The Crimson Eagles are the meanest, hardest fighting free company to ever fight in the ongoing wars of the city states of Tilea or in the wars fought against incursions of Undead and Chaos Dwarfs in the Border Princes. They were first formed by Captain Kalin to fight against the Undead invasion of the Border Marches and the Border Princes. Since that time they have fought many campaigns amongst the Border Princes and the city-states of Tilea. They have also fought in expeditions against the Caliphs of Araby. The Crimson Eagles were formed from condemned men saved from the gallows to fight against the hordes of Undead. They were taken to the gallows and let drop as if they were actually being hung with the rope around their neck, only it was not secured at the other end, so they fell to the ground. The men chosen were read by a powerful sorceress to make sure the right ones were chosen. They were taken to a secret base and trained intensively for several months to fight in the way of the legions. They have gained the reputation of being totally fearless in battle, as they have already been hung for crimes they have nothing to lose and everything to gain. They fight with cold precision that is gained by knowing you have nothing to lose.
At present their Captain hires them out to fight in the wars of the different nations, but he will not hire out to Chaos, or to evil lords. There must be an element of the just in any cause he takes up.
Kalin, Captain of the Crimson Eagles...........371 points including magic items
It is said by many that Kalin must be of Elven blood as he has fought for several decades in battles all over the Old World. It is said that he has even fought in battles in far Cathay and in the mysterious Southlands. What is known is that he is a master tactician and he has created the finest free company in the known world. His reputation is such that he draws the highest bids for the services of his company and himself. He is a tall, slender man of dark hair and fair skin, with the lightest eyes anyone has ever looked upon. His eyes can turn as cold as ice when he is confronted, or they can warm to the colour of a spring sky. He is an enigmatic figure, and no one knows exactly from where he came. He has friends at the highest levels in Courts ranging from that of the Emperor to the Princes of Tilea and beyond. Kalin has fought Undead, Chaos, and many other strange creatures in his career, and he has a reputation for being both very good at what he does and being very lucky.
| Profile | M | WS | BS | S | T | W | I | A | Ld |
| Kalin | 5 | 7 | 7 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 9 | 4 | 10 |
| Bretonnian Warhorse | 8 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 5 |
Weapons: The Sword of Varlind, Horn Bow.
Armour: The Armour of Varlind, which includes a shield.
Save: 1+, followed by 4+ special save
Magic Items: Kalin may only have The Sword of Varlind, and The Armour of Varlind.
Rides: Kalin rides a warhorse.
Special Rules
Kalin is immune to all psychology tests and break tests. Kalin may infiltrate on foot.
The Sword of Varlind is a great bronze curved single edge sword of a very ancient design. It appears to be very heavy, but is actually no heavier to the user than a short sword, and it has perfect balance. The Sword is indestructible, and cannot be affected by magic. The Sword gives the bearer +2 Strength, and +1 to his WS. It allows no saves except magic saves. Kalin Only |
The Armour of Varlind is an antique appearing suit of white scale armour with golden trim and runes worked upon it. The armour cannot be affected by any magic item or spell. The armour includes a white shield worked with gold runes and sigils with a gold boss and rim. The shield or armour never shows any signs of damage and appear to be indestructible, as they are in fact. The armour gives the bearer a 2+ armour save, followed by a 4+ special save. Kalin Only |
Sergeant Lang.................105 points including magic item
Sergeant Lang has fought with the Crimson Eagles for almost 20 years, and he has created a reputation as a fine swordsman and fighter. He has a reputation of being a strong disciplinarian but fair to his men. He always takes care of his men and sees that they have the equipment and supplies they need to succeed.
| Profile | M | WS | BS | S | T | W | I | A | Ld |
| Lang | 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 5 | 3 | 9 |
| Bretonnian Warhorse | 8 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 5 |
Weapons: Relic Sword
Armour: Light armour and shield.
Save: 3+
Magic Items: Lang may only carry a Relic Sword.
Rides: Sergeant Lang rides a barded Bretonnian Warhorse.
Special Rules
Lang is immune to all psychology tests and break tests. Lang may infiltrate on foot.
Corporal Frost, Standard Bearer of the Crimson Eagles.........................145 points with magic item
Corporal Frost is the Standard Bearer for the Crimson Eagles, and he carries the great Eagle Banner. He has won this post through his dedication and his fearlessness in combat. Frost is known to be a hard fighter and a tireless campaigner. He is also third in command of the Crimson Eagles.
| Profile | M | WS | BS | S | T | W | I | A | Ld |
| Frost | 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 5 | 3 | 8 |
| Bretonnian Warhorse | 8 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 5 |
Weapons: Sword, Lance, and Horn Bow.
Armour: Light armour and shield.
Save: 3+
Magic Items: Frost carries The Eagle Banner.
Rides: Frost rides a barded Bretonnian Warhorse.
Special Rules
Frost is immune to all psychology tests and break tests. Frost may infiltrate on foot.
The Eagle Banner is a great golden banner emblazened with a large crimson eagle. The banner has been ensorcerelled to give the following benefits. The unit carrying the banner recieves +1 on all armour saves, and +1 to their hand to hand combat result. Frost Only |
Troopers of the Crimson Eagle.....................41 points
The Troopers of the Crimson Eagle are trained to fight both mounted and afoot. When mounted they use a long lance called a kontos. When fighting afoot they use a short sword and a pilum, and fight in shield-wall formations. They are trained to respond to their Commander and NCOs' commands instantaneously.
| Profile | M | WS | BS | S | T | W | I | A | Ld |
| Trooper | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 8 |
| Bretonnian Warhorse | 8 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 5 |
Size of the Unit: The Troopers of the Crimson Eagle may never exceed 20 troopers.
Weapons
Mounted: Lance, Sword
Dismounted: Sword and Pilum
Armour
Mounted: Light Armour and shield
Dismounted: Light armour and shield
Save
Mounted: 3+
Dismounted: 5+
Rides: The Troopers of the Crimson Eagle ride barded Bretonnian Warhorses.
Special Rules
The Troopers of the Crimson Eagle are immune to all fear, terror, and panic tests. The Troopers may infiltrate on foot.
Archers of the Crimson Eagle.....................42 points
The Archers of the Crimson Eagle are trained to fight both mounted and afoot. When mounted they use a long lance called a kontos. When fighting afoot they use a short sword and a pilum, and fight in shield-wall formations. They are trained to respond to their Commander and NCOs' commands instantaneously.
| Profile | M | WS | BS | S | T | W | I | A | Ld |
| Archer | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 8 |
| Bretonnian Warhorse | 8 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 5 |
Size of the Unit: The Archers of the Crimson Eagle may never exceed 10 troopers.
Weapons
Mounted: Horn Bow, Sword
Dismounted: Sword and Horn Bow
Armour
Mounted: Light Armour and shield
Dismounted: Light armour and shield
Save
Mounted: 3+
Dismounted: 5+
Rides: The Archers of the Crimson Eagle ride barded Bretonnian Warhorses.
Special Rules
The Archers of the Crimson Eagle are immune to all fear, terror, and panic tests. The Archers may infiltrate on foot. The Archers may fire in two ranks, or they may be a second rank within the main unit and fire over the first rank. The formation for this would be a rank of Troopers, a rank of Archers, and further ranks of Troopers and Archers. When they fight this way, all ranks up to four count for rank bonus. Also, when fighting this way, hits are randomised between the Troopers and the Archers if they are from missile fire.
The Archers of the Crimson Eagle are a detachment of the main unit, the Troopers of the Crimson Eagles, and may not operate alone.
Crimson Eagles Special Rules
The Crimson Eagles, when fighting mounted, may use the Lance formation.
When dismounted, they may form a shieldwall with the archers in a second rank able to fire over the first rank. The formation for this would be a rank of Troopers, a rank of Archers, and further ranks of Troopers and Archers. When they fight this way, all ranks up to four count for rank bonus. Also, when fighting this way, hits are randomised between the Troopers and the Archers if they are from missile fire. The shieldwall formation gives a +1 to armour saves. It doubles all penalties for difficult terrain.
The unit can also fight in skirmish formation if need be.
You must have figures for both mounted and dismounted Troopers.
Pilum
The pilum is thrown just before contact is made whenever the Troopers charge or are charged, reulting in hand-to-hand combat. Work this out during the hand-to-hand combat phase before any other combat, no matter who has the higher Initiative. Use the Trooper's Ballistic Skill for hit determination. If a hit roll is successfully made, the effects will be as follow: The weapon will cause a S4 hit with a -1 save mod. If the figure saves, roll a d6 and if a 5 or 6 is rolled, then the enemy's armor class is worsened by 1, i.e. a 4+ will become a 5+.
Horn Bow
The Horn Bow is a powerful recurved composite bow of a type used by the Nomads of the Great Northern Steppes. It is designed for maximum penetrating power and to be used by a mounted archer. It has a max range of 30", and hits with a Strength 4 with a -1 save modifier.
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