In this episode, we finish our discussion of the Adeptus Astartes or Space Marines. We talk about the Primaris Space Marines, including their background, units and how they play in the game. We also go into a deeper discussion on the Space Marine stratagems, psychic powers, relics, and warlord traits. We talk about each of the codex Space Marine chapters and we end our podcast talking about list building.

In this episode, we finish our discussion of the Adeptus Astartes or Space Marines. We talk about the Primaris Space Marines, including their background, units and how they play in the game. We also go into a deeper discussion on the Space Marine stratagems, psychic powers, relics, and warlord traits. We talk about each of the codex Space Marine chapters and we end our podcast talking about list building.

In this episode, we talk about about the Adpetus Astartes or Space Marines in Warhammer 40K. This is part one of a two part series on the most popular and iconic faction in the game. We cover a brief history of the Space Marines, discuss the weapons and units available to them, and talk about how to get started with a Space Marine army.

In this episode, we talk about about the Adpetus Astartes or Space Marines in Warhammer 40K. This is part one of a two part series on the most popular and iconic faction in the game. We cover a brief history of the Space Marines, discuss the weapons and units available to them, and talk about how to get started with a Space Marine army.

In this episode, we talk about what it means to play to the mission in Warhammer 40K. Tabling an opponent should never be your primary method to winning the game. We discuss the Eternal War and Maelstrom missions in the book as well as the ITC Combined Arms and Nova missions.

In this episode, we talk about what it means to play to the mission in Warhammer 40K. Tabling an opponent should never be your primary method to winning the game. We discuss the Eternal War and Maelstrom missions in the book as well as the ITC Combined Arms and Nova missions.

In this episode, we talk about playing with Titanic units in 40k. Many events have banned all units above a power level of 31, but how necessary is this? We talk about all of the units that would be banned and evaluate it for durability and lethality to see how good they are and if these units have a place in a 2000 point Matched Play game.

In this episode, we talk about playing with Titanic units in 40k. Many events have banned all units above a power level of 31, but how necessary is this? We talk about all of the units that would be banned and evaluate it for durability and lethality to see how good they are and if these units have a place in a 2000 point Matched Play game.

In this episode, we talk to Mitch Pelham, a top ranked ITC player who took 2nd at the Bay Area Open. We discuss his experience playing in a major tournament and the list elements and tactics that work well in New 40K. We also discuss how to survive two days of gaming and the importance of good sportsmanship and being a fun and fair opponent.

Introduction

Mitch Pelham, formerly of our local Boise scene, now in Seattle as part of Mugu Legion.

Mitch's list for the Bay Area Open:

* Commissar Yarrick

* Creed

* Celestine

* Astropath

* 3 x 20 conscripts

* 23 conscripts

* Salamander command vehicle

* 4x Elysian command plasma squads

* Elysian commander

* 3 Elysian platoon commanders

* 2 Earthshaker batteries

* 2 Wyverns

* Stormlord with both sets of heavy bolter and lascannon sponsons

Playing at BAO

Why Celestine is amazing; scalpel units and other units that fill the same role

How each unit in Mitch's list worked together.

The importance of reserve manipulation.

Keeping important units alive and shooting with bubble wrap.

Indirect firepower and working around line of sight blocking terrain.

Playing to the missions.

Sportsmanship

Establishing rapport and ensuring the game is a fun experience.

Declaring intent before moving units.

Asking for rules clarifications.

Listener Episode

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In this episode, we talk to Mitch Pelham, a top ranked ITC player who took 2nd at the Bay Area Open. We discuss his experience playing in a major tournament and the list elements and tactics that work well in New 40K. We also discuss how to survive two days of gaming and the importance of good sportsmanship and being a fun and fair opponent.