Don’t miss the top Warhammer 40k army lists featuring Space Marines, Grey Knights, and Adeptus Custodes from The 2025 Richmond Open.
The Richmond Open is over, and now we can look at which 40k factions’ playstyles and army lists managed to secure a place at the top! Check out what these winners brought in their armies, with our expert commentary on their selections.
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1st Place: Mark Hertel – Space Marines (Ultramarines) Army Lists
Mark didn’t just win The Richmond Open—he walked in with three of the biggest names in blue armor and dared anyone to blink first. Spoiler: they didn’t blink.
Leading the list were none other than Roboute Guilliman, Tigurius, and Marneus Calgar. Guilliman brings the aura of a literal demigod, Tigurius warps the battlefield with psychic nonsense, and Calgar just punches problems until they stop existing.
The rest of the list was built to do one thing: follow orders and win games.
A single Intercessor squad kept things grounded with bolters and objective time. They’re not flashy, but they show up, hold the line, and remind everyone why the word “tactical” exists in this universe.
Then the Assault Intercessors with Jump Packs kicked things up a notch. These guys move fast, hit hard, and crash into your backline like an angry blue comet.
Need something heavier? Enter the Centurion Devastators. They look like someone stuffed a tank into a Space Marine and then gave it even bigger guns. You can’t ignore them, and if you try, you’ll lose something important—probably a transport or your will to continue.
Company Heroes added a bit of knife-fight finesse to the list. They’re not as thick as Centurions, but they hit way above their weight. Think of them as the ultramarine equivalent of a precision airstrike—if that airstrike was holding a power sword and quoting chapter history mid-swing.
For ranged bite, a Desolation Squad made its way in. These guys brought the boom, parked themselves where they could see stuff, and went to work. You’ve got a problem unit in the distance? Not anymore.
Mobility came from an Invader ATV and two Land Raiders. The Land Raiders, roll up like ancient war gods—thick armor, strong guns, and room for some angry passengers. They don’t need to move fast—they just need to move forward and fire everything.
Sternguard Veterans closed out the list with the classic Space Marine answer to elite threats: elite-er threats. They’ve got better weapons, better stats, and more confidence than your average unit.
2nd Place: Erik Aliff – Grey Knights Army Lists
3rd Place: Trent Mazer – Adeptus Custodes Army Lists
Final Thoughts on Army Lists:
In the grand showdown at The Richmond Open, Space Marines flexed their muscles, Grey Knights showcased their psychic prowess, and Adeptus Custodes reminded us that gold is always in style. Whether you’re rolling with the tactical geniuses of the Ultramarines, the ethereal wisdom of the Grey Knights, or the golden guardians of the Imperium, there’s a winning strategy for everyone. So grab your dice and get ready to channel your inner champion!
So, whether you’re planning to play in the next big tournament or just looking to spice up your games at home, take a page from these winners and remember: every unit counts, and sometimes, all you need is a good plan and a whole lot of golden armored bodies.
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