Description:
This listing offers various plastic bits and components sourced from the Warhammer: The Horus Heresy Legiones Astartes Mark II Assault Squad kit. These specialized components are perfect for hobbyists seeking to build, customize, or reinforce their fast-attack units in the Age of Darkness. The Mark II ('Crusade') pattern of Power Armour offers a distinct, archaic, and segmented aesthetic, making these bits highly desirable for collectors and kitbashers aiming for an authentic Horus Heresy look.
A Short History of the Mark II Assault Squad:
The Mark II 'Crusade' Power Armour was the first fully enclosed and mass-produced suit issued to the Space Marine Legions during the Great Crusade. While typically associated with Tactical Squads, the design was adapted into the Mark II Assault Squad, utilizing bulkier jump packs and specialized close-combat wargear. The Mark II Assault Squad is known for its durable, segmented armour panels and a very distinct, industrial-looking jump pack design, with a protective rail running over the shoulder. They were widely used by all Legions, particularly those far from supply lines (like the White Scars or World Eaters), throughout the Great Crusade and the tumultuous early years of the Horus Heresy.
Keywords:
Warhammer 30k, Horus Heresy, Legiones Astartes, Mark II, Mk II, Crusade Armour, Assault Squad, Jump Pack, Chainaxe, Combat Shield, Bits, Parts, Plastic, Conversion, Kitbash, Games Workshop.
Possible Conversion Ideas:
Veteran/Command Squad: The highly detailed Mark II Assault components can be used to convert a small, elite Veteran Squad or a Command Squad, giving them the look of the oldest, most seasoned warriors in the Legion.
Raptors/Night Lords Conversions (40k): The bulky, archaic look of the Mark II armour and the dynamic poses of the assault components are excellent for kitbashing terrifying Night Lords Raptors or other Traitor Legion jump pack units in 40k.
Unique Consuls: Use the jump pack and specific weapon bits (like the heavy chainaxe) to build a specialized Centurion or Praetor (e.g., a Moritat or Raptor Consul) with an archaic, veteran aesthetic.
Breacher Squads: Although specialized kits exist, extra Mark II torsos, legs, and shoulder pads can be used as a base for converting Breacher Siege Squads, paired with Mk III heads and shields.