When the cadre of Orks escaped the front line, they stole a boat and sailed until they found a place that had never heard of the Dark Lord.
They set down their pikes and clubs and made a new life for themselves. It was Shorty who suggested they open up a restaurant.
They hadn’t seen much cuisine in their time fighting, but they made up for their inexperience with enthusiasm and brotherhood.
When Ripper hung the sign and they opened the doors, they stood looking into an uncertain future. But if nothing else, meat would always be on the menu.

Image by Thew Adams.

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