First of all, a huge thank you to everyone who attended and helped make the Welsh National Championships 2026 such a brilliant weekend. With 100 players in attendance, the venue was packed with dice, drama and just the right amount of nonsense.
This event also marked an important milestone, as it was the first Welsh National Championship played using the new BB2025 Season 3 rules. Flat tiering was used throughout the tournament to help gauge how teams perform under the updated ruleset and to give valuable insight into balance, roster choices and skill effectiveness going forward.
Special thanks go to:
- Head Ref and Organiser: Jayward
- Assistant Ref and Organiser: Thatasianguy
- Emergency Hero: Mef Spores, for stepping in as a spare player and saving the day
Your efforts kept the tournament running smoothly from first kick off to final whistle.
Main Event Results
Please give a massive welcome to the Welsh National Champions first ever third season winner.
- 1st Place: Chuck-Dredd (OWA)
- 2nd Place: Jacob T (OWA)
- 3rd Place: Rubick (Orcs)
Other Awards
- Stunty Cup: IcelandicShayman (Halflings)
- Most Touchdowns: Ulvardar (Underworld) – 14 TDs
- Most Casualties: Danny (Undead) – 25 Casualties
- Wooden Spoon: Scroogemcgull (Lizardmen)
Alliance Champions
A brand new category for 2026, celebrating the best performing teams within each alliance.
- Top Old World Classic: Chuck-Dredd (OWA)
- Elven Kingdoms (including Wood Elves): TomtheOwl (Dark Elves)
- Underworld Challenge: Grumbledook (Underworld)
- Badlands Brawl: Rubick (Orcs)
- Chaos Clash: The_GC (Nurgle)
- Sylvanian Spotlight: Danny (Undead)
- Lustrian Superleague: Orcster (Lizardmen)
A great way to showcase strength across every corner of the game.
Painting Awards
Best Painted Team: Atrellu’s (OWA)
There were so many teams submitted for Best Painted that there simply was not enough room to feature them all here. A separate post will be created to showcase every painted team, so keep an eye out for that soon.
Literally the Only Painted Sheepy Re-roll: Beard
Possibly the most specific award ever given. Entirely deserved.
Final Thoughts
The Welsh Nationals continue to go from strength to strength, and 2026 was no exception. Incredible games, great sportsmanship and a community that makes events like this something special.
For full standings, match results and stats, check out the Tourplay page:
https://tourplay.net/en/blood-bowl/welsh-national-championship-2026
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