What are the main themes in 'Warhammer Vampire Novels'?

One of the main characters is Mannfred von Carstein. He is a powerful and devious vampire lord, always scheming to gain more power and influence in the Warhammer world.

One of the main themes is resurrection and the afterlife. The Tomb Kings are undead rulers who are constantly in a state between life and death, and this is explored throughout the novels.

One of the main themes is the lust for power. Skaven are always vying for more power within their clans. For example, in many novels, Grey Seers plot against each other to gain more influence over the Skaven hordes.

One main theme is the connection to the Old Ones. The Lizardmen are deeply tied to their creators, the Old Ones, and this is often explored in the novels. Another theme is their struggle for survival against various threats in the Warhammer Fantasy world.

The exploration of the Warhammer 40K universe is also a theme. Through the eyes of the Dark Eldar, we get to see different planets, races, and the overall chaos of the universe. They interact with other races in various ways, sometimes as predators, sometimes as reluctant allies, which all adds to the rich tapestry of the Warhammer 40K lore presented in these novels.

Another theme is the exploration of the dark and dangerous Warhammer Fantasy world. The novels take readers through different regions, from spooky forests to underground lairs, filled with all sorts of menacing creatures. This exploration also ties in with the theme of survival, as the characters have to fight to stay alive in this unforgiving world.

Disease and decay are major themes. Nurgle is the god of plague and decay, so his novels often revolve around the spread of sickness, the rotting of landscapes, and the corruption of living beings.

A common theme is the struggle between the Vampire Counts and their enemies. It often involves battles and strategic maneuvers. Another theme is the internal power struggles within the Vampire Counts themselves, like different factions vying for dominance.

Dark and gothic atmosphere. These novels are set in a world full of shadows, death, and decay. The settings like haunted castles and mist - covered graveyards add to the overall spooky feel.

In the Malus Darkblade novels, the theme of redemption, or rather the lack of it, is quite interesting. Malus is a character who has done many evil deeds, but there are moments when he seems to question his path. However, the overarching darkness of the Warhammer Fantasy world makes true redemption seem almost impossible. Another theme is the exploration of the dark and seedy underbelly of the elven society in Naggaroth. It shows the power struggles, the dark magic, and the moral decay that exists there, all through the eyes of Malus Darkblade as he navigates this world.