Yumi Samurai Archers - The Patient Hunter
Long before steel met steel, the arrow decided the battle.
Mastery of the yumi is often associated with standing tall in rigid, disciplined firing lines, but true survival sometimes requires a different approach. "The Patient Hunter" captures a seasoned archer operating far ahead of the main force. Dropping into a low, evasive crouch, he navigates the uneven terrain while keeping his asymmetrical bow angled horizontally to avoid snagging on low branches or giving away his position behind cover.
His intense, unblinking glare is locked onto an approaching target, and his fingers carefully nock a specialized, heavy broadhead arrow—designed not for long-range volley fire, but for a devastating, flesh-tearing impact at close range. Clad in forest-green robes that naturally blend with the undergrowth, this warrior is a master of the ambush, waiting for the perfect, fatal moment to draw and loose.
For tabletop generals and RPG players, this miniature is the perfect representation of a ranger, a forward scout, or a dedicated sniper moving through dense woodland. Painters will find the crisp details of his woven bamboo forearm guards and the intricate fletching of the arrows in his quiver to be a deeply rewarding project, offering fantastic opportunities for natural, earthy tones.
Height (32 mm): 38 mm
Height (28 mm): 33 mm
Height (32 mm heroic): 41 mm
Heights are with base. Bases are about 4mm high.
Base size: 25 mm
Colour images are visual representations.
While they closely reflect the final model, minor variations in fine details may occur.
The final product is a physical 3D-printed item.
The unpainted renders show the exact sculpt that will be printed.
This Yumi Samurai Archer was designed by Forged Path Miniatures and made by Mad Miniatures under license. He comes unpainted and with a separate base as shown in the grey renders. That means some assembly is needed. The base was designed by Monolith Arts.
