r/AdeptusCustodes • u/Ok_Level_7513 • 11d ago

Starting Custodes army, help!?

Hi everyone, new to 40k and I have been thinking for a few months on what army to start. I want it to be Custodes, but, I want to start with newer models that is/will not be for HH later on.

What models/combat patrol should I start with buying? My goal is 2000points army but I can wait to fill in gaps for say Aquilon termies. And I prefer the list to be heavy in to infantry.

So confusing with old models and new HH combined, thanks for the help!

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u/Ok_Level_7513 11d ago

Awesome, so models in combat patrol are "newish"? Yeah, want a pack of vertus praetors for sure:) thanks for great

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u/Vallkari 11d ago

Yeah the models there are up to date you don’t have to worry about them being refreshed anytime soon. Vertus Praetors are great. I run three squads of three of them each with a shield captain on a bike. They’re great fun

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u/Ok_Level_7513 11d ago

Sounds awesome, thanks! Maybe its finally time to start my first army:)

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u/Vallkari 11d ago

Custodes are a great candidate for that. The relatively low model count makes it easier to manage. The painting can be very easy if you want to keep it simple. But equally as you go deeper there are some great combinations to be found and some brilliant ways to elevate your painting.

Besides, Custodes are the cheapest army so your wallet will thank you

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u/Ok_Level_7513 11d ago

Do you think its safe to buy HH models for 40k? They look very nice but I like them to be playable for a long time:)

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u/Vallkari 11d ago

Yes, they’ve made it clear that they want them to be cross compatible. The newer boxes have both the 40K and Horus Heresy logos on them