GW just revealed the new Warhammer 40k and AoS Christmas Battleforces, plus the Commemorative Ratlings, hitting pre-order this week!
If you are looking for the news about allocations or the value and savings on all the new 2024 Warhammer Christmas Battleforces boxes, be sure to read our breakdown article here.
This post was updated on November 13th 2024 with the latest pre-order and pricing information along with the announcement from Games Workshop along with the confirmed release date.
Games Workshop has just revealed its latest releases, including the yearly battleforces for Warhammer 40k and AoS, which will be available for pre-order this week. There are also a few new Black Library offerings along with the Commemorative Ratlings Provisionally Prepared box set.
Here are all the details for these latest new pre-order releases for the six Warhammer 40k and four AoS battleforces, plus Black Library books, which will be available from GW on Saturday, November 16th, around 1 p.m. EST in the States with a release date of November 30th, 2024 on Black Friday Weekend.
New Warhammer 40k Pre-Orders
Reinforcements are en route, as the latest Warhammer 40k pre-orders have just hit the scene! These new releases are locked, loaded, and ready for action. Time to grab your paints, assemble your troops, and prepare to dominate the tabletop.
Provisionally Prepared
Introducing the Ratling sniper duo who can’t decide what’s more urgent: incoming enemies or an irresistible sausage. This limited-edition Commemorative Series model will only stick around while stocks last, so set your sights on pre-orders this week!
Adepta Sororitas Battleforce: Penitent Crusade Host
Meet the Sisters of Battle who believe in redemption through sheer battlefield mayhem. The Penitent Crusade Host packs in a Ministorum Priest, two versatile Penitent Engines (they can also become Mortifiers if you’re feeling fancy), nine Sisters Repentia with their superior, and a formidable batch of 10 Arco-Flagellants. Top it off with two sturdy Rhinos to deliver these fierce warriors straight to the action, plus a transfer sheet with a whopping 290 decals.
Imperial Knights Battleforce: Valourstrike Lance
Knights in shining… well, giant, deadly metal suits. This Valourstrike Lance set features a Knight Paladin (or an Errant if you’re mixing it up) and four Armiger Helverins armed to the teeth with autocannons. Or, if you’re feeling dramatic, build them as Armiger Warglaives, brandishing thermal spears and chain-cleavers. Don’t forget the transfer sheet – 647 decals await your customization needs.
Necrons Battleforce: Hypercrypt Legion
The Necrons are here to remind everyone why space magic isn’t just a fantasy. The Hypercrypt Legion includes an Overlord with a snazzy Translocation Shroud, 10 Triarch Praetorians (or Lychguard, depending on your vibe), and 10 Necron Warriors, all joined by three Canoptek Scarab Swarms. A shifty C’tan Shard of the Void Dragon floats ominously at the helm.
T’au Empire Battleforce: Retaliation Cadre
What’s the pitch? Battlesuits. Tons of battlesuits. This set boasts a Commander with a drone buddy, a formidable Riptide Battlesuit with two drones, a stealthy Ghostkeel Battlesuit with its own pair of drones, and a Broadside Battlesuit (again, two drones included). As if that wasn’t enough, you’ll also score a T’au Empire Transfer sheet with 225 decals to seal the deal.
Dark Angels Battleforce: Inner Circle Task Force
Only the most loyal warriors make it into the secretive Inner Circle. This elite force includes a Chaplain clad in Terminator armour, six companions ready to protect and serve, and 10 Deathwing Knights with their trusty Watchers in the Dark. Wrap it all up with a Dark Angels transfer sheet loaded with 217 decals for that finishing touch.
New Warhammer Age of Sigmar Pre-Orders
The latest Warhammer Age of Sigmar pre-orders have arrived, and they’re as epic as a Stormcast Thunderstrike! Whether you’re rallying your armies in Shyish or forging alliances in Aqshy, these new releases are here to elevate your game to legendary status.
Ironjawz Battleforce: Wrekkamob
Who needs strategy when you’ve got brute force? The Ironjawz Wrekkamob is all about overwhelming power, featuring six Weirdbrute Wrekkaz (or Brute Ragerz if that’s more your thing), 20 battle-hardened Ardboyz, and a fearsome Tuskboss on a Maw-grunta (or a different Maw-grunta build if you’re feeling fancy).
Flesh-eater Courts Battleforce: Charnelgrand Jury
Picture blood-drenched cannibals who think they’re chivalrous knights defending their realm. This grim box features the slightly-aware Grand Justice Gormayne, six Morbheg Knights, 10 Cryptguard, and six Crypt Horrors (or winged Crypt Flayers for those who enjoy a little aerial drama).
Cities of Sigmar Battleforce: Founding Foray
This set brings together a motley crew with nothing but determination, Sigmar’s blessings, and some serious firepower. The Founding Foray includes a Freeguild Marshal and their Relic Envoy, a Freeguild Command Corps, 10 Freeguild Fusiliers, an Ironweld Great Cannon, and a heavily armed Fusil-Major on Ogor Warhulk. The five Freeguild Cavaliers are ready to charge in for a grand finale.
Maggotkin of Nurgle: Shudderblight Cyst
If spreading pestilence and decay is your thing, look no further. This merry bunch is led by a grim Harbinger of Decay, with five Putrid Blightkings, 10 Rotmire Creed, and four Pusgoyle Blightlords (one can be built as a Lord of Affliction for a touch of leadership).
New Black Library Pre-Orders
The latest Black Library pre-order titles are here; they’re hotter than a Salamander’s forge! Whether you’re into far-future battles, mysterious quests, or tales of heroism, there’s something for everyone. So, grab your bookmark and get ready to secure your next great read.
Eisenhorn: Malleus – Illustrated and Annotated Edition
Gregor Eisenhorn is back, and trouble is his shadow. Accused of a disaster that haunts the planet Thracian Primaris, he’s caught in the crosshairs of the daemon Cherubael. This revamped edition includes fresh illustrations by Tazio Bettin, insightful commentary from Dan Abnett, and an all-new afterword. Grab it while it’s available – limited stock alert!
Skaventide
The cunning Skaven are back in Skaventide by Gary Kloster, and they’ve got their eyes set on conquering Aqshy. The stakes? A Stormcast Eternal holding forbidden knowledge. Pre-order this thrilling tale in paperback next week.
The Ghosts of Barak-Minoz
Drekki Flynt’s life just got a lot more complicated. His supposedly deceased crewmate is back, pursued by assassins and rambling about the Dead Air and the lost city of Barak-Minoz. Guy Haley’s The Ghosts of Barak-Minoz hits paperback next week – and Drekki’s tale promises action, adventure, and some very tough navigation.
Da Red Gobbo Collection (Audiobook)
Da Red Gobbo – hero, rebel, Christmas legend. Is he one goblin or many? This audiobook collection includes Da Gobbo’s Revenge by Mike Brooks, Da Gobbo’s Demise and Da Wrong Type of Green by Denny Flowers, and more mischief with Da Gobbo Rides Again and The Instigator by Rhuairidh James.
Wolf’s Honour (Audiobook)
The tension between the Thousand Sons and the Space Wolves reaches an epic climax in Wolf’s Honour. Ragnar Blackmane and his brothers are up against their nemesis Madox, all while seeking the elusive Spear of Russ. Lee Lighter’s tale is coming soon in audiobook format, perfect for those who crave battle-hardened sagas.
And there you have it – a parade of power-packed battleforces and tantalizing tales ready to storm your shelves. Whether you’re prepping to paint an army of loyal battle sisters or assembling your fleet of Ironjawz with all the finesse of a wrecking ball, this week’s lineup has something for every flavor of tabletop general.
And if you’d rather curl up with a story of epic heroics or goblin shenanigans, the Black Library selections won’t disappoint.
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