This episode of the podcast covers the opening strategies for the Nekro Virus faction in Twilight Imperium. They discuss the strategy and abilities of the Nekro Virus race, early game strategies, trading and threats, countering opponents, and the importance of assuming a fair playing field. They also explore specific planet and pie slice choices, maximizing pre-fire abilities, and the strategy of using the Mentak Coalition's ability to pillage resources.
Controlling Mechatol Rex is a key strategy for the Necrovirus, offering benefits and the ability to force combat or gain victory points.
The Necrovirus race should rely on Mechatol Rex as a consistent plan for success, due to its inherent adaptability and the unpredictability of playing as the Nekro race.
Building a large number of ground forces and utilizing the Necrovirus flagship's abilities, along with techs like Transit Diodes, can make the Necrovirus a formidable opponent on the battlefield.
Deep dives
Building a Defensive Fort on Mechatol Rex
A strong strategy for the Necrovirus is to focus on taking and defending Mechatol Rex. This involves using their flagship and building a large number of ground forces to hold the planet. Techs that work well with this strategy include Transit Diodes, Latani II, and the experimental battle station from the Federation of Sol.
Counteracting Barony of Letnev
The Barony of Letnev can be a tough neighbor for the Necrovirus, as their ability to bombard can be devastating to ground forces. It is important to focus on defense and utilize abilities such as the Non-Euclidean Shielding technology to soak up hits. Additionally, the Yen Brotherhood's X-89 Bacterial Weapon can also be a strong counter to the Necrovirus' ground forces, so caution should be exercised when dealing with them.
Utilizing the Necro Flagship and Ground Forces
The Necrovirus' flagship is a powerful defensive unit that allows ground forces to participate in space combat. Utilizing this ability and building up a large number of ground forces can make you a difficult opponent to overcome. Coupled with techs like Transit Diodes and Mirror Computing, the Necrovirus can become a superpower on the battlefield.
Securing Command Counters and Pivoting Strategies
Securing a large number of command counters is essential for the Necrovirus to be able to carry out their strategies effectively. Taking tech and focusing on objectives that reward command counters can help in this regard. Additionally, being adaptable and willing to pivot strategies depending on the situation is crucial, as the Necrovirus can thrive in various play styles, such as focusing on Mecha-Tol Rex, building a strong fleet, or pursuing war-sons
The Importance of Holding Mechatol Rex
One key strategy discussed in the podcast is the significance of controlling Mechatol Rex. The hosts emphasize that going for Mechatol Rex can provide numerous benefits and a solid strategy for success. They point out that by occupying Mechatol Rex, players can force others to engage in combat or risk losing out on valuable victory points. Additionally, the hosts mention that even if a player loses control of Mechatol Rex, they can still gain technological advancements and rebuild their forces at their home system. Ultimately, the podcast highlights Mechatol Rex as a strong and reliable strategy for the players.
The Need for a Solid Strategy as the Nekro Virus Race
The podcast episode explores the challenges of playing as the Nekro Virus race. It highlights the complexities of constantly readjusting strategies and the difficulty of anticipating unique scenarios. The hosts express the importance of having at least one solid, known variable to rely on, with Mechatol Rex being the recommended option. They argue that while the Nekro race requires adapting to varying conditions, Mechatol Rex provides a consistent plan and a well-defined path to success. The hosts caution against straying from this strategy due to the inherent unpredictability of playing as the Nekro race and their ability to bend the rules to their advantage.
The future is now! Automobiles! Engines of War! Microwave ovens! This week's episode covers all things technological, because it's time for Matt Martens and Hunter Donaldson to discuss the Nekro Virus' opening strategies. Is our most situational faction ever in a situation to win? Yes, definitely yes. Also, there's errata on last week's Mentak Coalition episode, so stay tuned until the end to see what the community had to say.
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