Imperial Guard, Necrons, and Dark Angels topped the Texas Open; here are the best Warhammer 40k army lists from the event!
Warhammer 40k: Top Unbeatable Army Lists at the Texas Open
The tournament is over, and now we can look at which lists managed to secure a place at the top! Check out what these winners brought in their armies with our commentary on their selections. Thanks to Best Coast Pairings, we can look back at the event as if we were all there ourselves. Click this special promo link to save $20 on a year’s subscription to BCP.
3rd Place: Scott Cairns – Astra Militarum
2nd Place: Justin Moore – Necrons
1st Place: Cam Hawkins – Dark Angels
A Biologis-led Cam’s Dark Angels for an Ob Sec buff and Lethal Hits, Azrael brings Sustained Hits and CP generation, while a Judiciar is a cheap model that can help hunt down enemy characters. Straight into transports, there are two Impulsors to help protect a unit and provide some decent shots and mobility throughout the game.
Two units of Assault Intercessors with Jump Packs bring in some dedicated fast close-range models, while two units of Deathwing Knights are fantastic melee terminators.
An Eradicator Squad brings some long-range snipers, while two units of Inner Circle Companions act as even more melee threats, while Ravenwing Black Knights bring are very mobile.
A Repulsor is the final long-range option in the list, which then closes out on two units of Scouts to round out points and bring some pretty good mobility and, in turn, utility thanks to their redeploy.
And there you have it, folks! The Texas Open showcased some top-tier Warhammer 40k action, and these army lists certainly did not disappoint. From Astra Militarum to Necrons and Dark Angels, these lists bring a whole lot of firepower and tactical prowess to the battlefield. Whether you’re a tabletop veteran or a fresh recruit to the Warhammer universe, there’s something to learn and appreciate from these high-caliber army compositions.
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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.
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