Rise of the Machines

For those that don't personally know me, you are probably unaware that I have been disenchanted with Warhammer 40k as of late. But I have recently had my spirits bolstered by going back to my first army, Space Marines. Specifically I have gotten back to playing mechanised Imperial Fists with assault terminators.

Just as terrifying in real life as on the tabletop.

And quite honestly it has made all the difference in my enjoyment of the game. The list has focused on a trio of rhinos, a razorback, and a landraider with Lysander and friends. It has been enjoyable because it has greatly opened up the movement phase and has seen fighting start immediately in my games. Further it has greatly sped up my games, with many of my movement phases lasting only two or three minutes. While the lists themselves are not overpowering nor likely to be successful in a tournament situation, it has been a breath of fresh air in friendly games. 

So here is the real takeaway, if you are experiencing burnout, try a variant on your games. I changed armies, but I also think varying the format and trying things like kill team can help you. It has rejuvenated my game, and hopefully it will rejuvenate yours.