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Might seem like a simple question, but the answer is being hotly debated in my gaming circle.

As listed in the 'Special Rules' subheading for independent characters:

When an Independent Character joins a unit, it might have different special rules from
those of the unit. Unless specified in the rule itself (as in the Stubborn special rule), the
unit’s special rules are not conferred upon the Independent Character, and the
Independent Character’s special rules are not conferred upon the unit. Special rules that
are conferred to the unit only apply for as long as the Independent Character is with
them.

Heroic intervention allows the VVs to *basically* have fleet when assaulting (re-roll one or two dice) as well as ignore the penalties for disorderly charges. The question is, if say, a Chapter Master joins the unit, do they still get to re-roll their charge range?

The initial answer feels like it *should* be yes, but RAW it seems like there is a solid argument for 'no'. Can any experienced rules people give their opinion here? Can anyone think of similar examples within the rules to use as precedents?


Automatically Appended Next Post:
For added clarity, the special rules entry for Heroic Intervention begins with "A unt with this special rule can re-roll... etc"

It depends on the rest of the rule, but if that is the only qualifier, than the IC is part of the unit and included in the rules that affect a unit.

In this case the rule only refers to "a unit with this special rule" and the bennefits effect the unit as a whole. Because the IC is a member of the unit he has joined he will receive the Bennett.

The rule you quoted is more for rules that affect individual models.

I swear to god this was a question as far back as 5th edition.

Edit: looking back, actually the 5th edition rule specified that Heroic Intervention did not work if an IC was attached. Never mind then!