Warhammer TV Debuts Kharadron Animation and Orks vs. Knights Battle
Warhammer Community announced three new Warhammer TV episodes for the week of October 13, 2026. The schedule features the premiere of the 'Arkanaut' animation series focusing on the Kharadron Overlords, an interview with Black Library author Noah Van Nguyen, and a battle report pitting Orks against Imperial Knights. These releases are part of the Warhammer Plus subscription service, which offers access to over 700 episodes of gaming content, hobby guides, and lore materials.
Key points
- The first episode of the new 'Arkanaut' animation, titled 'Cursed Skies,' premieres on Friday, October 17, 2026, featuring the Kharadron Overlords and a detailed look at their skyvessels.
- An interview with author Noah Van Nguyen airs on October 13, 2026, discussing his works 'Yndrasta: The Celestial Spear,' 'Godeater’s Son,' and the sequel 'Blood of the Godeater,' including the relationship between Sigmar and Yndrasta.
- A 'Battle Report' episode airs on October 14, 2026, featuring Lydia’s Orks army led by Ghazghkull Thraka against Sean’s Imperial Knights Freeblade Company, which includes a Knight Valiant and a Callidus Assassin.
- The Battle Report episode was filmed prior to the recent Warhammer 40,000 balance update, meaning some points and force dispositions may differ from current rules.
- Warhammer Plus subscribers gain access to these episodes along with expanded app features, the Warhammer Vault, competitions, and physical rewards like miniatures and the Warhammer Yearbook.
Background
This week's programming follows recent Warhammer TV releases, including a September 8 episode featuring C'tan shards and Tyranids, and a September 18 preview of the Kharadron animation. The 'Arkanaut' series was teased in a September 30 announcement. The Battle Report reflects the ongoing popularity of Warhammer 40,000 and Age of Sigmar content, while the author interview highlights the Black Library's continued focus on detailed lore and character-driven narratives, such as the Stormcast Eternals and Sigmar.
Why it matters
The launch of the 'Arkanaut' animation marks a significant expansion of Warhammer's visual storytelling for the Kharadron Overlords, a faction that has seen increased rule updates and product releases. The interview with Noah Van Nguyen provides insight into the narrative depth of the Age of Sigmar setting, while the battle report offers practical gameplay insights for Warhammer 40,000 players, despite being filmed before recent balance changes. These releases reinforce Warhammer Plus as a central hub for both lore and tactical content.
What to watch
Subscribers can watch the 'Arkanaut' premiere on Friday, October 17, 2026, and the 'Battle Report' on October 14, 2026. The interview with Noah Van Nguyen is available immediately. Future Warhammer TV episodes are expected to continue featuring new animations, battle reports, and author interviews, with additional content potentially tied to upcoming product releases and rule updates.
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