Whitewolf Posted October 6, 2009 Share Posted October 6, 2009 Okay, so hoping to run my first game with the new dex today with some friends. We are hoping to run a small 1k point game due to time restraints. Seeing how I am restricted on models due to lack of funds for more, here is what I have so far: Njal Stormcaller 275 WTN,RA,BP,SAGA OF MAJESTY Wolf Guard 202 (ASC,PF);(PW,SB);(CF,SB);(WCx2) Arjac Rockfist 170 TH,SS Gray Hunters 190 BP,B,CCW,PG,MG,PF Gray Hunters 180 BP,B,CCW,PG,MG,PW As you can see this brings me to a total of 1017pts. Also, I would like to try some of the newer models/tactics from the dex. No word on objectives so trying to balance for whatever comes my way. Also, I have no transports so they will be foot-slogging it. We my be looking at a team battle or a 4 way battle. I think they want to kill my wolves :D Only two possible opponents known; Orcs and Blood Angels. The third could be anything. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/180766-first-game-1k-points/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rokafort Stonewolf Posted October 6, 2009 Share Posted October 6, 2009 Well, it's generally considered poor practice to be over, especially by more than the cost of a Grey Hunter. I also think you're REALLY overdoing it on the special characters, but if you're restricted on number of models, drop a GH or downgrade a couple of weapons and call it done, I guess. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/180766-first-game-1k-points/#findComment-2140359 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whitewolf Posted October 6, 2009 Author Share Posted October 6, 2009 yeah, normally I run just under the point total. I was looking to remove a GH but in order to do that I lose a "heavy weapon" in a squad. As for the special characters, I could just drop Arjac and run a normal termie with TH/SS. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/180766-first-game-1k-points/#findComment-2140399 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cambeul Posted October 6, 2009 Share Posted October 6, 2009 I think your list may be ilegal. I thought you had to buy a Wolf Gaurd unit ( 3-10 Models ) and then break them off, you have only listed 2 Wolf Gaurd in the above list. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/180766-first-game-1k-points/#findComment-2140439 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whitewolf Posted October 6, 2009 Author Share Posted October 6, 2009 nope, there are 5. the parenthasis showed what each is armed with and Arjac counts as the 5th. And although Ajac is a named character he is listed as an upgrade, so IMO still part of the pack. I also swapped Njal for a normal RP. Kitted out as such; Rune Priest (WTN,RA,SB,CotS,JoWW,LL,RW) it brings the HQ cost down to 180pts. This allows me to pick up a PP in each GH squad and come in to a normal total of 952pts. Any more comments, suggestions appreciated. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/180766-first-game-1k-points/#findComment-2140460 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iacton Qruze Posted October 6, 2009 Share Posted October 6, 2009 If you've got 48 points to eat, give each GH squad a MotW. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/180766-first-game-1k-points/#findComment-2140510 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hrathnar Flintfang Posted October 6, 2009 Share Posted October 6, 2009 My advice? skip the named characters. You can get a pretty nice RP for far fewer points, and still do plenty of damage. I suppose if you have to do something you can keep whats-his-name, the guy with the throwing hammer. An RP with a few toys should be fine for your HQ though if you use him smartly. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/180766-first-game-1k-points/#findComment-2140528 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whitewolf Posted October 6, 2009 Author Share Posted October 6, 2009 Hmm, good Idea. I can also put one on a WG and tht will bring me to 997pts. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/180766-first-game-1k-points/#findComment-2140537 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whitewolf Posted October 7, 2009 Author Share Posted October 7, 2009 Update on the game. Normal for me, failure for the wolves (well almost. I at least learned and had fun most of the time). Having the fewest models on the table is a big learning curve. I have always played wolves but if memory serves me I am sure I used to have more models than I did for this game. I now know I need transports of any kind. After pretty much 3 turns of move,run,wait,die I was able to get close enough to do some CC damage. Alas, my dice rolls failed me again. The game did bring to light some important questions/insights. 1. Does JotWW affect your own troops? 2. foot slogging against shooty armies stink (markerlights? come on :P ). 3. Living Lightning works pretty good. 4. Arjac so wanted to throw his hammer..... why did I have to fail my I test and succumb to the JotWW? 5. How can it be that 4 GH can charge a squad and kill no one and then fail all but one armor save. (I hate my dice!! ;) ) Anyways, not sure when my next game will be. Hope to get some models painted and more choices for my army. I do believe named models are side-lined from my forces for a little while, just having Arjac was to much of a points sink. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/180766-first-game-1k-points/#findComment-2141883 Share on other sites More sharing options...
DV8 Posted October 7, 2009 Share Posted October 7, 2009 1. Does JotWW affect your own troops? Yes 2. foot slogging against shooty armies stink (markerlights? come on :P ). Yes it does. That's why you have to be strategic with cover and/or tansports. 3. Living Lightning works pretty good. Really? What does it do for a living? Does it pay well? :o 4. Arjac so wanted to throw his hammer..... why did I have to fail my I test and succumb to the JotWW? Which is why you make sure you're not casting JotWW through a 188 point model. 5. How can it be that 4 GH can charge a squad and kill no one and then fail all but one armor save. (I hate my dice!! ;) ) Because you aimed JotWW through Arjac and killed him, that's why. They're his drinking buddies. And you made them sad... T_T DV8 Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/180766-first-game-1k-points/#findComment-2141896 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whitewolf Posted October 7, 2009 Author Share Posted October 7, 2009 LOL, thanks DV8. Loved the answers and comments. Oh yeah, I did use the terrain to the best of my ability. I think it was the huge no man's land without any cover that killed me. Still not sure how I missed seeing that when setting up the terrain. Or when moving for that matter. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/180766-first-game-1k-points/#findComment-2141905 Share on other sites More sharing options...
dublindawg Posted October 7, 2009 Share Posted October 7, 2009 guess you can chaulk it up to learning session. I bet Arjac is waiting for that RP in Vallaha to give him a good thumping. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/180766-first-game-1k-points/#findComment-2141922 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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