General description:
This is a 236 pt Epic only level 11 huge giant with two melee attacks (+23/ +18 ). Speed is 7, AC is 24, and it has 250 HP. It has two empowered magic missile spells and two dimension door spells. It also has a Melee Reach of 3.
Uses:
This is the "main battle tank" of any 500 + pt warband. I really like this mini. In a recent release tournament, this was the mini that won me the battle 3 times in a row. It should be noted that this was a sealed booster tournament and I only had 468 out of 500 pts in this warband.
Strategies and game play:
I like to dimension door to a strategic location adjacent to the opposition's baddest critter (preferably in a tight flank so it can't get away) just before next turn. If I win initiative, Eldritch delivers two melee attacks (40 Pts of dam each!) He can easily slug it out with the best of them. With Melee reach 3, the 24 AC and 250 HP give him the edge.
Combos with other miniatures:
See my "Black Brigade" warband on this site. With Skullsplitter and non-Epic Aspect of Hextor and War Troll and in the mix, Eldr. Giant spearheads a formidable melee army!
Ways to counteract it:
Dwarf army led by Aspect of Moradin (has Giant Bane- This gives you bonuses vs Giants) and including Tordek, Dwarf Champion. Both have an Epic card- take your pick. Otherwise... Aspect of Tiamat maybe?
Strengths/Pros:
High AC, HP, dimension door (In my limited tournament, I drew War Weaver, which had Snake's Swiftness, allowing EldrG to attack immediately after dim door. I defeated a Dracolich this way!)
Weaknesses/Cons:
Arrogant (Cdr rating's don't add to it's morale save), cannot immediately attack after dimension door.
Artwork and aesthetics:
The detail on this mini has to be seen. The armor detail is above and beyond to me.
Overall rating:
I give this Mini a "9".
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