Unit Type: Infantry

The Shas’o is the most senior warrior on the battlefield. He coordinates fire between formations, and allows the Tau player to re-roll failed initiative tests.

A Shas’el is a Tau leader, able to coordinate attacks and rally his men. Attached to a formation of Crisis Battlesuits, he further increases their already formidable firepower.

Tau Pathfinders scout ahead of the main army, disrupting the enemy and using Markerlights to increase the accuracy of friendly units’ weapons.

Krootox are powerful ape-like creatures with deadly teeth and claws. They are ridden into battle by Kroot Warriors, who mount guns on the Krootox broad shoulders.

Kroot Warriors are close combat specialists who use their rifles adapted with blades on stock and barrel to cut down enemy units who cross them.

Kroot Master Shapers Lead Kroot Warriors into battle. They are accomplished close combat warriors, able to hold their own against enemies wielding more technologically advanced weapons.

Kroot Hounds add rare close combat ability to the Tau army. Their razor sharp fangs are extremely effective at dealing with softer targets, though with little but their speed to protect them, they may not survive an engagement.

Gun Drones add extra firepower to Tau formations, and their Twin Pulse Carbines are effective at destroying enemy infantry.

Ethereals are the spiritual leaders of the Tau. An Ethereal that is present on the battlefield inspires the warriors around him to fight even harder for the greater good.

Tau Fire Warriors are excellent marksmen, and their massed Pulse Rifles and Pulse Carbines will cause serious damage to enemy infantry at range. They lack any decent close combat ability, so be careful not to let anyone get close.