The Soulblight Gravelords battletome is up for pre-order this Saturday, and there are plenty of vampiric dynasties to choose from. However, only one of them affords you the advancement opportunities of the Legion of Night. Today, we’ll explain why serving Mannfred is far better for you than other, weedier bloodlines.
The Mortarch of Night is canny, and willing to do whatever it takes to succeed, including setting aside petty grievances – if only the same could be said for Neferata and the others. We combed through the Legion of Night recruitment materials and they had a lot of good things to say. Here are the top five reasons to throw in your lot with Mannfred.
1. You’ll Always Have Plenty of Support
Eternity can be lonely, but when you’re surrounded by the very finest necromancers,* new friends are easy to make. As long as you’re not too picky.
Why not make the most of your units of undead hordes by making them hard to put down? Your enemy will have to work extra hard to take them out, buying you time to get your best vampiric units into place.
Of course, you’ll want your vampires ready to pounce when the time is right – would it surprise you to learn Mannfred has a plan for just that?
2. You’ll Stay One Step Ahead
Why fight harder, when you can fight smarter? You’re better than the hot-headed Kastelai, always charging right into danger. When you’re lucky enough to learn from the greatest tactical mind under Nagash himself,** you’ll never be caught wrong-footed.
Holding back up to half your army is a risky tool to use, but it makes the Legion of Night highly reactive, adapting well to battlefield conditions. Plus, it’s safer to keep some distance until you’re ready.
Legion of Night armies can take vicious Vargheists as Battleline units, allowing you to build a highly mobile army that can threaten the entire battlefield. Their Mortarch also treats them better than the filthy Avengorii.***
Combined with the other rules to modify how you set up your army, you’ll run roughshod over your enemy’s best-laid plans with a bag of tricks to keep them guessing.
3. There Are Boundless Opportunities for Advancement
Mannfred appreciates a go-getter more than most, and there’s always a place for those with ambition, confidence, and a great attitude. He helps those who help themselves, so don’t hesitate to take advantage of every opportunity for self-advancement.
You’ll have plenty of time to learn new tactics and schemes in your eternal undeath. Of course, there are plenty of ways to keep you from getting bored, which leads us to the next perk.
4. Enjoy Exclusive Swag and Rewards
While you’re expected to work diligently, Mannfred knows a satisfied vampire is a more productive vampire. He’s generous enough to share a fraction of his fabulous wealth with grateful vassals.
Each dynasty has access to their own Artefacts of Power – Legion of Night heroes can plunder the Vaults of Carstinia. As one of the highest-ranking and longest-serving of all Nagash’s Mortarchs, he has amassed an enviable collection of potent artefacts.
One of the very best reasons to join the Legion of Night, however, is the chance to fight alongside the man himself.
5. Your Boss Is Always There When You Need Him
Unlike the callous Neferata, who’s so busy with her own plans she doesn’t even notice her subordinates, Mannfred’s always got an eye on you. If you’re ever in a pinch, he’s quick to come to your aid, even if he has to take some time out of his busy schedule to fit you in.
Your opponent will have to prepare for Mannfred’s arrival everywhere at once, giving you a massive psychological advantage.
If you’re convinced that the Legion of Night is the one for you, you can order Mannfred von Carstein right now and get him ready to lead his troops to victory. The new Soulblight Gravelords goodies will be up for pre-order this weekend, including the battletome and loads of new units to raise your armies.
Check back tomorrow for a look at his most bitter rival…
* This claim is not verified by anyone outside the Legion of Night, and is broadly disputed by all other vampiric dynasties, as well as every other faction in the entire Grand Alliance of Death.
** This claim is not verified by anyone outside the Legion of Night, and is broadly disputed by all other vampiric dynasties, as well as every other faction in the entire Grand Alliance of Death.
*** This claim is not verified by anyone outside the Legion of Night, and the Avengorii have declared it lies and slander.