NECRON DatasheetS

NECRON DatasheetS are the key to understanding and wielding the might of the undying legions on the tabletop. These concise documents contain all the vital statistics and special abilities that define each Necron unit, from the lowliest Scarab Swarm to the towering might of a Monolith. Mastering the information within these datasheets is essential for any commander hoping to lead the Necrons to victory and reestablish their ancient dynasty.

Decoding the Mysteries of NECRON DatasheetS

NECRON DatasheetS serve as the foundational building blocks for understanding how each unit functions within the game. They are a standardized way of presenting a unit’s profile, weaponry, and unique rules. Understanding how to read and interpret these datasheets is absolutely crucial for building effective Necron armies and executing winning strategies. The datasheet will typically contain information like movement speed, weapon ranges, and special abilities.

Each datasheet provides a wealth of information presented in a structured format. Key components you’ll find include:

• Unit Name: Clearly identifies the unit.

• Stats: These define the unit’s basic capabilities and survivability:

  1. Movement (M): How far the unit moves in inches.
  2. Weapon Skill (WS): The unit’s ability to hit in melee.
  3. Ballistic Skill (BS): The unit’s ability to hit with ranged weapons.
  4. Strength (S): Used to determine damage in melee.
  5. Toughness (T): Represents the unit’s resistance to damage.
  6. Wounds (W): How much damage the unit can take before being removed.
  7. Attacks (A): The number of attacks the unit makes in melee.
  8. Leadership (Ld): Represents the unit’s morale and resistance to psychological effects.
  9. Save (Sv): The armor save the unit receives against attacks.

• Weapons: Details the ranged and melee weapons the unit is equipped with, including their range, type, strength, AP (Armor Penetration), and damage.

• Abilities: Describes the special rules and abilities the unit possesses, often unique to the Necrons and integral to their playstyle.

• Keywords: A list of keywords that categorize the unit and determine which abilities and stratagems affect it.

The datasheet isn’t just a list of stats; it’s a narrative tool as well. The combination of rules and abilities on a datasheet helps communicate the feeling and power of the unit. For example, a Necron Warrior datasheet, coupled with its “Reanimation Protocols” ability, tells the story of a relentless, tireless soldier that can shrug off damage and rise again. The datasheets are the basis for building a whole army.

To truly master the Necrons, you need to become intimately familiar with their datasheets. For the most up-to-date and accurate information on NECRON DatasheetS, including any errata or updates, be sure to consult the official Warhammer 40,000 rulebooks and codexes.