A unit that contains at least one model with this special rule automatically passes Fear and Regroup tests. When it Regroups, the unit does not make the 3" Regroup move, but can instead move, shoot (or Run) and declare charges normally in that turn. Furthermore, if a unit containing one or more models with this special rule is caught by a Sweeping Advance, they are not destroyed, but remain locked in combat instead.
Independent characters can join other units. They cannot, however, join units that contain vehicles or Monstrous Creatures. They can join other Independent Characters, though, to form a powerful multi-character unit! Independent Characters pass Look Out, Sir rolls on a 2+. A unit that contains one or more Independent Characters does not need a double 1 to Regroup if reduced to below 25% of its starting numbres, but instead tests as if it had at least 25% remaining. Full details in BRB. Rule too long to copy verbatim.
A model with this rule has Stubborn and therefore ignores negative Leadership modifiers. In addition they may never choose to fail a morale check. Allows overwatch to be resolved at BS2.
In each Shooting Phase, instead of firing his weapons, a Techmarine may choose to repair a single friendly vehicle in base contact or embarked on. Roll a D6 and add the following modifiers (if applicable): +1 for a Servo Harness, and +1 for each Servo armed servitor in his unit. If the result is 5 or more you may either restore a Hull Point or repair a Weapon Destroyed or Immobilised result, this is effective immediately (ie the vehicle can then fire the repaired weapon)
After Deployment, but before Scout and Infiltrators, nominate one peice of terrain in your deployment zone, the terrain's cover is increased by 1 to a maximum of 2+
