Critical Hit Games runs January 40K RTT using Chapter Approved missions

Critical Hit Games hosted a 40K RTT at its Abingdon, Maryland store in January 2026 that used the 10th Edition Chapter Approved 2025-2026 Mission Pack and a 2000-point army building limit. The event ran as a three-round tournament and deliberately kept list submission simple by not requiring pre-submitted rosters.

The event page listed round and match timings, an entry fee, and an organizer contact email so players could check schedule details and ask rule questions in advance. The ticketing information also confirmed the venue address and event logistics, keeping the barrier to entry low for local players who wanted a straightforward RTT experience without complicated administrative steps.

Organizers awarded painting points as part of the scoring structure, and the event page explicitly noted that painting points would be granted even for unpainted armies. That policy helps newer or busy players participate without being shut out of hobby scoring, while still giving painters a clear reward path. For players balancing competition and hobby time, that approach makes the event attractive: you can bring an unpainted list and still score, but painted armies remain incentivized.

Using the Chapter Approved 2025-2026 Mission Pack means the RTT followed the current competitive mission set for 10th Edition rather than house missions, so lists and matchup preparation remain relevant for those tracking wider tournament trends. The 2000-point ceiling aligns with common competitive practice and lets players field larger battlegroups and battalion combinations that have become staples in the current edition.

Practical takeaways from the event model: you do not need to pre-submit lists, so prepare for on-the-day list checks and bring a printed or digital roster in case an organizer asks for clarification. Keep painting documentation or photos ready if you want to claim painting points quickly. Use the organizer contact email on the ticket page for questions about table setups, terrain rules, or match timing before you travel.

For the Abingdon local scene, the RTT format signals continued support for accessible, mission-pack-based tournaments that reward painting without excluding newcomers. Expect similar events to follow this template as clubs and stores aim to balance competitive play with hobby inclusivity. Check Critical Hit Games' event listings or use the organizer contact to stay on top of upcoming RTTs and any tweaks to format or scoring.