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1d4chan>Derpysaurus: /* Training and Wargear */

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Training and Wargear

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	Fire Warrior Combat Armor is made up of something called Fio'tak, apparently, with protection equivalent to or greater than Carapace Armor. It also features a wide suite of electronics, such as targeters, aim assisters, comm gear, and other tech that would make any Tech-Priest jealous. Combat armor is resistant to autoguns, largely immune to stubbers, and pretty good against lasguns. Given half a chance it might even deflect a Bolter shell, or at least prevent its user from being killed outright.		Fire Warrior Combat Armor is made up of something called Fio'tak, apparently, with protection equivalent to or greater than Carapace Armor. It also features a wide suite of electronics, such as targeters, aim assisters, comm gear, and other tech that would make any Tech-Priest jealous. Combat armor is resistant to autoguns, largely immune to stubbers, and pretty good against lasguns. Given half a chance it might even deflect a Bolter shell, or at least prevent its user from being killed outright.

			Fire Warriors themselves are split into two primary types of teams, these are:
			===Strike Team===
			The most vanilla of the vanilla. The Strike Team is the most common type of Tau Fire Warrior deployment. A Fire Warrior Strike Team is a high-speed detachment of shock troops who shoots first and ask questions later. These are the guys who primarily wield the [[Pulse Rifle]] and [[Grenades & Explosives#EMP Grenade\|EMP Grenades]]. They are also the ones who help the [[Tactical Support Turret]]s in actually [[Derp\|aiming shit]] ''despite'' the fact that the very nature of a drone is to ''free up'' units for more important stuff.

			===Breacher Team===
			The more close-range [[Dakka]] of the lot. The Fire Warriors Breacher Team specializes in brutally effective close-range assaults, clearing buildings of threats in a tight, tactical formation and delivering sharp, sudden frontline displays of undiluted [[Rape\|rape]] in close confines. These are the guys you see doing [[Kill Team (Specialist Game)\|Kill Team]] stuff when boarding a [[Space Hulk]] or some derelict shit. They are the ones who wield [[Pulse Blaster]]s and [[Grenades & Explosives#Photon Grenade\|Photon Grenades]] to suit their roles.

	== On the Tabletop (7th Edition and earlier) ==		== On the Tabletop (7th Edition and earlier) ==

1d4chan>Derpysaurus: /* Training and Wargear */

2022-12-02T05:16:15Z

Training and Wargear

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	The vast majority of Fire Warriors will die in some gruesome, nameless battle somewhere among the stars. A scant few inevitably manage to survive where all their fellows have fallen, and by dint of their skill such hardened warriors may eventually rise to the rank of Shas'o. If a warrior is ''truly'' lucky enough to survive many years of warfare and command, he or she may even be granted the option to retire.		The vast majority of Fire Warriors will die in some gruesome, nameless battle somewhere among the stars. A scant few inevitably manage to survive where all their fellows have fallen, and by dint of their skill such hardened warriors may eventually rise to the rank of Shas'o. If a warrior is ''truly'' lucky enough to survive many years of warfare and command, he or she may even be granted the option to retire.

	Most notable among the Fire Warriors' wargear is the pulse rifle, a plasma-based battle rifle with terrifying range and damage. These are especially deadly when combined with targeting computers in the Warriors' helmets and the support of [[markerlight]]s. When properly supported, Fire Warriors rarely miss and can mow down opposing troops with extreme efficiency. Warriors may also be seen carrying [[pulse carbine]]s, a shorter-range, automatic version of the rifle, or a [[Pulse Blaster\|pulse blaster]], the [[shotgun]] equivalent of the rifle that has better armor penetration at close range. For protection, the Fire Warrior is equipped with a set of [[Combat Armour]], which is made of a combination of nano-mesh and other technobabble. This includes the iconic asymmetrical pauldron designed to face towards any enemy that would be firing at the Warrior as it takes aim. They are also equipped with photon grenades, which emit a blinding flash of multi-spectral light and a sonic burst that disorients any enemies that get too close to the squad (in other words, a fancy flashbang). For anti-tank purposes, some Warriors carry EMP grenades, though these are not standard equipment. Fire Warriors may also carry Pulse Pistols, which means that Fire Warriors not only get the second best standard rifle in the game, they also get the best standard pistol. This may be a consideration if you're concerned about close combat, as these S5 hand cannons kick just as hard as their two-handed analogues and are about the closest thing that Fire Warriors have to a melee enhancer.		Most notable among the Fire Warriors' wargear is the pulse rifle, a plasma-based battle rifle with terrifying range and damage. These are especially deadly when combined with targeting computers in the Warriors' helmets and the support of [[markerlight]]s. When properly supported, Fire Warriors rarely miss and can mow down opposing troops with extreme efficiency. Warriors may also be seen carrying [[pulse carbine]]s, a shorter-range, automatic version of the rifle, or a [[Pulse Blaster\|pulse blaster]], the [[shotgun]] equivalent of the rifle that has better armor penetration at close range. For protection, the Fire Warrior is equipped with a set of [[Combat Armour]], which is made of a combination of nano-mesh and other technobabble. This includes the iconic asymmetrical pauldron designed to face towards any enemy that would be firing at the Warrior as it takes aim. They are also equipped with [[Grenades & Explosives#Photon Grenade\|photon grenades]], which emit a blinding flash of multi-spectral light and a sonic burst that disorients any enemies that get too close to the squad (in other words, a fancy flashbang). For anti-tank purposes, some Warriors carry [[Grenades & Explosives#EMP Grenade\|EMP grenades,]] though these are not standard equipment. Fire Warriors may also carry Pulse Pistols, which means that Fire Warriors not only get the second best standard rifle in the game, they also get the best standard pistol. This may be a consideration if you're concerned about close combat, as these S5 hand cannons kick just as hard as their two-handed analogues and are about the closest thing that Fire Warriors have to a melee enhancer.

	Fire Warrior Combat Armor is made up of something called Fio'tak, apparently, with protection equivalent to or greater than Carapace Armor. It also features a wide suite of electronics, such as targeters, aim assisters, comm gear, and other tech that would make any Tech-Priest jealous. Combat armor is resistant to autoguns, largely immune to stubbers, and pretty good against lasguns. Given half a chance it might even deflect a Bolter shell, or at least prevent its user from being killed outright.		Fire Warrior Combat Armor is made up of something called Fio'tak, apparently, with protection equivalent to or greater than Carapace Armor. It also features a wide suite of electronics, such as targeters, aim assisters, comm gear, and other tech that would make any Tech-Priest jealous. Combat armor is resistant to autoguns, largely immune to stubbers, and pretty good against lasguns. Given half a chance it might even deflect a Bolter shell, or at least prevent its user from being killed outright.

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	===9th===		===9th===
	As of 9th, the strike team has the best rifle in the game, with a whopping 36" S5 AP-1, In contrast to previous edition, Strike Teams taking MV36 Guardian Drones now cannot be wounded on twos, making assault cannons utterly useless in that regard, as well as shield drones for use as a flying storm shield.		As of 9th, the strike team has by far the best rifle in the game, with a whopping 36" S5 AP-1. In contrast to previous edition, Strike Teams taking MV36 Guardian Drones now cannot be wounded on twos (making assault cannons utterly useless in that regard) as well as shield drones for use as a flying storm shield.

	Breachers have received a soft nerf, with the Pulse Blaster being far more difficult to use, though they now work brilliantly when given a Devilfish to jump out of turn one ~~and~~ liquefy a very important infantry unit/anything in range. Similarly, Breachers can take some drones to provide some light support firepower/damage reduction.		Breachers have received a soft nerf, with the Pulse Blaster being far more difficult to use, though they now work brilliantly when given a Devilfish to jump out of on turn one in order to liquefy a very important infantry unit/anything in range. Similarly, Breachers can take some drones to provide some light support firepower/damage reduction.

	== Gallery ==		== Gallery ==

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	===9th===		===9th===
	As of 9th, the strike team has the best rifle in the game, with a whopping 36" S5 AP-1, In contrast to previous edition, Strike ~~Teamns~~ taking MV36 Guardian Drones now cannot be wounded on twos, making assault cannons utterly useless in that regard, as well as shield drones for use as a flying storm shield.		As of 9th, the strike team has the best rifle in the game, with a whopping 36" S5 AP-1, In contrast to previous edition, Strike Teams taking MV36 Guardian Drones now cannot be wounded on twos, making assault cannons utterly useless in that regard, as well as shield drones for use as a flying storm shield.

	Breachers have received a soft nerf, with the Pulse Blaster being far more difficult to use, though they now work brilliantly when given a Devilfish to jump out of turn one and liquefy a very important infantry unit/anything in range. Similarly, Breachers can take some drones to provide some light support firepower/damage reduction.		Breachers have received a soft nerf, with the Pulse Blaster being far more difficult to use, though they now work brilliantly when given a Devilfish to jump out of turn one and liquefy a very important infantry unit/anything in range. Similarly, Breachers can take some drones to provide some light support firepower/damage reduction.

2601:1C0:5C01:EAA0:0:0:0:C26D at 02:02, 31 March 2022

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	The '''Fire Warrior''' (''Shas'la'') in a '''Strike Team''' is the [[Tau Empire]]'s basic infantry unit. Armed with the mighty [[pulse rifle]], a set of [[Combat Armour]] and a fuckload of other gadgets to help them survive the galaxy better than most other factions' unfortunate grunts, these Tau go out to claim territory and bring the galaxy into the fold of the Empire. These are basic infantry, and like [[Imperial Guard\|certain other armies]], the Tau Empire has a whole fuckload of them.		The '''Fire Warrior''' (''Shas'la'') in a '''Strike Team''' is the [[Tau Empire]]'s basic infantry unit. Armed with the mighty [[pulse rifle]], a set of [[Combat Armour]] and a fuckload of other gadgets to help them survive the galaxy better than most other factions' unfortunate grunts, these Tau go out to claim territory and bring the galaxy into the fold of the Empire. These are basic infantry, and like [[Imperial Guard\|certain other armies]], the Tau Empire has a whole fuckload of them.

	While comparable to Guardsmen in most respects, their equipment is far superior to what most other factions in the galaxy can muster — not just because it's objectively better (although it generally is), but because their tech synchronizes with other elements of the Tau military to turn a good weapon into a devastating weapon. For example, when used correctly as part of a combined-arms formation, Fire Warriors can dial their accuracy up to eleven and disintegrate anything caught in their weapons' range. Their primary means of doing this is by networking with [[Tau Pathfinder\|Pathfinders]] (who are also Fire Warriors) of their [[Tau Cadre\|cadre]], who designate targets for them to shoot. This enhances the accuracy of each individual Strike Team member to a frightening level.		While comparable to Guardsmen in most respects, their equipment is far superior to what most other factions in the galaxy can muster — not just because it's objectively better (although it generally is), but because their tech synchronizes with other elements of the Tau military to turn a good weapon into a devastating weapon. For example, when used correctly as part of a combined-arms formation, (Something the Imperium in theory knows but can some times struggle to put in practice) Fire Warriors can dial their accuracy up to eleven and disintegrate anything caught in their weapons' range. Their primary means of doing this is by networking with [[Tau Pathfinder\|Pathfinders]] (who are also Fire Warriors) of their [[Tau Cadre\|cadre]], who designate targets for them to shoot. This enhances the accuracy of each individual Strike Team member to a frightening level.

	According to the [[Imperial Infantryman's Uplifting Primer]] (which, as you may know, is a wonderfully reliable source of objective truth), Fire Warriors are physically weak, have poor eyesight, and cannot hit the broad side of a space-barn. In reality, they are just fine at shooting, being somewhat hyperopic (farsighted) compared to humans. On the other hand, compared to humans they actually do have slightly inferior reflexes, and they are also slightly inferior to humans in terms of physical capability.		According to the [[Imperial Infantryman's Uplifting Primer]] (which, as you may know, is a wonderfully reliable source of objective truth), Fire Warriors are physically weak, have poor eyesight, and cannot hit the broad side of a space-barn. In reality, they are just fine at shooting, being somewhat hyperopic (farsighted) compared to humans. On the other hand, compared to humans they actually do have slightly inferior reflexes, and they are also slightly inferior to humans in terms of physical capability, which on top of doctrine means they are less capable in melee.

	== Training and Wargear ==		== Training and Wargear ==

1d4chan>Cavgunner: /* Training and Wargear */

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Training and Wargear

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	The vast majority of Fire Warriors will die in some gruesome, nameless battle somewhere among the stars. A scant few inevitably manage to survive where all their fellows have fallen, and by dint of their skill such hardened warriors may eventually rise to the rank of Shas'o. If a warrior is ''truly'' lucky enough to survive many years of warfare and command, he or she may even be granted the option to retire.		The vast majority of Fire Warriors will die in some gruesome, nameless battle somewhere among the stars. A scant few inevitably manage to survive where all their fellows have fallen, and by dint of their skill such hardened warriors may eventually rise to the rank of Shas'o. If a warrior is ''truly'' lucky enough to survive many years of warfare and command, he or she may even be granted the option to retire.

	Most notable among the Fire Warriors' wargear is the pulse rifle, a plasma-based battle rifle with terrifying range and damage. These are especially deadly when combined with targeting computers in the Warriors' helmets and the support of [[markerlight]]s. When properly supported, Fire Warriors rarely miss and can mow down opposing troops with extreme efficiency. Warriors may also be seen carrying [[pulse carbine]]s, a shorter-range, automatic version of the rifle, or a [[Pulse Blaster\|pulse blaster]], the [[shotgun]] equivalent of the rifle that has better armor penetration at close range. For protection, the Fire Warrior is equipped with a set of [[Combat Armour]], which is made of a combination of nano-mesh and other technobabble. This includes the iconic asymmetrical pauldron designed to face towards any enemy that would be firing at the Warrior as it takes aim. They are also equipped with photon grenades, which emit a blinding flash of multi-spectral light and a sonic burst that disorients any enemies that get too close to the squad (in other words, a fancy flashbang). For anti-tank purposes, some Warriors carry EMP grenades, though these are not standard equipment. Fire Warriors may also carry Pulse Pistols, which means that Fire Warriors not only get the second best standard rifle in the game, they also get the best standard pistol. This may be a consideration if you're concerned about close combat, as these S5 hand cannons kick ~~nearly half~~ as hard as their two-handed ~~brethren~~ and are about the closest thing that Fire Warriors have to a melee enhancer.		Most notable among the Fire Warriors' wargear is the pulse rifle, a plasma-based battle rifle with terrifying range and damage. These are especially deadly when combined with targeting computers in the Warriors' helmets and the support of [[markerlight]]s. When properly supported, Fire Warriors rarely miss and can mow down opposing troops with extreme efficiency. Warriors may also be seen carrying [[pulse carbine]]s, a shorter-range, automatic version of the rifle, or a [[Pulse Blaster\|pulse blaster]], the [[shotgun]] equivalent of the rifle that has better armor penetration at close range. For protection, the Fire Warrior is equipped with a set of [[Combat Armour]], which is made of a combination of nano-mesh and other technobabble. This includes the iconic asymmetrical pauldron designed to face towards any enemy that would be firing at the Warrior as it takes aim. They are also equipped with photon grenades, which emit a blinding flash of multi-spectral light and a sonic burst that disorients any enemies that get too close to the squad (in other words, a fancy flashbang). For anti-tank purposes, some Warriors carry EMP grenades, though these are not standard equipment. Fire Warriors may also carry Pulse Pistols, which means that Fire Warriors not only get the second best standard rifle in the game, they also get the best standard pistol. This may be a consideration if you're concerned about close combat, as these S5 hand cannons kick just as hard as their two-handed analogues and are about the closest thing that Fire Warriors have to a melee enhancer.

	Fire Warrior Combat Armor is made up of something called Fio'tak, apparently, with protection equivalent to or greater than Carapace Armor. It also features a wide suite of electronics, such as targeters, aim assisters, comm gear, and other tech that would make any Tech-Priest jealous. Combat armor is resistant to autoguns, largely immune to stubbers, and pretty good against lasguns. Given half a chance it might even deflect a Bolter shell, or at least prevent its user from being killed outright.		Fire Warrior Combat Armor is made up of something called Fio'tak, apparently, with protection equivalent to or greater than Carapace Armor. It also features a wide suite of electronics, such as targeters, aim assisters, comm gear, and other tech that would make any Tech-Priest jealous. Combat armor is resistant to autoguns, largely immune to stubbers, and pretty good against lasguns. Given half a chance it might even deflect a Bolter shell, or at least prevent its user from being killed outright.

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	Now, EMP grenades are a stratagem-only weapon that replaces the Photon Grenade. They are still useful, minus the fact that you still have to get into 12" to use them, and they can only be used by 3 Infantry units in your army (these being Pathfinders and Fire Warriors, the latter of which are now subdivided into Strike Team and Breacher Team variants.) Additionally, Pulse Rifles maintain their stats for the most part, minus the AP.		Now, EMP grenades are a stratagem-only weapon that replaces the Photon Grenade. They are still useful, minus the fact that you still have to get into 12" to use them, and they can only be used by 3 Infantry units in your army (these being Pathfinders and Fire Warriors, the latter of which are now subdivided into Strike Team and Breacher Team variants.) Additionally, Pulse Rifles maintain their stats for the most part, minus the AP.

	Keep in mind that the Pulse Rifle is still better than the Bolter, and can even semi-reliably wound T8 targets if you shoot it enough. Strike Teams are tough buggers, and as a result tend to fare better in ranged combat than Pathfinders, if only because of their superior armor save (4+ instead of a 5+) and access to the MV36 shield drones, which grant 6+ invuln saves, which means you possibly can save a few guys in a squad if a thunderfire opens up on them. They also come with the option of taking a DS8 turret with either a Smart Missile System or Missile Pods. As a final note, there are a few points worth reiterating: stay in cover, choose your firefights well, and ~~never assume you can hold for a round in~~ combat.		Keep in mind that the Pulse Rifle is still better than the Bolter, and can even semi-reliably wound T8 targets if you shoot it enough. Strike Teams are tough buggers, and as a result tend to fare better in ranged combat than Pathfinders, if only because of their superior armor save (4+ instead of a 5+) and access to the MV36 shield drones, which grant 6+ invuln saves, which means you possibly can save a few guys in a squad if a thunderfire opens up on them. They also come with the option of taking a DS8 turret with either a Smart Missile System or Missile Pods. As a final note, there are a few points worth reiterating: stay in cover, choose your firefights well, and avoid close combat.

	===9th===		===9th===