What is going on with Combat Patrol magazine?

[@Rolman3D]

Ironically I’ve been seeing them in a bunch of local WHSmiths. I missed out on imperium so I’ve had to scour eBay for deals in order to bolster my Necron canoptek court. I was disappointed that combat patrol magazines have nothing for Necrons but it does make sense given how many imperium magazines were Necron focused.

[@Mark.Matthews]

Grabbed 3 copies of the first issue for converting a chaplain and 3 x tryanid warriors. That's 150 quids worth so happy with that. I'll try and grab other things i need as it goes along

[@braverzero3709]

Enjoying your guys content! Super new to 40 k. Got my first game of Combat patrol in last month, I've played 4 so far. I have 2 other friends who got into the game at the same time and 1 veteran player - the vet had all the units to form their combat patrol. It's convenient to get started and took a lot of the pain of learning every model in the army and trying to decide what is good and what isn't. It's been fun, but I'll admit I'm already ready to bump up to plain 500 point games. Having just 4-5 units doesn't feel good when two of them get wiped out by some bad dice rolls by turn 2. Then you're not really playing the missions at that point. My friend brought up boarding actions and I'm definitely interested. We were debating whether or not we would play next at 500 points with combat patrol rules or use big 40k rules - I think it should depend on what units we bring to the table. If all units have combat patrol rules then we agree to play by those ones but if any player takes a unit without combat patrol rules, we will play by the big 40k datasheets and can use combat patrol missions. I'm ready to step up to 1k already lol.

[@WorHammer40k]

Its always fun stepping up the points. I sometimes find it hard to balance a 500 or 1k point game as some armies just simply do better at small point costs. Just keep the games to a point where its fair and fun because as you mentioned, if you loose 2 5ths of your army its even worse at 1k/2k games haha Boarding actions am really interested in learning/playing. Something different from the regular 40k games, means you can take a break from combat patrol whilst you wait for more models to come to build up your points!

[@JawaBob]

My crackpot theory: the reason GW didn't release a roadmap was because the magazine sales exceeded GWs predictions and standing inventory. So they're having to dedicate production to fulfill the order late and hope no one notices. If this is the case, I'm not sure what would be worse. Either they fail to complete the order and have to cancel the magazine release abroad or they continue to postpone new releases as the combat patrols contine to take up their limited production capacity. But like I said it's just my wild speculation at this point.

[@WorHammer40k]

Tin foil predictions are the best. Issue is with your prediction is nether solution is great :( - They will be spinning up there UK factory to try and catch up on orders. Considering GW print to order some models and say delivery can take up to 365 days, i dont see them cancelling the release abroad and just going with the postponement option.

[@timchazer3113]

I applied at the start of the year, had all of my issues sent no problem

[@ph0n1k]

My only gripe is 2 chaos armys and no Tau.

[@jarlgrimnar9513]

Odd I signed up tot the trial and have had issues 1-6 delivered so far without any issues

[@WorHammer40k]

Dans lucky am replying! He would be canny mad reading your comment haha

[@6Stevo]

I think the magazine is better for the hobbyist rather than the gamer. It would appeal to people who just want to collect and paint all kinds of different miniatures and factions

[@WorHammer40k]

Ayyye Good shout Stevo - Am 100% stealing from Dan when he doesnt want a magazine but can easily see the appeal to those wanting a nice collection!

[@riggels330]

Im not a fan of the fact that the USA people have to wait longer for the subscription.

[@piotrjeske4599]

Be happy you can get it at all

[@WorHammer40k]

The whole rollout isn't great, USA will still get it before Dan knowing his luck!

[@legwah1576]

​@@piotrjeske4599 wow you're a real treat eh?

[@MrDacat]

I sub online to avoid all the hunting, I got it cuz I always wanted to start collecting them and this seem like a great way to start, also maybe I can have a few solo games while getting started

[@creatorsquest5956]

first I guess loving the videos guys

[@WorHammer40k]

Very kind thank you!

[@piotrjeske4599]

Not sold in my part of europe. Seems like a good problem to have.

[@WorHammer40k]

Ooh that removes the temptation haha

[@Sonofgoku1]

I’m interested in all of the magazines but my pile of shame is screaming no to me

[@WorHammer40k]

You'll become tone deaf to those screams, just keep ignoring them ;)

[@MrDacat]

I got a delay and did not sign up for trial

[@musicpassionluv4life]

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[@WorHammer40k]