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[[Trollbloods]] [[Category:Trollbloods]] [[:Category:Storm of the North|Storm of the North]][[Category:Storm of the North]] [[:Category:Legacy|Legacy]] [[Category:Legacy]] [[:Category:Warlock|Warlock]][[Category:Warlock]] [[Category:Leader]]
[[:Category:Trollbloods|Trollbloods]] [[:Category:Storm of the North|Storm of the North]]   [[:Category:Northkin|Northkin]] [[:Category:Trollkin|Trollkin]] [[:Category:Warlock|Warlock]] [[:Category:Leader|Leader]]


=Model stats and abilities=
[[Category:Trollbloods]]
[[Category:Storm of the North]]
[[Category:Prime]]
[[Category:Legacy]]
[[Category:Warlock]]
[[Category:Leader]]
[[Category:Trollkin]]
[[Category:Northkin]]


<table>
 
  <tr>
== Model stats and abilities ==
      <td style = "border: 1px solid grey; vertical-align: top;">
{{Model-stats  
{{Model-stats
| name = Borka2
| name = Hellyth
| base = 50mm
| base = 30 mm
| fa = C
| hp   = 15
| hp = 18
| spd   = 7
| spd = 7  
| aat   = 6
| aat=6
| mat   = 6
| mat = 8
| rat   = 7
| rat = 5
| def   = 14
| def = 14  
| arm   = 17
| arm = 18
| arc   = 7
| arc = 5
| ctrl  = 12
| ctrl = 12  
| abilities =
{{AbilitySingle| Unstoppable}}
{{AbilitySingle| Tough}}
{{AbilitySingle| Resistance:Cold}}
{{AbilitySingle| Pathfinder}}
{{AbilitySingle| Dual Attack}}
{{AbilitySingle| Cavalry}}
{{AbilitySingle| Attuned Spirit}}
{{AbilitySingle| Defiant Rage}}
{{AbilitySingle| Reposition|3}}
{{AbilityComplex|main=Field Marshal|sub1=Northkin}}
{{AbilitySingle| Resourceful}}
}}
}}
</td>
      <td style = "border: 1px solid grey; vertical-align: top;"> <table >
          {{Model Advantage | advantage = Resistance Fire | icon = Resistance Fire}}
          {{Model Advantage | advantage = Resistance Corrosion| icon = Resistance Corrosion}}
          {{Model Advantage | advantage = Pathfinder| icon = Pathfinder}}                   
          {{Model Advantage | advantage = Dual Attack | icon = Dual_attack}} Corrosion}}
          {{Model Advantage | advantage = Tough| icon = Tough}} 
          {{Model Advantage | advantage = Undead | icon = Undead}}
          {{Field Marshal | ability = Hyper-Aggressive}}           
          {{Model Ability | ability = Arcane Machinery}}
          {{Model Ability | ability = Arcane Calibrations}}
          {{Model Ability | ability = Ionization}}
          {{Model Ability | ability = Vexing Alignment}}
          {{Star Attack | ability = Death Rattle}}
          {{Star Attack| ability = Marionette}}
          {{Star Action| ability = Pupppet Master}}
          {{Model Ability | ability = Prowl}}
          {{Model Ability | ability = Reposition}}
          {{Model Ability | ability = Take Down}}
          {{Veteran Leader | ability = Assault Kommando}}
      </table> </td>
</table>
{{Warcaster}}
=Weapons=
  <table style="border-collapse: collapse;>      <tr>
<th>Weapon</th><th>Type</th><th>Stats</th><th>Specials</th>
  </tr>
        {WEAPONNAME1}}
        {WEAPONNAME2}}
</table>
=Feat=
FEATNAME
{{#ifexist: Template:Errata-FEATNAME|
{{Template:Errata-FEATNAME}}
|  }}
=Spells=
{{SPELLNAME}}
{{SPELLNAME}}
==Spell Rack (Slots 2)==
=Errata=
No Errata specifically for this model. Ability errata will appear in an expandable box next to the rule (Pistol, for example).
=Changes and Updates=
=Lore=
=Trivia=
=Battle Reports=
=Videos=


 
==Weapons==
 
{{Weapon | weapon= Bomb| type = R | rng = 8 | rof = 1 | aoe = 2 | pow = 12/6| loc = - | abilities =}}
----------LEGACY------------
{{Weapon | weapon= Trauma| type = M | rng = 2 | rof = - | aoe = - | pow = 15| loc = - | abilities = {{AbilityOptions|Critical|Smite}}{{AbilitySingle|Damage Type:Magical}}
 
 
''As war continues to consume the lands of the trollkin, Borka, Vengeance of the Rimeshaws rides atop his powerful northern bear Arktos like a savage chieftain of old, bringing swift death to his enemies. The northern wind follows Borka, freezing his enemies in their tracks to stand helpless before the onslaught.''
 
=Basic Info=
{{Infobox-Model
| name = [[Borka|Borka2]]
| image = BorkaVengeanceoftheRimeshaws.jpg
| base = Large
| spd  = 7
| str  = 9
| mat  = 8
| rat  = 5
| def  = 14
| arm = 18
| fury  = 5
| hp    = 18
| wbp  = 27
| fa    = C
}}
}}
 
{{Weapon | weapon= Bear Hands| type = M | rng = 1 | rof = - | aoe = - | pow = 14| loc = - | abilities = {{AbilitySingle|Knockdown}}{{AbilitySingle|Trash}}
* {{Warlock}}
 
=== Feat: Ice Storm ===
# While in Borka's {{CTRL}} range, models gain [[Stealth]].
# When an enemy model without [[Immunity: Cold]] hits one or more friendly models in Borka's {{CTRL}} range with [[Immunity: Cold]] with a melee attack, the enemy mdoel becomes [[Stationary]] for one round after the attack is resolved.
: Ice Storm lasts for one round. [[Category: Stealth Feat]] [[Category: Stationary Feat]]
{{Tipbox|Enemy models gain Stealth too.}}
 
=== Abilities ===
* {{Assault}}
* {{Cavalry}}
* {{Cold Immunity}}
* {{Pathfinder}}
* {{Tough}}
* {{Attuned Spirit|Northkin}}
* {{Defiant Rage}}
* {{Field Marshal|[[Northkin]]|become Northkin models and gain [[Immunity: Cold]].}} [[Category: Northkin Field Marshal]] [[Category: Cold Immunity Field Marshal]]
* {{Reposition 3}}
 
=== Weapons  ===
{|class="wikitable"
{{Ranged|Bomb|8|aoe=3|12| }}
{{Melee|Trauma|2|6|15|
* {{Magical Weapon}}
* {{Critical Smite}} }}
{{Mount|0.5|14|
* {{Knockdown}}
* {{Trash}} }}
|}
 
=== Spells ===
{{Spellbox|
{{Battle-Charged}}
{{Frost Hammer}}
{{Snow Shroud}}
}}
}}
==Spells==
{{Spellbox|Boundless Charge}}
{{Spellbox|Frostbite}}
{{Spellbox|Snow Shroud}}


===Theme Forces===
===Spell Rack===
* '''''Trollbloods
Legacy models have no access to spell racks.
** {{Band of Heroes}}. In this theme he gains [[Take Down|"Optional Take Down"]].
** {{Kriel Company}}
** {{Power of Dhunia}}. In this theme he can start the game with friendly upkeeps in play.
** {{Storm of the North}}. In this theme he can upkeep spells on (almost) any friendly model for free.
** {{Vengeance of Dhunia}}. In this theme he gains [[Attuned Spirit]] [Trollblood/Minion Warbeast].


* '''''Other Factions
==Warlock Rules==
** '''[[Minion]]''' players can also use this warlock in the [[Vengeance of Dhunia]] and he gains Attuned Spirit as mentioned above.
{{Category:Warlock}}
===Feat===
Ice Storm:


# While in Borka's control range, models gain stealth.
# When an enemy model without Resistance:Cold hits one or more friendly models in Borka's control range with Resistance:Cold with a melee attack during its Combat Action, the enemy model becomes stationary for one round at the end of its activation.
# Ice Storm lasts for one round.


=Thoughts on Borka2=
==Changes and Updates==
===Borka2 in a nutshell===
===Mk3 to Mk4===
Borka has become, after the Northkin became a sub-faction, a nasty all-comers warlock with the ability to protect his army from shooting thanks to Snow Shroud, and the ability to wreck most things that attack his army on feat turn.
*


Borka himself is a brutal brawler.
==Lore==
 
''As war continues to consume the lands of the trollkin, Borka, Vengeance of the Rimeshaws rides atop his powerful northern bear Arktos like a savage chieftain of old, bringing swift death to his enemies. The northern wind follows Borka, freezing his enemies in their tracks to stand helpless before the onslaught.''
===Feat thoughts===
His feat is brutal and allows you to take the alpha strike from most enemies; if the enemies hit your people in melee they become stationary - especially brutal against models with multiple attacks. If you're lucky you tough out as well.
 
* His feat is great for tanking the alpha strike.
* The stealth portion of his feat applies to all models (including enemies) in his control area.  This can randomly matter in various situations and is worth keeping in mind.
 
===Spell thoughts===
* Battle Charged is normally cast on turn 1 and upkept (for free in [[Storm of the North]]).
* Snow Shroud - control area concealment, puts [[Northkin Raiders]] and [[Northkin Fire Eaters]] up to Def 15.  Gives stealth to the Bears and Pyg Lookouts.  Plus makes Bearka himself Def 16 against ranged which helps a lot with his large base.
* Frost Hammer - a good spell on paper but very situational for Bearka.  He's only FURY 5 so hitting is going to be an issue much of the time.  The [[Trollkin Runebearer]] though can make good use of this spell.  If you have a [[Hearthgut Hooch Hauler]] in the army it's Veteran Leader ability will give both of them +1 to hit which is helpful.  Also the Northkin Elder on the Stone can turn it into a Pow 14.  All situational but worth keeping in your back pocket.
 
===Drawbacks & Downsides===
 
* He's a big target and easy to shoot, however tough he is.
* His feat doesn't work against huge bases.
* His anti-shooting tech is decent but nothing great.
 
===Tricks & Tips===
* Defiant Rage does not affect his mount damage.
* Attuned Spirit stacks with his Field Marshal, so he can cast the animus of ''any'' beast in his battlegroup.
 
=List Building Advice=
===Strategy===
Borka is a personally powerful brawler who tries to win by attrition, minimizing the alpha strike by freezing it solid, and then beating the enemies to a pulp. He sometimes wins by assassination by playing forward, getting further up the board through a counter-charge onto a charge lane, and then beating the enemy to a pulp - but his primary win condition is by beating up the enemy army.
 
===Theme Thoughts===
The stationary portion of his feat only affects cold-immune models and therefore is not as useful in [[Band of Heroes]] or [[Kriel Company]]. Thus, his best two bulds are in [[Storm of the North]] and [[Power of Dhunia]] and are very distinct from another.
 
In Power of Dhunia he goes all in on Battle Charged with a large battlegroup. He'll typically run Rök, Mulg, 2 EBDTs, and Axer and a Storm Troll. The rest of the points go to a maximum Krielstone with the Stone Scribe Elder and a Swamp Gobber Bellows Crew, the free models being 2 Whelps and the Rune Bearer.
 
His Storm of the North lists feature a small battlegroup, consisting of a Mauler, an EBDT and a Pyre Troll, the rest is infantry (that is, double Bears, double Fire Eaters, Raiders and a maximum Stone with the Northkin Elder), since Northkin Infantry is superb.
 
Individual choices are discussed below.
 
<u>'''[[Storm of the North]]'''</u>
 
The most popular choices are:
* [[Northkin Raiders]] are Northkin, have Pathfinder, are DEF 15 against ranged and magic attacks from shooting, and Advance deploy. They make an excellent crumple zone.
* The [[Northkin Bear Handler & Battle Bears]] are tough enough to take charges and live - but more importantly his granting them concealment grants them Stealth. And who doesn't love bears with the bear warlock.
* [[Northkin Fire Eaters]] are excellent.  Bringing a Pyre Troll to light them up is frequently hard but since Borka loves the Pyre Troll animus he doesn't mind spending the points.
If you want to mix it up a bit, consider these:
* [[Long Riders]] and [[Horthol]] can keep up with his intended pace and hit hard - even impact-attacking their way through frozen enemies extremely effectively.
* [[Trollkin Champions]] can really make enemies suffer when they get the charge
* [[Pyg Lookouts]] also have Stealth with Bearka, but Mark Target isn't really essential for him or his troops.
 
<u>'''[[Kriel Company]]'''</u>
 
These is nothing in Kriel Company for Borka that he can't also find in SotN, so don't bother.
 
<u>'''[[Band of Heroes]]'''</u>
 
Similarly, there is nothing for him in the Band that he can't find elsewhere.
 
<u>'''[[Power of Dhunia]]'''</u>
 
This theme is obviously all about his battlegroup, which technically isn't theme specific, so you will find an in-depht discussion of that down below.
* [[Mulg the Ancient]] should be noted here however, since you can't field him anywhere else (unless you run out of theme, which is subobtimal. Mulg sports a 2" reach club with crit-smite, which is nice for counter change, he brings some anti-magic and anti-incorporeal tech and Primal Rage, which makes him suprisingly nimble during the opponent's turn. Furthermore, his animus makes him an Arc Node for Frost Hammer.
* [[Troll Whelps]]: A mainstay for PoD, because they get in the way, are annoying and come both back and for free in the theme.


{{Header|Support models & Minions- Various themes}}
==Trivia==
 
Available in all themes is the [[Krielstone Bearer & Stone Scribes]] of course.
 
* [[Lanyssa]] is the first and foremost choice for him, due to Hunters Mark. She also profits from the coldstone damage buff and on top of that, she works with his feat.
* A [[Swamp Gobber Bellows Crew]] is an excellent pointfiller, as always.
* The [[Swamp Gobber Chef]] is another such point filler, that provides fury management and contests when needed.
 
===Battlegroup===
Borka is only a FURY 5 warlock however this limitation can be mitigated somewhat.  His Attuned Spirit ability allows him to cast the animus of any warbeast in his battlegroup for free each turn.  Plus the Runebearer increasing his control range to 12" makes a huge difference.  Throw in some whelps and he can handle enough beasts to do what he needs to.
 
*  [[Rök]] - A Stumbling Drunk heavy warbeast is great. And hilarious. He's also very hard hitting on the counter-charge, and Primal is well worth casting for free (normally not on Rök himself). (If Rök didn't exist the [[Dire Troll Mauler]] would be an obvious choice)
* The [[Dire Troll Mauler]] is af course still a viable option, simply because it's cheaper, which matters a lot in SotN builds.
*  [[Earthborn Dire Troll]] - the Earth's Blessing animus is arguably the most important animus for Borka, him being unable to be knocked down means many opponents won't even go for the assassination.
* [[Dire Troll Brawler]] is a heavy with a 2" reach weapon, which is excellent with countercharge.
* The [[Troll Axer]] has Rush and 2" extra movement on a warbeast is a lot. Also it has a 2" reach weapon, which is excellent with Countercharge.
* The [[Troll Bouncer]] has a 2" weapon - again excellent with countercharge - and also is very tough and can shield guard for Borka.  He's a nice utility piece but frequently hard to find the points for.
* The [[Pyre Troll]] animus is one of the few ways to increase the damage of Borka's mount attack.  Pow 16 weaponmaster attacks are a thing.
* [[Storm Troll]] seems like an odd choice, but there are quite a few nifty techs in this model that Borka can work with. Critical Disruption is another great control effect, especially when applied to a stationary warjack, caster or beast, since they can't shake stationary when disrupted. With Counter Charge and disruption you can even stop an incoming 'jack dead in it's tracks. It's Animus can be used both offensively and defensively. E-leap let's you clear annoying high def models if you hit something close to them. The immunity ensures your opponent doesn't do the same to you, since they don't really care about Borka's concealment.
 
===Starting a 25 point Brawl list===
In 2020.11 Jaden Iwassa, one of the LOS authors, put together this list for the [[Brawlmachine]] format. He even wrote about it's playstyle, which you can [https://www.loswarmachine.com/brawlmachine/2020/11/11/brawlmachine-bundle-list-analysis-borka-2 read here].
 
'''[[Theme - Storm of the North]]
 
: '''Borka, Vengeance of the Rimeshaws''': [+27 WBP]
:* [[Pyre Troll]]: [8 pts]
:* [[Rök]]: [19 pts]
 
: [[Fell Caller Hero]]: [5 pts]
: [[Gremlin Swarm]]: [3 pts]
: [[Valka Curseborn, Chieftain of the North]]: [Free] {{grey|(6 pts)}}
 
: [[Northkin Bear Handler & Battle Bears]]: [10 pts]
: [[Northkin Fire Eaters]]: [7 pts]
 
Total RRP: USD $261 (based on PP's online store prices 2021.03)
 
{{Brawl}}
 
=Other=
===Trivia===
Released in [[Hordes: Exigence]] (2014)
Released in [[Hordes: Exigence]] (2014)


===Video Battle Reports===
==Battle Reports==
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9ipuH9bZ9uE 2019.11 Desperate Pace], vs [[Thagrosh2]]
* {{VBR}}
 
===Other Trollblood models===
{{Index Trollbloods}}
 
===Rules Clarifications===
{{RC Magical Damage}}
{{RC Smite}}
{{RC Knockdown}}
{{RC Trash}}
 
{{RC Warlock}}
{{RC Cavalry}}
{{RC Assault}}
{{RC Cold}}
{{RC Pathfinder}}
{{RC Tough}}
{{RC Field Marshal}}
{{RC Reposition}}
{{RC Defiant Rage}}
{{RC Attuned Spirit}}
 
{{RC Stealth}}
{{RC Stationary}}


{{RC Battle-Charged}}
==Videos==
{{RC Frost Hammer}}
{{RC Snow Shroud}}

Latest revision as of 16:09, 9 February 2024

Trollbloods Storm of the North Northkin Trollkin Warlock Leader


Model stats and abilities

Model Statistics

Base size = 50mmSPDAATMATRATDEFARMARCCTRL
Health = 18
FA = C
Cost = Free76851418512
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Model Advantages and Abilities

Unstoppable
Unstoppable
This model does not have to forfeit its Combat Action when it advances or is placed out of one or more enemy models' melee ranges during its Normal Movement.

No errata for Unstoppable (Create)

Tough
Tough
When this model is disabled, roll a d6. On a 5 or 6, remove 1 damage point from this model; it is no longer disabled and becomes knocked down. While knocked down, this model loses Tough.

No errata for Tough (Create)


Resistance:Cold
When this model suffers a cold damage roll, remove one die from the damage roll.

No errata for Resistance:Cold (Create)

Pathfinder
Pathfinder
This model treats rough terrain as open terrain while advancing. While charging, slam power attacking, or trample power attacking, this model does not stop its movement when it contacts an obstacle.

No errata for Pathfinder (Create)

Dual Attack
Dual Attack

This model can make melee and ranged attacks in the same activation. When this model makes its initial melee attacks, it can also make its initial ranged attacks. A model with Dual Attack can make its initial melee and ranged attacks in any order you choose. This model cannot make ranged attacks after making a power attack.

No errata for Dual Attack (Create)

Cavalry
Cavalry
This model is a cavalry model. Cavalry models gain boosted charge attack rolls.

No errata for Cavalry (Create)


Attuned Spirit
Once per activation, this model can cast the animus of a warbeast in its battlegroup without spending fury.

No errata for Attuned Spirit (Create)


Defiant Rage
When this model is damaged by an enemy attack, after the attack is resolved this model gains +2 ARM and +2 to its melee attack damage rolls for one round.

No errata for Defiant Rage (Create)


Reposition
At the end of this model/unit's activation in which it did not run or fail a charge, this model can advance up to 3 inches, then its activation ends.

No errata for Reposition (Create)

Field Marshal
Field Marshal grants the following ability/abilities to the {{{main1}}} cohort models in this model's battlegroup.
Northkin - This model is a Northkin model, and gains Resistance:Cold.
No errata for Field Marshal (Create)
No errata for Northkin (Create)



Resourceful
This model can upkeep spells on models in its battlegroup without spending focus or fury points.

No errata for Resourceful (Create)



Weapons

Bomb
 RNG   ROF   AOE   POW   LOCATION 
8 1 2 12/6 -
Trauma
 RNG   ROF   AOE   POW   LOCATION 
2 - - 15 -
Critical
A critical hit occurs if the attack directly hits and any two dice in the Attack Roll show the same number. This Critical grants the following weapon qualities or has the following effects:
Smite - The model hit is slammed d6 inches directly away from this model. If the model hit has a larger base than the attacking model it is moved only half the distance rolled. The POW of collateral damage is equal to half the POW of this weapon.
No errata for Critical (Create)
  Errata-Smite (2024-2-19)
Question: When the Special Attack:Smite is used, does it do damage?
Answer: Yes
Explanation: It does a damge roll to the model hit based on the pow of the weapon
Infernal Ruling: elswickchuck Infernal - PP Community forum





Damage Type:Magical
This weapon causes magical damage.

No errata for Damage Type:Magical (Create)

Bear Hands
 RNG   ROF   AOE   POW   LOCATION 
1 - - 14 -

Knockdown
When a model is hit by an attack with this weapon, it becomes knocked down.

No errata for Knockdown (Create)


Trash
Gain an additional die on damage rolls with this weapon against knocked down targets.

No errata for Trash (Create)

Spells

Boundless Charge Cost RNG AOE POW DUR OFF
2 6 - - Turn No
During its activation, target friendly Faction model can charge without spending focus or being forced and gains +2 SPD and Pathfinder when it charges.
Pathfinder Pathfinder:
This model treats rough terrain as open terrain while advancing. While charging, slam power attacking, or trample power attacking, this model does not stop its movement when it contacts an obstacle.
No errata for Pathfinder (Create)
No errata for Boundless Charge (Create)
Frostbite Cost RNG AOE POW DUR OFF
2 SP 8 - 12 - No
Frostbite causes cold damage. On a critical hit, the model hit becomes stationary for one round unless it has Resistance:Cold.
No errata for Frostbite (Create)
Snow Shroud Cost RNG AOE POW DUR OFF
2 Self Ctrl - Rnd No
Friendly Faction models gain concealment while in the spellcaster's control range. Snow Shroud lasts for one round.
No errata for Snow Shroud (Create)


Spell Rack

Legacy models have no access to spell racks.

Warlock Rules

Warlock

Warlock Rules
  • A warlock is
  • Warlocks use Fury Manipulation
    • Uses ARC to determine how many fury points it gains each turn.
    • Begins the game with a number of fury points equal to its ARC.
    • Cannot exceed its ARC stat in fury points as a result of leeching.
    • Can spend fury points only during its activation (unless a special rule states otherwise) for the following:
      • Buy additional attacks
      • Boost attack rolls
      • Boost damage rolls
      • Shake some effects
    • Can leach fury points from warbeasts in its battlegroup in its control range.
    • Spirit Bond allows the warlock to gain a fury for each of its dead battlegroup warbeasts.
    • Reaving allows the warlock to pull fury points from a warbeast in its battlegroup when it dies.

Feat

Ice Storm:

  1. While in Borka's control range, models gain stealth.
  2. When an enemy model without Resistance:Cold hits one or more friendly models in Borka's control range with Resistance:Cold with a melee attack during its Combat Action, the enemy model becomes stationary for one round at the end of its activation.
  3. Ice Storm lasts for one round.

Changes and Updates

Mk3 to Mk4

Lore

As war continues to consume the lands of the trollkin, Borka, Vengeance of the Rimeshaws rides atop his powerful northern bear Arktos like a savage chieftain of old, bringing swift death to his enemies. The northern wind follows Borka, freezing his enemies in their tracks to stand helpless before the onslaught.

Trivia

Released in Hordes: Exigence (2014)

Battle Reports

Videos