I'm trying to find the ultimate reanimate list which keeps on coming back. To achieve this though I give up quite a lot of blight generation, I usually like to use two archer units.

The concept here is that you put on each flank one of the Reanimates blocks. The front line Lancers convert those inevitable surges into damage. Place between the two blocks the Archers and Ardus up the front and Ankaur behind but still with LOS. Grind down until everyone goes home. Do you think it might work? I'll test it out this weekend.

Reanimate Archers x2 [18]
--Training: Combat Ingenuity [6]
----------Total Unit Cost: 24

Reanimates x6 [35]
--Heavy: Front Line Carrion Lancer [5]
--Heraldry: Blighted Vexillum Bearer [3]
--Training: Lingering Dead [3]
----------Total Unit Cost: 46

Reanimates x6 [35]
--Champion: Necromancer [3]
--Heavy: Front Line Carrion Lancer [5]
--Heraldry: Blighted Vexillum Bearer [3]
--Training: Lingering Dead [3]
----------Total Unit Cost: 49

Ardus IxErebus x1 [37]
--Unique: Ancient Technique [2]
----------Total Unit Cost: 39

Ankaur Maro x1 [40]
----------Total Unit Cost: 40

I've been thinking about something like this for maro, with smaller infantry units that can be built up with his ability. I'm not sure if it's better to just make a big reanimate horde with file leader though.

I've played a really big block of Reanimates and it struggles as the opponent gets a flank really easily due to the lack of supporting units.

This sounds really strong, I like it. But I play Daqan, so.... terrible idea, will never work.