There are a multitude of ways you can build them, but starting with Wrestle or Block and then going a ball-stripper or ball-carrier/scorer route is a good way to begin.

Their enormous MA9 means they can score in the blink of an eye, but also have huge disruption potential as ball-hawks and cover tacklers. Gutters are the undisputed stars of the Skaven Roster, and one of the best and most infamous positionals in the game. They can make use of many other skills to complement the above. Guard is a primary option for utility, as they are one of your only players who can easily obtain it. Mighty Blow, Tackle, and then later Frenzy are good choices for a hitter.

They will be your primary hitters and are your only non-big guy with ST access on primary. Skaven Blitzers have great MA, the best AV on the team, Block, and loads of great upgrade options. Throwers can make great use of Block, Leader, Accurate, and Safe Pass. Throwers are quite pricey by Skaven standards and very important to the team, so take care with them especially if you have to field them on defense. With a combination of high MA, great PA, and Sure Hands, Skaven Throwers are one of the best pick-up and delivery mechanisms in the game. Kick is not a universally loved skill, but if you are a fan, this is where it goes. Dirty Player is strong with their large movement range. Skaven Linos make great users of either Block or Wrestle.

They will die by the droves over a team’s life, but that’s ok, as like most linemen they are there to let your other players shine. As punching bags go, that puts them in a lower tier, but their mobility and potential utility are very high. Skaven lineman have average ST and AG, and low armour, but make up for it with their 7 MA.

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