The latest from Games Workshop digital is now up for download; Dataslate Reclusiam Command Squad for Space Marines. Like the other dataslates, this one is for regular play, but this one has something new to it; a point cost.
To use the Reclusiam Command Squad there is a small point cost added to the cost of the models. (its small and I wont post it, but its under 30). For the benefits of a formation I rather like this, and think it should be included for the extra benefits that some of these formations give.
Black Library link for Games Workshop Digital products where you can buy the dataslate.
http://www.blacklibrary.com/games-workshop-digital-editions
To buy the unit with some savings from GW
http://www.games-workshop.com/gws/catalog/productDetail.jsp?catId=cat440271a&prodId=prod2160146a
For Codex: Space Marines
The Reclusiam Command Squad consists of a Chaplin, Razorback, and a Command Squad. When taken, you get two special powers, Crusader and Relentless Zeal.
Crusader allows you to roll one extra die when running and pick the highest, and adds d3 to your sweeping advance total.
Relentless Zeal is the big one, allowing the formation to re-roll misses in every round of close combat.
There are some restrictions as well with this formation, you must include a Company Champion, Apothecary, and a Company Standard.
Overall I like this unit, and can see its uses on the tabletop. I also think that paying an extra tax for these special rules is a good thing, along with its tighter restrictions, and I would not object to the Tau Firebase Support Cadre getting updated with a small point cost to tax the incredible benefits of its special rules.
