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 Aboard Watch Fortress Erioch Briefing Room with Watch Captain Andar Scarion, Astral Claws Chapter “Greetings Brothers. I understand you have all completed your follow on training and this will be your first mission as a full Kill Team. Welcome to Watch Fortress Erioch and to the Deathwatch. I ask nothing of my Kill-Teams that I do not demand of myself first. Carry out the missions you are oathed to perfectly and accomplish them at any cost. Failure is not an option.” He says giving Raimburd a particular look before he continues his briefing. “As you are under my command you will be operating with the Canis Salient for the majority of your tour under me for the year and the first mission I have for you requires a bit of subtlety. You will be deployed to planet Pelegius. The planet is anathema to life, the atmosphere toxic and ground radioactive to the point that a man will die within days. But its resources are such that, when the situation with the Tau is brought to heel, the Administratum expects the resources to supply a tenth of the tithe for the Achilus Crusade.” “Recently the stalemate in the system has been broken and the Tau no longer have the ability to keep the fleet at bay. It is not all good news because an Ork fleet was what broke the Tau on their way to Pelagius. The Orks have made planetfall with a enough cybernetically enhanced greenskins that it threatens both our forces and the Tau. Your primary objective is to kill the Warboss “GITSMASHA” and the Big Mek “FLASH GORKA”. In addition I expect you to also eliminate the Ethereal in charge of forces in the area as well before extraction at bare minimum. Techmarine Dimitores will handle your wargear requests, relevant data regarding the world and expected enemies is on the provided data slate. Dismissed.” Mission Details Locate and Terminate Warboss GITSMASHA (Primary Objective: Skilled Difficulty) Current Location: Unknown Locate and Terminate Big Mek FLASH GORKA (Primary Objective: Skilled Difficulty) Current Location: Unknown Infiltrate the Azkharreon Flats, Identify and Terminate the Tau Command (Primary Objective: Veteran Difficulty) Authorized Requisition Value: 80 per Battle Brother Authorized Kill-Team Transport: Razorback APC or Land Speeder Storm Your Watch Captain isn’t much for talking, he clearly expects you to take your marching orders and get the gently caress out of his way. Your kill team isn’t due to depart for the next day on the first available strike cruiser so you have time to socialize. Watch Fortress Erioch is a big place and a look at Rites of Battle pg. 228 will tell you a lot more about this place. Feel free to explore the Watch Fortress to do more research prior to your mission, make contacts around the Watch Fortress, learn more about your Watch Captain, interrogate some Tau or Ork prisoners on the watch fortress, whatever really. When you are ready to depart, post something with what requisitions you get and expect to be deployed to this planet for the duration of your incredibly long mission. Since you have quite a bit of cleaning up to do.  
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 Raimbaud the Champion, Initiate of the Black Templars, former Pro Tempore Castellan of Chapter Fortress on Scolla 808 Raimbaud spent most of his time since arriving on Erioch in solitary meditation and prayer. He knew that his secondment to the Deathwatch was going to test his faith more than anything else ever had. Remmy was not foolish, he knew he had only one purpose here in the Deathwatch, and that was to use his deployment to find the Necrons that assaulted his world and to avenge the death of his Battle Brothers. Only then would he be allowed to return to his chapter. If he were to fail, his only absolution would be death or to abandon his chapter and become what the Deathwatch call a "Black Shield." Really only one of those two is an acceptable option. Once Remmy received the message from the Watch serfs that the briefing was to begin, Remmy finished his Hail Sororitas and made his way to the briefing room in nothing but his simple robe. He grabs the briefing dataslate and spends more time reading it than he does focusing on the words of their Watch Captain; Remmy misses the look the Watch Captain gives him. When the briefing finishes, Remmy looks up to his fellow marines. "Well this should be an interesting mission. The Orks are always a good fight. Their focus is on the waging of war, and some of the purest combat I have had has been against Orks." Remmy furrows his brow, "The Tau should be another challenge entirely. Their race is cunning, and they do not fight in face to face combat. Perhaps we will have to bring it to them." After the briefing Remmy spends his time gathering up his supplies and praying in preparation of the mission. Requisitions are as follows: Astartes flamer-10 Astartes Chainsword-5 Red dot laser for bolter-10 kraken roundx2-30 metal storm rounds x1 15 Demo chargesx1-10 dragonfire shellsx1 -FREE pre:Name: Raimbaud the Champion (Remmy) Chapter: Black Templars Speciality: Tactical marine Demeanours: Hot-blooded, Zealous Past: Established a Keep (did not go as planned) Characteristics: WS: 50 =30+15+5(chapter) BS: 45=30+15 S: 41=30+11 T: 41=30+11 Agi: 42=30+12 Int: 40=30+10 Per: 38=30+8 WP: 52=30+17+5(chapter) Fel: 48=30+18 Wounds: 22 FP: 3 Insanity: 0 Corruption: 0 Skills: Awareness Ciphers (Chapter Runes) Climb Common Lore (Adeptus Astartes, deathwatch, Imperium, War) Command Concealment Drive (Ground Vehicles) Dodge Intimidate Forbidden lore (xenos) Literacy Navigation (Surface) Scholastic Lore (Codex Astartes) Silent Move Speak Language (High Gothic, Low Gothic) Tactics (Orbital Assault) Tracking Talents: Ambidextrous Astartes Weapons Training Bulging Biceps Deathwatch Training Heightened Senses (Hearing, Sight) Killing Strike Nerves of Steel Quick Draw Resistance (Psychic Powers) True Grit Unarmed Master Double team hatred (necrons) Rapid reload Abilities: Righteous Zeal Solo Mode (pg 217) Bolter mastery (+10 BS, +2 dam with bolters) Traits/Other: Unnatural Strength (2) Unnatural Toughness (2) Gear: Astartes Power Armour --Mk 8 -History: Blood of a battle brother- +1 Cohesion. Bolt pistol 3 frags 3 kraks combat knife repair cement Bolter with fire selector -1 clip of specialist ammo 25 req or less per mission Tabbard: Ornamental: +2 fellowship tests. XP Spent 900/1000 Double Team 200 Rapid reload 200 hatred (necrons) 500 starting fate: 1d10 1 stats: 9#2d10 11 12 15 10 8 18 11 17 15 Werix fucked around with this message at 01:53 on Aug 4, 2016 |
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Scipio Stonehands With a Librarian's discipline, Scipio stood at stiff attention throughout the briefing. Clearly, this was not a commander who believed in strength of camaraderie. He only allowed himself the relative relaxation of a parade rest once the scarred captain stomped from the briefing room, and studied the tactical readout in more detail. "What do you think, brothers? The Orks, I suspect, will be little threat once we overcome their leaders' retinues. Cut off the head, and the body kills itself trying to grow a new one. The Tau are another matter. They are an army, not a horde; but that is also their weakness. We should review likely targets of opportunity, so that we can disrupt their command structure and supply lines. We are here to support the Guard's efforts, after all." "Regardless, our enemies lack our superior physiology. We should bring haywire weapons to negate whatever environmental protections they are employing. We may also consider specialized ammunition for en mass combat situations, considering the presence of Orks." --- After conferring with the rest of the kill-team and drawing his equipment, Scipio retreats to one of his more favored locations in which to meditate. While he would normally walk the great ossuaries, today he feels the need to contemplate the ever shifting lethality of the station's outer wards. Who but one of the Emperor's Praetorians could appreciate such a defense? It encapsulates the role of the Librarian, assaulting not only the bodies, but the minds of the xeno, while leaving the righteous untouched. Requisitions out of 80: Psy Focus 15 EMP Grenade 30 Metal Storm Rounds X1 15 Force sword to exceptional 13 and a stummer I guess? 5 2 for whoever pre:Name: Scipio "Stonehands" Chapter: Imperial Fists Specialty: Librarian Demeanor: Gregarious, Sons of Dorn Past: Cities of Death characteristics reroll less 90: 9#2d10 15 13 10 4 9 18 14 3 9 lowest stat (3) reroll: 2d10 18 Wounds: 1d5 4 fate: 1d10 8 Characteristics Total = Base +Rolled +Chapter&advances WS: 48 = 30 + 18 + BS: 34 = 30 + 04 + S: 44 = 30 + 14 + [+20 in armor] T: 40 = 30 + 10 + AG: 45 = 30 + 15 + INT: 39 = 30 + 09 + PER: 39 = 30 + 09 + WP: 63 = 30 + 18 + 15 [+10 vs fear] FEL: 43 = 30 + 13 + AP 8/11, head hits are body hits on d10 of 8/9/10 Insanity: 0 Corruption: 10 (warp taint armor) Wounds: 22/22 Fate: 4/4 Initiative: 1d10+4 Renown: 20 (Respected) Skills: Awareness Ciphers (Chapter Runes) Climb Dodge Common Lore (Deathwatch, Adeptus Astartes, Imperium, War) Concealment Drive (Ground Vehicles) Forbidden Lore (Xenos) Intimidate Invocation Literacy Navigation (Surface) Psyniscience Scholastic Lore (Codex Astartes) Silent Move Speak Language (High Gothic, Low Gothic) Tactics (Defensive Doctrine) Tracking Talents: Ambidextrous Astartes Weapons Training Bulging Biceps Deathwatch Training Heightened Senses (Hearing, Sight) Killing Strike Nerves of Steel Quick Draw Resistance (Psychic Powers) Right of Sanctioning (Hoarfrost) True Grit Unarmed Master Abilities: Solo: Siege Master: Targets only get half AP from cover, reroll to hits against target in cover at rank 5. Attack: Tactical Bolter Drill: Costs 2, Free Action, everyone gets the Bolter Drill talent, and +10 BS at rank 3. Defense: Hold At All Costs: Costs 3, Sustained, everyone is immune to fear as long as they are in the designated 10m circle. (And all the Codex stuff) Traits/Etc.: Space Marine Implants (No acid spit, No suspended animation) Unnatural Strength (X2) Unnatural Toughness (X2) Psyker 3 Gear: Astartes power armour: Mk 8, Warp Taint Astartes bolt pistol 3 Astartes frag grenades 3 Astartes krak grenades Astartes combat knife repair cement Chapter trapping (Ossific Relic: The last remaining fragment of the antlers of Ang'Krazz'Therokk, cut from his body along with his blasphemous skull in the defense of Calarin Minor; +3 WS against Daemons) Astartes bolter with fire selector Astartes Force Sword Powers: Smite Iron Arm Inspire Advancements (1000/1000): Rite of Sanctioning (Hoarfrost) 400 Invocation 400 Simple WP 200 wiegieman fucked around with this message at 00:00 on Aug 7, 2016 |
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 Pyriel Tsavo During the briefing, Pyriel glances between the members of his kill-team, taking in the brothers he'd be fighting alongside from now on. The Fists had an fairly good reputation so far as he was concerned, and he wasn't familiar enough with Dark Angels successors to make a judgement on the Guardians, but the two Iron Hands and the Black Templar gave him some pause. Both chapters had exemplary combat records, of course, but he'd heard disquieting stories about the value they placed on human lives, especially the Iron Hands. Still, like it or not, he was going to be fighting alongside them for the duration of his service. Hopefully he could serve as something of a moderating influence. He glances down at his dataslate and nods slowly at the Librarian. "Yes, the Orks are likely to be a better first target. That being said, I would like to see the situation on the ground before we make a final decision. If the Orks have the Tau at bay on the ground, it might be easier to terminate the Ethereal first. After all, if we decapitate the horde, the Tau might be able to bolster their leader's defenses once the Orks are no longer putting pressure on their lines." ---- Later, after picking up his desired equipment and spending a few hours in a sparring cage to get used to the new power sword, Pyriel heads back towards the armoury. There wasn't any time today, but in the future, he planned to work on his own equipment. To that end, he wanted to find free workshop space. While he was there, he decided to look for some way to learn the history of the armor he'd been assigned. It had been given to him without ceremony or explanation of its history. He knew that the Deathwatch was a busy place that had better things to do than brief an Astartes on the history of a suit of armour, but he couldn't shake the feeling that there hadn't been any kind of fanfare because something was wrong with it. He couldn't put the bad feeling it gave him into words. It just felt like the suit itself was tense, like a drawn breath in the instant before a firefight. Like the suit was waiting for something. If he could find someone who knew its history or a way to look up that history, maybe he could finally shake off these illogical thoughts. Requisitions 80/80 Salamanders' Mantle-20 Power Sword-20 Astartes Plasma Gun w/ RDLS-30 Teleport Homer-10 pre:Name: Pyriel Tsavo Chapter: Salamanders Speciality: Assault Marine Demeanours: The Promethean Cult, Pious Past: The Cleansing of Ymgarl Characteristics: WS: 48 (13 +5 Advance) BS: 41 (11) S: 41 (11) T: 45 (10 +5 Chapter) Agi: 49 (14 +5 Advance) Int: 44 (9 +5 Chapter) Per: 44 (9 +5 Advance) WP: 41 (11) Fel: 45 (15) Wounds: 22 FP: 3 Insanity: 0 Corruption: 10 Renown: 20 (Respected) Skills: Awareness Ciphers (Chapter Runes) Climb Common Lore (Adeptus Astartes, Imperium, War) Concealment Drive (Ground Vehicles) Dodge Intimidate Literacy Navigation (Surface) Pilot (Personal) Scholastic Lore (Codex Astartes) Silent Move Speak Language (High Gothic, Low Gothic) Tactics (Assault Doctrine) Tracking Talents: Ambidextrous Astartes Weapons Training Bulging Biceps Catfall Deathwatch Training Double Team Heightened Senses (Hearing, Sight) Killing Strike Nerves of Steel Quick Draw Resistance (Heat, Psychic Powers) Swift Attack True Grit Unarmed Master Abilities: Fire-Born (Solo Mode) Into the Fires of Battle (Attack) Unto the Anvil of War (Defense) Wrathful Descent (Squad) Traits/Other: Unnatural Strength (2) Unnatural Toughness (2) Gear: Astartes Power Armour --Mk7 Aquila -Warp Taint Astartes Chainsword Astartes Bolt Pistol 3 Astartes Frag Grenades 3 Astartes Krak Grenades Astartes Combat Knife Astartes Jump Pack Repair Cement Vigil Brazier -Salamanders' Mantle -Astartes Power Sword -Astartes Plasma Gun w/RDLS -Teleport Homer XP Spent 1000/1000 Agi +5-200 WS +5-200 Per +5-200 Catfall-200 Double Team-200 Dachshundofdoom fucked around with this message at 03:29 on Aug 22, 2016 |
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  Brother Ariel of the Guardians of the Covenant What a charming man, that Watch Captain is. Ariel had heard that that the Astral Claws have been developing a bad reputation in recent years, and At least he didn't mince words. A sun-blasted, toxic ball of poo poo rife with a burgeoning mining colony. Orks. These new upstart Tau aliens. Kill em all. That's it. Simple. Ariel's new comrades seem to be dependable and focused. The Black Templar is apparently here as penance for not dying. For a chapter that prides itself on its dedication to constant offense, outliving your brothers should just be a new chance to avenge them a hundredfold. Maybe sons of Dorn are just like this. And that's the one big problem. The Imperial Fist librarian. Nothing's wrong with him that is, but the Templar might compromise the mission by attacking him at some point. The only hope for smoothing that out is if they find common ground in their shared Primarch. "I propose we deal with the Orks first. While it would most fortuitous for our xenos foes to clash and destroy one another, I worry that Gitsmasha plans to devote his boys to attacking the Imperial dome-habs first. It would actually some degree of sense. They destroy our relatively defenseless settlements to and loot valuable Imperial materiel like weaponry and mining equipment to better arm themselves for the fight against the Tau invasion force. Should the orks win, then they've only come out a much tougher and more emboldened horde. "When the Ork command structure has been beheaded, as Brother Scipio put it, we can leave them to squabble and plan our move agains't the Tau. I've yet to have the pleasure of seeing and killing any Tau in person, but as their primary asset is superior long range power, we'll need to find a way to get in close. If we can infiltrate or rapidly insert ourselves in their bases, behind their big guns, then we can splatter their frail blue asses all over their clean-lined, disturbingly unembellished buildings and vehicles. "I'd say the Razorback is the obvious vehicle choice considering the shielded cabin environment, but if any of you think we should use the Land Speeder, please feel free to speak your mind." "Oh. And, I'm driving, by the way. That's non-negotiable. I am a Lion-damned virtuoso with just about any wheel or tread based vehicle. But, anyway. I look forward to working with you all. " (Ariel goes and checks in with some other Unforgiven. Just some greetings, and pleasantries and some subtextual implications of looking out for each other if any problems pop up. He then tried to visit the Catacombs, and perhaps read from the Record of Oblivion, a book from a previous Guardian of the Covenant brother who served here some time ago, but a Keeper refused to let him in alone, citing potential dangers. Fair enough, he figured, he'd hate to die in a library before his first mission. Maybe after this mission, he might try to get some similarly scholarly brothers to go down into the catacombs together to peruse the volumes safely. Like a book club of sorts. Instead, he took a quick trip through the Ossuaries to the Bestiarum, observing a variety of the bizarre and hideous xenoforms found in the Eastern Fringe. He payed special attention to the Tau. This might be his only opportunity to see them outside of a hostile encounter, and it's important to see how an alien behaves even when it is out of danger. ) Requisition (WIP, subject to change): 70/80 7: Make bolter Exceptional 10: Red-dot for Bolter 20: Meltagun 5: Chainsword 5: Cartograph 5: Camo Tarp 3: Magnoculars 15: Kraken Rounds Free: Codex Astartes 10: Stun grenades pre:Name: Ariel Chapter: Guardians of the Covenant Speciality: Tactical Marine rank: 1 Demeanours: Sons of the Lion, Gregarious Past: Served in the Ravenwing Characteristics: WS: 39 (30+9) BS: 51/*61 (30+16)(+5 chapter)(*+10 bolter mastery) S: 40/60* (30+19)(*+20 armor) T: 41 (30+15) Agi: 45 (30+11) Int: 46 (30+11)(+5 chapter) Per: 37/42* (30+7)(*+5 helmet) WP: 42 (30+9)(+3 deed) Fel: 48 (30+13)(+5 advance) 16, 15, 13, 11, 11, 10, 9, 9, 7, dropped 5 Wounds: 22 FP: 4/4 Insanity: 6 Corruption: 0 Renown: 20 (Respected) Skills: Deceive Awareness Ciphers (Chapter Runes) Climb Dodge Common Lore (Adeptus Astartes, Imperium, War, Deathwatch) Scholastic Lore (Codex Astartes) Forbidden Lore (Xenos, Adeptus Astartes) Concealment Drive (Ground Vehicles) Intimidate Literacy Navigation (Surface) Silent Move Speak Language (High Gothic, Low Gothic) Tactics (Recon and Stealth) Tracking Command Talents: Ambidextrous Astartes Weapons Training Bulging Biceps Heightened Senses (Hearing, Sight) Killing Strike Nerves of Steel Quick Draw Resistance (Psychic Powers) True Grit Unarmed Master Infused Knowledge Deathwatch Training Paranoia Double Team Rival (Inquisition) Talented (Drive [Ground Vehichles]) Abilities: Solo Mode: Stoic Defense Bolter Mastery The Tactical Marine gains a +10 bonus to all Ballistic Skill Tests and +2 to Damage when firing a Bolt weapon. 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 Cadwgan listened intently to the briefing before turning his attention to his new squadmates. This thought of working with other chapters was not daunting to him, this was not his first time after all with the Iron Hands only being one of nine chapters that had the honour of being part of the Damocles Crusade. Back then he had served along side the Black Templars and one of the Imperial Fists successors, but the Salamanders and Guardians of the Covenant were a new experience, and with the latter being from the far edge of the Imperium, he knew little beyond that they were a Dark Angels successor. In the end it mattered little, no chapter would second a battle brother that would embarrass them to the Deathwatch, so he was sure they would do fine. He was glad to be continuing to serve alongside Torias however; Other chapters just did not understand the need for bionics and it was nice that he would not have to deal with any distain other Apothecaries might harbour. "I suggest we see if there is any more current intelligence on the disposition of the ground forces before we choose the first target. The Captain's briefing had little practical information. If the Orks have truly charged headlong at the hab domes, they are obviously a priority as it would not do to allow the resources Achilus needs to be destroyed. If they broke through the space blockade and immediately engaged the Tau on the ground I feel they are less of a concern. The Tau are a damnably intelligent lot, they are more likely to notice the Ork warboss being assassinated than the reverse, and once that happens they are likely to increase security around their Ethereal. Given the flexibility to do so I feel there is merit in striking the Tau before they know we are there. That said I second the notion of the Razorback. Unless we are intending on going in in scout armor the Land Speeder would be a bit cozy for the six of us." After the briefing I'll head to the Tower of Brass (I'm assuming that's the most appropriate place anyway) to seek out anyone with any intelligence on the deployment of the Tau and Orks on the surface, as well as anyone that can give any more current information on the Tau vehicles/battlesuits so that I might prepare for the mission properly. I'll also head to the apothecarium to get the installation of a bionic respiratory system installed- given the toxic environment and the fact that Cadwgan is still convinced he can hear a rattle in his chest after his recent injuries, now seems as good a time as any to get those pesky lungs replaced. Requisitions (Final): 10 Bionic Respiratory System 10 Recoil Baffling for the heavy bolter 20 Metal Storm clip for heavy bolter 05 Chainsword 15 Nova Grenades 03 Magnoculars 05 Pict Recorder 03 Astartes Grapnel 04 Astartes Harness 05 Cluster Mines 00 Extra ammo for heavy bolter 00 3 extra krak grenades 00 Extra repair cement pre:Name: Cadwgan Chapter: Iron Hands Speciality: Devastator Marine Rank: 1 Demeanours: Stoic, Iron and Hate Past: Tank Gunner Characteristics: WS: 43 = 30 + 13 BS: 55 = 30 + 15 + 5 (Chapter) + 5 (Armour) S: 58 = 30 + 08 + 20 (Armour) T: 60 = 30 + 20 + 5 (Chapter) + 5 (Advance) Agi: 41 = 30 + 11 Int: 42 = 30 + 12 Per: 38 = 30 + 08 WP: 41 = 30 + 11 Fel: 35 = 30 + 05 Wounds: 20 FP: 3/3 Insanity: 0 Corruption: 0 Renown: 0 Movement: 5/10/15/30 Skills: Awareness Ciphers (Chapter Runes) Climb Common Lore (Adeptus Astartes, Imperium, Deathwatch, War) Concealment Dodge Drive (Ground Vehicle) Forbidden Lore (Xenos) Intimidate Literacy Navigation (Surface) Scholastic Lore (Codex Astartes) Silent Move Speak Language (High Gothic, Low Gothic) Tactics (Armoured Tactics) Talents: Astartes Weapons Training Ambidextrous Bulging Biceps Killing Strike Unarmed Warrior True Grit Quick Draw Nerves of Steel Unarmed Master Heightened Sense (Sound, Sight) Resistance (Psychic) Mighty Shot Deathwatch Training Traits: Space Marine Implants Unnatural Strength x 2 Unnatural Toughness x 2 Abilities: Immovable Warrior Suffer No Weakness (Solo) Ruthless Advance (Attack) Strength of Iron (Defensive) Armour: Mk7 "Aquila" Pattern Power Armour (Arms 8, Body 10, Head 8, Legs 8) History: None shall escape the Emperor's Wrath Weapons: Astartes Bolt Pistol (30m; S/2/-; 1d10+11 X; Pen 4; Clip 14; Reload Full; Tearing) Astartes Heavy Bolter (150m; -/-/6; 1d10+14 X; Pen 5; Clip 60; Reload Full; Tearing) Frag Grenade (24m; S/-/-; 2d10+2 X; Pen 0; Clip ; Reload ; Blast (5)) Astartes Krak Grenade (24m; S/-/-; 3d10+6 X; Pen 6; Clip ; Reload) Astartes Combat Knife (1d10+10 R; Pen 2) Gear: Repair Cement Cybernetics: Exceptional craftsmanship bionic hand (left) Azhais fucked around with this message at 23:46 on Aug 21, 2016 |
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Brother Torias He listened to the briefing with the usual intensity that he approached his studies. While he relished the prospect of dissecting the all-flesh Tyranids, both the Orks and the Tau presented... 'unique' opportunities for research. Orks had unusual qualities all their own, and the Tau - despite their reliance on technology and steel - seemed resistant to the idea of perfectly integrating with it like brothers from his chapter were so keen on doing. Not that he didn't feel the same enthusiasm - he was starting to become more machine than man, and the Black Blood that coursed through him separated him even further from the rest of his Space Marine brethren. However the most peculiar aspect of the Tau had to do with their attachment and obedience to a so-called 'Ethereal' caste. What effect caused this obedience is suggested to be biological in nature, but few in the Imperium knew for certain. "While I appreciate the speed of the Land Speeder, I see that few of you possess the same advantages that I do that would make a trek through Pelegius' atmosphere harmless. The Razorback should be sufficient to safeguard you against the hostile climate." He looked at the rest of his team. He had heard much of the Fists and of their successors, the Black Templars, and regarded both respectfully - these were chapters that appreciated the value of fighting to the last man. The Dark Angel he afforded cool respect - he had no prior opinion, and preferred to let his future actions speak to his valor. However the Salamander - this was one to watch out for. Torias laughed to himself when he heard that he was an Assault Marine, though - at least Torias would probably see him turn around to run away when he abandoned the battle even though fighting on would lead them to victory. Still, should he fall Brother Torias would absolutely risk life and limb to save his gene-seed - his responsibilities as Apothecary went beyond his prejudices. Finally, the other Iron Hand. He couldn't believe that this other Brother was not only from Clan Raukaan like him, but he also participated in Contqual. It was a terrible shame what happened to him, as he was not able to drink the glory of its battle or enact its cruel aftermath, but he was still there. This counted for a lot, and he knew he would regard this brother with as much warmth as a Son of Medusa could muster. Speaking up about the mission, Brother Torias added "I think conditions on the ground should dictate who we attack first - Ork or Tau - but I'm more favorably inclined to take out the Ork's Big Mek first and then fade away to surprise the Tau with our second strike. This will remove the Orks' ability to make much war, as they will be unable to replenish any losses inflicted upon their vehicles - or to appropriate those of others. The Orks will undoubtedly turn their attention towards this attack, which may free us to slip away and strike at the Tau. Finally, while both weakened forces waste themselves on the other, we can finally attack the Warboss. This may leave the Warboss a slightly tougher barricade to breach, but the common troops of both factions may fall to our blades much easier." With that, he turned to Brother Cadgwan. "You say you need additional cybernetics for this mission?" He cracked a smile. "There's no need to leave it to the other Apothecaries here on the Watch Fortress. It would be my honor to bring you closer to the Primarch." Brother Torias then wheeled around to the rest of the team. "And let that serve as a reminder too - should any of you be grievously injured during our mission, I will be more than happy to both heal you and to improve upon your basic design." While perusing the arsenal, he thought of what he might need. Despite his potential in melee combat, his time in the Chapter left him slightly better at ranged combat. Seeing as how they were encountering both Tau and Orks, he would need a load-out that would enable him to fight both effectively. In the case of the Tau, their battlesuits and vehicles are prey for the awesome power of a Lascannon - that weapon would allow them to project firepower well beyond the distance of even the Tau's vaunted Pulse Rifles. For Orks, an Astartes Assault Shotgun with its fully-automatic scattering spray of buckshot would end their ambitions up close, where he could follow-up with his Power Axe. That weapon, should he need to get in close with any opponent, would bring a swift end to the combat. And finally, in terms of more mundane gear, he acquired some restraints. He heard faint voices in the hallway wistfully muttering "If only we could capture an Ethereal" and he thought that such a being would make for an excellent study into the potential weaknesses of said alien race... Requisitions Lascannon: 30 Power Axe: 20 Diagnoster Helmet: 15 Astartes Assault Shotgun: 7 Restraints: 10 (borrowing two from our Librarian) pre:Name: Brother Torias Chapter: Iron Hands Speciality: Apothecary Demeanours: Studious, Iron and Hate Past: Fall of Shardenus Characteristics: WS: 44=30+14 BS: 47=30+12+5 (Chapter) S: 43=30+13 T: 51=30+16+5 (Chapter) Agi: 50=30+10+10 (Power Armor Mk. VI) Int: 49=30+19 Per: 38=30+8 WP: 37=30+7 Fel: 36=30+6 Wounds: 22 FP: 3 Insanity: 0 Corruption: 0 Skills: Awareness Ciphers (Chapter Runes) Climb Common Lore (Adeptus Astartes, Deathwatch, Imperium, War) Concealment Drive (Ground Vehicles) Dodge Intimidate Forbidden lore (Xenos) Literacy Medicae Navigation (Surface) Scholastic Lore (Codex Astartes) Silent Move Speak Language (High Gothic, Low Gothic) Tactics (Choose One) Tracking Talents: Ambidextrous Autosanguine Astartes Weapons Training Bulging Biceps Deathwatch Training Heightened Senses (Hearing, Sight) Killing Strike Nerves of Steel Quick Draw Resistance (Psychic Powers) True Grit Unarmed Master The Flesh is Weak (1) Abilities: Traits/Other: Machine (1) Mechanicus Implants (for Talents only) Unnatural Strength (x2) Unnatural Toughness (x2) Special Ability (Apoth): Create Toxins Gear: BC Bionic Hand (+10 to tests involving fine motor skills - and what do you know, he uses his narthecium with that hand!) Astartes Power Armour --Mk VI LuiCypher fucked around with this message at 20:14 on Aug 12, 2016 |
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Aug 8, 2016 05:25
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Finalize your requisitions, I'm dropping you guys onto the planet tommorow. It looks like you guys will be taking a Razorback, I assume with the Twin Linked Lascannon up top?
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Aug 18, 2016 22:13
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One Warp Jump Later Aboard Deathwatch Thunderhawk “Spirit of Ollanius Pius” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PT1afUWV8N8 ”Entering the atmosphere of Pelegius. External Vox blackout in 5,4,3,2,1, mark.” On cue, the thunderhawk begins to shake, rattle, but thankfully not roll as it began its descent from the heavens. Normal reentry procedures apparently involved orbiting a world a few times and gradually entering but no Astartes would have ever known such a pleasure. Heresy grows from idleness and your Thunderhawk descent is meteoric, straight down, minimum exposure to any orbital defenses. 10 minutes and you guys are in the atmosphere, back in vox communication with the Strike Cruiser with orbital scans and rudimentary maps being transmitted to each of your suits. ”Captain Melchior is currently liaising with the local Imperial Guard Commander as well as the ranking Magos on planet. It will be some time before we are able to update your Kill-Team with local intel as both the Guard and Cult Mechanicus are surprised and suspicious of the sudden appearance of the Deathwatch in their skies. The main ork concentrations on this world are centered around the Tirmorodan Mountains, or what's left of the landmass. It appears the Warboss ordered them to make planetfall with their ships and most of the mountains have been annihilated.” Indeed orbital picts show Ork camps built up around what's left of the mountain range with the remains of their former fleet. Ork salvage teams and mining gangs are working happily in the extreme heat and toxic environment, building new ships on the sheared mountaintops while a significant force is advancing towards the Imperial Lines itching for a fight. Massive artillery emplacements, using salvaged kannonz from the ships are in the process of being erected and are pointed at all directions. "Fighting has broken out all over that region as Guard and Tau outposts are under assault by the orks. There also appears to be a vehicular formations massing." As the Thunderhawk pilot is giving his expert assessment of the situation as he sees it on the map, his vox transmission starts being corrupted and then being “jammed”. Jammed in the sense of being broadcast over by a crude but extremely powerful ork Vox. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=19JRYTkg5fQ It takes a couple of minutes for the Thunderhawks machine spirit to squelch out the bullshit and then the vox is clear. ”Damnable xenos. Indicate on the tacmap where you want to be deployed so I can get the throne out of here. The longer we stick around, the more likely we are to start taking starship grade cannon fire whenever some greenskin notices that the space rock stopped falling.” Roll Tactics/Codex Astartes/Someshit or ask questions before the drop. These are the 3 planetary landmarks you know of at a glance from your mission materials Outpost Aleph The oldest and largest of the Imperial settlements on Pelegius, Outpost Aleph is a colossal latticework of shielded, self-contained hab-domes connected by environment-sealed tunnels that span an area more than eight kilometres across. Equipped with powerful vox and augury systems to pierce the interference caused by Pelegius’ background radiation, Aleph serves as the central command centre for all Imperial scientifc and military operations across the planet, and its outermost domes are heavily fortifed to serve as bunkers and barracks for the Imperial Guard and Skitarii garrisons. Tirmorodan Mountains A ring-shaped (former) mountain range enclosing a dune sea some eleven hundred kilometres across, the Tirmorodan region has been the site of more clashes between Imperial and Tau forces than almost any other region on the planet, with neither side able to gain a foothold in the dune sea for more than a matter of weeks. The Tirmorodan Mountains themselves have been identifed as a particularly abundant source of metals valuable for the production of starship armour, while the territory within the ring is believed to be home to one of the largest archaeological sites on Pelegius, though neither side has been able to accurately confrm this due to the almost ceaseless hostilities. The passes leading through the mountain range are heavily guarded and key positions have been extensively fortifed, serving as strongpoints from which both Tau and Imperial forces can launch raids and expeditions into the dune sea. This region is currently infested by the Cybork Pirates and fighting has broken out between all three factions as Tau and Imperial forces are now fighting for their lives. The Orks appear to be building massive artillery batteries with salvaged weapons from their own crashlanded ships, as well as rebuilding said ships on the sheared tops of the mountain range. Azkharraeon Flats Believed to be the location of the primary Tau compound, the Azkharraeon Flats are stable, rocky wastelands in contrast to the shifting sands that cover most of Pelegius, and they are found few hundred kilometres north of the equator. Imperial expeditions have thus far avoided the equatorial regions of Pelegius, mainly due to the extremely high temperatures common there, but Tau physiology is believed to be far more capable of enduring high temperature/low humidity environments, explaining a greater willingness to establish themselves in places where humans cannot thrive. Scouting missions, performed by specially augmented Skitarii, have determined that much of the Tau compound is maintained and operated by drones, directed by a few hundred Tau engineers and scientists. Limited pict evidence of the heart of the compound shows a device that appears to be an extremely potent fusion cutter, believed to be employed to drill into the dense rock of the Azkharraeon Flats, though what the Tau have found beneath the surface there remains unknown. The Tau garrison on Pelegius appears to consist almost entirely of battlesuit-equipped infantry, as conventional Tau combat armour cannot provide adequate protection against the hostile environment. Lighter battlesuits are favoured, and armoured environment suits of a similar design (though unarmed) are used by the Earth Caste personnel on Pelegius as well. Viva Miriya fucked around with this message at 00:15 on Aug 22, 2016 |
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Aug 22, 2016 00:13
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(Roll, FL: Xenos to determine likely location of the Ork command: failed. 2 degrees of failure. http://orokos.com/roll/428723) "Where would the Warboss and Big Mek be?
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Aug 22, 2016 02:00
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Pyriel Tsavo "It hardly narrows it down, but I'd wager the Big Mek would be at one of the sites where the Kannons or ships are being built. If I know Orks, it'll probably be the biggest one, but we can't count on that. Imperial forces on the ground may know more, but it'd be a pity to waste the surprise of a good combat drop. Perhaps if one of their fortifications is weak, we can hit that first and get a better picture of where he is." Tactics (Assault Doctrine) vs 44: 13, looking for a good place to hit the Orkish fortifications in the Tirmorodan Mountains.
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Aug 22, 2016 04:06
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Raimbaud the Champion, Initiate of the Black Templars, former Pro Tempore Castellan of Chapter Fortress on Scolla 808 Most of the drop Remmy has his eyes closed, praying silently to the Emperor for protection. As they come closer to their target, he opens his eyes and looks at the incoming intel. He then turns to Pyriel and nods, "Yes, but we also have other concerns. We likely cannot just drop into the middle of their stronghold without getting shot out of the sky. Then there is the issue of our transportation. Even with much of the mountains leveled, the terrain could still be steep and rocky. The Razorback will do us no good if we have to drive off a vertical cliff to get there. The real question is where can we safely land that will still let us make our way to the warboss with our vehicle?" Tactics Orbital Drop procedures TN 40: 1d100 21 Interested in good landing zones with easy enough terrain to drive the razorback up to (and through) the front door.
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Aug 22, 2016 05:10
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Scipio Stonehands For a soldier from a chapter of siege experts on the way to a fortification, the librarian was strangely reticent during transit. Whether he is meditating, praying or simply prefers silence before a mission, he finally speaks up when the conversation turns to the target. "I'm afraid I can't offer much on what defenses we'll see. Orcs don't follow any logical doctrine, they simply sink as many weapons into the ground as they can." He lifts his hand, which is now glowing with subdued white fire. Tellingly, no inexplicable frosts or strange echoes accompany the use of his gift. "We'll have to make it up as we go along." Scipio, dude, what do you know about half built Orky Forts? Tactics (Defensive Doctrine) vs 39: 1d100 61 bro why Also, Scipio will be doing Invocation prayers until he's got it down, then a fettered Ironarm, which works out to PR3. I can roll for that if you really want me to.
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Aug 22, 2016 05:22
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Liquid Dinosaur posted:(Roll, FL: Xenos to determine likely location of the Ork command: failed. 2 degrees of failure. YOU BELIEVE THAT THE WARBOSS AND BIG MEK CAN BE FOUND SOMEWHERE WITHIN THE MOUNTAIN RANGE IN THE CAMP wiegieman posted:Scipio Stonehands BIG GUNS NEVER TIRE AND THEY GOT A LOT OF EM Dachshundofdoom posted:
Looking at the pic captures from orbit, you notice salvaged Imperial Navy Nova Cannons scattered around various parts of the ork encampment. While the guns will take years to restore, the shells that are no doubt stored somewhere deep in the confines of the mountain for safe keeping. Detonation of the stockpile would be disastrous to say the least. Who knows what could happen with that much archeotech destructive power lying about? Might even set the atmosphere on fire. Anyway the Nova Cannon emplacements have a commanding view of the ork encampments and would be an ideal place to make a stand as would any of the mega kannon batteries currently being erected and firing on Tau and Imperial targets in the immediete vicinity. Werix posted:
Available landing zones Identified by this check Ork Airfield near one of the Nova Kannonz: The airfield itself is lightly defended despite being in the midst of the Ork Encampment because most of the Speed Freaks in the warband are ground based. This route of insertion necessitates ditching the Razorback for a gravchute/jump pack drop due to anti air fire. This ironically is the most STEALTHY way of insertion because Space Marines falling from the loving Stratosphere will be expect by loving NO ONE. The Downside of this approach is figuring out how to hold out long enough for the Strike Cruiser to beam you nerds back up. Low Altitude rolling drop into one of the Mountain Passes near the Ork Encampment: Much less suicidal but will cost you time. You'll also have to fight your way through Ork Speed Freaks and Tau outposts. On the brightside there are friendly forces in the vicinity which you can rally to your aid. These forces are exclusively members of the Cult Mechanicus Skitarii and Imperial Guard armored regiments whose personnel have been extensively modified to survive in such hostile conditions.
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Aug 22, 2016 13:27
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Liquid Dinosaur posted:"Where would the Warboss and Big Mek be? Brother Torias  "That's not a half-bad line of thought, especially from someone not of my Chapter. It makes me wonder where the likeliest place for such prize targets would be..." Rolling FL Xenos versus a 49 to determine their likely locations... and it's a success with 1 DoS!
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Aug 22, 2016 15:31
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Ariel Viva Miriya posted:Jump-packing into the airfield with no Razorback. The Codex Astartes does not support this action. And while it's not immutable canon, it is a drat fine guidebook. But maybe if we tried an action it supports even less.... "Can't we just deploy the the Rhino directly onto the airfield in a Dynamic Entry? It's said the Blood Angels do it with Land Raiders all the time, and a Land Raider is much heavier than a Rhino. We could affix the grav-chutes to its hull. And besides, it's not like a Rhino is much less aerodynamic than a Thunderhawk. If not, I suppose we'll have to take the mountain pass. But think of the time we could save!" Liquid Dinosaur fucked around with this message at 17:38 on Aug 22, 2016 |
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Aug 22, 2016 17:29
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The Thunderhawk is not equipped to perform such an act and you guys do not have the requisite rigging knowledge to prepare a Razorback for such an insertion. Also its a metal box sized target which is alot easier to hit with weapons that matter than you, the individual power armoured Astartes. The closest thing you can do is a rolling start where the Thunderhawk comes in low and fast, takes a shitton of anti aircraft fire (risking being shot down), and deploy you guys onto the runway at speed. You'll have to take Operate (Surface) checks at a -20 to prevent from flipping over because even the fastest a Razorback can go won't be fast enough to ensure a seamless transition from IN THE AIR to OH poo poo ON THE GROUND SUDDENLY. Failure means the Razorback flips and you get to enjoy your very first car crash. The Kill Team Leader is going to have to convince the Pilot that such a insertion is viable and won't get his bird shot down. The Space Marine can be replaced so long as the geneseed is recovered, the thunderhawk is a lot more valuable.
Viva Miriya fucked around with this message at 18:38 on Aug 22, 2016 |
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Aug 22, 2016 18:35
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Cadwgan "We should make those Nova cannons a top priority. If the Orks manage to get those things firing it will make everything we do on this planet harder, and as Brother Tsavo says there is a good chance Big Mek is there anyway. Not to mention if one of those blasted Orks decides to use the shells as target practice anyone looking out a window back on Erioch would see the explosion. I suggest we head for Outpost Aleph; Their advanced augury systems should be able to get us more precise information as to the location of our targets, and we should make sure the local commanders have troops prepared to secure the site after we clear it. Then head directly for the emplacements. From there we will have a good view of the Ork encampment to plan the next assaut."
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Aug 23, 2016 20:06
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Ariel "Ruling out the dynamic insertion onto the airfield, dropping farther away in the mountains is the only option we have. Cadwgan and Torias are Iron Hands, and might be able to smooth out diplomatic proceedings with the Mechanicus troops present and perhaps get them to lend us their aid. If there are no objections, that's our plan, Brother-Pilot."
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Aug 25, 2016 20:29
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Updating Friday, figure out what you guys are gonna do as a team.
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Aug 29, 2016 14:16
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Raimbaud the Champion, Initiate of the Black Templars, former Pro Tempore Castellan of Chapter Fortress on Scolla 808 "There are only two options, either we insert into the air field without the razorback, or we land farther away and maintain it. Expediency would dictate our insertion into the camp. Under different mission parameters, say an insertion by drop pod and one target, this would be ideal. But let us not forget, we also must deal with the Ethereal. If we land here without the razorback, then either we will have to make our way on foot to the Tau, or have to be teleported back up to the ship and land yet again, which would negate any expediency gained now. The obvious choice is that we land further away with our Razorback." Remmy glances sideways at their current squad leader. Remmy may currently be disgraced and not trusted with the burden of command, but if their current squad leader honestly thinks abandoning vital mission resources for expediency is the right course of action, then that speaks ill in front of all these first founding chapters.
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Sep 3, 2016 15:18
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Brother Torias "Indeed. Abandoning the advantage posed by a Razorback for a little bit of expediency seems like a tragic waste of resources. Not to mention the amount of danger it puts the entire kill-team in. Let's take the Razorback."
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Ok consensus is apparently reached, Razorback insertion in a mountain pass. Update will be next friday friends.
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