Warhammer in all its flavours
So, you’ve built your first models and assembled your toolkit. Now it’s time to face the next big milestone: painting your first Warhammer miniatures. This is where the Warhammer hobby transforms from plastic into personality. But for many newcomers it can be a little intimidating. In this guide, we’ll walk you through every step of... Continue Reading →
Painting a Warhammer centrepiece model, whether it’s a towering Wraith Knight, a putrid Great Unclean One or a well-known character, can feel intimidating. Their large size, huge amounts of detail and impressive sculpts are designed to draw attention on the table. Knowing they’ll be closely admired, might be key to tying your colour scheme together... Continue Reading →
Learning how to dry brush miniatures gives you one of the easiest and most effective ways to highlight the raised details of your models. With just a small amount of paint and the right technique, you can bring out texture and definition in minutes; no complex, advanced skills needed. In this guide, we’ll walk you... Continue Reading →
Learning how to wash or shade miniatures is one of the simplest ways to instantly improve the look of your models. A well-applied wash can take a flat base coat and turn it into a miniature full of depth, contrast, and character - with minimal effort. This guide walks you through everything you need to... Continue Reading →
Painting armies can be a grind, especially when you’re looking at dozens (or even hundreds) of models in your backlog. But there’s a tried-and-tested way to boost your output and keep your motivation up: batch painting. It’s a method used by hobbyists and pros alike to get models finished faster, while keeping quality consistent across... Continue Reading →
So, you’ve picked a faction and made your first purchase. Congratulations! But when you open that box of sprues, it quickly becomes clear: this hobby is more than just miniatures. An often overlooked cost for a Warhammer beginner is the hobby tools. Glue. Paints. Brushes. Maybe a magnifying lamp? But before you buy one of... Continue Reading →
Whether you’re painting your first Space Marine or building a full Orruk waaagh, learning how to base paint miniatures is one of the most important steps in painting. It’s the stage where your models go from flat primer to vibrant, recognisable warriors - setting the stage for everything that follows. Get your base coats right,... Continue Reading →
Choosing a paint scheme can feel like trying to pick a tattoo: permanent (or at least hard to undo) and weirdly personal. You’ve gathered inspiration — a moody fantasy painting, a bit of Netflix drama, maybe some AI-generated faction art — but now what? How do you turn your paint scheme inspiration into a painted... Continue Reading →
If your painting station is starting to resemble a battlefield of its own - scattered paints, misplaced brushes, and a general sense of chaos. It might be time for a change. Hobby desk upgrades don't require a complete overhaul; a few strategic additions can make a world of difference. Here are five top-notch upgrades to... Continue Reading →
So you’ve picked your faction. You’re ready to dive into the world of Warhammer, paintbrush in hand, credit card burning a hole in your wallet. But before you start throwing sprues into your cart, let’s take a beat. There are smarter ways to build your first collection - ways that save you time, money, and... Continue Reading →
When you first start miniature painting it's relatively easy to find your paint scheme inspiration - Just paint it how it's 'meant' to be painted. Space Marines? How about the classic Ultramarine Blue with Gold. Owlbears? Try a rugged brown. Stormtroopers? White and black of course. As you build up your painting skills, as well... Continue Reading →
Whether you’re heading to pick up your first box of miniatures or you’ve been orbiting the Warhammer community for months like a hesitant commander about to order your drop pod launch, one question looms large. How do I go about choosing a Warhammer faction? With dozens of armies across Warhammer 40,000 and Age of Sigmar,... Continue Reading →
It’s been a minute, hasn’t it? Much like a lost Baneblade emerging from the mists of Armageddon, Handful of Dice is rumbling back onto the battlefield — tracks squeaking, paint chipped, but with all the same determination to bring you guys some great Warhammer content. We’ve had a break, and wanted to start our comeback... Continue Reading →
If you've been painting miniatures using Games Workshop's Citadel paints for any length of time you've probably experienced some issues with the pots they decant their paints into. Small flip-lid pots that frequently from dry out (not least because paint clogs the seam of the lid), get knocked over and overload your brush. If you've... Continue Reading →
With the year drawing to a close and Da Red Gobbo loading up his sack (and Shoota) it’s time to start thinking of Warhammer Christmas gift ideas. Got a hobby fan in your life? Trying to decide what to add to your list? The HoD team have you covered. We’ve put our heads together to... Continue Reading →
