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    Default 35 pt Magnus lists. Thoughts?

    Wanted to get opinions on these 2 lists:

    Mercenary Theme Force
    Tier 4: Most Wanted
    34+6 points, 20 models

    Magnus the Traitor +6 points
    * Mangler 8 points
    * Mule 8 points
    * 2x Renegade 5 points each

    Gorman Di Wulfe, Rogue Alchemist 2 points
    Kell Bailoch 2 points
    Orin Midwinter, Rogue Inquisitor 2 points
    6 Steelhead Halberdiers 4 points
    6 Steelhead Halberdiers 4 points

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    Mercenary Theme Force
    Tier 4: Most Wanted
    34+6 points, 21 models

    Magnus the Traitor +6 points
    * Mangler 8 points
    * Nomad 6 points
    * 2x Renegade 5 points each

    Gorman Di Wulfe, Rogue Alchemist 2 points
    Kell Bailoch 2 points
    Orin Midwinter, Rogue Inquisitor 2 points
    Saxon Orrik 2 points
    6 Steelhead Halberdiers 4 points
    6 Steelhead Halberdiers 4 points

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    Destroyer of Worlds Mael's Avatar
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    I like it. I'm more partial to taking Orin over Kell for his pathfinder in this scenario, but both could work. Have you thought about upgrading one of the units to Riflemen? You have one point kicking around in both lists, and the Riflemen still get the extra move bonus.
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    I have, but I don't own them yet.

    Probably my next purchase - them and Stannis =)

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    Considering swapping out two of the solos for Stannis?

    Having a difficult time picking...

    Thoughts?

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    I wouldn't. You don't have enough steelheads to need his tactician ability, and without that he doesn't bring enough to be worth losing the utility of two of your solos.
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    I would like the Nomad over the Mule for pMags.
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    Has evolved to this:

    Mercenary Theme Force
    Tier 4: Most Wanted
    35+6 points, 21 models

    Magnus the Traitor +6 points
    * Mangler 8 points
    * Nomad 6 points
    * 2x Renegade 5 points each

    Gorman Di Wulfe, Rogue Alchemist 2 points
    Kell Bailoch 2 points
    Orin Midwinter, Rogue Inquisitor 2 points
    Saxon Orrik 2 points
    6 Steelhead Halberdiers 4 points
    6 Steelhead Riflemen 5 points

    Seems balanced to me

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    Uh... is there any particular reason why you don't want to be using Halberdiers + min Cavalry instead of Halbs/Halbs or Halbs/Rifles?

    Nomad is alright with Magnus as the second heavy but the Mule is lovely too.

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    I don't own the cavalry

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    Quote Originally Posted by vytzka View Post
    Uh... is there any particular reason why you don't want to be using Halberdiers + min Cavalry instead of Halbs/Halbs or Halbs/Rifles?

    Nomad is alright with Magnus as the second heavy but the Mule is lovely too.
    I just bought the Cavalry and will be running them.

    Maybe something like this.

    Magnus the Traitor +6 points
    * Mangler 8 points
    * Mule 8 points
    * 2x Renegade 5 points each

    6 Steelhead Halberdiers 4 points
    3 Steelhead Heavy Cavalry 6 points
    6 Steelhead Riflemen 5 points

    Have also considered full Halbs, dropping the riflemen and adding Stannis.

    Having a real tough time coming up with a list.

    This is for a tourney

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    Minimum Halberdiers die REALLY quickly so a full unit is recommended.

    Also consider adding Saxon for Pathfinder.

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    Quote Originally Posted by vytzka View Post
    Minimum Halberdiers die REALLY quickly so a full unit is recommended.

    Also consider adding Saxon for Pathfinder.
    With this logic I would actually drop the Mule in favor of Saxon and a second unit of halberdiers. With the remaining 2 points I would max one of the units or get Gorman.
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    Whats thoughts on swapping Mule for Mariner.

    In my experience Mule has been more of a deterrent rather than inflicting any damage.

    Thinking Mariner would be better for possible caster kill?

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    the mariner certainly would have impressive range with snipe, but you loose arcing fire which is great for caster kills. Honestly, with 2 renegades, i think he has the ranged assassination threat comfortably filled.
    Freebooter VS Nomad
    This is assuming charging, and against a knocked down target with armor 20 (average d6 roll is a 3.5)
    Freebooter: 14+14=28 14+10.5=25 for a total damage of 13
    Nomad : 17+10.5=28 14+7=21 for a total damage of 9

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