firestorm40k Posted September 5, 2011 Share Posted September 5, 2011 what I have learnt from the weekend is at 1,750pts a player gets a serious amount of firepower, as most people just take their 1,500pts list and throw extra killy stuff instead of extra infantry etc. 1,750pts is such a different ball game I have found Rhinos just can't compete like they can at 1,500pts, so I will be changing my list somewhat and adding a Landraider to my planned list now. We live and learn eh! I guess when it comes to protecting Rhinos (and even other vehicles) I couldn’t do any better than how Meatman and James from BWG protected theirs: http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c274/firestorm40k/Kthulu%202011/P1070680.jpg http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c274/firestorm40k/Kthulu%202011/P1070704.jpg I don't play Chaos but I've always though Abbadon should be harder then a very hard thing that is hard :( thats why i "laugh" at the GK dex, lysander, calgar, abaddon, typhus.. all kids when compared to the previously unheard of draigo whats that about? Yeah, it’s a sad thing, although I don’t use Abaddon (I’ve struggled to find a reason to proxy him in my army’s background) he’s not the biggest, baddest character in gaming terms. In fact, he’s considered a bit of a joke; at our Bury St Edmunds gaming group, there’s a Chaos player who uses him, just for the sheer amusement of seeing him slay himself with his daemon weapon. Now that just strikes me as wrong. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alloyslayer Posted September 5, 2011 Share Posted September 5, 2011 i came in 7th place, same place as i got with my ultra's last year :D and i can see why firestorm40k walked away with the best painted army, they looked amazing! i only wish i saw them on the day Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
firestorm40k Posted September 6, 2011 Share Posted September 6, 2011 well deserved best army for you firestorm40k, I'll try and bring something less hated next time :mellow: i can see why firestorm40k walked away with the best painted army, they looked amazing! i only wish i saw them on the day Thanks very much gentlemen :) I was very pleased to win, I have put a lot of effort in to this army over the last few yeras; but there were other armies which were contenders for the award too - I think your Grey Knights were superb, you're clearly one of these painters who makes that standard of painting look easy! :P These pictures don't do the army justice, but they're the best that I got: http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c274/firestorm40k/Kthulu%202011/P1070727.jpg http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c274/firestorm40k/Kthulu%202011/P1070729.jpg http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c274/firestorm40k/Kthulu%202011/P1070786.jpg http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c274/firestorm40k/Kthulu%202011/P1070695.jpg Rory Snell had obviously put a lot of effort and commitment in to his Ultras too: http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c274/firestorm40k/Kthulu%202011/P1070722.jpg http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c274/firestorm40k/Kthulu%202011/P1070725.jpg I think that the biggest compliment I got for my army that day - other than the prize, of course! - was something Owen, the nice lad who won the wooden spoon, said to me. He was looking at them as I set my miniatures out and he said 'you can see the story in each one.' Now there speaks a lad who really gets what the hobby's about! ;) :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thantoes Posted September 6, 2011 Share Posted September 6, 2011 I came nowhere this year and that doesnt bother me. My army wasnt competative and while I would have liked to win I wasnt there to win. I went to have a good time and throw down with my gaming buddies of the last 3 years or so since I likely wont be seeing them again. I had a really good time and enjoyed all my battles. That close fought draw against the blood angels. Blowing away those 2 dreadknights and out manouvering a draigowing to claim my only victory of the day. My abysmal shooting vs the Black Templars and my tactical squads stubborn resistance vs the Angels Sanguine all made for a fun and interesting day. I have to say I was also chuffed that my army won a prize in the painting. It means I now have more torso's with nipples to embarres my marines :mellow: Again, many thanks to GC08 for organising and arranging the whole thing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RebG Posted September 6, 2011 Share Posted September 6, 2011 and my tactical squads stubborn resistance vs the Angels Sanguine It was a ridiculously stubborn Tac Squad! Not forgetting your close combat savvy devastator... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thantoes Posted September 7, 2011 Share Posted September 7, 2011 and my tactical squads stubborn resistance vs the Angels Sanguine It was a ridiculously stubborn Tac Squad! Not forgetting your close combat savvy devastator... Yip, lugging around a plasma cannon all day makes you big and strong. Plus he always eats all his greens :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greatcrusade08 Posted September 7, 2011 Author Share Posted September 7, 2011 Plus he always eats all his greens :) soylent greens :devil: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muzza Posted September 16, 2011 Share Posted September 16, 2011 Looks like a great time was had by all guys. Seeing how much fun this event is really makes me think about coming back to the hobby (and finally learning to play). Some great painted armies, and well done to all who took part. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greatcrusade08 Posted September 16, 2011 Author Share Posted September 16, 2011 Looks like a great time was had by all guys. Seeing how much fun this event is really makes me think about coming back to the hobby (and finally learning to play). Some great painted armies, and well done to all who took part. your not far from me, if you ever want a game, just let me know :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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