Enemy types

Regulars
This is the most common type of enemy that occurs on all missions. They are armed with conventional weapons, don't have suppression and special skills.

Champions
Often groups of enemies include one or more champions - they can have suppression, stronger attacks and can pose a serious threat  file:champion chaos marine.png file:champion marine.png file:champion heavy turret.png

Horde
Horde creatures are very weak individually, but you can expect dozens of them rushing towards you at a time. Unprepared, you will find yourself swamped, surrounded and torn apart by a sea of inferior wretches.

Commanders
Some enemy formations are led by commanders, turning a rag-tag warband into a tough fighting force. Leaders can issue group commands and bestow bonuses upon the whole unit.

Elites
Elite enemies will put your mettle to the test. They are tough to take down, they launch devastating attacks and often possess nasty abilities.

It is advised to isolate Elites and fight them on your terms. Use obstacles, destructible objects and specialised weapon sets to your advantage. Most will have a discernible attack sequence with opportunities to go in for a sweep.