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Guys look I'm having serious problems with going on with the hobby, I've got three WFB or AOS armies call them what you like. And i have decided to start with 40k with orks when I discovered that I am the only kid who plays warhammer all others in my club are at least 20, I am asking are there any kids like me out there or no?

I was about 13 when I started, played LotR for several years before that. Might be worth seeing if anyone at your school plays (or is interested in playing) if you want to find players of a similar age.

How old are you now?

I was much younger than you when I started, but I didn't really get advanced until later years.

Assuming you behave maturely you shouldn't have many issues playing games, even if your opponents are older.

Allot of schools have gaming clubs here and during half-term the place I go is full of younger teens around that age. That's in the UK anyway.

sushi2001 wrote:How old are you now?

I'm now 19.

Ashiraya wrote:Assuming you behave maturely you shouldn't have many issues playing games, even if your opponents are older.

But really, this is the important bit. Aside from a few people who you read about (luckily I've never met anyone like this) that just won't play against people that aren't of the same age, most gamers will be happy enough to play with anyone that can act maturely and sensibly. The last club I was a regular member of had about 20 members, some of whom were about 12 and just starting out, to some who could recall the very first editions of 40k, and across the spectrum everyone was very friendly, welcoming and when younger and new players turned up, we all went out of our way to help them out with rules, painting advice, lending models until they had their own armies ect.

Short version: be sensible, be polite, and age really shouldn't come into it.

i am 29 an i would not mint playing against a 14 year old. heck i dont mint the age of my oponent als long as this one plays fair. knows the rules and knows how to enjoy a good time while playing.

Not going to lie sushi2001, most people that I've seen playing are in their mid 20's to mid 30's. I'm very happy that you're playing though, because 40k needs new blood! When I started playing in 3rd edition, we were all 14-18 years old. Lots of people came on board up until about 6th edition rolled out. I've barely seen any new folks since then, but the numbers don't lie. If GW doesn't start attracting new folks like yourself, the hobby won't survive.

I hope you find some new folks, or convince some friends to start trying the game out! It's a lot of fun, and there's a lot of useful math knowledge you can learn to better your game ;-).

There's a bunch of 14-15 year olds at the shop I play at.

I (21 year old male) like playing against most of them, just like playing against any other player. The only thing I'd like is them to have a mature attitude.
They don't need to act like adults (because they're not), but I expect them to be able to remove their models from the table without causing a scene (screaming, argueing, etc) every time I kill something.

Also, not knowing every rule is fine, so is making errors.
However, don't take it too far. For example, one guy tried charging 2D6 +6 inches because he said his banner of blood gave him +6 inch charge distance. That's not what a banner of blood does and that is as clear as day when you read its description. I gave him the benefit of the doubt that it was an honest mistake but it shouldn't be my job to know your codex inside out to stop you from making grave mistakes. At least know what the upgrades you buy do.

keep it up!! I started when I was 14 and haven't looked back, but like everyone else said, no one will mind playing you as long as you are mature about it, and remember is just a game

There was a 9 year old girl playing at the 40k champs event at wargamescon.

I live in a Military town so most people who play in my group are adults. some times someone brings there kids in and my son plays sometimes which is younger than you.I think with all the video games out these days I can see why not so many young people get into it.

That and the price. I did not play until I was an adult because we did not have a lot of money growing up and there is no way my parents where going to buy me the minis. At current prices I can see why middle class parents would push there kids towards other hobbies/sports

I started when I was 10, took a break for a few years, and started again when I was 14.

No, there are several where I play. Most play just with themselves, however, they recently had a store tourney and several of the kids showed up to play.

Just keep going to the store, act friendly, and you should have no problems getting games

 jreilly89 wrote:
Most play just with themselves

hell, at 14 who didn't.

I started playing at 10. Then I grew up. But I still played with my toy soldiers. The same is true of a lot of other people.

That tabletop wargaming skews towards older players is simply a phenomenon of them not quitting. You need a constant stream of new players for there to be a lot of 14 year old players. You don't need a constant stream of new players for there to be lots of 30 year old players.

I started playing 40k when I was 14 as well (not seriously, but that's when I got my first models). Now I'm 18. To be honest this is a game that most people stick with for years, so you being so young isn't a big issue, since most players started out around that age, and just stuck with it. And I'd be fine playing with you, I've known several younger players who were far more fun and mature to play against than 30+ year olds.

I started when I was 10/11-ish. I never had a problem with people as I was younger.
As long as you're mature, responsible and independent to a degree, you'll be absolutely fine!

Not a fan of playing kids as am 31 and like playing
With adults and maybe have a drink our 2. Our I play later in to the night

I'm 14 now. Join the club!

There will occasionally be younger players out there - mostly the spawn of older players who've raised their children with bottled milk and plastic.

Warhammer is generally an older-persons game. Not because of anything as meaningful as rules and so on, but because it's prohibitively expensive. You find 20-somethings play it because they can afford to (and in part because their jerk parents refused to buy it for them when they were 14 and so this is them rebelling...... yes Dad, this is YOUR fault but now I have ALL the little soldiers I ever wanted).

Anyway, stick at it and maybe try playing the older guys - you can learn rude words from them and have a good time. They may even adopt you as a club pet and give you free pizza

Also how can kids afford this game

 Wulfmar wrote:
There will occasionally be younger players out there - mostly the spawn of older players who've raised their children with bottled milk and plastic.

Warhammer is generally an older-persons game. Not because of anything as meaningful as rules and so on, but because it's prohibitively expensive. You find 20-somethings play it because they can afford to (and in part because their jerk parents refused to buy it for them when there were 14 and this is rebellion, yes Dad, this is YOUR fault).

Anyway, stick at it and maybe try playing the older guys - you can learn rude words from them and have a good time. They may even adopt you as a club pet and give you free pizza

"Club pet"? That's the most ridiculous and best thing I've heard all day. Can I put that in my sig?

Be my guest

Thanks!

All the people who play at my FLGS are under 18

You shouldn't feel out of place unless you are "that guy"

I used to help run a school club (being the super-awesome guy I was). See if any of your teachers are happy to give up an evening to run one for you guys.

I wish there were more youths in my area. Too many olds tigers set in their ways, not willing to adapt, not willing to just have some fun. They kind of push the youth out of the game, which will ultimately kill the game here (small town). Keep fighting the good fight, challenge, but respect your elders (they might teach you some old tricks), and be glad you have a hobby you like.

Seems like you're more mature and thoughtful than some of the adults I play against in the few times I feel bothered to play any more. I'd play against you. I wasn't so young when I started though. But I know people who were.

I started playing when much younger (around 9) my daughter (6) hasn't played in store but has been more than welcomed with her painting in store, I can't wait for her to game on haha.