Tonight on Vanguard Tactics, get ready for a Live Battle Report that’s brimming with intensity and strategic depth. Stephen, leading the stoic Black Templars, is set to face Jake and his formidable Leagues of Votann in a thrilling preparation game for the Las Vegas Open.
On a battlefield marked by past conflicts, Stephen’s Black Templars are a vision of unwavering faith and military expertise. Every move they make is a reflection of their sacred mission. Opposing them, Jake’s Leagues of Votann are a force to be reckoned with, known for their advanced technology and strategic acumen. This battle is not just a contest of strength; it’s a dramatic play of discipline versus innovation.
Both leaders bring 2000pts of their finest troops, creating an environment ripe for exploring the nuanced tactics of Warhammer 40K’s 10th Edition. This event is a deep dive into the strategic dynamics between the disciplined Black Templars and the technologically advanced Leagues of Votann.
The question looms: Will Stephen’s Black Templars maintain their formidable front, or will Jake’s Leagues of Votann outmaneuver them with their advanced warfare? This battle report transcends mere gameplay; it’s a tale of contrasting styles and strategies. Join us for every calculated maneuver, every strategic thrust, and each pivotal moment. Engage with us live, share your thoughts, and be part of this epic narrative.
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Step into the Warhammer 40K universe with us tonight. As the battle unfolds and the armies clash, whose side will you choose—Stephen’s Black Templars or Jake’s Leagues of Votann? Decide and witness the spectacle of this pre-Las Vegas Open showdown.
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Stephen's Black Templars
Templars (1995 Points)
Space Marines
Black Templars
Gladius Task Force
Strike Force (2000 Points)
CHARACTERS
Apothecary Biologis (85 Points)
• 1x Absolvor bolt pistol
1x Close combat weapon
• Enhancements: Fire Discipline
High Marshal Helbrecht (95 Points)
• Warlord
• 1x Ferocity
1x Sword of the High Marshals
Judiciar (70 Points)
• 1x Absolvor bolt pistol
1x Executioner relic blade
Lieutenant (65 Points)
• 1x Master-crafted power weapon
1x Neo-volkite pistol
1x Storm Shield
The Emperor’s Champion (75 Points)
• 1x Black Sword
1x Bolt Pistol
BATTLELINE
Assault Intercessor Squad (80 Points)
• 1x Assault Intercessor Sergeant
• 1x Hand flamer
1x Power fist
• 4x Assault Intercessor
• 4x Astartes chainsword
4x Heavy bolt pistol
OTHER DATASHEETS
Aggressor Squad (220 Points)
• 1x Aggressor Sergeant
• 1x Auto boltstorm gauntlets
1x Fragstorm grenade launcher
1x Twin power fists
• 5x Aggressor
• 5x Auto boltstorm gauntlets
5x Fragstorm grenade launcher
5x Twin power fists
Centurion Devastator Squad (175 Points)
• 1x Devastator Centurion Sergeant
• 1x Centurion fists
1x Centurion missile launcher
1x Twin lascannon
• 2x Devastator Centurion
• 2x Centurion fists
2x Centurion missile launcher
2x Twin lascannon
Infiltrator Squad (100 Points)
• 1x Infiltrator Sergeant
• 1x Bolt pistol
1x Close combat weapon
1x Marksman bolt carbine
• 4x Infiltrator
• 4x Bolt pistol
4x Close combat weapon
1x Helix Gauntlet
1x Infiltrator Comms Array
4x Marksman bolt carbine
Land Raider (240 Points)
• 1x Armoured tracks
2x Godhammer lascannon
1x Twin heavy bolter
Land Raider Redeemer (260 Points)
• 1x Armoured tracks
2x Flamestorm cannon
1x Hunter-killer missile
1x Multi-melta
1x Storm bolter
1x Twin assault cannon
Primaris Sword Brethren (140 Points)
• 1x Sword Brother Castellan
• 1x Combi-weapon
1x Master-crafted power weapon
• 4x Primaris Sword Brother
• 1x Plasma pistol
2x Power weapon
2x Pyre pistol
1x Thunder hammer
1x Twin lightning claws
Primaris Sword Brethren (140 Points)
• 1x Sword Brother Castellan
• 1x Combi-weapon
1x Master-crafted power weapon
• 4x Primaris Sword Brother
• 1x Plasma pistol
2x Power weapon
2x Pyre pistol
1x Thunder hammer
1x Twin lightning claws
Primaris Sword Brethren (140 Points)
• 1x Sword Brother Castellan
• 1x Combi-weapon
1x Master-crafted power weapon
• 4x Primaris Sword Brother
• 1x Plasma pistol
2x Power weapon
2x Pyre pistol
1x Thunder hammer
1x Twin lightning claws
Scout Squad (55 Points)
• 1x Scout Sergeant
• 1x Astartes chainsword
1x Bolt pistol
1x Close combat weapon
• 4x Scout
• 1x Astartes shotgun
4x Bolt pistol
4x Close combat weapon
3x Combat knife
Scout Squad (55 Points)
• 1x Scout Sergeant
• 1x Astartes chainsword
1x Bolt pistol
1x Close combat weapon
• 4x Scout
• 1x Astartes shotgun
4x Bolt pistol
4x Close combat weapon
3x Combat knife
Jake's Leagues of Votann
Leagues of Votann
Oathband
Strike Force (2000 Points)
CHARACTERS
Kâhl (90 Points)
• Warlord
• 1x Mass gauntlet
1x Rampart Crest
1x Volkanite disintegrator
• Enhancements: Grim Demeanour
Ûthar the Destined (90 Points)
• 1x Blade of the Ancestors
1x Rampart Crest
1x Volkanite disintegrator
BATTLELINE
Hearthkyn Warriors (110 Points)
• 1x Theyn
• 1x Autoch-pattern bolt pistol
1x Autoch-pattern bolter
1x Close combat weapon
1x Weavefield Crest
• 9x Hearthkyn Warrior
• 9x Autoch-pattern bolt pistol
7x Autoch-pattern bolter
9x Close combat weapon
1x Comms Array
1x HYLas auto rifle
1x Magna-rail rifle
1x Medipack
1x Pan Spectral Scanner
Hearthkyn Warriors (110 Points)
• 1x Theyn
• 1x Autoch-pattern bolt pistol
1x Autoch-pattern bolter
1x Close combat weapon
1x Weavefield Crest
• 9x Hearthkyn Warrior
• 9x Autoch-pattern bolt pistol
7x Autoch-pattern bolter
9x Close combat weapon
1x Comms Array
1x HYLas auto rifle
1x Magna-rail rifle
1x Medipack
1x Pan Spectral Scanner
Hearthkyn Warriors (110 Points)
• 1x Theyn
• 1x Autoch-pattern bolt pistol
1x Autoch-pattern bolter
1x Close combat weapon
1x Weavefield Crest
• 9x Hearthkyn Warrior
• 9x Autoch-pattern bolt pistol
7x Autoch-pattern bolter
9x Close combat weapon
1x Comms Array
1x HYLas auto rifle
1x Magna-rail rifle
1x Medipack
1x Pan Spectral Scanner
DEDICATED TRANSPORTS
Sagitaur (100 Points)
• 1x Armoured wheels
1x HYLas beam cannon
1x Twin bolt cannon
Sagitaur (100 Points)
• 1x Armoured wheels
1x HYLas beam cannon
1x Twin bolt cannon
Sagitaur (100 Points)
• 1x Armoured wheels
1x HYLas beam cannon
1x Twin bolt cannon
Sagitaur (100 Points)
• 1x Armoured wheels
1x HYLas beam cannon
1x Twin bolt cannon
Sagitaur (100 Points)
• 1x Armoured wheels
1x HYLas beam cannon
1x Twin bolt cannon
Sagitaur (100 Points)
• 1x Armoured wheels
1x HYLas beam cannon
1x Twin bolt cannon
OTHER DATASHEETS
Cthonian Beserks (100 Points)
• 5x Cthonian Beserk
• 5x Concussion maul
1x Mole grenade launcher
Cthonian Beserks (100 Points)
• 5x Cthonian Beserk
• 5x Concussion maul
1x Mole grenade launcher
Cthonian Beserks (100 Points)
• 5x Cthonian Beserk
• 5x Concussion maul
1x Mole grenade launcher
Einhyr Hearthguard (300 Points)
• 1x Hesyr
• 1x Concussion gauntlet
1x Exo-armour grenade launcher
1x Teleport Crest
1x Volkanite disintegrator
• 9x Einhyr Hearthguard
• 9x Concussion gauntlet
9x Exo-armour grenade launcher
9x Volkanite disintegrator
Hernkyn Pioneers (90 Points)
• 3x Hernkyn Pioneer
• 3x Bolt revolver
3x Bolt shotgun
1x HYLas rotary cannon
3x Magna-coil autocannon
1x Pan Spectral Scanner
3x Plasma knife
1x Rollbar Searchlight
Hernkyn Pioneers (90 Points)
• 3x Hernkyn Pioneer
• 3x Bolt revolver
3x Bolt shotgun
1x HYLas rotary cannon
3x Magna-coil autocannon
1x Pan Spectral Scanner
3x Plasma knife
1x Rollbar Searchlight
Hernkyn Pioneers (90 Points)
• 3x Hernkyn Pioneer
• 3x Bolt revolver
3x Bolt shotgun
1x HYLas rotary cannon
3x Magna-coil autocannon
1x Pan Spectral Scanner
3x Plasma knife
1x Rollbar Searchlight
