Introduction
Necrons are one of the most feared and iconic armies in Warhammer 40,000. They are ancient robotic beings, once flesh and blood, now eternal machines of living metal.
On the battlefield, Necrons combine durability, the ability to reanimate, and advanced technology – making them a unique and terrifying army.
Lore – who are the Necrons?
Millions of years ago, the Necrons were a dying race, plagued by short lifespans. They made a pact with the cosmic gods, the C’tan, trading their souls for immortality in metallic bodies. When they realized their fate, they rose in rebellion, shattered their gods, and went into stasis in their tomb worlds – only to reawaken in the dark times of the galaxy.
Now the Necrons march again, guided by their dynasties and overlords, with the goal of reclaiming the galaxy that was once theirs.
Gameplay on the Tabletop
Necrons are a durable and technologically advanced army.
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Durability: Almost all units have Reanimation Protocols – they can reanimate after being shot down.
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Shooting: Gauss weapons and heavy energy beams tear through armor.
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Elite Units: Lychguard, Immortals, and Destroyers are killing machines.
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Monumental Vehicles: Monoliths and Doomsday Arks dominate the battlefield.
Necrons can sometimes feel slow, but their resilience makes them difficult to stop.
Iconic Units
Some of the most classic Necron units:
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Necron Warriors – immortal infantry with gauss weapons.
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Immortals – elite troops with heavy weapons.
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Overlords – mighty leaders who command the dynasties.
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Lychguard – immortal bodyguards with shields and swords.
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Monolith – a massive vehicle that is both a weapon platform and a teleportation portal.
Explore our range of Necrons at RGBKingz and start building your own dynasty.
Painting & Hobby Tips
Necrons are relatively easy to paint, but can be made incredibly beautiful with the right techniques.
Popular color schemes:
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Classic Metallic – silver with green energy details.
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Novokh – red and metallic, aggressive and menacing.
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Mephrit – black and green, technological and mysterious.
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Sautekh – traditional Necron green and metallic.
Tips: use drybrushing for metallic surfaces and glow effects (e.g. with Technical Paints) for energy on weapons and eyes.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Are Necrons a good beginner army?
Yes! They are durable and forgiving thanks to Reanimation Protocols, making them popular for new players.
Can Necrons play offensively or defensively?
Both – you can play defensively with strong shooting or offensively with Destroyers and Wraiths.
What makes Necrons unique compared to other armies?
Their combination of durability, advanced technology, and the ability to reanimate makes them unique in Warhammer 40,000.
Summary
Necrons are the army of immortality – ancient machines marching relentlessly against the peoples of the galaxy. On the table, they are a durable and technologically advanced army that can rise from the dead and strike back even harder.
Are you ready to lead your immortal warriors to victory?
Check out our selection of Necrons at RGBKingz and start building your army today.