Introduction
Gloomspite Gitz are one of the most colorful and mad armies in Age of Sigmar. They consist of cave goblins (Grots), insane squigs, trolls, and other strange creatures, all of whom worship the moon god Bad Moon.
On the battlefield, the Gloomspite Gitz are a horde army filled with humor, chaos, and unpredictability. Perfect for players who want an army that is as fun to play as it is strong when everything goes right.
Lore – who are the Gloomspite Gitz?
In the deepest caves beneath the Mortal Realms live cave goblins – small, cowardly, but hysterically numerous. They worship the mysterious Bad Moon, a malevolent moon that wanders across the sky, spreading madness wherever it shines.
When the Bad Moon appears, grots gather in enormous hordes and march out of their caves, accompanied by:
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Squigs – insane, bouncing monsters with gigantic jaws.
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Troggoths – enormous, stupid but brutally strong trolls.
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Fanatics – goblins with balls and chains, as dangerous to themselves as to the enemy.
They may not be the most disciplined soldiers – but in immense numbers and with the power of the Bad Moon, they become a nightmare for the enemy.
Tabletop Playstyle
Gloomspite Gitz are a chaotic horde army:
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Lots of cheap units – you can fill the battlefield with goblins.
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Squigs and Troggoths – strong monsters that create chaos.
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Bad Moon effect – a unique army rule that grants various bonuses depending on the moon's position.
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Unpredictability – much of the army relies on chance, making games both fun and exciting.
Iconic Units
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Moonclan Grots – classic goblins, hordes of small but stubborn warriors.
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Squig Herd – groups of wild squigs that rampage and chew up enemies.
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Manglersquigs – gigantic squigs chained together, as deadly as they are mad.
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Troggoths (Rockgut, Fellwater, Dankhold) – different kinds of trolls, from foolish to almost godlike.
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Fanatics – hiding in grot units, exploding into battle.
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Skragrott the Loonking – their great "king," who rules in the Bad Moon's name.
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Painting & Hobby Tips
Gloomspite Gitz are a hobbyist's dream:
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Classic colors: black hoods, green skin, red mushrooms.
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Squigs: almost always red, but many paint them in fun colors like blue or purple.
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Troggoths: grey, blue, or moss green – often with stone skin or algae details.
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Bad Moon symbols: yellow is popular to contrast with the dark grot hoods.
Tip: play with colorful highlights to make the army stand out – they are fun to make a bit more cartoony and mad.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Are Gloomspite Gitz a good beginner army?
Yes and no – they are fun and forgiving in large hordes, but the random elements can be frustrating for some.
What makes them unique compared to other armies?
No other army blends humor, madness, mushrooms, and chaos in the same way. They are as much a show as a fighting force.
Are they competitive?
They have become stronger in recent editions and can definitely be competitive – especially with the right mix of Troggoths and Squigs.
Summary
Gloomspite Gitz are cave goblins, squigs, and mushrooms in total madness. They are fun to play, fun to paint, and completely unique in Age of Sigmar. On the table, they can swarm the enemy with goblins, bounce forward with squigs, and smash everything with trolls.
Are you ready to follow the Bad Moon's mad light?
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