Spellshield on Champion - Does the whole unit gain MR?

[Ladril Caledor]

The Dragon Prince Champion can take magic weapons and armour (up to 50 points). If I put the spellshield on him, does the whole unit gain magic resistance 1?

The rules state that if a character with MR joins a unit, the whole unit also gains the MR. But the champion is technically not a character. All other references refer only to the model gaining magic resistance. If the rules are taken literally, it seems only the champion has MR, but logic, item cost and the spirit of the rules suggest the whole unit should get the boost.

I ask because I was trying to decide between the Banner of Swiftness or Lichebone Pennant for my unit of Dragon Princes, and I think this could be a way to get the best of both worlds.

[pk-ng]

yes

[SpellArcher]

I fear this is the same issue as Star Lance.

But hey, if the TO rules it your way, you can enjoy Spellshield and Star Lance!