Warhammer is not video gaming, and it's not board gaming. No screen time is involved while playing. The games are played with plastic and metal miniature figures about 30mm tall on custom-made battle boards. Figures can travel in any direction and must be physically moved around the board, which is usually covered in fortifications, hills, woods, and ruins. The forces of the two players battle each other with fantasy or science fiction weaponry, often seeking to control objectives or accumulate points towards victory.

Several things attract people to these games:

• First, they are highly social. Tabletop war games require face-to-face interaction with the opponent. Friendships are made during the games and as part of a huge online community of fellow gamers. Players meet at each others homes, in local stores and even at large national tournaments and conventions. Sportsmanship is paramount, and players must learn to win and lose graciously.
• Second, they require imagination and creativity. Warhammer is a hobby, not just a game. The figurines must be assembled and painted by the gamers themselves, which is a challenge, but also allows for great customization and individuality. No two armies look exactly alike. Players often build the battle boards and terrain themselves, sometimes from re-purposed everyday objects. You need to be a little bit artistic to really play the game well (we can teach techniques though!).
• Third, they require math, tactics, and strategy. The game is dice based, so success hinges on understanding probabilities based on six-sided dice. Movement, target selection, and defensive measures determine victory or defeat.

The Victory Gamers Kids-hammer club meets usually on the second and fourth Sunday of each month, from 1-4 pm, at Victory Comics in Falls Church, VA. Terrain-building, painting tutorials, and league play will also be offered. The club provides all necessary materials to play - the miniatures, battle boards, terrain and dice - so no need to buy anything. Just come by!

Parents are highly encouraged to participate, or at least be close by, during the club meeting. This is a gaming club and does not offer childcare. If a child is continuously disruptive, he or she may be asked to leave. 

For questions and information, send an email using the contact form on the "Find A Game" page of this website.