Vive l'Empereur! (French Peninsular Veterans)

Led by Chef de battalion François Léon de Rochebaron, this hard-bitten group of veterans escaped a Spanish prison hulk and emerged with a reputation forged in vengeance and relentless warfare. Their actions in the field quickly set them apart, earning a fearsome notoriety for their uncompromising methods of combat.

In Black Powder, this unit is designed as a narrative centrepiece, perfect for players looking to field character-driven regiments with a strong identity. It captures the darker, story-rich side of Napoleonic warfare where personal vendettas and battlefield infamy shape how a unit is remembered.

At the heart of the regiment stands Rochebaron himself, a commanding and highly characterful figure whose presence anchors the entire force and adds strong narrative weight to any Napoleonic French army.

• Special character unit inspired by the French 73rd Line Regiment
• Includes Chef de battalion François Léon de Rochebaron
• Cast in high-quality resin
• Highly detailed character miniatures
• Ideal for narrative scenarios and themed Napoleonic armies
• Compatible with Black Powder

Every model in the set reinforces the regiment’s distinctive identity, from its commanding officer to its most unusual companions, creating a force that stands out both visually and narratively on the tabletop.

On the battlefield, “The Butchers” bring a unique blend of character, brutality and storytelling potential to any Peninsular War engagement.