[Archive] Dark Elves

TheFNG:

Hey all,

I’ve got a game coming up against the new Dark Elves. I’ve never played them, but I’ve heard the rumours of just how nasty they can be. So that said, I need some help. What are some tactics you’ve seen/used successfully against these guys?

I will definitely be bringing the Chalice. I’ll try to be gentlemanly about it, but I know that Power of Darkness and the Sacrificial Dagger really make Dark Elves stupid dangerous in the magic phase.

Thanks for any help and advice.

Grimbold Blackhammer:

The dagger doesn’t add that much to be honest! The typical list these days has a big block of Witch Elves and/or Executioners, two units of Warlocks, and some bolt throwers. If your opponent has any wits at all, he’ll know Chaos Dwarfs excel at wiping out blocks of troops so he’ll bring a fast army. Expect him to charge across the board as fast as he can to not get shot.