The historic 1000-person Warhammer 40k tournament happened, and we were there, plus new previews and Fulgrim’s Boys are coming.
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Show Summary:
Hosts discuss the historic turnout for LVO 2025 and everything that happened there, along with some fun topics to keep things interesting. Here are the key takeaways:
- Historic Attendance at LVO 2025 (00:01-01:49):
- Over 1,000 players started round one, making it the largest Warhammer 40k event in history.
- Despite previous ticket sales surpassing 1,000, this was the first time they had full participation.
- LVO’s Atmosphere and Experience (20:05-22:09):
- The event was described as electric and highly competitive, with top-tier players competing at the highest level.
- Many participants saw LVO as a premier event to test their skills.
- Tournament Performance Recaps (24:03-29:39):
- Wyatt Turk finished with a 4-2 record, with notable matches against Tyranids, Craftworld Eldar, and Custodes.
- Kenny’s record was 2-4, with tough matchups against Custodes and Tau lists.
- Challenges of Competitive Play (34:59-36:37):
- Players faced tough lists with new meta trends such as Custodes Dreadnought detachments and Gladius Task Force strategies.
- Venue and Organizational Improvements (43:09-45:03):
- Frontline Gaming received praise for significant upgrades to the event’s organization and infrastructure, making it more engaging for players.
- Event Winners and Notable Performances (45:03-46:54):
- Significant Emperor’s Children Updates (50:15-53:29):
- Discussion on the new Emperor’s Children units, including their unique troop choices and Lucius the Eternal’s updated model.
- Noise Marines seem to be moving to a heavy support role in the new codex.
- Social Aspects and Networking (57:11-58:56):
- The community aspect was highlighted, with players meeting notable figures such as Nurgle Matthew, an influential player in the scene.
This episode blends lore deep dives with humor and community engagement, highlighting both the Grimdark history of 40k and the camaraderie of its fandom.
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About the Author: Andrew Schrank
Andrew Schrank
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About Andrew Schrank: Over the past 15 years, Andrew has played all the games, including tabletop and video games, and immersed himself in the associated lore. Andrew joined the Spikey Bits team in 2018 and covers the Warhammer hobby and tournament scene, along with the latest in tabletop miniatures, each week.
Aspiring diplomat, Lord of Fluff, and Master of Ice Hammer, He loves Star Wars, Chaos Undivided, and Gundam. During his free time, he hunts Platinum trophies on PS5 and reads international news. On weekends, Andrew plays commander and cEDH games, often with unique strategies that push the limits.
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