White Dwarf 515 is a full on love letter to the Adeptus Astartes.
Riding the Summer Preview hype, this issue digs into lore, rules, and hobby in equal measure. As a long time player, I appreciate when it blends narrative context with tabletop crunch. Moreover, it drops a bite sized Space Marine 2 game you can play at home. Consequently, it is a great pickup whether you paint, play, or both.
Imperial Eyes on the Angels of Death
The opener is a thoughtful lore dive on how regular Imperials perceive Space Marines. Additionally, it highlights how few citizens ever see one in person, which is usually bad news. Chapters also shape those perceptions, so allies may love or fear them depending on heraldry and history. Therefore, it is perfect context fuel for campaigns and narrative games.
Dreadnoughts: History, Patterns, and Heroes
Next, the magazine tours one of the most iconic Marine units. You get history, pattern overviews, and the revered heroes that slumber inside. Moreover, it connects lore to model ranges which helps collectors plan projects. Consequently, your next sarcophagus giant suddenly has a lineage.
Space Marine 2 Operations on Your Table
A fast, co‑op style mini game lets you command Straban, Quartus, and squadmates. Players complete objectives while Tyranids flood Boarding Actions corridors. Additionally, the rules are quick to learn and feel like the Operations mode. Therefore, it is a great club night warmup between full games.
Forge Your Own Chapter
There is a huge 20 page guide to custom Chapters with Studio and ’Eavy Metal examples. It covers naming, symbols, and backstory building, with a handy random table for inspiration. Moreover, the photography showcases striking schemes and clever conversions. Consequently, you get practical steps and visual sparks for a unique army identity.
Skaven Schemes and Saturnine Secrets
The Mortal Realms get sneaky with a profile of the Great Horned Rat. Meanwhile, Heresy designers discuss the genesis of Saturnine tech that anchors the new edition. Additionally, that piece links design intent to tabletop roles which hobbyists will love. Therefore, both fantasy and Heresy fans get meaningful reads.
How to Get It
You can pre order White Dwarf 515 this Saturday, or secure a 12 month subscription. Subscribers receive special full art covers delivered to their door. Moreover, this issue lands perfectly after the Space Marine reveals. Consequently, it ties your hype to real table time with lore, rules, and hobby guidance.
Final Thoughts
White Dwarf 515 mixes inspiration with utility in classic fashion. You get a sharp lore lens on the Astartes, a deep Dreadnought feature, and a punchy mini game. Additionally, the custom Chapter workshop is a hobby treasure trove. If you love Space Marines, this issue gives you reasons to paint, play, and plan your next crusade.
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