Warhammer 40k: Arks of Omen – The Lion
Code: 9781804571408
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Warhammer 40k: Arks of Omen – The Lion
He has slept for ten thousand years. Now the Lion walks again. Arks of Omen: The Lion delivers one of the most anticipated moments in Warhammer 40,000 history – the awakening of Lion El'Jonson, first and mightiest of the Emperor's sons, into a galaxy he no longer recognises. This is the book Dark Angels fans have been waiting for.
Arks of Omen
- The return of the First Son – Lion El'Jonson awakens after ten thousand years, and this book tells that story in full
- A pivotal entry in the Arks of Omen series – owning this volume completes a defining chapter of modern Warhammer 40,000 lore
- Rules and lore combined – valuable both as a narrative read and as a tabletop campaign resource
What is Arks of Omen: The Lion?
The fourth volume in the Arks of Omen campaign series, this book marks a turning point in the ongoing narrative of Warhammer 40,000. At its centre is the return of Lion El'Jonson – his emergence from the Rock, his confrontation with a changed Imperium, and the role he will play in the wars ahead. Alongside the story, the book provides rules content for players who want to bring the campaign's events to the tabletop. Whether you're here for the lore or the gameplay, this volume delivers on both fronts.
What's Inside?
- The full lore of Lion El'Jonson's awakening – one of the most significant primarch narratives in the modern Warhammer 40,000 setting
- Continuing campaign content that advances the Arks of Omen story arc established across the previous three volumes
- Rules expansion for players running Dark Angels and allied forces within the Arks of Omen campaign framework
- Atmospheric artwork and full-colour illustrations capturing the key moments and characters of this chapter
Rules Content and Gameplay Value
Arks of Omen: The Lion isn't just a lore read – it expands gameplay options for Dark Angels players within the campaign system established across the series. The rules content integrates with the Arks of Omen framework introduced in earlier volumes and provides new possibilities for army construction and narrative campaign play. A working knowledge of Warhammer 40,000 core rules is recommended for full gameplay use.
Story and Atmosphere
The Arks of Omen series represents some of the most ambitious narrative work in recent Warhammer 40,000 history – and the Lion's volume is its most emotionally charged entry. After millennia of mysterious slumber, the primarch of the Dark Angels awakens to a galaxy consumed by war, treachery, and despair. His perspective on the modern Imperium, on his own Chapter's secrets, and on his father's legacy is unlike anything available elsewhere in the range. The writing prioritises atmosphere, tension, and the weight of ten thousand years of history.
Who Is This Book For?
Ideal for anyone following the current Warhammer 40,000 story arc, especially Dark Angels players and collectors building the complete Arks of Omen set
- Dark Angels players looking for the definitive lore and rules context behind their army and its legendary leader
- Primarch fans and lore collectors who want to experience one of the most significant character returns in the game's modern era
- Arks of Omen series completionists who want every volume in this landmark campaign sequence
Faction and Allegiance
Faction: Dark Angels, Space Marines, Chaos Space Marines
The book centres on the Dark Angels and their long-lost primarch, Lion El'Jonson. The narrative also draws in broader Space Marine forces and the enemies of the Arks of Omen – including Chaos Space Marines. For Dark Angels players specifically, this book provides both the story foundation and the rules content most relevant to their army and its unique identity.
What you will need
Warhammer 40,000 Core Rules for gameplay use; the book reads as a standalone lore publication without additional materials
What You'll Need
| Requirement | Why |
|---|---|
| For lore reading | No prerequisites – the book works as a standalone narrative. Previous Arks of Omen volumes aren't required but will significantly deepen your appreciation of the story |
| For tabletop gameplay | Warhammer 40,000 Core Rules and the relevant faction Codex for your army |
| For the full series experience | We recommend pairing this with the earlier Arks of Omen volumes – Abaddon, Farsight, and Vashtorr – to follow the complete campaign arc |
Related Products
| Related | Recommendation |
|---|---|
| Previous series entry | Arks of Omen: Vashtorr – the third volume, covering the Iron War and events leading directly into The Lion |
| Army book | Codex Supplement: Dark Angels – the essential companion for players wanting to fully use the Dark Angels rules and lore in their games |
| Series introduction | Arks of Omen: Abaddon – the first volume of the campaign, the best starting point for new readers |
Frequently Asked Questions
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Do I need the previous Arks of Omen books to follow this one? | No – the book is readable on its own. However, the earlier volumes in the series will add significant context and make the story considerably more rewarding. |
| Is this book suitable for someone new to Warhammer 40,000? | As a lore read, it's accessible to anyone with a passing interest in the setting. For full gameplay use, a basic familiarity with Warhammer 40,000 rules is recommended. |
| Does this book include datasheets or unit rules? | The book contains campaign and rules content for the Arks of Omen series. Complete unit datasheets are found in the relevant faction Codex. |
| What language is this book published in? | The book is published in English, consistent with all Games Workshop publications in the Arks of Omen series. |
Additional parameters
| Category: | Books and manuals |
|---|---|
| Warranty: | 2 years |
| EAN: | 9781804571408 |
| Book type: | Campaign Book |
| Frakce W40K: | Space Marines |
| herni system: | Warhammer 40K |
| skupina armad W40K: | Space Marines |
| subFRAKCE Space Marines: | Dark Angels |
| typ modelu: | Rules & Books |
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Vstupte do temného světa Warhammer 40,000!
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Co zde najdete:
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- Jednotky a vozidla: Detailní plastové modely připravené k sestavení a nabarvení.
- Kodexy a pravidla: Oficiální knihy s pravidly, lore a strategiemi pro každou frakci.
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Začněte budovat svou armádu a bojujte za slávu Impéria – nebo jeho zkázu!
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