Episode 32 - 9th Edition Arrives

 

Hosts: Robert Chandler and Daniel Hesters

Special Guest: Seth "Mad Dok" Oster, winner of Best Overall at Warzone Giga-bytes

Music: Heroic Demise by Matthew Pablo licensed under CC-BY available here

The CTA Podcast returns! Daniel and Robert sit down to discuss 9th edition, what we've been up to during the COVID-19 Pandemic. We also interview Seth Oster of the Dangli Boyz to talk about his big win at Warzone Giga-Bytes GT with his Ork Buggy list. Finally, we break down the Warhammer 40,000 Grand Tournament Mission Pack Secondaries with opinions on list design and capitalizing on making the most out of secondary selections in the new 9th edition missions.

How to Start Playing Warhammer 40k in Tabletop Simulator

COVID-19 has definitely changed how we do things in our everyday lives these days, and Warhammer 40k is certainly no exception to that.  With 9th edition on the horizon most people are taking a pause from playing the game as we get ready to focus on the new edition which is fast approaching. However, if you still need to scratch that 40k itch and the quarantine has you down, fortunately Tabletop Simulator is a great way to get some games in.  There is a large community supporting the game on TTS which has grown exponentially since the virus hit.  

In this short tutorial video I explain how to get setup with playing Warhammer 40k in Tabletop Simulator, how to get the files you need installed and how to build a list the simple way in the program.

Warzone: Come the Apocalypse GT Canceled for 2020

With a heavy heart we have to announce that Warzone: Come the Apocalypse will be canceled for 2020 due to COVID-19.  We will return in 2021 and look forward to bringing you a top notch event for 9th edition! Thank you all for understanding and stay safe everyone.

Blood Angels Re-vamped: Blood of Baal

This past month saw the release of the latest offering in the Psychic Awakening series, Blood of Baal.  This volume includes new rules for Blood Angels and Tyranids,both of which got some pretty good buffs, the Blood Angels really came out on top with this book.  So much so, in fact, that it is my opinion that Blood Angels are now a tier one army in competitive 40k.

Episode 31 - CTA GT Recap and Warzone Atlanta Preview

In Episode 31 we cover our recent Warzone: CTA GT which was this past weekend. We chat about Warzone: Atlanta and how to list design for the Warzone missions. And we chat a bit about SoCal Open.

Hosts: Robert Chandler, Daniel Hesters, Derek Rowe

Space Marines Tactica: You Should be Using Assault Centurions

I know what you're probably thinking.  Assault Centurions? For Space Marines? Are those even a THING?  The answer is yes! Not only do they exist, but most Space Marines armies either will be using them or should be using them.

40K Tactica: How to Beat Iron Hands

Unless you've been living under a rock for the last month or so, you probably know by now that the new Iron Hands Codex Supplement has arrived and boy is it a nasty one. Iron Hands is likely to shake up the meta quite a bit in competitive Warhammer 40,000, but it is not an insurmountable matchup to overcome. The list can be beaten by employing the proper tactics.  Let's take a look.

MathHammer App Review

Recently I was contacted by app developer Jacob Noble, to take a look over his new MathHammer app. He was kind enough to give me a free version of the app to review and being more than a little bit of a mathhammer nerd I was more than happy to oblige.  So, does this app deliver? Let's take a look.

Episode 30 - Common Pitfalls to Avoid in Competitive 40k

Episode 30
Hosts: Robert Chandler, Daniel Hesters, Red Powell

We are joined by The Worthiest Adversary, Red Powell, as we chat about the common pitfalls and mistakes players make in competitive 40k and how to avoid them.

Also we chat a bit about Iron Hands and the new Space Marines and how they will impact the meta as well as previewing upcoming events including our own Warzone: Come the Apocalypse GT.

Episode 29 - Carolina Crusade and Landmass Recap

Hosts: Robert Chandler, Daniel Hesters, Nick St Amour
Special Guest: Tony Pierce

In Episode 29 we bring on Tony Pierce, head TO of Carolina Crusade, to discuss his first major event, lessons learned and plans for the future. We also recap Nick's journey to number 2 at the Landmass RTT in Biloxi, MS

Link to the Forge World Imperial Fortress-
https://aminiatureodyssey.wordpress.com/2015/07/15/forge-world-imperial-fortress-walls-part-i/

Getting Started with Competitive Warhammer 40K

You've been collecting Warhammer 40,000 miniatures for a bit now. You and your buddies have gotten some games in, or perhaps you play weekly or monthly at your local club or game shop with your army.  You see advertisements at your club and in your Facebook Groups for local tournaments but you're not sure what that means or even where to begin to learn about tournament play.  

If you're new to tournament competitive Warhammer 40k then this post is for you.  The goal of this article is to provide you with useful information to help you get started on this new journey of learning to play Warhammer 40k at a competitive level.

Episode 28 - Visions of the Grimdark GT Recap

Hosts: Robert Chandler, Roger Jones, Derek Rowe, and Daniel Hesters
Special Guest: (Luscious) Nick St Amour

In this episode we go over our experiences with the new ITC Beta Champions Missions and talk about our experience at the Visions of the Grimdark Grand Tournament held in Montgomery, AL. Joining us is our special guest the luscious Nick St Amour from the Luscious Nick Warhammer Hour Podcast.

Episode 27 - Interview with Brandon Grant LVO 2019 and ITC 2018 Champion

Hosts: Robert Chandler, Daniel Hesters and Roger Jones
Special Guest: Brandon Grant

In Episode 27 we sit down with Brandon Grant, the LVO 2019 and 2018 ITC Champion on his road to the Las Vegas Open, his philosophy on preparing for and playing in events and list building.

Warhammer 40k 8th Edition Basic Tactics: Target Priority

Hey everyone, Chandler here with another article in our Basic Tactics series.  This series is designed to give newer or less experienced tournament players the fundamentals of playing Warhammer 40k at the competitive level.  In our last article I discussed List Design.  Today, I am going to be talking about target priority.  So, let's dive in.

Episode 26 - 2018 Recap and LVO 2019 Preview

Hosts: Robert Chandler, Roger Jones, Derek Rowe, and Daniel Hesters

It's been a while since we gathered around to chat Warhammer and we had a lot to catch up on. This show is nearly 4 hours long! But we have everything conveniently time stamped here (see below) so you can get to the content that matters most to you (probably LVO stuff.)

In this episode we chat about 2018 and what we accomplished, 2019 resolutions, a little about Chapter Approved and Vigilus, a preview of the upcoming Las Vegas Open 2019 the world's largest Warhammer 40k tournament, and finally we round it out with some listener questions.

Time stamps:

News and Announcements - 2:00
Hobby Progress and Games Played - 20:19
2018 Recap and 2019 Resolutions - 1:03:40
Chapter Approved and Vigilus Chat - 1:33:40
LVO 2019 Preview - 2:21:13
Listener Questions - 3:09:52

Come the Apocalypse Podcast - Episode 25: Warzone: Atlanta 2018 Recap and Chat with Red Powell

Hosts: Robert Chandler, Roger Jones, Derek Rowe, Daniel Hesters
Special Guest Red Powell, Warzone: Atlanta 2018 Warmaster
Produced by Roger Jones

In episode 25 we recap Warzone: Atlanta 2018 and sit down for an interview with the Warmaster, Red Powell on his rise to glory as the best general of Warzone: Atlanta.

Chandler's Warzone: Atlanta 2018 Recap: Day 2

Hey, everyone.  Chandler here with a recap of my day 2 at Warzone: Atlanta 2018.  For the day 1 recap click the link here.

Chandler's Warzone: Atlanta 2018 Recap: Day 1

Hey everyone. Chandler here to give you guys a rundown of my Warzone: Atlanta 2018 experience.  For those who don't know, Warzone: Atlanta is a 120 player ITC Major event held in Atlanta, Georgia every year on Veteran's Day weekend.  It is by far my favorite event of the year and the one I look forward to the most. Not only is the event just awesome, but it's a chance for me to see old friends again and catch up.  I have now attended the past 3 Warzone: Atlanta events and it has become a must attend event for me.

Come the Apocalypse Podcast - Episode 24: Warzone: Atlanta 2018 Preview with Kelly Wallace

Hosts: Robert Chandler, Roger Jones, Derek Rowe, Daniel Hesters
Produced by Roger Jones

In episode 24 we sit down with Kelly Wallace of The General Staff, and head Tournament Organizer of Warzone: Atlanta to chat about Warzone: Atlanta 2018 November 10th-11th in Atlanta, GA.  Warzone: Atlanta is the largest ITC Major in the South region of the United States with 120 players.  We also cover the Warzone: Atlanta meta courtesy of the Dangli Boyz breakdown which can be found at the Google Drive link here.  Check out the Warzone: Atlanta Facebook for the Google Drive link to the lists and visit their website at warzoneatlanta.com for details on the event.

 

Getting Ready For Warzone: Atlanta 2018

Hey all, Chandler here. Warzone: Atlanta 2018 is now only 2 weeks away.  I've been busy getting ready for the event, of course, practicing the missions, finishing up the painting and display board and getting pumped for my favorite weekend of Warhammer 40k.