Learn to Play the Death Guard with Confidence

Whether you’re commanding the relentless forces of the Death Guard or preparing to stand firm against their unyielding advance, the Death Guard How to Play Course provides everything you need to wield this resilient faction with clarity and control. This course goes beyond raw durability—it’s about understanding the subtle tactics of attrition, minimising mistakes, and making strategic decisions that maximise your staying power. By the end, you’ll know how to leverage the Death Guard’s unique strengths on the tabletop, whether you’re grinding down your opponent or holding key objectives with stubborn resolve.

What You’ll Learn

Playing Death Guard Module

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

• Army Rules & Tabletop Management – Understand the Death Guard’s signature rules like Disgustingly Resilient and contagions, and how to manage their durability and damage output turn by turn.

• Unit Roles & List Building – Learn how each unit supports your strategy, from durable infantry to devastating plague marines and slow but deadly monsters. Build lists that balance attrition, board control, and firepower.

• Deployment Guide – General advice on positioning your forces to absorb enemy attacks, control objectives, and apply pressure effectively without overcommitting.

• Faction SWOT Analysis – Explore the Strengths (resilience, strong melee and ranged), Weaknesses (slow speed, vulnerability to psychic denial), Opportunities for creative builds, and Threats you’ll need to counter.

• Playing Against Death Guard – Learn what to prioritise when facing them—how to overcome their durability, disrupt their advances, and capitalise on their weaknesses.

Detachment Modules

Each detachment has its own dedicated module with three core lessons:

• Detachment Rules & Synergy – A detailed breakdown of detachment-specific rules, key unit combos, and the playstyle it encourages. We assess how to use it effectively in both competitive and thematic contexts.

• Example Army List – A tried-and-tested Death Guard list demonstrating ideal unit choices and tactical flow, with advice on adapting to your local meta.

• Tactical Detachment Strategies – Gameplay footage and scenarios showing how to execute core tactics, from slow advances and attrition to timing your deadly strikes.

Why Choose This Course?

This course is designed to help you play with confidence and precision. Whether commanding the Death Guard or facing them, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of their unique mechanics and tactical options. Our goal is to reduce errors, clarify decision-making, and enhance your enjoyment of the game—win or lose.

Expand Your Tactical Knowledge with the Full How to Play Series

Gain lifetime access to the Vanguard Tactics How to Play Series for just $299. This includes over $800 worth of detailed faction guides, tactical insights, counterplay lessons, and constant updates with every new Codex release. Stay ahead of the meta and improve your play across every army.

Join today and elevate your game.

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

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