Topic: Rufas the Eccentric - from CiM

[warhammerlord_soth]

This is the one special character I feel should be included in a W-E rulebook :



Rufas the Eccentric is an aged wizard renowned for his unconventional opinions and
peculiar behaviour. Despite his vocal opposition to the ruling elite in Nordland, he is
loved and respected by the entire province.
Rufas has declared his intention of claiming Marienburg for Nordland, citing spurious
historical evidence in justification. His words are backed by powerful magic, and by
a large army of devoted followers.
Rufas the Eccentric is a Lord choice for League of Free Traders armies. No additional
equipment may be purchased for him, except where specifically allowed.
Points: 350
Weapons: handweapon
Armour: none
Other Items: Rod of Power, Bugman’s XXXXXX, Cloak of Confusion
Options: may ride a warhorse (+ 15 points) which may have barding (+6 points). Alternately, may ride a Pegasus
(+50 points)
Nationality: Nordland
Special Rules:
Supreme Wizard
Rufas is probably the most skilled wizard in The Empire. He counts as a level three Wizard Lord who must use the
Lore of Heavens. When assigning his spells, generate the first two in the usual way. He may choose his last spell
from those remaining on the Lore of Heavens list (without having to roll the dice).
Rufas is also adept at getting the most out of his Rod of Power. When storing one or two dice in the Rod, there
is no need to roll to see if the dice are lost. When storing three dice, they are only lost on a roll of one.
Bugman’s XXXXXX
Rufas may drink from his cask of Bugman’s XXXXXX once per game. He may immediately restore one wound,
and becomes subject to Frenzy until the start of his next turn.
Cloak of Confusion
This enchanted cloak obscures Rufas’s true identity, casting doubt into the minds of his enemies. The cloak
provides a 3+ ward save. In addition, any model attempting to attack Rufas in hand to hand combat must first
pass a leadership test, using their own leadership score (not that of the general or of a character in the same
unit).
                            M WS BS S T W I A Ld
Rufas The Eccentric 4   4   3   3 4  3 4 1 9

[Merrick]

Sweeeet. 


But if he is the most skilled, perhaps Level 4 would be more appropriate?

[bluetwyst]

I concur. You should either make him level 4 or one of the best wizards in the empire. Also, I disagree with T4, it overpowers him. Perhaps when drinking Bugman's XXXXXX, a table should be rolled on, like:

1 - Urghhh... Gloop. Rufas passes out in his own vomit. He may not act next turn, and unit he is with my chose to leave him there.

2-5 - Ahhh... Rufas enjoys a cool draught of his XXXXXX. He restores one wound, but must take a stupidity test next turn.

6 - 'Ey, Its jus' a giant... I can take 'im Rufas must immediately charge the nearest enemy unit, but regains 2 wounds. If no enemy units are in range and line of sight, count this as result 2-5.

[The Chosen of Sigmar]

... Also, I disagree with T4, it overpowers him...

A normal Wizard Lord is also toughness 4

[bluetwyst]

... Also, I disagree with T4, it overpowers him...

A normal Wizard Lord is also toughness 4

Just saw that

T4 is good then

[Merrick]

Rufas should be able to lure his opponents into a false sense of security with acts of kindness and humour....before cutting them down when they least expect it. 

[rufus sparkfire]

But if he is the most skilled, perhaps Level 4 would be more appropriate?

It was level three because the Marienburg campaign was set before the creation of the colleges of magic. For a 'modern' version, level four would make more sense.

Since this character was found to be somewhat overpriced, it could be increased to level four at no additional cost.

[Obi]

RiP rufas.

I like him- but shouldn't his poweful knowledge on immigration be included? Allowing his army to enter a scenery object without penalties or something? (are there any, btw?)

[Nicholas Bies]

I am going to endevour to make this model however I believe SteveB or SirUlrich should be given the official task of making the official Rufus the Eccentric Special Character Model.

[neverness]

A year on, and I still miss his posts.

What an awesome tribute! Thanks for this guys!