The Ubersreik Five

Lore & Background

The Ubersreik Five are not a formal military unit but a desperate alliance forged in the fires of the Skaven invasion. They include Markus Kruber, a seasoned Empire soldier; Victor Saltzpyre, a fanatical Witch Hunter; Bardin Goreksson, a Dwarf Ranger; Kerillian, a Waywatcher of the Wood Elves; and Sienna Fuegonasus, a Bright Wizard of the Colleges of Magic. Each brings unique skills and a troubled past, united by their presence in Ubersreik when the vermintide struck.

Their adventures span the fall of Ubersreik, the desperate defense of Helmgart, and the ongoing struggle against the Skaven and Chaos forces. They are not traditional heroes—they bicker, distrust one another, and carry heavy personal burdens. Yet, they consistently rise to the occasion, thwarting Skaven plots and surviving against impossible odds. Their bond, though often strained, is the key to their survival and success.

In the broader Warhammer canon, the End Times are a cataclysmic period, and the Ubersreik Five represent a microcosm of the struggle: ordinary and extraordinary individuals fighting not for glory, but for the hope of a tomorrow. Their story is one of resilience, sacrifice, and the gritty reality of war in the Old World.

In Their Own Story

The rain fell in sheets over Ubersreik, washing blood from the cobblestones. Bardin grunted as he hauled a wounded soldier into the tavern's cellar. 'Another wave,' he muttered, his axe dripping. Kerillian perched on a beam above, arrow nocked, her eyes scanning the dark. 'They are endless, dwarf. Like a tide of filth.' Sienna's hands flickered with flame, her face grim. 'Then we burn the tide.' Saltzpyre slammed his fist on the table, his voice a rasp. 'No time for poetry. The bell tolls—we move, or we die.' Kruber checked his sword, his jaw set. 'Aye, we move. Together.' Outside, the skittering grew louder, but inside, five souls stood ready, bound by a fate none had chosen.

Reader's Guide

In the Vermintide games, the Ubersreik Five are the player characters, each with a unique class, abilities, and playstyle. They are not a faction in the traditional sense but the lens through which the story unfolds. Their hierarchy is informal, with Saltzpyre often taking a leadership role due to his authority, but decisions are made through necessity and mutual respect. Their goal is survival and the protection of the Empire's people, driving them through missions across Ubersreik, Helmgart, and beyond.

They interact with other factions as allies or enemies: they fight the Skaven and Chaos, aid the Empire's soldiers, and occasionally clash with or assist other groups like the Undead.

Did You Know?

• The Ubersreik Five were originally called the 'Ubersreik Four' in the first game, with the fifth character added later as a playable option.
• Each character has a unique backstory that ties into the Warhammer Fantasy lore, such as Bardin being from Karak Kadrin and Kerillian from Athel Loren.
• The group's name is derived from the city of Ubersreik, which serves as the primary setting for the first game's missions.
• Despite their differences, the Five share a common enemy in the Skaven, who are the primary antagonists of the series.