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Warhammer Conference Returns for Second Edition in Germany
The Warhammer Conference, a unique academic gathering focused on the philosophical, theoretical, and scholarly examination of Space Marines, Chaos demons, and the grimdark settings of the Warhammer universe, is set to return this September. Following a successful inaugural event, the second Warhammer Conference will be held in Heidelberg, Germany, continuing what is hoped to become a lasting annual tradition for enthusiasts and academics alike.
Attend In-Person or Online
Similar to the previous year, Warhammer Conference: 2nd Edition offers flexibility with both in-person attendance and online participation via livestream. This allows individuals from around the globe to engage with the presented research and discussions, regardless of their location.
“We anticipate that this conference will resonate not only with a traditional academic audience but also with a broad range of Warhammer fans,” stated organizer Joachim Besson in a press release. “By providing live-streaming and making all presentations accessible online, our goal is to connect with a diverse community of Warhammer enthusiasts.”
Explore Previous Talks on YouTube
If you’re uncertain whether academic explorations of Warhammer theory align with your interests, consider exploring the freely available talks from last year’s conference on the Warhammer Conference YouTube channel. The recordings cover a wide spectrum of topics, including philosophy, literary analysis, game studies, and more.
Examples of Past Presentations:
- “Are We the Baddies? The Ethical Implications of the Imperium’s War with Chaos” by Markus Ressel.
- “Tyranid xenobiology compared to real-life eusocial insects” by Elena Polyakova.
- “The Concept of Warp Space from a Physical Perspective” by Tom Reichert.
Speculating on Future Discussions
The agenda for the second Warhammer Conference remains under wraps until the program announcement in August. One can only speculate what might be discussed. Possible topics might include:
- Sociological mimesis and Genestealer Cults
- Analysis of the Astartes Dreadnought through a transhumanist framework.
- The gestalt psychology of the Greenskin species.
Call for Academic Submissions
Academics interested in presenting their research are encouraged to submit abstracts for consideration by June 30. Detailed information regarding attendance, abstract submissions, and access to the conference’s academic archive can be found on the Warhammer Conference website.