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Long, Nathan (Nathan Long)
Some authors craft stories. Nathan Long creates universes. He's the guy whose books, we wager, probably look good with an electric guitar propped against them.
Firstly, let's address the elephant in the room – not a literal one, although with Nathan, anything seems possible. Yes, he's an American fantasy writer and his work on the Gotrek and Felix series is well-known. And yes, the folks at SFcrowsnest are familiar with it, as it's become a frequent topic of heated water-cooler debates. (Is Gotrek's doom inevitable? Can Felix ever catch a break?)
While some fantasy authors are content with spinning tales of noble elves and cheeky halflings, Nathan Long dives headfirst into the grittier side of the genre. His work with the Blackhearts makes it clear that he has a penchant for rebels and renegades. But it's not just any ordinary band of rebels. These are misfits facing the gallows or tackling suicidally dangerous missions. Talk about having a rough Monday.
When the original mind behind Gotrek and Felix, the venerable William King, took a step back to chase other literary shadows, Long stepped up to the challenge. His take on the iconic duo was distinct, raw, and dare we say it, brutally honest. He pivoted away from flowery prose and honed in on the hard-hitting action. However, rumor has it that Nathan’s got a blueprint for Gotrek’s grand finale – and if the titles of the books are any hint, that day might be sooner than we think.
Nathan's audio-book adventure, "Slayer of the Storm God," has intrigued audiophiles and Warhammer fans alike. This is a man who likes to keep his fanbase on their toes. And then there's Ulrika the Vampire. Ah, Ulrika! Once a flame in Felix's life, now navigating the murky waters of vampiredom – Nathan ensures she has her own tales to tell, separate from the shadow of Gotrek and Felix.
Now, if you thought Nathan only dabbled in the old worlds of Warhammer, you're in for a surprise. "Jane Carver of Waar" is a heady mix of tribute and cheeky parody, swinging between homage to the legendary Edgar Rice Burroughs and a fresh, raucous take on space fantasy. Imagine replacing John Carter, the iconic Martian hero, with a biker. Yes, a biker.
Outside of the literary sphere, Nathan's fingertips have danced over videogame scripts too. As lead writer for Wasteland 2 and co-writer for Torment: Tides of Numenera, he ensures that even gamers get a taste of his vast narrative talents. You can search the Nest for articles on Long, Nathan (Nathan Long) over at https://www.SFcrowsnest.info/tag/Nathan-Long