Burtis Posted October 27 Share Posted October 27 Hey there everyone, Im Burtis. I’ve been into Warhammer for a while now, read a ton of books (Still going lol) and played almost Al the video games. Over this past year I have decided I wanted to actually get into the tabletop/physical side of the grimdark universe. With that said, I have no idea what I’m doing as far as building an army, where to begin or honestly anything of that nature. After browsing some articles here a month or so ago I thought I’d see about joining and here I am! Now, im not dull to the painting/assembly part. I have successfully built and painted 10 infernus marines, 1 primaris captain, and I oopsied 1 Victrix Honor guard model to no repair, so I have 1 Chapter Ancient and 1 Chapter Champion. Sorry for the ramble, also thanks to anyone/everyone who makes a site like this available! -Burtis (P.S- My current models and focal army is Ultramarines!) 9 Back to top Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/388732-hello/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grotsmasha Posted October 27 Share Posted October 27 Welcome to the B&C Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/388732-hello/#findComment-6192992 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lathe Biosas Posted October 27 Share Posted October 27 Welcome aboard! You've made it a lot further than most. What type of army do you see your Ultramarines as being? Lots of heroes, lots if bikes, heavy armour... it's really open to you. If you want to discuss it here, there are tons of people who can help you focus your army into something fun and playable. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/388732-hello/#findComment-6193005 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burtis Posted October 27 Author Share Posted October 27 Thanks for the welcome! As far as what im wanting my ultramarines to be. With them being my 2nd favorite chapter and the easiest to having started painting between starter set and the paint/tool set. I have my mind on a super lethal aspect (Love ultramarines with chainswords/power fists) aside from that being the meat and potatoes, I would like to have some shooty units for range and of course transport/heavy article in form of vehicles. i have played kill team, but as far as 40k 2000 point armies I don’t know where to start. 1 Back to top Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/388732-hello/#findComment-6193009 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brother Lutheriel Posted October 27 Share Posted October 27 Welcome! Can’t wait to see some pictures of your army! Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/388732-hello/#findComment-6193016 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lathe Biosas Posted October 27 Share Posted October 27 You said, "2nd favorite chapter..." I assume your favorite is Dark Angels. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/388732-hello/#findComment-6193022 Share on other sites More sharing options...
W.A.Rorie Posted October 27 Share Posted October 27 Welcome to the B&C, @Burtis Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/388732-hello/#findComment-6193054 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burtis Posted October 27 Author Share Posted October 27 Thanks everyone for the warm welcome! Ive been snooping around and think I’ve found the correct section to post some pics of my current army! @Lathe Biosas That title would go to the Salamanders my friend, but I do enjoy me some dark angels! 2 Back to top Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/388732-hello/#findComment-6193067 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lathe Biosas Posted October 27 Share Posted October 27 4 hours ago, Burtis said: Thanks everyone for the warm welcome! Ive been snooping around and think I’ve found the correct section to post some pics of my current army! @Lathe Biosas That title would go to the Salamanders my friend, but I do enjoy me some dark angels! I was hoping it was Dark Angels so you could name your Librarian Illiyan Nastase, after this relic from the olden days. He transferred from the Dark Angels to the Ultramarines. 3 Back to top Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/388732-hello/#findComment-6193108 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adeptekon Posted October 27 Share Posted October 27 13 hours ago, Burtis said: Sorry for the ramble, also thanks to anyone/everyone who makes a site like this available! No apology needed that's exactly what we do here. Welcome 1 Back to top Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/388732-hello/#findComment-6193121 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Night Lords Pete Posted October 28 Share Posted October 28 Welcome to you! Great you are getting into your first army! I’m sure that there will be one or two factions or themes that you’ll just click with. Some very poor advice from someone that hasn’t played a game for years is to forget about optimising and maxing out the data sheets etc, and lean into how you want to play and what brings you joy - if that’s waves of Ultramarines with Chainswords and Powerswords ripping into your enemies then do it! That’s what will give you the drive to build and paint. Good luck and I look forward to see how your army develops. 1 1 Back to top Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/388732-hello/#findComment-6193147 Share on other sites More sharing options...
WBRBloom Posted October 28 Share Posted October 28 Welcome @Burtis, to the B&C forums! 1 Back to top Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/388732-hello/#findComment-6193149 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alby the Slayer Posted October 28 Share Posted October 28 Welcome to the party! Now that you are painting and gaming, you will never get back! 1 1 Back to top Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/388732-hello/#findComment-6193190 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Griefbringer Posted October 28 Share Posted October 28 Welcome on board, Burtis! Is there some specific book or video game that acts as inspiration for your Ultramarines? 1 Back to top Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/388732-hello/#findComment-6193247 Share on other sites More sharing options...
WBRBloom Posted October 29 Share Posted October 29 21 hours ago, Alby the Slayer said: Welcome to the party! Pal! 1 2 Back to top Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/388732-hello/#findComment-6193295 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alby the Slayer Posted October 29 Share Posted October 29 (edited) On 10/29/2026 at 2:05 PM, WBRBloom said: Pal! You joke, but everytime I write or say that phrase, this is what is running through my mind! Best christmas movie and one the greatest movie ever! If a have a miniature for everytime I saw it my pile of shame woul be visibile from orbit! Edited Saturday at 03:33 AM by Alby the Slayer grammar 1 1 1 1 Back to top Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/388732-hello/#findComment-6193310 Share on other sites More sharing options...
deathspectersgt7 Posted Friday at 01:19 AM Share Posted Friday at 01:19 AM Welcome aboard. 1 Back to top Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/388732-hello/#findComment-6193385 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shard of Magnus Posted Saturday at 11:37 PM Share Posted Saturday at 11:37 PM Welcome to the B&C! 1 Back to top Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/388732-hello/#findComment-6193644 Share on other sites More sharing options...
thomaswilliams Posted Sunday at 06:54 PM Share Posted Sunday at 06:54 PM Welcome from South Dakota. WBRBloom, that miniature pile comment got a laugh out of me, though I suspect mine would give it a run for its money. Which movie are you referring to, though? I want to make sure I'm picturing the right Christmas classic before I agree it belongs among the greats. Always glad to find a place where people actually talk about this stuff rather than just lurking. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/388732-hello/#findComment-6193720 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alby the Slayer Posted Monday at 04:57 AM Share Posted Monday at 04:57 AM 10 hours ago, thomaswilliams said: Welcome from South Dakota. WBRBloom, that miniature pile comment got a laugh out of me, though I suspect mine would give it a run for its money. Which movie are you referring to, though? I want to make sure I'm picturing the right Christmas classic before I agree it belongs among the greats. Always glad to find a place where people actually talk about this stuff rather than just lurking. Hey Thomas, it was me who said those things. I sent you a PM, since we are kinda OT here. 1 Back to top Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/388732-hello/#findComment-6193756 Share on other sites More sharing options...
WBRBloom Posted Monday at 09:13 AM Share Posted Monday at 09:13 AM What @Alby the Slayer said! 1 Back to top Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/388732-hello/#findComment-6193763 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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