[Firemaster]

The Book of Isamu

Fields of Valor - Collection 7 - "Heroes of Elswin"

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If you cannot see the Army Card graphic, check Hasbro's Unit Page for stats and special powers, plus "character biography" and other non-game unit info.

Character Bio:A gust of bitter wind blows in from the north. Private Richard Chapman, of the Airborne Elite, pulls his arms tightly around himself in an attempt to shut out the chill. This cursed wind blew him off of his drop zone and now he’s been separated from the rest of his squad.

Chapman scans the horizon looking to spot his allies, when a flash of red catches his eye. The soldier quickly readies his rifle and attunes his senses to his surroundings. He feels something moist hit him on the forehead; reaching up, he touches the wet spot.

“Rain...”, he mutters to himself, as it begins to poor in sheets. Lightning streaks across the sky. The soldier’s heart jumps in his chest! The black form of a masked man, illuminated by the lighting strike, stands directly in front of him, and then in the same instant disappears from sight. Chapman frantically twists his head from one direction to another, but cannot spot the figure. In his peripheral vision the soldier catches another flash of red. Cursing, he turns and fires, to no avail. Nothing is there.

The long, sharp sound of metal being unsheathed is heard from behind. Quickly turning, the Private catches a glimpse of a ninja clothed in red, before all goes black. (Hasbro)
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-Rulings and Clarifications-

• - VANISH 9 : Maximum Movement
  When using Vanish 9, can Isamu’s movement be enhanced by anything like roads, or auras to increase the amount of spaces he can move?
  No. That is a static move value. Isamu may move up to 4 spaces to vanish, but cannot move any further. (Hasbro FAQ)
  
  - VANISH 9 : Moving “0 Spaces”
  Does Isamu have to move in order to vanish?
  It depends on the situation. In order to vanish, Isamu must end his vanishing move not adjacent to any enemy figures, but remember, the move for Vanish 9 is up to the amount listed, so Isamu could choose to move 0 spaces as long as he is not already adjacent to an enemy figure and still vanish. (Hasbro FAQ)
  
  - VANISH 9 : Vanishing vs. Cyberclaw
  If Isamu cannot move because of a special power like the Gladiatron’s Cyberclaw (or any other move inhibiting power) can he still use Vanish 9?
  If Isamu cannot move, and is stuck in melee combat (adjacent to an enemy figure) he cannot use Vanish 9. Remember, he must end his vanishing move not adjacent to an enemy figure. (Hasbro FAQ)
  
  - VANISH 9 : Vanishing vs. Ullar Enhanced Rifle
  If Dead Eye Dan attacks Isamu with his Ullar's Enhanced Rifle and rolls a skull, can Isamu still use Vanish 9?
  Yes. Vanish 9 reads, "If Isamu is attacked and at least 1 skull is rolled..." It mentions nothing about defense dice. The only requirement for Vanish 9 to activate is for the opponent to roll at least 1 skull. (Link)
  
  - VANISH 9 : Vanishing vs. The Rechets Sting
  If The Rechets of Bogdan successfully roll all skulls, activating their Sting power, can Isamu still roll for Vanish 9?
  No. When the Rechet rolls a skull on every die, the “attack phase” is over, and the figure is IMMEDIATELY destroyed. Much like most of the D20 destroy powers, things like Disappearing Ninja, and Stealth Armor 15 do not help against it. It's an instant removal from the board. (Link)

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-Combinations and Synergies-

Synergy Benefits Received

• - ORNAK : Red Flag of Fury
  As a Unique Hero that follows Utgar, Isamu may benefit from Ornak’s RED FLAG OF FURY activation synergy.

Synergy Benefits Offered

• - SACRED BAND : Disciplined Army Defense Bonus*
• Having a Disciplined personality, Isamu may aid the Sacred Band with their DISCIPLINED ARMY DEFENSE BONUS.
  *NOTE: See The Book of Sacred Band for proper application.

C3V and SoV Custom Synergies

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Synergy Benefits Offered

Synergy Benefits Received

EBON ARMOR : ANIMATED MATERIEL & ETERNAL WAR
As a Unique Human, a destroyed Ebon Armor you control may be placed on Isamu's Army Card to replace Isamu upon his own destruction.

KANTONO DAISHI : DISHONORABLE LEADERSHIP
As a Ninja, Isamu may benefit from Kantono Daishi's DISHONORABLE LEADERSHIP activation synergy.

MYRDDIN : MYSTIC SACRIFICE
As a Medium Unique Hero, Isamu may benefit from Myrddin's 20-sided die enhancement.

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-Strategy, Tactics and Tips-

• - TBA

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-Heroscapers Community Contributions-

Power Rankings

Jexik: Isamu- Isamu's ten point cost is by far his best asset. Aside from that, the littlest ninja can actually assassinate some figures mid to late game. A

OEAO: A

Cleon: Tier 10 (4/208)

dok (VC inclusive): A

Unit Strategy Review
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