The Adeptus Custodes are the Emperor's praetorian guard, the defenders of Terra and watchers over the Golden Throne.
Watchers of the Throne Series
This saga, set in a grim future, plunges readers into a galaxy torn by war and plagued by political intrigue and constant power struggles. Amidst an era of profound decline and uncertainty, it follows the destinies of key figures striving to maintain a fragile balance and protect the last remnants of humanity. Fans of dark science fiction and epic narratives will discover thrilling action and profound reflections on the nature of power and survival.
Recommended Reading Order
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Watchers of the Throne: The Regent's Shadow
- 368 pages
- 13 hours of reading
The much anticipated second story in the Watchers of the Throne Series. As Guilliman, Regent of Terra, heads off to lead the Indomitus Crusade, he leaves behind a world still in turmoil, beset by cult activity. Stripped of its huge armies for the galactic offensive, recovery is precarious. The Custodians do what they can while keeping the Palace secure, and the Sisters of Silence rebuild their citadel on Luna. When the warship Phalanx returns, it seems that stability will at last be assured. However, as reconquest forces push out further into the slums, they come across signs that another mysterious foe is active. The truth dawns – not every enemy is corrupted by Chaos, for there are many on Terra who do not share Guilliman’s vision of a new order and the prospect of a Terran civil war looms...