Here at Drawn Combat we have had an exclusive on some new Easterling models coming soon! No not this trash....
So, we have consulted our Palantirs (bribed the middle earth team), and have received counsel (a leaked copy of the new book) and are happy to reveal that not one, but TWO more heroes are headed to the Easterling faction!
So without further ado, we are happy to unveil the final two profiles for the Easterlings:
Easterling Rock-Looker – 30pts
M6" F3/4+ S3 D6 A1 W1 C3 M1 W1 F0
Wargear: Shield, Pike, Heavy Armour
Categories: Minor Hero, Easterling, Man
Once per turn, during its movement, the Easterling Rock-Looker may spend a point of will to examine a piece of terrain within 6" in line of sight.
Once the point of will has been spent, the Rock-Looker may make no further actions this turn. If the model is charged or moved outside of 6", the check is cancelled and the point of will is lost.
At the beginning of the following movement phase, roll a D6; on a roll of a 1-5, the Easterling Rock-Looker does not notice anything out of the ordinary and must then move up to 6" directly away from the piece of terrain, ending at least 6" away, and may not move again this turn.
On a roll of a 6, the object of terrain is revealed to be an elven cloak! Tricksy Hobbitses! The terrain piece is removed from the board for the remainder of the game. Place a Frodo and Sam model in the centre of the space where the terrain was. Any models occupying the terrain piece are placed on the board underneath, taking falling tests if necessary.
If this terrain counts for an objective, for example in the Fog of War scenario, neither side may score points for it.
Might and Will points may be used to influence this roll.
This roll may be attempted without spending a point of Will, if no will points are available. However, if the check is failed, the Rock-Looker must make a courage check. If this is failed, the Rock-Looker and, if present, the Rock-Looker's assistant are removed from the board as a casualty.
Easterling Rock-Looker's Assistant – 20pts
M6" F3/4+ S3 D6 A1 W1 C3 M0 W1 F0
Wargear: Shield, Pike, Heavy Armour
Categories: Minor Hero, Easterling, Man
If the Easterling Rock-Looker's Assistant is within 3" of the Easterling Rock-Looker when he looks at terrain, the Rock-Looker may reroll a result of a 1.
If the Rock-Looker fails his terrain check, the Rock-Looker's Assistant will make a full move away from the terrain in the same direction as the Rock-Looker.
If they are within 3", the Rock Looker may use the Rock Looker's Assistant’s Will points as if they were their own.
Incredible! Elven opponents hiding in the forest? Get rid of it! Archers hiding behind a wall? It’s gone! Enemy army occupying a castle? Not any more, hope they like fall damage! Unless, of course, you whiff your rock-checking roll…
Looking back, it was obvious that these two would be included eventually. In honesty, it’s amazing that these unforgettable characters weren’t included sooner. Their pivotal scene by the Black Gate is really one of the cornerstones of the movie trilogy, and it is hard to imagine that Peter Jackson’s films would have been so well received if it were not for the deep and complex characters of the Easterling Rook-Looker and Assistant. Their complicated, emotional dilemma really gets to the heart of what Lord of the Rings is all about, and I for one cannot wait to get them out on the tabletop to replay the drama of that scene.
Certainly, these new heroes look to bring some competitiveness and theme back to the Easterlings after what I’m sure we can all agree were the very meager and disappointing reveals of Brorgir, Rutabi and the Dragon Emperor. Thanks but no thanks GW – you can keep your Master of Battle and your incredibly nice battle palanquin models. If you need me, I’ll be over there checking rocks to see if there are hobbits underneath.
Happy April Fools, everybody!
Categories: Minor Hero, Easterling, Man
Once per turn, during its movement, the Easterling Rock-Looker may spend a point of will to examine a piece of terrain within 6" in line of sight.
Once the point of will has been spent, the Rock-Looker may make no further actions this turn. If the model is charged or moved outside of 6", the check is cancelled and the point of will is lost.
At the beginning of the following movement phase, roll a D6; on a roll of a 1-5, the Easterling Rock-Looker does not notice anything out of the ordinary and must then move up to 6" directly away from the piece of terrain, ending at least 6" away, and may not move again this turn.
On a roll of a 6, the object of terrain is revealed to be an elven cloak! Tricksy Hobbitses! The terrain piece is removed from the board for the remainder of the game. Place a Frodo and Sam model in the centre of the space where the terrain was. Any models occupying the terrain piece are placed on the board underneath, taking falling tests if necessary.
If this terrain counts for an objective, for example in the Fog of War scenario, neither side may score points for it.
Might and Will points may be used to influence this roll.
This roll may be attempted without spending a point of Will, if no will points are available. However, if the check is failed, the Rock-Looker must make a courage check. If this is failed, the Rock-Looker and, if present, the Rock-Looker's assistant are removed from the board as a casualty.
Easterling Rock-Looker's Assistant – 20pts
M6" F3/4+ S3 D6 A1 W1 C3 M0 W1 F0
Wargear: Shield, Pike, Heavy Armour
Categories: Minor Hero, Easterling, Man
If the Easterling Rock-Looker's Assistant is within 3" of the Easterling Rock-Looker when he looks at terrain, the Rock-Looker may reroll a result of a 1.
If the Rock-Looker fails his terrain check, the Rock-Looker's Assistant will make a full move away from the terrain in the same direction as the Rock-Looker.
If they are within 3", the Rock Looker may use the Rock Looker's Assistant’s Will points as if they were their own.
Incredible! Elven opponents hiding in the forest? Get rid of it! Archers hiding behind a wall? It’s gone! Enemy army occupying a castle? Not any more, hope they like fall damage! Unless, of course, you whiff your rock-checking roll…
Looking back, it was obvious that these two would be included eventually. In honesty, it’s amazing that these unforgettable characters weren’t included sooner. Their pivotal scene by the Black Gate is really one of the cornerstones of the movie trilogy, and it is hard to imagine that Peter Jackson’s films would have been so well received if it were not for the deep and complex characters of the Easterling Rook-Looker and Assistant. Their complicated, emotional dilemma really gets to the heart of what Lord of the Rings is all about, and I for one cannot wait to get them out on the tabletop to replay the drama of that scene.
Certainly, these new heroes look to bring some competitiveness and theme back to the Easterlings after what I’m sure we can all agree were the very meager and disappointing reveals of Brorgir, Rutabi and the Dragon Emperor. Thanks but no thanks GW – you can keep your Master of Battle and your incredibly nice battle palanquin models. If you need me, I’ll be over there checking rocks to see if there are hobbits underneath.
Happy April Fools, everybody!
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ReplyDeleteLol this was great! A+ post!
ReplyDeleteHehehe... I'll read it, but I'm wary. ;-)
ReplyDeleteJust an honest to goodness stats leak. Nothing to be wary of here :)
DeleteDidn't get to reading this yesterday - great pre-tournament prep! LOVE THE POST GUYS!!!
ReplyDeleteMay the Rock-Looker and his Assistant carry you to certain victory.
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