Games Books Black Library Shadow Of The Eighth 9781804073612 Release's April 20th 2024 A Minka Lesk Novel As Cadia burned, one young recruit rose to prominence. Now a respected captain, Minka Lesk and her Cadian 101st are on a mission to track down the missing 8th Regiment on a nightmarish war-wracked planet. READ IT BECAUSE The next chapter in Minka Lesk's saga after her battles in Traitor Rock explores both the horror and glory of the Cadian legacy in a violent galaxy. THE STORY The forces of Cadia struggle ever onward, desperate to avenge the destruction of their home world and prove that even in the wake of profound loss, they remain the exemplars of the Astra Militarum. When Minka Lesk and the Cadian 101st discover a relic of the missing Cadian 8th – thought lost in the planet’s defence – they see an opportunity to right a past wrong, and follow the trail to Telken’s Rest, a world at the core of the Chaos warlord Drakul-zar’s collapsing regime. But the Imperium are not the only force to pounce upon the carcass of Telken’s Rest, and Minka soon discovers that there are dark secrets hidden amidst the icy sprawl of hab blocks and manufactoria. As the past comes back to haunt them, the Cadian 101st face a choice – will they stand firm and do what needs to be done, or will the spectre of what they have lost lead them astray? Written by Justin D Hill.
Games Books Black Library Deathworld An Astra Militarum Novel 9781804073094 Release's April 20th 2024 The First Ciaphas Cain Omnibus In the 41st Millennium, Commissar Ciaphas Cain, the hero of the Imperium, is an inspiration to his men – at least, that’s what the propaganda would have you believe. READ IT BECAUSE Enjoy tall tales of adventure and derring-do in Commissar Cain’s memoirs (annotated by a sarcastic inquisitor). T'au, necrons and Chaos cultists all fall before the self-proclaimed hero of the Imperium. DESCRIPTION In the war-torn future of the 41st Millennium, Commissar Ciaphas Cain is respected by his peers and an inspiration to his men. Although the reality might differ from the propaganda – Ciaphas is simply looking for an easy life and a way to stay out of peril. However, fate has a habit of throwing him into the deadliest situations, and luck (mixed with self-preservation) always manages to pull him through and onto the loftiest of pedestals. To survive, Commissar Cain must dodge, bluff, and trick his way out of trouble, even if it increases his status beyond his control! CONTENTS For the Emperor (Novel) Caves of Ice (Novel) The Traitor's Hand (Novel) Fight or Flight (Short Story) Echoes of the Tomb (Short Story) The Beguiling (Short Story) Written by Sandy Mitchell.
Games Books Black Library Ghazghkull Thraka Prophet Of The Waaagh ! 9781804076149 A Warhammer 40,000 Novel Ghazghkull Thraka, the Beast of Armageddon, is one of the greatest threats to the Imperium. For the first time, read his full story – as told to the Inquisition by his faithful banner bearer Makari. THE STORY For the first time, get a grot's-eye view of the inexorable rise of the greatest ork warboss since the Great Beast, in a novel packed with all the action and dark humour you'd expect from an ork tale. THE STORY Of the billions of orks who swarm the galaxy, the name of one strikes fear into the hearts of human and xenos alike – Ghazghkull Mag Uruk Thraka. The Warlord of Warlords… The Beast of Armageddon… The Prophet of the Waaagh!… With his tusks, fists, and power claw, he does the holy work of Gork and Mork – and soon all worlds will burn in his bootprints. Mystery shrouds the origins of such a beast as Ghazghkull Thraka. Rumours abound that the mighty warlord was once just like any other ork – but if that is the case, how did he rise from a lowly lad to the biggest of bosses? Many have lost their minds trying to unravel the secrets behind his rise, and Lord Inquisitor Tytonida Falx is no different. She has headed into the murky depths of heresy to find the answer – but this time, something is different. This time, she has something the others did not. She has custody of the one creature in the universe who claims to know the truth of it all – Ghazghkull’s banner bearer, Makari the Grot. Written by Nate Crowley.
Games Books Black Library Riders Of The Dead 9781844160198 A Warhammer Novel In the Chaos-infested wastes, two Empire soldiers find that the strongest of friends can soon become the bitterest of enemies. As they race towards a final cataclysmic showdown, the fate of their souls will be sealed forever. THE STORY It's an exploration of friendship, rivalry, and Chaos set in the wintry lands of Kislev, a truly unique example of Warhammer storytelling that could only have come from the pen of Dan Abnett. THE STORY In the Chaos-infested wastes, the strongest of friendships can easily be manipulated into the deadliest of rivalries. Far to the north of the Empire lie the dreaded Chaos Wastes, a dark landscape permeated by the corrupting magic of Chaos and home to the servants of the Dark Gods. Standing between this gateway to hell and the civilised world lies the frozen land of Kislev, bastion against the rising tide of evil. Two Empire soldiers get their first taste of battle as they join the campaign to repel the savage Northern Tribes. As the winter draws in, the last major battle sees their destinies thrown into turmoil as circumstances tear them apart and throw them onto opposite sides. Written by Dan Abnett.
Games Books Black Library The Art Of The Horus Heresy 9781800262775 A Horus Heresy Art Book Discover artwork from the entire Horus heresy saga, from Horus Rising all the way through to the climactic The End and the Death. THE STORY Take a trip from the end of the Great Crusade, through the galaxy-changing events on the killing fields of Isstvan, to the apocalyptic climax of the Siege of Terra with this collection of stunning Black Library artwork. DESCRIPTION Black Library has been telling stories set in the various worlds of Warhammer for more than two decades. During this time, the heroes and villains of these dark and gritty settings have been immortalised through rich, dynamic illustrations. Here, for the first time, is a specially curated collection of Warhammer artwork from across Black Library's Horus Heresy and Siege of Terra series. Within, you'll find detailed commentary on the creation and realisation of some of the greatest pieces of art ever committed to novel covers. This book offers over 200 pieces of full-colour artwork, with notes about the artistic choices made during the design process, depicting many fan-favourite characters and events. Inside, you'll also find a brand new reimagining of the classic cover for the New York Times bestselling novel False Gods .
Games Books Black Library Yaarick The Omnibus 9781804075401 An Astra Militarum Collection Before he was a legend, Commissar Yarrick was already a hero, as you'll discover in this omnibus of two novels, a novella, and six short stories set across his life and career. READ IT BECAUSE This gripping collection contains all of author David Annandale's stories about the famed commissar, and includes two novels – Imperial Creed and The Pyres of Armageddon – along with the novella Chains of Golgotha and six short stories, each revealing the bloody battles that helped shape a legend. THE STORY Time after time, Commissar Sebastian Yarrick has fearlessly led Imperial forces to victory beneath the black banners of vengeance, even when defeat seemed inevitable. From his early campaigns as a newly blooded officer from the Schola Progenium ranks, to the brutal battles of the Second and Third Wars for Armageddon, one thing has never changed: Yarrick will not fail. This omnibus contains: – Imperial Creed (Novel) – The Pyres of Armageddon (Novel) – Chains of Golgotha (Novella) – A Plague of Saints (Short story) – The Wreckage (Short story) – Evil Eye (Short story) – The Gallows Saint (Short story) – Sacrificial (Short story) – Sarcophagus (Short story) Written by David Annandale.
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Games Books Black Library Storm Of Iron 9781800262324 A Warhammer 40,000 Novel Hell has come to Hydra Cordatus. A massive force of terrifying Iron Warriors has invaded the planet and laid siege to its mighty Imperial citadel. Can the defenders hold out? And just what do these ancient traitors want with such a seemingly insignificant world? READ IT BECAUSE It's a true Black Library classic! This is one of the first novels to make the bad guys the heroes, and it introduces the mighty Warsmith Honsou, who would go on to plague the galaxy (and especially the Ultramarines) across many novels. This time, the Iron Warriors are pitted against their oldest foes, the Imperial Fists, which is always a guarantee of quality action. THE STORY On the nightmare battlefields of the far future, few foes spark more fear and dread than the Chaos Space Marines. Nurturing a millennia-old hatred, they attack without mercy, spreading terror and destruction in their wake. Now hell has come to Hydra Cordatus, for a massive force of terrifying Iron Warriors, the brutal assault masters of Chaos, have invaded the planet and laid siege to its mighty Imperial citadel. But what prize could be worth so much savage bloodshed and destruction – and how long can the defenders hold out? To celebrate the 21st anniversary of its release, Storm of Iron is being re-released in hardback with a suitably impressive new cover. Written by Graham McNeill.
Games Books Black Library Leviathan 9781804073872 A Warhammer 40,000 Novel A decorated Lieutenant of the Ultramarines recognises the signs of an imminent Tyranid attack and launches a desperate counter-offensive to save Regium, a proud Imperial world. READ IT BECAUSE The Imperium fights for its very existence against a threat unlike any other in the galaxy – a Tyranid invasion whose size dwarfs any yet experienced. THE STORY 'The dream.... it is a portent... of the end.' The fortress world of Regium has a proud history – for millennia, it has endured when others have fallen to ruin and damnation, standing defiant in defence of the Imperium of Man. But now it is shaken. Parasitic plagues run rampant, and Regium's citizens are haunted by dreams of horrific monsters feasting upon their flesh and marrow. Lieutenant Castamon of the Ultramarines recognises these signs of an impending Tyranid invasion all too well. Rallying his warriors, the battle-hardened veteran launches a strike force to slaughter the xenos in the outer system before it can reach Regium. But as this new tendril of Hive Fleet Leviathan proves unpredictable and deadly, Castamon and the First Company must harness all their skill, might, and zeal, or face utter annihilation. Written by Darius Hinks.
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Games Books Black Library Creed : Ashes Of Cadia 9781804073018 An Astra Militarum Novel Ursula Creed, Lord Castellan of the legendary Cadian armies, returns to the remains of their home world on a mission of the utmost importance. READ IT BECAUSE Follow the daughter of legendary commander Usarker Creed back to the scene of a galactic crime, and see how she deals with her father's legacy and the pressure that the name 'Creed' brings. THE STORY What does it mean to be Cadian after the Fall? Ursula Creed has come to terms with the loss of her home world. For decades she has built a glittering career in the furthest reaches of the Imperium, far from her legendary father’s shadow. But when unexpected orders arrive from the Avenging Son himself, Roboute Guilliman, the new Lord Castellan realises that the past may not be ready to let her go. Dispatched to the shattered remains of Cadia in search of Ursarkar E. Creed’s final battle plans, Ursula finds the planet a hellscape full of deadly secrets. What horrors claim Cadia’s corpse as their domain? What became of those left behind? What orders did Creed leave for Cadia when all was lost? And, most troubling of all, how can she succeed where her illustrious father has already failed? Written by Jude Reid.
Games Books Black Library Valdor : Birth Of The Imperium 9781804075104 A Horus Heresy Characters novel Constantin Valdor is the chief of the Emperor's Custodian Guard and among the closest of His companions. As the wars of Unity come to their end, he faces his greatest challenge, as dark deeds are required to pave mankind's road to the stars. READ IT BECAUSE Delve into the era of the Unification Wars and discover Constantin Valdor's sometimes unsavoury role in bringing about the Imperium of Mankind in this unmissable novel. THE STORY Constantin Valdor. It is a name that brings forth images of heroism, honour and peerless duty. For it is he who commands the will of the Legio Custodes that most esteemed and dedicated cadre of elite warriors. He is the Emperor’s sword, His shield, His banner, and he knows no equal. Clad in shining auramite, his fist clenched around the haft of his Guardian Spear, he is the bulwark against all enemies of the throne, within or without. Nearing the end of the wars of Unity, Valdor’s courage and purpose is put to the test as never before. The petty warlords and tyrants of Old Earth have been all but vanquished, and the Emperor’s armies are triumphant. What now for the nascent Imperium and what fate its forgotten soldiers, its Thunder Warriors and armies of Unity? A new force is rising, one which shall eclipse all others and open the way to the stars. But change on Terra is seldom bloodless and for progress to be ensured darker deeds are necessary. Written by Chris Wraight.
Games Books Black Library The Iron Kingdom 9781800261150 Dawn of Fire Book 5 A depleted Battle Group Praxis returns the slain heir of Kamidar to the Knight world's ruling family – and its embittered ruler, the Iron Queen Orlah. READ IT BECAUSE Nick Kyme continues the story of the Indomitus Crusade, as a vicious feud breaks out on the Knight world of Kamidar – and the agents of Abaddon are only too happy to stoke the flames. THE STORY A war-weary Battle Group Praxis arrives at the Knight world of Kamidar, ruled by the Iron Queen Orlah, to return the queen's slain daughter and heir, who died in Guilliman's name. In truth, the Imperium's mission here is twofold: to strip Kamidar of its resources in order to resupply the flagging armada, and to prepare the Ironhold Protectorate to become part of the defensive Anaxian Line, a crucial bulwark for the Indomitus Crusade. Yet Kamidar's Knights have survived for many years without the Imperium's aid, and what should have been a simple reunion between allies soon becomes a vicious feud. As division turns loyal souls against one another, the agents of Abaddon move in the shadows, seeking to manipulate this growing rift to their own ends. Can the Imperium restrain itself from laying an old ally asunder, or will the Hand of Abaddon arise triumphant, halting the Avenging Son's reclamation in its path? Written by Nick Kyme
Games Books Black Library The Macharian Crusade : Angel Of Fire 9781849703994 Book 1 of the Macharian Crusade Returning from the vaults as the Black Library Celebration 2023 Readers' Choice Winner for Warhammer 40,000, Angel of Fire is the first novel to depict the legendary Lord Commander Solar Macharius. READ IT BECAUSE It's the first-ever fictional exploration of Lord Commander Solar Macharius, one of the Imperium's greatest heroes – and through the eyes of some of his closest companions, you'll see the man behind the myth. THE STORY At the dawn of the forty-first millennium, Lord Commander Macharius and his forces embark upon the re-conquest of over a thousand worlds. A man of steel and fire, Macharius is the only one with the will to lead the massed armies of the Imperium to victory. As the crusade rolls onwards, it reaches the world of Karsk. In Irongrad, the Imperial forces face the crusade’s end unless Macharius and his army can defeat the dreaded Angel of Fire. Written by William King.
Games Books Games Workshop Chaos Battletome Slaves To Darkness None The Slaves to Darkness pursue power at any cost. They’ve sold their souls to the Dark Gods in order to forge a path to supremacy, and their ill-gotten strength makes them a terrifying force indeed. Ironclad champions and diabolical sorcerers lead warbands of madmen, mutants, and monsters to savage every foe they encounter, offering each death as tribute to their fickle and demanding masters. In turn they are richly rewarded, though the gifts bestowed by the gods are not always what was asked for… This book is a must-have for every general who wants to conquer the Mortal Realms with the Slaves to Darkness. Not only will you find a rich history and background extolling the dark virtues of these most heinous warriors, and macabre art to inspire you, you’ll also find everything you need to play them in your games of Warhammer Age of Sigmar. This 128-page hardback book contains: – Lore and history of the Slaves to Darkness, their conquests, heroes, and background about the Gods of Chaos whom they worship – Incredible artwork highlighting the diversity and depravity of the many warrior hosts who fight under the banners of the Slaves to Darkness – 54 warscrolls and pitched battle profiles, showcasing the vast variety of units available, including three faction-specific Endless Spells – Allegiance Abilities, battle traits, and enhancements including 8 command traits, 9 artefacts of power, 5 Lore of the Damned spells, and 6 Ensorcelled Banners – Rules for 6 distinct Damned Legions – Host of the Everchosen, Legion of the First Prince, Cabalists, Despoilers, Ravagers, and Knights of the Empty Throne – Path to Glory rules for your taking your malicious horde on a campaign of terror, as your Heroes attempt to gain the eye of the Dark Gods, achieving apotheosis or damnation for their efforts – Matched play rules, with 4 grand strategies, 5 battle tactics, and 2 core battalions to choose from ? – Twenty pages of masterfully painted models and armies to inspire you, including painting guides for recreating dirt-encrusted metal, grisly trophies, and lurid colour schemes This battletome contains a one-use code to add the book to your digital library in Warhammer Age of Sigmar: The App.
Games Books Games Workshop Soulslayer None A Gotrek Gurnisson Novel Gotrek marches to war alongside his newfound kin, the Fyreslayers. Yet the Slayer's soul burns brightly enough to spark the interest of the Idoneth Deepkin... READ IT BECAUSE Gotrek’s relationship with Maleneth and the Fyreslayers, and his unease with the unfamiliar Mortal Realms, make for a ripping yarn. Toss in his capacity for grievous violence, and an aelven enemy upon which to mete it, and you’ve got a recipe for a worthy entry in this classic series. THE STORY Gotrek Gurnisson is the greatest Slayer of the age. He is a furious relic of a dead world, a sworn enemy of Chaos and a stranger in the Mortal Realms. Now, reborn and hungry for vengeance, he crosses the war-torn lands of Chamon armed with new oaths, pitting himself against the forces of evil. Accompanied by the lethal aelven assassin Maleneth Witchblade, Gotrek marches to war with the Fyreslayers of the Grymm Peak Mountains, revelling in his newfound sense of purpose. The fire in the Slayer's soul has not gone unnoticed, however. Far beneath the sea, the Idoneth Deepkin are stirring, summoning an ancient power from the abyss – and their sights are set on Gotrek! Written by Darius Hinks.
A Warhammer 40,000 Novella Da Red Gobbo swoops in to lead a lost group of grots, much to the chagrin of one ambitious grot who hoped to win glory for himself. READ IT BECAUSE It’s a fascinating look into the mindset of greenskin culture from the perspective of a lowly grot, and featuring one of the most beloved characters in all of grotdom. THE STORY Redsnot was once Runtherd Killaskun's least-worst grot, a position held by guile and treachery. But now Killaskun lies dead, and the leaderless herd are poised to tear each other apart. Besieged on all sides by bloodthirsty worshippers of the Dark Gods, only one grot can rally the cowering runts to victory. And that grot should have been Redsnot. Instead, in swooped Da Red Gobbo, greatest hero of grot-kind, and the runts fell in behind the git like simpering pups. But Redsnot is patient. He knows that when bullets start flying, all sorts of unfortunate accidents can happen, and even Da Red Gobbo is susceptible to a knife in the back... Written by Denny Flowers
Games Books Games-Workshop Dark Imperium : Plague War SN: None Book 2 of the Dark Imperium Trilogy As the Plague Wars rage on, the Emperor's will manifests in Ultramar through miracles that confound the primarch Roboute Guilliman, even as he must rely on them when he faces his traitorous brother Mortarion. READ IT BECAUSE The battle between faith and science lies at the heart of Warhammer 40,000. Guy Haley explores it here as never before, through the eyes of Roboute Guilliman – the ultimate believer in rationality and the Imperial Truth. THE STORY Across the void and upon the worlds of Greater Ultramar, the battle for the Imperium rages on. Intent on rebuilding his home realm and using it as a base to reconstruct the ravaged stellar empire of humanity, the returned primarch, Roboute Guilliman, proceeds with his war to drive Mortarion and his Death Guard Traitor Legion from the domain of the Ultramarines. Yet when Guilliman brings his brother to battle upon the diseased plains of Parmenio, the intervention of a greater power in their fraternal struggle threatens to upend the Imperial Regent’s understanding of the galaxy – and his place within it. Primarchs and ideologies clash in this second, thrilling installment of the Dark Imperium trilogy. Written by Guy Haley