The Time the Hobby Takes

The Hobby: A Time Investment

The Warhammer hobby requires time, whether it’s for assembling, painting, or playing with your miniatures. But each step is an experience in itself:

• Assembly: Take the time to discover each piece, prepare them, and glue them together.
• Painting: Unleash your creativity and progress at your own pace.
• Gameplay: Enjoy strategic and immersive moments.

Every minute spent on the hobby is a moment of joy, not a chore. If you’re just starting out and looking for a gradual approach, check out our guide to starting the hobby.

An Artistic and Accessible Activity

What makes the hobby unique is that it combines artistic aspects with accessibility for everyone. Even if painting or assembling seems challenging at first, it quickly becomes a source of satisfaction.

• You can listen to a podcast or watch a video while painting your miniatures.
• Beginners don’t need to produce masterpieces right away: the journey is just as important as the destination.

To better understand the cost associated with this time and the tools needed, explore our guide on the cost of the hobby.

You Don’t Need to Finish Everything Before Playing

Contrary to popular belief, you don’t need to have all your miniatures painted to start playing. Alternating activities (assembly, painting, gameplay) allows you to fully enjoy the hobby at every stage.

If you want to play quickly with a simplified format, check out the Spearhead format, designed for quick and accessible games.

Adapting the Hobby to Your Schedule

Even with a busy schedule, the hobby can adapt to your availability:

• Dedicate 15 to 30 minutes a day to painting or assembly.
• Plan your games during moments when you can fully enjoy them.

A Moment of Relaxation and Joy

Taking time for the hobby is also taking time for yourself. It’s not just about miniatures or battles; it’s a way to recentralize, create, and immerse yourself in a captivating universe.