Jon Grant Miniatures

  UPDATED October 2025 The Tau Empire were the third faction released for Aeronautica Imperialis, and I have always been a fan of this Xenos race. In Warhammer 40,000, they are a force that prefers to keep their army at range, with good manoeuvrability but slightly slower overall. How do the Air Caste compare to their Fire Caste brethren? Within this article are examples of aircraft with weapon loadouts. Each loadout includes the average damage the aircraft can cause in a single round of firing at each range. Additionally, I have put together a painting guide for how I painted my Tau aircraft .  Faction review links: Imperial Navy Orks Tau Empire Aeldari Adeptus Astarte (Space Marines) Necron My recorded games can be viewed on YouTube or try the video below. Faction Overview The main strength of the Tau Empire Air Cadre lies in its exceptional manoeuvrability, combined with solid durability and impressive versatility. Each aircraft type can be armed in a variety of w...

  Paints used: Chaos Black Spray Iron Warriors Abaddon Black Averland Sunset Corax White Mephiston Red Balthasar Gold Yriel Yellow Evil Sunz Scarlet Wild Rider Red Leadbelcher Ironbreaker Eshin Grey Nuln Oil Agrax Earthshade Gryph-Charger Grey I began by undercoating the aircraft with Chaos Black Spray . The miniature was then given a basecoat with Iron Warriors with a small quantity of Abaddon Black . This was thinned with a little water. I applied two thin coats to get a nice solid base colour. When the basecoats were full dry,  Nuln Oil  was  painted into the recesses and around the panels of the aircraft using a small  detail brush. Try to be neat but do not  worry too much as you can always tidy the miniature up later.  Allow the Nuln Oil to full dry. Once fully dry, the miniature was dry brushed with Iron Warriors. This was followed by another dry brush of Leadbelcher. Then finally with Ironbreaker.  With the fuselage painted, I ...

     UPDATED July 2025 BACKGROUND A flight of bombers pushes through enemy airspace, heading toward a vital target deep behind enemy lines. Each aircraft is heavy with ordnance, engines growling as they press on. To see them through, a wing of fighters flies in escort, scanning the skies for incoming threats. At any moment, enemy interceptors could strike, and the fighter pilots stand ready to defend their charges in brutal dogfights or die in the attempt. The mission is clear: reach the target, deliver the payload, and return. But danger looms ahead, and the sky is far from friendly.   FORCES The defender's force may cost between 100 and 200pts. The force must include at least one fighter and one bomber. The bombers cannot be equipped with extra weapons or upgrades. The defenders force cannot include ground defences. The attacker's force costs 75%  of the defending. The force may only include fighters. The attacker cannot include ground defences. Example A de...

  UPDATED July 2025 The Orks (along with the Imperial Navy) were one of the first two factions released for Aeronautica Imperialis . They've been a core part of the Warhammer 40,000 universe since its earliest days, and in Aeronautica Imperialis , they bring the same chaotic character and ramshackle charm. Orks are a straightforward faction, full of personality, but they aren’t the most powerful force on the table. Choosing to play Orks is a bit like turning the difficulty up to Hard mode.  This article includes several example aircraft with various weapon loadouts, each showing the average damage output you can expect in a single round of firing. Also, be sure to check out my YouTube channel – Jon Grant Miniatures for gameplay videos. Orks Air Waaagh! Ork firepower is most effective at short range, and their aircraft are designed to close the distance with the enemy as quickly as possible. The smaller Dakkajets and Fighta Bommerz boast high speed, allowing them to rapidly ...