More new Rumors for Army Wide Tyranids 40k codex rules are here with changes to big monsters all the way to the little bugs!
Tyranids are confirmed to be coming soon from Games Workshop, and the internet has struck once again with some big leaks from the upcoming codex! If you play Tyranids these rules are a great way to decide what to build your new army around from the upcoming codex book!
The leaks come from Reddit and are quite robust. Let’s first check out what we’ve seen so far, then jump into all the new rules!
GW Confirms New Tyranids 40k Codex Rules With Preview
Inside the book you’ll find fully updated rules for the Tyranids and their key hive fleets, as well as background information leading from their first contact with mankind right up to the present day’s apocalyptic Octarian War. Despite the Imperium’s best efforts, Hive Fleet Leviathan runs rampant, and it seems that not even the largest Ork empire in the galaxy can stop them.
As befits a new codex, there’ll be a wealth of rules content from Stratagems and Warlord Traits to Hive Fleet adaptations and the return of Synaptic Link abilities. You’ll also be able to take your fleet on a Crusade campaign of its own, and while we can’t say anything about the specifics just yet, it’s safe to say you’ll be doing the complete opposite of any local T’au Empire players.
The new art is actually pretty cool we have somewhat of an expectation from this book, however, don’t judge too soon as we need to see how everything works together rules-wise.
Plus don’t forget to check out all the new Tyranids Crusher Stampede rules they just got as well by clicking here.
40k Tyranids Combat Patrol Box Set: What’s the Value?
Besides the codex, we know there is at least one other release on the way for the Tyranids relatively soon…
Fortunately, the Norn-Queens have been hard at work splicing together a new Combat Patrol box, which is ideal whether you’re brand new to the Tyranids or have been on board since Hive Fleet Behemoth was first sighted.
The box actually has some useful units and minis inside, so this could be a good starting point for players. Let’s see what type of cash it will save you though.
- Hive Tyrant $60
- Tyranid Warriors $60
- 36 Termagants $105 (includes the Ripper Swarms)
Total MSRP: $225
Savings Versus Box Price: $75.
GW Reveals New Tyranids Parasite of Mortrex Model & Rules
Wait, could that be? Yes, it’s the legendary Parasite of Mortrex! This winged Tyranid monstrosity will soon cast a gruesome shadow over the battlefields of Warhammer 40,000.
This huge flying gribbly – first encountered on the planet of Mortrex – was originally mentioned in the 5th edition Tyranid codex, and Crusade rules have allowed Tyranid characters to mimic its horrifying implant attack… but nothing compares to the real deal. With its new plastic model, this classic critter is lunging out of the lore and onto the tabletop for the first time ever.
Honestly, it’s a pretty cool model and from the size of what we’ve seen before, it’s just about the size of a Warrior.
It all sticks to the Hexapod style of the Tyranids organism design with a consolidated thorax, six appendages consisting of two sets of wriggly arms, and a set of wings.
When compared to the old 5th edition artwork of the Parasite, this is about as close as you can get. Plus, it makes for an easy addition to the codex because there is already background lore for it and plenty of people remember it
Sure there are a few new pieces of flair on the new model, but it looks about the same to us!
It also really looks like Games Workshop may be pushing Gargoyles in the new book, as they even mention it leading a group of them with Synapse,
This first image gives us a better idea of how large the model will be, as the new Tyranids Parasite of Mortex appears to be on a 40mm base, the same as the ripper swarm in the foreground.
Unfortunately, this also fulfills most of the Nids rumor engines we’ve seen so far, so that means there is less chance for other new minis, but you never know.
New Tyranids Codex Faction, Biomorphologies & Synaptic Imperatives Rules!
To start, you can mix Hive Fleets as long as they are in different detachments. So pretty nice to be able to grab multiple Hive Fleets. Next, Synapse has a base range of 6″ for all Morale tests.
Swarming Masses is pretty nice to get as many models to attack as possible, as 2.5″ is pretty far. Lastly, Death from Below is basically Deepstrike.
This is pretty standard so if you have a certain Hive Fleet, you can replace all the relics, traits, etc… with the ones specific for that Hive Fleet.
You will be limited to one Hive Tyrant per detachment and all troops have ObSec. The Hive Adaptations can be swapped out for other rules and will supersede them. Lastly, any Living Artillery will never have Hive Fleet adaptations but will not stop the rest of your army from getting them.
Tyranids Biomorphologies Rules
From the New Tyranids Biomorphologies rules, The Hunt section has some really cool rules for moving around the map much faster, but the two coolest might be consolidating an additional 3″ and falling back and shooting, not to mention the ability to heroically intervene!
In the Lurk Tyranids Biomorphologies Rules, Territorial Instincts will let all your big monsters become ObSec and count as 5 models. Then, adding range to their psychic powers and re-rolling Deny the Witch tests are super strong. Lastly, the Feed ones will help you with charging, AP, moving and shooting, and shooting heavy weapons into combat!
Tyranids Synaptic Imperatives Rules
This is a cool way to give each unit a special rule for their synapse. Remember though, you can only select one of the new Tyranids Synaptic Imperatives per turn.
Falling back and charging is quite powerful, but you do have to be within 6″ of the Hive Tyrant. Guidemind can be really strong for your large units as you should be rolling plenty of 6’s.
The Maleceptor is also really strong because you can perform action and shoot, perform actions even if you advanced or fell back and perform Psychic Abilities!
Lastly, the Parasite will allow you to consolidate even further, and when combined with the rules from before that would get you a 9″ consolidation! Keep those bugs alive, and reap the rewards from these Tyranids Synaptic Imperatives rules.
Tyranids Synaptic Link Rules
Basically, the new Tyranids Synapse rules just work as a Wi-Fi extender now, if one synapse bug links up with another, it has Synapse link range to everything they do. Which is handy for all the Model, Hive Fleet, and Imperatives rules sprinkled throughout the codex.
Hive Fleet Behemoth Tyranids Codex Rules
Adding 1 to the Strength of all units that charged is quite strong, meaning your army will always hit hard in the first round of combat! Next, re-rolling all charges in a melee-centric army is also preferred. The Psychic Power is solid as well, you’ll be getting that +1 Strength and re-rolling all wound rolls.
Lastly, attacking one last time for a couple of CP can be insanely good if done with the right unit!
Hive Fleet Kraken Rules
Improving the AP by one can be super strong if you’re attacking with huge units, as it will make their attacks actually cut through armor. Next, regaining CP on a 5+ can be really good, but isn’t anything too crazy from what else we’ve seen in the book and 9th edition in general.
Hive Fleet Leviathan Rules
This will make your Synapse units have free Transhuman, meaning rolls of 1-3 always fail! Then, it will give your smaller units in range a mini version of it with no wounds on a 1-2. Next, a free re-roll is always nice, but it is just on hit rolls.
Being able to have one unit taking advantage of a different Synaptic Imperative can be super strong and take your opponent by surprise! For 1CP, increasing all your AP by one is just awesome when you need it too!
Hive Fleet Gorgon Rules
Adaptive Toxins may not be the craziest thing, but if you have a ton of weaker units against a high toughness army, this will come in clutch. Then, re-rolling a wound roll is just always strong for free. The Warlord Trait might not be the best thing ever, but if you can get in combat with 2 or 3 units, you can start racking up the wounds.
The Psychic Power can also be super strong for bigger units, as you’re bound to roll plenty of 6’s with all those attacks!
Hive Fleet Jormungandr Rules
Getting Dense Cover for all your units is pretty sweet, especially against an army that wants to shoot you from afar, this will be super helpful- just ask the Raven Guard.
Tyranids have a lot centered around extra AP as this is another power based on that. Next, stopping actions is always really strong and really annoying! Buried in Wait is nice to put one big unit in the ground, meaning they can then ambush!
Kronos Hive Fleet Rules
Adding 4″ to the range can be really noteworthy as there are plenty of weapons in the book with short-ranged weapons. Then, this is another one that improves AP by 1 (seeing a pattern yet?). The Warlord Trait is interesting because it makes Perils so much more likely and might force them into re-rolls when they don’t want to.
Then, when combined with the Psychic Power to add one to the Strength, this is looking good.
Hydra Hive Fleet Rules
If you have big swarms, you will pretty much always be adding 1 to your hit rolls and that’s just super strong, Plus you can consolidate an additional 3″, so again, quite nice. If you have like 10-15 models within 3″ of one unit, you will really dish out the Mortal Wounds.
For 1CP re-rolling all wounds is honestly insane, especially since you’ll already be getting the +1 to hit.
Tyranids Warlord Traits Rules
From the new Tyranids Warlord Traits rules, giving your big baddy ObSec and counting as 5 models will really let you get in there and get those objectives! Next, always attacking first and re-rolling your hits is always nice. Then, adding one to a hit roll is always nice, especially with all the other buffs you can give units.
Lastly, the 5+ FNP (essentially) is quite sweet.
Tyranids Relics Rules
The first of the Tyranids relics rules is pretty cool for the fact that it can do 3 different things, so whatever you need in combat, it can do it. The Reaper might be one of the best against big models because every time you wound, you do an additional Mortal and they can’t use anything such as FNP.
Lastly, the Resonance Orb will really help your psykers get off more powers.
Giving your Scythes +2S, -4 AP, and D3 is just super strong considering you keep the extra 2 attacks. The Cannon is quite powerful at S10 and D3+3 attacks. The one really interesting one, even though it might not see the most play is the Sac. Getting possibly 4 Ripper Swarms for free is just fun and cool.
New Tyranids Psychic Powers Rules
With these new Tyranids Psychic Power Rules and all the Hive Fleet-specific ones this book really has a lot of options. Catalyst is a great way to keep a unit alive as a 5+ FNP is always good. Onslaught is super good with a lot of uses, as you can use it to buff your shooting, or slingshot a unit into combat with Advancing and Charging.
Stratagems
For 1 CP re-rolling Monster’s wounds is always going to be strong if you want to secure the damage. Adding 1 to the attacks is also good and even for 2 CP on a unit of 20 or more, you’ll be getting a ton of extra attacks. They also have a Transhuman-style strat, which will really help your monsters stay alive.
Synaptic Legacy is really interesting because even if your Imperative that you want to use died, you can still just use it for 1 CP. Then, the channeling is cool because you can just use basically any power you want for 1 CP!
Toxic Entanglement is strong as it is super easy to get off and will give you buffs while debuffing them. With the buffs to Gargoyles, the Blinding Venom will make your Gargoyles much harder to kill in combat! Overall these seem to be some pretty solid new Stratagem rules for the Tyranids!
Tyranids Wargear
We’ve been seeing rules for a while now for the weapons and it looks like the Devourer and Fleshborer rumors are true- meaning you’ll be getting all kinds of shots with potential rerolls to hit and exploding 6’s even!
Again, just like with the shooting weapons, we’ve been seeing rumors for melee weapons while now, so it’s good to see all this confirmed! Rending Claws with +1 Strength and -4 AP is just pretty awesome to have from the get-go. Then, the Bonesword seems to be keeping the profile from the rumors, so super strong overall.
Tyranids Points
The unit size of Genestealers being capped at 10 was expected, but still hurts a little. With their upgrades in rules, the Warriors at 25 seem like a pretty good deal. Venomtropes preventing fallbacks for only 35 points, and Pyrovores with tons of solid shooting are a value too.
There were rumors Carnifexes were moving to elite or another slot, and going way down in points to like 60, so it looks like those aren’t coming true this time around. Still, not terrible points-wise overall for the Nids.
Secondaries
Considering you have so many units with Synapse, you should be able to score the Insight one without too much trouble, just be sure to save those last few wounds or models for them to finish off!
This should be doable for big armies moving forward throughout the battle, so nothing too hard.
Tyranids Character & Datasheet Rules
One nice thing about how their re-roll works is you only have to start the Command Phase in range, then you get the re-rolls for the whole time, no matter where they go. At 5 attacks, they don’t really improve in that facet, but still, the weapons are much better this time around.
Unlike the flying version, the new Hive Tyrant on foot does can not deepstrike but does have an impressive 4+ invulnerable save, however they are still limited one per detachment.
Swarmlord Codex Datasheet Rules
Shadows has changed a bit to potentially more dangerous to enemy casters:
SHADOW IN THE WARP (AURA)
While an enemy Psyker unit is within 18″ of this unit:
• Subtract 1 from Psychic tests taken for that enemy unit.
• Each time that enemy unit suffers Perils of the Warp, it suffers
1 additional mortal wound.
Domination lets you just dish out re-rolls in general and a fat 2+, 4+ invulnerable, and T8 will help keep him alive some. However, at 13 wounds, he will get picked on for sure. Tyrant Guard are probably an auto-include for him if they still work that way.
Although the rumor is that Catalyst gives a unit a 5+ feel no pain (6+ for Titanic models) on a cast of a six, so maybe they will not be needed. About the only thing not listed here is its’ new Warlord trait.
Tyranids Gargoyles Datasheet Rules
Unfortunately, we don’t know all the special rules, but from the symbol next to the painted model it appears that Gargoyles are indeed making the move to the Troops slot!
It looks like with these new rules and a much better weapon, people might actually field some Gargoyles once again! This would also mean Termagants might be making a bigger return as their shooting might actually do something!
With the Fleshborer getting so much better, the Termagants are getting a massive buff without changing much themselves.
They have a pretty decent statline with all the good rules for guarding your Hive Tyrant keyword models.
These are a little different from before, but they at least have a 4+ Invuln and can still go one Psychic Power. They also add 1 to Smite for each model in the unit, so can get up to a bunch of wounds. Thier synaptic imperative lets you throw out an invulnerable as well, which could be nice in some circumstances!
The Rupture Cannon with 3 attacks at S 14,-4 AP, and D6+4 damage, this thing will really dish out the pain! The other weapons are all pretty decent, especially when you consider the Acid Spray is an 18″ super strong flamer.
Last, a profile with 16 attacks is just something else! Especially if you give this Adrenal Glands, it will be 16 S8 attacks! So, if you want to tear through infantry, then this might just be the perfect choice.
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Though just looking at the statline, it’s getting seriously better and with 2 extra wounds and a better save, it should survive longer. Plus from the looks of it Acid Blood being a keyword means there is probably a Stratagem to trigger it as well now.
Tyranids Exocrine Codex Datasheet Rules
From the looks of it the Exocrine has lost the standstill and double shoot +1BS option, still, the baseline stats of everything are so much better, the trade-off may be worth it.
Either way, exciting times are on the way for Tyranids along with rules and models via all the latest rumors and reveals. Here’s all the latest on the upcoming rules updates and points changes for Warhammer 40k.
- Tyranids 40k Rules & Models Rumors
- Tyranids Codex Biomorphologies & Synaptic Imperatives Rules!
- New Tyranids Codex Hive Fleet 40k Rules
- Tyranids 40k Codex Warlord Traits, Relics, Psychic Powers, and Stratagems Rules
- New Tyranids Wargear, Points, & Secondaries Rules
- New Tyranids Datasheets, Synapse, & Character Rules
- Tyranids Crusher Stampede Rules
Here’s the most up-to-date review of the new Tyranids rules. Click on the gallery above to see all the new 9th Edition rules from the Tyranids codex!
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