Introduction to Competitive Daemons in Warhammer 40,000

From April 2019, creating a competitive Daemons list in Warhammer 40,000 requires a deep understanding of the meta at that time, the strengths of the Chaos Daemons codex, and how to effectively build a balanced and adaptable list. This article provides a sample list that could work well, crafted based on the trends and unit effectiveness prevalent in the gaming community.

Overview of the Competitive Daemons List April 2019

The Battalion Detachment Chaos Daemons provides a versatile and formidable army that can counter a wide range of strategies. This list incorporates several key units that offer both mobility and firepower, ensuring a dynamic and effective playstyle.

Battalion Detachment: Chaos Daemons

HQ

Lord of Change (Warlord) Psychic Powers: Divination and Gaze of Fate Relic: The Changeling's Staff for additional psychic support Herald of Tzeentch Psychic Powers: Smite and Bolt of Change

Troops

1 Pink Horror. Each Pink Horror can split into 10 Blue Horrors when killed, providing a durable front line and additional bodies on the board. 1 Pink Horror. Each Pink Horror can split into 10 Blue Horrors when killed, providing a durable front line and additional bodies on the board.

Elites

3x Flamers of Tzeentch. Ideal for their high damage output and mobility, they are great for applying pressure on enemy units, especially infantry. 3x Flamers of Tzeentch. Provide additional units for board control and damage.

Fast Attack

6x Screamers of Tzeentch. Fast and capable of harassing enemy backlines, they ensure you can maintain pressure on the enemy.

Heavy Support

Soul Grinder with Phlegm Bombardment. Acts as a strong fire support unit with long-range firepower. Daemon Prince of Chaos with Wings Malaise and Sword. Provides a melee threat for close combat.

Flyer

Burning Chariot of Tzeentch. Offers mobility and strong ranged attacks, allowing for strategic positioning.

Tactics and Strategies

Psychic Phase

Utilize the Lord of Change and Herald to maximize psychic output. Cast powers to buff your units or debuff the enemy, leveraging the psychic powers effectively.

Horrors

Use Pink Horrors to create a durable front line. When they die, they can split into Blue Horrors, providing additional bodies on the board and maintaining a strong presence.

Flamers

Use Flamers to apply pressure on enemy units, especially infantry. Their mobility allows them to reposition and target vulnerable units.

Screamers

Mobile and fast, Screamers can engage enemy backline units or threaten objectives due to their speed.

Soul Grinder

Acts as a strong fire support unit while also being able to engage in melee if needed, providing versatility on the battlefield.

Burning Chariot

Can maneuver around the battlefield to target enemy units while staying out of danger, offering mobility and ranged firepower.

General Strategy

Board Control. Utilize the Horrors to create a strong presence on objectives while the more mobile units harass the enemy. Psychic Dominance. Leverage your psychic powers to control the battlefield, debuffing enemies or buffing your units. Target Priority. Focus on eliminating key enemy units that can threaten your strategy, especially long-range firepower or strong melee units.

This list aims to cover a range of threats and maintain flexibility during the game, which is essential for a competitive Daemons army. Adjustments can be made based on personal playstyle and the specific meta you face.