Introduction
Slaves to Darkness are the classic and iconic Chaos army in Age of Sigmar. They are fanatical warriors, dark knights, and sorcerers who worship the four Chaos Gods: Khorne, Nurgle, Tzeentch, and Slaanesh.
On the battlefield, they are a heavily armored, versatile, and brutal army. They combine elite warriors with monsters and sorcerers, and can be built in many different ways depending on which Chaos God they pledge allegiance to.
Lore – who are the Slaves to Darkness?
Slaves to Darkness are mortals who have abandoned all hope and instead given their souls to the Chaos Gods. They are:
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Chaos Warriors – immortal soldiers in heavy armor.
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Chaos Knights – dark knights who ride over the enemy.
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Chaos Sorcerers – sorcerers filled with Chaos magic.
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Daemons and monsters – often allied to their armies.
Their goal is simple: to spread Chaos across the Mortal Realms and crush the realms of civilization. They are sometimes led by fearsome generals like Archaon the Everchosen, the chosen of Chaos.
Tabletop playstyle
Slaves to Darkness are a flexible and resilient army.
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Resilience – Chaos Warriors and Knights are extremely difficult to take down.
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Hard hitting power – elite troops that deal a lot of damage in melee.
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Magic – Chaos Sorcerers provide access to powerful Chaos spells.
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Monsters – the army can field fearsome demons and dragons.
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God allegiance – players can choose to pledge allegiance to a specific Chaos God and gain unique bonuses.
Iconic units
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Chaos Warriors – immortal warriors in black armor.
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Chaos Knights – cavalry that crushes everything in its path.
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Chaos Chosen – elite warriors with fearsome hitting power.
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Chaos Sorcerer Lord – sorcerers who provide buffs and powerful spells.
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Archaon the Everchosen – the mightiest mortal champion of Chaos, riding the monster Dorghar.
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Daemon Princes – twisted heroes elevated to daemonhood.
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Painting & hobby tips
Slaves to Darkness are perfect for dark and dramatic color schemes:
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Classic scheme: black armor with gold or silver details.
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God-inspired scheme:
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Red for Khorne
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Green and brown for Nurgle
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Blue and purple for Tzeentch
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Purple and pink for Slaanesh
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Monsters & daemons: here you can be creative with strong contrasts and glow effects.
Tip: Use edge highlighting on armor to bring out the harsh lines of the metal.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Are Slaves to Darkness a good beginner army?
Yes – they are tough, forgiving, and flexible. Perfect for new players who want to play Chaos.
Are they competitive?
Yes – especially with Archaon and strong cavalry builds. They have many tools that make them competitive.
What makes them unique compared to other Chaos armies?
They are the "foundation army" of Chaos, but can be built to suit all the gods. This makes them one of the most adaptable armies in AoS.
Summary
Slaves to Darkness are the classic warriors of Chaos – heavily armored, disciplined, and fanatical in their loyalty to the Chaos Gods. On the table, they are tough, flexible, and powerful, and with models like Archaon leading the way, they are among the most iconic armies in all of Warhammer.
Are you ready to pledge your soul to Chaos?
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