Renegades Lord of Excess

A Warhammer 40,000 Novel: Xantine’s Pursuit of Perfection

Dive into the dark and twisted minds of the Emperor’s Children in this gripping novel by Rich McCormick. Witness the clash of arrogance, ambition, and decay as a proud warlord attempts to impose his vision of perfection on a fractured Imperial world.

Why Read This Book?

• Explore the Emperor’s Children: Delve into the decadence and depravity of one of the most infamous Chaos Legions.
• A Unique Perspective: Follow Xantine's quest to ‘save’ an Imperial world in his own twisted way, offering a chilling look into the pursuit of perfection through the eyes of Chaos.
• Gripping Storyline: Discover whether Xantine can maintain his rule or if his grand designs will crumble under their own rot.

The Story

The Emperor’s Children, once paragons of loyalty and refinement, have become splintered warbands driven by insatiable hunger for sensation. Among them, Xantine, the vainglorious leader of the Adored, refuses to be a mere raider. He craves something greater.

When Xantine stumbles upon Serrine, an isolated and opulent planet riddled with inequality and cruelty, it seems like the perfect canvas for his ambitions. Cut off from the Imperium by warp storms, Serrine presents the ideal opportunity for Xantine to impose his vision of flawless rule.

Yet, even as Xantine works to mold Serrine into his twisted idea of perfection, threats emerge from unexpected quarters—both from within the planet’s depths and the ranks of his own warband. As his reign falters, so too does the illusion of his ‘perfect’ world.

Key Themes

• The corruption of power and the pursuit of unattainable ideals.
• The internal strife and moral decay that define the Emperor’s Children.
• A stark examination of chaos, both in the galaxy and within the soul.

Immerse yourself in this dark tale of ambition, decadence, and ruin. Whether you're a long-time Warhammer 40,000 fan or a newcomer to the grim darkness of the far future, this novel offers a compelling glimpse into the chaos-driven Emperor's Children. Will Serrine flourish under Xantine’s rule, or will his perfection unravel in the end? Read on to find out!