White Dwarf 519 (Dec-25) (English)

White Dwarf is the official Warhammer magazine, and each month is packed with great content – including new rules and lore, short stories, regular columns, special guests, and more.

Here's what you can look forward to in the December issue:

Planet Warhammer
Models, letters, and questions from readers. And a darn big dragon!

WARHAMMER QUEST: DARK WATERS

A New Quest
John dives into the rules of Warhammer Quest: Dark Waters with us (he he, dive, get it?).

Of Heroes and Villains
A new group of heroes – and their despicable adversaries – awaits! The designers tell us everything.

Paint Splatter
A neat painting guide from Emily for a team that will soon get dirty.

Battle Report: Assault on the Monastery
Heard this one? Two knights, a duardin, and a wizard walk into a monastery...

WARHAMMER 40,000

New Year, New Army
Which army will you lead into the darkness of the far future in M3.26? Let us help...

New Army, New History
A collection of inspiring ideas for the background of your new army.

The Conflict Escalates
Ready to switch from patrol to muster? We give advice on army expansion.

Galactic Armies: Astra Militarum
A true parade awaits, as the studio's Astra Militarum armies march.

The Golden Throne
How does the Emperor's favorite piece of furniture work? We want to know too.

WARHAMMER AGE OF SIGMAR

Brush-Tusk
The 'Eavy Metal paint-smiths (huh?) report on the color schemes of the Zharrdron.

Four Warlords
Two challenges completed and everyone scoring points. What's up with our warlords?

OTHER ARTICLES

Access Granted!
Here you'll find painting challenges and the latest from the Bunker.

Festive Grotto
Festive miniatures are served here. But we wouldn't eat the pudding either.

The Disappearance of the Glimmerwings
News from the studio campaign on the Desolate Coast. Warning: with glimmerstone.

Bunker Bingo!
Did the team stick to their resolutions? And what are the gang planning for next year?

Every copy of White Dwarf 519 also comes with a double-sided cardboard insert featuring the month's scenarios for Warhammer 40,000 and Warhammer Age of Sigmar. This issue also includes a Bunker Bingo card for 2026 to track your hobby progress in 2026.