The Las Vegas Open isn’t just about crushing skulls in top-table tournaments—it’s also one of the best places in the world to dive headlong into epic narrative Warhammer.
Whether you’re a returning champion of past LVO campaigns or a first-timer curious about telling your army’s story, 2025’s lineup of narrative events has something tailored just for you. Here’s a look at what’s on offer—and how each event gives you a different way to experience the world’s biggest tabletop convention.
Warhammer 40,000 Narrative Experience
2v2 Format • 1,000 points per player • Friday–Sunday
Organizer: Darren Gross
This is the flagship 40K narrative event at LVO, and it just keeps getting better. In past years, alliances have clashed across a shared warzone map, with players teaming up to seize territory and change the course of the unfolding story. This year continues that tradition with dramatic 2v2 games where teamwork, table talk, and surprise tactics are the name of the game.
Don’t expect standard matched play missions—these scenarios are wild, cinematic, and rich with narrative twists. The standard ticket gets you cool swag like a poker chip, pin, sticker, and magnet, but if you’re the kind of warlord who likes to go all-in, the premium package adds a custom t-shirt, exclusive dice and tray, and a premium gift. You even get your convention badge bundled in.
It’s fast-paced, it’s friendly, and it’s a blast whether you’re a grizzled veteran of the narrative scene or just want to see what happens when storytelling takes center stage.
Warhammer: The Horus Heresy Narrative Campaign
Character-Driven Campaign • 2 Games/Day • Friday–Sunday
Organizer: Reed Cothorn
Back by popular demand, the Horus Heresy narrative event remains one of the most characterful experiences at LVO. This isn’t about tabling your opponent—it’s about telling a story. You’ll follow your warlord’s journey across multiple battles in the Age of Darkness, making heroic (or treacherous) decisions that echo throughout the weekend.
Players return every year for the relaxed pace and immersive storytelling, using all the latest rules from Age of Darkness 2.0. It’s perfect for those who want to bring a lovingly painted army, roll dice, and watch their Legion’s saga unfold.
The premium ticket includes some serious loot—dice, dice tray, premium gift, and all your event and con materials. The standard version keeps it simple with the core swag set.
If you’re passionate about the Heresy, this is where your narrative belongs.
Age of Sigmar Grand Narrative
Doubles Format • 1,000 points per player • Friday–Sunday
Organizer: Nawroh Aitch
The Mortal Realms come alive in this doubles narrative spectacular. Each player brings a 1,000-point army (don’t worry if you don’t have a partner—most people get matched up day-of or via Discord beforehand), and together you’ll carve a path through dramatic scenarios filled with enhancements like the Anvil of Apotheosis and Legends warscrolls.
This event is a fan-favorite for those who love Age of Sigmar but want something more freeform and fun than tournament play. It’s all about unique lists, wild objectives, and forging a shared story with your battle buddy.
Like the others, it comes in two tiers: a standard ticket with core event swag, and a premium package that adds a shirt, dice, tray, premium gift, and your convention badge.
Kill Team Narrative Experience
Skirmish-Based Narrative • Friday–Sunday
Organizer: Dakotah Luster (Squad Games)
For those who prefer high-stakes drama in tight quarters, the Kill Team narrative campaign is a fast, flexible way to experience Warhammer storytelling. Each game zooms in on elite operatives fighting across unique and dangerous missions, with twists and consequences that evolve over the course of the weekend.
Squad Games brings their signature flair to this event, and if you’ve attended in previous years, you know it’s the perfect blend of crunchy skirmish tactics and dramatic storytelling.
This one’s just a standard ticket offering, but it still comes with the full narrative flair—custom pin, magnet, sticker, and poker chip included.
So, What’s the Best Fit for You?
Whether you’re returning to finish a story arc you started last year or diving in for the first time, LVO’s narrative scene is the place to go big, go bold, and go home with memories that last longer than a tournament trophy.
The only question now is: What story will your army tell?
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