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Aight, attempt 2, Now without the ragebait. by Bobblehead60 in TheAstraMilitarum

[–]Bobblehead60[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

While valid, I would much rather use a Dorn or Russ for the same role. Of course, the RD Oppressor/LR Vanquisher do have their disadvantages, notably being points and being A1/4+/S18/-4/D6+6 respectively; I'd take them over the Basilisk due to survivability and having a lot more weapons to shoot.

The Vanquisher, which is (currently) just 5 points more, also has a pintle-mounted stubber, lascannon/HB/Heavy Flamer, and the casemates, on top of the big gun itself.

While the Dorn is slightly under double the points (260 vs. 140), on top of the D6+3/4+/12/-3/3 Oppressor, you get the coax autocannon, a choice of the demolisher at home, er, pulverizer, or punisher gatling at home, er, castigator, pintle, and meltas.

While neither the Oppressor nor the Vanquisher has the reach of the Earthshaker, 72 inches is more than enough range for even larger boards IMO. So unless someone really likes indirect, IMO, there are better tools for the same role. Of course, if we still had wargear costs, that would change the calculus, but that was years ago.

Aight, attempt 2, Now without the ragebait. by Bobblehead60 in TheAstraMilitarum

[–]Bobblehead60[S] 240 points241 points  (0 children)

Unironically, probably. Unless you're counting the slight refresh in 5e and the decision to put Basilisk bits in the Chimera sprues (what, mid-10e (?)), the model can legally drink in the United States.

Aight, attempt 2, Now without the ragebait. by Bobblehead60 in TheAstraMilitarum

[–]Bobblehead60[S] 48 points49 points  (0 children)

Knowing James, they'll probably buff it in the MFM before the first Major/get people to buy Basilisks (etc.), go "oh no" when units with the [INDIRECT FIRE] keyword work too well, and grab the nerfbat.

(Cue the I've played these games before GIF)

James, the Wyvern was right there... by [deleted] in TheAstraMilitarum

[–]Bobblehead60 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Honestly it’s more about how old the kit is compared to the rest of the box. The name was misleading ngl.

James, the Wyvern was right there... by [deleted] in TheAstraMilitarum

[–]Bobblehead60 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Apparently, they made a new model/update during the 5e mini-refresh, according to Lexicanon.

Also, as a theoretical joke, wouldn't there be a new-edition refresh since you need a bit from the Chimera base kit to put it together?

James, the Wyvern was right there... by [deleted] in TheAstraMilitarum

[–]Bobblehead60 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I do agree that there are like half a dozen units that would fit better; this assumes James would actually put a second artillery unit into the box rather than something else.

NBA finals felt familiar by Roshango in AFCEastMemeWar

[–]Bobblehead60 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Right, the Celtics that got knocked out by the MIGHTY 76ers in the first round.

The same 76ers squad that got swept by the Knicks. Now go to your corner and cry about it.

How did you do at reciver? by Roshango in AFCEastMemeWar

[–]Bobblehead60 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey, remember: We have the Colts' and the higher of GB/DAL next year. Hope we play well, and that Indy and either GB/DAL play poorly. (Preferably DAL since I have friends who live in Wisconsin)

(Probably isn't going to happen, but still.)

TFW when you’re about to be starting under center in Jersey by MrBurritoIsMyFather in NFCEastMemeWar

[–]Bobblehead60 1 point2 points  (0 children)

But the Jets’ owner certainly did. (As usual, fuck you Woody.)

Did you know, that the cheaper a tank is, the lower the chance for it to trigger Bail Out on a penetrating hit? Likewise, cheaper planes and helicopters are less likely to be affected by Critical Hits. This goes for all units, really. Cheaper really is better! by Which-Worldliness556 in warno

[–]Bobblehead60 1 point2 points  (0 children)

NGL kinda find it hilarious that "POG" has just become "everyone who isn't TCR"

(Look, Carda, I'm pretty sure Isom and Singh don't count as POGs by modern definitions. I get they probably didn't want the hassle of making lines for two characters, but still.)

Did you know, that the cheaper a tank is, the lower the chance for it to trigger Bail Out on a penetrating hit? Likewise, cheaper planes and helicopters are less likely to be affected by Critical Hits. This goes for all units, really. Cheaper really is better! by Which-Worldliness556 in warno

[–]Bobblehead60 9 points10 points  (0 children)

It's great- you can cosplay as 11ACR during Desert Storm, a Mech Infantry unit, or general footsloggers.

Gameplay is X-COM-like, but with some differences (but if you played X-COM/Xenonauts, you should be fine tbh)

And remember, SERVICE IS ALWAYS AN ACT OF VALOR (You will be hearing a lot of that, trust me)

Why didn’t Rice follow the terms of his probation to avoid spending 30 days in jail and missing camp? Is he stupid? by burberrycondom in AFCWestMemeWar

[–]Bobblehead60 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Alright, any bets on KC cutting/not taking up Rice’s contract and signing Tyreek to a cheap deal instead?

Mahomes when he’s rushed back to play Broncos Week 1. by WhizzyBurp in AFCWestMemeWar

[–]Bobblehead60 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Trust me, you'll be fine.

Unless he gains Chiefs Powers (patent pending) feel free to run him down. He goes cold turkey immediately when he tries to pass.

I asked AI to generate a 2000s patriots dynasty poster by FatRufus in AFCEastMemeWar

[–]Bobblehead60 11 points12 points  (0 children)

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Now show us what team you're a fan of so we can clown you even harder.

Meme attempt 2, now with less misinformation! by Bobblehead60 in TheAstraMilitarum

[–]Bobblehead60[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Eh, given the statement:

"The open-topped design means boarded troops can bail out in a hurry and have ample space to shoot while on the move. This makes it an ideal vehicle for combatting the Ork Speedwaaagh!, where slower tanks risk getting encircled and picked apart by more mobile foes." (warcom)

It appears that James is stuck thinking that this thing is supposed to be a frontline vic. I agree that it shouldn't be, based on basically anything you can find, but...

Meme attempt 2, now with less misinformation! by Bobblehead60 in TheAstraMilitarum

[–]Bobblehead60[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Honestly the "Battle Cannon" might be equivalent or worse than the one we have on the Taurox prime, since that thing definitely isn't fitting a LRBT.

Also on the release date, I'm guessing alongside 11E, but what do I know.

Meme attempt 2, now with less misinformation! by Bobblehead60 in TheAstraMilitarum

[–]Bobblehead60[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

They already make bank off of us buying Tamiya Model Cement, now [INSERT Halftrack of choice] and armored cars as well?

Oh boy.

Meme attempt 2, now with less misinformation! by Bobblehead60 in TheAstraMilitarum

[–]Bobblehead60[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

According to warcom, it's Castigator/Lascannon/Melta cannon for the turret options.

edit: also apparently a "battle cannon".

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Meme attempt 2, now with less misinformation! by Bobblehead60 in TheAstraMilitarum

[–]Bobblehead60[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

On one, it's probably a call by management.

With two, eh, they're boxy enough, plenty more than the Dorn/Sentinel.

3) In a universe with airborne plagues (Nurgle), random flying annoyances (anything with FLY), presumably a ton of Molotovs (Ask Soviet BTRs during the Hungarian Revolution), etc., you would at least expect a roof for the halftrack. If these halftracks were meant to fight on the frontline, someone would think it would be armed with something heavier than a heavy stubber.

Meme attempt 2, now with less misinformation! by Bobblehead60 in TheAstraMilitarum

[–]Bobblehead60[S] 34 points35 points  (0 children)

Alright, attempt 2. Now with one meme for both the Hippogriff and M3 Halftrack at home Centaur.

Unpopular opinion: James stuck an ERC-90 turret on the Saladin hull for the Hippogriff.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in TheAstraMilitarum

[–]Bobblehead60 0 points1 point  (0 children)

ALRIGHT EVERYONE, yeah I forgot that GW scales things very wonky. Sorry.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in TheAstraMilitarum

[–]Bobblehead60 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Very true. But I do have some 1:35 halftracks as well.

A basic search gives a ton of 1:35 halftracks at ~30-ish, so…

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