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Inside the Studio: Vox Chatter

December 2023·p. 142

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The team sets its intentions for the 2024 hobby bingo sheet. Matt looks towards Wood Elves and more games, Dan has tanks, Necrons and skaven in mind, Adam plans World Eaters, and Sophie continues her Custodes; other contributors discuss quick Tyranid schemes and Boarding Actions collections. Their conversation emphasises achievable gaming goals and continuing personal narratives alongside the painting challenges.

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