Readers that Wargame
Welcome to Readers that Wargame, where storytelling meets strategy! This channel is all about bridging the gap between book lovers and wargaming enthusiasts. Dive into the lore of your favorite fantasy and sci-fi novels, get inspired by epic storylines, and see how they can fuel your passion for tabletop wargames like Warhammer 40,000. From in-depth book reviews to guides on creating lore-accurate armies, we explore the worlds of iconic series like Expeditionary Force, The Stormlight Archive, and more. Whether you're a longtime wargamer or a curious bookworm, there’s something here for you!
Episodes
🔥 Faith. Fire. Fury. 🔥
What if you could take the story of Danie Ware’s The Rose of War and bring it to life on the tabletop?
In this video, we build a lore-accurate Adepta Sororitas army list that captures the faith, fire, and zeal of the Sisters of Battle as seen in the novel. We’ll cover everything you need to know:
01:13 📖 Book Review & Lore Background – who the Sisters are and how the novel portrays them.
05:05 🛡️ Army Li...
What if you could command your own starship, design its layout, recruit a crew, and fight epic space battles — all in pixel-perfect style? 🚀✨
In this bonus video, we dive into Pixel Starships on Steam and explore why Warhammer 40k fans and tabletop wargamers will love it. From building ships like a Battlefleet Gothic commander to managing resources like a Rogue Trader, this game hits the sweet spot for hobbyists who love strate...
In the grim darkness of the far future… even Halloween has cosplay! 🎃
This special episode counts down the Top 5 Warhammer 40K cosplayers who bring the 41st Millennium to life with terrifying detail, grimdark style, and jaw-dropping craftsmanship.
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The Astra Militarum — billions strong, yet only a handful of regiments ever get the spotlight. We all know the Cadians, Krieg, and Tanith Ghosts… but what about the forgotten heroes of the Imperium?
In this video, we dive into 10 Imperial Guard regiments that no one ever talks about — from the brutal Savlar Chem-Dogs to the disciplined Mordian Iron Guard, the stoic Valhallans, the ornate Vostroyans, and many more. These forces may n...
What if you could bring The Infinite and The Divine to life on the tabletop? ⚡
In this video, we dive into the epic Warhammer 40k novel by Robert Rath and show you how to build a lore-accurate Necron army inspired by the eternal rivalry of Trazyn the Infinite and Orikan the Diviner. From unit choices and painting schemes to kitbashing ideas and battlefield tactics, we’ll cover everything you need to field an army straight out of the...
When you think of Space Marines, you probably imagine Ultramarines, Blood Angels, and Space Wolves. But the Imperium is massive, and countless loyalist Chapters fight and die in the shadows — overlooked by the community and rarely featured in games or novels.In this video, we uncover the Top 10 Loyalist Space Marine Chapters nobody talks about, from the noble Celestial Lions to the tragic Lamenters, the brutal Minotaurs, and the my...
“Faith. Flesh. Uprising.”
In this video, we’re diving deep into the shadows of the Hive and building a lore-accurate Genestealer Cults army inspired by the Black Library novel Ascension Day by Andy Clark.
Whether you’re a lore lover or a tabletop tactician, this guide will walk you through:
00:19 📚 A spoiler-lite review of Ascension Day
04:02 🪖 A thematic army list based on the book’s cult uprising
10:09 💵 Estimated cost to build...
What if you could command empires the same way you command armies on the tabletop?
In this video, we dive into Settle and Battle: New Empires — a brand-new strategy game on Steam that blends empire-building, resource management, and tactical warfare into one gripping package.
For fans of Warhammer 40k, Total War, and Stellaris, this game hits all the right notes:
3:04 🏰 Build, expand, and defend your empire
6:58 ⚔️ Command armies ...
“Perfection is the only path. Noise is the only weapon.”
Ready to build a truly lore-accurate Emperor’s Children army for Warhammer 40K? In this video, we’ll walk through how to assemble a force worthy of Slaanesh’s twisted blessing—from Lucius the Eternal to Noise Marines, ornate Chosen, and daemon-touched elites.
🎨 We cover:
00:47 Core units that define the III Legion’s style and tactics
04:29 The build list for the Cohors Nasic...
Experience intense battles in this **ww1 game**, where you can storm the **trenches** and participate in epic **cannons** bombardments. Coordinate with your team and utilize tactical maneuvers in **holdfast nations at war**. Join the ranks and see if you have what it takes to shout **give em steel**!
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🖌️ From the blazing speed of White Scars to the regal might of Sigismund, this is the story of my painting journey across the worlds of Warhammer 40K, Conquest, and beyond.
In this video, I walk through each project in the order I painted them — sharing what I learned, where I struggled, and which armies pushed me to the next level in the hobby. Whether you're new to the painting side or deep in your backlog, you’ll find tips, ...
“The dungeon is deep. The sponsors are cruel. The cat is royalty.”
Welcome to the most chaotic book review you’ve ever seen—today we’re diving headfirst into Matt Dinniman’s gloriously insane Dungeon Crawler Carl series while battling for survival in the roguelike madness of Heroes for Hire!
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If you’re a Warhammer 40k fan searching for your next big strategy obsession, Project Astra Dominium might be the game you’ve been waiting for.
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What if your favorite high-casualty, drop-in military squad from Helldivers 2 entered the grimdark universe of Warhammer 40,000? In this video, we show you how to build a lore-accurate Astra Militarum army inspired by Helldivers 2—complete with elite Scions, Valkyrie dropships, brutal tactics, and a total hobby budget breakdown. Today’s Sponsor: https://www.dubby.gg/discount/TARTER?ref=bxnyenvg
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📚 What do Dune, Gaunt’s Ghosts, and a dusty old copy of The Hobbit have in common? They shaped me — as a reader, a wargamer, and a storyteller.While diving into the bookish world of Libritopia, I take you through the most important books in my life — the ones that sparked my imagination, built my love for worldbuilding, and pushed me to pick up a brush and roll dice.👾 Gameplay meets personal storytelling 🔥 From fantasy classics ...
🔥 “Victory lies not in overwhelming firepower, but in unity of purpose.”
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💀 Tired of playing the same Warhammer 40K games on repeat? There’s a galaxy of brutal, lore-rich, tactically satisfying games out there — and they’re not even Warhammer titles.
In this episode of Readers That Wargame, we’re counting down 5 video games that 40K fans will love, each one packed with:
⚔️ Massive-scale warfare 🌌 Galaxy-spanning empires 🎯 Tactical decision-making 💬 Lore depth and faction drama
02:42 Outline
🔥 What happens when the Greater Good is tested from within?
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💀 What if you were just another nameless Guardsman in the meat grinder of war? Meet Disposable Corps—a brutal, tactical shooter where death is guaranteed and survival is temporary.
In this episode of Readers That Wargame, we dive into why Warhammer 40K fans—especially those who love the Astra Militarum—will feel right at home in this fast-paced, grimdark indie gem.
🎮 What You’ll Learn:
The lore and aesthetic of Disposable Corps
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Cold. Calculating. Merciless.
The Iron Warriors are not here for glory—they’re here to reduce your enemies to rubble.
In this Readers That Wargame video, we walk you through how to build a lore-accurate Iron Warriors army that looks, feels, and fights like the cold-hearted siege masters they are.
💀 IN THIS VIDEO:
🛠️ 00:18 The grim history of the Iron Warriors Legion
⚙️ 6:25 What units make your army lore-faithful and lethal
💰 9:28 Wha...
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