Agent of the Imperium

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 288 pages
Publication date: 01 December 2020
Publisher: Baen Books

Jonathan Bland, an esteemed Decider, holds the authority vested in him by the Emperor himself. His role is to confront and navigate the inevitable crises that plague an expansive empire. In the pursuit of the Empire's goals, Bland has wielded his sword and taken lives in staggering numbers, saving countless lives a hundredfold. Although he passed away centuries ago, his recorded personality is reactivated whenever a new threat emerges. Once the crisis has subsided, there is an expectation that he will quietly fade into obscurity.

However, Bland harbours different plans. The chronicle of Bland unfolds, revealing profound secrets of the vast and sprawling Third Imperium, spanning a remarkable 400 years from the early Imperium (circa year 300) to the mid-post Civil War era (circa year 700). This narrative encompasses a tapestry of events, ranging from the ordinary to the politically intricate, from perilous adventures to the iconic landmarks of the Imperium: Arbellatra, Capital, Encyclopediopolis, the Karand's Palace, and the formidable Tigress-class Dreadnought.

For those familiar with the Traveller science-fiction role-playing game, certain aspects of this story may resonate. Yet, regardless of your prior knowledge of the universe, this tale offers an unparalleled introduction to the vast, human-dominated interstellar empire of the far future, crafted solely by the designer and chronicler of this particular realm.

Weight: 452g
Dimension: 157 x 233 x 30 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781982125073