Horus Rising (Paperback)

Horus Rising - Book 1 of the Horus Heresy | A landmark Warhammer 40,000 novel

Begin the saga where it all starts. Set in the 31st Millennium at the height of the Imperium's power, Horus Rising charts the decisive moment when the Emperor withdraws to Terra and appoints his favoured son, Horus, as Warmaster. On the brink of ultimate victory, this bold transfer of command becomes the fulcrum on which destiny turns—will Horus fulfill the grand design, or will doubt and rivalry spark a heresy that plunges the galaxy into civil war? Penned by Dan Abnett, this opening chapter of the Horus Heresy lays the foundations for the most defining conflict in the Warhammer 40,000 universe.

Read it to witness Horus as a celebrated hero—humanity's greatest champion—before tragedy strikes. Abnett's vivid storytelling explores loyalty, brotherhood, and ambition among the Primarchs and their Legions, capturing the ideals of the Warhammer 40k Space Marine and the fragile unity of an empire stretched across the stars. This is essential lore for anyone looking to understand how the Imperium's golden age fractures into darkness and how the seeds of rebellion threaten humanity's very survival.

Essential Warhammer 40k book for wargaming and Space Marine collectors

Whether you're deep into wargaming or just starting your journey, Horus Rising is the perfect Warhammer 40k livre to anchor your collection. It's a definitive entry point for fans building Space Marine figurines and assembling Warhammer 40 000 figures—giving rich backstory to the heroes and legions that inspire your tabletop armies. Ideal for readers searching for a livre Warhammer 40k or warhammer livre that connects directly to the lore behind your wargame, it complements any collection of space marine figurines, figurine space marine, or broader Warhammer 40,000 figurines.

As the first volume in the Horus Heresy, this novel is a must-have among livres Warhammer 40k, delivering the context that fuels every battle on the tabletop. From the triumphs of the Great Crusade to the whispers of betrayal among the Emperor's sons, Horus Rising is both gripping fiction and a cornerstone of the Warhammer 40k mythos.

Written by Dan Abnett. Start here, and experience the moment when hope, honor, and unity begin to crack—before the Warhammer 40,000 galaxy is changed forever.