CAGBASH XIX – Warhammer 40,000 ITC Tournament
February 27 – March 1, 2026 • Butler County Fairgrounds, Hamilton, OH (CincyCon 2026)
CincyCon Weekend Badge: $25 early bird (required for tournament participation; purchase via CincyCon)
https://tabletop.events/conventions/cincycon-xvi-2026/badgetypes#
Tournament Entry Fee: $30 (supports Sanctuary at Homestead programs)
BCP Event Page
https://www.bestcoastpairings.com/event/cPwt4lVEIVh4
Contact:
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Welcome to CAGBASH XIX
Welcome to CAGBASH XIX at CincyCon! Get ready to participate in Cincinnati’s longest-running Warhammer 40,000 tournament. It is our pleasure to host the 19th year of CAGBASH and to help grow our local community. Here you will play five rounds against some of the most fun and competitive players in the hobby.
Cincinnati Arsenal Gaming (CAG) consistently strives to bring players from all walks of life together to assemble, paint, display, and play. Whether in friendly local game stores, charity events, conventions, or at home, we share heroic battle stories — and commiserate over epic dice failures — all in the spirit of community.
The Eddie “The Warboss” Axe Trophy
The Eddie “The Warboss” Axe Trophy honors our departed battle brother, Eddie Draper. Eddie’s impact was profound, touching many lives within the hobby community and beyond. This prestigious trophy will remain a fixture at CAGBASH, a place Eddie fondly regarded as his second home. The recipient is determined by combined ITC Hobby Track painting rubric results and outstanding sportsmanship — a true Warboss’s choppa!
The Ian Villamagna Memorial Best Painted Award
The Ian Villamagna Memorial Best Painted Award commemorates a beloved community painter who inspired countless hobbyists. Ian encouraged others to paint and grow, always bringing positivity and generosity to the table. We honor Ian’s legacy through this award dedicated to craftsmanship, cohesion, and creativity.
Who’s Who
Role Name
TO Head Judge Sean Pittman
Schedule Subject to Change
Saturday, February 28, 2026
Time Activity
8:00–8:30 AM Check-in & Setup
8:30–8:45 AM P Pairings Posted
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM Round 1
12:00 – 1:00 PM Lunch / Armies on Parade Display
1:00 – 4:00 PM Round 2
4:00 – 4:30 PM Break / Pairings
4:30 – 7:30 PM Round 3
7:45 PM Best Painted Judging / Announcements
Sunday, March 1, 2026
Time Activity
8:00–8:45 AM Check-in
8:45–9:00 AM Pairings & Report to Table
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM Round 4
12:00 – 12:30 PM Break / Pairings
12:30 – 3:30 PM Round 5
3:45 PM Awards Ceremony
Event Overview & Rules
Format: 5 Rounds • Strike Force (2,000 points) • ITC Scoring • Chapter Approved-style missions (or successor)
Army List Submission Deadline: February 20, 2026, via Best Coast Pairings (PDF or share link)
Mission Pack: Use the most up-to-date Games Workshop Chapter Approved / Tournament Companion. If a new pack releases less than two weeks before the event, we will not adopt changes.
Pairings: Best Coast Pairings (use browser for most reliable experience).
Boarding / Table Assignments: Posted in BCP and at HQ.
Mission Guidelines
• Battle Size: Strike Force (2,000 points)
• Army Selection: Follow the most up-to-date GW Chapter Approved / Tournament Companion rules as of February 13, 2026. If a new pack releases less than two weeks before the event, no changes will be adopted for CAGBASH XIX.
• Board Size: 60" x 44"
• Missions: Pre-generated from current GW tournament mission pool (secondary/gambit decks as applicable).
• Games: 5 Rounds, pairings and victory conditions based on GW Tournament Companion
Army Construction, Modeling & Painting
• Armies must be Battle-forged per the Warhammer 40,000 Core Rules and Strike Force guidelines.
• Use the most up-to-date GW/Forge World rules and FAQs available before February 13, 2026 (two weeks before the event).
• Army lists must be PRINTED and legible (e.g., New Recruit, 40k App), including all wargear, points, and upgrades. Bring a copy to share with each opponent (one copy you hand over per game is acceptable).
• WYSIWYG: Each model must accurately represent its roster entry.
• Conversions / Scratch Builds: Email approval requests (with photos) to
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• Factions painted differently than played must be pre-approved via email.
• Basing: Use current boxed-kit base sizes where possible. For guidance, reference the WTC base size document. (
https://worldteamchampionship.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/2024-Basisize-Document-WTC-version-1.3.xlsx)
Terrain Setup
Terrain Layout: We will use Games Workshop US Open Series layouts (or closest approximation) for consistency across tables. We will have New Terrain to add to our collection from A Critical Hit.
Sportsmanship & Code of Conduct
Sportsmanship & Code of Conduct: We follow the ITC Code of Conduct. Be respectful, play fair, and remember our house mantra: Don’t be a dick. Link: ITC Code of Conduct (QR / Link):
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1RFhFICnwr15wK0pdUcUnp0uNRn_-jUdtZvHKPTTR4Yo/edit?tab=t.0
Best Painted Rubric & Ian Villamagna Award (Armies on Parade)
At the end of the 2nd round, each player will evaluate their opponent's army for the Hobby Track scoring. The mandatory score sheet must be turned in before the round 3 penalty is a yellow card. During Saturday’s lunch (Armies on Parade), participants will be assigned a display spot for judging. Display board required. Minimum entry for consideration: 1 Character/Monster and 2 Units. All models must be fully painted. Does not have to be the army you are playing with in the tournament.
Purity Seal Challenges
During each round, the FIRST player/table to accomplish one of the following may claim a Purity Seal. You must loudly declare your battle cry when you achieve it!
Seal How to Earn It
SCRUPULOUS Be the first this round to destroy an entire enemy unit.
STRIKE AT THE HEART Be the first this round to slay the enemy Warlord.
BELLICOSE Be the first this round to table your opponent.
PERSEVERANCE Finish the game with only 1 unit left on the table.
SWIFT HUNTER Be the first table to submit scores for the round.
Battle Cries (examples): For the Emperor! • WAAAAGH!!! • Blood for the Blood God! • Tau — For the Greater Good! • Dark Angels — Repent! For tomorrow you die! • White Scars — For the Khan and the Emperor! • Space Wolves — *howl* • Imperial Fists — To your glory and the glory of Him on Terra! • Blood Angels — By the blood of Sanguinius! • Ultramarines — Courage and Honour! • Salamanders — Into the fires of battle, unto the anvil of war! • Raven Guard — Victory or Death! • Aeldari — Mael Dannan! • Necrons — *beep beep* • Tyranids — *roar*
Golden Pig Award – Miniature Painting Competition
Cincinnati Arsenal Gaming’s Golden Pig Award celebrates miniature artistry, riffing on Cincinnati’s iconic pig statues and CincyCon’s playful theme. Open to all painters (Any miniatures allowed including legal 3D prints). Categories may include: Single Miniature, Large Model. Entry fee and deadlines posted at the desk.
Learn more and sign up at the Cincinnati Arsenal Gaming HQ desk or via Tabletop. Events.
Sponsors & Donors
Sponsors & Donors: Please support the partners who support our community. Current list at Sanctuary at Homestead’s website:
https://sanctuaryathomestead.org/sponsors-and-donors
Thank you to all sponsors who make CAGBASH possible!
Charity Spotlight: Sanctuary at Homestead
Sanctuary at Homestead (SaH) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit serving our community by providing food, knowledge, and tabletop gaming. Your participation supports programs like Holiday Hope Boxes—seasonal meal kits and essentials for families—and the Sustainable Food Project—teaching raised-planter gardening on porches and small spaces. Together with the CAG community, we serve 400+ families a year across Greater Cincinnati and Dayton.
Questions? Visit the HQ desk or email:
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