| “ | High Elf aristocrats are precise and calculating, and they bring this nature to the battlefield. | „ |
Surthara Bel-Kec is a 
High Elves Unique Lord unit introduced in Total War: Warhammer II. In the campaign, she leads the 
Tiranoc faction.
Description[]
The noble families of Ulthuan have led the High Elves through times of peace and conflict for thousands of years. They pride themselves on a deep sense of honour, as well as the mastery of both diplomacy and war as art forms. The High Elves believe an existence lived without precision to be hollow, and scarcely preferable to death. Any Elven aristocrat is just at home fighting with sword in bloody melee as he is loosing deathly-accurate arrows from afar, or even dictating the strategy from a greater distance still. Depending on their wealth and the kingdom of their birth, the princes and princesses of Ulthuan fight in many different ways. Those of Tiranoc typically do battle from the back of swift-wheeled chariots, while the lords of Lothern often stand, spear and bow in hand, amidst the ranks of the Sea Guard. Those with the greatest wealth might ride upon a Great Eagle or Griffon or, in the case of the mightiest princes and princesses of Caledor, a Dragon. Such steeds are invariably a symbol of status, as well as lending a brutal advantage in the midst of battle.
Attributes[]
Hybrid-Weapon Infantry- ▲ Anti-Infantry: Anti-infantry units have an advantage against targets that are smaller than a horse. This advantage can be a damage bonus against small targets, superior weight used to smash through lighter enemies, or an explosive attack from range that effects a large area.
- ▲ Melee Expert: Melee Experts might have a very strong melee attack or melee defence, or high values in both. Some also have melee-focused skills like Charge Defence. Use them to counter other strong melee units. When facing them, it is best to take them out before they can enter melee.
Unit Abilities[]
Active Abilities[]
Passive Abilities[]
Mounts[]
- Barded Ithilmar Steed
- Great Eagle
- Griffon (requires The Warden and the Paunch)
- Moon Dragon
- Star Dragon
Character Traits[]
Personal Trait[]
Chariot Master: Magnificent chariots, gifted to those who have impressed with their devotion, bravery and prowess in battle.
- Reload time reduction: +10% for Tiranoc Chariot units (Lord's army)
- Speed: +10% for Chariot units (Lord's army)
- Upkeep: -30% for Chariot units (Lord's army)
- Recruitment duration: -1 turn for Chariot units (minimum 1) (local province)
Talent Tree[]
Strategy[]
See here for general strategies involving the Princess.
Surthara Bel-Kec's unique trait provides small buffs to chariots, so if you want to have a full chariot army this is the Lord to use.
Trivia[]
- Surthara Bel-Kec's name and trait are a reference to the Varg Lord, Surtha Ek, who was (in)famous in the original Total War: Warhammer for spamming chariots and marauder horsemen.
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