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Gotrek & Felix #3
Daemonslayer
Gotrek & Felix join an expedition northwards in search of the long-lost dwarf hold of Karag Dum. Setting forth for the hideous Realms of Chaos in an experimental dwarf airship, the heroic pair are sworn to recover the ancient treasures or die in the attempt.
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This is the book that brings in loads of the elements of classic Gotrek and Felix – Snorri Nosebiter, Malakai Makaisson, Ulrika Magdova and Max Schrieber all make their first appearances. Plus it's a cracking tale in its own right, with a truly epic conclusion.
288 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 1, 1999
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January 23, 2010
Another great read. Third in the series, this book starts the most epic tale of our two heroes. Here we are introduced to a supporting cast of the brillantly riddiculous Snorri Nosebiter, the brilliantly forthright Ulrika Magdova, the brilliantly eccentric Malakai Makaisson and the brilliantly brilliant Max Schrieber. With continued scheming by the Skaven, and look into Gotrek's past and origins of his mighty weapon, what more could you want?? Apart from maybe a battle with a greater chaos deamon? Well, funny you should say that...
December 25, 2023
Pretty sure this is a spinoff of Pokemon. Gotrek and Felix are Ash and Co. and Thanquol and Boneripper are Team Rocket. I am hooked now
July 10, 2013
- Tak, Felix, hurá von do neznáma!
- Počkajte! Mohlo by to byť nebezpečné!
- Hmm, pravda. Felix, ideš prvý to tam skontrolovať.
4 hviezdičky, ale vlastne skôr 7/10 z jedného prozaického dôvodu: prvú tretinu som čítala asi mesiac. Chýbala mi úžasne silná atmosféra poviedok a/alebo špinavá sieť kanálov a intríg z druhej časti. Zabíjač démonov je prednostne o... zabíjaní. Gotrek a Felix sa hneď v úvode zapletú do megaveľkej bitky a kým sa z nej v prvej tretine vysekajú, ja sa dosť nudím.
Ústredná zápletka - trpaslíci postavili vzducholoď, pomocou ktorej sa chcú dostať do miestneho "Mordoru," pátrať po miestnych trpaslíkoch (alebo ich ostatkoch) a objaviť legendárne trpaslíčie kladivo - sa začne riešiť až v polovici. A tu kniha chytí viditeľný cieľ a do konca je to jedna báseň s úžasnou, krvavou a epickou bitkou v závere.
Minulé dva diely sa mi príbehom či potulkami po svete páčili viac, ako "len" Felixova paranoja pred vzdušnou dopravou, ale mám túto tvrdú fantasy rada, od tých 30% ďalej som sa veľmi bavila a hneď mám chuť na ďalší diel, čiže tie (slabšie) štyri hviezdičky doprajem.
Zdálo se, že trolobijcům je srdečně jedno, že se na ně žene několik tisíc bestií - příliš mnoho i na tak skvělé válečníky, jakými byli.
"Měli bychom se postavit na schodiště, tam budeme v dobré pozici," řekl Gotrek. "Je tam málo místa. Nemůže jich na nás mnoho najdnou. To se to bude zabíjet."
"Je to nesportovní," namítl Snorri. "Než k nám doběhnou, budou unavený. Nejdřív se tolik naběhaj a potom ještě tolik schodů. Možná bysme jim měli jít trochu naproti."
- Počkajte! Mohlo by to byť nebezpečné!
- Hmm, pravda. Felix, ideš prvý to tam skontrolovať.
4 hviezdičky, ale vlastne skôr 7/10 z jedného prozaického dôvodu: prvú tretinu som čítala asi mesiac. Chýbala mi úžasne silná atmosféra poviedok a/alebo špinavá sieť kanálov a intríg z druhej časti. Zabíjač démonov je prednostne o... zabíjaní. Gotrek a Felix sa hneď v úvode zapletú do megaveľkej bitky a kým sa z nej v prvej tretine vysekajú, ja sa dosť nudím.
Ústredná zápletka - trpaslíci postavili vzducholoď, pomocou ktorej sa chcú dostať do miestneho "Mordoru," pátrať po miestnych trpaslíkoch (alebo ich ostatkoch) a objaviť legendárne trpaslíčie kladivo - sa začne riešiť až v polovici. A tu kniha chytí viditeľný cieľ a do konca je to jedna báseň s úžasnou, krvavou a epickou bitkou v závere.
Minulé dva diely sa mi príbehom či potulkami po svete páčili viac, ako "len" Felixova paranoja pred vzdušnou dopravou, ale mám túto tvrdú fantasy rada, od tých 30% ďalej som sa veľmi bavila a hneď mám chuť na ďalší diel, čiže tie (slabšie) štyri hviezdičky doprajem.
Zdálo se, že trolobijcům je srdečně jedno, že se na ně žene několik tisíc bestií - příliš mnoho i na tak skvělé válečníky, jakými byli.
"Měli bychom se postavit na schodiště, tam budeme v dobré pozici," řekl Gotrek. "Je tam málo místa. Nemůže jich na nás mnoho najdnou. To se to bude zabíjet."
"Je to nesportovní," namítl Snorri. "Než k nám doběhnou, budou unavený. Nejdřív se tolik naběhaj a potom ještě tolik schodů. Možná bysme jim měli jít trochu naproti."
May 8, 2011
For all intents and purposes, this book should have been called Skavenslayer (Warhammer) II, journey to the Chaos Wastes.
Not that this is a bad thing. The story keeps on spinning along, in a perfect tempo. Never too fast or too spun out.
And the fight with the Bloodthirster (the one on the cover) is mighty cool !
... and also, this is the first Black Library novel I read that ends on a cliffhanger ...
Not that this is a bad thing. The story keeps on spinning along, in a perfect tempo. Never too fast or too spun out.
And the fight with the Bloodthirster (the one on the cover) is mighty cool !
... and also, this is the first Black Library novel I read that ends on a cliffhanger ...
July 22, 2022
"Ach, awae wi’ye reeder. Ah’m sure yeh’ll be wantin’ tae reed what this is ah aboot gao gao!” Loove Malakai
The first singular narrative novel for Gotrek & Felix is a cracker. A proper old school grimdark fantasy tale, taking our heroes from the ‘cosier’ confines of the Empire (and less somewhat the Dwarfs realm) into the Chaos Wastes for doom and glory (possibly a bit of both). Plenty of various places are visited including, Kislev the famous home of the northern horsemen, the Chaos Wastes, really not a place any sane person wants to holiday at, a bit like Butlins but with less mutants.
I absolutely love some of Games Workshop’s earlier novels (previously before being known as Black Library they were Box Tree). There’s a lot of character, lore and world building going on. DaemonSlayer is no different. Our journey starts with the Trollslayer Gotrek and his sworn-recorder-of-his-death manling friend Felix sitting pretty in a tavern downing yards of ale. It really wouldn’t be a Gotrek novel without copious amounts of drinking would it.
Upon the same night, they meet a young Dwarf named Varek Varigsson (if I get any names wrong, I blame my memory leak) and an old friend of Gotrek and fellow ‘slayer Snorri Nosebitter. Snorri, well, is a special dwarf, he’s fallen on his head one too many times and is rather comically. What he lacks in wits he makes up for in brawn. Varek comes with news that they are attempting to cross the Chaos Wastes and find the lost Dwarven keep of Karag Dum. Known to hold long lost relics such as the Hammer of Fate and the Axe of Griminir. Both artefacts were, so it was said, gifted to them by the early races, builders, or something akin to that. Perhaps a long-lost race swallowed up by the hordes of Chaos.
As Varek tells the tale, it becomes clear Gotrek was part of a failed expedition to Karag Dum many years before. Despite this, the Trollslayer and his companion agree to travel to the Lonely Tower. Once there Borek Forkbeard tell all the Dwarfs present about a massive airship which is being constructed to traverse the wastes, named The Spirit of Grungni. Our old friend Skaven (ratmen) Grey Seer Thanquol is nearby and already planning a most fiendish plan to… unburdened the Dwarfs of their newly minted airship.
I won’t go on with the summary as I want to avoid spoilers, but essentially, it’s a story of survival against all the odds. A very atypical story from Black Library, but one that given the world building and lore is an excellent and enjoyable read – let’s also factor in this is an early story also. The characters are well handled, from the engineer Scottish sounding wee lad Malakai Makassion another Trollslayer to Ulkria Magdova, someone who certainly grows and turns up in future novels. Borek Forkbeard, the person in-charge of the expedition is an interesting character also. Lots of background lore about the dwarfs is revealed – especially given all the dwarfs involved in this deed are all outcast. Let’s be honest, Warhammer dwarfs are known as a noble and honourable. So, you get a sense of just how important this quest is to them.
Let’s talk about the action, this is a Warhammer novel after all. There is one particular set piece that I really enjoyed. During their travels too Karag Dum, the airship named The Spirit of Grungni is forced to stop and make repairs. The Slayer’s and Felix go and explore the ruins below, the pretence is silly, but the reasons why and how aren’t so important here. They encounter a certain wizard, and suddenly the three are transported inside a rebuilt gladiatorial/sacrificial arena. Where previously the area was an old ruin and in disrepair. Within moments are attacked and the three of them engage various forces of Chaos. There’s some really strong imagery that helps explain their situation, I’ve always felt this was one of William King’s strongest assets as a writer. When you combine that with his excellent handling of the descriptive narrative, it really helps the story flow into something a little more than your standard Warhammer Fantasy read. I will say that many of the earlier Games Workshop novels feature this combination and some are a real joy to read. Well, for me anyway. I understand some readers will always attribute GW stories as “bolter-porn” or “standard hobby niche” stories labels, that’s fine, as there are plenty of Black Library novels out there that do encapsule that ethos to the letter. Just for a FYI, I’d recommend the new Warhammer Crime imprint from Black Library. It’s a nice change of pace and shifts focus from the action to actual detective work throughout the Imperium and beyond. I’m a huge supporter of this imprint, it’s something I’ve been asking for many years now.
Let’s have a brief chat about the ending. It’s rushed, which isn’t unusual with Black Library novel. The final destination of a-many good Games Workshop novels seem to vomit out the conclusion rather to quickly for my liking [at times]. I wish there was more time to explore Karag Dum, there was a story within a story there, but that’s the beauty of imagination and leaving certain things unsaid. I would have liked a few more pages on this, instead the arrival and the ending are around 40 pages long, kind of disappointing given the set-up of 400[ish] pages in-between. It’s a minor gripe, but one I thought I’d mention.
If your new to Games Workshop novels and are looking for some fantasy epics, Gotrek & Felix has that abundance. I would suggest Trollsalyer as a starting point. The multitude of characters that actually get spin-off standalone stories is a real treat. So, I always recommend these stories as a starting point. I highly recommend ayyyyye *love from Makiasson*.
The first singular narrative novel for Gotrek & Felix is a cracker. A proper old school grimdark fantasy tale, taking our heroes from the ‘cosier’ confines of the Empire (and less somewhat the Dwarfs realm) into the Chaos Wastes for doom and glory (possibly a bit of both). Plenty of various places are visited including, Kislev the famous home of the northern horsemen, the Chaos Wastes, really not a place any sane person wants to holiday at, a bit like Butlins but with less mutants.
I absolutely love some of Games Workshop’s earlier novels (previously before being known as Black Library they were Box Tree). There’s a lot of character, lore and world building going on. DaemonSlayer is no different. Our journey starts with the Trollslayer Gotrek and his sworn-recorder-of-his-death manling friend Felix sitting pretty in a tavern downing yards of ale. It really wouldn’t be a Gotrek novel without copious amounts of drinking would it.
Upon the same night, they meet a young Dwarf named Varek Varigsson (if I get any names wrong, I blame my memory leak) and an old friend of Gotrek and fellow ‘slayer Snorri Nosebitter. Snorri, well, is a special dwarf, he’s fallen on his head one too many times and is rather comically. What he lacks in wits he makes up for in brawn. Varek comes with news that they are attempting to cross the Chaos Wastes and find the lost Dwarven keep of Karag Dum. Known to hold long lost relics such as the Hammer of Fate and the Axe of Griminir. Both artefacts were, so it was said, gifted to them by the early races, builders, or something akin to that. Perhaps a long-lost race swallowed up by the hordes of Chaos.
As Varek tells the tale, it becomes clear Gotrek was part of a failed expedition to Karag Dum many years before. Despite this, the Trollslayer and his companion agree to travel to the Lonely Tower. Once there Borek Forkbeard tell all the Dwarfs present about a massive airship which is being constructed to traverse the wastes, named The Spirit of Grungni. Our old friend Skaven (ratmen) Grey Seer Thanquol is nearby and already planning a most fiendish plan to… unburdened the Dwarfs of their newly minted airship.
I won’t go on with the summary as I want to avoid spoilers, but essentially, it’s a story of survival against all the odds. A very atypical story from Black Library, but one that given the world building and lore is an excellent and enjoyable read – let’s also factor in this is an early story also. The characters are well handled, from the engineer Scottish sounding wee lad Malakai Makassion another Trollslayer to Ulkria Magdova, someone who certainly grows and turns up in future novels. Borek Forkbeard, the person in-charge of the expedition is an interesting character also. Lots of background lore about the dwarfs is revealed – especially given all the dwarfs involved in this deed are all outcast. Let’s be honest, Warhammer dwarfs are known as a noble and honourable. So, you get a sense of just how important this quest is to them.
Let’s talk about the action, this is a Warhammer novel after all. There is one particular set piece that I really enjoyed. During their travels too Karag Dum, the airship named The Spirit of Grungni is forced to stop and make repairs. The Slayer’s and Felix go and explore the ruins below, the pretence is silly, but the reasons why and how aren’t so important here. They encounter a certain wizard, and suddenly the three are transported inside a rebuilt gladiatorial/sacrificial arena. Where previously the area was an old ruin and in disrepair. Within moments are attacked and the three of them engage various forces of Chaos. There’s some really strong imagery that helps explain their situation, I’ve always felt this was one of William King’s strongest assets as a writer. When you combine that with his excellent handling of the descriptive narrative, it really helps the story flow into something a little more than your standard Warhammer Fantasy read. I will say that many of the earlier Games Workshop novels feature this combination and some are a real joy to read. Well, for me anyway. I understand some readers will always attribute GW stories as “bolter-porn” or “standard hobby niche” stories labels, that’s fine, as there are plenty of Black Library novels out there that do encapsule that ethos to the letter. Just for a FYI, I’d recommend the new Warhammer Crime imprint from Black Library. It’s a nice change of pace and shifts focus from the action to actual detective work throughout the Imperium and beyond. I’m a huge supporter of this imprint, it’s something I’ve been asking for many years now.
Let’s have a brief chat about the ending. It’s rushed, which isn’t unusual with Black Library novel. The final destination of a-many good Games Workshop novels seem to vomit out the conclusion rather to quickly for my liking [at times]. I wish there was more time to explore Karag Dum, there was a story within a story there, but that’s the beauty of imagination and leaving certain things unsaid. I would have liked a few more pages on this, instead the arrival and the ending are around 40 pages long, kind of disappointing given the set-up of 400[ish] pages in-between. It’s a minor gripe, but one I thought I’d mention.
If your new to Games Workshop novels and are looking for some fantasy epics, Gotrek & Felix has that abundance. I would suggest Trollsalyer as a starting point. The multitude of characters that actually get spin-off standalone stories is a real treat. So, I always recommend these stories as a starting point. I highly recommend ayyyyye *love from Makiasson*.
April 23, 2021
Ce troisième tome est vraiment sympathique. J'ai apprécié de retrouver certains skavens.
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Le seul point un peu illogique est le combat contre le démon. Il est censé faire 4 fois la taille d'un homme, comment un nain peut "presque" le décapiter ? Gotrek est fourni avec un escabeau ? 😂
Bon c'est clairement pas de la grande lecture mais c'est un bon roman pour poser le cerveau et voir des nains coller des tatanes à tour de bras.
Attention Spoiler
Le seul point un peu illogique est le combat contre le démon. Il est censé faire 4 fois la taille d'un homme, comment un nain peut "presque" le décapiter ? Gotrek est fourni avec un escabeau ? 😂
Bon c'est clairement pas de la grande lecture mais c'est un bon roman pour poser le cerveau et voir des nains coller des tatanes à tour de bras.
August 17, 2021
This is just marvelous - a truly epic adventure in bite-sized packaging. It must've been so handy for writers to have the rich world of Warhammer Fantasy Battles(TM) at hand to just plonk down good stories without having to spend a hundred pages worldbuilding.
I don't really get how there can be another ten novels after this though, Gotrek kicks the shit out of a physical manifestation of war and violence, and I'm supposed to go back to believing that rat-men are a danger to him? Book number five is called "Beastslayer"? Bro he's been slaying beasts. I guess I'll have to read to find out.
I don't really get how there can be another ten novels after this though, Gotrek kicks the shit out of a physical manifestation of war and violence, and I'm supposed to go back to believing that rat-men are a danger to him? Book number five is called "Beastslayer"? Bro he's been slaying beasts. I guess I'll have to read to find out.
December 4, 2024
Kolejna część epickich przygód, kolejny raz podkręcona do 11 na 10. Póki co najlepsza dzięki podwójnej naturze patetyczności i szalonej energii krasnoludów. Wyprawa jest tym ciekawsza, że stawia bohaterów w aktywniejszej pozycji niż przy Zabójcy Skavenów.
Gotrek jest nadal tak samo jednowymiarowy, a przy Malakaiu czy Vareku wydaje się nawet nudniejszy.
Gotrek jest nadal tak samo jednowymiarowy, a przy Malakaiu czy Vareku wydaje się nawet nudniejszy.
October 9, 2025
4.
GOTREK CIACHNĄŁ DEMONA W ŁEEEEB
TOPOREM TAAAAAK
WOJNA BYŁA TUUU
KARAK DUM ODBITE
NIECH ŻYJE SIGMAAAAR
h3h3, a Skavenom i Thanquolowi zaśpiewamy o spaczeniu
No co ja powiem, Don Conus i El Felix Dupomielix chodzą i klepią po ryju kogo popadnie.
Lektura idealna na jesienne wieczory dla całej rodziny
GOTREK CIACHNĄŁ DEMONA W ŁEEEEB
TOPOREM TAAAAAK
WOJNA BYŁA TUUU
KARAK DUM ODBITE
NIECH ŻYJE SIGMAAAAR
h3h3, a Skavenom i Thanquolowi zaśpiewamy o spaczeniu
No co ja powiem, Don Conus i El Felix Dupomielix chodzą i klepią po ryju kogo popadnie.
Lektura idealna na jesienne wieczory dla całej rodziny
July 6, 2024
Liebe diesen absolut trashigen Fantasyvibe einfach total
February 17, 2021
Trollslayer: A range of adventures and tales with amazing characters.
Skavenslayer: A singular narrative within a single location with the same amazing characters as well as new ones.
Daemonslayer: a singular narrative in various locations with yet more more great characters.
This book felt a bit like the hobbit on steroids with its traveling band of dwarves trying to reclaim their treasure. Every chapter was interesting and captivating and I am once again blown away by this series, this is peak fantasy writing.
Skavenslayer: A singular narrative within a single location with the same amazing characters as well as new ones.
Daemonslayer: a singular narrative in various locations with yet more more great characters.
This book felt a bit like the hobbit on steroids with its traveling band of dwarves trying to reclaim their treasure. Every chapter was interesting and captivating and I am once again blown away by this series, this is peak fantasy writing.
July 16, 2021
Rating of 4.75.
Welcome back to my Throwback Thursday series, where I republish old reviews, review books I have read before or review older books I have only just had a chance to read. For this Throwback Thursday, I am doing a bit of a double feature by reviewing two of the outstanding entries from the iconic Warhammer Fantasy franchise’s Gotrek and Felix series by the brilliant William King. I have just published a review for the second book in the series, Skavenslayer, and, after some rapid audiobook listening, I have also pulled together a review for the third book, Daemonslayer.
After the epic conclusion of the battle of Nuln in Skavenslayer, Dwarf Slayer Gotrek Gurnisson receives a mysterious message and immediately sets out on the road, convinced that this missive may be the key to finding his much desired glorious death. Accompanied as always by his companion, the former poet turned reluctant adventurer Felix Jaeger, Gotrek marches to the northern parts of the Empire to meet his destiny.
Arriving at their destination, Gotrek and Felix learn that a group of dwarfs are planning an expedition to find the lost dwarf stronghold of Karag Dum, and they want Gotrek to accompany them. Destroyed in ages past, Karag Dum now lies in the middle of the Chaos Wastes, the most dangerous place in the entire world. Wracked by the shifting winds of magic, marauding war bands, mutating warpstone and the foul essence of Chaos, no one can cross the Chaos Wastes and survive, and only death, madness or mutation awaits those who try. However, expedition leader Borek Forkbeard has come up with an ambitious plan to fly over the Chaos Wastes in a giant, experimental airship, designed by an unstable engineer turned Slayer.
Determined to make up for previous failed attempt to reach Karag Dum, Gotrek agrees to accompany the expedition, with an inspired Felix accompanying him. However, even with all the advantages that the airship provides, this will still be a perilous journey. Many dangerous things lurk in the Chaos Wastes that will not hesitate to destroy the dwarven company for their dark gods. At the same time, Gotrek and Felix’s old foe, Grey Seer Thanquol, plots from the shadows, determined to claim the airship for the Skaven cause. But the very worst dangers will be found at Karag Dum. A terrible foe lies within, waiting for revenge and determined to destroy all before him. Can even the legendary Gotrek and Felix stand up to the wrath of a deadly Bloodthirster of Khorne, especially one who appears destined to kill Gotrek and destroy all who stand with him?
I am having so much fun getting through this cool series and I really wish I had checked it out many years ago. Daemonslayer is another incredible read that continues the fantastic Gotrek and Felix adventures that started in Trollslayer and were continued in Skavenslayer. William King has come up with a pretty intense story for this third entry in the series, and I loved the change in writing style featured within it. An exciting and character-driven tale, this was easily the best entry in the series so far, and I deeply enjoyed the time I spent getting through it.
To see the full review, click on the link below:
https://unseenlibrary.com/2021/07/16/...
For other exciting reviews and content, check out my blog at:
https://unseenlibrary.com/
Welcome back to my Throwback Thursday series, where I republish old reviews, review books I have read before or review older books I have only just had a chance to read. For this Throwback Thursday, I am doing a bit of a double feature by reviewing two of the outstanding entries from the iconic Warhammer Fantasy franchise’s Gotrek and Felix series by the brilliant William King. I have just published a review for the second book in the series, Skavenslayer, and, after some rapid audiobook listening, I have also pulled together a review for the third book, Daemonslayer.
After the epic conclusion of the battle of Nuln in Skavenslayer, Dwarf Slayer Gotrek Gurnisson receives a mysterious message and immediately sets out on the road, convinced that this missive may be the key to finding his much desired glorious death. Accompanied as always by his companion, the former poet turned reluctant adventurer Felix Jaeger, Gotrek marches to the northern parts of the Empire to meet his destiny.
Arriving at their destination, Gotrek and Felix learn that a group of dwarfs are planning an expedition to find the lost dwarf stronghold of Karag Dum, and they want Gotrek to accompany them. Destroyed in ages past, Karag Dum now lies in the middle of the Chaos Wastes, the most dangerous place in the entire world. Wracked by the shifting winds of magic, marauding war bands, mutating warpstone and the foul essence of Chaos, no one can cross the Chaos Wastes and survive, and only death, madness or mutation awaits those who try. However, expedition leader Borek Forkbeard has come up with an ambitious plan to fly over the Chaos Wastes in a giant, experimental airship, designed by an unstable engineer turned Slayer.
Determined to make up for previous failed attempt to reach Karag Dum, Gotrek agrees to accompany the expedition, with an inspired Felix accompanying him. However, even with all the advantages that the airship provides, this will still be a perilous journey. Many dangerous things lurk in the Chaos Wastes that will not hesitate to destroy the dwarven company for their dark gods. At the same time, Gotrek and Felix’s old foe, Grey Seer Thanquol, plots from the shadows, determined to claim the airship for the Skaven cause. But the very worst dangers will be found at Karag Dum. A terrible foe lies within, waiting for revenge and determined to destroy all before him. Can even the legendary Gotrek and Felix stand up to the wrath of a deadly Bloodthirster of Khorne, especially one who appears destined to kill Gotrek and destroy all who stand with him?
I am having so much fun getting through this cool series and I really wish I had checked it out many years ago. Daemonslayer is another incredible read that continues the fantastic Gotrek and Felix adventures that started in Trollslayer and were continued in Skavenslayer. William King has come up with a pretty intense story for this third entry in the series, and I loved the change in writing style featured within it. An exciting and character-driven tale, this was easily the best entry in the series so far, and I deeply enjoyed the time I spent getting through it.
To see the full review, click on the link below:
https://unseenlibrary.com/2021/07/16/...
For other exciting reviews and content, check out my blog at:
https://unseenlibrary.com/
January 10, 2022
This book is just the definition of witty, satirical, bloody, bad ass fun.
I mean you get what you go in for. Violent, sarcastic, and satirical action romp about our two adventurers going into the Chaos Wastes to retake their homeland lost to the chaos spawn. They of course have to recover two relics of old.
This book has it all. Lore dumps, action, humor and wit, satirical narration from the Skaven (yes they make a reentry after the last book and it's hilarious every time). You get a bit more character moments for Felix which is always interesting. You even get a hot Kislevite woman that Felix romances in this. It's got everything you want from a classic Warhammer action romp.
Just a fun book.
My experience might be biased as I played the total war game for this franchise and so part of my fun was reacting to lore bits and locations with a sense of belonging. "Ah, yes Middenheim, I remember conquering that in my Vampire Count campaign". Or when they mention the Book of Grudges I am reminded of that gameplay mechanic when you play the dwarves.
All in all this book was a ride and I can't wait to escape into this world again in Dragonslayer.
I mean you get what you go in for. Violent, sarcastic, and satirical action romp about our two adventurers going into the Chaos Wastes to retake their homeland lost to the chaos spawn. They of course have to recover two relics of old.
This book has it all. Lore dumps, action, humor and wit, satirical narration from the Skaven (yes they make a reentry after the last book and it's hilarious every time). You get a bit more character moments for Felix which is always interesting. You even get a hot Kislevite woman that Felix romances in this. It's got everything you want from a classic Warhammer action romp.
Just a fun book.
My experience might be biased as I played the total war game for this franchise and so part of my fun was reacting to lore bits and locations with a sense of belonging. "Ah, yes Middenheim, I remember conquering that in my Vampire Count campaign". Or when they mention the Book of Grudges I am reminded of that gameplay mechanic when you play the dwarves.
All in all this book was a ride and I can't wait to escape into this world again in Dragonslayer.
August 29, 2023
William has now fully immersed himself with the idea of writing novels rather than short stories for an anthology. And what a novel! Daemonslayer takes us away into the Chaos Wastes and deep into dwarven history and legend opposed only by their upstart ingenuity. We don't lose one bit of the adventurous insanity that is Gotrek's quest to find his doom and Felix' implausible need to stick to his vow of witnessing Gotrek finding it. Instead we gain more insights into the Warhammer universe at large and witness the weak manling slowly turning into what might pass for a hero. If you squint and lean your head to the side a bit. Maybe.
It's funny how some of our previous antagonists stick around even on that most outlandish quest, but I won't say more about that pack.
All in all, the saga of the pair really got going, and it's a ton of fun reading these stories. Most recommendable, even to people not into the Warhammer franchise: This is good fantasy and no mistake!
It's funny how some of our previous antagonists stick around even on that most outlandish quest, but I won't say more about that pack.
All in all, the saga of the pair really got going, and it's a ton of fun reading these stories. Most recommendable, even to people not into the Warhammer franchise: This is good fantasy and no mistake!
December 10, 2019
I have read four Gotrek and Felix novels and this is my second favorite (so far). Having finished this one, I am keen to continue reading the series. There are so many cool elements of this book. I love the dwarven airship, the depiction of the chaos wastes, the brooding atmosphere of the forgottwn dwarfhold of Karag Dum, and the many battles. The Warhammer Fantasy world is also so intriguing and rich in lore. There is a detailed mythos that really enriches this story: the Council of 13, the Ruinous Powers, the Kislevites, the nature of warpstone, and more. There are so many touchstones for the Warhammer fan, wonderful moments of recognition. Finally, I really enjoyed the characters. Felix Jaeger is actually becoming somewhat dynamic. Gotrek is still two-dimensional, but I have read that he becomes more dynamic as the novel series proceeds. Looking forward to more.
August 2, 2022
Outside of some short stories I had never ventured into the world of Warhammer fantasy but it is safe to say I will be returning.
All the brutally and humour you want and love from the 40k universe yet a vastly different setting to let the story unfold.
This book has a section where the line between tribute and rip off of THAT scene in the Mines of Moria however we can forgive it as the description is tremendous.
Gotrek and Felix are rightly held up as a fun duo and I look forward to my next adventure.
All the brutally and humour you want and love from the 40k universe yet a vastly different setting to let the story unfold.
This book has a section where the line between tribute and rip off of THAT scene in the Mines of Moria however we can forgive it as the description is tremendous.
Gotrek and Felix are rightly held up as a fun duo and I look forward to my next adventure.
April 18, 2025
Poor Felix. You drunkenly agree to witness and record the doom of an exiled dwarf sworn to seek death in battle. Before you know it said dwarf has spent two whole books failing to die in increasingly hazardous circumstances and now you find yourself on a mad engineer's prototype airship heading through not-Mordor en route to definitely-not-Khazad-dûm with rumour of an absolutely-definitely-not-Balrog on the loose.
The usual entertaining boasting, posturing and general hijinks ensue, with the delightfully self-aggrandizing Skaven along for the ride. Gotrek and Felix aren't terribly deep and the episodic nature of these stories means there's no real character development to speak of, but there's plentiful fun to be had along the way.
The usual entertaining boasting, posturing and general hijinks ensue, with the delightfully self-aggrandizing Skaven along for the ride. Gotrek and Felix aren't terribly deep and the episodic nature of these stories means there's no real character development to speak of, but there's plentiful fun to be had along the way.
July 31, 2023
A whistle stop tour of the northern old world, ending with a climactic battle against the forces of Chaos. A lack of threats the main duo can face with steel and brawn leaves the middle of the book slow and characters constantly lament their inability to take action. However by the end the action has increased and the final confrontation is epic in scale. A satisfying conclusion to the first trilogy.
August 23, 2021
One of my favourite novels as a college student, this was a must have purchase for me with it recently coming out as an audiobook and I'm very glad I did!
As with the earlier audiobooks in the series the narrator is brilliant, giving great voices to each of the characters and really building the atmosphere.
Without spoiling too much of the story, Gotrek and Felix go on another adventure across the Old World but far more epic in nature and with a heavy Dwarven theme. While a bit slow at times it finishes in an epic fashion.
While maybe not my all time favourite anymore, this is still an absolute classic Warhammer novel/audiobook and highly recommend for any Warhammer fans.
As with the earlier audiobooks in the series the narrator is brilliant, giving great voices to each of the characters and really building the atmosphere.
Without spoiling too much of the story, Gotrek and Felix go on another adventure across the Old World but far more epic in nature and with a heavy Dwarven theme. While a bit slow at times it finishes in an epic fashion.
While maybe not my all time favourite anymore, this is still an absolute classic Warhammer novel/audiobook and highly recommend for any Warhammer fans.
July 18, 2025
Al estilo de los anteriores pero más lento. Además se queda en un punto sin llegar a ser de todo un final. La parte Acechador Lenguadelatora me sobra también bastante, aunque supongo que seguirán con esa parte en el siguiente libro.
En general me ha gustado, pero es mucho más flojo que Mataskaven, que es genial.
En general me ha gustado, pero es mucho más flojo que Mataskaven, que es genial.
May 22, 2023
This was everything I needed for a classic grimdark fantasy adventure!
Thrilling heroics, unfathomable horror and the will to keep fighting for kin and honour.
Cannot wait to read the next book in the series, as we left our heroes in a very precarious position.
Thrilling heroics, unfathomable horror and the will to keep fighting for kin and honour.
Cannot wait to read the next book in the series, as we left our heroes in a very precarious position.
October 31, 2022
Gotrek and Felix are drawn into a quest to cross the Chaos Wastes on a Dwark airship in search of a lost city. This is lots of fun but enjoyment was enhanced every time the words Karag Dum were spoken and Horslips started to play.
July 12, 2025
Najciekawsza jak dotąd część serii, choć najmniej naładowana akcją.
February 24, 2020
Výlet s cestovní kanceláří Malakaie Makaissona do pustin Chaosu
October 20, 2022
Another Gotrek & Felix banger. Loved exploring the Dwarfs and their culture/technology more in this one. Keeble is fantastic per usual.
November 21, 2024
Όμορφη μετάφραση. Πανέμορφες περιγραφές τοπίων και σκηνών μάχης. Σαν ιστορία αγγίζει πολλά μέρη που μόνο είχαμε ακούσει στα προηγούμενα βιβλία. Η οπτική των νάνων ως μηχανικών και πρωτοπόρων σε μια εποχή που χαρακτηρίζεται από μεσαιωνικά τοπία, οργάνωση και τεχνολογία.
January 16, 2026
Spolu so Zabíjačom skavenov ide za mňa o najsilnejší príbeh Felixa a Gotreka, čo do myšlienok, dialógov, príbehu, prostredia… proste top z tejto série. Tieto knihy som kvôli -prepáčte- primitívnym názvom odkladal veľmi dlhé roky. Dostal som na ne odporúčanie a tak som skúsil - a dostal som to čo mi veľmi chýbalo: kvalitnú namastenú sword a sorcery, po tom ako som pra/dávno opakovane prečítal Zaklínačov a Conanov a všetko im podobné (=veľmi kvalitné)
December 11, 2025
I think the issue with reviewing these books, is they kinda are like just so cool. You have to read them to feel the awe that goes into seeing an airship that's massive for the first time. Or the feeling of facing a greater daemon. Even past feeling those things, writing about them is extra difficult without just spoiling all of the great moments in this book. Read these books, if I can tell anyone anything and by Joan have I, it's to read them. They are good as just fantasy books past any of the Warhammer fantasy stuff, they are just so damn fun.
August 7, 2020
Enana que se ha perdido hace ya cientos de años, en medio de las tierras dominadas por las bestias y demonios del Caos. Para poder soportar las deformidades y pestilencias de la contaminación del propio Caos tienen como misión llegar lo más rápido posible y sin ser vistos ¿Cómo lo harán? 3 Durante el viaje, sin darse cuenta, se les ha colado un pequeño amigo...
En esta ocasión se encuentran con 3 míticos Héroes Enanos, que deciden viajar y recuperar una fortaleza
Para mí este libro es un 5/5.
En esta ocasión se encuentran con 3 míticos Héroes Enanos, que deciden viajar y recuperar una fortaleza
Para mí este libro es un 5/5.
July 10, 2019
Skaven Slayer was my introduction to the world of Warhammer Fantasy and I was smitten with the gritty setting and expert handling of the personal conflicts of Gotrek and Felix. The stakes grew ever higher as new characters entered the narrative with purpose, promising consequences for the protaganists if they left. Initially trivial mysteries bloomed into crises. The pacing brought me along and kept me engaged as the drama escalated with a mounting sense that actions taken in this story might meaningfully impact the rest of the world.
Unfortunately, I had the sense that Demon Slayer opened in the middle of things, like a filler episode in a long-running TV serial. The importance of the duo's mission never seemed to reach the heights of their previous adventure, despite the godly nature of the threat they faced at the story's climax. They visited some fascinating locales, about which I would have loved to read more, but the pace of the narrative pushed on and the story concluded almost simultaneously with the necessary 'epic final battle'.
It was a pleasure to see some of the memorable characters introduced in Skaven Slayer make a return as secondary players in this entry. We also get a little lore development regarding the protagonists' recognizable war gear. However, the real influence of the newly-introduced characters and any development on the part of those existing members of the narrative was deferred to a future book. I was dissatisfied as I turned the last page. This felt like a Gotrek and Felix holiday special.
Unfortunately, I had the sense that Demon Slayer opened in the middle of things, like a filler episode in a long-running TV serial. The importance of the duo's mission never seemed to reach the heights of their previous adventure, despite the godly nature of the threat they faced at the story's climax. They visited some fascinating locales, about which I would have loved to read more, but the pace of the narrative pushed on and the story concluded almost simultaneously with the necessary 'epic final battle'.
It was a pleasure to see some of the memorable characters introduced in Skaven Slayer make a return as secondary players in this entry. We also get a little lore development regarding the protagonists' recognizable war gear. However, the real influence of the newly-introduced characters and any development on the part of those existing members of the narrative was deferred to a future book. I was dissatisfied as I turned the last page. This felt like a Gotrek and Felix holiday special.
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