White Dwarf 366 June 2010 - Spearhead

The June issue...

Inside this month's issue:

The inside cover has an Eldar Warhost fighting against the Ultramarines. The three Wraithlords about to charge into Calgar and his bodyguard look badass. Much better looking than the bobble heads from 3rd Edition. 

Tank Shock - We present full rules for the official Eldar Night Spinner and Adam Troke talks to Jes Goodwin, Dave Andrews and a host of other designers about the iconic tanks of Warhammer 40,000. They show off the new Leman Russ, Manticore Rocket Launcher and the Deathstrike Missile Launcher. There is also a look at "Iconic Tanks" including the Battle Wagon and Baneblade.

Spearhead - Jervis introduces Spearhead, a new Warhammer 40,000 Expansion all about fighting huge tank battles, sweeping advances and armoured assaults. The Interwebz had a field day with this expansion. To sum up the competitive gamer: IT SUCKZ BALLZ! Since it only costs 11.95 I don't have a problem with it. Especially since I've got the subscription.

Lord of the Rings: reinforcements - Mat ward presents full rules for using the Dwimmerlaik, Faramir, Mauhúr and Duinhir in the skirmish game. I will never get bored of reading about Lord of the Rings in White Dwarf. Getting to see stuff come out of the pages is like a wet dream come true.

War is Coming - Andy Hall investigates rumours of something big coming out of the Studio next month. They are talking about Warhammer Fantasy 8th Edition...

On Wings of Blood - Son of Sanguinius Mat Ward offers a masterclass on winged assaults, furious charges and surgical strikes. Tactics in White Dwarf... ummm yeah.

Tusk and Gore - Duncan Rhodes has been busy assembling Boar Boyz and trolls all month. We take a look at what he's come up with so far.

Tank Wars: Apocalyptic Warfare in the 41st Millennium - There are four new datasheets and then after that they have a battle report using some of them. Robin Cruddace wins using Eldar against Graham Davey who used Imperial Guard. 

Modelling Workshop: Spearhead - With the release of Spearhead, we explore some of the many different ways to models and paint tank squadrons in your own armoured company. Shows off Calgar's personal Land Raider that was built by Chris Peach. Also shows off the three Predators he built to act as body guards to the Land Raider.

Citadel Hall of Fame - In this months issue Seb Perbet nominates Brian Nelson's Bilbo Baggins. 

You'll also find full details of all the latest releases and news like the Eldar Support Weapon or that William King returned to Black Library, a directory featuring all of the hobby activities in your local area, and this month's Standard Bearer, in which Jervis raves about the joy of tanks

- UK Games Workshop website

White Dwarf 365 May 2010 - War of the Rings: Battlehosts

The May issue of White Dwarf...

Inside this month's issue:

The Muster of Middle-earth - Adam Troke talks to Robin Cruddace about Battlehosts, finding all about what it means for your War of the Ring army like how to diverge from the imagery of the film with unique units, as well as taking a look at the new miniatures such as the awesome looking Thralls of Mordor.

The Green Tide - Andy Hall smears himself green in warpaint and goes in search of the Orc & Goblin horde, finding out what makes them such an exciting army to play.

In the Kraken's Jaws - Codex author Mat ward delves into the forgotten history of the Blood Angels, revealing the heroism of their campaign against the Tyranids on Hollonan. Has Blood Angels as well as Angels Vermillion and Angels Encarmine fighting alongside Imperial Guardsmen and Eldar against Hive Kraken.

Wear & Tear - Our series on Warhammer army selection concludes, as Andy Smillie discusses the implacable army.

The Ruins of Osgiliath - Adam Troke takes a look at refighting historic battles in Osgiliath using famous battlehosts, as well as using the Ruins of Osgiliath in your own games. Also has a pseudo guide on painting the ruins.

The High Ground - It's grudge match time as hobby hero Nick Bayton's brave men of Gondor face up to his dastardly arch nemesis Chris Peach and his horde from Mordor.

Painting Masters: Golden Demon - In this special we celebrate the Golden Demon success of some of our past Painting Masters; as well as previewing some of the work of our next two experts. Has a weird looking Tau Battlesuit built by Fil Dunn... almost like he watched too much Transformers.

'Eavy Meal Masterclass: Black Ork Big Boss - Minor conversion made by Keith Robertson followed with a guide on how to paint a stunning Big Boss on Boar. Particularly liked the guide on painting the red... can imagine someone using it for their Crimson Fists. 

You'll also find full details of all the latest releases and news, a directory featuring all of the hobby activities in your local area, and this month's Standard Bearer, in which Jervis discusses scenery.

- Games Workshop website 

White Dwarf 364 April 2010 - Blood Angels

The April issue...

Inside this month's issue:

The Host of Angels - Andy Hall talks to the Codex's author, Mat Ward, and the sculptors of the latest kits to unearth the secrets of the Blood Angels.

Riders of The Riddermark - Mat Ward saddles up and teaches us the best tactics for using your Rohan forces in War of The Ring.

Red in Tooth and Claw - More tactics, this time for Warhammer Beastmen. Phil Kelly is your bestial guide.

Old War Stories - Jeremy Vetock and Dave Andrews return to talk about creating your own scenarios, including the storylines and any props you might need to create for your game.

Move and Fire - Andy Smillie continues his Warhammer series, this time focusing on armies with lots of ranged weapons.

Angels of Vengeance - The ten thousand year-old blood feud between the Blood Angels and Black Legion spills onto the pages of White Dwarf for this month's exciting battle report.

Modelling Workshop: Blood Angels - With the new Blood Angels frames now available, the Studio has gone kit-bash crazy; we show you the results.

Modelling Workshop: Statues - Chris Peach show you how to paint statues.

Army Workshop: Rohan Armies - Duncan Rhodes paints a Rohan army in preparation for a massive battle against Nick Bayton's Orcs.

`Eavy Metal Masterclass: The Sanguinor - Darren Latham shows us how to paint the Sanguinor and talks about the different methods of painting gold.

You'll also find full details of all the latest releases and news, a directory featuring all of the hobby activities in your local area, and this month's Standard Bearer, in which Jervis talks about finding inspiration for you army's colour scheme.

- Games Workshop website

White Dwarf 363 March 2010 - Battle Missions

The March issue...

Inside this month's issue:

Mechanised Fury - Tread-heads rejoice! Adam Troke is tasked to find out about the new mechanised Imperial Guard, Space Maine and Ork reinforcements.

Mission Confirmed - Adam's journalistic prying doesn't stop at tanks either. With a new Warhammer 40,000 Expansion also out this month, he delves into Battle Missions to find out more.

Reinforcements - Mat ward presents rules for using the new Rohan and Isengard heroes in the Strategy Battle Game.

The Fortress of Isengard - Under the guise of the White Wizard, Adam Troke talks tactics for the armies of Orthanc.

Rush and Rend - Andy Smillie returns to talk about Warhammer armies geared for defeating the foe in close combat.

Gorthor's Rampage - Phil Kelly recounts the legends of Gorthor, the beastliest Beastlord that ever was.

Tactica: Tyranids - Hive Mind sympathiser Robin Cruddace talks tactics and strategy for the Great Devourer.

Prepared Assault - The Orks take on the Imperial Guard in the first battle report to use a scenario from the new Battle Missions Expansion. Jervis Johnson introduces the proceedings.

Tyranid Digestion Pools - Mark Jones explains how he created the gloopy-looking digestion pools for the Studio's Tyranid terrain set.

Army Workshop: Isengard - This month we feature Nick Bayton's excellent Isengard force and follow his army-building journey.

`Eavy Metal Masterclass: Free Hand Design - The `Eavy Metal team gives us a Masterclass on how to paint freehand designs on your miniatures.

You'll also find full details of all the latest releases and news, a directory featuring all of the hobby activities in your local area, and this month's Standard Bearer, in which Jervis addresses the question of whether we're going to do any more armies.

- Games Workshop website

White Dwarf 362 Februrary 2010 - Beast Men

The February issue...

Inside this issue:

The designers behind the new Beastmen talk to Andy Hall about the Children of Chaos. 

Phil Kelly explains how to perform a successful Planetstrike attack in his 'Death from the Skies' tactica. Ummm yeah... lets not forget that the game mechanics for Planetstrike are far from balanced.

Robin Cruddace presents some monstrous Tyranid swarms for use in Apocalypse. Also far from balanced...

The Beastmen assault an Empire and Bretonnian alliance in their first ever Battle Report. 

Jervis explores the lure of conversions.

You'll also find 'Striking a Balance', which explains how to build - and win with - balanced Warhammer armies, and an 'Eavy Metal painting clinic where the team answers your questions.

Overall this was a rather boring White Dwarf with alot of the painting tips readily available online such as painting red.

- Games Workshop website