The new Saturnine Terminators for Warhammer: The Horus Heresy are here, and they bring with them a wealth of customization options that let you bring your vision to life.
These miniatures are incredibly versatile thanks to their ball-jointed limbs, which allow you to pose them in countless ways. Whether you’re aiming for a heroic stance or a more dynamic action pose, these Terminators can be assembled to fit whatever mood you’re going for. Let’s take a dive into some key tips and tricks for assembling and painting these incredible miniatures, ensuring they stand out as centerpiece pieces in your army.
Assembly: Bringing Your Terminators to Life
Before you even pick up the glue, take a moment to think about what kind of pose you want your Saturnine Terminator to have. Is it mid-battle, charging forward? Or maybe it’s standing stoically, ready to charge into battle at any moment? Visualizing your Terminator’s stance ahead of time will save you frustration down the line. You can even sketch out a few ideas on paper or dry-fit the limbs together to test out poses before committing.
When it comes to assembling, start by gluing the leading foot onto the base first.
This helps you handle the model more easily as you work your way through the rest of the pieces.
Next, glue the legs and waist section, making sure the weight is distributed well and the waist is straight. Once that’s done, add the chest.
Think about whether you want the Terminator to have a slight twist or look in a particular direction. After that, glue the arms on, considering what action your Terminator is about to take. Is it resting or aiming its weapon? Finally, glue the head in, ensuring it matches the direction of the Terminator’s movement or where it’s aiming.
One pro tip for painting: it can be tricky to get to the back of the head once it’s glued in place. To make it easier, paint the head socket black before you glue it in, saving you from trying to awkwardly reach around the neck during the painting process.
Shoulder Pads and Sub-Assemblies: Making the Most of Your Miniature
Shoulder pads on these Terminators are an essential part of the model’s look, so it’s important to assemble them with care. The easiest method we found is to first glue the ridge cable to the front half, then attach the back piece, and finish with the inner support. This order ensures everything fits perfectly. Another great tip is to keep the shoulder pads as separate sub-assemblies while painting. This makes it easier to get into all the nooks and crannies without worrying about painting the rest of the model.
For the most flexibility with posing, sub-assemble the limbs of your Terminator and experiment with different positions using adhesive putty. This allows you to test out various poses without permanently committing to a glued stance. Once you’re satisfied, you can finalize the pose and then glue everything in place.
Pro Tips for Perfect Poses
The design team behind the Saturnine Terminators has shared some additional tips for creating realistic and dynamic poses. Here are a few to keep in mind as you work on your models:
- Keep the feet flat to the ground for more grounded and stable poses.
- For a more purposeful stance, align the head with the direction of the leading foot.
- In standing poses, try keeping both legs straight to convey a firm stance.
- Treat the elbows like hinges, which means they should bend naturally instead of in odd ball-jointed ways.
- Remember, these kits are modular and flexible, but following basic posing principles will result in more believable and dynamic models.
These tips also apply to the Saturnine Praetor. By giving him a unique pose, you can make him stand out as a powerful and heroic leader in your army.
Final Thoughts: Bringing the Saturnine Terminators to Life
The Saturnine Terminators are an exciting and highly customizable addition to your Warhammer: The Horus Heresy army. With the ability to pose them in countless ways, these miniatures allow you to express your creativity and bring the Age of Darkness to life in your own unique way. Whether you’re aiming for a dynamic battle pose or a more heroic look, planning and careful assembly are key to creating stunning models.
These Terminators are not only highly customizable but also offer a chance to showcase your painting and modeling skills. So, take your time, follow the tips, and let these Terminators become the centerpiece of your army. Happy building and painting, and may your Terminators always stand tall on the battlefield!
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