Review: Disciples of Tzeentch Fatemaster & Argent Shards

Change doesn’t stop at the Disciples of Tzeentch model range either. We’re taking a close look at the enigmatic Fatemaster, a charismatic sorcerer-leader, and the mysterious Argent Shards, floating terrain pieces brimming with the magic of change. In this review, we unbox both kits and examine their sculpts and build options.

The new Disciples of Tzeentch releases will be available for pre-order starting Saturday, 7 February 2026. The pre-order period lasts two weeks, with the official release date set for 21 February 2026.

In addition to the Fatemaster, the Argent Shards, and the revised battletome, there will also be various bundle boxes with existing models: Spearhead: Tzaangor Warflock, Battleforce: Warpflame Cavalcade, and Regiments of Renown: Seekers of Silver (from left to right). These are only available whilst stocks last.

Disciples of Tzeentch unboxing

Fatemaster review

Fatemasters are effective strategists and leaders who guide cultists into battle with magic and charisma. The model comes in a small clampack box containing one small sprue, a 40mm base, and instructions. The RRP is a hefty £25 / 32.50 € / $40.

Patreon bonus content: Ultra high-res, uncompressed versions of these sprue images (and backsides of the sprues) can be downloaded here.

All Tzeentch character and hero models have a quite unique look, as befits the devotees of the Changer of Ways, and the Fatemaster is no exception. He has an expressive silhouette and is clad in sleek, lightweight armour that reveals glimpses of his wiry muscles. On his shoulder sits his familiar Twistwing, whose plumage nestles around its master. The model itself is monopose with no additional build options.

Argent Shards review

Argent Shards are floating obelisks of change, formed from the innards of a Silver Tower. They burst with Tzeentchian magic, fuelling nearby sorcerers. In-game, the Argent Shards actually serve as faction terrain, despite having bases, and not as Endless Spells.

The large box contains one large sprue, two 80mm bases, and instructions. The RRP is £40 / 51.50 € / $65.

Patreon bonus content: Ultra high-res, uncompressed versions of these sprue images (and backsides of the sprues) can be downloaded here.

As with (almost) all terrain pieces and Endless Spells, the Shards “Designed in the UK, made in China” models. Production has therefore been outsourced. You can tell this from the slightly different sprue shape. The details aren’t quite as crisp and sharp as kits that come directly from the factory in Nottingham. However, for terrain pieces the level of detail is acceptable.

There are no build options, what you see is what you get. One of the two shards is captured at the moment it splits, while the other has a closed form. These floating obelisks of Tzeentch are real eye-catchers with a height of just over 22 cm (nearly 9″); the design fits Tzeentch perfectly and is bloody wicked. Unfortunately, some of the parts are quite fiddly and could fit better, and visible seam lines form where you glue the multi-part magical vortices together (my tip for filling seam lines optimally here).

Where to get

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