To be honest I doubt we will see very many Beastlord or Wargors running around. First, they have three (minor) advantages over Minotaurs: 1) +1 Leadership, 2) 75-85% chance of re-rolling missed attacks each round (95-97% vs. Empire/Bretts), 3) may ride in a chariot, 4) may pursue/overrun 2d6 inches (rather than d6 like Minotaurs).
In contrast, Minotaurs have the following benefits: 1) +1 Movement, 2) +1 Strength, 3) +2 Wounds, 4) +1 attack, 5) Ogre-sized base making them immune to killing blow, 6) frenzy, 7) grant frenzy to the unit they lead, 8.) bloodgreed gives them +1A per round of combat won, 9) cause fear, 10), d3 S6 impact hits on the charge, 11) the model of the Doombull is freaking amazing.
I think it is always worth spending 25 points making your Gorebull into a BSB. The re-rolls on break tests (especially on Stubborn units) is wonderful. So is the +1 CR from having a banner. Finally, this in no way interferes with your Gorebull having whatever mundane or magic items he might desire. He can still swing a great weapon and wear magic armor (unless of course you prefer the Beast Banner or Manbane Standard…)
2 Bray-Shamans with 2 Dispel Scrolls each is mandatory for my armies. You simply can’t have too much magic defense. If you don’t face much magic normally feel free to take less at your own risk. One caddy with two scrolls is just asking your big-magic opponent to hit you in the face with a wire hanger repeatedly.
General Recommendation
Doombull, Gnarled Hide, Talisman of Protection, Ramhorn Helm, Heavy Armor, Axes of Khorgor, Gouge Tusks
Gorebull, Battle Standard Bearer, Trollhide, Great Weapon
Bray Shaman, 2 Dispel Scrolls
Bray Shaman, 2 Dispel Scrolls
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