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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 Iron Angels Terminators. […]

Read More | November 7th, 2011

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November 7th, 2011

Every good thing must come to an end, and now as I sit writing this in my hotel room I can’t help but wish I had played this weekend. My ATC teammates Nick Rose, Thomas Reidy, and Kenny Boucher took first, second, and third respectively in the invitational, and I would have really welcomed a […]

Read More | November 7th, 2011

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 Chaos Space Marine Iron Warriors […]

Read More | November 6th, 2011

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November 6th, 2011

Well I’m still out at The Feast of Blades Grand Tournament in Denver Colorado, but I wanted to post up this great how to on painting lightning effect by Dan the Deamon. Recently I posted up some of Dan’s amazing Night Lords on here and his lightning effects are top notch to say the least. […]

Read More | November 6th, 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 6th, 2011

Around the shop were starting up a little escalation league of sorts, themed around what else but the NECRONS. (good timing eh?) I thought I’d get on here and post up how we’re running it, so maybe the fever will spread, and inspire other clubs or stores to run their own flash leagues as well.So here’s how it works…. […]

Read More | November 5th, 2011

Fritz over at Fritz 40k, posted up some codex picture leaks that look pretty amazing. Checkout the link here. I know for a fact from Games Workshops site one of those transport images called the Tomb Blade is a transport option for some of the Necron units. I haven’t seen the stats on it yet, […]

Read More | November 5th, 2011

We’re on site at the Feast of Blades Grand Tournament right now. Jump below to checkout the coverage! Right now the Team Tournament is going on, with 20 registered teams on hand the competition is fierce. If you are in the Denver area be sure to stop by as there is a qualifier tournament tonight for several more invitational slots […]

Read More | November 4th, 2011

The Mechanicon GT is happening this weekend!  This is a great tournament series in the North East that I really enjoyed the first year I went. I recommend checking it out, as Tony and crew put on a great event. MechaniCon 2011 – November 4-6West Chester, PAhttp://www.themechanicon.com/1/ Rules Pack From Tony: MechaniCon is right around the corner […]

Read More | November 4th, 2011

Check out this amazing Siege of Terra Mega-Diorama from Adepticon 2011. What ever club was responsible for building, heck even taking on such an ambitious project should pat themselves on the back, as this rocks. This board definitely ranks up there with some of the most spectacular hobby displays I have ever seen. Let’s take a closer look, as I attempt to […]

Read More | November 3rd, 2011

FTW Games (the home of Spikey Bits) will be hosting a 40k Rogue Trader Tournament Next Saturday November 12th at noon. So make a day of it, stop by and check out FTW Games/ Spikey Bits, and get your game on! We’re also going to try out a new prize structure for these events, $100 minimum in store credit. […]

Read More | November 2nd, 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 1st, 2011

Well it’s not that far off really, time to get ready for the Spikey Bits Tanksgiving Conversion Contest! What’s it all about you ask? Well you all have about 1 month give or take, to convert up a tank and enter it to win a Baneblade Super-Heavy Tank!But you’re not making just any tank my […]

Read More | October 30th, 2011

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 Genestealer form my Waterbugz army. […]

Read More | October 30th, 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 | October 29th, 2011

Were back and today i have for you the Hobby Wreck Challenge Winners! First off thanks to all who entered! The entries were all very well done, and it was nice to break up the pre-Necron hobby monotony, with a little inspirational contest. First Place goes to Isotope99 with his entry entitles “Seatbelts Save Lives” (a […]

Read More | October 29th, 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 | October 28th, 2011

My buddy Beef (hold the cheddar) stopped by the other day with a new WIP, a Ravenguard Dakka Dreadnought. He converted this puppy up good, with a bunch of solid true scale aspects, heck you can’t even tell those are sentinel legs till you see it from behind. The model kinda almost reminds me of […]

Read More | October 28th, 2011

WOOT! We just got our White Dwarf in, and it’s full of; NECRONS! Plus the best part is, there are rules in there as well! The street date is today, so head on down to your local FLGS and checkout all there is to know on the new shiny robots!Unlike another site…. I won’t blatantly shred Games Workshops Intellectual property for personal […]

Read More | October 27th, 2011

A little while ago I did a tutorial on my Pre-Heresy Iron Fists Army, but I left one model out- my Librarian. Today we’re going to take a look how I made him, and how you can make your own (as there is no model for the Power Armor Librarian right now- sad pandas) Back in the […]

Read More | April 9th, 2019

What is the History of Warhammer 40k?

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The Warhammer 40,000 universe has a long and detailed history. It began as a tabletop miniatures game created by the British company Games Workshop in 1987.

Set in a dystopian future where the Imperium of Man, led by the God-Emperor, is locked in a perpetual battle against various alien races and heretical forces.

The game quickly gained popularity and spawned a number of spin-off games, novels, comics, and more. Warhammer 40k has been expanded upon many times over the years and now contains a rich tapestry of lore and backstory.

The history of the Warhammer 40,000 universe is long and complex, but ultimately it is a story of war and conflict.

From the very beginning, the Imperium of Man has been locked in a perpetual battle against its enemies. Whether it be the Orks, the Eldar, or Chaos itself, there has always been someone or something seeking to destroy humanity.

Why is Warhammer 40k so Popular?

lvo tables tournament warhammer eventWarhammer 40,000 is one of the most popular tabletop games in the world. In fact, it’s so popular that there are actually tournaments for it!

Players from all over come together to battle it out for supremacy, and the competition is always fierce.

But what makes Warhammer 40,000 so popular? Well, there are a few things. For starters, it’s a really fun game.

It’s fast-paced and exciting, and there’s a lot of strategic depth to it. Plus, the models are just really cool. Who doesn’t want to collect an army of tiny plastic soldiers?

Another big factor in Warhammer 40,000’s popularity is its community. The game has a very passionate and dedicated fan base, who are always excited to discuss the latest news and developments.

When new players join the game, there’s always someone there to help them out and answer their questions.

Now in its 10th edition, released in June 2023, Warhammer 40,000 is a captivating wargame demanding strategic decisions on the tabletop. Find resources and guides in our dedicated category, catering to both veteran players and new hobbyists alike!

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Born in 1987 as Warhammer 40,000 – Rogue Trader, the game envisions a grim future where humanity battles alien xenos races and Chaos. The Space Marines are a group of superhuman defenders who wield arcane weapons to protect the Imperium of Man.

Warhammer 40k encompasses a large universe setting filled with epic storytelling. You can read many of these stories in ebooks, short stories, and novels from the Black Library publishing arm. 

They have something for everyone, from stories of heroes and heroic victories to gritty crime drama and mind-bending mysteries that will challenge your imagination.

You can also join friends in epic battles at home or in dedicated gaming areas to experience the thrill of Warhammer 40k.

So, if you’re looking for a fun and rewarding hobby, why not give Warhammer 40,000 a try? You might find yourself getting hooked!