40k, Kill Team, Showcase

Showcase: Hive Fleet Kraken Tyranid Warrior Leader

Cinematic shot of a Hive Fleet Kraken Tyranid Warriors Leader painted by Stahly

Introducing my Hive Fleet Kraken splinter fleet Tyranid Warrior, the formidable leader of my upcoming Hive Fleet Kill Team. In this showcase blog post, witness my rendition of this relentless killing machine, sporting the deadly bonesword and lash-whip combination, backed up by a gruesome Deathspitter.

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Paints & tools, Reviews

Review: Warpaints Fanatic by The Army Painter – best paints in the world?

The Army Painter Warpaints Fanatic review mixed assortment of paints
8.0

This is an honest and unbiased review of the new Warpaints Fanatic. If there is one thing that The Army Painter is good at, then it’s generating buzz on social media. However, I found that their quality control can be hit or miss. Over the last couple of years, I tested all major miniature paint ranges, so I have a really good idea of what acrylic paint can do these days. I tried all 216 colours of the new range, and I’ll tell you if The Army Painter can live up to their promises.

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Editorial, Showcase

Garfy’s 2024 Hobby Resolution and Recap of 2023

Celebrating the last 12 month’s of hobby output is an annual tradition here at Tale of Painters. I’m going to take a look back through the year and share what I managed to paint and how many of my 2023 hobby resolutions I succeeded in completing, I’ll also share my 2024 hobby resolutions and as a bonus, I round up all 30 paint recipes cards I made this year at the end of the post.

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Paints & tools, Product Guides

Stahly’s best washes for painting Warhammer miniatures 2024

Stahly's best washes for painting Warhammer miniatures

When it comes to breathing life into your Warhammer and tabletop miniatures, the magic lies in the details. An essential tool in every painter’s arsenal is the wash – a secret weapon that enhances depth, shadows, and the overall visual appeal of your models. In 2024, there are so many brands competing for your hard-earned money, but I’m here to share my personal best washes for painting Warhammer and tabletop miniatures.

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