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[[Image:Jetbike Eldar.jpg|thumb|right|175px|Eldar Jetbike]]'''Eldar jetbikesJetbikes''' are single-person anti-grav vehiclescommonly used by [[Eldar]] warriors in battle. These sleek and elegant craft, capable of high speeds and extreme maneuverability, are testament to the Eldar's mastery of anti-gravitic technology, commonly armed with a pair much to the amazement and jealousy of the [[Shuriken CatapultAdeptus Mechanicus]]s. Eldar jetbikes On the battlefield they are wonders commonly used as skirmishers, scouts, and fast-response units.{{Fn|2}}{{Fn|3a}} ==Overview==Contained within the body of engineeringthe jetbike are powerful anti-gravitic motors, capable of allowing the craft to attain such great velocity that without the an Eldar's enhanced reaction speed of the [[Eldar]] it would be lethal to ride. Through subtle manipulation these motors can also send the bike into a steep climb or sharp dive,{{Fn|3a}} though its shape naturally inclines it towards level or upward flight.{{Fn|1}} Long, curved vanes on either side of the bike allow for incredibly sharp mid-air turns.{{Fn|3a}} Like most Eldar technology the jetbike is mentally attuned to the natural psychic abilities of the Eldar. Small patches of psychotropic crystals, within the bike's handlebars and the rider's gauntlets, allow for mental commands to be given.{{Fn|1}} To many Eldar, the mastery of the Jetbike is an exhilarating challenge and it can take years of practice to master its full potential. In combat, jetbike riders operate as forward scouts and fast-reaction strike forces. A common tactic is for jetbike riders to outflank the enemy limes completely then strike to their rear.<sup>1-p40</sup>{{Fn|3a}}
The ''Shrieker Jetbike'' is a more heavily armed variant, mounting a single [[Shuriken Cannon]] instead of twin Shuriken Catapults. Eldar Jetbike Riders are normally armed with an additional [[Shuriken Pistol]], although warriors of the [[Shining Spears]] Aspect use a [[Laser Lance|lance]] designed to deliver a laser blast at an extremely close range.
==Sources==
*{{Endn|1}}: [[Codex: Eldar (2nd Edition)]], Pg. 31
*{{Endn|2}}: [[Codex: Eldar (3rd Edition)]], Pg. 13
*{{Endn|3}}: [[Codex: Eldar (4th Edition)]]
**{{Endn|3a}}: Pg. 40
**{{Endn|3b}}:
*<sup>1</sup>:[[Codex: Eldar (4th Edition)]]
*<sup>2</sup>: [[White Dwarf]] 328, April 2007, p 29
