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Wargaming on a Budget: How to Save Money

TL;DR: Enjoying miniature wargaming on a budget is achievable by choosing cost-effective games, buying second-hand miniatures, creating DIY terrain, and using economical painting supplies. Leveraging online resources, engaging in community swaps, and smart shopping are key. Prioritize essential purchases, share resources with fellow gamers, and tap into digital tools for savings. Embrace the hobby's social…

January 20, 2024Share PostShare on Facebook Share on TwitterShare by EmailSend Link20 minRead time

LVO Reveals: Okay I Guess?

It's the Las Vegas Open again, so what LVO reveals do we have to behold? I have to admit that I get really excited for these reveal shows and always look forward to them, no matter what time of day they happen to land at. Fortunately, I don't live far from Las Vegas, so this…

January 19, 2024Share PostShare on Facebook Share on TwitterShare by EmailSend Link12 minRead time

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The New Ethos of The Wargame Explorer

With the new year I've been doing a lot of thinking about The Wargame Explorer and the direction I want to move with it. And something has been rattling around in my brain for the past couple of months. In November, Hank Green posted a YouTube video in which he said the following: "I feel…

January 15, 2024Share PostShare on Facebook Share on TwitterShare by EmailSend Link3 minRead time

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Is Legions Imperialis The Best Warhammer Gateway Game?

So hear me out: is Legions Imperialis the best Warhammer gateway game? I know it may sound weird. When we think of gateway games into Warhammer we think of the intended gateway games like Kill Team and Combat Patrol. But ever since picking up Legions Imperialis, painting it, and getting a few games in, I'm…

January 13, 2024Share PostShare on Facebook Share on TwitterShare by EmailSend Link9 minRead time

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Why I’m Not Ordering The Old World

I have been interested in Warhammer: The Old World for as long as it's been announced, which is about four years ago now. I was never into Warhammer Fantasy, other than buying some of the models that looked fun to paint. The game was bloated and hard to play, with too many rules and too…

January 4, 2024Share PostShare on Facebook Share on TwitterShare by EmailSend Link5 minRead time

Best of Lists

2024 Ovelist and 2023 Recap

The 2023 Ovelist was better than the 2022 Ovelist, so that's something. The Ovelist, if you've never heard of it, was something that was thought up by a friend of Arbitor Ian (one of my favorite Warhammer YouTubers). The friend, Andy Ovel, came up with a graphical set of goals for the coming year, a…

December 31, 2023Share PostShare on Facebook Share on TwitterShare by EmailSend Link15 minRead time

Editorial

The Future of Miniature Wargaming: Trends for 2024

As we come to the close of 2023, it's interesting to look back at the year and see how far we've come, and what it portends about where we're going. The world of miniature wargaming has always been a fascinating blend of art, strategy, and storytelling, captivating enthusiasts with its intricate miniatures and immersive…

December 28, 2023Share PostShare on Facebook Share on TwitterShare by EmailSend Link19 minRead time

Best of Lists The Dirty Half Dozen

My Favorite Things of 2023

At the end of every year I try to make a list of my favorite things that happened in the wargaming hobby. And, looking back, it's always amazing to see just how MUCH happened in the last year. Where I was on my hobby journey at the end of 2022 is very different from where…

December 18, 2023Share PostShare on Facebook Share on TwitterShare by EmailSend Link14 minRead time

Editorial The Dirty Half Dozen

The Art of Wargame Design (and an Announcement!)

Unveiling the Strategy Wargame design is where strategic depth meets creative storytelling. Crafting a captivating wargame is an intricate art, blending detailed planning with vivid imagination. Whether you're an experienced game designer or a novice eager to create your first wargame, understanding the essential elements is crucial. This blog gives seven tips for developing…

December 13, 2023Share PostShare on Facebook Share on TwitterShare by EmailSend Link11 minRead time

Best of Lists Hobby and Paint

5 Miniature Wargaming Tools You Need (and 5 You Don’t)

Welcome to the world of miniature wargaming tools, where crafting and painting tiny soldiers, space marines, and fantastical creatures is as much a part of the hobby as the tactical battles themselves. Whether you're a fan of Warhammer 40k, Bolt Action, or other miniatures games, having the right tools can make assembling and painting your…

December 9, 2023Share PostShare on Facebook Share on TwitterShare by EmailSend Link8 minRead time

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Wargaming on a Budget: How to Save Money

LVO Reveals: Okay I Guess?

The New Ethos of The Wargame Explorer

Is Legions Imperialis The Best Warhammer Gateway Game?

Why I’m Not Ordering The Old World

2024 Ovelist and 2023 Recap

The Future of Miniature Wargaming: Trends for 2024

My Favorite Things of 2023

The Art of Wargame Design (and an Announcement!)

5 Miniature Wargaming Tools You Need (and 5 You Don’t)

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