Verger Posted July 31, 2017 Share Posted July 31, 2017 Hello, fellow hobbyists. I've been humming and erring about a new 8th Ed army and have plumped for Steel Legion. Other than the obvious (Infantrymen, commanders) - what do you all suggest as solid bets? I've currently got laying at handCommissar with Power Sword and Boltpistol1 Squad, with Plasma Gun and Lascannon1 Chimera with Heavy Bolters and Heavy Stubber2 Sentinels (+1 in the post) - no weapons chosenShadowswordWhats your advice going forwards? Converting metal guard isn't an issue, so things like Snipers, Meltaguns, Banner-Bearers ect aren't out of the question. :)Thanks. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/337426-joining-the-legion-of-steel-%E2%99%A5/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harrowmaster Posted July 31, 2017 Share Posted July 31, 2017 A basilisk is both fluffy and effective, hydras and hellhounds both look good too. Verger 1 Back to top Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/337426-joining-the-legion-of-steel-%E2%99%A5/#findComment-4839624 Share on other sites More sharing options...
duz_ Posted August 1, 2017 Share Posted August 1, 2017 Obvious stuff first (yes I saw your post, but want to be sure ;) ) You definitely want to get to a point of having at least 4-6 infantry squads for detachment and CP's Being steel legion did you want this to be an armoured / mounted list? In which case obviously more Chimeras ;) I feel like some Demolishers and Eradicators would be well placed for Steel Legion too (Magnetized of course! ;) ) Artillery is amazing this edition! My Basilisk has been an all star next to my Bullgryns each time game I've fielded it, which is every time I've played my guard in 8th! Are you interested in air support?Valks are great for dropping in SWS or BullgrynsVendettas can't take Bullgryns but have same transport capacity as Valks, but with 3 twin lascannons instead Vultures deal pain to light - medium infantry! ;) What theme do you have in mind and is this going to be a casual army or competitive? Do you want it static gunline or mobile objective grabbing? Verger 1 Back to top Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/337426-joining-the-legion-of-steel-%E2%99%A5/#findComment-4839792 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Naryn Posted August 2, 2017 Share Posted August 2, 2017 Since Steel Legion are so heavily WWI inspired, I'd look there for inspiration. Enough infantry to fill a brigade detachment, heavy weapon squads and artillery, and a unit of tanks to break through enemy lines. Basilisks and Hydras in particular are phenomenal right now, as are Wyverns, and I run two of each at 2500 points. Verger 1 Back to top Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/337426-joining-the-legion-of-steel-%E2%99%A5/#findComment-4841263 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Verger Posted August 2, 2017 Author Share Posted August 2, 2017 Since Steel Legion are so heavily WWI inspired, I'd look there for inspiration. Enough infantry to fill a brigade detachment, heavy weapon squads and artillery, and a unit of tanks to break through enemy lines. Basilisks and Hydras in particular are phenomenal right now, as are Wyverns, and I run two of each at 2500 points. Big infantry blocks are going to be a must, for sure. I've been painting Space Marines the past year and it'll be nice to get some cloth done. Obvious stuff first (yes I saw your post, but want to be sure ) You definitely want to get to a point of having at least 4-6 infantry squads for detachment and CP's Being steel legion did you want this to be an armoured / mounted list? In which case obviously more Chimeras I feel like some Demolishers and Eradicators would be well placed for Steel Legion too (Magnetized of course! ) Artillery is amazing this edition! My Basilisk has been an all star next to my Bullgryns each time game I've fielded it, which is every time I've played my guard in 8th! Are you interested in air support? Valks are great for dropping in SWS or Bullgryns Vendettas can't take Bullgryns but have same transport capacity as Valks, but with 3 twin lascannons instead Vultures deal pain to light - medium infantry! What theme do you have in mind and is this going to be a casual army or competitive? Do you want it static gunline or mobile objective grabbing? Infantry seems cheap enough that I can afford some armoured stuff. Not sold on Bullgrins\Ogryns yet as they're a big artistic departure from Steel Legion minis. If I took them, I'd have to do some major remodeling to them.... Basilisk seems like a must-have - I've read a few people singing its praises now. I was thinking of taking some Devil-Dogs (Melta Hellhound) because on paper it looks cheap for the hassle it can cause. :) I want the army, mostly - to have variety and to look nice. I can add things to make it a more competitive list later if I want. :) Thank you all for the food for thought. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/337426-joining-the-legion-of-steel-%E2%99%A5/#findComment-4841622 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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