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| − | '''Shapers''' make up the leadership of the [[Kroot]] [[Kroot Mercenaries|mercenary forces]] and oversee the consumption, direction and distribution of genetic material among the most basic Kroot and between various different Kroot forces. The Shapers are referred to as the Shaper Caste in one source, indicating the link between the [[Tau]] and Kroot. | + | {{ImageNeeded}}'''Shapers''' make up the leadership of the [[Kroot]] [[Kroot Mercenaries|mercenary forces]] and oversee the consumption, direction and distribution of genetic material among the most basic Kroot and between various different Kroot forces. The Shapers are referred to as the Shaper Caste in one source, indicating the link between the [[Tau]] and Kroot. |
The Shapers lead individual Kindred into battle, directing them as a [[Sergeant]] would. Their other job is to direct the evolution of the Kroot in their Kindred by consuming certain enemies. For example, if a Shaper wanted his Kindred to become more muscular, he would have them pursue [[Ork]]s, likewise a Shaper who wanted more agile or swift Kroot, they would hunt [[Eldar]]. The Imperium has designated them Primary Intermediate Trophic. | The Shapers lead individual Kindred into battle, directing them as a [[Sergeant]] would. Their other job is to direct the evolution of the Kroot in their Kindred by consuming certain enemies. For example, if a Shaper wanted his Kindred to become more muscular, he would have them pursue [[Ork]]s, likewise a Shaper who wanted more agile or swift Kroot, they would hunt [[Eldar]]. The Imperium has designated them Primary Intermediate Trophic. | ||
Revision as of 22:17, 11 May 2008
Shapers make up the leadership of the Kroot mercenary forces and oversee the consumption, direction and distribution of genetic material among the most basic Kroot and between various different Kroot forces. The Shapers are referred to as the Shaper Caste in one source, indicating the link between the Tau and Kroot.
The Shapers lead individual Kindred into battle, directing them as a Sergeant would. Their other job is to direct the evolution of the Kroot in their Kindred by consuming certain enemies. For example, if a Shaper wanted his Kindred to become more muscular, he would have them pursue Orks, likewise a Shaper who wanted more agile or swift Kroot, they would hunt Eldar. The Imperium has designated them Primary Intermediate Trophic.
