Warpstone Flux Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 4/5 stars. The rules are good.
Background.
If you drew a Venn diagram of cyborgs, robots, and servitors, then the Scyllax might sit at the intersection and be a bit mistrusted by large parts of the mechanicum for their icky origins. There are claims that over time they gain something of self-awareness despite their minimal organic components. Their purpose is as a Magi's bodyguards and a melee unit.
Strengths.
With 5's on the stat line in most places, the Scyllax are are strong proposition for the poins cost and like enhanced marines otherwise.
The come equipped with a combat array for AP=3 with breaching. This is made worse for opponents due to the inherent rad furnace to reduce their toughness. The phased reactor shields are interesting as well for improving the invulnerable save against attacks to 5+.
Beyond this, there is the option to upgrade with a bolt gun. This is so cheap it is in the category of "why not".
Weaknesses.
The poinst cost is cheap enough to not be that bothered if they grind to a halt, and they can be effective even with 2 wounds and a 3+ save in many battlefield locations and situations. Obviously stronger in close combat than in ranged shooting - they just need to get there. The "Compact" rule will help if you need to transport them. But even as abalative wounds considering their retinue status, they are useful if not outstanding.
Builds.
5 Scyllax, 5 bolt guns (135 points).
I selected 5 members only because it gives a final number divisible by 5 when upgrading to bolt guns. Otherwise this is a pretty standard unit.
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