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where i play i fight mostly blocks of cheese. except i don't fight competitive guard so I'm sort of lucky but still.
I've just started with DA and i really like RW but I'm not sure what are examples of lists that you recommend and think are quite competitive. much appreciated

Here is an article on a tourny-winning RW list, enjoy:

http://www.belloflostsouls.net/2013/01/40k-dark-angels-tshft-and-meta.html?m=1