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THE CHAPTERS

Tomb Sentinels

Chapter Symbol -

Name - Tomb Sentinels
Founding Chapter - Ultramarines.
Founding - Fifteenth Founding.
Chapter Master - Eroku Shem-Herut.
Homeworld - Voult.
Main Colours - Sand, White, Blood Red.
Speciality - Fighting Necrons.
Battle Cry - "From Ashes Arisen. To Ashes Returned!" Can be call/response.
Estimated Strength - Approximately 1000.

History
When the Inquisition first began investigating the Necrons, one of their number was familiar with a little known Chapter of Space Marines who held death as sacred. These Marines, the Tomb Sentinels, believed that peace after death was the reward of a life of servitude, and that mortals were to be protected from threats from beyond the grave. The Inquisition requested this Chapter focus on the Necrons, a foe clearly was associated with death. They readily agreed and, although their initial battles were disastrous, the Tomb Sentinels have studied their opponents exhaustively. They are now adept at ascertaining their foes' objectives and denying them what they seek by destroying rediscovered technology or evacuating targeted civilians. Many of their battles are skirmishes, since their foe rarely gives them targets which are large enough for a committed battle, but small enough to be taken by a single Company (or Chapter). Despite their rocky start, today the Tomb Sentinels boast one of the best combat records against the Necrons of any Imperial force.

Notable Conflicts
Battle of Saint Nataline's Rest:
Saint Nataline's Rest was a planet holy to the Ecclessiarchy. It was home to a training facility for medical personnel, as well as manufactorums for medical supplies and a small mission run by the Adepta Sororitas. When the Necrons beneath the planet awoke in 921.M41 and began to destroy the Imperial placements there, the small number of Sisters should have been swiftly overrun, if only by weight of numbers. However, they managed to evacuate civilians and fight the enemy until a larger force could arrive and assist with the evacuation. The reinforcements sent to aid the populace marked the first time that the Tomb Sentinels went into battle against the Necrons. Although the Chapter suffered losses that would take decades to rebuild, by heeding the advice of, and working with the Sisterhood present, the majority of the population was successfully evacuated. The incident gave the Sentinels great respect for the Sisters, who largely organized the battles. Without the assistance of the Sisterhood, many more Sentinels would have been lost at Saint Nataline's Rest.

Campaign for Ur'Gave:
Ur'Gave is a civilized world, around which orbits Gav'nisch, a mineral rich moon. In 956.M41, the Necrons arrived and began a systematic slaughter of the natives, who thought themselves lost. But fortune and foresight were on their side. To begin with, the population went to ground, meaning the Necrons had to root out civilians in small, isolated groups. The PDF also managed to contact the Imperial Navy, and send a request for aid. Two months into the attacks, the Tomb Sentinels arrived with the 27th Gallasp Imperial Guard regiment. Decades of experience had led to this war, and the Tomb Sentinels fought with wisdom, caution and determination; pushing the Necron menace back inch by inch. In 957.M41, the tomb complex the Necrons had come to dig out and reclaim was destroyed and the Necrons were driven from Ur'Gave. Although the Gallasp 27th and the Sentinels took heavy losses, the world was reclaimed, making it the first clear victory the Chapter could claim in conflict with the Necrons.

Organisation
The Tomb Sentinels are largely a Codex Chapter, with some modifications. They have eight Battle Companies and two Scout Companies, for a total of ten. Veterans are integrated into the Battle Companies. In keeping with their mission against the Necrons, they deploy with weapons capable of denying the foes the ability to regenerate, such as krak missiles and las cannons. They are also a highly mechanized Chapter, and almost all of their vehicles are equipped with the same array of weaponry as their soldiers, eschewing flamers and the like in favour of melta or las weapons. When arriving at a conflict already engaged, they are notable for their habit of deferring to whomever is already conducting the conflict, rather than operating independently. 'Where am I most needed?' is their usual method of greeting. Tomb Sentinels do not have names. Upon induction, they are given one of the names of the first two thousand Tomb Sentinels, which is handed to another after their demise. Due to this, they do not seek personal glory, and humility is a hallmark of the Chapter.

Notable Characters
- Eroku Shem Herut - Chapter Master of the Tomb Sentinels
- Ur-Khep - Chief Librarian and oldest living Tomb Sentinel
- Ptomamun - Second Company, blessed with Dreadnought armor following the Battle of St. Nataline's Rest

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Censeo Biologis

Chapter Symbol -

Name - Censeo Biologis
Founding Chapter - Unknown: Geneseed selected from gene bank tithes of several of the original legions.
Founding - 13th Founding.
Chapter Master - Magos General Yaret.
Homeworld - Nominally Mars, although they recruit from across the galaxy.
Main Colours - Light and dark grey. Helmet is coloured to denote rank, specialisation and biological heritage.
Speciality - Chemical and biological warfare.
Battle Cry - Unknown.
Estimated Strength - Estimated to be less than 500.

History
It is thought that they were designed to work as a specialised Chapter dealing with biological and chemical threats to the Imperium, as well as being tasked with guarding and maintaining the most potent of the biological and chemical weapons and creations of destruction in the Imperial arsenal. Due to their extreme specialisation and relatively low numbers, the existence of the Censeo Biologis is practically unknown outside of the chapter, except for a few high ranking members of the Adeptus Mechanicus (to which they have extremely strong, although secretive, ties) and a handful of Inquisitors. Marines in the Censeo Biologis all speak in the Lingua-Technis and are often accompanied by floating servo-skulls which collect and maintain biological samples, as well as distribute sterilising vapours. The helmet of each marine is intricately coloured to denote rank and specialisation, although the majority of each Marine’s design is their genetic heritage which their fellow Marines can read at a glance.

Notable Conflicts
The Occlusiad War:
In 550.M37, 9th Chapter Master, Magos General Serusk, lead a 10 year campaign against rogue Tech Priests following the “Blind King” during the Occlusiad War, the Censio Biologis attempting to limit the destructive power they wielded through stolen dark-age weaponry. Although unable to prevent a number of star destroyer weapons being unleashed, they did manage to stop the deployment of other weapons of even greater power. The war ended after Serusk led the chapter’s handful of terminators on a raid to the Blind King’s palace ship hiding in the warp, neutralising many of its defences and recovering many artefacts before alerting the fleet who brought in the battleship Dominus Astra to destroy the palace once and for all.

Destruction of the Planet Killer:
In 154.M41, a single squad of Censeo Biologis Marines, lead by Magos Sergeant Kidal, managed to teleport aboard Abaddon’s Planet Killer undetected as it manoeuvres towards Kharlos II , disabling a number of key systems and collecting invaluable data on the Armageddon Gun before returning to their cloaked null-ship, allowing the Imperial fleet to destroy the super-weapon whist taking little damage in return.

- Destruction of biological weapon production facilities around the Eye of Terror prior to 7th Black Crusade, severely hampering Nurgle cults and Death Guard.
- Capture of Dark Age Star Disruptor Bomb [Classified Date]

Organisation
The Chapter almost completely ignores the Codex Astartes, operating almost down to an individual level, with single Marines often deployed to act independently on behalf of the chapter. The chapter often recruits survivors of plagues and other biological disasters, who then receive extremely detailed genetic screening to ensure that their genome has no flaws. Initiates are tested to the extremes of endurance, sustaining months of exposure to debilitating disease and harsh chemical environments, simultaneously undergoing intense technical training in the arts of war and the darker arts of science. Because they are few in number they must pick their battles carefully; often having to choose between the lesser of two evils rather than succeeding outright. Those who survive but fail to meet the grade to become Marines are inducted into the chapter as tech-priests, covert-operatives, servitors or servo-skulls.

Notable Characters
- Magos Terminator Kinhar - Former leader of the Terminator Detachment [Deceased 987 M36]
- Magos Captain Kholn - Former Master of the Fleet [Deceased 543 M 39]
- Operative General [Censored] - Current head of Censeo Biologis information network

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Dark Avengers

Chapter Symbol -

Name - Dark Avengers
Founding Chapter - Iron Hands.
Founding - 25th Founding.
Chapter Master - Elias Varren.
Homeworld - Avria Secundus.
Main Colours - Black with Red Trim and Silver Aquilla.
Speciality - Stealth and Infiltration.
Battle Cry - "Nemo mea poena effugit!''/''None may escape our vengeance!"
Estimated Strength - 350.

History
The Dark Avengers were founded in the late 40th millennium as part of the 25th Founding. Experienced members of the Red Talons - an Iron Hands successor - left their brethren to become Sergeants
and Captains within the new Chapter, The Dark Avengers. This meant that the Chapter adopted the beliefs and tactics of the Iron Hands. The chapter was also given the Avria System to rule and recruit from. Located close to the rim of the Maelstrom, the Avrian System is an ideal base from which to strike at pirates and traitors hiding within the Warp Rift.

Notable Conflicts
888.M41- The Erasmael Incident:
The entire Dark Avengers Chapter deploys to assist the Black Templars in the Crusade of Wrath, hunting down the Word Bearers operating in and around the Maelstrom. The Dark Avengers detect a space station orbiting the Death World of Erasmael. After a quick scan to confirm Word Bearer presence, the Dark Avengers deployed 7 Companies onto the station. The Dark Avengers swept through the station but found that no Chaos Marines were present and that the heat signatures are emitted by heat ray decoys. Shortly after the boarding, the booby-trapped station explodes, immediately annihilating the 700 Space Marines on board. After the explosion, the sensors of the fleet detected a Word Bearer Cruiser making a Warpspace transit in a nearby asteroid field.

907.M41- Resaal Campaign:
The Dark Avengers respond to a distress call sent by the Astropathic Choir of the world Resaal. The planet was under attack by a massive Ork Waaagh!. Due to their reduced numbers after Erasmael, Chapter Master Varren declares that the chapter should abandon the mechanized assaults favoured by the Iron Hands. Instead, they would strike behind enemy lines and cause havoc, before melting back into the shadows. The proposed tactic worked, leaving the Orks demoralised by the Space Marines cutting down Ork Leaders and striking at supposedly safe locations. Within 9 months, the Orks were defeated.

The Badab Uprising - The Dark Avengers sent only a few squads to participate in this conflict as they were still recovering from the Erasmael Incident.

Organisation
Due to the reduced size of the Dark Avengers, drastic changes had to be made. First of all, the Dark Avengers includes only 3 companies, not 10, one which is a Scout company. The Scout company is somewhat larger than its Codex counterpart, boasting 150 Scouts instead of the 100 that is normal. This is due to the recent increase in recruitment caused by the Erasmael Incident. Like most Iron Hands successors, the rank of Chaplain does not exist within the command structure of the Dark Avengers. Instead, the spiritual health of the Chapter is tended to by specially trained Techmarines called Iron Fathers.

Notable Characters
- Chapter Master Elias Varren - Formerly Captain of the Fourth Company, Elias Varren was promoted to Chapter Master after the Erasmael Incident.
- Lugas Harkal, Master of the Forge - One of the few senior Chapter members that was not present during the boarding of the space station.

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Praetorians of Mars

Name - Praetorians of Mars
Founding Chapter - Unknown.
Founding - Believed to be the Second Founding.
Chapter Master - Vinco Drukonous.
Homeworld - Tulii VIII .
Main Colours - Deep Red and Pale Gold.
Speciality - Defence.
Battle Cry - "Protect Thy Brother and The Golden Throne!"
Estimated Strength - 300.

History
Little is known about the original founding of the Praetorians of Mars, it is believed they were formed from either the Ultramarines, Imperial fists or Dark Angels however this is unconfirmed. There is speculation whether the Chapter was founded as part of the Second founding but records from the Inquisition archives indicate to appearances shortly after the Second founding, however there is speculation about their accuracy. Their name,“Praetorians”, is derived from their devotion to protecting their fellow brothers, whilst “Mars” is a possible name they developed for the Emperor. No one knows for sure, as they never refer to the Emperor Directly; they always refer to the Golden throne instead. When confronted about why they need to defend their brothers, a Marine will voice the same response - which is Chapter wide - of “To defend the Golden throne”. Their main role has always been to help defend brothers in battle which is where their battle cry comes from. The mystery surrounding this Chapter has been the cause of a lot of questioning within the Inquisition, but they are weary to take action as the Praetorians of Mars proven to be a valuable resource for the Imperium.

Notable Conflicts
Their first notable appearance in the archives was their valiant defence of a near by moon of Tulii VIII, Ulixes II. It was assaulted by a surprisingly well armed Ork reconnaissance fleet of the Bad Moon Clan, led by the Warboss Drazdakka. The defending Legion (++ note: for reasons unknown, the Praetorians of Mars refer to Codex Company equivalents as 'Legions'++) numbered around 100-200 Marines, including recently recruited acolytes led by the young Commander Antilles of the 3rd legion, were left to defend the capital Polis. Heavy losses were sustained by both armies, A huge counter attack by the Orks led to a drastic move by Captain Antilles to help strengthen their position, a series of huge explosions erupted in an almost complete circle around the Centre of Polis. The fires engulfed the outskirts of the city forcing Drazdakka into the small narrow choke point, where every gun Antilles had was directed. After several days of extreme fighting Drazdakka was killed and the Ork forces began to withdraw and were soon cleaned up by the local PDF. Two days after their glorious Triumph the Reinforcements arrived finding an Ork free system and the remainders of the 3rd Legion.

Mid M41 saw the destruction of the 4th Legion after being assaulted by fragments of Hive fleet Ouroboris on the planet Dahle. The Praetorians of Mars, led by Chief Librarian Auctoris, were attached to Salamanders 5th Reserve Company, who were running recon missions across the planet surface, looking for rumoured Chaos incursions. During the early stages of the mission, Hive fleet Ouroboris entered the system and immediately launched a full scale assault on the planet. A desperate battle was now being fought across the central continent of Dahle. Despite their efforts the Salamanders and Praetorians of Mars were pushed back close to their evacuation point. An immediate evacuation was called, but the Tyranids were pressing too hard. Captain Mulceber of the Salamanders ordered Auctoris to fall back, but he refused and blocked the comm channel to ensure that the Salamanders could escape. After four hours the Praetorians had been completely destroyed but managed to hold the line long enough; however their fanatical need to defend their brothers brought destruction upon themselves.

- The defence of moon IX of Tullii
- The valiant defence of planet Sidus

Organisation
The organisation of the Praetorians of Mars is a peculiar one at best; they have a very limited number of troops to spare yet maintain no more than 3 small forces at a time which number about 100 Marines, after the destruction of the 4th Legion at Dahle. One Legion stays behind to defend their home systems. The other two Legions are active in nearby systems, attached to task forces of other Chapters. As they work so closely with other Chapters they have no Chapter symbol, they often adopt their Brother Chapter's symbol for the duration of their attachment to help symbolise their union on the battlefield. On top of their normal shoulder pads are three layered bands of additional ceramite armour. No one is quite sure about why they do this, it has apparently been a tradition since the chapters founding and has never been fully explained. They also wear a high vertical crest of ceramite on their helmets for standard Marines. Sergeants and higher ranks however wear a horizontal crest across their helmets.

Notable Characters
- Vinco Drukonous (Chapter Master)
- Chief Librarian Auctoris (deceased)
- Veteran Sergeant Contego (1st veteran Legion)

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Igneus Ultionis

Chapter Symbol - - Depicts The Warlord Titan, Igneus Ultionis, Wreathed in Flames, Signifying The Event That Created The Chapter

Name - Igneus Ultionis
Founding Chapter - Gold Cogs (Iron Hands successor, ++Gold Cogs Records Removed++).
Founding - Unknown (++Gold Cog Records Removed++).
Chapter Master - Hohenhiem Paracelsus.
Homeworld - Fleet-based Chapter (Main ship is called The Phoenix).
Main Colours - Dark Grey, Orange.
Speciality - Mechanized.
Battle Cry - "That Which Is Not Forgotten Is Not Forgiven."
Estimated Strength - Approximately 750.

History
Originally the Chapter was named the Gold Cogs, however after the Battle of The Titans the Chapter changed its name to the now current Igneus Ultionis in honour of the revered Titan which had fallen whilst aiding them. Like the Iron Hands the Chapter had an appreciation for machinery, appreciation that caught the suspicion of those around them as the Gold Cogs they revered machinery almost to the point at which it could be considered heretical. However the machines they worshipped the most were the God Machines; Titans. The entire chapter was almost fanatically devoted to Titans, even going so far as to re-design Dreadnought's to resemble miniature Titan's. At the end of The Battle of the Titans, the Chapter Master Hohenhiem Paracelsus disbanded the Gold Cogs and created the new and current Chapter, Igneus Ultionis, and adopted a new battle cry in remembrance of the Battle of The Titans.

Notable Conflicts
The Battle of the Titans:
After rumours of an STC on a heavily occupied Ork planet, the Gold Cogs were deployed by request of the Adeptus Mechanicus. The planet was gradually cleansed of the Orks until only one small tribe remained. This tribe however possessed the Orks only remaining Stompa, painted entirely blue. This Stompa had eluded the Marines for almost the entirety of the campaign. It appeared in a majority of the battles but always withdrew at the right moment or swerved out of the way of attacks that would cripple it.
While the combat continued on the ground the two titans fought, Igneus Ultionis and the Ork Stompa, neither gaining any advantage.The Blood Angels became frustrated and sent in a spare Thunderhawk to provide support. A stray missile from it struck a vital part in Igneus Ultionis' leg and caused it to seize up and the Stompa lodged its giant saw in the upper torso of the Titan. The Stompa was destroyed as its reactor exploded, at the cost of Igneus Ultionis however. The Gold Cogs dropped their weapons and then dropped to their knees, watching in terror as the large flaming silhouette of the supposed invincible God Machine Igneus Ultionis fell backwards and into fragments.

The Discovery of a Dead World, Loss of the Explorers:
The first and main task the Adeptus Mechanicus assigned the Igneus Ultionis Chapter was the search and retrieval of any and all STCs. Their first search, following rumours, led them to the edge of the Ghoul Stars. There they found a small planet, unnamed and devoid of life. They knew of similar planets such as this called Tomb Worlds. They deployed several small scout squads to search the surface of the planet for signs of the STC, they were instructed not to disturb any Necron structures as they would not contain any traces of a STC if they were sealed. After a few weeks of searching they determined that the planet was in fact a tomb world, during the exploration they were mapping out the world which would now be marked as a Tomb World, either to be studied, avoided or destroyed later. Initially they expected to have to fight the Necrons but instead there was a minor battle against a fleet of tomb raiders. lured to the planet under the promise of treasure. The name of the planet, location and most of the rumours of it's existence have been stricken from Imperial records, the extremely minor battle is viewed with great pride as the discovery saved many lives. Shortly after this event contact was lost with the Chapter( approximately 800 years from current date), it is assumed that they were lost in the warp and destroyed.

Organisation
In most cases the chapter would be completely mechanised. A small strike force of faster and lighter vehicles would speed ahead of the force before the transportation vehicles and the more formidable battle tanks. Most of the time the chapter is accompanied by a Titan after they were saved by one close to the original formation of the Gold Cogs. The Chapter Master is known as the Grandmaster of the Forge. The Chapter contains a few Librarians, most of which also specialise in mechanics, but no Chaplains at all. The battle formation of the Chapter usually changes to suit the needs of the battle rather than having a set plan.

Notable Characters
-Hohenhiem Paracelsus. Hohenhiem is/was mostly cybernetic at last point of contact and is/was the Grandmaster of the Forge.
-Aureolus Theophrastus. Is/was the Chapter's Master of the Forge, in comparison to other chapters, this would place him in a rank equivalent of a high-rank Chaplain.
-Phillippus Bombastus. First of the chapter to be given the privileged of piloting a Dreadnought, died defending the Titan Igneus Ultionis in The Battle of The Titans.

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Imperial Hornets

Chapter Symbol - Stinger with 4 Wings branching off at diagonal points. Simplified version used for squad markings and insignia.

Name - Imperial Hornets
Founding Chapter - Multiple chapters including Salamanders, Space Wolves and Blood Angels. Causing some to refer to them as a 'Mongrel Chapter'.
Founding - 21st Founding.
Chapter Master - Steikhan Langhert.
Homeworld - Fleet-based Chapter (Led by the Fortress Monastery and Battle Barge, Heaven’s Strike).
Main Colours - Yellow, Black/Dark Grey.
Speciality - Jump-Pack assault and Thunderhawk enabled deep-strike.
Battle Cry - Chaplain/Captain: "Fly on wings of faith!"/ Battle-Brothers: "Sting with the wrath of the Emperor!"
Estimated Strength - 800 including chapter serfs and servitors, with an estimated 400 active marines.

History
Created during the 21st Founding, the Imperial Hornets were created with 'emergency' gene-seed stocked from several different Chapters including Blood Angels, Space Wolves and Salamanders. However, this combination in gene-seed has led to both genetic deviancy and the distaste of other Chapters, the Hornets being regarded as “mongrels” compared to the other, more 'pure-bred' Chapters. Genetic mutation of the ossmodula, mucranoid and betcher’s glands has led to almost all marines being able to grow bony protrusions at their wrists (occasionally at other joints also), as well as being able to secrete the acid of the betcher’s gland from these protrusions. Most Imperial Hornet armour has been modified with openings at the wrist to allow for the use of these 'stingers'. This disregard for the machine spirit has led to friction between the Imperial Hornets and the Adeptus Mechanicus, who are reluctant to allow the use of Terminator and Artificer armour to the Hornets. Despite these disadvantages, the Imperial Hornets still attempt to serve the Emperor to the best of their ability.

Notable Conflicts
The Barghesian War:
Midway through M36, the Barghesi - previously thought to be confined to the Grendl stars - were noticeably increasing in strength, possibly the result of chaotic corruption, increasing their hyper-violent nature. Regardless of the cause, the Ordo Xenos saw fit to dispatch the Imperial Hornets on their first major engagement to stop this threat before it went out of hand. Although their initial attacks managed to cut severe losses into the Barghesi with surgical deep-strikes and assaults, the Imperial Hornet's lack of armoured support began to form obvious disadvantages against them; although they could massacre the Barghesi in swathes, they had no way of permanently removing their cloning facilities. As a result, the Ordo Xenos deployed siege specialists, the Iron Lords to support the Hornets. With the addition of the Iron Lords’ many tanks, the Barghesi were quickly brought low, their cloning facilities and main packs destroyed.

The Il-Kaithe Intervention:
Originally deployed as support against a daemonic incursion on Migbus IX, located near the Eye of Terror, Imperial Hornet ships containing the 3rd and 6th companies were intercepted on their way by an orbital naval fleet from Eldar craftworld Il-Kaithe. Sandwiched between the forces of chaos and the intervening Eldar, the Imperial Hornets had little choice but to eliminate Il-Kaithe’s resistance first. Led by Captain Sendric Kaihan, the Imperial Hornets performed a series of daring boarding actions against the ships of the Eldar, while strike ships launched volleys of fire into their main fire support. However, Il-Kaithe’s skilled bonesingers could easily control the wraithbone of the Eldar ship, allowing them to isolate and pick off squads. Despite this, with their close-quarters capability, the Imperial Hornets, managed to cut out a sizable chunk of Il-Kaithe’s troops. Despite heavy losses, with almost eighty casualties and twenty dead, the Hornets were able to reach the main control systems of the ships, and stopped Il-Kaithe before it could pose a threat to allied Imperial forces on the planet below.

- The Ghost War of Iyanden
- Iron Crusade

Organisation
Due to the various complications with their gene-seed, the Imperial Hornets have significantly dwindled from their original size; with approximately only four-hundred marines, organized into four Company's (several Company's had to disband). Although they follow the Codex-Astartes, the Imperial Hornets often interpret its words for their own benefit. Their conflict with the Adeptus Mechanicus has led to a shortage of armoured support, notably their complete lack of Land Raiders and possession of only a single Predator. Expectedly, the Hornets place more importance on jump-pack based assaults and deep-strikes rather than the more mechanized approach of other chapters. Being a fleet-based chapter, the Hornets almost constantly wear their armour, in case of a breach in their ships; this combined with their close-combat training has made the interface between armour and marine closer than most other chapters. In the crucible of melee, their fluid and lithe motions, coupled with their natural 'stingers' make the Hornets a deadly enemy indeed.

Notable Characters
-Chapter Master Steikhan Langhert (M41)
-Captain Sendric Kaihan (Originally 6th company, now 2nd)
-Chaplain Laurten van Horwitz

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Hive Rats

Chapter Symbol - A silhouette profile view of a rats head, one eye clearly shown and mouth wide open with sharp teeth clearly visible.

Name - Hive Rats
Founding Chapter - Salamanders [unconfirmed].
Founding - Twenty Sixth Founding
Chapter Master - None.
Homeworld - Murinaeus.
Main Colours - Fiery Orange with Dark Trim.
Speciality - Close-quarter fighting, particularly in tunnel/corridor environments.
Battle Cry - None.
Estimated Strength - 1000.

History
The Hive Rats are a young chapter, born of the 26th Founding. They are believed to have been created using Salamanders gene seed, but modified to reverse the slight reduction in reaction times suffered by Salamanders. This results in slight twitchiness, reminiscent of a rat. This tendency was noticed early in the creation of the chapter and is one of the reasons for the name given to them. Unlike Salamanders, Hive Rats are not regularly exposed to the high levels of radiation, so it is not known whether Hive Rats could suffer similar darkening of the skin. They do, however, manifest eerily glowing yellow-green eyes; another factor in the naming of the chapter. Hive Rats recruit from the Hive World Murinaeus, which is the final factor in the "Hive Rats" name. (Murinae is a word associated with rats in ancient Terran dialects.) Many suspect that the assignment of Murinaeus as the main recruitment centre for the chapter may have been a subtle joke by the Adeptus Adminstratum. Those who know the humourless Administratum better know that it is surely a coincidence.

Notable Conflicts
STC Templates Recovery from Croker III:
The Hive Rats very first engagement was at two-company strength. An extremely large Genestealer cult had achieved control of several hives in the nearby system of Croker. Valuable STC templates were believed to have been uncovered by Mechanicum workers shortly before the insurrection became known to the Imperium. Genestealer infiltration of numerous intelligence assets meant that the cult was well prepared for the Hive Rats arrival. However, the Genestealers were expecting a traditional Tactical Dreadnought Armour based assault. The Hive Rats, with few suits of Terminator armour, were better prepared for a very different sort of tunnel fighting. They surprised the Tyranid Genestealers by defeating them at their own game of manoeuvrability and surprise. Numerous traps and flanking moves allowed the Hive Rats to exterminate hordes of the xenos and recover the technical data. The Hive Rats then evacuated the planet and engaged Exterminatus. Since that day, part of the Hive Rats daily prayers to the Emperor have included pleas for the souls of those they were forced to exterminate to purge the planet of the xenos taint.

Defence of the Vedi System:
Following an extended period of protecting shipping lanes and patrolling key systems, the Hive Rats were informed that a large Ork fleet was heading towards the system of Vedi. The heavily populated system was home to an important Mechanicum research facility based on a moon orbiting gas giant. The system also boasted a world with several manufactorium hives and an agri-world supplying most of the hive-world’s food. The Hive Rats were forced to prioritise and incurred the wrath of Mechanicum observers by following the example set by the Salamanders; concentrating on the protection of the planetary populations. Company-strength deployments were able to divert four of five huge Ork Roks away from the Hiveworld and Agri-world . Meanwhile, two companies deployed to the Hiveworld and supplemented the Planetary Defence Force in their defence of their Hives. Hive Rats fared less well on the Agri-world, where the 9th and Scout Companies were unable to prevent numerous widely-spread pockets of Orks causing massive damage to the planetary infrastructure. Finally, the remaining under-strength company deployed to defend the research facility. To the surprise and relief of the Mechanicum observers, the marines were more than capable of leading the Orks a merry dance in tunnels under the facility and venting thousands of the brutes into the void of space, successfully defending the facility.

Organisation
Being a young chapter, the Hive Rats generally adhere quite closely to the Codex Astartes. One exception is that thus far, no Chapter Master has been appointed. Each of the Captains sits on a council chaired by the Captain of the First Company. It is assumed that a Chapter Master will be appointed when the Chapter has taken part in sufficient engagements for an obvious candidate to emerge.
Hive Rats combat doctrine is one of close-quarter fighting. Early combat training for the chapter was conducted by Salamanders, themselves close-quarter specialists. Hive Rats are recruited from Murinaeus Hive Gangs, meaning they have a mentality suited to claustrophobic environments. Hive Rats marines rely on extensive ambush and flanking tactics. Use of Astartes combat discipline allows them to lure unwary enemies into traps where flamers and heavy flamers can be used to massacre enemies less disciplined or wily than themselves. Hive Rats are happiest on foot in confined spaces, but as per codex requirements, maintain jump-pack, bike, land speeder units and the like, and can enter battle in Rhinos, Razorbacks and Land Raiders as necessary. In their one major break with codex doctrine, Hive Rats often deploy full battle brothers into combat in scout armour, allowing more successful infiltration and flanking manoeuvres.

Notable Characters
- Laen Toyle –Senior sergeant in the scout company. He exerts his moral influence on all Hive Rats recruits, replacing their Ganger mentality with the notion that all citizens of the Imperium are part of their gang.
- Nezu Shasseugh – A savage fighter who wears twin Lightning Claws and has emerged as the Chapter Champion. Most notable combat was when he was found barely conscious in the corner of a warehouse during the Croker Campaign, over twenty Genestealers dead at his feet.



Note, that the chapters are posted in the order in which I received them, rather than the order of the list above.

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I'd like to put in my Space Wolf Succesor chapter fluff. If thats doable.

I'd like to participate.

Aw c'mon man, you launch this AFTER I decide to sell my Marines?

i have BA sucsesor chapter that aid the ordo malius pm me so i can fully write it down

Where do we post this?

I would like to be included (but I think my relative newness to the forums will almost exclude me)

I'm in the same position as Slick.

So, I am a little confused. In order to get into the competition, do we post an affirmative reply here, wait for you to contact us and tell us if we are one of the chosen eight, and THEN give you our Chapter info?

Or do we instead just send you a PM, and wait to hear if we are one of the lucky eight, and then send you the Chapter info?

Or do we instead just send you the Chapter info via PM, and hope we are one of the lucky eight?

If the first option is correct, then consider this my affirmative reply.


Never mind, I reread your post and clarified my own confusion. Very well sir, I accept your challenge and throw my name into the hat!

I guess I'll join up. Might as well give it a shot

Thanks for the support guys. Yes, you just say you'd like to take part within this thread and we'll see who 'gets in'.

Good luck to you newbies too!

My hat is now thrown in, cuz why not really.

I'd like to enter.

I would like to participate.

(Do the chapters have to be loyalists, or can they have turned renegade, partially or completely?)

I would like to partisipate as well

thankfully I already have like 10 pages of unorginized fluff to sort out

Thank you guys.

Fifty wrote:I would like to participate.

(Do the chapters have to be loyalists, or can they have turned renegade, partially or completely?)

Ummm, I'd rather they were not 'fully' or confirmed renegade, but what-ever really, I guess that bit is up to you! Good question.

I would like to participate.

I would take part, this seems to be a great competition and all! And Hits_the_spot is a good guy for giving the prizes! But your "Selection Process" ruins the entire thing.
So I'm not.

I'd like to be considered. Is there a prize?

I'm interested (provided I don't have to do any minis for this in the near term, I have a full plate already)!

I'm game for this.
Non designated Successor chapter, quite low on numbers and therefore vary quiet on the war front.

Whoop.

I'll certainly put my name in the hat for this one !

count me in boss !

As I, thou I'd like to submit an unorthodox chapter, called the Company of the Dead. I’d be happy to send you some material privately to determine if it meets your requirements. If not I’ll consider my standard format SM chapter.

More Volunteers, thank you guys!

Cor Angars wrote:I would take part, this seems to be a great competition and all! And Hits_the_spot is a good guy for giving the prizes! But your "Selection Process" ruins the entire thing.
So I'm not.

The 'selection process' is intended to allow both those experienced Dakka members and less experienced to take part, thereby reducing the chance of "MOAR PLASMA CANNONS!!11!!!" and that kind of thing. So far it appears to be quite fair IMHO. I may make it so two people are selected randomly.

By yes, hit's the spot is a very good guy for doing this.

Solar_lion wrote:As I, thou I'd like to submit an unorthodox chapter, called the Company of the Dead. I’d be happy to send you some material privately to determine if it meets your requirements. If not I’ll consider my standard format SM chapter.

So long as it meets the guidelines in the opening post it should be OK, if you want you can email it to me anyway, but it should be fine so long as the requirements in the opening post are met.

Thanks guys.

Do we need to post up our Chapter Info before or after the 7th?

That'd be after the seventh. I'll inform the 'candidates' when the time comes.

By all means flesh it out until then!

I'm in as well, but as I am away for the weekend my chapter are
'The Order of the Arch'

Ahh that's good!
I got worried that I had to franticaly finish writing!

I'd be stoaked to take part in this

I would like to participate

I'm in (Ultramarine successor chapter anyone?)

i'll try it, might be a while till i get my act together since i've just sold all my tyranids for SM's but i should be able to get my ideas coherent enough to get my chapter off the ground! this sounds fun

I'd like to participate, it might actually give me the motivation I need to finish writing some of the stuff on my to do list!

I'd love to be a part of this, it will help me finish my armies background

Well there goes my Emperiors MOAR PLASMA CANNONZ idea!

Ohhh count me in, I'm certainly interested.

I would like to participate. I love imagining up fluff, writing fluff and reading fluff. I'd be more than happy to write fluff for a fictional Raven Guard succesor, 'Storm Harriers' or 'Death Ravens' or 'Prophets of Redemption'...

If I can use this to continue my fluff for the Gallowsmen, sign me up.

Great! More participants! Happy Days!

I have decided that there will be 5 people 'chosen' as outlined in the opening post, as well as 3 more randomly chosen from a hat.

That OK with everyone?

Sure. Will you be including people into the draw who have just posted in the thread, or will you only be including those who have actively said something along the lines of "I would like to join"?

I intend for those who have actually said something along the lines of that they'd like to participate, rather than, for example, SaintHazard's post...

Now that you've said that, will you be allowing people to edit their posts?

Aww! Now that is a genuinely tricky question!

I'm thinking, I will if it originally showed interest. For example, Shadowbrand's suggested he wanted to take part and he also contacted me via PM. However Saint Hazard's didn't really imply he wanted to...

It's a tricky question, but I think so far the 5 people that have 'automatically' got in won't really change unless someone with a number of posts in the 1000's joins, so it wouldn't really affect anyone's chances. If you get me?

That's my thinking anyway, feel free to suggest other ideas!

Just to clarify, I don't actually want in.

My Marines' fluff is only half-baked so far, and because I'm getting rid of them I have no motivation to continue writing it.

Yeah, that's completely fine Hazard (I can't call you Saint! )

I didn't think you did but thank you for the clarification!

I know my chances are insanely slim but i'm assuming you counted my post as showing interest?

Just Dave wrote:Yeah, that's completely fine Hazard (I can't call you Saint! )

I didn't think you did but thank you for the clarification!

Why would you call me by my title? Hazard is what people call me.

But anyone here can attest to the fact that I am a saint.

Mattieau wrote:I know my chances are insanely slim but i'm assuming you counted my post as showing interest?

Yeah, I counted yours as saying the exact same thing as Slick, so yes. You have more chance thanks to the random selection however.

SaintHazard wrote:

Just Dave wrote:Yeah, that's completely fine Hazard (I can't call you Saint! )

I didn't think you did but thank you for the clarification!

Why would you call me by my title? Hazard is what people call me.

But anyone here can attest to the fact that I am a saint.

Just Dave wrote:Aww! Now that is a genuinely tricky question!

I'm thinking, I will if it originally showed interest. For example, Shadowbrand's suggested he wanted to take part and he also contacted me via PM. However Saint Hazard's didn't really imply he wanted to...

It's a tricky question, but I think so far the 5 people that have 'automatically' got in won't really change unless someone with a number of posts in the 1000's joins, so it wouldn't really affect anyone's chances. If you get me?

That's my thinking anyway, feel free to suggest other ideas!

It is fair enough - I just wanted to clarify.

Even if everyone above me wanted in (13 people), I would still have a score of about 250 ish, which is more than many of those in the top 13, though I've not calculated it for everyone.

SilverMK2 wrote:

Just Dave wrote:Aww! Now that is a genuinely tricky question!

I'm thinking, I will if it originally showed interest. For example, Shadowbrand's suggested he wanted to take part and he also contacted me via PM. However Saint Hazard's didn't really imply he wanted to...

It's a tricky question, but I think so far the 5 people that have 'automatically' got in won't really change unless someone with a number of posts in the 1000's joins, so it wouldn't really affect anyone's chances. If you get me?

That's my thinking anyway, feel free to suggest other ideas!

It is fair enough - I just wanted to clarify.

Even if everyone above me wanted in (13 people), I would still have a score of about 250 ish, which is more than many of those in the top 13, though I've not calculated it for everyone.

Yeah, I calculated it yesterday, we both know you're pretty much guaranteed entry!

Wait... so am I in?

So my chance score is actually 54.2?

Failure on my behalf!

Good luck to the lucky 13(?)!

We don't know yet. Quite possibly...

It's going to be done on a basis of 5 people will get in via a method of number of posts/gallery votes divided by position of entry (eg. 3rd to apply).
3 More will get in randomly.

This will be decided tomorrow at about 6.00. So we don't know yet...

I'll participate.

Fair enough. I think I worked it out right.
I'm not around till monday anyway though

I would enjoy participating in this. My Blood Angles successors would have a blast in this.

It is a good thing that there is a huge list of fluff that I have from many many games. I think my 7th companies fluff would do great since they have battled against the hated World Eaters.

Are we able to modify the Lexicanum style slightly to fit our chapter a little better?

So since I am not usually active for Work reasons I likely will not get in eh? Meh well I could get lucky. . .

Lysenis wrote:Are we able to modify the Lexicanum style slightly to fit our chapter a little better?

That'll depend to what extent. The whole idea of the guidelines is to make it fair and not take up too much space. But I'd be handling the data so I'll see for myself...

Is it taken off the number of posts at the end of tje deadline?

I hope not. Likely I will not even get a chance to consider being in this Kompetition but we shall see now wont we.

Pretty much, yes. I have a rough idea of most people's current post count so I'll be able to tell ridiculous changes, but I can't imagine anyone caring that much *shifty eyes*.

But yes, until probably about 6.00 tomorrow.

Is "chapter history" it's own paragraph, or did you mean that the 1-2 notable battles, organization etc. were the chapter history?

Good question.
I also wish for clairfication?

Regardless I will want to see if SS will create a Librarian for my chapter. I have seen some of his work and he is quite amazing in the level of detail.

Though this kompetition will make it so much cheaper (and awarding)

Lysenis wrote:Regardless I will want to see if SS will create a Librarian for my chapter. I have seen some of his work and he is quite amazing in the level of detail.

Though this kompetition will make it so much cheaper (and awarding)

I know, his level of skill is ridiculous. You never know, he may if you ask him very nicely (and win)! Personally, my favourite model of his is his Hector Rex:

ZoomDakkaDakka wrote:Is "chapter history" it's own paragraph, or did you mean that the 1-2 notable battles, organization etc. were the chapter history?

Apologies for the lack of clarification, I was going to go over it again with those that get through, but I love your enthusiasm.

What I meant was a paragraph for EACH of these sections:
- Chapter History
- 1st Notable Battle
- 2nd Notable Battle
- Organisation

and bullets (paragraphs aren't really needed) for the 2-3 notable characters. Kapeesh?

Hope that helps guys.

Play the jeopardy music!

Now the question on every users mind is who the finalists are!

(At least on my mind since it is likely not me. . . my score is too abysmal)

Well, everyone who posted interest has a chance of being chosen as part of the 3 random choices, even if their score is not enough to get into the "big 5" as it were

Though we don't have too long to wait I don't think... Just Dave suggested that he was going to pick the entrants at about 6, so we only have 10 minutes or so left (as it is 5.50 for those not on English time - the best time in the world ).

Of course, he would have to be online to do that, and he is free to appear and close the entry at any point he desires

This is true. Oh well regardless I am sending him a pm with my finished chapter when I am done being creative with it. so many battles with my World Eater friend has given me a few unique inspiration. . .

It is sad that I can not add in a picture of the Purity Seal that 3TStudios is making. . .

Where is the announcement?

Right, I'm now about to figure out the winners guys. Sorry about the wait, I have been busy and now need to get ready for clubbing...

Anyways, the participants will follow shortly!

Finally!

Oh joy let us see who gets to participate! Question are you posting them on the final page or on the first page?

With my abysmal score, and just as abysmal luck, I dont expect to be selected, although it would be awesome.

Out of curiousity, does the fact that I accrued over 3700 posts on warseer before I was unceremoniously banned from said forum count for anything?

Right, the winners/contestants are, in no particular order:

Jimsolo

Ediin

Wolf

SilverMK2

ZoomDakkaDakka

Not_U

Fifty

Bio-Merc91207

Apologies for all those that didn't get in, but better luck with the next competition if there is one. Thank you and sorry.

The opening post will be edited and the winners emailed tomorrow.

Cheers guys, Dave out.

When can we start?

Also, a few questions:
1) Is there a limit to how many times we can edit things/run them by you?

2) Is there a word/character limit at all in place?

3) Do we need to keep quiet as to which entry is ours?

Woo and Hoo!

Dam.

Well my luck was never good with contests.

One problem though; I'm the only one that does not come from an English-speaking country.
Well, all those hours in school better be useful.

That gives you an extra challenge. Think of it as a test of what you have learned.

I am still finishing my chapter and submitting it just because I think it is an incredible idea.

Ediin wrote:One problem though; I'm the only one that does not come from an English-speaking country.
Well, all those hours in school better be useful.

Don't worry, there are a few Americans in the list - they don't speak English either

SilverMK2 wrote:Don't worry, there are a few Americans in the list - they don't speak English either

I''l resist the temptation of commenting.

Lysenis wrote:That gives you an extra challenge. Think of it as a test of what you have learned.

Good Point.


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I'm still wondering if there are any rules to what should be in each post.

For example, first one: Facts(like lexicanum) and beliefs.

Second one: Battles.

Third: Organisation, combat doctrine and notable persons.

Or is it up to the author to decide?

Woot, got in. But I just need to know,
Would Heroes be like:
Notable Marines:
-Bob Bob, Captain of the 2nd Company
-Mario Mario Chief Librarian
?
Also, how come Shadowbrand didn't make it in? He was the first post and has a 3600 something post count!

Im guessing because it says in the rules "no SW successor chapters" and he specifically said he wanted to enter his SW successor chapter.

Well, it does say no CONFIRMED space wolves chapters.

I demand a recount! Florida, err... I mean Shadowbrand clearly did not get a fair deal!

If I could increase my post count by a significant amount, could I still get enough points to get in

Damn. I didn't make it. Ah well. I made the fluff and stuff anyway just in case. And who knows. If someone drops out maybe i can take their place

Ediin wrote:Automatically Appended Next Post:
I'm still wondering if there are any rules to what should be in each post.

For example, first one: Facts(like lexicanum) and beliefs.

Second one: Battles.

Third: Organisation, combat doctrine and notable persons.

Or is it up to the author to decide?

It should be outlined within the opening post, however I shall soon send a PM to all contestants briefing them on what will happen...

ZoomDakkaDakka wrote:Woot, got in. But I just need to know,
Would Heroes be like:
Notable Marines:
-Bob Bob, Captain of the 2nd Company
-Mario Mario Chief Librarian
?
Also, how come Shadowbrand didn't make it in? He was the first post and has a 3600 something post count!

Yep, that is exactly what I meant by notable characters, just bulletted like that rather than paragraphs and those kind of characters or (even dead) heroes. Eg. Captains, Librarians, ye' ol' chapter masters etc.
Although better names would be good!

And as for Shadowbrand, I spoke to him via PM and was also unsure of how to act, however he showed me his intended chapter and it was indeed confirmed Space Wolf successor (although it was actually a very good concept) and I did say to him that he can still enter with another chapter if he wishes but didn't get a reply...

ZoomDakkaDakka wrote:Well, it does say no CONFIRMED space wolves chapters.

See above, it was confirmed. And I am sorry for Shadowbrand, because he would have certainly got in and is a sound guy, but I never heard back...

Anyways, all the contestants shall soon be receiving an email of 'what to do' next, however, one of them thoroughly read the opening post and has already done it!

THE NAME AND COLOUR SCHEME OF THE CHAPTERS WILL NOW BE POSTED IN THE OPENING POST.
More Details Will Follow...

Hmmm... better actually start writing something now

My fluff is mostly done, although I'm having serious problems with the picture.

Anything we can help you with?

Nah, me and Dave are working our arses off right now, but I think the PM I just sent him should solve the problem.

Sorted. Thanks anyways Silver!


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Good Response from the contestants so far guys! Keep it up!

Okey dokey, question time !

Fr my Chapter symbol can I submit a clear drawing of it as I don't have any of the photo editing software on my pc ?

You can certainly try! Obviously the symbol is optional, but yes, you may as well try it...

Would letting someone else fix it up to look good be ok ?

Just exploring all my options I might not even have a chapter symbol !

So long as it's your concept and 'groundwork' then yes, that should be OK. Don't try too hard though, please.

I would like to participate!

Hindsight.
A blessing or a curse?


Hey, Dave...
take a bribe for a last minuete winner?

Heres my pic of my chapter, where should I post the Chapters info?!?


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Oh and my chapter name is The Blue Crosses

I am sad to tell you that they already picked the participants

Don't try too hard ? :( fine. haha I look forward to see what the other participants start to post up !

oH god WHAT HAVE I MISSED

if only i was online more

You say that when I am going on a detachment to the USS Carl Vinson. Shhhh

Wow, every chapter posted so far looks awesome. I can't wait to see the fluff that the others have written!

Same here, I just wish people would hurry up and PM their images and chapter names in so we can move on to the next stage and get some fluff on te go

camboyaz wrote:Heres my pic of my chapter, where should I post the Chapters info?!?


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Oh and my chapter name is The Blue Crosses

Yes, as has been said, I apologise but the contestants have already been confirmed. If there is another competition then better luck with that.

I'd still recommend checking out the work of SSminiatures however!

Disjointed Entity wrote:

Hey, Dave...
take a bribe for a last minute winner?

Yes. Very much so.

What you taking?
Ah-haaaaaa

Pounds and lots of them my man!

Actually, one of the contestants hasn't even moved so far so there may be a replacement in order... ?

Just Dave wrote:Pounds and lots of them my man!

I have a few pounds you can have. In fact about 2-3 stone that I would not mind you taking off me

haha! For a second there I thought you were going to mention punches/pounds... Phew.

Is it forbidden to ask other participants which chapter belongs to them?

I think they are supposed to remain secret so that no one can be influenced by anything other than the work being submitted.

At least, that is the impression I have.

Well, that seems logical to me.

I suppose PM'ing people about it is accepted then? We contestants need to stick together!

this would have been fun but once again I see it days to late.

Ediin wrote:Well, that seems logical to me.

I suppose PM'ing people about it is accepted then? We contestants need to stick together!

I could see that as turning into a "Psssst...Ediin, which one's your chapter? Hey! Hey! Hehehehe" fest.
Which is AWESOME.

ZoomDakkaDakka wrote:I could see that as turning into a "Psssst...Ediin, which one's your chapter? Hey! Hey! Hehehehe" fest.
Which is AWESOME.

Exactly. So..

PSSST..

Psst !

Still waiting to see some more chapters start to appear

I don't know how many chapters are waiting in Just Dave's inbox for when he gets online, but I hope it is all of them

Might even be more than all of them for those eager to just try and enter anyway

Typical that Iafter the finalists get chosen hundreds of ideas for fluff and painting come into my head!

Ahh well.

Any news on people submitting things yet?

I'm guessing a few people are waiting for dave to check his inbox.

Yep, sorry about the delay guys. I checked my inbox yesterday but had nothing the could be admitted there, then I had a social life to attend to!
I currently have 7 PM's though so shall get to them and then maybe the Stage 2's can be uploaded.


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Tomorrow, Stage 2's Will Be Going Up No Matter The Status On The Remaining Chapters

If anyone needs a message with details of Stage 2 (ie, I may have forgotten someone) then please just ask.

Hugs and Kisses, Dave.

(One of the remaining chapters if having trouble with the picture upload also, but hopefully it can soon be resolved)

These new uploads are looking very good

Can't wait to see what stage 2 rolls in.

Is it just me who can't see the Hive Rats image?

Hey Silver, tell me that's a sick joke right?

Well I have 4 new messages and may upload stage 2's now...

I can't see the Hive Rats image either.

Aww cack. (see what I did there? )

If anyone has an idea on how to sort that, it'd be spiffing, because all I've got is using the Mk.5 painter and 'finalise image'.

In other news however, one of the finalists is still yet to respond, I can't imagine it's tricky to guess who to be honest.

And, Hits_the_Spot's True Scale Space Marines continue and I'm very impressed.

I can't see the Rats one either. Maybe upload it to something like Photobucket then just link the image here?

Yeah, I think that has been tried as-well...

I will upload the Stage 2's later, when hopefully, the Hive Rats photo will have been sorted. Hopefully.

The problem seems to be that you are attempting to link directly to an email attachment:

https://mail.google.com/mail/?ui=2&ik=5c5f3aedc8&view=att&th=12a5dcac073f2815&attid=0.1&disp=inline&zw

Download the image, then host it on photobucket/imageshack/etc.

Yep, I thought it had worked as well, but obviously only I could see it. However, I'm not a user of photobucket or whatnot and I'm fairly bogged down with other things at the moment, so if anyone else can get the Hive Rats image sorted, that'd be great thank you.

Also, I now intend to post the stage 2's and will then send PM's with the stage 3 details.

I can host the image of the rats colours if you can get the user or you can forward me the photo i'll upload it to my photobucket and get a link for you ?

Much appreciated Wolf, I'm now on it.

Also, I've said this before but I soooo have the hots for Mr Bean.

Tomb Sentinels stage 2 is up, but not yet for viewing!

Haha so do I,

My mum thinks I look like him...which i'm happy with

anywho yeah pm me wheen you get the hive rats image forwarded

So you should be, although you basically just said you have the hots for yourself!

Hive Rats should be sorted now, if so you can thank Wolf!

So far, have done the stage 2's on the 1st 3 listed chapters...


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Stage 2/ Basic Chapter Details Have Been Uploaded

Still yet to receive details of the Hive Rats, or anything regarding the 8th Contestant.

If there are any mistakes, please contact me.

Otherwise, feel free to discuss, comment and for those of you who're taking part, check out the opposition!

Wow loving some of the stuff posted on here, looks like the competition is going to be a little rough haha

Seriously though well done to the others very creative.

I agree, I think the competition really will be tight and that there are some really good ideas there.

I'm really impressed with the quality of the Battle Cry's tbh.

Also, I won't be sending out the Stage 3 info 'til tomorrow as I'm knackered! But you'll have a rough idea of what to do...

Hugs, Dave.

Out of curiousity, seeing how there was so much interest expressed, would someone be able to rise up and take the 8th spot? Im sure the vast majority of the other folks who expressed interest could send you info post haste

i would love to be a part of this. i wish i had seen this sooner and could have joined in!

if you do another one im def in!!!

The entries are all good so far. I like the attention to detail here as well. Some of those chapter symbols are awesome!

Dangit, I was hoping they'd all be really bad...I guess I jinxed myself. Hoping for more info on some of these in particular though, they seem interesting!
Going back to that "is it forbidden to ask other contestants which chapter is there's"...is it?

Have to say I am quite surprised about the small scale of these chapters. Largest is 1000 and most are less than 500

I guess everyone went for a more realistic approach or something with the numbers.

Hornets look like they got a jump pack and weapons out of no where
May have had them before but I didn't notice until just now.

It pretty much all looks good so this comp will probably be close.

The Hornets looks like they just wrote "yes please" on the equipment requisition form

And I think that smaller numbers might mean "more specialised" and "more cool".

Since everyone went with smallish numbers, I assume there isn't any harm in talking about it.

I went with smaller numbers for two reasons. The first is that I wanted my army to fit into the background of the universe realistically. And, from a realistic standpoint, none of you have ever heard of them. Why? Because they aren't that numerous.

Reason two was that I wanted to deviate as little from canon as possible. By codex, a chapter has a maximum of one thousand, but can be smaller due to attrition. I for one am pleased by the smaller numbers, since it fits more neatly into the background of the game world.

I was both happy (and a little sad) to see that none of the entries were outright ridiculous ones. Happy, because the other contestants are taking this seriously. A little sad, because it means more legitimate competition!

Good luck to my fellow competitors! (Oh, and if you are yourself a contestant, I for one have no problems with you PM'ing me to ask about my chapter)

Slick wrote:Out of curiousity, seeing how there was so much interest expressed, would someone be able to rise up and take the 8th spot? Im sure the vast majority of the other folks who expressed interest could send you info post haste

I did consider it, but personally I'm not sure... It seems OK with Seven IMHO but I can't imagine an eighth would hurt. But then there's the problem of selecting the 8th and having them make up their chapter. I'm honestly not sure, but definitely leaning towards 'no'...

Jimsolo wrote:The entries are all good so far. I like the attention to detail here as well. Some of those chapter symbols are awesome!

I completely agree, I was massively impressed. The Hornets have a goodun' too, just need the size to be sorted. However I have removed the Dark Avenger's chapter symbol as it was a copy of the Eagle Warriors.

ZoomDakkaDakka wrote:Dangit, I was hoping they'd all be really bad...I guess I jinxed myself. Hoping for more info on some of these in particular though, they seem interesting!
Going back to that "is it forbidden to ask other contestants which chapter is there's"...is it?

Privately, no it's not.

SilverMK2 wrote:Have to say I am quite surprised about the small scale of these chapters. Largest is 1000 and most are less than 500

I was also similarly surprised, yet pleased! That's why I put a size restriction as I didn't want anyone being too 'ridiculous' and trying to make the best Chapter full of uber marines...

So yes, I'm quite pleased about that, and as Jim said, it makes sense and isn't ridiculous.

Good Work Though Ladies.

All the chapters look awesome, I'm really curious about the Stage 3 fluff the others will write.

Emails for the Final Part of the Chapter Creation have been sent. This time, I shall upload them as soon as I receive them and have the time!

Watch this space...

This section should be pretty interesting *awaits fluff*

First to complete their chapter information is Censio Biologis! Congratulations!

Uploading more as we speak...

Im so gutted i missed the boat on this.

Yep. Apologies Ghosty, be sure to vote when the poll goes up though!

You MAY get another chance should I choose to run another one later on. Although the next will probably be about Craftworlds.


Tomb Sentinels have just gone up which means I've covered the Chapter info sent yesterday. Now I'm taking a break! I intend to upload the others soon though.

Cheers, Dave.

I already HAVE the background created for my Craftworld! I hope I can enter that one too!

hahaha! Well that's relying on there being one, I may hand over the 'reigns' to someone else next time to be honest...

Next one would have to be Eldar

The hornets symbol is really sick, and the way he did the example of the SM is pretty cool.

Hot damn. There is some really awesome fluff being produced here, well done guys *whispers to self* damn the competition is getting harder

Some interesting work so far - I hope mine can compete!

Right, I'm back online and about to do some more uploading. I think it's the hornets that are next...

And Thank You Pennywise, it's good to have some non- participants voicing their opinion!

I like what I've read so far. I really like the Tomb Sentines in particular but all of the written fluff so far is ace.

I just realized that Hohenheim (the Grandmaster of the Forge of the Ingeus Ultionis) is the name of Edward Elric's father in Full Metal Alchemist.

Gathering Storm wrote:I like what I've read so far. I really like the Tomb Sentines in particular but all of the written fluff so far is ace.

Thank you for the comment matey, I intend to add the last now and open the poll tomorrow as planned!

And as for the fluff, you can thank ME for the grammar!



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Thanks guys and good work everyone, it's not over yet, but we're almost there!

Thanks, Dave.

Did anyone else notice that 'Erasmael' is an acronym for 'Mae laser'? Funny stuff.

And "Resaal" is "A Laser".

Hive Rats i like the most, the others have great ideas, but dont strike me as much as the Hive Rats.


wait should i not give me thoughts yet?

I'm stuck between the Hive Rats and the Tomb Sentinels, all of the fluff is excellent, but these chapters leap out at me more.

The waiting is killing me...

I guess you cant vote for your own chapter?

Tomb Sentinels and the Praetorians of Mars seem to be my favorites at the moment

Sageheart wrote:Hive Rats i like the most, the others have great ideas, but dont strike me as much as the Hive Rats.


wait should i not give me thoughts yet?

Yes, by all means provide your thoughts, particularly after the voting starts!

Ediin wrote:The waiting is killing me...

I guess you cant vote for your own chapter?

I expect you probably should vote for your own chapter as there's no way of making sure everybody votes for someone elses. I'd recommend voting for your favourite, even if it's not your own!

When the voting starts, I'll be very, very nervous.

Have to say that my fluff is not as good as I thought it would be

Haha yeah, you and me both mate.

I have now decided I'm not looking at this thread until the voting is over

I feel that way too

Wolf wrote:I have now decided I'm not looking at this thread until the voting is over

Good idea, but I fear that I cant stand the pressure for that long!

Well that's a shame as...

VOTING BEGINS NOW!

Please go to the opening post, read about the chapter's and vote for your favourite!
Also, please leave a comment.

THE POLL WILL LAST FOR 7 DAYS! GET VOTING AND SPREAD THE WORD!

Thanks,

Dave.

post a pic of the marine the winner gets on here!!!!

Y'sir!

Go on the SSminiatures website - I've got high hopes for the quality!

I like the Imperial Hornets nice look and great fluff.

Curious, but will the winner's prize be in true-scale?

I'm not sure actually. I doubt it, but you'd have to ask Hits_the_spot.
Don't get ahead of yourself Zoom!

Some interesting results so far

very interesting indeed anyway Away with me I shall not return until voting is over ! Good luck everyone !

like the colour of the Igneus Ultionis

No matter how this goes, I just wanted to tell my fellow contestants good luck. This was an interesting little venture.

I agree entirely Jimsolo, there's some great stuff here.

I just realised that my fluff sucks

Nah, it doesn't. How do I know? 'Cause ALL of them are good!
*Cue optimism*

Which one is it anyways, but ZOOMDAKKADAKKA is right.

That I can answer Pennywise, Zoom's chapter, without trying to give too much away, is the one that doesn't end with 's'.

Jimsolo wrote:No matter how this goes, I just wanted to tell my fellow contestants good luck. This was an interesting little venture.

Completely agree Jim, it was/is enjoyable and I've been really impressed with the quality produced.

Keep The Voting Going Guys, Spread The Word Like You Would A Cold.

I personally liked the Hornets. The creator had a great idea with the "mongrel" aspect.

I have to say ''well done'' to whoever created the Tomb Sentinels, They're actually in the lead!

And no, they're not my chapter.

But the thought of Necron fighters appeal to me, Although Necrons are so bad that fighting them requires almost no skillz

Why isnt it leting me vote


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Im starting to get pissed off that it wont let me vote and I have 'nt even voted yet

Wait what...

Just Dave wrote:That I can answer Pennywise, Zoom's chapter, without trying to give too much away, is the one that doesn't end with 's'.