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In this episode, we explore Carcharodons: Red Tithe, the first book in the Carcharodons series from Black Library. Set on the grim prison world of Zartak, the novel plunges us into a deadly game between two of Warhammer 40,000’s most fearsome forces. The Night Lords have descended, casting terror over guards and inmates alike. But from the darkness of space, another force arrives—the savage, cold-eyed Carcharodons Astra, known for their silent ruthlessness.

As these two predatory factions clash in the shadowed corridors of Zartak, both pursue a single young inmate with rare talents that could shift the tide. Blood fills the halls as they battle for survival, where only the strongest will emerge alive.

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In this episode, we dive into Legend of the Space Marines, an anthology of Warhammer 40,000 stories that celebrates the valor, resilience, and sacrifices of Loyalist Space Marine Chapters. Each tale in this collection unveils unique and gripping battles where Space Marines confront enemies both alien and within.

From the deadly encounter of Hell Night by Nick Kyme, to the shadowed secrecy in Cover of Darkness by Mitchel Scanlon, and the haunting quest in The Relic by Jonathan Green, this anthology showcases the strength and courage required to defend the Imperium. We’ll also explore Twelve Wolves by Ben Counter, where a brutal test of loyalty unfolds, and The Returned by James Swallow, which tells of warriors defying fate to fight another day.

Join us as we discuss these captivating stories, where each chapter of Space Marines faces daunting challenges, including the Mantis Warriors’ fierce Trial by C.S. Goto, and the relentless battles of the Orphans of the Kraken by Richard Williams. With tales of honor, sacrifice, and unyielding duty, tune in as we unravel the legendary exploits of the Imperium’s finest defenders.

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In this episode, we journey into a collection of Warhammer 40,000 tales, where champions from the Imperium and the forces of Chaos face relentless battles, fierce rivalries, and internal conflicts. From the brutal Skull Harvest, where Honsou competes in a deadly contest to lead a new army against Ultramar, to Gauntlet Run, a high-stakes chase of Imperial Fists Scouts by Ork Speed Freaks, each story unveils the brutal, complex, and often dark world of the Warhammer universe.

We’ll explore the varied struggles of Space Marine Chapters, including the Avenging Sons in Renegades, torn by disillusionment, and the Salamanders in Fires of War, battling Chaos forces and Dragon Warriors. In Headhunted, a Deathwatch Kill-Team risks everything on an Ork ship to recover the head of a powerful Weirdboy Warboss, while And They Shall Know No Fear... examines the Black Templars' mysterious motives on the Chaos-tainted world of Stygia XII.

Join us as we discuss these intense stories, featuring epic duels like the one in Honour Among Fiends between Black Legion’s Scaevolla and his former brother, as well as harrowing choices faced by warriors like the Crimson Fists in One Hate. Tune in to experience the ongoing, brutal struggle for survival, honor, and dominion in the Warhammer 40,000 universe, where even the strongest can be tested by loyalty, darkness, and the unyielding force of Chaos.

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In this episode, we explore the grim tale of the Iron Hands, a Warhammer 40,000 Chapter marked by a tortured history and an unyielding belief in the maxim: the flesh is weak. These heavily cybernetic warriors, with their cold demeanor and machine-like precision, are relentless in their mission to bring the Emperor’s judgment to all corners of the galaxy.

When the world of Thennos—a sovereign territory of the Adeptus Mechanicus—falls into insurrection, the Iron Hands respond with ruthless force, launching a campaign of extermination. But beneath the surface of Thennos lies a hidden darkness, a horror that challenges their devotion to logic and the purity of the machine. As the Iron Hands press forward, they find themselves confronting something far more sinister, a force that tempts them with ruinous power.

Join us as we dissect this chilling story of duty, cold retribution, and the unyielding resolve of the Iron Hands as they confront a threat beyond even their iron will.

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In this episode, we dive into Deus Encarmine, the first novel in the Blood Angels series by James Swallow. This tale follows the journey of Rafen, a Space Marine of the Blood Angels, as he grapples with a powerful internal conflict between loyalty to his Chapter and loyalty to his blood-brother, Arkio.

When Arkio is declared the reincarnation of the revered Primarch Sanguinius, the Chapter unites in devotion to the "Reborn Angel"—all except Rafen, who remains troubled by his doubts. Meanwhile, Inquisitor Remius Stele, a hidden agent of Chaos, stirs division, threatening to fracture the Chapter from within. With tension building, the ruthless Lord of Death, Mephiston, is sent by Chapter Master Dante to investigate and pass judgment. Known for his unforgiving nature, Mephiston’s arrival only intensifies the stakes.

Join us as we explore this tale of faith, betrayal, and brotherhood, uncovering the dangerous power of devotion and the shadow of Chaos looming over the Blood Angels.

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In this episode, we delve into Blood of Asaheim by Chris Wraight, a Warhammer 40,000 novel that explores loyalty, rivalry, and survival amidst the horrors of war. Space Wolves Ingvar and Gunnlaugr, reunited after decades of service to the Deathwatch and their Chapter, are dispatched to protect a sacred shrine world from the relentless Death Guard, bearers of plague and corruption.

As the Grey Hunters arrive, they find unexpected friction with the Sisters of Battle, who view the fierce and untamed Space Wolves with suspicion—barely distinguishing them from the heretics they face. As enemies close in and treachery is uncovered, Gunnlaugr and his pack must unite the defenders or risk losing everything to the encroaching darkness. Join us as we explore this story of brotherhood under fire, hidden tensions, and the clash between faith and fury in the Warhammer 40,000 universe.

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In this episode, we dive into Deathwing, a Warhammer 40,000 anthology that reveals gripping tales of the Dark Angels Space Marine Chapter. Edited by Neil Jones and David Pringle, this collection focuses on the elite Terminator company, Deathwing, as they battle across the galaxy’s darkest corners.

We begin with an overview of the grim, dark future of Warhammer 40,000 before plunging into tales of Deathwing's relentless fight against threats such as a genestealer infestation on their homeworld and the treachery of a rogue psyker. The anthology culminates in an intense confrontation between the Dark Angels and the forces of Chaos, where a traitorous Space Marine conspires with the enemy to breach the Chapter’s defenses.

Tune in as we explore these stories of loyalty, sacrifice, and the unending struggle against darkness, highlighting the honor and resilience that define the Dark Angels.

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In this episode, we delve into Deathwatch by Steve Parker, a novel that takes us into the deadly world of Kill-team Talon. As the first full-length story to feature Talon Squad, we witness how these Space Marines from different Chapters come together under the Deathwatch’s banner, transforming into elite xenos hunters trained in the iron discipline of a Watch Fortress.

Led by the skilled Brother-Librarian Karras, the squad embarks on a perilous mission assigned by the mysterious Inquisitor Sigma. Their target: a genestealer lair housing some of the deadliest and most insidious enemies known to the Deathwatch. With the fate of an entire planet at stake, Talon Squad must succeed in purging the alien threat or risk catastrophic consequences. Tune in to experience the thrilling action, teamwork, and relentless determination of the Deathwatch as they confront one of their fiercest foes in the galaxy.

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In this episode, we explore a Warhammer 40,000 novel that immerses us in the Ultramarines’ fierce battle against the Tyranids on the planet Styxia. The story begins with the initial defense of Cordus Via, where the Ultramarines face the terrifying infiltration of Tyranid forces into the settlement. As the battle escalates, we’ll delve into the tactical decisions made by the Ultramarines, including keeping patrols at a distance and coordinating with Imperial Titans from the Legio Fortitudis to reinforce the city’s defenses.

Join us as we discuss the massive Tyranid assault on Cordus Via, the strategic might of the Titans holding the front lines, and the climactic final attack led by the Ultramarines against the formidable Tyranid Norn Queen. This victory secures the planet for the Imperium, allowing the Imperial Guard to take on the remaining Tyranid forces at Plains Fall. Tune in to experience the Ultramarines’ strategic prowess, the horrific challenges posed by the Tyranids, and the relentless resolve of the Emperor’s forces in the face of alien threats.

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In this episode, we dive into Grey Knights by Ben Counter, a novel that reveals the relentless war between humanity’s greatest defenders and the forces of Chaos. The Grey Knights, elite warriors wielding both psychic powers and unshakable faith, stand as humanity's last line of defense against the daemonic. Join us as we follow Justicar Alaric and his squad on a harrowing mission to the Trail of Saint Evisser, where they face the impending threat of the daemon prince Ghargatuloth.

Amidst this dark quest, Alaric hunts the rogue Inquisitor Valinov, desperate for clues to Ghargatuloth's plans. Stranded on the hostile world of Sophano Secundus after a brutal confrontation, Alaric and his battle-brothers are forced to navigate impossible odds. Tune in as we explore the courage, sacrifice, and supernatural challenges facing the Grey Knights in their unending war against Chaos.