The Regent's Shadow

An island of calm, amidst a tempestuous sea - otherwise known as Sunday afternoon! And quite a sunny one it is here in the UK; after several consecutive weekends of storm and torrential rain, with many people and communities still suffereing the effects of extreme weather and flooding, the sun has finally broken out and there's a definite feeling of Spring in the air.

But you haven't come here to listen to a weather update and it's just as well, because there's so much to mention in this posting, I don't know if it will all fit on the site, it might just break the internet!

The first thing to mention and, in fact, the main reason I thought I should post an update, is the release yesterday of Chris Wraight's second volume of his Vaults of Terra series, The Regent's Shadow. To coincide with the novel and audio, there is also the release of a fabulous set of miniatures, depicting Sister of Silence, Aleya, performed in the audios by Emma Gregory and my character, Valerian, performed by, well... me! Having performed quite a number of Warhammer characters, I know there are several miniatures already available; but there's something very exciting about having a miniature created for a character no one else has ever played and I'm thrilled that the decision was made to go ahead with Valerian - can't wait to start building and painting! Now, if someone would create a miniature of Endryd Haar of The Backshields...

So here goes with the details of what's on offer, along with videos from author Chris Wraight and designer of the miniatures, Samir Battistotti:

The Regent's Shadow

Book 2 in the Watchers of the Throne series 


A new day has dawned for the Imperium, but not everyone sees the light. The Custodian Guard and Sisters of Silence must battle not just Chaos, but those who do not share Regent Guilliman's vision.... 

As Guilliman, Regent of Terra, heads off to lead the Indomitus Crusade, he leaves behind a world still in turmoil, beset by cult activity. Stripped of its huge armies for the galactic offensive, recovery is precarious. The Custodians do what they can while keeping the Palace secure, and the Sisters of Silence rebuild their citadel on Luna. When the warship Phalanx returns, it seems that stability will at last be assured. 

However, as reconquest forces push out further into the slums, they come across signs that another mysterious foe is active. The truth dawns - not every enemy is corrupted by Chaos, for there are many on Terra who do not share Guilliman’s vision of a new order, and the prospect of a Terran civil war looms...

 

Performed by John Banks, Emma Gregory and Penelope Rawlins

 

Written by Chris Wraight & Produced by Matt Renshaw

Running time: 11 hours - 52 minutes. 

 

 

 

©2020 Games Workshop Limited (P)2020 Games Workshop Limited

 

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And the second thing I'd like to mention today and something which came as a bit of a surprise to me, is the availability of several audio anthologies, many of which, I appear to be involved with. Once again, here are some details:

From the heart of an alien-haunted space hulk to a war-torn shrine world and the wastes of Armageddon, the Adeptus Astartes bring the Emperor's wrath to mankind's enemies.


The Adeptus Astartes are humanity's champions, superhuman warriors armed with the finest weapons and clad in mighty armour. They defend the Imperium of Mankind from all its myriad foes – the alien, the heretic and the daemon. There are a thousand Chapters of Space Marines across the Imperium, each with its own traditions and ways of waging war, but all have one thing in common – their total dedication to eradicating their enemies in the name of the Emperor.

This audio drama anthology contains seven stories of the Space Marines. Discover how the Blood Angels, Salamanders, Crimson Fists, Black Templars, Scythes of the Emperor, Iron Hands and Mortifactors Chapters wage war against mankind's enemies in action-packed, full-cast audio dramas with immersive sound effects and music.

Taker of Heads by Ian St. Martin. Narrated by John Banks
The Madness Within by Steve Lyons. Narrated by Toby Longworth*
Heart of Rage by James Swallow. Narrated by Toby Longworth.
Fireborn by Nick Kyme. Narrated by Toby Longworth
The Glorious Tomb by Guy Haley. Narrated by Toby Longworth, Jonathan Keeble, Ian Brooker, Gareth Armstrong
Daedalus by L J Goulding. Narrated by John Banks, Antonia Beamish, Robin Bowerman, Cliff Chapman, Steve Conlin, Toby Longworth & Luis Soto
The Calculus of Battle by David Guymer. Narrated by John Banks, Cliff Chapman, Steve Conlin, Toby Longworth and Luis Soto.

Approx running time 6 hours -55 minutes               *Narrated by me rather than Toby!

Discover some of the dedicated servants of mankind's Imperium – Assassins, Commissars and Inquisitors – as they battle the many foes of humanity across eight audio dramas.

In the sprawling Imperium of Mankind, everyone serves the Emperor in their own way. From the Inquisitors who hunt the hidden enemies of humanity in the dark places of the galaxy to the brave soldiers who stand on the front line, and the Imperial Assassins who can change the tides of war with a single shot, each has a part to play in preserving the Imperium.

This audio drama anthology contains eight stories of the agents who dispense the Emperor's justice. You'll find two tales of Imperial Assassins plying their deadly trade, one of an Imperial Commissar haunted by ghosts of his past, and five stories about agents of the Imperial Inquisition, including the famous and feared Inquisitors Eisenhorn, Ravenor and Greyfax.

Kill Shot by Ben Counter* . Narrated by Tom Alexander, John Banks, Cliff Chapman, Emma Gregory, Matthew Hunt, Deeivya Meir, David Seddon and Joe Shire
Judge of the Wastes by David Annandale*. Narrated by Tom Alexander, John Banks, Cliff Chapman, Emma Gregory, Matthew Hunt, Deeivya Meir, David Seddon and Joe Shire
The Interrogation of Salvor Lermentov by Chris Wraight*. Narrated by Tom Alexander, John Banks, Cliff Chapman, Emma Gregory, Matthew Hunt, Deeivya Meir, David Seddon and Joe Shire
Eye of Night by Gav Thorpe. Narrated by Annie Aldington, Gareth Armstrong, Cliff Chapman, Steve Conlin, Emma Gregory, Matthew Hunt, Jonathan Keeble and Melvyn Rawlinson
The Emperor's Judgement by Joe Parrino. Narrated by Tania Rodrigues, Beth Chalmers, Jonathan Keeble, Ian Brooker, Robin Bowerman
Thorn Wishes Talon by Dan Abnett. Narrated by Jonathan Keeble, Gareth Armstrong, Lisa Coleman, Jane Collingwood, Rupert Degas
Master Imus's Transgression by Dan Abnett. Narrated by Jonathan Keeble, Gareth Armstrong, Rupert Degas
Regia Occulta by Dan Abnett. Narrated by Gareth Armstrong, Jonathan Keeble, Lisa Coleman

*As part of the Agents of the Imperium anthology

Approx running time 5 hours - 38 minutes

The Imperial Guard represent the very best of mankind – its indomitable spirit, ordinary men and women refusing to give up in the face of all the horrors of the galaxy.

Across the war-torn galaxy, the Imperial Guard are a bastion against the enemies of mankind. From the elite veteran drop troops of Elysia to the fierce Catachan jungle fighters, and from Valhalla's ice warriors to the crews of mighty battle tanks, the many regiments of the Astra Militarum defend the Emperor's realm against all who would tear it asunder.

This audio drama anthology contains seven tales of the brave soldiers of the Astra Militarum. A three-part story delves into intrigue surrounding Sergeant Zachariah of Elysia as he faces traitors. Two outrageous adventures of the infamous Commissar Ciaphas Cain, Hero of the Imperium, take him and his warriors into danger after danger, a tank crew faces terror in real time, and Catachan Colonel Straken faces cultists on a jungle world.

Scions of Elysia by Chris Dows.Narrated by John Banks, Stephen Perring, Cliff Chapman, Steve Conlin, Melvyn Rawlinson, Jonathan Keeble
Renegades of Elysia by Chris Dows. Narrated by John Banks, Matthew Hunt, Stephen Perring, Cliff Chapman, Jonathan Keeble, Steve Conlin
Martyrs of Elysia by Chris Dows. Narrated by John Banks, Stephen Perring, Jonathan Keeble, Cliff Chapman, Matthew Hunt, Steve Conlin, Melvyn Rawlinson
Titans' Bane by Chris Dows. Narrated by Penelope Rawlins, Cliff Chapman, Ken Bradshaw, Steve Conlin, Andrew Wincott, Matthew Hunt
Dead in the Water by Sandy Mitchell. Narrated by Toby Longworth, Lisa Bowerman
The Devil You Know by Sandy Mitchell. Narrated by Toby Longworth, Gareth Armstrong, Jonathan Keeble, Angus King, Harriet Kershaw
Waiting Death by Steve Lyons. Narrated by Toby Longworth

Approx running time 6 hours - 26 minutes

The Dark Angels are among the most steadfast and noble of the Space Marines – but their dark secret, the Fallen they relentlessly hunt, always threatens to bring an end to their legacy of honour…

No matter the foe, regardless of the odds, the proud warriors of the Dark Angels stubbornly refuse to accept defeat. Descendants of the First Legion, they stand foremost amongst the Chapters of the Space Marines, mankind’s mightiest defenders. None fight with more grim determination than the Dark Angels, and their renowned special companies – the Deathwing and the Ravenwing – are held in awe by allies and enemies alike. Yet behind their devotion to the Imperium lies a dark obsession…

This audio drama anthology contains six tales of the Dark Angels, their missions to defend mankind and their relentless hunt for the mysterious Fallen. Within these tales, you'll be introduced to some of the greatest heroes of the Dark Angels – Chapter Master Azrael, Chief Librarian Ezekiel, Interrogator-Chaplain Asmodai, Deathwing Master Belial and Company Master Balthasar – as they face their greatest trials and darkest moments. You'll also see the Dark Angels through the eyes of mortal warriors who face the Space Marines' wrath after an encounter with the arch-Fallen, Cypher.


The Rage of Asmodai by C Z Dunn. Narrated by John Banks, Steve Conlin, Jonathan Keeble, Toby Longworth and Saul Reichlin
Holder of the Keys by Gav Thorpe. Narrated by Toby Longworth
Accept No Failure by Gav Thorpe. Narrated by Gareth Armstrong, Ian Brooker, Jonathan Keeble, Toby Longworth
Trials of Azrael by C Z Dunn. Narrated by Gareth Armstrong, Tim Bentinck, Clare Corbett, Chris Fairbank and Luke Thompson.
The Ascension of Balthasar by C Z Dunn. Narrated by Jonathan Keeble, Sean Barrett, Tim Bentinck, Saul Reichlin, Jane Whymark
Malediction by C Z Dunn. Narrated by Sean Barrett, Rupert Degas, Saul Reichlin

Approx running time 5 hours - 21 minutes

The Raven Guard are extraordinary stealth troops, striking from the shadows after misdirecting their foes with subterfuge and wiles. These are their stories.

The Raven Guard are the Sons of Corax, and in the art of shadow warfare they are without equal. Theirs is the way of stealth, subterfuge and misdirection, ensuring their enemies are unaware of the true danger they face until it is far too late.

This audio drama anthology contains seven tales of the Raven Guard. In these stories, you'll discover the secrets of the mysterious Shadowmasters, witness a descent into a mysterious labyrinth haunted by an unseen foe, experience war against the tyranids, learn how the sons of Corax connect to humanity, and more.


The Geld by George Mann. Narrated by Toby Longworth, Matthew Hunt, John Banks, Steve Conlin, Adrian Wheeler, Jonathan Keeble
Soulbound by George Mann. Narrated by Toby Longworth, Steve Conlin, Matthew Hunt, John Banks, Tim Bentinck, Emma Gregory
Labyrinth of Sorrows by George Mann. Narrated by Sean Barrett, Rupert Degas, Saul Reichlin
Helion Rain by George Mann. Narrated by Toby Longworth
Alone by Joe Parrino. Narrated by Jonathan Keeble, Robin Bowerman, Gareth Armstrong
Loss by Joe Parrino. Narrated by Jonathan Keeble, Gareth Armstrong, Robin Bowerman, Ian Brooker
With Baited Breath by George Mann. Narrated by Toby Longworth and Ramon Tikaram.

Approx running time 6 Horus - 49 minutes

Mankind rightly rules the galaxy – but there are many aliens who would see that reign end, from the savage orks to the subtle aeldari…

Many are the xenos foes who plague mankind's Imperium. Ancient races which once ruled the galaxy, such as the aeldari and necrons, lurk in the darkness, awaiting their chance to reclaim what was once theirs. Younger races like the upstart T'au Empire grow in power and influence, ever eager to topple humanity and take their place. And across the galaxy, the savage orks wage brutal war, fighting all in their path simply for the joy of battle.

This audio drama anthology contains eight tales of the aeldari, the orks and the T'au Empire. From the adventures of a greenskin mekaniak and his madcap entourage to a journey into a shattered aeldari craftworld and a tale of a war-damaged t'au bent on revenge, each of these immersive audio dramas will give you new insights into the aliens of the 41st Millennium.


Prophets of Waaagh! by Guy Haley. Narrated by Tom Alexander, John Banks, Cliff Chapman, Steve Conlin, Matthew Hunt, Jonathan Keeble, David Seddon & Joe Shire
Hand of Darkness by Gav Thorpe. Narrated by Gareth Armstrong, Cliff Chapman, Steve Conlin, Emma Gregory, Matthew Hunt, Jonathan Keeble, Toby Longworth, Penelope Rawlins and Melvyn Rawlinson.
Asurmen – The Darker Road by Gav Thorpe. Narrated by Gareth Armstrong, John Banks, Steve Conlin, Toby Longworth, Penelope Rawlins and Genevieve Swallow.
Klaw of Mork by Guy Haley. Narrated by Jonathan Keeble, Ben Allen, Kris Milnes, Peter Noble
The Iron Devil by C L Werner. Narrated by Gareth Armstrong, Joe Absolom, Michael Fenner, Luke Thompson
The Kauyon by Andy Smillie. Narrated by Toby Longworth
Howl of the Banshee by Gav Thorpe. Narrated by Annemarie Gaillard, Harriet Kershaw, Susie Riddell, Caroline Sheen
The Path Forsaken by Rob Sanders. Narrated by Sean Barrett, Gareth Armstrong, Lucy Brown, Clare Corbett, Martyn Eliis, Paul Panting

Approx running time 6 hours - 59 minutes

The Space Wolves are among the mightiest of mankind's defenders, savage and brutal warriors who always fight for what is right, no matter the cost. 

From their unassailable polar stronghold, the Fang, on the frozen death world of Fenris, the Space Wolves cast off into the Sea of Stars seeking out Mankind’s most vicious enemies to defeat in glorious battle. Each Space Wolf is a warrior of legend whose heroic deeds are recorded in epic sagas.

This audio drama anthology contains seven tales of the Space Wolves. In these stories, you'll discover the moment the Chapter changed forever, ride across the frozen tundra, experience battles with orks, drukhari and more, witness the infamous Lukas the Trickster at work and see the dynamic between the sons of Russ and their rivals in the Dark Angels.


Thunder from Fenris by Nick Kyme. Narrated by Toby Longworth
The Art of Provocation by Josh Reynolds. Narrated by John Banks, Jonathan Keeble and Toby Longworth.
Parting of the Ways by Chris Wraight. Narrated by Jonathan Keeble, Ian Brooker, Steve Conlin, Robin Bowerman, Gareth Armstrong
Iceclaw by Ben Counter. Narrated by Peter Noble, Toby Longworth
Doomseeker by Nick Kyme. Narrated by Toby Longworth and Ramon Tikaram.
Deathwolf by Andy Smillie. Narrated by Sean Barrett, Rupert Degas, Chris Fairbank, Charlotte Paige, David Timson
Vox Tenebris by Robbie MacNiven. Narrated by John Banks, Steve Conlin and Toby Longworth.

5 hours - 36 minutes

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And that just about wraps things up for this posting. I'm having a very busy period of recording at the moment and there's lots more in the pipeline, so I hope that you enjoy some or any of the above audios and that you'll visit the site again to check out further updates. In the meantime, that's...

 

...all for now; more just as soon as it happens!