Fireforge Games: Mounted Sergeants (12) – 28mm Multi-part Plastic

This box set contains twelve multi-part plastic 28mm Mounted Sergeants, engineered byFireforge Gamesfor theDeus Vult(“God Wills It”) series and theWestern Armiescollection. Molded in high-impact polystyrene (HIPS) gray plastic, these figures represent the essential light cavalry and secondary tactical arm of medieval military orders during the 12th and 13th-century crusades. The kit is fully modular, allowing you to build versatile light cavalry units with varied weapon options, including lances, swords, maces, and axes.

Inside the Box:

• 12 Mounted Figures: Multi-part plastic figures with dynamic posing options for light cavalry engagements.
• 1 Command Frame: Specialized components to assemble officers, standard bearers, and musicians.
• 2 Mounted Sergeants Frames: Core trooper sprues with a vast array of weaponry and heraldic shield options.
• 4 Unbarded Horse Frames: 12 unarmored mounts in varying charging and gallop stances, ideal for representing auxiliary forces.
• Technical Spares: A wide selection of modular heads, accessories, and distinct weaponry to ensure no two models in your unit are identical.

Tips:

• Tactical Versatility: The included unbarded horses make these models perfect for representing Sergeant-brothers or secular mercenaries in historical systems likeSAGAor as light cavalry auxiliaries inWarhammer: The Old WorldandOathmark.
• Sub-Assembly Advantage: For the highest quality finish, assemble the unarmored horses and the riders as separate sub-assemblies; this ensures you can paint the intricate folds of the tunics and the horse’s flanks without obstruction.
• Seamless Bonding: Utilize a thin liquid plastic cement (like Tamiya Extra Thin) to create a chemical weld between parts, ensuring that the modular arms and weapon lances remain securely attached during tabletop play.
• Priming for the Order: While these Sergeants often wore darker surcoats than the Knights (frequently black or brown), we recommend a neutral gray primer to provide a balanced foundation for both cloth and metallic armor details.

Historical Background:

The Mounted Sergeants were the secondary heavy-light cavalry of the Crusading military orders, such as the Knights Templar and the Teutonic Order. Unlike the noble Knights who rode armored (barded) horses, the Sergeants were recruited from non-noble backgrounds and served as a professional, highly disciplined force. On the battlefield, they provided essential support, acting as scouts, flank protection, and a mobile reserve to follow up the devastating charge of the heavy knights.