Fire Support from the Hive Mind
Few things unsettle an opponent like a line of Hive Guard opening fire from across the table. These hulking bio-constructs are the Tyranid swarm's dedicated heavy fire support — armoured shock troopers synaptically bonded to their Impaler Cannons or Shockcannon weapons, capable of targeting enemies their own eyes cannot see. On the battlefield they anchor the Tyranid shooting game, punishing armoured targets and pinning units behind cover while the swarm closes in. Finishing a squad of three and watching them take their place behind your front lines is one of the more satisfying moments in the hobby.
What's in the Box
This kit builds three Hive Guard — substantial, heavily armoured Tyranid creatures that form a core heavy support choice for the swarm. The multi-part plastic kit gives you the option to build each model as a Hive Guard armed with Impaler Cannons or to equip them as Tyrant Guard, making this a flexible kit with genuine loadout choices to suit your list-building needs. Models are multi-part construction, meaning assembly requires plastic glue and hobby clippers — the level of detail and posability rewards the effort. Round bases are included. The kit is produced in grey plastic at Warhammer's standard 28mm heroic scale.
Who Should Pick This Up
Tyranid collectors building toward a competitive or narrative list will find Hive Guard an essential addition — they fill a role the swarm genuinely needs, and three models is the right starting number. Experienced hobbyists will appreciate the organic armour plating and alien musculature as a solid painting project, with plenty of surface texture to reward shading and drybrushing techniques. This is not a beginner kit — multi-part construction assumes access to plastic glue, clippers, and some assembly experience. That said, an enthusiastic newcomer with the right tools will find the build straightforward and deeply rewarding. Gift buyers should note that paints and glue are sold separately.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Games Workshop |
| Game System | Warhammer 40,000 |
| Faction | Tyranids |
| Unit Name | Hive Guard / Tyrant Guard |
| Model Count | 3 |
| Scale | 28mm Heroic |
| Material | Plastic |
| Assembly | Multi-Part (plastic glue required) |
| Bases Included | Yes |
| Paint & Glue | Not included (sold separately) |
