Victrix Plastic Miniatures
Islamic Horse Archers (28mm)
This 28mm scale plastic set from Victrix depicts medieval Islamic horse archers, the backbone of Islamic armies throughout the Middle Ages and a dominant battlefield force during the Crusades. Representing Seljuk and Turkoman warriors, the kit offers excellent variety and dynamic posing for building fast-moving mounted units.
Turkoman tribes fought in large numbers as auxiliaries within Seljuk and other Islamic armies, renowned for their mastery of mounted archery and flexible hit-and-run tactics. This set captures that fluid fighting style with multiple bow poses and optional equipment.
- 28mm scale plastic cavalry set
- 12 mounted Islamic horse archers
- Mix of Seljuk and Turkoman head options
- Wide variety of bow arm poses, including left-arm options
- Multiple shield styles, mountable on arms or hung from saddles
- Standard bearer options
- Drawn swords included
- Arrow quivers and bow cases
- Ideal support for Islamic cavalry and infantry forces
Overview
Horse archers formed the striking arm of many Islamic armies, combining speed, manoeuvrability, and ranged firepower. Their ability to harass enemy formations while avoiding close combat made them especially effective against heavier troops.
This Victrix set provides everything needed to build a flexible mounted unit, whether for historical wargaming, narrative campaigns, or display projects. With extensive pose and equipment options, it offers plenty of scope for creating varied and characterful cavalry formations.
