The best books about Chaos and the traitors in Warhammer 40,000
If you want to understand the world of Warhammer 40,000, you also need to deal with the chaotic forces of the Warp. For many fans, Chaos and its followers even have a special allure.
The four Chaos Gods Khorne, Nurgle, Slaanesh, and Tzeentch all have their own domains and worshippers, including fallen Space Marines. There are numerous exciting stories with many facets related to them.
1. Night Lords
The Night Lords are not the strongest but probably the most cruel traitor legion. After the death of their Primarch Konrad Curze, they seek vengeance and use their expertise in psychological warfare and terror.
The trilogy by Aaron Dembski-Bowden follows a war party of the Night Lords in their battle against the Imperium, the elven-like Aeldari, and the False Emperor himself.
2. The Ghost Legion
Hardly any legion is as mysterious as the Alpha Legion, of which one does not even know if they are truly traitors. Specializing in secrecy and infiltration, there are more rumors and speculations about the Alpha Legion than hard facts.
In The Ghost Legion by Mike Brooks, you will read the story of Solomon Akurra, the leader of the Serpent’s Teeth, who wants to gather the scattered members of the Alpha Legion under one banner again.
3. Ahriman: Chronicles of the Exiled
Magnus the Red is regarded as one of the most tragic figures in Warhammer 40,000. Although, or rather: because he always wanted the best and fought for it, he eventually succumbed to the intrigues of others and was drawn into Chaos – along with his Thousand Sons.
Ahriman by John French tells the story of the titular sorcerer, who was cast out by the Thousand Sons after a spell transformed most of his brothers into fleshless husks. The novel gives you insight into the backgrounds of the famous Rubric Marines and offers a new perspective on Magnus.
