The Tyranids, also known as The Great Devourer are a race of insect-like creatures that are alien to the Milky Way Galaxy. No one knows where they originate from but it is known that their sole purpose is the consumption of all forms of genetic and biological material in order to evolve and reproduce. It is theorised that they have consumed one thousand galaxies and are responsible for the annihilation of millions of intelligent species. Tyranid technology is based entirely on biological engineering, every function from warfare to space flight is carried out by living, specially engineered creatures. Every Tyranid creature collectively forms the Hive Fleet, which is controlled and directed by a single Hive Mind. Tyranids are seen as one of the gravest threats to the entire Galaxy. They seek only to consume all organic life and they cannot be reasoned or bargained with or deterred in this singular quest. Worse still for the Galaxy, thus far the Tyranid Hive Fleets that have been encountered are merely the furthest stretched tendril of the main invasion fleet that is still travelling in the void of space. When the main fleet emerges from the void, it is unknown if any race will be able to stand against them. This multi-part plastic kit contains; 31x Tyranids Miniatures 1x Hive Tyrant (supplied with a Citadel 60mm Round Base, can alternately be assembled as The Swarmlord) 1x Haruspex (supplied with a Citadel Large Oval Base, can alternately be assembled as an Exocrine) 3x Hive Guard (each supplied with a Citadel 50mm Round Base, can alternately be assembled as Tyrant Guards) 16x Genestealers (each supplied with a Citadel 25mm Round Base) 10x Gargoyles (each supplied with a Citadel Small Flying Base) Please note: Miniatures are supplied unpainted and some assembly will be required. This is a limited product and will be limited to 1 per customer.