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Codex: Tyranids – Warhammer 40,000

The Tyranids are an all-consuming alien swarm from beyond the known galaxy. Guided by the vast and ineffable Hive Mind, they descend upon worlds in endless waves of fangs, claws, and living weapons. There is no parley and no escape – each invasion strips a planet bare of biomass, leaving behind only a dead, airless husk. Endlessly adaptable and utterly merciless, the Tyranids wield no machines – their weapons and wargear are symbiotic organisms, bonded to their wielders and capable of unleashing bio-acid, living projectiles, and devastating psionic power. From endless swarms to colossal bio-titans, the Tyranid hive fleets are a terror beyond comprehension.

This codex is the essential guide to collecting and playing a Tyranid army in Warhammer 40,000. Inside, you’ll find everything you need to bring the Great Devourer to the tabletop – rules, lore, and inspiration to infest entire campaigns.

Inside this 120-page hardback book, you’ll find:

• Detailed background on Tyranid biology, origins, and the infamous Tyrannic Wars

• Stunning artwork showcasing the terrifying scope and variety of Tyranid hive fleets

• 47 datasheets covering every unit, from swarming Termagants to mighty Norn Emissaries

• Six themed Detachments, including the Invasion Fleet and Crusher Stampede, each with unique special rules

• Crusade rules to infest and consume planets, adapting your swarm across campaigns

• Combat Patrol rules and a painting guide for the Vardenghast Swarm, perfect for fast-paced games

• An ’Eavy Metal showcase of expertly painted miniatures in a range of hive fleet colour schemes

This book also includes a one-use code to unlock the Codex: Tyranids in Warhammer 40,000: The App.