40k, Best of

Top 5: Leagues of Votann posts

Cinematic shot of Hernkyn Pioneer bikes clashing with a Primaris Chaplain on bike in a high-velocity battle in a blue lit gorge

This weekend, the Leagues of Votann are being treated to a wave of new miniatures and a brand-new Codex for the 10th Edition of Warhammer 40K. Time to celebrate the gruff Kyn with a selection of our five best posts. From breathtaking miniature showcases to step-by-step tutorials and in-depth reviews, you’ll find them all here on Tale of Painters.

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Age of Sigmar, Tutorials & Tips

Tutorial: How to paint Stahly’s purple Nighthaunt

The Bearer of the Block, a Nighthaunt model painted by Stahly for a tutorial, surrounded by purple and white miniature paint bottles and a brush, on a white background

In this tutorial I’ll show you how I paint the iconic purple-grey white of my Nighthaunt models. Using an airbrush and zenithal layers, the whole process is super quick and gives a wonderfully three-dimensional finish. After all, being Nagash’s thrall for all eternity is one thing – painting an army for all eternity is quite another.

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Age of Sigmar, Reviews

Review: Nighthaunt Lord Vitriolic & High Falconer Felgryn

Nighthaunt Lord Vitriolic and Flesh-eater Courts High Falconer Felgryn boxes arranged on a concrete background, lit with red and purple light, photographed for review purposes
8.0

This month, the Mortal Realms welcome two distinctive new characters – one haunting, one deranged. The Nighthaunt’s sinister Lord Vitriolic and the Flesh-eater Courts’ beast-bonded High Falconer Falgryn both arrive with new battletomes and Spearhead box sets. I’ve taken a closer look at both kits to see how they measure up in the flesh – or ectoplasm.

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40k, Reviews

Review: Salamanders Vulkan He’stan

Vulkan He’stan Warhammer 40k model box arranged on a concrete background, lit with orange light, photographed for review purposes
8.0

The Primaris reimagining of Vulkan He’stan leads a line-up of new First Founding character models unveiled at the latest Warhammer Preview. Unlike some of his newly announced brothers, however, Vulkan is available on his own rather than being bundled into a Combat Patrol or Battle Box. In this review, we take a closer look at the sprue and the available build options.

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40k, Reviews

Review: Leagues of Votann Ironkin Steeljacks, Kapricus, Cthonian Earthshakers & characters

Leagues of Votann Kapricus, Ironkin Steeljacks, Cthonian Earthshakers, Buri Aegnirssen, Arkanyst Evaluator, Memnyr Strategist model boxes arranged on a concrete background, lit with purple and blue light, photographed for review purposes
7.5

Time to return to the rugged expeditions of the Leagues of Votann, as we jump into a mega review covering no less than six new releases. From heavy-hitting Ironkin Steeljacks to stoic heroes like Buri Aegnirssen, and the imposing ordnance of the Cthonian Earthshakers, the latest release wave has it all. In classic Tale of Painters fashion, this review is packed with crisp high-res sprue photos and a comprehensive list of every single build option.

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40k, Showcase

Showcase: Leagues of Votann Hearthkyn Warriors

Cinematic shot of a Hearthkyn Warriors Theyn with EtaCarn plasma pistol, white armour, and orange suit, painted by Dunk

Hi everyone! I’m a big fan of the Leagues of Votann, so I was thrilled to see the latest reveal from Games Workshop showcasing new Votann models in their Big Summer Warhammer Preview. These fresh additions are a welcome expansion to the existing range, and for me, it’s vital that new models continue to flow into a faction – it keeps things exciting and dynamic.

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