The Armageddon Launch Box for Warhammer 40,000 really is a throwback and the latest reveal is showcasing the updated Gretchin coming soon.
Games Workshop is starting a new countdown this week with the start of “Grot Week” commencing. I’m not really sure what GW has planned here but it’s certainly going to be be Ork themed.
While Orks may see Grots as little more than disposable cannon fodder, to a human, a Gretchin is a mean, nasty, scary creature. The blastas they’re armed with may look pitiful compared to the bolt rifles of Space Marines, but Grots are surprisingly good shots, and in big enough numbers can cause some serious mischief.
Grot Week – Day 1
Again, I’m not entirely sure what all we can expect from Grot Week. If it’s another 4 Grot Reveals that are just different poses, well, that’s going to be a little disappointing. And honestly I think that’s going to be part of this reveal:
“Yes, we’ll have another Gretchin to show you each day this week!”
I have a funny feeling that we’ll be seeing progressively more interesting Grot-related releases though. I would be awesome if they capped it off with a Killa Kan or something equally Groty. But I suppose only GW knows.
I know it’s not Grotmas time, but I bet Da Red Gobbo knows!
They did make this handy graphic so we can at least “play along” with the theme. It’s kind of like collecting stamps.
In any case, if you’re an Ork player (or soon to be one) you’re going to have plenty to look forward to. The new Weirdboy for one thing. I’m curious to see what else is going to be in the box for sure.
If the old school box is any indication and if GW is looking for even more throwbacks, we DO know what was in that box…
We could be in a world of Grots when it comes out in June! There were 40 in the original 2nd edition box. I definitely think that’s something GW could still make happen with the 11th edition box. I guess we’ll find out more at the end of this week though!
Gretchin Swarm incoming!
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