Rumours - Plastic Mars Warhound Titan - change to Registration Protocols

Well Titan Princeps, what do we have here? The manifold is alight with rumours of a new God Engine, perhaps in plastic... either AI generated images or leaked (on purpose again like Nobz) or genuinely leaked images we do not know.

Looks genuine enough, with two types of mesh grill pattern, Aquila and Eye of Horus sigil separate from Carapace, and no internal details as yet - so perhaps like Imperial Knights, a sealed box except probably the Command Deck seated crew in head? Some differences from the resin cousin, with more ball joint arrangements and numerous riveted plate boundaries across the hull and cabling differences.

Either way, we at Titan Owners Club are very excited for this potential new addition to the Rolls of Honour, yes we will of course 'accept' Plastic Warhound Titans into the Club, and hopefully a more attainable price point than the resin cousin, hence a change to our established acceptance of registrations to only 'fully painted and constructed' Titan registrations going forward. 

This change will help the small number of Admin Team at TOC from being overwhelmed with new Registrations on release day, and the sheer number of expected Registrations and new Members, and importantly reduces the numerous Box Art photos we have unfortunately become accustomed to, even with resin ones we still have a meaningful percentage of titans UNDERGOING RITES of Construction years after registration - not great when you are fans of titans looking on the TOC site for inspiration for your own God Engine project schemes and Legio.

This does not however mean we will delete Owners already joined, or in the queue for going live on the TOC site, or mean we don't want to see your Rites of Construction photos, just include them with your completed God Engine registration. Resin Engines will continue to require the FW certificate of authenticity as we are first and foremost fans of Forge World, its continued development of all things Titan related and support UK/USA business, not IP theft from recasters.

And as always - Princeps, if you have a Forge World titan registered and now OPERATIONAL and haven't updated your Registration - please do send us an update with plenty of photos of the titan in all its glory for all to see! EMAIL TOC HERE.

New Titan Class or Variant - Reveal this Saturday

 

So the reveals so far at Warhammer Community have got the TOC Members cogitators flowing and reactors humming, the above image was put together from the reveals so far and some Warbringer Nemesis fills, the top carapace gun is just from the Warbringer and I doubt it will feature as it was absent from the video reveals a few weeks ago.

What we think we know is that it is based on the Warlord Concept art seen above, no large calibre Carapace Weapons, just AA weaponry up top, but the main weaponry will be at least Warlord Class Arm Weapons, not surprised if this will have more powerful weapons than Warlord looking at cruciform Plasma array, assuming just two weapons this will be consistent with Warlord Reactor power output, perhaps ‘Warlord Nemesis’ variant type thing?

What we can say is the knee weapons and segmented armour and lacking Carapace weaponry is consistent with concept Warlord artwork. This is not going to be an Imperator with bastion legs - that is certain, and we speculate that this new variant appears at AT scale first, but is probably for the 28mm market too, which the Imperator cannot be due to sheer size! However, I'm sure the Imperator will follow at AT scale soon.

Be sure to check out the BIG reveal this Saturday 23rd Jan at Warhammer-Community.com

TOC Member Princeps Damien put this collage together from the AT28mm FB group collage and WarComm official teaser. And you know what, we think its about right.

Stay tuned Saturday for the reveal!

TOC

Warlord Story in April 2017

It looks as though March is not the only month in which the Legios of the Adeptus Titanicus will Walk.  April sees the release of a novel devoted to some of the mightiest war engines available to the Imperium: the Warlord Titans.

April will deliver upon us the book Warlord: Fury of the God Machine.  And not only do we have the book itself, but it will also have a limited edition version as well.

Standard edition cover

Source: Black Library

Limited Edition cover

Source: Black Library

So, what do we know?  The following is from the Black Library website:

When the battered and bloodied Pallidus Morr demi-legio of the Adeptus Titanicus is assigned to defend a forge world from Chaos, they find their battle made more difficult by the allies they must fight alongside…

READ IT BECAUS
It's what you've (maybe) been waiting for: a new novel focusing on the mightiest war machines of the 41st millennium! David Annandale turns his eye for characters to the crew of Battle Titans and tells a truly epic tale of large-scale action.

THE STORY
The Battle Titans of the Adeptus Titanicus are towering war engines, striding to war as holy effigies of the Omnissiah. Greatest of all are the mighty Warlord Titans, their weapons bringing righteous death to alien and heretic alike. Still reeling from a near disastrous battle against tyranids, the Pallidus Morr demi-legio is assigned to a new warzone, a nearby forge world which has fallen under the sway of Chaos. Here their battered war-machines must fight alongside another Titan Legion, the Imperial Hunters. As city after city falls before the relentless tread of Chaos war machines, the Imperium’s only chance of victory lies in the two legios putting aside their differences and fighting as one.

Written by David Annandale

ABOUT THIS EDITION (This only applies to the limited edition- TOC)
– 272 page hardback novel
– Curved and ribbed black leather-effect spine with silver and yellow foil
– Black and yellow marker ribbons
– Signed by the author and individually numbered
– Additional page with art from the standard edition cover
– Only 1,000 copies available
– Exclusive to blacklibrary.com

Are you excited about this new release?  Feel free to leave a comment below.

Titans Dominate March 2017

When Titans take the stage, they take it in a big way.  And a sneak peak from Black Library reveals that March will be the month of the Titans.  We already knew that The Binary Succession was going to be a 2017 splash, but no one could have expected it to come alongside two Blood Angels books (Dante, and Mephiston: Blood of Sanguinius), a release of Titanicus as a Limited Edition book, and the re-release of the Titan graphic novel.  Prepare your wallets, because they are likely to scream in a few months.

**Of note, The Binary Succession is not a printed book, but instead is an audio drama (as denoted by the square icon it bears instead of a rectangle) that focuses on Fabricator Kane and some quite drastic measures.

All image sources courtesy of www.blacklibrary.com

What say you, our fellow Princeps?  Are you excited about the releases?  

Mechanicum News Bulletin 20/3/16- New Paths to Tread

The Titan Owners Club continues to see new Titans registering and updates while the owners furiously work on their engines.  The week even saw a new feature in owner interviews.  The roar of battle calls and the Titans stand ready to answer.

The week began with the Legio Mortis sounding the clarion call to battle.  Equus Pallidus joined the ranks of the Warlords and progress has been made on the superstructure of the Titan.  Drake has been rather gleeful at seeing another Mortis engine.

Continuing a string of new content for the T.O.C. was our first ever Titan Owner Interview.  Shadow sat down recently with the owner of Execratus, Alex S. and they discuss Titan ownership, the hobby, what Titans mean to their owners, and much more.  It's an in depth peek into the mind of the man behind the machine and inspirational in thought.

The Legio Mortis was not the only one to call in reinforcements this week.  Following on the success in getting one of their Warhounds to the field of battle last week, the Legio Astorum brought in yet another Warhound.  The sister engines are indeed a Warhound Hunting Pack and Multa Nimis takes her place beside her twin, ready to bring death and justice to the enemy.

Closing out our week as an early production Reaver Titan.  While it's yet to see a name or a Legio to be assigned to, the progress has been coming along nicely.  Based upon the work being put into it, it will see blessing from the Omnissiah and a very versatile loadout.

Mechanicum News Bulletin 13/3/16- The Walk Continues

Another productive week for the Titan Owners Club as we hit 75 registered engines!  Catch up on what you may or may not have missed and get a recap of of the week.

One of the earliest Warlords released made a splash to start the week for TOC.  The eternal war begins for Eternal Vigilance.  This new Warlord Titan shall soon be the bane of foes and we look forward to seeing a walk soon.

Lelantos made quick work to go from the building yards to completion.  She saw her first combat and took on the perfidious Eldar.  She made a good name for herself until being sniped out by a Lynx.  The god-machine was recovered and awaits repair and her next battle.

Following up on the success that he had with Anima Messor, Jonathan has gotten him two new Titans.  Hyperion of the Legio Tempestus came in with the fury of the storm and has a paint scheme to match.  We're looking to the future of this engine with excitement.

Basing is always a big part of making a model look good.  While some of the larger models don't use, or even need them, it's always wonderful to see what people come up with for them.  David provided us with a wonderful tutorial on how he bases his Titans and gives them the cracked earth effect that happens when these Titans torture the ground.

The Legio Astorum sent another representative as Invicti Magnus began her journey to a lifetime of war.  The newest of the T.O.C. Titans, she's in the early stages but we'll see more of her and her sister Titan as well.  Be on the lookout for more of these terrible twins.

Next week we have a special new article coming up for you guys that may result in yet another feature being added to the Titan Owners Club.  We'll see you next week.

Mechanicum News Bulletin- 06/03/16, Battle Titans Dominate

The Warhound Titans managed to become the stars of last week for Titan Owners Club, but this week the scout class Titans took a back seat to their battle class brethren.  Many of them are racing to hit the front lines, while some of them vented their fury in a grand fashion.

Mechanicum News Bulletin, 06/03/16

A ghastly yet completely beautiful presence began the week for the Titan Owners Club as Ira Deorum saw iconography and armor plating lovingly prepared by the Tech Priests.  An amazing look is being given to the Titan and a lot of ingenuity really went into the design.  It looks flat out amazing.  Check it out.

Like her Warlord class sibling, Ignis Dominus also saw a lot of work done.  Family photos helped to define the size of the massive war engine and to show off the unifying look of new decal work and banners.  The Warlord creeps over closer to walking.

Astramos Mortis Æternem became the first Reaver Titan of the T.O.C. to have a walk article done about her exploits.  The venerable Reaver, with smart Mechanicum support, faced off against an Iron Warriors force.  Was she triumphant?  You'll have to see in the Walk After-Action report?

The Weemen have been moving quickly on Dominus Victoria and the forges report that her superstructure has been completed.  This Titan is quickly proving to be able to have adaptability and even seems designed to make her easier to transport.  Has the Mechanicum figured something new out?  Check out the progress they've made, as well as the guide they've posted on their build.

Closing out the week once more were the Weemen, delivering not one, but two Titan Walks.  While not a written story by the T.O.C. this time, it certainly features some of the Titans registered and is a festival of pictures and descriptions.  See their engines at war.

That's all for this week's Mechanicum New Bulletin.  Check in during the week as new things come up and some new Titans possibly join the fray.

Mechanicum News Bulletin- 28/02/16, Send in the Titans!

This week was extremely productive for the T.O.C as each day saw new content go up.  Our second Titan Walk was featured and some new Titans officially joined the ranks.  Join us for a roundup of this week and catch up on what you may have missed.

Mechanicum News Bulletin, 21/02/16

Did you see the size of that beast!  Monday saw the biggest kit Forge World makes, that Tau Manta become the first registered xenos machine on Titan Owner's Club.  The Nightwind Cadre certainly received some extra support as the Earth Caste engineers have been hard at work getting the flyer ready for deployment and use by the Air Caste.

Anima Messor has been moving around since last we saw her.  Titan Walks are in her future, but will be done so under the command of a new Princepsure.  

In the Belephron System a Warhound Titan experienced her first major walk.  Venator Lupus took part in the Thanksgiving Massacre III in Louisiana, USA to the tune of 17 kills and a flawless performance that saw her take no damage at all.  Her walk was successful and was a showcase of what a Warhound Titan can do when left completely unchecked.

The Legio Perennia made itself known to the Titan Owners Club as Novacula Occulta joined the carnage that ensues by Titan Owners.  This Alpha Legion controlled Titan is in the early stages, but big things are clearly in mind by her owner.  We are looking forward to seeing the growth of this engine. 

Lelantos of the Legio Fureans also stepped up and became registered with the T.O.C.  This Warhound Titan has also gotten a good start and will be yet another asset to the Alpha Legion.  Hopefully soon this girl will live up to her name and begin stalking her prey.

Ian has made quite a lot of progress on his engine.  The internals of the machine are now complete and further work has been done on posing the Warhound.  The detail has come out sharp and crisp and as the building and basing continues, the story of this glorious engine is coming to the fore.

In a show of Warhounds dominating the week, another of their number has joined the ranks of the Titan Owners Club.  Canis Ferrum of the Legio Gladius joined us, along with a Lucius Pattern sibling.  Some work is still to be done on her, but it will all come soon enough.

That's all for this week's Mechanicum New Bulletin.  Make sure to check in next week as the focus shifts to the bigger engines of the battlefields and we get a new Titan Walk up.

Mechanicum News Bulletin, 21/02/16- War on Every Front!

This week has been very busy for the Titan Owners Club as activity has gotten back in full swing.  Today we are bringing you a new feature that will show off the progress that the TOC members have made on their engines, recapping all of the action that was delivered.  If you didn't make the news this week, you may well make it next week.  Join us for a roundup of this week and catch up on what you may have missed.

Mechanicum News Bulletin, 21/02/16

Read all about it!  Blood of Caldos took on an entire Exalted Court with little support and completely decimated the treacherous House of Byzantium.  In our first ever featured Walk After-Action Report, Blood of Caldos took the fight to the enemy!  The Omnissiah Protects.

Battlefield reinforcements favor those of the faithful as Legio Tempestus nears the date of seeing Ignis Dominus join the ranks.  This beautiful God-Machine nears completion and Tagsta of the Legio shared these pict feeds with us.  There is more coming of this beauty in the future.

Not to be outdone, Bone Garland of the Legio Mortis saw further work as well.  In a race of arms, another Warlord seeks to rush to the field.  Paint and Legio markings adorn the massive Warlord Titan and he seems close to walk.  Will his reactor power up soon?  And what makes the machine male or female?  The Machine knows all.  The Machine knows that this was also T.O.C. 100th post.  Congrats to T.O.C. for hitting such a major milestone.

Word from Mars has brought us news that yet another Warhound Titan seems to be preparred and is making progress.  Blessing of the Omnissiah be upon it, for it will be deployed against the treacherous Tau Empire.  It seems the God-Machine already has its sights set upon trampling the Tau underfoot.  And the head unit is making much progress.

In the same vein of the two Warlord Titans, Mortis Vindicta is nearing completion.  She prepares for a walk coming up the next month and seeks to slay her enemies.  She is seeing more of her Legio colors and is rapidly progressing through the manufacturing process.  

In all, very good progress on the Engines in T.O.C. and much more is scheduled to be shown.  We have been given quite a healthy backlog and look forward to showing off you endeavors.  Keep them coming and we'll keep on posting.  Tomorrow has a rather big surprise, and here is a small teaser:

Not sure what it is?  Check in with us tomorrow to find out.