The Horus Heresy series from Black Library is massive, boasting 54 novels and short story collections before we even get to the gates of the Imperial Palace in the Siege of Terra series. But where is a book lover to start? And how do you know what’s next?
The upcoming Horus Heresy Saga series is a curated collection of 12 iconic novels which takes you through the pivotal events of the Age of Darkness, from the Warmaster’s rebellion to the Traitors’ arrival in the Sol System.
Each book in the Saga will feature brand new cover art by Neil Roberts, the artist who did all (except one) of the original Horus Heresy and Siege of Terra cover art.
Of course, we’re starting with award winning Dan Abnett’s classic opener Horus Rising and the cover looks a little something like this:
It’s a perfect way for newcomers to jump into the series, and it also lets veteran Heresy readers relive some of their favourite novels. Has it really been nearly 20 years since the release of Horus Rising? Sounds like warp shenanigans to us.
The 12 books that make up this collection will include:
Horus Rising by Dan Abnett
False Gods by Graham McNeill
Galaxy in Flames by Ben Counter
The Flight of the Eisenstein by James Swallow
Fulgrim by Graham McNeill
The First Heretic by Aaron Dembski-Bowden
Prospero Burns by Dan Abnett
Know No Fear by Dan Abnett
Betrayer by Aaron Dembski-Bowden
Praetorian of Dorn by John French
The Master of Mankind by Aaron Dembski-Bowden
Slaves to Darkness by John French
These novels cover some of the most important moments of the Heresy: the battles of Isstvan III and V, the fall of Lorgar and the Word Bearers to Chaos, the burnings of Prospero and Calth, and a look at what the Emperor was doing on Terra while Horus was making his way across the galaxy. Each one will be released first in a hardback English edition, before making it to paperback in English, French, and German.
Of course, these novels are also great jumping-off points for exploring the rest of the original Horus Heresy series.
Look out for more cover artwork reveals here at Warhammer Community as the series goes on, and in the meantime, head back to our Preview Show hub to see everything else we’re showing off today.
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