Mannfred von Carstein (Hellsteed)
Cunning, devious and powerful, Mannfred von Carstein sees all before him as prizes to be claimed.While Vlad von Carstein was the most physically powerful of the Vampire Counts, Mannfred was the most cunning. When Vlad was slain, Mannfred did not involve himself in the infighting that would see Konrad rise to prominence. Instead, he travelled far and wide, seeking to deepen his knowledge of necromantic lore. He made an unholy pilgrimage to the ancient tombs of the Nehekhara and the ancient city of Lahmia, where he wrested the secrets of the Liche Priests from bone-dry papyrus and scrolls made from human skin. Mannfred also studied the ancient spells in the first of the Books of the Dead. Eventually, his journeys took him to Nagashizzar. None can say what foul bargains Mannfred made with that surreal realm's inhabitants in return for forbidden knowledge. When Mannfred finally returned to Sylvania, he was more powerful than ever, and took over the Undead legions in the wake of Konrad's destruction. Mannfred was almost as masterful as Vlad at concealing his true nature. As he sought for allies, Mannfred would travel abroad in the guise of an Imperial lord. He was always courteous to those he met on his travels, as befits a noble from a powerful family. When Mannfred revealed himself at the height of his power, his appearance was far more horrifying - his face became contorted and corpse-like, and his scalp writhed with magical energy. Yet his newfound powers were not enough. In the end, Mannfred was defeated and his army annihilated at the Battle of Hel Fenn. Some storytellers claim that Mannfred is not vanquished. They say he rode from Drakenhof against the forces of Chaos when they invaded the Empire. If Mannfred has survived, then surely he will reveal his designs for the Imperial throne.
Unit Name Mannfred von Carstein (Hellsteed) |
Main Unit Key wh_main_vmp_cha_mannfred_von_carstein_2 |
Land Unit Key wh_main_vmp_cha_mannfred_von_carstein_2 |
Naval Unit Key wh_main_shp_transport |
Land Unit Group Wizard |
Naval Unit Group Wizard |
Soldiers 1 |
Caste Lord |
Category Cavalry |
Class Command |
Custom Battle Cost 1450 |
Recruitment Cost 1550 |
Upkeep Cost 388 |
Melee Attack 66 |
430 |
├ Melee Weapon wh_main_vmp_sword_hero_lord |
├ Melee Damage Base 290 |
├ Melee Damage Ap 140 |
├ Armour Piercing No |
├ Bonus vs Cavalry 0 |
├ Bonus vs Elephants 0 |
└ Bonus vs Infantry 0 |
Charge Bonus 50 |
50 |
├ Base Defence 50 |
├ Shield none |
└ Shield Defence 0 |
80 |
├ Armour wh_main_vmp_heavy_plate_mounted |
├ Armour Defence 80 |
└ Shield Armour 0 |
3796 |
├ Man Entity wh_main_infantry_standard_hero_blood |
├ Man Speed 35 |
├ Man Health 8 |
├ Bonus Hit Points 3780 |
├ Mount wh_main_vmp_mnt_hellsteed |
├ Mount Entity wh_main_vmp_cavalry_flying_hellsteed_blood |
├ Mount Speed 55 |
└ Mount Health 8 |
Leadership (Base Morale) 80 |
Abilities
- Red Fury
Vampires have long had a savage and unstoppable bloodlust. They will continue to slaughter until their enemies lie dead at their feet, or have been turned to Undeath. - Undeath Resurgent
Arise! Do not falter! Do not crumble! Back to life once more! - Master of the Black Arts
The Winds of Magic themselves present little challenge to von Carstein, so matchless is he in his magical prowess. - The Hunger
As the Vampires rip apart their victims they feast on the blood that spills forth – gaining in strength and lost stamina. - Crumbling
The dead do not rest easily in the Old World. Those summoned by Vampires and Necromancers no longer have mortal concerns - they serve only their master's will. - Disintegrating
The Dark Magic binding has failed. Both flesh and necromantic energy slough off the subjects leaving naught but dust.
Attributes
- Causes Fear
This unit frightens all enemy units, reducing their leadership when nearby. It is also immune to fear. Fear penalties do not stack. - Encourage
This unit provides a Lord's aura and an encouraging unit will receive the larger of the two bonuses. - Undead
The unit is Undead (does not rout, immune to terror, becomes unstable when attrition when moving through territory not owned by the Undead.
Strengths & Weaknesses
- Spellcaster
This unit can cast spells. - Armoured
Armoured units can block damage from any source apart from Armour-Piercing damage. - Very Fast
This unit can run circles around most other units, taunting and harrassing the enemy or evading its missile fire. - Melee Expert
Melee Experts might have a very strong Charge Defence. Use them to counter other strong melee units. When facing them, it is best to take them out before they can enter melee.