Men at Arms

The City Watch of Ankh-Morpork is facing changes. As part of a new equality policy, a troll, a dwarf, and a werewolf woman are recruited into its ranks, causing tension among the veteran officers. Meanwhile, a mysterious weapon capable of killing from a distance emerges in the city, prompting an urgent investigation. Captain Vimes, a seasoned watchman, is about to retire and get married, but he soon realizes he cannot abandon his team while chaos looms over the streets. Alongside Sergeant Colon, Corporal Nobby, and the eager new recruit Carrot, he must uncover a conspiracy involving powerful forces. This novel continues Pratchett’s satirical exploration of power, law, and social justice, all wrapped in his signature humor and gripping storytelling.