{"product_id":"ciaphas-cain-for-the-emperor-illus-hb","title":"Ciaphas Cain: For The Emperor (Illustrated Hardback)","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe First Ciaphas Cain Novel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRegarded across the Imperium as a legendary hero, Commissar Ciaphas Cain is dispatched to a remote frontier world bordering the T'au Empire. What begins as a routine assignment soon escalates into a dangerous conflict where survival depends as much on quick thinking as battlefield courage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy You'll Want to Read It\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhether you're discovering the series for the first time or revisiting a fan favorite, this special annotated edition offers a deeper look into the adventures of Ciaphas Cain. Alongside the story itself, readers will find additional insights from the author, enhanced artwork, and behind-the-scenes commentary that adds new perspective to this classic novel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Story\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTasked with helping maintain order on an isolated Imperial world, Commissar Ciaphas Cain finds himself attached to a newly formed regiment assembled from the remnants of shattered Valhallan units. As unrest spreads across the planet and military forces struggle to contain a growing crisis, Cain is forced into yet another dangerous situation where appearances can be deceiving.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhile political tensions, rebellion, and external threats continue to escalate, Cain must uncover the true source of the conflict before the world slips beyond Imperial control. Alongside his ever-reliable aide Jurgen and the soldiers under his command, he faces a challenge that will test both his instincts and his remarkable ability to survive impossible odds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWritten by Sandy Mitchell.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecial Edition Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e15 full-color illustrations throughout the novel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMore than 130 author annotations providing background and commentary\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNew foreword and afterword by the author\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSilver-gilt page edges\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDark red ribbon bookmark\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrders containing this item will ship on or after 2026-07-11.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Games Workshop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48015500345518,"sku":"60040181457","price":34.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0603\/1048\/7214\/files\/https___trade.games-workshop.com_assets_2026_06_60040181457_BLFortheEmperorRoyalHBIllustratedEditionENG01_1.jpg?v=1782754349","url":"https:\/\/www.planetcomicsdirect.com\/products\/ciaphas-cain-for-the-emperor-illus-hb","provider":"Planet Comics Greenville","version":"1.0","type":"link"}