In the vast universe of miniature wargaming, a certain allure pulls enthusiasts toward the shadows, drawing them to factions and forces steeped in horror and macabre. Whether it's the chilling whisper of ethereal ghosts, the ravenous hunger of undead legions, or the calculated terror tactics of space-faring renegades, these armies evoke a delicious dread that…
Let's Talk War: From Miniatures to Video Game Wargaming
Warhammer 40k
Ever led a bunch of Tomb Kings into a "Warhammer Fantasy" clash, or took command of a hardcore squad of Space Marines in "Warhammer 40k"? Yup, that's miniature wargaming for you, all thanks to the guys at Games Workshop. But, have you ever pondered how…
I can think of three times in the last year when I have desperately needed miniature assembly build instructions, and I've been unable to find them.
The first was with a box of Malifaux miniatures, a model line which is known for its very beautiful and detailed miniatures, but which notoriously come in a million…
If there's one thing that wargamers can all agree on, it's that Games Workshop is expensive. We have written about this many times from many different angles, including Why is Warhammer So Expensive?; Neurodivergence, Impulse Control, and Wargame Sales; the Games Workshop Half-Annual Report; and, of course, our two articles on which is the best…
How To Get Started in the Middle Earth Strategy Battle Game
Getting started in the Middle Earth Strategy Battle Game can be daunting. But this is not because the game is extremely difficult--the truth is that the Middle Earth Strategy Battle Game is one of the best written wargames that Games Workshop makes. It's because…
Middle Earth Strategy Battle Game: 20th Anniversary of Fellowship of the Rings
On the eve of the 20th anniversary of The Fellowship of the Ring, it seems hard to believe there was ever a time when we didn't have the great Lord of the Rings trilogy and have such a perfectly rendered vision of the…
I have spent the last week busily working on a project that I have long wanted to complete: a Games Workshop Mumak from Middle Earth Strategy Battle Game. There were three things that drew me to paint this kit: first, the thing is absolutely gorgeous, from tip of the trunk to tip of the tail.…