XV8 Bodyguard
Pilots that are Honoured with the task of becoming a Bodyguard learn very important tactics and sacred ways of the Tau Empire.
Support available to a XV8 Bodyguard;
One Infantry team and Drones, XV8 Drones.
Equipment you can gain access to as a XV8 Bodyguard;
Abilities you can learn as a XV8 Bodyguard ;
Sworn Protector- On a 2+ you can intercept a hit that was destined for a friendly character that's within 3". 1+BS when 3" from a friendly team leader. Make your armour save.
Honourary Bonding Knife Ritual- Minus 1 from nerve test for all friendlies within 3"
Hardwire you can unlock as a XV8 Bodyguard;
Multi-sensory Discouragement Array-
Enemy models within 6" of the bearer subtract 1 from their
Leadership characteristic and add 1 to their nerve test.
Next trial by fire;