*PREORDER - RELEASE 4.26.2025* Warhammer 40,000 Codex: Emperor's Children - Hardcover Rulebook for the Perfect Warriors of Chaos

This premium hardcover Codex: Emperor's Children is the essential companion for any devotee of Slaanesh's most favored warriors in the Warhammer 40,000 universe. Beautifully bound with striking cover art featuring the corrupted Chaos Space Marines in their iconic purple and gold armor, this official Games Workshop publication contains everything you need to field the Emperor's Children legion on the tabletop battlefield.
The Emperor's Children were once the most perfect of the Space Marine Legions, devoted to the pursuit of excellence in all things. Following their fall to the Dark Prince Slaanesh during the Horus Heresy, they have become depraved seekers of sensory excess, their enhanced bodies and minds forever hungering for more intense experiences. This comprehensive codex details their 10,000-year history of terror and corruption across the Imperium.
Within these pages, you'll discover the rich lore of this Chaos Legion, from their origins as the IIIrd Legion of the Emperor's Space Marines to their corruption and fall during the Horus Heresy. Learn about their Primarch Fulgrim's descent into depravity, the infamous Noise Marines with their sonic weaponry, and the decadent champions who lead this once-noble legion in pursuit of perfect sensation.
This codex includes detailed unit descriptions, wargear options, and special rules for all Emperor's Children units, including:

Legion-specific Stratagems that showcase their lightning-fast reflexes and macabre artistry in battle
Unique Warlord Traits representing the twisted perfection of their champions
Powerful Relics that harness the corrupt energies of Slaanesh
Tactical objectives that reflect the Emperor's Children's pursuit of sensation and excess

The book features stunning artwork throughout, showcasing the Emperor's Children's disturbing aesthetic with its blend of baroque elegance and nightmarish corruption. Each unit entry is accompanied by detailed miniature photography, providing painting inspiration for your collection.
For commanders of Emperor's Children forces, this codex offers multiple options to customize your army, whether you prefer a warband of screaming Noise Marines unleashing sonic devastation, swift Raptors descending from above, or a balanced force led by a corrupted Lord Discordant. The included datasheets and points values allow for competitive play in matched games, while narrative players will appreciate the rich background information for creating compelling campaigns.
The Emperor's Children codex also features exclusive rules for fielding specialized detachments, allowing you to create themed forces that represent specific facets of this diverse Chaos Legion. From the Flawless Host to the Sensory Reapers, these detachments provide powerful bonuses that complement different playstyles while remaining true to the legion's lore.
Every page of this hardcover tome exudes the excessive nature of Slaanesh, with ornate borders, sinister symbols, and haunting illustrations that immerse you in the twisted reality of the Emperor's Children. The book's high-quality binding and premium paper ensure it will remain a prized part of your Warhammer 40,000 collection.
Whether you're a veteran commander of Chaos forces or taking your first steps into the service of the Dark Prince, this codex provides everything needed to build, paint, and play with an Emperor's Children army in the grim darkness of the far future.