b1soul Posted November 9, 2018 Share Posted November 9, 2018 Man, I really wish BL would do this. Who's with me? Premise: https://www.warhammer-community.com/2018/11/06/6th-nov-blackstone-fortress-setting-the-scenegw-homepage-post-1/ Characters: https://www.warhammer-community.com/2018/11/07/7th-nov-blackstone-fortress-choosing-your-explorergw-homepage-post-1/ Spoiler: https://i.imgur.com/Jkvmzea.png BL could probably base a novel series on the exploration of (and conflicts within) the Blackstone Fortress. Panzer, Orwell84 and Prot 3 Back to top Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarkChaplain Posted November 9, 2018 Share Posted November 9, 2018 Yes, there is one. I actually brought that up on the Upcoming stuff a few months ago now, with the blurb, and mentioned it again last night. It's written by Darius Hinks and the blurb is pointing towards it being a novelization, seeing how it specifically names Janus Draik as a protagonist, and how he has just found his biggest treasure vault. So far it has only been listed on Amazon in its German edition (which isn't the first time, Amazon.de is often months ahead with its editions, like again right now, covering releases up to September 2019), which fills the same pattern as with the Shadespire novel. The release date given on that edition is early December, so expect this sometime this month, possibly tomorrow, for preorder. Panzer, cheywood and Orwell84 3 Back to top Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Knockagh Posted November 9, 2018 Share Posted November 9, 2018 Is that not what the Darius Hink Black Fortress is all about? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mr.crusader Posted November 9, 2018 Share Posted November 9, 2018 Sweet cheese and crackers. I’ve just received a copy of a limited ed 40k novel I’ve got coming out this month. It’s the best looking thing I’ve EVER seen. Jaw dropping design work by BL. So, so cool. I wish I could show it but I don’t think it’s announced until the weekend. @dariushinks Panzer and DarkChaplain 2 Back to top Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old-Four-Arms Posted November 9, 2018 Share Posted November 9, 2018 (edited) A couple of the Blackstone Fortress unboxing vids floating around show a sample chapter booklet of the novel included in the box. Edited November 9, 2018 by Old-Four-Arms Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarkChaplain Posted November 9, 2018 Share Posted November 9, 2018 (edited) The New Zealand store has updated already, there's a limited edition right alongside the regular hardback release! It looks indeed snazzy! A Warhammer 40,000 novelWhen he discovers a prize that could change the face of the galaxy, disgraced Rogue Trader Janus Draik recruits a team of treasure-seeking misfits to claim it. But danger lurks in the darkness…READ IT BECAUSEThe full story behind the Warhammer Quest: Blackstone Fortress game is revealed! Join Janus Draik and his crew as they venture into the depths of the fortress and encounter all manner of deadly foes.THE STORYThere are those in the great expanse of the galaxy that seek profit wherever it is to be found: the deal makers, the opportunists and explorers – the Rogue Traders. Granted power by an ancient charter, sanctioned by the Emperor Himself, these scoundrels, entrepeneurs and adventurers roam the galaxy in search of fortune and glory. None perhaps are as hungry for these twin-vices as Janus Draik. All but disowned by his wealthy family, regarded as a wayward son of ill repute and little potential, Draik knows he must restore his fortunes soon or his misadventures will see him destitute and discarded.So it is then that when he finds a truly exceptional prize, one that will return him to his deserved station, Draik recruits a crew of fellow treasure seekers and sets them to the task. Draik's obsession is all-consuming, and he will risk everything to obtain his prize and its many secrets, including his life or even that of his crew…Written by Darius Hinks Edited November 9, 2018 by DarkChaplain cheywood 1 Back to top Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cheywood Posted November 10, 2018 Share Posted November 10, 2018 The premise has me completely hooked, but I can’t say I’ve loved (or hated) what little I’ve read of Hinks’ work. I really hope the book delivers on the potential of the concept. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Panzer Posted November 10, 2018 Share Posted November 10, 2018 What's inside the LE? To be honest the LE always look great but aside from the Emperor's Spears LE I've never felt the extra cost justified. Taliesin 1 Back to top Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Knockagh Posted November 10, 2018 Share Posted November 10, 2018 I don’t like that LE at all. It’s totally different style to the others, would look terrible on a shelf beside Dante etc. Pretty tacky looking. Won’t be buying that. I buy all the LEs to have a collection of them not odd ones here and there that stick out like a sore thumb. Too futuristic for 40k, not old enough doesn’t fit the aesthetic. On a plus side the story sounds fantastic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burni Posted November 10, 2018 Share Posted November 10, 2018 The premise has me completely hooked, but I can’t say I’ve loved (or hated) what little I’ve read of Hinks’ work. I really hope the book delivers on the potential of the concept. I don’t believe I’ve read anything by him. What titles have been his better ones in your experience? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cheywood Posted November 10, 2018 Share Posted November 10, 2018 (edited) The premise has me completely hooked, but I can’t say I’ve loved (or hated) what little I’ve read of Hinks’ work. I really hope the book delivers on the potential of the concept.I don’t believe I’ve read anything by him. What titles have been his better ones in your experience?I’ve read mostly his older work. He was an occasional contributor until the past year or two when he’s gotten into AOS and the Mephiston series which I haven’t checked out. I believe I’ve read his Necromunda short, Burned, his Space Marines/demons novella, Sanctus, and his WFB novel, Warrior Priest. Both the short story and the novella were perfectly acceptable prose that showed a good knowledge of the setting, but nothing about either story really stood out to me. The dialogue and action were breezy while still being relatively interesting, and the plot to both was accessible without being overly simplistic. But the Marines in Sanctus come across as generic, without much in the way of a distinguishing identity as individuals or as representatives of their chapter. The inquisitor also feels like a wholesale copy of mid-career Eisenhorn (even has a similarly demon-resistant blade to Eisenhorn I think). Edit: so to conclude: decent writing, not very interesting characters has been my general experience so far. If you want a sample of his current work he’s got an AOS novella in the novella collection out today and his Mephiston novels are out and about. Edited November 10, 2018 by cheywood Burni 1 Back to top Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
veterannoob Posted November 11, 2018 Share Posted November 11, 2018 Hi all, Been a looooong time and after the recharge from the BL Weekender this past week I'm eager for more books and discuss and thought I'd give forums (well, only this one) another shot. One of the few books I didn't pick up at the Weekender is the limited ed. of Darius Hinks' Blackstone Fortress novel. Anyone read it or got the e-book? I'm trying to decide what format besides audiobook to buy it. I'd like to have read it before my official review of the box game. Thanks and great to see you all again! (Kenny) Kelborn and Roomsky 2 Back to top Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cheywood Posted November 11, 2018 Share Posted November 11, 2018 (edited) Pretty sure it’s not available till the 23rd. I wasn’t at the weekender, but I believe it wasn’t announced as being available there either. Edited November 11, 2018 by cheywood veterannoob 1 Back to top Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Taliesin Posted November 11, 2018 Share Posted November 11, 2018 Hi Kenny, No worries, it actually wasn't available at the Weekender, I was there as well. Nice to see you back anyway. I am getting this book as well, looks intriguing. Do note however that it will not be shipped until next week according to my retailer. veterannoob 1 Back to top Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burni Posted November 11, 2018 Share Posted November 11, 2018 Yeah, even the ebook isn’t out until 23rd Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
veterannoob Posted November 11, 2018 Share Posted November 11, 2018 I recognized the limited ed. in our program guide and now know what that book is. Glad I didn't miss it then last weekend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
b1soul Posted November 11, 2018 Author Share Posted November 11, 2018 Blackstone Fortress is set post-Gathering Storm correct? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burni Posted November 12, 2018 Share Posted November 12, 2018 I can’t find where but I’m sure I read that the RTs mission was given by Gulliman. Like that of the Kill Team RT. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cheywood Posted November 17, 2018 Share Posted November 17, 2018 (edited) https://www.trackofwords.com/2018/11/17/rapid-fire-darius-hinks-talks-blackstone-fortress/#more-10288 Seems like it’s gonna get a little weird as things go on. The excerpt on BL seemed fun. Drain seems to be a typical Rogue trader, with emphasis on the rogue. It looks as though we’ll see more inter-species interactions outside the confines of endless war too. Scratches an itch for me personally. Edited November 17, 2018 by cheywood Panzer and Knockagh 2 Back to top Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Knockagh Posted November 17, 2018 Share Posted November 17, 2018 Definitely sounds like a good ‘un Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gederas Posted November 18, 2018 Share Posted November 18, 2018 I'm planning on ordering the LE and regular edition tomorrow. The novel looks cool and I actually like the LE's cover. It's futuristic and minimalist at the same time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
b1soul Posted November 18, 2018 Author Share Posted November 18, 2018 I hope the novel makes UR-025 an interesting character Burni 1 Back to top Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gederas Posted November 18, 2018 Share Posted November 18, 2018 I'm planning on ordering the LE and regular edition tomorrow. The novel looks cool and I actually like the LE's cover. It's futuristic and minimalist at the same time. Welp. Went to the GW today to order the Limited Edition. It sold out last night. Womp womp Looks like I'll be getting the regular edition next Sunday then. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Knockagh Posted November 19, 2018 Share Posted November 19, 2018 Limited ed not sold out, it’s still up there now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gederas Posted November 19, 2018 Share Posted November 19, 2018 Limited ed not sold out, it’s still up there now. Not on the GW website and the in-store websites when I checked. The bundle for the Limited Edition+ Box game was listed as "No Longer Available" and the Limited Edition was completely gone from the website when I went there yesterday. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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