SYSTEMWarhammer 40k
LOCATION540 S Main St suite 112, Akron, OH 44311
NUMBER OF GAMES3

Basic Rules

  • Armies MUST consist of 2000 points or less, be Battle-forged, and be constructed in accordance with the relevant matched play rules in the 10th edition Warhammer 40,000 rulebook, Chapter Approved, Dataslate, and any relevant FAQs, Errata, and most recent publications for your faction.
  •  Players MUST use the same army list throughout the tournament.
  •  Material from Horus Heresy books IS NOT allowed in this event.
  •  Forge World army lists and Imperial Armour units (Forge World) are allowed in this event. In ALL cases, only the most recently published rules for any unit will be allowed. See Model Policy update about Forge World in the Major Notes box, above.
  •  Fortifications are allowed in this event, with the following rules for placement:
    •  A fortification is placed during the terrain placement step.
    • Fortifications must be at least 4.5” from other terrain pieces,and cannot be placed on objective markers.
    • A single,mutually agreeable, piece of terrain may be set aside to accommodate the fortification.
  • Missions will be taken from the most recent Games Workshop 40K Grand Tournament pack or rulebook
  • The Warhammer 40,000 10th Edition Rules and all relevant Official Games Workshop Errata and FAQs will be used.
  •  In the case of a conflict between a printed and digital version, the most recent update or FAQ will take precedence.
  •  Each player must bring a Warhammer 40,000 rulebook, the most currently published rules for all units represented in their army and all materials needed to play a game/report the results – including dice, measuring devices, and a writing implement.
  • All players are expected to abide by the Akron Brew Brawl Conduct Policy.
    • Tournament organizers will be the final determinant of what is and is not appropriate behavior.
  • The models used in your army must comply with the Akron Brew Brawl Model Policy – all models should be WYSIWYG, and painted to a minimum of 3-colors if possible. 3D printed models are allowed.
  • No Quarter: If illegal units or rules violations are found in a player’s list, that player will be disqualified and may either choose to withdraw themselves, or be removed from all subsequent play and forfeit eligibility for any awards. Please note, sanctions will be applied in the round the list issue is discovered. Players have a responsibility to notify judges of list discrepancies and previous round results will not be altered. Third-party reports are also permissible, provided they are in accordance with the procedure laid out in the Major Notes box, above. Please contact us at akronbrewbrawl@gmail.com,  or on the event Discord page to ask any questions you or your club may have regarding rules issues or legal units in advance.
  • You MUST have rules available for every unit in your army. In the case that a non-trivial ruling is required, and you are not able to provide the most current rules for a particular unit, the unit in question will be removed from all future play.
  • Akron Brew Brawl Tournament Judges’ and Officers’ rulings are final and arguments or poor conduct by players will not be tolerated. Akron Brew Brawl reserves the right to remove players from the event or Akron Brew Brawl itself with no refunds allowed.

Games

  • All players will play three 2 hour and 45-minute games and are only eligible for random drawings if they play all three of their games
  • To keep the tournament running, tournament organizers will make frequent announcements regarding time remaining in the round
  • After the ten (10) minute warning has been announced, NO additional Battle Rounds shall be started – there will be no exceptions. The judges reserve the right to end any game that goes over the scheduled time..
  • Observed instances of slow play will be subject to code of conduct violations and consequences. Akron Brew Brawl judges rulings will be final in this matter.

Play Space and Spectators

  • Spectators may watch the games from a safe distance but should maintain a safe distance as not to interfere with the game or to accidentally give out information that a player may not be aware of.  It is acceptable to be about 6+ feet away.  This also allows room for judges and staff when needed.
  • The only people allowed at the table are Judges, TOs, Event Staff and the people playing the game.  Spouses, significant others, teammates, etc are NOT allowed at the table.  This will give all spectators the best available view, and also give judges, event staff and TO’s ease of access to the table when the need arises.

Sportsmanship and Playing

  • Any unsportsmanship-like conduct can and will disqualify you from the tournament.  This applies to any and all rules within this document and rules within the tournament packet if applicable.
  • Any form of cheating, will immediately disqualify you from the event and potentially up to other future events.
  • Before any actions are taken (dice rolls, roster choice, etc), please go over the table, re-measure elements  and be 100% clear of the table state as things can and will be moved, mats can shrink etc, during the convention.  If you have a question about an element please call for a judge.
  • Discuss all terrain features with your opponent before the start of the game die rolls. 
  • During play, be sure you and your opponent are clear on all your intentions and what you are doing during the game.  If need be, you may need to speak up as it can be loud in the hall.  Communication is key to having a good, clean game!