New Vanguard Boxes: Value Breakdown

Since our previous article, where we covered the Maggotkin, Fyreslayer, Idoneth Deepkin, Daughters of Khaine, and Nighthaunt vanguard boxes, there have been four more boxes released or revealed for Age of Sigmar. Vanguard: Disciples of Tzeentch UnitCost (£)PointsBattleline1 Magister on Disk of Tzeentch£24.0014510 Tzaangor£30.00175Yes10 Kairic Acolytes£16.25120Yes3 Screamers of Tzeentch£21.00100Conditional3 Flamers of Tzeentch£21.00190ConditionalTOTAL VALUE£112.25Saving£32.25Discount28.73%TOTAL POINTS730Cost per... Continue Reading →

11th November 2022 0

Who Are The Astra Militarum?

In the grim darkness of the far future the first line of defence between humanity and annihilation is the army of the Imperium of Man, known formally as the Astra Militarum, or informally as the Imperial Guard. When it comes to a universe packed full of nightmare-fuel xenos races such as the Necrons and Tyranids... Continue Reading →

7th November 2022 0

We Marvel At Crisis Protocol: Dormammu Did Not Come To Bargain

Explorers of the Miniverse - Marvel Crisis Protocol

We're back with our irregular series where Ben and I explore miniatures games beyond the bounds of our usual Games Workshop IPs to see what cool things are out there. Now, I wanted to do a spooky game for October, but we kind of already did that, so instead we played a game that my... Continue Reading →

5th November 2022 0

Black Library Book Review: Horus Rising (2006)

Horus Rising is the first book in the expansive Horus Heresy series, which covers the events of the Great Crusade and the corruption of Warmaster Horus during the Horus Heresy, some ten thousand standard years before the usual Warhammer setting of the 41st Millenium. The novels in this series are written by many well known... Continue Reading →

31st October 2022 0

Marvel Snap: Could you do this all day?

While we mostly cover miniatures games here at HandfulOfDice we sometimes branch out and cover something a little different if it's grabbed our attention. There's increasingly overlap in the world of card games and miniatures games, with Warhammer Underworlds being, I contend, a card game with miniatures, and the recent release of a set of... Continue Reading →

24th October 2022 0

These Cursed City Paint Jobs Are To Die For

For a little while now Games Workshop have been offering a free miniature in store, as part of their Miniature of the Month promotion. As October is the spookiest month of the year, we saw the re-release of Cursed City, as well as a free miniature from the box. As is now becoming a regular... Continue Reading →

19th October 2022 0

How to Win With the Gorechosen of Dromm in Warhammer Underworlds Rivals

Rivals format has quickly become one of the most popular ways to play Warhammer Underworlds, thanks to the fact you can pick up and play with a warband's faction cards (or one of the various universal Rivals decks if you prefer). Even in other formats, the cards we'll cover in this article are vital to... Continue Reading →

17th October 2022 2

Who Are The Tyranids?

Not much is known about the origins of the xenos known as the Tyranids, even their name comes from Tyran, the planet they were first encountered on. Despite this they're widely recognised as one of the largest threats to the life in the galaxy. Even the constant war of the Orks and soulless technology of... Continue Reading →

14th October 2022 0

All Warhammer Underworlds Rivals Decks Compared

Which Rivals Deck should you use for Warhammer Underworlds?

If you're a fan of Warhammer Underworlds you've most likely heard of Rivals. Unlike the other formats in Warhammer Underworlds, Rivals only uses either a warband's faction cards or a pre-made Universal Rivals deck, making it great fun for new and old players alike. The Rivals decks are also used in Nemesis format (mixed in... Continue Reading →

10th October 2022 1

What To Expect From A New Underworlds Season

New Warhammer Underworlds Boxed Set Revealed: Gnarlwood

With the release of Harrowdeep Games Workshop established a new release schedule for Warhammer Underworlds that means we get 2 "Core box" releases a year, separated by 2 individual warband releases. Each set of core box and further two warbands is referred to as a "season", meaning we get two seasons a year, at least... Continue Reading →

7th October 2022 0

These Leagues Of Votann Paint Jobs Are Overpowered

For a little while now Games Workshop have been offering a free miniature in store, as part of their Miniature of the Month promotion. This month they've upped their game though, and going forward not only will they be giving out a free mini, but it will be a brand new model from one of... Continue Reading →

3rd October 2022 0

Gorechosen of Dromm Deck: Try To Control Yourself

Dr Dromm: Ah, good evening Mr Gorehulk it's been a while since we've seen each other how is your rage?The Gorehulk: HULK SMASH! Dr Drom: I see, not much improvement then. Herax, you were keeping people at a distance last we spoke? How are your relationships. *Distant mumbling* Dr Drom: Ah I see Herax, you... Continue Reading →

30th September 2022 0

New Warhammer Underworlds Boxed Set Revealed: Gnarlwood

While we're still getting used to playing with The Gorechosen of Dromm, Games Workshop have just unveiled their next core box, Gnarlwood, over on Warhammer Community. Unlike previous season releases, there weren't may teasers in advance, so this is all new information right now. Here's what we know. As expected, this boxed set features two... Continue Reading →

26th September 2022 0

Who Are The Leagues Of Votann?

The Leagues of Votann have crashed back into the eternal colosseum that is the 41st millenium. Space Dwarves, Squats (though maybe don't let them hear you say that) and now Kin - this hardy race have been known under several names throughout the years. Short, stocky and long lived they're considered by the Imperium as... Continue Reading →

23rd September 2022 0

10 Miniature Painters With Amazing Warhammer Underworlds schemes

Warhammer Underworlds is one of Games Workshop's smaller game systems, but has consistently delivered some of the best model sculpts that the Mortal Realms have to offer. On top of that, the game's small model-count warbands mean there plenty of freedom to be creative. We've already featured some brilliant painters in both super colourful styles... Continue Reading →

16th September 2022 0

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