| “ | Galloping to war with Orion, his personal guard bring a calamity to all who stand against them. | „ |
Wild Riders are a 
Wood Elves melee cavalry unit introduced in Total War: Warhammer with Realm of The Wood Elves.
Recruitment
Unlocked with: Grove of the Horse or Temple of Kurnous
Description
The Wild Riders of Kurnous are Orion's personal guard, each as aggressive and impulsive as he. They are fey and dangerous creatures who are no longer truly the Elves they once were. Now and forever, they are a part of the Wild Hunt's eternal glory. In appearance, Wild Riders are throwbacks to the ancient days of the Elves. Their weapons are things of crude iron, or even flint; their ceremonial robes and armour seldom more than the pelts of animals slain during their sacred hunts. Yet there is an otherworldliness and nobility about the Wild Riders that cannot easily be denied; the power of Kurnous flows through them as surely as it does through Orion.
Attributes
- Shock Cavalry
- ▲ Damage Dealer: This unit has a strong emphasis on dealing damage. If fighting it, make sure to take it out before it can get into firing or melee range.
- ▲ Forest Stalker: The Elves of Athel Loren gain bonuses to melee defence and accuracy while fighting within the forest.
- ▲ Frenzy: Units with frenzy cause more damage while their leadership is high.
- ▲ Vanguard Deployment: This unit can deploy in an expanded deployment area, allowing it to start the battle within striking distance of the enemy - or somewhere unexpected.
Strategy
Very fast light shock cavalry with some additional durability from their physical resistance. Vulnerable to missile fire and getting mobbed in melee, but generally fast enough to avoid both.
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