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Join the loremasters as they delve into the most iconic characters and events from the worlds of Warhammer.Join the loremasters as they delve into the most iconic characters and events from the worlds of Warhammer.Join the loremasters as they delve into the most iconic characters and events from the worlds of Warhammer.Join the loremasters as they delve into the most iconic characters and events from the worlds of Warhammer.

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Abaddon the Despoiler

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Few names evoke such fear in the 41st Millennium as that of Abaddon the Despoiler. With a history pre-dating even the Horus Heresy, scant few beings can claim such long lives and such bitter grudges as he. Once serving the Emperor as First Captain of the Luna Wolves and the Sons of Horus, Abaddon now assaults the Imperium with singular purpose – to deal it a killing blow. In this episode of Loremasters, join us as we delve deep into the background, origins and motives of Warhammer 40,000's greatest villain.Few names evoke such fear in the 41st Millennium as that of Abaddon the Despoiler. With a history pre-dating even the Horus Heresy, scant few beings can claim such long lives and such bitter grudges as he. Once serving the Emperor as First Captain of the Luna Wolves and the Sons of Horus, Abaddon now assaults the Imperium with singular purpose – to deal it a killing blow. In this episode of Loremasters, join us as we delve deep into the background, origins and motives of Warhammer 40,000's greatest villain.Few names evoke such fear in the 41st Millennium as that of Abaddon the Despoiler. With a history pre-dating even the Horus Heresy, scant few beings can claim such long lives and such bitter grudges as he. Once serving the Emperor as First Captain of the Luna Wolves and the Sons of Horus, Abaddon now assaults the Imperium with singular purpose – to deal it a killing blow. In this episode of Loremasters, join us as we delve deep into the background, origins and motives of Warhammer 40,000's greatest villain.Few names evoke such fear in the 41st Millennium as that of Abaddon the Despoiler. With a history pre-dating even the Horus Heresy, scant few beings can claim such long lives and such bitter grudges as he. Once serving the Emperor as First Captain of the Luna Wolves and the Sons of Horus, Abaddon now assaults the Imperium with singular purpose – to deal it a killing blow. In this episode of Loremasters, join us as we delve deep into the background, origins and motives of Warhammer 40,000's greatest villain.

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Battlesuits are a potent symbol of the T'au Empire's mastery of technology. Combining mobility with overwhelming firepower, they embody the Codes of Fire that form the foundation of the T’au Empire's way of war. In this episode of Loremasters, presenter Wade explores the history and development of some of the most well-known models of battlesuit used by the forces of the T’au Empire.Battlesuits are a potent symbol of the T'au Empire's mastery of technology. Combining mobility with overwhelming firepower, they embody the Codes of Fire that form the foundation of the T’au Empire's way of war. In this episode of Loremasters, presenter Wade explores the history and development of some of the most well-known models of battlesuit used by the forces of the T’au Empire.Battlesuits are a potent symbol of the T'au Empire's mastery of technology. Combining mobility with overwhelming firepower, they embody the Codes of Fire that form the foundation of the T’au Empire's way of war. In this episode of Loremasters, presenter Wade explores the history and development of some of the most well-known models of battlesuit used by the forces of the T’au Empire.Battlesuits are a potent symbol of the T'au Empire's mastery of technology. Combining mobility with overwhelming firepower, they embody the Codes of Fire that form the foundation of the T’au Empire's way of war. In this episode of Loremasters, presenter Wade explores the history and development of some of the most well-known models of battlesuit used by the forces of the T’au Empire.

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The Kroot are mercenaries, hunters, and trackers often found in the service of the T'au, where they serve as shock troops, striking fear into the Empire's enemies. Often thought of as feral brutes due to their eating habits, there is much more to this adaptive avian species than many appreciate. In this episode of Loremasters, presenter Alex explores the Kroot and their role in the wider galaxy.The Kroot are mercenaries, hunters, and trackers often found in the service of the T'au, where they serve as shock troops, striking fear into the Empire's enemies. Often thought of as feral brutes due to their eating habits, there is much more to this adaptive avian species than many appreciate. In this episode of Loremasters, presenter Alex explores the Kroot and their role in the wider galaxy.The Kroot are mercenaries, hunters, and trackers often found in the service of the T'au, where they serve as shock troops, striking fear into the Empire's enemies. Often thought of as feral brutes due to their eating habits, there is much more to this adaptive avian species than many appreciate. In this episode of Loremasters, presenter Alex explores the Kroot and their role in the wider galaxy.The Kroot are mercenaries, hunters, and trackers often found in the service of the T'au, where they serve as shock troops, striking fear into the Empire's enemies. Often thought of as feral brutes due to their eating habits, there is much more to this adaptive avian species than many appreciate. In this episode of Loremasters, presenter Alex explores the Kroot and their role in the wider galaxy.

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The Dark Cells –  The Prison Beneath The Imperial Palace

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Enter the most secure prison in the Imperium, guarded by the fearsome Shadowkeepers of the Adeptus Custodes. Within the confines of the Dark Cells are held some of the worst horrors mankind has ever faced. But just why is this such an effective prison? And what type of prisoner requires such formidable guards? Find out in this episode of Loremasters.Enter the most secure prison in the Imperium, guarded by the fearsome Shadowkeepers of the Adeptus Custodes. Within the confines of the Dark Cells are held some of the worst horrors mankind has ever faced. But just why is this such an effective prison? And what type of prisoner requires such formidable guards? Find out in this episode of Loremasters.Enter the most secure prison in the Imperium, guarded by the fearsome Shadowkeepers of the Adeptus Custodes. Within the confines of the Dark Cells are held some of the worst horrors mankind has ever faced. But just why is this such an effective prison? And what type of prisoner requires such formidable guards? Find out in this episode of Loremasters.Enter the most secure prison in the Imperium, guarded by the fearsome Shadowkeepers of the Adeptus Custodes. Within the confines of the Dark Cells are held some of the worst horrors mankind has ever faced. But just why is this such an effective prison? And what type of prisoner requires such formidable guards? Find out in this episode of Loremasters.

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Operatives of the Emperor's Inquisition are among the most powerful individuals in the Imperium. In this episode of Loremasters, presenter Wade explores the origins and organisational structures of the Inquisition, as well as its role within the sprawling Imperial bureaucracy, several of the many differing factions and philosophies within it – and the threats facing Humanity that Inquisitors are sworn to defend against.Operatives of the Emperor's Inquisition are among the most powerful individuals in the Imperium. In this episode of Loremasters, presenter Wade explores the origins and organisational structures of the Inquisition, as well as its role within the sprawling Imperial bureaucracy, several of the many differing factions and philosophies within it – and the threats facing Humanity that Inquisitors are sworn to defend against.Operatives of the Emperor's Inquisition are among the most powerful individuals in the Imperium. In this episode of Loremasters, presenter Wade explores the origins and organisational structures of the Inquisition, as well as its role within the sprawling Imperial bureaucracy, several of the many differing factions and philosophies within it – and the threats facing Humanity that Inquisitors are sworn to defend against.Operatives of the Emperor's Inquisition are among the most powerful individuals in the Imperium. In this episode of Loremasters, presenter Wade explores the origins and organisational structures of the Inquisition, as well as its role within the sprawling Imperial bureaucracy, several of the many differing factions and philosophies within it – and the threats facing Humanity that Inquisitors are sworn to defend against.

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History of the Tyranid Invasions

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"The Tyranids have come from the cold, dark void beyond the edge of the galaxy, on a tireless search for biomass to consume. Now, Hive Fleet Leviathan – but a single colossal tendril of an even greater whole – approaches Holy Terra itself. In this episode of Loremasters, learn about the Tyranid invasions and the Hive Fleets behind them. Discover how the Imperium and other forces fought back during previous Tyrannic Wars, and what the Tyranid threat means for the galaxy as the Fourth Tyrannic War explodes onto the tabletop in the new edition of Warhammer 40,000.""The Tyranids have come from the cold, dark void beyond the edge of the galaxy, on a tireless search for biomass to consume. Now, Hive Fleet Leviathan – but a single colossal tendril of an even greater whole – approaches Holy Terra itself. In this episode of Loremasters, learn about the Tyranid invasions and the Hive Fleets behind them. Discover how the Imperium and other forces fought back during previous Tyrannic Wars, and what the Tyranid threat means for the galaxy as the Fourth Tyrannic War explodes onto the tabletop in the new edition of Warhammer 40,000.""The Tyranids have come from the cold, dark void beyond the edge of the galaxy, on a tireless search for biomass to consume. Now, Hive Fleet Leviathan – but a single colossal tendril of an even greater whole – approaches Holy Terra itself. In this episode of Loremasters, learn about the Tyranid invasions and the Hive Fleets behind them. Discover how the Imperium and other forces fought back during previous Tyrannic Wars, and what the Tyranid threat means for the galaxy as the Fourth Tyrannic War explodes onto the tabletop in the new edition of Warhammer 40,000.""The Tyranids have come from the cold, dark void beyond the edge of the galaxy, on a tireless search for biomass to consume. Now, Hive Fleet Leviathan – but a single colossal tendril of an even greater whole – approaches Holy Terra itself. In this episode of Loremasters, learn about the Tyranid invasions and the Hive Fleets behind them. Discover how the Imperium and other forces fought back during previous Tyrannic Wars, and what the Tyranid threat means for the galaxy as the Fourth Tyrannic War explodes onto the tabletop in the new edition of Warhammer 40,000."

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Mandrakes are beings of living darkness who feed upon the pain and fear of their victims. Hired as assassins by Drukhari and other ambitious souls across the galaxy, these creatures are incredibly deadly… if you are willing to pay the high price they demand. In this episode, Loremasters discusses what Mandrakes are, where they come from, and just why they inspire such dread in their foes.Mandrakes are beings of living darkness who feed upon the pain and fear of their victims. Hired as assassins by Drukhari and other ambitious souls across the galaxy, these creatures are incredibly deadly… if you are willing to pay the high price they demand. In this episode, Loremasters discusses what Mandrakes are, where they come from, and just why they inspire such dread in their foes.Mandrakes are beings of living darkness who feed upon the pain and fear of their victims. Hired as assassins by Drukhari and other ambitious souls across the galaxy, these creatures are incredibly deadly… if you are willing to pay the high price they demand. In this episode, Loremasters discusses what Mandrakes are, where they come from, and just why they inspire such dread in their foes.Mandrakes are beings of living darkness who feed upon the pain and fear of their victims. Hired as assassins by Drukhari and other ambitious souls across the galaxy, these creatures are incredibly deadly… if you are willing to pay the high price they demand. In this episode, Loremasters discusses what Mandrakes are, where they come from, and just why they inspire such dread in their foes.

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The ash wastes of Necromunda cover most of the planet's surface – a colossal expanse of toxic wasteland created by millennia of unchecked industry. While these deserts are home to storms, monsters, and murderous nomads, they also conceal treasures beyond imagining. In this episode of Loremasters, presenter Wade explores what the ash wastes of Necromunda are, what dwells within them, and why Necromunda’s inhabitants might find themselves fighting for their lives out on the ash waste highways.The ash wastes of Necromunda cover most of the planet's surface – a colossal expanse of toxic wasteland created by millennia of unchecked industry. While these deserts are home to storms, monsters, and murderous nomads, they also conceal treasures beyond imagining. In this episode of Loremasters, presenter Wade explores what the ash wastes of Necromunda are, what dwells within them, and why Necromunda’s inhabitants might find themselves fighting for their lives out on the ash waste highways.The ash wastes of Necromunda cover most of the planet's surface – a colossal expanse of toxic wasteland created by millennia of unchecked industry. While these deserts are home to storms, monsters, and murderous nomads, they also conceal treasures beyond imagining. In this episode of Loremasters, presenter Wade explores what the ash wastes of Necromunda are, what dwells within them, and why Necromunda’s inhabitants might find themselves fighting for their lives out on the ash waste highways.The ash wastes of Necromunda cover most of the planet's surface – a colossal expanse of toxic wasteland created by millennia of unchecked industry. While these deserts are home to storms, monsters, and murderous nomads, they also conceal treasures beyond imagining. In this episode of Loremasters, presenter Wade explores what the ash wastes of Necromunda are, what dwells within them, and why Necromunda’s inhabitants might find themselves fighting for their lives out on the ash waste highways.

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Azyr, the Realm of Heavens, is the domain of the God-King Sigmar, and has endured for centuries behind its sealed realmgates. The Eightpoints, meanwhile, are connected to every realm, ruled by Archaon the Everchosen. Explore the histories of the two ancient rivals and what their relationship may mean for the future of the Mortal Realms.Azyr, the Realm of Heavens, is the domain of the God-King Sigmar, and has endured for centuries behind its sealed realmgates. The Eightpoints, meanwhile, are connected to every realm, ruled by Archaon the Everchosen. Explore the histories of the two ancient rivals and what their relationship may mean for the future of the Mortal Realms.Azyr, the Realm of Heavens, is the domain of the God-King Sigmar, and has endured for centuries behind its sealed realmgates. The Eightpoints, meanwhile, are connected to every realm, ruled by Archaon the Everchosen. Explore the histories of the two ancient rivals and what their relationship may mean for the future of the Mortal Realms.Azyr, the Realm of Heavens, is the domain of the God-King Sigmar, and has endured for centuries behind its sealed realmgates. The Eightpoints, meanwhile, are connected to every realm, ruled by Archaon the Everchosen. Explore the histories of the two ancient rivals and what their relationship may mean for the future of the Mortal Realms.

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The Mortal Realms exist in a delicate balance with each other – and none more so than Hysh and Ulgu, the Realms of Light and Shadow, whose celestial dance creates the cycle of night and day across the realms. In this episode, discover what makes these two realms so special, and what the nature of the aetheric void really is.The Mortal Realms exist in a delicate balance with each other – and none more so than Hysh and Ulgu, the Realms of Light and Shadow, whose celestial dance creates the cycle of night and day across the realms. In this episode, discover what makes these two realms so special, and what the nature of the aetheric void really is.The Mortal Realms exist in a delicate balance with each other – and none more so than Hysh and Ulgu, the Realms of Light and Shadow, whose celestial dance creates the cycle of night and day across the realms. In this episode, discover what makes these two realms so special, and what the nature of the aetheric void really is.The Mortal Realms exist in a delicate balance with each other – and none more so than Hysh and Ulgu, the Realms of Light and Shadow, whose celestial dance creates the cycle of night and day across the realms. In this episode, discover what makes these two realms so special, and what the nature of the aetheric void really is.

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Gotrek Gurnisson was renowned either as the most or least successful Slayer of the World-that-Was, depending on your perspective – a seeker of death who was unable to die even when his entire world was destroyed in the End Times. In this episode of Loremasters, you can learn how he found himself reborn in the Mortal Realms, with a grudge against the gods themselves.Gotrek Gurnisson was renowned either as the most or least successful Slayer of the World-that-Was, depending on your perspective – a seeker of death who was unable to die even when his entire world was destroyed in the End Times. In this episode of Loremasters, you can learn how he found himself reborn in the Mortal Realms, with a grudge against the gods themselves.Gotrek Gurnisson was renowned either as the most or least successful Slayer of the World-that-Was, depending on your perspective – a seeker of death who was unable to die even when his entire world was destroyed in the End Times. In this episode of Loremasters, you can learn how he found himself reborn in the Mortal Realms, with a grudge against the gods themselves.Gotrek Gurnisson was renowned either as the most or least successful Slayer of the World-that-Was, depending on your perspective – a seeker of death who was unable to die even when his entire world was destroyed in the End Times. In this episode of Loremasters, you can learn how he found himself reborn in the Mortal Realms, with a grudge against the gods themselves.

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The Timeline of the Great Crusade – From Unification to Isstvan III

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Many consider Davin to be the beginning of Horus' turn to Chaos, but there's an argument that the seeds of treachery were sown long before – as far back as the founding of the Imperium itself, and the dawning of the Great Crusade. In this episode, we discuss the key events in the run-up to the cataclysmic betrayal at Isstvan III.Many consider Davin to be the beginning of Horus' turn to Chaos, but there's an argument that the seeds of treachery were sown long before – as far back as the founding of the Imperium itself, and the dawning of the Great Crusade. In this episode, we discuss the key events in the run-up to the cataclysmic betrayal at Isstvan III.Many consider Davin to be the beginning of Horus' turn to Chaos, but there's an argument that the seeds of treachery were sown long before – as far back as the founding of the Imperium itself, and the dawning of the Great Crusade. In this episode, we discuss the key events in the run-up to the cataclysmic betrayal at Isstvan III.Many consider Davin to be the beginning of Horus' turn to Chaos, but there's an argument that the seeds of treachery were sown long before – as far back as the founding of the Imperium itself, and the dawning of the Great Crusade. In this episode, we discuss the key events in the run-up to the cataclysmic betrayal at Isstvan III.

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Elite among the Mechanicum’s legions, Skitarii are augmented soldiers dedicated to the discovery and reclamation of lost technology. In this episode, we delve into who (or what) they are, and their role during the dark days of the Horus Heresy. Elite among the Mechanicum’s legions, Skitarii are augmented soldiers dedicated to the discovery and reclamation of lost technology. In this episode, we delve into who (or what) they are, and their role during the dark days of the Horus Heresy.Elite among the Mechanicum’s legions, Skitarii are augmented soldiers dedicated to the discovery and reclamation of lost technology. In this episode, we delve into who (or what) they are, and their role during the dark days of the Horus Heresy. Elite among the Mechanicum’s legions, Skitarii are augmented soldiers dedicated to the discovery and reclamation of lost technology. In this episode, we delve into who (or what) they are, and their role during the dark days of the Horus Heresy.Elite among the Mechanicum’s legions, Skitarii are augmented soldiers dedicated to the discovery and reclamation of lost technology. In this episode, we delve into who (or what) they are, and their role during the dark days of the Horus Heresy. Elite among the Mechanicum’s legions, Skitarii are augmented soldiers dedicated to the discovery and reclamation of lost technology. In this episode, we delve into who (or what) they are, and their role during the dark days of the Horus Heresy.Elite among the Mechanicum’s legions, Skitarii are augmented soldiers dedicated to the discovery and reclamation of lost technology. In this episode, we delve into who (or what) they are, and their role during the dark days of the Horus Heresy. Elite among the Mechanicum’s legions, Skitarii are augmented soldiers dedicated to the discovery and reclamation of lost technology. In this episode, we delve into who (or what) they are, and their role during the dark days of the Horus Heresy.

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Nehekhara, the land of the Tomb Kings, is a hot and arid desert to the south of the Old World. It was not always ruled by the dead – it was once a region of sprawling cities and the most powerful kingdom in the world. In this episode, Loremasters explores what happened to the realm once known as the Great Land, its mighty cities, its immense riches, and why it is now a realm of sand and bone.Nehekhara, the land of the Tomb Kings, is a hot and arid desert to the south of the Old World. It was not always ruled by the dead – it was once a region of sprawling cities and the most powerful kingdom in the world. In this episode, Loremasters explores what happened to the realm once known as the Great Land, its mighty cities, its immense riches, and why it is now a realm of sand and bone.Nehekhara, the land of the Tomb Kings, is a hot and arid desert to the south of the Old World. It was not always ruled by the dead – it was once a region of sprawling cities and the most powerful kingdom in the world. In this episode, Loremasters explores what happened to the realm once known as the Great Land, its mighty cities, its immense riches, and why it is now a realm of sand and bone.Nehekhara, the land of the Tomb Kings, is a hot and arid desert to the south of the Old World. It was not always ruled by the dead – it was once a region of sprawling cities and the most powerful kingdom in the world. In this episode, Loremasters explores what happened to the realm once known as the Great Land, its mighty cities, its immense riches, and why it is now a realm of sand and bone.

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The Kingdom of Bretonnia is a place of fertile farmland, towering mountains, and dark and dangerous forests, and famed for the fighting prowess of its nobles, knights, and peasants alike. In this episode of Loremasters, find out all about the people of Bretonnia, how their kingdom came to be, and what makes a worthy Knight of the Realm.The Kingdom of Bretonnia is a place of fertile farmland, towering mountains, and dark and dangerous forests, and famed for the fighting prowess of its nobles, knights, and peasants alike. In this episode of Loremasters, find out all about the people of Bretonnia, how their kingdom came to be, and what makes a worthy Knight of the Realm.The Kingdom of Bretonnia is a place of fertile farmland, towering mountains, and dark and dangerous forests, and famed for the fighting prowess of its nobles, knights, and peasants alike. In this episode of Loremasters, find out all about the people of Bretonnia, how their kingdom came to be, and what makes a worthy Knight of the Realm.The Kingdom of Bretonnia is a place of fertile farmland, towering mountains, and dark and dangerous forests, and famed for the fighting prowess of its nobles, knights, and peasants alike. In this episode of Loremasters, find out all about the people of Bretonnia, how their kingdom came to be, and what makes a worthy Knight of the Realm.