I love tournaments. I think they’re a really fun way to play Warhammer 40,000, and for a lot of people, playing in a tournament is a great way to become part of a community of players.

Tournaments are a lot of fun. Or at least they should be. They can also be intimidating and give people anxiety. Entering your first major tournament can feel like jumping into the deep end.

That’s why we came up with My First Tournament. It’s our way to help people get over that barrier of intimidation and anxiety and ease into the shallow end of the tournament pool, while still offering a genuine, multi-day tournament experience at a major event. I want to give people their first tournament experience in a stress-free and welcoming environment as a gateway to the exciting world that is the Warhammer 40,000 tournament scene.

We held our debut My First Tournament event at Las Vegas Open last year, welcoming 22 players to the tournament scene, and I’m so proud to say that it was a huge success. But d...

The Vanguard Tactics team took Beachhead by storm, reaching the #1 ranking in multiple categories at the Warhammer 40,000 Beachhead Brawl at Beachhead 2026.

Ross Tully won the Beachhead ITC with a 6-0 record, while Stephen Box placed second, also with a 6-0 record. With the result, Stephen ascended to the #1 overall worldwide ranking.

Multiple Vanguard Tactics team members are now the #1 ranked player in their faction. In addition to Stephen's #1 ranking for Deathwatch, Lee Page's 5-1 10th-place finish earned him the global #1 position for Death Guard, and Jordan Checkley's 4-2 26th place finish elevated him to the #1 global ranking for Blood Angels. 

After their success at the Beachhead Brawl ITC Super Major, Vanguard Tactics is also the #1 ranked team in the world.

The Vanguard Tactics team was well represented at the 212-player event, with Kobe Walters also going 5-1 and finishing 17th, while Jake Harding went 3-3 and finished 69th. Nice.

Here are the full results for the Vangu...

VANGUARD TACTICS WORKSHOP 

AT THE LONDON GRAND TOURNAMENT

Your Gateway to Warhammer 40k Confidence and Success

Are you feeling nervous about attending a big event like the London Grand Tournament (LGT)? Maybe it’s your first tournament, and you’re not sure what to expect. Or perhaps you’ve been out of the game for a while and feel rusty.

If that sounds like you, you’re not alone! The Vanguard Tactics Workshop is here to help you step into LGT with confidence, knowledge, and a solid game plan.

Why This Workshop is Perfect for You

Overcoming First-Time Jitters

A major event like the LGT can feel overwhelming. Questions like:

• What should I bring?
• How do I prepare for my games?
• What if my opponent knows the rules better than me?

These are common concerns, and this workshop is designed to eliminate those fears. By the end of the session, you’ll feel calm, confident, and tournament-ready.

Getting Back Into the Game

Whether you’re returning after a break or still adjusting ...

Dark Angels vs Blood Angels: Warhammer 40K 2000pts Battle Report!

Two new incredible models hit the battlefield in this clash of angels.

In this 2000pt Warhammer 40k battle report, Stephen puts his beautifully painted Dante on the battlefield with a brutal Blood Angels force featuring some fan favourites. Jord arrives on the channel in his debut stream game with the mighty Lion'el Johnson and the inner circle under his command. Expect some intense melee and heroic combats!

Our VT battle reports bring a blend of entertainment and education. So if you are looking for an interactive Warhammer 40k coaching game, this will be perfect for you.

For this Warhammer 40k 9th edition battle report we will be using 2000 point strike force armies along with the Games Workshop Warzone Arks of Omen: Grand Tournament mission pack.

In this Warhammer 40,000 battle report, we talk through the Dark Angels and Blood Angels army lists and the secondary objectives that work well for them. 

We show y...

T'au Empire vs Custodes: Warhammer 40K 2000pts Battle Report! Arks of Omen

(Jake has sadly fallen ill and can't make the stream so Chris will be stepping in with his Custodes!)

In this 2000pt Warhammer 40k battle report, Mike leads a sphere expansion with Shadowsun at the forefront! Chris comes in to save the day just like his Custodes normally do!

Check out the beautifully painted T'au Army from @SiegeStudios in action with Mike's unique take on a T'au Empire force! Meanwhile the Custodes finally return in Arks of Omen with the chiseled custodian features of Chris to lead them. 

Our VT battle reports bring a blend of entertainment and education. So if you are looking for an interactive Warhammer 40k coaching game, this will be perfect for you.

For this Warhammer 40k 9th edition battle report we will be using 2000 point strike force armies along with the Games Workshop Warzone Arks of Omen: Grand Tournament mission pack.

In this Warhammer 40,000 battle report, we talk throu...

Craftworlds vs Grey Knights: Warhammer 40K 2000pts Battle Report! Arks of Omen

In this 2000pt Warhammer 40k battle report Stephen's Craftworlds army clashes once again with Chris' Grey Knights!

Stephen shows off his beautiful  @SiegeStudios  Craftworlds force led by the stunning Avatar of Khaine and sporting a host of new Aspect Warriors! Chris returns to the channel after doing his part and the Grey Knights are back with an Arks of Omen build with a heavy Dreadknight presence!

Our VT battle reports bring a blend of entertainment and education. So if you are looking for an interactive Warhammer 40k coaching game, this will be perfect for you.

For this Warhammer 40k 9th edition battle report we will be using 2000 point strike force armies along with the Games Workshop Warzone Arks of Omen: Grand Tournament mission pack.

In this Warhammer 40,000 battle report, we talk through the Craftworlds and Grey Knights army lists and the secondary objectives that work well for them. We...

Necrons vs Drukhari: Warhammer 40K 2000pts Battle Report! Arks of Omen

In this 2000pt Warhammer 40k battle report Stephen returns as the Silent King from his self exile (or holiday depending on your point of view) with a host of Necrons! Archon Jake brings back his most successful stream army, the Drukhari for a brutal battle!

Our VT battle reports bring a blend of entertainment and education. So if you are looking for an interactive Warhammer 40k coaching game, this will be perfect for you.

For this Warhammer 40k 9th edition battle report we will be using 2000 point strike force armies along with the Games Workshop Warzone Arks of Omen: Grand Tournament mission pack.

In this Warhammer 40,000 battle report, we talk through the Necrons and Drukhari army lists and the secondary objectives that work well for them. We show you the armies, the mission, the deployment, turn by turn analysis, and the end of the turn and game coaching round-up.

Head to The Outpost to bolster your force...

Astra Militarum vs Tyranids: Warhammer 40K 2000pts Battle Report! Arks of Omen

In this 2000pt Warhammer 40k battle report the Astra Militarum take on Hive Fleet Hydra. Would you like to know more??

Chris returns to the studio with a nasty Born Soldiers build ready for an event. Mike brings back the Hydra Tyranids in the hopes that he can overpower the plucky Imperial Guard with numbers! This will be an epic game with two very capable armies!!!

Our VT battle reports bring a blend of entertainment and education. So if you are looking for an interactive Warhammer 40k coaching game, this will be perfect for you.

For this Warhammer 40k 9th edition battle report we will be using 2000 point strike force armies along with the Games Workshop Warzone Arks of Omen: Grand Tournament mission pack.

In this Warhammer 40,000 battle report, we talk through the Astra Militarum and Tyranids army lists and the secondary objectives that work well for them. We show you the armies, the mission, ...

*New* World Eaters vs Harlequins: Warhammer 40K 2000pts Battle Report! Arks of Omen.

In this 2000pt Warhammer 40k battle report the World Eaters face the Harlequins in a battle of berzerk rage and deadly finesse! Stephen shows us another take on the World Eaters with Angron watching from the sidelines! Jake steps up with the Harlequins and the Dark Saedeth!! There will be plenty of coaching and learning moments as Stephen guides Jake where needed with his old flame!

Our VT battle reports bring a blend of entertainment and education. So if you are looking for an interactive Warhammer 40k coaching game, this will be perfect for you.

For this Warhammer 40k 9th edition battle report we will be using 2000 point strike force armies along with the Games Workshop Warzone Arks of Omen: Grand Tournament mission pack.

In this Warhammer 40,000 battle report, we talk through the World Eaters and Harlequins army lists and the secondary objectives that work well for them.

We show you the arm...

Chaos Knights vs Space Marines: Warhammer 40K 2000pts Battle Report! Arks of Omen.

In this 2000pt Warhammer 40k battle report the Space Marines face the Chaos Knights in an epic battle! Can Calgar reclaim this sector from the towering behemoths of the Chaos Knights? Jake commands some Ultramarines heavy armour and Mike brings a more War Dog heavy list than usual!

Our VT battle reports bring a blend of entertainment and education. So if you are looking for an interactive Warhammer 40k coaching game, this will be perfect for you.

For this Warhammer 40k 9th edition battle report we will be using 2000 point strike force armies along with the Games Workshop Warzone Arks of Omen: Grand Tournament mission pack.

In this Warhammer 40,000 battle report, we talk through the Ultramarines and Chaos Knights army lists and the secondary objectives that work well for them.

We show you the armies, the mission, the deployment, turn by turn analysis, and the end of the turn and game coaching ...