The Adeptus Custodes faction is receiving a major rules and miniatures expansion for Warhammer 40,000 and Warhammer: The Horus Heresy, featuring rescaled demigod datasheets, dual-system kits, and a new Codex release according to Games Workshop announcements.
New Aquilon Terminators and Codex Details
According to official announcements, the new Aquilon Terminators can be deployed in both the Age of Darkness and the 41st Millennium. Their Warhammer: The Horus Heresy rules appear in the Liber Custodes: The Forces of the Emperor Army Book, while their Warhammer 40,000 rules are featured in the new Codex: Adeptus Custodes.
Following the pattern of previous Orks and Space Marines Codexes, the softback release includes background lore, hobby guides, and army rules packed in a decorative slipcase.
Did you know? The new Codex marks a fundamental rescaling for the Adeptus Custodes, adjusting points levels and squad sizes so that even basic Custodians fight beyond the power level of most Space Marine heroes.
Combat Patrol and Faction Expansions
A new Combat Patrol accompanies the Codex release to serve as an entry point for collectors. The box contains a Shield Captain, six Sentinel Guard, three Venatari, and a Contemptor-Achillus Dreadnought. Players can also build the three squads in alternate configurations if they are not using the box strictly for Combat Patrol games, making it a flexible purchase.
Additionally, a faction Command Pack will be available for 11th edition. It includes reference cards and tokens designed to help players track game states.
Dual-System Miniature Kits
Several existing Custodian kits are receiving standalone releases with updated packaging displaying logos for both Warhammer 40,000 and Warhammer: The Horus Heresy. According to the release details, these kits include:
- Shield Captain
- Custodian Guard Sodality
- Sentinel Guard Sodality
- Venatari Sodality
- Custodian Dreadnought
- Telemon Heavy Dreadnought
- Gyrfalcon Jetbike Sodality
- Pallas Grav-attack
- Caladius Grav-tank
- Caladius Annihilator Grav-tank
- Coronus Grav-carrier
This rollout represents one of the largest range expansions for the Adeptus Custodes since the faction’s initial launch.
Pro Tip: Budding Captain-Generals expanding their forces with these new dual-system kits may want to stock up on Retributor Armour paint ahead of assembly and painting sessions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I find rules for the Aquilon Terminators?
Their Horus Heresy rules are located in the Liber Custodes: The Forces of the Emperor Army Book, and their Warhammer 40,000 rules are in the new Codex: Adeptus Custodes.
Can the new miniature kits be used in multiple game systems?
Yes. The newly packaged kits can be used in both Warhammer 40,000 and Warhammer: The Horus Heresy.
What models are included in the new Combat Patrol box?
The box includes a Shield Captain, six Sentinel Guard, three Venatari, and a Contemptor-Achillus Dreadnought.
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