When the Leviathan boxed set arrived in summer, we were treated to a phenomenal update for Sternguard Veterans and Terminators. Now, as Codex: Space Marines draws near, two new multipart plastic kits take this fresh new look to the next level.
One of the most striking elements of the new Sternguard Veterans is the triumphant return of the back banner – a stylistic throwback to the days of MKVII armour and Godwyn-pattern boltguns. This mesh of old styles and new looks reverberates throughout the Sternguard, a veteran corps whose gear blurs the line between classic and Primaris Space Marines.
MKVI and MKVII helmets are both included among 15 head options – that’s three per model – along with plenty of extra pouches, charms, and trinkets.*
The new pyrecannon is the star of the gun show – joining the heavy bolter which returns from Leviathan – but you also have the option to equip all of your Veterans with a choice of tricked-out boltguns or hybridised combi-weapons.
Although all combi-weapons use the same weapon profile in-game, you still get two combi-flamers, combi-plasmas, and combi-meltas each – plus the full selection of bolt rifle sights and magazines – so pick whichever wargear suits the vibe of your Chapter best.
The new multi-option Terminators carry the same weight and gravitas as their sturdy, up-sized brothers from the Leviathan boxed set, all in a much more flexible package.
For the first time, you can equip all of your Terminators with chainfists right out of the box – just in time to show those shiny new Imperial Knights who’s boss. The weapon options don’t end there, as the trusty assault cannon is joined by two old friends – the cyclone missile launcher and heavy flamer.
Each Terminator also comes with a helmetless option – including the rare half-mask previously only seen on the classic metal Terminator Captain – as well as a tasteful sprinkling of purity seals and honours. And don’t worry, the teleport homer is included.
The Sternguard Veterans and Terminator Squad join the rest of the Space Marines for a two-week pre-order this Saturday, so you can build up your own veterans in time for the 1st Company Task Force detachment when Codex: Space Marines arrives.
* Senior Space Marines love a good gewgaw.