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i was just wondering if anyone had suggestions for a SM command squad, i am going to mostly be facing IG and about 3 lemon russ i know they are supposed to be allies but thats how its going to be i would really appreciate the help


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if my vets have melta guns can they still have a close combat weapon like a chainsword and get the plus 1 for having 2 weapons

Most will suggest not to use command squads due to the fact that they are more expensive than normal marines but do not have more resilience against power weapons. Also, a captain is required which may not be the best HQ choice.

The models in the command squad can replace either the chainsword or the bolt pistol for a meltagun - they keep the one they did not trade in.

My suggestion on a command squad is to try and keep it cheap - they are still going to die fast to any dedicated assault unit. Transports are good buys for Marines because they are relatively cheap - the % increase in cost is low for the increased mobility and survivability.

What about using Cato Sicarius as my captain, i kinda like the idea of making one of my tactical tank hunters. If i did use Sicarius would it be better just to have escort made up of Sternguard.

Command Squads are actually somewhat inefficient for Sicarius, as the Apothecary's FNP is wasted on him. The Sternguard escort seems cooler to me.

Well, a Cmd squad is generally too expensive for what it can achieve.
How about posting your army list?

i posted my army list i titled it My first SM army.

Dracos wrote:Most will suggest not to use command squads due to the fact that they are more expensive than normal marines but do not have more resilience against power weapons. Also, a captain is required which may not be the best HQ choice.

The models in the command squad can replace either the chainsword or the bolt pistol for a meltagun - they keep the one they did not trade in.

My suggestion on a command squad is to try and keep it cheap - they are still going to die fast to any dedicated assault unit. Transports are good buys for Marines because they are relatively cheap - the % increase in cost is low for the increased mobility and survivability.

Doesn`t the apothecerian give FNP, `cause that boosts survival chances

Low model count makes FNP meh.
And with weight of fire he can be assigned wounds.

In addition... I run 30 plague marines at 1675 and I feel it's fragile.
5/6 dudes with FNP is not something that impresses me defensively....3++ only interest me a little, but the cost makes it a turn-off a bit.