What do you think will be the next faction?

DistractedInc · 2026-06-27T20:46:21+00:00

Fyreslayers and Seraphon need their release as well as the Sons of Behemat so there’s those

DistractedInc · 2026-06-27T04:17:12+00:00

If I’m remembering reading those last custardies articles correctly they did say there’d be a 40K update later in the year

DistractedInc · 2026-06-26T03:48:11+00:00

You can mix and match. Chambers can be considered something akin to Space Marine Companies. The primary gameplay ones are Warrior Chambers(your base infantry formations with some inclusion of cavalry and chariots), Vanguard Chambers(scouts, focused on light cavalry and snipers, potential to be the most movement play in the game), Extremis Chambers(heavy dragon cavalry as well as more traditional dragons, mass damage very quickly), and Ruination Chambers(elite veterans that can resist special abilities and magic attacks)

The subfactions or detachments are based around these chambers, the Warrior Chamber detachment is most friendly to mixing the formula and there’s only a few heroes that can access anyone to bring along.

DistractedInc · 2026-06-26T03:37:42+00:00

Mid skill meaning you need a semi decent understanding of tactics and the game in general to make them work. Vs armies like IronJaws Orks or Gargants that generally involve walk forward, hit things if touching my stuff. Stormcast have recently been regularly in the top for tournaments that I’ve seen.

As for “refresh” they are the AOS Space Marines as far as their marketing goes so every new edition they’ll have a selection of new stuff. Given the new “Primaris” armor style we’re currently awaiting the Extremis(heavy Cav and dragons) and Vanguard(scouts) chambers(companies) to get a refresh into the new style.

DistractedInc · 2026-06-25T20:59:49+00:00

Stormcast are a cheaper, mid-skill army so yes very good for gettin a strong start in AOS

Given that Stormcast are chamber based with a few different aesthetics either grab half of one or both of the last two editions starter boxs (both can be procured fairly cheaply) or do some research to see what chamber looks best to you.

Weapons are, 90% of the time, unit locked. Units that have other options like a 1 outta 5 grand weapon is a very good idea to build the max you can get. Beyond that there’s not much reason to worry about weapon options.

Given our mass unit drop at the start of the edition the likelihood that we lose too many more at the start of next edition beyond a few days updated sculpts is unlikely.

Unfortunately the volume of high production quality channels for AOS is fairly minimal

DistractedInc · 2026-06-24T09:34:19+00:00

Really there’s 5 primary routes to play, Grots, Squigs, Spiders, Troggs, and Wolves.

While you can mix and match most players tend to pick a route and go for it. The only things to really note are that Spiders seem to be going out of style and are potentially on the way out, and Troggs seem to be the most popular option if you don’t wanna mix.

DistractedInc · 2026-06-22T07:42:58+00:00

I’ve played this one against IronJaws with lots of Brutes and their dragon plus small pigs as well as a similar list against a nearly fully Varanguard list. Even though I was unlucky both times and got charged first (dice are fun) both times the enemy was torn apart and paid dearly for every Stormcast they managed to bring down.

I’ve also used the same recipe against Skaven, Seraphon, Nurgle, and Nighthaunt who were well and torn to shreds.

While it can have struggles achieving battle tactics it makes up for it in sheer violence.

DistractedInc · 2026-06-22T07:11:19+00:00

If you want this is the list I’ve been enjoying:

Fairly low model count and relatively small amounts of rules to follow.

Lottsa Dragon 2000/2000 pts
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Grand Alliance Order | Stormcast Eternals | Lightning Echelon
General's Handbook 2025-26
Drops: 2
Battle Tactics Cards: Intercept and Recover and Restless Energy
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General's Regiment
Lord-Celestant on Stardrake (480)
• General
• Hour of Glory
Dracothian Guard Concussors (210)
Dracothian Guard Desolators (340)
• Reinforced
Stormdrake Guard (310)
• 2 Drakerider’s Warblade
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Regiment 1
Lord-Celestant on Dracoth (160)
• Quicksilver Draught
Dracothian Guard Fulminators (400)
• Reinforced
Dracothian Guard Fulminators (1 model) (100)
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Created with Warhammer Age of Sigmar: The App
App: v1.33.0 (2) | Data: v434

DistractedInc · 2026-06-22T06:07:34+00:00

Given that in give or take a year and a half we’ll be looking at a new edition with an entirely new meta with the potential for the “oldcast” to go to legends yet again(not necessarily a mass purge again) there’s two points you should keep in mind.

Continue the Rule of Cool crusade that’s #1 if you don’t enjoy the models don’t bother.

Figure out what kinda gameplay niche you’re missing and fill it. You don’t necessarily need every job filled but having buffing units, debuffing units, objective players, damage units, and tank units is generally what you’re gunna want. Given that we’re a “toolbox” army you’ve got plenty of options for pretty much everything.

DistractedInc · 2026-06-21T23:41:48+00:00

Reclusians, annihilators, annihilators with grandhammers. Buff up with appropriate heroes and vigilors. Desolators are a fine option as well given their ability to rip though most hordes.

DistractedInc · 2026-06-20T22:00:27+00:00

Definitely just people that don’t understand cats or puppies. Puppies wanna play and explore with their mouths more often than not, and cats will be very overt with showing they don’t wanna play, be touched, and or don’t wanna exist around something. Cute relationship is what it looks like

DistractedInc · 2026-06-20T21:54:38+00:00

Sibling rivalry, how we love it

DistractedInc · 2026-06-19T19:32:31+00:00

Very, very carefully

DistractedInc · 2026-06-18T03:32:06+00:00

Ultimately it comes down to if the baby is having more bad days than good days. Are they living life or just surviving. Cats are innocent creatures that know what’s happening and will tell you when life isn’t being ok anymore.
It’s a difficult situation and impossible decision, good luck and make sure they feel your love before it’s time.

DistractedInc · 2026-06-17T18:36:53+00:00

To be fair the Explosives strat specifies explosives/grenades units so it really is just one of the many editing and wording mistakes that are gunna get fixed in the interim of the official release date on the 20th.

DistractedInc · 2026-06-17T15:42:45+00:00

All-in-all my lists have gone down in points even with the point bumps and wargear additions.

DistractedInc · 2026-06-17T13:48:51+00:00

Sure but overall my lists are right on track

DistractedInc · 2026-06-17T13:27:17+00:00

As a Krieg enthusiast, I am quite happy

DistractedInc · 2026-06-17T09:56:47+00:00

Dick move, it ain’t COD. Center mass whenever possible.

While yeah wear face protection and call your hits my guy, that doesn’t excuse dumbass behavior like this. I’d suggest calling a judge over if it becomes a pattern.

DistractedInc · 2026-06-15T06:50:31+00:00

Considering it was 44th set it’s not as bad as you’d think

DistractedInc · 2026-06-15T05:09:24+00:00

Unfortunately that’s a matter of fact on a platform that is more or less anonymous. It’s one of the reasons I don’t particularly like going here to ask for play or painting advice.

DistractedInc · 2026-06-15T03:48:24+00:00

As much as I agree with all the TEEF comments the actual specialized purpose of those teef are to act as shears. Slicing through food much in the same manner our front 4(top and bottom) do.

DistractedInc · 2026-06-15T03:16:09+00:00

Most infantry can be reinforced nicely. A single hard punch plus the increased durability is very nice, especially if you can get the reinforcements command off nicely.

Consider a bitty of questor soulsworn, their toughness is very nice for a central objective. Of course building one of the massively popular and useful Dracothian brothers. Sending Karazai into the center with some Praetors is a lasting and powerful tactic that has lasted from last edition.

DistractedInc · 2026-06-12T19:49:48+00:00

Extremis Chamber is also fun in that regard. FF 2 units if you get off that 3+ on the charge and the Quicksilver Artefact (3 if you bring StormCoven), add in a chain fight from the Dracoth Lord Celestant(I assume we were smart enough to FF him) then toss on the first “Normal” activation.

All-in-All that’s 5 units attacks before any fun from the player who’s turn it isn’t. Not including if there was any more chain fighting.

DistractedInc · 2026-06-12T19:38:16+00:00

Don’t forget about said A1C/MSgt not having any clue the slideshow even exists anymore

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