Champions of Erebor (Active) If this upgrade is taken for the Chariot, then instead of being crewed by four Iron Hills Dwarves, it is crewed by Balin the Dwarf, Champion of Erebor; Dwalin the Dwarf, Champion of Erebor; Kíli the Dwarf, Champion of Erebor and Fíli the Dwarf, Champion of Erebor. If the Champions of Erebor are taken, replace the Warrior keyword with Hero.
The Chariot is also subject to the following exceptions:
• Balin must always be the driver. Should Balin the Dwarf, Champion of Erebor be slain, another Dwarf on the Chariot immediately takes his place. Should all the Dwarves be slain, then the Chariot is removed as a casualty. If the Chariot is slain, the Dwarves take a Thrown Rider test instead.
• The Dwarves who ride the Chariot have all of their usual wargear and special rules (see pages 38-39) whilst riding in the Chariot.
• Dwalin must always man the rapid fire bolt thrower until he is slain.
• Unlike other Iron Hills Chariots, only Balin, Dwalin, Kíli and Fíli may ride this Chariot.
• Magical Powers may be directed at the Dwarves individually, in which case they will Resist and be affected individually with no impact on each other.
• In combat, the Chariot is very unusual in that a Duel can effectively have multiple models on both sides of the Fight. When making a Duel roll, make sure to roll each Dwarf’s attacks separately for the purpose of using Might points. Additionally, each Dwarf may decide to use Special Strikes. If Kíli or Fíli use the Feint Special Strike, then the Fight values of all of the crew and the Chariot itself will be reduced by D3. If Kíli or Fíli use the Stab Special Strike, then only they will be affected. If Dwalin uses the Piercing Strike Special Strike then only his Strength and Defence will be affected.
• This version of the Chariot counts as four models for the purpose of working out Break points.
• The Chariot counts as a Hero for the Erebor Reclaimed army list and may be the army leader. It may not, however, lead a warband. If the Chariot is chosen as the leader of your army, then Balin is the leader for all intents and purposes.
