Perrin Posted June 16, 2014 Share Posted June 16, 2014 Hello brothers and sisters! Basically I really enjoyed Path of the Eldar, is Path of the Dark Eldar more of the same? Secondly, if it is worth getting hold of, where is the best place? Black Library don't seem to sell the first two novels in physical format anymore, and the omnibus isn't available until next year. I have a Kindle but I'd much rather this series in singular novel format to match my Path of the Eldar ones. I've looked in my local Waterstones too but no luck. Thirdly, BL have a few £1.50 eshorts available that (judging by the covers) fit into the series. Are these necessary reading for the series? They're Bellathonis and the Shadow King and The Treasures of Biel-Tanigh, if anyone remembers them. Many thanks in advance Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/292515-path-of-the-dark-eldar/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yogi Posted June 16, 2014 Share Posted June 16, 2014 Path of Dark Eldar is a little different as its chambers rather than gav. IIRC there are more POV characters then gav's (Less POV is better IMO). Overall I consider them better than Path of Eldar, but that maybe the subject matter. I love the Incubi for example. Chambers represents commargh pretty well, DE methods/disorganisation pretty well. Path of the renegade is also the weakest of the three IMO, while Archon was the most enjoyable for me. IMO the shorts are unnecessary but decent of the ones I've read. Of them I would recommend masque of vyle novella as it involves harlies. The shorts all do link up quite nicely. No idea where to buy either. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/292515-path-of-the-dark-eldar/#findComment-3720124 Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteelPaladin Posted June 16, 2014 Share Posted June 16, 2014 The Dark Eldar series is far superior to the Path of the Eldar books, IMO of course. The DE books are just so much more fun, you can tell than Andy Chambers had a blast writing them. The novella, Masque of Vyle, is hands down the best novella produced by Black Library, so if you can, check that one out too. It fits nicely right between Renegade and Incubus. The shorts are nice, but not necessary for full enjoyment of the series. No idea where to purchase the first two, so your best best is probably the ebook version, at least until the omnibus comes out. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/292515-path-of-the-dark-eldar/#findComment-3720237 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xin Ceithan Posted June 16, 2014 Share Posted June 16, 2014 I like Dark Eldar, so know I am biased. That said I couldn't get myself to finish the first Eldar book. I liked both DE novels and am looking forward to Path of the Archon. after reading these books, Good fun. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/292515-path-of-the-dark-eldar/#findComment-3720356 Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarkMark Posted June 16, 2014 Share Posted June 16, 2014 The DE series is gruesome, a lot of fun, and well worth reading if you want a window into the oft crazy minds of the Eldar. So, if you fancy a break from the usual BL offering of Bolter-PornTM and want a chuckle go for it! Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/292515-path-of-the-dark-eldar/#findComment-3720626 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iron Father Ferrum Posted June 16, 2014 Share Posted June 16, 2014 I . . . have a divergent opinion, apparently. I disliked Path of the Renegade immensely. It seemed to meander with little in the way in the way of focus, and I didn't feel like even the author knew where the story going at first. I've got Path of the Incubus as well, and I've started on it twice and have stopped twice because it just doesn't grab my attention or imagination. It's not quite as painful as reading Eldar Prophecy was. . . but it was close. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/292515-path-of-the-dark-eldar/#findComment-3720685 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brother Tyler Posted June 16, 2014 Share Posted June 16, 2014 Sorry, but the Black Library discussions must still be on the subject armies of the B&C. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/292515-path-of-the-dark-eldar/#findComment-3720686 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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