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The Horus Heresy: Legio Custodes - Custodian Guard Sodality
The Custodian Guard represent the absolute pinnacle of martial skill and living symbols of the Emperor's authority. Clad in ornate armour and armed with iconic Guardian Spears, they dominate the battlefield, securing crucial objectives and crushing any foe.
Faction
Legio Custodes
Unit type
Pěchota
Who it is for
Players and collectors of Legio Custodes in The Horus Heresy and Adeptus Custodes in Warhammer 40,000.
Playstyle
Defensive-offensive elite focused on direct confrontation and holding key objectives.
Custodian Guard Sodality
What you need to know before assembly
This multipart plastic kit contains a total of 128 components, allowing you to build six miniatures supplied with 40mm round bases. The set offers rich customisation options including 23 interchangeable heads (12 helmeted and 11 bare) and 6 plumes, while one warrior can optionally carry a Vexilla banner. A clear assembly guide is included. These miniatures are supplied unpainted and require assembly; we recommend using plastic glue and Citadel tools.
Auramite armour and detailed craftsmanshipEach model features rich sculpted iconography and ornate filigree.
6 elite Custodian Guard miniatures
Suitable for both The Horus Heresy and Warhammer 40,000
High customisation with interchangeable heads and plumes
Practical overview
Product Classification
This product belongs to The Horus Heresy game system and the Legio Custodes faction, with eligibility for use in Adeptus Custodes armies.
Battlefield roleElite shock infantry and objective guardians
Unique featuresUnique auramite armour, Guardian Spears combination weapons, and extensive customisation options thanks to 23 heads.
DifficultyMedium (suitable for beginners and advanced modellers alike)
Player tipWhen painting, start with a gold spray undercoat, which will save you a considerable amount of time when painting the armour surfaces.
Build options
Assembly Options
This kit allows you to build six Custodian Guard miniatures with extensive customisation options for weaponry and appearance.
Main buildCustodian Guard (quantity: 6)
What the set offers
Key Set Features
Six finely detailed elite bodyguard miniatures
High customisation with 23 interchangeable heads and 6 plumes
Optional banner bearer build using a Vexilla
Official compatibility for The Horus Heresy and Warhammer 40,000
Exactly what is included
Box Contents and Specifications
Component
Description
Plastic Components
128 plastic components for building miniatures
Miniatures
6 Custodian Guard miniatures
Bases
6 Citadel 40mm Round Bases
Heads and Accessories
23 interchangeable heads (12 helmeted and 11 bare) and 6 plumes
Banner
Option to build one Vexilla
Guide
1 construction guide
Recommended palette
Painting and Preparation Recommendations
Choose a recommended paint brand.
Recommended Citadel Colour paint palette.
Primer
Retributor Armour Spray
Use: Base coat spray for the gold armour of the Custodian Guard.
Main model colours
Retributor Armour
Use: Base gold coat for armour and iconography.
Khorne Red
Use: Base red colour for plumes, cloaks, and fabrics.
Leadbelcher
Use: Metallic parts of Guardian Spears weapons and armour joints.
Abaddon Black
Use: Black details on weapon handles and holsters.
Additional details
Balthasar Gold
Use: Bronze and copper details of armour trim.
Kantor Blue
Use: Blue power effects on Guardian Spears blades and gems.
Rakarth Flesh
Use: Base skin tone for bare heads.
Shading
Reikland Fleshshade
Use: Warm brown shading for gold armour to add depth.
Nuln Oil
Use: Shading for silver metals, recesses, and black details.
Highlights
Auric Armour Gold
Use: Bright gold highlight for edges of gold armour.
Evil Sunz Scarlet
Use: Bright red edge highlight for red plumes and fabrics.
Assembly and tools
Warhammer Colour Plastic Glue
Use: Bonding plastic components of the model.
Citadel Shade Brush
Use: Applying washes to larger armour surfaces.
Citadel Small Detail Brush
Use: Painting fine details, gems, and edge highlights.
Recommended AMMO ATOM paint palette.
Primer
One Shot Primer Gold
Use: Base gold spray/airbrush coat for Custodian Guard armour.
Main model colours
ATOM 20140 Gold
Use: Base gold colour for armour and trim.
ATOM 20006 Crimson Red
Use: Base red colour for plumes and cloaks.
ATOM 20142 Gun Metal
Use: Metallic weapon blades and mechanical parts.
ATOM 20001 Matt Black
Use: Matt black for handles and textured details.
Additional details
ATOM 20141 Bronze
Use: Bronze elements and trims on armour.
ATOM 20042 Deep Blue
Use: Blue details on blades and power gems.
ATOM 20021 Basic Skin
Use: Base skin colour for bare faces.
Shading
A.MIG-0853 SHADER Grime
Use: Recommended warm tone shading for gold armour recesses.
A.MIG-0851 SHADER Ash Black
Use: Recommended dark shading for silver metals and panels.
Highlights
ATOM 20144 Polished Metal
Use: Bright metallic highlight for edge highlighting gold and silver surfaces.
ATOM 20005 Bright Red
Use: Bright red highlight for plume edges.
Assembly and tools
AMMO Extra Thin Cement
Use: Precise bonding of plastic kit components.
AMMO Synthetic Round Brush Size 2
Use: Applying base coats to model surfaces.
AMMO Precision Detail Brush Size 0
Use: Precise detail painting and edge highlighting.
Practical recommendations
Tactical Application on the Battlefield
Battlefield RoleActs as elite infantry designed to capture and hold key objectives under heavy enemy pressure.
Offensive PowerArmed with Guardian Spears, they effectively combine ranged firepower with devastating melee capability.
Support CapabilitiesEquipping one model with a Vexilla banner supports the unit and enhances its presence on the battlefield.
Resilience and SurvivalClad in heavy auramite armour, they provide a highly durable element capable of enduring concentrated fire.
Vexilla bearer optionOne warrior can replace their Guardian Spear with a sacred Vexilla banner.
Extensive aesthetic optionsA wide variety of helmeted and bare head options allows you to create a unique squad.
Frequently asked questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Can these models be used in both Warhammer 40,000 and The Horus Heresy?Yes, this kit is fully compatible and officially designed for use in both Warhammer: The Horus Heresy (Legio Custodes) and Warhammer 40,000 (Adeptus Custodes).
Can a Vexilla (banner) be built from this kit?Yes, one of the six Custodian Guards can optionally replace their Guardian Spear with a Vexilla banner.
Does the box include bases for all models?Yes, the box includes exactly 6 Citadel 40mm Round Bases.
Are the miniatures supplied pre-painted or assembled?The models are supplied unpainted and require assembly from plastic sprues. Plastic glue and modelling tools will be required.
Next step
Next Steps
Expanding Your ArmyTo reinforce your Legio Custodes force, consider adding further specialised units or heavy support assets.
Modelling equipmentFor proper assembly and cleaning of components, we recommend using plastic glue and fine detail cutters from the Citadel Tools range.
Recommended additions
Recommended additions
Plastic glueAn essential tool for securely bonding the plastic components of the kit.
Primer sprayApplying a primer spray (e.g. in Retributor Armour) facilitates the subsequent painting of the armour.
Brushes and paintsWe recommend using matching shades of acrylic paints for the gilded armour and red details.
Story and setting
Setting in the dark future and the age of heroes
This unit is suitable for deployment in the dramatic battles of the Horus Heresy civil war as well as the dark age of Warhammer 40,000. They were created to safeguard the very heart of the Imperium during humanity's greatest trials.
Personal bodyguards of the Golden Throne
The Custodian Guard are living symbols of the Emperor's authority. Engineered to surpass even Space Marines in strength, speed, and resilience, they stand as unrivalled guardians of the Golden Throne.
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