The highly anticipated trailer for Astartes 2, the sequel to the acclaimed Warhammer 40,000 fan film Astartes, has finally dropped. Released in 2018, the original Astartes was a five-part series that gained fame for its stunning visuals and compelling storytelling, leading to Syama Pedersen being hired by Games Workshop for official projects. Astartes 2 promises to deliver more of the intense action fans love, spotlighting new marine characters in the chaos of battle against xenos foes.

The trailer, clocking in at just 80 seconds, displays impressive action sequences, revealing a gritty aesthetic that Pedersen perfected in the original series. The teaser introduces five new protagonists from successor chapters, diverging from the usual focus on popular factions like the Ultramarines. Details depict ultraviolence against aliens and heretics, with each helmet shown hinting at the diverse backgrounds of these new characters.

The final scenes suggest an engaging narrative twist, hinting that the marines could be joining forces with the Deathwatch, reinforcing the series’ established lore.

“Suffer not the alien to live.”
“Do not allow the alien to survive.”

Fans will need to wait until 2026 for the full release, but there are other Warhammer projects to enjoy in the meantime, such as the recently released anthology The Tithes.