How concept art and campaign replays shaped this stunning StarCraft Hydralisk paint scheme
I managed to snag the Hydralisks early and so this project became a test bed for what I wanted my Zerg to look like (thanks again to Stahly for securing these for me at Salute!) Having been a huge fan of the StarCraft games since my youth, I wanted to really enjoy the nostalgia as I got to grips with these models. So I took my time reviewing old artwork and screenshots, even replaying some of the campaigns, trying to identify what felt truest to my personal, very subjective memory.
Who makes the best rust & patina paint? Dirty Down vs. Green Stuff World review
Green Stuff World have released six new patina paints that oxidise just like the popular Dirty Down paints. But without the solvents, without the smell, at a lower price, and with extra colours like soot and dirt. In this video, I put all six Green Stuff World paints head-to-head with Dirty Down to find out which patina paint pulls off the best effects.
Horus Heresy Maximus Battle Group & Whirlwind reviewed: big box, small compromises
MkIV power armour is perhaps the suit most people picture when they think of the Horus Heresy, the advanced plate that carried entire Legions through the war’s bloodiest campaigns. We’re unboxing two long-awaited releases: the Maximus Battle Group, which finally brings plastic MkIV Legionaries and Assault Marines to the tabletop alongside a Contemptor Dreadnought and Sicaran Battle Tank. Plus the Whirlwind Missile Tank, which seemed to be delayed in the fogs of war. In this review, we go through every kit in detail, compare the new MkIV sculpts against their classic predecessors, and bring you high-res sprue images.
My Aeldari obsession returned: Corsairs Soul Weaver, Gunner & Voidreaver showcase
The galaxy’s wandering reavers are calling me back to the paint table. Aeldari Corsairs roam the void between the dying craftworlds, raiding and surviving on their own terms, and that restless spirit has finally pulled me back into painting pointy ears after a long hiatus. In this post, I’m sharing my progress on the Corsairs Voidscarred Kill Team, picking up a burgundy colour scheme I first tested years ago and finally turning it into a full squad.
The best hobby Amazon Prime Day deals 2026
It’s that time of year again: Amazon Prime Day 2026 is live, and we’ve sifted through hundreds of offers to find the deals actually worth your hobby budget. From airbrushes and tools to camera gear, gaming accessories, action figures, board games, and other geeky essentials, we’ve rounded up the standout discounts for miniature painters and Warhammer collectors alike.
Excess on parade: Lord of Hysteria, The Decadent Host & Accursed Reflection reviewed
Excess is never enough for the followers of Slaanesh, and their revised battletome arrives with reinforcements to match that appetite. We’re reviewing the Lord of Hysteria, the only new model in this release, alongside two bundle boxes: Battleforce: The Decadent Host and Regiments of Renown: Accursed Reflection. In this review, we examine all three releases in detail, including high-res sprue images of the Lord of Hysteria.
Stop abusing your lungs: this is the affordable respirator mask every hobbyist needs
Rattle cans, airbrushing, spray varnish, enamel thinners, solvents: The Warhammer hobby exposes your lungs to a surprising range of hazardous particles and chemical fumes, and an open window and even an airbrush extractor unit aren’t enough. A proper respirator mask is one of the most important and most overlooked pieces of kit any miniature painter can own. Here’s what to look for, plus our budget recommendation that covers everything you need for under £30 / 30 € / $30.
Look ere ‘umiez, da 5 best Ork tutorials & model showcases
Road to Armageddon continues. And dis time, da Orks get their moment in da spotlight. Long-time greenskin veteran or fresh out of the Armageddon box, here are our five favourite Ork posts from the Tale of Painters archive to get your WAAAGH! going. Army showcases, unhinged kitbashes, painting tutorials, this best-of has it all.
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