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Cortez667 wrote:

italiaplaya wrote:Who would have even wanted to use the old daemon hunter codex, instead of the new grey knights one haha?

Depends. We haven't (or at least I haven't) seen the new GK codex. It might not be as good as the old Daemonhunters....who knows?

New doesn't equal better.


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Ecspecially not with GW.

Seeing as the old Codex was basically at the bottom of the bucket and a lower tier army. I dont see how the new codex could be much worst. Now that I think about it, what recent codex releases have been "weak"?

italiaplaya wrote:

Cortez667 wrote:

italiaplaya wrote:Who would have even wanted to use the old daemon hunter codex, instead of the new grey knights one haha?

Depends. We haven't (or at least I haven't) seen the new GK codex. It might not be as good as the old Daemonhunters....who knows?

New doesn't equal better.


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Ecspecially not with GW.

Seeing as the old Codex was basically at the bottom of the bucket and a lower tier army. I dont see how the new codex could be much worst. Now that I think about it, what recent codex releases have been "weak"?

Matter of opinion, dude. The DH codex really wasen't that great by itself, but the allies it offered to IG players was great, not to mention the fluff that it gave to the game. I really don't have the time for a debate. Take it as you will.

Cheers, "playa".

Cortez667 wrote:

italiaplaya wrote:

Cortez667 wrote:

italiaplaya wrote:Who would have even wanted to use the old daemon hunter codex, instead of the new grey knights one haha?

Depends. We haven't (or at least I haven't) seen the new GK codex. It might not be as good as the old Daemonhunters....who knows?

New doesn't equal better.


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Ecspecially not with GW.

Seeing as the old Codex was basically at the bottom of the bucket and a lower tier army. I dont see how the new codex could be much worst. Now that I think about it, what recent codex releases have been "weak"?

Matter of opinion, dude. The DH codex really wasen't that great by itself, but the allies it offered to IG players was great, not to mention the fluff that it gave to the game. I really don't have the time for a debate. Take it as you will.

Cheers, "playa".

Helping another codex is a matter on its own, and is an invalid case. The Daemon Hunter Codex WAS a lower tier army and had lots of trouble standing up to other codex's currently out. However, no problem we can chop it up at the Bay Area Open. Seeing as I am one of the people that is running it.

This "playa" will be most happy to meet you

I look forward to it. I have a friend who dominated in 3rd Ed. with the DH., and its too bad he doesn't play anymore (had kids, career picked up, etc.) becuase he'd probably love that they've re-done the Codex.

I've always felt that no army is "lower tier" (no insult meant by the quotation marks, merely quoting), it just takes the right type of player (not playa, lol) to field it effectivly. However, everyone is entitled to their opinion, and again, I look forward to meeting you at the Bay Area Open.

I'll be wearing the O.D. Green t-shirt with the picture of a Vietcong/N.V.A. soldier w/ an AK-47 on the back of it. (want to make sure you can find me) I look forward to discussing the merits of the new DH/GK army list versus the 3rd Ed. version with you.

Cheers!


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Oh, and just to answer the question, I think that the recent Dark Eldar codex was kind of weak. But then again, while the theme behind their race worked well fluff-wise, it has never worked well on the table-top; it can be built the right way (i.e., to win games), but this build results in an army list that isen't much fun to play with for any length of time.

Cortez667 wrote:

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Oh, and just to answer the question, I think that the recent Dark Eldar codex was kind of weak. But then again, while the theme behind their race worked well fluff-wise, it has never worked well on the table-top; it can be built the right way (i.e., to win games), but this build results in an army list that isen't much fun to play with for any length of time.

I gotta disagree, DE are overpowering against non-hordes. This one guy at my FLGS had the dreaded 21 lance with 36 poison shots on vypers 1850 army and the only thing thats beat it so far was IG leafblower getting turn 1. (tournament had 10-14 people) The only thing that prevented me from conceding the game after 1/2 of my stuff was gone (obliterators, dual lash, transport tanks and 2/3 troops) was he couldnt hit when he needed to and I made almost every cover save that game.

@disdainful you have till a month before the event but we would really like to know before that so we can prepare for the actual number thanks and hope to see you there.

@ white925: Thanks. I will leverage my people for a commitment (or not!) ASAP. Thanks again, and sorry for derailing the thread somewhat!

Defeatmyarmy wrote:

Cortez667 wrote:

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Oh, and just to answer the question, I think that the recent Dark Eldar codex was kind of weak. But then again, while the theme behind their race worked well fluff-wise, it has never worked well on the table-top; it can be built the right way (i.e., to win games), but this build results in an army list that isen't much fun to play with for any length of time.

I gotta disagree, DE are overpowering against non-hordes. This one guy at my FLGS had the dreaded 21 lance with 36 poison shots on vypers 1850 army and the only thing thats beat it so far was IG leafblower getting turn 1. (tournament had 10-14 people) The only thing that prevented me from conceding the game after 1/2 of my stuff was gone (obliterators, dual lash, transport tanks and 2/3 troops) was he couldnt hit when he needed to and I made almost every cover save that game.

I play a pretty Infantry heavy IG force, so my past experiences might a little bias. @Reecius: sorry for getting so off-topic, my bad.

@Cortez667
No worries, dude. We're all here to talk about 40K!

@thread
So, 40K has less than 20 spots left! Jump on them if you want to be a part of the event.

We will be opening up general registration soon, as well.

Looking forward to seeing you guys there!

And.....I tracked down and will be hiring the notorious "Wonderwoman" to work the Bay Area Open! She is smoking hot, into nerd culture (her brother is a comic book artist) and is a really nice person to boot. She is also a stand-up comedian, so she will be adding a lot of fun to the event!

HAHA that a boy reecius!!

I do what I can!

You got Wonderwoman from BSB? Nice!


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Schedule question: why are some of the rounds two and a half hours, while others are only one and a half? Is this normal?

All the rounds are 2 and a half hours.

Reecius wrote:All the rounds are 2 and a half hours.

Your schedule has round 4 lasting from 5:30-7, which is 1.5 hours. I assume we'll go until 8?

(Also, zero time between rounds is impractical for a large event - you need enough time to collect the results from those tables that use the whole time, run calculations, and get new assignments posted.)

Defeatmyarmy wrote:

Cortez667 wrote:

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Oh, and just to answer the question, I think that the recent Dark Eldar codex was kind of weak. But then again, while the theme behind their race worked well fluff-wise, it has never worked well on the table-top; it can be built the right way (i.e., to win games), but this build results in an army list that isen't much fun to play with for any length of time.

I gotta disagree, DE are overpowering against non-hordes. This one guy at my FLGS had the dreaded 21 lance with 36 poison shots on vypers 1850 army and the only thing thats beat it so far was IG leafblower getting turn 1. (tournament had 10-14 people) The only thing that prevented me from conceding the game after 1/2 of my stuff was gone (obliterators, dual lash, transport tanks and 2/3 troops) was he couldnt hit when he needed to and I made almost every cover save that game.

The dreaded 21 DL, 3 venom list?

...huh.

Janthkin wrote:

Reecius wrote:All the rounds are 2 and a half hours.

Your schedule has round 4 lasting from 5:30-7, which is 1.5 hours. I assume we'll go until 8?

(Also, zero time between rounds is impractical for a large event - you need enough time to collect the results from those tables that use the whole time, run calculations, and get new assignments posted.)

Yeah, thats what I was refering to.

Just a minor error when typing it up. Should be taken care of by the end of the day.

Yeah, that was a typo, thanks for pointing it out, Cortez 667

@Janthkin
The rounds are actually 2:15, with 15 for data entry and pairings. I will specify that in the schedule.

Reecius wrote:Yeah, that was a typo, thanks for pointing it out, Cortez 667

@Janthkin
The rounds are actually 2:15, with 15 for data entry and pairings. I will specify that in the schedule.

Sounds good. I didn't mean to nit-pick, I was just trying to clarify. I actually find the 2:15 games reassuring. It gives my horde-heavy IG enough time to make a telling impact.

Gosh, I know its still monthes away, and I do have tournys between now and then, but I'm really looking forward to this!

What'd you hire WW to do? Beer wench? Data entry?

Reece just wanted a non-creepy way to get her phone number. He realy just wanted her to hold his dice bag, her offical title is "Recces sac holder"

I thought you already had an official "Recces sac holder"? I forgot his name, what was it again? Should I also mention that he was under age. Bad Reece!

@Cortez667
Yeah we are stoked, too! 40K only has about 13 spots left, it is filling up super fast, and we have only had preregistration open for less than two weeks!

No worries about nit-picking, it is good to have people point out typos and such, we appreciate it.

@Thread
Wonderwoman's job is going to be to the ring girl, letting everyone know how long they have in each round and maybe to MC as well considering she is a stand-up comic.

Honestly, she is really attractive and fun too, which that alone will make the event more fun.

And Dugg, I know you are jealous I replaced you with a younger sac holder, but I will always remember you as my first! Hahaha!

@Reece FIRST AND BEST ;-)

Reece, I don't remember any sac holder last year.

Or is that what you brought Ozy for?

Hahaha, Ozzy was the original sac holder. He also blew on my dice for luck!

Alright, this conversation is starting to go into the danger zone!


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OK, only 10 days since we opened preregistration and there are only 10 spots left for 40K!

We have every army represented so far apart from Crons and Witch Hunters.

Only 3 Wolves and 3 Guard players.

It is shaping up to be a good un, so if you know anyone who wants to join in on the fun, they need to move quick or miss out.

Official Registration will open up tomorrow, so for all of you preregistered, expect that email to hit your inbox soon.

Looking forward to it!


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Also, Fantasy has been bumped to 2500 by popular demand!

whocares wrote:

Defeatmyarmy wrote:

Cortez667 wrote:

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Oh, and just to answer the question, I think that the recent Dark Eldar codex was kind of weak. But then again, while the theme behind their race worked well fluff-wise, it has never worked well on the table-top; it can be built the right way (i.e., to win games), but this build results in an army list that isen't much fun to play with for any length of time.

I gotta disagree, DE are overpowering against non-hordes. This one guy at my FLGS had the dreaded 21 lance with 36 poison shots on vypers 1850 army and the only thing thats beat it so far was IG leafblower getting turn 1. (tournament had 10-14 people) The only thing that prevented me from conceding the game after 1/2 of my stuff was gone (obliterators, dual lash, transport tanks and 2/3 troops) was he couldnt hit when he needed to and I made almost every cover save that game.

The dreaded 21 DL, 3 venom list?

...huh.

Stupid IG lists. Ruining the game for the rest of us!

spireland wrote:

whocares wrote:

Defeatmyarmy wrote:

Cortez667 wrote:

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Oh, and just to answer the question, I think that the recent Dark Eldar codex was kind of weak. But then again, while the theme behind their race worked well fluff-wise, it has never worked well on the table-top; it can be built the right way (i.e., to win games), but this build results in an army list that isen't much fun to play with for any length of time.

I gotta disagree, DE are overpowering against non-hordes. This one guy at my FLGS had the dreaded 21 lance with 36 poison shots on vypers 1850 army and the only thing thats beat it so far was IG leafblower getting turn 1. (tournament had 10-14 people) The only thing that prevented me from conceding the game after 1/2 of my stuff was gone (obliterators, dual lash, transport tanks and 2/3 troops) was he couldnt hit when he needed to and I made almost every cover save that game.

The dreaded 21 DL, 3 venom list?

...huh.

Stupid IG lists. Ruining the game for the rest of us!

You know it!

Registration is now open!

Not sure if you got my message, but I think the glitch was my computer, not the site. Switched from firefox to internet explorer and registration went through.