Starting A Space Wolves Army.

My first follower asked me a question, woot!

"[. . .] im also thinking of starting my own space wolfs chapter do u have any tips or pointers? thanks " - Tommybench


Well there is several things about starting a space wolves army you need to know

1. Read the codex several times front cover to back cover. Every time I do, I find something new. 
2. We are a close range army, not melee focused. We are very good at shooting holes in our enemies between 0-24"  and then when we have thinned their ranks we can close the deal.
3. Use vehicles to get to your men close to your optimum range.
4. I always recommend running at least 1 Rune Priest.
5. Also read this review on dakkadakka.com Space Wolves Tactics Part 1 & Space Wolves Tactics Part 2
6. Use at least 2 groups of Grey Hunters Packs every time. I always run them max number (10) in a Rhino with 2 meltaguns which is 190 points in the end. Their statline, wargear and special rules just make them awesome.
7. Do NOT use blood claws, In my opinion they are a waste of points. They are best used at max numbers, and the only transport that they can use at max numbers is a crusader at that is 250 point investment. Also their stat line is poor.
8. The GW starter box is a very good investment. [link]   A Drop Pod, 20 troops (Grey Hunters imo) and 5 scouts is not bad.