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Dwarfs - Frequently Asked Questions
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Are the Dwarf FAQs for the 2000 version of the army book or the 2005 version?

The FAQs presented here are for the 2000 Dwarf Army Book.

Source: Warhammer Online Rules Index Project

Where can I find the Dwarf FAQs for the army book released in 2005?

The FAQs for the 2005 Dwarf Army Book are included in the Warhammer Fantasy: 7th Edition Online Rules Index (TBD).

Source: Warhammer Online Rules Index Project

It has been brought to our attention that Dwarf handguns are not listed as 'move or fire' weapons. Is this correct?

Correct! Dwarf handguns may move and fire.

Source: Warhammer Chronicles 2004 page 116

Could you explain how the 'crew' of a Dwarf Anvil of Doom work in close combat?

If you imagine that they form up just like a war machine crew, and work out who is in contact with whom on that basis, you won't go far wrong. It may even be worthwhile having a spare Runesmith and a couple of suitably hard-looking guard models to use for this purpose.

Source: Warhammer Chronicles 2004 page 116

How does the Slayer skill work if the model is armed with a Rune of Might?

As noted in the description of the Slayer skill, their Strength is only increased after modifications for weapons. In this situation, the Slayer's Strength will only be increased if his doubled Strength is still less than that of his opponent's Toughness (unlikely since that would mean it was Toughness 9 or 10!).

Source: Warhammer Chronicles 2004 page 116

Can I take the Goblin Hewer as a Regiment of Renown in a Dogs of War army?

Yes. It takes up a Rare unit choice and a Hero slot.

Source: October 2004 Issue of White Dwarf Magazine (US #297 / UK #298)

If the "Look, Snorri, Trolls!" rule brings Slayers in contact with enemy scouts, do the Slayers count as charging? Can the enemy declare a reaction?

Yes, and no charge reaction except Hold permitted.

Source: October 2004 Issue of White Dwarf Magazine (US #297 / UK #298)

Unbreakable is not listed for the Brotherhood of Grimnir. And it's not listed in the Slayer rules of the dwarf book. Are they Unbreakable?

Members of the Brotherhood are still Dwarf Slayers and thus have all the special rules of Slayers in the Dwarf Army book. They are are Unbreakable.

Source: October 2004 Issue of White Dwarf Magazine (US #297 / UK #298)

Can a Brotherhood of Grimnir unit take a banner with the Master Rune of Grimnir on it?

No. Although a Brotherhood of Grimnir unit may take a runic standard worth up to 50 points, only army Battle Standard Bearers may take Master runes.

Source: October 2004 Issue of White Dwarf Magazine (US #297 / UK #298)

Can I give a Slayer character in a normal Dwarf army Slayer Skills?

No.

Source: October 2004 Issue of White Dwarf Magazine (US #297 / UK #298)

Can the Wards of Grimnir (Magic Resistance (1) within 6") be used against a spell that targets an "area" (such as Invocation of Nehek) rather than a unit if part of the area is within range?

Yes, although no specific model is targeted, if the spell is cast or the target is within 6" of the Wards of Grimnir, the Magic Resistance will come into effect. Note that in regards to Sylvanian Grave Markers, if the Grave Marker OR the target is within 6", the Wards of Grimnir apply.

Source: October 2004 Issue of White Dwarf Magazine (US #297 / UK #298) / Gav Thorpe - Warhammer Design Team

Do Wards of Grimnir work against Bound Items?

Yes. I intended for the Wards of Grimnir to work against all spells, including bound ones.

Source: Gav Thorpe - Warhammer Design Team

If an enemy spell would affect (or fall within 6") of multiple models with the Wards of Grimnir, can the Slayers add a dispel dice for each model with the Wards?

No, in cases where there are more than one eligible source of Magic Resistance the highest MR value is used, they are not added together.

Source: Gav Thorpe - Warhammer Design Team

The Master Rune of Grimnir mentions deflecting arrows and cannonballs and states "Any friendly unit within 12" of the standard gains a 5+ Ward save against any ranged attack." What exactly does "ranged attack" mean in regards to this item? Does it only protect against shooting, or does it protect against magic as well?

The Master Rune of Grimnir was intended to work only vs. shooting attacks, not magic missiles and other spells. The Slayers have the Wards of Grimnir and additional dispel dice to protect them against magic.

Source: Gav Thorpe - Warhammer Design Team

Can a Slayer Army of Karak Kadrin hire Dogs of War / Regiments of Renown units?

No. Dogs of War / Regiments of Renown are not listed as an option in the army list. The only exceptions to this are Long Drong's Slayer Pirates and Malaki Makaisson's Goblin Hewer which may be hired as specifically noted in the army list.

Source: Storm of Chaos Book page 70 / Anthony Reynolds - Warhammer Design Team

As Doomseekers do not attack normally, if you are an enemy model in a ranked unit the maximum amount of hits you can take from attacking Doomseekers is one, correct?

This is correct. Regardless of the number of Doomseekers attacking a ranked unit, any model in that ranked unit may only take one hit.

Source: Gav Thorpe - Warhammer Design Team

Does a Doomseeker get re-rolls to hit Greenskins in the first round of combat due to hatred? Does a Doomseeker need sixes to hit an enemy unit behind a defended obstacle?

No. He does not attack (or roll to hit) in the normal manner and therefore, the re-rolls to hit do not apply. In addition special rules or magic items which modify a "to hit" roll do not apply to a Doomseeker.

Source: Gav Thorpe - Warhammer Design Team

How do we resolve a situation where a Doomseeker is engaged with a Skaven model (or models) armed with Plague Censers?

The Doomseeker strikes first, as he strikes before all types of other special attacks. Note however, that the Doomseeker is still required to pass a Toughness test (or lose a wound) as the test is required of all models in base to base contact with a Plague Censer at the beginning of the close combat phase.

Source: Storm of Chaos Army Book page 67 / Skaven Army Book page 32 / Direwolf FAQ Council Interpretation