Fan-made reference tool. Data verified from Steam store page, official media, and community reports. Exact in-game numbers may vary — this is a planning aid, not a datamine. All Warhammer 40,000 content belongs to Games Workshop.
Stratagem ↔ Vigilance Calculator
Each Stratagem gives you a pre-battle bonus — but raises enemy Vigilance. Higher Vigilance means tougher enemies in later encounters. This tool helps you decide: is the bonus worth the cost?
⚠️ Planning model. The Stratagem-Vigilance mechanic is verified from developer previews and reviews. Specific Stratagem effects and Vigilance costs are estimated — use as a planning framework, not exact numbers.
Vigilance Meter
Current Level
Standard
Default enemy strength. Standard patrol sizes and enemy stats.
Assessment: Low risk — enemy difficulty barely changes. Safe to stack 1-2 stratagems every mission.
Vigilance Level Reference
Standard
0+ Vig.Default enemy strength. Standard patrol sizes and enemy stats.
Elevated
2+ Vig.Enemy patrols gain +1 unit. Minor stat increases.
High Alert
4+ Vig.Enemy units gain +15% HP and damage. Elite enemies appear in patrols.
Critical
6+ Vig.Enemy reinforcements arrive 2 turns earlier. Boss enemies gain additional abilities.
Maximum
9+ Vig.All enemies at maximum stats. Additional elite patrols. Named enemy commanders appear.