Age of Sigmar Stormcast Eternals StormDrake Guard

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GAME : Age of Sigmar

These magnificent units represent a new, powerful, and truly awe-inspiring chapter in the sagas of the Stormcast Eternals in Warhammer Age of Sigmar. They are, quite simply, Stormcast Eternals riding mighty, living dragons!

Let's break down what makes the Stormdrake Guard so formidable and iconic:

1. A New Era for the Stormcast Eternals: For a long time, the Stormcast Eternals were primarily known for their human forms, albeit divine and heavily armored, often accompanied by lesser mounts like Dracoths or Gryph-chargers. The introduction of the Stormdrake Guard signalled a major shift, showcasing a deeper integration of the celestial realm's might and a closer bond with the creatures of the Heavens, particularly the children of the Great Drake, Dracothion himself.

2. The Draconith Bond: The Stormdrake Guard are not just mounted warriors; they are intricately bonded with their Draconith mounts. These are powerful, intelligent dragons, descendants of Dracothion, who are willing allies in the fight against Chaos, Destruction, and Death. The bond between rider and beast is profound, forged through trials and shared purpose.

3. Appearance and Presence:

• Riders: The Stormcast Eternals of the Stormdrake Guard wear ornate, heavy plate armour, often with draconic motifs, befitting their prestigious role. They wield powerful, two-handed lances (Draconic Lance) or paired swords (Draconic Glaive/Blade), imbued with celestial energy.
• Mounts: The Draconith are imposing, scaled beasts, larger than any Dracoth. Their wings are vast, allowing for powerful flight, and their bodies ripple with muscle. They are often depicted with crackling lightning energy around them, reflecting their celestial origins and the power of Azyr.
• Overall: They are truly majestic models on the tabletop, dominating the battlefield with their sheer size and detailed sculpts.

4. Battlefield Role: The Stormdrake Guard are the elite shock cavalry and flying monster units of the Stormcast Eternals.

• Fast Assault: Their massive wings and powerful mounts allow them to cross the battlefield with incredible speed, delivering devastating charges.
• Heavy Hitting: Both rider and dragon are potent combatants. The rider's weapons strike with immense force, while the dragon brings to bear its razor claws, snapping jaws, and fiery breath (or lightning breath, depending on the lore/sub-faction).
• Objective Contestation: Their speed and resilience make them excellent for seizing distant objectives or quickly reinforcing a beleaguered flank.
• Leadership: A variant unit, the Knight-Draconis, serves as a powerful leader and hero on a Stormdrake, capable of inspiring other Stormdrake Guard and delivering even more crushing blows.

5. Lore Significance: The emergence of the Stormdrake Guard signifies a greater understanding and mastery of the celestial magic and the beast-kin of Azyr by the Stormcast Eternals. It hints at a deeper, more integrated approach to war, moving beyond just human champions and incorporating the raw, elemental power of the realms. They are a symbol of Sigmar's growing strength and his willingness to forge alliances with the mightiest beings in the cosmos.

On the Tabletop: In the game, Stormdrake Guard are typically very powerful units, boasting high movement, impressive durability (thanks to their large wound counts and good saves), and devastating damage output in both melee and shooting (with their breath weapons). They are a significant investment in points but often pay dividends by annihilating enemy units and controlling key areas of the board.

In essence, the Stormdrake Guard are the Stormcast Eternals unleashed at their most primal and powerful, a glorious fusion of divine warrior and ancient dragon, bringing the wrath of Azyr to bear with thunderous wingbeats and searing breath.

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