Viking Einherjar Army: What to Buy First
By Wargames Atlantic | Published: 2026-10-30
Category: Buying Guides
Start your Einherjar army with a clear plan. This guide covers the core box, essential upgrades, and trade-offs so you know what to buy first and what to skip.
Quick answer
Start with one box of Einherjar miniatures (the core plastic set) and a basic paint kit. Skip the resin upgrade packs until you know which specialist units you want.
Core box vs. upgrades: the trade-off
The Einherjar core box gives you a full squad of 10 plastic warriors with multiple weapon options and head swaps. It is the most cost-effective way to field a legal unit and learn the models' scale and assembly.
Resin upgrade packs add characterful options like alternate weapons or command bits, but they cost extra and may require pinning or green stuff. Buy them only after you have built and played with the core box.
Painting and hobby investment
These miniatures have crisp detail but need primer and careful brushing. A single box can take 6–10 hours to paint to a tabletop standard. Budget for a can of spray primer and a few Vallejo or Citadel paints.
If you are new to historical or sci-fi Viking themes, consider a simple color scheme (bronze, steel, leather) before attempting Norseman tattoos or glowing runes.
Decision rules for your first Einherjar purchase
- Rule 1: Start with one core box: Buy one Einherjar plastic box first. Build and paint it to learn the kit's assembly and scale before expanding.
- Rule 2: Skip resin upgrades initially: Resin upgrade packs are optional and add cost. Wait until you know which specialist role (e.g., heavy weapon, command) you actually need on the table. If you later want a unit champion or alternate weapon, buy the resin pack that matches that role.
- Rule 3: Buy paint and tools with the box: Get primer, a few base colors (bronze, steel, leather), and a wash. A single box can be painted to tabletop standard in one weekend with a limited palette.
Product facts
- Einherjar: The Einherjar box contains plastic warriors with multiple weapon options and head swaps, inspired by Norse warriors abducted and trained for a high-gravity Death Fields circuit. One box gives you a full squad with enough variety to build a unique unit, making it the logical starting point for any Einherjar army.
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Who should buy what
Best for
- New Einherjar collectors who want a complete squad at low cost
- Players who enjoy building and converting their own miniatures
Not for
- Players who need a full army immediately (buy two core boxes instead)
- Collectors who only want pre-assembled resin models (look for alternative ranges)
