Games Workshop’s White Dwarf magazine has served as the definitive chronicle of the miniature hobby for decades. Among its hundreds of releases, Issue 110 (published in February 1989) represents a pivotal moment in tabletop history.
Released in the late 1980s, White Dwarf Issue 110 is a remarkable snapshot of the Warhammer community during a pivotal moment in its history. The issue is particularly notable for featuring a special preview of the then-new Warhammer Fantasy Battle 3rd Edition rules, which would go on to shape the game for years to come. This, combined with its engaging articles, battle reports, and artwork, makes Issue 110 a cherished keepsake among collectors and enthusiasts.
Before the boxed set hit shelves, this issue contained the first in-depth rules preview and scenario designs for Space Hulk . You’ll find early rules for Terminators vs. Genestealers in cramped, claustrophobic corridors – the very DNA of modern 40K boarding actions. Games Workshop’s White Dwarf magazine has served as
White Dwarf Issue 110 exists in two distinct editions: the February 1989 issue, featuring vintage lore and Eldar Titan rules, and the March 2016 weekly issue, which introduced Genestealer Cult rules and Age of Sigmar content. Both issues serve as essential, yet different, historical documents for Games Workshop hobbyists. For detailed summaries and content listings of these issues, visit Lexicanum wh40k.lexicanum.com/wiki/White_Dwarf_110_(UK). White Dwarf 110 (UK) - Warhammer 40k - Lexicanum
Inside, a multi-page article by Jervis Johnson (GW royalty) detailed the Knights of the Grail army list. This wasn't just a battle report; it was a full narrative framework for Bretonnian-inspired armies before they had a proper codex. For players seeking a new experience with old rules, converting this PDF into a playable army list is still a project today. The issue is particularly notable for featuring a
Originally launched in 1977 as a general fantasy and science fiction gaming magazine, White Dwarf quickly shifted focus to exclusively cover Games Workshop’s expanding universes. By the late 1980s, the publication evolved into the premier monthly catalog, rulebook extension, and community hub for Warhammer Fantasy Battle and Warhammer 40,000 .
Until GW decides to launch a "Warhammer Vault" subscription service (akin to Marvel or DC), the hunt for that perfect PDF will continue. For now, the best "new" copy is the one you make yourself. You’ll find early rules for Terminators vs
: Early rules revisions and wacky team rosters for the fantasy football parody.
Accessing a allows you to see the original, unfiltered, and often humorous tone of Games Workshop from over 30 years ago. 1. Eldar Phantom Class Titans and Vehicles
The background lore, especially for Ogryns and the early Eldar, has evolved significantly. The original material offers a look at the "Ur-Lore" of the Warhammer universe.
The studio armies from this era are iconic: Bold primary colors, Goblin Green bases, and converted miniatures that looked impossible to paint. A high-resolution PDF scan gives you a new look at the brushwork of Mike McVey and the ‘Eavy Metal team.