Store anniversaries are one of the most fun low key hobby events of the year.
So, every Warhammer store throws a nine day celebration for its opening anniversary. It is basically a community week with games, chats, and excuses to start projects. Additionally, it comes with limited swag that you can only grab during that window. This summary covers the 2026 highlights, including two new anniversary miniatures and a stack of in store extras.
Two New Anniversary Miniatures for 2026
The big headline is two new models debuting for store anniversaries in 2026. One is an Aeldari Autarch with peak commander energy. The other is a Vampire Lord who looks like he walked out of a dueling pit in Shyish.
These minis are available for the first time during store anniversaries starting in February. Additionally, each store offers them for nine days as part of the celebration. So, if you want them, you need to hit your store during its specific anniversary window.
Path of Command: The Autarch Built to Lead From the Front
Autarchs are framed as the ultimate Aeldari leaders, because they have spent most of their long lives walking the Path of the Warrior. So, they are both tactical brains and legitimate combat monsters. They also rock those iconic back banners, which always makes the model look like it is mid speech before a charge.
The Path of Command Autarch comes armed with a dragon fusion pistol and a star glaive. So, it is packing a nasty pistol and a proper melee weapon. Additionally, it is pitched as ideal for leading Aspect Warriors or Storm Guardians who want to get into swirling melee fights. Therefore, this is not a backfield coordinator vibe. It is a point the spear character.
Korthrain, the Crimson Blade: A Regal Vampire Lord With Duelist Style
The Soulblight curse gets the classic pitch here. Vampires gain unnatural speed, sorcerous power, and monstrous strength. However, they pay with an eternal hunger for blood, which is a very fair trade in Age of Sigmar terms.
Korthrain is presented as a Vampire Lord in ornate armour, and he carries an elegant blade. The description leans into his attitude too. He humiliates foes in duels before cutting them open for a fresh fountain of blood. So, he is not just a brute. He is a classy menace, which fits Soulblight perfectly.
Anniversary Extras: Dice, Mats, and Pin Badges
Beyond the minis, there are spending incentives for shopping in store during the anniversary period. For every £50 increment you spend, starting at £100 and up to £200 total, you can score extra goodies. So, it is basically tiered rewards.
The extras include metal Warhammer dice for heavy satisfying rolls. Additionally, there is a dice rolling mat. Then there is a double sided 44 by 30 inch neoprene gaming mat. That size is pitched as perfect for Combat Patrol and small Age of Sigmar games. So, it is a practical prize, not just a shelf trophy.
There are also Warhammer 40,000 and Age of Sigmar pin badges. They are available while stocks last, and your store manager will tell you how to claim one. So, it is another little collectible flex for your bag or jacket.
Summary
Warhammer store anniversaries in 2026 are bringing two strong collectible minis. So, you get a melee ready Aeldari Autarch with a dragon fusion pistol and star glaive. Additionally, you get Korthrain the Vampire Lord, a duelist style bloodsucker in ornate armour. Meanwhile, the anniversary weeks also come with spend based extras like metal dice, rolling mats, and a big neoprene board. Finally, the event period is also framed as a great time to contribute to the Million Miniatures Challenge and Call To Arms running January through May.
Check with your store manager for your local anniversary dates, because each store’s nine day window is different. Then, make a plan, because limited minis plus hobby swag is a dangerous combo for anyone with a pile of shame.
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