The Empire of Hardestaan has occupied a fairly unique position in the annals of the Isles as a kingdom spanning more than one Isle. Through a policy of diplomacy and conquest, the Emperors expanded their control from a single world (Hardestaanos, also called The Heartworld) to fifteen worlds before their encounters with both the Hive and the Void led to their near ruin, now known as the Sixteen Year Darkness. After the Magus Baranos detonated The Answer and closed the Gates, the Emperors spent several years re-consolidating their control of Hardestaanos and then began cautiously stretching forth their hands again to encompass other worlds.

Over a hundred years have now passed since the Sixteen Year Darkness, and the Empire is once again becoming a force to be reckoned with. Nevertheless, the Hardestaani Emperor lives in fear of the time when his scouts will bring news that the Hive or the Void has been encountered in the newest Isle that they’ve colonized.

Note that Hardestaan is not a campaign in and of itself - it is the governing force that currently holds sway over the worlds of The Isles, and binds them together.

Use the links below to find out more about the Empire of Hardistaan.

History of Hardestaan