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Day 11: Echoes of War: Astra Militarum - Last Step Backwards.

For Cadia, and the Emperor!
As the Chaos hordes of Luciver Anckor bear down upon the last settlement of Besana, only a thin line of Cadian Whiteshields bars their path. Led by the courageous Major Luka and supported by a single, battered Leman Russ, these heroic Cadians must hold out at all costs until reinforcements arrive.
Black Library tie-in mission:
To accompany the Black Library short story 'Last Step Backwards', this Warhammer 40,000 Echoes of War mission allows you to refight the courageous stand of the Cadian Whiteshields against Chaos forces on the Incardine Ridge.

 

[forkmaster]

If you look at the Advent Calender main page it actually already confirms what each story is about, at least the faction that it is about. From today;

Day 9 - Flesh Tearers
Day 10 - Death Guard (HH)
Day 11 - Inquisition
Day 12 - Tau
Day 13 - Necrons
Day 14 - Imperial Fists
Day 15 - Thousand Sons
Day 16 - Marines Malevolent
Day 17 - Mechanicus
Day 18 - Blood Angels
Day 19 - Dark Angels
Day 20 - Imperial Fists
Day 21 - Raven Guard
Day 22 - White Scars
Day 23 - Gaunt's Ghosts
Day 24 - Inquisition
Day 25 - World Eaters


Just a theory here, but according to the blog entry that was made a week or so ago, the 25th release will be a full novel. Now this calendar could only chart short stories, and that would mean that a short story and a novel will be released on Christmas Day. But I think that the calendar is telling us that the novel is a World Eaters novel, and on top of that the blog entry said that the novel was focused on a character from the 40k universe that we all know...

A Kharn novel perhaps?? I truly truly hope so. :biggrin:


LotN

The Advents + novel has been leaked and it appears that you were right with the exception of HH Death Guard.

http://astropate.blogspot.de/2014/12/kharn-egil-ironwolf-furie-bianche-e.html?m=1

 

[venomlust]

Along with a Kharn-related dataslate on the same day. Being the ultrapositive ray of sunshine that I am, I can only imagine the rules will be utter garbo, but they got me. My prediction for the cost of the dataslate? $9.99 USD.

 

[Lord of the Night]

The Advents + novel has been leaked and it appears that you were right with the exception of HH Death Guard.

http://astropate.blogspot.de/2014/12/kharn-egil-ironwolf-furie-bianche-e.html?m=1

Weird;

http://wh40k.lexicanum.com/mediawiki/images/1/13/DeathGuardSym2.jpg

That pointed-circle with a skull in the centre IS the Death Guard Pre-Heresy symbol. I don't see why some IG books get an Aquila symbol and some get a winged skull symbol.


LotN

 

[forkmaster]

Weird;

http://wh40k.lexicanum.com/mediawiki/images/1/13/DeathGuardSym2.jpg

That pointed-circle with a skull in the centre IS the Death Guard Pre-Heresy symbol. I don't see why some IG books get an Aquila symbol and some get a winged skull symbol.


LotN

I do agree as that looks exactly like the HH-DG symbol.

 

[forkmaster]

Day 12: Brethren (MP3).

The Story:
Ultramarines sergeants Sicarius and Numitor spearhead an assault on a tau-held world. As their jump-pack clad Space Marines clash with powerful tau battlesuits, the two sergeants discover that the Tau Empire and the Imperium of Man may have as many similarities and differences – but does that matter when the xenos threaten the Emperor’s realm?
Listen to it because:
All stories have their beginning. In this tale, we see the Ultramarines first encounter with the Tau. As the elite warriors of both empires clash, the differences between them become apparent.

 

[forkmaster]

Day 12: Broodlord: Painting Guide.

The Lurking Horror:
In a galaxy of monsters, the Broodlord is amongst the most terrifying. A great, hulking horror capable of tearing through almost any foe, the Broodlord is a striking xenos arch-fiend whose chitinous hide echoes the colours of the Tyranid hive fleets.
How to Paint:
This product is an excerpt taken from Invasion Swarms: Tyranids Painting Guide, detailing step-by-step how to paint your Broodlord and providing top tips on how to make this imposing Citadel Miniature really stand out on the field of battle.

 

[Lord of the Night]

Along with a Kharn-related dataslate on the same day. Being the ultrapositive ray of sunshine that I am, I can only imagine the rules will be utter garbo, but they got me. My prediction for the cost of the dataslate? $9.99 USD.

Oh multiple nerdgasms! I truly truly do hope that we are about to get a Kharn novel, hell maybe my prediction from a few years ago will come true. When Ahriman: Exile was confirmed I wondered if the Four Avatars would get a series each; Kharn, Ahriman, Typhus and Lucius. Maybe I was right...


LotN

 

[forkmaster]

Day 13: The Word of the Silent King.

The Story:
The Blood Angels and necrons, locked in a long and bitter war for the fate of the Gehenna system, are both endangered by the arrival of the monstrous tyranids. When the Silent King himself makes overtures of alliance, Commander Dante of the Blood Angels enacts a dangerous plan that could rid the Imperium of the Silent King forever – but when the two leaders meet at Devil’s Crag, everything changes…
Read it because:
One of Warhammer 40,000's great mysteries is explored. Why did The Blood Angels ally with their Archenemy the Necrons at Devil's Crag? This story may have the answers.

This is then the answer to the event which made 40k-fans cry out in terror across the globe.

 

[forkmaster]

Day 13: Datacards: Blood Angels.

The Scions of Sanguinius:
The Blood Angels are amongst the greatest heroes of the Imperium. Selfless and pure despite the curse that lies upon them, they fight to protect the Emperor's Realm, unleashing mighty psychic powers and courageous stratagems upon their foes.
Data Reference:
An eBook Edition of Datacards: Blood Angels, this product is an excellent reference tool for any Warhammer 40,000 player, detailing the psychic powers and Tactical Objectives found in Codex: Blood Angels and allowing you quick access to all this information on your phone or eReader.

 

[Lord of the Night]

This is then the answer to the event which made 40k-fans cry out in terror across the globe.

Oh nice! READING. IT.


LotN

 

[forkmaster]

Day 14: None More Loyal.

The Story:
Crimson Fists Sergeant Galleas and his squad are assigned to aid an inquisitor who hunts a notorious renegade Space Marine. Setting out to entrap the traitor, the Crimson Fists soon find themselves surrounded and in danger – and their enemy may know them as well as they know themselves, as an ancient and deadly secret is revealed.
Read it because:
The Crimson Fists have not had the best time of late - what with their home world near destroyed by an ork Waaagh! under mysterious circumstances. In this new story, their loyalty to the Imperium is pushed to breaking point as they come into contact with shadowy agents of the Inquisition...

 

[forkmaster]

Day 14: Egil Iron Wolf: Painting Guide.

Fear the Might of Fenris:
Hardened warriors who fight for Russ and the Allfather, the Space Wolves are incredible warriors against whom no foe can stand for long. Of all their Great Companies, none can match the Ironwolves for sheer armoured might, and wise foes have learned to dread the sight of this Great Company's distinctive iconography.
How to Paint:
This product is an excerpt taken from Companies of Fenris: Space Wolves Painting Guide, detailing step-by-step how to paint and base the Ironwolves, apply their tank markings, and colour their shoulder guards.

 

[The Scion of Chemos]

Oh multiple nerdgasms! I truly truly do hope that we are about to get a Kharn novel, hell maybe my prediction from a few years ago will come true. When Ahriman: Exile was confirmed I wondered if the Four Avatars would get a series each; Kharn, Ahriman, Typhus and Lucius. Maybe I was right...


LotN

I'm just hoping it isn't limited to ebook.
I will buy and read it regardless, but damn do I want a print copy of that to sit next to my Ahriman books!

 

[Lord of the Night]

I'm just hoping it isn't limited to ebook. I will buy and read it regardless, but damn do I want a print copy of that to sit next to my Ahriman books!

If this release follows the typical Christmas release, and there's no reason to think that it won't, it will be limited to an ebook for a few months. Ahriman: Exile was released at Christmas 2012 and wasn't available as a paperback until July 2013, and Straken was released at Christmas 2013 and has only been available for a month.

So don't expect Kharn to be sitting on your bookshelf until at least halfway through the year.


LotN

 

[forkmaster]

If this release follows the typical Christmas release, and there's no reason to think that it won't, it will be limited to an ebook for a few months. Ahriman: Exile was released at Christmas 2012 and wasn't available as a paperback until July 2013, and Straken was released at Christmas 2013 and has only been available for a month.

So don't expect Kharn to be sitting on your bookshelf until at least halfway through the year.


LotN

I hate this system. Release them at the same time and let the buyers decide for themselves which version they prefer the most.

 

[forkmaster]

Day 15: Ahriman - Gates of Ruin.

The Story:
Ahriman, sorcerer lord of the Thousand Sons, seeks the fabled Gates of Ruin, reportedly a safe way out of the Eye of Terror, far from the eyes of the Imperium. But when he finds the Gates of Ruin, he discovers that he has been drawn into a deadly trap. As daemons attack, Ahriman and his followers must draw on all their power and skill if they are to survive.
Read it because:
Misunderstood seeker of knowledge or diabolical Lord of Chaos? A bit of both maybe. Fans of the Ahriman series won't want to miss this latest instalment, as the Sorcerer finds himself snared in a fiendish trap as he and his followers seek to escape the Eye of Terror.

Released on the 15th day with a story about a former member of the XVth Legion. You really had me there Black Library. I'm currently reading Ahriman Sorcerer and I find it somewhat entertaining. No master-piece I'm afraid and I have some small issues with it. John French is a very nice guy though and always replies when I ask him stuff. He uploaded this list some time ago so I imagine this is the secret short story taking place prior to Sorcerer and I guess it ties in with The First Prince as that starts out with one of Ahrimans followers being struck down by daemons. It makes somewhat more sense then.

 

[forkmaster]

Day 15: Enemies of the Imperium: Wallpapers.

Wallpapers of War!
This product provides you with a collection of artwork from Warhammer 40,000 Codex covers for our non-Imperial races. Whether you're a fan of evil heretics fighting against the Emperor's light, or rapacious, monstrous xenos, this pack ensures you can wear your colours upon your desktop with pride!

 

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Day 16: Vengeful Honour.

The Story:
On the war-torn world of Armageddon, the Marines Malevolent and Black Templars come to blows once again. An honour duel is interrupted by the arrival of the monstrous orks, but when the battle ends, either Ballack of the Marines Malevolent or Vorda of the Black Templars will be dead… but by whose hand will the fatal blow be delivered?
Read it because:
The Marines Malevolent are a Space Marine Chapter you love to hate. Arrogant, inhuman, but no less deadly for that. In this story, they must set aside their animosity and fight side by side alongside their BlackTemplar allies, what could possibly go wrong...

Hey it's those annoying guys from that very mediochre novel!

 

[forkmaster]

Day 16: Brother Lamentarios: Painting Guide.

The Colours of the Angel.
The Blood Angels stride to war in the glorious livery of their Chapter. Their Sanguinary Priests are beacons of light and hope, bearers of the blood chalices that lend their brethren strength. Easily distinguished upon the smoke-darkened battlefield, the white, gold and red of the Sanguinary Priests makes them shine like Sanguinius himself.
How to Paint
This product is an excerpt taken from Sons of Sanguinius: Blood Angels Painting Guide, detailing step-by-step how to paint your Sanguinary Priest and providing top tips to help really make this Citadel Miniature stand out on the field of battle.