4/5 stars. The rules are good.
Background.
These are the Ikisat who are also known as the Burning Ones. Their role is straight forward enough: guardians of Snaguinius - or on occasion of commanders who were held in favour by the Primarch or his heralds. In effect then, when a commander is accompanied by these men, he has the full backing of the Primarch as these Seraph will sacrifice themselves for the commander or Primarch to live.
Strengths.
More jump pack marines, but this time with 2 wounds, WS=5, and all armed with perdition weapons.
There are a variety of upgrades available, and I think the full squad melta bombs on a full squad are an absolute steal. Paragon blades and inferno pistols all have their place as well. The best upgrade is, however, the banner. You should be taking the legion standard.
Weaknesses.
I am a bit torn on the utility of combat shields for these marines to be honest.
Builds.
5 Seraph, Legion Standard, Paragon Blade (235points).
I feel there's no point to the unit unless you are taking the legion standard, and then a paragon blade comes a close second.
10 Seraph, Melta Bombs, Legion Standard, 2 Paragon Blades, 2 Inferno Pistols (495 points).
In the realm of very costly in terms of points, but the cost is understandable. This is the ultimate escort unit minus the combat shields (20 points upgrade for that all round, so something to think over) and you should be able to pull things off by speed and positioning.
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