Here are all of the new Horus Heresy upgrade kits from Forge World that have been released for Age of Darkness.
We know now that these won’t be in plastic, so if you were hoping for all new plastics for your models, it looks like we won’t be getting everything in plastic after all…
It also looks like they will eventually release an upgrade pack or two for each legion which should make customizing your forces much easier!
World Eaters MKVI Heads:
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This set of 11 resin heads from Forge World contains five unique designs which will fit the new plastic Mark VI Tactical Squads. There are three sets of three crested helms for the rank-and-file, plus one slightly more ostentatious one for a squad leader, and a leering bare head replete with Butcher’s Nails.
World Eaters MKVI Shoulder Pads:
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These helmets will pair delightfully with a set of 10 resin shoulder pads which are also forthcoming for the World Eaters from Forge World. There are five designs in total – you get two of each – all embossed with slightly more subtle Legion iconography than you’ll see on the battlefields of the 41st Millennium.
Space Wolves World Horus Heresy Upgrade Kits
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Despite what their enemies might claim, there are definitely wolves on Fenris, home planet of the VI Legion. So it makes sense that the Iron Priests would design some helmets that look like snarling wolf heads! Of course, for those who prefer the topknot and beard look,* there’s a bare head too – and even a classic combo of helmet and top knot!
These are actually really cool and are plenty wolf-like!
The sons of Russ are also getting a set of snazzy shoulder pads featuring the Legion’s symbol. It’s the perfect way to finish off your Space Wolves.
New release wise that was all this week, however here are the rest of the sets up to now:
White Scars Horus Heresy Upgrade Packs
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As you can see, part of these traditions were luxurious locks in a stylish loose topknot. You can recreate peak Chogorian style with this set of 11 resin heads for MKVI armoured Tactical Squads. As well as helmets for the regular Legionaries, there’s a bare head with a truly exquisite ‘do, and a sergeant’s helmet with extra fancy plumage.*
Some pretty cool heads are included, and if you play the legion, it might be worth picking a couple up!
There’s also a shoulder pad kit that comes with 10 trim-free resin pauldrons with the Legion’s thunderbolt icon sculpted on them, a canvas for the abstract angular patterns that make up the Fifth’s livery.
Like all the other sets, they keep that classic feel while upgrading them into the new edition.
Sons of Horus Resin Upgrade Kits
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This set of 11 detailed resin heads adds some malignant variety to your MKVI Legion Tactical Squads. There are three sets of three different designs, plus a bare-headed option criss-crossed with battle scars, and a magnificent helmet with a traditional top-knot fit for a Praetor.
Similar to the Imperial Fists ones, these will be in resin but are pretty cool considering the starter sets and main sets will not have any type of legion-allegiance.
Originally known as the Eye of Terra, this ominous symbol once represented the watchful gaze of the Emperor himself. Now this eye belongs to the Warmaster, and it’s watchful in a rather less comforting way.
Both sets will be up for pre-order soon, alongside their Imperial Fists counterparts. Further sets of heads and shoulder pads will be released for each of the Legions in good time.
Dark Angels Upgrade Kits
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With nine regular helmets in a mix of three Calibanite styles – plus a winged Sergeant helmet, and a bare head with a snazzy beard and noble diadem – this pack of 11 heads is a great way to personalize your troops in Mark VI armour.
These are actually some pretty cool heads! Just remember, these are going to be resin, not plastic.
Also coming soon is a set of Mark VI shoulder pads for Dark Angels. The embossed Legion symbol on these pauldrons is perfect for ensuring your fully-painted sons of the Lion stand out in the heat of battle. Now they can proudly stand beside Madruk Sedras and his massive sword.
Nothing too insane, but if you really want to show off that legion pride, then these are going to be right up your alley!
Iron Warriors Upgrade Kits
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This set of 11 resin heads allows you to accessorise and upgrade your own sons of Perturabo with an extra twist of Legion flair. On top of nine skull-faced helmets in three different designs, there’s a cyborg bare head and an appropriately-decorated helm for officers – why waste bolter shells when you can recycle them into a fancy crest?
These are the way to go if you really want to show your legion pride!
Although designed for the new Mark VI Space Marines,* these heads will work just as well on any mark of power armour. But why stop there? Shoulder pads are a perfect canvas for eye-catching customisation, and a large sculpted Legion icon really pops against a black pauldron. Show the Lord of Iron you’re one of his most dependable minions valued subordinates with this pack of 10 resin shoulder pads, usable on almost any Space Marine model. Both upgrade sets are coming later this year, and pair wonderfully with Iron Warriors Transfers – as well as the Made to Order Iron Warriors MkIV Shoulder Pads and MkII Torsos coming to pre-order this weekend.
These have the classic feel, which is always something we like to see!
Emperor’s Children Forge World Upgrades
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See how that fabulous helmet plume puts other Legions in the shade! These eleven heads are ideal for creating Legion Veteran Squads, or making your Tactical Squads look even swankier.
The heads are pretty cool and will make your marines stand out!
These resin shoulder pads will make your miniatures look great – and the sculpted Legion icon is a doddle to paint – and perfectly complement the elegant iconography found on the Emperor’s Children transfer sheet, for those who want to add even more Legion markings.
Death Guard Forge World Horus Heresy Upgrade Kits
There are three different helmet designs for your troops, each featuring grilles, rivets, and a grim spike. We don’t recommend headbutting a Space Marine, but these make it even more of a dicey prospect. There’s also a slightly more ostentatious helmet for your squad leader, as well as a bare head to show off the sickly features of a warrior from Barbarus.
These are pretty cool and capture the Death Guard’s old-school feel!
You’ll also be able to get a set of moulded resin shoulder pads for the XIV Legion. These are the perfect way to finish your miniatures if you’re looking for an alternative to the Legion transfer sheet.
The shoulder pads are also some of the coolest we’ve seen, so we’re all about it!
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