Wargames Illustrated WI465 September 2026 Edition

OBSERVATION POST

Metal minis for the Second Anglo-Boer War, plastic Bohemian Knights, and the latest SAGA book are reviewed this issue.

RELEASE RADAR

Dom Sore sets his new-release scanner to bookworm mode in this month’s look at new wargaming releases!

EXPANDING TRAITOR’S TOLL

James sits down with Grey for Now Games’ head honcho to discuss what’s ahead in his game of fantasy adventures.

TROUBLE IN TIBET

Glenn Clarke examines Major Younghusband’s 1903 to 1904 expedition into Tibet, and crafts a solo play clash in the mountains.

THE SEA FENCIBLES

Chris Swan introduces us to the Sea Fencibles of the Napoleonic Wars, and suggests how they can feature in our games.

THE PUEBLO REVOLT AND THE BATTLE OF ASTIALAKWA

Adam J. Sharp explains the historical background, then gives us a tour of an incredible gaming table he put together for Historicon 2026.

LIBERTÉ, ÉGALITÉ, PLASTIQUE

We talk to Alan Perry about Perry Miniatures’ latest plastic Napoleonic box set: Revolutionary French Infantry 1789-1802.

PENNING LUG THE OGRE

James gives The Army Painter’s Speedpaint Markers a second try, inspired by the release of the 60 Marker Mega Set.

LAST DAYS

Rubén Torregrosa makes some great-looking objectives for Flames of War.

AMERICAN INVASION 1812

Simon MacDowall takes a wargamer’s look at the War of 1812.

THE BATTLE OF LUGDUNUM, THE HISTORY: THE FIGHT FOR THE IMPERIAL THRONE

Ahead of our Lugdunum big battle (coming in a future issue) Dr Simon Elliott presents the history.

PUSHING THE BOURBON LINE

Miguel Lopez shares his beautiful study of Philip V’s troops throughout the decades, providing historical context and painting tips.

REVENGE FOR CUSTER

Pete Brown takes in the quirks, challenges, and rewards of playing the Dull Knife clash from the Pony Wars.

HISTORICON 2026 PAINTING COMPETITION WINNERS

Dave Taylor reports on the painting competition he helped run at the show, and highlights some of the truly splendid winning entries.