Hello, everyone. First time poster, long time lurker.
I've had a long interest in 40k, but I've only recently started to learn how to play. I'm in the process of putting together my first army, using models I've collected over the last year or so. Part of my delay in getting it together was trying to decide exactly what I want to start with, but I've settled on my own space marine chapter with traits of my choice. I figure that allows me some flexibility to explore different styles of play, using an army that's harder than most to screw up.
I've done quite an extensive bit of reading here, learning to recognize some of the frequent and apparently knowledgeable contributers. My study of 40k suggests that this board hosts some of the most skilled and experienced players in the game. So, without further delay, here is my first attempt at a 2000pt army list.
I see some potential problems with it, and I want to know if some of you see the same things.
2000pts - Knights Vermilion (Space Marines)
Traits: (Sombre) See But Don't Be Seen, Cleanse & Purify
Disadvantage: Aspire to Glory
HQ
341pts - Captain w/ Terminator Honors, Bolt Pistol & Power Weapon, Command Squad w/ Furious Charge*
*Command Squad (10 marines) includes BP&CCW x6, Flamer x2, Company Champion, Vet Sgt w/ BP&PF
91pts - Reclusiarch w/ BP&Crozius, Melta Bombs
Troops
233pts - Tactical Squad (8 marines) - Bolter x5, Meltagun x2, Vet Sgt w/ BP&PF, Rhino w/ Armor & Smoke
233pts - Tactical Squad (8 marines) - Bolter x5, Meltagun x2, Vet Sgt w/ BP&PF, Rhino w/ Armor & Smoke
194pts - Tactical Squad w/ Infiltrate (8 marines) - Bolter x5, Plasmagun x2, Vet Sgt w/ BP&PW
158pts - Scout Squad (10 scouts) -BP&CCWx9, Vet Sgt w/ BP&PF
Fast Attack
80pts - Land Speeder Tornado - Assault Cannon & Heavy Bolter
80pts - Land Speeder Tornado - Assault Cannon & Heavy Bolter
Heavy Support
153pts - Devastator Squad w/ Infiltrate (6 marines) - Bolter x3, Heavy Bolter x3
168pts - Devastator Squad w/ Infiltrate (6 marines) - Bolter x3, Missile Launcher x3
269pts - Land Raider Crusader - Smoke & Searchlight (already has Extra Armor, Machine Spirit, etc...)*
* The Crusader is intended to carry the captain and 10-strong command squad with the chaplain attached, rush forward with the rhinos, and shield/soak fire that might otherwise demolish the rhinos and speeders.
My goal for this army is enjoyable beginner-level play, yet semi-competitive.