readnoughts among the Dark Angels are perhaps even more revered by their brethren than those in other Space Marine Chapters. Other than the highest echelons of the Unforgiven's leadership, the entombed Dreadnoughts know the most about the shadowy history of the Dark Angels — because they lived it. Members of the Inner Circle all, these Dreadnoughts and Venerable Dreadnoughts fight with purposeful ferocity to bring the Fallen to the Emperor's justice.

Such key figures in a Dark Angels army deserve special attention in terms of modeling and painting. This article looks at how to assemble a Dark Angels Venerable Dreadnought, how to give it a Ravenwing-themed base, and it finishes with a gallery of painted Dreadnoughts to inspire your own work. Follow the links below to find out more about these ancient warriors.