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Our local group has a player who has just picked up Eldar and we are planning a 500 pt game as an introduction.
I have never played Eldar before.

What general list themes should I expect considering the low point count?

How effective can the Physic phase be with the limited point count?

The Psy phase is limited by the fewer amount of warlocks that can be taken to bring in more powers.

What models does this player have?

Honestly, I do not know.
I only understand that he is just starting the army so likely troops and HQ.
Maybe a wave serpent which I assume can be gotten at 500 pts.

Assuming he has the Battleforce and a HQ unit, a list would go somewhat like this:

HQ: Farseer - no upgrades - 100pts

Troops: Guardians - free missile launcher platform - 90pts

Troops: Dire Avengers - Exarch with Power Weapon and Shimmer Shield - 95 pts

Transport: Wave Serpent - Shuriken Cannon - Twin Linked Missile Launcher - 135 pts

Fast Attack: Vyper - Shuriken Cannon - Missile Launcher - 65pts

Total 485 points.

Feel free to exchange the Missile Launchers for any weapon of choice, I chose them because they are flexible.