The Dark Eldar, also known as the Drukhari, are a sinister and malevolent faction in the Warhammer 40,000 universe. They are a decadent offshoot of the Eldar race, residing in the dark city of Commorragh within the Webway. Unlike their craftworld kin who seek to preserve their souls, the Dark Eldar embrace hedonism, cruelty, and sadism, deriving sustenance and power from the suffering and torment of others. This predatory lifestyle stems from their desire to stave off the soul-thirst of Slaanesh, the Chaos God birthed from the excesses of the ancient Eldar.
On the battlefield, the Dark Eldar excel in speed, agility, and devastating firepower. Their forces are characterized by highly mobile units, such as Raider and Venom skimmers, which allow them to strike swiftly and retreat before the enemy can react. The Drukhari employ a variety of lethal weaponry, including splinter rifles that fire shards of toxic crystal and darklight weapons capable of piercing the toughest armor. Their armies often include cruel and efficient units like the Wyches, elite close-combat warriors, and the sinister Haemonculi, who manipulate flesh and bone to create nightmarish horrors. The Dark Eldar’s combination of speed, precision, and unmatched cruelty makes them a formidable and terrifying opponent in the Warhammer 40,000 universe.