The Horus Heresy: knight houses - Cerastus Knight Acheron
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| Battlefield Role | Unique Features | Difficulty | Player Tip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heavy close-quarters fire support and assault | Massive arm-mounted flame cannon with ammo feed and a devastating reaper chainfist with twin-linked bolters | Advanced, due to the large scale, numerous mechanical components, and articulation options | Paint the inner skeletal frame and the outer armor panels separately before final assembly to easily access hard-to-reach areas |
The Horus Heresy: Cerastus Knight Acheron
The Cerastus Knight Acheron is a terrifying weapon of terror and absolute destruction, deployed on the battlefields of the Horus Heresy to reap massed infantry and break enemy morale. Strikingly tall and exceptionally agile, this towering war machine combines relentless speed with overwhelming close-range firepower. Whether you want to dominate the gaming table or undertake an epic painting project, this kit offers a breathtaking centerpiece for your collection.
Cerastus Knight Acheron
- Devastating anti-infantry capability with the terrifying Acheron flame cannon
- Incredible battlefield mobility and speed provided by the sleek Cerastus chassis
- Highly poseable and imposing centerpiece model for collectors and painters
What You Can Build from the Box
This multi-part plastic kit contains all the components necessary to construct one towering warmarine.
| Model | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Cerastus Knight Acheron | 1× |
The Incinerator of Armies
Engineered to exterminate entrenched resistance, the Knight Acheron is a fearsome sight. Its primary weapon, the Acheron flame cannon, unleashes an unquenchable torrent of super-heated fire that melts both heavy armor and fortifications. Those fortunate enough to survive the inferno are quickly torn apart by the mechanical fury of the reaper chainfist, a blade capable of severing the limbs of enemy Titans and grinding tanks to scrap metal.
Adding to Your Forces
This model can be fielded in Knight Houses armies aligned with either the Loyalists or the Traitors during the grand conflicts of the Horus Heresy. It can also be brought to the battlefield as a powerful Lord of War ally for various Legiones Astartes or Mechanicum forces, providing versatile close-range shock power.
Why Choose the Knight Acheron
- Exceptional capability to automatically incinerate massed enemy infantry and ignore cover modifiers
- Highly detailed mechanical kit featuring intricate ammunition belts, internal pipes, and realistic pistons
- Versatile rules that allow it to be fielded across multiple factions and game systems, including Warhammer 40,000
Battlefield Performance
- Massed Infantry Formations: The flame cannon completely obliterates tightly packed enemy lines and heavily armored squads without needing complex positioning.
- Heavy Vehicles and Fortifications: In melee combat, the reaper chainfist deals catastrophic damage, effortlessly cutting through tank armor plates and defensive bunkers.
- Tactical Overview: While incredibly powerful at close range, the Knight Acheron must use its high movement characteristic to cross the open board quickly, avoiding long-range anti-tank batteries until it can unleash its burning fury.
What's in the Box
| Component | Description |
|---|---|
| Plastic components | High-quality sprues to build one fully articulated Cerastus Knight Acheron |
| Base included | 1× Citadel 170mm Oval Base suitable for large-scale models |
| Weapon loadout | Specific components for the Acheron flame cannon and reaper chainfist |
| Cosmetic upgrades | Optional parts for stylized head pieces and external armor trim variants |
| Transfer sheet | 1× Cerastus Knight transfer sheet containing various house heraldries and icons |
| Assembly guide | Step-by-step instruction booklet for a clear building process |
Recommended Citadel Color Palette
Basic palette for quick battle-ready painting and further detail expansion.
Primer
Chaos Black
Use: Provides a solid dark undercoat for shadows and the internal metallic structure
Main Model Colors
Leadbelcher
Use: Base color for the internal skeleton, gears, joints, and weapons
Retributor Armor
Use: Used for the rich gold trim on the large outer armor plates
Mephiston Red
Use: Ideal primary color for traditional, striking armor plate schemes
Abaddon Black
Use: For contrasting dark panels, weapon details, and weapon casing trims
Additional Details
Balthasar Gold
Use: Warm bronze accents on the heat vents, fuel lines, and piston joints
Runefang Steel
Use: Edge highlights for the chainfist teeth and high-wear silver areas
Evil Sunz Scarlet
Use: Used to highlight the edges of the red armor panels for depth
Yriel Yellow
Use: Perfect for painting dangerous warning stripes or weapon heat glow details
Shading
Nuln Oil
Use: Shading the silver metal chassis to add definition and realistic grease effects
Agrax Earthshade
Use: Applied over gold and bronze sections to create a weathered, battle-worn look
Highlights
Stormhost Silver
Use: Extreme highlights on the highest metallic points and rivets
Wild Rider Red
Use: Final bright highlights on the sharpest corners of the red panels
Assembly and Tools
Citadel Plastic Glue
Use: Required for melting and securing the heavy load-bearing components safely
Citadel Large Shade Brush
Use: Great for washing the massive metallic skeletal framework efficiently
Citadel Medium Base Brush
Use: Ideal for applying consistent, smooth base coats to the large armor panels
Strategic Advice for the Field
| Key Element | How It Works |
|---|---|
| Leverage Mobility | Use the impressive movement speed of the Cerastus hull to outflank opposition and secure center-board position. |
| Flame and Advance | Soften up defensive infantry targets with the flame cannon during movement before declaring charges. |
| Prioritize Melee | Commit the reaper chainfist to heavy armor or high-value monsters where its damage potential is fully utilized. |
| Screen Your Flanks | Keep smaller companion units nearby to prevent enemy screeners from bogging down your Knight in endless tar-pits. |
Frequently Asked Questions
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Can I use this model in standard games of Warhammer 40,000? | Yes, the Cerastus Knight Acheron has fully supported official rules for use in both Imperial Knights and Chaos Knights armies in Warhammer 40,000. |
| Is this kit beginner-friendly? | Due to its immense size and highly articulated joints, it is recommended for hobbyists with some experience in building larger model kits. |
| Can I build other Cerastus variants from this specific box? | No, this kit is specifically designed to build the weapon loadout for the Acheron variant (flame cannon and chainfist). |
| Do I need to glue the model into a fixed pose? | While the final assembly requires glue to stay stable on the table, the kit allows a huge range of posing choices during construction. |
What to Add Next
| What Next? | Why |
|---|---|
| Cerastus Knight Castigator | A fantastic companion knight that provides high-volume medium-range bolt fire to support the Acheron's close-range assault. |
| Armiger Warglaives | Smaller, agile squires that can run alongside the massive Cerastus Knight to capture objectives and secure flanks. |
Recommended Next Steps
| Related Step | Recommendation |
|---|---|
| The Horus Heresy - Rulebook | The primary rulebook required to experience deep narrative warfare in the age of darkness. |
| Liber Mechanicum | The essential army book containing the complete rules, profiles, and house traits for Knight armies. |
| Citadel Spray Stick | A perfect hobby tool to safely hold the large sub-assembly armor plates while priming them with spray cans. |
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Additional parameters
| Category: | Warhammer |
|---|---|
| Warranty: | 2 years |
| EAN: | 5011921202911 |
| Box: | Expert Kit |
| Game system: | Horus Heresy |
| HH Faction: | Mechanicum |
The Horus Heresy: knight houses - Cerastus Knight Acheron
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| Manufacturing company : | Games Workshop |
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