8th Ed. Frenzy

[Baggies]

I know this rule is rarely see. I. Lizards but I have started my second army, orcs and goblins, which uses it a lot! Where it says if unit is In range it must charge. But what dictates a unit being in range as it is determined by a die roll. Also if a frenzied unit moves in range of a unit does it then charge or await its next turn?

 

[n810]

The best posible roll of the dice while charging, is considered in range.
(Frenzied units can only charge in the declare chargers phase)

 

[Qupakoco]

Right. For most troops it's 16" to test for frenzy. 4" move + double 6's = 16"

 

[Stonecutter]

Note that a frenzied unit does not have to charge if it is within range, it is simply required to check to restrain the charge with a LD test. For this reason it is critical to have a BSB since a favourite tactic is to force frenzied troops to declare unlikely charges so that they only move a few inches forward rather than being able to march. Also, keep in mind that frenzied troops must always overrun and pursue so it is generally a good idea to keep this in mind before committing them to a combat where they could end up with an exposed flank.