Battle-Brothers from such a Chapter are generally more intellectually flexible those from a strict Codex tradition, but may not be able to inspire the same confidence that a close adherent might. Those Chapters who are descended from the gene-seed of Sanguinius, suffer from the twin genetic flaws known as the Black Rage and the Red Thirst. Part of this pride and their unswerving adherence to the Codex and its teachings is justified in the purity of their gene-seed and the glorious record of wars and battles won in the Emperor's name. The Chapter rules over its home world and subject peoples directly, and its leaders are regarded by them as figures of ultimate authority. In such cases, the Aspirants believe they are participating in tribal rituals and coming- of-age challenges, and are entirely unaware that the most promising of their number will be selected to become Space Marines (if they even know what Space Marines are!). But those who survive it report the experience as a living nightmare, a sleeping wakefulness in which they relive the bottomless woe of Dorn's most trying time -- the grievous mortal wounding of the Emperor of Mankind during the final hours of the Battle of Terra. Such Chapters often maintain close links with the Adeptus Mechanicus, and the Omnissiah is likely to feature to some degree in their religious practices. Such deviation includes the fielding of specialised formations, such as the Dark Angels' uniquely specialised 1st and 2nd Companies, and such Chapters normally follow the Codex in other areas. It has already been established that the only likely Successor Chapter Founded from their gene-seed (Without the Grey Knights permission of course!) Whilst company colours are typically displayed on the trim of a Space Marines shoulder pauldrons, they can also be displayed on helmets, chest Aquilas, knee plates or even on the squad markings. The only Successor created from their gene-seed were the Wolf Brothers, which ended tragically when they were forcibly disbanded by the Inquisition as a result of the rampant genetic instability and resulting mutation that appeared in the Chapter's Battle-Brothers. Sometimes disagreements arise between strict Codex Chapters. While most Chapters take little part in the affairs of the population of their home world, some involve themselves to varying degrees. Such places are steeped in dread and enshrouded by cosmic horror, such that only Space Marines, or those capable of becoming one, can survive there without succumbing to gibbering insanity. Until superseded by newer versions, the 3rd edition and later codices remained valid for the newer editions of Warhammer 40,000. He cast himself into a crusade of redemption that only ended in the terrible crucible of the Iron Cage, re-forging the Legion in the bloody furnace of war. After the Horus Heresy and the resultant Second Founding reforms of the Adeptus Astartes, the Space Wolves Legion was divided into two Chapters: the new Space Wolves Chapter, which was not compliant with the dictates of the Codex Astartes and retained the name of its parent Legion, and the second Chapter which took the name of the Wolf Brothers. Dormant gland. An ocean Hive-World might feature air-sealed hives at the bottom of the sea, or afloat on great man-made islands. Some Dead Worlds serve as Space Marine home worlds, either due to their strategic location, relative isolation or because the Chapter is tasked with guarding against the return of the ancient threat that brought about the world's fate in the first place. 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All other army rules and points are listed separately in sections before and after the datasheets. If the population is even aware of the Space Marines, they are distant, semi-mythological figures, whose appearance is a portent of great things. While all Chapters detest mutation in all its forms, some take their values to such an extent that they believe that the Space Marines alone are the true inheritors of the Emperor, that they were made according to his perfect vision and that mere mortals (everyone else) are utterly inferior. After all, a brother who cannot be entirely trusted to keep the Chapter's secrets is unlikely to advance through its ranks. The Chapter's Primarch was a deeply devoted warrior who fought tirelessly at the right hand of the Emperor, but even this towering exemplar had his flaws, as he himself is known to have acknowledged. They have a habit of escalating as that which the Imperium seeks to excise proves to be far more widespread than previously thought. How does the Chapter govern its home world? Many such flaws are two-edged swords, providing unheard of benefits balanced against terrible drawbacks. Campaign & Adeptus Mechanicus, Adeptus Sororitas, Campaign & Astra Cartographica, Orks Rules, Dark Angels, Grey Knights & Thousand Sons, Adepta Sororitas, Necrons & Index: Inquisition. As an Iron Hands Space Marine matures, that hatred and fear grows ever stronger, resulting in more extreme mechanisations of the Astartes' body. When the Chapter's genetic curse manifests itself in an affected Battle-Brother, it comes on in three stages: Since the death of Chapter Master Orlando Furioso at the hands of the Daemon Prince Periclitor, the Howling Griffons have fostered and nurtured a deep and unrelenting hatred of the Word Bearers, and a vow to seek retribution against them and their lord Periclitor no matter the cost. Battle-Brothers of a Chapter proudly display the symbol by which their parent Chapter is known on their left shoulder pauldrons. Those planets used by the Space Marines as recruiting worlds are observed closely by the Chapter's Apothecaries and Chaplains. Very few Space Marine Chapters specialise in stealth tactics, for most are so proud of their identity and so feared by their foes that announcing their presence in advance is in effect a weapon in itself. The world's occupants are packed into industrial centres called hive-cities so that as much of the surface remains as accessible as possible and the workforce can be controlled and focused to maximum effect. The sort of cultures that spawn people able to reach maturity in such a place are amongst the most valuable recruiting grounds for the Space Marines, for the mere fact of surviving to adolescence marks an Aspirant as amongst the toughest Humanity is capable of producing. There are no known aberrations in the Dark Angels' gene-seed, which makes the reluctance of the High Lords of Terra to utilise it in the founding of new Chapters perplexing. The Ultramarines are by far the best known and most celebrated Adeptus Astartes Chapter in the long and bloody history of the Imperium of Man. They just aren't nice. As the so-called "Angels of Death," the Space Marines' very existence is defined by their ability to slay their foes. Many of these Chapters travel the galaxy in vast circuits, taking centuries to pass through a single segmentum, while others limit their movements to ancient, hereditary spheres of influence and areas of responsibility. This is achieved by means of hypnotic suggestion, prolonged meditation, psychological and spiritual testing, and gradual initiation into the rites and traditions of the Chapter. He faces creatures dredged up from his own nightmares and phantoms seeded in his mind by the Librarian, who presides over the Trial and judges the Aspirant's very soul. By order of Roboute Guilliman, the Ultima Founding took place, and many newly Founded Chapters were comprised entirely of Primaris Space Marines. Fleet-based Chapters recruit from a wide range of planets. In a somewhat surprising move, the new Codex: Aeldari incorporates rules not only for the Ynnari subfaction and the new Corsair models, but also the Harlequins - who previously enjoyed a codex all to themselves. The exact opposite of those who revere the purity of the human form, there are those Chapters that believe that the flesh is weak and that only steel can withstand both time and the rigours of eternal war. Before begin your undertaking, there are two primary rules that you always want to adhere to when creating your own Space Marine Chapter: The Ultramarines Chapter, gathered for war. No homebrew Chapter shall have a home world on a Cardinal World, Forge World (or any other world governed by the Adeptus Mechanicus) or a Daemon World. Many Chapter utilise iterations of common Imperial icons, such as the eagle, eagle wings, skulls and armoured fists. Many Chapters have as their symbol some form of animal, either an actual creature or one from mythology. Some even utilise tactics and weapons inspired by the manner in which their totem creature fights or hunts. However, it is not okay to create a Homebrew Chapter of Grey Knights origin, so don't do it! Many of the worlds from which Space Marine Chapters recruit are not home to a single, unified society, but rather a host of small tribes constantly at war with one another. He or she then waves their wand about, and magically makes all of a Chapter's woes disappear. Though this is unfortunate, try to ensure that you create something unique and original, as this will avoid problems with being accused of plagiarization. Many of the Imperium's wars have escalated over the centuries, perhaps starting out as mere backwater rebellions before developing into full-scale wars engulfing entire sectors and involving every possible arm of the Imperium's military. The Space Marines are colloquially known as the "Angels of Death" in many quarters, in no small part due to the common practice of launching an orbital assault by way of drop pod. This includes artwork, short stories, and copies of fictional documents from the future. Our Discord community is three years old, and . The Imperial Fists stand as the steadfast defenders of the Imperium and the Emperor's unwavering shield; for ten thousand standard years they have been the bulwark against which the armies of Traitors and aliens have shattered. This point may affect how often a character encounters Battle-Brothers from his own Chapter, whether or not they serve in the Deathwatch, how he interacts with them when he does so. They abhor pretension and despise politicking. Some things no man wishes to learn about himself. Space Marines are foremost amongst the defenders of humanity, the greatest of the Emperor of Mankind's warriors. Bearing the ritual scars of bravery, these fierce warriors fight with all the tribal savagery that define the fierce steppe nomads of their homeworld Mundus Planus, bringing swift death to all of the enemies of the Imperium. This instability may have been the "Wulfen" gene that manifests itself at times in the Space Wolves themselves, most obviously among the Space Marines of the Chapter's 13th Great Company. Some Chapters hover at the verge of extinction, having suffered a terrible defeat or bitter misfortune, and can field but a handful of warriors. Establishing new Astartes Chapters on an individual basis is nigh impossible (with the sole exceptions of the Sons of Medusa and the Steel Confessors Chapters) -- the mobilisation of such vast resources is beyond the ability of any single segment of the Imperium. Taking the target alive is perhaps the hardest of Trials, for the Aspirant must keep the foe restrained on a return journey that might prove every bit as arduous as the hunt itself. In some cases, a culture's traditional festivals and rites of passage are in fact well-disguised Trials, established generations ago and watched over in secret by Chaplains or senior Chapter Serfs. Many such flaws are two-edged swords, providing unheard of benefits balanced against terrible drawbacks. All of these possibilities provide the bedrock of the Chapter's legends, which a writer can draw on when it comes to writing about their own Fanon Space Marine Chapter. After the invasion of their icy death world of Fenris, the First Battle of the Fang occurred between the two rival forces. Sometimes the flaw is linked to a nigh-catastrophic genetic malfunction, but just as often it is tied to the essential nature of the Progenitors Primarch, the stock from which they recruit or to some other, inexplicable factor. The Blood Angels carry with them the twin genetic curses of Sanguinius. If the latter, please contact a wiki administrator. Many die under the sheer stress and trauma placed on their hearts during the process and those that survive will be utterly changed--physically as well as mentally. They vastly allow fanon chapters to play a supporting role, perhaps turning up to mop up survivors. Sometimes the flaw is linked to a nigh-catastrophic genetic malfunction, Being a canon chapter. Each plays the role fate lays before him, knowing that a life spent in service to the Emperor is a life well lived. Note: Much of the text here has been copied from the RPG "Deathwatch: Rites of Battle" with some information from the affiliate Warhammer 40K Fanon Wiki under the Fair Use doctrine. It is rare for such conflicts to involve the Imperial Guard or other military organisations, for the belligerents would not wish to draw the attentions of the Adeptus Terra, Commonly, a Blood Duel Trial is fought in rounds, with Aspirants fighting foe after foe until only a small number remain. The temptation to have a character appearance of an Inquisitor should be resisted at all costs. There are many ways in which a new Chapter might be granted its title. Furthermore, each front features multiple defensive lines, so that should one fall, an in-depth defence can be enacted and counter-attacks launched from subsequent lines. As far as possible, the Salamanders follow the example of their Primarch in forging their own weapons, and while most Battle-Brothers are skilled enough to create a finely-wrought combat blade, the most experienced take great pride in hand-crafting their own ammunition on the eve of battle, blessing each and every round with the Rites of Battle. When the Chapter's genetic curse manifests itself in an affected battle-brother, it comes on in three stages: The martial traditions of the Storm Warden have been passed down for centuries and form as much a part of their existence as their flesh, blood, or bone. Vast populations grow or are imported to service the industry that such resources spawns. The Chapter may be several generations separated from its sire, and also have its home world many hundreds or thousands of light years away, the distance contributing to the divergence. The most experienced and long-serving Imperial Fists sport numerous duelling scars all over their bodies, each a reminder of a hard-won victory, or a salutary defeat. Some Chapters specialise in this tactic, honing it to perfection so that the first and last thing an enemy sees of the Space Marines attack are the black contrails of dozens of drop pods streaking through the air, and Battle-Brothers disembarking inside his lines to gun him down with ruthless efficiency. They are too valuable to perform the jobs that lesser men do. Throughout all the background we are given, from codices to Black Library books to artwork, there has never been a mention or an image of female marines. After enough gene-seed had been collected in the vaults on Terra, the High Lords of Terra authorised the 4, This Founding occurred somewhere between ca. In all likelihood, all but the world's ruling classes are unaware of the Imperium at large. Space Marines are genetically-engineered, armoured killing machines. On occasion, they can become closed-minded or overly judgemental of those who do not think as they do. This is by far the most egregious of clichs utilised by writers to cover up gaping holes in their Chapter's background. When the Imperium goes to war, it does so with total conviction, for its leaders know that ultimately the very survival of Mankind is at stake. The specifics of the cult develop over the millennia, so that two Chapters sired by the same Progenitor during the same Founding may, after several centuries, exhibit radically divergent religious practices. The greatest weapon of any Space Marine Chapter is its The only exception to this rule, is when a Chapter is forced to make such an alliance, it shall only be with Craftworld Eldar or the Tau Empire. The Blood Angels excel in close combat, for example, where they focus the rage that is a result of the Flaw. Space Marine helmets frequently display rank and battle honours, either through colour or insignia. The Red Thirst is the Blood Angels' darkest secret and greatest curse, but it is also their greatest salvation, for it brings with it a humility and understanding of their own failings which make them truly the most noble of the Space Marines. The extreme hatred the Iron Hands hold for the weaknesses of the flesh is believed to gloss over an underlying psychological fear of their physical form. To begin, please ensure that you have read the Site Policy rules and the article quality policy. A Codex is a publication of Games Workshop that details the units and models each army in the Warhammer 40,000 tabletop miniatures game can use when playing a game. They are barely human at all, but superhuman; having been made superior in all respects to a normal man by a harsh regime of genetic modification, psycho-conditioning and rigorous training. Other Warhammer Wikis It is said that only the High Marshal has any idea of the Black Templars' full numbers, but it is rumoured in the Inquisition that they actually number close to 6,000 Space Marines. See more ideas about space marine art, warhammer 40k artwork, space marine. In an Exposure Trial, the Aspirant must go out into such an environment and simply survive for a set period of time. Listed below are the other Imperial designations for allegiance: The worlds of the Imperium are categorised according to a staggering range of factors, but can be divided into the loosely-defined groupings listed here. The Angry Marines are a popular homebrew Chapter of Space Marines, and by far the most famous homebrew to gain fame outside the realm of 40K. They wear specially painted black Power Armour, and are often led by the few Chapter officers, notably Blood Angels Chaplains, who are still able to communicate orders to the insane troops and who are still obeyed by them, perhaps because Chaplains directly represent the authority of the Emperor. If you would like to determine what sort of terrain dominates the Chapter's home world, chose or randomise from amongst the following possibilities. In their dealings with Battle-Brothers from other Chapters, Ultramarines often fulfil the role of facilitator and peacemaker. With his death, there were none left alive within the Chapter who understood his work, and the necessary genetic alteration equipment had been utterly destroyed. By way of example, one of the Chapter Masters of the Dark Angels was born amongst the head-hunting savages of the feral world of Kimmeria. One particularly inventive variation of the Exposure Trial is one in which the Aspirant is taken from his own environment and transplanted into an entirely unfamiliar one. Brotherhood Of The Lost Wiki (AU) Dornian Heresy Wiki (AU) A Broken Throne Wiki (AU), Our Partner Sites Imperial Armour is a series of official rules supplements to Warhammer 40,000 Codices produced by Forge World, a subsidiary company of Games Workshop. Chapters that follow this belief system to an extreme, adorning themselves in all manner of deathly fetishes and even partaking of gristly trophy taking. With a culture that emphasises endurance and self-sacrifice, the Salamanders are renowned for their stubborn nature. Many Chapters consider the Aspirant's spiritual and mental capabilities every bit as important as his physical characteristics and impose Trials not of the body, but of the mind. 94. You can have your Chapter not know its gene-seed origin and hint at the idea of Traitor origins, but at no point do you want to outright say it. From gruelling sieges lasting decades to the bitter one-on-one fighting of a cityfight, there is no expression of the art of war that Mankind has not experienced, or mastered. To pique one's interest, when writing about your own potential rivalry for your Space Marine Chapter, listed below are some sample feuds and rivalries. With literally thousands of custom Chapter that exist online at any given time throughout the realm of the internet, many readers will notice common story lines and clichs that tend to permeate many fan-made Space Marine Chapters. However, with subsequent Foundings, the High Lords of Terra have always favored the Ultramarines' gene-seed and created many new Codex Chapters from their proud lineage. It is said that the Disciples of Caliban, a Dark Angels Successor, were created following the direct appeal of the Supreme Grand Master of the Dark Angels. Psycho-organically, initiates are noted to display increased aggression, as is to be expected, but also a marked tendency towards cohesion and the adoption of hierarchy, alongside an almost pathological dedication to the achievement of an assigned goal, particularly when compared against the psychological profiles of certain other Chapters, who demonstrate more markedly heightened individualistic and fractious tendencies post-implantation, such as the White Scars or Space Wolves. What is the predominant terrain type of the Chapters The bones of slain kin are engraved in minute detail, every surface lovingly covered in lines of devotional script and illuminated scenes depicting the deeds of the fallen.