Vanguard Tactics Workshop: Master 11th at NOVA Open 2026

Master 11th Edition Before You Hit the Tables

A new edition is the best time to build good habits. We'll make sure you've got the rules correct, know the common pitfalls to watch for, and have a clear game plan for every mission, terrain layout, and matchup at NOVA Open.

NOVA Open 2026 — Vanguard Tactics Workshop

What You'll Learn

✅ How to read your disposition and build a game plan for any opponent, mission, or army.

✅ How to understand every terrain and deployment layout, and plan from the moment you see the table.

✅ How to play your own army to the best of its ability within the mission you're given.

✅ Key in-game tactics, including screening, move blocking, and scoring objectives.

✅ Techniques for staying composed under pressure.

✅ Practical strategies for managing the flow of a game and finishing on time.

✅ What questions to ask your opponent to ensure clarity and a smooth game.

What You'll Need

✔ A 2,000-point Warhammer 40k army (11th Edition rules)

✔ Dice & tape measure

✔ Codex/Index and any relevant rules

✔ Pen and paper for notes

Your Gateway to Warhammer 40k Confidence and Success Fresh off the back of our sold-out classes at Adepticon, where we coached 64 players to a packed house, we're bringing the Vanguard Tactics Workshop to NOVA Open again for another year. Demand was huge, so we're expecting tickets to go fast as we only have 30 spaces for this event. Grab yours the moment they drop.

Are you feeling nervous about attending a big event like NOVA Open? Maybe it's your first tournament, and you're not sure what to expect. Or perhaps you've been out of the game for a while and feel rusty. If any of this resonates, you're not alone, and the Vanguard Tactics Workshop is here to help.

Why This Workshop is Perfect for You

Overcoming First-Time Jitters Attending a major event like NOVA Open can feel overwhelming. What should you bring? How do you prepare for your games? What if you don't know the rules as well as your opponent? This workshop is designed to eliminate those fears, helping you feel calm, confident, and ready to enjoy your experience.

Getting Back Into the Game If you've been away from Warhammer 40k for a while or are still getting to grips with 11th Edition, it's natural to feel out of your depth. This workshop will bring you up to speed, teaching you the essential strategies and rules so you can dive back in with confidence.

Personalized Coaching for Maximum Improvement The workshop will have a designated Vanguard Tactics coach to guide you through every drill and game. This means:

✅ Immediate Feedback: Get real-time coaching tailored to your playstyle.

✅ Hands-On Learning: Coaches will walk you through tactical choices and decision-making.

✅ One-on-One Support: Ask questions and get expert insights specific to your army.

With expert coaches available at the table, you'll rapidly improve your game while receiving guidance in a supportive and structured environment.

Play Your Disposition, and Your Army at Its Best Every game starts with the disposition you've picked. We'll teach you how to build a game plan, work around your opponent, and pilot your own army to the best of its ability within that framework. You'll learn to spot what your list does well, where it scores, and how to make the right decisions for the mission in front of you, not just the army across the table.

Master Terrain and Deployment

Half the game is decided before the first dice roll. We'll walk you through every terrain and deployment layout you'll face at NOVA Open, plus the intricacies of the terrain rules, so you can form a clear game plan the moment you see the table: knowing where to push, where to hold, and how the board shapes your scoring.

Learn with Your Own Army

You'll be using your own 2,000-point Warhammer 40k army throughout the workshop for every drill and practice game. This ensures you: