Games Workshop Reveals 2026 Store Anniversary Miniatures for Collectors

Games Workshop unveiled the pair of anniversary miniatures that clubs, painters, and collectors will chase early next year. The Warhammer 40,000 release is an Aeldari Autarch titled Path of Command, presented as a commander-style figure with back banners, a star glaive and a dragon fusion pistol, suitable either as an Autarch or a leader for Aspect Warriors. The Warhammer Age of Sigmar offering is Korthrain, the Crimson Blade, a Soulblight Gravelords Vampire Lord in ornate armour with a flowing cloak.

Both miniatures were announced on January 6, 2026, and are scheduled to be distributed through Warhammer store anniversary promotions starting in February 2026. Availability is limited to a nine-day window at participating stores, which means local stock will vary and demand may outstrip supply. Use the Warhammer Store Finder to confirm which stores will carry the figures and to check exact dates and opening times.

The sculpts emphasize character and display potential. Path of Command combines ceremonial elements and battlefield panache: back banners that create a vertical focal point, a star glaive for dynamic posing, and a compact dragon fusion pistol that adds a fine detail for armoured highlights. Korthrain leans into gothic and aristocratic vampire aesthetics, with heavy ornamentation on plate and a dramatic cloak that will read well on a display base and invites layered shading techniques.

Practical value for hobbyists is immediate. For painters, the Autarch lends itself to crisp, high-contrast Aeldari schemes that play off fine lines and metallic accents on weapons and banners. Korthrain is an ideal canvas for deep crimson robes, pale skin tones with subtle glazing, and layered metallics and weathering on armour to convey age and nobility. Both sculpts will slot into existing armies: the Autarch as a leader for Aspect Warriors or a character piece in a collection, and Korthrain as a centerpiece for Soulblight Gravelords detachments or as a display commander.

Community impact comes down to access and conversation. Limited windows mean planning store visits or coordinating with local groups for pickups. Share images of your builds, discuss paint approaches at club nights, and coordinate trades or swaps if you miss your local window. Weigh in on which miniature you prefer and how you plan to paint or field it; these releases promise to spark a lot of hobby creativity in the weeks ahead.