Zombicide - White Death

The long-awaited sequel to medieval fantasy Zombicide is here, and this time, it brings a biting cold in an Asian era with it!

I like the setting a lot and the rule variants.

Yasuke, Zhi Shen, Fangbao and Zhi Yang

I am painting the Survivors to fit L5R Clan colours. So Yasuke and Fangbao are from Mantis, while Zhi Shen is Phoenix and Zhu Yang would be a Dragon.

Dragomir, Jenia and Sarnai

Both woman seem to outlander, so I decided to paint Dragomir and Sarnai as Unicorn, since this clan has the most to with people outside of Rokugan.

Ogon, Jianrui and Yinying

If you ask ChatGPT you can come up with some nice additional background:
Jianrui is a name that evokes strength, precision, and unwavering resolve. Whether as a title or personal name, it suggests a warrior who is both mentally and physically unbreakable — one who cuts through adversity like a sharpened blade. In fantasy or myth-inspired settings, Jianrui might be a famed swordmaster, a divine general, or the chosen guardian of an empire.
Since I painted Jianrui in Crane colours, Kakita Jianrui is a fitting name.

Yinying is a mysterious figure whispered about in ancient scrolls — a guardian born from shadow, who walks between worlds. Said to possess the grace of a flower and the courage of a forgotten dynasty, Yinying defends the balance between light and dark. Neither fully mortal nor spirit, they appear in times of great turmoil to guide the lost and strike down those who abuse hidden power.

Badang (converted with masked head), Shao (converted with Samurai helmet), Maeda Matsu and Uesugi Aya

Badang is a legendary strongman from Malay mythology, associated with the ancient kingdom of Singapore. Once a humble fisherman, he gained superhuman strength after freeing a water spirit in exchange for a wish. Badang went on to become a hero of the royal court, performing incredible feats of strength - most famously, hurling a giant stone into the sea, an act linked to the real-life "Singapore Stone."

Since all  are painted in Scorpion clan colour, Shosuro Badang is my take.

Maeda Matsu was a prominent noblewoman during Japan’s Sengoku and early Edo periods. The wife of Maeda Toshiie, a powerful general under Oda Nobunaga and Toyotomi Hideyoshi, she was renowned for her intelligence, strength of character, and political acumen.
Although not a warrior herself, Matsu was deeply involved in clan politics and strategy. One of her most famous acts was voluntarily becoming a political hostage to Tokugawa Ieyasu in 1600 to ensure the survival of the Maeda clan after the Battle of Sekigahara — a bold gesture of loyalty and diplomacy.
After her husband’s death, she remained a respected matriarch and advisor to her son. Over time, Maeda Matsu became a legendary figure in Japanese history, celebrated for her wisdom, loyalty, and strength, and often depicted in popular culture as an idealized noblewoman or onna-bugeisha in spirit.

Uesugi Aya was a noblewoman from Japan’s Sengoku period (16th century), best known as the sister (or half-sister) of Uesugi Kenshin, one of the most famous warlords of the time. She was also the mother of Uesugi Kagekatsu, who became Kenshin’s adopted heir and successor.
Though not a warrior herself, Aya held a respected position within the Uesugi clan and played an important role in its internal politics. In later depictions, she is often portrayed as a wise and dignified woman, sometimes even with spiritual or priestess-like qualities, reflecting the deeply religious and austere image of her brother Kenshin, who worshipped the war god Bishamonten.
While Aya is a historical figure, her close connection to such legendary individuals has given her an almost mythic presence in literature, drama, and modern pop culture.

Soshi Uesugi Aya is my take.

The Necromancer, two Brutes (or Fatties) and 2 Runner. I like the Khan’s horde look, the Brutes however are not so much to my liking.

The 7 different Walker sculpts, I like them all.

Eternal Empire

“Ancient nobles used to be buried in mounds along with guards to escort them into the afterworld. Rumor has it that these unfortunate souls were replaced with golems, living statues meant to protect burial mounds from intruders. As the nobles were corrupted by necromancers, so were these ancient protectors. Sharing an uncanny likeness to zombies, terracotta walkers can bring each other back from destruction by their mere presence.”

I really liked the idea of having the ancient Terracotta statues to become animated, great sculpts and dead simple to paint!

“Nestled in the depths of the wintery land, far from other civilizations, the Eternal Empire has finally opened its gates to outsiders, in search of help against the zombie plague! Eternal Empire is a campaign expansion for Zombicide: White Death. This first-ever campaign expansion for medieval fantasy Zombicide features advanced equipment, new areas to explore, new Survivors, new Zombies, and a unique new Chi mechanic!”

I am absolutely looking forward to play the campaign.

Chi Statues and Yasuke

3 Terracotta walker and two Warden Brutes from the Eternal Empire box.

Abominations and a special Brute

The Kickstarter unlocked the usual huge amount of extra miniatures.

Zhu Bajie brute, the core box Abomination and the Hachiman Abomination.

Zhu Bajie, also known as Pigsy or Pig, is a well-known character from the classic Chinese novel Journey to the West (Xīyóu Jì), written in the 16th century by Wu Cheng'en. A former heavenly general named Marshal Tian Peng, Zhu Bajie was banished to Earth and reborn as a half-man, half-pig creature after violating celestial rules.
He is known for his gluttony, laziness, and lecherous behavior, but also for his loyalty and comic charm. Zhu Bajie wields a nine-toothed rake as his weapon and represents the human tendency toward indulgence and desire, offering both comic relief and moral lessons throughout the journey. His character adds depth to the narrative by balancing humor with moments of courage and growth.

Hachiman is a prominent deity in Japanese mythology, revered as the god of war, archery, and divine protection. Originally associated with agriculture and fertility, Hachiman evolved into the patron god of the samurai class, embodying martial valor and loyalty.
Hachiman is typically depicted as a divine warrior or archer, sometimes riding a white horse, and is often invoked for protection in battle and success in endeavors. His worship symbolizes the ideal fusion of spiritual devotion and martial discipline.

The beacon (the token was a bit plain for my taste) and Hannyah Necromancer.

Hannya is a figure from Japanese folklore and Noh theater, representing a woman transformed into a vengeful demon due to overwhelming emotions such as jealousy, rage, and sorrow. The name "Hannya" (般若) is also the Japanese word for wisdom, a reference to the complex duality of the character: a being consumed by pain, yet still possessing human feeling. Often the spirit of a woman betrayed or abandoned in love, who becomes a yōkai (supernatural creature). Though she is frightening, her story is rooted in human vulnerability, making her a symbol of how deep emotional suffering can lead to monstrous transformation.

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