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Well, I think it's a fair statement to say that the Rohirrim are underpowered compared to most other armies. Boasting little Fv4 and no S4 Warriors, all the Eorlingas really have going for them (stat-wise) is the widespread use of throwing spears and the "Expert Rider" special rule, which isn't all that special. To properly honour these valiant Northmen, I have put together a set of profiles to more accurately represent their prowess. This is VERY much a work in progress, and any and all input will be appreciated!
Theoden Ednew, the Renewed Points Value: 115
After being healed by Gandalf Greyhame and shaking off Saruman's influence, King Theoden of Rohan was called "Ednew" by the people of the Riddermark. Meaning "The Renewed" in the tongue of the Eorlingas, this epithet was most fitting for Thengel's son as he soon rode to victory and glory at the Battles of Helm's Deep and the Pelennor Fields. Though Theoden fell in the latter battle, his courage and uncanny resilience was ever after the stuff of legends in all corners of Rohan.
F/Sh S D A W C
5/4+ 4 7 3 2 6
M:3
W:2
F:2
Theoden Ednew wears heavy armour and carries his sword Herugrim and a shield. He may bear the following equipment at the cost indicated:
Snowmane.....15pts
Rohirrim Spear......5pts
Snowmane: Snowmane is an armoured Mearas. His profile is exactly like that of Felarof. See Eorl's profile for details.
Rohirrim spear: The Riders of Rohan use their spears as both javelins and lances while on horseback. On foot, these weapons count as normal throwing weapons. On horseback a charging Rider may either throw their spear (in which case it counts as a throwing weapon) or use it as a lance. Note that the weapon confers no bonus if the mounted model is charged instead.
Forth, Eorlingas! Once per game, Theoden may call a charge. When he does so, all mounted Rohirrim on the board may make a full move straight forward and any models in the way take a Strength 4 hit. Survivors are knocked to the ground. Models with Rohirrim spears must use them as lances for the duration of this move.
Eomer, Third Marshal of the Riddermark Points Value: 125
Theoden's nephew and heir to the throne after Theodred's death, Eomer is a skilled and brave leader of Men. Although once removed from Theoden's service and jailed under the advice of the treacherous Grima Wormtongue, Eomer fought valiantly at the battles of the Hornburg and Pelennor Fields, forging a strong bond between himself and the future King Elessar.
F/Sh S D A W C
6/4+ 4 6 3 3 6
M:3
W:3
F:3
Eomer wears heavy armour and carries a sword. He may bear the following equipment at the cost indicated:
Firefoot.....15pts
Rohirrim Spear......5pts
Shield......5pts
Firefoot: Firefoot is a Mearas descended from Felarof, the legendary horse of Eorl the Young. His profile is exactly like that of Shadowfax. See Gandalf's profile for details.
Rohirrim spear: The Riders of Rohan use their spears as both javelins and lances while on horseback. On foot, these weapons count as normal throwing weapons. On horseback a charging Rider may either throw their spear (in which case it counts as a throwing weapon) or use it as a lance. Note that the weapon confers no bonus if the mounted model is charged instead.
Now for Wrath, Now for Ruin! Whenever Eomer uses a Might point to call a Heroic Action, roll a D6. On a 4 or higher, Eomer makes the Action without depleting his Might store.
Elfhelm, Marshal of the East-Mark Points Value: 80
A skilled leader among the Rohirrim, Elfhelm nominally leads the Muster of Edoras. He fought at the Battles of the Fords of Isen and defended Theodred when the prince was mortally wounded. While not as strong as Grimbold or as accomplished as Erkenbrand, Elfhelm made a name for himself during the Battle of Pelennor Fields and afterwards, striking out against and destroying Sauron's forces in Anorien.
F/Sh S D A W C
5/4+ 4 7 2 2 5
M:3
W:2
F:2
Elfhelm wears heavy armour and carries a sword and shield. He may bear the following equipment at the cost indicated:
Horse of Rohan.....15pts
Rohirrim Spear......5pts
Horse of Rohan: The Rohirrim are accounted to be the best horse-breeders and tamers in all of Middle-earth, so much so that their horses are coveted even by Sauron's agents. A horse of Rohan has the following profile:
F S D A W C
0 4 4 0 1 3
In addition, the "loose mounts" rule always applies to horses of Rohan who have lost their riders.
Rohirrim spear: The Riders of Rohan use their spears as both javelins and lances while on horseback. On foot, these weapons count as normal throwing weapons. On horseback a charging Rider may either throw their spear (in which case it counts as a throwing weapon) or use it as a lance. Note that the weapon confers no bonus if the mounted model is charged instead.
Grimbold of Grimslade Points Value: 70
A mighty commander of Rohan's forces, Grimbold won much recognition for defending the body of his prince, Theodred, from Saruman's forces during the Battles of the Fords of Isen.
F/Sh S D A W C
5/4+ 5 6 2 2 4
M:3
W:2
F:1
Grimbold wears heavy armour and carries a sword. He may bear the following equipment at the cost indicated:
Horse of Rohan.....15pts
Rohirrim Spear......5pts
Shield......5pts
Horse of Rohan: The Rohirrim are accounted to be the best horse-breeders and tamers in all of Middle-earth, so much so that their horses are coveted even by Sauron's agents. A horse of Rohan has the following profile:
F S D A W C
0 4 4 0 1 3
In addition, the "loose mounts" rule always applies to horses of Rohan who have lost their riders.
Rohirrim spear: The Riders of Rohan use their spears as both javelins and lances while on horseback. On foot, these weapons count as normal throwing weapons. On horseback a charging Rider may either throw their spear (in which case it counts as a throwing weapon) or use it as a lance. Note that the weapon confers no bonus if the mounted model is charged instead.
Doughty Grimbold Grimbold's strength is an inspiration to those who are beleaguered. When fighting on foot, all Warriors of Rohan, Rohan Royal Guard, and Rohan Outriders within 6" of Grimbold get +1 to their Fight Values.
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Gondor: 2339pts
Rohan: 1318pts
Dwarves: 2482pts
Elves: 1091pts
Mordor: 2305pts
Isengard: 1762pts
Moria: 1463pts
Evil Men: 381pts
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