As the Cicatrix Maledictum splits the galaxy in two, and Abaddon the Despoiler spends millions of lives to capture the only safe passage into the Imperium Nihilus, we’re entering a truly dark time for humanity… And with the new Codex: Chaos Space Marines on the horizon, things aren’t about to improve.
To celebrate – or lament – the resurgent Archenemy, June’s miniature of the month in Warhammer stores will be a true veteran of the Long War, a Chaos Space Marine of the Heretic Astartes.
You can head to your local store to pick up this model from the 4th of June, while stocks last. Your model may look a little different from the one above, but that’s the infinite variety of Chaos for you.
While you’re there, you may want to pick up some paints. Pick out any 10 paint pots from the range, and your local Warhammer store’s Pick ‘n’ Mix Paint Set offer means you’ll get the most expensive one absolutely free.
To garb your new Heretic Astartes in the classic livery of the Black Legion, you’ll probably want a basecoat of Abaddon Black, with Leadbelcher on the chainmail and gunmetal. Then, pick out the bronze trim in Balthasar Gold, the wooden stock in Mournfang Brown, the crimson loincloth and eyes in Khorne Red, and the bone horns in Rakarth Flesh, before giving all four a wash of Agrax Earthshade. Finish up with highlights of Eshin Grey to the black armour, Auric Armour Gold to your bronze, and a wash of Nuln Oil on your gunmetal and chainmail.
Don’t forget to ask our helpful staff if you need an expert to help you pick out the perfect colours or share some painting techniques. For more advanced advice, check out the free Citadel Colour app – which contains tutorials for all sorts of specific colours and models – and browse painting videos on the Citadel Colour website.
Such is the waxing power of Chaos, however, that certain things have been delayed by the warp. That means that there’ll be no commemorative coin available this month – but don’t worry, as there’ll be a new coin as usual next month.
In the meantime, every store will have some cool items available to celebrate the launch of Warhammer: The Horus Heresy. Here’s what to expect.
Why not bring a friend down to your local store to demonstrate the true power of the Dark Gods? Our friendly staff are only too happy to introduce people to the Warhammer hobby – they’ll show them how to play a game, and give a lesson in painting their first model, all for free.
If your friend enjoyed their intro, why not get them signed up to the Battle Honours programme? This is a fun series of milestones they can complete on their way to getting set up in the Warhammer hobby – while earning cool free gifts as they go!
Check out the Warhammer store finder to see where your nearest branch is, and head on down to pick up your free miniature of the month.