Warhammer Old World: Chaos Lord on Manticore
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| Battlefield Role | Unique Features | Difficulty | Player Tip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mobile commander, hard-hitting character, and major threat mounted on a flying monster | Armoured Chaos champion, bestial Manticore, broad wings, and an alternative sorcerous build | Intermediate – the large model has accessible surfaces but rewards careful assembly and detailed painting | Plan the rider and Manticore as separate colour zones so the metal armour remains clearly defined against fur, hide, and wings |
Warhammer Old World: Chaos Lord on Manticore
Chaos Lord on Manticore is a commanding centrepiece for Warriors of Chaos, combining the authority of an armoured champion with the speed and destructive presence of a winged predator. On the battlefield, it can support the army’s advance, threaten vulnerable targets, and redeploy where its power is needed most. For collectors and painters, it offers a striking project filled with armour, fur, hide, horns, wings, and sinister Chaos details.
Chaos Lord on Manticore
- A powerful flying commander able to threaten key areas of the battlefield
- A dramatic army centrepiece combining an armoured champion with a savage Manticore
- Can be assembled as either a Chaos Lord or a Chaos Sorcerer Lord on Manticore
What You Can Build from the Box
The kit builds one Manticore with a choice of two commander variants.
| Model | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Chaos Lord on Manticore | 1×;Chaos Sorcerer Lord on Manticore | 1× |
A champion of Chaos mounted upon a merciless beast
The rulers of Chaos command through strength, terror, and the favour of the Dark Gods. Chaos Lord on Manticore brings that image to the battlefield as a heavily armoured warrior leading from the back of a vast winged predator. The model forms a natural visual focus for the army while creating a strong contrast between the controlled construction of the rider’s armour and the untamed anatomy of the Manticore.
Supreme commander of a devastating warhost
Within a Warriors of Chaos army, this model serves as a prominent commander mounted on a large monster. It fits naturally into aggressive forces built around heavily armoured troops, swift cavalry, and other threats that aim to pressure the enemy early. Its flying movement allows it to respond to changing battlefield conditions more freely than a commander advancing on foot.
Why add a Chaos Lord on Manticore to your army
- High mobility helps the model change attack direction and threaten distant targets
- The large miniature provides a rich painting project with a wide variety of surfaces and textures
- Alternative assembly allows a choice between a martial commander and a sorcerous leader
Where a commander on Manticore can excel
- Light and mobile units: A fast flying model can hunt smaller support units, threaten flanks, and force opponents to protect the space behind their main battle line.
- Strong defensive formations: Against tightly packed and durable regiments, coordinate attacks with supporting units rather than committing the commander alone.
- Power that rewards careful timing: Chaos Lord on Manticore is most effective when it can exploit speed, freedom of movement, and pressure on a critical point. Its importance also makes it an obvious target, so attacks should be planned to avoid unnecessary isolation from the rest of the army.
What’s in the Box
| Component | Description |
|---|---|
| Main model | A plastic kit for building one Manticore with a Warriors of Chaos rider |
| Chaos Lord variant | An assembly option for a combat-focused commander and imposing army leader |
| Sorcerer Lord variant | An alternative build for players who want to emphasise the magical side of Chaos |
| Painting project | Large areas of armour, fur, wings, horns, and organic detail suited to varied painting techniques |
| Base | A suitable gaming base for completing the miniature and creating a scenic foundation |
| Supplied condition | The miniature is supplied unassembled and unpainted and requires standard hobby equipment |
Recommended colours for the Chaos Lord and Manticore
Basic palette for quick battle-ready painting and further detail expansion.
Primer
Chaos Black Spray
Use: A dark undercoat suited to metal armour, deep fur shadows, and dramatically toned wings
Main Model Colors
Abaddon Black
Use: A solid black base for armour, leather sections, and the rider’s darker surfaces
Leadbelcher
Use: A metallic base for armour plates, weapons, chains, and iron details
Dryad Bark
Use: A deep brown base for fur, leather straps, and organic shadows on the Manticore
Khorne Red
Use: A strong accent for cloth, Chaos markings, or the inner sections of the wings
Additional Details
Retributor Armour
Use: Gold decoration on the armour, symbols of authority, and ornate metallic details
Rakarth Flesh
Use: Horns, claws, teeth, and other pale organic areas of the Manticore
Screamer Pink
Use: The mouth, tongue, scars, and vivid organic details
Warpstone Glow
Use: Magical effects, eyes, or small details suggesting the influence of Chaos
Shading
Nuln Oil
Use: Deepens armour joints, metallic areas, and the darkest recesses of the model
Agrax Earthshade
Use: Suited to fur, hide, horns, and more natural-looking organic shadows
Highlights
Ironbreaker
Use: Highlights the edges of metal armour, weapons, and chains
Karak Stone
Use: Lightens fur, leather, horns, and dry organic surfaces
Assembly and Tools
Citadel Plastic Glue
Use: For securely bonding the plastic components of the Manticore, rider, and weapon options
Medium Base Brush
Use: For applying base colours to the larger areas of the wings, body, and armour
Small Layer Brush
Use: For controlled highlights on ornaments, facial details, horns, and smaller features
How to use a Chaos Lord on Manticore in battle
| Key Element | How It Works |
|---|---|
| Mobile commander | Use its speed and flying movement to shift between threatened areas and support important attacks. |
| Flank pressure | The threat of an attack from an unexpected direction can force the opponent to divide forces and protect vulnerable units. |
| Coordinated assault | It is most effective when attacking alongside cavalry, monsters, or heavy regiments that occupy the main battle line. |
| Protect the commander | Avoid exposing the model unnecessarily to concentrated shooting or isolated combats if its loss would weaken the wider army. |
Frequently Asked Questions
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Can the kit only be built as a Chaos Lord? | No. The kit also includes the option to build a Chaos Sorcerer Lord on Manticore, allowing you to choose a martial or magical commander. |
| Is the model suitable for a beginner? | Yes, for someone with basic experience assembling larger plastic miniatures; its size still rewards careful test fitting and gradual assembly. |
| Does the model work as the army’s main commander? | Yes. Its appearance, scale, and battlefield role make it a natural centrepiece and prominent command choice for Warriors of Chaos. |
| What do I need to complete the model? | You need plastic glue, clippers, a hobby knife or file, primer, brushes, and paints suited to your chosen colour scheme. |
What to Add Next
| What Next? | Why |
|---|---|
| Chaos Knights | Fast, heavily armoured cavalry can keep pace with the flying commander and support its attack on a selected part of the battlefield. |
| Chaos Warriors | Durable regiments form a reliable army core while the commander on Manticore operates on the flanks and searches for a decisive attack. |
Recommended Next Steps
| Related Step | Recommendation |
|---|---|
| Choose the variant | Decide between the Chaos Lord and Sorcerer Lord before assembly according to the intended focus of your army. |
| Plan the painting process | Paint the rider and Manticore separately if you want easier access to the armour, saddle, and upper body of the monster. |
| Finish the base | Add rocks, broken weapons, or snow to reinforce the story of a devastating invasion from the north. |
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Additional parameters
| Category: | Warriors of Chaos |
|---|---|
| Warranty: | 2 years |
| EAN: | 5011921206667 |
Chaos Lord on Manticore
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