Khazalite Holds Army Set and First Pre-Painted 40k Terrain Hit Pre-Orders

Key points

• The Khazalite Holds Army Set includes hero Hjulda Drakkblud, 10 Clanshields, three Gholems of Gazul, and an Oathkeeper Cannon.
• The set contains a unique cover for the Khazalite Holds Battletome and 53 warscroll cards, forming a complete Drakkblud’s Clanguard Spearhead.
• Battlefields: Armageddon is the first ready-painted plastic terrain set for Warhammer 40,000, featuring push-fit pieces that require no glue or paint.
• The terrain kit includes eight Large and eight Small Manufactorum Ruins, along with Shock Arrays, Capacitor Stacks, and other modular pieces.
• Pre-orders for both items open next week, with limited stock available for the Army Set and the terrain kit.

Background

The Khazalite Holds were first revealed in September 2026 as a new duardin faction for Warhammer Age of Sigmar. Recent updates confirmed that the Fyreslayers faction is being integrated into this new battletome, shifting the focus toward elite assault units. This pre-order release follows the Big Autumn Preview, which introduced the core lore and rules for the faction.

How outlets are covering it

Warhammer Community emphasizes the narrative and mechanical completeness of the Khazalite Holds Army Set, highlighting its ability to play immediately as a full spearhead. Wargamer focuses on the aesthetic appeal of the new sculpts, noting their resemblance to classic Warhammer Fantasy dwarf designs while maintaining modern Age of Sigmar detail. Both outlets agree that the Battlefields: Armageddon terrain set is a significant departure for Games Workshop, offering a convenient, pre-painted option for 40k players. Wargamer specifically notes that the terrain set is designed to accommodate any mission from the Chapter Approved 2026-27 Mission Deck.

Why it matters

The release of the Khazalite Holds Army Set expands the Age of Sigmar range with a new faction that integrates existing Fyreslayers units. The introduction of ready-painted terrain for Warhammer 40,000 lowers the barrier to entry for new players by eliminating the need for painting and gluing, potentially broadening the hobby's accessibility.

What to watch

Pre-orders for the Khazalite Holds Army Set, Battlefields: Armageddon, and the Oath Fulfilled Warhammer Day miniature open next week. A new Black Library novel, Shadow of the Silver Wolf, is also available for pre-order. Warhammer TV will release the first episode of the Arkanaut animation series on Friday.