Originally invented by Crobat One-and-a-Halfwit, the harpoon launcher's crude appearance belies its potency in the hands of an Ogre Hunter.
Based upon the heavy crossbows used by the lesser races but far too large and tough for a puny human to use, the launcher is capable of firing a barbed bolt as thick as a man's arm, to which coils of rope are attached. Ogre Hunters use these weapons to harpoon their cave-beast prey, digging their heels in and dragging the creature to the ground in a titanic tug-of-war before smashing their prey's cranium with a blow from their trusty club.
Range
Strength
Special Rules
36"
5
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The harpoon launcher is fired exactly as a bolt thrower with a Strength of 5, penetrating ranks in the same manner. If it successfully wounds a Large target, that target must pass a Strength test (a result of a 6 always fails). If this is failed, the large target must take a further wound in addition to any it has already suffered as the Hunter rips a great chunk from it. Note that this applies even to non-living models, such as Black Coaches and Screaming Bells, as in the hands of a Hunter the harpoon is more than capable of ripping off wheels and armour plates. Such is his skill and strength that the Hunter may stand & shoot with the harpoon crossbow.