Resurrection Galleries

Overview

Resurrection Galleries enable the Necrons to recover losses by resurrecting destroyed units, a unique reinforcement mechanic that sets them apart from all other factions. Combined with the Power Matrix and translocation abilities, this makes the Necrons extremely resilient in prolonged engagements. The official faction guide advises leveraging this resilience to outlast opponents and recover losses via Resurrection Galleries.

Details

lore background

Necrons are ancient, deathless mechanical beings who traded their mortal bodies for immortal forms. Their technology allows them to repair and resurrect fallen units, making them nearly impossible to permanently destroy on the battlefield.

campaign role

Unique Necron mechanic that allows recovery of destroyed units through Resurrection Galleries. Combined with the Power Matrix bonuses and translocation abilities, this creates a faction that excels at prolonged, grinding engagements where attrition favors the deathless.

combat specialty

Enables sustained engagements where losses can be recovered rather than permanently lost. Pairs with the Necron battlefield reinforcement system, which has a unique variant that is more effective in combat than other factions' equivalents.

first appearance

Dawn of War IV