robofish7591 Posted February 1, 2019 Share Posted February 1, 2019 So, I had a free shipping voucher from Forgeworld that needed to be used yesterday and decided to pick something up for my IG. I already have some tanks to paint so I figured that some artillery would be cool to have, so I picked up three heavy mortars without looking at the rules. I know quad mortars are better, but my gaming group is pretty casual so not having the most efficient option isn't really a problem. With that out of the way, I would like to hear if anyone else has used the heavy mortars and if they have had any luck with them. What worked and what didn't? Also, how are you playing the Artillery Battery rule? From what I read, it sounds like the gun can be targeted but the infantry can't, is that right or are they all one unit that can't be targeted? Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/353548-imperial-heavy-mortars-are-they-useful/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
librisrouge Posted February 1, 2019 Share Posted February 1, 2019 I've used them a few times and found them to be rather...disappointing. They don't get enough shots (only d6) and they don't hit hard enough per shot. Given that they don't cost too much less, the earthshaker is just better in every way. They feel like they were supposed to be some kinda compromise weapon between the quad mortar and the earthshaker but ended up just being the worst of both. That being said, they're cool as hell. I played an army for a while that was 6 earthshakers, 3 quad mortars, and 3 heavy mortars and it was fun. I used the catachan trait and Yarrick+Harker to get maximum damage output. From what you posted, it looks like you're using the rules right. Unless they get behind you or you position the crew poorly, the gun has to be killed before the crew can be targetted. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/353548-imperial-heavy-mortars-are-they-useful/#findComment-5246174 Share on other sites More sharing options...
robofish7591 Posted February 1, 2019 Author Share Posted February 1, 2019 That is what I was afraid of . I'm thinking that they should be OKish against stuff like primaris marines with their d3 damage, although its not like we really have problems fighting marines! Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/353548-imperial-heavy-mortars-are-they-useful/#findComment-5246189 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colonel Cross Posted February 2, 2019 Share Posted February 2, 2019 Before their price increase they were actually decent. At their current points cost, they are worthless. I still use them, since I play Catachans, against friends with less competitive lists. They are actually fun to play and they look great. Just don't expect much from them. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/353548-imperial-heavy-mortars-are-they-useful/#findComment-5246520 Share on other sites More sharing options...
robofish7591 Posted February 7, 2019 Author Share Posted February 7, 2019 Well, they finally showed up! Now to get them cleaned up and ready for the table! Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/353548-imperial-heavy-mortars-are-they-useful/#findComment-5250223 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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