Black Library - For the Emperor (Illustrated and Annotated Edition) (HB) (PRE-ORDER FOR 07/11/2026)

Return to the beginning of Commissar Ciaphas Cain's legendary career with For the Emperor: Illustrated and Annotated Edition. This premium hardcover revisits Sandy Mitchell's beloved Black Library novel, enhanced with exclusive author annotations, stunning new artwork, and the familiar editorial notes of Inquisitor Amberley Vail.

Follow Cain as he is thrust into a dangerous conflict on a world caught between the Imperium and the expanding T'au Empire. Forced to balance survival, duty, and his carefully cultivated heroic reputation, Cain must navigate political intrigue, alien threats, and relentless warfare in one of the most celebrated Warhammer 40,000 novels ever written.

Ideal for longtime Black Library readers and newcomers alike, this deluxe illustrated edition offers fresh insight into a classic story while showcasing beautiful new artwork throughout.

Product Contents and Features

• Hardcover illustrated and annotated edition of For the Emperor
• Written by Sandy Mitchell
• Features exclusive author annotations and commentary
• Includes Inquisitor Amberley Vail's in-universe annotations
• Contains newly commissioned artwork throughout
• Classic Warhammer 40,000 novel featuring Commissar Ciaphas Cain
• Premium collector's hardcover edition

Experience the novel that introduced one of Warhammer 40,000's most iconic heroes in this enhanced collector's edition. 

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