As frequent readers of this website will know, I frequently tweak my lists for competitiveness. I'm always trying to find that niche that allows us the best chances to win, and I will do quite a bit of play-testing to figure out if its any good or not.
Well, accidently inspired by Redfinger on B&C, I've taken a list he built and turned it into one that I believe is more optimized for competitive play. Of course, this is all on paper and based on my experiences with the Black Templar, it still needs play-testing to tweak it if needed. Anyway, feel free to check the list out under the cut.
Well, accidently inspired by Redfinger on B&C, I've taken a list he built and turned it into one that I believe is more optimized for competitive play. Of course, this is all on paper and based on my experiences with the Black Templar, it still needs play-testing to tweak it if needed. Anyway, feel free to check the list out under the cut.
The list is as follows:
HQ:
* Emperor's Champion w/ Black Sword, Bolt Pistol, Armor of Faith, Frag Grenades, and the Vow: "Accept Any Challenge, No Matter the Odds" [140]
Elites:
* 5 Assault Terminators w/ 3 pairs Lightning Claws, 2 Thunder Hammers and Storm Shields & Furious Charge. Mounted in Land Raider Crusader w/ Multi-Melta, Smoke Launchers, Blessed Hull, & Extra Armor. [508]
Troops:
* Crusader Squad: 7 Initiates w/ 5 Bolt Pistols and Close Combat Weapons, 1 Meltagun & 1 Bolt Pistol and Power Sword; 2 Neophytes w/ 2 Bolt Pistols and Close Combat Weapons. Mounted in a Rhino w/ Smoke Launchers & Extra Armor. [210]
* Crusader Squad: 8 Initiates w/ 6 Bolt Pistols and Close Combat Weapons, 1 Meltagun & 1 Bolt Pistol and Power Sword; 2 Neophytes w/ 2 Bolt Pistols and Close Combat Weapons. Mounted in a Rhino w/ Smoke Launchers & Extra Armor. [226]
* Crusader Squad: 5 Initiates w/ 3 Bolt Pistols and Close Combat Weapons, 1 Flamer & 1 Lascannon. Mounted in a Razorback w/ Twin-Linked Lascannons. [191]
* Crusader Squad: 5 Initiates w/ 3 Bolt Pistols and Close Combat Weapons, 1 Flamer & 1 Lascannon. Mounted in a Razorback w/ Twin-Linked Lascannons. [191]
Fast Attack:
* Land Speeder: Multi-melta and Heavy Flamer. [75]
* Land Speeder: Multi-melta and Heavy Flamer. [75]
Heavy Support:
* Predator Destructor w/ Autocannon, Lascannon Side Sponsons, and Smoke Launchers. [128]
* Predator Destructor w/ Autocannon, Lascannon Side Sponsons, and Smoke Launchers. [128]
* Predator Destructor w/ Autocannon, Lascannon Side Sponsons, and Smoke Launchers. [128]
Total Points: [2000]
Ideally, the list will work like this. With the Predators and Lazorback Crusader squads who will be sitting in your deployment zone (on your objective), you'll punch holes into the enemy's transports, forcing them to walk. If the opportunity presents itself, their firepower will also be targeted. Depending on the circumstances, the land speeders will follow up behind (might have to DS in if there is a lot AT out there) the Rhinos to gain cover.
The LRC will take the lead and either maneuver to a flank while the rhinos head out to the other flank, or they will drive straight forward to the most tactically sound target. Or they might not do this at all, depending on the situation and the opponent. These guys will provide a legit close combat threat to my opponent, while also fielding decent amounts of long range fire. There is enough CC and flamer action to deal with mobs. Between the lazorbacks/crusaders, predators, Land Speeders, and various other melta in the list, taking care of your opponent's vehicles should be no problem.
So feel free to play-test this list with me. I'm going to try and take it down to my FLGS tomorrow to see if I can pick up a game. Otherwise, I'll have to wait until Monday night when my club gets together. Have fun! :D
HQ:
* Emperor's Champion w/ Black Sword, Bolt Pistol, Armor of Faith, Frag Grenades, and the Vow: "Accept Any Challenge, No Matter the Odds" [140]
Elites:
* 5 Assault Terminators w/ 3 pairs Lightning Claws, 2 Thunder Hammers and Storm Shields & Furious Charge. Mounted in Land Raider Crusader w/ Multi-Melta, Smoke Launchers, Blessed Hull, & Extra Armor. [508]
Troops:
* Crusader Squad: 7 Initiates w/ 5 Bolt Pistols and Close Combat Weapons, 1 Meltagun & 1 Bolt Pistol and Power Sword; 2 Neophytes w/ 2 Bolt Pistols and Close Combat Weapons. Mounted in a Rhino w/ Smoke Launchers & Extra Armor. [210]
* Crusader Squad: 8 Initiates w/ 6 Bolt Pistols and Close Combat Weapons, 1 Meltagun & 1 Bolt Pistol and Power Sword; 2 Neophytes w/ 2 Bolt Pistols and Close Combat Weapons. Mounted in a Rhino w/ Smoke Launchers & Extra Armor. [226]
* Crusader Squad: 5 Initiates w/ 3 Bolt Pistols and Close Combat Weapons, 1 Flamer & 1 Lascannon. Mounted in a Razorback w/ Twin-Linked Lascannons. [191]
* Crusader Squad: 5 Initiates w/ 3 Bolt Pistols and Close Combat Weapons, 1 Flamer & 1 Lascannon. Mounted in a Razorback w/ Twin-Linked Lascannons. [191]
Fast Attack:
* Land Speeder: Multi-melta and Heavy Flamer. [75]
* Land Speeder: Multi-melta and Heavy Flamer. [75]
Heavy Support:
* Predator Destructor w/ Autocannon, Lascannon Side Sponsons, and Smoke Launchers. [128]
* Predator Destructor w/ Autocannon, Lascannon Side Sponsons, and Smoke Launchers. [128]
* Predator Destructor w/ Autocannon, Lascannon Side Sponsons, and Smoke Launchers. [128]
Total Points: [2000]
Ideally, the list will work like this. With the Predators and Lazorback Crusader squads who will be sitting in your deployment zone (on your objective), you'll punch holes into the enemy's transports, forcing them to walk. If the opportunity presents itself, their firepower will also be targeted. Depending on the circumstances, the land speeders will follow up behind (might have to DS in if there is a lot AT out there) the Rhinos to gain cover.
The LRC will take the lead and either maneuver to a flank while the rhinos head out to the other flank, or they will drive straight forward to the most tactically sound target. Or they might not do this at all, depending on the situation and the opponent. These guys will provide a legit close combat threat to my opponent, while also fielding decent amounts of long range fire. There is enough CC and flamer action to deal with mobs. Between the lazorbacks/crusaders, predators, Land Speeders, and various other melta in the list, taking care of your opponent's vehicles should be no problem.
So feel free to play-test this list with me. I'm going to try and take it down to my FLGS tomorrow to see if I can pick up a game. Otherwise, I'll have to wait until Monday night when my club gets together. Have fun! :D
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