[chrisness]

Hey guys,

I recently decided to create a side project army while I reinforce my Tau army. This is largely due to the fact that I have a lot of friends who wont shell out the cash to play the game....which I have no problem with (remember, this is not the topic of discussion). The three armies that I have been especially interested in are the Orks, Space Marines (Blood Angels), and the Imperial Guard. I was wondering what your thoughts were? I would like something fun to paint, and a faction that plays a very balanced game (good at close combat and shooting) as it would be used to get beginners into the game. Money is not too much of an issue since I wont be purchasing too much at once. Also, I am interested in picking up a faction that can field quite a few units (this is not required, but would be nice). The reason behind this is, when playing a game with a new player, I don't want to hear "Why do you have more guys then me?" Thanks in advance!


-Chrisness

[sarnas]

Hmm. Imperial guard have a good range of variety, and can field MANY units. I think in sheer numbers they could perform well in CC, while having a bristling number of ranged weapons. Add the range of tanks to that... Plus you can paint the guard in any which way, so i vote for them!

[Droids_Rule]

Given your desires, I'd go with Blood Angels or Orks. They both have a good mix of ranged and CC, although Orks win in the numbers department.

[chrisness]

I like the looks of the Orks as well, I'll probably end up going with them. However, the tanks of the Imperial Guard are very cool, so I am still in the decision process.

[Sitarangi]

Well you're request is kind of vauge- no offense, I'll just say what I say to everyone who is unsure about what army to pick: pick an army that looks cool, worry about how they play later.....

[Saint]

Orks are a blast to model and paint , and have a good range of vehicle models because you are encouraged to make things Orky.
They are also very different playing style .

Originally Posted by chrisness

However, the tanks of the Imperial Guard are very cool, so I am still in the decision process.

Orks can have looted Imperial Guard and Space Marine tanks . ;D

[Droids_Rule]

Originally Posted by Sitarangi

Well you're request is kind of vauge- no offense, I'll just say what I say to everyone who is unsure about what army to pick: pick an army that looks cool, worry about how they play later.....

Yeah, I agree. I just go by looks alone.

[chrisness]

Originally Posted by Saint

Orks are a blast to model and paint , and have a good range of vehicle models because you are encouraged to make things Orky.
They are also very different playing style .

Orks can have looted Imperial Guard and Space Marine tanks . ;D

Sold, I never even thought of that. Thanks!

-Chrisness

If you want something balanced than out of the three Armies I would say Blood Angels. Although Orks are just fun to play with and collect...

[chrisness]

Ya, I'm pretty sure I am going to go with Orks because, as I said, it is mainly for friends that visit and want to play a quick game. I really like the look of the Orks and I love the idea of some looted Leman Russes to add to my collection.