Chapter 1
The giant walked down the passageway, his ceramite boots producing a dull rhythmic thud as he walked. there was no light in this passageway but that was typical of the ships that belonged to his chapter, not that it affected him in the slightest, his senses already high for an Astartes were enhanced even further by his war suits tactical sensors and even without his helm his eyes a deep cobalt black would have been able to see in the dark as a normal man would see in light, he was a son, but not just any son he was a son of the crow and with that brought many features that differed from normal Astartes, his pale skin that was almost white coupled with his dark eyes to make him seem more like a monster than a man.
which he was.
he stopped in front of a large blast door, and reaching for the keypad next to it punched in a quick secession of numbers before the door opened and he entered.
"you're late," said a voice in the darkness the irritation plan on his voice
"I lost track of time in the practice cages," said the giant, removing his helm as he spoke "my apologies Brother-Sergeant Hanzo"
"Hmm... very well... come Bother Remin" he gestured to another blast door next to where he was standing "the crow is not a patient man"
Brother Lumos Remin, Space Marine of the Sons of the Crow, 4th company simply nodded and followed his Sergeant through the door.
The command deck was a hive of activity, the Chapter serfs and human officers carrying out their tasks as quickly and quietly as possible so as not to disturb the Astartes gathered in the center of the large room. Remin looked around taking in the scene, it wasn't often he found himself on the Command deck of the chapter flagship Nightfall.
"Ah! Sergeant Hanzo, Brother Remin good to see you finally made it" said the Astartes sitting in the immense command chair to the mighty warship "Brothers! allow me to introduce you to the gentlemen responsible for the purging of The Falcone... please come I have good news for you both"
Remin and Hanzo approached the group of Astartes, Remin recognizing all of them, first of all, there was Brother Captain Decitus Oren of the 2nd Company, known as the cold by his men due to his detached (and some would say hateful) personality, next was Brother Captain Korvin Leer of 5th company, a well respected and even admired chapter commander who was almost the exact opposite of Oren, having a much more jovial nature, then finally was Brother Captain Shimus Ezaran of the 8th Company.
"Thank you for the audience my Lord Crow," Hanzo said going down to one knee as he spoke Remin following his example "May I ask what is the cause for this invitation?"
the Crow smiled but there was no warmth in his eyes "yes the reason for your summons" he paused before looking around the command center "it has been decided who is to take Brother Captain Argus's place" Remin glanced up quickly, Captain Argus had been 4th Companies Captain before his untimely demise 6 months ago, fighting traitor marines of the Forsaken Sons Warband.
"is that so my lord" Hanzo's voice betrayed his hope "and who is to be the replacement?"
The Crow rose from the command throne "don't get too excited sergeant it's not you"
"Oh... then who my lord?" Hanzos disappointment audible for all present to hear "Brother Sergeant Orphio?"
"No sergeant" smiled the Crow this time with some humor in his eyes before he looked at Remin "Congratulations Brother Captain Remin"
Hanzo slammed his fist into the wall of his chamber, his ceramite clad fist denting the metal bulkhead.
"I Didn't ask for this Hanzo," said Remin his concern clearly etched on his face as he stood in the doorway "but it is only temporary and I have been giving it all the same"
"I know brother" muttered Hanzo his breathing slowing "my anger is not at you but the situation"
Remin shifted his weight and turned to walk away, looking back as he did so
"We have to report to The Crow before we leave," said Remin "he has orders for us"
Remin left leaving Hanzo alone, staring at the dent his fist had made in the wall.
Hi guys,
so this is chapter one sorry its late but I had a move and I am currently in the process of sorting out a new job this would be longer but I have a lot to work out regarding supporting characters and the like, any suggestions or ideas would be much appreciated as well as tips and even the odd negative comment or two.
chapter 2 should be up in the next two weeks and I will be finishing off the 2nd legion background story as well
thanks, guys see you soon
Ryse the Inquisitor
