Drukhari models may finally get the refresh fans crave; from Vect to Corsairs, here’s what the latest Warhammer 40k rumors are pointing toward.
The Drukhari have been waiting in the shadows for a long time, and the rumor mill is spinning faster than a Reaver on overdrive. With their codex trailing behind everyone else in 10th edition and a backlog of Finecast relics clogging their range, it looks like the time for Commorragh’s nastiest raiders might finally be coming.
Could this be the refresh that breathes new life into the most twisted raiders in the galaxy? Let’s break down the rumors that have the community holding its breath.
Why the Drukhari Need an Update
Let’s be honest, some of these kits are ancient. Finecast, clunky Beastmasters, and resin Tantalus builds that test even the most patient hobbyist have been crying out for replacements. When you compare them to the flashy new Aeldari refresh earlier this year, the Drukhari are looking downright dusty.
GW often likes to close out an edition with one last big glow-up, and the Dark Eldar are perfectly positioned for it before 11th rolls in.
Combat Patrol Rumors
The old Combat Patrol (side note, it’s an awesome box)
The combat patrol that recently disappeared from GW’s webstore is the biggest signal that something is brewing. Word on the street is that the new patrol could include:
- HQ: Homunculus
- Units: Reavers, Talos, and a Kronos
That’s a nasty little starter combo, and it matches up with some “safe” rumor entries floating around from Reddit leaks: Helions, Reavers, Raiders, Talos, Kronos, Incubi, Lillith, and Mandrakes. These are all core Drukhari staples, so it makes sense they’d be locked in. Especially since they are somewhat new, at least for Drukhari.
Beyond the Basics: What Might 11th Edition Bring?
The old Asdrubael Vect model
The juicier whispers are pointing at a much larger 11th edition refresh. Alleged candidates include:
- New multi-part Archon kit
- Lady Malys (finally hitting the tabletop after the sprue was leaked months ago)
- Plastic Tantalus (maybe getting dug up from the Legends bin)
- A massive Asdrubael Vect centerpiece model (this rumor comes up every edition, so don’t hold your breath, even though we might)
- New Beast Packs and Court of the Archon sculpts (desperately needed as they are finecast)
- Mounted Mandrakes
- Reworked Cabalite Warriors and Wych kits
- A new Succubus
There’s even chatter about subtle scale tweaks: 32mm heroes and slightly taller infantry on 28.5mm bases. We’ve already seen Scourges and Incubi creeping onto bigger bases, so this tracks.
Pirate-Themed Expansions
Some of the spiciest gossip involves pirate-flavored releases that blur the line between Drukhari and Corsair. The highlights include:
- Corsair kits with a distinctly Drukhari twist
- Shroud of Commander Kabalite Black Heart
- Upgrade sprues for Red Corsairs
The Aeldari corsair connection continues with talk of a new Prince Yriel sculpt, a retooled Vyper kit (low stock in the UK has fans raising eyebrows), and even tie-ins with upcoming Warhammer+ content.
The Webstore Purge
This is currently everything on the GW website for them.
One of GW’s classic tells before a range refresh is quietly pulling old kits. Right now, Drukhari’s online presence has some big gaps:
- Combat Patrol box
- Beastmaster and Beast Packs
- Court of the Archon
- Reavers
- Tantalus (already in Legends, but that doesn’t always mean retired)
- Grotesques
- Wracks
This doesn’t guarantee replacements, but it’s hard to ignore when whole swaths of the range disappear at once. It could be temporary stock issues, or it could mean Commorragh is about to raid our wallets in a big way.
Final Thoughts From Us: New Drukhai Models
We think that if history is any guide, not every rumor on the list will make it. GW usually trims down refreshes, so we might see a handful of revamped core kits and one or two big surprises. Still, the appetite for new Drukhari models is massive.
With the faction being one of the last to get its codex in 10th edition, all signs point to a big push either at the tail end of this edition or as part of the 11th edition launch window.
For now, keep your eyes peeled. When the shadows stir in Commorragh, it usually means someone’s about to bleed, your opponent on the tabletop, and/or your bank account when preorders go live.
See the Leaked Drukhari Sprue Here!
