The Vanguard Tactics Podcast: A Warhammer Podcast

The Telford Doubles is up next, as Jord and Steve take a closer look at one of the UK's Warhammer 40,000 doubles events, part of Games Workshop's National Tournament Series. With a different format comes a different approach, and preparing for a doubles event requires more than simply bringing two strong armies.
In this episode, we break down the Telford Doubles tournament pack, exploring the rules, missions and event structure that will shape the competition. We discuss what makes doubles Warhammer 40,000 different from a traditional singles event, from coordinating with your teammate to adapting your game plan around two armies working together.
We also dive into the differences in list building and tournament mindset, looking at how to build complementary forces, create powerful synergies and make sure both players contribute to a shared strategy. From army selection and battlefield roles to communication and decision-making during games, we explore what it takes to succeed as a team rather than as an individual.
With the Telford Doubles on the horizon, it's time to get to grips with the format, refine our approach and prepare for the unique challenges of competitive doubles Warhammer 40,000.
The road to Telford starts here.

The London Grand Tournament is over, and now it's time to look back at one of the biggest Warhammer 40,000 events in the world. After weeks of preparation, practice games and planning, Jord and Steve finally put everything to the test on the tabletop.
In Episode 5 of Road to LGT, we sit down to review how the tournament went for both players. From the games themselves to the key moments that shaped their weekends, Jord and Steve break down their experiences, discussing what worked, what didn't go to plan, and the decisions that made the difference across their games.
We take a closer look at their individual matchups, the challenges they faced throughout the event, and the lessons they've taken away from competing at the London Grand Tournament. From tactical decisions and army performance to the highs and lows of tournament play, this is an honest look at how their preparation translated into real results on the tabletop.
After following the journey from list building and practice games through to the final stages of preparation, it's time to see how it all came together when it mattered most.

The London Grand Tournament is finally here. With one of the biggest Warhammer 40,000 events in the world just days away, Jord and Steve enter the final week of preparation as they get their armies, game plans and tournament mindset ready for the weekend.
In Episode 4 of Road to LGT, we split the episode into two sections. First, Jord and Steve sit down for a final podcast-style discussion, looking back at their preparation so far, the lessons they've learned, and the key decisions they've made heading into LGT. With the event now just around the corner, there's no more time for major changes, it's all about making sure they're ready to execute their plans on the biggest stage.
Then, we head to the tabletop as both players deploy their armies and walk through their final tournament preparation. From deployment plans and opening moves to key considerations for their armies, this section focuses on making sure they know exactly how they want to approach their games when the first dice are rolled.
With the practice games done and the tournament almost here, the preparation phase is coming to an end. The armies are chosen, the plans are in place, and now it's time to put everything they've learned to the test.
The road to LGT is almost over… now it's time to play.

The London Grand Tournament is getting closer, and with one of the biggest Warhammer 40,000 events in the world fast approaching, the pressure is starting to build. In Episode 3 of Road to LGT, Jord and Steve look back at a weekend of practice games as they put their current armies through their paces and start to see what is working, and what isn't.
With Jord testing his Space Wolves and Steve exploring Adeptus Mechanicus, the practice games provide an important opportunity to test their lists, game plans and tournament preparation against a variety of opponents. But after putting both armies through their first real tests, the big question is whether they're confident enough to stick with their current choices or whether it's time to go back to the drawing board.
We'll break down the key lessons from the weekend, the successes and mistakes from the games, and the changes that could shape their final LGT preparations. With limited time left before the event, every practice game matters, and the decisions made now could define their tournament weekend.
The road to LGT is well underway... but are Space Wolves and Adeptus Mechanicus here to stay?

The London Grand Tournament is getting closer, and the Road to LGT continues.
In Episode 2, Jord returns from the Epsom Downs GT, where he put the Space Wolves list discussed in the previous episode to the test. We take a look at how the army performed in a competitive environment, what Jord learned from the event, and whether the experience has changed his plans as preparations for LGT continue.
Meanwhile, after the discussions in Episode 1, Steve is beginning to narrow down his own army choice. We find out which faction he is leaning towards and why, as both players start making the important decisions that will shape their journey to one of the biggest Warhammer 40,000 events in the world.
With tournament testing underway and army choices beginning to take shape, the preparation is becoming more serious. Every event, practice game and list adjustment brings Jord and Steve one step closer to London—and the challenge that awaits them at LGT.