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SoCal Open 2024: Top Unbeatable 40k Tournament Army Lists

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Unlock victory with the top Warhammer 40k tournament army lists featuring Chaos Space Marines and Daemons from the SoCal Open 2024.

SoCal Open 2024: Top Unbeatable 40k Tournament Army Lists

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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 l ook 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.

SoCal Open 2024 top 8

Editor’s Note: This was a team event, so pairings may have been in a vacuum. Still, these are all meta lists and methodologies.

3rd Place: Arthur Tu – Chaos Space Marines

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2nd Place: Ryan Mead – Chaos Daemons

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1st Place: Jay Eggett – Chaos Space Marines

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Jay’s Chaos Space Marine list was led by a single Warpsmith for a solid body and some vehicle support. Troops are only a simple Cultist Mob to help soak wounds or sit on objectives. The first vehicles are two units of Chaos Bikers for some mobility and some meltas to help target enemy threats.

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Three Chaos Predators bring in some tanks for some extra AP ranged shots, while three Vindicators bring a tad more oomph in their shots. 

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Two Helbrutes and two Maulerfiends bring in slower armored threats each focusing in close range damage output.

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Two Venomcrawlers are the last units and come in as very point-efficient balanced models.

In conclusion, the top Warhammer 40k army lists from the SoCal Open 2024 showcased the tactical diversity and strategic prowess of the competing players. From the relentless assault of the Chaos Space Marines to the formidable presence of the Chaos Daemons, each list demonstrated unique strengths and innovative approaches to the game.

The performance of these armies serves as a testament to the ever-evolving nature of the competitive Warhammer 40k meta. Studying these winning army lists and their tactical synergies provides valuable insights for honing your strategic approach.

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About the Author: Andrew Schrank

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Andrew Schrank

Job Title: Miniatures & Warhammer Hobby Staff Writer

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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.

He believes each day presents a new opportunity to grow and be challenged.