Why choose ultramarines?

The Ultramarines kind of do everything well, and they're the most tactically flexible chapter of Space Marines, able to move freely around the board shooting while picking and choosing the combats they want to be involved with.

Why are the Ultramarines popular?

Almost every type of squad (tactical, scout, etc) have a special character. The reason Ultramarines are so loved throughout the SM Codex is because they adhere strictly to the Codex Astartes whereas BA, BT, SW, and DA all have their own take on it and it has caused a bit of strife between them and the Inquisition.

Are Ultramarines any good?

The Ultramarines even in the lore while an incredibly accomplished and decorated chapter, are not considered the greatest Space Marines. They're the most versatile and honorable chapter maybe, but are not as skilled as some of their cousin chapters.

Are Ultramarines the best chapter?

Ultramarines. Ultramarines are the Space Marine chapter that we love to hate, but the truth is that they are one of the best Space Marine chapters there is–at least in terms of performance on the tabletop. Make all the jokes you want about Robute Guilliman, but the Ultramarines are good at getting it done.

What are Ultramarines weaknesses?

In short, Ultramarines are mean. Weaknesses: Marines may hit like a truck, but they are also surprisingly fragile. 3+ armor may seem good, but in reality, it dies to most anti-infantry things.

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What is the strongest Space Marine faction?

From a competitive standpoint, the Iron Hands and Imperial Fists are the best Space Marine Chapters to play, followed by the Dark Angels, Deathwatch and Space Wolves. However, don't let this discourage you from playing a Space Marine Chapter you like based on the models, lore and history.

Do Ultramarines care about civilians?

Ultramarines, Blood Angels, White Scars, Imperial Fists and Raven Guard are all nice to civilians as well, though they will usually not go out of their way to protect them like the Wolves or Salamanders do.

Can Ultramarines shoot twice?

Q: Whilst the Tactical Doctrine is active, can models in Ultramarines Aggressor Squads with the Scions of Guilliman ability shoot twice if they moved in your preceding Movement phase (but did not Advance or Fall Back)? A: Yes.

What is the rarest Space Marines in Warhammer?

The Grey Knights , without question.

Why do Ultramarines have red helmets?

In the ten millennia since the Battle of Calth, the sergeants of the Ultramarines and several other Codex-compliant Chapters continue to paint their helmets red to signify the honour accorded to the Astartes who achieve this rank.

Can Ultramarines be red?

Ultramarine Red is considered non-staining, unusual for a red.

Why is the Marine Corps so special?

Marines are trained to improvise, adapt, and overcome all obstacles in all situations. They possess the willingness and the determination to fight and to keep fighting until victory is assured. Watch how Marines make critical decisions at a moment's notice.

What do the Ultramarines specialize in?

Overview. As is typical of Codex-compliant 8th Company's, the Ultramarines 8th are known to specialize in close support and Assault Squad disciplines before moving onto the Battle Companies.

Why are Ultramarines called Smurfs?

Chapter History. In an unknown time, the Ultramarines spawned a chapter full of the abhuman, Smurfs. They are an Abhuman race from the planet Smurfopolis.

Are Ultramarines religious?

Actually Space Marines aren't defined as religious at all. Most of them don't even worship the Emperor as a God. (Stated in most Codices). The biggest exception is The Black Templars, who DO worship the Emperor as a god.

Are there female Ultramarines?

They are the Emperor's super soldiers, genetically modified, and aside from violence, immortal. They are armed with the best armor and weapons the Imperium can provide and of course, They Know No Fear. Finally, they are always male.

How long can Ultramarines live?

These dates are based on casualties sustained; but the direct answer to your question was explicitly given in the original Codex: Ultramarines - Marines live to three centuries, after which they show signs of extreme old age.

Who are the most brutal Space Marine chapter?

Yes neithan is right about the knights of blood, I think they are the most brutal chapter within the imperium followed by the caracharodons.

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Are Ultramarines stronger?

The Ultramarines are considered one of the strongest and most honoured of all the Space Marine Chapters in the Imperium of Man, and were responsible for almost single-handedly holding the Imperium together after the Horus Heresy.

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What is the best troop choice in Space Marines?

infiltrators do seem to be the best Space Marine troop choice right now as him to appear in various different combinations.