Lord Kallozar Posted September 12, 2019 Share Posted September 12, 2019 Hi all Is it possible to field an army made up of just an hq and elites? I know the old formations used to allow it but I’m out of touch and I’m sure they no longer exist anymore? Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/358388-an-army-of-just-elites/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ishagu Posted September 12, 2019 Share Posted September 12, 2019 Yes it's possible. Take a look at the rulebook for a full list of detachments and the bonuses they offer. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/358388-an-army-of-just-elites/#findComment-5387094 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lord Kallozar Posted September 12, 2019 Author Share Posted September 12, 2019 That’s superb thank you. What is the latest rule book so I can find this out? Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/358388-an-army-of-just-elites/#findComment-5387096 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Panzer Posted September 12, 2019 Share Posted September 12, 2019 That’s superb thank you. What is the latest rule book so I can find this out? The 8th edition one: https://www.games-workshop.com/en-EU/Warhammer-40000-rulebook-eng-2017 Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/358388-an-army-of-just-elites/#findComment-5387100 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dracos Posted September 12, 2019 Share Posted September 12, 2019 It will put a crunch on your ability to use CP but its definitely doable Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/358388-an-army-of-just-elites/#findComment-5387581 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Exilyth Posted September 13, 2019 Share Posted September 13, 2019 Multiple vanguard detachments would allow you to bring mostly HQ + Elite units, but most armies are based on at least one battalion detachment for the additional command points. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/358388-an-army-of-just-elites/#findComment-5387596 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zephaniah Adriyen Posted September 13, 2019 Share Posted September 13, 2019 I mean, Vanguards are fine if you reeeeeally like Elites options. What in particular are you wanting to run? Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/358388-an-army-of-just-elites/#findComment-5387717 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Emicus Posted September 13, 2019 Share Posted September 13, 2019 Upgrade Primaris Intercessors to Veterans and have elites in the troops slot! Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/358388-an-army-of-just-elites/#findComment-5387989 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Link2edition Posted September 13, 2019 Share Posted September 13, 2019 If you run 3 Vanguard detachments you will end up with 6CP total. But you will have so much firepower it may not matter.Objectives might hurt an all elite army depending on what units you pick. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/358388-an-army-of-just-elites/#findComment-5388240 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lord Kallozar Posted September 13, 2019 Author Share Posted September 13, 2019 It’s to run a pure LotD army. Paint an hq as LotD and try and find a chapter tactic that best matches LotD then just have a few squads of LotD. Perfect Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/358388-an-army-of-just-elites/#findComment-5388286 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zephaniah Adriyen Posted September 13, 2019 Share Posted September 13, 2019 It’s to run a pure LotD army. Paint an hq as LotD and try and find a chapter tactic that best matches LotD then just have a few squads of LotD. Perfect I don't think LotD get Chapter Tactics, but 'kay. I'd run a Chaplain for the HQ if I were you, but that's just me. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/358388-an-army-of-just-elites/#findComment-5388335 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kinstryfe Posted September 14, 2019 Share Posted September 14, 2019 Upgrade Primaris Intercessors to Veterans and have elites in the troops slot! Currently trying to figure out how to field a viable 1st company and you just solved it for me. Great idea. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/358388-an-army-of-just-elites/#findComment-5388461 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stickeh Posted September 14, 2019 Share Posted September 14, 2019 Upgrade Primaris Intercessors to Veterans and have elites in the troops slot!Currently trying to figure out how to field a viable 1st company and you just solved it for me. Great idea. Super hard is the answer, been trying all of 8th with mixed results. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/358388-an-army-of-just-elites/#findComment-5388588 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mel_danes Posted September 14, 2019 Share Posted September 14, 2019 It can be done easily, however winning will not be easy. Using only all elites compounds the negatives of low model count forces. They are still to fragile in a massed firepower game, and to few to take the losses. Even with our new boosts lack of CP will strangle any decisive action. For a fluffy, fun, list totally doable. Performance well, YMMV. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/358388-an-army-of-just-elites/#findComment-5388825 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Idaho Posted September 14, 2019 Share Posted September 14, 2019 Although it seems like the answer is to take Veteran Intercessors, that's 3 CPs minimum per Battalion so all you're getting over a Vanguard Detachment is 1 CP extra for the pleasure of expensive troops choices. It's not an answer that will be any more competitive than taking all Terminator squads in the first place. I think the best we can do is we could provide tactical and strategic support mind. Give the best position possible for a player taking an Elites only army. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/358388-an-army-of-just-elites/#findComment-5388830 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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