Your First Army Awaits
There is a moment every Warhammer 40,000 player remembers — the first time two painted forces face each other across a table scattered with terrain, dice rattling in hand. The Warhammer 40,000 Starter Set is built to get you to that moment as quickly as possible. Inside one box you have everything needed to learn the game, build your first models, and play your first battle in the grim darkness of the far future.
Two Forces, One Box
The Starter Set pits two of 40K's most iconic factions against each other. The Ultramarines — humanity's legendary Space Marine warriors, clad in blue power armour and armed for war across the stars — face off against the Tyranids, a relentless alien swarm that consumes everything in its path. Both forces are included as push-fit plastic miniatures, meaning they snap together without glue and without requiring any hobby tools. This makes them genuinely beginner-friendly right out of the box. Alongside the models you will find a set of dice, a range ruler, and a rules booklet that walks new players through the core mechanics of Warhammer 40,000 step by step.
Who Should Pick This Up
The Starter Set is the natural first purchase for anyone curious about Warhammer 40,000 — whether you are a complete newcomer or someone who played years ago and wants to jump back in. The push-fit assembly removes the barrier of needing plastic glue or hobby cutters to get started, and the included rules guide you through your first games at a pace that makes sense. It also makes an excellent gift for a teenager or adult who has shown any interest in sci-fi, collecting, or tactical games. Keep in mind that paints and brushes are sold separately — the models come unpainted, and painting them is very much part of the experience.
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Games Workshop |
| Game System | Warhammer 40,000 |
| Box Type | Starter Set |
| Factions Included | Ultramarines (Space Marines) and Tyranids |
| Rulebook Included | Yes (starter rules booklet) |
| Dice Included | Yes |
| Assembly | Push-Fit (no glue required) |
| Paint & Glue | Not included (sold separately) |





