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Top 5 Necromunda miniature showcases you can’t miss

The Necromunda Skirmish Core Set hit shelves this weekend, kicking off a fresh edition of gang warfare in the depths of Hive Primus. To mark the occasion, we've dug through our archives for five of our favourite Necromunda posts: gang showcases, diorama builds, and of course our take on the brand-new Core Set itself. Time to load your autoguns and get reacquainted with the underhive. The post Top…

The massive Mawtribes review: Morga, Redd the Maw, Hunters, Cleavers, Gutseers & Grell Ironfist

The Ogor Mawtribes have gorged themselves on a massive new wave of releases, and we're serving up every last morsel: Redd the Maw, Morga the Mighty, Hunters with Sabrefangs, Cleavers, Gutseers, the new Butcher, Grell Ironfist, and more. In this unboxing you'll find high-res sprue images for every kit, a full breakdown of build options, and our honest verdict on whether this is the biggest glow-up…

Impressive pre-assembled PVC minis: OPR Grimdark Future Starter Set unboxing

Not every wargame needs a hundred publications to keep track of and a dedicated app to manage your army list. One Page Rules built their reputation on exactly that idea, and now their flagship sci-fi ruleset Grimdark Future has its first physical starter set with PVC miniatures. We're reviewing the Grimdark Future Starter Set, which pits the undead-robot-esque Robot Legions against the sci-fi…

I tested all 7 Warpaints Historical paint sets (read before you buy)

I tested all Warpaints Historical paint sets, including the wave 2 sets. And there are a few things you need to know before you buy: Are these solid, well-composed paint sets? Are the colours worth picking up even if World War II isn't your hobby focus? How much overlap is there with the Fanatic core range, and what’s actually new? I've got the full briefing for you in this video review. The post…

Unboxing the new Lord on Chaos Dragon: massive, gorgeous, and very expensive

Few models command a battlefield quite like a dragon, and the Warriors of Chaos have just been handed one of the most imposing releases of the year. In this review, we unbox the new Lord on Chaos Dragon, walk through every build option with HQ sprue images, and take a close look at whether this colossal chaotic centrepiece lives up to its equally colossal price tag. The post Unboxing the new Lord…

A maiden world comes to life: how to paint Aeldari Death World Forest terrain

Kill Team: Exodite arrives this weekend, and with it finally come official Exodite models. The included Dossier contains plenty of lore as well as build guides for the Aeldari maiden worlds, making it the perfect opportunity to start a new terrain collection. For this, I grabbed a piece from the old Death World Forest terrain range, and also gave my Webway Gate a fresh coat of paint. Find all the…

Do you really need 19 different glues? AK thinks so (full range review)

This year AK Interactive overhauled and expanded its range of adhesives. The Spanish hobby manufacturer now has an impressive 19 products in its lineup for every possible use case. I tested all of them and I'll tell you which glues you actually need and which ones are more of a gimmick. The post Do you really need 19 different glues? AK thinks so (full range review) appeared first on Tale of…

Death, metal, and minis: Taiga Miniatures on bringing the world of Maleghast to life

Death doesn’t work as it should in Anzenmezzeron, and the miniatures that bring this necropolis to life are just as unsettling as that sounds. Magnagothica: Maleghast is a skirmish wargame built on gothic horror and warring houses of necromancers. Taiga Miniatures are now translating its... The post Death, metal, and minis: Taiga Miniatures on bringing the world of Maleghast to life appeared first…

Necromunda Skirmish Core Set review: streamlined or skimped?

A new era for the underhive is here. In this review, we're unboxing the 2026 Necromunda Skirmish Core Set that marks the start of a new and streamlined edition of Necromunda. We're taking a look at the new Core Rulebook, and examining the Goliath and Escher gangs in detail. Alongside the full unboxing video, you'll find high-res sprue images and a complete breakdown of all the build options in…

Everyone loves a banner and heraldry in Warhammer: The Victrix Honour Guard

I've recently finished my Victrix Honour Guard, including the Chapter Champion, armed with the Blades of Honour, and the Chapter Ancient, carrying a mastercrafted power weapon and the colossal, inspiring Banner of Macragge. The post Everyone loves a banner and heraldry in Warhammer: The Victrix Honour Guard appeared first on Tale of Painters .