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The Horus Heresy: Legio Custodes - Telemon Heavy Dreadnought
This imposing walking machine brings masterclass protective technology paired with the supreme Custodes weapon arsenal. The precise plastic kit offers extensive customisation options for appearance and battle configuration.
Faction
Legio Custodes
Unit type
Heavy Dreadnought
Who it is for
For players and collectors of Legio Custodes armies in The Horus Heresy and Adeptus Custodes in Warhammer 40,000.
Playstyle
Defensive and offensive heavy support with high durability and flexible weaponry.
The Horus Heresy: Legio Custodes - Telemon Heavy Dreadnought
Essential Information Before Assembly
The box contains 148 plastic components to build 1 detailed Telemon Heavy Dreadnought war machine model. The set also includes 1 Citadel 100mm Round Base and a transfer sheet with 165 high-quality waterslide transfers featuring Custodes symbols and great battle inscriptions. The model offers a high degree of customisation thanks to poseable legs, elbows, and Caestus Fist fingers. You can choose from 2 waist armour designs, 2 helmet bases, and 3 helmet crowns.
Precise Plastic CraftsmanshipA detailed plastic kit consisting of 148 components.
Dominant force for Legio and Adeptus Custodes
Vast posing options for legs, elbows, and fingers
Extensive selection of heavy weapons and armour
Practical overview
Product Classification
The model is designed for Legio Custodes armies in The Horus Heresy and Adeptus Custodes armies in Warhammer 40,000.
Battlefield roleHeavy Dreadnought
Unique featuresPoseable joints, interchangeable heavy weapons, and a choice of multiple helmet and waist designs.
DifficultyIntermediate (148 plastic parts with multiple posing options).
Player tipCarefully consider your preferred firepower configuration before gluing the fists and weapons.
Build options
Assembly Options
The kit allows the assembly of one Telemon Heavy Dreadnought model with various optional weapons and posing choices.
Main buildThe Horus Heresy: Legio Custodes - Telemon Heavy Dreadnought (quantity: 1)
What the set offers
Key Benefits
High level of detail and plastic construction
Choice of various heavy weapon types
Poseable joints for custom positioning
Includes a high-quality waterslide transfer sheet
Exactly what is included
Box Contents
Component
Description
Plastic Components
148 plastic parts
Base
1x Citadel 100mm Round Base
Transfer Sheet
1× Legio Custodes Dreadnought transfer sheet (165 transfers)
Guide
1x construction guide
Material
The model is manufactured from high-grade plastic.
Condition
Unassembled and unpainted kit
Recommended palette
Painting Recommendations
Choose a recommended paint brand.
Recommended Citadel Colour paint palette.
Primer
Retributor Armour Spray
Use: Basecoat spray for Legio Custodes gold armour
Main model colours
Retributor Armour
Use: Base gold paint for touching up and tidying armour surfaces
Leadbelcher
Use: Metallic mechanical parts, joints, and weapons
Mephiston Red
Use: Red details, heraldry, and cloaks
Abaddon Black
Use: Black weapon parts, cabling, and base
Additional details
Balthasar Gold
Use: Copper and bronze decorative details
Corax White
Use: Light details, insignia, and basecoat for effects
Temple Guard Blue
Use: Energy effects on weapons and gems
Shading
Reikland Fleshshade
Use: Shading gold armour for a warm, deep tone
Nuln Oil
Use: Shading silver metals and weapon panels
Highlights
Auric Armour Gold
Use: Edge highlighting for gold armour
Stormhost Silver
Use: Highlighting the sharpest edges of metal and gold
Assembly and tools
Warhammer Colour Plastic Glue
Use: Gluing the dreadnought's plastic components
Citadel Shade Brush
Use: Applying washes and shading large areas
Citadel Layer Brush
Use: Painting details and edge highlights
Recommended AMMO ATOM paint palette.
Primer
Titan Grey One-Shot Primer
Use: Base coat brush-on/spray primer for the whole model
Main model colours
ATOM 20141 Gold
Use: Main gold paint for Legio Custodes armour
ATOM 20138 Gun Metal
Use: Metallic mechanical structural parts and weapons
ATOM 20002 Crimson
Use: Red plates, heraldic elements, and details
ATOM 20000 Matt Black
Use: Black weapon parts, cabling, and base
Additional details
ATOM 20140 Bronze
Use: Bronze and copper decorative details
ATOM 20001 Matt White
Use: Light details, insignia, and basecoat for glowing effects
ATOM 20023 Bright Green
Use: Details on energy lenses and optics
Shading
AMMO SHADERS Earth
Use: Shading gold armour to deepen recesses
AMMO SHADERS Grime
Use: Shading silver metal parts and mechanics
Highlights
ATOM 20142 Brass
Use: Highlighting edges and lighter areas of gold armour
ATOM 20139 Silver
Use: Highlighting the sharpest metallic edges
Assembly and tools
AMMO Extra Thin Cement
Use: Gluing plastic model parts
AMMO Synthetic Round Brush Size 2
Use: Applying base colors and shading
AMMO Precision Detail Brush Size 0
Use: Detail work and edge highlighting
Practical recommendations
Tactical Role on the Battlefield
Unit RoleRepresents a massive heavy support unit designed to eliminate key targets and hold positions.
Ranged FirepowerThe shoulder-mounted Spiculus launcher combined with an optional heavy weapon provides heavy fire support.
Close CombatDual Caestus Fists with neutronium cascade projectors dominate in short-range melee combat.
DurabilityAdvanced protective technologies ensure high survivability under heavy enemy fire.
High Visual VariabilityThe set includes various helmet crown variants and waist armour designs.
Dynamic PosingThe leg joints, elbows, and individual fist fingers can be easily posed.
Frequently asked questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Can this model be used in both Warhammer 40,000 and The Horus Heresy?Yes, the kit is fully designed for Legio Custodes armies in The Horus Heresy and Adeptus Custodes in 40K.
Are the weapon components interchangeable?Yes, one of the Caestus Fists can be replaced with an Iliastus accelerator culverin, high-damage adrathic desolator, or arachnus storm cannon.
Are a base and transfers included in the box?The box contains a 100mm round base and a transfer sheet with 165 Legio Custodes waterslides.
Is the model supplied assembled and painted?No, the kit requires plastic glue, modelling tools, and paints for assembly and painting.
Next step
What We Recommend Next for This Model
Modelling EquipmentCitadel Super Fine Detail Cutters and Warhammer Colour Plastic Glue are recommended for assembly.
Paint PaletteRetributor Armour Spray basecoat will make painting the iconic Custodes armour easier.
Recommended additions
Recommended Army Expansion
Infantry CoreComplement the heavy dreadnought with core Custodian Guard or Custodian Wardens units.
Army LeaderInclude a Shield-Captain in your list to directly command units in battle.
Further SupportCombine the heavy firepower of the Telemon with fast jetbike units or Terminators.
Story and setting
The Horus Heresy & Warhammer 40,000
The Legio Custodes represent the Emperor's elite guardians, deploying their most powerful combat assets in the epochal conflict of The Horus Heresy. These same legendary war machines serve within the ranks of the Adeptus Custodes in the grim darkness of the 41st millennium in Warhammer 40,000.
The Honour of Telemon Interment
Telemon Dreadnoughts are each intended to stand sentinel over their charges, no matter the forces brought against them. With fewer than a handful remaining, the honour of interment in a Telemon sarcophagus is awarded to only the most celebrated warriors.
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