Do you want to start with Warhammer in 2025? Here's the beginner's guide: Age of Sigmar, 40K, Kill Team, and everything you need from RGBKingz.
Warhammer is more than just a game – it’s a hobby that combines miniature painting, strategy, storytelling, and community. But for newcomers, it can feel overwhelming to know where to start. This guide will help you step-by-step to get started with Warhammer in 2025.
1. Choose your game world: Age of Sigmar or 40K
Warhammer mainly exists in two major universes:
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Warhammer 40,000 (40K): A dark science fiction universe where humans, aliens, and gods fight for the future of the galaxy.
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Warhammer Age of Sigmar (AoS): A fantasy universe filled with heroes, monsters, and magic.
Both games work similarly but have different vibes and aesthetics. Are you more interested in space and future wars? Choose 40K. Do you like fantasy with elves, dragons, and orcs? Choose AoS.
2. Start small – Starter Boxes or Kill Team
As a beginner, it's smart to start on a small scale:
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Combat Patrol (40K) – a small playable army perfect for learning the basics.
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Vanguard (AoS) – the equivalent of Combat Patrol, but in the fantasy world of Age of Sigmar.
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Kill Team (40K) – one of the most popular ways to start. You only need a few models, games are quick, and the rules are easier to learn. Perfect if you want to try Warhammer without immediately investing in a large army.
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Warhammer Underworlds – a fast-paced skirmish game with card and dice mechanics, good for those who enjoy tactical matches.
See all our Warhammer starter products here
3. Get basic accessories
To get started, you'll need some basic products:
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Building tools: Nippers and a hobby knife for assembling the miniatures.
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Glue: Plastic glue or super glue depending on the model.
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Paints & brushes: Citadel paints are standard. It's a good idea to start with a “Starter Paint Set”.
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Dice & measuring tape: Often included in starter boxes or Kill Team sets.
4. Paint and play at your own pace
A big part of Warhammer is the painting. Start simple – primer, base coat, and a wash quickly give a good result. Many choose to play with unpainted models at first and paint at their leisure later on.
When the models are ready, you can play smaller matches in Kill Team or the Combat Patrol format before building a larger army.
5. Join the community
Warhammer is most fun together.
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In Helsingborg: Buy everything you need from RGBKingz. If you want to play more actively, we collaborate with SpIF, a local association with its own premises where the hobby is practiced.
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In the rest of Sweden: There are many clubs and gaming groups, or you can play at home with friends.
FAQ
Is Kill Team a good way to start?
Yes, absolutely. It requires fewer models, faster games, and is more accessible for beginners. Plus, the models can often be used in full-scale 40K armies later on.
How much does it cost to start with Warhammer?
Starting with Kill Team or Combat Patrol typically costs around 1000–1500 SEK. After that, you can build up at your own pace.
Do I have to paint the miniatures?
No, you can play with unpainted figures. But painting is a big part of the hobby and becomes more fun the more you practice.
Conclusion
Starting with Warhammer in 2025 doesn't have to be difficult or expensive. Begin with a starter product like Kill Team, Combat Patrol, or Vanguard, supplement with some basic paints and accessories, and build up at your own pace.
At RGBKingz, you'll find everything you need to get started – both online with delivery throughout Sweden and in our store in Helsingborg.