Always Strikes Last

In this episode, Jack, Rocco, and Matt take a break from competitive Age of Sigmar and talk hobby projects—the armies, miniatures, conversions, painting projects, and other things currently keeping them busy at the hobby desk. From projects they’re excited to finish to the ones that have been sitting unfinished for far too long, the guys talk about what they’re working on, what they want to tackle next, and the fun of having a hobby that goes beyond just playing games. In this episode, they cover: Current Warhammer Age of Sigmar hobby projects New armies and models they’re working on Painting, modeling, and conversion projects Projects that have been sitting on the shelf Hobby goals and what they want to build next Finding the balance between playing, painting, and collecting Whether you're a competitive player, a dedicated painter, or someone with a pile of unfinished miniatures staring at you from across the room, this is a more relaxed look at the hobby side of Age of Sigmar. Support the show: 🛒 ASL Store: https://alwaysstrikeslast.com ❤️ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/alwaysstrikeslast What hobby project are you working on right now? Let us know in the comments! 👇

In this episode, Matt, Jack, and Rocco shift their focus to the Mortal side of the new Hedonites of Slaanesh Battletome for Warhammer Age of Sigmar, exploring how the army's mortal units work together to create powerful combinations, pressure opponents, and dominate the battlefield. Building on the army rules discussed in our previous episode, the team breaks down how the Sybarite side of the book leverages buffs, positioning, and sequencing to unlock devastating synergies. Rather than focusing on individual warscroll ratings, the discussion centers on how Mortal units support one another and the different playstyles they enable. The current Hedonites battletome emphasizes new faction mechanics and multiple paths to building effective Mortal-focused armies. In this episode, they cover: How to build a Mortal-focused Hedonites of Slaanesh army The strongest Mortal combinations and internal synergies How to maximize army rules through smart sequencing Different Mortal playstyles, from aggressive pressure to board control Building cohesive lists around key support pieces Common mistakes that hold Mortal armies back Tips for succeeding with Mortals at RTTs and GTs Whether you're looking to start a Hedonites of Slaanesh army, improve your tournament results, or simply understand how the Mortal side of the book works, this episode is packed with practical advice to help you get the most from the new Battletome. Support the show: 🛒 ASL Store: https://alwaysstrikeslast.com ❤️ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/alwaysstrikeslast Your support helps us create more Age of Sigmar Battletome breakdowns, competitive strategy guides, GT coverage, and faction deep dives every week. Are you leaning toward Mortals, Daemons, or a mixed Hedonites list? Let us know what's been working for you in the comments! 👇

In this episode, Matt, Jack, and Rocco take a deep dive into the Daemon side of the new Hedonites of Slaanesh Battletome for Warhammer Age of Sigmar. After covering the core army rules, the team shifts their focus to how Slaanesh Daemons win games—breaking down the faction's strengths, the best internal synergies, and the combinations that allow Daemon armies to pressure opponents, control the board, and capitalize on every mistake. The new Battletome continues to distinguish Daemon armies through their speed, mobility, and offensive flexibility, while sharing more synergies with the rest of the faction than previous editions. In this episode, they cover: How to build and play a Daemon-focused Hedonites of Slaanesh army The strongest Daemon synergies and army combinations Using speed, movement, and board control to dictate the game How to sequence your abilities for maximum impact Different Daemon playstyles and list archetypes Common mistakes that prevent Daemon armies from reaching their full potential Tips for piloting Daemon lists at RTTs and GTs Rather than chasing a single "best list," this episode explains the core principles behind successful Hedonites of Slaanesh Daemon armies, helping you understand why certain combinations work and how to adapt them to your own playstyle and local meta. Whether you're a longtime Slaanesh player or looking to start a Daemon army, this episode is packed with practical advice to help you get the most out of the new Battletome. Support the show: 🛒 ASL Store: https://alwaysstrikeslast.com ❤️ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/alwaysstrikeslast Your support helps us create more Age of Sigmar Battletome breakdowns, competitive strategy guides, GT coverage, and faction deep dives every week. Are you running a pure Daemon list, or mixing Daemons and Mortals? Let us know what's been working for you in the comments! 👇

In this episode, Matt, Jack, and Rocco kick off our deep dive into the new Hedonites of Slaanesh Battletome for Warhammer Age of Sigmar, focusing on the army rules, battle formations, and the combinations that make the army tick.

Rather than reviewing every warscroll, the team starts with the foundation of the book—how the new faction rules reward careful sequencing, movement, and synergy. They discuss how to get the most out of the army's mechanics, how the battle formations encourage different styles of play, and what combinations stand out in the new Battletome.

In this episode, they cover:

A complete breakdown of the Hedonites of Slaanesh army rules

How the new battle formations shape list building

Strong combinations created by the core faction abilities

Sequencing your abilities for maximum impact

Different playstyles the new book supports

Early competitive impressions and list-building ideas

Common mistakes players make when learning the new army

Whether you're starting a Hedonites of Slaanesh army, refining a competitive tournament list, or preparing to play against the faction at your next RTT or GT, this episode lays the groundwork for understanding how the new book wins games.

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Scoring battle tactics consistently is one of the biggest differences between winning and losing games in Warhammer Age of Sigmar. In this episode, Rocco, Jack, and Matt break down every General's Handbook 2026 battle tactic, discussing how to score them reliably, when to attempt them, and the mistakes that can cost you the game. Rather than looking at battle tactics through the lens of a single faction, the crew focuses on universal strategies that apply across the game, helping players make better decisions no matter what army they're bringing to the table. In this episode, they cover: Every General's Handbook 2026 battle tactic explained The easiest and most reliable tactics to score Battle tactics that require planning several turns in advance Risk versus reward—knowing when to abandon a tactic and pivot How to deny your opponent key battle tactics Common mistakes that leave points on the table Tips for adapting battle tactics to different army archetypes and battleplans Whether you're preparing for your next RTT, GT, or simply looking to improve your tournament results, mastering the General's Handbook 2026 battle tactics is one of the fastest ways to become a more consistent Age of Sigmar player. Support the show: 🛒 ASL Store: https://alwaysstrikeslast.com ❤️ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/alwaysstrikeslast Your support helps us create more Age of Sigmar strategy guides, Battletome deep dives, tournament coverage, and competitive discussions every week. Which General's Handbook 2026 battle tactic gives you the most trouble? Share your thoughts in the comments below! 👇