Mechanicus II Unit Tier List: Best Units & Squad Compositions
Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus II unit tier list ranking every unit from S to B tier across both factions. Best squad comps, what to avoid, and how to build your first campaign roster.
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Unit Tier List & Best Picks
S-tier: Warriors (Necron), Rangers (Mechanicus). A-tier: Wraiths, Servitors, Immortals. B-tier: Tech-Priests, Enginseers. Core units win missions — don't skip the basics.
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Mechanicus II tier list
TiersS-tier: Necron Warriors, Skitarii Rangers. A-tier: Canoptek Wraiths, Servitors, Immortals. B-tier: Tech-Priests, Enginseers.
Mechanicus II best units
BestWarriors and Rangers are your core. Don't skip them for flashier picks. Wraiths are mandatory for Necrons — hero death fails the mission.
Mechanicus II squad composition
CompsMechanicus: 1-2 Servitors, 2-3 Rangers, 2 Tech-Priests, 1 Enginseer. Necrons: Warriors + Immortals + Wraith + leader mid-line.
Unit Tier List
| Step | Do this | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| S-Tier: Necron Warriors | Core infantry. Consistent damage output, reliable Dominion builders. Cheap to field. Backbone of every Necron squad. | Source: Game Truth. Warriors are your primary tool for building Dominion early. Don't skip them for flashier picks. |
| S-Tier: Skitarii Rangers (Mechanicus) | Generate Cognition by shooting from beyond minimum range. Keep them at the back. Primary damage dealers for Mechanicus. | Source: Game Truth. Rangers are the Mechanicus equivalent of Warriors — essential, reliable, efficient. |
| A-Tier: Canoptek Wraiths (Necron) | Teleport bodyguards. Swap positions with endangered allies. High survivability. Keep mid-line near your leader. | Source: Game Truth. Not optional — hero protection is critical and Wraiths are your best tool for it. |
| A-Tier: Servitors (Mechanicus) | Generate Cognition by taking damage. Park them in enemy faces as damage sponges. Feed your economy by getting hit. | Source: Game Truth. Servitors are your Cognition battery — the more they get shot, the more you can spend. |
| A-Tier: Immortals (Necron) | Higher damage and range than Warriors. Better armor. Build less Dominion per hit but kill faster. | Source: Game Truth. Upgrade pick — more damage per slot but slower Dominion ramp. Mix with Warriors, don't replace them. |
| B-Tier: Tech-Priests (Mechanicus) | Hero units that activate Canticles. Lexmechanic tree gives passive Cognition. Dominus tree boosts damage. Keep them behind cover — hero death fails the mission. | Source: Game Truth. Powerful force multipliers but fragile. Protect them. |
| B-Tier: Enginseer (Mechanicus) | Healing and support. Keeps your frontline alive. Less flashy than damage dealers but prevents cascade failures. | Source: Game Truth. Support units are undervalued by new players. One Enginseer can save a run. |
Recommended Squad Compositions
Mechanicus Starter Squad
• 1-2 Servitors — frontline, generate Cognition by getting hit
• 2-3 Skitarii Rangers — backline, generate Cognition from range
• 1 Tech-Priest (Lexmechanic) — passive Cognition per turn
• 1 Tech-Priest (Dominus) — raw damage output
• 1 Enginseer — healing and support
Cover-dependent. Spread units across multiple positions. Protect your Tech-Priests.
Necron Starter Squad
• 3-4 Necron Warriors — core infantry, build Dominion
• 1-2 Immortals — higher damage, less Dominion per hit
• 1 Canoptek Wraith — bodyguard, teleport to save allies
• Vargard Nefershah — mid-line commander, never frontline
Aggression-first. Destroy enemy cover. Push Warriors into exposed positions. Wraith stays near leader.
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Mechanicus II Guide Hub
Start here for release status, platforms, factions, beginner advice, PC specs, and buying guidance.
Release Date & Platforms
May 21 launch status, Steam price, PS5 and Xbox availability, review signal, languages, achievements, and edition notes.
Beginner Guide
Spoiler-light first-session advice for campaign choice, cover, terrain, resources, leaders, and early tactical habits.
Walkthrough
Spoiler-light mission flow, green console checks, leader safety, objective reading, and campaign progression notes.
Best Units & Builds
Role-based unit value, safe first builds, faction resource pressure, leader protection, and launch-window build cautions.
Tips and Tricks
Practical tactics for cover, turn order, green consoles, campaign resources, leader safety, and avoiding early resets.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What are the best units in Mechanicus II?
Necron Warriors and Skitarii Rangers are the backbone units — reliable, efficient, and essential for building your economy (Dominion or Cognition). Canoptek Wraiths are mandatory for Necron leader protection. Servitors feed Cognition for Mechanicus by getting shot.
Q: Which faction has better units?
Neither is strictly better — they play differently. Necron units are more aggressive and self-sufficient (Reanimation Protocols). Mechanicus units rely on cover and support synergies. Your first campaign faction should be Mechanicus — it's more forgiving while you learn unit roles.
Q: What should my first squad look like?
Mechanicus: 1-2 Servitors, 2-3 Skitarii Rangers, 1 Tech-Priest (Lexmechanic), 1 Tech-Priest (Dominus), 1 Enginseer. Necrons: core of Warriors, 1-2 Immortals, 1 Canoptek Wraith, Vargard Nefershah mid-line.