The Peter Williamson Phenomena

Prior to last weekend the only thing that Masterton was famous for was eels in the main street and a poor adventure tourism health and safety record.

Now there is something else - The Peter Williamson Experience

Peter drove his High Elves to 2nd Place at the New Zealand Masters shocking all and sundry on the way (some will say they saw it coming but if they are honest it was just bluster).

Here's what New Zealand's most astute Warhammer commentator had to say before the event:

I’ve looked at the list and I’ve got to admit….I just don’t see it. Now Peter is a smart gamer so I am worried I am missing something.

For me there is not enough of anything to dominate a phase of the game. The Spearmen aren’t strong enough, resilient enough (even with the Shield of Saphery) to withstand prolonged punishment. The White Lions are too small, the chaff too expensive, Lore choice is diffident etc.

As I said, I don’t see it. Based on the list, Peter is in for a hard weekend. But there is something nagging me….what have I missed?

Peter shocked the doubters going:

3-17 (vs. Daemons) - netting me a free pint from a pointy eared apologist

20-0 (vs. Warriors)

4-16 (vs. Tomb Kings)

20-0 (vs. Empire)

20-0 (vs. Locky's Skaven)

19-1 (vs. Vampire Counts)

Now there are some staggering results in there and I certainly didn't see the wins vs. Empire, Skaven or VCs coming.

From a personal point of view I would have loved to play the list to see how it works. I'm not going to lie I would have been whetting my lips at the matchup.

However this is not a one-off. Peter has previous taking what are perceived as weaker lists and achieving more than expected. he has done it in this edition with both Wood Elves and Tomb Kings.

Hopefully I can get him to post battle reports telling us his thoughts.