Warhammer 40000 Kasrkin: Painting and Tactics Guide

Quick Answer

To get the most from your Kasrkin, paint them with a disciplined Cadian scheme and deploy them as a precision strike unit, using their special weapons to target high-value enemy units.

Step-by-Step Painting and Tactics Process

1. Assemble with a Plan: Before gluing, decide on your squad's role. Choose special weapons accordingly—plasma for elite infantry, meltas for vehicles. Dry-fit parts to ensure poses work with your chosen weapons. Common mistake: gluing arms before checking how they align with the body, leading to awkward poses. Check that all parts fit together before applying glue.
2. Prime in a Neutral Color: Use a grey or black primer to establish shadows and keep the model flexible for any color scheme. A black primer makes recesses darker, while grey is more forgiving for lighter colors. Common mistake: using a colored primer that clashes with your main armor color. Choose primer based on your base color—dark primer for dark armor, light primer for bright schemes.
3. Paint the Armor in Layers: Apply a base coat of your chosen armor color (e.g., Castellan Green for classic Cadian). Then layer with a lighter shade on raised areas to create depth. Use a wash like Agrax Earthshade to define recesses. Common mistake: applying wash over large flat surfaces, causing blotches. Keep washes in the recesses; clean up any overflow with your base color.
4. Detail the Weapons and Gear: Paint weapons with metallic colors and add a contrasting color for the casing. Use a fine brush for the lenses and purity seals. Common mistake: rushing details and getting paint on adjacent areas—use a steady hand and touch up mistakes. Use a small brush and take your time; a clean mini looks better than a rushed one.
5. Apply Decals and Finishing Touches: Add squad markings or Cadian decals using micro sol/set for a smooth finish. Seal with a matte varnish to protect your work. Common mistake: forgetting to varnish, leading to paint chipping during handling. A coat of varnish extends the life of your paint job.
6. Deploy Kasrkin for Maximum Impact: In-game, keep them in reserve or a transport to deliver them where needed. Use their special weapons to target high-value units. Common mistake: using them as a frontline unit and losing them early—they are too valuable for that. Their elite status means they should be used for surgical strikes, not prolonged firefights.

Product Spotlight

• Warhammer 40000: Astra Militarum: Kasrkin: This kit contains 10 plastic miniatures for Warhammer 40,000 and includes a variety of special weapons to tailor them to your preferred enemy. You can build a versatile squad that fits your playstyle, whether you need anti-armor or anti-infantry firepower.