The Wight King miniature from the Flesh-Eater Courts faction is a pivotal command unit for armies in the Warhammer Age of Sigmar wargame system. This miniature depicts an undead lord whose eternal service in the realms of death began after heroic, yet tragic battles of ages past. He is the embodiment of dark magic, capable of reanimating the long-dead and turning them into instruments of chaos and terror on the battlefields of Age of Sigmar.
Model Characteristics and Components
This self-assembly kit allows you to build one Wight King miniature, equipped with the mighty Baleful Tomb Blade. This weapon symbolizes his status as an undead monarch, capable of delivering mortal blows, cleaving through both the bodies and spirits of foes. The miniature's impressive presence on the battlefield emphasizes its role as a commander and powerful combat unit.
Number of Components: 5 precisely designed components, allowing for easy and accurate assembly of the model.
Material: High-quality plastic, ensuring the model's durability and precise replication of anatomical and armor details.
Scale: Compatible with standard Warhammer Age of Sigmar models, ensuring visual consistency with other miniatures in your collection.
In-Game Role and Usage
The Wight King serves as a commander on the battlefield, inspiring nearby Flesh-Eater Courts units. Its presence boosts troop morale, driving them into even greater battle frenzy. It is not only a powerful warrior capable of direct confrontation but also a tactical support for undead armies, making it an invaluable addition to any Flesh-Eater Courts collection.
Primary Use: Miniature for the Warhammer Age of Sigmar tabletop game, especially for scenario-based games and army rules.
Tactical Role: Command unit, strengthening allied Flesh-Eater Courts units and serving as a strong offensive point.
Compatibility: Fully compatible with the rules and units of the Warhammer Age of Sigmar system, especially with the Flesh-Eater Courts faction. It can be freely combined with other models from the same faction to create a cohesive and effective army.
Assembly and Painting
The Flesh-Eater Courts Wight King kit requires assembly, offering an excellent opportunity to express individual creativity in the modeling process. For assembly, using plastic cement is recommended, and for painting, acrylic model paints are suggested. The precise fit of the components simplifies the assembly process, and the wealth of detail encourages high-quality painting.
Suggested Paint Colors (Citadel)
To achieve the distinctive look of the Flesh-Eater Courts and the Wight King himself, the following Citadel paint shades are recommended, allowing you to emphasize the grim aesthetic and horror of the undead monarch:
Skin/Bones: Rakarth Flesh, Pallid Wych Flesh, Ushabti Bone (for base coats and highlights).
Metal: Leadbelcher (for the Baleful Tomb Blade and armor elements), Nuln Oil (for shading metal).
Robes/Fabrics: Abaddon Black (for the black base), Khorne Red (for accents, such as trims or symbolic elements).
Special Effects: Blood for the Blood God (for simulating fresh blood), Technical Nurgle's Rot (for decay effects).
Shading/Highlighting: Agrax Earthshade, Seraphim Sepia (for bones and pale skin), White Scar (for final highlights).
Please note that the kit does not include paints, glue, or tools needed for assembly and painting. These products are available separately, giving the hobbyist freedom to choose their preferred accessories.
