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I agree that rhinos are dissapointingly prone to exploding, but for 35 pts they really are a must have for me, even if just to block line of sight for a turn. Can make the difference between your squad escaping with a relic or getting shot up. As for pods, i like them for dropping sternguard or dreads on a vulnerable flank, good to cause the enemy to split his focus for a couple of turns.

I have found sacrificial pod units to be a bigger liability than help. It makes it easier for your opponent to engage your list in piecemeal.