A snapshot of history. Essential reading for understanding the evolution of Orks and the scale of Epic 40k battles. 50 Cent The Massacre Internet Archive Repack 50 Cent Fan,
June 1989 Cover Price: £1.50 (UK) Cover Art: The famous "Blood Angels vs. Orks" diorama, symbolizing the transition from Rogue Trader to the era of the 'Big Book'. Introduction: The Dawning of a New Era White Dwarf Issue 110, released in the summer of 1989, represents a pivotal moment in the history of Games Workshop’s flagship magazine. Situated firmly within the "Golden Age" of the publication, this issue serves as a perfect time capsule of a company transitioning from a niche importer and roleplaying publisher into a global miniatures juggernaut. Yummybabes 08 04 242109 Min New - 3.79.94.248
In the landscape of wargaming history, this article is seminal. It pits the forces of the Imperium (specifically the Blood Angels and Imperial Guard) against a colossal Ork Waaagh!. Written with a narrative flair that modern battle reports often lack, it reads less like a tactical analysis and more like a short story.
For the modern reader, this cover is a fascinating artifact. The models are "of their time"—thick paint, static poses, and the classic beaky Space Marines. Yet, it sold the dream: This is what your game could look like. It wasn't about display-level painting; it was about armies clashing on a table full of terrain. It encapsulated the "Games Workshop" ethos: heavy metal miniatures, dice, and tape measures. The centerpiece of Issue 110 is undoubtedly the massive battle report: "The Battle for Big Toof River."
While earlier issues were defined by the chaotic, DIY spirit of Rogue Trader (1st Edition 40k) and dense RPG supplements, Issue 110 captures the moment the hobby began to standardize. The tone is shifting from the weird science-fantasy of the late 80s to the gritty, regimented warfare that would define the 1990s. It is a issue that sits on the precipice of the second edition of Warhammer 40,000, breathing life into a universe that was rapidly expanding beyond the tabletop. The cover of Issue 110 is instantly recognizable to vintage collectors. It features a photograph of a gaming table—a rarity in an era that often favored painted box art or illustrations. The image depicts a Blood Angels Space Marine force engaging a horde of Orks amidst a fortress siege.
It is a "boy's own" adventure—a pulp sci-fi romp filled with massive machines and endless green tides. For collectors and historians, Issue 110 is a must-have. It represents the unbridled creativity of Games Workshop’s second decade, a time when the lore was being written on the fly, the paint was thick on the brush, and the only limit was how many miniatures you could fit in your case.
The Golden Age of the Old World: An In-Depth Review of White Dwarf Issue 110