Nighthaunt players are in for a treat as the new Battletome: Nighthaunt rolls in with exciting updates, clarifications, and new ways to haunt the battlefield.
The Nighthaunt, Nagash’s terrifying spectral army, are back with major updates in the Battletome: Nighthaunt. This new edition brings reworked rules, revamped abilities, and a whole host of terrifying new ways to haunt your opponents. These spirits, cursed to walk the Mortal Realms and eternally torment the living, are now more powerful than ever with new mechanics to fuel their ghostly mayhem. Whether you’re a fan of spectral hordes or new to the Nighthaunt, these updates are sure to send chills down your spine.
Ethereal Rule and New Battle Traits
One of the biggest changes for the Nighthaunt is their updated Ethereal rule. In the past, this allowed them to ignore most attacks, but now, the rule specifically allows Nighthaunt units to ignore negative modifiers like Rend. This provides much-needed flexibility, allowing you to use defensive abilities like All-out Defence without worrying about a unit being too vulnerable. However, this update comes with a downside: the save values of many Nighthaunt units have been reduced. While Heroes and the Black Coach now have a 5+ save, the hordes of spirits that make up the bulk of your force are left with a 6+ save. Luckily, each unit also gets a 5+ Ward save, helping to mitigate this loss.
On top of that, the Nighthaunt army now possesses Mounting Dread, a passive ability that slowly erodes your enemy’s control score as the game progresses. The longer they face the wailing horrors of your army, the more their grip on the battlefield slips away. This gives Nighthaunt armies a powerful psychological edge as they close in on their opponents, weakening them before the final blow.
Unique Abilities and Strategic Flexibility
One of the standout features of this update is the inclusion of Ethereal Translocation, which allows you to move a friendly Nighthaunt unit off the battlefield and set it up elsewhere, more than 9” away from enemy units. This ability, which was previously locked behind a specific battle formation, is now a universal tool for your army, giving you incredible tactical flexibility. Whether you’re repositioning to avoid danger or setting up a devastating flank, this ability can be game-changing.
Additionally, Vanish and Reappear allows Nighthaunt units to move in mysterious ways, passing through enemy lines and reappearing behind them for a surprise attack. Combine that with Lethal Rancour, which grants units +1 Rend for the turn when charging, and you’ve got a force that can strike quickly and hard, leaving enemies scrambling to defend themselves.
New Heroes and Lore of the Underworlds
The Battletome: Nighthaunt also introduces new heroes like Lord Vitriolic, a spectral alchemist with the ability to inflict devastating effects on enemies with his Spectral Alchemy. From dissolving enemy units with Phantasmal Solvent to stripping away a target’s Ward save with Unholy Prescription, this character adds layers of tactical depth to your Nighthaunt army. Whether you’re debilitating enemy heroes or corrupting units from within, Lord Vitriolic brings an unpredictable edge to your strategy.
In addition to the new heroes, the Lore of the Underworlds offers new spells like Wrench Souls, which allows a unit to make a movement or retreat in the hero phase, and Fell Blades, which adds a chilling bonus to Nighthaunt attacks by reducing enemy save rolls. These spells are perfect for supporting your already deadly army of ghosts and ensuring that your opponents are constantly under pressure.
Conclusion: Nighthaunt Rise Again
The Nighthaunt are a force to be reckoned with in this new Battletome. With their updated rules, powerful new abilities, and terrifying new heroes, they are more formidable than ever. Whether you’re summoning a horde of spirits to overwhelm your enemies, using Ethereal Translocation to reposition your units, or casting debilitating spells with Lord Vitriolic, the Nighthaunt have all the tools they need to dominate the battlefield. If you’re ready to raise the dead and bring terror to your enemies, Battletome: Nighthaunt will give you everything you need to do just that. Be sure to pre-order this essential addition to your army, and prepare for the ghostly wails of victory.
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