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"New Factions Revealed: Adeptus Custodes and Emperor's Children in Warhammer 40000: Tacticus and Warpforge"

by Michael May 27,2025

The Warhammer Skulls 2025 event has brought an exciting content overload for fans across the Warhammer universe. From new games and DLCs to major updates, there's something for everyone. Mobile gamers, in particular, have a lot to look forward to with Warhammer 40,000 introducing the Adeptus Custodes in Tacticus and the Emperor’s Children in Warpforge.

Command the Adeptus Custodes

Warhammer 40,000: Tacticus is expanding its roster with the addition of the Adeptus Custodes, the elite personal bodyguards of the Emperor. Known for being stronger, tougher, and more heavily armed than the Space Marines, the Adeptus Custodes are set to make a significant impact in the game.

Starting May 24th, players can experience the might of the Adeptus Custodes in a new Legendary Survival Event. Leading the charge is Trajann Valoris, a formidable leader designed to withstand heavy attacks and deliver devastating counterstrikes. To get a glimpse of their prowess, check out the new trailer below. Download Warhammer 40,000: Tacticus from the Google Play Store and join the Survival Event starting tomorrow.

Kill at the Command of the Emperor’s Children!

Warhammer 40,000: Warpforge takes a dark turn with the introduction of the Emperor’s Children, a faction that once served the Imperium but turned during the Horus Heresy to follow Slaanesh. Now, they revel in excess, pain, and pushing boundaries to the extreme.

The Emperor’s Children faction introduces three new warlords: Lord Kaphrael, who targets enemy champions and leads the Callous Blades; Xarahan, known for his arrogance; and Lucius the Eternal, bringing centuries of dueling experience to the battlefield. The faction's mechanics are as twisted as their lore, with cards marked with Ecstasy activating effects when their health reaches a certain point, Cruelty providing bonuses for damaging enemies without killing them, Stimulation triggering when targeted by a stratagem, and Combat Elixirs generating additional stratagems.

Explore these mechanics and more in the trailer below. The Emperor’s Children are now available in new booster packs and DLC, with the first step of their campaign rewarding players with a full deck. Download Warhammer 40,000: Warpforge from the Google Play Store to experience this new faction.

In addition to these exciting faction additions, the Warhammer 40,000 universe is set to expand further with the upcoming release of a new game, Supremacy: Warhammer 40,000. Stay tuned for more details on this highly anticipated title.

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