First 6th List - 1750

[acmemyst]

Hey guys, sup?

Even though I haven't bought the the new rulebook yet, I'm sort of considering getting back into 40K with the new edition. I haven't played in years, but I'm getting excited again. Having played Nidzilla during 4th, I'm trying to come up with a list that won't force me to invest a crapload of money into new models. Anyway, here's what I've come up with. I probably won't be competing in any real tournaments, but I'm wondering how viable you'd think something like the below list would be for semi-competitive play.

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HQ (365)
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Flyrant 260
2xTL Dev
Wings

Tyranid Prime 105
BS/LW
Devourer
Regeneration

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Elites (380)
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3 Hive Guard 150

10 Ymargl Genestealers 230

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Troops (355)
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10 Termagants 50

4 Warriors 140
Scytals
Deathspitter

Tervigon 165
Scytals

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Heavy Support (650)
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Ninjafex 220
AG
TS
Spore Pod

2xDevilfex 430
Regeneration


Which resolves to 1750 points, right on the nose. Some thoughts on this:

- Flyrant and Tervigon both take Biomancy over their default powers.

- Tyranid Prime joins the Devilfexen to make a regenerating Deathstar unit (Undeathstar?). The idea is to put the Prime up front, then play tricks with LO,S and Regen to ensure the unit stays on the table. This idea was inspired by some posts I've read here, so I don't want to claim originality for it. It sounded awesome though. Lashwhips to discourage charging into the unit (especially with Prime standing up front), and ensure Fexen get their attacks in if they do get charged.

- Warriors provide back/mid-field synapse for Hive Guard, and sit on an objective.

- Ninjafex gets dropped behind enemy lines and is hopefully left outside of synapse to encourage Raging. This is intended to provide an Oh-(please do not swear) distraction from the rest of the force. I'm considering dropping the TS or AG for a gun on the Pod.

- Ymargl's go Dormant, obviously.

- Deathstar and Tervigon advance up the board, shielded by initial and spawned Termagants.

- Flyrant provides mobile support where needed. It also probably won't Deepstrike to encourage target saturation on the initial board.

- I sort of want Hive Commander on my Flyrant to ensure Ymargls and Ninjafex come in early.

So, yeah. Thoughts and C&C are very much welcomed. Also, in case I've overlooked something important that allows me to not do certain things, I'd be glad if it were to be pointed out to me.

[hivedevastation]

I am not a competetive player myself, however I have played a game with my sons using 6th edition. Here are some things I think might help you with your swarm.

First, the new rules favor shooter armies. Therefore I re-tooled my 24 termagants to carry devourers. Yes it doubles their point cost. However rolling 72 dice will make an opponent think twice about our gants!

Second, your choice of a Tervigon is right on! The more termi's one can field will help (especially as they are free troops).

Third, beware of the new outflank rule! In 6th edition units that use the outflank rule can not assault on the turn they arrive from reserve. It is the same for deep striking units. You can shoot and that is all. This makes deep srikes and outflanking a precarious tactic, as your opponent will get a turn to deal with the menace.

Fourth, I might suggest taking Zoenthropes and give them the new psyhic powers. Leave the Tervigon with its standard powers. Onslaught and Catalyst are good for any unit. I used it on my hormogaunts to great effect against my son's Necrons.

These are my observations and opinions of the use of Tyranids using 6th edition. Granted I have played only one game with the new ruleset. I myself would welcome any constructive advice from players who have played several games using 6th edition.

May the Hive Mind guide us.

[hivedevastation]

I am not a competetive player myself, however I have played a game with my sons using 6th edition. Here are some things I think might help you with your swarm.

First, the new rules favor shooter armies. Therefore I re-tooled my 24 termagants to carry devourers. Yes it doubles their point cost. However rolling 72 dice will make an opponent think twice about our gants!

Second, your choice of a Tervigon is right on! The more termi's one can field will help (especially as they are free troops).

Third, beware of the new outflank rule! In 6th edition units that use the outflank rule can not assault on the turn they arrive from reserve. It is the same for deep striking units. You can shoot and that is all. This makes deep srikes and outflanking a precarious tactic, as your opponent will get a turn to deal with the menace.

Fourth, I might suggest taking Zoenthropes and give them the new psyhic powers. Leave the Tervigon with its standard powers. Onslaught and Catalyst are good for any unit. I used it on my hormogaunts to great effect against my son's Necrons.

These are my observations and opinions of the use of Tyranids using 6th edition. Granted I have played only one game with the new ruleset. I myself would welcome any constructive advice from players who have played several games using 6th edition.

May the Hive Mind guide us.