Originally formed by the Emperor Augustus, the Praetorian Guard were the elite cadre of soldiers that became the true power of Rome, ruling from behind the scenes. They were responsible for killing off Emperors as much as they were for protecting them and sometimes even took matters into their own hands. This was the case…
Resplendent in their cloaks and Attic helmets, the Praetorian cavalry cut a dashing figures on the tabletop. It wasn’t all looks though – they were capable of causing havoc with the enemy battleline and as such not many commanders will leave their fort without at least one unit of these noble horsemen. Whether you are…
Proud sons of nobles all, these finely attired cavalrymen of the Praetorian Guard cut fine figures as befits the Emperor’s bodyguard. Sculpted by our own Wojtek, these haughty but mean horsemen will be ready for battlefield duty before too long…
Not content with running the WAMP painting competition for us recently, Dave ‘Undave’ Jackson has also found time to paint a unit of our plastic Praetorian Guard. Even better Dave explains how he did it in this painting guide. Undave acquired his first miniatures at age eleven and armed only with three pots of Humbrol…
Steve at Little Big Men Studios has been hard at it (ooer missus!) designed lots of new shield designs for our Imperial Roman Praetorian Guard and Dacians. As ever the transfers are absolutely gorgeous and the perfect way to finish off your regiments! Obviously, these Praetorian Guard Transfers are perfectly sized and ready to finish…
As any loyal citizen of Rome well knows, the Praetorian Guard were the protectors (and sometimes enforcers) of the Emperor. However, we can assure you that the Praetorian Guard never laid down their lives for Emperors like these! In our continuing effort to bring you the most characterful and fun Imperial Roman miniatures for you…
It’s taken a little longer than expected but our latest multi-part, hard plastic Kit – The Praetorian Guard – are here and available to add to your Imperial Roman armies! The Praetorian Guard were the Emperor’s elite bodyguard as well as acting as Rome’s police force. Often filling its ranks with the sons of nobles…
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