Readers that Wargame

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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!

  1. 19 HR AGO

    Top 10 Warhammer 40K Cosplayers 👻 | Halloween Special – The Spookiest of the Grimdark!

    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. Dubby Energy: https://www.dubby.gg/products/starter-sampler-pack-5-flavors?ref=bxnyenvg Merch: https://tylertarter.com/collections/readers-that-wargame  Patreon: patreon.com/TylerTarter  Featuring: 03:12 🩸 Xenos Infiltrators 05:48 💀 Warriors of Chaos 08:16 👼 Devotees of the Imperium Cosplayer Instagram tags below Aeldari: @narga_lifestream Necron: @abaddoncosplay T’au: @mintyboi_hobbies Chaos Marines: @exetercosplay Chaos Cultist: @oladushek11 Adepta Sororitas (Battle Sisters) – @Armoredheartcosplay Astra Militarum – @ironwarriorcosplay  Space Marine: @coraxion_cosplay Inquisition: @brickus_cosplay Custodes: @antelion_cosplay 👉 Which of these cosplays would you want (or fear) knocking on your door this Halloween? Tell us in the comments! 💀 Don’t forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and ring the bell for more Warhammer lore, armies, and hobby deep-dives. #Warhammer40k #Cosplay #Halloween #EmperorsChildren #Grimdark #Slaanesh #GenestealerCults #40kCommunity

    14 min

  2. 7 OCT

    Top 10 Forgotten Imperial Guard Regiments You NEED to Know

    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 not dominate the tabletop or the lore headlines, but their stories, aesthetics, and hobby potential are too good to ignore. Whether you’re a Warhammer 40k lore enthusiast, a hobbyist looking for unique painting projects, or a strategist hunting for new tabletop inspiration, this list has something for you. 👉 Stay tuned until the end, where I share the regiment I think deserves its own Black Library novel! Dubby Energy: https://www.dubby.gg/products/starter-sampler-pack-5-flavors?ref=bxnyenvg Merch: https://tylertarter.com/collections/readers-that-wargame  Patreon: patreon.com/TylerTarter ⚔️ In this video, you’ll discover: 01:08 Salvar Chemdogs 04:15 Mordian Iron Guard 05:34 Armageddon Steel Legion 06:37 Elysian Drop Troops 07:35 Valhallan Ice Warriors 08:42 Tallarn Desert Raiders 10:16 Vostroyan Firstborn 12:32 Praetorian Guard 13:47 Harakoni Warhawks 15:03 Necromundan Spiders 💬 Which regiment do YOU think deserves more love in the Warhammer 40k universe? Drop it in the comments! 📌 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell icon so you never miss our deep dives into Warhammer lore, tabletop tactics, and hobby inspiration. #Warhammer40k #ImperialGuard #AstraMilitarum #WarhammerLore #MiniaturePainting

    18 min

  3. 30 SEPT

    Building The Infinite & The Divine Army | Lore-Accurate Necrons for Warhammer 40k

    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 pages of the Black Library. Here’s what we’ll cover: 1️⃣ 00:49 Lore & book review – why The Infinite and The Divine is a fan-favorite 2️⃣ 05:50 Army list – building forces worthy of Trazyn & Orikan 3️⃣ 11: 15 Cost breakdown – from Combat Patrols to elite units 4️⃣ 14:53 Painting & kitbashing – turning your army into a walking museum of trophies 5️⃣ 19:47 Tabletop tactics – how to command your immortal legions Whether you’re a lore purist, a hobby painter, or a competitive player looking for thematic inspiration, this is the ultimate guide to building a Necron army that embodies the eternal feud between two of 40k’s most iconic characters. Army List: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1mPZoDeLRlnOkciTK2vSim5Bhl7F7wKrO/view?usp=sharing  Cost List: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1NSa3FzVnVYAvuaoQqGRUA15N-BS25kIPI8TVtR-eCQk/edit?usp=sharing  Dubby Energy: https://www.dubby.gg/products/starter-sampler-pack-5-flavors?ref=bxnyenvg Merch: https://tylertarter.com/collections/readers-that-wargame  Patreon: patreon.com/TylerTarter  ⚔️ Subscribe to Readers That Wargame for more lore-driven army guides, book reviews, and tabletop tactics!

    22 min

  4. 23 SEPT

    Top 10 Warhammer Chapters You Never Knew About

    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 mysterious Red Scorpions.Whether you’re a lore enthusiast, hobby painter, or tabletop general, this guide gives you:02:15 The Celestial Lions05:04 The Angels Vermillion08:06 The Raptors10:34 The Executioners11:46 The Brazen Minotaurs12:54 The Red Scorpion14:05 The Fire Angels18:18 The Storm Wardens20:12 The Emperor’s Spears21:09 The LamentersWebsite: https://tylertarter.com/Merch: https://tylertarter.com/collections/readers-that-wargamePatreon: https://patreon.com/TylerTarter?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink💬 Which forgotten Chapter would YOU take to war? Drop it in the comments — we love seeing your hobby projects!🔔 Subscribe to Readers That Wargame for more lore-rich content, painting guides, and Warhammer 40k army inspiration.#Warhammer40k #SpaceMarines #ImperialGuard #ForgottenChapters #ReadersThatWargame #WarhammerLore #MiniaturePainting #HobbyInspiration #AstraMilitarum #Necrons

    24 min

  5. 16 SEPT

    5 Secrets to Understanding Genestealer Lore That Will Change Your Game

    “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 the army (with kit tips!) 15:11 🎨 Painting ideas to reflect that gritty, industrial cult aesthetic 21:34 ⚔️ Tactics to play the cult like they were written: ambush, overwhelm, vanish Army List: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1x89Rc_Vx7iJXHkc2LDNRGrGDc7TsnE7L/view?usp=sharing  Cost List: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1NSa3FzVnVYAvuaoQqGRUA15N-BS25kIPI8TVtR-eCQk/edit?usp=sharing Website: https://tylertarter.com/  Merch: https://tylertarter.com/collections/readers-that-wargame  Patreon: https://patreon.com/TylerTarter?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink  This isn’t just a list—it’s a narrative-driven force that looks and plays like it crawled straight from the pages of a Warhammer novel. 💬 What’s your favorite GSC novel or character? Drop it in the comments and let’s talk! 🧠 Subscribe for more lore army builds, painting guides, and narrative tactics. #GenestealerCults #Warhammer40k #AscensionDay #LoreAccurateArmy #BlackLibrary #40kArmyList #Wargaming #CultAmbush #SlaaneshWho #XenosUprising #TabletopTactics #GSC

    24 min

  6. 11 SEPT · BONUS

    Why Warhammer Fans NEED to Play Settle and Battle: New Empires ⚔️ | Strategy for Wargamers

    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 in fast-paced tactical battles 10:28 🎲 Great Multiplayer Community If you love constructing lore-accurate Warhammer armies, you’ll love building and testing strategies here. Stick around as we explore why this game is a hidden gem for any wargamer looking for their next obsession. 👉 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share your empire stories in the comments! Disclosure: I received a free review copy of this product from https://www.keymailer.co Music by Rockot from Pixabay Music by Jerome F. from Pixabay #Warhammer40k #StrategyGames #SettleAndBattle #Wargaming #keymailer

    12 min

  7. 9 SEPT

    You Won't Believe How EASY it is to Build a Lore Accurate Emperor's Children Army

    “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 Nasicae 08:14 Cost of building and sourcing this list 11:22 Painting and modeling tips to make your army truly decadent 17:33 How they play: speed, spectacle, and sonic destruction Whether you’re a lore purist or just love flamboyant Chaos armies, this guide will help you build a force that looks like it stepped out of a Black Library novel and into your next battle. Cost List: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1lnKK-eop6w8McBJ11b_BbuPdeLm5904V2RcZ_2wJhyc/edit?usp=sharing Army List: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-Nm2Zz_1422r1IQpOELLjJJrzqMGCRJG/view?usp=sharing Website: https://tylertarter.com/ Merch: https://tylertarter.com/collections/readers-that-wargame Patreon: https://patreon.com/TylerTarter?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink 💬 What’s YOUR favorite Emperor’s Children unit? Drop it in the comments! 🔔 Subscribe for more Warhammer lore guides, army breakdowns, and chaos-fueled content. #Warhammer40K #EmperorsChildren #ChaosSpaceMarines #LoreAccurateArmy #Slaanesh #NoiseMarines #Fulgrim #Wargaming #Miniatures

    20 min

  8. 3 SEPT

    Can You Survive the Frontlines in Holdfast WW1?

    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**!Website: https://tylertarter.com/Merch: https://tylertarter.com/collections/readers-that-wargamePatreon: https://patreon.com/TylerTarter?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink

    16 min
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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!

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  • Creator
    Tyler Tarter
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2025
  • Episodes
    112
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    © Tyler Tarter
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