{"product_id":"astra-militarum-chimera","title":"Astra Militarum:  Baneblade","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"Y3BBE\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAMQAA\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003eThe Baneblade is an Astra Militarum super-heavy battle tank, described as a rolling fortress with overwhelming firepower and formidable armor. Based on ancient technology from the Imperium's past, it is a rare and revered asset on the battlefield, often forming the centerpiece of armored columns. \u003cbr\u003eBattlefield role and lore\u003cbr\u003eMobile fortress: The Baneblade is exceptionally durable, built with thick plasteel and ceramite armor, and can absorb immense punishment. This survivability allows it to serve as a command vehicle and a focal point for the Imperial battle line, with smaller tanks and infantry taking cover in its shadow.\u003cbr\u003eAncient technology: These tanks are among the oldest armored vehicles in the Imperium, originating from a Standard Template Construct (STC) design dating back to the Dark Age of Technology. By the 41st Millennium, Baneblades are so rare that a regiment is considered fortunate to possess even one.\u003cbr\u003eFormidable, but slow: Despite its impressive firepower and armor, the Baneblade has limitations. It is slow and unmaneuverable, making it vulnerable to faster, specialized anti-armor vehicles at long range. In close-quarters city combat, however, it is at its most effective. \u003cbr\u003eArmament\u003cbr\u003eA standard Mars-pattern Baneblade carries an extensive arsenal of weaponry: \u003cbr\u003eBaneblade Cannon: A turret-mounted mega battle cannon serves as the primary weapon, capable of inflicting heavy damage to all manner of foes.\u003cbr\u003eDemolisher Cannon: A hull-mounted cannon provides powerful, short-range destructive potential.\u003cbr\u003eCo-axial Autocannon: A smaller cannon is mounted alongside the main turret weapon.\u003cbr\u003eLascannons: Two side turrets are each equipped with lascannons for engaging armored targets.\u003cbr\u003eTwin-linked heavy bolters: Two side sponsons each house a twin-linked heavy bolter for clearing infantry, while another is mounted on the front hull.\u003cbr\u003eOther options: The tank can also be outfitted with smoke launchers, searchlights, and a pintle-mounted heavy stubber. \u003cbr\u003eVariants\u003cbr\u003eThe Baneblade's highly adaptable chassis has led to the creation of numerous specialist super-heavy tank variants: \u003cbr\u003eShadowsword: Replaces most of the standard armament with a Titan-killing Volcano Cannon.\u003cbr\u003eHellhammer: Designed for anti-infantry and light armor, this variant mounts a Hellhammer Cannon with a higher rate of fire.\u003cbr\u003eStormlord: A line-breaker tank that replaces the primary weaponry with a Vulcan Mega Bolter and has the capacity to transport a platoon of soldiers.\u003cbr\u003eOther variants: Additional variants include the Banesword, Banehammer, Doomhammer, Stormhammer, and Stormsword. \u003cbr\u003eWarhammer model\u003cbr\u003eThe Games Workshop Astra Militarum Baneblade plastic kit is a highly detailed model with 381 components. It is a versatile kit that includes parts to build any of the eight different variants. The kit also comes with cosmetic options for customization, such as extra armor plating, stowage, and different crew figures.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Games Workshop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45349776326850,"sku":null,"price":230.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0661\/1868\/0770\/files\/download_ca9fe868-3eb2-4191-91fc-3a30941ae4ff.jpg?v=1759424841","url":"https:\/\/gamersemporium.ca\/products\/astra-militarum-chimera","provider":"Gamers Emporium","version":"1.0","type":"link"}