Games Workshop Warhammer 40,000: Aeldari Dark Reapers – Elite Long-Range Firepower with Exarch Customization

Overview

The Dark Reapers cut a striking figure on the tabletop, their skull-helmed visage hinting at the precision firepower they deliver. As elite Aspect Warriors, they embody long-range accuracy and disciplined fire discipline, with gear that echoes the legacy of their founder. The kit centers on Reaper Launchers that unleash blistering firestorms at distance, offering options from infantry-shredding starswarm missiles to armour-piercing starshot variants. Accurate salvos come from advanced targeting and the stability of the unit itself, which remains grounded as they fire from cover, leveraging terrain to press the tempo of the battle without exposing themselves to close-range danger.

The box builds a complete Dark Reapers unit and an Exarch who can be customized with a variety of weapons. The Exarch can be equipped with a Reaper Launcher, Shuriken Cannon, Aeldari Missile Launcher, or Tempest Launcher, and can be posed with a skull in the off-hand. You can choose from four different heads for the Exarch and select helmeted or unhelmeted looks for each Dark Reaper. Also included is a small shrine miniature that adds narrative flair to your force. The kit contains 82 plastic components and includes five Citadel 28.5 mm round bases and one Citadel 25 mm round base. Models arrive unpainted and require assembly; Citadel Plastic Glue and Citadel paints are commonly used for assembly and finishing.

Customization and Loadouts

• 82 plastic components to assemble one complete Dark Reapers unit including the Exarch
• Weapon options: Reaper Launcher, Shuriken Cannon, Aeldari Missile Launcher, Tempest Launcher
• Exarch with skull motif, four head variants, and helmeted or unhelmeted torsos
• Includes a Dark Reaper shrine miniature to enrich terrain and storytelling
• Bases included for quick deployment on the battlefield

Battlefield Role and Play Style

These long-range specialists excel at delivering precise salvos from cover, supported by targeting systems and sturdy armour that keeps them planted while they fire. The flexible loadouts let you tailor the unit to different missions, whether you favor sustained fire, anti-vehicle capability, or focused infantry pressure. The stark, skull-helmed aesthetic also provides striking visuals for display or photo-ready hobby work.

Assembly and Painting Tips

• Enjoy a rewarding build with multiple pose options and weapon swaps
• Prepare glue and paints in advance for a smooth assembly and finish
• Painted and display-ready once finished, ready to bring to life on your table