Warhammer 40,000: First Founding – Art & Lore Compendium

Immerse yourself in the history and visual grandeur of the First Founding Chapters with this remarkable art and background book, showcasing rich lore and breathtaking new artwork.

WHY YOU SHOULD READ IT
Uncover the epic legacy of the nine loyalist Chapters of the First Founding — the Emperor’s enduring champions who have safeguarded Humanity for over ten millennia.

OVERVIEW
In the aftermath of the Age of Strife, as Humanity stood on the edge of extinction, the Emperor of Mankind forged his greatest creation — the Space Marines. These transhuman warriors were organized into twenty mighty Legions, the First Founding. Now, in the Era Indomitus, nine of these brotherhoods remain steadfast, transformed into Chapters that stand as Humanity’s shield against heresy, alien threats, and daemonic corruption.

This volume delves deep into the identity, traditions, and martial doctrines of each loyalist Chapter, vividly realized through more than thirty exclusive illustrations — including nine striking double-page artworks.

Inside, discover the lore, culture, and artistry of:
– Dark Angels
– White Scars
– Space Wolves
– Imperial Fists
– Blood Angels
– Iron Hands
– Ultramarines
– Salamanders
– Raven Guard

Written by Guy Haley, Nick Kyme, John French, David Guymer, and Callum Davis, First Founding is an essential celebration of Warhammer 40,000’s most storied heroes.