Warhammer 40k Events and Leagues FAQ

Looking to play Warhammer 40,000 at Mighty Melee Games? This FAQ covers the most common questions about our 40K events, RTTs, tournaments and leagues.

Mighty Melee Games is a dedicated tabletop wargaming venue and hobby store based in Market Drayton, serving players from Shropshire, Staffordshire, Cheshire, the West Midlands and beyond.

We run regular Warhammer 40,000 events throughout the year, including RTTs, leagues and larger organised play events. Whether you're attending your first competitive event or chasing a podium finish, you'll find a friendly, welcoming community and plenty of opportunities to roll dice.

Warhammer 40,000 at Mighty Melee Games

  • Regular Warhammer 40,000 RTTs and tournaments
  • Seasonal 40K leagues
  • Dedicated wargaming venue with full-size gaming tables
  • Games Workshop tournament terrain layouts
  • Best Coast Pairings (BCP) support
  • Active Discord community for arranging games and discussing the hobby

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a Best Coast Pairings (BCP) account?

Yes. All MMG Warhammer 40,000 events and leagues use Best Coast Pairings (BCP) for registrations, pairings, results and standings.

When do I need to submit my army list?

Army lists must be submitted through Best Coast Pairings (BCP) by 23:59 on the Wednesday before the event unless otherwise stated in the event pack.

Late list submissions may result in penalties or removal from the event at the organiser's discretion.

Can I change my army list after submission?

No. Once list submission closes, army lists are considered locked.

The organiser may allow corrections to resolve genuine administrative errors, but list changes after the submission deadline are generally not permitted.

What rules are used?

MMG Warhammer 40,000 events use Matched Play rules, the current Mission Deck, current army construction rules, and the latest published FAQs and errata available at the time of the event.

What terrain layouts are used?

Terrain layouts are randomly selected from the current Games Workshop Chapter Approved Tournament Companion.

Players should expect Games Workshop tournament-standard layouts and terrain placement throughout the event.

When will I know my first-round opponent?

Round 1 pairings, mission information and terrain layout details are normally published on the MMG Community Discord on the Friday before the event.

Do I need to join the MMG Community Discord?

Yes for leagues and strongly recommended for events.

League administration, game scheduling, pairings, event announcements and important updates are all managed through the MMG Community Discord.

Do my models need to be painted?

Painting requirements vary by event. Check the event pack or league pack for specific requirements.

How are league standings decided?

League standings are determined using the following tiebreakers:

  1. Wins
  2. Battle Points
  3. Wins Strength of Schedule (SOS)
  4. Battle Points Strength of Schedule (SOS)
  5. Wins Extended Strength of Schedule (Extended SOS)
  6. Battle Points Extended Strength of Schedule (Extended SOS)
  7. Random determination if still tied

Strength of Schedule (SOS) measures how well your opponents performed during the event or league. Playing against opponents who achieve strong results can improve your SOS score.

What happens if my opponent forfeits a league game?

If a player is awarded a win because their opponent forfeits, withdraws or fails to play their scheduled game, the active player will receive an 85-0 victory.

The forfeiting player will receive a 0-85 loss.

What happens if I receive a bye?

Any bye awarded by the organiser will be scored as an 85-0 victory unless otherwise stated in the event pack.

Why are forfeits and byes scored as 85-0 rather than 100-0?

MMG uses an 85-0 score for forfeits and byes to balance fairness and competitive integrity.

Players who are ready, willing and able to play should receive a strong result when an opponent forfeits or a bye is awarded. However, automatic 100-0 scores can artificially inflate battle point totals and have an outsized impact on league standings and tiebreakers.

An 85-0 result rewards the active player with a significant victory while keeping standings more representative of games actually played on the table.

Can I concede a game?

Players may concede a game. Any concession should be discussed with the organiser and scored in accordance with the event or league pack.

How do I arrange league games?

League games are organised through the MMG Community Discord server. Players are responsible for making reasonable efforts to arrange their games within the round deadline.

What if a game cannot be arranged?

The organiser will review the circumstances and determine the outcome based on player communication, availability and effort made to schedule the game.

Can I use proxies or 3D printed models?

Reasonable proxies and 3D printed models may be permitted provided they are clear, appropriate and do not infringe intellectual property rights. The organiser's decision is final.

Who do I contact if I have a rules question?

Contact the organiser through the MMG Community Discord or speak to a member of staff at the venue.

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