Warhammer 40k Kill Team expands with Ratling snipers facing Ork Tankbustas in Brutal and Cunning; there will be new models, tactical rules, and a limited-time Ratling commemorative model!
Updated December 4th, 2024, by Rob Baer with links to the product release.
The Warhammer 40,000 universe continues to expand with an exciting new Kill Team box set featuring the underappreciated yet beloved Ratlings facing off against the brutal Ork Tankbustas. You can get the new box set here, as it is already on sale.
Cunningly Brutal
This latest Kill Team expansion shines the spotlight on Ratling snipers, who are often overlooked in favor of larger, more imposing factions. Opposing them are the infamous Ork Tankbustas, known for their destructive power and relentless assault on heavily fortified positions.
The Battlefield: A Fight for the Bunker
The terrain in this expansion is built around a central bunker, creating an intense battleground where one side tries to hold the structure while the other mounts an aggressive assault. This setup adds a strong narrative element to the game, allowing players to recreate iconic Warhammer 40k scenarios where small, determined squads face overwhelming odds in critical strongholds.
For the Ratlings, their sniping skills are essential to defending the bunker, but they also bring along their distinctive trait of adaptability. A special rule allows them to retreat when enemies come too close, keeping the gameplay both fast-paced and strategic. Adding to the Ratlings’ charm is their trusty mutt dog, an indispensable companion that alerts them to the presence of nearby enemies.
Ratlings: A Unique and Quirky Faction
One of the standout features of the new Ratling models is the level of detail that highlights their distinctive lifestyles and characters. The Ratling fixer, their leader, ensures that his team has all the equipment they need to keep up the fight. Not only are these snipers lethal at long range, but they also retain their well-known traits of survivalism and practicality.
A notable example is the Tankbuster Sniper, a Ratling sniper heating up a grilled cheese sandwich and making tea on his power pack while scouting for targets. These quirky details help to further flesh out the unique personalities of the Ratlings, making them more than just sharpshooters in the Warhammer 40k universe.
40k Kill Team Ork Tankbustas: Masters of Destruction
When it comes to blowing things up, no one does it quite like 40k Kill Team Ork Tankbustas. These mad lads are obsessed with destroying anything that looks even remotely like a vehicle—or a bunker, for that matter. Armed with rocket launchers, explosives, and anything else that can go boom, Tankbustas excel at taking down heavily fortified positions.
In this Kill Team expansion, their raw firepower makes them the perfect counter to the sneaky Ratling snipers. Expect Tankbustas to bring their usual chaotic style, charging headfirst into battle with reckless abandon, gleefully lobbing explosives at anything in their way.
Commemorative Ratling Sniper Model
Alongside the new expansion, Games Workshop is releasing a special commemorative model that will only be available for a limited time. This exclusive piece features two Ratlings on a single base: one is positioned behind a piece of rubble, carefully lining up a shot, while the other is casually cooking up a full meal in the middle of the battlefield.
As part of this commemorative release, a new Kill Team scenario will allow players to incorporate this unique duo into their games. In this scenario, the Ratlings are tasked with stealing supplies in the heat of battle, adding an additional narrative-driven objective to your games.
New Kill Team Brutal and Cunning Rules
Like previous Kill Team expansions, the Ratlings vs Orks set includes all-new rules tailored specifically for this matchup. Both factions will receive specialized abilities and tactics, ensuring that each side offers a distinctive playstyle. For example, the Ork Tankbustas will bring their explosive expertise to breach fortified defenses, making them a perfect counter to the elusive and sneaky Ratlings.
Final Thoughts on the New Kill Team Brutal and Cunning Expansion
In the end, whether you’re rooting for the sneaky Ratlings with their grilled cheese and tactical wit or the Orks with their explosive love for destruction, this new Kill Team Brutal and Cunning expansion is one you won’t want to miss. It’s a perfect blend of charm and chaos, with enough strategic twists to keep even the most battle-hardened players on their toes.
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About Travis Pasch: Travis has been a Warhammer 40k hobbyist since the 1990s, playing the game since Third Edition. Through extensive traveling, he’s seen a lot of the miniatures hobby from across the world, giving him a unique perspective on the latest gaming topics and trends.
Travis’s brother even owns a commission painting studio, where he’s picked up a lot of good advice and techniques for painting Warhammer and tabletop miniatures over the years, as well. Travis joined the Spikey Bits team in 2019 and has been the lead writer since 2020.
Currently, he’s working on converting all his 40k Adeptus Mechanicus models and becoming a true tech enjoyer, complete with both sad and happy robot noises!
