Lecture Notes on the New 40k Update

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Introduction to the Update Discussion

• Focus on biggest winners and losers in the recent 40k update.
• Changes discussed include balance slate, core rules, codex FAQ changes, and game presentations.

Highlighted Games and Content

• New Blood Angels vs. Biosanctic GSC match-up was intense and a crowd favorite.
• Released two new battle reports in the War Room.
  • Vanguard Ultramarines vs. Thousand Suns.
  • New Aldari vs. CSM match-up.
• Upcoming content includes State of the Factions for every army.

Discussion on Faction Changes

Adeptus Sororitas (Sisters of Battle)

• Significant points increase (around 185 points).
• Triumph is a critical model, with implications for overall strategy.
• Despite nerfs, still expected to remain competitive.
• Comparison: They were overperforming before, and now they are more balanced.

Black Templars

• Notable points increase (220+ points for key lists).
• Sword Brethren units remain competitive, but overall a net loss.
• Potential pivot towards building around other characters and units.

Death Guard

• Overall positive changes, including point reductions.
• New stratagems work better under updated rules.
• Mortarion point drop makes him more viable.

Grey Knights

• Stability in performance; did not take major hits.
• Still competitive with key units remaining unchanged.

Thousand Suns

• Major point increases leading to more difficult match-ups.
• Internal balance has shifted, making it harder to maintain previous effectiveness.

Space Marines (Codex)

• Points increase across various units leading to a loser classification.
• Significant units have become too expensive to run effectively.

Votan

• Mostly side grade changes; some units gained while others went up.
• Overall stability in performance.

Tyranids

• Gained major advantages from meta shifts and their previous positioning.
• Overall classification as winners after the update.

Necrons

• Changes in points but overall balance maintained with key units.
• Some slight nerfs but remains an engaging army.

Notable Mentions

• Exorcists: Significant interest and competitive viability.
• Strategies for World Eaters and Custodes mentioned.
• General strategies for various armies discussed, including tips on composition.

Conclusion

• Importance of adaptability in the current meta.
• Encouragement to explore new builds and strategies with updated factions.
• Overall excitement for the competitive scene and future content.

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Action Items:

• Check out The War Room for exclusive content.
• Engage with the community for discussions on strategies and updates.