In the year 1899, a powerful uprising known as the Yihequan - or "Fists of Harmony and Justice" - swept through China, with the Empress Dowager secretly supporting its mission to rid the country of all foreigners. Dubbed "Boxers" by outsiders for their skilled martial arts, the group attacked both foreign residents and Chinese Christians. As the conflict reached its climax in the siege of Peking, the Eight Nation Alliance - consisting of Britain, France, Germany, Japan, Russia, Austro-Hungary, Italy, and the United States - banded together to liberate the foreign Legations.
With this versatile hard plastic box set, you can assemble up to 30 warriors, including the renowned Kansu (Gansu) Braves and Tigermen. Suitable for other time periods as well, such as the Opium Wars, the Taiping Rebellion, and the First Sino-Japanese War, this kit requires assembly and painting for maximum customization.