In this episode, we talk about the Assault Phase in 40k . In part one, we discuss why assault is an important part of every list, how to get into assault, what makes a good unit, and some tips and tricks for assault.

Show Notes

7th edition 40k is considered a shooing edition, but assault is still important.

Every list should either have an assault element, or an answer for assault

What are the benefits of Assault?

* Usually is a final result; all models are typically destroyed.

* Locks up targets and keeps units safe

* Extra movement and board control

Getting into assault

* Movement to the enemy; assault transports, fast movement/ignore terrain, durable units

* Typically can expect 6-7 inch charge, 8-9 with fleet

* Overwatch typically does not make a difference, except with Tau, but you do have to plan for losing the closest model

* Terrain and line of sight

What makes a good assault unit?

* Need durability, speed, delivery

* Weapon skill above 4

* Attacks matter a LOT

* Strength 3 is not enough against most armies

Special rules that help assault

* Hit and run

* Rage, Furious charge

* Grenades and move through cover

* Counter attack

* Morale control

* Stomp

Tips and tricks with assault

* Eating overwatch with cheap units

* Lock down units with cheap fearless units; zombies and gaunts

* Multi assault

Counter Assault

* Keeping an assault element back to pile in after an assault has been initiated

* Good units for counter assault: Strong in assault, but fragile or slow or prone to being shot