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# Preferred Enemies - A Warhammer 40K Podcast

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- [Episode 51: Let's Build a List - Tau](https://www.preferredenemies.com/2013/04/28/episode-51-lets-build-a-list-tau/) - This week, we tackle some Tau listbuilding, with a mission in mind. The top 16 armies at Adepticon saw a lot of Necrons, all with similar builds. Does the Tau army pack the firepower and technology to take down "Adepticrons"? We try our hands at building an 1850-point Tau list with just such a goal
- [Episode 50: The Greater Good Returns](https://www.preferredenemies.com/2013/04/14/episode-50-the-greater-good-returns/) - It's our second anniversary, and what better way to celebrate than with new sound equipment, a new opening/closing theme song, and a new codex! The long-awaited update of the Tau Empire is here, and we go through the book and give our impressions of both the revised and the brand new. Is this a radical
- [Episode 49: Rants, Relics, and Robots](https://www.preferredenemies.com/2013/03/31/episode-49-rants-relics-and-robots/) - This week's episode sees us discussing a diverse trio of subjects. First, we discuss GW's new North American trade policies, the MiniWarGaming.com closing announcement, and what we think this does (and doesn't) mean for the 40K gaming community. Next, we talk about our experiences with Relic, the new 40K version of Talisman recently released by
- [Episode 48: Daemons in Review](https://www.preferredenemies.com/2013/03/17/episode-48-daemons-in-review/) - We finally have the English version of the Chaos Daemons codex in our hands, so you know what that means - codex review time! This isn't just a small update, either, so it's not a small episode - almost 2 1/2 hours! What's good, what's not so good, what's really weird - how does
- [Episode 47: Sprechen Sie Daemon?](https://www.preferredenemies.com/2013/03/03/episode-47-sprechen-sie-daemon/) - The release of the Chaos Daemons codex is upon us, but when we recorded, the book was not yet out. Instead, we had a big batch of translated German codex leaks to work through, and so this episode we've tried to piece together an initial impression from those bits and pieces. We also give our
- [Episode 46: What's an Enemy, Anyway?](https://www.preferredenemies.com/2013/02/17/episode-46-whats-an-enemy-anyway/) - This week, we take a look at a couple of bizarre rules twists in 6th edition. First: when it comes to allies of convenience, is the enemy of your enemy truly your friend? Or can things go horribly wrong in combat and when holding objectives? Second: who does that gun emplacement really belong to,
- [Episode 45: Making 40K Accessible](https://www.preferredenemies.com/2013/02/04/episode-45-making-40k-accessible/) - On this episode, we take a look at the challenges facing new players getting into the game. In the face of increasingly expensive minis and other competition for their entertainment dollars, how can a new player get into the game for a reasonable price? Sure, Dark Vengeance is a good deal, but not everyone wants
- [Episode 44: Dark Angels](https://www.preferredenemies.com/2013/01/20/episode-44-dark-angels/) - New year! New codex! New host! We welcome Kevin from our parent podcast as our new co-host, explain where we've been and why we've been gone (and why Rob shouldn't record on 3 hours of sleep), and then it's on to the meat of our show. First, a look at GW's digital product line, such
- [Episode 43 Extras - Tyranid List](https://www.preferredenemies.com/2012/12/24/episode-43-extras-tyranid-list/) - Here’s the list we built in Episode 43, in PDF format. Life in the Lower Tier – Episode 43 – Tyranids
- [Episode 43: Life in the Lower Tier - Tyranids](https://www.preferredenemies.com/2012/12/24/episode-43-life-in-the-lower-tier-tyranids/) - This week, we continue our series looking at the less-played armies in the 40K scene by focusing on the Tyranids. How did 6th Edition treat the bugs from beyond our galaxy? Is there hope for them? Are they secretly a power army? We look at what the latest edition has and hasn't done for the
- [Episode 42 Extras - Eldar List](https://www.preferredenemies.com/2012/12/10/episode-42-extras-eldar-list/) - Here's the list we built in Episode 42, in PDF format. Life in the Lower Tier - Episode 42 - Eldar
- [Episode 42: Life In the Lower Tier - Eldar](https://www.preferredenemies.com/2012/12/09/episode-42-life-in-the-lower-tier-eldar/) - Don't panic! This week, we start a series taking a look at those armies that are not generally considered in the top tiers of competitive 40K play, starting with the Eldar. Is there a way to make this older codex hold up in this new environment? We examine what works and what doesn't, and turn
- [Episode 41 Extras - Necron Lists](https://www.preferredenemies.com/2012/11/18/episode-41-extras-necron-lists/) - Here are both of the lists we created for episode 41, available in PDF format.
- [Episode 41: Let's Build a List - Necrons](https://www.preferredenemies.com/2012/11/18/episode-41-lets-build-a-list-necrons/) - We kick off a new series this episode, taking you through listbuilding from concept to completion, with all the internal debates and justification inbetween. For our first listbuilding exercise, we're taking a look at one of the big players in the current tourney scene, the Necrons. Our challenge: build a list that should perform reasonably
- [Episode 40: The Return of the Good, the Bad, and the Weird](https://www.preferredenemies.com/2012/11/04/episode-40-the-return-of-the-good-the-bad-and-the-weird/) - Our 40th Episode, and we're officially middle-aged now. That means it's the perfect time to re-examine our youth and look back at Episode 3, when we rated the best, worst, and weirdest units in the armies we play. How has 6th Edition in general, and the new Chaos Marine codex in particular, changed our perceptions
- [Episode 39: Marks of the Chaos Gods](https://www.preferredenemies.com/2012/10/21/episode-39-marks-of-the-chaos-gods/) - This week, we're joined by Kevin from Underdiscussion as we examine the marks of the four Chaos Gods in the new Chaos Space Marine codex. Khorne, Nurgle, Slaanesh, and Tzeentch - we look at all the various toys, units, and powers that each mark makes available, as well as the special characters for each mark.
- [Episode 38: The Traitor Legions Return](https://www.preferredenemies.com/2012/10/08/episode-38-the-traitor-legions-return/) - The next Black Crusade is upon us! Rob, Dennis, and Richard take their first looks at the brand-new Chaos Space Marine codex and give their first impressions. How does the first true 6th Edition codex look? What foundation does it set for future codexes? How has it addressed players' issues with the previous CSM codex?
- [Episode 37: Mobile, Metal, and Massacre](https://www.preferredenemies.com/2012/09/23/episode-37-mobile-metal-and-massacre/) - We've got a full plate this week! First, we review GW's new Psyker app for iOS devices - is it worth replacing your paper psychic cards? Next, we discuss the latest White Dwarf leaks involving the new Chaos Space Marine releases, like the heavy metal cover refugee the Heldrake, as well as the other verified
- [Episode 36: Dark Vengeance](https://www.preferredenemies.com/2012/09/10/episode-36-dark-vengeance/) - After a one-week delay, we're back with a look at Dark Vengeance, the new starter set for 6th Edition. How good do the new snap-fit models look, and how does this set compare to the previous starter sets? Is Dark Vengeance the must-buy deal that Assault on Black Reach was? How does it hold up
- [Episode 35: Anti-Armor Revisited](https://www.preferredenemies.com/2012/08/19/episode-35-anti-armor-revisited/) - This week, we revisit a topic we covered way back in episode #13 - how to deal with vehicles. How has 6th Edition changed up the game and how we deal with units with an armor value? Are meltaguns and power fists still the kings of the anti-vehicle club, or are there new challengers for
- [8/25 Tournament Packet](https://www.preferredenemies.com/2012/08/13/825-tournament-packet/) - This packet contains the rules and scenarios for our upcoming Warhammer 40K tournament at Pulp Fiction on August 25th!
- [Episode 34: The Times, They Are a-Changin'](https://www.preferredenemies.com/2012/08/06/episode-34-the-times-they-are-a-changin/) - 6th Edition is bringing a lot of changes to the game, and with it our armies are changing up. How is the new edition changing how the Preferred Enemies crew builds their armies and plays the game? From Black Templars to Tyranids, and a fair amount of armies in-between, we discuss what we're changing, adding,
- [Episode 33: The Rest of 6th Edition](https://www.preferredenemies.com/2012/07/23/episode-33-the-rest-of-6th-edition/) - On this episode of Preferred Enemies, Rob, Dennis, and Jon discuss the new parts of 6th Edition that we only touched on in our big review episode: Psychic Powers, Allies, Fortifications, and Flyers. We also announce our very first Preferred Enemies tournament in the Kansas City area. Music: "Frets of Fury", remixed by vertexguy. Music
- [Episode 32: Hello, Sixth Edition!](https://www.preferredenemies.com/2012/07/08/episode-32-hello-sixth-edition/) - To celebrate the release of 6th Edition, we got together with the cast of Underdiscussion and our friend Tim to discuss the new rules set. 8 wargaming geeks, 4 copies of the rulebook, 2 podcasts, 1 new edition - it all adds up to a lot of discussion and opinions. Do we like the new
- [Episode 31: Farewell, Fifth Edition!](https://www.preferredenemies.com/2012/06/24/episode-31-farewell-fifth-edition/) - The end of the edition is nigh! The Sixth Edition of Warhammer 40,000 has been officially announced, and that means the days of Fifth Edition are drawing to a close. The Preferred Enemies crew talks about the past edition and recounts our likes and dislikes from the last 4 years. Favorite (and least favorite) rules,
- [Episode 30: Armies for Newbs - Necrons](https://www.preferredenemies.com/2012/06/10/episode-30-armies-for-newbs-necrons/) - Our friend Dustin joins us as we tackle the Necrons in this episode's Armies for Newbs segment. It's been almost 8 months since the book has been released; now that the army has seen actual play, how have our guesses about the book panned out? Also, digital rulebooks on iTunes: neat option, useless gesture, or
- [Episode 29: Armies for Newbs - Black Templars](https://www.preferredenemies.com/2012/05/27/episode-29-armies-for-newbs-black-templars/) - The Armies for Newbs series soldiers on with a look at the Black Templars, the oldest codex still left standing. How does this codex, still full of 4th Edition thinking and support, stack up for new players? Also, we give our thoughts on the now-official flier release, and we go on at length about the
- [Episode 28: Armies for Newbs - Grey Knights](https://www.preferredenemies.com/2012/05/14/episode-28-armies-for-newbs-grey-knights/) - Coming from Rob's mancave, Armies for Newbs continues with the army that's been flooding tournaments and took the top spot at Adepticon - the Grey Knights. What makes this army so solid, and is there any way to counter it? And is it a good army for beginners? Also, we talk about some of the
- [Episode 27: Armies for Newbs - Space Marines](https://www.preferredenemies.com/2012/04/29/episode-27-armies-for-newbs-space-marines/) - Our friend Dan joins us for this episode as we continue our Armies for Newbs series for a look at Space Marines. Spoiler alert: they're in the starter set for a reason. We also discuss the upcoming Necron and Space Marine releases, the results at Adepticon, and the DVD in GW's new How to Paint
- [Episode 26: The First Anniversary Episode](https://www.preferredenemies.com/2012/04/15/episode-26-the-first-anniversary-episode/) - Preferred Enemies has hit the one year mark, and to celebrate we've brought in the rest of our playing group to talk about the last year in 40K and the year ahead. We talk codex releases, product lines, video games, and roleplaying, as well as going off on a few random tangents. We also discuss
- [Episode 25: Armies for Newbs - Dark Eldar](https://www.preferredenemies.com/2012/04/01/episode-25-armies-for-newbs-dark-eldar/) - This week, Armies for Newbs focuses on the Dark Eldar and their various pain-fueled and poisonous tricks. How do they stack up against some of the tougher, better-armored armies out there? Also, we discuss the new Citadel paint announcement, the impending arrival of a GW store to our area, and the final results of Rob's
- [Episode 24: Armies for Newbs - Chaos Space Marines](https://www.preferredenemies.com/2012/03/18/episode-24-armies-for-newbs-chaos-space-marines/) - Armies for Newbs continues with a look at the true bad guys of the 40K universe, the traitor legions of the Chaos Space Marines. Are they still up for fighting the Long War, or have 10,000 years of battle and new editions of the game finally blunted their spiked reach? Also, we take a look
- [Episode 23: Armies for Newbs - Tyranids](https://www.preferredenemies.com/2012/03/04/episode-23-armies-for-newbs-tyranids/) - In honor of the latest model releases, we continue Armies for Newbs with a look at the Great Devourer, the Tyranids. Are they a solid army choice for new players, or does the horde without number fall apart when faced with newer armies? Also, our opinions on the new Space Wolf and Tyranid kits -
- [Episode 22: Armies for Newbs - Eldar](https://www.preferredenemies.com/2012/02/19/episode-22-armies-for-newbs-eldar/) - This week, Armies for Newbs continues with a look at the very psychic, very specialized Eldar. Also, our friend Dustin sits in to discuss the results of the latest escalation league.
- [Episode 21: Armies for Newbs - Tau](https://www.preferredenemies.com/2012/02/05/episode-21-armies-for-newbs-tau/) - Armies for Newbs continues with a look at the very shooty Tau Empire. Also, we look at recent rumor revelations, talk about the current escalation league, and announce our new forums.
- [Episode 20: Armies for Newbs - Space Wolves](https://www.preferredenemies.com/2012/01/22/episode-20-armies-for-newbs-space-wolves/) - Our Armies for Newbs series continues with everyone's favorite space vikings, the Space Wolves. Also, our reactions to the rumored 6th Edition leak and the latest FAQs.
- [Episode 19: Armies for Newbs - Orks](https://www.preferredenemies.com/2012/01/08/episode-19-armies-for-newbs-orks/) - We start off the new year with a new series - Armies for Newbs - and we review the Orks and how they might appeal to a new player. Also, our 40K Christmas hauls and New Year's Resolutions.
- [Episode 18: Portents of the Future](https://www.preferredenemies.com/2011/12/25/episode-18-portents-of-the-future/) - We take a look at all the rumors that have been springing up online over the past few months, both for the next edition and the upcoming codexes. Does the future look bright? Listen and find out.
- [Episode 17: Putting It On the Table](https://www.preferredenemies.com/2011/12/11/episode-17-putting-it-on-the-table/) - The Preferred Enemies crew is back from our holiday break, and we talk about deployment and how we place our armies. Also, a recap of our recent league, and our 40K Christmas wishes.
- [Episode 16: Rise of the Necrons](https://www.preferredenemies.com/2011/11/13/episode-16-rise-of-the-necrons/) - Dustin from UnderDiscussion, our resident Necron player, joins us as we discuss the new Necron codex. The fluff, the rules, and the units - we discuss the book from cover to cover.
- [Episode 15: Open Mic Night at the Painting Table](https://www.preferredenemies.com/2011/10/31/episode-15-open-mic-night-at-the-painting-table/) - This week, Rob and Richard were busy painting miniatures, so we opened up the conversation to whatever came to mind. Ben joins us and used the time to give his tips and tricks for shopping for 40K on eBay, and we talk Tau, Necrons, and the first two weeks of our escalation league.
- [Episode 14: Know Your Slots - Heavy Support](https://www.preferredenemies.com/2011/10/16/episode-14-know-your-slots-heavy-support/) - It's a full table for the fifth and final installment of the Know Your Slots series - the Heavy Support slot. Join us as we discuss the big guns in our codexes, as well as our upcoming league and a friend's first 40K game.
- [Episode 13: Anti-Mech](https://www.preferredenemies.com/2011/10/02/episode-13-anti-mech/) - On this episode, our friend Tim sits in for Dennis as we talk about the various options for dealing with vehicles. How many times can we say "melta" in one episode? We keep track!
- [Episode 12: Know Your Slots - Fast Attack](https://www.preferredenemies.com/2011/09/18/episode-12-know-your-slots-fast-attack/) - It's part four of our Know Your Slots series, where we tackle the Fast Attack slot. Also, Richard, Jon, and Rob review Space Marine, and we announce the winner of our contest!
- [Episode 11: In Your Face!](https://www.preferredenemies.com/2011/09/04/episode-11-in-your-face/) - This week, we're talking about assault - our favorite units, our favorite weapons, and which stat we think is the most important in assault. Also, we talk about part 2 of the new Sisters codex and our recent gaming night.
- [Episode 10: Know Your Slots - Elites](https://www.preferredenemies.com/2011/08/22/episode-10-know-your-slots-elites/) - Kevin (Hooligan from UnderDiscussion) joins the Preferred Enemies crew for part three of our Know Your Slots series. Also, 'Ard Boyz coverage, and our first listener contest is announced!
- [Episode 9: Open Mic Night at the Terrain Shop](https://www.preferredenemies.com/2011/08/07/episode-9-open-mic-night-at-the-terrain-shop/) - This episode, Rob, Dennis, and Richard are up to their elbows in building terrain, so it's open discussion time as we prepare for our local store's first 40k event.
- [Episode 8: Know Your Slots - Troops](https://www.preferredenemies.com/2011/07/24/episode-8-know-your-slots-troops/) - Continuing our "Know Your Slots" series, we turn our attention to the Troops slot; we discuss our favorite troops (especially the ones that aren't troops) and how we use them.
- [Bonus Episode 3: WarGamesCon](https://www.preferredenemies.com/2011/07/12/bonus-episode-3-wargamescon/) - Dennis gives us his tournament report for WarGamesCon 2011 in Austin, his first Grand Tournament.
- [Episode 7: Listbuilding 101](https://www.preferredenemies.com/2011/07/10/episode-7-listbuilding-101/) - The Preferred Enemies crew spends this episode talking about the basics of list building - general strategy, preferred point levels, MSU v. deathstars, and comp scores. Also, Jon eats a hat.
- [Episode 6: Know Your Slots - HQs](https://www.preferredenemies.com/2011/06/26/episode-6-know-your-slots-hqs/) - Dennis returns and joins Rob, Jon, and Richard in a discussion all about the HQ slot - what we expect out of the HQ slot, how our codexes measure up with their HQs, our favorite HQs, and more.
- [Episode 5: Finding Your Inner Van Gogh](https://www.preferredenemies.com/2011/06/12/episode-5-finding-your-inner-van-gogh/) - Rob, Jon, and Richard talk painting miniatures - should you paint, why we paint, how we paint, and how we avoid painting burnout.
- [Bonus Episode 2 - Diecon 11, Day 2](https://www.preferredenemies.com/2011/06/07/bonus-episode-2-diecon-11-day-2/) - Rob finishes up his recap of DieCon 11's Grand Tournament. Does he manage to redeem himself after a day of losses? And how many power armor lists are there in the field? Listen to find out!
- [Bonus Episode 1 - Diecon 11, Day 1](https://www.preferredenemies.com/2011/06/05/bonus-episode-1-diecon-11-day-1/) - Rob reports from the GT at DieCon 11 and talks about the tournament so far. Tables, opponents, where things went right, and where things went wrong.
- [Episode 4: Taking Your Show on the Road](https://www.preferredenemies.com/2011/05/29/episode-4-taking-your-show-on-the-road/) - Hop on board the party van as we discuss taking your game from your home to an event at a store or convention. Necessary gear, proper army transport, and the right frame of mind - we talk about everything you need to take with you to a tournament. We also give a couple of podcast
- [Episode 3: The Good, the Bad, and the Weird](https://www.preferredenemies.com/2011/05/15/episode-3-the-good-the-bad-and-the-weird/) - Jon, Dennis, Richard, and Rob discuss their picks for the best and worst units in their codexes, as well as those units that almost make the cut. Swiss Army knives, underwhelming troops, runty nobs, competitive slots, and special translation hats are just a few of the topics we hit in this one. We finish up
- [Getting Started: Battleforce Army Lists](https://www.preferredenemies.com/2011/05/03/getting-started-battleforce-army-lists/) - As promised, here's seven (we found one more!) legal 500-point lists you can build from GW's 40k battleforce boxes.
- [Episode 2: The Poster Boys of 40K](https://www.preferredenemies.com/2011/05/01/episode-2-the-poster-boys-of-40k/) - For our second episode, we're joined by our friend Dan for a discussion about Space Marines of all flavors - vanilla, psychic, furry, red, and spiky. We get into their strengths and weaknesses, how we use them, how we try to deal with them, and what makes the newer power armor codexes so wonderfully flexible
- [Episode 1: Let's Get Started!](https://www.preferredenemies.com/2011/04/17/episode-1-lets-get-started/) - The premiere episode of Preferred Enemies hits the intarwebs!! The Preferred Enemies crew - Rob, Dennis, Richard, and Jon - get their podcast started by tackling the subject of how to get started in Warhammer 40K. We discuss how we got started in the game, and move on to various aspects of getting into the
- [Recording with the UnderDiscussion Crew](https://www.preferredenemies.com/2011/04/03/recording-with-the-underdiscussion-crew/) - Yesterday, we recorded our first pre-release podcast with the crew from UnderDiscussion, for their Warhammer 40K episode.
- [Coming Soon...](https://www.preferredenemies.com/2011/03/30/coming-soon/) - Preferred Enemies, the Undergopher Warhammer 40K podcast, is coming soon! Watch this space for more details!

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