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Warhammer 40K Unveils Female Custodes Models Amid Controversy

1/19/2026

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Games Workshop revealed Warhammer 40K models on January 18, 2026, with female-presenting heads for the Adeptus Custodes.
Since 2024, the shift is shown by featuring female characters Calladayce Taurovalia Kesh and Tyrith Shiva Kyrus.
The new models show noble daughters can become Custodes, countering right-wing backlash.
The Legio Custodes models will be available later in 2026.

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Games Workshop revealed Warhammer 40K models on January 18, 2026, with female-presenting heads for the Adeptus Custodes.
Since 2024, the shift is shown by featuring female characters Calladayce Taurovalia Kesh and Tyrith Shiva Kyrus.
The new models show noble daughters can become Custodes, countering right-wing backlash.
The Legio Custodes models will be available later in 2026.