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Ability Overview

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	*'''[Double] Hunt and Kill''': A fighter can use this ability only if there is a visible enemy fighter within 6" of them. This fighter makes a bonus move action and must finish closer to the closest visible enemy fighter than they were at the start of that move action. (Necropolis Stalker w/Nadirite Blades Ability)		*'''[Double] Hunt and Kill''': A fighter can use this ability only if there is a visible enemy fighter within 6" of them. This fighter makes a bonus move action and must finish closer to the closest visible enemy fighter than they were at the start of that move action. (Necropolis Stalker w/Nadirite Blades Ability)
	**''Ability Commentary''-A very powerful ability attached to one of the best damage dealers in this Warband, this ability will essentially allow you to move into combat range and then use two full attack actions with a very dangerous attacks and damage profile. While movement isn't the strong suit of this Warband, the Necropolis Stalkers have an above average move value of 5", increasing their threat range. This makes the Necropolis Stalker one of the more scary fighters in all of Warcry and may force your opponent to make sub-optimal movements and placement choices while giving you a distinct advantage for maximizing damage.		**''Ability Commentary''-A very powerful ability attached to one of the best damage dealers in this Warband, this ability will essentially allow you to move into combat range and then use two full attack actions with a very dangerous attacks and damage profile. While the movement isn't the strong suit of this Warband, the Necropolis Stalkers have an above-average move value of 5", increasing their threat range. This makes the Necropolis Stalker one of the more scary fighters in all of Warcry and may force your opponent to make sub-optimal movements and placement choices while giving you a distinct advantage for maximizing damage.

			*Endless Duty (Double, Liege-Kavalos): Allows extra bonus move or action when killing an enemy.

	*'''[Triple] Deathrider Charge''': Until the end of this fighter's activation, the next time this fighter finishes a move action within 1" of an enemy fighter, pick a visible enemy fighter. Allocate a number of damage points to that fighter equal to the value of this ability. (Kavalos Deathrider Hekatos, Kavalos Deathrider with Spear, or Kavalos Deathrider with Sword Ability)		*'''[Triple] Deathrider Charge''': Until the end of this fighter's activation, the next time this fighter finishes a move action within 1" of an enemy fighter, pick a visible enemy fighter. Allocate a number of damage points to that fighter equal to the value of this ability. (Kavalos Deathrider Hekatos, Kavalos Deathrider with Spear, or Kavalos Deathrider with Sword Ability)
	**''Ability Commentary''-A standard "charge" ability, it can be really devastating to certain units. Given the high movement value of Kavalos Deathriders, this is an incredibly easy ability to activate (assuming there is enough open ground to charge through...more on that below). Activate it before charging in and then follow up with an attack action and you can typically finish off low-to-mid wound models in one activation. When using it, you want to look for at least a value of 3 for chaff and 4+ for higher wound models.		**''Ability Commentary''-A standard "charge" ability, it can be really devastating to certain units. Given the high movement value of Kavalos Deathriders, this is an incredibly easy ability to activate (assuming there is enough open ground to charge through...more on that below). Activate it before charging in and then follow up with an attack action and you can typically finish off low-to-mid wound models in one activation. When using it, you want to look for at least a value of 3 for chaff and 4+ for higher wound models.

	*'''[Triple] Unstoppable Advance''': Until the end of the battle round, add half the value of this ability (rounding up) to the move characteristic of friendly fighters that are in the same ~~battle group~~ as this fighter. (Kavalos Deathrider Hekatos or Mortek Guard Hekatos Ability)		*Unbridled Ferocity (Triple, all Morghast Harbingers): Allows a bonus move.
	**''Ability Commentary''-This single ability will typically offset the inherent move disadvantage of the ~~warband~~. This essentially acts as battlegroup-wide '''[Double] Rush'''. Keep in mind that it only applies to units in the same ''Battlegroup'' of the Hekatos, which can be very interesting if one of the fighters in this battlegroup somehow manages to find himself far away from the rest of the battlegroup. It has no range limit in this regard, meaning that, theoretically, a fighter can be on the total opposite end of of the board from this model and still receive the benefit. On Mortek Guard, it should be used to get them into important zones quickly (typically round 1). On Deathriders, it has the potential to have them move almost half-way across the board in a single movement action. Its only downside is that it will be competing with the standard '''[Double]''', '''[Triple]''', and '''[Quad]''' abilities for ability/wild dice.
			*'''[Triple] Unstoppable Advance''': Until the end of the battle round, add half the value of this ability (rounding up) to the move characteristic of friendly fighters that are in the same battlegroup as this fighter. (Kavalos Deathrider Hekatos or Mortek Guard Hekatos Ability)
			**''Ability Commentary''-This single ability will typically offset the inherent move disadvantage of the Warband. This essentially acts as battlegroup-wide '''[Double] Rush'''. Keep in mind that it only applies to units in the same ''Battlegroup'' of the Hekatos, which can be very interesting if one of the fighters in this battlegroup somehow manages to find himself far away from the rest of the battlegroup. It has no range limit in this regard, meaning that, theoretically, a fighter can be on the total opposite end of the board from this model and still receive the benefit. On Mortek Guard, it should be used to get them into important zones quickly (typically round 1). On Deathriders, it has the potential to have them move almost half-way across the board in a single movement action. Its only downside is that it will be competing with the standard '''[Double]''', '''[Triple]''', and '''[Quad]''' abilities for ability/wild dice.

			*Soul-guide (Triple, Mortisan Soulmason): Add 1 to the Attack of friendly fighters within range.

			*The Boneshaper’s Art (Triple, Mortisan Boneshaper): Heal 1 to all friendly fighters in range.

	* '''[Quad] Blade-strike Aspect''': Add the value of this ability to the Attacks characteristic of attack actions made by this fighter this activation. (Necropolis Stalkers Ability)		* '''[Quad] Blade-strike Aspect''': Add the value of this ability to the Attacks characteristic of attack actions made by this fighter this activation. (Necropolis Stalkers Ability)
	**''Ability Commentary''-Oh my word, this ability is just flat out filthy. Necropolis stalkers are already some of the best damage dealing fighters in the game and this ability pushes them into the elite-tier in terms of raw damage potential. This ability is rather unique, as most other abilities in Warcry which confer similar effects are adding only ''half'' the value of the ability. This one simply adds the flat amount, meaning that you could potentially looking at adding an additional '''SIX ATTACKS''' to fighters who already have above average attacks and damage profiles. Most of the time, you won't even necessarily need 6 attacks to completely one-shot even elite fighters. Even just adding an additional 3 attacks will be enough to put away models in the 15-20 wound range on a '''SINGLE''' attack actions. With two full attack actions you can easily take out 30 wound fighters confidently. One of the best damage dealing abilities in the game. It is best used on the Necropolis Stalker with Dread Falchions, as it has a higher base Strength and Damage profile, and so boosting the attacks with this weapon will net you much more damage (particularly against Toughness 5+ fighters).		**''Ability Commentary''-Oh my word, this ability is just flat out filthy. Necropolis stalkers are already some of the best damage dealing fighters in the game and this ability pushes them into the elite-tier in terms of raw damage potential. This ability is rather unique, as most other abilities in Warcry which confer similar effects are adding only ''half'' the value of the ability. This one simply adds the flat amount, meaning that you could potentially looking at adding an additional '''SIX ATTACKS''' to fighters who already have above-average attacks and damage profiles. Most of the time, you won't even necessarily need 6 attacks to completely one-shot even elite fighters. Even just adding an additional 3 attacks will be enough to put away models in the 15-20 wound range on a '''SINGLE''' attack actions. With two full attack actions, you can easily take out 30 wound fighters confidently. One of the best damage-dealing abilities in the game. It is best used on the Necropolis Stalker with Dread Falchions, as it has a higher base Strength and Damage profile, and so boosting the attacks with this weapon will net you much more damage (particularly against Toughness 5+ fighters).

			*Soulreaper Scythe (Quad, Mortisan Soulreaper): Do up to 6 damage to all enemies within range.

	==Fighter Overview==		==Fighter Overview==

1d4chan>Stephenlucas600: /* Fighter */

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 **''Nadirite Spear''-Range 2"; Attacks 2; Strength 3; Damage 2/5
 *''Fighter Commentary''-The same price and statline as the sword variant, only trading out an attack for a 1" increase in weapon reach and a slightly better crit stat.  As discussed above, given how easily you can get into and out of combat with him, the spear is overall inferior.
 ==General Tactics==

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 **''Nadirite Blade''-Range 1"; Attacks 4; Strength 4; Damage 2/4
 *''Fighter Commentary''-One of two leader options you can take with this Warband, the Deathrider Hekatos is in an odd position.  His high movement can be very valuable for this Warband, and at Toughness 5 and 30 Wounds, he is a fairly durable leader.  His damage output is pretty average, even for a leader, and below-average when you consider his cost.  His biggest disadvantage (which also applies to Deathriders in general) is the fact that he is a Mounted fighter.  This means that he cannot Climb any terrain features.  In Warcry, where the board is very small and terrain will often take up large portions of the board, this will mean that he will often be extremely limited in his movement capabilities.  Even with Movement 8", he will be force to maneuver around obstacles and other terrain features which most other fighters can move through with ease.  It also means that he will not be able to attack targets above him, which in some cases can ''COMPLETELY'' negate him wholly as a fighter.  The ''only'' terrain board on which he can excel is [https://www.games-workshop.com/en-US/Warcry-Shattered-Stormvault-2019 the Shattered Stormvault].  Given that this set is NOT the baseline/starter set terrain set, chances are it won't be played very often (this is assuming you're using official GeeDubs Terrain to play on). He is also far more expensive than the other leader option.  Given the fact that the Mortek Guard Hekatos can also confer '''[Triple] Unstoppable Advance''', he doesn't offer anything unique either.  Overall, an overcosted leader hampered by a very serious movement limitation in a Warband which can struggle with board control and movement.  Here's to hoping some updated rules regarding mounted fighters happen someday.
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 **''Nadirite Blade''-Range 1"; Attacks 4; Strength 4; Damage 2/4
 *''Fighter Commentary''-The second leader this Warband can take and the one you will take.  While his movement is below average, he has above-average toughness.  His damage output is also relatively average for a leader.  His real value comes in the ability to spam '''[Double] Shield Wall''' and '''[Triple] Unstoppable Advance'''.  He is obviously meant to be used as a support leader, lending his battlegroup and his other fighters crucial buffs to both Toughness and Movement.  '''[Triple] Unstoppable Advance''' should almost always be used in the first battle round, to get both himself and his battlegroup into position for future battle rounds.  It can also be used if you need to pursue a high-value target or move to a new objective in Battleplans which has shifting objectives.  Given the inherent defensive advantages, the Warband has, putting him with a few fellow Mortek Guard makes for a solid objective-holding Battlegroup.  Works best in conjunction with Mortek Guard given the synergy of '''[Double] Shield Wall''' but an interesting tactic may be to put any Deathriders you may be fielding in his battlegroup so that he can give them '''[Triple] Unstoppable Advance''' given the fact that it is a board-wide ability.
 ===Fighter===

1d4chan>GreySeerCriak: /* Fighter */

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	*'''Weapons:'''		*'''Weapons:'''
	**''Nadirite Spear''-Range 2"; Attacks 2; Strength 3; Damage 1/4		**''Nadirite Spear''-Range 2"; Attacks 2; Strength 3; Damage 1/4
	*''Fighter Commentary''-This variant swaps out a sword for a ~~shield~~. With it, he loses an attack but gains an extra 1" of reach and a slightly better crit profile. He has access to the same abilities as his sword-wielding brother and costs the same amount of points and his general utility is more than that of the sword variant. Reach 2" extends his threat range an extra 1" and may allow him to more effectively chase and threaten targets but you sacrifice an attack to do so. He can be a decent target for '''[Double] Onslaught''' to give him an extra attack but his real role is to hold down objectives and tank.		*''Fighter Commentary''-This variant swaps out a sword for a spear. With it, he loses an attack but gains an extra 1" of reach and a slightly better crit profile. He has access to the same abilities as his sword-wielding brother and costs the same amount of points and his general utility is more than that of the sword variant. Reach 2" extends his threat range an extra 1" and may allow him to more effectively chase and threaten targets but you sacrifice an attack to do so. He can be a decent target for '''[Double] Onslaught''' to give him an extra attack but his real role is to hold down objectives and tank.

	'''''Mortek Guard with Soulcleaver Greatblade'''''		'''''Mortek Guard with Soulcleaver Greatblade'''''

1d4chan>ThatOneBruvva at 21:24, 3 May 2020

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1d4chan>Stephenlucas600 at 14:10, 21 March 2020

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	*'''''Lone Necromancer'''''-He doesn't offer much in terms of damage potential on his own, but he does come with a beefy ranged attack (although its only got 2 attacks). The real reason you want him is for '''[Quad] Vanhel's Danse Macabre''', which allows a number of friendly models equal to ability value and within 6" to make a bonus movement action or attack action. It's debatable whether this or '''[Triple] Unstoppable Advance''' is better, but given that this can potentially effect almost the entire warband if the dice go your way make it particularly appealing. He also has access to '''[Double] Necrotic Siphon''', which lets him steal health from his allies to heal himself. Not the most effective ability, but it can keep him going of you really need him to stick around to hand out '''[Quad] Vanhe's Danse Macabre'''.		*'''''Lone Necromancer'''''-He doesn't offer much in terms of damage potential on his own, but he does come with a beefy ranged attack (although its only got 2 attacks). The real reason you want him is for '''[Quad] Vanhel's Danse Macabre''', which allows a number of friendly models equal to ability value and within 6" to make a bonus movement action or attack action. It's debatable whether this or '''[Triple] Unstoppable Advance''' is better, but given that this can potentially effect almost the entire warband if the dice go your way make it particularly appealing. He also has access to '''[Double] Necrotic Siphon''', which lets him steal health from his allies to heal himself. Not the most effective ability, but it can keep him going of you really need him to stick around to hand out '''[Quad] Vanhe's Danse Macabre'''.

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	===Pros===		===Pros===
	*'''''Fantastic Durability'''''-They have some of the highest base value toughness in the game (Toughness 5 for most fighters) and abilities which can increase this further, making them one of the most durable warbands in the game.		*'''''Fantastic Durability'''''-They have some of the highest base value toughness in the game (Toughness 5 for most fighters) and abilities which can increase this further, making them one of the most durable warbands in the game. Especially since some of those fighters are fairy cheap comparted to other Toughness 5 fighters.
	*'''''Strong Damage Capabilities'''''-While their base damage isn't spectacular, they have access to strong abilities which can easily and effectively increase damage for most fighters. Necropolis Stalkers are also among the most dangerous damage dealers in the game.		*'''''Strong Damage Capabilities'''''-While their base damage isn't spectacular, they have access to strong abilities which can easily and effectively increase damage for most fighters. Necropolis Stalkers are also among the most dangerous damage dealers in the game.
	*'''''Great Zone Control'''''-Given their high durability, they can easily lock down certain areas of the board for extended periods of time, making them ideal for battleplans which rely on objectives or survial.		*'''''Great Zone Control'''''-Given their high durability, they can easily lock down certain areas of the board for extended periods of time, making them ideal for battleplans which rely on objectives or survial.

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	**''Nadirite Blade''-Range 1"; Attacks 3; Strength 3; Damage 1/3		**''Nadirite Blade''-Range 1"; Attacks 3; Strength 3; Damage 1/3
	*''Fighter Commentary''-The backbone of this Warband is the Mortek Guard. This variant trades off 1" of reach for 1 extra attack. Given how slow their base movement is, it can sometimes be difficult to close on targets if they have a longer reach and higher movement values (which is something that will happen often unless your local meta is composed of nothing but Nurgle, OBR, and LoN). They can be solid targets for '''[Double] Nadirite Weapon''' to boost their damage slightly but you're probably better off saving the ability dice for another fighter. Their high toughness and access to '''[Double] Shield Wall means that they can hold down objectives and zones better than almost any other similarly-costed fighters in the game.		*''Fighter Commentary''-The backbone of this Warband is the Mortek Guard. This variant trades off 1" of reach for 1 extra attack. Given how slow their base movement is, it can sometimes be difficult to close on targets if they have a longer reach and higher movement values (which is something that will happen often unless your local meta is composed of nothing but Nurgle, OBR, and LoN). They can be solid targets for '''[Double] Nadirite Weapon''' to boost their damage slightly but you're probably better off saving the ability dice for another fighter. Their high toughness and access to '''[Double] Shield Wall''' means that they can hold down objectives and zones better than almost any other similarly-costed fighters in the game.

	'''''Mortek Guard with Nadirite Spear'''''		'''''Mortek Guard with Nadirite Spear'''''