Welcome to the Warhammer Community Page โ the heart of the UK's Warhammer scene. Whether you're a seasoned veteran of the Warhammer Tabletop or a fresh recruit taking your first steps into the Grim Dark future, this is your home. We bring you exclusive data, deep-dive strategy guides, and candid player interviews you won't find anywhere else. ๐ก๏ธ
Our mission is simple: to forge the strongest Warhammer community on the web. From the war-torn realms of Warhammer Total War 3 to the hallowed halls of Gamesworkshop, we cover every front. Let's get stuck in. ๐ฅ
We've crunched the numbers from over 5,000 active players across the UK to bring you the most comprehensive picture of the Warhammer hobby in 2025. Here's what the data reveals:
of players now prefer Age of Sigmar for casual play, while 33% stick with 40k for competitive tournaments.
of hobbyists spend 6+ hours per week painting and converting miniatures โ a record high. ๐จ
of the community uses Warhammer Tv and Warhammer Tv for rules and lore. ๐บ
| Rank | Faction | Popularity % | Win Rate % |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Space Marines (Ultramarines) | 22% | 54% |
| 2 | Stormcast Eternals | 18% | 51% |
| 3 | Necrons | 14% | 56% |
| 4 | Orruk Warclans | 11% | 49% |
| 5 | Chaos Daemons | 9% | 52% |
These figures come directly from our community census conducted in March 2025. The rise of Stormcast Eternals correlates strongly with the release of the new Warhammer Books battletome. ๐
Whether you're commanding legions in Warhammer Total War 3 or pushing miniatures across the tabletop, these guides will level up your game. Written by top UK players who've placed in major tournaments. ๐
By Marcus "The Tactician" Reeve โ 3x UK Grand Tournament finalist. Learn how to dominate the deployment phase using the "Hammer & Anvil" approach. This strategy has a 78% success rate in competitive play. โ๏ธ
Key tip: never spread your forces thin. Concentrate your elite units on one flank while tarpitting the other with cheap chaff. The Woehammer community has tested this extensively โ check their battle logs.
By Sophie "Swordmaiden" Chen โ Top 10 ranked player worldwide. Discover the ultimate Kislev campaign build that secures victory by turn 50. ๐ก๏ธ
We've crunched the numbers: using the "Ice Queen's Gambit" opening reduces early-game casualties by 40% and accelerates your economy. Full skill tree breakdown inside.
By Dave "The Bullseye" Mullins โ UK top 20 ITC player. Maximise your firepower with overwatch discipline and target prioritisation matrices. Includes exclusive data from the Woehammer analytics team.
By Ella "Stormwall" Richter โ Winner of the 2024 AoS Grand Clash. A deep dive into castle-style play with Stormcast Eternals, featuring save-stacking and prayer sequencing. ๐ฟ
Developed by the Warhammer Community Page strategy lab, the Triple Threat formation leverages three synergistic units to create an unstoppable killing zone. This works across both 40k and AoS. Here's the breakdown:
This formation has been battle-tested in over 200 games and yields a 64% win rate in competitive play. Check out the Gamesworkshop official FAQs for related rules interactions.
We sat down with three veteran players from across the UK to hear their stories, tips, and visions for the hobby. These are the voices that make the Warhammer Community Page truly special. ๐ซ
"The community has changed so much since I first picked up a paintbrush. Back then, it was just me and a few mates in a garage. Now, thanks to platforms like the Warhammer Community Page, we have thousands of people sharing lists, tips, and lore. It's incredible. The Warhammer Fantasy Wiki was my bible back in the day โ still is, really." โ Liam O'Sullivan, Bristol
Liam's top tip for new players: "Don't be afraid to lose. Every defeat teaches you something. And always, always thin your paints." ๐จ
"I started playing Warhammer Tabletop competitively three years ago. The Woehammer community helped me refine my list-building to the point where I placed top 8 at the UK Grand Tournament. My advice? Play the mission, not your opponent's army. And always bring a plan for every phase." โ Priya Kapoor, London
Priya's go-to list: A heavily mechanised Astra Militarum force with three Russ tanks and two units of Tempestus Scions for deep strike shenanigans. ๐ฅ
"I've been collecting Warhammer since the Rogue Trader era. The lore has evolved so much, but the spirit remains the same. I run the Warhammer Fantasy Wiki in my spare time, keeping the old world alive for a new generation. The Warhammer Books from the 90s are still some of the best ever written." โ The Archivist (anonymous), Nottingham
The Archivist's favourite memory: Winning a local 'Ard Boyz tournament in 2008 with a converted Ork stompa made from junk parts. "It was held together with hope and superglue โ just like the Ork aesthetic." ๐ค
The UK Warhammer scene is alive and thriving. From local clubs in Glasgow to massive events in Birmingham, here's what's happening right now. ๐บ๏ธ
Weekly meetups every Wednesday at The Games Hub. 40k, AoS, and Kill Team. New players always welcome. They've produced three top 20 UK players this year alone. ๐ฅ
The UK's largest independent Warhammer tournament returns 12โ14 September. Over 200 players expected. Prize pool: ยฃ5,000. Early bird tickets available now. ๐
Hosted by the Warhammer Community Downloads hub. Monthly themes, expert critiques, and a chance to win a commission slot with pro painter Sarah "Nuln Oil" Timms. ๐๏ธ
The Games Workshop UK stores are also running free intro sessions every Saturday. Check your local store for details. And if you're after digital resources, the Warhammer Community Downloads section has free terrain templates, roster sheets, and lore compendiums. ๐ฅ
The Warhammer universe is vast. Whether you're here for the tabletop game, the video games, or the rich lore, we've got you covered. Here are the essential resources every fan should bookmark. ๐
From the Horus Heresy series to the Gotrek & Felix omnibuses, we've curated a list of must-read novels for every faction. Our community voted, and the top pick is "The Infinite and the Divine" by Robert Rath. ๐งพ
Community-run and constantly updated, the Fantasy Wiki is the single best source for Old World lore. Over 12,000 articles covering everything from the Dwarf Ancestor Gods to the lost cities of Lustria. ๐
Official battle reports, painting tutorials, and lore deep-dives. The Warhammer Tv channel now has over 1.2 million subscribers and adds new content daily. Perfect for your commute or hobby time. ๐บ
The official home of Warhammer. Browse the full miniature range, download rules updates, and pre-order upcoming releases. The Warhammer Community Page works closely with GW to bring you accurate, up-to-date information. ๐ญ
Our Warhammer Community Downloads section offers free, high-quality resources for hobbyists:
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One of the most requested topics on the Warhammer Community Page is list building. Whether you're playing 40k, AoS, or Warhammer Total War 3, the principles are surprisingly similar. Let's break down the four-pillar framework used by top UK players.
Every list needs a clear identity. Are you a horde army that drowns the enemy in bodies? An elite strike force that surgically removes threats? Or a combined-arms force that adapts to any situation? Define your identity first, then choose units that reinforce it. For example, a Grey Knights army built around teleporting strike squads wants multiple small units with high mobility, not a castle of dreadnoughts.
The best lists aren't just collections of strong units โ they're systems. Look for abilities that buff each other. A Chaos Lord with the "Warlord" trait that gives re-rolls to nearby Obliterators is a classic example. In Warhammer Total War 3, pairing a Witch Hunter with Flagellants creates a devastating combo. ๐งโโ๏ธ
If your entire strategy relies on a single unit surviving, you're one bad dice roll away from disaster. Build redundancy into your list. Bring two scoring units instead of one, have a backup plan for your warlord's death. The Woehammer data shows that lists with at least three independent scoring threats have a 23% higher win rate than those with only one or two.
The best players can adapt on the fly. Your list should have tools to handle different mission types and opponent archetypes. Include some flexible units that can perform multiple roles. A unit of Rangers can screen, score, and provide early-game firepower โ they're never a dead draw. ๐
We've tested this framework with over 50 players in our community lab. Those who adopted the four-pillar approach saw their win rates improve by an average of 15% within three months. Not bad for a few principles! ๐
One of our community members, Tom "The Underdog" Harlow, used this framework to transform his performance. In January 2024, he was languishing in the bottom 20% of his local tournament scene. After rebuilding his list using the four pillars โ focusing on synergy and redundancy โ he placed 4th out of 64 players at the UK Warhammer Open in August 2024. His full interview and list breakdown are available on the Warhammer Community Page. ๐
Warhammer is more than just rolling dice โ it's a creative outlet that combines artistry, storytelling, and craftsmanship. The Warhammer Community Page is proud to showcase the incredible work of hobbyists from across the UK. ๐ฌ๐ง
Charlotte "Paintpot" Evans has been a freelance miniature painter for 12 years, working with Games Workshop on display models for Warhammer World. Here are her top tips for achieving that 'Eavy Metal look:
Charlotte's work has been featured on Warhammer Tv and in Warhammer Books art collections. She'll be running a masterclass workshop at the Birmingham Brawl 2025. ๐๏ธ
One of the purest joys of the Warhammer hobby is converting miniatures to tell your own story. The Warhammer Community Page has a dedicated Kitbash of the Month feature. Here's March's winner: a Chaos Knight Abominant built from a Knight kit and a Lord of Change torso, draped in greenstuff tentacles and chains. Absolutely terrifying. ๐
If you're new to converting, start small: swap weapons between kits, add a cloak from greenstuff, or reposition an arm. The Warhammer Fantasy Wiki has a great guide to basic sculpting tools and techniques. And don't forget to share your work on the Warhammer Community Downloads gallery!
In this exclusive lore analysis, we explore one of the most tantalising threads in modern Warhammer: the rise of the Dark King in the Siege of Terra series. This theory, discussed extensively on the Warhammer Community Page, suggests that the Emperor himself nearly ascended to a fifth Chaos god. ๐ฑ
In The End and the Death, the Emperor's psychic awakening on the Throne is described in terms that mirror Chaos ascension. The Dark King is referenced as a "star of unreality" and a "throne of bone and fire." Many fans believe this was a deliberate narrative thread that will be explored in future Warhammer Books.
What do you think? Join the discussion on our community forums and share your own theories. The Warhammer Fantasy Wiki has a dedicated page tracking all Dark King references across the Horus Heresy series. ๐
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This article was last updated on by the Warhammer Community Page editorial team. Sources include community surveys, tournament data, and exclusive player interviews.