Wargames Atlantic - Afghan Cavalry review Arriving like a bolt from the blue (in their method of attack and their unexpected appearance through the Wi letterbox), Wargames Atlantic (WA)’s Afghan Cavalry is here. This new set includes two different frames - riders and light horse - with four of each packed into the box, allowing twelve dramatic mounted figures to be built. These skilled riders are a welcome addition to WA’s Imperial Conquests range, and match up well with the Afghan Warriors set they released a few years ago. As with that set, these riders are focused on the action against the British on the North-West Frontier, but you could go further back than that, or even a bit further ahead, especially with a few weapon swaps. Dramatic horses Catching the eye immediately is the new frame of dynamic light horses. These are some great sculpts and, thanks to the two-part headpieces (see below), they have far more refined reins than you see on most cavalry. Each frame has three body options in two halves, designed to match rather than be mixed, and four head-and-reins combos, which can be put on any of the horses. Tails come separately, and can vary the overall feel of the horse quite a bit; some are flowing behind, while others are swishing to the side. Equipped for battle The riders are rather good, too, with detailed parts and a variety of options. Four different talwar swords are included at different stages of use, and the one being drawn from its scabbard looks particularly cool. Accompanying those swords there are two small dhals (buckler-shields) - and, if you want to ride to the rhythm, there’s a drum. Fans of firepower will appreciate the two sets of arms using jezails, and a more standard musket is included, too. Our only possible issue with the set raises its head or rather spreads its legs when the rider bodies are put on the horses. The riders’ legs flare away from the saddle and sides of the horses, and will repeatedly topple off until you glue them in place. While there’s nothing inherently wrong with a somewhat wide straddle, it is a bit unusual, and, as they don’t ‘pinch’ at the top, it leaves them very loose on the saddle. Sure, you’ll want to glue them eventually, but it is quite nice to prime and paint figures in the saddle, and that’s tricky here. Because you built and painted the figure, you’ll be far more aware of it than any onlooker, but it’s worth considering before you buy a set or two. Back to the frame, and there are a lucky 13 head options to choose from, with a
