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{{FH3|[[Mercenary]], & [[Retribution]] [[Partisan]], {{Seeker}} {{Character}} {{Solo}} - ([[Attached|Warcaster Attachment]]) }} | {{FH3|[[Mercenary]], & [[Retribution]] [[Partisan]], {{Seeker}} {{Character}} {{Solo}} - ([[Attached|Warcaster Attachment]]) }} | ||
|} [[Category:Model]] [[Category: Mercenary]] | |} [[Category:Model]] [[Category: Mercenary]] | ||
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+ | * {{green|'''Retribution'''}}: This model can be used in '''Shadows of Retribution''' Prime army, and/or Unlimited. | ||
+ | * {{red|'''Mercenary'''}}: This model is not available to this Faction in Mk IV (as of 2023.11) }} | ||
''An Iosan scholar well versed in the arcane arts, Sylys Wyshnalyrr barters his talents to the armies of the Iron Kingdoms in exchange for access to their libraries and safe passage across their lands. Given Sylys’ attention, even the most puissant warcaster would find his own sorcerous ability strengthened, gaining an invaluable edge in battle. '' | ''An Iosan scholar well versed in the arcane arts, Sylys Wyshnalyrr barters his talents to the armies of the Iron Kingdoms in exchange for access to their libraries and safe passage across their lands. Given Sylys’ attention, even the most puissant warcaster would find his own sorcerous ability strengthened, gaining an invaluable edge in battle. '' | ||
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− | + | '''[[Mercenary]]''' - This model will work for {{Crucible Guard mercenary}}, {{Cygnar Mercenary}}, {{Khador Mercenary}}, {{Menoth Mercenary}}, or for {{Retribution Partisan}}. | |
* {{Partisan|Retribution of Scyrah}} | * {{Partisan|Retribution of Scyrah}} | ||
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+ | {{Attached|model||warcaster}} | ||
===Abilities=== | ===Abilities=== | ||
− | + | * {{Arcane Assist|warcaster|focus}} | |
− | * {{Arcane Assist}} | ||
* {{Arcane Secrets}} | * {{Arcane Secrets}} | ||
* {{Spiritual Conduit}} | * {{Spiritual Conduit}} | ||
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===Theme Forces=== | ===Theme Forces=== | ||
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** {{Llaelese Resistance}} | ** {{Llaelese Resistance}} | ||
− | ** {{Soldiers of Fortune}}. | + | ** {{Soldiers of Fortune}}. This model gains [[Mark Target]] in this theme. |
** {{The Irregulars}} | ** {{The Irregulars}} | ||
− | * | + | * '''''Retribution |
** As a Mercenary, Sylys can go in every Retribution theme. However, he will use up your "Up to one Merc solo" slot (most of the time). | ** As a Mercenary, Sylys can go in every Retribution theme. However, he will use up your "Up to one Merc solo" slot (most of the time). | ||
** {{Defenders of Ios}}. He doesn't use up your Merc slot in this theme. Also, he gains [[Reposition]] [3] in this theme. | ** {{Defenders of Ios}}. He doesn't use up your Merc slot in this theme. Also, he gains [[Reposition]] [3] in this theme. | ||
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** {{Shadows of the Retribution|notbold=}}. He gains "optional" [[Take Down]] in this theme. | ** {{Shadows of the Retribution|notbold=}}. He gains "optional" [[Take Down]] in this theme. | ||
− | * | + | * '''''Other Factions |
− | ** | + | ** Mercenary models can be hired by other Factions. Normally those Factions' themes will have a limit on how many models they can hire. Refer to [[#Other Theme Forces]], below. |
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= Thoughts on Sylys = | = Thoughts on Sylys = | ||
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=== Combos & Synergies === | === Combos & Synergies === | ||
* Any caster can make use of an extra focus. | * Any caster can make use of an extra focus. | ||
− | * Combine Arcane Secrets with Puppet Master from [[ | + | * Combine Arcane Secrets with Puppet Master from [[Eilish1]] for extra damage potential, or with Telementry from the [[Hermit]] for extra accurate spells. |
=== Drawbacks & Downsides === | === Drawbacks & Downsides === |
Latest revision as of 23:56, 19 November 2023
Sylys Wyshnalyrr, the Seeker Mercenary, & Retribution Partisan, Seeker Character Solo - (Warcaster Attachment) |
Mixed How usable this model is in Mk IV depends on the Faction:
You can view the Mk3 models that made it into a Legacy Army at this page. |
An Iosan scholar well versed in the arcane arts, Sylys Wyshnalyrr barters his talents to the armies of the Iron Kingdoms in exchange for access to their libraries and safe passage across their lands. Given Sylys’ attention, even the most puissant warcaster would find his own sorcerous ability strengthened, gaining an invaluable edge in battle.
Contents
Basic Info
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Mercenary - This model will work for Crucible Guard, Cygnar, Khador, Protectorate, or for Retribution.
- Partisan [ Retribution of Scyrah ] - When included in a Retribution of Scyrah army, this model/unit is a Retribution of Scyrah model/unit instead of a Mercenary model/unit.
Attached - Before the start of the game, attach this model to a friendly warcaster for the rest of the game. Each warcaster can have only one model/unit attached to it.
Abilities
- Arcane Assist - If its warcaster is in this model's command range during your Control Phase, the warcaster can upkeep one spell without spending focus.
- Arcane Secrets (★ Action) - RNG CMD. Target this model's warcaster. If the warcaster is in range, it gains an additional die on magic attack rolls and magic damage rolls for the next spell it casts. Discard the lowest die in each roll. Arcane Secrets lasts for one turn.
- Spiritual Conduit - While its warcaster is in this model's command range, when the warcaster casts a spell and is the point of origin for the spell, the spell gains +2 RNG.
Weapons
- Staff of Seeking - 2" reach, P+S 7 melee attack
Theme Forces
- Mercenary
- Llaelese Resistance
- Soldiers of Fortune. This model gains Mark Target in this theme.
- The Irregulars
- Retribution
- As a Mercenary, Sylys can go in every Retribution theme. However, he will use up your "Up to one Merc solo" slot (most of the time).
- Defenders of Ios. He doesn't use up your Merc slot in this theme. Also, he gains Reposition [3] in this theme.
- Forges of War. He doesn't use up your Merc slot in this theme.
- Legions of Dawn
- Shadows of the Retribution. He gains "optional" Take Down in this theme.
- Other Factions
- Mercenary models can be hired by other Factions. Normally those Factions' themes will have a limit on how many models they can hire. Refer to #Other Theme Forces, below.
Thoughts on Sylys
Sylys in a nutshell
Sylys buffs your caster's spell output. Between providing extra range, better accuracy and damage, and the potential for more focus to throw into spells, if you're planning on casting offensive spells most turns you should seriously consider his inclusion. Walk him to near wherever you expect your warcaster to finish their turn, use Arcane Secrets, and you're done. He is generally not good enough to be taken for the free upkeep alone. Best used with spellslingers.
Combos & Synergies
- Any caster can make use of an extra focus.
- Combine Arcane Secrets with Puppet Master from Eilish1 for extra damage potential, or with Telementry from the Hermit for extra accurate spells.
Drawbacks & Downsides
- He is squishy, and if engaged he can't effectively free himself from anything but the weakest models, so keep him as far back as possible, preferably with some cover or LOS-blocking terrain between him and enemy models.
- His points cost is not negligible, so if your caster won't be casting many offensive spells it may be worth considering other attachments in his place.
- There is a bit of a model placement puzzle to be aware of, thanks to his pitiful command range - you want Sylys to finish his move ...
- within 5" of where your caster is (so you can use Arcane Secrets before activating the caster),
- but also within 5" of where your caster will be (so you can use Arcane Assist next turn).
- Also note that, since Arcane Secrets is a 'Target' ability, you have to be looking at your caster. So if you walk Sylys forwards to where your caster will be, you have to look back at the caster's current position, and this can expose Sylys' back arc. At best, with 180° vision, you'll be side-on to your enemy.
Tricks & Tips
- Remember that Arcane Secrets triggers on the first spell your warcaster casts, not the first offensive spell. If you mess up and cast a buff on a friendly model as your first spell, you've wasted it.
- Arcane Secrets applies to all damage rolls for the spell it triggers on: all hits for a Chain Lightning would get the extra dice, as would all models hit by either template from Chain Blast.
Other
Trivia
- This model has a limited edition sculpt, released in 2019.04.
- Originally released in the Warmachine: Wrath expansion (2011)
- The almost vowelless name Sylys Wyshnalyrr has led to a few nicknames over time. The most common is "Wish nailer", followed by "Silly Wishnailer".
- With the pin-up alternate released, you can expect some people to call her "Wish nail 'er"
Other Theme Forces
Khador (Edit) | Cygnar (Edit) |
Crucible Guard (Edit) |
Other Faction models
Rules Clarifications
Rules Clarification: : Magical Damage (Edit) | |
* The "Damage Type: Magical" is not inherited by "secondary" damage from a weapon. That is, stuff like arcs (Electro Leap) or hazards (Scather). (Infernal Ruling)
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Rules Clarification: : Partisan (Edit) | |
Which Faction am I?
Attachments
Partisan warcasters
Partisans & Theme Forces (Edit)
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Rules Clarification : Attached (Edit)
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Rules Clarification : Arcane Assist and/or Arcane Support (Edit)
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Rules Clarification : Arcane Secrets (Edit)
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Rules Clarification : Spiritual Conduit - None yet. (Edit)
- Seeker
- Character
- Solo
- Model
- Mercenary
- Does have Mk4 rules
- Crucible Guard Mercenary
- Cygnar Mercenary
- Khador Mercenary
- Protectorate of Menoth Mercenary
- Retribution of Scyrah Mercenary
- Partisan
- Attached
- Arcane Assist
- Arcane Secrets
- Spiritual Conduit
- Magical Damage
- Llaelese Resistance
- Soldiers of Fortune
- The Irregulars
- Defenders of Ios
- Forges of War
- Legions of Dawn
- Shadows of the Retribution
- Limited Edition Sculpt
- Armored Korps
- Jaws of the Wolf
- Legion of Steel
- Winter Guard Kommand
- Gravediggers
- Heavy Metal
- Sons of the Tempest
- Storm Division
- Magnum Opus