As we mentioned in our first sneak peek at the new Drukhari rules, their new codex is on its way soon. To help set the scene, we thought we’d take a closer look at the subdimensional city-realm of Commorragh and detail some of the many, many ways in which you can be horribly killed should you enter there.
There are far too many to list in their entirety, but here are some of our favourites, with a score out of 10 depending on the originality of the death in question (trust us when we tell you it’s a Drukhari thing).
Fall to Your Death – 1/10
Simple, but effective. You could be plucked from the ground by a pack of roving Hellions and dropped from a terminal height while they laugh at your total lack of skyboard. Why? Because they can.
Become Collateral Damage in Internecine Gang War – 3/10*
The Archons of the Drukhari are always seeking ways to increase their Kabal’s power, and they certainly don’t shirk from extremely aggressive negotiations with their rivals.
For his part, the Supreme Overlord of Commorragh, Asdrubael Vect, actively encourages such conflicts, as they weed out the weak among his subordinates. Casualties among non-combatants are all but inevitable – especially given the casually murderous nature of the Drukhari.
A Glorious Death in the Arena – 6/10
The fate of many who enter Commorragh is to be cut down by the infamous Drukhari gladiators and jetbike-riding Reavers of the Wych Cults, or perhaps even gribbled by some dread beast (such as a Clawed Fiend) that they’ve captured. Despite the exceptionally common nature of this death, it still scores well on account of the spectacular fashion and elaborate means by which the Wyches strive to execute their kills. After all, Drukhari audiences are not easily entertained. Furthermore, bonus points are also available as follows:
- Spill your lifeblood in the Crucibael, Commorragh’s greatest amphitheatre: +1
- Earn the honour of being slain by none other than gladiatrix supreme Lelith Hesperax: +3
Killed by Your Own Shadow – 8/10
Little did you know that your shadow was, in fact, an otherworldly Mandrake. Alas…
‘Processed’ by a Pain Engine – 10/10
To fall victim to a Talos or Cronos of the Haemonculus Covens is to suffer a death more painful than it’s possible for any mortal mind to conceive. Don’t think too hard, just know that it’s bad. Like, REALLY bad.
(Dis)Honourable Mention: Become Living Furniture – 0/10
Technically, this one doesn’t result in your death, so it doesn't score any points. But don’t let that fool you – it’s actually much worse. Instead, you’re being kept alive indefinitely as a morbid furnishing, courtesy of the arcane technology and unfathomably cruel arts of the Haemonculii. Whether you’ve been horribly distorted into an aesthetically pleasing sculpture, or have been flayed and now serve as a plush pillow cover, you’re having a bad time, all the time.
You’ll be able to read more about Commorragh soon, for Codex: Drukhari is up for pre-order from Saturday the 20th of March. Until then, keep your eyes on Warhammer Community for previews of the army and Crusade rules found in the new codex, and grab yourself a Start Collecting! set to kickstart or reinforce your Drukhari collection in readiness.
* Depending on the exact nature of your demise, bonus points are available at our discretion.