Preferred Enemies - A Warhammer 40K Podcast
by Preferred Enemies
Preferred Enemies is a podcast devoted to the Warhammer 40K miniatures wargame. We cover all aspects of the game, including painting and modeling, diving into the rules, and games both competitive and casual. Whether you're new to the universe of Warhammer 40,000 or a well-established player, we've got you covered.
Episodes
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Episode 360: 11th Edition - Where Do We Go From Here?
The honeymoon phase of 11th Edition is over. The first quarter of balance updates are complete, the first three codexes are out, and there's no new releases for the rest of the year. So... where do we go from here? Where is the game sitting right now, what are the biggest problems being seen with...
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Episode 359: The 11th Edition Adeptus Custodes Codex Review
The third codex of 11th Edition is here, and it's solid gold! Well, auramite, actually, because in this episode, we're discussing the new Adeptus Custodes codex. The Emperor's bodyguards have had an almost-full line refresh, as well as having their Imperial Armour models converted to plastic and...
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Episode 358: The 11th Edition Space Marine Codex Review
The second 11th Edition codex has landed, and it's full of poster boys in power armor! In this episode, we review the brand new Space Marines codex. Everything about this codex is big - big page count, big unit roster, and big changes to how the army plays. We dig into the returning Combat...
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Episode 357: The Return of Listener Mail!
It's time for something we haven't done in a long time - a mailbag episode! In the last few weeks, we've gathered a critical mass of messages, and we decided to revive the old listener mail section for this episode. From new narrative events, to answering some critiques, to delving into our...
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Episode 356: The 11th Edition Ork Codex Review
The first codex of 11th Edition is in our hands, and it's loaded with green! In this episode, we dive into the brand new Orks codex and get our first taste of what codexes will look like in the new edition. We look at what's included, what's not, and what's new in this book. Does this book feel...
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Episode 355: The Pain Points of 11th Edition
Change is often uncomfortable, and editions changes are even more so. 11th Edition has brought a lot of changes, both small and large, to Warhammer 40K, and most of them have been pretty well-received. That said, there are a few things that have brought a bit of extra friction to the game, had...
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Episode 354: Dominatus
One of Games Workshop's stated goals is to bridge the gap between narrative and competitive play, and the Dominatus narrative deck is their first attempt to build that bridge. In this episode, we're going to dive into the deck and give our thoughts, along with Rob's experience with running and...
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Episode 353: 11th Edition - Our First Impressions
It's finally here, fully playable, we've dipped our toes in, and the water is... interesting! That's right, 11th Edition is now released and we're 4 and a half (?) games in, and it's time to talk about our experiences so far. From adventures in getting an Armageddon box from the Games Workshop...
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Episode 352: On the Precipice of 11th Edition
11th Edition is almost here, with less than a week before its official release! In this episode, we discuss the releases in the last two weeks, including the core rules, the faction packs, and the event guides. We delve into what's included, what's still missing, the first pre-launch errata, and...
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Episode 351: Midwest Conquest 2026
Another year, and another Midwest Conquest is in the books! Join our hosts as we record live from Rob's dining room after the end of Midwest Conquest 2026. First We discuss the raffle army Rob painted, the GT results, and the painting competition. Then, we move onto a long discussion about the...
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Episode 350: Armageddon Unboxed!
We now know what's in the box! The full contents of Armageddon have been revealed, and we have thoughts. In part one, we go through all the contents and discuss what's included, what's not included, the surprises, and which faction got the best minis (spoiler - it's the Orks). Then, in part two…
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Episode 349: The Return of Yarrick
The reports of his death were only slightly exaggerated, but Commissar Yarrick has returned! In this episode, we take a look at the new Return of Yarrick narrative supplement, as well as the Armoured Gauntlet rules supplement. Has Yarrick arrived just in time to save Armageddon again? And will we...
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Episode 1: Let's Get Started! (15th Anniversary Re-release)
15 years ago today, we released our first episode on the internet. That's been 350 episodes ago, and we've come a long way since then, but every journey starts with a single step. That inaugural episode was all about getting started! Rob, Dennis, Richard, and original host Jon tackled the subject...
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Episode 348: Adepticon and Apocalypse
It's time to talk big things, with big reveals, big changes, and big battles! In part one, we talk about all the Adepticon reveals, from the return to Armageddon (again) to the reveal of 11th Edition and all the changes it entails. It's not a complete reset, but it is going to shake things up...
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(April Fools) 11th Edition - the Fool Rules Revealed
11th Edition was officially announced at Adepticon, but details on the rules changes are still sketchy - until now! In a seemingly-unlikely series of events, what appears to be a legitimate copy of the text of the next edition has made its way into our hands. With that, it's time to peel back the...
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Episode 347: Narrative Play 3 with Chris Stover
It's time for a narrative three-peat as we welcome Chris Stover, narrative play organizer and occasional sorcerous villain, back to the show for a discussion on all things narrative! We chat with Chris about his experience wearing power armor, the appeal of narrative gaming, some of his upcoming...
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Episode 346: Catching Up with Products and Pirates
There's been a lot to cover over the past couple of weeks, and it's time to play a bit of catching up with news and new releases. With the upcoming return of Apocalypse, a new class of Knight, a new trio of character datasheets, and a balance dataslate of sorts, we've got a lot to discuss in part...
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Episode 345: Predicting 11th Edition
It's no secret that the next edition of Warhammer 40K is coming later this year, but what is currently secret is how it'll change the game. In this episode, we break out our crystal ball, analyze current trends, and make our best guesses as to what may or may not change in 11th Edition. Will the...
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Episode 344: 500 Worlds and The Maelstrom
It's time for a narrative review double-header! As the end of Tenth Edition draws closer, Games Workshop is rolling out narrative sets to highlight some of the hotspots in the galaxy, and in this episode, we look at the first two releases. In part one, we delve into the 500 Worlds set, featuring...
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Episode 343: Faction Focus - The Imperium
In this episode, we wrap up our Faction Focus series with a look at the various forces of the Imperium. Well, all the ones that aren't Space Marines. Well, maybe one force that is made up of Space Marines, as a treat. From the most elite genetically modified super-soldiers, to religious zealots…
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Episode 342: Faction Focus - Xenos
Continuing with our Faction Focus series, we move from the forces of Chaos to the various non-human species that populate the galaxy of the 41st millennium. From ancient robot empires to newly-arrived hungry hive minds, from ascetic space elves to capitalist space dwarves, from coalition-building...
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Episode 341: Faction Focus - Chaos
Our Faction Focus series continues as we take a look at the forces of Chaos. From the four Chaos Gods themselves, to the Space Marines that turned traitor in their service, it's spikey and evil all the way down. What do the Chaos Gods want? How do the Chaos Marines differ from their loyalist...
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Episode 340: Faction Focus - Space Marines
It's time to kick off our Faction Focus series with a look at the most iconic force in Warhammer 40,000 - the Space Marines. If you've seen anything about Warhammer, you're probably familiar with Space Marines, but what exactly are they? Where do they come from, lore-wise? Why are they the most...
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Episode 339: The 2025 Grand Narrative
The lords of war have led their factions, the stories are told, the armies are packed away - and now it's time for our coverage! Kevin and Dennis were at the Warhammer 40K Grand Narrative in Atlanta, and they've got their own tales to tell. For the first time, they're both on the same side…
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Episode 338: Getting Started with Warhammer 40K
It's a new era for the show, and that means it's a good time to talk about getting started! In this episode, Rob and Kevin discuss getting started in the Warhammer 40,000 hobby. We walk you through tips on everything from where to find your inspiration, how to go about picking an army, ways to…
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Episode 337: Catching Up with 40K Updates
There’s been a lot of new releases and announcements since our look at characters, so it’s time to catch up with the updates! First off, we’ve got a big announcement for the podcast that should be a sign of great things to come. Then, we dive into the seven new holiday battleforces announced, and...
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Episode 336: The History of Characters and the Character Encyclopedia
If there’s one thing that Warhammer 40,000 is loaded with, it’s unique characters who are often pivotal to the story. But how have those characters been reflected on the tabletop? In this episode, inspired by the new Warhammer 40,000 Character Encyclopedia, we dive into all things...
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Episode 335: 10th Edition Drukhari
The time is finally upon us – the final codex (or at least, the last index to become a codex) of 10th Edition is here! In this episode, we delve into the new Drukhari codex, to see what the dark spiky cousins of the Aeldari are bringing in their new book. How is Power from Pain getting reworked?...
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Episode 334: Narrative Play 2 with Chris and Rachel
It’s time to talk narrative events again! This year, we’re joined by two guests – narrative loremasters Chris Stover and Rachel Strouhal. Both have been involved in multiple narrative events over the years, including the NoVA Open Narrative and the Warhammer 40,000 Grand Narrative, where you may...
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Episode 333: 10th Edition Imperial Knights
We’ve covered the spiky evil giant stompy robots of the Chaos Knights a few episodes ago, and so now it’s time for their less-spiky loyalist cousins, the Imperial Knights! We delve into the new codex, examine the changes between it and the index, and talk through the new detachments included. Did...
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Episode 332: Tenth Edition’s Second-Year Gradecard
We are two years into 10th Edition, and it’s time for our yearly scoring of how the game is delivering on various promises. With 12 more codexes, 2 more narrative campaign books, a new tournament mission pack, 30 extra detachments, and 4 quarterly balance updates released since last time, there’s…
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Episode 331: 10th Edition Leagues of Votann
We may be down two hosts, but that doesn’t mean we’re coming up short this episode – it’s time to delve deep into the new Leagues of Votann codex! In part one, we look at the new Votann models and dig into the updated lore of the Kin. Then, in part two, we look at the completely reworked army…
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Episode 330: Triple Feature – Previews, Templars, and Knights
Not one, not two, but three things to discuss! First off, we talk about the latest Summer previews, including the surprise Votann drops and the new Space Marine characters and combat patrols. Then, it’s off to the first of two codex reviews with a look at the new Black Templars codex supplement....
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Episode 329: Catching Up with Crusade: Armageddon
It’s time to finish catching up with all the things we’ve put off due to Midwest Conquest and multiple new codexes, so as promised, it’s time for our look at Crusade: Armageddon – but that’s not all! In part one, we dive into the balance dataslate, points updates, and new detachments released…
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Episode 328: 10th Edition Chaos Knights
The Year of Chaos continues, and this installment stomps in with giant robotic feet! In this episode, we take a look at the new Chaos Knights codex. In the past, we’ve been pretty firm that Knights aren’t the most fun army to play against, and Chaos Knights in particular have been pretty one-note...
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Episode 327: Midwest Conquest 2025
Another year, and another Midwest Conquest is in the books! Like last year, Kevin and Dennis ran the Narrative event, and this time it’s bigger than before. Escalating game sizes, heroic and villainous tracks, assist characters – listen to find out how they ran the event, and what Rob’s…
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Episode 326: 10th Edition Space Wolves
The release schedule is fast and furious now, just like the army we’re looking at today! In this episode, we dive into the new Space Wolves codex supplement. The viking-themed fighters from Fenris return, and we take a look at how well they’ve managed the conversion from index to codex. Did they...
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Episode 325: 10th Edition Thousand Sons
Just as planned, the last of the four god-specific legions has made their appearance! In this episode, we delve into the new 10th edition codex for the Thousand Sons, the masters of chaotic magic. In an edition where psychic powers aren’t really a thing, how has Games Workshop made a psychic army...
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Episode 324: 10th Edition Death Guard and World Eaters
The Year of Chaos is now in full swing, with not one, but two Chaos codexes dropping simultaneously! In this episode, we dive into the new Death Guard and World Eaters codexes. In part one, it’s Nurgle time, as we pick through plagues with the Death Guard. Has their contagion-based army rule...
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Episode 323: The Adepticon 2025 Previews
Adepticon has come and gone, and it brought a new set of Warhammer previews! Games Workshop gave us a little bit of everything, from an army for the Old World never before seen on the tabletop, to a new pair of Kill Teams duking it out, to several 40K army updates, to a brand new Crusade book! We...
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Episode 322: The Spring 2025 Balance Update and Other Goodies
It’s a new quarter, and that means a new set of balance updates – but that’s not all! In this episode, we discuss several changes and new options that GW has delivered. We start off discussing the new Aspects of War series in White Dwarf and the first installment’s stratagem replacements. Next…
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Episode 321: Crusade – Nachmund Gauntlet
The next Crusade book is upon us, and it’s time to return to the Nachmund Gauntlet! In past editions, the fighting was mostly focused on Vigilus, but this time around, GW is focusing on Sangua Terra at the other end of the Gauntlet. In this episode, we take a look at the new Crusade book and...
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Episode 320: 10th Edition Emperor’s Children
It’s time for excess as a new faction is released! In this episode, we crack open the new Champions of Slaanesh launch box for the brand-new Emperor’s Children. We take a look at the new models for their lord, their battleline units, and the debut of plastic Noise Marines. Then, it’s time to…
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Episode 319: A Bit of Random Hobby Discussion
We’re between releases and down a host (for a good reason!), so why not take some time to catch up with what we’ve got going on? First, our thoughts on the new special ultra edition of the upcoming Chaos legion codexes, then onto a discussion about The Old World and how it might just be the most...
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Episode 318: 10th Edition Aeldari
The Craftworlds are back with a new codex and new ways to play! In this episode, we delve into the new Aeldari codex, including the new Battle Focus rule, all nine (9!) playable detachments, and all the unit changes. With Strands of Fate replaced and shunted to a single detachment, how different...
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Episode 317: The Las Vegas Open 2025 Narrative
Preferred Enemies returns to Las Vegas for the LVO Narrative! This time, Dennis joins Kevin for his first Las Vegas Open experience. While over 1000 players were duking it out in the Grand Tournament, Dennis and Kevin delved into the smaller, but no less exciting, Narrative event. Between…
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Episode 316: 10th Edition Astra Militarum
The first new codex of 2025 is here, and it’s the Hammer of the Emperor – the Astra Militarum! In this episode, we crack open the new Death Korps of Krieg army box and the codex within, and do our best to figure out the orders we’ve been given. How do the new models look? How do the new…
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Episode 315: Grotmas – A Lot of Presents, A Bit of Coal
We’ve already talked about the balance dataslate and Deathwatch, and now it’s time to unwrap the rest of the Grotmas present bounty! In this episode we get through (most of) the rest of the Grotmas bounty, in order from day 1 to day 22. Everybody got something, but will everyone enjoy what they...
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Episode 314: It’s a Grotmas Miracle!
With Dennis and Kevin back from the Grand Narrative, we can now talk about some great and wondrous things! First up, we discuss the Warhammer preview and how it might just be the best one yet. While some things were expected, and others anticipated, some things we got were beyond our wildest...
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Episode 313: The Grand Narrative 2024
Hundreds of players descended upon Atlanta to play in this year’s Grand Narrative, and we had two representatives of the Preferred Enemies crew in the thick of it! Which grand alliance will come out on top? Will Dennis’s Votann discover, demolish, and deliver? Will Kevin survive his new cosplay?...
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Preferred Enemies is a podcast devoted to the Warhammer 40K miniatures wargame. We cover all aspects of the game, including painting and modeling, diving into the rules, and games both competitive and casual. Whether you're new to the universe of Warhammer 40,000 or a well-established player, we've got you covered.
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