Games Workshop Warhammer 40,000 Space Marines: Sternguard Veteran Squad (2023 Edition)

Overview

Discover the Sternguard Veteran Squad from Games Workshop, a versatile unit designed for precise, targeted fire in Warhammer 40,000. The 2023 Edition presents five seasoned Space Marines who excel at shooting discipline and adaptability on the tabletop. Each Veteran can be equipped with a Sternguard bolt rifle or a combi-weapon, and one Veteran may carry either a heavy bolter or a pyrecannon for heavier, situation-dependent firepower. A Sergeant with a backpack-mounted banner or sigil adds a leadership presence and dynamic posing options to the squad.

What makes this kit appealing is its emphasis on customization and display. The set offers a variety of cosmetic choices, including different shoulder pads, decorated greaves, multiple helmet options, and a range of accessories such as ammo pouches and purity seals. With 171 plastic components, five 32mm bases, and a Space Marines Infantry Transfer Sheet, you have ample scope to craft a distinctive unit that matches your army motif.

Contents and assembly

• Five Sternguard Veterans with interchangeable weapons
• 171 plastic components for diverse arm configurations
• Five Citadel 32mm round bases
• Space Marines Infantry Transfer Sheet
• Options to build a Sergeant with banner or sigil and a variety of close or ranged weapons

These miniatures are supplied unpainted and require assembly. For best results, consider Citadel Plastic Glue and Citadel Colour paints to bring the squad to life and to align with your army’s color scheme. The kit is designed to integrate smoothly with other Space Marines units, enabling a cohesive force while allowing personal flair in heraldry and ornamentation.

Usage ideas and benefits

• Focused ranged support with bolt rifles and combi-weapons for flexible battlefield roles
• Optional heavy weapon or pyrecannon for additional firepower under the right circumstances
• Sergeant with banner or sigil adds dramatic posing and a sense of leadership on the tabletop
• Extensive cosmetic options to reflect personal style without altering core rules

Whether you’re expanding a Space Marines detachment or constructing a thematic squad, the Sternguard Veteran Squad offers many possibilities to capture your vision in miniature form. The 2023 Edition brings refreshed aesthetics and loadout flexibility that can complement various army builds while preserving the iconic Sternguard identity.