Introduction
Maggotkin of Nurgle are the plague-ridden servants of Nurgle, the god of disease and decay. Where others see rot and pain, Nurgle's followers see gifts and blessings from their "loving father."
On the battlefield, they are a resilient, relentless, and contagion-spreading army, slowly but surely wearing down their enemies. Perfect for players who enjoy endurance, grotesque aesthetics, and a slow-overwhelming playstyle.
Lore – who are the Maggotkin of Nurgle?
Nurgle is the Chaos god of disease, mutation, and rebirth. He is both feared and "loved" – his followers believe they gain eternal life by embracing his plague-ridden blessings.
The Maggotkin consist of three parts:
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Rotbringers – mortal warriors and heroes mutated into pestilent servants.
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Daemons of Nurgle – Plaguebearers, Nurglings, and larger daemons.
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Monstrous beasts – such as Great Unclean Ones and slug-like Beasts of Nurgle.
They constantly spread Nurgle’s Garden, an area of disease and decay where the ground rots and all living things wither.
Playstyle on the table
Maggotkin of Nurgle are known for being one of the most resilient armies in AoS.
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Almost immortal – high toughness, ward saves, and disease rules.
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Contagions – enemies suffer from plagues and take damage even when attacking.
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Slow – but they methodically grind down the opponent.
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Strong magic – Rotbringers and daemonic sorcerers spread diseases and debuffs.
Iconic units
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Plaguebearers – daemonic infantry serving as a resilient baseline.
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Putrid Blightkings – enormous, bloated warriors, known for their brutal melee.
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Nurglings – small, mischievous plague demons that can pop up where the enemy least expects them.
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Great Unclean One – one of the largest models in AoS, both a powerful magician and a monstrous war engine.
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Lord of Blights / Lord of Plagues – characters who lead the Rotbringers.
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Beasts of Nurgle – large, slug-like monsters that are as "happy" as they are deadly.
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Painting & hobby tips
Maggotkin are a paradise for hobbyists who enjoy grotesque details:
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Skin and decay: pale skin, wounds, and pus-filled details.
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Green & brown: classic colors for plague and decay.
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Nurgle’s rot effects: use techniques like Nurgle’s Rot or slimy effects for realism.
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Nurglings: can be painted in fun colors to contrast with the grotesque.
Tip: mix gloss varnish with green/blue to make wounds and slime look disgustingly realistic.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Are Maggotkin of Nurgle a good starter army?
Yes – they are resilient and forgiving for new players, but a bit slow.
Are they competitive?
Yes, their resilience and contagion rules make them difficult to play against.
What makes them unique?
No other army combines disease-spreading, grotesque aesthetics, and such resilience in the same way.
Summary
Maggotkin of Nurgle are the masters of disease and decay – an army that refuses to die and slowly smothers its enemies in plague and rot. On the table, they are tenacious and reliable, and for painters, they offer some of the most grotesquely detailed models in all of AoS.
Are you ready to receive Nurgle's blessings?
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