tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-861855339259251932Fri, 27 Jan 2012 14:11:07 +0000X vs YBlood AngelsCities of DeathImperial GuardSkavenDilemma of the DayHobby ArticlesWar on the InternetUltramarinesUrban gaming boardOrksArmy ProfilesProject PrimarchSisters of BattleDark AngelsWarhammer FantasyMan Dollies TournamentTyranidsTacticaJ4ck_Fr0stSpace WolvesRage of the DayI Want One of the DayMy army listsCustom 40k MissionsProjectsFluffSalamandersCampaigns40kNewsIron WarriorsPlanetstrikeChaos Space MarinesSpace MarinesLol of the dayEldarApocalypseDark EldarGames DayI Don't Care of the DayRealm of Battle BoardMy Army PicturesWitch HuntersNovel ReviewsWarmachineNecronsBeastmenCool pic of the dayWhite DwarfRantsBlack TemplarsDiscussion'Ard BoyzhobbySpearheadGrey KnightsDaemonsThrone of Blades tournamentLiteratureInitiative 1 PodcastImperial FistsBattle ReportsUK Games Expo 40k TournamentDaemonhuntersX-Box 360TauSilver Sorcerer TournamentHigh ElvesWarp MessageArmy ListsWarhammer 40k blog for the hobby gamer.http://www.imperiusdominatus.com/noreply@blogger.com (Mercer)Blogger1316125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-861855339259251932.post-6500676220678820875Fri, 27 Jan 2012 14:09:00 +00002012-01-27T14:09:17.405ZBattle ReportsNecronsTauGot a game in last night with Poddy at Powerfist gaming. This is Poddy's first time against Necrons so I'll give him a run down on what's what and give him any help if needed, though usually he refuses as he's so money super market! Necrons - 2,000 points HQ Overlord w/ Catacomb Command Barge - warscythe, mindshackle scarabs & sempiternal weave Royal Court - 3 x Crypteks w/ - harbinger of http://www.imperiusdominatus.com/2012/01/battle-report-necrons-vs-tau-2000.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mercer)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-861855339259251932.post-5382914869592490817Fri, 27 Jan 2012 11:34:00 +00002012-01-27T11:34:41.024ZNewsNecrons Look like silly giant ass insects to me...if you like them then you can find more info herehttp://www.imperiusdominatus.com/2012/01/news-forge-world-necron-scarab-swarm.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mercer)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-861855339259251932.post-6157964608812482886Fri, 27 Jan 2012 11:03:00 +00002012-01-27T11:03:26.925ZNewsA copy and paste. This comes courtesy of Beasts of War: The 40K Heretics Rulebook is Real… Only it’s Not! Yes… you heard that correctly. After a lot of digging and snooping around the inside of the great citadel (or should that be Citadel) that is Games Workshop, we have some very interesting news about the so-called Heretics 40K Rulebook… or the 6th Edition Leak for those with little http://www.imperiusdominatus.com/2012/01/news-bow-info-on-40k-6th-ed-rules.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mercer)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-861855339259251932.post-2629801177129686279Thu, 26 Jan 2012 22:27:00 +00002012-01-26T22:32:08.102ZEldarhobby Just a quick hobby update, my scratch built Autarch is about 70% finished, he is down an arm as I have no superglue. Hopefully tomorrow I will tidy up his eyes/face mask and put final highlights on the jewels, cloth and weaponry and get him based. This is actually quick painting for me lol.http://www.imperiusdominatus.com/2012/01/hobby-update-autarch-again.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Metallicarule)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-861855339259251932.post-3802267804419583275Thu, 26 Jan 2012 14:37:00 +00002012-01-26T14:49:29.882ZTyranidsArmy ProfilesArmy Lists Slight revamp of my Tyranid list- C&C welcome! HQ- 255 points Hive Tyrant w/Lash whip, Bonesword, ScyTals 1 Tyrant Guard Elites- 300 points x2 Hive Guard x2 Hive Guard x2 Hive Guard Troops- 813 points x2 Tervigons w/Toxin Sacs, Adrenal Glands, Catalyst x10 Termagaunts x10 Termagaunts x10 Genestealers w/Toxin Sacs x9 Genestealers w/Toxin Sacs Heavy Support- 630 pointshttp://www.imperiusdominatus.com/2012/01/army-list-review-2000-points-tyranids.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (OIF Knight)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-861855339259251932.post-5708682602564366025Thu, 26 Jan 2012 13:41:00 +00002012-01-26T14:08:13.035Z Fluff, I hate you right now! At this moment fluff is seriously hampering my choice of new army and that's why I hate it, let me explain. I have always picked my armies based on fluff, not because I have to have a fluffy list but because I like to enjoy the background of the race and this is where my problem lies. I've tried reading the following codex's: Space Marines, Space Wolves, Blood http://www.imperiusdominatus.com/2012/01/dammit-of-day-fluff.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Metallicarule)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-861855339259251932.post-1411793653125385478Thu, 26 Jan 2012 12:11:00 +00002012-01-26T12:13:06.353ZOrks Well it's the end of a era. I've sold my Orks. They've sat on the shelf for too long unplayed and unloved. Last time I played them was September and the time before that was August. In a way I am sad to see them go as I started collecting Orks since 2008, the army has change much since then. I've ran my Orks in the three common builds; Greentide, Battlewagon Rush and Kan Wall. Greentide wasn't http://www.imperiusdominatus.com/2012/01/discussion-love-affair-with-orks-is.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mercer)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-861855339259251932.post-3464138641800538672Tue, 24 Jan 2012 21:09:00 +00002012-01-24T21:16:53.544ZEldarRage of the Day Seriously, this is probably why its taking me forever to get my Eldar finished! Why the Eldar have to have so many stupid gems I will never know. They truly are the blinged up chavs of the 40k universe...I hate painting spirit stones and gems :(http://www.imperiusdominatus.com/2012/01/rage-of-day-spirit-stones.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Metallicarule)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-861855339259251932.post-8179337490570008455Tue, 24 Jan 2012 12:20:00 +00002012-01-24T12:20:03.538Zhobby I've had this post sitting as a draft for about a week. I thought now is the best time to post it as it can follow on from Metallicarule's custom Autarch WIP which can be found here. DIY What I want to discuss is what you prefer in the hobby; DIY (do it yourself) or BIY (buy it yourself). The linked post above is a good example and is also something I do. Single models like HQs can be http://www.imperiusdominatus.com/2012/01/hobby-diy-or-biy.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mercer)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-861855339259251932.post-4987067803800508159Mon, 23 Jan 2012 22:17:00 +00002012-01-23T22:27:26.411ZEldarhobby Well shit the bed! I've done some hobby :D I've recently changed my list and it now incorporates an Autarch with a Fusion Gun, I had a look at the GW Autarch miniatures and the only one in the shop was a finecast one. I had two choices, buy the finecast one and chop it up into what I needed or have a look in my bits box. As you can see I searched my bits box and I'm glad I did :) This is http://www.imperiusdominatus.com/2012/01/hobby-update-autarch.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Metallicarule)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-861855339259251932.post-6962686361090473622Mon, 23 Jan 2012 14:36:00 +00002012-01-23T14:36:13.815ZSpace MarinesTactica I like Scouts, always have. They seemed to be even cooler in Warhammer 40,000 Dawn of War video game. I think Scouts are actually over looked in the favour of more tougher Space Marine troops. I think it's time to take a more indepth look at the young bloods of the chapter. Btw, I will be looking at Blood Angels Scouts as that's what Space Marine codex I use ;) Boys wanting to be men The http://www.imperiusdominatus.com/2012/01/tactica-space-marine-scouts.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mercer)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-861855339259251932.post-3059096624894598608Mon, 23 Jan 2012 12:45:00 +00002012-01-23T12:45:22.571ZRage of the Day Something what seriously annoys me is armchair generals. In case you don't know, these are people who play limited games of 40k, yet advise people of tactics etc. What annoys me more is armchair generals who don't know the rules they are talking about or don't play/know the army they are talking about. Theory is good, but it will only get you some where. Practice makes perfect they say, and it'shttp://www.imperiusdominatus.com/2012/01/rage-of-day-armchair-generals.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mercer)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-861855339259251932.post-4114554605824212402Mon, 23 Jan 2012 12:34:00 +00002012-01-23T12:34:18.200Z Well, that's the domain name renewed for another year :)http://www.imperiusdominatus.com/2012/01/domain-renewed.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mercer)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-861855339259251932.post-2725462505385036618Fri, 20 Jan 2012 14:22:00 +00002012-01-23T12:34:44.484ZBattle ReportsImperial GuardNecronsGot a game in last night with Paul. He won the tournament I went to back in November and also he gave me my only loss in the tournament. He is using the more or less same I.G list (extra 250 points as tournie was 1,750) so I know it's going to be a tough list. Never played against mech Guard with my 'Crons, it will be interesting. I am trying gauss blasters on my Immortals tonight. The tesla http://www.imperiusdominatus.com/2012/01/battle-report-necrons-vs-imperial-guard.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mercer)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-861855339259251932.post-8002471259706272535Thu, 19 Jan 2012 15:55:00 +00002012-01-19T15:55:06.534ZNecronshobbyGot two Triarch Stalkers painted up and double washed yesterday, they look a bit old and dated :). Swarm of Canoptek Scarabs done too. Painted most of the tank parts yellow as it contrasts nicely with the chainmail silver of the Scarabs. Taking these babies for a whirl tonight, will report in tomorrow ;) http://www.imperiusdominatus.com/2012/01/hobby-finished-necron-triarch-stalker.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mercer)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-861855339259251932.post-8295303165159214693Thu, 19 Jan 2012 12:52:00 +00002012-01-19T12:52:31.811ZBattle ReportsDark EldarTauReport from my game with Poddy on Tuesday. Poddy is getting better each game, though yet to score his first win. I've given him some tips on how to beat my Dark Eldar, I hope he get can his first win thise game :). Dark Eldar "Kabal of a Thousand Cuts" - 2,000 points HQ Baron Sathonyx Elite 4 x Kabalite Trueborn w/ Venom - 4 x blasters - Venom w/ splinter cannon 4 x Kabalite Trueborn w/http://www.imperiusdominatus.com/2012/01/battle-report-dark-eldar-vs-tau-2000.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mercer)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-861855339259251932.post-8974957512867449102Tue, 17 Jan 2012 12:47:00 +00002012-01-17T12:47:26.766ZTyranidsOrksBlood AngelsChaos Space MarinesDark EldarUltramarinesMy army listsImperial FistsIron WarriorsHere's my army lists, past and present and some notes to go along with them. It's mostly to show you guys that I do (sort of know) what I am talking about. If you like any of the lists then feel free to rip them off and make changes as needed, just be kind and say it's either my list or you've based it off my list ;) Orks "Kan Wall" - 2,000 points Orks were my fourth army in 40k. I got into http://www.imperiusdominatus.com/2012/01/my-army-lists.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mercer)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-861855339259251932.post-5372588791060404802Tue, 17 Jan 2012 12:26:00 +00002012-01-17T12:26:44.215ZDiscussionI got the below from BoLS as I cannot be bothered to look at the FAQs myself because I am lazy. Thanks Kirby! The post can be found here. Necrons The Scarab conga line (and potential to do so with Ghost Ark's repair Barge) has been given a nice swift kick in the butt. There are still tactical applications in being able to extend a unit's influence by 2" (coherency) plus base width but not brainhttp://www.imperiusdominatus.com/2012/01/discussion-40k-faqs-summary.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mercer)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-861855339259251932.post-8091504049114425069Tue, 17 Jan 2012 12:13:00 +00002012-01-17T12:13:00.291ZDiscussion The famous train from the Apocalypse book is been sold off for a bargain £1,603!. You can see the details here On another note, I personally wouldn't pay £1,600 for a plastic model - not even a one off one. I wouldn't pay this because a. I don't have the money and b. I don't value the model to be worth that and c. it's not worth it!. However, as always, things are worth how much someone is http://www.imperiusdominatus.com/2012/01/discussion-apocalypse-train-for-sale.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mercer)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-861855339259251932.post-5546010790177520178Mon, 16 Jan 2012 13:23:00 +00002012-01-16T13:25:50.798ZNewsNecronsNecron codex FAQ here Haven't had a good look at it yet. Though I see some answers to the Cryptek wargear and joining squad questions. You will also find that many other FAQs have been updated today also. Q: Can a Royal Court contain Crypteks from different Harbingers? (p90) A: Yes. Q: If a Royal Court contains more than one Cryptek from the same Harbinger, will they all have the weaponhttp://www.imperiusdominatus.com/2012/01/news-necron-codex-faq-now-out.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mercer)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-861855339259251932.post-5645060068960581435Mon, 16 Jan 2012 12:28:00 +00002012-01-16T12:28:36.834ZX vs YNecrons I run a small unit of Necron Immortals in my army. Their purpose is to claim objectives and nothing more. When I take units in my army I want them to have some offensive output instead of sitting there all game doing nothing. Originally I put tesla carbines on my Immortals, now I am having second thoughts. I think it's time for a deeper look. Tesla carbines Tesla carbine is S5 and like all http://www.imperiusdominatus.com/2012/01/x-vs-y-necron-tesla-carbines-or-gauss.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mercer)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-861855339259251932.post-121365262182542451Sat, 14 Jan 2012 01:38:00 +00002012-01-14T03:36:55.543ZBattle ReportsBlood AngelsChaos Space Marines Got a test game in tonight with my roommate's Chaos Space Marine army. This will be my 3rd game playing with the Wing Striker (thanks Mercer)Blood Angels "Wing Striker" - 2,000 points HQ Librarian - shield of sanguinus & unleash rage Librarian - shield of sanguinus & unleash rage Honour Guard w/ Razorback - 2 x flamers - Razorback w/ lascannon & twin-linked plasma gun Honour Guard w/ http://www.imperiusdominatus.com/2012/01/battle-report-blood-angels-vs-chaos_14.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (OIF Knight)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-861855339259251932.post-3122121071873451195Fri, 13 Jan 2012 14:23:00 +00002012-01-13T14:23:23.514ZBattle ReportsBlood AngelsDark EldarPowerfist Gaming last night, played against Jackson and his Dark Eldar. Let the rumble in the jungle begin. Btw - not pictures as it's proxy and counts as mayhem on my part, Orks used for one Assault Marine unit, Scouts and Devastators. Rest are Blood Angels minus jump packs. Blood Angels "The Red Fleas" - 2,000 points HQ Librarian - jump pack, shield of sanguinus & unleash rage Librarian http://www.imperiusdominatus.com/2012/01/battle-report-blood-angels-vs-dark.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mercer)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-861855339259251932.post-3647336776577833402Thu, 12 Jan 2012 15:44:00 +00002012-01-12T15:44:39.560ZSpace MarinesSpace WolvesArmy Lists This list is for my mate Shaun, so if you're expecting a cool and different funky list you maybe disappointed. This is just a typical Rhino Rush list with Long Fang and Typhoon support. Building the list Shaun has tried quite a few Space Wolves lists over the weeks. I think the best one was the one I suggested, which was Razorspam. I think Shaun was put off this list for two reasons, the firsthttp://www.imperiusdominatus.com/2012/01/army-lists-space-wolves-rhino-rush-2000.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mercer)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-861855339259251932.post-5089947467459028992Thu, 12 Jan 2012 11:21:00 +00002012-01-12T11:21:47.821ZNewsGot this info about the 6th ed leak. It was done on a home edition of the program that GW use the professional version of, this version was 1.5 vs the 1.6 that GW use for all their other (older) published files. The files origin is Glasgow not Lenton unlike all their published files and the file author is named Robert Smithe, not GWPLC like all their other published files. What you guys think http://www.imperiusdominatus.com/2012/01/proof-that-leaked-6th-rules-are-fake.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mercer)