Armies · Astra Militarum
Hammer of the Emperor Astra Militarum detachment · 11th edition
What Hammer of the Emperor does for Astra Militarum, in our own words: its rules and enhancements, any stratagems that change an attack, the units they name and how often winning lists take it.
In 8 of 98 winning Astra Militarum lists (8%), September – November 2026. 7% in June – August 2026. Astra Militarum on the Meta page ›
What its rules do
- Iron Tread: Squadrons Advance a flat 6" and may move through enemies.
In our own words, as the calculator applies them; see the codex for the rules.
Enhancements
The 4 enhancements Hammer of the Emperor offers, with their points and who can take each, in our words.
- Calm Under Fire 15 pts · for VEHICLE OFFICER model: Once a turn, an Order given twice.
- Indomitable Steed 15 pts · for VEHICLE OFFICER model: Feel No Pain 6+ (Indomitable Steed).
- Regimental Banner 20 pts · for VEHICLE OFFICER model: +3 OC.
- Veteran Crew 20 pts · for VEHICLE OFFICER model: Re-roll hit 1s (Veteran Crew).
Stratagems that change an attack
The 3 stratagems of Hammer of the Emperor that change the dice, in our words, as the calculator plays them.
- 1 CP: Ignores hit minuses shooting · for SQUADRON
- 1 CP: +1 AP shooting · for SQUADRON
- 2 CP: −1 Damage when attacked · for VEHICLE
Questions
Which units are best in Hammer of the Emperor?
By our math Hammer of the Emperor's detachment rule adds no damage against Marine-type infantry; its enhancements and stratagems are listed above.
How often is Hammer of the Emperor played?
Hammer of the Emperor is in 8 of 98 winning Astra Militarum lists (8%), September – November 2026.
What enhancements does Hammer of the Emperor have?
Hammer of the Emperor offers 4: Calm Under Fire (15 pts), Indomitable Steed (15 pts), Regimental Banner (20 pts) and Veteran Crew (20 pts).