DarkGuard Posted September 7, 2013 Share Posted September 7, 2013 Which of the two AA platforms seem to be better? I like the Stalker as I think it will be better against FMCs but the seeking missiles of the Hunter is a pretty solid way to bust Drakes. Personally, I like the sound of the Hunter, just for the fact that should it hit, that flyer is dying. However, the Stalker would also be good, particularly as flyers can evade. So more likely for a shot to hit the target, but less likely to kill. Personally, I prefer the look of the Hunter. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stickeh Posted September 8, 2013 Share Posted September 8, 2013 Using UM chapter tactics, the turn you use the tactical doctrine you have an 83% chance of hitting with the Hunter, and a 33% chance following turns, then the 2D6 armour pen. That's pretty darn good for the same price as a barebones tac squad! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Febelcrofas Posted September 8, 2013 Share Posted September 8, 2013 Hmm I keep forgetting the tactical doctrines. Really adds a nice dimention to the army. I really like how fluffy the ultras ones are. Really have your opponent thinking "is he gonna call devastators next turn if I move to assault him", and all that jazz. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brother Casman Posted September 8, 2013 Share Posted September 8, 2013 Using UM chapter tactics, the turn you use the tactical doctrine you have an 83% chance of hitting with the Hunter, and a 33% chance following turns, then the 2D6 armour pen. That's pretty darn good for the same price as a barebones tac squad! Unfortunately, the doctrines don't apply to vehicles, because they don't have the Chapter Tactics rule. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stickeh Posted September 8, 2013 Share Posted September 8, 2013 Using UM chapter tactics, the turn you use the tactical doctrine you have an 83% chance of hitting with the Hunter, and a 33% chance following turns, then the 2D6 armour pen. That's pretty darn good for the same price as a barebones tac squad! Unfortunately, the doctrines don't apply to vehicles, because they don't have the Chapter Tactics rule. Darn, missed that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Idaho Posted September 8, 2013 Share Posted September 8, 2013 Yeah I did too. Oh well! Still, the Hunter can potentially take out Necron and Tau Skimmers a lot more easily at range. That's good potentially. Two of them could incorporate into an army nicely since they're so cheap. Tempted. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarkGuard Posted September 8, 2013 Share Posted September 8, 2013 Problem is it's in the Heavy Support slot, which means it's up against quite a few contenders. An Aegis Line, which is quite similar, doesn't compete against those other units. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Retaliation Posted September 9, 2013 Share Posted September 9, 2013 Aegis defense lines can't remove the cheesy necron shields though. The hunter simply laughs at their xenos trickery. It's even better than a lascannon in this case, while providing other benefits. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Idaho Posted September 9, 2013 Share Posted September 9, 2013 Suppose it depends on your style. I rarely use more than 1 Heavy Support slot. Still tempted to get 2 Hunters for competitive lists. Most competitive lists will have Skimmers or Fliers, and if not then I have the advantage of facing a none competitive list with my own so the 140pts spent on 2 won't be too bad! ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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