Short On Time? You Gotta Try This!
⚔️ King of the Colosseum: Fast, Fun, and Full of 40K Flavor
If you’ve been in the Warhammer 40K scene for any length of time, chances are you’ve come across the brilliant folks at Play On Tabletop and their custom game mode: King of the Colosseum.
And if you’re anything like us, you love the depth and drama of 40K—but don’t always have the time (or table space) for a full-scale Strike Force or Incursion match. That’s where this format shines.
King of the Colosseum is a fast-paced, 500-point-per-army mode that delivers a complete game experience in under an hour. You still get to flex your faction’s full rules and flavor, but in a compact, tactical slugfest that’s perfect for weeknights, demos, or hobby nights.
There’s even custom terrain built specifically for the format—pre-marked mats, modular ruins, and thematic walls that make setup a breeze and gameplay immersive. While not required, it adds a cinematic punch that’s hard to resist.
Want to dive in? You can find the full rules, terrain kits, and mission details on:
Play On Tabletop’s official King of the Colosseum page.
Whether you’re a veteran looking for a fresh twist or a newcomer seeking a bite-sized way to play, this mode is well worth your time.
Having Fun With AI
AI video generation does consume more energy than static image creation, but it’s still modest compared to many everyday digital activities:
- 🔋 A five-second AI video may use around 3.4 million joules, roughly the energy of running a microwave for an hour.
- 📱 That’s 700 times more than generating a high-quality image, but still far less than streaming HD video for hours or rendering full CGI scenes.
- 🌍 Compared to traditional animation pipelines or large-scale game development, AI video tools can be more efficient for short-form content.
- 🧠 Most of the energy cost comes from training the models, not generating individual outputs. Once trained, generating a clip is relatively lightweight.
So while AI tools aren’t energy-free, their footprint for short creative bursts – like this Space Wolf – is far smaller than many assume.
We’re Live! Welcome to the Grim Fun Dark
After minutes of scheming, painting, and tactical caffeine deployment, the blog is finally online—and we’re kicking things off with bolters blazing.
This space is dedicated to all things Warhammer 40K: scenario design, tactical breakdowns, hobby hacks, and the occasional lore-fueled rant. Whether you’re here for asymmetric mission packs, crunchy mechanics, or just to see a Space Wolf argue with a Tau over deployment zones, you’re in the right place.
Expect modular content, replayable formats, and a healthy dose of grimdark humor. We’ll be diving into:
- 🛠️ Custom scenarios and campaign arcs
- 🎨 Hobby tutorials and terrain tricks
- 📊 Tactical insights and rules clarifications
- 🧠 Lore-inspired game modes and faction spotlights
So grab your dataslate, charge your plasma coils, and join us as we carve out a corner of the galaxy—one post at a time.
For the Emperor (or the Greater Good… or the Silent King… we’re inclusive like that).