White Dwarf 527: The Inside Scoop on Warhammer 40,000

White Dwarf issue 527 provides a deep dive into the new edition of Warhammer 40,000, featuring lore updates, designer commentary, and new rules. The issue also includes content for Warhammer Quest and hobby advice for miniature painting.
Why it matters
As the official publication for Games Workshop, this content is essential for the tabletop gaming community to understand upcoming rule changes and narrative developments.
White Dwarf heads to the war world of Armageddon this month, with an in-depth look at the new edition of Warhammer 40,000. See what’s in the new issue before it goes up for pre-order on Saturday 8 August.
Issue 527 kicks off with the lore of the new edition, filling in the gaps between the events of Armageddon: Return of Yarrick and the launch of Operation Imperator . The outnumbered defenders, the rampaging Ork invaders and the Imperial reinforcements all have their own tales to be told, all of which are a great inspiration for your own games and narrative campaigns.
The new edition of Warhammer 40,000 began with a range of stunning Space Marines and Orks miniatures – including the swift Land Speeder and imposing Big Mek Dakkarig – and you can learn all about how they were created in a detailed 16-page designer’s commentary.
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