Tyranids

Tyranids are an endless alien swarm made up of living weapons, predatory creatures and towering bio-engineered monsters. Their collection ranges from large broods of smaller organisms to imposing beasts that can dominate a display. They are a great choice if you enjoy organic shapes, varied creature designs and a painting scheme that can be repeated across an entire hive fleet.

The Combat Patrol: Tyranid Assault Brood provides a substantial starting point. You can expand with fast-moving Tyranid Hormagaunts, specialist organisms such as Barbgaunts and Biovores, or distinctive characters including Deathleaper. The collection also includes Raveners, larger monsters and boxed Tyranid swarms.

The Tyranids Codex provides their background, rules and army-building information. You can also explore the secretive Genestealer Cults or compare every alien faction in Xenos Armies. Our guide to choosing a Warhammer 40K army will help if you are considering your first hive fleet.