Necron Royal Warden

The Necron Royal Warden: The Right Hand of the Eternal Lords

The Necron Royal Warden is an elite warrior who stands alongside the Phaerons and Necron Overlords, ensuring the discipline and efficiency of their forces. Unlike ordinary Necron Warriors, he possesses greater tactical autonomy and superior intelligence, making him an essential officer on the battlefield.

Lore: The Silent Commander of the Steel Legions

Before the Biotransference, Royal Wardens were trusted generals, strategists, and lieutenants serving under the greatest nobles of the Necron dynasties. During the transition to mechanical immortality, these officers retained much of their intellectual and strategic capabilities, unlike the simple Necron Warriors, whose minds were reduced to cold obedience.

The role of the Royal Warden is not only to protect his overlord but also to coordinate the forces around him. If a Necron Overlord or Phaeron is on the battlefield, his Royal Warden ensures that the troops remain in formation and advance without faltering, reigniting the offensive at the key moment. He embodies the order and discipline of the Necron legions, ensuring the relentless advance of the war machine, even in the face of adversity.

Some legends tell of paranoid Phaerons who gave their Royal Wardens immutable orders, forcing them to monitor not only their enemies but also other Necron nobles who might turn to treason. In rare cases, a Royal Warden has executed a Lord who became a threat to the Dynasty, his elimination deemed the most logical option for the preservation of the Dynasty.

Battlefield Role: The Unwavering Leader

The Royal Warden is not merely a bodyguard. His primary role is to ensure that Necron troops, particularly Necron Warriors, remain operational and advance relentlessly. He is a true tactical officer, facilitating the resurgence of Necron forces and preventing his soldiers from scattering.

Key Points in the Game:

• Offensive Reigniter: With his Adaptive Strategy ability, he can ignore retreat restrictions and allow Necron Warriors to fire after falling back.

• Durable yet mobile: He is more resilient than a simple Necron Lord, with increased toughness and superior armor.

• Specialized Weaponry: Equipped with a Relic Gauss Blaster, an enhanced version of Gauss weaponry, he can eliminate enemies at mid-range with lethal precision.

Equipment: Enhanced Gauss Weaponry

The Necron Royal Warden wields a Relic Gauss Blaster, a technologically advanced weapon designed to unleash energy bursts capable of disintegrating matter. Unlike conventional Gauss rifles, this blaster has an improved rate of fire, perfect for taking down priority targets from a distance while advancing inexorably across the battlefield.

Durability and Mobility

Although he does not wield the imposing shield of the Lychguard, the Royal Warden possesses far greater resilience than standard troops. His mobility and ability to grant additional movement to allied units make him a key piece in any Necron army.

How to Play Him?

The Royal Warden is an essential unit for optimizing the effectiveness of Necron Warriors and ensuring smooth battlefield progression. Here are some strategies to make the most of him:

• Support for Necron Warriors: Pair him with squads of Necron Warriors to maximize their ability to fire after a retreat and reposition strategically.

• Flank Control: He can be used to reinforce a flank and prevent the collapse of a front line.

• Protection of Key Characters: If accompanying a Lord or Overlord, he ensures their survival by absorbing part of the attacks that could reach them.

Summary

The Necron Royal Warden is an invaluable tactical asset for any army that relies on a solid and methodical frontline. As a leader, strategist, and elite fighter, he ensures that Necron legions advance without faltering and exploit every opportunity on the battlefield.

Whether reinforcing Necron Warriors or supporting a Lord in his conquest, he stands ever ready—unyielding and methodical—embodying the cold perfection of the immortal dynasties.

⚠️ "Nothing shall stop the return of the Necrons... Not even death." ⚠️