WG Vrox Posted November 6, 2009 Share Posted November 6, 2009 I just realized that we are the only chapter that can run 10 man sniper teams. Now I have suffered as most of you who tried sniper scouts at one point or another, but I always said that numbers would be nice. Now we have an option that on the surface seems like a good idea for a fire support team. Is 190 to much to pay for a 36" range unit plus ML? Maybe a WG in there with CP/PW and MB for protection. Have your RP put his cyber raven near them for protection from infiltrators. Vrox. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/184219-ws-snipers/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hfran Morkai Posted November 6, 2009 Share Posted November 6, 2009 I just realized that we are the only chapter that can run 10 man sniper teams. Now I have suffered as most of you who tried sniper scouts at one point or another, but I always said that numbers would be nice. Now we have an option that on the surface seems like a good idea for a fire support team. Is 190 to much to pay for a 36" range unit plus ML? Maybe a WG in there with CP/PW and MB for protection. Have your RP put his cyber raven near them for protection from infiltrators. Vrox. Codex marines can run 10 sniper squads... can't they? (I've lost the SM dex.) Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/184219-ws-snipers/#findComment-2177795 Share on other sites More sharing options...
WG Vrox Posted November 6, 2009 Author Share Posted November 6, 2009 Codex marines can run 10 sniper squads... can't they? (I've lost the SM dex.) Your right, for some reason thought they were limited to 5 man sniper teams. edit: but we are the only one that can do a 10 man team with BS4. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/184219-ws-snipers/#findComment-2177798 Share on other sites More sharing options...
tahrikmili Posted November 6, 2009 Share Posted November 6, 2009 No. Blood Angels can too. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/184219-ws-snipers/#findComment-2177803 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hfran Morkai Posted November 6, 2009 Share Posted November 6, 2009 BS4 makes them much tastier indeed. I'm using two small packs in apocalypse because I like the imagery but in smaller games I'd rather have BEL scouts blowing stuff up. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/184219-ws-snipers/#findComment-2177804 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sleipnir Frostfang Posted November 6, 2009 Share Posted November 6, 2009 Um..don't snipers hit on a certain number regardless of bs? Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/184219-ws-snipers/#findComment-2177837 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hfran Morkai Posted November 6, 2009 Share Posted November 6, 2009 Um..don't snipers hit on a certain number regardless of bs? In 5th they wound on a 4+ always but I think to hit is still using BS. I'm unsure though. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/184219-ws-snipers/#findComment-2177845 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raulmichile Posted November 6, 2009 Share Posted November 6, 2009 Nope, not anymore. They use BS now. That's why Wolf Scouts are better snipers than other marine snipers Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/184219-ws-snipers/#findComment-2177847 Share on other sites More sharing options...
WG Vrox Posted November 6, 2009 Author Share Posted November 6, 2009 Um..don't snipers hit on a certain number regardless of bs? BS is used to hit, to wound is 4+ , rending & AP2 on a 6 to wound roll, pinning weapon, str 3+d6+r3 against vehicles. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/184219-ws-snipers/#findComment-2177850 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Levitas Posted November 7, 2009 Share Posted November 7, 2009 Its not a bad option, but considering wolf scouts have better infiltration thanks to BEL its not the best use. For a few points cheaper you can get long fangs with heavybolters splitting fire and pumping out better shots. 10 sniper shots or 15 heavy bolter shots. I think scouts excel at arriving behind tanks and melting. Or dicing camping devs. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/184219-ws-snipers/#findComment-2178002 Share on other sites More sharing options...
lunchb0x Posted November 7, 2009 Share Posted November 7, 2009 I always run 1 5man squad of snipers with missle launcher...its awesome. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/184219-ws-snipers/#findComment-2178033 Share on other sites More sharing options...
WG Vrox Posted November 7, 2009 Author Share Posted November 7, 2009 I always run 1 5man squad of snipers with missle launcher...its awesome So you have had some good luck running a squad of 5 with ML, can you give a few details of how they performed in a few of your games? Thanks Vrox Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/184219-ws-snipers/#findComment-2178052 Share on other sites More sharing options...
lunchb0x Posted November 7, 2009 Share Posted November 7, 2009 Be happy too.... Took out 1 battle wagon. Took out 1 squad of looterz. ( the ones that shoot alooot ) Pinned a Nob Squad. Pinned a Nob Squad. That was one game... Most games I use them to hit high toughness units/characters, unless present a juicy target like the battle wagon. Overall everyone should take a squad of snipers, 96 points and it can cause a lot of hurt if deployed and used properly. If your not sure how you want to run them, run at least one guy with melta bombs, and have them come in from sides/rear. You now have prime shots on side/rear armour of any vehicle there. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/184219-ws-snipers/#findComment-2178063 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mammon Posted November 7, 2009 Share Posted November 7, 2009 I had considered running a small sniper pack. Since the Wolf Scouts are very unconventional in terms of tactics it makes sense that they would be willing to pick off leaders and pin squads so the rest of the pack can close in for the kill! Might have to pick up a box of those guys after I get paid next week. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/184219-ws-snipers/#findComment-2178359 Share on other sites More sharing options...
lunchb0x Posted November 7, 2009 Share Posted November 7, 2009 I have yet to have a game where they did not earn their points back...I also stuff a Wolf Guard with a Storm Bolter in the squad...just for the extra shots!!! Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/184219-ws-snipers/#findComment-2178433 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fracture Posted November 8, 2009 Share Posted November 8, 2009 I used to run a 10 man sniper unit with my reglular marines. They're really useful at taking down things like wriathlords and carnifix's etc. If you fancy doing it them go for it. They're certainly not useless. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/184219-ws-snipers/#findComment-2178799 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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