In this build for Cassia, we’re going to be building a backline buffer and debuffer, a role she already partly fits into, out of the box. Here’s a guide on how to build Cassia in Rogue Trader.
Best Cassia Build in Warhammer 40k Rogue Trader
Cassia has the unique OriginNavigator, which functions similarly to how a support Psyker might function. HerArchetypeisOfficer,which also perfectly fits into that support role. The best build for Cassia is, therefore, a backline support if you take the right Talents and Abilities for her.
As she will not be in melee range and will not be focused on dealing large amounts of damage, her weapon will beNavigator Staves.
Best Stats for Cassia
Now that there is a clear understanding of Cassia’s core stats, it’s time to talk about leveling her up to make use of them.
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Cassia Leveling Guide
The leveling process for Cassia is focused on getting her buffs established first, then debuffs.
Best Cassia Skills
Cassia’s natural stat spread heavily favors bothPersuasion and Commerce Skills, so investment in these two is recommended. While they do not have any significant effect on her combat performance, they are nice additional bonuses. That said, if you already have a character with these two skills, feel free to invest elsewhere.
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Best Cassia Gear and Equipment
How to play Cassia in Warhammer 40k Rogue Trader
Cassia is both aNavigatorand anOfficer, which means her game plan is all about applying useful buffs and debuffs with each one of her turns. Generally speaking, she will be able to apply buffs and debuffs without ending her turn early, so this works out in the build’s favor.
Cassia is at her best while staying in the backline and throwing out several buffs at a time, while also being close enough to the frontline to throw out her short-range Officier buffs every turn. As her role is purely to provide buffs, she should be in some kind of cover at all times. Positioning-wise, ensure that she is not the first to be shot at in any encounter.
On the buff side of things, Cassia should be applyingVoice of Commandto an allied target so that they always remain in range for her other Officier benefits. With that in mind,always cast Bring it DownandFinest Hour! on DPS characters. Both these Officer abilitiesgrant additional turns to allies, making them some of the best buffs in the game.
For debuffs, castWaking Nightmarewhen there are numerous enemies in a combat scenario. The AoE size of Waking Nightmare is massive, so you should have no trouble debuffing almost every enemy in a single turn. Waking Nightmare triggers the additional Talent effects ofThreads and FaultsandUndamn the Sea of Souls. All of her core debuffs are inflicted all at once when Waking Nightmare is cast, which can be done in asingle turn.
I’ll be updating this Cassia build with her Advanced Archetype in the near future, so if you’re a fan of the build or you just like the guide, feel free to keep an eye out.
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