Following our initial announcement on Discord, here’s the full plan for Season 2 of the League!
Last Season
A massive congratulations to the winners from last season (which, admittedly, includes me!). The champions and runners-up are:
- Golden Throne Winner (League 1): Simon
Runner-Up: Robert - Triumph of Steel Winner (League 2A): James
Runner-Up: Calum P - Armageddon Winner (League 2B): Alex
Runner-Up: Edgar - Unrelenting Pursuit Winner (League 2C): Graeme
Runner-Up: Kris - Dark Frontier Winner (League 3A): Duncan
Runner-Up: Clare - Maelstrom Winner (League 3B): Neil
Runner-Up: Stephen - Eye of Terror Winner (League 3C): Chris
Runner-Up: Zak
Prizes will be organized and distributed soon—stay tuned!
The New Season
Much like Season 1, we’re asking all players to confirm if they’re happy to participate in Season 2. Some players may step out to explore other games, and we welcome new players to join. Please note that these are competitive games, although we’ll provide additional support for new players (more on that later).
As in the previous season, each player will face others in their league twice—one “Home” match and one “Away” match. The Home player chooses the game size (1,500, 1,750, or 2,000 points) and the mission from the list provided below.
The season will run from February 6th to the end of April, giving everyone plenty of time to complete their games.
Scoring
Games will be scored as follows:
- 3 points for a win
- 1 point for a draw
- 0 points for a loss
In case of ties, individual game score differences will determine rankings.
League standings will be updated weekly on Discord, and division winners will receive prizes at the season’s end.
A New League Structure
Depending on the number of participants, leagues will be reorganised:
- Top performers will be promoted to higher leagues.
- Lower performers will move down.
- A new Beginner League will be introduced, tailored for players still learning the game.
The Beginner League will feature smaller games (1,000, 1,250, or 1,500 points) with no painting requirements or points for painted models. This league is designed to create a positive learning environment and allow newer players to gain experience.
To ensure fairness, experienced players helping in this league should adopt a reasonable approach—for example, focusing on primary mission scoring or adjusting game size to accommodate smaller forces.
New players will be asked to assess their skill level to place them in an appropriate league.
Army Lists and Restrictions
- Players are not tied to specific armies or lists and may adjust them for each game.
- Updates to rules and points from new releases will apply, except for changes released on game day.
- Legends units may be used, but only with the opponent’s prior approval.
Arranging Games
- The Home player decides the mission and game size.
- Players must share their factions (but not detachments) before the match.
- Army lists remain blind, but the Home player must announce their faction first, followed by the Away player.
Painted Army Points
A fully painted force earns 10 points. To qualify, each model must have at least three colors and be based (this does not apply to the Beginner League).
League Missions
For mission selection, the Home player rolls 2D6 (ideally in Discord) and picks a mission and points level from the results. Doubles can be rerolled. If players can’t agree on the Home player, roll a D6 in Discord to decide.
Here are the missions available for Season 2:
- Sweeping Engagement – Terraform – Swift Action
- Crucible of Battle – Purge the Foe – Smoke & Mirrors
- Search and Destroy – Take & Hold – Hidden Supplies
- Dawn of War – Burden of Trust – Prepared Positions
- Tipping Point – Scorched Earth – Inspired Leadership
- Hammer and Anvil – Supply Drop – Raise Banners
Final Notes
As always, if you have questions or ideas to improve the league, please reach out on Discord. This league aims to foster good-spirited competition while helping players meet new opponents and enjoy more games.
Looking forward to seeing you in the melee – let the battles begin!
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