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A new lore article from the Codex: World Eaters reveals why Angron, the Primarch of the World Eaters Legion, cannot be banished. The article explains that Angron is bound to the Warp by a powerful ritual known as the Butcher’s Nails, which were implanted into his body by the Dark Mechanicum. This ritual has caused…
HeroClix is getting some rules updates this year from WizKids. First up in the previews of what’s changing is rules for making standard objects matter in games. These oft-overlooked tokens are changing how they work. See how in this post. From the article: Greetings HeroClix Masterminds! Over the past two years we have examined and…
<whoop! whoop! whoop!> Giant Robot Alert! Pre-orders are now open for the new Eridani Light Horse ForcePack for BattleTech. Note that these are exclusive through Barnes & Noble, so head through to find where your closest one is so you can get it. From the article: A year ago, Catalyst partnered with Barnes & Noble…
Mantic Games, a company that produces tabletop miniatures and board games, has announced the launch of their new Mantic Companion app. The app is designed to help players keep track of their collections, build armies, and access rules for their games. It also includes a 3D viewer to help visualize models and a painting guide…
The Imperial Guard are getting a bunch of new and re-issue releases over in Games Workshop’s webshop this week. You can head over and get their new codex along with a bunch of different kits now. From the article: The heavy end of the Hammer of the Emperor is poised to fall on the enemies…
Catalyst Game Labs is helping to get your giant robots looking good with their new paint sets specifically made for their Battletech line. They’ve also got the next Recognition Guide available so you can know what brightly-colored enemy that is running up over the hill. From the article: The march of technology across BattleTech’s eras is…
One of the new additions to Warmachine/Hordes in MkIV is Defenses. They’re new terrain pieces that players can add to the battlefield to help give them an advantage against their opponents. We get a look at how they work in this article. From the article: We will be adding an exciting new element to WARMACHINE…
The year of Chaos was last year, but this year’s turning out to be pretty chaotic as well. There’s a new Beasts of Chaos battletome and kits coming. And is there anything more chaotic than goblins? The Gloomspite Gitz are also getting a new battletome and kits. Plus, bugs for Necromunda. From the article: The…
The Gloomspite Gitz, a faction of chaotic and mischievous goblins, have been wreaking havoc in the Mortal Realms under the influence of the Bad Moon. This powerful celestial object has granted them new abilities and strength, allowing them to cause chaos and destruction wherever they go. The Gloomspite Gitz are now a force to be…
In a thrilling battle report, the legendary Primarch Angron has unleashed his fury against the Grey Knights in a fierce clash of strength and skill. The battle was fought using the new rules from the Wrath & Rapture box set, with Angron leading a force of Daemonkin and the Grey Knights led by Grand Master…
Just walking into battle? Pfeh. How pedestrian. Better to get on your bikes and ride! Your hovering future-bikes that is. Get a look at the Sky-hunter Squadron coming for The Horus Heresy in this article from Games Workshop. From the article: A Space Marine is a terrifying prospect on foot – a gene-wrought brute clad…
The Underhive has some new denizens moving in soon. You can head over to Forge World and get your name on the list to get these new Necromunda minis as soon as they’re available next week From the article: The inhabitants of Necromunda are a rich pageant of diverse weirdos, and this week’s pre-orders add…
Kill Team lets you play a more skirmish-sized game in the 40k universe. The game’s getting some updates soon and Games Workshop wants to make sure you get a look at them. So, check out this interview for some of what’s to come. From the article: Greetings, spec ops commanders, and welcome to the very…
With all the radiation around after the bombs fell, even usually docile-ish creatures grew into nightmare horrors, including deer. They’re now found in Radstag Herds that you can also get for your Fallout: Wasteland Warfare collections now. From the website: This set is part of the FORGED IN THE FIRE wave for Fallout: Wasteland Warfare! …
The Warhammer Community website has released a new story about the return of the Angels of Death Origins series. The story follows Tech Priest Castia Theta 9, who is struggling to survive in a hostile environment. The story will explore the themes of faith and loyalty as Castia Theta 9 battles against the odds to…
The Warhammer Community has released an exclusive excerpt from Rob Young’s new novel, Longshot. The novel follows the exploits of the Astra Militarum, a regiment of the Imperial Guard in the 41st millennium. It tells the story of a group of soldiers who must battle against overwhelming odds to save their home world from destruction….
<whoop! whoop! whoop!> Giant Robot Alert is being caused by BattleTech today. The Mercenaries Kickstarter campaign looms ever closer and Catalyst Game Labs is ready for it, showing off the BackerKit page for the campaign. They’ve also got an update about upcoming new products and their street dates. From the article: Our preview, pre-launch page…
The Iron Hands and Blood Angels have met in the final battle of the Horus Heresy. This epic clash is now available to download for Warhammer: The Horus Heresy. Players can choose to fight as either the Iron Hands or the Blood Angels, two of the most powerful forces in the galaxy. Both armies are…
We had mostly fantasy and mostly Chaos in this week’s pre-orders. Next week, we’re balancing that out with mostly 40k and mostly the Imperium of Man. The new Astra Militarum codex comes out for 40k along with a bunch of Imperial Guard kits. Necromunda gets some new figures in there as well. From the article:…
I’m not necessarily afraid of bugs, but I’m not really a huge fan of them, either. And, I mean, I’ve seen some really big ones in my time, but none bigger than me. If I saw that, I’m pretty sure that I’d turn and leave. But that’s what we have here with the new Necromunda…
The 2023 US Open Series and World Championships of Warhammer is set to be an exciting event for fans of the popular tabletop game. The series will feature a variety of tournaments, including the US Open, the World Championship Qualifier, and the World Championship itself. Participants will compete for prizes such as exclusive models, trophies,…
Black Library, the publishing arm of Games Workshop, has announced that they are now accepting submissions for their upcoming publications. Writers and authors interested in submitting their work can do so through the Black Library website. The submission guidelines are available on the website and include information about the types of stories they are looking…
We’re around 2 weeks into 2023 and Privateer Press is wasting no time giving us this year’s update for Monsterpocalypse. You can check out all of the extensive changes in the new article they’ve posted up. From the article: Hello, kaiju fans, it’s your friendly neighborhood Monster Dev Emanuel Class, and we have a big,…
One shot, one kill. That’s what the Exodus Assassin’s motto is. Get a look at this Alpha Legion mini in this new preview for The Horus Heresy from Games Workshop. From the article: The Alpha Legion attained a total mastery of subterfuge during the Horus Heresy, largely because almost every opponent of worth they were…
Age of Sigmar was a huge change to the fantasy game system that Games Workshop put out. But back in 2019, there were hints that the old version of Warhammer Fantasy Battles was in the works. Well, there hasn’t been much, but we’re getting a little design diary about the world that this new version…
Some classic miniatures are making their way back to Games Workshop’s webshop in make-on-demand soon. They’re a bunch of old Imperial Guard figures including Commissar Yarrick. But he’s not the only one making a triumphant return. From the website: Ignore the rumours, the one and only Commissar Yarrick is back. Actually, there are two of…
I wouldn’t say that I’m “scared” of bugs, but I’ll be honest, I’m not a huge fan of them, either. So, seeing one bigger than me running at me would definitely cause a reaction. And that’s what you can cause for your opponents when you get the Nomad Herder and Arthromite Duneskuttlers for Necromunda. Get…
Knowing what you’re facing on the battlefield is a key component to victory. And Catalyst Game Labs is here to help. The next in their IlClan Recognition Guides is available now. It’s Volume 29 and you can get your copy now. From the website: The march of technology across BattleTech’s eras is relentless—but some war machines…
The latest issue of White Dwarf magazine has released six new missions for the popular tabletop game Warhammer 40,000. The missions are part of a campaign called ‘Ark of Omen’, which follows the story of a corrupted ark emerging from the warp. Players will be able to choose from a variety of different scenarios and…
Mantic Games has announced a new event called Ambush Week for their popular fantasy miniatures game, Kings of War. During the week-long event, players will be able to take part in special missions and challenges to win exclusive rewards. The event will also feature a series of tutorials and guides to help new players learn…
