In the grim dark future of Warhammer 40K, the clash between the innovative T’au Empire and the stalwart Adeptus Custodes creates a spectacle that both captivates and instructs. This electrifying 2000-point live Battle Report, made possible by our supportive partners at Games Workshop, brings the 10th Edition to vivid life.
Our chosen armies, drawn from a diverse array of units within the Index, provide a detailed overview of the intricate rules and unique abilities inherent to the T’au Empire and the Adeptus Custodes. Through the unfolding battle, we offer a closer look at the Leviathan mission cards, adding unforeseen challenges and a deeper strategic layer to the gameplay – a thrilling experience guaranteed for all Warhammer 40K enthusiasts.
The index rules and points for these armies can be found and downloaded for free here from Warhammer Community!
However, this Battle Report isn’t just about showcasing a spectacular clash; it’s a unique, interactive Warhammer 40K coaching experience. Intended to entertain and educate in equal measure, it is the perfect tool for both hardened veterans and beginners, offering valuable insights into the 10th Edition’s mechanics and strategies.
The armies, meticulously assembled from the Index’s detailed unit roster, are designed to highlight each faction’s unique rules and abilities. The incorporation of Leviathan mission cards introduces unexpected strategic shifts, providing an additional layer of tactical depth to the conflict.
Brought to life with miniatures sourced from our sponsor, The Outpost. For those eager to muster your own T’au Empire or Adeptus Custodes forces, explore The Outpost’s extensive Warhammer 40K range.
As we gear up for this grand spectacle, we extend an invitation for you to join us in the theatre of war. Witness firsthand the intricate tactics, the clash of titans, and the strategic ballet that epitomizes Warhammer 40K’s 10th Edition.
Come, immerse yourself in the narrative depth and mechanical complexity of Warhammer 40K, and may your strategies lead you to victory.
Jack's T'au Empire
T’au Empire
Kauyon
Strike Force (2000 Points)
CHARACTERS
Commander Farsight (120 Points)
• Warlord
• 1x Dawn Blade, 1x High-intensity plasma rifle
Commander in Coldstar Battlesuit (140 Points)
• 1x Battlesuit fists, 1x High-output burst cannon, 1x Marker Drone, 1x Shield Drone
• Enhancements: Exemplar of the Kauyon
BATTLELINE
Breacher Team (115 Points)
• 1x Support turret missile system
• 1x Breacher Fire Warrior Shas’ui
• 1x Close combat weapon, 1x Guardian Drone, 1x Marker Drone, 1x Pulse blaster, 1x Pulse pistol
• 9x Breacher Fire Warrior
• 9x Close combat weapon, 9x Pulse blaster, 9x Pulse pistol
Breacher Team (115 Points)
• 1x Support turret missile system
• 1x Breacher Fire Warrior Shas’ui
• 1x Close combat weapon, 1x Guardian Drone, 1x Marker Drone, 1x Pulse blaster, 1x Pulse pistol
• 9x Breacher Fire Warrior
• 9x Close combat weapon, 9x Pulse blaster, 9x Pulse pistol
Breacher Team (115 Points)
• 1x Support turret missile system
• 1x Breacher Fire Warrior Shas’ui
• 1x Close combat weapon, 1x Guardian Drone, 1x Marker Drone, 1x Pulse blaster, 1x Pulse pistol
• 9x Breacher Fire Warrior
• 9x Close combat weapon, 9x Pulse blaster, 9x Pulse pistol
DEDICATED TRANSPORTS
Devilfish (95 Points)
• 1x Accelerator burst cannon, 1x Armoured hull, 2x Seeker missile, 2x Twin smart missile system
Devilfish (95 Points)
• 1x Accelerator burst cannon, 1x Armoured hull, 2x Seeker missile, 2x Twin smart missile system
Devilfish (95 Points)
• 1x Accelerator burst cannon, 1x Armoured hull, 2x Seeker missile, 2x Twin smart missile system
OTHER DATASHEETS
Crisis Battlesuits (390 Points)
• 1x Crisis Shas’vre
• 1x Battlesuit fists, 1x Missile pod, 1x Missile pod, 1x Plasma rifle, 1x Shield Drone,1x Marker Drone, 1x Shield Generator
• 5x Crisis Shas’ui
• 5x Battlesuit fists, 1x Marker Drone, 10x Missile pod, 5x Plasma rifle, 10x Shield Drone, 5x Shield Generator
Crisis Battlesuits (390 Points)
• 1x Crisis Shas’vre
• 1x Battlesuit fists, 1x Missile pod, 1x Missile pod, 1x Plasma rifle, 1x Shield Drone,1x Marker Drone, 1x Shield Generator
• 5x Crisis Shas’ui
• 5x Battlesuit fists, 1x Marker Drone, 10x Missile pod, 5x Plasma rifle, 10x Shield Drone, 5x Shield Generator
Hammerhead Gunship (145 Points)
• 1x Armoured hull, 1x Ion cannon, 2x Seeker missile, 2x Twin smart missile system
Hammerhead Gunship (145 Points)
• 1x Armoured hull, 1x Ion cannon, 2x Seeker missile, 2x Twin smart missile system
Krootox Riders (35 Points)
• 1x Kroot gun, 1x Krootox fists
Chris' Adeptus Custodes
Adeptus Custodes
Shield Host
Strike Force (2000 Points)
CHARACTERS
Blade Champion (125 Points)
• 1x Vaultswords
• Enhancements: Veiled Blade
Shield-Captain in Allarus Terminator Armour (120 Points)
• 1x Balistus grenade launcher, 1x Guardian spear
Trajann Valoris (145 Points)
• Warlord
• 1x Watcher’s Axe
Valerian (115 Points)
• 1x Gnosis
BATTLELINE
Custodian Guard (225 Points)
• 3x Guardian spear, 2x Praesidium Shield, 2x Sentinel blade
Custodian Guard (225 Points)
• 3x Guardian spear, 2x Praesidium Shield, 2x Sentinel blade
Custodian Guard (225 Points)
• 3x Guardian spear, 2x Praesidium Shield, 2x Sentinel blade
Prosecutors (40 Points)
• 1x Prosecutor Sister Superior
• 1x Boltgun, 1x Close combat weapon
• 3x Prosecutor
• 3x Boltgun, 3x Close combat weapon
Prosecutors (40 Points)
• 1x Prosecutor Sister Superior
• 1x Boltgun, 1x Close combat weapon
• 3x Prosecutor
• 3x Boltgun, 3x Close combat weapon
OTHER DATASHEETS
Allarus Custodians (325 Points)
• 5x Balistus grenade launcher, 5x Guardian spear
Custodian Wardens (300 Points)
• 6x Guardian spear, 1x Vexilla
ALLIED UNITS
Callidus Assassin (115 Points)
• 1x Neural shredder, 1x Phase sword and poison blades
