With the book covering so many factions, it’s good to see some Ynnari Yncarne rules ahead of the codex release- check it out!
If you’ve been wondering how the Ynnari will perform in the new book, this gives you a good idea of what to expect! We’re hoping to hear the codex announcement very soon, so we’ll actually be able to check it all out instead of just previews, but we’ll take what we can get for now!
Warhammer Community unveiled weapons, abilities, and more. Let’s get into the rules!
So what’s waiting for you in the pages of this massive new 200-page codex? Let’s start with new ways to build the mixed-faction Aeldari armies of your dreams. Their race may be in decline, but they’re full of vibrant factions who can be called on for aid.
As well as rules for Asuryani Aeldari (that’s craftworlds to me and you), this new codex also has rules for fielding Harlequins – we’ll have more info on adding these deadly clowns to your armies later in the week. We saw the first Corsairs miniature at LVO, and you can also include them in an army. You can even dedicate yourself to the Aeldari god of death and take a Ynnari army – all using the same codex!
New 40k Ynnari Yncarne Rules Revealed by GW
It’s no surprise that the embodiment of death would be hard to kill – the Yncarne’s Deathly Form ability offers a 4+ invulnerable save and halves all incoming damage. This provides plenty of time for it to close in on the enemy and start lopping heads from shoulders with its legendary Sword of Souls, Vilith-zhar.
It looks like Tau isn’t the only one ignoring Invulnerable saves. Plus, with so much damage, you should be able to cut through pretty much anything, then the sweeping attack will also be quite oppressive as you’ll be getting double attacks (6 base, 12 with the sweeping attack).
Vilith-zhar was previously the only weapon at the Yncarne’s disposal, but now it can also direct its baleful hurricane of soul energy to strip the life from all nearby foes – without even rolling to hit. Some foes might look at this intimidating array of attacks and decide to avoid confronting the Yncarne altogether. Unfortunately, they’re out of luck – the Yncarne retains its ability to manifest wherever an allied unit is wiped out, seeking revenge for their fallen souls.
Even though the range is short, if you can get this in range of 2 or 3 units, it will really dish out the damage! An S7, -2 AP flamer? Sounds pretty good to us! Plus, it keeps the ability to pop up all over the battlefield, so quite an imposing force.
Psychic Powers
Fittingly for an avatar of the Whispering God, the Yncarne now knows all psychic powers from the Ynnari’s Revenant discipline. It can assault enemy minds at greater range than before with Storm of Whispers, while protecting a key ally with the newly-focused Shield of Ynnead – perfect for bolstering Aspect Warriors who’ve already claimed a 5+ invulnerable save.
The Storm of Whispers would pair quite well with the new shooting attack, meaning you get this model close and just dish out the damage. Then, giving a 4+ Invuln is really strong, really not much to say other than that!
Use the links below to check out our other Aeldari Codex Rules coverage:
- 2021 ‘Eldar & Chaos Advent Calendar’ Previews From GW
- RUMORS: Huge List of New ‘Christmas’ Eldar Models & Rules
- More Eldar Rules & Model Rumors for 2022
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