Editorial

Editorial: 500 Worlds (and the real value of campaign supplements)

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Digital composing of a close-up of a Marneus Calgar in Gravis armour model, with crackling blue energy on his power fist, a large 500 in the dark space background

Who else is excited for the new 500 Worlds story arc? The hype train left the station for me the moment it was announced. Having started painting my Ultras force last year, this release has landed at the perfect time. For once, I’ve actually lucked out! Im pleased to share with you some finished photos of my take on the mighty Marneus Calgar With Victrix Honour Guard and his Blade Guard Body Guard unit. 

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40k, Reviews

Review: Captain Titus and the Wardens of Ultramar

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Captain Titus & the Wardens of Ultramar model kit box arranged on a concrete background, lit with yellow and orange light
8.5

The “Ultramadness” continues – after all, we hadn’t had new Ultramarines models for four whole months! But relief is at hand with Captain Titus and the Wardens of Ultramar. In this review & video unboxing we’re taking a very close look at the main protagonists of the 500 Worlds campaign, including high-res sprue images and all possible build options.

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Best of, Editorial, Showcase

Best of: Dunk’s recap of 2025 and hobby resolutions for 2026

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Collage of multiple Warhammer miniatures painted by Dunk in little square tiles, amongst them Ultramarines, Cadians, and Seraphon

As the year comes to an end, it’s nice to look back and reflect on the progress made. I’ve thoroughly enjoyed sharing my thoughts on the hobby here on Tale of Painters, along with the models I’ve completed throughout the year. Before I go any further, I’d like to raise a glass to my good friends Garfy and Stahly, who have been so positive and encouraging. I can’t thank you both enough for your friendship and guidance as I continue to develop as a painter. And another cheeky toast to all our readers who have been painting along with us. Cheers to you all!

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40k, Age of Sigmar, Reviews

Review: Warhammer plushies by Tomy

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An arrangement of three Warhammer plushies from Tomy: an XXL Ultramarine plush plus a Gloomspite Git and pink Grenade Nurgling
8.0

Today we’re taking a break from miniatures to review something that’s just as adorable but infinitely more huggable: Tomy’s official Warhammer plushies. Yes, you read that right: the grim darkness of the far future now comes in soft, cuddly form. We’ve got our hands on a Grenade Nurgling, a Gloomspite Git, and an oversized Ultramarine Space Marine to see if these plush companions are worth adding to your collection.

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40k, Best of

Top 5: Our best Ultramarines posts

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Close-up of an Ultramarines Captain Fabian of the 3rd Company, in front of an orange red background

Last weekend, the Ultramarines were graced with a selection of new models, and they will continue to play a key role in the 500 Worlds campaign going forward. Today, we present to you our top 5 Ultramarines posts. Everything is included, from inspiring miniature showcases to tutorials and reviews, because Ultramarines have always been extremely popular within the Tale of Painters crew.

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40k, Reviews

Review: Ultramarines Marneus Calgar, Cato Sicarius, Victrix Honour Guard & upgrades

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Ultramarines Victrix Guard, Marneus Calgar in Armour of Antilochus, Cato Sicarius, and Ultramarines Upgrades and Transfers boxes on a concrete background, lit with orange and blue light
8.0

In the past, the Ultramarines have often been given somewhat stepchild treatment when it comes to model support compared to the other big four chapters. Not anymore. Alongside newly redesigned characters such as Marneus Calgar in Terminator Armour and Cato Sicarius, we’re also taking a look at the brand-new Victrix Honour Guard and the Ultramarines Upgrade Set in this review. Courage, honour, and high-res sprue images!

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