Fighting 6th in the assault phase, Nids 2k

[rbacus]

So I had a few goals when it came to designing this army list..

1) Unique. If someone wants a list with 2 Dakka-Flyrants and 3 Tervigons, then awesome. Its a very sound list and, from what I hear, pretty good at winning. However, I'd prefer not to play against my exact same army list at a tournament.

2) Winning. Who plays to lose, right? I don't want to have the same "tried and true" list as everyone else, but I'd still like a fighting chance in a competitive environment.

3) Fun. Obviously.. I like to feature some of those less used units and models. Like the Deathleaper for example.

4) Theme. I want a large portion of my army to be dedicated to assault. And purposefully skip over seemingly "obvious" shooting choices, like hive guard and zoantropes.

So, here it is:

HQ
SwarmLord
1 Guard w/ Lashwhip:.........................345

ELITES
DeathLeaper:......................................140

5 Yealers:............................................115

TROOPS
5 Genestealers w/..............................156
Toxin Sacs
Scything Talons
Broodlord w/
Implant Attack

22 Hormies w/....................................176
Toxin Sacs

20 Termies w/.....................................240
Devourers
Mycetic Spore

Tervigon w/.........................................255
Crushing Claws
Toxin Sacs
Catalyst
Onslaught
Regen

HEAVY SUPPORT
Trygon w/...........................................240
Toxin Sacs
Regeneration

Carnifex w/.........................................230
2 T.L. Devourers
Mycetic Spore

2 Biovores...........................................90

TOTAL:................................................1987


****I wrote this army list from memory of the codex, because I am currently out of town, If I am incorrect about any points cost, correction would be greatly appreciated, as I will soon begin buying this army****

So I want to know what you all think. What did I waste points on? What do you like? I'm not going to explain my intended tactics, because I feel that would imply that I don't want any changes in the list. But if your thinking "Why the heck is THAT there?!?!" about anything, I would be happy to explain my intent.
Basic principal is (as stated above) assault, with minimal shooting.

[scrotatohead]

I'm right there with you in wanting to field non-Tervi spam lists. It makes it much harder, but its also very satisfying. To each his/her own.

The one thing that jumps out at me is the level of synapse you're got. Only two synapse creatures by my accounts. I'm assuming the plan is to rush forward with the Swarmlord so he will provide front-line synapse. Losing synapse on units with IB Feed allows them to rage. Not bad for going in but if for what ever reason you lose the assault, you've got a chance of being swept. Also, you lose the shooting of your 'Fex and Trygon. You really want both units to fire a good broadside into their target before they charge. Plus, if you lose the Tervigon (I lost two to a Blood Angels Death Company Dread and DC Marine contingent dropped on top of me by a Stormraven) then your whole backfield will fall apart.

Deathleaper is fun to play and his pheramone trail is helpful, but odds are at least one of the pods is going to drop in turn two and so won't get his help in reducing drift. So from that standpoint he's only going to help the second pod hit target, and that's if he isn't shot off the board or chased back into reserve. His other buffs/abilities are fun though so if you like him and he's integral to your fluff and fun, then keep him. If he isn't, you might consider Zoanthropes to add synapse, psychic variety, and firepower. Or consider adding a Tyranid Prime. Attach him to the Swarm Lord for the run up the field. If he makes it he can break off and provide additional synapse for the Carnifex (even attaching himself) or Trygon. If he didn't make it he most likely ensured that Swarmy did...which is pretty important to your army. And optionally, you can keep the Prime in your backfield attached to a Termy brood or to the biovores.