Death Rider| Black Library

Death Rider is a tense and atmospheric Warhammer 40,000 novel by Rhuairidh James, set amidst the brutal conflict between the Imperium and the T’au Empire. Unlike most Commissars, whose duty is to drive their troops forward at any cost, Commissar Valian Hesh faces a very different challenge: preventing a suicidal final charge by the legendary Krieg 472nd Siege Regiment.

Story Overview

As toxic clouds choke the battlefield and an Imperial warship condemns the planet to annihilation, time is rapidly running out. Hesh knows that the regiment’s only hope of survival lies in restraining their extreme zeal and pulling them back from the front lines before it is too late. The novel explores a gripping clash between duty, survival, fanaticism, and sacrifice—themes at the heart of the Death Korps of Krieg.

Key Features

• Author: Rhuairidh James
• Format: Hardback
• Series: Black Library – Warhammer 40,000

Why You'll Love It

Death Rider delivers a harrowing look at the Death Korps of Krieg from a new angle—one where obedience and survival collide. Fans of grim military sci‑fi, Commissar‑focused stories, and tragic battlefield narratives will find this novel deeply compelling.