Don’t miss the top Warhammer 40k army lists featuring Emperor’s Children, Chaos Daemons, and Necrons from Warhammer Open Edmonton.
Warhammer Open Edmonton 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: John Lennon – Emperor’s Children Army Lists
Perfection doesn’t wait. It strides in, shrieking guitar solos blasting from every bolter, and leaves scorched earth and broken egos behind.
Leading the tour were two Daemon Princes and the ever-dramatic Lucius the Eternal. These three didn’t just hit hard—they performed. Lucius, ever hungry for a duel, practically begged for characters to come say hello.
The Daemon Princes didn’t ask—they just flew in and started tearing.
Backing them up were two Lord Exultants and a Lord Kakophonist. The Exultants strutted across the battlefield like hype men for the Dark Prince, handing out buffs and charging into the thick of it.
The Kakophonist brought sonic authority, boosting the volume—and lethality—of ranged attacks until armor cracked under pressure.
Troop choices came in the form of Infractors and Tormentors. Two squads of each, marching forward with purpose, absorbing bullets, grabbing ground, and making just enough noise to keep opponents guessing.
Two Rhinos offered armored delivery service for whoever wanted to ride in style. Packed with threat or screening units, they moved fast and forced the tempo early.
The big stage presence came from the Maulerfiends. Two of them. Metal monsters of muscle and rage, stomping through terrain, drawing fire, and cracking armor like it owed them money.
Then came the real stars. Three units of Noise Marines. If the army was a concert, these guys were the encore, the headliner, and the pyrotechnics all in one.
When Noise Marines open up, the battlefield turns into a mosh pit.
2nd Place: Jake Chalmers – Chaos Daemons Army Lists
3rd Place: Jon McAfee – Necron Army Lists
Final Thoughts on Army Lists:
So there you have it at the Edmonton Open—Emperor’s Children rocked the stage with their showmanship, Chaos Daemons brought the unpredictable chaos, and Necrons? Well, they just unfazed everyone with their relentless persistence!
Each faction proved that distinct strengths can lead to victory in the competitive meta of Warhammer 40k.
If 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 models.
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