114 - Hive Cities and Highborns
*Ad Free Version available on Lorehammer Patreon, link below.* Welcome to this episode, where we’re diving deep into the towering, teeming hive cities of the Imperium and the lives of the highborn who dwell within them. Hive cities are staggering urban monoliths that stretch into the heavens and sink deep into the earth, housing billions in close quarters under a rigid social order. Amid the grime and endless machinery of the lower hives, the highborn live lives of immense privilege in fortified spires, distant from the struggles below but ever entwined in complex webs of politics, tradition, and family allegiance. Today, we’ll explore what defines these colossal cities, the stark contrast between the worlds of the highborn and the common hive citizens, and the turbulent tensions that hold—and sometimes shatter—the delicate equilibrium within each hive. Whether you’re new to the lore or a seasoned explorer of the Imperium, join us as we uncover the grit and grandeur of these fascinating city-worlds. Lorehammer Patreon https://www.patreon.com/c/lorehammer/membership One Time Donations https://paypal.me/lorehammerpodcast Link to all Links https://linktr.ee/Lorehammer40k Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices