Games Workshop Unveils New Plastic Miniatures for Ripper Bolgrot and Fungus the Loon
Games Workshop has announced new plastic miniatures for two iconic Blood Bowl characters: Ripper Bolgrot and Fungus the Loon. Ripper Bolgrot, a troll who gained intelligence through 'sports therapy,' features a 'Thinking Man's Troll' ability allowing a single dice re-roll per half. Fungus the Loon, a Night Goblin Fanatic, possesses the 'Whirling Dervish' ability, letting him re-roll movement direction once per activation. Both figures are part of the upcoming Night Goblins team release and will be available for pre-order soon.
Key points
- New plastic miniatures for Ripper Bolgrot and Fungus the Loon have been revealed.
- Ripper Bolgrot's 'Thinking Man's Troll' ability allows one dice re-roll per half, excluding Armour, Injury, or Casualty rolls.
- Fungus the Loon's 'Whirling Dervish' ability permits one re-roll of the D6 for movement direction per activation.
- The releases coincide with the launch of the new Night Goblins team.
- Pre-orders for both miniatures will open shortly.
Background
Blood Bowl is a popular tabletop game by Games Workshop that combines fantasy football with the Warhammer universe. Previous updates in 2026 included a retrospective on Morg 'n' Thorg and designer notes on Blood Bowl Sevens. The Night Goblins team was previewed in September 2026, setting the stage for these new character releases.
Why it matters
The release of new plastic miniatures for long-standing characters like Ripper Bolgrot and Fungus the Loon expands the Blood Bowl lineup and provides players with updated options for their Night Goblin teams. The specific abilities introduced for these figures offer new strategic layers to the game, enhancing gameplay for fans of the franchise.
What to watch
Pre-orders for the Ripper Bolgrot and Fungus the Loon miniatures will open soon. Players should monitor Warhammer Community for official release dates and pricing details.
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