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Introduction Tour
 
Two hobbyists enjoy a game of Mines of Moria
 

A Mighty Space Marine WarriorWhether it's the ringing clash of steel against steel or the percussive blast of bolter fire that draws you to battle, the Games Workshop Hobby puts you in command of the action! Using finely detailed miniatures as your army, you control the outcome of epic battles on your own tabletop! It's more than just a game as the worlds of Games Workshop open up into an entire hobby!

If you are not sure what Games Workshop is all about or you are excited about fighting fast-paced battles across a tabletop with miniatures to represent your combatants, you have come to the right place! During your tour you will find out how extensive the Games Workshop Hobby really is and what it means to collect, paint and play with an army of finely sculpted miniatures right on your tabletop.

 
A Painted Space Marine Miniature

The Worlds of Games Workshop

Games Workshop creates entire worlds to explore as you battle your friends on the tabletop. Fight across a war-torn fantasy world of heavily armoured knights and hulking, savage orcs or engage your opponent on the battlefields of the far future where humanity's existence hangs in the balance and there is only war! Continue the tour and see what the worlds of Warhammer, Warhammer 40,000 and The Lord of the Rings Strategy Battle Game are all about!

     
A Painted Dwarf Miniature

Citadel Miniatures

Citadel Miniatures has over 10,000 models in its ever-expanding range! With both plastic and metal miniatures, building an army is easy... but picking which army you'd like to play with is the hard part! Whether you are starting an army for Warhammer, Warhammer 40,000 or The Lord of the Rings Strategy Battle Game, the number of beautifully sculpted Citadel miniatures is practically endless. For truly infinite possibilities, Citadel components can be combined to create unique miniatures and armies.

     
White Dwarf Magazine

White Dwarf Magazine

Each and every month, Games Workshop releases White Dwarf, a full-colour magazine that shows off the hobby in glorious detail. Whether you are a beginning or advanced hobbyist, White Dwarf is the premier source for painting tips, modelling and conversion ideas, and tutorials on making great scenery and terrain. Each issue is also packed with battle reports, scenarios, new rules and army lists which will help you keep your games fresh and interesting. Get more info on White Dwarf here.

     
A Painted Lord of the Rings Miniature

Games Workshop Website

After you're done with your Online Tour, feel free to explore the rest of our website. Visit our News Section to find out the up-to-date low down on everything Games Workshop and even get sneak peaks at upcoming releases. Shop online in our Online Store to amass your own mighty army! Check out the White Dwarf Online newsletter for helpful painting, modelling and gaming articles for your favourite game system. Also be sure to check out the Community section where you can find out about gaming clubs in your area and get info on campaigns, tournaments and other Games Workshop events.

 
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