Warhammer Age of Sigmar Vanguard: Slaves to Darkness - 17 Multipart Plastic Miniatures

Overview

The Vanguard: Slaves to Darkness set from Games Workshop brings a dramatic cohort of armored figures to your Warhammer Age of Sigmar collection. The 17 multipart plastic miniatures depict the Slaves to Darkness faction in battle-ready silhouettes, designed to be assembled and personalized. The kit arrives unpainted, inviting you to choose colors, basing, and insignia that match your army’s story and style, whether you prefer a grim, dark look or a more radiant, courtly palette.

What’s in the box

• 17 multipart plastic miniatures representing core Slaves to Darkness units
• Armored warriors with varied poses for a dynamic battlefield presence
• Unpainted figures requiring assembly
• Guidance for tools and paints (Citadel Plastic Glue and Citadel Colour paints recommended)

A closer look at the sculpts

Each model showcases detailed armor, crests, and weapon options that convey rank and role within the unit. The modular components let you craft different stances and configurations, helping your battlegroup read as a cohesive force on the tabletop.

Notable design touches

• Dynamic poses that read clearly in formations and dioramas
• Varied helmets, pauldrons, and weapon options to suggest different roles
• Ease of assembly with clean mould lines and intuitive connection points

Getting the most out of your set

Plan assembly in stages, dry-fit parts before gluing, and work in color layers to preserve edge definition. Base coats establish the foundation for metallics and cloth tones, while washes and highlights bring armor and details to life. Following Citadel Colour guides can help you achieve a polished finish.

• Plan your build session and set up a clean workspace
• Dry-fit and assemble before painting to check alignment
• Apply base coats, then layer highlights for depth
• Keep paints breathable between coats to avoid clumping

Creativity and color schemes

Unpainted by design, this kit invites experimentation with color stories, metallic accents, and basing textures. Whether you lean toward a dark, menacing aesthetic or a regal, ceremonial look, you can tailor the palette to reflect your army’s lore.

Playability and compatibility

Though painting is optional, the figures are sized and designed to fit standard Age of Sigmar rules and unit sizes, making them suitable for themed battles or larger warbands.