Wan Shi Tong wrote:
I've played a list rather like this at 800pts. I think Elessar and Hurin are a solid duo for Minis Tirith. They have performed well for me so far. I wouldn't underestimate Elessar's heroic resolve against spell casters. If you get transfixed it's not like you will be spending that free might on combats anyhow.
I've also see a good result from both Ingold and the rangers and warriors combo. It can make your line a bit slower then normal if you want to get some shooting done but I think it pays off most of the time.
The only thing I find a bit odd is the inclusion of the banner bearer when you've already got Elessar, the living banner, cruising around. I guess it could be useful for scenarios and to make sure Ingold always gets a reroll. On the other hand, you could also have another knight and ranger with Hurin instead. I would just be less inclined to spend points on a banner since Elessar already has a large range for providing rerolls.
Thanks, reassuring to hear that people have had success with a similar list.
The banner is the question I wondered the most as well, and it is there mainly for scenarios. But I think it also allows for greater tactical flexibility when you do not have to count on having Aragorn next to your battle line. Or if you want to make a cavalry charge to a flank, I often find I have to choose whether to support the center or the flank with the banner. Of course the 6' range of Aragorn makes this much less of a problem.
I might exchange it for 3 more rangers though.