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Published editorials with think-piece articles that express opinions related to the miniature painting hobby, wargaming, model building, and tabletop games. The opinions expressed in these articles are those of their individual writers.
Do you want to teach your little kids about color, but don’t want the mess of paint, the hassle of broken crayons and dried-out markers? Dot markers are the perfect way to keep kids engaged and entertained. The best dot markers will get your kids involved from a young age with your painting and creative […]
“Chalkola Dot Markers” for Creative Kids: The Best Dot Markers? (Review) Read More »
Here’s some extra motivation for painting miniatures! Are you just starting out in the hobby? Got your first models, but not sure if it’s worth investing the time to learn how to paint them well? Well, I’m here to tell you that there are a lot of skills you will pick up along the way
8 Things You Can Do When You’re Good at Painting Miniatures Read More »
Are you looking for a modular hobby paint rack for storing and organizing your miniature paints? If you’re like me and have collected a lot of model hobby paints over the years, then you’ll know the struggle. Organizing your paint collection and hobby tools is essential for a productive time at your desk. It also
Plydolex Modular Paint Rack: Looks, Smells, and More (Review) Read More »
I am an avid miniature painter. I love the hobby and the community, but sometimes it can be really frustrating. There are times when you just don’t know what to paint. Worse yet, sometimes you have miniatures that seem boring or uninspiring. Do you look at that horde of unpainted Warhammer 40k models and feel
How to Paint Miniatures That Suck (Editorial) Read More »
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Angels of Death Warhammer TV Review (Episode 4: “Awakenings”) Read More »
What’s the best metal dice set for tabletop gamers? The answer to this question depends on a lot of factors, including your budget and what you need in a gaming dice set. Forged Gaming is one company that sells high-quality metal dice sets which are durable and cost-effective. They sent me a unique set to
Best Metal Dice Set? Forged Gaming Dice Sets for DnD and RPGs (Review) Read More »
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Money Ruins Everything: Why I Paint Miniatures for Cash Read More »
Magic is one of the cornerstones of our favorite TTRPGs. But with only 5 or 6 differences in mechanical design between these magical classes, and the large overlap of spells and feats that any spell caster can use; begs the question: what is the difference between a Wizard and a Bard? Or a Druid and
Spell Casters with Attitude: Bards Read More »
The task of painting miniatures is often difficult due to the difficulty in seeing what you are doing. The two solutions that I have found to be most helpful for this problem are a magnifying visor or a lamp with a magnifying glass. These magnifiers both have their pros and cons, so it can be
Best Hobby Magnifier for Miniatures and Models: Visor or Lamp? Read More »
Do you ever get stuck or bored with the same miniature painting approach? I do. After a while, I feel restricted to a miniature painting formula. I’m afraid that if I change my approach, the results of my miniature paintings will suffer. To free myself from the fear of painting miniatures, I force myself to
Feeling Stuck? Develop an Expressive Miniature Painting Style Read More »
I wish I had more time in the day for hobbies. With all the responsibilities of daily life as a parent, I know I have less time to do the things I want to do. Painting miniatures is one of the few fun activities I’ve kept up with, but I’m always a tad pressured to
3 Ways to Stay Motivated Painting Miniatures Read More »
Warhammer TV is a part of Games Workshop’s Warhammer+ subscription service, which gives subscribers access to premium features like things such as the option to watch masterclasses on miniature painting or enjoy riveting battle reports. As well for this small cost they get exclusive animations and an entire vault filled with classic lore from publications
Angels of Death Warhammer TV Review (Episode 3: “Trail of Blood”) Read More »
“I want to be the best at what I do!” This is a sentence that you might hear from many people in different aspects of their lives. Whether it’s for work, hobbies, or sports, being the best often means trophies, prizes, and the accolades of an adoring audience. But, being the best is fleeting, too,
Be Authentic, Not the Best: The Irrelevant Ego in Miniature Painting Read More »
Are you watching Warhammer TV? Warhammer TV is part of the Warhammer Plus subscription service and provides original streaming content for fans of the Warhammer Universe. In this article, we take a brief close look at Loremasters, a episodic series on Warhammer TV that takes a different spin than most of the content in the
Is Loremasters on Warhammer TV Worth Watching? Read More »
The druid is one of the more adaptable spell casters with a power that comes from the natural world. A druid ‘s magic focuses mainly on the four classical elements. If you’re looking to play a character that can adapt to any situation and support his fellow party members, then look no further than this
Spellcasters with Attitude: Druids (RPG Tips) Read More »