Lorehammer - A Warhammer 40k Podcast

*Ad Free Version available on Lorehammer Patreon, link below.*Kâhl Ûthar the Destined is no ordinary warrior. Marked from birth by an ancient prophecy and entrusted with the Blade of the Ancestors, Ûthar has spent his life forging himself into the warrior and leader his fate demands. From the halls of Obsyd Gate to the blood-soaked battlefields of the Battle of Örgvayr, the Destined has endured wars, slain legendary foes and led the Kin against the horrors of Chaos. Yet for all his victories, Ûthar remains haunted by a single question: what is the great destiny he was born to fulfil? In this episode, we delve into the history, battles, beliefs and legend of one of the greatest kâhls of the Leagues of Votann, and the prophecy that may yet shape the fate of the Kin.Lorehammer Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/c/lorehammer/membershipOne Time Donationshttps://paypal.me/lorehammerpodcastLink to all Linkshttps://linktr.ee/Lorehammer40k

*Ad Free Version available on Lorehammer Patreon, link below.*Aun'Va, the Master of the Undying Spirit, was one of the greatest and most revered Ethereals in the history of the T'au Empire. As the supreme leader of the T'au'va, he guided his people through wars, expansion and crises with an unwavering devotion to the Greater Good. Even in death, his influence endured, with his image preserved as a symbol of wisdom, unity and eternal purpose. In this episode, we explore the life, legacy and strange fate of Aun'Va, and the chilling question of whether the T'au truly allowed their greatest leader to die.Lorehammer Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/c/lorehammer/membershipOne Time Donationshttps://paypal.me/lorehammerpodcastLink to all Linkshttps://linktr.ee/Lorehammer40k

*Ad Free Version available on Lorehammer Patreon, link below.*Deep beneath the impossible spires of Commorragh dwells one of the most ancient and terrifying figures in the Drukhari empire: Urien Rakarth, the Master Haemonculus and lord of the Prophets of Flesh. More than a mere fleshcrafter, Rakarth is a living testament to the horrors of obsession, immortality, and the endless pursuit of perfection. In this episode, we explore the history of the Sculptor of Torments, from his ancient origins before the Fall of the Aeldari to his mastery of regeneration, fleshcrafting, and the creation of nightmares that even the Dark City fears. We uncover the twisted genius behind the Wracks, Grotesques, Talos Pain Engines, and the countless experiments that have made Rakarth one of the galaxy’s greatest biological artisans. Step into the laboratories of Commorragh and discover the mind of a being who no longer sees flesh as life, but as a material waiting to be reshaped.Lorehammer Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/c/lorehammer/membershipOne Time Donationshttps://paypal.me/lorehammerpodcastLink to all Linkshttps://linktr.ee/Lorehammer40k

*Ad Free Version available on Lorehammer Patreon, link below.*Eldrad Ulthran is the greatest Farseer of the Aeldari, an ancient prophet who has spent more than ten thousand years navigating the countless paths of fate. From the Fall of the Aeldari to the Horus Heresy, the rise of Abaddon, and the awakening of Ynnead, Eldrad has guided Craftworld Ulthwé through disasters that could have ended his people forever. Yet foresight is not certainty, and every future he saves demands a sacrifice. In this episode, we explore the life, visions, powers, alliances, and impossible choices of the Seer of Ulthwé. We examine his efforts to manipulate Humanity, his role in shaping the fate of the galaxy, his exile, his connection to the Ynnari, and the terrible burden carried by one who can see countless futures but never knows which path will lead his people to salvation.Lorehammer Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/c/lorehammer/membershipOne Time Donationshttps://paypal.me/lorehammerpodcastLink to all Linkshttps://linktr.ee/Lorehammer40k

*Ad Free Version available on Lorehammer Patreon, link below.*Not every theory born in the grim darkness of the far future is backed by ancient tomes and Black Library novels. In this special bonus episode of Lorehammer, the hosts descend into the depths of Reddit to explore some of the funniest, wildest, and most unhinged fan theories the Warhammer 40,000 community has ever dreamed up. From secret Primarch conspiracies and bizarre Chaos plots to Ork myths and tinfoil-worthy speculation, they separate the surprisingly plausible from the utterly ridiculous. Whether these theories are brilliant, hilarious, or completely impossible, they're all part of what makes the 40k community so entertaining.Lorehammer Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/c/lorehammer/membershipOne Time Donationshttps://paypal.me/lorehammerpodcastLink to all Linkshttps://linktr.ee/Lorehammer40k

*Ad Free Version available on Lorehammer Patreon, link below.*The Death Guard have endured for ten thousand years, and in all that time they have never truly stopped marching. From the plague-ridden depths of the Plague Planet, Mortarion's sons continue their endless war against the Imperium, spreading disease, decay, and despair across the galaxy. But the Death Guard of the 41st Millennium are more than bloated warriors and diseased war machines. They are a Legion that has endured the collapse of empires, the death of worlds, and the passage of ages, emerging from every catastrophe more resilient and more corrupted than before. In this episode, we explore the Death Guard after the Great Scouring, from the rise of the Plague Companies and the spread of the vectoriums to the grim hierarchy, wargear, vehicles, diseases, and daemonic forces that allow Mortarion's Legion to continue its slow, inevitable advance into the darkness of the 41st Millennium. Lorehammer Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/c/lorehammer/membershipOne Time Donationshttps://paypal.me/lorehammerpodcastLink to all Linkshttps://linktr.ee/Lorehammer40k

*Ad Free Version available on Lorehammer Patreon, link below.*Before they became the Plague Marines feared across the galaxy, the Death Guard were the relentless XIV Legion of the Great Crusade. In this episode, we explore their origins as the Dusk Raiders of Old Albia, their transformation under the grim rule of Mortarion, and the brutal doctrine that made them masters of attritional warfare. From the toxic world of Barbarus to the battlefields of Isstvan, Prospero, and Terra, we follow the Legion's rise, their unwavering loyalty to their Primarch, and the tragic chain of events that condemned them to Nurgle's embrace. Join us as we examine the organisation, culture, wargear, campaigns, and philosophy of one of the Horus Heresy's most iconic Legions, before disease became their greatest weapon and eternal curse.Lorehammer Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/c/lorehammer/membershipOne Time Donationshttps://paypal.me/lorehammerpodcastLink to all Linkshttps://linktr.ee/Lorehammer40k

*Ad Free Version available on Lorehammer Patreon, link below.*From the opening betrayals at Isstvan to the poisoned corridors of the Terminus Est and the blood-soaked walls of the Imperial Palace, this episode follows Mortarion through the Horus Heresy and his tragic fall into damnation. We explore his loyalty to Horus, the corruption of the Death Guard, his confrontation with Jaghatai Khan, the bargain that bound him to Nurgle, and his transformation into the Daemon Primarch of the XIV Legion. Once a warrior who sought to destroy tyrants and eradicate sorcery, Mortarion's greatest battle became the one he could never win, against the darkness within himself.Lorehammer Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/c/lorehammer/membershipOne Time Donationshttps://paypal.me/lorehammerpodcastLink to all Linkshttps://linktr.ee/Lorehammer40k

*Ad Free Version available on Lorehammer Patreon, link below.*In this episode, we explore the origins of Mortarion, Primarch of the Death Guard, from his creation in the Emperor's Primarch Project to his harsh upbringing upon the toxic world of Barbarus. We examine his struggle against the necromantic Overlords, his reunion with the Emperor, and his transformation of the Dusk Raiders into the relentless Death Guard. From there, we follow his role throughout the Great Crusade, exploring his philosophy, leadership, wargear, relationships with his brother Primarchs, and the campaigns that forged his Legion into one of the Imperium's most feared instruments of conquest. Before betrayal consumed the galaxy, Mortarion had already become a legend of grim endurance, relentless warfare, and unwavering resolve.Lorehammer Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/c/lorehammer/membershipOne Time Donationshttps://paypal.me/lorehammerpodcastLink to all Linkshttps://linktr.ee/Lorehammer40k

*Ad Free Version available on Lorehammer Patreon, link below.*In this episode, we look at 10th and 11th edition exploring what the future may hold for Warhammer 40,000 at a time when the hobby is bigger than it has ever been. The crew discusses potential new armies, model ranges, rules innovations, and long-awaited lore developments, as well as the characters, factions, and storylines that could shape the next era of the setting. From returning Primarchs and galaxy-shaking campaigns to the continued evolution of the tabletop game itself, we examine the possibilities that lie on the horizon for the grim darkness of the far future. Drawing on decades of history and the momentum of modern 40k, this is an episode about anticipation, ambition, and the exciting road ahead for the world's greatest miniature wargame.Lorehammer Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/c/lorehammer/membershipOne Time Donationshttps://paypal.me/lorehammerpodcastLink to all Linkshttps://linktr.ee/Lorehammer40k

*Ad Free Version available on Lorehammer Patreon, link below.*In this episode, we break down the era of 8th and 9th edition Warhammer 40,000, a period that transformed both the game and its setting. The crew explores how 8th edition rebuilt the rules from the ground up and ushered in the Age of the Dark Imperium, before examining 9th edition's focus on narrative campaigns, faction identity, and increasingly complex army rules. Along the way, we discuss the rise and evolution of Primaris Marines, the return of legendary characters, the Tyranids' latest invasion, and how Games Workshop has shaped the modern face of Warhammer 40,000. It's an episode about reinvention, refinement, and the ongoing struggle to balance an ever-expanding galaxy.Lorehammer Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/c/lorehammer/membershipOne Time Donationshttps://paypal.me/lorehammerpodcastLink to all Linkshttps://linktr.ee/Lorehammer40k

*Ad Free Version available on Lorehammer Patreon, link below.*5th, 6th and 7th edition marked a major turning point for Warhammer 40,000, pushing the game into a larger, more cinematic era of warfare. In this episode, the crew discusses the rise of massive vehicle battles, apocalyptic firepower, flyers, and increasingly deadly armies that transformed how the tabletop looked and played. We explore how the lore expanded dramatically during this period, with galaxy-spanning campaigns, the growth of named characters, and the setting becoming more narrative-driven than ever before. From the brutality of Grey Knights and Necrons to the arrival of allies, super-heavies, and overwatch, we break down the rules changes that defined the era, alongside the unforgettable codexes, artwork, and hobby memories that made 5th, 6th and 7th edition such a chaotic and beloved time in 40k history.Lorehammer Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/c/lorehammer/membershipOne Time Donationshttps://paypal.me/lorehammerpodcastLink to all Linkshttps://linktr.ee/Lorehammer40k