If you’ve been waiting for something grim, regal, and very, very dead—this is your week.
The new Deathrattle Army Set marks the full return of the ancient Barrow Kingdoms in Age of Sigmar. These undead legions are led by a Wight King on Skeletal Steed (who can also be built as a Wight Lord) and backed by five elite Barrow Knights and twenty stoic Barrow Guard. It’s a great starting force or expansion for Soulblight Gravelords players.
The set also includes a special edition Battletome: Soulblight Gravelords, featuring all the lore and rules you’d expect, plus a chunky pack of warscroll cards—which cover units, factions, and a new Tomb Host Spearhead formation. For anyone curious about the more stoic side of Death (as opposed to vampires and ghouls), this box delivers a sharp, skeleton-led playstyle with real personality.
High Elf Reinforcements for the Old World
The High Elves have been a long-time favorite, and now they’re stepping back into the spotlight with a wave of returning kits for Warhammer: The Old World. We’re talking about the full spectrum of Ulthuan’s finest: nobles on horseback or foot (with a battle standard), Lothern Sea Guard armed with bows and spears, and the famously unflinching Phoenix Guard who can see into the future and hit like a truck.
Also returning are the Sisters of Avelorn, who can alternatively be built as Shadow Warriors—great if you’re building a Nagarythe-themed force.
And let’s not forget the big birds: the Flamespyre and Frostheart Phoenix kit returns with options for a mounted Lord or footslogging hero. These kits might be familiar to longtime collectors, but they still hold up beautifully for tabletop and hobby projects alike.
Fulgrim, Aeldari, and More in White Dwarf 511
This month’s White Dwarf is embracing excess with a big focus on the Emperor’s Children, including painting guides for Fulgrim Transfigured and new Combat Patrol rules that combine Chaos Space Marines with Slaaneshi daemons. There’s also part two of the Aeldari design focus, plus Boarding Actions content and a battle report for those still loving their tight-corridor scraps. Between lore, rules, and hobby help, this issue’s got something for every Warhammer 40,000 player.
Black Library Drops: Undead Epics and Traitor Tales
There’s a double dose of undead storytelling coming soon. First is Ushoran: Mortarch of Delusion by Dale Lucas, a limited edition novel about the ghoul king who genuinely believes he’s a benevolent monarch. Expect a deep dive into the unsettling world of the Flesh-eater Courts.
Also up for pre-order is Masters of Death, a Soulblight Gravelords anthology by David Annandale featuring six stories—including two Neferata novels and other tales of vampire court politics and warfare.
Not to be outdone, the Heretic Astartes are getting a new run of eShorts starting April 7th. Five tales explore the treachery, arrogance, and warped pride of the Traitor Legions, with stories by Jude Reid, Richard Fox, Mike Vincent, Russell Zimmerman, and Avalon Irons. You can grab them individually or as a subscription.
With classic kits returning, new undead factions rising, and Chaos bursting from every narrative crack, it’s a huge week for Warhammer fans of all stripes. Whether you’re deep into the Old World, assembling a Gravelords force, or just here for the villainy, there’s something fresh to sink your teeth into.
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