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Where is the rule stating Stormvermin with shields cannot use them to take a parry save like other models equipped with shields?

Pg 89 of the BRB

Read the paragraph Close Combat Weapons

"If a model carries a special close combat weapon, he must fight with it in the Close Combat phase..."

The stormvermin MUST use the Halberds. Rules for Halberds are on page 90 "Requires two hands"

You can't use a shield while also using a Halberd.

Not only does he not get a parry save (as he does not have hand weapon + shield) he does not get his shield bonus in close combat.

**Edited for spelling

How the heck...did I miss that...ARGH I was staring right at it. I hate being a noob

Its a big rulebook. Don't sweat it.

Thats what part of this site is for. Helpin out other hobbyists and gamers.

They would get a shield save though vs missile attacks right?

Yes. Only in the close combat phase must the Stormvermin fight with the Halberd.

They would get the shield save vs. missile fire.