How can a Dakkafex be?

[jonagorn]

I'm fairly new to Warhammer 40K but what I don't understand is, how a Carnifex can have 2 pairs of TL Devourers. Since the codex says "Replace any set of scything talons with... TL Devourers". Come to think of it, does it mean you can use that option twice?

[scorpio]

Yes it does. Seeing as you have 2 sets of scything talks, you can have 2 sets of twin-linked devourers!

[jonagorn]

Ahh right, thanks for clearing that up. Another question, I'm building a 600 point army, for a HQ choice, I'm either going for a Tyranid Prime or Tyrant. I'm not sure which one to use though because the Prime cost less but I haven't converted anything before and I'm playing the list in a few days.

[squash]

Most people just use a warrior and make him especially intimidating. If you're really uncomfortable converting, just give him those giant claws in the warrior pack, and sprinkle some rippers around his base.

[jonagorn]

Ok, I may as well have a go at converting, since I'll be saving close to 100 points.

[Lanesend]

Yeah, the Tyrant is very expensive for a 600 point game.

And converting isn't that difficult. Give the Prime some extra pointy bits, and make sure he is recognizable in a group of warriors (if you use those), and you're good to go.

[yoritomo]

Do yourself a favor. Go to eBay and search for out of print tyranid warrior. You should be able to pick one up for around 10 dollars. They're the same size as your warriors and different enough that they are easily recognized as primes.

[Lanesend]

Or see if you can get a 2nd edition Tyrant. That's what I use for my second prime. A bit more expensive probably then the old warriors, but a nice model.

[wisdomseyes1]

I currently use a D&D model for my tyranid prime. Haven't. Even to a tournament in a while do I don't know if they would actually allow it, but since thee is no model for a prime and it looks cool, I use it anyway.

And your not just saving 100 points. The what are basically required upgrades on a Tyrant make for a lot more at higher point games (at 600 you could get away with not putting anything on it, but hit 1k points and we have issues if it doesn't have a shell and/or guard or wings. And likely dual devourers or devourers and lw/bs (to allow psychic powers in the shooting phase)