The Black Templars are among the most zealous and aggressive of the Space Marine Chapters, and their leaders, Marshals, embody this unwavering devotion to the Emperor. The Black Templars Marshal Datasheet is your key to understanding how these powerful commanders function on the tabletop, dictating the flow of battle and inspiring their brethren to greater acts of faith and fury. It’s the roadmap to unlocking their strategic potential and maximizing their impact on your Warhammer 40,000 games.
Master of the Sword Brethren: Understanding the Black Templars Marshal Datasheet
The Black Templars Marshal datasheet outlines the profile, wargear, and abilities of this formidable character. It details everything from their movement speed and combat prowess to their special rules and psychic resistance. Learning to interpret this datasheet is crucial for any aspiring Black Templars commander. Understanding these elements allows you to utilize the Marshal’s strengths effectively, whether it’s leading a swift assault, holding a crucial objective, or providing critical buffs to nearby units. Mastering the Marshal datasheet is the cornerstone of deploying him effectively and securing victory for the Emperor.
The datasheet provides crucial information in a concise format. A key element is the Marshal’s statline, displaying their Movement, Weapon Skill, Ballistic Skill, Strength, Toughness, Wounds, Attacks, Leadership, and Save. This numerical representation defines the Marshal’s core abilities. The datasheet also lists the wargear the Marshal is equipped with, which often includes a powerful weapon, such as a master-crafted power sword or chainsword, and durable armor. Special rules will be present like:
- Chapter Tactics: These define the unique combat doctrines of the Black Templars.
- Litanies of Battle: These are prayers to the Emperor that the Marshal can recite to grant special benefits to nearby units.
- Abilities: Like “Rites of War” this makes the unit have additional effects.
Finally, the datasheet lists any unique abilities or special rules that the Marshal possesses. These abilities often reflect the character’s unique role within the Black Templars Chapter. For instance, a Marshal might have an ability that enhances the melee capabilities of nearby Sword Brethren squads or allows them to re-roll charge rolls.
The information on the datasheet is used throughout the game. Here’s a breakdown of how this information is applied:
- Movement Phase: Use the Movement stat to determine how far the Marshal can move across the battlefield.
- Shooting Phase: Use the Ballistic Skill stat to determine the accuracy of ranged attacks and the wargear.
- Fight Phase: Use the Weapon Skill, Strength, Attacks, and Save stats to resolve melee combat.
| Stat | Description |
|---|---|
| M | Movement |
| WS | Weapon Skill |
| BS | Ballistic Skill |
Ready to delve deeper into the specifics of the Black Templars Marshal and his battlefield capabilities? Consult the official Warhammer 40,000 Codex: Adeptus Astartes: Black Templars for the complete and definitive Black Templars Marshal Datasheet, wargear options, and rules clarifications.