Winter Guard Kommand under Vladimir Tzepesci, the Dark Prince's orders (Vlad1)

Vlad is a Winter Guard's second best friend after Irusk2. Where Irusk2 keeps them alive to fight another day, Vlad1 makes them fight today. This post details my approach to Winter Guard Kommand under Vlad1. As a special treat, this list contains two of the Empress' finest Gun Carriages. A marvellous addition to a WGK list under Vlad1.

Supreme Kommandant Irusk (Irusk2) vs. The Harbinger of Menoth (Harbinger1)

The Harbinger is flying into Khador territory using the rather impressive flag. She is a completely unknown foe to me. So, what better to do that pull out Irusk and his trusted Winter Guards. It turns out to be an interesting and fun fight. Unfortunately, it is so interesting that Irusk runs out of time and must face a defeat.

Today's tip: How do I know which unit this random Winter Guard belongs to?

There are currently more that 50 Winter Guard models on the table when Irusk commands his WGK list. This is a well and good during deployment, and perhaps during the first turn. But what to do later on when the table is a complete mess of Winter Guards from six different unit all mixed up? I have opted for coloured base markings, here is how and why.

Supreme Kommandant Irusk (Irusk2) vs. General Ossrum (Ossrum1)

What better way of warming up to easter than Ossrum and all of his bunnies? Irusk could think of several things. This is a battle uphill from the first second. But following the spirit of exposing Irusk and his Winter Guards to everything and anything, it had to be tried. 

Supreme Kommandant Irusk (Irusk2) vs. Makeda & The Exalted Court (Makeda3)

Irusk faces the new black for Skorne, double Immortal party pack. This time under the command of Makeda & the Exalted Court. The battle is a slaughter of both Immortals and Winter Guards. Despite it going down hill for Irusk, he manages to pull through, is saved by the bell and manages to pull off a win.

Supreme Kommandant Irusk (Irusk2) vs. Iona the Unseen (Iona1)

The wurm is restless, and Iona is bringing her Tharn into Khador territory. Irusk is called upon to stop the flow of beasts. He brings his Winter Guard Kommand list, despite that perhaps not being the best choice against Tharn. It is an uphill battle for Irusk, yet he almost makes it. However, Iona emerges victorious.

Supreme Kommandant Irusk (Irusk2) vs. Absylonia, Terror of Everblight (Absylonia1)

The dragon spawn are moving into Kadorian territory and threatens the general population with their unnatural presence. Irusk is called upon to eradicate theses monsters. Despite the Terror of Everblight bringing no less than three huge monsters, Irusk and his trusted Winter Guards are triumphant.

Supreme Kommandant Irusk (Irusk2) vs. Captain Eira Mackay (Mackay1)

Irusk once again has to fend of the insurgents coming out of Ord and disturbing the general population in Llael. Encouraged by earlier success, Mackay and her little tank is once again trying her luck. However, Irusk is a well seasoned veteran and he is not to be played twice. This time Irusk and his heroic Winter Guards are victorious and kills Mackay. 

Supreme Kommandant Irusk (Irusk2) vs. Captain Eira Mackay (Mackay1)

Once again the dissidents from Llael are stirring up trouble and disturbing the Empress' peace. Irusk is dispatched to keep the peace. This time Irusk is neck to neck with Mackay in her little tank. However, Irusk and his Winter Guards are unfortunately beaten by the clock.

Revisited: Winter Guard Kommand under Supreme Kommandant Irusk's orders (Irusk2)

Irusk2 is still a Winter Guard's best friend and Stalingrad-style lists are fun. However, over time Irusk has learned that the original list had its downsides. First and foremost, there is a lack of ARM-cracking ability. This is an attempt to remedy some of the problems, by changing the list to include the Greylord Adjunct and the triple Marauder battle group.