Loremasters Season 1

Season 1

Air date: 2021-09-08

Episodes: 103

Episodes

E1: Abaddon the Despoiler

In this video Wade presents some of Abaddon the Despoiler's history from the Great Crusade to the Era Indomitus, showing how he became the Warmaster of Chaos.

Air date: 2021-09-08

E2: Archmage Teclis

Join the Loremasters once more as they examine the background of one of Warhammer's mightiest mages – the Archmage Teclis. Discover his rise to prominence in the World-that-Was and his ascension to godhood in the Mortal Realms.

Air date: 2021-09-15

E3: Ghazghkull Thraka

Ghazghkull Mag Uruk Thraka is the biggest, baddesk Ork Warboss the galaxy has ever seen. Join the Loremasters for a look at the origins of this hulking greenskin, and discover his journey from humble Goff warrior to Prophet of Gork and Mork.

Air date: 2021-09-22

E4: Nagash

Nagash is the petty, jealous, and immortal god of death, but he wasn’t always this way. He was once a petty, jealous mortal. In this episode of Loremasters, presenter Wade explores the history of Nagash from the World-that-Was and throughout the Age of Sigmar, covering the major events in his existence and his plans for dominion of all life in the Mortal Realms.

Air date: 2021-09-29

E5: Roboute Guilliman

Primarch of the XIII Legion. Lord Commander of the Imperium of Mankind. The Avenging Son. In this episode of Loremasters, presenter Wade explores the history and character of the Roboute Guilliman, some of the defining battles and events from his long life, and the challenges that face him in the Era Indomitus.

Air date: 2021-10-06

E6: Be'lakor in Warhammer Age of Sigmar

Be'lakor. The Herald of Conquerors. The Shadowlord. The Dark Master. The first Daemon Prince of Chaos has gone by many names over many thousands of years. Join presenter Wade to explore Be’lakor’s incredibly long history, his rivalry with Archaon the Everchosen, and his plans for the Mortal Realms.

Air date: 2021-10-13

E7: Mortarion

Mortarion, Daemon Primarch of the XIV Legion and perhaps the greatest servant of the Chaos God, Nurgle – whether he likes it or not. Take a closer look at the prince of putrescence in this episode of Loremasters.

Air date: 2021-10-20

E8: Archaon

Archaon the Everchosen, the Exalted Grand Marshal of the Apocalypse, is the greatest champion of the Chaos Gods that the Mortal Realms have ever seen. Discover his part in the destruction of the World-that-Was, his grudge against the God-King Sigmar, and his pledge to lay low the false gods of Order, Death, and Destruction.

Air date: 2021-10-27

E9: Realmstone

Join presenter Wade for an in-depth look at the Mortal Realms' most valuable material – realmstone. The solidified essence of the realms themselves can be used in undertakings both noble and nefarious, making it a source of near-endless conflict in the Age of Sigmar.

Air date: 2021-11-03

E10: T'au Empire Battlesuits

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.

Air date: 2022-02-02

E11: Stormvaults

What are the Stormvaults? Where did they come from? What do they contain? And what has Nagash got to do with any of it? Join presenter Wade as he investigates these mysteries and more in this episode of Loremasters.

Air date: 2022-02-09

E12: T'au Castes

Five castes, one people – the T'au caste system is the foundation of their empire. In this episode of Loremasters, join presenter Wade to explore the origins and functions of each T'au caste, and the roles they play in the Greater Good.

Air date: 2022-02-24

E13: Space Marine Power Armour

Power armour is synonymous with the Space Marines of the Imperium. In this episode of Loremasters, presenter Wade explores its origins, looks at the history of the iconic patterns of power armour that led to the creation of the Mk X suits worn by Primaris Space Marines, and shows us how the warriors of the Adeptus Astartes are armoured for war.

Air date: 2022-03-16

E14: Gotrek Gurnisson

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.

Air date: 2022-03-23

E15: The Inquisition

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.

Air date: 2022-03-30

E16: Necromunda: Ash Wastes

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.

Air date: 2022-04-13

E17: Tyranid Invasions

In this episode of Loremasters, you'll learn how the Hive Mind unleashes waves of specialised bio-organisms to overcome a planet's defences and consume it completely. Wade describes the stages of a Tyranid invasion that end with prey planets reduced to devoured, desolate wastelands.

Air date: 2022-04-27

E18: Morathi-Khaine

When Morathi emerged into the Mortal Realms she was a powerful sorceress, but far from divine. In this episode of Loremasters, presenter Alex explores Morathi's journey to apotheosis – from scouring the realms for key reagents, to pushing her alliances to the limit, and finally ascending as Morathi-Khaine, a god of the Mortal Realms.

Air date: 2022-05-11

E19: The Sons of Horus Legion

Shock assault troops with a reputation for skill and aggression, the Sons of Horus are often considered the most successful Legion of the Great Crusade. Join presenter Alex for a look at some of their greatest deeds, and what makes them so effective on the field of battle.

Air date: 2022-06-01

E20: The Imperial Fists Legion

Masters of siege and void warfare, the Imperial Fists are among the Emperor's most trusted Legions. In this episode of Loremasters, presenter Alex describes just how the VII Legion proved itself such an effective and impactful fighting force during the Great Crusade and the Horus Heresy.

Air date: 2022-06-15

E21: Skaven Great Clans

The skaven have spread throughout the Mortal Realms, bringing mayhem and destruction wherever they go. In this episode of Loremasters, presenter Alex explores the six Great Clans of the skaven and what makes them unique.

Air date: 2022-07-06

E22: Renegade Chapters

The Renegade Chapters of the Adeptus Astartes vary in strength and disposition, but all have broken their oaths to the Imperium and the Emperor. In this episode, presenter Alex describes some of these infamous warbands, how far they have fallen, and why they turned their backs on the Imperium.

Air date: 2022-07-13

E23: Imperial Knights

Join Loremasters presenter Alex as he delves into the long and storied history of the towering engines of war known as the Imperial Knights, as well as the varied cultures of the galaxy's many Knight Houses, and what role these colossal machines and their Noble pilots play in the defence of the Imperium.

Air date: 2022-07-27

E24: Ghur – Realm of Beasts

Ghur is the Realm of Beasts, a place of monsters and megafauna, where the very continents themselves prey on one another – and yet many peoples make Ghur their home. In this episode of Loremasters, presenter Alex explores the Ghurish heartlands and some of the events that have shaped them.

Air date: 2022-08-03

E25: Kroot

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.

Air date: 2022-08-17

E26: Leagues of Votann – Part 1

Who are the Leagues of Votann? Meet the formidable stellar empires and the hardy, pragmatic Kin that make up their numbers. In this episode of Loremasters, presenter Alex discusses the Kin, the Leagues, and the mysterious Votann themselves.

Air date: 2022-08-24

E27: Leagues of Votann – Part 2

Who and what are the Leagues of Votann? Where do they come from, and where are they going? Which of the galaxy's myriad civilizations do the Kin call friend, and which do they call foe? Journey to the galactic core and the very heart of Kin culture in this episode of Loremasters.

Air date: 2022-08-31

E28: Ulfenkarn

Learn about the cursed city of Ulfenkarn – from its beginnings as the noble metropolis Mournhold, through to the nightmarish rule of Radukar the Wolf, under which cruel vampiric overlords slake their every thirst.

Air date: 2022-09-28

E29: Dark Angels Legion

The First Legion are also among the most secretive. Learn more about them with presenter Alex as he delves into their history to discover how they rose to power at the beginning of the Great Crusade, and just why they were so trusted by the Emperor.

Air date: 2022-10-12

E30: Ogor Mawtribes

Hungry for knowledge about the mighty Ogor Mawtribes? Loremasters host Alex will feed you the best lore and background about these juggernauts of fat and muscle, and their history in the Mortal Realms.

Air date: 2022-10-19

E31: Stormhosts

The mighty Stormcast Eternals are split into Stormhosts, formed from warriors of similar origins or temperaments. Learn how some of the most famous and infamous Stormhosts were founded, how these superlative soldiers are arranged within their Stormhosts, and more.

Air date: 2022-11-02

E32: Cadia

Cadia was the linchpin of the Imperium's defences against the Chaos forces that dwelt within the Eye of Terror. Loremasters presenter Alex takes a look back at the history of this storied planet, its fall, and the repercussions of its loss.

Air date: 2022-11-16

E33: Astra Militarum Regiments

There are countless Astra Militarum regiments fighting wars throughout the galaxy in the name of the God-Emperor, each of them influenced by the culture of the world where it was founded. Join presenter Alex as he explores the histories of some of these myriad regiments, and what sets them apart.

Air date: 2022-11-30

E34: Tzeentch in the Mortal Realms

Tzeentch is the master of change – an ever-morphing and unknowable force that employs maddening methods to deceptive ends. In this episode of Loremasters, presenter Alex peers deep into the warp to reveal the Chaos God's nature, minions, and labyrinthine plans for the Mortal Realms.

Air date: 2022-12-14

E35: World Eaters

The World Eaters were savage and ruthless even before their fall to Chaos. In this episode of Loremasters, presenter Alex investigates the history of the Legion from the Great Crusade through the Horus Heresy, and looks at the warbands that survive in the 41st Millennium following the fracture at Skalathrax.

Air date: 2022-12-28

E36: Slaves to Darkness

The Slaves to Darkness are a disparate collection of tribes and armies held together by the will of Archaon, the Everchosen. Learn more about these diverse forces and the various warbands that have pledged themselves to the Chaos Gods.

Air date: 2023-01-11

E37: Trazyn the Infinite

Light-fingered Overlord Trazyn the Infinite is renowned for his collection of prized artefacts. Take a look at some of the most famous elements of Trazyn's collection and discover just who this Necron is, and why he's driven to archive such legendary items.

Air date: 2023-01-25

E38: Beasts of Chaos

The foul, twisted mustants that make up the Beasts of Chaos once dominated the Mortal Realms. Learn about how they were driven back by Sigmar, why they are now resurgent once more, and discover the various creatures that make up the true children of Chaos.

Air date: 2023-02-08

E39: Emperor's Children Legion

The III Legion earned the right to bear the Palatine Aquila – the Emperor's own standard. Learn where it all went wrong for the sons of Fulgrim as they fell to the temptations of Slaanesh and threw their lot in with the Warmaster during the Horus Heresy.

Air date: 2023-02-22

E40: Adeptus Arbites

The Adeptus Arbites are upholders of order and keepers of Imperial law, known as the Lex Imperialis. In the field, they are judge, jury, and executioner – learn about how they operate and the brutal tools with which they dispense justice.

Air date: 2023-03-01

E41: Sky-ports of the Kharadron Overlords

High above the Mortal Realms float the sky-ports of the Kharadron Overlords – titanic cities that house industries, fleets, and the duardin themselves. Learn about the history of the sky-ports and the differences between them in this episode of Loremasters.

Air date: 2023-03-08

E42: Wrath of the Soul Forge King

Vashtorr the Arkifane and Abaddon the Despoiler have great plans for the galaxy – but just why has their plan led Vashtorr to The Rock, the home of the Dark Angels? Learn more about the Arkifane and his attempts to invade the Fortress-Monastery.

Air date: 2023-03-22

E43: The Unforgiven

The Unforgiven is the collective name given to the successor Chapters of the Dark Angels. Learn more about these secretive Chapters of Space Marines, their purpose, and why some fear the close bonds they've developed over the millennia.

Air date: 2023-04-05

E44: The Vyrkos Dynasty

The vampires that make up the Vyrkos Dynasty are the most beastly of all the Soulblight Gravelords. Learn more about this Dynasty, their history, and what happened to their stronghold – the cursed city of Ulfenkarn.

Air date: 2023-04-12

E45: The Slann

Survivors from the World-that-Was, the Slann traveled the cosmos in celestial temple ships before they arrived in the Mortal Realms. But who are these creatures, and what is the Great Plan they seek to implement? Find out in this episode of Loremasters.

Air date: 2023-04-19

E46: Katakros the Undefeated

In his mortal life, Orpheon Katakros numbered among the living's foremost military commanders. In death, however, Nagash has claimed his soul and raised him up as the Mortarch of the Necropolis. Learn more about the mighty warrior and supreme strategist in this episode of Loremasters.

Air date: 2023-05-03

E47: Arks of Omen

Abaddon the Despoiler and Vashtorr the Arkifane sought the means to unlock a weapon that could shift the balance of power in the galaxy. To this end, they sent out monstrous spacecraft known as the Arks of Omen. Learn about these vessels, the Key fragments, and how the Imperium responded to such a seemingly unstoppable assault.

Air date: 2023-05-17

E48: History of the Tyranid Invasions

"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."

Air date: 2023-05-24

E49: Ultramarines

The Ultramarines are the ideal to which all other Space Marine Chapters must aspire. Learn more about this disciplined and orderly Chapter, their history, and the role they have to play in the wider imperium.

Air date: 2023-06-07

E50: Terminator Armour

Tactical Dreadnought armour, better known as Terminator Armour, is a type of bulky warplate worn by the Space Marines. Learn more about the origins of this ancient and holy technology, the variant designs utilised by the Adeptus Astartes, and the formidable veterans who wear it when they march to war.

Air date: 2023-06-21

E51: Harbingers

It is a time of great turbulence across the Mortal Realms, and there are many heralds of a coming cataclysm. Among them are the Harbingers – but who are these mysterious characters, and what conflicts will follow in their wake?

Air date: 2023-07-05

E52: Librarians

Librarians are the potent psychic warriors of the Adeptus Astartes. Learn about their origins and why their role within Imperial forces grows more important than ever in this episode of Loremasters.

Air date: 2023-07-19

E53: The Gnarlwood

In Ghur, the Realm of Beasts, lies the deadly forest known as the Gnarlwood. Here, the trees digest unwary travellers, while beasts of all sizes seek to become the alpha predator. In this episode of Loremasters, learn how Ghur became so dangerous, and why people still risk expeditions into its hungry heartlands.

Air date: 2023-08-02

E54: Titans

Titans are colossal engines of war that tower over the battlefield, capable of unleashing destruction on an incredible scale. Learn more about these mighty God-Engines, their bloody history, and the different types of Titan that the Imperium has called upon.

Air date: 2023-08-16

E55: Tahlia Vedra, Lioness of the Parch

If you're going to reconquer the Mortal Realms you need a leader who's both a brilliant strategist and a mighty warrior. Enter Tahlia Vedra, the war-leader of Hammerhal Aqsha. Learn about the Lioness of the Parch, her history, and where the Twin-Tailed Crusade has taken her.

Air date: 2023-08-30

E56: The Coin Malleus

The Coin Malleus is a powerful symbol for the people of the Free Cities. Is it nothing more than a stamped piece of simple metal, or something more? Learn all about these tokens, the purpose they serve, and their connection to the Dawnbringer Crusades of the Cities of Sigmar.

Air date: 2023-09-06

E57: Illuminor Szeras

Illuminor Szeras is the Cryptek Overseer of the Zantragora Conclave, and a Necron bioscientist without equal. It is said that in the mists of forgotten time, he was responsible for developing the biotransference process that created the Necrons. Learn more about this sinister scientist and his twisted experiments in this episode of Loremasters.

Air date: 2023-09-13

E58: Trugg, the Troggoth King

Troggoths are strong, resilient, and unfathomably stupid creatures, but there is one that stands above all others – Trugg. Meet this mighty brute, learn why he’s known as the Troggoth King, and discover just why he has such a terrible headache.

Air date: 2023-09-20

E59: Deathmarks

Necrons unleash Deathmarks as expert trackers and snipers to pick off crucial targets at range. Learn more about these extradimensional assassins, their place amongst the Necrons, and how their mechanical prowess leaves quarry with only the slimmest chance to escape their fate.

Air date: 2023-09-27

E60: King Brodd

To the Sons of Behemat, size is everything. Yet, one of these titanic beings stands out from even his colossal peers – the legendary King Brodd. Learn about this mighty gargant, what sets him apart from his kin, and why he’s seeking revenge upon the Sigmarites.

Air date: 2023-10-04

E61: Thunderhawk Gunships

Used by the Space Marines for more than 10,000 years, the Thunderhawk Gunship has proven to be a flexible and effective tool of war. Learn more about the history of the Thunderhawk, and why the Adeptus Astartes continue to use these versatile machines in a variety of roles.

Air date: 2023-10-11

E62: Aspect Warriors and their Origins

As darkness envelops the galaxy, more and more of the Aeldari are choosing to walk the Path of the Warrior – dedicating themselves to one of the shrines that embody an aspect of the Bloody-handed God, Khaine. Learn more about these shrines and the Aspect Warriors of the Asuryani.

Air date: 2023-10-18

E63: Lady Olynder, Mortarch of Grief

In life, Lady Olynder ascended to her position through treachery and deceit. In death, she became the embodiment of despair and sorrow. In this episode of Loremasters, explore Lady Olynder's rise, how she became the Mortarch of Grief, and what she's accomplished with her doleful power.

Air date: 2023-11-01

E64: Ionus Cryptborn

Ionus Cryptborn was the first Lord-Relictor to be forged for the Stormcast Eternals, but just who is the Warden of Lost Souls, and what is his mysterious purpose? Learn about Ionus, his storied history, and his draconith ally, Cthorak, in this episode of Loremasters.

Air date: 2023-11-08

E65: Howling Banshees

Howling Banshees personify Aeldari grace and fury. After stunning their victims with a psychic wail, they pounce in a deadly dance of flashing power blades. In this episode of Loremasters, we take a look at their founding Phoenix Lord, and what sets them apart from other Aspect Warriors.

Air date: 2023-11-15

E66: Forge Worlds

Forge worlds are the industrial backbone of the Imperium, providing colossal amounts of ammunition, vehicles, and armaments amongst a range of other technologies. In this episode of Loremasters, discover how forge worlds function, what their role is within the Adeptus Mechanicus, and how these planets differ from each other.

Air date: 2023-11-22

E67: Squigs in the Mortal Realms

Bound into this week's boisterous and buoyant episode of Loremasters and learn all about everyone's favourite nibbly critters – squigs! Find out more about these creatures, and why they're so beloved by orruks and grots alike.

Air date: 2023-12-06

E68: Rogue Traders

Venture beyond the relative security of the Imperium’s borders as Loremasters explores Rogue Traders – enigmatic individuals scouring the outer darkness of the galaxy for wealth and prestige, granted authority by Warrants of Trade to ply the stars as laws unto themselves.

Air date: 2023-12-13

E69: Da Red Gobbo

In this episode of Loremasters, discover the origin of Da Red Gobbo, a figure of myth and legend to the gretchin of the galaxy! Explore the stories of the uncharacteristically brave grot – or grots – that continues to breathe life into this enigmatic figure.

Air date: 2023-12-20

E70: Striking Scorpions

Enter the shadowy Aspect Shrines of the Striking Scorpions, in an episode of Loremasters dedicated to the stealthiest killers amongst the Asuryani. How do the Striking Scorpions fight? Who is their Phoenix Lord? What sets them apart from their fellow Aspect Warriors? Don your war-mask, ready your chainblade, and all will be revealed...

Air date: 2023-12-27

E71: Gilles le Breton and the Knights of Bretonnia

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.

Air date: 2024-01-03

E72: Ushoran, Mortarch of Delusion

This Loremasters episode discusses Ushoran – the Mortarch of Delusion, progenitor of the abhorrant bloodline, and sire of the madness that possesses the Flesh-eater Courts. Discover the history of this once noble vampire lord, how he fell from grace, and what his deluded ambitions might mean for the Mortal Realms.

Air date: 2024-01-10

E73: Nehekhara, Land of The Dead

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.

Air date: 2024-01-17

E74: Solar Auxilia

The Solar Auxilia were some of the greatest soldiers of the nascent Imperium, second only to the Legiones Astartes. This episode of Loremasters explores the origins of the Solar Auxilia, how they operate, and the roles they played in the Great Crusade, and the Horus Heresy.

Air date: 2024-01-24

E75: Belial and the Deathwing

The Deathwing, led by Grand Master Belial, are the elite veterans of the 1st Company of the Dark Angels Chapter of Space Marines. This episode of Loremasters explores how the Deathwing was formed, how Belial came to lead them, and how this intriguing individual has influenced those under his command.

Air date: 2024-01-31

E76: The Origins of Blood Bowl

Join Loremasters for a journey back to Blood Bowl's origins. Explore this rich setting and how, thanks to the blessings of great Nuffle, rival cultures solve their problems not on the battlefield, but through grace and subtlety on the gridiron.

Air date: 2024-02-07

E77: Krieg and the Death Korps

In the Segmentum Tempestus lies the death world of Krieg, home to the relentless Astra Militarum regiments of the Death Korps. Discover how this once thriving hive world became a wasteland, and learn more about its soldiers and why they are so dedicated to the God-Emperor.

Air date: 2024-02-21

E78: Shadespire

Discover Shadespire – a city where the souls of its inhabitants are imprisoned in the same mystical glass that once provided fabulous wealth to its ruling sorcerer-lords. But how did the city rise to prominence and end up so cursed? And what is Shadeglass anyway?

Air date: 2024-03-06

E79: The Dark Cells – The Prison Beneath The Imperial Palace

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.

Air date: 2024-03-12

E80: Krethusa the Croneseer

The emergence of Krethusa the Croneseer has caused rifts among the Khainite aelves, but just who is this mysterious servant of the goddess Morai-Heg? Learn more about this dark prophet, what it means to be the ‘Avatar of the Crone Goddess’, and why even Morathi-Khaine considers her to be a threat.

Air date: 2024-03-20

E81: Callis and Toll, and The Order of Azyr

The Order of Azyr seeks to eradicate insidious threats to the Free Cities, using agents such as Armand Callis and Hanniver Toll. In this episode, Loremasters explores who the Order of Azyr are, what the mysterious 'kingsblood' is, and how Callis and Toll have been safeguarding Sigmar’s domain.

Air date: 2024-03-27

E82: Mandrakes

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.

Air date: 2024-04-03

E83: Mekboyz

Mekboyz are Orks blessed with seemingly instinctive engineering skills, and fill the vital role of mechanics and inventors within Ork society. Discover where their knowledge comes from, and learn about some of the wonderfully weird contraptions they've created.

Air date: 2024-04-10

E84: Weirdboyz

Weirdboyz are Orks who wield potent psychic abilities. Learn more about who they are, where they come from, and how they use their bizarre and destructive 'gifts'.

Air date: 2024-04-17

E85: Painboyz

Painboyz serve the purpose of doctors, surgeons, and dentists in Ork society, providing treatments that are often more dangerous than the original injury. Learn how Painboyz operate, why they are so obsessed with experiments, and discover some of their greatest medical breakthroughs.

Air date: 2024-04-24

E86: The Border Princes: A Land of Exiles and Adventurers

The Border Princes are a land of opportunity, brimming with potential, where a hearty adventurer or ambitious outcast can make their name! Learn about this lawless realm fraught with danger and the sorts of people who call it home.

Air date: 2024-05-01

E87: War in the Border Princes

In the Border Princes, the one true ruler is brutal violence, and war is a way of life. Learn more about some of the key conflicts that have been fought for control or just survival in this lawless region.

Air date: 2024-05-08

E88: Allies and Auxiliaries of the T'au Empire

The T'au Empire incorporates a myriad of species and civilisations. Learn more about those who have elected to align themselves with the Greater Good, whether wholeheartedly or purely for mercenary profit.

Air date: 2024-05-15

E89: State of the Realms: Light, Shadow, and the Aetheric Void

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.

Air date: 2024-05-22

E90: State of the Realms: The Heavens and the Eightpoints

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.

Air date: 2024-06-05

E91: Inductii: The Cost of Rapid Recruitment

During the dark days of the Horus Heresy, both sides were desperate for new Space Marines. The result was the creation of the Inductii – learn more about these hastily recruited warriors and how they differed from typical Legiones Astartes.

Air date: 2024-06-12

E92: State of the Realms: Ghur and the Earthquake God Unleashed

The awakening of Kragnos and the Era of the Beast had huge impacts upon Ghur. Learn more about what makes the amber realm so special, and what the return of the earthquake god meant for the Mortal Realms.

Air date: 2024-06-19

E93: State of the Realms: Death and Metal

Chamon, the Realm of Metal, embodies the Mortal Realms’ constant process of transformation and change, while Shyish, the Realm of Death, is a place of eternal endings and stasis. But who rules these realms, and what might lie in their future?

Air date: 2024-06-26

E94: Space Marine Jump Packs

Jump packs are powerful assault tools, used by Space Marines to enhance their speed and mobility. Explore the origins of this technology, why it has endured for over 10,000 years, and how it is employed to brutal effect on the battlefield.

Air date: 2024-07-03

E95: State of the Realms: Ghyran, the Jade Realm

Ghyran, the Realm of Life, has long suffered the predations of Nurgle, yet its vitality has endured. Explore what makes the Jade Realm so special, and how war with the Plague God and the recent Dawnbringer Crusades have left their mark.

Air date: 2024-07-10

E96: State of the Realms: Ghyran, the Jade Realm

Air date: 2024-07-17

E97: Imperial Breachers

When repulsing boarding actions and assailing enemy vessels from within, the Navis Imperialis calls upon its elite cadre of Imperial Breachers. But who are these warriors? What role do they perform, and what sets these fighters apart?

Air date: 2024-07-24

E98: The Extremis Chambers

The Stormcast Eternals are shining heroes mustered into grand Stormhosts. This episode explores the many different chambers of war these Stormhosts are divided into, and what sets the mighty Extremis chambers apart from the rest.

Air date: 2024-07-31

E99: The Schola Progenium

For the orphaned offspring of the Imperial elite, the Schola Progenium awaits – there, they are moulded to live in devoted service to the Emperor of Mankind. This episode explores this extreme education and those who recruit from it.

Air date: 2024-08-07

E100: The Vanguard and Sacrosanct Chambers

Stormcast Eternals of the Vanguard chambers are ferocious hunters. Meanwhile, their kin from the Sacrosanct chambers are warrior-mages of the God-King. Discover how these two chambers operate and what sets them apart.

Air date: 2024-08-14

E101: Tempestus Scions

As graduates of the Schola Progenium, Tempestus Scions have undergone a lifetime of training and indoctrination to become the fiercest troops in the galaxy. Explore their history and fighting methods to see what sets these elite fighters apart.

Air date: 2024-08-21

E102: Lieutenant Titus

Learn the history of the star of the Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 video game! Discover the past of Demetrian Titus, his run in with an Inquisitor, time in the Deathwatch, and return to the Ultramarines.

Air date: 2024-08-28

E103: Tempestus Aquilons

Every Tempestus Scion trains to use grav-chutes, but it is the Tempestus Aquilons that specialise in drop insertions. Learn about these airborne assaults, and what sets the Aquilons apart from the rest of the Militarum Tempestus.

Air date: 2024-09-04