Learn to Play the Tyranids with Confidence

Whether you’re unleashing the alien might of the Tyranids or preparing to survive their onslaught, the Tyranids How to Play Course gives you everything you need to command this unique and evolving faction with clarity and control. This course goes far beyond simple aggression—it’s about understanding the ebb and flow of the swarm, minimising mistakes, and making tactical decisions that let you dictate the pace of the game. By the end, you’ll know how to get the most from your hive mind on the tabletop, whether you’re overwhelming your opponent with brute force or striking with surgical precision.

What You’ll Learn

Playing Tyranids Module

A foundational guide to mastering the army’s core mechanics and battlefield identity:

• Army Rules & Tabletop Management – Learn how to manage key Tyranid rules like Synapse, Instinctive Behaviour, and Synaptic Imperatives, ensuring your army functions efficiently across every phase.

• Unit Roles & List Building – Explore how to build lists that synergise monsters, psykers, and swarms. Understand the roles of each unit type and how to tailor your force for pressure, resilience, or disruption.

• Deployment Guide – General advice on spreading your influence across the board, staging charges, protecting synapse links, and applying pressure without overcommitting.

• Faction SWOT Analysis – Dive into the Strengths (board control, layered threats), Weaknesses (reliance on synapse, vulnerable to alpha strikes), Opportunities for adaptive play, and Threats to your key pieces.

• Playing Against Tyranids – Understand what your opponent needs to do—how to counter the swarm, isolate units, and survive layered threat saturation.

Detachment Modules

Each detachment includes a dedicated module with three core lessons:

• Detachment Rules & Synergy – A full breakdown of each detachment’s unique mechanics, key unit pairings, and supported playstyle. We explore how to run them effectively both competitively and thematically.

• Example Army List – A tried-and-tested Tyranid list tailored to the detachment’s strengths, with detailed commentary on choices and adaptability to various metas.

• Tactical Detachment Strategies – Gameplay clips or scenario-based teaching showing how to apply pressure, control tempo, and coordinate key turns for maximum impact.

Why Choose This Course?

This course is built to help you play the Tyranids with confidence and clarity. Whether you’re leading the swarm or preparing to fight against it, you’ll gain deep insight into the faction’s strengths, weaknesses, and tactical nuances. Our aim is to help you reduce mistakes, improve consistency, and enjoy your games—whatever the outcome.

Expand Your Tactical Knowledge with the Full How to Play Series

Get lifetime access to the Vanguard Tactics How to Play Series for just $299. This includes over $800 worth of detailed faction guides, tactical lessons, counterplay strategies, and regular updates as Codexes evolve. Stay ahead of the meta and sharpen your play across every army.

Join today and evolve your game.

What Happens Next?
After purchase, you’ll receive an email with your login details and immediate access to the Tyranids How to Play Course. Learn at your own pace with full lifetime access to all current and future updates.

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