As of this writing, Warhammer is in a "Golden Age." The success of Amazon’s The Rings of Power and Fallout has proven that nerd IP is king. Consequently, has signed a massive deal with Games Workshop to bring Warhammer 40,000 to the screen, with Henry Cavill (an infamous super-fan) set to star and executive produce.
The lore of 40k is vast, covering millions of years of conflict. Key eras include:
| | Description | Examples | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Miniatures | Unpainted, unassembled plastic/resin kits (Core business; 80%+ revenue) | Space Marine Intercessors, Stormcast Eternals | | Paints & Tools | Acrylic paints, brushes, glue (Citadel Colour range) | Nuln Oil (wash), Contrast Paints | | Core Rules | Hardback rulebooks for main games | Warhammer 40k 10th Edition , AoS 3rd Edition | | Codexes/Battletomes | Faction-specific rules and lore | Codex: Necrons | | Black Library | Publishing division for novels | Horus Heresy series (60+ books) | | White Dwarf | Monthly magazine (since 1977) | Hobby tips, new rules, lore | Warhammer
This article dives deep into the grim darkness of the far future, exploring the two distinct universes—Warhammer 40,000 and Warhammer Age of Sigmar—the hobby of building and painting, and the digital renaissance that is bringing Warhammer to a new generation.
in the manual, as some kits have multiple weapon options (wargear) that can change how the unit performs in the game. 3. Playing the Game Once your models are ready, you'll need the Core Rules and your faction's (for 40k) or Battletome Age of Sigmar As of this writing, Warhammer is in a "Golden Age
One of the most common complaints about Warhammer (and the first Google suggestion when you search the keyword) is "Why is Warhammer so expensive?"
While the tabletop is the heart, video games have become the lungs of the Warhammer franchise. For a long time, licensed games were terrible. However, the last decade has produced some of the best strategy games ever made. Key eras include: | | Description | Examples
If you have never touched a Warhammer miniature, the idea of starting can be intimidating. You look at the "Golden Demon" winning paint jobs on Instagram, or the 4-hour battle reports on YouTube, and you think: I can’t do that.
One of the defining features of the Warhammer universe is its diverse array of factions and armies. Players can choose from a wide range of armies, each with its own unique playstyle, background, and miniature models. Some of the most popular factions include:
The most popular setting, featuring a galaxy at constant war. You might lead the noble-yet-decaying Imperium of Man