Games Workshop Unveils Versatile Skeleton Horsemen for Warhammer: The Old World
Games Workshop has announced a new multipart plastic kit for Warhammer: The Old World featuring 10 Skeleton Horsemen. The release, part of the Ravening Hordes update, allows players to build either cavalry or archer variants with customizable heads and weapons. These units are designed for skirmishing roles, targeting enemy flanks and support units while heavier forces engage in the center.
Key points
- The new kit contains 10 miniatures that can be assembled as Skeleton Horsemen or Skeleton Horse Archers.
- Horsemen can be equipped with cavalry spears or swords, and the kit includes interchangeable heads for customization.
- The 10 models can be deployed as a single unit or split into two groups of five, each capable of forming a full command section with a champion, musician, and banner bearer.
- Tactically, these units are intended for skirmishing, using speed to sweep flanks and target war engine teams and vulnerable support units.
- The miniatures are part of the Warhammer: The Old World – Ravening Hordes rules update.
Background
This release follows a series of Tomb Kings updates for Warhammer: The Old World, including a September 2026 preview of new Tomb Kings and the introduction of Battle March boxes in July 2026. The Skeleton Horsemen expand the Khemri faction's options, complementing existing shielded warriors and archers. No unrelated background from the archive is relevant to this gaming news.
Why it matters
The addition of Skeleton Horsemen provides Tomb Kings players with a flexible, fast-moving unit that can disrupt enemy formations and protect key assets. The ability to build both cavalry and archer variants from a single kit offers tactical variety and customization, enhancing the strategic depth of the Khemri army in Warhammer: The Old World.
What to watch
Players should look for the Warhammer: The Old World – Ravening Hordes rules update to incorporate the new Skeleton Horsemen into their games. Further details on pricing and release dates may be announced by Games Workshop in the coming weeks.
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