• The first novel from Grand Cathay.
• Premium hardcover edition.
• Authentic original text in English.

The Great Bastion holds the borders of civilization against the relentless onslaught of Chaos. The book Blood of the Bastion by Evan Dicken takes you straight to the massive walls of the legendary Grand Cathay empire. Experience the harsh reality of the soldiers who defend their home at the ultimate cost.

Defending the Great Bastion

Hordes of raiders assault the stone walls, and every mistake means instant doom. The story follows commanders and rank-and-file soldiers on the front lines of an endless war. Evan Dicken delivers raw military action and reveals the secrets of the Dragon Empire's culture.

A piece of the empire for your library

The high-quality hardcover keeps the volume in perfect condition even after repeated reading. The original English text preserves the author's unique style and the specific terminology of the Warhammer: The Old World setting. Place this collector's item right next to your army!

The book is in English.

The forces of Grand Cathay are getting their first Black Library novel – Blood of the Bastion by Evan Dicken.

Following hot on the heels of their stunning miniatures range, it’s another way to explore the Empire of the Celestial Dragon.

A veteran soldier, Yao Kai, finally achieves his dream of being named a Master of the Snake Gate – part of the Great Bastion that shields the north from the Chaos Wastes - only to discover a plot to bring it down that comes from within, rather than without. This exciting new novel is filled with intrigue, conspiracies, and secrets that Yao Kai must navigate to protect his realm, and he may just have to sacrifice everything he’s earned to do it.