Victrix Plastic Model Figures
Ancient Armoured Samnites (28mm) VXA015
This 28mm hard plastic set from Victrix represents Ancient Armoured Samnites, a fierce tribal people from central and southern Italy. Part of the Oscan-speaking peoples, the Samnites gained a fearsome military reputation through their prolonged conflicts with the early Roman Republic. Fighting in loose formations and favouring hilly or wooded terrain, Samnite warriors were well known for their aggressive use of javelins followed by determined close combat attacks using short swords.
The set includes 24 finely detailed miniatures, capturing the distinctive appearance of Samnite warriors—complete with oval shields, ornate helmets, and dynamic poses. The variety of components allows for diverse unit builds, with optional arms and accessories to assemble command figures, including standard bearers and musicians. These figures are ideal for representing Samnites in battle against Republican Rome, or serving as allies and mercenaries in Carthaginian or other Italian armies.
The kit also offers historical flexibility, with parts suitable for assembling earlier Italic peoples such as the Lucani, Bruttii, or Campani. Supported by compatible LBMS transfers, this set is perfect for wargamers, painters, and ancient history enthusiasts alike.
- Scale: 28mm (1:56)
- Figures: 24 hard plastic miniatures
- 4 body types and 6 head variants
- 24 shields (4 styles)
- 36 javelins
- 6 unsheathed swords
- 6 totems and 6 trumpets
- Optional parts to build command figures
- Hard plastic kit, supplied unpainted
Note: This model kit requires assembly and painting. Glue, paints and tools are not included and must be purchased separately.
History:
The Samnites were a confederation of Italic tribes who resisted Roman expansion through a series of fierce wars during the 4th and 3rd centuries BCE. Renowned for their skill in rough terrain and bold tactics, they proved to be some of Rome’s most challenging early adversaries. Though ultimately subdued by the Republic, Samnite warriors continued to fight in the armies of Rome’s enemies and were frequently employed as mercenaries. Their legacy lived on through their influence on Roman military practices and their reputation for bravery and endurance in the face of overwhelming odds.
