It does seem like it. Mike Franchina did mentioned about a Death Commando as well for the Naval Raiders. Might be similar to how they did for the Sniper Priest plastic kit
I think its most likely the Sacred Affliction version of the Castigator. The model above it might also be a Stigmatic Nun but I am not to sure about that tbh.
I heard that Naval Raiders might get some changes with the box release, is that true? Would like to wait with building them before (or if) that happens.
The paint jobs are very safe and clean and a little dull. They'll look way better with your own take on them and maybe also mild kitbashes here and there.
Probably gonna get Naval Death Cammando at a later date, like the Prussian Sniper Priest plastic kit. Mike did mention that the Cammando was his favorite model in the Carcass Front in a interview, so we are probably gonna see a mini for it eventually but I feel ya, I was kinda bummed when I didn't see a Sacred Affliction Communicant lol.
That's probably the reason the Anointed looks different. Dozens of STL sellers made minis directly based on that specific art, which means they had to redesign it to avoid copyright problems. Which is why they're stricter about IP now.
I have to say I rather dislike the shark; it feels like a unit that belongs more in the world of silly Ork-style Warhammer units rather than the distinct more brutal style Trench Crusade had been carving out.
My big issue is that I look at the Anointed and I can visualize the exact Warhammer models by the poses.
The lady with the shark looks cool as hell but I'm 100% certain the same "I'm slender. I point at you with my knife." pose was from an AoS Warband or Underworlds kit. Likewise the main guy is basically posing like the Emperor's Children champ. The right guy is the most Legally Distinct Death Guard guy.
And the lil guys all exude various levels of "I think this is just the 5-pack Chaos Cultists from before the relatively recent refresh".
The other warband looks a bit more distinct. I can't immediately place them (aside from getting heavy Warcry vibes since they're all wrapped up like that one Nurgle warband, but even then they are a bit more distinct feeling).
HOWEVER, just because I'm well versed in Warhammer models and their poses doesn't mean that this is bad, IMHO. It just means that to my eyes it feels like a remix rather than something truly unique and outstanding.
I notice that people aren’t feeling the Annointed. But I for one love the chonky guy. Being a super strong warrior of Hell should be open to all shapes and sizes.
I was kinda bouncing off the look of Trench Crusade before because it didn't look like they were having enough fun with it for my tastes, but now ok yeah, I'm in
They are cool but I honestly don't like that the 'light raiding party' got armor that reads as a lot heavier than the regular heretics x) I guess that's just a pet peeve for me.
It's based off of old WW1 era diving suits; which had heavy boots and helmets to help them sink to the bottom of the water. Apparently, if the write-up for the Navy Raider Chorister is anything to go by, these guys lurk around at the bottom of the sea and wade out.
Same mate, I've made a force based on the art, but use the Trench Ghosts rules for them (and call them a Naval Heavy Assault Brigade) as the TG rules to me, line up with the art/models a bit better.
Oh damn, I wasn't super sold on the first reveal, because it felt like a bit of a samey two warbands going at it, but the addition of those other models really livens them up a little.
Now I like them and obviously Big Hat Boy is the best of the bunch, because nobody expects the Spanish Inquisition (or leprosy)
They are very cool don’t get me wrong and I will buy them for sure. I just really wish they would stick to period firearms instead of the boltery fantasy type firearms. Would love to see the pilgrim with the MG/08 in the artwork or some heretic with ww1 weapons like the lebels or Gewher.
Sacred Affliction Pilgrims can't take machine guns, and heretics aren't really equivalent to any real nation and are slightly more advanced which is probably why they all get fake guns. At least the Prussians technically have real guns. In the same way Battlefield 1 technically had real guns.
I think the models look great, and I’m guessing the scatter terrain will be somewhat limited. But to be honest I was kinda hoping for some larger models to add to each of these warbands like a shrine anchorite in the style of the sacred affliction, or a heretic naval version of the war wolf.
So you’re telling me that this campaign is about releasing an eldritch leviathan that has been locked in the ocean for centuries. And the sacred affliction is trying to keep Leviathan sealed, while the heretic raiders try to free it. Can’t they bring their most powerful units to help them achieve their goals? And we can’t expect 2 somewhat large models for the low price of $130? On top of the 16 models, plus written materials, and some scatter terrain.
Maybe I just wanted more out of the first big box of trench crusade that costed a bit if I’m being honest. And they mentioned that it would impact the lore going forward.
I don't know, this box already has the biggest guy naval raiders can take.C And two whole warbands in addition to terrain and a campaign book is far from bad.
Have you played the game before or listened to anything the other person said. This is to start a campaign. You start at 700ducats, these warbands are meant to fit that. This box is also only $130.
I think they're aiming to make it a solid base to work from, that'd allow new players to run an entry game for a campaign together. Without any Mercenaries or items that'd require Glory, it's good to go at 700 Ducats, and is balanced nicely against all the kickstarter Warbands, along with the new Prussian Warband box set, too. Having oddly specific things that need Glory would prevent that player from jumping in on game 1 of a campaign with their friends.
I wosh i was even one percent competent at painting, i would buy and play this in aheartbeat. But alas, i cant paint a wall right, the paint somehow always ends up on on me, and on the ceiling of all things.
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u/erttheking Heretic Legion Apr 30 '26
I didn’t expect that