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Dwarf Longbeards

Forming the stoic foundation of the throng are the Longbeards, the oldest and most battle-tested warriors in the mountain realms.

As their name implies, the grand length of their facial hair is a living testament to centuries of survival and warfare. These venerable grumblers command absolute reverence from the younger generations; raised from infancy to honour their elders, the younger Dwarfs listen to their gruff wisdom with profound respect and look to them for unwavering guidance when the battle line begins to waver.

Snotling Pump Wagon on the workbench

The original Snotling Pump Wagon released back in the day is probably my favourite Citadel model of all time. What I liked about it most was the humour behind the model, you got the idea that the designer was down the pub when the idea came up.

I did originally consider the new model a “monstrosity” but when making a recent order, I added one to my basket.

The Snotling Pump Wagon is a terrifyingly erratic contraption, consisting of little more than a ramshackle wooden hut precariously balanced on crude wheels. This rickety war engine is propelled forward solely by the frantic, sweat-drenched pumping of dozens of hyperactive Snotlings hidden within its frame. Careening wildly across the battlefield with zero steering and infinite momentum, it acts as a crude rolling fortress, crushing, flattening, and piercing any unfortunate foes who fail to scramble out of the way of its spiked rollers and wooden chassis.

This is a metal model and in the box are numerous metal parts, a base, and instructions.

The first stage will be to clean the metal castings. I am going to fully construct the pump wagon, but the crew will be painted separately before adding them to the wagon.

Cathay Fire Rain Rocket Battery

Cathayan armies deploy the devastating Fire Rain Rocket Batteries.

While notoriously inaccurate, these war machines compensate with overwhelming volume, hurling clusters of explosives over immense distances to saturate entire grid zones in a lethal storm of fire and shrapnel. Alternatively, they possess the flexibility to deliver a single, massive high-explosive rocket designed to crack open fortifications or neutralise high-threat monsters.

Snotling Pump Wagon

The original Snotling Pump Wagon released back in the day is probably my favourite Citadel model of all time.

What I liked about it most was the humour behind the model, you got the idea that the designer was down the pub when the idea came up.

I did originally consider the new model a “monstrosity” but when making a recent order, I added one to my basket.

This is a metal model.

I wonder, what with the made to order goodies that we see, if we will see a re-release of the original version.

Cathay Grand Cannon

The Grand Cannons of Grand Cathay are striking war engines sculpted in the likeness of roaring dragons. Far from mere decoration, these ornate barrels are built to unleash devastation, capable of belching torrents of raw flame or spitting massive, incandescent cannonballs that tear through enemy ranks.

Grand Cannons serve as a core artillery piece for Grand Cathay, distinctively shaped like roaring dragons. On the battlefield, they offer versatile anti-infantry and anti-armour capabilities, shifting seamlessly between short-range gouts of fire and long-range flaming solid shot.

Dwarf Anvil of Doom

In times of greatest peril, the Runesmiths bring forth the Anvil of Doom, a relic of unparalleled antiquity and the most sacred of Dwarfen heirlooms. It is upon these ancient surfaces that the legendary rune weapons of myth were originally shaped. Imbued with the primordial magic of the earth, the anvil is a weapon in its own right; by striking its face with meticulous precision, a patient Runelord can awaken the dormant power bound within, channeling a devastating chorus of ancient runes to smite their enemies and bolster their kin.

Constructing the Jade Lancers

When I made a trip to Warhammer World in June 2025 I was pleased to see the then new models for the Army of Grand Cathay for Warhammer Old World on display. I really liked the Cathayan Sentinel especially the paint job which made it look like it was terracotta. I also saw a posting on the Warhammer Community site about where Lewis from the Warhammer Studio had painted some Jade Warriors as terracotta warriors.

I started thinking about creating and painting a whole army in this style, so I bought a Cathayan Sentinel and the Grand Cathay Battalion.

I started constructing the Jade Warriors. After finishing some of those models I started on the Grand Cannon and the Jade Lancers.

The Jade Lancers represent the elite heavy cavalry of Grand Cathay’s armies, formidable shock troops drawn from the very best of the disciplined Jade Warriors. Clad in ornate, heavy cataphract armour that gleams like polished jade and mounted on barded warhorses, they are a sight to behold on the battlefield. Wielding long Cathayan lances, they are trained not only for devastating charges across open plains but also for intricate manoeuvres through the narrower confines of city streets and fortified breaches, making them exceptionally versatile. Their thunderous arrival shatters enemy lines, embodying the implacable might of the Celestial Dragon Emperor’s domain.

I do think the construction of the Jade Lancers is quite complicated, the horses are made up of quite a few components. Most of the horses have only one hoof on the ground, something that you couldn’t do with metal models, but can with plastic.

Still a fair few to construct.

Dwarf Slayers

Dwarf Slayers are defined by a singular, tragic obsession: to wash away a past dishonour through a magnificent death against a monstrous adversary. Their existence is a relentless hunt for conflict. When the Dwarfen realms march to war, these fierce warriors emerge from self-imposed exile, eager to join their kin and hurl themselves into the thickest fighting where the odds are heaviest.

Terracotta Cathayan Grand Cannons

I started constructing the Jade Warriors. After finishing some of those models I started on the Grand Cannon.

Cast in the likeness of roaring dragons, the Grand Cannons of Cathay unleash torrents of flame and iron upon the foe. Whether saturating a wide front or concentrating their explosive power into a single, devastating projectile for sieges, they remain a cornerstone of Cathayan might.

First models to be made were the crew. I constructed two of the crew first. The third crew member was built, as was the Ogre loader.

I have been thinking about how I will paint the Grand Cannon. The human crew will be terracotta like the Jade Warriors. I think I will also need to reflect on how to paint the Ogre Loaders, who are mercenaries. First thoughts are to paint them as terracotta too. As for the cannon itself, that I think will be more brass than clay. I think a cannon made out of terracotta would explode upon firing.

I think I will landscape the base before affixing the cannon.

I have also gone down the cannon route rather than the Fire Rain Rocket Battery option.

Coming soon, Mercenary Ogres

For Warhammer: The Old World you will soon be able to order (from 4 July for a week-long order period) some classic Mercenary Ogres.

No doubt drawn by the presence of exotic (if scaly) meats, a band of Mercenary Ogres is marching upon the Old World seeking fame and fortune. Or just, you know, obscene amounts of food. You’ll be able to get your hands on a set of three with great weapons, three with hand weapons, and a cheery Captain overseeing his troops. Decked out in less civilised armour and outfits than regular Imperial Ogres, they’re a great way to add more character to your Dwarfen Mountain Holds and Empire of Man armies.

The Captain is one of my favourite Citadel miniatures, and is also one I never had in my collection. Can you guess who will be clicking the order button on the 4th July.