Quick answer
The Other Side Rail Gunner Character Box gives you a single Abyssinian fireteam model that delivers one devastating long-range shot per activation, making it a specialized armor and priority-target killer for King's Empire forces.
What makes the Rail Gunner different
Unlike standard infantry fireteams that rely on volume of fire, the Rail Gunner is a precision piece. Its compressed rail gun technology, powered by a Soulstone-amplified source, lets it threaten heavily armored targets that smaller arms bounce off. The trade-off is that you get one shot per activation, so positioning and target selection matter more than with a unit that can spray shots across a squad.
Where it fits in a King's Empire army
The Rail Gunner belongs to the Abyssinian faction within the King's Empire alliance. If you already run Mechanized Infantry or other Abyssinia units, this fireteam adds a dedicated anti-armor option that your force may lack. However, if your list relies on mobility or close-range brawling, a slow, single-shot model may feel out of place.
Decision rules for the Rail Gunner Character Box
- Buy if you need anti-armor firepower: Your King's Empire force struggles against high-Armor enemies. The Rail Gunner's single shot is designed to crack those targets open.
- Skip if you prefer volume or mobility: If your playstyle relies on multiple activations per turn or fast flanking moves, a one-shot fireteam that must hold position will frustrate you.
- Check your existing Abyssinia collection: The Rail Gunner is an Abyssinia Allegiance model. If you own other Abyssinia fireteams or the faction starter, this box slots in naturally. Without any Abyssinia units, you may need a larger purchase to field it. Consider the Abyssinia Allegiance box as a foundation before adding specialists.
Product facts
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The Other Side: Rail Gunner: Recruited from the sharpest Mechanized Infantry marksmen, the Rail Gunner delivers one extraordinary long-range shot against Armor and priority targets. This means you're buying a specialist that excels at removing key enemy models, not a general-purpose shooter.
The Other Side: Rail Gunner
Who should buy the Rail Gunner Character Box
Best for
- King's Empire players who need a dedicated long-range armor hunter
- Abyssinia collectors expanding their fireteam options
Not for
- Players who prefer mobile, multi-shot units
- Newcomers without any Abyssinia Allegiance models