The Leagues of Votann are lighting up Grotmas in style with the Hearthband Detachment, showcasing their unshakable resolve and technological superiority in the face of any opposition. Whether they’re forging ahead with grim determination or battering down enemies through sheer methodical precision, the Hearthband embodies everything that makes the Kin a force to be reckoned with.
What is a Hearthband?
When the Eye of the Ancestors focuses on a resource, territory, or threat of particular importance to the Kin, a Hearthband is assembled. This elite strike force is methodically designed to meet a specific objective—one which they will pursue with the same stubborn resolve as the Ancestors themselves.
- Led by the Best: A Hearthband is commanded by a Kâhl, one of the most cunning and courageous leaders among the Kin.
- Einhyr Elite and Hearthkyn: The vanguard is formed by Einhyr Champions, whose exo-armoured advance evokes the image of Ancestors returned to life, followed by hand-picked Hearthkyn warriors, the finest of the kindred’s host.
These are no simple raiding parties—they are meticulously assembled for decisive conquest.
The Rules of the Hearthband
The Hearthband Detachment reflects the discipline and precision of the Leagues of Votann. Their Detachment rule, Methodical Annihilation, is a deadly boon for eliminating priority targets:
- Re-roll Hit rolls of 1 against the closest target ensures reliable and punishing firepower.
- Units led by their champions (such as a Kâhl) benefit from an additional point of Armour Penetration, letting them punch through even the toughest defenses at close range.
This combination makes the Hearthband unstoppable when they focus their firepower on key threats, especially in the thick of battle.
Enhancements: Precision Wargear and Tools of War
A Hearthband is defined by its legendary craftsmanship and advanced tech, and their Enhancements represent this perfectly:
- Quake Multigenerator destabilizes enemy units, limiting their effectiveness in counter-attacks—a rare and devastating piece of wargear.
- Superior Craftsmanship: Whether they’re wielding hammers, axes, or power fists, this Enhancement grants +1 Damage against Monsters or Vehicles, making them a nightmare for enemy elites.
With these tools at their disposal, Hearthband forces excel in hunting priority targets and dismantling enemy battle plans with ruthless efficiency.
The Hearthband on the Battlefield
A Hearthband excels in relentless close-range firepower and surgical strikes. With Einhyr elites anchoring the line and Hearthkyn warriors pushing the attack, their methodical advance becomes a tide of annihilation.
- Close Combat Dominance: Enhancements like Superior Craftsmanship and powerful melee-focused Stratagems make them incredibly dangerous up close.
- Strategic Target Elimination: Methodical Annihilation ensures they can pick apart enemy forces with ruthless precision, prioritizing the most immediate threats.
The Hearthband reflects the unflinching discipline and technological might of the Leagues of Votann, carving a path through the enemy with purpose and firepower.
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