and the cover save granted to occupants, it's a very tough cookie shooting-wise; anything brave enough to assault it will get a thorough gunning from its occupants and then has to fight Bloodletters in cover in close-combat. To that end, tool up your Herald and/or Bloodreaper for challenge duty or just give them a Blade of Blood if they're gonna be facing down numerous foes (or both if you have the points); this might also be one of the few times where the Exalted Locus of Wrath is useful.

<font size=1>'''*The [[Chaos Gods]] do not guarantee fun. Fun is subject to early termination at Tzeentch's discretion. Fun is to be taken in context of [[Dwarf Fortress]].'''</font>
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