Major cuts are happening to the Space Wolves, as over a dozen units are missing from the new Warhammer 40k codex and heading to Legends.
Looks like the axe has swung, and this time it’s Space Wolves on the chopping block. The leaked codex rules for 10th edition point to a major cull—big names like Stormrider, Lukas the Trickster, and the Stormfang Gunship are missing from the new points list. Translation?
They’re likely getting the Legends treatment. Here’s a list of all the models that are going away now.
Space Wolves Hit with the Legends Treatment
Well, it’s happened again. Another codex leak, another handful of classic units quietly shown the door. This time, the axe has swung toward Fenris, and a whole pack of Space Wolves models look like they’re headed straight for the GW Legends list.
Let’s call it what it is: Games Workshop is tightening things up for 10th edition. With each new codex, we’re seeing more units disappear from the match play lineup. The Eldar and Imperial Guard both had their share of farewells, and now the Sons of Russ are howling into the wind.
Who Didn’t Make the Cut?
Let’s talk specifics. A lot of names didn’t make the cut. Canis Wolfborn, gone. Harald Deathwolf? Also missing. Lukas the Trickster? Looks like he pulled his last prank.
And then there’s the whole fleet of flying bricks—Stormfang Gunship and Stormwolf—absent from the points list. If you’re a Space Wolves collector, this list might feel like a gut punch:
- Canis Wolfborn
- Cyberwolf
- Harald Deathwolf
- Hounds of Morkai
- Krom Dragongaze
- Logan Grimnar on Stormrider (he’s just on foot now)
- Lukas the Trickster
- Skyclaws
- Stormfang Gunship
- Stormwolf
- Multiple Wolf Guard variants
- Wolf Lord on Thunderwolf
- Wolf Scouts
That’s a pretty dramatic reshuffle.
Why It’s Happening
Games Workshop seems to be trimming the fat and focusing on units that are well-supported by current models. If it doesn’t have a recent kit—or sells slower than month-old paint—it’s at risk.
Streamlining makes rule maintenance easier and gives newer players fewer hoops to jump through. However, it totally undermines the rule of cool and homogenizes the game. So it depends which side you’re on, we guess.
Legends Doesn’t Mean Gone Forever
That doesn’t mean these units are dead. They’re just not part of the matched play game anymore. Legends’ rules still exist, and narrative play is alive and well. You can still field your Logan on Stormrider and howl proudly. You just won’t see him popping up in tournament lists.
What You Should Do Next
So what’s the play for collectors and hobbyists? Keep building what you love, but be realistic when planning purchases. If it’s not on shelves and not in the codex, chances are it’s not coming back anytime soon. GW’s pattern this edition has been pretty consistent: out with the obscure, in with the streamlined.
Still Plenty of Teeth in This Army
Space Wolves are still a solid faction with a distinct flavor and some great units on offer. The loss of a few characters and vehicles doesn’t erase that. Just maybe… keep those Thunderwolves on the display shelf for now.
If you’re holding out hope for a comeback, never say never. This is Warhammer 40k. Anything can happen except maybe a new Cyberwolf kit. Let’s not get carried away…
See the Leaked Space Wolves Rules Here!
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