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Avian Arch-Knight & Kroot Return – Warhammer Boxing Day Minis

Avian Arch-Knight & Kroot Return – Warhammer Boxing Day Minis

Dec 3, 2025 | Aeon, Chronicle, New Mini News

Games Workshop has unveiled this year’s special Boxing Day miniatures, featuring an all-new Avian Arch-Knight and the return of the fan-favourite Kroot Carnivore with dynamic leaping pose. These limited models arrive during the annual holiday release window and will only be available for a short time.

TL;DR

The 2025 Boxing Day release includes two collectible Warhammer miniatures: a new Avian Arch-Knight and a reissued Kroot Carnivore. Both will be sold exclusively through Games Workshop stores and the official webstore during the holiday season.

Key Points:
• Limited Boxing Day release, available while stock lasts
• One brand-new sculpt and one returning favourite
• Highly adaptable for skirmish games and display collectors

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The standout reveal this year is the Avian Arch-Knight, a feathered, armored warrior perched mid-strike. The sculpt leans into fantasy knight aesthetics with a bird-like silhouette, offering a striking centerpiece for collectors and painters. Alongside it comes the returning Kroot Carnivore, captured mid-pounce in a cinematic leap.

Games Workshop confirmed both models will be available through local Warhammer stores, independent retailers that opt in, and the GW webstore. As usual for Boxing Day editions, stock will be extremely limited, and availability may vary by region.

Painters will enjoy the textures on both miniatures—feathers, plating, leather straps, and flowing motion lines. Fans of skirmish-scale battles will appreciate how easily these sculpts can slot into narrative warband play. In Gangfight, the Avian Knight would fit cleanly as a high-mobility melee specialist, while the Kroot Carnivore works as a feral tracker or ambush fighter.

Why it matters for Skirmish Gamers

Seasonal miniatures like these often become collectors’ pieces, but they also serve as great conversions or characters for custom skirmish scenarios. For Gangfight players, they add memorable heroes and adversaries to narrative campaigns. For hobbyists, they offer fun winter-break projects full of texture and personality.

Warhammer Quest Darkwater – Pre-Order Nov 29!

Warhammer Quest Darkwater – Pre-Order Nov 29!

Nov 28, 2025 | Chronicle, New Mini News

Games Workshop’s newest dungeon-crawl board game, Warhammer Quest: Darkwater, arrives for pre-order on November 29. This boxed set sends hero parties into the haunted Jade Abbey to battle spectral foes, uncover relics, and push through a branching campaign.

TL;DR

Darkwater launches for pre-order November 29 and is expected to move quickly. The game introduces new heroes, linked encounters, and a streamlined co-op ruleset.

Key highlights:

  • New four-hero roster with unique playstyles

  • A full campaign set within the Jade Abbey

  • Updated rules ideal for fast, tactical sessions

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Warhammer Quest: Darkwater blends classic dungeon-crawl mechanics with a faster, more tactical flow. Players control a small team of adventurers navigating the eerie halls of the Jade Abbey, where shifting rooms, event cards, and spectral threats shape the pace of every mission.

The box includes a full narrative campaign plus modular encounters that can be played as standalone sessions. Each hero—ranging from frontline bruisers to arcane specialists—has a defined role within the co-op system, making party balance crucial. Enemy AI rules keep the action unpredictable but manageable during short, 60–90 minute games.

Fans of skirmish-scale tactics will find plenty to love here. The tight board spaces, reactive combat timing, and hero-driven progression echo many of the same decision points found in tabletop skirmish games. The sculpts are also ideal for cross-use: several miniatures could slot neatly into Gangfight as supernatural foes or wandering characters.

Why it Matters for Skirmish Gamers

A Warhammer Quest boxed set typically sells through quickly, and Darkwater looks poised to do the same. Its compact playtime and small model count make it a natural fit for skirmish gamers who want a fast, cooperative experience between larger tabletop sessions.

For hobbyists, the mix of spectral enemies and armored heroes offers a versatile painting project. Many of the hero and monster models could easily serve as unique characters or scenario pieces in Gangfight or other narrative skirmish systems.

 

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Spellcrow Reveals Goblins for Fantasy Armies Range

Spellcrow Reveals Goblins for Fantasy Armies Range

Nov 27, 2025 | Chronicle, New Mini News

Spellcrow announced a new wave of Goblin Hero miniatures as the launch point for its expanding Fantasy Armies series. These models blend classic fantasy energy with the sharp sculpting style Spellcrow is known for.

TL;DR

  • Multiple character poses with unique gear and expressions

  • Resin sculpts designed for RPGs, skirmish battles, and rank-and-file blocks

  • A preview of the broader Fantasy Armies range coming soon

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Spellcrow’s new Goblin Heroes pack introduces the first official releases in their upcoming Fantasy Armies range. These heroes come in expressive poses with distinctive weapons, layered clothing, and the scrappy details Goblin players expect. Each sculpt leans into the studio’s signature mix of exaggerated features and clean, crisp detailing.

While pricing and the full release calendar haven’t been shared yet, Spellcrow confirmed this pack marks the start of an ongoing line of troops, champions, and supporting units. The intention is clear: build complete armies over time while keeping every model usable for smaller games.

For skirmish fans, these Goblin Heroes slot easily into character-driven warbands. Each sculpt works as a named leader, a rogue spellcaster, or a mischief-heavy specialist. Fans of tighter, narrative-focused battles will enjoy how much personality each model brings to the table.

Why it matters for Skirmish gamers

For Gangfight players, the Goblin Heroes are effortless conversions into agile rogues, sneaky scouts, or unpredictable wild-cards. Their gear variety and expressive poses make them ideal for building a Goblin-themed gang without needing a full army behind it.

For hobbyists in general, this release is a strong signal that Spellcrow’s Fantasy Armies line aims to grow into a large, modular range—something the fantasy scene hasn’t had enough of lately.

Weaver Courts Launch for Conquest with a Full Wave of New Miniatures

Weaver Courts Launch for Conquest with a Full Wave of New Miniatures

Nov 26, 2025 | Chronicle, New Mini News

Para Bellum Games is unleashing the Weaver Courts on November 25, and the faction arrives with an entire slate of new units, creatures, and eerie fae constructs. From the Scaile Dancers’ shimmering violence to the haunting glow of the Will-o’ Wisps, this release marks the Weaver Courts’ true entry into Conquest.

TL;DR

The Weaver Courts debut with a full launch lineup on November 25, including elite dancers, monstrous Draics, spectral Wisps, and armored court-knights. This wave introduces a fast, deadly, supernatural faction steeped in eerie Summer-Court energy.

  • Five new releases, all shipping November 25

  • Mix of elite melee, spectral support, and monstrous attackers

  • Strong crossover potential as Fey in Chronicle skirmish play

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The New Releases

Will-o’ Wisps

Floating fae spirits woven from light and misdirection. In Conquest, they appear as support and disruption pieces, guiding units or luring enemies out of position. They’re ideal for narrative scenarios or supernatural encounters in skirmish-scale play.

Scoth Draic & Coill Draic

A dual-kit featuring two very different fae beasts.
The Scoth Draic embodies twisted woodland hunger, prowling with predatory grace.
The Coill Draic leans into the Court’s vibrant but dangerous Summer energy.
Both add a monstrous presence perfect for mid-sized skirmish battles.

Scaile Dancers

Iridescent wings, insectlike eyes, and whip-swords define these elite fae duelists. They slice through light infantry with impossible speed, dancing through enemy lines before slipping away. Their fragility keeps them high-risk, high-reward. In Chronicle, they slot perfectly as Fey blade-dancers or elite trickster warriors.

Gemred Knights

Heavy armor meets shimmering fae aesthetics. These warriors offer the Weaver Courts a more durable hammer unit compared to the Dancers’ precision. Their crystalline armor and ornate weapons help anchor charges or hold objectives.

Why This Matters for Skirmish Gamers

The Weaver Courts bring a high-mobility, high-style faction built around supernatural trickery and Summer-Court violence. Their sculpts have dynamic posing, unusual silhouettes, and a fae-creature look rarely seen in rank-and-flank games.

For Gangfight and Chronicle, this entire release wave is perfect for building a Fey warband.
The Dancers work as elite assassins, the Knights as armored fae guardians, the Wisps as support spirits, and the Draics as monstrous centerpieces. The aesthetic cohesion makes them an easy drop-in for any fae-themed campaign or skirmish map.

These models broaden the palette for hobbyists who want supernatural forces without leaning into undead or demons—bringing a folklore-driven style that feels both fresh and dangerous.

Brigands of Arja Kickstarter Live – New Fantasy Game

Brigands of Arja Kickstarter Live – New Fantasy Game

Nov 24, 2025 | Chronicle, Crowdfunding, New Mini News

The fantasy skirmish game arrives with campaign play, monster cards and small, story-driven warbands.

TL;DR

The Brigands of Arja Kickstarter is now live and fully funded.
• Warbands of 3–6 miniatures designed for fast one-hour skirmish sessions.
• Includes monster cards, campaign rules and exclusive Kickstarter-only content.
• Great crossover potential for players who enjoy adaptable gang-based systems like Gangfight.

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Firelock Games has officially launched the Kickstarter campaign for Brigands of Arja, and it has already reached its funding goal. The game focuses on compact fantasy warbands of three to six models, supported by a quick-play ruleset built around fast, one-hour battles.

The campaign system tracks a warband’s “infamy” across multiple games, giving players persistent progression without the complexity of larger wargame campaigns. Preview materials highlight high-detail miniatures, striking fantasy art and ready-to-use cards for monsters, characters and scenarios.

A Kickstarter-exclusive barbarian miniature is featured as part of the launch offerings, along with multiple pledge tiers aimed at both newcomers and experienced skirmish gamers. Everything is built for easy setup, fast play and replayable campaign structure.

Why It Matters for Skirmish Gamers

Brigands of Arja adds a fresh, streamlined fantasy option to the tabletop scene. With small model counts and short play times, the system fits perfectly into hobby nights or quick weekend sessions.

For Gangfight players, the warband structure mirrors our own system’s footprint. The miniatures and profiles can be easily adapted into custom gangs, letting players drop new fantasy characters into Chronicle or other settings without heavy conversion work.