Best beginner army in Warhammer 2025

Starting with Warhammer can feel overwhelming – there are so many armies, rules, and models to choose from. But some armies are particularly good for beginners: they are easy to play, affordable, and fun to build and paint. Here, we go through the best beginner armies in Warhammer 2025, for both Warhammer 40,000 and Age of Sigmar.

Warhammer 40,000 – Best Beginner Armies

1. Space Marines

  • Most beginner-friendly rules.

  • Many pre-made Combat Patrol boxes to start with.

  • Massive community and plenty of painting guides online.
    Space Marines are Warhammer's most iconic army and an obvious choice for anyone looking to start 40K.

2. Necrons

  • Durable units that are forgiving for beginners.

  • Simple color schemes (metal, green, black).

  • Often included in starter boxes, making them affordable.
    Necrons are both easy to paint and fun to play – a popular beginner choice for 2025.

3. Tyranids

  • Cool design with monsters and swarms.

  • Rules that are relatively easy to understand.

  • Many affordable models in boxes.
    Perfect if you like an alien feel and aggressive playstyles.

Age of Sigmar – Best Beginner Armies

1. Stormcast Eternals

  • Age of Sigmar's equivalent to Space Marines.

  • Easy to paint and build.

  • Available in affordable Vanguard boxes.
    Stormcast are a stable and accessible choice for new players.

2. Orruk Warclans (Ironjawz)

  • Fun, brutal melee units.

  • Require fewer models to play.

  • Cool aesthetic with orruks in heavy armor.
    Orruks are suitable for those who want immediate action and enjoy fierce close combat.

3. Gloomspite Gitz

  • Inexpensive models, offering great value for money.

  • Great variety – goblins, squigs, trolls.

  • Simple rules for many units.
    Perfect for those who want an army with humor and character.

Summary

The best beginner armies in Warhammer 2025 are those that combine simplicity, affordability, and access to good starter boxes:

  • Warhammer 40K: Space Marines, Necrons, Tyranids.

  • Age of Sigmar: Stormcast Eternals, Orruk Warclans, Gloomspite Gitz.

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