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June 2025 Free Warhammer Mini
The undead warriors of the Barrow Kingdoms rise from their dingy crypts, doing battle in the service of long-dead monarchs pledged to their Soulblight masters. There is no end to the ranks of the dead, so you can pick up a free Barrow Guard miniature at your local Warhammer store from Saturday 7th June. These miniatures will only be available while stocks last – ask your local store staff how to claim one.    So tell us did you get yours? Comment below. Read more...
🌈 Happy Pride Month from BW Terrain & Forge! 🌈
We're thrilled to announce that our complete Pride Marines model parts collection is now live in the shop! These premium 28mm heroic scale miniature accessories let tabletop gamers show their true colors while dominating the battlefield. What's New in Our Pride Marines Collection Our Pride Marines bits include your choise of stls or professionally cast resin parts perfect for customizing your army: Rainbow Heart V7 Shoulder Pads (Left & Right versions) Pride Heart V7 Shoulder Pads V7 Veteran Helmets with pride-themed detailing V10K Unicorn marine Helmets  V10 Winged Back Packs... Read more...
Free May 2025 Warhammer Store Mini
Hail Slaanesh, dear hobbyists! As you know, each month you can pay your local Warhammer store a visit and pick up a free Miniature of the Month paying homage to a new kit, and this month it’s a Tormentor from the new Emperor’s Children range. These miniatures will be available while stocks last, so make sure to ask your local store staff how to claim one. Read more...
Free Warhammer miniature for March 2025
Every month you can visit your local Warhammer store and pick up a free miniature while stocks last, and the offering in March is a total scorcher – an Aeldari Fire Dragon. Though their once-great civilisation has been all but destroyed by the calamitous Fall, the Aeldari continue to fight fiercely for their survival. They are championed by the Aspect Warriors – soldiers who train extensively in shrines that worship one of the many aspects of the Aeldari god of war, violence, and murder.  Fire Dragons represent Kaela Mensha Khaine’s... Read more...
Warhammer 40k Modeling and Kitbashing: A Weekly Roundup for Jan 27th 2025
Here's the latest roundup of what's happening in the Warhammer 40k universe this week, focusing on modeling, kitbashing, and community engagement: 1. Warhammer Community Highlights New Releases and Previews: This week, Warhammer Community has unveiled the Valdor Tank Hunter, a formidable addition for collectors and gamers alike. This model offers new opportunities for kitbashing and customizing your armies, providing a fresh take on the Imperial Guard's arsenal. For those interested in expanding their collections, the Blood Bowl Classics have also been reintroduced, sparking nostalgia and excitement among fans. More information... Read more...
February 2025 Warhammer Free Miniature
We’re another month into 2025, and that means there’s another Miniature of the Month and commemorative coin coming to your local Warhammer stores – this time starring the ascendent Skaven and the mighty Imperium of Man. What better representative for the servants of the Great Horned Rat than the humble Clanrat? Clanrats are downtrodden and poorly trained, but they nevertheless swarm over vast tracts of the Mortal Realms in great chittering waves, biting, trampling, and consuming everything in their path. Alongside them is a new collectable coin featuring the cool... Read more...
Warhammer 40k Modeling and Kitbashing: A Weekly Roundup for Jan 5th 2025
The world of Warhammer 40k is constantly evolving, with new releases, community projects, and creative endeavors. This week, we delve into the latest developments from Warhammer Community, Spikey Bits, and Reddit, offering a rich tapestry of inspiration for hobbyists and modelers. Warhammer Community Highlights: Golden Demon 2025 – The Prestigious Painting Competition Returns to AdeptiCon   The Golden Demon 2025 is back, and it's bigger and better than ever! This prestigious painting competition, renowned for celebrating the pinnacle of Warhammer artistry, introduces new categories this year, encouraging hobbyists to push... Read more...
January 2025 Free Warhammer Mini
Every month you can visit your Warhammer store to collect a miniature of the month for free, and from the 11th of January, you will be able to slip into the shadows and sidle up alongside a Striking Scorpion.  Aspect Warriors are some of the most elite melee fighters among the Aeldari, warriors who have dedicated themselves to a path which represents one of the aspects of the Aeldari god of war, Kaela Mensha Khaine. The Striking Scorpions exemplify Khaine as the hunter, stealthily lying in wait for their prey,... Read more...
Lieutenant Titus and the free December miniature and coin to your collection
The protagonist of Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 is on a new assignment: he’s being dispatched to Warhammer stores around the world from Saturday the 7th of December. Anyone who buys Lt Titus during a limited period will be eligible for a voucher worth £10 (or local currency equivalent) which can be redeemed between the 26th of December and 2nd of February.* The Warhammer Design Studio have put together a special Kill Team mission in which you and up to three friends can team up to play as Titus and... Read more...
This Week's Grim Dark Hobby News
IN A WORLD WHERE PLASTIC MEETS PASSION, THIS WEEK'S WARHAMMER NEWS HITS HARDER THAN A THUNDERHAWK GUNSHIP! BREAKING NEWS THIS WEEK (December 3-9, 2024): DARKTIDE - THE ULTIMATE PS5 EXPERIENCE IS HERE! Check out the official announcement on PlayStation Blog Ladies and gentlemen, prepare yourselves. The "Grim Protocols" update has arrived, and it's everything we feared it would be - ABSOLUTELY MAGNIFICENT! When the stakes are high and the enemies are endless, there's only one way to survive - TOGETHER! Watch the launch trailer here THIS DECEMBER 7TH, PREPARE FOR... Read more...
BREAKING NEWS: THE GREAT CANADIAN POSTAL SIEGE OF 2024
Listen up, warriors! Your friendly neighborhood bits merchant here with some critical intel about the ongoing Canada Post strike that's shaking up the supply lines across the northern frontier! THE SITUATION The Canadian postal workers have been holding the line since November 15th, 2024, in a battle for better pay and working conditions. They're demanding a 22% increase over four years, while Canada Post is offering only half that amount. Talk about a standoff more intense than an Ork WAAAGH! ⚠️ IMPACT ON BW TERRAIN & FORGE OPERATIONS But fear... Read more...
November Free Warhammer Mini
Every month you can visit your local Warhammer store to collect a miniature of the month for free, and from the 2nd of November, you’ll be able to join up with the Leagues of Votann to scour the galaxy for valuable materials with a Hernkyn Yaegir. In their neverending quest for resources, the Leagues of Votann despatch Hernkyn Yaegirs across the galaxy to mark out valuable planets and establish void stations. Some range around on magna-coil bikes, but the majority hunker down to defend their claims, with stylish coats protecting... Read more...