It may not be canon, but fan-created Warhammer content can be very enjoyable, and Cold Open Stories has a ton of FREE Black Library style content!
Cold Open Stories is a for the fans, by the fans, Warhammer fiction website. It is a great place to get unique stories and audio dramas. They have a surprisingly high production quality, which looks like it’s made by a huge company. Except it isn’t, and best of all, it’s free!
If you saw our previous post about a free artbook, that is made by someone on the Cold Open Stories team who helps create cover art and capture the characters they create. Be sure to check out that post for great art that is also completely free. For now, let’s check out more about Cold Open Stories!
Free Black Library Warhammer 40k Style Stories: Cold Open Stories
The galaxy is filled with dystopian societies, deadly aliens, and entities born of the darkest nightmares. Within these pages you will find the stories of lesser-known individuals, each struggling to survive the conspiracies and conflicts raging around them.
This is the home for fans of Black Library fiction.
With a universe as gigantic as Warhammer, a little bit of fan fiction can go a long way. Especially when you consider just how much of the hobby you can RP, by making custom characters and narrative campaigns! Some of these reads/listens are great ways to get inspired for that side of the hobby.
There are a ton of options for audio dramas. Even better, they seem to be better at spreading the love than GW with a ton of variety. Each drama features what seems to be a different faction, and this isn’t even all of them! If you want something quick to listen to while hobbying or relaxing, these are all great options.
They also feature “Short Fiction” which is estimated to be around 20-40 minute reads. This might just be perfect if you ride public transportation, or even during a lunch break! Short Stories are great because of how easily you can jump in and out, you don’t have to dedicate a ton of time to experience a journey or special story.
Browse All These Stories Here
What do you think of all these fan fiction stories? What are some factions you’d like to read about?
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About the Author: Andrew Schrank
Andrew Schrank
Job Title: Miniatures & Warhammer Hobby Staff Writer
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About Andrew Schrank: Over the past 15 years, Andrew has played all the games, including tabletop and video games, and immersed himself in the associated lore. Andrew joined the Spikey Bits team in 2018 and covers the Warhammer hobby and tournament scene, along with the latest in tabletop miniatures, each week.
Aspiring diplomat, Lord of Fluff, and Master of Ice Hammer, He loves Star Wars, Chaos Undivided, and Gundam. During his free time, he hunts Platinum trophies on PS5 and reads international news. On weekends, Andrew plays commander and cEDH games, often with unique strategies that push the limits.
He believes each day presents a new opportunity to grow and be challenged.
