The 4th and 7th Regiments of the Duchy of Warsaw carried not just muskets into battle, but also the hopes of a nation striving for independence. Key to their success in the Peninsular War and on the Eastern Front were the officers, drummers, and standard bearers who forged order and unity amid chaos.
Kissy Snake Interviews airbornegrove26: A Slithery Chat with the Man Behind the Give'em Lead
"Sometimes when you channel chaos, sometimes it bites back!"
*Kissy Snake coils around her microphone (a blackened femur, naturally), her golden eyes glinting like molten gold. She hisses, “Welcome, mortals, to a special edition of The Coiled Truth. Today, I have with me none other than the infamous Oldhammer blogger and hobbyist, Airbornegrove26! He’s here to share his dark wisdom on hero creation, Khorne’s glorious chaos, and the art of keeping Oldhammer alive in a world of shiny new plastic. So, Airborne, tell me—when did you first hear Khorne’s call to spill blood in his name?”
In the world of tabletop wargaming, few debates have ignited as much passion and division as the one surrounding the editions of Warhammer Fantasy Battle (WFB). Since its inception in 1983, the game has undergone numerous transformations—each edition bringing new rules, mechanics, and sometimes, a radical shift in tone. For many, the nostalgia attached to certain editions of WFB is as fierce as any battlefield clash, leading to what I now fondly call the Edition Wars. But of all the editions that have graced the tabletop, my personal favorites—through careful consideration and deep reflection—remain 3rd and 4th/5th editions, with a slight nod to Old World for its gritty nostalgia. But before we dive into the battle lines, let’s take a quick tour of the editions that came before and after.
The Origins of Competitive Warhammer: Jervis Johnson’s First Tournament
In 1995, the world of Warhammer Fantasy Battle entered a new era with its first official tournament, spearheaded by Jervis Johnson. This event was groundbreaking not only for its format but also for how it redefined the way players approached their armies and the game itself.
