What else do the Kroot offer at the moment? Ork Hybrid: The unit gains +1 T. Cost: +2 Points/Model for single-wound models, +5 points for models with more than 1 wound. The process is not an exact science and there are many examples where it has gone awry, leaving some trapped in evolutionary cul-de-sacs, the Krootox and Kroot Hounds being the most visible evidence of this. Fighting Stave Range S +1 AP 5 Type Melee, Two-handed, Troops: Infantry Squad Options: If youve read my last few articles, youll know that I really value a quick unit on the tabletop. Vehicle units must move towards the nearest friendly table edge and leave the battle as soon as possible. [Needs Citation]. Can we get rid of the 6+ save? Replace Kroot rifle with one of the following: Storm bolter for +5 points, Flamer for +6 points, Meltagun for +13 points or Plasma gun for +15 points. Now lets actually give them some kick in close combat. Fast Attack:Vulture Kindred,Rough Riders,Stormboyz,Reavers,Gun Drone Squadron,Loxatl Thats not too bad. Combined with a Toughness of 3, these supposedly deadly mercenaries will die to a stiff breeze. } The Kroot are renowned as mercenaries, and despite being mistrusted by most in the Imperium are very faithful to their contractors. Moreover, the stratagems dont change the core problems of these models. Heres a strange thing about the Shaper: it takes up an Elite slot. You need to forward this article onto GW in hopes that they take a hint! (function() { x]KA?K-81--H/ B~&-D6w9? iamthecougar, FlingitNow, Oliva, Mordheimer, oliva. However, their problems go beyond simply the defensive. forms: { Kroot Mercenaries 7th Edition CODEX . If anyone decides to collect an army of mercenaries, please send us a pic as we reckon such an army would look awesome, provided that they all share some sort of marking to show that they are on the same side. The Kroot originated on the world of Pech and, though their physiology is humanoid, there is evidence to suggest that the roots of their evolution may be avian in origin. The most apparent benefits are that this sweat appears to be heat-retardant to a degree, has antibiotic properties and can cause a poorly-aimed blow to slide clear. And this does give me a little bit of hope for the Kroot as a whole and, indeed, for the Tau faction as a whole. When we have factions on consist on 1 unit(Custodes/SoS) I don't see why a revival of Kroot Mercenaries is impossible. endobj What changes could we make this unit in order to make it viable choice in a Tau army? This may also be some form of control that extends to lower life forms such as birds and animals, as there is evidence to suggest that the Kroot employ empathic pheromones to prevent such creatures from being startled by them and giving away their position in battle. Same as Kaptin Badrukk in the Ork Codex. This article skipped straight over the stratagems but there are a couple of good ones now, especially when applied to a unit of Krootox. What makes the all Kroot army a possibility is that in the new Codex Kroot Shapers are now HQ options. Swift muscle contractions create a whiplash effect, allowing the Kroot to deliver powerful blows with great rapidity. } Again, you can see why this range of models desperately needs a refresh. Codex: Kroot Mercenaries - Index of. [5], The Silver Skulls recognised that Kroot with psychic potential posed a grave threat to the Imperium and recommended the planet where they were encountered on be cleansed. Same as in the Astra Militarum Codex, Fast Attack: Stormboyz document are the property of their respective owners. Unfortunately, the three units that I mention above offer Tau players little incentive to take them on the tabletop. Kroot evolution depends on their absorbing the _Kroot home world of Pech, they bring genetic traits of other races, selectively with them a wealth of new traits to be Senior Shapers form councils, whose {inheriting tbe most desirable. Same as in the Orks Codex, Troops: Rangers 4 0 obj [Needs Citation], This eating of their foes ties in with the religious beliefs of the Kroot: they believe that when a warrior of any race dies, his warrior spirit should be kept, and the only way to do this is by eating his flesh. Same as in the Eldar Codex, Troops: Kabalite Warriors Cost: +1 Point/Model The Krootox Rider mitigates this somewhat with respectable Toughness and Wounds values, but it still wont stand up to any degree of concentrated firepower. I know that this article has been something of a downer. Even Lasguns will make short work of them if they come under fire, and their low morale also means that they are likely to take a lot of extra casualties even when the unit isnt wiped out. Codex: Kroot Mercenaries 7 Bold By concentrating on hunting prey known for its courageous-ness, all models in the unit add +1 to their Leadership charac-teristic, up to a maximum of 10. They used to have an entire armylist back in 4th Edition and had a pretty solid range of ForgeWorld minis that hit the scene with The Taros Campaign book back in 2005. endobj The Kroot favour primitive garb: harnesses worked from the hides of animals and adorned with bones, handcrafted amulets and circlets. Most notable amongst this first wave of recruits were the Kroot: mercenaries and expert hunters specialising in diversifying their genetic makeup. % Fast Attack: Rough Riders Weapon skill 3+ and ballistic skill 4+ are likewise acceptable, but not particularly impressive. forms: { [14] Union with the Tau KROOT MERCENARIESWritten by Stuart Mackaness Layout and Support by Andrew Fish This is not an official codex. Their Warspheres plying the spacelanes looking for a good fight and anyone who has hard cash to pay. There are, moreover, a handful more Kroot options from Forge World, but Ill just stick to the standard codex units for now. Colonel Konstantin Griffin and Commissar Eigerman quickly recovered and held the Imperial line long enough to fight clear of the trap. Email address: Your email address will not be published. (LogOut/ } Change), You are commenting using your Twitter account. The 12 move characteristic is decent. Lets take this theme and run with it. [Needs Citation], However the strangest quirk of Kroot digestion is their ability to extract potentially useful strands of their food's DNA. The Shaper may take melta bombs for +5 points. They are the nearest thing the Tau codex gets to a counter-charge unit. HQ: Corsair Prince The Freebooter Kaptin may replace his choppa with a big choppa for +5 points or a power klaw for +20 points. It appears that the larger, frontal hemisphere controls the functions of logic, reasoning and memory while the rear, less developed hemisphere is more attuned to imagination and creativity. At the very least, this model has a more interesting stat-line: with Strength 6, Toughness 5, and 4 Wounds, theres something going on here. Same as in the Orks Codex. (LogOut/ Their psychic disguise was only ruptured when their cerebral connection was broken, such as when their head was severed, after which they would revert back to their true Kroot form. This message was edited 15 times. The column's forward scouts were eliminated by Kroot Carnivores before they could get a warning off to the regiment following behind. Surprise was complete and scores were killed in the opening moments of the ambush. It will be a glorious day when this army list (and the, Is it the intent that booby traps be placed in the enemy deployment zone? Im sure one of the most technologically advanced factions in the galaxy can come up with some shiny new armor for their favorite buddies. Genestealers and Broodlords/Patriarch can be mixed to show how far the Kroot are along. The main attraction of 40k is the miniatures, but there are also many video games, board games, books, ect. Theyre even less durable than Pathfinders, which really takes some doing. [Needs Citation], A unique feature of the Kroot is that they evolve by absorbing the traits of other species, a process accomplished by eating their flesh. These Krootox are now much larger and stronger, but became lumbering creatures, more akin to forest-dwelling herbivores than their smaller, more intelligent kin. Elites: Knarloc Rider Herd Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. 43 7 : Inquisitor Rulebook , pg. Same as the unit from the Infantry Platoon in the Astra Militarum Codex, Elites: Kommandos Fast Reflexes: The unit gains +1 I. If Commander Farsight is included then Pathfinder Teams may be changed to Fast Attack choices, XV88 Broadside Battlesuit Teams may be changed to Heavy Support choicesand Hammerhead Gunships can be taken as Heavy Support choices. <> I argued that, while this unit isnt great, it does have some use in 9th edition. Expanding the ways of playing Warhammer 40,000. If no wings are taken, may purchase up to 10 kroot hounds for 5 pts/model. Losing the ability to trigger For the Greater Good would have been bad enough but a 50% points increase crippled them beyond any use. And what about the Kroot Hounds? A Kroot Carnivore squad cannot select any options. If Kaptin Badrukk is included then Warbikers may be changed to Fast Attack choices, Lootas may be changed to Heavy Support choices and Looted Tanks can be taken as Heavy Support choices. From then on the column was continually harried by the Kroot, until Colonel Griffin linked up with the Space Marines of the Scythes of the Emperor. Please visit my blog at: houserulesemporium.blogspot.com for discussions and links. While the contract with the Tau is supposed to be an exclusive one, the Kroot regularly send out their Warspheres to continue their mercenary trade amongst the wider cosmos. In shooting it is exactly like a Boltgun; in melee it adds +1Str but confers no other benefits. Depending on the feeding directions of the Kroot Shapers, the colouration of each kindred can vary quite considerably. Nocturnal: The unit gains the Night Vision ability. Theres a lot of scope to do some interesting, creative things with the Kroot and, for that matter, the Vespid and I think that a refresh of the auxiliaries range will be popular with fans of the Tau, meaning that there is a financial incentive for GW to bring some new ideas to the range. 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