Veterans of the Fall (Paperback)

Kasrkin: Tattershields – Astra Militarum Warhammer 40,000 Novel

Stand with the last defenders of Cadia in Kasrkin: Tattershields, a grim and gripping Warhammer 40,000 novel. Follow an elite unit of Astra Militarum veterans as they fight against impossible odds, refusing to surrender even after the fall of their homeworld.

No Hope. No Reinforcements. No Surrender.

This intense Warhammer 40K story delivers:

• Elite Kasrkin soldiers in a desperate survival campaign
• Dark, gritty Astra Militarum storytelling
• Relentless battles against Chaos cultists and the Archenemy
• A character-driven narrative focused on duty and sacrifice

Perfect for fans of Imperial Guard lore, Cadia survivors, and grimdark military sci-fi.

The Story

After the fall of Cadia, the Kasrkin known as the Tattershields are all that remain.

Stranded on a shattered world overrun by rival cults, these hardened veterans hold the line through sabotage, assassinations, and sheer discipline. Led by the unyielding Sergeant Kostantin Taikon, they fight on despite dwindling hope and mounting losses.

But as internal betrayal spreads and a new, terrifying enemy closes in, the last defenders of Cadia must make a final stand—one driven not by hope, but by defiance.

Written by William Crowe

Included Stories

• Tattershield (short story)
• Tatters of Hope: Part One–Five (5-part serial)
• Veterans of the Fall (novella)

Why Read Kasrkin: Tattershields?

• Deep dive into Astra Militarum and Kasrkin lore
• Explores the aftermath of Cadia’s fall
• Gritty, emotional storytelling with high stakes
• Perfect for fans of Imperial Guard and Chaos conflict
• Multiple connected stories in one volume

Perfect For

• Warhammer 40K lore fans
• Astra Militarum players and collectors
• Readers who enjoy dark military sci-fi
• Fans of Cadia and post-fall narratives