The Book of Jotun

dnutt99 · #1 April 20th, 2007, 11:57 PM

The Book of Jotun
Raknar's Vision - "Heroes of Lindesfarme"

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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: "Halgo, Demicus!" Jotun called, as the many barbarians of the forest planet, Feylund, finally blanketed him with enough ropes to pull him to the ground. Never before had the colossal giant been in fear for his life. "Brothers, save me!" Jotun cried out, as one of the ruthless barbarians climbed to Jotun’s chest and raised his spear skyward to finish their evil task. But fate intervened just in time as Ullar summoned Jotun to his cause, thereby forever placing the mighty giant in his debt. (Hasbro)
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-Rulings and Clarifications-

- WILD SWING : Targeting Self
Can Jotun target himself with his Wild Swing Special Attack?
No, a figure cannot target itself for any attack unless specifically stated on the card. (Hasbro FAQ)

- THROW 14 : Throwing Damage vs. Falling Damage
Are figures that are thrown subject to Falling damage?
No, throwing damage includes falling damage. You do not have to roll for falling damage separately. (Hasbro FAQ)

- THROW 14 : Affects of Terrain
Do Slippery Ice or Heavy Snow tiles limit the distance you can throw a figure?
No. Just count each space as one space. (Hasbro FAQ)

- THROW 14 : Throwing Above “the Height of Jotun”
What does “the height of Jotun” mean?
The "height of Jotun" is the level Jotun is on, plus his height of 10. For example, if Jotun were standing on the first level, he would need to toss someone up above level 11 (or on the top of level 11) in order to negate any throwing damage. (Hasbro FAQ)

- THROW 14 : “Non-Flying” Figures
Jotun can only throw “non-flying” figures. If the wind glyph is in play and activated, or if Morsbane has negated the figure’s special powers, and figure cannot fly, are they considered “non-flying” figures and can Jotun throw them?
Yes on both counts. Flying figures are considered non-flying once the wind glyph is activated. When Morsbane negates a figure’s flying ability, they are also considered “non-flying.” (Hasbro FAQ)

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-Combinations and Synergies-

Synergy Benefits Received

- ACOLARH : Ullar's Amulet
As a unit that follows Ullar, Jotun may benefit from Acolarh's ULLAR'S AMULET movement bonus.

Synergy Benefits Offered

- N/A

C3V and SoV Custom Synergies

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-Strategy, Tactics and Tips-

- TBA

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-Heroscapers Community Contributions-

Power Rankings

Jexik: Jotun- Jotun costs too much. C

OEAO: C

Cleon: Tier 5 (140/208)

dok (VC inclusive): Jotun- Still a ton of points and leaves you wishing for more commons, but he's a heck of a lot better with some Dreadguls backing him up. B-

Master Index

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Originally Posted by MKSentinel

Unit Strategy Review

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Garet Jaxx · #2 April 27th, 2007, 09:03 PM

I always use Jotun to wipe out dragons because he has enough life to get there and his attack is very effective.
Also use him to throw people over water. (duh, I know)

DrLivingston · #3 April 29th, 2007, 09:07 PM

That's not a "duh" to me.
I never thought of doing that.
That's a really good way of putting a figure out of the fight for a while.
Neat!

TheEvilPenguin · #4 April 29th, 2007, 09:21 PM

This guy is a monster. I never knew how deadly he was until just now, when I first saw his card. Eight dice for one attack, and then you get that frickin' ridiculous attack that hits everyone around your target, too? So. Much. Death. How the Hell are you supposed to stop this guy? Well, obviously, range attacks, but the guy has the most powerful range attack you could ask for! He can throw a swinging Drake, Carr, or get the Krav Maga up to high ground. Truly a deadly piece. Worth every ridiculous point.

Revdyer · #5 May 4th, 2007, 07:55 AM

Jotun's Wild Swing is simply devastating on a Zombie horde.

Hogg · #6 May 4th, 2007, 05:25 PM

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Originally Posted by TheEvilPenguin

Eight dice for one attack, and then you get that frickin' ridiculous attack that hits everyone around your target, too?

His normal attack is 8, But his wild swing special attack only has an attack of 4.

Mr.Zolt · #7 May 6th, 2007, 05:08 PM

Question: Can you throw your own units? If so then can you throw one of your own characters out of Q9's grip or say throw them over water (I know they may be damaged)

IAmBatman · #8 May 6th, 2007, 06:07 PM

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Originally Posted by Mr.Zolt

Question: Can you throw your own units? If so then can you throw one of your own characters out of Q9's grip or say throw them over water (I know they may be damaged)

yes, yes, and yes.
yes, you may throw your own units - one of the best ways to use this is by throwing slow moving ranged figures up to height (where you don't have to worry about them taking throwing damage).
yes you may throw a figure engaged by an enemy figure without taking any leaving engagement attacks (as it says on the card). I think you may have intended to ask about Major X17 here instead of Q9 though ... if I'm right I'll clarify that one too. X17 (as well as the gladitrons) have the cyberclaw power, which cannot be circumvented by any special power on any card, including throw. Meaning if a friendly figure is locked down by cyberclaw, there's no throwing them out of it.
Finally, yes you can throw them over water, but I'm not sure I'd risk the damage. Why not just throw them to the very edge of a large body of water so they don't take damage and then let them climb out of it on their next activation?

Ninjaman1993 · #9 February 14th, 2009, 12:09 AM

I used Jotun the other day in a 3-player 1500 point game. He smashed through one of my opponents. He destroyed at least 5 heroes( including Krug) without receiving a wound

Killometer · #10 April 17th, 2009, 08:09 PM

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Originally Posted by IAmBatman

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Originally Posted by Mr.Zolt

Question: Can you throw your own units?

yes, you may throw your own units - one of the best ways to use this is by throwing slow moving ranged figures up to height (where you don't have to worry about them taking throwing damage).

If you want to throw one of your own figures, do you still have to roll the the d20 and hope for 14+, or can you waive the attempted defense (since that's what it represents) and just throw your guy?

Revdyer · #11 April 17th, 2009, 08:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Killometer

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Originally Posted by IAmBatman

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Originally Posted by Mr.Zolt

Question: Can you throw your own units?

yes, you may throw your own units - one of the best ways to use this is by throwing slow moving ranged figures up to height (where you don't have to worry about them taking throwing damage).

If you want to throw one of your own figures, do you still have to roll the the d20 and hope for 14+, or can you waive the attempted defense (since that's what it represents) and just throw your guy?

You have to roll successfully in order to throw, even if it is your own figure.

Killometer · #12 April 17th, 2009, 08:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Revdyer

You have to roll successfully in order to throw, even if it is your own figure.

That's what I figured, just wanted to check though.

It looks like now I have Houserule #2 already lined up.