Can you fall back and do psychic?
In Warhammer 40k, the answer to whether a unit can fall back and still perform psychic actions is generally no, as units that fall back cannot manifest psychic powers this turn unless they are Titanic. However, understanding the nuances of falling back and psychic actions requires delving deeper into the rules and exceptions that govern these actions in the game.
Understanding Fall Back and Psychic Actions
To grasp the relationship between falling back and performing psychic actions, it’s essential to understand what each term means. Falling back is a rule that allows models in engagement range to move away from the enemy, but this comes with restrictions on their ability to shoot or charge in the same turn. On the other hand, psychic actions and powers are abilities used by psykers to influence the battlefield through the warp.
Key Considerations
- Fall Back Rule: Models can move up to their M characteristic but cannot end their movement in the same or a different enemy model’s engagement range.
- Psychic Phase: The phase where psykers attempt to manifest psychic powers, with the number of attempts determined by warp charges.
- Exceptions: Certain units, like Titanic units, have exceptions to the general rules regarding falling back and psychic actions.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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What happens when a unit falls back in 40k? Units that fall back cannot charge or shoot this turn unless they are Titanic. They can move up to their M characteristic away from enemy models.
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Can you use psychic powers after falling back? Generally, no, units that fall back cannot manifest psychic powers unless they are Titanic.
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How does the psychic phase work in 40k? At the start of the Psychic phase, players roll a dice to determine their warp charges, then add charges based on their psychers’ levels.
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Can psychic actions be denied? Yes, psychic actions can be denied using rules that interact with manifesting psychic powers.
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Are there exceptions for using psychic powers in close combat? While Psychic Shooting Powers cannot be used in close combat, other powers can be used at specific times as defined by their rules.
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Can the same psychic power be used twice? For matched play, a psychic power can only be attempted once per psychic phase across the entire army, except for Smite.
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What is psychic immunity? Psychic immunity refers to a condition where a user’s mind cannot be entered or affected, making them immune to mind-related effects.
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Can a unit deny a psychic action? Yes, units can deny psychic actions using rules that enable the denial of psychic powers.
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What is psychic warping? Psychic warping refers to the ability to manipulate, control, distort, or alter reality through psychic means.
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Do you need line of sight to deny the witch? No, a psyker does not need to be visible to the enemy psyker to attempt to Deny the Witch, only within 24″.
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What is a battle shock test? A battle shock test is taken by rolling 2D6 and comparing the result to the unit’s Leadership characteristic to determine if the test is passed.
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How does the fall back rule work? The fall back rule allows models to move away from enemies but restricts their actions for the turn.
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Can a vehicle shoot in engagement range? Yes, vehicles can shoot all their ranged weapons even in engagement range, with some restrictions on targeting and penalties to hit.
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Can psykers cast on themselves? Unless stated otherwise, a psyker can target themselves with a psychic power.
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Is there a limit to the number of units with the same datasheet in an army? An army cannot contain more than 3 units with the same datasheet, among other composition restrictions.
By understanding these rules and exceptions, players can better navigate the complexities of falling back and using psychic actions in Warhammer 40k, enhancing their gameplay experience.