lookup_ploy
Look up a Kill Team ploy by name. Returns type (strategic/tactical), CP cost, timing, and effect.
How to use it
lookup_ploy is exposed by the Warhammer Oracle MCP server. Add the server to your MCP client (Claude Desktop, Cursor, Windsurf and others), and the lookup_ploy tool becomes available to the model automatically. See the full listing for setup details and every tool this server provides.
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npx warhammer-oracleOther tools in Warhammer Oracle (13)
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Look up Crusade content (narrative play). Returns Crusade rules, relics, battle traits, and upgrades.
Look up a detachment by name. Returns the detachment ability, available enhancements, and associated stratagems.
Look up a character enhancement by name. Returns points cost, detachment, and effect.
Look up a keyword or rule. Returns the official definition, a plain English explanation, examples, and which game modes it applies to.
Look up a game phase by name. Returns step-by-step instructions and tips.
Look up a Warhammer 40,000 stratagem by name. Returns CP cost, phase timing, target, and effect.
Look up a unit datasheet by name. Returns stat profiles, unit size (model count), ranged and melee weapons, abilities, and keywords.
Search stratagems by name, faction, phase, or detachment. Returns a compact list (max 10).
Search units by name, faction, keywords, or ability text. Returns a compact list (max 10 results) with faction, points, and keywords.
Calculate expected damage output for an attack profile against a target. Handles re-rolls, weapon keywords (Lethal Hits, Devastating Wounds, Sustained Hits, Torrent), invulnerable saves, and Feel No Pain.