Dune: Blood of the Sardaukar

In this 2021 one-shot from Boom! Studios, writers Brian Herbert and Kevin J. Anderson, alongside artist Adam Gorham, dig into the brutal origins and inner workings of the Sardaukar—the Emperor’s feared military force from the Dune universe. The issue explores the harsh conditioning and ritualistic culture that forges these elite warriors, offering a focused, standalone glimpse into their world. It matters as a tight, lore-expanding side story for Dune fans, deepening the mystique of one of science fiction’s most iconic fighting forces.