Warhammer 40,000: Tyranids - Hive Tyrant

Dominate the battlefield with the Hive Tyrant, a towering synaptic leader of the Tyranid swarm. Engineered by the Hive Mind to command and destroy, the Hive Tyrant combines terrifying psychic power, brutal melee capability, and adaptable bio-weaponry into one of the most formidable organisms in Warhammer 40,000.

This multi-part plastic kit allows you to build a Hive Tyrant tailored to your strategy, with multiple weapon and biomorph options. Whether equipped for close-quarters devastation or ranged bio-firepower, the model’s imposing stature and intricate organic detail make it a striking centerpiece for any Tyranid army. The kit also includes options to build a Winged Hive Tyrant, adding mobility and an even more dynamic presence on the tabletop.

Every element of the sculpt—from chitinous armor plates to sinewy musculature—captures the alien menace of the Tyranids, offering hobbyists a rewarding and highly customizable project.

Models Included

• 1x Hive Tyrant (can be built as standard or Winged Hive Tyrant)
• Multiple weapon options including monstrous scything talons, boneswords, lash whip, and ranged bio-weapons
• Customization components for head, limbs, and biomorphs

Citadel Paints Recommended

To bring your Hive Tyrant to life with a striking Tyranid color scheme, consider the following Citadel paints:

Base Colors:

• Wraithbone
• Naggaroth Night
• Abaddon Black
• Rakarth Flesh

Layer & Highlight:

• Genestealer Purple
• Xereus Purple
• Pallid Wych Flesh
• Screaming Skull

Shades:

• Druchii Violet
• Carroburg Crimson
• Agrax Earthshade

Technical & Details:

• Blood for the Blood God
• Ardcoat
• Lahmian Medium
• Tesseract Glow (for bio-energy effects)

These paints help emphasize the organic textures, alien flesh tones, and contrasting carapace colors that define a Tyranid force.

Product Features

The Hive Tyrant is a versatile and powerful HQ choice, capable of adapting to a variety of battlefield roles. Its customizable build options allow players to tailor it to their preferred tactics, while its commanding presence enhances nearby Tyranid units through synaptic control. As both a strategic asset and a visual centerpiece, the Hive Tyrant is essential for any Tyranid collection.