Gate Master

Hero· Hybrid Weapon Specialist· 1 model at Ultra size

Grand Cathay

Comes with Shadows of Change(Warhammer III)

Health

4,128

bottom 43% of class

Armour

shield blocks 55% of frontal missiles

top 23% of class

Leadership

top 36% of class

Speed

bottom 12% of class

Melee attack

top 28% of class

Melee defence

top 13% of class

Weapon strength

250 base + 125 armour-piercing

375

top 45% of class

Charge bonus

bottom 24% of class

Ranged

Range

160 m

top 35% of class

Ammunition

bottom 25% of class

Missile damage

55 base + 125 AP, 2 projectiles per shot

180

bottom 48% of class

Reload time

12 s

top 8% of class

Damage per 10 s

300

bottom 38% of class

Attributes

Expert Charge Defence
When bracing, this unit negates the charge bonus of any attacker.
Encourage
This unit provides a leadership bonus to nearby allies. Units within range of both the Lord's aura and an encouraging unit will receive the larger of the two bonuses.
Hide (forest)
This unit can hide in forests until enemy units get too close.

Abilities

Implacable SpiritAugment · +25% Armour-Piercing Missile Damage, +40% Range…passive
Bastion's DefendersAugment · +24 Melee Defenceactive
Bulwark of the GateAugment · +15 Armour, +15 Armour…passive
Will of the DragonsAugment (Area) · +4 Leadershippassive
TacticianAugment (Area) · +5 Melee Defence, +5 Reload Skillpassive
WoundsHex · -10% Speed, -20% Armour-Piercing Weapon Damage…passive

Gate Master skill tree

37 skills, line by line as the game lays them out. Hover a skill for the rank it unlocks at and its effects at each level.

Plan Gate Master's skills

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wh3_dlc24_skill_cth_gate_master_mount_warhorseUnlocks at rank 7
- Mount: Warhorse
Tactician
Tactician
- Passive ability: "Tactician"
Wind Harmony
Wind HarmonyUnlocks at rank 7
- Spell resistance: 10%
The turbulent Winds of Magic can do little harm to those who have found harmony amidst its raging currents.
Ranged Discipline
Ranged DisciplineUnlocks at rank 7
- Missile resistance: 10%
The best way to repel the chaotic flurry of missile fire is to meet it with order, discipline, and a stalwart row of shields.
Will of the Dragons
Will of the Dragons
- Passive ability: "Will of the Dragons"
Immortality
ImmortalityUnlocks at rank 20
- When normally killed in action, this Hero will be wounded instead
Who wants to live forever? As it turns out, most beings wouldn't say no…
Mentor
MentorUnlocks at rank 30 · 3 levels
Level 1
- Character will share +15% of experience earned between all other active Heroes of the same type
Level 2
- Character will share +30% of experience earned between all other active Heroes of the same type
Level 3
- Character will share +50% of experience earned between all other active Heroes of the same type
Having learned much in their long years of service, this character now turns their attention to training others.

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wh3_dlc24_skill_cth_gate_master_unique_bulwark_of_the_gateUnlocks at rank 10
- Passive ability: ""
The Jade Standard
The Jade Standard
- Melee defence: +4 for Peasant Long Spearmen, Celestial Dragon Guard, Jade Warriors, Jade Warriors (Halberds), Tiger Warriors (Dual Axes), Tiger Warrior Stalkers and Iron Claw Tiger Warriors units (Hero's army)
- Upkeep: -10% for Peasant Long Spearmen, Celestial Dragon Guard, Jade Warriors, Jade Warriors (Halberds), Tiger Warriors (Dual Axes) and Iron Claw Tiger Warriors units (Hero's army)
Requires: wh3_dlc24_skill_cth_gate_master_unique_bulwark_of_the_gateIn the eyes of the Emperor, the defence of Grand Cathay is a duty as sacred as the stone that represents it.
Sentry of Mettle
Sentry of Mettle
- Reload time reduction: +10% for Peasant Archers, Celestial Dragon Crossbows, Jade Warrior Crossbows and Tiger Warrior Stalkers units (Hero's army)
- Missile strength: +10% for Peasant Archers, Celestial Dragon Crossbows, and Jade Warrior Crossbows units (Hero's army)
- Upkeep: -5% for Peasant Archers, Celestial Dragon Crossbows, Jade Warrior Crossbows and Tiger Warrior Stalkers units (Hero's army)
Requires: wh3_dlc24_skill_cth_gate_master_unique_bulwark_of_the_gateInspiring others through displays of true grit and stalwart determination, the Gate Master never relents, even when the odds are very much stacked against him.
Guerrilla Guard
Guerrilla Guard
- Assault Units action: Additional 10% casualties inflicted
- Assault Garrison action: Additional 15% casualties inflicted
- Hero action cost: -20%
Requires: wh3_dlc24_skill_cth_gate_master_unique_bulwark_of_the_gateOne truly adept in defensive tactics knows how best to evade such moves when made against them, and then how to deal their own killing blow.
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- Ability: ""
Requires: The Jade Standard, Sentry of Mettle, Guerrilla Guard
Volleymaster
VolleymasterUnlocks at rank 12
- Ability "Restock!"
- Armour-piercing missile damage: +25%
"A blade is a reliable weapon, but we are better off never allowing an enemy to get close enough to need it."
Celestial Hunter
Celestial HunterUnlocks at rank 12
- Bonus vs Large: +8
- Melee attack: +5
"I've lived amongst Dragons and towering sentinels. I fear not the petty monsters beyond our realm."
Protective Oversight
Protective OversightUnlocks at rank 12
- Passive ability: "Guardian"
- Attribute: Immune to Psychology
- Hit points: +10%
A Gate Master whose worth is proven may be drafted into the direct service of a Lord of Cathay for counsel and security on the battlefield.

Blade Master
Blade Master
- Melee attack: +5
This warrior is one with their blade; it is an extension of their will, making them a worthy foe in combat.
Full Plate Armour
Full Plate Armour3 levels
Level 1
- Armour: +3
Level 2
- Armour: +8
Level 3
- Armour: +15
Requires: Blade MasterFull-plate armour protects the wearer from head-to-foot. Many such suits are blessed or imbued with arcane abilities.
Hard to Hit
Hard to Hit3 levels
Level 1
- Melee defence: +3
Level 2
- Melee defence: +7
Level 3
- Melee defence: +12
Requires: Blade MasterHand-to-hand combat is a lethal match of cut and thrust. However, it’s not all about offensive strikes; parries and other defensive moves can also win the day.
Deadly Blade
Deadly Blade3 levels
Level 1
- Melee attack: +3
Level 2
- Melee attack: +7
Level 3
- Melee attack: +12
Requires: Blade MasterA deadly blade is especially lethal when in the hands of this master death-maker, killer and slaughterer!
Foe-Seeker
Foe-Seeker
- Ability: "Foe-Seeker"
Requires: Full Plate Armour, Hard to Hit, Deadly Blade, BandolierFrom one bloodied, lifeless corpse to the next, this one is always looking for the next adversary to best.
Wound-Maker
Wound-Maker3 levels
Level 1
- Weapon strength: +5%
Level 2
- Weapon strength: +12%
Level 3
- Weapon strength: +20%
Requires: Foe-SeekerSuch is their power and ferocity, a wound-maker will ravage the foe, cutting and pulverising until there is only one exit - death.
Scarred Veteran
Scarred Veteran3 levels
Level 1
- Hit points: +3%
Level 2
- Hit points: +8%
Level 3
- Hit points: +15%
Requires: Foe-SeekerThe scars on this storied warrior reveal a veteran of many battles, a being not easy to kill and one worthy of respect and fear.
Blade Shield
Blade Shield3 levels
Level 1
- Melee defence: +3
Level 2
- Melee defence: +7
Level 3
- Melee defence: +12
Requires: Foe-SeekerA blade that sings in defence will not let its wielder be penetrated.
Deadly Onslaught
Deadly Onslaught
- Ability: "Deadly Onslaught"
Requires: Wound-Maker, Scarred Veteran, Blade ShieldThe war is endless. The cycle of charging, clashing, and bloody hand-to-hand fighting is without end. It will never stop.

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- Passive ability: ""
Bandolier
Bandolier3 levels
Level 1
- Ammunition: +10%
Level 2
- Ammunition: +20%
Level 3
- Ammunition: +30%
Requires: wh3_cp1_skill_cth_gate_master_unique_implacable_spiritProfessional soldiery means never running out of ammo at the crucial moment.
Masterful Shot
Masterful Shot3 levels
Level 1
- Missile strength: +5%
Level 2
- Missile strength: +10%
Level 3
- Missile strength: +15%
Requires: wh3_cp1_skill_cth_gate_master_unique_implacable_spiritIt takes a peerless marksman to place a deadly crossbow bolt between the eyes of an enemy at extreme range.
Drill Disciple
Drill Disciple3 levels
Level 1
- Reload time reduction: +7%
Level 2
- Reload time reduction: +14%
Level 3
- Reload time reduction: +20%
Requires: wh3_cp1_skill_cth_gate_master_unique_implacable_spiritIt takes many hours of dedication to yield precious few seconds when they are needed the most.
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- Disable ability: ""
- Passive ability: ""
Requires: Bandolier, Masterful Shot, Drill Disciple

Optimised Logistics
Optimised LogisticsUnlocks at rank 5 · 3 levels
Level 1
- Optimised Logistics action: ammunition is increased by 5%
- Unlocks Hero action: Optimised Logistics
Level 2
- Optimised Logistics action: ammunition is increased by an additional 5%
- Unlocks Hero action: Optimised Logistics
Level 3
- Optimised Logistics action: ammunition is increased by an additional 10%
- Unlocks Hero action: Optimised Logistics
Excellence at arms alone will not win a war. Preparedness is crucial, the ignorance of which is often paid for in defeat.
Preparedness Drills
Preparedness DrillsUnlocks at rank 5 · 3 levels
Level 1
- Preparedness Drills action: defence is increased by 2
- Unlocks Hero action: Preparedness Drills
Level 2
- Preparedness Drills action: defence is increased by an additional 2
- Unlocks Hero action: Preparedness Drills
Level 3
- Preparedness Drills action: defence is increased by an additional 4
- Unlocks Hero action: Preparedness Drills
The hardest-drilled warriors can take the most punishment when it matters, but need the right instructor to keep them practiced and focused.

Training
Training3 levels
Level 1
- Training action: Unit experience gain is increased by an additional 10%
Level 2
- Training action: Unit experience gain is increased by an additional 20%
Level 3
- Training action: Unit experience gain is increased by an additional 30%
This champion extols discipline and fear away from the battlefield as much as on it.
Cleanse Corruption
Cleanse Corruption3 levels
Level 1
- Cleanse Corruption action: Corruption is reduced by an additional 1
- Corruption: -1 (local province)
Level 2
- Cleanse Corruption action: Corruption is reduced by an additional 2
- Corruption: -2 (local province)
Level 3
- Cleanse Corruption action: Corruption is reduced by an additional 3
- Corruption: -3 (local province)
The locals take notice and will be inspired or frightened into action.
Assault Garrison
Assault Garrison3 levels
Level 1
- Assault Garrison action: Additional 5% casualties inflicted
Level 2
- Assault Garrison action: Additional 15% casualties inflicted
Level 3
- Assault Garrison action: Additional 30% casualties inflicted
"If they know I'm coming then more's the better!"
Wound
Wound3 levels
Level 1
- Wound action: Additional 5% chance of wounding target
Level 2
- Wound action: Additional 12% chance of wounding target
Level 3
- Wound action: Additional 21% chance of wounding target
Such a champion will not bend or break, but slay in their Lord's name.
Assault Units
Assault Units3 levels
Level 1
- Assault Units action: Additional 3% casualties inflicted
Level 2
- Assault Units action: Additional 8% casualties inflicted
Level 3
- Assault Units action: Additional 15% casualties inflicted
Lying in wait, experienced and patient, striking when the foe least expects.
Specialist
Specialist3 levels
Level 1
- Hero action cost: -10%
- Hero action success chance: +1%
Level 2
- Hero action cost: -20%
- Hero action success chance: +3%
Level 3
- Hero action cost: -40%
- Hero action success chance: +6%
An expert in their craft, this Hero knows all the mistakes that can be made and how to best avoid making them.

Every version of Gate Master

2 units share this name (mounts, race versions, renown or faction variants). Differences from the first row are highlighted.

Version	HP	Models	Armour	Lead.	Speed	MA	MD	WS	Charge	Cost	Upkeep	Unit key
Grand CathayHybrid Weapon Specialist	4,128	1	95	70	34	46	50	375	25	1,000	250	`wh3_dlc24_cth_cha_gate_master`
Grand CathayHybrid Weapon Specialist	4,536	1	115	70	78	46	50	375	55	1,200	300	`wh3_dlc24_cth_cha_gate_master_warhorse`

Who can field it

The Northern Provinces

Where these numbers come from

Read from the game's database tables for patch 9.0 (main_units, land_units, battle_entities, melee_weapons, projectiles…) as published in the WH3-Dump export (commit 8a4f7e64). Formulas that turn table values into card values are checked against known units before they are shown — how we verify.