And the Winner is.…
Key Takeaways
- Diverse Range of Miniatures: The competition features everything from Adeptus Arbites enforcers to Chaos champions, including new heroes in the Warhammer 40K universe. In total there are 46 Warhammer 40K models you can vote for!
- Limited Voting Time: Voting is open for a limited time, closing on December 19th, making it essential for fans to act quickly to have their say. You can vote here!
It’s that exciting time of the year again for Warhammer 40K fans! The much-anticipated Miniature of the Year 2023 competition is here, and it’s brimming with spectacular entries.
This year, we’ve seen an incredible lineup of miniatures, from the brave Adeptus Arbites enforcers to the mighty Chaos champions. Now, it’s your chance to have a say in who takes home the title of Miniature of the Year!
The Warhammer universe has been buzzing with activity. In the 41st Millennium, new heroes have emerged, challenging fan favorites Lion El’Jonson and Angron for the spotlight. Remember Vashtorr the Arkifane’s stunning entrance in Warhammer 40,000?
Later in the year, we saw Commander Farsight in a fabulous new battlesuit, and the debut of the Cerastus Knight Lancer in plastic, followed by its Acheron and Castigator variants.
And let’s not forget the delightful Christmas miniatures – Da Red Gobbo’s Surprise and the Grotmas Gitz, who added a sprinkle of holiday cheer to our collections.
Also, a big shoutout to Klonk, the adorable rockbrow squig who quickly became a crowd favorite!
While the forces of Chaos have traditionally dominated the Miniature of the Year awards, recent times have seen the Orks and Aeldari step up their game. This year, with Angron’s return, the competition is more thrilling than ever. Will he lead Chaos to victory, or will another faction steal the show?
46 Warhammer 40K Miniatures and Models you can vote for this year.
This year’s Warhammer 40K Miniature of the Year competition is brimming with excitement, featuring a lineup of 46 incredible models and miniatures. Here’s the full list:
- Kâhl Yôht Grendok (Store Birthday)
- Lord Solar Leontus
- Lord Castellan Ursula Creed
- Cadian Heavy Weapons Squad
- Rogal Dorn Battle Tank
- Angron, Daemon Primarch of Khorne
- Khorne Berzerkers
- Eightbound
- Lord Invocatus / Lord on Juggernaut
- Jakhals
- The Commissar’s Duty (Adepticon)
- Rough Riders
- Commissar
- Cadian Castellan
- White Consuls Captain Messinius (Black Library Celebration)
- Captain in Terminator Armour
- Apothecary Biologis
- Phobos Lieutenant with Combi-Weapon
- Ballistus Dreadnought
- Infernus Marines
- Commander Dante
- Azrael
- Vashtorr the Arkifane
- Neurotyrant and Neuroloids
- Screamer-Killer
- Von Ryan’s Leapers
- Neurogaunts
- Psychophage
- Winged Tyranid Prime
- Boss Snikrot
- Commander Farsight
- Lion El’Jonson
- Librarian in Terminator Armour
- Barbgaunts
- Minka Lesk (Black Library)
- Jump Pack Intercessors
- Terminator Squad
- Chaplain in Terminator Armour
- Desolation Squad
- Brutalis Dreadnought
- Space Marines Lieutenant
- Orikan the Diviner
- Imotekh the Stormlord
- Overlord with Translocation Shroud
- Sydonian Skatros
- The Ancestor’s Wrath (Warhammer Day)
Other Miniatures from the W40K universe you can vote for this year
In addition to the main lineup of W40K minis, there’s a fascinating array of other models from the Warhammer 40K universe available for voting this year.
Warhammer: The Horus Heresy – 12 miniatures:
- Legion Sky-hunter Squadron
- Sicaran Venator
- Cerberus Heavy Tank Destroyer
- Legion MKIII Tactical Squad
- Deredeo Dreadnought Anvilus Configuration
- Vindicator Siege Tank / Laser Destroyer
- Legion MKVI Assault Marines
- Cerastus Knight Lancer
- Cerastus Knight Castigator
- Cerastus Knight Acheron
- Kratos Heavy Tank Squadron
- Rhino Squadron
Necromunda – 3 models:
- House Cawdor – Ridge Walkers
- Palatine Enforcers – Sanctioner Pattern Automata
- House Van Saar – Ash Wastes Arachnirig
Kill Team – 4 models:
- Adeptus Arbites – Exaction Squad
- Hand of the Archon
- Fellgor Ravagers
- Hearthkyn Salvagers
Warhammer Miniature of the Year Past Winners
The Warhammer Miniature of the Year competition has been showcasing exceptional miniatures for several years. Here are the winners of the trophy in the past
- 2022: The winner was the Avatar of Khaine, a modern reinterpretation of a classic miniature that dominated the vote. It’s described as the living embodiment of the wrath of a Craftworld.
- 2021: Be’lakor the Dark Master was crowned the winner. Chaos regained the top position with this imposing miniature, reflecting the faction’s previous wins in 2016, 2017, 2018, and 2019.
- 2020: Ghazghkull Thraka was the winner of the Miniature of the Year poll.
- 2019: Abaddon the Despoiler. This miniature, representing a key character in the Warhammer 40,000 universe, was acclaimed for its intricate design and imposing presence.
- 2018: Noise Marine. This figure, with its vibrant and unique design, captured the essence of Warhammer’s creativity.
- 2017: Mortarion. This miniature stood out for its detailed representation of one of Warhammer’s most iconic characters.
- 2016: Magnus the Red. Known for its impressive size and detailed craftsmanship, representing a key figure in the Warhammer lore.
We’re down to the wire with less than two weeks left to vote, so don’t miss out on being part of this exciting decision.
Voting ends on Tuesday, December 19th, so hop on over to the official survey and cast your vote for your favorite miniature. Vote here!