35p pStryker. Need feedback.

[yuishichan]

Hello all. This is the first list that I am posting here. I would like to say that I am a bit new in regards to Warmachine/Hordes. I have plenty of models but I'm no good at tactics. I mostly play against Khador and Skorne and quite honestly I am tired of getting my face punched in every time. Anyway here goes:

pStryker (+6)
-Stormclad (-10)
-Lancer (-6)

Stormblades (-5)
-Stormblade UA (-3)

Arcane Tempest Gun Mages (-6)
-ATGM UA (-2)
-Defender (-9)

I decided to go back to Stryker after messing around with other casters (mainly p/e Nemo) because I would like to just go back to the basics. He seems like a good place to start. I have done a bit of reading and have heard the ATGM UA with a Defender is pretty good. Not to mention I haven't tried them out yet. My usual opponents are pretty scared of Stormblades so I figured why not include them and a Stormclad for a bit of intimidation. I do admit I feel a bit naked without a JMW or a Squire though. Should I seriously include one of them? Or is the list fine as is? Any feedback is appreciated. Thanks!

[JohnOSpencer]

If you really want a Squire or Jr, I would drop the Defender for a Hunter and just add them (and a Stormsmith or Stormgunner if Squire)

I like the list, it has the basics to deal with most threats.

[Xavier319]

Looks good! Stormclads are scary and hurt my face most of the time. ^_~

[Aeroplane]

Here is a question to the peanut gallery -- In the original poster's list, what, in your opinion would be more worthwhile... Dropping the Stormblade UA and buying a Squire, or keeping the original list unchanged?

I'm curious.

[bStyker]

Stormclad is great, but so is Rowdy. Personally, I'd switch the two (it's not like you'll be getting more focus out of keeping the Stormclad, as Rowdy runs/charges for free.) Then, I'd most likely debate the need for a Lancer. They're good, don't get me wrong, and I like arc'ing EQ... but that's 6 points... with the 1 you'd save from switching to Rowdy, you can have 7 points... which could get you your JWC, Squire, and Arlan.

Squire = Nice for CTRL & more focus.
JWC = AS on Rowdy the whole fight. Fully boosted Hand-cannon otherwise.
Arlan = Power Booster on the Defender, who can then use fully boosted shots for potentially 4d6 + 15 POW.

or Lancer.

Hmmm... it's a tough call...

Best,

[yuishichan]

Thanks guys! I tested out the original list. I really like the gun mages, the perfect answer for fighting off light infantry. It was still pretty odd not having Jr or Squire. bStyker puts up a pretty good argument though. I will just have to try it out!