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Top Three 40k Lists for Warhammer Fest 2023

May 17, 2023 Brett Martin Leave a comment

This is the top three 40k lists for the Warhammer Fest that took place in England on the 29th and 30th of April. It involved 359 players vying to be crowned champion in a 9 game tournament.

As we head into 10th edition and beyond we wanted to start providing a source for lists that are being used successfully in tournaments around the world. The size of the 40k community and the sheer number of events means we won’t be commenting.

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The Top Three 40k Lists

Pre-Game Stratagems: March of the Ancients, Hero of the Chapter x2, Warlord Trait, Scion of the Forge
Starting Command Points: 0

Warlord & Trait: Primaris Techmarine – Target Protocols
Army Trait: Combat Doctrines, Calculated Fury

Adeptus Astartes – [Iron Hands Successors] – Ark of Omen Detachment [Heavy Support] 6CP, [111PL, 2000pts]
Chapter Tactics: Whirlwind of Rage, Master Artisans

HQs

HQ: Primaris Techmarine [4PL, 70pts] (Warlord)
– Warlord Trait : Target Protocols (-1CP)
HQ: Primaris Lieutenant [5PL, 65pts]
– Master-Crafted Power Sword
– Neo-Volkite Pistol, Storm Shield
– Hero of the Chapter : Rites of War (-1CP)

Troops

TR: 5 Infiltrator [6PL, 100pts] Helix Gauntlet

Elites

EL: 10 Vanguard Veteran [14PL, 300pts] Jump Packs, Sergeant with Lightning Claw and Relic Blade, 8 Lightning Claw and Storm Shield, Lightning Claw and Grav Pistol
EL: 10 Scout [8PL, 120pts] Camo Cloaks, 9 Scout Sniper Rifle, Missile Launcher, Thunder Hammer
EL: Relic Contemptor Dreadnought [8PL, 195pts] 2 Twin Volkite Culverin, Cyclone Missile Launcher
Martial Legacy (-1CP)
March of the Ancients (-1CP)
Hero of the Chapter : Merciless Logic (-1CP)

Fast Attack

FA: Land Speeder Tornado [4PL, 70pts] Multi-Melta
FA: Land Speeder Tornado [4PL, 70pts] Multi-Melta

Heavy Support

HS: 5 Devastator [8PL, 125pts] Multi-Melta, 3 Grav-Cannon, Armorium Cherub, Sergeant with Combi-Melta and Thunder Hammer
HS: 5 Devastator [8PL, 125pts] Multi-Melta, 3 Grav-Cannon, Armorium Cherub, Sergeant with Combi-Melta and Thunder Hammer
HS: Repulsor [16PL, 220pts] Additional Ironhail Heavy Stubber, Twin Lascannon, Onslaught Gatling Cannon, Replace Auto Launchers with 2 Fragstorm Grenade Launchers, Icarus Rocket Pod
HS: 5 Desolation [8PL, 185pts] Vengor Launcher and Targeter Optics, 4 Super Krak Missile
HS: 5 Desolation [8PL, 185pts] Vengor Launcher and Targeter Optics, 4 Super Krak Missile
Scion of the Forge : Master-Crafted Weapon – Vengor Launcher (-1CP)

Dedicated Transport

DT: Land Speeder Storm [3PL, 50pts]
DT: Land Speeder Storm [3PL, 50pts]
DT: Drop Pod [4PL, 70pts]

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Arks of Omen Detachment (Imperium – Astra Militarum) [120 PL, 8CP, 2,000pts]

Regimental Doctrine: Armoured Superiority, Swift as the Wind

HQ

Cadian Command Squad [7 PL, -2CP, 135pts]:
Commanding Authority, Relic: Legacy of Kalladius, Stratagem: Imperial Commander’s Armoury, Stratagem: Officer Cadre, WT: Front-LIne Combatant
Cadian Commander: Chainsword, Commanding Authority, Frag grenades, Laspistol
Cadian Veterans
Cadian Veteran w/ chainsword: Chainsword, Frag grenades, Laspistol
Cadian Veteran w/ Master-Vox: Frag grenades, Laspistol, Master Vox
Cadian Veteran w/ Medi-pack: Frag grenades, Lasgun, Medi-pack
Cadian Veteran w/ Regimental Standard: Frag grenades
Lasgun and Regimental Standard: Lasgun, Regimental Standard
Ogryn Bodyguard: Bullgryn Maul, Frag bombs, Slabshield
Cadian Command Squad [7 PL, -2CP, 135pts]:
Commanding Authority, Relic: Claw of the Desert Tigers, Stratagem: Imperial Commander’s Armoury, Stratagem: Officer Cadre, WT: Master Tactician
Cadian Commander: Commanding Authority, Frag grenades, Laspistol, Power sword
Cadian Veterans
Cadian Veteran w/ chainsword: Chainsword, Frag grenades, Laspistol
Cadian Veteran w/ Master-Vox: Frag grenades, Laspistol, Master Vox
Cadian Veteran w/ Medi-pack: Frag grenades, Lasgun, Medi-pack
Cadian Veteran w/ Regimental Standard: Frag grenades
Lasgun and Regimental Standard: Lasgun, Regimental Standard
Ogryn Bodyguard: Bullgryn Maul, Frag bombs, Slabshield
Lord Solar Leontus [9 PL, 170pts]: Commanding Authority, Warlord, WT: Grand Strategist

Troops

Cadian Shock Troops [3 PL, 65pts]
6x Shock Trooper: 6x Lasgun
Shock Trooper Sergeant: Drum-fed Autogun
Shock Trooper w/ Special Weapon: Meltagun
Shock Trooper w/ Special Weapon: Plasma gun
Shock Trooper w/ Vox-caster: Lasgun, Vox-Caster
Cadian Shock Troops [3 PL, 65pts]
6x Shock Trooper: 6x Lasgun
Shock Trooper Sergeant: Drum-fed Autogun
Shock Trooper w/ Special Weapon: Meltagun
Shock Trooper w/ Special Weapon: Plasma gun
Shock Trooper w/ Vox-caster: Lasgun, Vox-Caster
Cadian Shock Troops [3 PL, 65pts]
6x Shock Trooper: 6x Lasgun
Shock Trooper Sergeant: Drum-fed Autogun
Shock Trooper w/ Special Weapon: Meltagun
Shock Trooper w/ Special Weapon: Plasma gun
Shock Trooper w/ Vox-caster: Lasgun, Vox-Caster
Cadian Shock Troops [3 PL, 65pts]
6x Shock Trooper: 6x Lasgun
Shock Trooper Sergeant: Drum-fed Autogun
Shock Trooper w/ Special Weapon: Meltagun
Shock Trooper w/ Special Weapon: Plasma gun
Shock Trooper w/ Vox-caster: Lasgun, Vox-Caster

Elites

Sly Marbo [3 PL, 50pts]: Envenomed Blade, Frag grenades, Ripper Pistol
Tempestus Scions [10 PL, 110pts]
Tempestor: Chainsword, Frag & Krak grenades, Plasma pistol
4x Tempestus Scion: 4x Frag & Krak grenades, 4x Hot-shot Lasgun
Tempestus Scion w/ Special Weapon: Frag & Krak grenades, Plasma gun
Tempestus Scion w/ Special Weapon: Frag & Krak grenades, Plasma gun
Tempestus Scion w/ Special Weapon: Frag & Krak grenades, Hot-shot Volley Gun
Tempestus Scion w/ Special Weapon: Frag & Krak grenades, Hot-shot Volley Gun
Tempestus Scion w/ Vox-caster: Hot-shot Laspistol, Vox-Caster
Tempestus Scions [10 PL, 110pts]
Tempestor: Chainsword, Frag & Krak grenades, Plasma pistol
4x Tempestus Scion: 4x Frag & Krak grenades, 4x Hot-shot Lasgun
Tempestus Scion w/ Special Weapon: Frag & Krak grenades, Plasma gun
Tempestus Scion w/ Special Weapon: Frag & Krak grenades, Plasma gun
Tempestus Scion w/ Special Weapon: Frag & Krak grenades, Hot-shot Volley Gun
Tempestus Scion w/ Special Weapon: Frag & Krak grenades, Hot-shot Volley Gun
Tempestus Scion w/ Vox-caster: Hot-shot Laspistol, Vox-Caster
Tempestus Scions [10 PL, 110pts]
Tempestor: Chainsword, Frag & Krak grenades, Plasma pistol
4x Tempestus Scion: 4x Frag & Krak grenades, 4x Hot-shot Lasgun
Tempestus Scion w/ Special Weapon: Frag & Krak grenades, Plasma gun
Tempestus Scion w/ Special Weapon: Frag & Krak grenades, Plasma gun
Tempestus Scion w/ Special Weapon: Frag & Krak grenades, Hot-shot Volley Gun
Tempestus Scion w/ Special Weapon: Frag & Krak grenades, Hot-shot Volley Gun
Tempestus Scion w/ Vox-caster: Hot-shot Laspistol, Vox-Caster

Fast Attack

Armoured Sentinels [9 PL, 150pts]
Armoured Sentinel: Militarum Plasma Cannon, Sentinel Chainsaw
Armoured Sentinel: Militarum Plasma Cannon, Sentinel Chainsaw
Armoured Sentinel: Militarum Plasma Cannon, Sentinel Chainsaw
Armoured Sentinels [9 PL, 145pts]
Armoured Sentinel: Militarum Plasma Cannon, Sentinel Chainsaw
Armoured Sentinel: Militarum Plasma Cannon, Sentinel Chainsaw
Armoured Sentinel: Militarum Plasma Cannon
Scout Sentinels [9 PL, 135pts]
Scout Sentinel: Militarum Plasma Cannon, Sentinel Chainsaw
Scout Sentinel: Militarum Plasma Cannon, Sentinel Chainsaw
Scout Sentinel: Militarum Plasma Cannon, Sentinel Chainsaw

Heavy Support

Rogal Dorn Battle Tank [15 PL, 320pts]: Armoured Tracks, Castigator Gatling Cannon, Heavy stubber, Knight of Piety, Stat Damage (Rogal Dorn)
2 Meltaguns: 2x Meltagun
2 Multi-meltas: 2x Multi-melta
Oppressor Cannon and Co-axial Autocannon: Co-axial Autocannon, Oppressor Cannon

Dedicated Transport

Chimera [5 PL, 85pts]: Chimera Heavy Flamer, Lasgun Arrays, Stat Damage (Chimera)
Heavy Flamer: Heavy flamer
Chimera [5 PL, 85pts]: Chimera Heavy Flamer, Lasgun Arrays, Stat Damage (Chimera)
Heavy Flamer: Heavy flamer

Total: [120 PL, 8CP, 2,000pts]

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Arks of Omen Detachment (Aeldari – Craftworlds) [63 PL, 1,248pts, 4CP]

Arks of Omen Compulsory Type: Fast Attack

Craftworld Selection
*Far-Flung Craftworld*: Masterful Shots, Swift Strikes

No Force Org Slot

Seer Council (Unit) [3 PL, 65pts]
Warlock Skyrunners: 4. Protect/Jinx
Warlock Skyrunner: Witchblade

HQ

Baharroth [7 PL, 160pts]
Farseer Skyrunner [6 PL, 135pts, -2CP]: 4. Crushing Orb, 4. Executioner, 5: Mark of the Incomparable Hunter, Stratagem: Champion of the Aeldari, Stratagem: Relic, Witchblade
Kurnous’ Bow

Elites

Dire Avengers [6 PL, 78pts]
5x Dire Avenger: 5x Avenger Shuriken Catapult, 5x Plasma Grenades
Dire Avenger Exarch: Two Avenger Shuriken Catapults
Striking Scorpions [5 PL, 110pts]
4x Striking Scorpion: 4x Mandiblasters, 4x Scorpion Chainsword, 4x Shuriken Pistol
Striking Scorpion Exarch: Biting Blade, Crushing Blows
Warlock Skyrunners [3 PL, 65pts]: 5. Quicken/Restrain
Warlock Skyrunner: Witchblade

Fast Attack

Shroud Runners [5 PL, 90pts]
3x Shroud Runner: 3x Ranger Long Rifle, 3x Scatter Laser, 3x Shuriken Pistol
Shroud Runners [5 PL, 90pts]
3x Shroud Runner: 3x Ranger Long Rifle, 3x Scatter Laser, 3x Shuriken Pistol
Vypers [3 PL, 40pts]
Vyper w/ Scatter Laser
Warp Spiders [6 PL, 135pts]
4x Warp Spider: 4x Death Spinner
Warp Spider Exarch: Two Death Spinners & Powerblades, Web of Deceit

Heavy Support

Night Spinner [8 PL, 150pts]: Crystal Targeting Matrix, Twin Shuriken Catapult
Support Weapons [3 PL, 65pts]: Support Weapon w/ D-Cannon
Support Weapons [3 PL, 65pts]: Support Weapon w/ D-Cannon

Patrol Detachment 0CP (Aeldari – Harlequins) [35 PL, 750pts, -1CP]

Saedath Characterisation: Light: Blaze of Light

HQ

Shadowseer [5 PL, 100pts]: 1. Twilight Pathways (Blessing), 3. Mirror of Minds (Witchfire), Shuriken Pistol, Warlord

Troops

Troupe [4 PL, 65pts]
Lead Player: Harlequin’s Blade, Shuriken Pistol
Player: Harlequin’s Blade, Shuriken Pistol
Player: Harlequin’s Blade, Shuriken Pistol
Player: Harlequin’s Blade, Shuriken Pistol
Player: Harlequin’s Blade, Shuriken Pistol
Troupe [4 PL, 75pts]
Lead Player: Harlequin’s Blade, Shuriken Pistol
Player: Harlequin’s Blade, Shuriken Pistol
Player: Harlequin’s Blade, Shuriken Pistol
Player: Harlequin’s Kiss, Shuriken Pistol
Player: Harlequin’s Embrace, Shuriken Pistol

Elites

Death Jester [4 PL, 110pts, -1CP]: 1: Favour of Cegorach, Harvester of Torment, Stratagem: Champion of the Aeldari
Solitaire [6 PL, 110pts]

Fast Attack

Skyweavers [4 PL, 100pts]
Skyweaver: Skyweaver Haywire Cannon, Star Bolas
Skyweaver: Skyweaver Haywire Cannon, Star Bolas

Dedicated Transport

Starweaver [4 PL, 95pts]
Starweaver [4 PL, 95pts]

Total: [98 PL, 1,998pts, 3CP]

Arks of Omen Detachment (Imperium – Adeptus Astartes – Dark Angels) [115 PL, 1,990pts, ]

Configuration

**Chapter Selector**: Custom Chapter, Dark Angels Successor, Stalwart, Whirlwind of Rage

Arks of Omen Compulsory Type: Elites

Stratagems

Stratagem: Honoured by the Rock [-1CP]

Agents of the Imperium

Inquisitor [4 PL, 60pts]: Bolt pistol, Chainsword, Hereticus – Scourging, Ordo Hereticus, Psyker

HQ

Librarian [6 PL, 105pts]: 1) Mind Worm, 3) Righteous Repugnance, Boltgun, Force sword, Jump Pack
Primaris Chaplain on Bike [8 PL, 135pts, -2CP]: 1. Litany of Faith (Aura), 6. Canticle of Hate (Aura), Chapter Command: Master of Sanctity, Litany of Hate (Aura), Stratagem: Relic, Stratagem: Warlord Trait, The Vox Espiritum, Warlord, Wise Orator

Elites

Bladeguard Ancient [6 PL, 90pts, -2CP]: Chapter Command: Chapter Ancient, Pennant of Remembrance, Steadfast Example, Stratagem: Hero of the Chapter, Stratagem: Relic of the Chapter
Bladeguard Veteran Squad [10 PL, 210pts]
5x Bladeguard Veteran: 5x Frag & Krak grenades, 5x Heavy Bolt Pistol, 5x Master-crafted power sword, 5x Storm Shield
Bladeguard Veteran Sergeant: Heavy Bolt Pistol
Bladeguard Veteran Squad [10 PL, 175pts]
4x Bladeguard Veteran: 4x Frag & Krak grenades, 4x Heavy Bolt Pistol, 4x Master-crafted power sword, 4x Storm Shield
Bladeguard Veteran Sergeant: Heavy Bolt Pistol
Bladeguard Veteran Squad [10 PL, 175pts]
4x Bladeguard Veteran: 4x Frag & Krak grenades, 4x Heavy Bolt Pistol, 4x Master-crafted power sword, 4x Storm Shield
Bladeguard Veteran Sergeant: Heavy Bolt Pistol
Deathwing Command Squad [10 PL, 105pts]: Watcher in the Dark
Deathwing Sergeant
Thunder Hammer & Storm Shield
Deathwing Terminator
Thunder Hammer & Storm Shield
Deathwing Terminator
Thunder Hammer & Storm Shield
Deathwing Terminator Squad [18 PL, 330pts]: Watcher in the Dark
Deathwing Sergeant
Thunder Hammer & Storm Shield
Deathwing Terminator
Cyclone Missile Launcher, Thunder Hammer, Storm Shield
Deathwing Terminator
Cyclone Missile Launcher, Thunder Hammer, Storm Shield
Deathwing Terminator
Thunder Hammer & Storm Shield
Deathwing Terminator
Thunder Hammer & Storm Shield
Deathwing Terminator
Thunder Hammer & Storm Shield
Deathwing Terminator
Thunder Hammer & Storm Shield
Deathwing Terminator
Thunder Hammer & Storm Shield
Deathwing Terminator
Thunder Hammer & Storm Shield
Deathwing Terminator
Thunder Hammer & Storm Shield
Deathwing Terminator Squad [18 PL, 330pts]: Watcher in the Dark
Deathwing Sergeant
Thunder Hammer & Storm Shield
Deathwing Terminator
Cyclone Missile Launcher, Thunder Hammer, Storm Shield
Deathwing Terminator
Cyclone Missile Launcher, Thunder Hammer, Storm Shield
Deathwing Terminator
Thunder Hammer & Storm Shield
Deathwing Terminator
Thunder Hammer & Storm Shield
Deathwing Terminator
Thunder Hammer & Storm Shield
Deathwing Terminator
Thunder Hammer & Storm Shield
Deathwing Terminator
Thunder Hammer & Storm Shield
Deathwing Terminator
Thunder Hammer & Storm Shield
Deathwing Terminator
Thunder Hammer & Storm Shield
Ravenwing Apothecary [5 PL, 90pts, -1CP]: Rites of War, Stratagem: Hero of the Chapter
Black Knight Bike: Astartes grenade launcher
Ravenwing Champion [4 PL, 60pts]
Black Knight Bike: Plasma Talon

Fast Attack

Attack Bike Squad [2 PL, 50pts]
Attack Bike: Multi-melta

Heavy Support

Eliminator Squad [4 PL, 75pts]: Las Fusil
Eliminator Sergeant: Instigator Bolt Carbine
2x Eliminators: 2x Bolt pistol, 2x Camo cloak, 2x Frag & Krak grenades

Auxiliary Support Detachment 0CP (Imperium – Agents of the Imperium) [1 PL, 10pts]
|Faction Selection: Agents of the Imperium

Elites

Acolytes [1 PL, 10pts]: Ordo Hereticus
Acolyte: Hot-Shot Lasgun, Laspistol

Total: [116 PL, 2,000pts]

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Top Three 40k Lists for Winter Warfest 2023

May 2, 2023 Brett & Peter Leave a comment

This is the top three 40k lists for the Winter Warfest that took place in Queensland, Australia on the 29th and 30th of April. It involved 56 players vying to be crowned champion in a 5-game tournament.

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The Top Three 40k Lists

Subfaction: World Eaters

HQ

Lord Invocatus [8 PL, 160pts, -1CP]:
– Road of Eight Bloody Steps
– Stratagem: Warlord Trait, Warlord

Troops

Khorne Berserkers [6 PL, 115pts]
Khorne Berserker Champion: Bolt pistol
3x Khorne Berserker w/ chainblade: 3x Berserker chainblade, 3x Bolt pistol
Khorne Berserker w/ eviscerator: Bolt pistol, Khornate eviscerator
Khorne Berserkers [6 PL, 115pts]
Khorne Berserker Champion: Bolt pistol
3x Khorne Berserker w/ chainblade: 3x Berserker chainblade, 3x Bolt pistol
Khorne Berserker w/ eviscerator: Bolt pistol, Khornate eviscerator
Khorne Berserkers [6 PL, 115pts]
Khorne Berserker Champion: Bolt pistol
3x Khorne Berserker w/ chainblade: 3x Berserker chainblade, 3x Bolt pistol
Khorne Berserker w/ eviscerator: Bolt pistol, Khornate eviscerator
Khorne Berserkers [6 PL, 115pts]
Khorne Berserker Champion: Bolt pistol
3x Khorne Berserker w/ chainblade: 3x Berserker chainblade, 3x Bolt pistol
Khorne Berserker w/ eviscerator: Bolt pistol, Khornate eviscerator

Elites

Eightbound [12 PL, 200pts]
4x Eightbound: 8x Eightbound eviscerator
Eightbound Champion: Lacerators
Eightbound [12 PL, 200pts]
4x Eightbound: 8x Eightbound eviscerator
Eightbound Champion: Lacerators
Eightbound [6 PL, 120pts]
2x Eightbound: 4x Eightbound eviscerator
Eightbound Champion: Lacerators
Exalted Eightbound [7 PL, 135pts]
2x Exalted Eightbound: 2x Eightbound chainfist, 2x Eightbound eviscerator
Exalted Eightbound Champion
Two Eightbound chainfists
Exalted Eightbound [7 PL, 135pts]
2x Exalted Eightbound: 2x Eightbound chainfist, 2x Eightbound eviscerator
Exalted Eightbound Champion
Two Eightbound chainfists
World Eaters Terminator Squad [9 PL, 195pts]
World Eaters Terminator: Combi-bolter, Power fist
World Eaters Terminator: Combi-bolter, Power fist
World Eaters Terminator: Combi-bolter, Power fist
World Eaters Terminator: Accursed weapon, Combi-bolter
World Eaters Terminator Champion: Chainfist, Combi-bolter

Fast Attack

Chaos Spawn [1 PL, 25pts]: Chaos Spawn
Chaos Spawn [1 PL, 25pts]: Chaos Spawn
Chaos Spawn [1 PL, 25pts]: Chaos Spawn

Heavy Support

Chaos Rapier Carrier [5 PL, 75pts]: Quad heavy bolter
Chaos Rapier Carrier [5 PL, 75pts]: Quad heavy bolter
Chaos Rapier Carrier [5 PL, 75pts]: Quad heavy bolter

Dedicated Transport

Chaos Rhino [4 PL, 90pts]: Combi-bolter, Havoc launcher

Total: [107 PL, 5CP, 1,995pts]

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AOO Detachment Death Guard

Death Guard Daemon Prince, Hellforged Sword, Foetid Wings 185pts
– Spell – Miasma of Pestilence
– Relic – Supperating Plate (-1CP)
– WL Trait – Revoltingly Resilient (-1CP)

TROOPS

10 x Poxwalkers 50pts
5 x Plague Marines, Flail, Cleaver, Blight Launcher, Plasma Rifle
Plague Champion – Plasma Rifle and Power Fist 95pts
5 x Plague Marines, Flail, Cleaver, Blight Launcher, Plasma Rifle
Plague Champion – Plasma Rifle and Power Fist 95pts
5 x Plague Marines, Flail, Cleaver, Blight Launcher, Melta Gun
Plague Champion – Plasma Rifle and Power Fist 95pts
Plague Champion Relic – Plague Skull of Glothila (-1CP)

FAST ATTACK

Floetid Bloat-Drone, Fleshmower 115pts
Floetid Bloat-Drone, Fleshmower 115pts
Floetid Bloat-Drone, Fleshmower 115pts

HEAVY SUPPORT

Plague Burst Crawler, Entropy Cannons, Rothhail Volley Gun 145pts
Plague Burst Crawler, Entropy Cannons, Rothhail Volley Gun 145pts
Plague Burst Crawler, Entropy Cannons, Rothhail Volley Gun 145pts

Nurgle Daemon Patrol

HQ

Mamon Transfigured 130pts

TROOPS

3 x Nurglings 60pts
10 x Plague Bearers, Icon, Instrument 130pts

HEAVY SUPPORT

Soul Grinder, Warp Sword, Mark of Nurgle 190pts
Soul Grinder, Warp Claw, Mark of Nurgle 190pts

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Arks of Omen Detachment (Orks) [130 PL, 2,000pts, 2CP]
Arks of Omen Compulsory Type: Elites
Clan Kultur: Goffs

HQ

Warboss [5 PL, 105pts, -2CP]:
– Brutal but Kunnin
– Attack Squig
– Da Killa Klaw
– Kombi-skorcha
– Power Klaw
– Stratagem: Big Boss, Stratagem: Relic
Warboss in Mega Armour [6 PL, 115pts, -1CP]:
– Da Krushin’ Armour
– Stratagem: Extra Gubbinz
– Warlord
Weirdboy [4 PL, 70pts]:
– Warpath
– Fists of Gork

Troops

Beast Snagga Boyz [5 PL, 100pts]
9x Beast Snagga Boy: 9x Choppa, 9x Slugga
Beast Snagga Nob
Beast Snagga Boyz [5 PL, 100pts]
9x Beast Snagga Boy: 9x Choppa, 9x Slugga
Beast Snagga Nob
Beast Snagga Boyz [5 PL, 100pts]
9x Beast Snagga Boy: 9x Choppa, 9x Slugga
Beast Snagga Nob
Gretchin [2 PL, 40pts]
10x Gretchin: 10x Grot Blaster
Gretchin [2 PL, 40pts]
10x Gretchin: 10x Grot Blaster
Gretchin [2 PL, 40pts]
10x Gretchin: 10x Grot Blaster

Elites

Kommandos [8 PL, 115pts]
Boss Nob: Power Klaw
9x Kommando: 9x Choppa, 9x Slugga, 9x Stikkbombs
Meganobz [12 PL, 120pts]
Boss Meganob: Kustom Shoota, Power Klaw
Meganob: Kustom Shoota, Power Klaw
Meganob: Kustom Shoota, Power Klaw
Meganob: Kustom Shoota, Power Klaw
Meganobz [12 PL, 120pts]
Boss Meganob: Kustom Shoota, Power Klaw
Meganob: Kustom Shoota, Power Klaw
Meganob: Kustom Shoota, Power Klaw
Meganob: Kustom Shoota, Power Klaw
Nobz [12 PL, 170pts]: Trukk Boyz
Boss Nob: Big Choppa, Choppa
Nob: Big Choppa, Choppa
Nob: Big Choppa, Choppa
Nob: Big Choppa, Choppa
Nob: Big Choppa, Choppa
Nob: Big Choppa, Choppa
Nob: Big Choppa, Choppa
Nob: Big Choppa, Choppa
Nob: Big Choppa, Choppa
Nob: Big Choppa, Choppa
Nobz [6 PL, 110pts]
Boss Nob: Choppa, Power Klaw
Nob: Choppa, Power Klaw
Nob: Choppa, Power Klaw
Nob: Choppa, Power Klaw
Nob: Choppa, Power Klaw
Nobz [6 PL, 85pts]
Boss Nob: Big Choppa, Choppa
Nob: Big Choppa, Choppa
Nob: Big Choppa, Choppa
Nob: Big Choppa, Choppa
Nob: Big Choppa, Choppa

Fast Attack

Stormboyz [6 PL, 100pts]
Boss Nob: Choppa
9x Stormboy: 9x Choppa, 9x Slugga, 9x Stikkbombs

Heavy Support

Battlewagon [8 PL, 120pts]: Deff Rolla
Battlewagon [8 PL, 105pts]
Battlewagon [8 PL, 105pts]

Dedicated Transport

Trukk [4 PL, 70pts]
Trukk [4 PL, 70pts]

Total: [130 PL, 2CP, 2,000pts]

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Top Three 40k Lists for Rataclysm 2023

May 1, 2023 Brett Martin 2 Comments

This is the top three 40k lists for the Rataclysm 2023 that took place in Ballarat, Australia, on the 22nd and 23rd of April. It involved 88 players vying to be crowned champion in a 6-game tournament.

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The Top Three 40k Lists

Matt Morosoli (Boba Boyz)

Arks of Omen Detachment (Chaos – Daemons) [105 PL, 11CP, 2,000pts]
Chaos Allegiance: Chaos Undivided

HQ

Bloodthirster [18 PL, -1CP, 360pts]:
– A’rgath, the King of Blades
– Brazen Hide
– Great axe of Khorne
– Indomitable Onslaught
– Relics of the Brass Citadel
– Warlord
Fateskimmer [7 PL, 155pts]:
– Bolt of Change
– Infernal Gateway
– Retinue of Horrors
– Ritual dagger
Skarbrand [17 PL, 330pts]
Tranceweaver [4 PL, 70pts]:
– Delightful Agonies

Troops

Daemonettes [6 PL, 120pts]
9x Daemonette: 9x Piercing claws
Daemonettes [6 PL, 120pts]
9x Daemonette: 9x Piercing claws
Daemonettes [6 PL, 120pts]
9x Daemonette: 9x Piercing claws
Nurglings [3 PL, 60pts]
3x Nurgling Swarms: 3x Diseased claws and teeth
Pink Horrors [7 PL, 140pts]
9x Pink Horror: 9x Coruscating flames

Elites

Fiends [10 PL, 150pts]:
Blissbringer
4x Fiend: 4x Barbed tail, 4x Dissecting claws
Flamers [3 PL, 75pts]:
Pyrocaster
2x Flamer: 2x Flickering flames
Flamers [3 PL, 75pts]:
Pyrocaster
2x Flamer: 2x Flickering flames

Fast Attack

Flesh Hounds [5 PL, 75pts]:
Gore Hound
4x Flesh Hound: 4x Gore-drenched fangs
Flesh Hounds [5 PL, 75pts]:
Gore Hound
4x Flesh Hound: 4x Gore-drenched fangs
Flesh Hounds [5 PL, 75pts]:
Gore Hound
4x Flesh Hound: 4x Gore-drenched fangs

Total: [105 PL, 11CP, 2,000pts]

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Arks of Omen Detachment (Tyranids – Genestealer Cults) [102 PL, 2CP, 1,996pts]
Cult Creed
Myriad Cult: Agile Guerrillas (2), Industrial Affinity (1), War Convoy (1)

HQ

Patriarch [7 PL, -1CP, 140pts]:
– Power: Psionic Blast,
– Power: Psychic Stimulus
– Psychic Familiar
– Stratagem: Warlord Trait,
– Warlord Trait: Preternatural Speed
– Warlord,
Primus [4 PL, 70pts]

Troops

Acolyte Hybrids [3 PL, 50pts]
3x Acolyte Hybrid: 3x Autopistol, 3x Blasting Charges, 3x Cult Claws and Knife, 3x Frag Grenades
Acolyte Hybrid (Heavy Weapon): 2x Demolition Charge
Acolyte Leader: Autopistol, Cult Claws and Knife
Acolyte Hybrids [3 PL, 50pts]
3x Acolyte Hybrid: 3x Autopistol, 3x Blasting Charges, 3x Cult Claws and Knife, 3x Frag Grenades
Acolyte Hybrid (Heavy Weapon): 2x Demolition Charge
Acolyte Leader: Autopistol, Cult Claws and Knife
Acolyte Hybrids [3 PL, 50pts]
3x Acolyte Hybrid: 3x Autopistol, 3x Blasting Charges, 3x Cult Claws and Knife, 3x Frag Grenades
Acolyte Hybrid (Heavy Weapon): 2x Demolition Charge
Acolyte Leader: Autopistol, Cult Claws and Knife
Acolyte Hybrids [3 PL, 50pts]
3x Acolyte Hybrid: 3x Autopistol, 3x Blasting Charges, 3x Cult Claws and Knife, 3x Frag Grenades
Acolyte Hybrid (Heavy Weapon): 2x Demolition Charge
Acolyte Leader: Autopistol, Cult Claws and Knife
Acolyte Hybrids [3 PL, 50pts]
3x Acolyte Hybrid: 3x Autopistol, 3x Blasting Charges, 3x Cult Claws and Knife, 3x Frag Grenades
Acolyte Hybrid (Heavy Weapon): 2x Demolition Charge
Acolyte Leader: Autopistol, Cult Claws and Knife
Neophyte Hybrids [9 PL, 200pts]:
Proficient Planning: They Came From Below
Neophyte Hybrid (Icon): Autogun, Cult Icon
4x Neophyte Hybrid (Seismic): 4x Autopistol, 4x Blasting Charges, 4x
Frag Grenades, 4x Seismic Cannon
10x Neophyte Hybrid (Shotgun): 10x Autopistol, 10x Blasting Charges,
10x Cult Shotgun, 10x Frag Grenades
4x Neophyte Hybrid (Webber): 4x Autopistol, 4x Blasting Charges, 4x Frag Grenades, 4x Webber
Neophyte Leader: Autopistol, Cult Shotgun
Neophyte Hybrids [9 PL, 200pts]:
Proficient Planning: They Came From Below
Neophyte Hybrid (Icon): Autogun, Cult Icon
4x Neophyte Hybrid (Seismic): 4x Autopistol, 4x Blasting Charges, 4x
Frag Grenades, 4x Seismic Cannon
10x Neophyte Hybrid (Shotgun): 10x Autopistol, 10x Blasting Charges,
10x Cult Shotgun, 10x Frag Grenades
4x Neophyte Hybrid (Webber): 4x Autopistol, 4x Blasting Charges, 4x Frag Grenades, 4x Webber
Neophyte Leader: Autopistol, Cult Shotgun
Neophyte Hybrids [9 PL, 200pts]:
Proficient Planning: They Came From Below
Neophyte Hybrid (Icon): Autogun, Cult Icon
4x Neophyte Hybrid (Seismic): 4x Autopistol, 4x Blasting Charges, 4x
Frag Grenades, 4x Seismic Cannon
10x Neophyte Hybrid (Shotgun): 10x Autopistol, 10x Blasting Charges,
10x Cult Shotgun, 10x Frag Grenades
4x Neophyte Hybrid (Webber): 4x Autopistol, 4x Blasting Charges, 4x Frag Grenades, 4x Webber
Neophyte Leader: Autopistol, Cult Shotgun

Elites

Kelermorph [3 PL, -1CP, 80pts]:
Relic: Wyrmtooth Rounds, Stratagem: Gene-sire’s Gifts
Nexos [3 PL, -1CP, 50pts]:
Relic: Cranial Inlay, Stratagem: Gene-sire’s Gifts
Purestrain Genestealers [8 PL, 141pts]:
Proficient Planning: Our Time is Nigh
9x Purestrain Genestealer: 9x Cult Claws and Talons
Reductus Saboteur [4 PL, -1CP, 70pts]:
Relic: Oppressor’s Bane, Stratagem: Relic
Sanctus [3 PL, 70pts]:
Cult Sniper Rifle

Heavy Support

Goliath Rockgrinder [6 PL, 110pts]:
Cache of Demolition Charges, Heavy Seismic Cannon
Goliath Rockgrinder [6 PL, 110pts]:
Cache of Demolition Charges, Heavy Seismic Cannon
Goliath Rockgrinder [6 PL, 110pts]:
Cache of Demolition Charges, Heavy Seismic Cannon

Dedicated Transport

Goliath Truck [5 PL, 90pts]:
Cache of Demolition Charges
Goliath Truck [5 PL, 90pts]:
Cache of Demolition Charges

Total: [102 PL, 2CP, 1,996pts]

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Arks of Omen Detachment (Tyranids) [97 PL, 1CP, 2,000pts]
Arks of Omen Compulsory Type: Elites
Hive Fleet: Adaptive, Leviathan

Stratagems

Hive Predator [-1CP]: Extra Warlord Trait
Hive Predator [-1CP]: Extra Warlord Trait
Rarefied Enhancements [-1CP]: Extra Bio-artefact
Relic [-1CP]
Stratagem: Heroic Support [-1CP]

HQ

Hive Tyrant [9 PL, 195pts]:
– Heavy Venom Cannon
– Lash Whip and Monstrous Bonesword
– Power: Catalyst, Power: Onslaught
– Relic: Shardgullet
– Warlord
– Warlord Trait: Perfectly Adapted
Hive Tyrant [9 PL, 190pts]:
– Lash Whip and Monstrous Bonesword
– Power: Paroxysm
– Power: Psychic Scream
– Relic: Balethorn Cannon
– Stranglethorn Cannon
Tervigon [11 PL, 245pts]:
– Adrenal Glands
– Massive Scything Talons
– Power: Neuroparasite
– Warlord Trait: Adaptive Biology

Troops

Hormagaunts [4 PL, 90pts]:
Toxin Sacs
10x Hormagaunt: 10x Hormagaunt Talons
Termagants [12 PL, 210pts]:
Fleshborer, 30x Termagant

Elites

Lictor [4 PL, 70pts]
Tyrant Guard [8 PL, 135pts]
3x Tyrant Guard (Scything): 3x Two Rending Claws, 3x Two Scything Talons
Zoanthropes [7 PL, 210pts]:
Power: Neuroparasite, 3x Zoanthrope

Heavy Support

Carnifexes [7 PL, 145pts]
Carnifex: Enhanced Senses, Heavy Venom Cannon, Two Carnifex Scything Talons
Carnifexes [7 PL, 145pts]
Carnifex: Enhanced Senses, Heavy Venom Cannon, Two Carnifex Scything Talons

Flyer

Harpy [10 PL, 190pts]:
2x Stranglethorn Cannon, Adaptive Physiology
Synaptic Enhancement
Harpy [9 PL, 175pts]:
2x Stranglethorn Cannon

Total: [97 PL, 1CP, 2,000pts]

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Top Three 40k Lists for War Calls 2023

April 30, 2023 Brett Martin Leave a comment

This is the top three 40k lists for the War Calls 2023 event that took place in Perth, Australia on the 22nd and 23rd of April. It involved 43 players vying to be crowned champion in a 6-game tournament.

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The Top Three 40k Lists

Pre Game Stratagems: Gene-sire’s Gifts (-2 CP), Relic (-1 CP), Warlord Trait (-1 CP)
Starting Command Points: 3
Warlord: Primus
Army Trait: Pauper Princes
The Pauper Princes Arks of Omen [108 PL, 1998 pts]

HQ

Acolyte Iconward [4 PL, 65 pts]
Magus [4 PL, 80 pts]
– Power: Last Gasp
– Power: Might From Beyond
– Power: Psychic Stimulus, Psychic Familiar
Primus [4 PL, 70 pts]
– Relic: Reliquary of Saint Tenndarc
– Stratagem: Warlord Trait
– Warlord, Warlord Trait: Alien Majesty

Troops

Acolyte Hybrids [3 PL, 45 pts]
4xAcolyte Hybrid, Acolyte Leader (Cult Claws and Knife, Cult Lash Whip)
Acolyte Hybrids [3 PL, 45 pts]
4xAcolyte Hybrid, Acolyte Leader (Cult Claws and Knife, Cult Lash Whip)
Acolyte Hybrids [3 PL, 45 pts]
4xAcolyte Hybrid, Acolyte Leader (Cult Claws and Knife, Cult Lash Whip)
Acolyte Hybrids [8 PL, 145 pts]
5xAcolyte Hybrid, 4xAcolyte Hybrid (Heavy Weapon) (Heavy Rock Drill), Acolyte Leader (Cult Claws and Knife, Cult Lash Whip), Proficient Planning: A Trap Sprung
Acolyte Hybrids [7 PL, 130 pts]
5xAcolyte Hybrid, 4xAcolyte Hybrid (Heavy Weapon) (Heavy Rock Drill), Acolyte Leader (Cult Claws and Knife, Cult Lash Whip)
Neophyte Hybrids [9 PL, 200 pts]
4xNeophyte Hybrid (Flamer), 4xNeophyte Hybrid (Seismic) (Autopistol, Blasting Charges, Seismic Cannon), 11xNeophyte Hybrid (Shotgun), Neophyte Leader (Autopistol, Cult Shotgun), Proficient Planning: Lying in Wait
Neophyte Hybrids [8 PL, 180 pts]
4xNeophyte Hybrid (Grenade), 4xNeophyte Hybrid (Seismic) (Autopistol, Blasting Charges, Seismic Cannon), 11xNeophyte Hybrid (Shotgun), Neophyte Leader (Autopistol, Cult Shotgun)
Neophyte Hybrids [8 PL, 180 pts]
4xNeophyte Hybrid (Grenade), 4xNeophyte Hybrid (Seismic) (Autopistol, Blasting Charges, Seismic Cannon), 11xNeophyte Hybrid (Shotgun), Neophyte Leader (Autopistol, Cult Shotgun)
Neophyte Hybrids [8 PL, 120 pts]
4xNeophyte Hybrid (Grenade), 15xNeophyte Hybrid (Shotgun), Neophyte Leader (Cult Shotgun, Autopistol)
Neophyte Hybrids [8 PL, 120 pts]
4xNeophyte Hybrid (Grenade), 15xNeophyte Hybrid (Shotgun), Neophyte Leader (Cult Shotgun, Autopistol)

Elites

Biophagus [3 PL, 55 pts]
Alchemicus Familiar, Proficient Planning: Alchemist Supreme
Purestrain Genestealers [8 PL, 108 pts]
Proficient Planning: They Came From Below, 7xPurestrain Genestealer

Fast Attack

Atalan Jackals [9 PL, 190 pts]
Atalan Jackal (Grenade Launcher), 6xAtalan Jackal (Small Arms), Atalan Leader (Grenade Launcher), 10xAtalan Power Weapon, 2xAtalan Wolfquad (Incinerator), 2xDemolition Charge, Genomic Enhancement (Alchemist Supreme) (Enhanced Resilience)

Dedicated Transport

Goliath Truck [5 PL, 90 pts]
Cache of Demolition Charges

No Force Organisation

Kelermorph [3 PL, 80 pts]
Nexos [3 PL, 50 pts]
Relic: Cranial Inlay

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Chaos Undivided Arks of Omen 0 CP, [105 PL, 2000 pts]

HQ

Bloodthirster [18 PL, 360 pts]
– A’rgath, the King of Blades
– Brazen Hide
– Great axe of Khorne
– Indomitable Onslaught
– Stratagem: Relic
– Stratagem: Warlord Trait, Warlord
Fateskimmer [7 PL, 155 pts]
– Bolt of Change
– Infernal Gateway
– Retinue of Horrors
– Ritual dagger
– Smite
Skarbrand [17 PL, 330 pts]
Tranceweaver [4 PL, 70 pts]
– Hysterical Frenzy
– Smite

Troops

10 Daemonettes [6 PL, 120 pts]
Alluress, 9xDaemonette, Daemonic icon, Instrument of Chaos
10 Daemonettes [6 PL, 120 pts]
Alluress, 9xDaemonette, Daemonic icon, Instrument of Chaos
10 Daemonettes [6 PL, 120 pts]
Alluress, 9xDaemonette, Daemonic icon, Instrument of Chaos
10 Daemonettes [6 PL, 120 pts]
Alluress, 9xDaemonette, Daemonic icon, Instrument of Chaos
10 Pink Horrors [7 PL, 140 pts]
Daemonic icon, Instrument of Chaos, Iridescent Horror, 9xPink Horror

Elites

3 Fiends [5 PL, 90 pts]
Blissbringer, 2xFiend
5 Fiends [10 PL, 150 pts]
Blissbringer, 4xFiend
3 Flamers [3 PL, 75 pts]
2xFlamer, Pyrocaster

Fast Attack

5 Flesh Hounds [5 PL, 75 pts]
4xFlesh Hound, Gore Hound
5 Flesh Hounds [5 PL, 75 pts]
4xFlesh Hound, Gore Hound

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Arks of Omen Detachment (Orks) [117 PL, 1CP, 2,000pts]
Arks of Omen Compulsory Type: Fast Attack)
Clan Kultur: Goffs

Stratagems

Stratagem: Heroic Support [-1CP]: Speedboss

HQ

Beastboss on Squigosaur [9 PL, -2CP, 160pts]:
– ‘Ard as Nails
– Beasthide Mantle
– Stratagem: Relic,
– Stratagem: Warlord Trait, Warlord
Boss Zagstruk [6 PL, 110pts]
Warboss on Warbike [6 PL, -2CP, 115pts]:
– Brutal but Kunnin
– Da Killa Klaw
– Power Klaw
– Stratagem: Big Boss
– Stratagem: Extra Gubbinz

Troops

Beast Snagga Boyz [5 PL, 100pts]
9x Beast Snagga Boy: 9x Choppa, 9x Slugga
Beast Snagga Nob
Beast Snagga Boyz [5 PL, 100pts]
9x Beast Snagga Boy: 9x Choppa, 9x Slugga
Beast Snagga Nob
Gretchin [2 PL, 40pts]
10x Gretchin: 10x Grot Blaster
Gretchin [2 PL, 40pts]
10x Gretchin: 10x Grot Blaster

Elites

Kommandos [4 PL, 60pts]
Boss Nob: Power Klaw
4x Kommando: 4x Choppa, 4x Slugga, 4x Stikkbombs
Kommandos [4 PL, 60pts]
Boss Nob: Power Klaw
4x Kommando: 4x Choppa, 4x Slugga, 4x Stikkbombs
Nobz [12 PL, 195pts]: Trukk Boyz
Boss Nob: Choppa, Power Klaw
Nob: Big Choppa, Choppa
Nob: Big Choppa, Choppa
Nob: Big Choppa, Choppa
Nob: Big Choppa, Choppa
Nob: Big Choppa, Choppa
Nob: Choppa, Power Klaw
Nob: Choppa, Power Klaw
Nob: Choppa, Power Klaw
Nob: Choppa, Power Klaw

Fast Attack

Squighog Boyz [8 PL, 130pts]: Bomb Squig
5x Squighog Boy: 5x Saddlegit Weapons, 5x Squighog Jaws, 5x Stikka
Squighog Boyz [8 PL, 130pts]: Bomb Squig
5x Squighog Boy: 5x Saddlegit Weapons, 5x Squighog Jaws, 5x Stikka
Squighog Boyz [8 PL, 130pts]: Bomb Squig
5x Squighog Boy: 5x Saddlegit Weapons, 5x Squighog Jaws, 5x Stikka
Stormboyz [6 PL, 110pts]
Boss Nob: Power Klaw
9x Stormboy: 9x Choppa, 9x Slugga, 9x Stikkbombs
Stormboyz [6 PL, 110pts]
Boss Nob: Power Klaw
9x Stormboy: 9x Choppa, 9x Slugga, 9x Stikkbombs
Stormboyz [6 PL, 110pts]
Boss Nob: Power Klaw
9x Stormboy: 9x Choppa, 9x Slugga, 9x Stikkbombs

Heavy Support

Battlewagon [8 PL, 135pts]:
‘ard Case, Deff Rolla
Battlewagon [8 PL, 135pts]:
‘ard Case, Deff Rolla

Dedicated Transport

Trukk [4 PL, 70pts]

Total: [117 PL, 1CP, 2,000pts]

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Top Three 40k Lists for BFS Northeast Team Championship

April 28, 2023 Brett Martin Leave a comment

This is the top three 40k lists for the BFS Northeast Team Championship that took place in New York State, USA on the 22nd and 23rd of April. It involved 120 players in teams of 5 vying to be crowned champion in a 5-game tournament. These are the top individual lists and not the top 3 teams. If team lists are of interest please let us know in the comments below.

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The Top Three 40k Lists

Space Wolves Successor (Born Heroes , Whirlwind of Rage, Custom Chapter) Arks of Omen 0 CP, 2000 pts, 110 PL

HQ

HQ1: Captain on Bike: Chapter Command: Chapter Master, Combi-melta, Hunter, Rites of War, Stratagem: A Trophy Bestowed (0CP), Stratagem: Relic of the Chapter, Stratagem: Warlord Trait, Stratagem: Warrior of Legend, The Armour of Russ, Thunder hammer, Warlord [145 pts, 8 PL, -3 CP]
HQ2: Primaris Lieutenant: Neo-volkite pistol, Master-crafted power sword and Storm Shield, Stratagem: Relic, The Vox Espiritum [65 pts, 5 PL, -1 CP]

Troops

TR1: Infiltrator Squad: Helix gauntlet, 4xInfiltrator, Infiltrator Sergeant [100 pts, 6 PL]

Elites

EL1: Scout Squad: 10xCamo cloak, Scout Sergeant (Combi-melta, Thunder hammer), 5xScout w/Scout sniper rifle, 2xScout w/Shotgun, Scout w/Special weapon (Bolt pistol, Meltagun), Space Wolf Scout (Bolt pistol and Power axe (Bolt pistol, Power axe)) [120 pts, 8 PL]
EL2: Wolf Guard: Jump Pack, 3xWolf Guard (Combi-melta, Power axe), Wolf Guard (Combi-melta, Lightning Claw), Wolf Guard Pack Leader (Combi-melta, Thunder hammer) [128 pts, 7 PL]
EL3: Wolf Guard: Jump Pack, 4xWolf Guard (Combi-melta, Lightning Claw), Wolf Guard Pack Leader (Combi-melta, Thunder hammer) [137 pts, 7 PL]
EL4: Wolf Guard: Jump Pack, 4xWolf Guard (Combi-melta, Lightning Claw), Wolf Guard Pack Leader (Combi-melta, Thunder hammer) [137 pts, 7 PL]
EL5: Wulfen: 5xStormfrag auto-launcher, Wulfen Pack Leader, 4xWulfen w/ thunder hammer & storm shield [145 pts, 6 PL]
EL6: Wulfen: 5xStormfrag auto-launcher, Wulfen Pack Leader, 4xWulfen w/ thunder hammer & storm shield [145 pts, 6 PL]

Fast Attack

FA1: Skyclaws: 2xSkyclaw, Skyclaw Pack Leader (Meltagun, Power fist), 2xSkyclaw with Special Weapon (Meltagun), Wolf Guard Skyclaw Pack Leader (Combi-melta, Thunder hammer) [110 pts, 8 PL]
FA2: Skyclaws: 2xSkyclaw, Skyclaw Pack Leader (Meltagun, Power fist), 2xSkyclaw with Special Weapon (Meltagun), Wolf Guard Skyclaw Pack Leader (Combi-melta, Thunder hammer) [110 pts, 8 PL]

Heavy Support

HS1: Desolation Squad: 9xDesolation Marine (Bolt pistol, Castellan Launcher), Desolation Sgt (Bolt pistol, Castellan Launcher, Replace Superfrak/krak with Vengor & Targeter Optics (Targeter Optics, Vengor Launcher)), Superkrak Rocket Launcher [360 pts, 16 PL]
HS2: Long Fangs: Armorium Cherub, 4xLong Fang (Grav-cannon), Long Fang Pack Leader (Meltagun, Power fist), Wolf Guard Terminator Pack Leader (Cyclone missile launcher, Storm shield, Thunder hammer) [149 pts, 9 PL]
HS3: Long Fangs: Armorium Cherub, 4xLong Fang (Grav-cannon), Long Fang Pack Leader (Meltagun, Power fist), Wolf Guard Terminator Pack Leader (Cyclone missile launcher, Storm shield, Thunder hammer) [149 pts, 9 PL]

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Arks of Omen Detachment (Asuryani) [99pl, 2000pts]
Craftworld: Hail of Doom

No Force Org

Warlock Skyrunners [5pl, 120pts] x3, Powers: Protect/Jinx, Conceal/Reveal

HQ

Farseer Skyrunner [6pl, 135pts]: Powers: Guide, Ghostwalk, Warlord(-1CP):Mark of the Incomparable Hunter, Relic(-1CP):Kurnous Bow
Baharroth [7pl, 160pts]
Karandras [7pl, 150pts]
Jain Zar [7pl, 150pts]

TROOPS

Rangers [4pl, 65pts] x5
Rangers [4pl, 65pts] x5

ELITES

Striking Scorpions [5pl, 110pts] x5, Biting Blade, Crushing Blows
Howling Banshees [5pl, 110pts] x5, Mirrorswords, Piercing Strikes
Howling Banshees [5pl, 105pts] x5, Mirrorswords, Nerve Shredding Shriek, Relic(-1CP): Cronescream
Dire Avengers [6pl, 130pts] x10, Avenger Shuriken Catapult x11
Dire Avengers [3pl, 65pts] x5, Avenger Shuriken Catapult x6
Dire Avengers [3pl, 65pts] x5, Avenger Shuriken Catapult x6

FAST ATTACK

Shining Spears [6pl, 125pts] x3, Shuriken Cannon, Paragon Saber, Heartstrike, Relic: Khaines Lance
Windriders [8pl, 150pts] x5, Shuriken Cannon x5
Shroud Runners [5pl, 90pts] x3

HEAVY SUPPORT

War Walker [5pl, 60pts] x1, Shuriken Cannon x1, Scatterlaser x1

TRANSPORTS

Wave Serpent [8pl, 145pts] x1, Twin Shuriken Cannon x1, Twin Shuriken Catapult x1

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Ynnari Clowns (Warhammer 40,000 9th Edition) [96 PL, 3CP, 1,998pts]
Arks of Omen Compulsory Type: Elites
Craftworld Selection: Ynnari: Strength From Death

No Force Org Slot [5 PL, 120pts]

Seer Council (Unit) [5 PL, 120pts]
Warlock Skyrunners [5 PL, 120pts]: 4. Protect/Jinx, 5. Quicken/Restrain
Warlock Skyrunner [40pts]: Witchblade
Warlock Skyrunner [40pts]: Witchblade
Warlock Skyrunner [40pts]: Witchblade

HQ

Farseer Skyrunner [6 PL, -2CP, 135pts]: 1: Ambush of Blades, 2. Storm of Whispers (Witchfire), 4. Unbind Souls (Malediction), Stratagem: Relic [-1CP], Stratagem: Warlord Trait [-1CP], Warlord, Witchblade
– Sunstorm
The Yncarne [13 PL, 260pts]

Troops

Rangers [4 PL, 65pts]
5x Ranger [65pts]: 5x Ranger Long Rifle, 5x Shuriken Pistol
Rangers [4 PL, 65pts]
5x Ranger [65pts]: 5x Ranger Long Rifle, 5x Shuriken Pistol
Troupe [4 PL, 103pts]
Lead Player [13pts]: Harlequin’s Blade, Shuriken Pistol
Player [18pts]: Harlequin’s Kiss [5pts], Shuriken Pistol
Player [18pts]: Harlequin’s Embrace [5pts], Shuriken Pistol
Player [18pts]: Harlequin’s Caress [5pts], Shuriken Pistol
Player [18pts]: Harlequin’s Kiss [5pts], Shuriken Pistol
Player [18pts]: Harlequin’s Kiss [5pts], Shuriken Pistol
Troupe [4 PL, 85pts]
Lead Player [13pts]: Harlequin’s Blade, Shuriken Pistol
Player [18pts]: Harlequin’s Kiss [5pts], Shuriken Pistol
Player [18pts]: Harlequin’s Embrace [5pts], Shuriken Pistol
Player [18pts]: Harlequin’s Caress [5pts], Shuriken Pistol
Player [18pts]: Harlequin’s Kiss [5pts], Shuriken Pistol

Elites

Howling Banshees [5 PL, 110pts]
4x Howling Banshee [76pts]: 4x Banshee Blade, 4x Shuriken Pistol
Howling Banshee Exarch [1 PL, 34pts]: Mirrorswords, Piercing Strikes [1 PL, 15pts]
Howling Banshees [5 PL, 110pts]
4x Howling Banshee [76pts]: 4x Banshee Blade, 4x Shuriken Pistol
Howling Banshee Exarch [1 PL, 34pts]: Nerve-shredding Shriek [1 PL, 10pts], Shuriken Pistol & Executioner [5pts]
Striking Scorpions [5 PL, 110pts]
4x Striking Scorpion [72pts]: 4x Mandiblasters, 4x Scorpion Chainsword, 4x Shuriken Pistol
Striking Scorpion Exarch [1 PL, 38pts]: Biting Blade [5pts], Crushing Blows [1 PL, 15pts]

Fast Attack

Shining Spears [6 PL, 130pts]
2x Shining Spear [70pts]: 2x Laser Lance, 2x Twin Shuriken Catapult
Shining Spear Exarch [1 PL, 60pts]: Heartstrike [1 PL, 20pts], Paragon Sabre, Shimmershield [5pts], Twin Shuriken Catapult
Shroud Runners [5 PL, 90pts]
3x Shroud Runner [90pts]: 3x Ranger Long Rifle, 3x Scatter Laser, 3x Shuriken Pistol

Heavy Support

Support Weapons [9 PL, 195pts]: 3x Support Weapon w/ D-Cannon [9 PL, 195pts]

Dedicated Transport

Wave Serpent [8 PL, 145pts]: Twin Shuriken Cannon, Twin Shuriken Catapult

Patrol Detachment 0CP (Aeldari – Harlequins) [13 PL, -1CP, 275pts]
Saedath Characterisation: Light: Blaze of Light

HQ

Shadowseer [5 PL, 100pts]: 3. Mirror of Minds (Witchfire), 5. Shards of Light (Witchfire), Shuriken Pistol

Troops

Troupe [4 PL, 65pts]
Lead Player [13pts]: Harlequin’s Blade, Shuriken Pistol
Player [13pts]: Harlequin’s Blade, Shuriken Pistol
Player [13pts]: Harlequin’s Blade, Shuriken Pistol
Player [13pts]: Harlequin’s Blade, Shuriken Pistol
Player [13pts]: Harlequin’s Blade, Shuriken Pistol

Elites

Death Jester [4 PL, -1CP, 110pts]: 1: Favour of Cegorach, Harvester of Torment [1 PL, 40pts], Stratagem: Champion of the Aeldari [-1CP]

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Hobby – What did I get up to in July (Winter)?

August 1, 2022 Brett Martin Leave a comment

Introduction

This year so far I’ve been concentrating on my Grey Knights (40k) which I only started in January. Having reached about 3500 points and taken them to their first tournament on top of their successful crusade campaign I’ve had time to return to AoS. My first army in Warhammer was and is Stormcast Eternals, this month has seen a return to painting and preparing models for the first time in a while. I also took some time to start my 3rd 40k army and add to my Kill Team collection.

The forces of Sigmar preparing for battle

Tournament Action (40k)

Very early in the in the month I attended a local 2 day 40k tournament with 36 players. I took a Paladin centric Grey Knight list and went 3/5 losing my first and second games. I put most of that down to lack of practice – I’d only ever run my paladins in a crusade game which was TTS I think.

Strong points were the interceptors and Draigo. Dreadknights continue to disappoint. I love the way that Grey Knights are active in all phases and Interceptors speed. With the tournament done I’ve pretty much completed my army, just one Rhino I’d like to add. And maybe a Land Raider in the future. I would still like to run a list with a Land Raider full of Purifiers for the laughs.

Rise of Sigmar

After the tournament the crusade I’ve been part of since the start of the year took a break. That gave me time to seek out a few games of AoS. At the same time a club not far from me (Borderline Gaming) set up a TTS tournament. It’s not the same as face to face of course but you do still get a few good games and always learn something.

So far I’ve had 3 games and lost all badly, 2 with Sigmarines and 1 with Ironjawz. To cap that of I managed 2 face to face games, losing one and winning the other (yesterday as I write this). I was running Stormcast Eternals in both games. Following the loss I decided to make some major changes, I wanted dragons and Paladins. Problem was that I hadn’t built/painted them.

My Annhilators with Grandhammers were assembled and I had started the gold on them that’s it. I wasn’t even sure where my box of dragons was (I bought them on release and parked them, I want at least another 2 but they have been out of stock for so long.

Painting

So I’d given myself a week to assemble 2 dragons and paint them and 6 Annihilators. Then I realised that where I thought I had 6 Retributors I only had the 3 I’d gotten from Ebay. Almost 2 years ago I bought the Thunderstrike Brotherhood start collecting and promptly built the Lord Relictor (the only way to get the kit) and for some reason lost in the mists of time, 2 Liberators. I tracked it down and built the 3 Retributors. Now I had 6 Annhilators, 3 Retributors and 2 Storm Drakes to paint or build and paint in a week.

Only Retributors left to paint (ignoring the dragons)

I didn’t quite get there as you can see below. All of them made it to the game but I may have broken my rule about painted models.

My almost painted army – the Retributors are in the middle and the naked, wingless Drakes at the back

All of this diverted me from finishing my Ironjawz. I am painting 3 more Gore Gruntas, a Shaman and 2 Warchanters with 5 Brutes to assemble. They’ve been sitting on my table staring at me for 3 weeks with their bad Zenithal prime. They were waiting for the new Citadel paints, then paladin painting and now the dragons. But it’s a new month so there is hope.

The poor poor Ironjawz, prepped and waiting (the Lord Castellant was painted that week)

Warhammer 40k

Finishing my Grey Knights early in the month also coincided with the release of Chaos Space Marines. I’ve been patiently building my collection from the start of the year starting with some 2nd hand models. I bought an ultrasonic cleaner to strip them and have stripped most of the army. A few models were added, like the Dark Apostle (from the Combat Patrol) and a Master of Possession (Start Collecting).

Word Bearers are my next army and I painted my first 3 HQs in July. Word Bearers is close enough to Red Corsairs that I can run them as that as well. I might be thinking about a very fast list as well.

Dark Apostle, Master of Possession and a Sorcerer looking for Space Marines

On top of that I’ve also begun assembling some more Salamanders for my son to paint, Tyranids for my daughter and been dabbling in Kill Team 2.0. More on Kill Team in the future but I have full rosters for Grey Knights, Legionaries, Novitiates (Battle Sisters) and Harlequins.

What’s next?

Having started on my Word Bearers/Red Corsairs I’m also looking for my next Age of Sigmar army, I have finished my Stormcast (mostly) and my Ironjawz. I know from 40k that I want mobility and activity in most phases. I have some Slaves to Darkness and Chaos bits and pieces lying around. Oh and a Nighthaunt army I dare not assemble ahead of a house move. I’m also happy to go in a completely different direction, even elves, do I hear the calling of the sea? I’d would really like to hear other ideas and about what armies work for you.

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Vanguard: Nighthaunt – Is it Worth it?

June 17, 2022 Brett Martin Leave a comment

Nighthaunt: Vanguard – First Impressions Review

On the weekend Games Workshop finally announced new Vanguard sets, 3 in total, Skaven, Daughters of Khaine and Nighthaunt. Ahead of the weekend pre-orders, we at Woehammer thought reviewing it would be a good idea and spent some time deciding if it offered a good way to begin a Nighthaunt army.

What’s in the box?

Slot	Unit
*Leader*	Knight of Shrouds
*Battleline*	20 x Chainrasps
*Battleline*	10 x Grimghast Reapers
*Battleline*	3 x Spirit Hosts

Vanguard: Nighthaunt

34 Miniatures with one small Hero (HQ), and 33 melee troops all of which are battleline coming to a total of 645 points.

Purchased individually these models would be AUD$320 without discount, and all indications are that it will be priced at AUD$190, which makes it great value.

Set	GBP £	USD $	EUR €	AUD $
*Knight of Shrouds*	£21	$35	€27	$55
*Chainrasps*	£52	$84	€68	$140
*Grimghast Reapers*	£30	$50	€40	$77
*Spirit Hosts*	£18	$32	€23	$48
Total	£121	$201	€158	$320

*Vanguard: Nighthaunt*	£80	$130	€105	$190

This set has the battlelines to meet requirements for 750, 1000 or 2000 point games (not recommended) and best of all you could buy multiple copies. Except for the Knight of Shrouds these are staple units you would see in many competitive lists.

With the Chainrasps to act as anvil and the Grimghast to provide the hammer the 2 work well together and also compliment the Knight of Shrouds ability to allow sequential activation. Combined with Nighthaunt’s allegiance ability to fall back and charge every turn it’s very easy to supercharge the Grimghast with a 3rd attack creating a serious threat.

The Spirit Host offer good value through their number of attacks, 6s autowound for Nighthaunt giving 3 autowounds per attack on average. They also serve as a bodyguard granting a hero within 3” a 3+ ward with the Spirit Hosts taking the damage. This is essential if you are going to use the Knight of Shrouds ability

The choice of hero for the box is the biggest issue. The Knight of Shrouds abilities don’t really work well with the other units, his warscroll includes free Redeploy and Unleash Hell. For an army with almost no ranged damage. Nighthaunt live and die with their wizards and the Guardian of Souls would have been a better choice. His mounted brother, the Knight of Shrouds on Ethereal Steed, is superior; granting an All out Attack for free. Compared to the Grey Seer included in the Vanguard:Skaven set it seems like a weaker choice.

Other criticism are minor, the units are more old school Nighthaunt and really only work well in 2 processions (Sub factions) – Emerald Host and Grieving Legion. Bladegheist Revenants would have had more options than the Grimghast. None of the new scuplts (Craventhrone Guard, Scriptor Mortis or Awlach the Drowner) are included and as a direct match up, it is weaker than the other Vanguard boxes released on the same schedule. That said this box is more of an option for multiple copies than the other 2 (although 2 Warpfire Cannons might not be terrible).

Overall this is a solid basis for a Nighthaunt Army. All it needs is your choice of heroes and it’s time to assert Nagash’s claim to the realm.

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Stormcast Eternals – Beginners 1000 Point Army

June 1, 2022 Brett Martin 5 Comments

Are you a long time 40k Space Marine pilot looking for a new, but familiar, challenge or someone that likes being good at everything but not spectacular? Do you long to be the bedrock on which a new world is built?

If the answer is yes then I have the solution for you. And it involves a lot of gold.

Stormcast Eternals (SCE)

These returning heroes have everything, stalwart infantry, Heroes that not only buff but also slap pretty hard, mortal wound shooting and if you want cavalry then they do it right – with dragons.

I am going to run you through a few options to get started in the faction and give you a solid base for a competitive army. SCE start collecting boxes are out of print now, they were the SCE half of the starter kits in 1st and then 2nd edition. But they are one half of the current AoS Starter sets and we will be looking at a list built from the Extremis or Harbinger Starter Sets. These lists are intended to be competitive but might not quite reach the top table. I won’t be featuring Vanguard Raptors, Fulminators or Storm Drakes. Or not yet (read to the end).

There are a lot of avenues to collect SCE models, they have been one half of the starter sets for all three (3) editions of Age of Sigmar (AoS) and featured in the Moral Realm magazine. They have the largest model range in AoS and can be allied into all order armies or take allies from all order armies.

Warhammer AoS Extremis or Harbinger Starter Sets

The current AoS starter sets offer 2 armies, SCE and Kruleboyz Orcs as well as a core rule book and a special campaign book. The Extremis set adds some useful Terrain pieces. For SCE the set provides:

Slot	Unit
Leader	Lord Imperitant with Gryph hound
Battleline	5 x Vindictors
Praetors	3 x Praetors

Extremis/Harbinger Stormcast Eternals

The List

Allegiance: Stormcast Eternals
– Stormhost: Hammers of Sigmar (Scions of the Storm)
– Mortal Realm: Ghur
– Grand Strategy: Hold the Line
– Triumphs:

LEADERS
Lord-Castellant (155)*
Lord-Imperatant (175)*
– General
– Command Trait: Shock and Awe
– Artefact: Arcane Tome
– Spell: Celestial Blades

UNITS
5 x Vindictors (130)*
5 x Vindictors (130)**
3 x Annihilators with Meteoric Grandhammers (240)**
3 x Praetors (165)*

CORE BATTALIONS
*Battle Regiment
**Hunters of the Heartlands

The Cost

To create this list I’ll start with the Harbinger set and a Warcry: Thunderstrike Stormcast Eternals. This great value box provides both a second set of Vindicators and our Annihilators. You’ll also need a Battletome. The prices by region are shown below;

SET	RRP AUD $	RRP USD $	RRP EUR €	RRP GBP £
Harbinger Starter Set	$120	$99	€80	£65
Lord Castellant	$65	$38	€31.50	£24
Warcry: Thunderstrike Stormcast Eternals	$98	$60	€50	£37.50
Battletome: Stormcast Eternals	$84	$55	€42.50	£32.50
Total	$367	$252	€204	£159

As always third party stores offer between 15% and 20% discount, which could reduce this to about $306 AUD.

(If you’re in the UK you could sign up to SCN Hobby World’s mailing list and receive 25% off the RRP – Peter)

Key Units

Lord Imperatant

Say hello to our General, the Lord Imperatant. While no slouch in combat he isn’t here for his combat ability so we’ve given him the Arcane Tome making him a wizard able to cast one spell and unbind an opponent’s spell. We’ve given him the spell Celestial Blades which casts on a 5 and gives a unit of your choice within 18” +1 to wound rolls. This means he can make Praetors or Vindictors hit on a 2+. But his best trick is his warscroll ability, Guided by Lighting

Guided by Lightning

Once per turn, at the end of your movement phase, pick 1 friendly STORMCAST ETERNALS THUNDERSTRIKE unit with a Wounds characteristic of 3 or less that is in reserve. When you use the Scions of the Storm ability they may be set up more than 7” rather than 9” from enemy models.

Your whole list, other than the Lord Castellant, are Thunderstrike.

He can also issue a command without using a command point once per battle on top of a handy little shooting attack and his companion animal.

Lord Castellant

Our second in command, he brings significant combat prowess (and a friendly gryph hound) but mostly he’s here for his Lantern.

Warding Lantern

In your hero phase either pick one STORMCAST ETERNALS unit wholly within 18” granting them a +1 to save rolls; or an enemy unity wholly within 18”, if you pick an enemy unit roll a dice, on a 2+ the target suffers D3 mortal wounds.

Drop him behind your Annihilators and they will be very annoying with a 2+ save.

Vindictors (Battleline)

Your basic 2 wound troop with a nifty spear giving them a 2” range and a 3+ save. They’ll lurk at the back or can be dropped in close to an enemy thanks to the Guided by Lightning. They have 2 attacks each, 3 for the sergeant (Prime), doing a Mortal Wound on an unmodified roll of 6. On average then you can expect:

Weapon	No. of Attacks	Avg Hits	Avg Wounds	Avg Damage (pre-saves)
Stormspear	11	5.5 (+1.8 MW)	3.6 (+1.8 MW)	5.4

With Celestial Blades this increases to 4 wounds plus the mortal wounds. This is equivalent to 2 ardboyz after saves.

Annihilators with Meteoric Grandhammers

Finally our hammer unit, these beasts cause mortal wounds when they land, charge and even die. And they hit very hard. WIth the Lord Imperatant on the Field you can place them just over 7” from an enemy unit and they can reroll the charge giving them an almost ⅔ chance of making the charge.

With the Lord Castellant to support them you can improve their Save to 2+ with 3 wounds making them much harder to remove. Shock and Awe also gives them +1 to their hit rolls when on the turn they arrive in and they are -2 rend. So if they make the charge:

Weapon	No. of Attacks	Avg Hits	Avg Wounds	Avg Damage (pre-saves)
Meteoric Grandhammer	10	8.3	6.9	20.8

With their arrival and charge contributing another 5 Mortal Wounds.

Used carefully this is something your opponent is going to have to play around. They can potentially delete a Mawcrusha in a round.

Praetors

Probably my favourite model of the new Thunderstrike line these are meant to be a bodyguard unit but it is a unique version of bodyguard. At the start of the battle you nominate a unit that they will protect. Everytime a wound would be taken by the unit they are protecting you roll a dice, on a 1 or 2 the wound goes through to the Hero they are protecting, 3 or 4 to the Praetors and on a 5 or 6 it is negated.

They are no slouches in combat either with a combined 10 attacks hitting and wounding on 3s and doing 2 wounds for a successful attack.

Concept of Operations

Our list is not an alpha strike monster, instead it allows you to control the board and make your opponent play to your strengths. There are 3 key feature that make the list harder to deal with and you need to keep in mind.

Hammers of Sigmar have a 6+ Ward save if they are near an objective
Scions of the Storm lets you place units in reserve and bring them on to the table at the end of any of your movement phases (so Turn 1).
Thunderstrike units inflict mortal wounds on death – for every wound killed in that Turn they roll a dice, on a 6+ that inflicts a mortal wound – a real kill me and I’ll hurt you.

For Scions of the Storm you need to have one unit on the field for every unit you put into reserve. And the Lord Imperatant must be on the field for Guided by Lightning to work. The ideal set up then is to start with one unit of Vindicators, Praetors and the Lord Imperatant on the field. The Annihilators, Lord Castellan and other Vindicators are deployed in reserves.

Set the units on the field up in cover and play to go second, your ideal start would see your opponent look to engage you and let you choose a unit to drop the Annihilators near and destroy. The Lord Castellan is there to give the Annihilators a +1 save just in case. You then have the 2nd Vindictors to drop in another round, they can’t reroll but they can still start just outside 7” from an enemy. Don’t drop them too early though – the value of the Annihilators and Vindictors increases the longer the game goes.

I would use the Lord Imperatant and the Praetors to cover one objective with the Praetors covering the Lord and the Vindictors another depending on the mission. If it was a 3 or 4 objective mission I would put all of them on the home objective.

Overall this is a flexible list that lets you get to the table with an effective force while you only need to build 18 models.

Next Steps

SCE are in a good place at the moment so you have a few options to build your list into a solid 2000 point. Another Warcry kit combined with vanguard raptors and a Knight Relictor gives you a straight forward 1985 list build on this base. But taking those same Vanguard Raptors and adding some Stormdrakes (2) or Fulminators (4) gives you a lot of mobility. If you are worried about the extra VP from the Fulminators then run them as Desolators. Lastly, there is a potentially cheaper option. AoS 3.0 was introduced with the Dominion Battlebox, this set included the same units as the Starter Sets we’ve looked at with more heroes, Vindicators and Annihilators. All up this box has 1415 points. If you look carefully you should be able to find an unsold kit or at the very least a Stormcast half and it offers a very affordable way to begin.

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The Top Three 40k Lists

The Top Three 40k Lists

The Top Three 40k Lists

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Introduction

Tournament Action (40k)

Rise of Sigmar

Painting

Warhammer 40k

What’s next?

The List

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