Wargames, Soldiers & Strategy magazine
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It's Time to Play with History! WS&S is the fun tabletop brother to Ancient Warfare, Ancient History, and Medieval World magazines. Edited by Guy Bowers - www.wssmagazine.com
Exciting news for WW2 wargamers: Battlegroup’s second edition is now up for pre-order! https://bit.ly/4eaK6il #wargaming
October 30, 2026 at 5:05 PM
Exciting news for WW2 wargamers: Battlegroup’s second edition is now up for pre-order! https://bit.ly/4eaK6il #wargaming
Curious about how wargaming brings Viking Age warfare to life? The WSS Podcast sits down with James Morris and Ryan Lavelle to discuss just that. Dive into the conversation now! https://bit.ly/4ySS7Qp #wargaming
October 28, 2026 at 1:57 PM
Curious about how wargaming brings Viking Age warfare to life? The WSS Podcast sits down with James Morris and Ryan Lavelle to discuss just that. Dive into the conversation now! https://bit.ly/4ySS7Qp #wargaming
Today on Instagram: Twilight of the Reich. Read about the battle for Königsberg in WS&S 141 - follow the team at https://www.instagram.com/wssmagazine/
October 26, 2026 at 6:25 PM
Today on Instagram: Twilight of the Reich. Read about the battle for Königsberg in WS&S 141 - follow the team at https://www.instagram.com/wssmagazine/
Saxon Burh project shared with Victrix huts, insulation board base, and sticks for palisade. Cooking fires added. Gates and ramp progress. Ideas for scaffolds and ladders discussed. What would you add to enhance the realism? https://bit.ly/4ifjOhr #wargaming
October 25, 2026 at 8:06 PM
Saxon Burh project shared with Victrix huts, insulation board base, and sticks for palisade. Cooking fires added. Gates and ramp progress. Ideas for scaffolds and ladders discussed. What would you add to enhance the realism? https://bit.ly/4ifjOhr #wargaming
Debate on Bronze Age army sizes: Mycenaean/Hittite/Egyptian forces likely 2K-15K, not exaggerated 10K-20K. Chariots as mobile missile platforms or taxis discussed. Logistics and population limits questioned. What do you think? https://bit.ly/4slR4Xn #wargaming
October 23, 2026 at 5:13 PM
Debate on Bronze Age army sizes: Mycenaean/Hittite/Egyptian forces likely 2K-15K, not exaggerated 10K-20K. Chariots as mobile missile platforms or taxis discussed. Logistics and population limits questioned. What do you think? https://bit.ly/4slR4Xn #wargaming
1/72 German commission finished: Warlord Games SS figures spark mixed reactions on proportions and poses, but painting quality shines. Thoughts? https://bit.ly/4z7vj04 #wargaming
October 23, 2026 at 5:12 PM
1/72 German commission finished: Warlord Games SS figures spark mixed reactions on proportions and poses, but painting quality shines. Thoughts? https://bit.ly/4z7vj04 #wargaming
Call of Cthulhu Characters thread features reworked Artizan Designs figures praised for rich painting & detail. Users call them superb & impressive. Any favorite Lovecraftian characters? 2026-10-23T19:11:44.585+02:00 https://bit.ly/489Httx #wargaming
October 23, 2026 at 5:12 PM
Call of Cthulhu Characters thread features reworked Artizan Designs figures praised for rich painting & detail. Users call them superb & impressive. Any favorite Lovecraftian characters? 2026-10-23T19:11:44.585+02:00 https://bit.ly/489Httx #wargaming
Tactical Painter shares updates on his 20mm Second World War miniatures project, showcasing German tanks and Chinese forces. Members praise his work and discuss details like camo schemes and historical accuracy. Any favorite models shown? https://bit.ly/4dYg80N #wargaming
October 23, 2026 at 5:10 PM
Tactical Painter shares updates on his 20mm Second World War miniatures project, showcasing German tanks and Chinese forces. Members praise his work and discuss details like camo schemes and historical accuracy. Any favorite models shown? https://bit.ly/4dYg80N #wargaming
Wargames, Soldiers & Strategy unboxes the Black Powder Epic Battles: Zulu Rorke’s Drift set. See what’s inside. https://bit.ly/4yWtPFY #wargaming
October 22, 2026 at 10:41 AM
Wargames, Soldiers & Strategy unboxes the Black Powder Epic Battles: Zulu Rorke’s Drift set. See what’s inside. https://bit.ly/4yWtPFY #wargaming
Missed this earlier? Painting a Japanese Type 95 Ha-Go tank for a wargaming article—exploring historical accuracy, masking putty techniques, and more. https://bit.ly/4Bij6qS #wargaming
October 22, 2026 at 10:40 AM
Missed this earlier? Painting a Japanese Type 95 Ha-Go tank for a wargaming article—exploring historical accuracy, masking putty techniques, and more. https://bit.ly/4Bij6qS #wargaming
Digital edition of Wargames Soldiers and Strategy 142 now available for download. https://www.karwansaraypublishers.com https://bit.ly/4rWtpgd #wargaming
October 22, 2026 at 10:39 AM
Digital edition of Wargames Soldiers and Strategy 142 now available for download. https://www.karwansaraypublishers.com https://bit.ly/4rWtpgd #wargaming
Missed this earlier? Wargamers face unique challenges -time, cost, and social barriers shape their experience. The Great Wargaming Survey reveals what they dislike most. https://bit.ly/4i7SvEd #wargaming
October 22, 2026 at 10:38 AM
Missed this earlier? Wargamers face unique challenges -time, cost, and social barriers shape their experience. The Great Wargaming Survey reveals what they dislike most. https://bit.ly/4i7SvEd #wargaming
Old school Rogue Trader Orks shared with progress updates on Imperial Guard Sentinel and Guard units. What do you think of the paint schemes? https://bit.ly/47vwDxU #wargaming
October 20, 2026 at 7:06 PM
Old school Rogue Trader Orks shared with progress updates on Imperial Guard Sentinel and Guard units. What do you think of the paint schemes? https://bit.ly/47vwDxU #wargaming
Today on Instagram: Let's play Battleground HD; read our report in WS&S 141. - follow the team at https://www.instagram.com/wssmagazine/
October 19, 2026 at 5:25 PM
Today on Instagram: Let's play Battleground HD; read our report in WS&S 141. - follow the team at https://www.instagram.com/wssmagazine/
The Wargames, Soldiers & Strategy Great Wargames Survey winners are out. See if you’re one of the lucky 13 and what prizes they’ve won. https://bit.ly/4hWAVDa #wargaming
October 19, 2026 at 2:26 PM
The Wargames, Soldiers & Strategy Great Wargames Survey winners are out. See if you’re one of the lucky 13 and what prizes they’ve won. https://bit.ly/4hWAVDa #wargaming
Popular thread on Lead Adventure Forum: Members sharing photos of their last played games. Chaos Marines vs Dark Angels, Frostgrave in jungle, kids playing Martian front, WW2 skirmish, Mage Knight rescue & more. What was your last game? https://bit.ly/4jtqoSi #wargaming
October 18, 2026 at 5:06 PM
Popular thread on Lead Adventure Forum: Members sharing photos of their last played games. Chaos Marines vs Dark Angels, Frostgrave in jungle, kids playing Martian front, WW2 skirmish, Mage Knight rescue & more. What was your last game? https://bit.ly/4jtqoSi #wargaming
Today on Instagram: Guy taking photos at Warlord HQ for an article. My! That's a lot of H Photo by @GuyBowers13 at work - follow the team at https://www.instagram.com/wssmagazine/
October 17, 2026 at 5:25 PM
Today on Instagram: Guy taking photos at Warlord HQ for an article. My! That's a lot of H Photo by @GuyBowers13 at work - follow the team at https://www.instagram.com/wssmagazine/
Repeat: Wargames, Soldiers and Strategy 142 is now in stock. Dive into WWII amphibious assaults, tactical insights, and wargaming scenarios. Get your copy now. https://bit.ly/4rWtpgd #wargaming
October 16, 2026 at 1:08 PM
Repeat: Wargames, Soldiers and Strategy 142 is now in stock. Dive into WWII amphibious assaults, tactical insights, and wargaming scenarios. Get your copy now. https://bit.ly/4rWtpgd #wargaming
W3 Wargaming’s Kickstarter for Vietnam War US Army miniatures—STLs for a platoon, support weapons & vehicles—closes 26 Oct. Last chance to back it. https://bit.ly/4B8o0GX #wargaming
October 16, 2026 at 8:18 AM
W3 Wargaming’s Kickstarter for Vietnam War US Army miniatures—STLs for a platoon, support weapons & vehicles—closes 26 Oct. Last chance to back it. https://bit.ly/4B8o0GX #wargaming
The 13th Great Wargames Survey winners have been announced. See if your email made the list and which prizes are on their way. https://bit.ly/4hWAVDa #wargaming
October 16, 2026 at 8:17 AM
The 13th Great Wargames Survey winners have been announced. See if your email made the list and which prizes are on their way. https://bit.ly/4hWAVDa #wargaming
Today on Instagram: Work in progress for a Southern Comfort scenario. Photo by @GuyBowers13 - follow the team at https://www.instagram.com/wssmagazine/
October 14, 2026 at 5:25 PM
Today on Instagram: Work in progress for a Southern Comfort scenario. Photo by @GuyBowers13 - follow the team at https://www.instagram.com/wssmagazine/
How many games do you give a ruleset before moving on? A discussion on Chain of Command V2 and personal thresholds for trying new rulesets. What’s your take? https://bit.ly/4yOMdAF #wargaming
October 13, 2026 at 5:06 PM
How many games do you give a ruleset before moving on? A discussion on Chain of Command V2 and personal thresholds for trying new rulesets. What’s your take? https://bit.ly/4yOMdAF #wargaming
Today on Instagram: King Tigers vs British Paras? Explore our Oosterbeek scenario in WS&S 141 - follow the team at https://www.instagram.com/wssmagazine/
October 12, 2026 at 5:25 PM
Today on Instagram: King Tigers vs British Paras? Explore our Oosterbeek scenario in WS&S 141 - follow the team at https://www.instagram.com/wssmagazine/
The digital edition of Wargames, Soldiers and Strategy 142 is now available for instant delivery. Topics include WWII amphibious assaults, historical deep dives, and wargaming content. Instant access awaits. https://bit.ly/4rWtpgd #wargaming
October 12, 2026 at 7:44 AM
The digital edition of Wargames, Soldiers and Strategy 142 is now available for instant delivery. Topics include WWII amphibious assaults, historical deep dives, and wargaming content. Instant access awaits. https://bit.ly/4rWtpgd #wargaming
Best in Show at #OtherPartizan2026 has been awarded. A well deserved honor for an outstanding display. #wargaming
October 12, 2026 at 2:16 AM
Best in Show at #OtherPartizan2026 has been awarded. A well deserved honor for an outstanding display. #wargaming