Warhammer 40,000 Orks Gretchin Box Set with Runtherd

The Warhammer 40,000 Ork Gretchin box set is a plastic miniature kit for the tabletop wargame Warhammer 40,000. It allows hobbyists to assemble a mob of Gretchin, the small, cowardly creatures that serve the larger Ork factions. The set is designed to be painted and used in games, representing the numerous but feeble infantry that Ork warlords often deploy in overwhelming numbers. The models are supplied unassembled and unpainted, requiring clipping from sprues, assembly with plastic glue, and painting according to the player's chosen colour scheme. The kit contains 10 multi-part plastic Gretchin models and 1 multi-part plastic Ork Runtherd, who acts as the mob's overseer. It includes 12 different Gretchin head variants and 2 Runtherd head variants, providing significant options for customisation and variety within the unit. The multi-part nature of the models allows for different posing, helping to create a dynamic-looking horde on the tabletop. The plastic used is Games Workshop's standard polystyrene, which is durable once assembled and takes acrylic paints well. The scale is consistent with other Warhammer 40,000 miniatures, standing approximately 28mm tall from foot to eye level. This product is best suited for Warhammer 40,000 players who collect an Ork army and need to fill out their troop choices with inexpensive, numerous units. It is also ideal for hobbyists who enjoy painting large numbers of smaller, characterful models. The Gretchin mob serves a practical role in the game, often used to hold objectives or screen more valuable units due to their low points cost. The inclusion of the Runtherd adds a unique leader model to the unit. Assembling and painting this box set is a classic Warhammer 40,000 hobby project, fitting into the wider activity of building and customising a personalised army for tabletop battles.