Tonight on Vanguard Tactics, we’re excited to bring you a Live Battle Report featuring the enigmatic Necrons clashing against the ingenious Adeptus Mechanicus. This bout marks the second round of our new codex preview, showcasing the strategic depth of Warhammer 40K’s 10th Edition.

Amidst the ancient ruins of a long-forgotten battlefield, Michael commands the Hypercrypt Legion detachment of the Necrons. These undying warriors, relics of a bygone era, emerge with their cryptic technologies and inscrutable motives. Their goal: relentless conquest and reclamation. Opposing them, Aaron brings the formidable might of the Adeptus Mechanicus’ Cohort Cybernetica to bear. This force, a fusion of flesh and machine, represents the pinnacle of the Omnissiah’s blessings – a testament to the Machine God’s arcane science.

With 2000pts at their command, the battle promises a blend of ancient mysteries and technological marvels. Join us as we delve into the tactical nuances of this unique confrontation, highlighting the relentless resilience of the Necrons against the innovative warfare of the Adeptus Mechanicus.

Witness as Michael’s unyielding Necrons face off against Aaron’s technologically advanced Adeptus Mechanicus. This isn’t just a battle report; it’s an exploration of strategy and lore, bringing to life the intricate dynamics of the 40K universe. Be part of every strategic gambit, every technological marvel, and each critical showdown. Engage with us live, contribute your thoughts, and immerse yourself in this epic narrative.

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Dive into the Warhammer 40K universe with us tonight. As the echoes of ancient technology resonate and cybernetic warriors ready themselves, whose side will you champion—Michael’s enigmatic Necrons or Aaron’s advanced Adeptus Mechanicus? Decide your allegiance and may the Omnissiah guide your rolls.

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Michael's Necrons

Necrons
Strike Force (2000 points)
Hypercrypt Legion (1995)

 

CHARACTERS

Hexmark Destroyer (70 points)
• 1x Close combat weapon
1x Enmitic disintegrator pistols

Imotekh the Stormlord (100 points)
• Warlord
• 1x Gauntlet of Fire
1x Staff of the Destroyer

Lokhust Lord (100 points)
• 1x Lord’s blade
1x Resurrection Orb
• Enhancement: Osteoclave Fulcrum

Overlord with Translocation Shroud (85 points)
• 1x Overlord’s blade
1x Resurrection Orb

Plasmancer (80 points)
• 1x Plasmic lance
• Enhancement: Arisen Tyrant

Skorpekh Lord (115 points)
• 1x Enmitic annihilator
1x Flensing claw
1x Hyperphase harvester
• Enhancement: Hyperspatial Transfer Node

Transcendent C’tan (275 points)
• 1x Crackling tendrils
1x Seismic assault

BATTLELINE

Immortals (140 points)
• 10x Immortal
• 10x Close combat weapon
10x Tesla carbine

OTHER DATASHEETS

Lokhust Destroyers (180 points)
• 6x Lokhust Destroyer
• 6x Close combat weapon
6x Gauss cannon

Lokhust Heavy Destroyers (150 points)
• 3x Lokhust Heavy Destroyer
• 3x Close combat weapon
3x Gauss destructor

Monolith (350 points)
• 4x Death ray
1x Particle whip
1x Portal of exile

Skorpekh Destroyers (200 points)
• 6x Skorpekh Destroyer
• 2x Plasmacyte
6x Skorpekh hyperphase weapons

Tomb Blades (75 points)
• 3x Tomb Blade
• 3x Close combat weapon
3x Shadowloom
3x Shieldvanes
3x Twin tesla carbine

Tomb Blades (75 points)
• 3x Tomb Blade
• 3x Close combat weapon
3x Shadowloom
3x Shieldvanes
3x Twin tesla carbine

Aaron's Adeptus Mechanicus

Cohort (1995 points)

Adeptus Mechanicus
Strike Force (2000 points)
Cohort Cybernetica

CHARACTERS

Cybernetica Datasmith (35 points)
• Warlord
• 1x Mechanicus pistol
1x Power fist

Tech-Priest Dominus (85 points)
• 1x Macrostubber
1x Omnissian axe
1x Volkite blaster
• Enhancement: Arch-negator

Tech-Priest Enginseer (70 points)
• 1x Mechanicus pistol
1x Omnissian axe
1x Servo-arm
• Enhancement: Necromechanic

Technoarcheologist (45 points)
• 1x Mechanicus pistol
1x Servo-arc claw

BATTLELINE

Skitarii Rangers (90 points)
• 1x Skitarii Ranger Alpha
• 1x Close combat weapon
1x Galvanic rifle
• 9x Skitarii Ranger
• 9x Close combat weapon
9x Galvanic rifle
1x Omnispex

OTHER DATASHEETS

Kastelan Robots (400 points)
• 4x Kastelan Robot
• 4x Incendine combustor
4x Kastelan fist
4x Kastelan phosphor blaster

Kataphron Breachers (290 points)
• 6x Kataphron Breacher
• 6x Heavy arc rifle
6x Hydraulic claw

Pteraxii Skystalkers (65 points)
• 1x Pteraxii Skystalker Alpha
• 1x Flechette blaster
1x Taser goad
• 4x Pteraxii Skystalker
• 4x Close combat weapon
4x Flechette carbine

Pteraxii Skystalkers (65 points)
• 1x Pteraxii Skystalker Alpha
• 1x Flechette blaster
1x Taser goad
• 4x Pteraxii Skystalker
• 4x Close combat weapon
4x Flechette carbine

Serberys Raiders (60 points)
• 1x Serberys Raider Alpha
• 1x Cavalry sabre and clawed limbs
1x Galvanic carbine
1x Mechanicus pistol
• 2x Serberys Raider
• 2x Cavalry sabre and clawed limbs
2x Galvanic carbine

Sicarian Infiltrators (70 points)
• 1x Sicarian Infiltrator Princeps
• 1x Power weapon
1x Stubcarbine
• 4x Sicarian Infiltrator
• 4x Power weapon
4x Stubcarbine

Skorpius Disintegrator (180 points)
• 1x Armoured hull
3x Cognis heavy stubber
1x Disruptor missile launcher
1x Ferrumite cannon

Skorpius Disintegrator (180 points)
• 1x Armoured hull
3x Cognis heavy stubber
1x Disruptor missile launcher
1x Ferrumite cannon

Sydonian Dragoons with Taser Lances (180 points)
• 3x Sydonian Dragoon
• 3x Phosphor serpenta
3x Taser lance

Sydonian Dragoons with Taser Lances (180 points)
• 3x Sydonian Dragoon
• 3x Phosphor serpenta
3x Taser lance

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