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Lorehammer - A Warhammer 40k Podcast · June 29 · 1 hr 18 min

(Video) Edition Eras Pt. 3 - 5th, 6th and 7th (Live)

*Ad Free Version available on Lorehammer Patreon, link below.*5th, 6th and 7th edition marked a major turning point for Warhammer 40,000, pushing the game into a larger, more cinematic era of warfare. In this episode, the crew discusses the rise of massive vehicle battles, apocalyptic firepower, flyers, and increasingly deadly armies that transformed how the tabletop looked and played. We explore how the lore expanded dramatically during this period, with galaxy-spanning campaigns, the growth of named characters, and the setting becoming more narrative-driven than ever before. From the brutality of Grey Knights and Necrons to the arrival of allies, super-heavies, and overwatch, we break down the rules changes that defined the era, alongside the unforgettable codexes, artwork, and hobby memories that made 5th, 6th and 7th edition such a chaotic and beloved time in 40k history.Lorehammer Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/c/lorehammer/membershipOne Time Donationshttps://paypal.me/lorehammerpodcastLink to all Linkshttps://linktr.ee/Lorehammer40k

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*Ad Free Version available on Lorehammer Patreon, link below.*5th, 6th and 7th edition marked a major turning point for Warhammer 40,000, pushing the game into a larger, more cinematic era of warfare. In this episode, the crew discusses the rise of massive vehicle battles, apocalyptic firepower, flyers, and increasingly deadly armies that transformed how the tabletop looked and played. We explore how the lore expanded dramatically during this period, with galaxy-spanning campaigns, the growth of named characters, and the setting becoming more narrative-driven than ever before. From the brutality of Grey Knights and Necrons to the arrival of allies, super-heavies, and overwatch, we break down the rules changes that defined the era, alongside the unforgettable codexes, artwork, and hobby memories that made 5th, 6th and 7th edition such a chaotic and beloved time in 40k history.Lorehammer Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/c/lorehammer/membershipOne Time Donationshttps://paypal.me/lorehammerpodcastLink to all Linkshttps://linktr.ee/Lorehammer40k