furstyferret Posted May 16, 2016 Share Posted May 16, 2016 Hi folks,I have literally no experience with Guard but came into the possession of a whole load of models from a friend. I’ve totted up roughly what there is, but I wondered if anyone could look over it and suggest what I could add in/take out to make things a bit more competitive. It comes to roughly 1650 as it is though. Any thoughts would be great.HQCommissar YarrickCompany Commander, power fistRegimental standardVox-caster3 guardsmenOtherMinistorum PriestMinistorum PriestTroopsPlatoon Command SquadVox-casterMeltagunPlasmagunInfantry SquadVox-casterGrenade LauncherAutocannon teamInfantry SquadVox-casterGrenade LauncherAutocannon teamInfantry SquadVox-casterFlamerPlatoon Command SquadVox-casterGrenade LauncherPlasmagunInfantry SquadVox-casterGrenade LauncherHeavy Bolter teamInfantry SquadVox-casterFlamerAutocannon teamInfantry SquadVox-casterFlamerVeteran SquadVox-caster2 MeltagunsVeteran SquadVox-caster2 MeltagunsFast Attack3 Valkyries/VendettasHeavy SupportAvenger Strike Fighter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WarriorFish Posted May 16, 2016 Share Posted May 16, 2016 I'd say this is a great core to a list - you have plenty of troopers and aircraft so you've already got something to work with. I'd look into adding armour, some Chimeras for Vets and your CCS is always good to have and of course Guard tanks are solid and reliable :) It depends on how you'd like to run your army, for example you could add some artillery to get an artillery company. Got any pictures of your new models to show us? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
duz_ Posted May 16, 2016 Share Posted May 16, 2016 you could turn those 3 flyers into the montka flyer formation if you plan on running all 3Id put the plasma gunner into a vet or ccs squad to capitalise on the BS4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WarriorFish Posted May 16, 2016 Share Posted May 16, 2016 · Hidden by WarriorFish, May 16, 2016 - No reason given Hidden by WarriorFish, May 16, 2016 - No reason given Here's the list FYI. Link to comment
furstyferret Posted May 16, 2016 Author Share Posted May 16, 2016 Thanks for the replies guys @WarriorFish. I think the investment in the tanks might be the way to go, but I'll have a look into the artillery options as well. I don't have any pictures just now, but I'll take a few tonight with everything out. @duz_. I've never heard of that formation before, but that gives me something else to look into. Unfortunately the veterans are painted a very different scheme to the regulars, but I suppose I could just attach a special weapon to the guy's backpack to increase the number of specials in the squad. The CCS though could probably take one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
duz_ Posted May 16, 2016 Share Posted May 16, 2016 I can't remember the exact name of the formation. If you haven't already though, its definitely worth buying and downloading a copy of the Cadia formation supplement from BL. There's also the Emperors Wrath artillery formation in there too. Dettol is always good for stripping models so you can repaint ;) Its more the case when you're paying 10-15pts for plasma and melta you want to increase your chances of hitting with them. Especially for plasma where you risk it getting hot. You also will want to consider some chimera or taroux transports for your vets and CCS. You do have 3 flyers though so they can always ride in them. Personally I prefer as many of my units as possible on the table turn 1. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WarriorFish Posted May 16, 2016 Share Posted May 16, 2016 +1 for Dettol and a sonic cleaner. Like magic. Get a cheap electric toothbrush to do the scrubbing for you and you're laughing. Wish I had done it sooner! I also agree on the more units thing, Guard do well with numbers generally so having enough to weather the storm and throw out one of your own has always served me well :) Looking forward to seeing more :tu: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
furstyferret Posted May 17, 2016 Author Share Posted May 17, 2016 Stripping a few keys models is always an option. I'm trying to avoid repainting too much as there's new stuff to add and it's not really my main army. A little late, but picture as promised. http://i114.photobucket.com/albums/n267/craigoffilth/image-17-05-16-09-30-3_zpsvxfrss5j.jpeghttp://i114.photobucket.com/albums/n267/craigoffilth/image-17-05-16-09-30-1_zpstsqhpqjs.jpeghttp://i114.photobucket.com/albums/n267/craigoffilth/image-17-05-16-09-30-2_zpszsp1ux27.jpeghttp://i114.photobucket.com/albums/n267/craigoffilth/image-17-05-16-09-30_zpsv2m4mlnr.jpeg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WarriorFish Posted May 17, 2016 Share Posted May 17, 2016 That looks like a very nice army, the original owner clearly knew the devotion Guard deserve! Glad you've given them a good home :) I think the Vets look fine, they're not that different as it's just the fatigues I think which can be easily repainted if you wanted :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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