Wraith
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Gents, been playing the following list for many months now, been winning games consistently with it outside of getting alpha struck into oblivion by DE and bogged down by Deathwing.
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Wolf Lord (275)
Runic Armour
Wolf Tail Talisman
Wolf Tooth Necklace
Thunderwolf Mount
Storm Shield
Thunder Hammer
Saga of the Bear
Thunder Wolf Cavalry (275)
1x SS/TH
1x SS/MB
1x SS
Rune Priest (110)
Chooser of the Slain
Storm Caller
Living Lightning
Grey Hunters (200)
9x Dudes, MG, MotW, Wolf Standard, Rhino
Grey Hunters (215)
10 x Dudes, MG, PG (free), MotW, Wolf Standard, Rhino
Grey Hunters (155)
5x Dudes, MG, TLLC Razorback
Grey Hunters (160)
5x Dudes, PG, TLLC Razorback
Lone Wolf (85)
TDA, SS, CF
Lone Wolf (85)
TDA, SS , CF
Long Fangs (150)
Sgt, 4x ML, 1x PC
Long Fangs (150)
Sgt, 4x ML, 1x PC
Long Fangs (140)
Sgt, 5x ML
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So far it has treated me well. TLLC RBs w/ GHs sit on back objective(s) and plug away. Getting them shaken/stunned is w/e to me as they serve as a fire base bunker for my dudes. I am, however, not really feeling any love from one TLLC shot. Hitting? Easy. Doing damage? 35 points for that gun just isn't feeling it.
My Thunderlord is my choice, I like my deathstar. It absorbs fire power, sure, but the Lord alone is enough to cause massive damage to an enemy line. In every tournament he has been an all-star for me. He has earned full paint and glue rights (TCAV are magnetized, custom models made from White Lions).
Lone Wolves have been AMAZING for me. I can tell the skill level of my opponent as they shoot squad after squad after vehicle at the poor souls and they walk it off. They don't usually make up the killing power, but they contest objectives like nothing else and absorb firepower. While they can chase down a dread or MC, I find throwing towards soft, heavy shooting units makes the opponent focus even more firepower on them or divert their defensive assault units leaving the Thunderlord freedom to go S10 things to death.
I am thinking of an alternative list and wanted thoughts on how it might stack up:
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Wolf Lord (275)
Runic Armour
Wolf Tail Talisman
Wolf Tooth Necklace
Thunderwolf Mount
Storm Shield
Thunder Hammer
Saga of the Bear
Thunder Wolf Cavalry (190)
1x SS/TH
1x SS
Rune Priest (130)
Chooser of the Slain
Runic Armor
Storm Caller
Living Lightning
Grey Hunters (200)
9x Dudes, MG, MotW, Wolf Standard, Rhino
Grey Hunters (215)
10 x Dudes, MG, PG (free), MotW, Wolf Standard, Rhino
Grey Hunters (215)
10 x Dudes, MG, PG (free), MotW, Wolf Standard, Rhino
Lone Wolf (85)
TDA, SS, CF
Rifleman Dreadnought (125)
2x TLAC
Rifleman Dreadnought (125)
2x TLAC
Long Fangs (150)
Sgt, 4x ML, 1x PC
Long Fangs (150)
Sgt, 4x ML, 1x PC
Long Fangs (140)
Sgt, 5x ML
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I'm trading a Long Fang, the TLLC razorbacks, and a TCAV model for Two Rifleman Dreads. The thought is that I am not impressed with one S9 shot, more so that a lot of my scene is seeing Dark Eldar Venoms, Scarab Farms, and the usual Rhino rush. I have a solid chance of penning, but I feel that the FA12, TL 4x S7, AP4 shots will get me farther.
I keep one lone wolf as a tactical role determining whether I have to go to my opponent or they are coming for me. I intend to use him to protect my Dread from CC, however he may perform his usual role if I must go towards my opponent and/or objectives.
I lose 4 Troops down to 3, but keep the same amount of troop bodies. I trade MSU for more resilient troops that can effectively handle themselves better in CC (Wolf Standard, MotW,... love that combo!)
Long Fangs still present. I had a floating amount of points, so it was either give them a Lascannon or give my Rune Priest a 2+ armor. I find he bites it fast in CC (he shouldn't be there, I know), but a bit more beefiness versus the Eldar folks I see may help him keep his crap together longer.
So Dakka gents, which list do you see as more beneficial? I have a great track record with the former, but I am curious if I can improve my play with the latter.
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