The Ghostkeel Battlesuit is strange because while it’s massive and can rip apart anything, it was originally only used for covert operations.
Sometimes you just have to show the Tau some love, even if you just got gunned down by an unmoving gun line. But hey, such is the life in 40k. Since it seems like their new codex is far away we wanted to learn a little more about one of their coolest battlesuits. Get out your best sneaking gear and let’s learn about some XV95 Ghostkeel Battlesuit Lore!
XV95 Ghostkeel Battlesuit Behind Enemy Lines
The Ghostkeel is the pinnacle of Tau Stealth tech. Some Battlesuits are only suited for frontline battle, but the Ghostkeel is designed to stand up to the most grueling conditions and stay for months behind enemy lines. The pilots of these machines are some of the best the Tau have to offer and the machine can only match the mental fortitude of their pilots. They are giant battlesuits, that are supported by more stealth tech than a Tech-Priest can shake his finger at!
On top of their great stealth tech, they are equipped with the most dastardly weapons and jump packs the Empire has to offer. They are capable of mowing down entire units they find on their missions or even destroy full tank companies.
History of the Suit
The Tau are always adapting because the Greater Good must prevail! Not too long ago, the Ghostkeels were reserved for only covert operations. When they were first made the Ethereals determined they must be kept secret. And they knew that if they were deployed to the front lines, all of their enemies would know about the tech before too long. Pilots were chosen from only old stealth pilots who could be trusted. With the success of the Riptides, the Ethereals decided they must be thrust into the light! And with that Ghostkeels have been wreaking havoc on the entire Galaxy for better or worse!
Learn More about XV95 Ghostkeel Battlesuit & Tau Here!
About the Author: Travis Pasch
Travis Pasch
Job Title: Head Writer & Editor
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About Travis Pasch: Travis has been a Warhammer 40k hobbyist since the 1990s, playing the game since Third Edition. Through extensive traveling, he’s seen a lot of the miniatures hobby from across the world, giving him a unique perspective on the latest gaming topics and trends.
Travis’s brother even owns a commission painting studio, where he’s picked up a lot of good advice and techniques for painting Warhammer and tabletop miniatures over the years, as well. Travis joined the Spikey Bits team in 2019 and has been the lead writer since 2020.
Currently, he’s working on converting all his 40k Adeptus Mechanicus models and becoming a true tech enjoyer, complete with both sad and happy robot noises!
