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| − | [[Image:Corspaint1.jpg|thumb|220px|right|'''ForgeWorld''' Corsairs{{Fn|11}}]]
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| − | '''Eldar Corsairs''' or '''Anhrathe'''{{Fn|13}} are bands of piratical '''Eldar Outcasts'''. They are a constant threat to [[Merchant Fleet|merchant shipping]], though very rarely pose a threat to a major [[Imperial]] [[Imperial Fleet#Imperial Navy Warfleets|battlefleet]].{{Fn|2}}
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| − | ==Outcasts and Pirates==
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| − | [[Image:EldarBanners.jpg|thumb|150px|right|'''Eldar Pirate''' symbols]]
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| − | Sometimes the rigid constraints of the [[Eldar Path]] are intolerable even for an [[Eldar]] to bear; such individuals leave their [[Craftworld]]s and become known as [[Eldar Outcast|Outcast]]s. Outcasts must bear the terrible burden of their heightened Eldar consciousness without the protection of the Eldar path, set free within the universe they are dangerously vulnerable. Only Eldar of especially strong character can survive for long as Outcasts. After years of wandering as adventurers or [[Rangers]], or sailing the seas of space aboard the '''pirate fleets''', most Eldar Outcasts eventually return to the sanctuary of the Eldar path.{{cite this}}
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| − | There are many bands of so-called '''Corsairs''' scattered across the galaxy, and all are savage and deadly raiders. Outcasts from the strict confines of the Craftworlds, the Corsairs live in self-imposed exile, seeking to explore the galaxy and experience the full gamut of emotion and sensation accessible to the Eldar’s sensitive psyche. Most are young and adventurous Eldar who will eventually return to their homes older, wiser and tempered by warfare. Some, however, embrace the raider’s life completely and fall further still, becoming ever more bloodthirsty and psychotic, indulging their darkest impulses and eventually seeking out the infamous [[Dark City]].{{cite this}}
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| − | Its known that sometimes foolish and wealthy [[Human]]s are known to hire the services of Corsairs who demand an extortionate price for their cooperation. Tales often tell of their mastery and splendour in battle though these also speak of a Corsair's fickle loyalty, sudden betrayals and gleeful slaughtering grace with their silken armour sometimes being coated with the blood of former allies.{{Fn|6b}}
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| − | In battle, Corsairs emphasize speed and surprise over firepower and armour. They operate fast, agile spacecraft and for atmospheric and ground operations rely on [[Eldar Jetbike|Jetbike]], [[Venom]], [[Vyper]], [[Wasp Assault Walker|Wasp]], [[Falcon]], and [[Hornet]] vehicles with supporting [[Phoenix]] attack aircraft. Corsairs are not well-equipped for extended campaigns, preferring lightning-fast raids on unsuspecting positions.{{Fn|8a}} If they do become bogged down in a protracted battle or are assaulting a well-fortified position, they often use [[Warp Hunter]]s and [[Night Spinner]]s for heavy support.{{Fn|8b}}
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| − | [[Image:Corsair Jetbike.jpg|thumb|220px|right|'''ForgeWorld''' Jetbike Corsair{{Fn|12}}]] | |
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| − | ==Relations with Other Aeldari==
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| − | Eldar Corsairs tend to be more active than their Craftworld cousins, who primarily focus on their own defense, whereas Corsairs aggressively seek opportunities to raid. Certain Corsair fleets are closely allied with certain Craftworlds, such as such as the [[Eldritch Raiders]] with Iyanden or [[Xian's Black Raiders|Xian's Black Raiders]] with [[Ulthwé]], but others act completely independently. Corsairs may also form alliances with [[Exodite]] worlds in exchange for safe haven and military aid. Occasionally, Asuryani Craftworlds and Corsair bands have gone to war against each other. It is speculated that these outbreaks of war are attempts to prevent Corsair fleets from fully falling to the influence of the Drukhari Archons.{{Fn|14a}}
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| − | ==Modus Operandi==
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| − | Corsair fleets are organized in nomadic groups of coteries, each composed of one or more bands. These bands often menace sectors for a short time, preferring to remain elusive and avoid drawn out battles and siege warfare. These Corsair fleets will often hide deep within a nebula or asteroid field, forgotten Eldar stations, or leftover bases from before the Fall. A standard Corsaid raid begins with a rapid deployment from Vampire Raiders, before quickly striking and withdrawing. Boarding actions against undefended or poorly defended freighters or transports is also common. Corsair Princes will often be supported by heavier units, such as [[Nightwings]] or [[Phoenix|Phoenix Bombers]] when in need. Corsair Princes are willing to sell out their fleet as mercenaries during lean times. Employment as mercenaries could be done at the behest of a rebellious planetary governor, Imperial Guard commanders, or any other renegade willing to ally with xenos.{{Fn|14a}}
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| − | ==Organization==
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| − | A [[Corsair Prince]] is the leader of a Corsair Fleet. A Corsair Prince supported by his advisors, captains, and crew commands known as [[Corsair Barons]]. A fleet may also be guided by renegade Aeldari psykers known as [[Void Dreamers]].
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| − | A Corsair Prince or Baron will lead a set of '''Cotories'', each of which may be led by a Baron, Void Dreamer, or even the Prince. Each Coteries is composed of a set of bands, composed of [[Corsair Reavers]], [[Corsair Skyreavers]], [[Corsair Ghostwalkers]], or [[Corsair Cloud Dancers]]. Each of these bands may be led by an experienced veterans, known as [[Corsair Felarchs]].
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| − | A Cotorie may also be supported by a number of elite units, such and heavy infantry, heavy support, or fast attack units.{{Fn|14b}}
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| − | ===Troops===
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| − | *[[Corsair Prince]]
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| − | *[[Void Dreamer]]s
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| − | *[[Blade Sworn]]
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| − | *[[Felarch]]s
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| − | *[[Voidstorm Squad]]s
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| − | *[[Eldar Corsair|Corsairs]]
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| − | *[[Path of the Outcast|Outcasts]]
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| − | *[[Ranger]]s
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| − | *[[Kabalite Warrior]]s
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| − | *[[Harlequin]]s
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| − | ==Known Corsair Groups==
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| − | Some of the most notable groups include:
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| − | *[[Yriel|Yriel's]] [[Eldritch Raiders]].{{Fn|2}}{{Fn|3}}
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| − | *[[Sky Raiders]]{{Fn|8a}}
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| − | *[[Sunblitz Brotherhood]] {{Fn|3}} {{Fn|5}}
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| − | *[[Void Dragons]] {{Fn|5}}
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| − | Other, lesser known, groups are:
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| − | *[[Alai Mercenary Corps]]{{Fn|4}}
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| − | *[[Alai-Myan Alliance]]{{Fn|4}}
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| − | *[[Alaitoc Warp Hunters]]{{Fn|4}}
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| − | *[[Balestorm Avengers]]{{Fn|9}}
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| − | *[[Black Suns]]{{Fn|3}}
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| − | *[[Children of Thorns]]{{Fn|6a}}
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| − | *[[Cloud Dancers]] - [[Jetbike]]s group that fought on [[Betalis III]]{{Fn|12}}
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| − | *[[Crow Spirits]]{{Fn|6a}}
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| − | *[[Traevelliath Sliscus|Duke Sliscus']] [[Sky Serpents]]{{Fn|7}}
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| − | *[[Ulthyr Ellarion|Ellarion's Raiders]]
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| − | *[[Executioners (Corsairs)|Executioners]]
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| − | *[[Golden Squadron]]{{Fn|4}}
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| − | *[[Howling Serpents]]{{Fn|10}}
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| − | *[[Myan Agents of Silence]]{{Fn|4}}
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| − | *[[Scarlet Command]]{{Fn|4}}
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| − | *[[Sky Reavers]]{{Fn|5}}
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| − | *[[Twilight Swords]]
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| − | *[[Ulthwe Steeleye Reavers]]{{Fn|4}}
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| − | *[[Void Warriors]]{{Fn|3}}
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| − | *[[Xian's Black Raiders]]{{Fn|4}}
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| − | ==Notable Battles==
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| − | *'''143-151.[[M41]]''' - [[Gothic War]]
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| − | *'''721.[[M41]]''' - [[Volyn]] Raid
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| − | *'''894.[[M41]]''' - [[Betalis Campaign]]
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| − | *'''992.[[M41]]''' - [[Battle for Iyanden]]
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| − | *'''Undated''' - [[Battle of Va'yun]]
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| − | *'''???.[[M42]] - [[Battle of Iathglas]]
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| − | ==Notable Eldar Corsairs==
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| − | *[[Alanthrasil Swiftblade]]
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| − | *[[Yriel]]
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| − | *[[Duke Sliscus]]
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| − | *[[Kaarja Salombar]]
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| − | *[[Saarania]]
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| − | *[[Ulthyr Ellarion]]
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| − | *[[Ebahn Lauma]]
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| − | *[[Iath Bloodweaver]]
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| − | *[[Nhilus]]
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| − | *[[Galadhar]]
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| − | *[[Ferianwyr Greensteel]]
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| − | ==Related Articles==
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| − | *[[Blade Sworn Retinue]]
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| − | *[[Corsair Armoury]]
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| − | *[[Eldar Path]]
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| − | *[[Ranger]]
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| − | {{cite}}
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| − | ==Sources==
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| − | *{{Endn|1}}: [[Codex: Eldar (4th Edition)]], pg. 53
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| − | *{{Endn|2}}: [http://www.games-workshop.com/MEDIA_CustomProductCatalog/m1280015_BFG_Yriels_Raiders.pdf Yriels Raiders], pg. 1
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| − | *{{Endn|3}}: [[White Dwarf 119 (UK)]], pg. 81
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| − | *{{Endn|4}}: [[Warhammer 40,000 Chapter Approved - The Book of the Astronomican]], pg. 43
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| − | *{{Endn|5}}: http://www.forgeworld.co.uk/Warhammer-40000/Eldar/ELDAR_TRANSFER_SHEET.html ''(last accessed 8 June 2015)''
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| − | *6: [[Rogue Trader Core Rulebook]]
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| − | **{{Endn|6a}}: pg. 358
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| − | **{{Endn|6b}}: pg. 376
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| − | *{{Endn|7}}: [[Codex: Dark Eldar (5th Edition)]], pg. 51
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| − | *8: [[Imperial Armour Volume Eleven - The Doom of Mymeara]]
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| − | **{{Endn|8a}}: pg. 147
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| − | **{{Endn|8b}}: pg. 171
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| − | *{{Endn|9}}: [[Deathwatch: The Outer Reach]], pgs. 64-65
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| − | *{{Endn|10}}: [[Apocalypse (2013)]], pg. 117
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| − | *{{Endn|11}}: http://www.forgeworld.co.uk/Warhammer-40000/Eldar/ELDAR_CORSAIR_CONVERSION_KIT.html ''(last accessed 8 June 2015)''
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| − | *{{Endn|12}}: [[White Dwarf 92 (2015)]] - ''Forge World - Eldar Corsair Jetbike Upgrade Set''
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| − | *{{Endn|13}}: [[Imperial Armour - Index: Xenos]], pg. 75
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| − | *14: [[Imperial Armour Volume Eleven - Second Edition: The Doom of Mymeara]]
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| − | *{{Endn|14a}}: pg. 146
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| − | *{{Endn|14b}}: pg. 152
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| − | ==External Links==
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| − | *http://www.forgeworld.co.uk/New_Stuff/ELDAR-CORSAIR-CONVERSION-KIT.html
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| − | *http://www.forgeworld.co.uk/New_Stuff/ELDAR-CORSAIR-HEAVY-WEAPONS.html
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| − | {{Eldar Corsairs}}
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| − | [[Category:Eldar Corsairs|*]]
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