Among the stars are numerous terrifying Xenos menaces, of which the orcs are among the greatest. Born to fight, they are driven by an all-encompassing love of war. The average orc is a muscle-bound killing machine, capable of withstanding and even recovering from brutal injury. When these beasts combine in the massive migration invasions known as the Waaagh, they wash across entire sectors, leaving only devastation wrought by scrap-crafted vehicles, piecemeal weaponry, and sheer, primal ferocity.

This 136 page book contains a wealth of background information on the most notorious Orc conflicts of the past and present, accompanied by great artwork and miniature galleries. Codex: Orcs gives you a comprehensive look at the organization of Orc armies, whether they are small planetary raiding forces or monstrous Waaaghs. Likewise, their troops, leaders, and war machines are illuminated. Of course, the book also contains everything needed to lead the Orcs in tabletop battles, including 61 datasheets, 7 clan cultures, stratagems, relics and more.

In this hardcover codex you will find:

- Exciting stories about the escapades of the orcs, from war on the galactic scale to smaller and "covert" operations
- All the army rules you need to play Warhammer 40,000 with your Orc miniatures, including 61 datasheets covering every available unit
- Background on the six major clans and the Freebooters, including explanations of the unique cultures and the structure of Orc armies
- Detailed matched play rules, including custom secondary objectives
- Comprehensive rules for crusade games including agendas, battle traits, material requirements, crusade relics, junk, law of the might and more.