Author: Ben Harnwell

Ben Harnwell

Ben embarked on his journalism journey as a weekend photographer and roving reporter for a regional newspaper. Capturing local stories through his lens and bringing them to life with his pen, Ben's passion extended to the airwaves as the host of various radio shows on a community station. His discussions ranged from music to technology. But it was hosting shows like Obligatory RPG Show and Dice Hard in the realm of RPG, board games & miniature gaming where he excelled. His infectious enthusiasm drew fellow enthusiasts into spirited conversations. Beyond radio, Ben's interests spanned music, literature, and miniature battlefields, showcasing his boundless curiosity and ability to evoke magic through words. Whether wielding a pen or a paintbrush, Ben's impact resonates throughout the media cosmos, leaving trails of insights, stories, and the promise of more to come in his byline.

Warhammer comes to Secret Level

The new Amazon Prime animation anthology Secret Level features episodes based on popular computer games.  The series will commence on 10 December. It's not revealed whether the series will release all 15 episodes at once

Future Proof Modular Terrain: The Next Level in Tabletop Gaming

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This weekend Games Workshop sorry Warhammer announced that the new Kill Team Starter Set is available. The kit includes as usual some representations from the Empire of Man in the form of some Space Marines,

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