The Maelstrom: A Preview of Chaos and Conquest
The vastness of space is a treacherous realm, and the Maelstrom, a swirling vortex of stellar storms and Warp rifts, is one of its most unforgiving regions. Here, in the heart of chaos, lurks Huron Blackheart, the master of the Red Corsairs, a Chaos Lord whose ambitions know no bounds. Blackheart, once a Space Marine of the noble Astral Claws Chapter, has turned his back on the Imperium, seeking to carve out his own domain and unleash his piratical forces upon the vulnerable underside of the galaxy.
The Maelstrom: Lair of the Tyrant
The upcoming narrative expansion, The Maelstrom: Lair of the Tyrant, takes players into the very heart of Blackheart's domain. This set includes three books: The Lair of the Tyrant, Crucible of Champions, and Raid and Ruin. The first book details Blackheart's latest raid and the unexpected encounters with Aeldari Corsairs. Crucible of Champions introduces new rules for creating custom Warhammer 40,000 characters, while Raid and Ruin offers a campaign system that sends players' armies on a piratical spree across the void.
A luxurious Collector's Edition is also available, featuring alternate cover art and a red foil-embellished slipcase, adding a touch of pirate lordly treasure to the set.
Huron Blackheart and the Masters of the Maelstrom
Blackheart himself takes center stage with a new miniature, leading his Red Corsairs into battle. The set includes Huron Blackheart, a command squad of exceptional underlings, and a multi-part plastic set that can be fielded as two distinct units. This unit is particularly deadly in close combat, making it an essential addition for those seeking to field a Red Corsairs army.
Battleforce: Lords of the Maelstrom
The Battleforce box, Lords of the Maelstrom, introduces a new Reave-Captain and a diverse force of Red Corsairs Raiders, Chaos Space Marines, and upgrades. This set provides a comprehensive gaming experience, allowing players to field a wide range of units and customize their armies with sculpted shoulder pads and accessories.
Battleforce: Eldritch Raiders
The Eldritch Raiders, led by Prince Yriel, are also making their mark in the Maelstrom. This box set includes a new miniature of Yriel, along with a raiding force of Aeldari units, including the Void Dreamer Kharseth, Corsair Skyreavers, and a Starfang that can be built as a Vyper. The set also offers the option to build Corsair Voidreavers as specialists, adding versatility to the player's army.
The Maelstrom Battalion: Drukhari and Leagues of Votann
The Maelstrom is a haven for various factions, including the Drukhari and the Leagues of Votann. The Maelstrom Battalion boxes offer thematic armies, each containing a unique set of units. The Drukhari box features a Succubus war leader, Venoms, Reaver jetbikes, Hellions, and Wyches, while the Leagues of Votann box presents a compact but elite force of Kin and Ironkin, led by a Memnyr Strategist and Hernkyn Pioneers.
Map of the Imperium Knitted Blanket
Stay warm and cozy with the Map of the Imperium Knitted Blanket, a unique product that combines comfort and galactic exploration. Marked with the Imperium Sanctus and Imperium Nihilus, as well as notable locations like Baal, Macragge, and the blank space where Cadia used to be, this blanket is a must-have for fans of the Imperium.
Ghost Legion
The Alpha Legion's ambitions are explored in the follow-up to Renegades: Harrowmaster, titled Ghost Legion. The novel delves into the trials and tribulations of the Alpha Legion, with the warlord Solomon Akurra at the helm. The book is available in a beautiful Special Edition release, featuring a striking cover etched with aqua blue foil and signed by the author.
Death Rider
Death Rider by Rhuairidh James takes players into the desperate struggle of Commissar Valian Hesh against a suicidal assault by the Krieg 472nd Siege Regiment on T'au Empire lines. The novel is available in hardback, eBook, and MP3 audiobook editions, offering a gripping tale of survival against all odds.
Huron Blackheart: Master of the Maelstrom
The paperback release of Huron Blackheart: Master of the Maelstrom by Mike Brooks delves into the latest exploits of Blackheart, who, after a civil war, finds himself stranded in the Maelstrom, assembling a fleet of renegades, pirates, and traitors. This novel provides an in-depth look at Blackheart's rise to power and his impact on the galaxy.
The Twice-Dead King Omnibus
Nate Crowley's The Twice-Dead King Omnibus is available in French and German editions, collecting two epic novels, a novella, and three short stories. The omnibus explores the Necrons from different perspectives, offering a comprehensive look at this ancient race and their complex relationships with other factions.
Voidscarred
Voidscarred by Mike Brooks, also available in French and German editions, focuses on the Aeldari Corsairs and their struggles with the Badskab Bukkaneers and the exiled Taenar Leotharan. The novel delves into the complexities of pirate life and the challenges faced by the Starsplinters, offering a unique perspective on the galaxy's most elusive warriors.
Upcoming Content on Warhammer+
Warhammer+ is set to feature a technical deep dive into the Movement phase of Warhammer 40,000, as well as a look at new rules for the Red Corsairs and Eldritch Raiders. The community is also eagerly awaiting the character creation rules in Crucible of Champions, promising an exciting week for Warhammer fans.
