Deathwatch: Core Rulebook Instant
: Characters do not purchase gear with currency; instead, they are allotted "Requisition" points based on their mission's importance to outfit themselves with specialized wargear. Character Creation & Specialties
: Combat medic responsible for the squad's physical well-being and gene-seed recovery. Essential Rules for Missions Deathwatch: Core Rulebook
: Combat engineer focused on maintaining armor and vehicles. : Characters do not purchase gear with currency;
: Heavy weapons specialist providing massive fire support. : Heavy weapons specialist providing massive fire support
: Each character has a personal and Chapter-based "Demeanor" that provides role-playing hooks and mechanical benefits when acting in accordance with their nature. Recommended Starting Resources
: To simulate the overwhelming numbers of enemies like Tyranids or Orks, the game includes specific "Horde" mechanics that allow large groups of enemies to be managed efficiently.
Players choose a (e.g., Ultramarines, Space Wolves, Blood Angels) and a Specialty , which acts as a character class: