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Welcome to your ultimate hub dedicated to the latest news and updates on the progressive Tau Empire in Warhammer 40k.

Here, we bring you the freshest information on the enigmatic Xenos race and its quest for unity and technological advancement. Stay tuned for updates on new releases, rule changes, army lists, hobby tips, points updates, and lore developments surrounding the Tau faction. 

Welcome to Army of One, where I display a great looking painted model from stuff I’ve done or amazing figures I’ve seen around. If you click on the Army of One label you’ll be able to scroll through some great looking figures, all at once. Today we take a look at my squad of tactically worthless Vespids. […]

Read More | May 12th, 2012

Well since Finecast came out almost one year ago, metals have almost all but disappeared.  Which has been quite devastating to some lines, most notable Tau.The problem is, well you can’t get Crisis Commanders, Broadsides, or even the long lost Shadowsun. So whats a budding Tau player supposed to do?  Beg, borrow, and steal some […]

Read More | May 2nd, 2012

Welcome to Army of One, where I display a great looking painted model from stuff I’ve done or amazing figures I’ve seen around. If you click on the Army of One label you’ll be able to scroll through some great looking figures, all at once. Today we take a look at one of my old Forge World […]

Read More | April 15th, 2012

Welcome to Army of One, where I display a great looking painted model from stuff I’ve done or amazing figures I’ve seen around. If you click on the Army of One label you’ll be able to scroll through some great looking figures, all at once. Today we take a look at one of my “old” painted Forgeworld […]

Read More | April 1st, 2012

Welcome to Army of One, where I display a great looking painted model from stuff I’ve done or amazing figures I’ve seen around. If you click on the Army of One label you’ll be able to scroll through some great looking figures, all at once. Today we take a look at a very unique Tau Devilfish from […]

Read More | March 13th, 2012

Welcome to a new segment here on Spikey Bits called War Torn, where I try to capture a perhaps pivotal moment in a battle, or a frame that shows an ongoing conflict from the game we love. Eventually if you click on the War Torn label you’ll be able to scroll through some hopefully amazing battles in frozen […]

Read More | March 4th, 2012

Welcome to Armies on Parade, where I display (in hopefully good detail) some great looking armies from major tournaments all across the United States. If you click on the Armies on Parade label you’ll be able to scroll through some great looking armies, all at once. It’s like you were at a major event yourself, all from […]

Read More | February 10th, 2012

Well in keeping with the New Year’s tradition, here is a collection of the best Tau Armies that I featured in 2011 (and even a couple I haven’t). If you want to find out more about any of these armies, you can always click on the Tau category as well. Welcome to Armies on Parade, where I display (in […]

Read More | January 11th, 2012

Welcome back to another week of Spikey Bits! I’ve been a busy bee and have lots of new and exciting stuff to talk about over the next several weeks! First off though is these crazy cool Tau Ninja Pathfinder models Jkin just finished up the other day. The green stuff work on these guys is […]

Read More | January 9th, 2012

Welcome to Armies on Parade, where I display (in hopefully good detail) some great looking armies from major tournaments all across the United States. If you click on the Armies on Parade label you’ll be able to scroll through some great looking armies, all at once. It’s like you were at a major event yourself, all from […]

Read More | January 2nd, 2012

Welcome to Army of One, where I display a great looking painted model from stuff I’ve done or amazing figures I’ve seen around. If you click on the Army of One label you’ll be able to scroll through some great looking figures, all at once. Today we take a look an expertly painted Forge World Tau Air […]

Read More | December 27th, 2011

Army of One- Aim High

December 27th, 2011

Every wonder what one of the most expensive kits Forge World makes looks like in real life?Me and Jkin were taking the other day about how cool it would be to have a Tau Manta, and then we wonder just how much work it would actually be to assemble, lol. So to the internet we went. […]

Read More | December 26th, 2011

We it saddens me to have to report this, but late last week I was contacted by someone who called into question an entry from the TanksGiving Contest… So I looked into it and it appears that the Tau Titan submitted by Rogue Trader Maitreya (aka Dan Hyman), may not have been his work in the first place. […]

Read More | December 12th, 2011

So here is the yet another entry in the TanksGiving Challenge by Rogue Trader Maitreya (aka Dan Hyman). Ill be posting each one of the entires over like the next week or so, and then set them all up for voting at the end so you can pick your favorite! This entry is titled Tau XK-III […]

Read More | December 4th, 2011

Welcome to Armies on Parade, where I display (in hopefully good detail) some great looking armies from major tournaments all across the United States. If you click on the Armies on Parade label you’ll be able to scroll through some great looking armies, all at once. It’s like you were at a major event yourself, all from […]

Read More | November 11th, 2011

Welcome to Armies on Parade, where I display (in hopefully good detail) some great looking armies from major tournaments all across the United States. If you click on the Armies on Parade label you’ll be able to scroll through some great looking armies, all at once. It’s like you were at a major event yourself, all […]

Read More | September 13th, 2011

Who are the Tau in Warhammer 40k?

The Tau are a technologically advanced and rapidly expanding xenos race in the Warhammer 40,000 universe. They are characterized by their belief in the Greater Good, a philosophy of unity, progress, and cooperation.

What is the Background & Lore of the Tau?

The Tau Empire emerged in the Eastern Fringes of the galaxy and was led by their Ethereal caste; they value technological innovation, diplomacy, and the pursuit of harmony. The Tau military, known as the Fire Caste, consists of disciplined infantry, advanced battlesuits, and powerful artillery.

What Units & Factions are Available for Tau Players?

tau codex cover newTau players have access to a variety of units and factions within the army, including  Fire Warriors, Crisis Battlesuits, Stealth Suits, Broadside Battlesuits, and various drones. They can also field formidable battlesuits commanders like Shadowsun and Farsight.

Are There Tips For Painting & Assembling Tau Miniatures?

Tau White Painting How to 7We have various resources and articles dedicated to helping you bring your Tau miniatures to life, like these painting tutorials. From step-by-step painting guides to tips for assembling and converting models, we strive to offer valuable insights that can elevate the visual appeal of your Tau collection.

Where Can I Find Strategies & Tactics For Playing Tau on the Tabletop?

Our page is committed to sharing tactical advice and strategies tailored explicitly for Tau players. Whether you’re a seasoned gamer or new to the tabletop, our articles delve into effective deployment, unit synergies, and winning tactics to maximize your chances of victory in battles.

new-tau-rules-warhammer-40k-tokens-drones-10th-editionWhether you’re a seasoned Tau commander looking to refine your strategies or new to the Unforgiven and eager to learn, our page offers the resources you need. Immerse yourself in the mysteries of the Greater Good and stay up-to-date with all things Tau.

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