The Ahriman model is mail order or direct order only. Unfortunately, I didn't realize this until after I called every GW and Hobby store in the Maryland area. Now that I finally have the model, I am pretty excited to be able to convert the Ahriman model to fit my Pre-Heresy Thousand Sons army.
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At first, I was quite skeptical about the basing kit. I was concerned that more than half of the kit would go to waste or that I wouldn't use it. Second, I was concerned it would not have the right size or enough of the medium slate in which I would like to use in basing my Space Wolves Army. Lastly, I questioned whether or not I should order the Warhammer version or stick with the 40k Version.
After much deliberation, I decided to order the 40k version and trust in GW. Thankfully, when I opened up the kit, I soon realized I made a wise choice. In fact, I am so excited about not only basing my Space Wolves Army, but other models in various armies as well.
The kit is a pretty nice bargain. The kit itself contains 5 tubs and one brass etching of basing detail. One tub was filled with tiny slate fragments and another with medium slate that will fit nicely on 25mm and 40mm bases. Next, there were two tubs filled with pre-made basing resin pieces made for 25mm and 40mm bases. Finally, the kit includes an empty tub for mixing or whatever your heart desires.
So, if you are ready to base some of your models and you can't quite decide on how to accomplish this task. I highly recommend trying out either of the Citadel basing kits.
