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This is it!  The final chapters of Galaxy in Flames by Ben Counter. We discuss what Space Marines eat, Sarah blows the climactic finale wide open, and we spend probably too much time talking about Buffy the Vampire Slayer! Plus, another 100% legitimate clip from the upcoming Warhammer TV show! Note: We were originally just going to take a hiatus, as discussed in the episode, but have dec...

The Flames that the Galaxy is in become distressingly literal in today's episode! We also exceed our song reference limit, discuss Horus' Powerpoint skills, and Walter gets real worked up discussing Iacton Qruze's Cthonian heritage. Plus, some delightful fan mail! Originally recorded on October 22, 2023. Email: 0240kpod@gmail.com Website: https://www.0240k.com/ Instagram: https://instagram.co...

Spoiler alert, the galaxy remains in flames! On this episode we enjoy a LOT of Lucius murdering folks, celebrate the greatest romance of all time between Tarvitz and Garro, and Walter gets REAL MAD at Sindermann. More importantly, we humbly submit our casting suggestions. Take heed Henry, they are ALL BRILLIANT. Originally recorded on October 8, 2023. Email: 0240kpod@gmail.com Website: https://www...

We continue our time in Galaxy in Flames! We once more leap to the defense of the oft-maligned Ben Counter, dig deep into Loken's astute detective skills, and get to learn exactly what an "Ultramarine" is. Plus, a whole slew of the timeliest of references! Due to difficulties with our warp transmissions, fan casting has been delayed until next episode. Such suspense! Originally recorded on Septemb...

Two books down, oneto go! Join us for our first steps into Galaxy in Flames by Ben Counter. We lavish praise on our new author, hit a new high water mark for absurd jokes, and spend some time figuring out if Warhammer has an equivalent of the Fab 5. Plus, we will be working on fan casting next episode, so send us your suggestions! Originally recorded on September 10, 2023. Email: 0240kpod@gma...

Behold the thrilling conclusion to False Gods! It is time to give a heartfelt farewell (for now!) to Graham. We discuss Horus' descent into mustache twirling villainy, lament the loss of some favorite characters and speculate as to what the next book will bring.  Plus, we seem to have fans, and that means we get to read fan mail! Originally recorded on August 27, 2023. Note that this episode...

We are closing in on the end of False Gods!  We discuss the worst argument between Erebus and Magnus, talk about tricky translations, and profoundly turn the corner on a much maligned character. As a bonus, we listen to what may be the most riveting and "authentic" clip yet! Originally recorded on August 13, 2023. Contact us: 0240kpod@gmail.com Check out our website: https://www.0240k.com/ Ch...

Things get trippy as we get into the nuts and bolts of Horus' vision quest, learn about one of the lesser known Space Marine organs, and Shannon loses her mind discussing Loken and Sindermann's epic detective skills! Plus, our mysterious listener has provided us with another exciting, and 100% legitimate, clip from the upcoming Warhammer TV series! Originally recorded on July 30, 2023. Contact us:...

At long last, we get to talk about zombies, we get to hear some more expert impressions, and the group is RIVEN by debate over the behavior of Space Marines. We also come around in favor of certain authors AND characters! Originally recorded on July 16, 2023. Note: We accidentally uploaded the E5 audio again, but it is fixed now. Huzzah! Contact us: 0240kpod@gmail.com Check out our websi...

New book day! We start reading the second book in the Horus Heresy series: False Gods by Graham Mcneill. Tune in as we apologize profusely to Dan Abnett, listen to some fine classical music, and enjoy the ribald stylings of Walter Stewart: Limeretist (which may or may not be a word.) Originally recorded on June 25, 2023. Contact us: 0240kpod@gmail.com Check out our website: https://www.0240k.com/...

Oh heck! We finished the book! We digress even harder than usual, Erik teaches Walter about the Zodiac, and we discuss our favorite (and least favorite) characters! Wrap up Horus Rising and hear the hottest of takes as we conclude our first book. Originally recorded on June 4th, 2023. Contact us: 0240kpod@gmail.com Check out our website: https://www.0240k.com/ Check out TableTop Game & Hobby:...

In this episode we explore the greatest named section in literary history: BROTHERHOOD IN SPIDERLAND! We meet a whole new cast of characters, explore an adorable friendship, and learn how to make the sign of the Aquila! Dive into all this and more with us in our penultimate episode discussing Horus Rising! Originally recorded on May 21st, 2023. Contact us: 0240kpod@gmail.com Check out our website:...

Things start heating up and getting spooky! Everyone does their best Horus impression, talk a lot about the Jubal-thing, and we get a "100% real" preview of the upcoming Warhammer television show! Join us for the spookiest (so far) episode of Zero to 40K! Questions? Comments? Pedantry (our favorite!) let us know! Originally recorded on May 7th, 2023. Contact us: 0240kpod@gmail.com Check out our we...

The Hand of the Podcast is upon us! In this episode we cover the first five chapters of Horus Rising. We introduce Sarah's Rule, talk a great deal about "beautiful men" and learn approximately 8 MILLION names. Follow along in Horus Rising, or just tune in to hear our hottest of takes on Dan Abnett's inaugural entry into the Horus Heresy series of Warhammer novels. Originally recorded on April 9th,...

Meet your hosts of Zero to 40K and stumble into the world of Warhammer 40K novels with us. Warhammer expert Walter Stewart leads a discussion with novice co-hosts Shannon Tierney, Erik Strangefellow, Sarah Fettke. Intended audience: Everyone 18 and older. No need to know anything about Warhammer, but there is some spicy content! Interested in Warhammer novels but haven't started reading them? This...