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Just need a some help with the rules for flank charges I understand that you need atleast 1 rank behind the first to claim the +1 combat res. But to "disrupt" the unit and remove its rank bonus do you need to have more ranks then the unit or just 1 rank behind the first?

Also when counting ranks for steadfast Is it all every rank behind the first or just every combat res rank ie capped at +3

To disrupt, you need two ranks. Not two bonus ranks, two ranks. Using infantry as an example, you need the first rank of at least 5 models, then a second rank of at least 5 models. This will remove the extra rank bonus of the enemy unit when you hit them in the flank or rear.

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The above would be enough to disrupt and remove any rank bonus the enemy might have when in the flank or rear.

For steadfast, you count all of the ranks of at least 5 (continuing to use infantry), and must equal or beat the enemy unit's number of ranks.

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The above would be three ranks for steadfast purposes.

thanks for the quick and concise reply =)

Yes, nice work Davall. Model response for YMDC!

Just to be clear, you don't even need 1 rank to get the +1 bonus for charging the flank, you just need to be in the flank. Likewise for the rear.

Ranks only matter for disruption and removing steadfast as Davall so nicely cleared up. Just being on the flank or rear is enough for the bonus.

thanking you sir =)