In this Rogue Trader build for Argenta, we’re going to take her from a backline support/DPS to a frontline bruiser. Based on her initial stats, she is perfect for this transformation!
Best Argenta Build in Warhammer 40k Rogue Trader
Argenta comes as aDeath WorldPriest OriginandSoldier Archetype, making her perfect for this type of build so long as the right talents and gear are used. As a Bruiser, Argenta will focus on being in the frontline to deal massive damage through the constant use of her Heroic ability and draw enemy attention. She will not be in melee range, as her weapon of choice will be one of the variants of the Flamer.
Best Stats for Argenta
Now that you have an understanding of Argenta’s core stats let’s talk about the actual meat of the build: The Archetype.
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Argenta Leveling Guide
With this build, Argenta is going to be her best when using Flamer Area attacks to deal as much damage as possible to as many enemies as possible. As such, the following selection focuses entirely on allowing her to dodge enemy attacks while dishing out critical damage as a result. Attacks that do get through are heavily mitigated by her large health pool and medium armor.
Best Argenta Skills
For Argenta, her stats allow us to conveniently focus on theDemolitionSkill, which gives her focus as the party’s ‘lockpicker’ in terms of a role outside of combat. Demolition has no real application in combat, so consider it a bonus and nothing more.
Best Argenta Abilities
BestArgenta Gear and Equipment
These three things make the core of Argenta’s Brusier build, so do not skip out on them if you want this build to remain effective in the late game.
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How to play Argenta in Warhammer 40k Rogue Trader
As Argenta is a Priest, she gets to make use ofWar Hymnonce per combat scenario. War Hymn generatesMomentumbased on how many enemies are near her and how many enemies she hits in the same turn she activates War Hymn. This means she can use herFirearm MasteryHeroic ability far more often than anyone else on average.
Since she will be usingFlamer Area attacksconstantly, Argenta can greatly boost her Momentum once per combat. The ideal scenario is to use the Flamer area attack to hit several enemies at once, then use War Hymnafterhitting them. Using it before doing so will greatly diminish the effect.
Additionally, she will want to castRun and Gunas often as possible so she can deal as much damage as possible. Couple this with positioning that allows her to take constant advantage of theTrace the TrajectoryTalent.
I’ll be updating this build with both Argenta’s Advanced Archetype shortly, so keep an eye out if you like the guide and are a fan of the build!
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