The Maggotkin are the servants of Nurgle, the Chaos god of plague and decay, who spreads disease with a strange, fatherly joy.
Faction guide, last updated November 4, 2026. We update it whenever the army gets news, new models or a new book.
Maggotkin of Nurgle at a glance
| Army | Maggotkin of Nurgle |
| Side | Chaos |
| Famous for | Plague, rot and jolly daemons |
| Playstyle | Slow but incredibly tough |
| Beginner friendly | Yes, messy painting looks great |
| Classic colours | Sickly greens, bone and rust |
Who are they?
Nurgle's followers include rotting mortal warriors called Rotbringers and daemons like Plaguebearers and the giant Great Unclean Ones. They see disease as a gift and want to share it with everyone.
How they play
Maggotkin are slow and very hard to kill. They grind the enemy down while spreading disease across the battlefield.
Where to start
Every Age of Sigmar army can start with a Spearhead box, a small ready-to-play force for quick games. Around Christmas, Games Workshop also releases discounted Battleforce boxes.
Painting tips
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Rot is easy to paint: sickly green skin, bone, rust and glossy slime. Washes and drybrushing hide any mistakes. A paint set is all you need.
Latest news
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Sources
- Warhammer Community warhammer-community.com
- Games Workshop warhammer.com