So I while checking the Skaven pre-order section I noticed the pre-order for the novel, so I went to the Black Library page to pre-order the digital copy....and was able to download it. Not sure if the digital one was released early or I missed something.
Anyway, the introduction finally gives us a view of the realm of The Great Horned Rat. Apparently a lesser God in the Realm of Chaos, he gnawed a realm that has slowly grown over time. As the main four Chaos Gods mocked him, he stayed hidden building up. Now it seems he's a genuine threat and the End Times are a chance for his time to shine. The introduction part is a brief look at the Verminlords and why they've taken to involve themselves in mortal affairs.
So far the story is once again revolving around Queek Headtaker, though parts do see a view of other characters. I sort of feel sad for what has become of Skarsnik and the themes of getting old really give a view of what these characters fear, even if this feels like it's suppose to take place longer down the timeline (since previous books on these characters were based in the current time). This I'm sure is an attempt to explain why GW is killing off the world for their new 9th edition one (something I'm still not happy about). I'm only a few chapters in, but it does feel like a Skaven story thus far, though I wish I could of seen the Skryre view as to why they are building a rocket to destroy the chaos moon. Should have it finished before the end of the week and will hopefully get a quick review out by the weekend.
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