Death and Duty (Paperback)

No Bold Act – An Astra Militarum Anthology (Warhammer 40,000)

“No bold act is too small to be without consequence.”

Within the grim darkness of the far future, the Imperium’s survival depends not only on its Space Marines or mighty heroes, but on the courage of its most ordinary defenders — the soldiers of the Astra Militarum. This anthology collects 12 gripping short stories that celebrate the grit, loyalty, and sacrifice of humanity’s true backbone: the Imperial Guard.

Read It Because:
No warriors are more relatable or inspiring than the Astra Militarum. These tales shine a light on the men and women who face the horrors of the 41st Millennium armed with little more than their lasguns, tanks, and unyielding determination. They are the true heroes of the Imperium — though history may never remember their names.

The Story:
The Astra Militarum fights across countless worlds, their strength found not in advanced technology or superhuman might, but in the bravery of the ordinary soldier. Whether it’s the brutal Catachan jungle fighters, steadfast Cadians, or stoic Krieg Guardsmen, each story reveals what it means to stand together against overwhelming odds — to fight and die not just for the Emperor, but for one another.

Contents:

• Less Than Human by Steve Lyons

• Blood Sands by Victoria Hayward

• Hell Fist by Justin Woolley

• The Sum of its Parts by Rhuairidh James

• The Strength of Symbols by Carrie Harris

• The Redoubt by John Sollitto

• Finest Hour by Sam Ryan

• Resounding by Russell Zimmerman

• Those Without Mercy by Callum Davis

• The Last Psyker by Shauna Lawless

• Exterminator by Mike Vincent

• Worm of Valhalla by Tom R Pike

This anthology offers a powerful glimpse into the courage and humanity of the Astra Militarum, making it a must-read for Warhammer 40,000 fans who appreciate the heroism of ordinary soldiers standing firm against impossible darkness.