End Times Thoughts

So, on reflection of the first two linked novels of the End Times, I've been thinking about what the future of the Warhammer world will be. We know all hell has broken loose everywhere and thus far, The Empire has suffered the most. A majority of it's major cities are gone, including Altdorf. Given the ending of the last book, the Emperor's fate seems a little up in the air and at least half of their special characters are gone. Brettonia seems like it's slowly crawling it's way back up and both Chaos and Undead have suffered some minor set backs. The Elves, Dwarfs, Skaven and Greenskins themselves haven't had much mentioned recently, though it's assumed that they too are probably dealing with Chaos and Undead, along with each other.

Speaking of which, are the Dwarfs aware of what has transpired within the Empire. Given their oath of friendship since the time of Sigmar, do they care about what's happened or even that they may have failed an oath or two in their lack of aid? I don't know, but am curious. Also, what has become of Grimgor Ironhide? In the Storm of Chaos campaign, he lead the Greenskins in a massive Waarrgghh!! across the old world and did battle with the forces of Chaos. It just seems odd that the Greenskins are still fighting amongst each other instead of being united, even more so with so many powerful foes for them to fight. Also, Lizardmen, bet your Slann didn't see this all coming. If they did, then they suck at trying to prevent it, unless they didn't want too in which case they are as insane as Tzeentch.

Word has it that this End Times event is to restructure the Warhammer world in order for the next edition of the game. My only problem with that is that with so many changes amongst the Warhammer armies, wouldn't they need to release new armybooks for each faction in quick succession for them to be up to date lore wise. Heck, rule wise some of those characters are now gone, so how would that work? Will have to wait until the next two installments to see how this will all work. Will be very interesting indeed.