Unlock victory with the top 40k tournament army lists featuring Death Guard, Astra Militarum, and World Eaters from the Danish Open.
The Danish 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: Nicklas Schmidt – Death Guard Army Lists
At the Danish Open, Nicklas didn’t bring finesse. He brought filth, fungi, and enough rot to make a Nurgling blush.
The army was led by a Biologus Putrifier and a Malignant Plaguecaster. Buffs, spells, and plenty of bile.
Then came the real threats: a Daemon Prince, Lord of Contagion, and Lord of Virulence. Each one slow, angry, and armed to the teeth.
A single unit of Plague Marines gave him a solid mid-field anchor. They rolled up in a Chaos Rhino. No frills, just get in, drive forward, and park somewhere inconvenient.
Two Chaos Spawn filled out the points. Weird, gross, and surprisingly hard to kill. Then came the blenders—two units of Deathshroud Terminators. Thick armor, massive scythes, and zero interest in your plans.
Three Bloat Drones zipped across the field. They brought speed and mid-range firepower. Also, buzzsaws. Never forget the buzzsaws.
Next, two Blight-haulers followed close behind. They have decent guns and are just tanky enough to draw fire. Three units of Poxwalkers brought the final flavor: disposable, infectious, and excellent at standing in the way.
This army didn’t race. It crept. It clogged lanes. It made opponents work for every inch.
Nicklas didn’t outpace his foes. He wore them down, rotted their momentum, and claimed the table one cough at a time.
2nd Place: Johan Toftvad – Astra Militarum / Imperial Guard Army Lists
3rd Place: Jesper Grytter – World Eaters Army Lists
Final Thoughts on Army Lists
The Danish Open showcased a fierce competition among the Death Guard, Astra Militarum, and World Eaters, each bringing unique strategies to the forefront. Whether through the relentless decay of Nurgle’s forces, the disciplined might of the Imperial Guard, or the brutal assault tactics of the World Eaters, these factions demonstrated the depth and variety of Warhammer 40k gameplay.
If you’re eyeing that podium yourself, steal some ideas, mix in your own flavor, and remember: dice may be fickle, but good lists and smarter plays stack the odds your way.
Looking at these winning army lists and how their tactics work together can really give you some great insights for improving your own strategy. It’s a smart way to up your game!
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