New Grey Knights models and updates explained: what’s changed, what’s new in the Codex, and what the Battleforce includes.
Honestly, new Grey Knights models are what matter here, and they show up backed by a sharp round of Codex updates. A reworked Nemesis Dreadknight leads the way, with fresh weapon options and updated profiles that finally drag the faction into the same century as the rest of the Space Marines.
All of it rides in on the new Crusade: Armageddon supplement, which throws the silver psykers right back into the fire. Armageddon’s on fire again, Angron’s stomping across the battlefield with his usual blood-soaked flair, and the daemons are having a field day. But the Grey Knights aren’t sitting this one out.
So if your narrative games have been feeling a little too safe, this is the chaos injection you didn’t know you needed.
Let’s break down the new models, the Codex changes, and what the campaign box actually gives you.
New Grey Knights Models at a Glance
Updated on July 22nd, 2026, by Rob Baer with the new Grey Knights models and Codex update.
Here’s the quick version of what’s actually new, and how each piece ties back to the Crusade: Armageddon campaign book:
- Reworked Nemesis Dreadknight – new weapon options and a fresh look, and it’s the model built to punch daemons off the board in the campaign.
- Grey Knights Codex refresh – updated profiles and lore that slot straight into the Armageddon narrative.
- Sanctic Conclave Battleforce – the boxed way to field the refreshed army as the Codex lands.
- Combat Patrol – the smaller door in if you’re just starting your silver psykers.
Grey Knights: Brushed Off No More?
Let’s not sugarcoat it: 10th Edition gave Grey Knights the short end of the Force weapon, and one slightly spruced-up Dreadknight didn’t count as a glow-up. For years they were left cosplaying their 5th Edition selves while everyone else strutted in with sleek new kits.
That’s what makes this land. Here’s what is actually updated: new sculpts, revamped kits, a reworked Nemesis Dreadknight with real weapon options, and a Codex refresh that gives the faction a whole new vibe on the tabletop. So before the campaign lore, let’s talk models.
Epic Heroes Just Got Epic-er
In Crusade: Armageddon, your favorite characters can level up into Mighty Champions, with upgrades tied to how you actually play. For Grey Knights that’s a natural fit, whether you’re leaning on a Chaplain Grimaldus to hold the line or a Grand Master carving through daemons one by one.
These Champion types include things like:
- Nemesis Champion – Great for assassins and demon-slaying maniacs (hello, Grey Knights).
- Inspirational Champion – Think buff auras and morale-boosting sermons mid-melee.
Grey Knights Codex Update: Titan’s Finest Get Sharper Blades
The Codex refresh is where the models actually get their teeth. Updated profiles, tightened lore, and a reworked Nemesis Dreadknight that’s built to hunt Greater Daemons instead of just posing on the shelf.
The Nemesis Dreadknight Update
The Dreadknight gets the most attention in this refresh, and it isn’t just a cosmetic pass. Its fresh weapon options change how it actually fights:
- Nemesis Flail – swingy crowd control for wading into a horde.
- Nemesis Mace – your pick for turning Greater Daemons into chaos puddles.
And yes, Grand Masters still look ridiculously cool on a Dreadknight, which was never going to change. Put it together, and the codex update is really about giving the models a reason to hit the table right as the new campaign rules drop.
Sanctic Conclave Battleforce and Combat Patrol
The models don’t arrive alone. Alongside the Codex, two boxed products give you a way onto the table: the Sanctic Conclave Battleforce and the Grey Knights Combat Patrol.
So which one’s for you? If you’re building the army out, the Battleforce is the bigger swing and the natural home for the refreshed kits. If you’re just starting your silver psykers or topping up a force, the Combat Patrol is the lower-commitment door in. Either way, both put the new models in your hands right as the Codex lands.
Crusade: Armageddon Context
Now for the backdrop the models are fighting in. The planet Armageddon has seen more wars than Forge World has recasts, and it’s under siege again from Angron himself. The new campaign book packs 43 pages of narrative with no filler: daemon-bashing, Grey Knights heroics, and desperate last stands.
Best of all, it gives you three branching campaign paths where your win/loss record actually matters, think morale boosts for Imperials or new boons for Chaos when things get spicy. That’s the part competitors skip, and it’s the reason to run this as a campaign instead of one-off games.
Hellscape Rules: When the Table Becomes Your Enemy
As bonus context, the new Hellscape mechanics turn the battlefield into a haunted house built by the Warp. You might grab teleportation or time-warping movement, but random Anomalies can drop the hammer on anyone who tampers with Warp energy. In play, it’s less Strands of Fate and more “oh no, my Librarian just turned into a spawn,” a fun way to add unpredictability without a pile of extra rules.
So, Should You Pick This Up?
If you’ve been waiting for a reason to buy back into Grey Knights, this is it. The refreshed models and the reworked Dreadknight are the real draw, and the Battleforce and Combat Patrol make getting them on the table easy. The kits come first here, and they’re finally worth it.
Then there’s the Crusade: Armageddon rules on top: campaigns where decisions matter, units evolve, and the Warp actively sabotages your plans. Put it together, and the update breathes new life into the Grey Knights, who’ve been waiting in their silver armor for another shot at Angron. Bring your dice and your favorite Epic Hero and see who walks out of the Warpstorm this time.
Final Thoughts From Us
Angron’s back, the Warp is tearing holes in reality, and the Grey Knights just got a serious glow-up. With the Crusade: Armageddon supplement bringing new narrative rules, campaign twists, and Codex upgrades, it’s the perfect time to get your army on the table and start wrecking-or saving-Armageddon. Whether you’re running silver-armored psykers or trying to drown the sector in blood for the Blood God, this update adds real weight to your games. Got thoughts, list ideas, or chaos-fueled battle stories?
Either way, the new Grey Knights models are the reason to clear off the paint table and get them into the fight.
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