Cerastus Knight Lancer | Games Workshop – Warhammer Horus Heresy / 40k

Overview

The Cerastus Knight Lancer from Games Workshop is a swift, towering Lords of War designed to cut through the heaviest threats with speed and precision. Its long legs grant quick strides across the battlefield, letting you project presence and reach in close combat. The shield and shock lance offer a potent combination for duelling foes at melee range, while its towering frame adds dramatic visual appeal to any army.

In this multipart plastic kit you’ll assemble one Cerastus Knight Lancer. The model is designed for dynamic posing, with joints in the ankles, knees, hips, head, arms, waist, and fingers that invite a range of dramatic stances. The head and arms also include glueless assembly options to adjust position mid-game, giving you flexibility as your battles unfold.

What you get and how it helps on the table

• 208 plastic components and a Citadel oval base (170 x 109 mm) give a substantial centerpiece for your force.
• The kit includes an Age of Darkness Cerastus Transfer Knight Sheet with 517 optional markings to customize heraldry and loyalties.
• Open hatch option reveals the seated pilot, adding a cinematic touch to your tabletop storytelling.
• The model is supplied unpainted and requires assembly; Citadel Plastic Glue and Citadel Colour paints are recommended for best results.

Customization and weapon options

• Two kneepad variants, greaves, pauldrons, four hull icons, an armorial shield, and three pennants for personalization.
• Extensive articulation with joints in the ankles, knees, hips, head, arms, waist, and fingers for dynamic poses.
• Glueless assembly options to adjust position mid-game, offering flexible positioning during battles.

Designed for use across the Horus Heresy and the 41st Millennium, the Knight Lancer stands out as a fast, aggressive choice for Households seeking mobility and aura on the battlefield. Its ion gauntlet shield provides defensive counterplay as it advances, while the colossal shock lance delivers a dramatic, high-impact presence in close quarters. The tall, agile silhouette supports dynamic posing—from charging to poised stances—so you can create a display-worthy model that reflects your playstyle and narrative preferences.

With the model’s extensive customization options, you can tailor the pose and equipment to suit duels, patrols, or siege-style deployments. Its open hatch, glueless assembly, and diverse cosmetic options help you craft a unique centerpiece that remains visually striking as you expand your forces.

If you value display presence and narrative options, this knight’s imposing silhouette and swap-ready details can elevate your army’s stories on the tabletop, whether you prefer a bold frontline charger or a threatening centerpiece that looms on the horizon.