On today’s Art of War Battle Report, Richard's Mercenary Oathband Leagues of Votann take on Michael's Freebooterz Krew Orks in this clash of new rules!

As always, this competitive battle report is going to focus on the tactics and strategies employed by two of the best players in the world. Stay tuned to find how competitive the new Orks and Votann detachments are on the table!

Richard's Votann are led by 2x Brokhyr Iron-Master, one with the Etacarn SB9 Targeting Implant, a Grimnyr, a Kahl with Mercenary Prospector, and Uthar the Destined. Supported by 2x units of Hearthkyn Warriors, 2x Kapricus Carriers, 2x units of 6 and one unit of 3 Brokhyr Thunderkyn, a unit of 10 Einhyr Hearthguard, 2x Hekaton Land Fortresses, and a unit of Hernkyn Yaegirs.

Michael's Orks are led by 2x Beastbosses, one with Da Kaptin and 3x Big Mek with Shokk Attack Gun. Supported by 2x units of Beast Snagga Boyz, 6x Trukks, a unit of 10 Flash Gitz, 2x Gretchin units, 3x units of 10 Lootas, and 3x units of Tankbustas.

Today’s battle will be fought using Chapter Approved 2025-2026, Mission J, Linchpin Primary, Search and Destroy Deployment on Games Workshop Terrain Layout #2!