"Observation Report"
OBSERVATION REPORT
SUBECT:
Alpha Squad Member #001 "Levente"
GENERAL IMPRESSIONS:
The neophyte's history from a world fallen to techno-barbarism is readily apparent in his everyday actions and behaviors, only paying heed to martial might and possessing low aptitude for broader understanding of the weapons he employs. Despite this he is no fool, and while not as tactically capable as Tristan he still possesses a mind befitting an Iron Warrior.
Possesses a deep respect for the Warsmith given the Warsmith's remarkable transhuman might, though this respect drives him to try and one day surpass the Warsmith's own strength and does not correlate with a deeper desire to emulate his leader's other behaviors. Raw strength is something Levente has an abundance of, and as he continues to advance in training and experience he might enter striking distance of his goal though it remains unlikely he will ever surpass the power afforded by the Warsmith's combination of height and breadth given the neophyte's average stature.
Broad musculature and bulk are reminiscent of the Abhuman Ogryn strain, though Levente's other qualities widely mirror those found among peak Human standards. The neophyte's homeworld possessing high gravity would also help account for his relatively small stature compared to the other neophytes, and would explain his remarkable strength. Projections indicate that he already possesses greater might than the average Astartes, something that will no doubt continue to grow as his training continues.
During group exercises involving teamwork Levente displays talent for leadership through an inspiring charisma born of his leading by example and quick-thinking, making him the most popular member of their unit by far even if individual members have reservations about his often reckless behavior. Despite this he lacks deeper bonds with many of his peers, and notably possesses a deep rivalry and animosity with Tristan born of their contrasting natures. This relationship appears irreconcilable and it would be best if the two are deployed separately upon becoming Astartes.
Levente possesses no significant talent for building and creation in the Dodekatheon, though his aggressive simulation tactics do afford results ranging from mild to complete domination given his focus on overwhelming the foe. Like the Iron Warriors of old Levente will sacrifice readily to achieve victory while inflicting maximum damage in return, though this methodology is outdated and does not properly account for the Iron Legion's present circumstances. Real experience on the battlefield might reshape this perspective and alter his thinking.
Part of Levente's notable charisma seems to be because he conjures the brutal yet effective leadership of Perturabo in the minds of veteran Iron Warriors who once fought alongside their now fallen Primarch. With incredible strength and unrelenting assaults it is easy to see why they would see that side of him just as the Warsmith does, though notably Levente lacks the humility Perturabo possessed long ago before the ruinous powers tainted his soul.
CONCLUSION:
Emblematic of the Iron Warriors of ages past, Levente firmly stands as a marker from which the younger generation ought be compared both positively and negatively. While revering the Warsmith devoutly Levente does not possess his forward thinking attitude and philosophy towards warfare, taking a step back towards the tactics of old from where the Warsmith has progressed the Legion's culture. This nature and Levente's inherent charisma has made him well-regarded by Astartes too inflexible to change, with Levente's favored tactics in simulations and training aligning closely with the sacrificial methodology Iron Warriors have been long characterized with. The Iron Legion was not formed through rigorous selection, rather it was forged by circumstance and so having a leader to give voice to those of a different mindset can prove useful if in moderation.
Levente's astounding physical strength is akin to that of the Warsmith, from whom his Gene Seed derives, and it along with swiftness not commonly possessed by members of the Fourth Legion will allow the neophyte to one day serve as an effective frontline officer. It is there that Levente's quick-thinking will serve him best on the battlefield, able to react to the changes and flow of the conflict as needed while leading others to do the same. His lack of patience and known temper make garrison and siege duties ill-advised, and it would be preferable that he be deployed to end sieges and counteract enemy assaults which threaten allied structures and artillery. In time he very well may serve as a noteworthy Champion of the Legion, though only time will tell.
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OBSERVATION REPORT
SUBECT:
Alpha Squad Member #002 "Dominicus"
GENERAL IMPRESSIONS:
In the eyes of Dominicus, hierarchy is almost everything. Ranking higher or lower on a totem pole is a state he's more or less content to be assigned to as long as it makes sense to him. This indicates a sense of dependence on a concept that provides structure to his life which may be a product of past trauma. What this says about his origins from an Imperial planet fallen to ruin depends on one's own perspective, though such hierarchy has proven a useful tool for guiding his training and likely be beneficial towards future deployments.
Despite this trait Dominicus still retains a significant ego and sense of self atypical in Iron Warriors. It's nothing too egregious as of yet given most of the neophytes are more or less on the same playing field, though more notably talented individuals such as Levente or Tristan earn his obvious respect while lesser ones such as Kastor or Faustus have Dominicus show outright contempt. This possible source of conflict will need to remain under observation.
His interactions with other neophytes who are neither better or lesser to him in Dominicus' eyes show that if not for the great value he puts on hierarchy mixed with his inflated self-esteem he would be fairly amiable by Iron Warrior standards, though others often do not look past his notorious attitude which results in even his better relations being mild at best.
While not outstanding in any one category, Dominicus has proven adept at almost every drill and lesson he has been tested with, only falling short when his testing requires leadership and teamwork due to nature. His simple motivation and lack of particular strengths as well as general lack of weaknesses leaves little to question or contemplate beyond one's first glimpse or encounter with him.
Consideration should be granted towards whose command Dominicus is placed upon the completion of his training, as his adherence to hierarchy can either be a benefit or drawback depending on whose care he is placed into.
CONCLUSION:
While he would in the end accept a position where he wouldn't achieve higher rank, his pride entails him to do almost whatever he can to advance unless he knows for sure that further attempts will do him no good. It is for this reason that he would likely serve best as a member of an elite Tactical Squad once he has earned the honor of joining such a unit, for then his adaptable skillset could be put to use while also keeping him content with his status. Should he be granted a leadership position his pride might exceed his capabilities, but as an elite unit serving those of higher status he may prove a useful and willing tool.
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OBSERVATION REPORT
SUBECT:
Alpha Squad Member #003 "Quidel"
GENERAL IMPRESSIONS:
Born to mortal parents serving aboard the Eisernen, Quidel hails from a long line of Kimaran descended soldiers and technicians that have spent their entire lives within the Iron Legion's flagship. It was a minor aptitude for technology which saw him recruited as a prospective neophyte, after which his general yet significant capabilities allowed him to rise to join the premier group of trainees in Alpha Squad.
Like Dominicus before him there is not much to separate Quidel from his fellow neophytes, possessing a well-rounded skillset though he does possess an affinity for flamer-type and melta-type weaponry that allows him some niche within their group. In return for a favor a combi-flamer was fashioned by the Dodekatheon that instead of possessing a boltgun has a meltagun as its secondary weapon that has served him well in close combat scenarios he has been tested with, though despite his fondness for fiery tools of war he seems to lack general pyromania. He simply is effective at using them and so does so, a simplicity which has so far allowed him to rank just behind Levente and Tristan within their group for overall scoring.
By permission of the Warsmith Quidel has remained in contact with his family, believed by many to be so Quidel may inspire the mortal servants within the Eisernen by being a living example of what they or their family members could one day be like. This communication with his family has allowed the neophyte to possess a certain 'humanity' that Astartes typically lack, though his personality would still veer towards gruff and stoic compared to the average Human while being perfectly normal when put beside other Iron Warriors.
Within his group the only neophyte that Quidel has shown any real attachment towards is Tristan, who he often acts as the training partner of when split into groups of two. Their companionship could not truly be described as friendship, but is still notable given that it involves the otherwise the reclusive Tristan. From observation it could be considered mutual respect, for while the prideful Tristan is only rivaled by Levente in overall capabilities Quidel is the next closest to them in their group. On Quidel's side he appears to prefer Tristan's behavior to Levente's own, seemingly resulting from growing up with descendants of Kimarans whose collective mannerisms aligned well with Tristan's own.
Whereas Tristan's technological expertise mainly lay in the creation, maintenance, and improvement of various devices Quidel instead possessed a destructive aptitude for machinery. Following his failure in a training exercise thanks to being unable to enter a certain room Quidel invested time in learning how to override security systems and disable such technology. When pressed for time his personal meltagun could punch through a doorway, but sometimes subtlety is called for and so possessing the ability to open doors without searing through them could prove useful situationally.
CONCLUSION:
Quidel will likely succeed wherever he is placed upon the completion of his training, though deployments allowing him to breach enemy strongholds will see his talents best put to use. Alternatively he can provide assistance to artillery forces by deterring hordes of foes. However he is put to use you will see results, though more specialized individuals may achieve better ones depending on circumstance.
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OBSERVATION REPORT
SUBECT:
Alpha Squad Member #004 "Tristan"
GENERAL IMPRESSIONS:
Hailing from an undeveloped world without access to proper resources helped demonstrate Tristan's aptitude for technology from the beginning, specifically through recreating what he has witnessed through intuition and adapting it with what is in his possession. The neophyte's creativity is lacking but according to the Warsmith time spent in the Dodekatheon suggests that when his knowledge is sufficient he will be able to recreate and improve upon existing designs, including potential adaptation and meshing of technologies. Time will tell if this will be substantiated and if so what will result, but his focus appears to be on protective armor and long range weapons when I have witnessed him in the Dodekatheon.
The presence of 'Fallen' Dark Angels upon Tristan's homeworld led to my investigating any possible Caliban influences on the neophyte be they positive or negative. Through Castiel we identified one of the deceased Fallen present at the scene, a former Caliban Knight known as Graham, whose physical appearance is mirrored in the neophyte's own which could indicate a shared lineage. By Castiel's account, Graham betrayed his fellow Dark Angels out of a desire to protect Caliban, though a rivalry with and envy towards a fellow Loyalist knight may have helped dictate his actions as well. His fighting the servants of Chaos to the death would help affirm this view, though his deceased status would prevent further investigation. Out of concern for the neophyte's development and self-image it has been agreed upon by all relevant parties that these findings remain classified.
The incomplete plate mail worn by the neophyte upon his discovery possessed a flower sigil akin to Graham's family heraldry, though the secluded nature of the Fallen present on the planet casts doubt on if it was a coincidence or if there is any actual relation. It is a common misconception that Astartes are castrated or otherwise infertile when the truth is the lack of desire born of psycho-indoctrination, with dubious accounts of the 6th Legion and records of the 3rd Legion's actions during the Siege of Terra showing that there can be disturbance of this indoctrination. If Graham is his ancestor an alternate explanation offered is that Graham was an enhanced Human rather than a full Astartes like select others during the Great Crusade who were too old to undergo the neophyte process, though not enough remained of the deceased's body to ascertain the truth.
Whatever the ancient lineage of his family is, be it Human or transhuman, Tristan is known to possess remarkable pain tolerance to the point that he spends more time in the medical bay than any other recruit due to consistent pushing of his limits. This stalwart nature has allowed the neophyte to keep up with his stronger counterparts in training drills by enduring additional training they in turn could not. With barely average physical strength for a Neophyte it is only by doing more that he can compete and so he does without complaint. If Levente is naturally gifted in strength, then Tristan is equally as gifted in resilience which allows their sparring to be a true contest. Training against one another has benefited each of them, for it has allowed Levente to not hold back as he would a frailer foe, and in turn Tristan has developed even greater levels of pain tolerance than he might otherwise possess.
Despite making ideal training partners Levente and Tristan should be kept apart during actual operations if at all possible. So long as they share rank and occupy the same space they will be in contest with one another, and while each has their own form of potential it will not be reached if their efforts undermine one another. This neophyte's meek and passive nature will see him function well in a subordinate role to most, but the vitriol between these neophytes is not to be underestimated and, if forced to serve under the other, conflict will likely result. As Levente's opposite it is no surprise that Tristan favors distance engagements and will be well suited for artillery duty and laying siege to locations, possessing the patience to see them through to the end and the humility to accept the thankless time expended in the process.
A primary weakness of Tristan is something that would typically be noted as a strength, that being his overthinking nature that allows him to contemplate all the data set before Tristan instead weighs him down. In war there are untold amounts of data to decipher and work through if one desires to make the most of it, data that must be reviewed, monitored, moderated, and modified if it is to be of any use. It is this facet of Tristan that truly can be found reminiscent of Perturabo, but he lacks the experience and mental fortitude presently to make timely decisions. He is burdened by the details of battle and the moment to moment calculations that arise, unable to come to a decision on how to act for in searching for a perfect response it instead forces him to act a step behind his foes in direct combat. If he is to one day become a successful tactician it will come from learning to clear his mind and focus on what data matters and ignoring the rest to achieve clarity and move past his indecision. Tristan's intelligence in this way holds him back with his self-doubts while others such as Levente would seize the moment and take the initiative rather than leaving it to their foe.
CONCLUSION:
Of all the neophytes it is my belief that Tristan possesses the greatest potential for success in the Iron Warriors, possessing not only a mind suited for siege tactics and warfare but also the cold determination which characterizes the Legion. His lack of close-combat potential would make many overlook him, but for a commander such skills are often unnecessary and thus moot when compared to Tristan's strengths. Once he learns as Perturabo once did that the perfect is the enemy of the good, to make near perfect tactical decisions immediately rather than delaying action seeking the absolute best result, he stands to become an important part of the Iron Legion's future. For now however he will serve as a useful aide, and I intend to track his progress personally to see if he possesses the will to override his doubts and become a true leader. If not he will serve the Warsmith faithfully, for his faith in the Warsmith is even deeper than Levente's own.
Urkamus has positions open on his personal squad, and so it is my recommendation that Tristan upon his graduation to full Astartes be assigned with the dour veteran. It may afford him the experience he needs to overcome his primary flaw, though even if it remains the experience will still serve him well. As another recipient of the Warsmith's Gene-Seed it is little wonder that Tristan now possesses a similar height to him even if he lacks the raw strength, but that height affords him advantages of its own and I expect mortal foes to recoil at the sight of a transhuman giant twice their size looming on the battlefield. That height, combined with his intellect, will make him an effective commander should such a day come as it is Human to near worship those of great height even if they are quiet and lacking in personal charisma like Tristan.
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Ossus
OBSERVATION REPORT
SUBECT:
Alpha Squad Member #005 "Kastor"
GENERAL IMPRESSIONS:
Kastor stands out amongst his peers by being genuinely kind and open, something incredibly rare within the ranks of the Iron Warriors even among aspirants. This allows the neophyte to properly coordinate with his squad members without hubris or hidden agendas, bolstering the group's performance by playing off their strengths and supplementing them where weaknesses may exist.
He achieves more than the bare minimum required on his own, but when placed in a squad he coordinates with others seamlessly from the start compared to others who would still be acclimating to relying on one another.
The neophyte is not in an enviable position among most of his neophyte peers, who have an easy target to point to in the group as someone to feel superior to by most metrics, though the only area he truly may be found lacking is personal willpower for while he is by no means frail or feeble a lifetime of doing as others say does not properly prepare one's spirit. If put to the test he would likely be the member of the team to break under intense duress, but no Astartes is perfect at everything and those who believe they are tend to be the first to fall.
Most surprisingly Kastor has formed an odd friendship with Richter, whose constant criticism rolls off Kastor thanks to his optimistic attitude and amiable nature. Despite all of his pleasant candor, Kastor is not above securing his self interest when it is threatened so accepting the criticism levied towards him by Richter actually helps the otherwise worst member of the team keep up with the pack.
Among the neophytes he is not the top marksman, that title belonging to the natural calculating sniper that is Tristan, though Kastor remains a fair marksman who by most standards would possess incredible aim. His fondness for boltguns is simple much like his nature, but they remain effective weapons when used by the right hands.
CONCLUSION:
Given the neophyte's ability to assist others in various fields Kastor may be utilized by whomever needs an extra hand, and it may be best to keep him as a flexible auxiliary force for such ends. Affable Iron Warriors are few and far between, and in time he may even be able to grow into the role of a diplomat once he has the proper experience.
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OBSERVATION REPORT
SUBECT:
Alpha Squad Member #006 "Urban"
GENERAL IMPRESSIONS:
While it's not unusual for the IVth Legion to show an inclination for building structures, Urban has a natural aptitude for it that most of his fellow neophytes can't quite match. His fortifications aren't to the level of more veteran Iron Warriors yet, but when he reaches that point his creations will no doubt stand out among the ranks.
Aside from his talent for construction he is quite mediocre compared to the other aspirants when it comes to combat with the sole exception of possessing an aptitude for planning, at least when it comes to sieging enemy fortifications. His understanding of architecture and construction allows him to properly poke holes in enemy fortifications during simulations, and like Tristan he will likely serve best as a siege engineer rather than a direct combatant despite possessing strength second only to Levente in their group and his endurance second only to Tristan while being on par with Quidel's own.
His capabilities aside, he is rather prickly as seen with his reactions when others mock his failings or doubt his creations. Unlike Gunnar or Levente however he doesn't respond with violence unless the offending party escalates first. This and his more withdrawn disposition does not win him many allies within their group, something that does seem to bother him at times when he is working alone on certain projects. Given his personality though and those of the other neophytes this likely won't change unless he reaches out to the more amicable members of the recruits.
In contrast to the purely utilitarian and efficient designs of Tristan when creating it is notable that Urban's own designs possess more artistic flourishes that imitate Imperial styles down to the last detail even if the contents within differ. The desire for Iron Warriors to create and be looked upon with reverence is present in him and it will be important that he receives it at some point lest he become embittered like his fellow Iron Warriors once did.
Given his understanding of structures born of having grown up upon a Hive World, Urban possesses an inherent sense of direction and ability to properly traverse terrain which best matches his name: urban. Warfare in such locations can be accomplished more efficiently with him taking point, though he is equally useful in erecting defensive structures of his own and so he possesses multiple purposes for the Legion.
CONCLUSION:
It is my recommendation that Urban be inducted into the ranks of the Dodekatheon where further observation of his talents can occur, thus determining how he is to be best utilized for the good of the Legion. It would be a waste for him to be lost on the frontlines when his talents lay elsewhere.
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Ossus
OBSERVATION REPORT
SUBECT:
Alpha Squad Member #007 "Gunnar"
GENERAL IMPRESSIONS:
This neophyte appears to be a prime example of a simple brute at first glance, though when actually examining Gunnar's behavior he's more blunt than inherently vicious. For all his tendency to more often than not react to slights with physical altercations, the initial anger fades away when the fighting is done even when he loses his fights at times. To him most disagreements are one and done deals that are resolved by both parties quickly getting it out of their systems through violence. After that, whatever was the cause of the altercation isn't something to dwell on to Gunnar who simply goes on in an almost friendly manner to his fellow neophytes until the next new slight or disagreement when it pertains to him comes up.
Like Levente he has a knack and preference for melee combat, but spends an even longer time working on his aim. This demonstrates some awareness of how important being as flexible as one can be combat-wise, though situations that require a great deal of critical thinking are not his strong suit. While far from foolish he is more akin to the average Iron Warrior instead of ahead of them like several of his squad members. In close quarters his skill is on the same level as Levente, though his strength while notable is still lesser than Levente's own making him consistently second best in related combat drills.
Gunnar carries less in the way of bitterness and grudges compared to many Iron Warriors which is a reliable quality and noteworthy in and of itself. However, his rather simple outlook makes him unsuited towards more subtle affairs which makes the neophyte ripe for being manipulated.
For this reason he appears to dislike Aldred in particular given the subtler nature of the neophyte not lending itself to Gunnar's method of settling disputes and apparent slights. Instead he has formed a more cordial bond with Richter despite initial conflicts between the two, as while he finds Richter exasperating to deal with the hyper-critical trainee still is useful for finding ways to improve his own skills.
Perhaps surprisingly Gunnar possesses an interest in history, and while not the most well-versed amongst his squad in such topics his fascination has led him to performing well on assignments and in scenarios which call for the usage of historical knowledge.
CONCLUSION:
With their similar skillsets it would perhaps be wise to keep Gunnar assigned to wherever Levente ends up, as Gunnar's abilities are not as narrow focused as Levente's and thus can support him well even while they are occupying the same role on the battlefield.
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Ossus
OBSERVATION REPORT
SUBECT:
Alpha Squad Member #008 "Faustus"
GENERAL IMPRESSIONS:
Recruited following the murder of his family by Sorcerers of Chaos, Faustus possesses a deep distrust for Psykers that for all his other irrational behavior is entirely warranted. This behavior has left him in good company among the Iron Legion, for no Chaos worship is permitted in the slightest and those who dabble in such foul practices would be swiftly executed. In our war we cannot allow the taint of some to deny us all true victory and our goals.
Ideally the Astartes of the Iron Legion would make their own luck through proper preparation, something neophyte Faustus still must work towards. The recruit genuinely gives his full efforts, but either from his lack of experience or something else entirely he can not seem to consistently succeed or fail. Be it making a boltgun that breaks down after a few magazines are used up even when following the same steps as the other recruits or landing a shot during a shooting lesson even Bertrand had trouble with, Faustus' performance simply isn't consistent on its own. Whispers suggest that he was cursed, though there exists no trace of the Warp upon his person to support such a theory.
Common misfortune obviously has had an effect on the neophyte these past years, who over time has resorted to redundancies in his inventions and is ready to compensate as needed in training exercises by being unpredictable, as he can to at least throw off his opponents. This manages to give consistency of a sort for Faustus' performance, though unfortunately the characteristic paranoia of the Iron Warriors has developed in him to a fault.
His failures stand out more than the successes in the eyes of most other neophytes even if one does not override the other in number, so that and his anxious attitude makes him an object of some ridicule not unlike Kastor. Like Kastor, Faustus isn't really bothered by this too much, though that's more out of thinking everyone was already out to get him rather than having a pleasant personality.
As a side-effect of his paranoia Faustus has demonstrated keen perception and rarely does something escape his notice, something that can prove useful or damning depending on the situation. Further observation will be required to determine if anything ill will become of it, though it has made him an effective scout and can continue to serve him well in such a role.
CONCLUSION:
Assigning him to act as a scouting agent will utilize his nature well by not forcing him to interact with others in the field while also allowing him to do things his own way without his seeming unnatural misfortune weighing others down, all the while providing useful intel for others to act upon.
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OBSERVATION REPORT
SUBECT:
Alpha Squad Member #009 "Aldred"
GENERAL IMPRESSIONS:
Cutthroat individuals are nothing unique when it comes to the Iron Warriors, but it is best to note ones that show the possibility of being troublesome in that way somewhere down their path. Aldred's individual performance is better than Kastor's and more reliable than Faustus', though where he genuinely sticks out is being able to read others and get a sense of what they'll do based on what they've shown.
He looks out for his own self-interest and sometimes subtly stokes flames between other neophytes in order to come across as the reasonable one when fights erupt to boost his reputation. If there was ever going to be an Iron Warrior who deals with intrigue with solid performance, it may be him.
The insight Aldred possesses is notable and he is able to read others well enough to counteract their actions on the battlefield if given the proper time to react, so he may prove to be useful as an officer to lend his inherent intuition to their cause.
While cunning he is not so much so that he can orchestrate scenarios entirely in his own favor alone, being more of an opportunist than a planner, thus limiting his potential as the one commanding a battlefield. Allowing one of his nature into actual power can have its drawbacks as well, but his behavior may change as he matures with real battlefield experience.
He will have to be monitored as he ascends to being an actual Iron Warrior, lest he or his comrades meet an unfortunate accident at some point.
CONCLUSION:
The optimal place to assign Aldred for the time being would be where he can do the least damage. In the meantime I will monitor his progress and see if he can be truly relied upon, or if he will require supplementary training to ensure he does not cross any lines. It is fine if he does what is necessary for the good of the Iron Legion, but should self-interest enter the equation that is when intervention will be required.
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OBSERVATION REPORT
SUBECT:
Alpha Squad Member #010 "Richter"
GENERAL IMPRESSIONS:
If there's one way to describe Richter, it's a perfectionist. He constantly trains and study to improve himself in any way he can in order to not be outdone by his fellow neophytes. While this doesn't place him at the top, it certainly keeps him from being near the bottom.
An important flaw to recognize however is Richter's inability to refrain from pointing out the failings of others. While he does give constructive feedback, it's not something that the more touchy neophytes stick around to find out too much. He is capable of acknowledging others being better at him in a variety of ways even if it injures his pride, but he expects others to be the same way. In a way he keeps the other neophytes progressing in their lessons even if they aren't exactly thankful for it.
The few times where he does seem to unwind is around Kastor, who's demeanor doesn't lend well for being bothered too much by others' criticism of him. With that said, Richter pushes him a bit harder than everyone else when it comes to improving. While at first glance Richter's personality isn't something to watch out for, it may be worth being vigilant of him when he comes to the conclusion that some people don't have potential worth investing in when he becomes an Iron Warrior.
Richter's critical eye is derived from his heightened perception and notable intelligence, the combination of which allows him to understand how things he witnesses can be improved even if he is not yet able to do them himself. If Tristan can understand a machine from looking at it and know how to reconstruct it roughly and begin thinking of how to improve it, Richter is able to do that for Humans by noticing details about them that few others ever would.
While he is flawed in his own way Richter is reliable as well, and thus can be entrusted with important tasks that need to be completed without his personal ego or other faults impeding his success. Few will ever admire him, but he can do his duty and accomplish his missions professionally.
CONCLUSION:
Apothecaries are required to sometimes bestow the Emperor's Peace upon their comrades, as well as engage in other such harsh actions for the betterment of their Legion, and so it is my recommendation that Richter be granted supplementary training to become an Apothecary. He possesses the temperament for such work, and his perfectionist tendencies will ensure that he does not allow for corruption or for sub-optimal surgeries and implantation. We are always in the need for more Apothecaries, and promising Astartes ought be placed in positions of importance.
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A/N: This week I decided to do something a bit new for the codex, that being personnel review files because one of the things I like about codexes is that they aren't all just one thing again and again. Rather, you get all sorts of material be it summaries of conflicts, detailed history, information about organizational structures, or other such things.
While there is a story to this codex of course I don't want all of it to just be narrative, and here I can use an in-universe character's perspective to shed new light on some things that otherwise we might not get to see.
Which of the neophytes do you find interesting? They will be featured heavily in the coming week's update and so I am curious as to what you all think.
