The most feared of Necron traits is, without a doubt, Reanimation. This diadem grants improved combat prowess beyond the Overlord's already substantial abilities. The honorific of Nemesor is granted to the commanding noble of a particular campaign and is used to temporarily unite disparate Dynasties and armies of the Necrons into a single powerful and efficient force. Part transport and part battlecruiser, the Monolith leaves only doom in its wake.įound within the antechamber of a wrecked Monolith, this Diadem reduces the energy requirements of all the Overlord's abilities. Towering above the battlefield, even a single instance of these ponderous engines of war is often enough to sow fear and prompt swift subjugation. Perhaps most emblematic of the Necron is the Monolith. Hundreds of spider-like machines are housed within a scarab-shaped charm and instantly released to repair the bearer's wounds if he would take a fatal blow. A personal Phase Shifter allows the Overlord to instantly skip short distances, either to close in on a foe or to escape danger. Weak-minded enemies are sent fleeing in terror as their thoughts are violently invaded.Īncient Necron Crypteks perfected the art of 'flickering' in and out of reality, using it on a number of their more terrifying machines of war. Upon activation, the mind-twisting effects of the Nightmare Shroud immediately begin to take hold. In addition to the already significant regenerative properties of the Necrodermis, Nanoscarabs can make the Overlord nearly invincible to minor damage. Mindshackle scarabs turn a foe against his or her allies for a period of time. It is unknown how many worlds have simply laid down their arms in the face of overwhelming power or have been the victim of these mind-altering creatures. When destruction is not desired and a planet continues to defy them, Mindshackle Scarabs are often used. Necrons seek to either destroy or enslave. This stoic glyph grants additional Armor Rating. While they may overestimate the organizational capabilities of these ancient warriors, they are wise to be wary and may save their own lives for thinking so. There are many in the Imperium who believe the Necron threat to be unstoppable. Worlds and civilizations unfortunate enough to be situated near the stasis-crypts of such a master often fall under the terrible scythes of these reckless horrors.Ī reduction in all ability cooldowns is granted to the bearer of this glyph. Upon awakening from the Great Sleep, it is not uncommon for Lords and Overlords to have lost a significant portion of their previous personalities or even sanity. The Overlord receives a large boost to Health Regeneration based on the number of enemies within range. The bearer of this ancient and terrible glyph is capable of draining the Health of nearby enemies. This glyph provides additional Health and Health Regeneration. This glyph grants increased movment speed to the Overlord.Ĭrypteks often seek to improve on existing Necron technology where they can. Nightmarish in appearance, Canoptek Wraiths traverse any battlefield with ease, bringing terror and death to their enemies. Increased energy regeneration is granted to the bearer of this glyph. They demand fealty and worship, sometimes offering small boons to their followers. The C'tan all share a common trait of uncommon cruelty.
Once the guardians of massive stasis-tombs, with the awakening, the grim Canoptek Spyders have joined the legions of deathless on the field, providing critical repairs, scavenging material, and when necessary, eviscerating enemies.Īdditional Energy is bestowed upon the Overlord for bearing this glyph. The signature ability of the Necron Overlord allows him to summon the god-like Nightbringer Shard to the battlefield, part of a ancient star deity that can rain destruction on all the Overlord’s enemies.
A full complement of wargear supports either style of play. For all others, agony and humiliation await.īringing a fresh playstyle to the battlefield, the Necron Overlord can be played as long-raged fast firing “battlecruiser” or as area-of-effect melee expert. Only those who prove themselves worthy, by showing courage and skill at arms, might earn a quick death. Armed with crackling warscythes and potent weaponry of ancient design, they dispatch their foes in flares of blinding energy.Ĭontemptuous of the lesser races, Overlords are utterly convinced of their own superiority, and act accordingly. The Overlords of the Necrons lead the legions into the carnage of war, commanding absolute authority over their subordinates. Introducing the Necron Overlord, a brand new hero for the Last Stand mode of Warhammer® 40,000® Dawn of War® II: Retribution™ and Warhammer® 40,000® Dawn of War® II: The Last Stand Alone™.