“The ways of Chaos represent the basis for all life in the universe. Without its tender touch, there could be no joy, no anger, and no pain.”
–Brother Ruine of the Scarlet Eye

Back in October we announced Hand of Corruption , a full adventure in three acts for Black Crusade . Presented in one comprehensive volume, Hand of Corruption is an epic story that takes you and your fellow Heretics from the swirling depths of the Screaming Vortex to the far reaches of the Calixis Sector, and then to a parched and windswept Imperial penal world called Saint Annard’s Penance. There, you’ll attempt to perform an unholy ritual to drag the planet into the Screaming Vortex, an offering to the Ruinous Powers.

Since our initial announcement, we’ve seen in-depth details on both the ill-fated Imperial planet and the dark ritual with which you’ll seek to claim it. Now, with the release of Hand of Corruption just a few weeks away, it’s the perfect time to head to your local retailer and place your pre-order.

The Imperium’s Most Wanted

For more on Hand of Corruption , here’s a word from Black Crusade ’s lead developer:

As the first book for the Black Crusade line, Hand of Corruption explores one of the fascinating premises first introduced in the Core Rulebook. For the first time in Warhammer 40,000 Roleplay , the players can play characters completely opposed to the Imperium, and Hand of Corruption brings that theme directly to the fore. The Heretics are pitted against the Imperium from the start, and have to infiltrate, deceive, and ultimately fight Imperial forces head on to get what they want. And what they want is nothing less than control of an entire planet full of psychopathic, dangerous, violent prisoners—perfect fodder for the players’ eventual Black Crusade!

Of course, to get there, the players have to go toe to toe with some of the Imperium’s best and brightest—the types of individuals they might have been playing as characters in another Warhammer 40,000 Roleplay line. Plus, this adventure throws plenty of pitfalls along the players’ route. I wouldn’t want to reveal any spoilers, but it’s an adventure Game Masters should have a lot of fun springing on their players, and players should have a lot of fun playing through.

Visit your local retailer to reserve your copy of Hand of Corruption , and in just a few more weeks, prove your worth to the Ruinous Powers!