A leaked sprue hints at a new 40k Dawn of War-themed board game using red plastic minis. Is it legit, or just a crafty fan project? Let’s break it down.
So, someone out there slapped a Dawn of War logo on a red plastic sprue, snapped a photo with a microwave, and tossed the internet into speculation mode. The sprue in question? A dead ringer for the “Honoured of the Chapter release” from Indomitus—only now it’s wearing red and possibly part of a new board game.
Is this a real product leak or just a clever kitbasher trolling the hobby? The photo’s blurry, the timing’s suspicious, and the internet’s losing its collective mind.
Real Deal or Red-Hot Ruse?
Check out these sprue pics that seem like they are for a Dawn of War-themed board game, the new Drop Pod kit, and the Chaos Knights Ruinator. While none of this is confirmed by Games Workshop, that hasn’t stopped us and the Warhammer community from zooming in on every blurry pixel like it’s an ancient relic.
Let’s start with the bit that’s got people talking the most…
Dawn of War: From Your Screen to Your Table?
Here is the grainy image that has surfaced (who takes pics like this, BTW?) showing what looks suspiciously like a self-contained Dawn of War board game. Think along the lines of the Space Marine 2 boxed game that hit Target shelves—not a full-on 40k experience, but a tidy little intro for new players.
The contents? A single sprue that looks lifted straight from the “Honoured of the Chapter” MTO offering from Indomitus. That means:
- Primaris Chaplain
- Bladeguard Ancient
- Judiciar
- 3 Bladeguard Veterans
- 3 Eradicators
Honoured of the Chapter sprue.
But instead of the usual grey plastic, this one’s red. And it’s branded with the Dawn of War name, which makes it feel more like a themed intro box than a random repack. It supposedly comes with dice, tokens, cards, datasheets, and all the bits you need to hit the table running.
Now, here’s the kicker: that same sprue goes for $168 on GW’s site. So if this box is legit and priced like the Space Marine 2 one (which was way cheaper), it could be a slick way to grab some excellent models that have been out of print for a while, for less.
But Let’s Pump the Brakes for a Sec…
Before you start rearranging your display shelf, it’s worth mentioning that this leak is… questionable. The photos look like they were taken using a servo skull with a broken lens. It’s entirely possible this is just a clever kitbash or fan project made to stir the pot. We’ve all seen what the community can do with a resin printer, some red spray paint, and too much time.
So until GW posts something official, take it all with the appropriate amount of salt. Maybe even a salt shaker.
Drop Pods & Giant Footprints
Now onto the second spicy bit: the Drop Pod. Games Workshop already confirmed a new kit was on the way, but now we’ve seen a leaked sprue—and boy, it’s a chunky one. Apparently, the new footprint design takes up 60% of a full sprue by itself. Looks like they’re going all-in on making this a serious chunk of battlefield terrain (or at least harder to break in transport).
If the leaks are right, expect this to hit shelves soon—probably alongside whatever rules update it’s tagging along with.
Chaos Knights Just Got Meaner
And finally, Chaos fans rejoice—or tremble—because the new Chaos Knights sprue leak points to a kitbash-friendly upgrade: the Knight Ruinator. It’s not a full new model, just a single sprue meant to slot into the existing kit, but the changes look meaty. Expect more spikes, more skulls, and enough baroque nonsense to make the Emperor shed a tear.
Final Thoughts Before the Plastic Drops
If any of this pans out, it’s going to be a big deal for hobbyists, particularly that Dawn of War box if it ends up being both real and affordable. But until we get clearer pics or an official GW announcement, it’s all just educated speculation with a side of wishlisting.
So keep your eyes open, your clippers ready, and your wallet cautiously tucked away—for now.
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