Kings of War May Pre-Orders: Ogres and Forces of the Abyss

Last week, we unveiled the next chapter in the unfolding Kings of War saga – with the Fracture expansion book launching at the end of June, and new miniature releases rolling out across May, June and July. Today, a collection of pre-orders go live that begin to pave the way for the arrival of Fracture. The Ogres and Forces of the Abyss take centre stage, with each faction receiving a beautiful new hero miniature.

We've also got some fantastic new bundle deals in place to help you build your army ready for the summer campaign that's coming in August - make sure you read to the end of the article for those!

In the coming weeks, we'll have more blog posts shining a spotlight on these two popular factions, but for now, let's take a look at the new pre-orders and bundles!

The Ogres - Built For War

The Ogres of Pannithor are wandering tribes, mercenary warbands and hard-hitting hired muscle, famed as much for their blunt practicality as their immense strength. They will fight for almost anyone with enough coin, and their captains are prized across the world for their reliability, battlefield instinct and sheer destructive power.

With the Xirkaali invasion incoming, the services of the Ogres have been in high demand – for example, at Haelthorn, where they've been fighting alongside the Salamanders. Now, however, they are being pulled into something bigger and more deadly than just another contract. Their ancestral lands are under pressure, old debts are resurfacing, and the Green Lady has come calling. Ogres don’t like being told what to do – but when the future of the Mammoth Steppe is at stake, even they may have to choose a side.

Ogre Sergeant

A brand-new miniature joins the Ogre ranks with the arrival of the Ogre Sergeant. Once selected at the annual ogre ‘Thing’, these warriors are honed through brutal training into disciplined, hard-hitting leaders. The strongest and most capable rise to become Sergeants, leading their fellow mercenaries into battle across Pannithor.

On the tabletop, the Ogre Sergeant is a versatile and dependable Champion choice, providing punching power and leadership in one compact package.

Ogre Heroes Pack

The Ogre Heroes set brings together four powerful leaders to command your force, including the brand-new Ogre Sergeant miniature. Ogres rise through strength and battlefield prowess, and this set reflects that with a range of roles to suit different playstyles. The Sergeant offers a versatile and dependable Champion option, the Boomer Sergeant excels at delivering devastating short-range firepower, and the Berserker Bully trades defence for a flurry of brutal attacks in combat. Leading them all is the Warlord, a formidable choice who combines strong offence, durability and commanding presence.

Goblin Battlegroup

Goblins are frequently pressed into service by Ogre Sergeants, and marked with red clothing or warpaint as a sign of ownership. These 'Red Goblins', as they are known, display an unusual loyalty and discipline, proudly wearing their colours and serving their hulking masters on the battlefield. An interesting change for the upcoming Ogre army list is that Red Goblin units are now a mixed arms unit similar to the Therennian Sea Guard of the Elves (a shorter, less elite version, of course!). With both the Phalanx special rule and a ranged attack, they're able to hold a defensive position while also peppering their foes with arrows.

Forces of the Abyss - Hell Unleashed

The Abyss is the great hell-scar torn into Pannithor itself, a prison for the Wicked Ones and the source of their infernal legions. From its depths march the Forces of the Abyss: cackling demons, damned souls and monstrous fiends driven by cruelty, corruption and endless war.

Now, as Pannithor reels from invasion and divine upheaval, the Abyss surges once more. With Basilea divided by faith and the world distracted by the Xirkaali invasion, the infernal legions see their chance to bring ruin to the world above.

Teynne the Usurper

Teynne the Usurper is a brand-new character for Kings of War, arriving from the pages of the Sacred Ark series of novels with a striking new miniature and taking his place as a unique Warlord choice in the Forces of the Abyss army list. A cruel and ambitious entity who has carved a bloody path across Pannithor, Teynne brings a potent mix of manoeuvrability, melee power and spellcasting to the tabletop, making him a flexible and dangerous centrepiece for your force. We’ll be taking a closer look at Teynne in an upcoming blog, so stay tuned for more.

Forces of the Abyss Battalion

From the shattered, soot-stained reaches of the Abyss, demonic legions spill forth to bring ruin to Pannithor. These incursions are mercifully rare - but when they come, they arrive in relentless waves, leaving devastation in their wake.

The Forces of the Abyss Battalion lets you bring that threat to the tabletop. Including a mix of Core, Specialist and Support units, led by the brand-new Warlord, Teynne the Usurper, it provides a well-rounded force of more than 1000 points straight out of the box. The Battalion is the perfect first building block for a new Forces of the Abyss army, and also works as a great-value way to expand an existing force.

Forces of the Abyss Infernal Battlegroup

Summoned from the depths of the Abyss, the massed ranks of Lower Abyssals and the slithering Nagarri bring a terrifying mix of resilience and lethality to the battlefield. Lower Abyssals and Flamebearers form the core of the demonic legions, while the cursed Nagarri are thought to be former Archfiends that fell foul of the Wicked Ones - their snake-like form being an outward sign of their treacherous nature.

The Forces of the Abyss Infernal Battlegroup is a great way to reinforce your army, and makes the perfect next step after the Forces of the Abyss Battalion. Packed with hard plastic miniatures including the vicious Nagarri and devious Lower Abyssals/Flamebearers, this set is ready to bring some fiery fury to your tabletop.

New Ogre and Abyssal Army Deals

For the budding Abyssal Archfiends and Ogre Warlords out there, we've got some great new deals in place to help you get started on your journey.

Ogre Warhost Bundle

In this online-only ‘Warhost Bundle’, an Ogre Warlord and Arokamorra lead a huge mercenary army from the Mammoth Steppe into foreign lands for gold and glory! Featuring a one-click army of well over 2,000 points worth of units – including two large centrepiece models – this bundle is an instant collection, a fantastic hobby project, and an incredible way to dive into Kings of War 4th Edition.

It ALSO includes everything you need to play Arokamorra and her Company of trusted warriors in Kings of War Champions (full ruleset now on the Mantic Companion or available physically here). One bundle gets you ready for TWO fantasy wargames – one for spectacular mass battles and the other for fast, company-level, hero-led combat.

Ogre Starter Bundle

In this online-only ‘Starter Bundle’, a mighty Ogre champion leads two regiments of fierce mercenaries into battle for gold and glory! When building an Ogre army for Kings of War, you’ll always need a Commander and two Core selections to build the rest of your forces around. This bundle is the perfect starting point!

Forces of the Abyss Warhost Bundle

In this online-only ‘Warhost Bundle’, the Lord of Lies and the Bloody Cardinal lead a devastating tide of demonic creatures from the depths of the Abyss to wreak havoc on the surface.

Featuring a one-click army of well over 2,000 points worth of units – including two large centrepiece models – this bundle is an instant collection, a fantastic hobby project, and an incredible way to dive into Kings of War 4th Edition.

It ALSO includes everything you need to play The Bloody Cardinal and his Company of trusted warriors in Kings of War Champions (full ruleset now on the Mantic Companion or available physically here). One bundle gets you ready for TWO fantasy wargames – one for spectacular mass battles and the other for fast, company-level, hero-led combat.

Forces of the Abyss Starter Bundle

In this online-only ‘Starter Bundle’, a hideous Despoiler commands two regiments of abyssal demons into battle! When building a Forces of the Abyss army for Kings of War, you’ll need a Commander and two Core selections to build the rest of your forces around. This bundle is the perfect starting point!