Elf Battle Mage (Wardar) Bust by Primal Collectibles

They say Wardar crossed the Wasteland alone, armed with nothing but a curved axe, a greatsword, and a fury that the scorched earth itself seemed to respect.

• ✔ Large-scale display bust — significantly bigger than standard 32mm
• ✔ Resin printed fresh to order in the UK
• ✔ Supplied unpainted — ideal as a centrepiece painting project
• ✔ Designed for display shelves and painting competitions

From Primal Collectibles' Wasteland series comes Wardar — a half-wild elf battle mage whose appearance speaks of a life spent far beyond civilised borders. His braided locks frame a face set in weathered determination, and the layered feather-and-hide mantle across his shoulders hints at battles fought without the luxury of a forge nearby. Two weapons hang from his frame — a large curved axe at his hip and a greatsword strapped diagonally across his back — the loadout of someone who expects every fight to go sideways. The flowing cape that billows behind him carries the texture of worked hide, every crease and fold captured with striking fidelity.

This is a bust format, which means the focus falls entirely on character: the intensity of Wardar's expression, the intricate strap-work across his torso, the rough-hewn quality of his armour. Whether you're a painter looking for a show-quality centrepiece or a Dungeon Master who wants a visual anchor for a wandering elven swordmage NPC, this piece carries genuine presence. The sculpt rewards ambitious paint schemes — OSL from the axe blade, sun-bleached tones on the hide mantle, and contrast work on those braided locks are all waiting to be explored.

Suited to adventurers who:

• Want a high-detail bust for a serious painting project
• Are building a Wasteland or post-civilisation fantasy display collection
• Need visual inspiration for a wandering elven ranger, fighter, or battle mage NPC
• Are drawn to morally complex, survival-hardened characters with a story written across their face

Encounter Hook:
The party has been tracking a series of ambushes along the Ashridge Road — caravans hit clean, no survivors, nothing taken. When they finally corner the culprit, they find Wardar crouched over a dying merchant, closing the man's eyes. He doesn't explain. He just says: "There are worse things in this wasteland than me. You'd do well to remember that before you draw those blades."

Details

What's included:
Wardar is a bust-format miniature from the Wasteland collection by Primal Collectibles, presented on a studded circular display base. As a bust, this piece is not intended as a standard tabletop combat mini — it shines as a display model and painter's showcase piece. Suitable for both gaming inspiration and display collecting.

Sculpted by Primal Collectibles — visit their page to see more of their work.

The cats have been informed this miniature is excellent. They remained unmoved but present.

Works beautifully alongside fey creatures for complete wasteland campaigns — or explore more from Primal.

Ready to add this adventurer to your collection? Order today and we'll print it fresh for you here in the UK. 🐾🐈‍⬛🎲