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INTERVIEW·WHITE DWARF 441

The Lord of the Forge

April 2019·pp. 74–81

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Tony Cottrell recalls hand-built tanks, early photography and the production work that preceded Forge World. The interview follows resin upgrade kits towards Titans, Primarchs and revived specialist games, presenting teamwork and model-making enthusiasm as the constant behind decades of technical and commercial change.

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Readers’ Models

A reader gallery ranges from richly coloured Chaos figures to sombre Space Marines, alien creatures and a detailed Imperial pilot. Photography tips support future submissions, while a highlighted shield demonstrates how tiny scratches can make black and yellow armour appear battle-worn.

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Worlds of Warhammer: Special Characters

Phil considers why memorable named heroes combine recognisable archetypes with flaws and exceptions to their faction’s usual behaviour. Established characters and a list of questions about origin, motive and past deeds show how players can develop their own leaders and turn battlefield results into a continuing personal saga.

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Echoes from the Warp: Keywords and Stratagems

Robin traces how flexible keywords solve awkward restrictions while allowing sub-factions to develop distinct identities. Stratagems move situational rules away from crowded datasheets and make Command Points an active resource, though the prevalence of the re-roll option illustrates how a simple tool can shape the whole game.

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