1k synaptic nexus

[ausnid]

So, I’m pretty settled on 80% of a comp synaptic nexus 1k list, with rule of 2 applying. Would like the hives advice on remaining points - main options I am considering are:
1) another malaceptor - difficult to go wrong with another chonky, efficient monster with the synapse keyword
2) old one eye + change (pyro, maybe rippers). Gives me a legit combat beatstick with a bit of survivability
3) screamer killer + change, more elite killing oomph in combat and the opportunity to force more battleshock tests - I think they may have a spot in 2k but not sure here…

I tend to prefer tactical objectives. Of course, if there’s some other option people think is worth exploring, I’d love to hear it!

Thanks in advance.


++ Army Roster (Xenos - Tyranids) [955pts] ++

+ Configuration +

Battle Size: 1. Incursion (1000 Point limit)

Detachment: Synaptic Nexus

Show/Hide Options: Legends are visible, Unaligned Forces are visible, Unaligned Fortifications are visible

+ Epic Hero +

Deathleaper [80pts]

+ Character +

Neurotyrant [115pts]: Power of the Hive Mind

+ Battleline +

Gargoyles [80pts]
. 10x Gargoyles: 10x Blinding Venom, 10x Fleshborer

Gargoyles [80pts]
. 10x Gargoyles: 10x Blinding Venom, 10x Fleshborer

+ Infantry +

Biovores [75pts]: Biovore

Neurolictor [80pts]

+ Monster +

Exocrine [135pts]

Maleceptor [170pts]

++ Total: [810 points] ++

[piersonsmuppet]

List? A little difficult to make a proper recommendation without seeing what else is already in.

[ausnid]

Feb 10, 2024 15:27:09 GMT piersonsmuppet said:

List? A little difficult to make a proper recommendation without seeing what else is already in.

Lol, yeah that would help sorry, fixed it now

[piersonsmuppet]

I think you need some punch, so OOE or the SK. With only 2 synapse units, I think the benefit of the SK forcing BS tests for MWs isn’t really there at 1k pts. I think you’ve got 3 options:

OOE + Pyro
OOE + 2x Ripper
OOE + 2x Lictors (have to drop DL)

I think option #3 is the best with how open 1k pts games are. Option 1 or 2 depends on if you go tactical or fixed (rippers for fixed). The first option you can also drop DL for a Lictor and a second Pyro, which could be better than #3 overall.

[ausnid]

Cheers, though now I’m wondering if it’s actually worth it going for synaptic nexus with only two synapse creatures. I was envisioning giving OoE armour of contempt but realised that won’t work as he’s not synapse. Reroll ones is nice but then I have keep him within 6 inches of the mal.

Maybe invasion is a better option? I lose the neurotyrant good flamer, but ability to give mal and exo a 5++, and heal the gargs may be better? The hive fleet adaptation on balance is maybe more generally useful than the imperatives. I find some of the skewer detachments for nids are less effective at lower points values…

[piersonsmuppet]

invasion fleet is never a bad option, your lack of synapse does make using Nexus rules a bit tricky. I think bubbling isn’t very good for 1k games, so the switch could work well.