Gotrek and Felix 1

by William King and Nathan Long
Gotrek and Felix 1 cover
Good Books rating 4.45
Technical
  • ID: 2998
  • Added: 2025-10-16
  • Updated: 2025-10-16
  • Reviews: 3
Reviews
goodreads.com · Unknown · 2025-10-19
excellent 4.50

The book is a collection of short stories featuring Gotrek and Felix, which are fun and easy to digest. The series introduces memorable characters and epic battles, making it a great entry point for fans of the Warhammer world.

The book is a great introduction to the adventures of Gotrek and Felix, featuring a series of short stories that are fun and easy to read. The first story sets the stage for their epic death quest, while subsequent tales introduce memorable characters like Malakai Makaisson and Snori Nosebiter. The battles against the Skaven, chaos beasts, and other foes are thrilling, and the series really picks up with the first full novel, Daemonslayer. The writing style remains consistent even as different authors take over, and the ongoing conflict with the Skaven adds a layer of excitement that keeps readers engaged.

Quick quotes

    Definitely worth a read and with the short tales an easy to digest way to get into the series. Cracking stuff and great fun.

    Its fun, its got politics, it double deals and theres a great deal of the arterial stuff flowing as the slayers axe continues in its unquenchable thirst. Great stuff.

    The characters have remained the same, their speech always flowing well and the epic adventure contained within each novel will keep the reader glued to the very last page.

thomaspking.com · Unknown · 2021-03-19
mixed 3.85

The anthology offers a mix of stories featuring Gotrek and Felix, with some standout tales like Nathan Long's 'Slayer's Honour' and C.L. Werner's 'Mind-stealer' that are praised for their pacing, character development, and entertainment value. However, some stories like John Brunner's 'A Place of Quiet Assembly' and Ben McCallum's 'Prophecy' are criticized for their slow pace and lack of impact.

The anthology features a variety of stories about Gotrek and Felix, with some truly excellent contributions. Nathan Long's 'Slayer's Honour' is highlighted for its introspective look at the duo's career through new characters, while C.L. Werner's 'Mind-stealer' is praised for its engaging prose, characterisation, and twists. The humour and action in Josh Reynolds' 'A Cask of Wynters' and Jordan Ellinger's 'Kineater' are also noted as particularly enjoyable. However, not all stories resonate equally. John Brunner's 'A Place of Quiet Assembly' is criticized for its slow pace and lack of focus on the main characters, and Ben McCallum's 'Prophecy' is seen as unfinished and lacking impact. Overall, the anthology has something for everyone, with some stories standing out more than others.

Quick quotes

    A good mix-up of stories spanning the entirety of the duo’s career, the anthology has something for everybody.

    The pacing of the novella is, as is usual from Nathan, excellent and punchy with not a boring moment in sight.

    This is easily a story that is not for everyone because it is quite specific in its purpose and serves to show the utter futility of hope and ambition in the Old World.

falcatatimes.blogspot.com · Unknown · 2009-05-22
enthralling 5.00

Gotrek and Felix 1 is an enthralling fantasy adventure set in the grimdark Warhammer universe. The book features iconic characters, intense action, and a mix of dark and humorous elements, though some stories are weaker than others.

Gotrek and Felix 1 is a collection of short stories that introduce readers to the grimdark Warhammer setting. The tales follow Gotrek, a dwarven Slayer seeking a glorious death, and Felix, his human companion who chronicles their adventures. The stories are packed with action, horror, and a touch of humor, making them an easy and engaging read. While some stories, like 'The Dark Beneath the World,' stand out for their intense dungeon crawling and character development, others, such as 'Blood and Darkness,' feel weaker due to excessive backstory and tropes. The writing style is atmospheric but shows its age with some dated conventions. Overall, the book is a fun introduction to the Warhammer universe, offering a mix of dark and light moments that keep readers hooked.

Quick quotes

    The first story, Geheimnisnacht, introduces our “heroes,” the death-seeking dwarf Slayer, Gotrek, and the human poet and disowned merchant’s son, Felix.

    It’s a classic dungeon crawl presented full of gory action and grim details.

    The one other story I want to highlight is Blood and Darkness. It is, to me, the weakest of the book.

Appears in Lists