(Chapter 13: Transmission)
It would be nearing the end of August, as in the aftermath of Ben's vision wherein he met the wrathful Chaos God and along with it the information of the Ruinous Powers; brought a sobering chill to the Matriarchs. Given that despite the completion of the communications Tower, that the fact that actual cosmic entities strong enough to be referred to as legitimate gods, further put into perspective that their fight against the Daemons was made far more horrifying given the further scope of what they were now up against.
All the while, Eldrad and Asurman continued to close in toward the planet of Karakinos; in order to search for and convince Ben to join them and potentially free the Aeldari from the grip of She who Thirsts and further liberation from the Chaos God who had plagued them since her insidious birth.
(Matriarch Base, 2:48 pm, August 25th, 950. M30)
It would be the long-awaited day of the communications tower not only being completed, but now they could finally contact their Legions after nearly 5 months of being stranded off-world. All that was needed to do now, was select whose Legion would be the first to be called for aid, as Ben continued to set up the transmission to be.
"Alright, you guys. Everything is up and running to give whichever Legion we want a call. So who wants to be the lucky contestant to do so?" Ben asked the Matriarchs assembled
"I would like to make the call to my Legion if you would be so kind. It has been ages since I have last talked with them, and I am sure that they are just dying to hear from me again." Fulgrim volunteered
"Alright, and which ship should I make contact with that's under your Legion? I want to make sure that whoever we contact gets the right call from us." Ben asked the Matriarch
"Contact Eidolon, he should be on his flagship the Wage of Sin. It won't take him too long to answer." Fulgrim answered back as Ben began to work on transmitting the signal to said Flagship
"If you say so, just give me a few moments to patch us through and we should be all good to go. It is gonna be a hot minute before we get you set up, Fulgrim. Perturabo and I have to transmit and cast the holo of you to them, but once we do get it all locked in. You should be ready to go to say what's needed to him." Ben told the purple-cladded Matriarch as he began to work his magic
"...And we are now locked in to make it happen. We are golden to make the transmission happen; whenever you're ready." Ben said after a few moments of adjusting the signal and establishing the connection to said ship
"Thank you, Ben. I am ready to make contact…hopefuly I look presentable. The last thing I need is to look absolutely horrid; during the transmission." Fulgrim spoke as she did a last-minute check-over of herself to make sure she looked stunning
"You still look like a fucking peacock, Fulgrim." Perturabo said as she assisted Ben with the adjustments to make sure it was done in full clarity
"Anyways, we are patching you in now, so make it count." Ben said as the holographic projection of Eidolon appeared in full view
"I do not know who you are or how you gained access to this channel, but mark my words; that if you do not state your reasoning for doing so. You will regret it imme…Lady Fulgrim, by the Emperor is that you?" Eidolon spoke before realizing he was talking to his Matriarch
"Yes it is I your lovely Matriarch, and it is good to see you again too." Fulgrim greeted the Lord Commander of her Legion
"Tell me, has our Legion continued to operate to my standards? I know that things may have fallen into disarray due to my unfortunate departure. However, I have complete trust that you and the other Lord Commanders of my illustrious Legion; have maintained and even improved things since my departure." Fulgrim further spoke regarding the state of her Legion
"I will not lie to you by telling you that things were initially difficult when you first disappeared. Everything was very much in disarray, given that without any warning you were suddenly gone from our sights from what Lucius had informed us…However, within a few weeks time myself and the other Lord Commanders were able to quickly return stability to our ranks; before things devolved into chaos. As such the Emperor's Children remain as strong as ever, milady." Eidolon reported to his Matriarch who beamed with pride at the news
"That is wonderful news, nonetheless I and those of my sisters would like to know something of import it you do not mind…How long have we been separated from our Legions, I know that we have been gone for quite some time now, yet I feel as though it would be in the interest of everyone to know how long it has been." Fulgrim questioned
"As of today, it has been over 4 months since not only yours and your sisters' disappearance. The rest of the Matrarchs, as well as the Custodes have been hard at work to recover you from wherever it was you disappeared too." Eidolon infrared his Matriarch who alongside Perturabo, Sekhmet, and the Kahn were surprised by this information
"...I see, nonetheless we have acquired a means of leaving the planet we are on; within a few weeks time. I will have the coordinates of the sector we are in transmitted to your ship immediately." Fulgrim said as she gave a silent signal to do so
"Understood, and rest assured Lady Fulgrim, that everything is being done to return you and your sisters to Terra…If you wish, I will have my flagship and a few of the others assembled to meet you at a halfway point of sorts once you leave the planet in question. This way, we can safely assure your return to Terra proper or Chemos if you would prefer; under the protection of your Legion. No Xenos would dare attack when facing the might of our glorious Legion, milady, that I will make sure of." Eidolon replied
"That is a good idea, Eidolon. While I would prefer you to come directly too us, I also understand that the nature of how far outside the Imperium we are; makes such things a risk." Fulgrim said in seeing why one of her Lord Commanders couldn't make a beeline towards them
"Unfortunately, with your untimely departure from the Great Crusade. All Legions have had their movements restricted, given that with 12 Matriarchs having suddenly gone missing in the blink of an eye. That it has had our forces relegated to continuing the Crusade without being able to search for you ourselves; unless directly having any leads that will concretely resolve your whereabouts." Eidolon told his Matriarch
"However, with this information in mind. We can finally make headway towards your return!" Eidolon spoke excited to have such a miraculous finding drop on his 'doorstep'
"As am I, and rest assured that we will be keeping in contract in the days to come, Eidolon. But for now, this is farewell until the next transmission." Fulgrim replied as the coordinates were soon sent to the Lord Commander
"Understood, milady…It is good to hear from you once more, our Legion hasn't been quite the same without your presence to fight alongside." Eidolon spoke
"I know, but rest assured that soon it will all change…This is your Primarch saying a dear farewell until next time…may the Emperor be with all of you, and glory to our great Imperium." Fulgrim replied before making another motion to end the transmission
"Good news, we finally made headway in getting the message out there to one of your guys's Legions…The only other bad news I can think of is that, we have been here a lot longer than I figured. Overall not the worst or the best thing." Ben said back
"While that is good that we have finally made contact with one of our Legions, the fact that we have been away in deep space for four months; is nonetheless concerning." Sekhmet spoke
"Nonetheless, we should celebrate any victory that can be made, Sekhmet. Especially when it will mean safe passage back to the Imperium." The White Scars Matriarch said back
"Fair enough…That being said well done to the two of you for having made any of this possible. Without the two of you, none of this would have been possible." Sekhmet said to the duo in question
"When I have someone like Perturabo to help me get things done. Then this stuff is pretty easy to knock out of the park…honestly without her this would've taken twice or maybe three times as long to get done, so thanks a ton." Ben replied as he rose up from his spot at the communications tower alongside Perturabo
"With our combined skill, it was an inevitability that we would accomplish this together…We would have done so much faster had it not been for those blasted Warp abominations. But beyond that this is simply one of the first in the many of what we will accomplished together." Perturabo said back as she had a smug grin on her face that was semi-shared with Ben
"Now that that's handled, the only thing that's needed to do is finish up the Megaships and then we can take off and out of here." Ben spoke
"...Its going to be weird finally leaving this place; to see what the rest of the galaxy is like. But definitely worth it to start helping out your Legions and the galaxy." Ben further spoke simply happy to be in action again
"Neither can we, it will be good to join the fray once more. The only thing I can say is on the subject, is that you will have your hands full and more with the tasks ahead, Tennyson." Were the words of the Kahn
"And I can't wait to get it done." Was Ben's response
(4 days later, August 29th, 950. M30, Matriarch Base, 1:00 Pm)
Meanwhile, Ben would go on break as he and Perturabo were finishing the completion of the Astro and Delta Megaships; the Ultimatrix wielder would go to see how the Word Bearers Matriarch was doing; given that in the wake of finding out about the Ruinious Powers, said Matriarch was in a bit of a conflicted state as it were.
"Hey, Lorna its Ben. Do you mind if I come in?" Ben asked after knocking on said Matriarchs door
"Of course, you are always welcome to visit with me." Lorna Aurellian replied as Ben opened the door
"What brings you to visit me? I had thought that you would be busy helping Perturabo with the ships to lead us back to Terra, or sparring with The Kahn and Furiosa, or playing music with Fulgrim." The Word Bearers Matriarch questioned
"Well, I am on a break as we finish getting everything set up for the Megaships. So I figured that it wouldn't hurt to see how your doing." Ben answered back in seeing that the usual vibrancy of said Matriarch had dulled
"I am fine, it is just that with the revelation of these Chaos Gods existence. It has left me conflicted, but more so uneasy." Lorna Aurellian spoke her face one of question and mismatched emotions
"Do you want to talk about it? You know that I'm always an open ear to talk to or a shoulder to lean on if you need it." Ben asked
"That would be lovely…and I appreciate your willingness to do so. I did not wish to bother the others with my feelings on the subject. While Morganna and Furiosa both have been nice to talk to regarding these things. The others I know are not too receptive to how I feel, even though our recent victory over the Daemons has brought us closer. It has left me feeling by that same token more haunted than anything." Lorna Aurellian answered back in having felt equal measures vindication, unsettled nerves, fear, joy and many other emotions
"On one hand it is an exciting prospect to know that deities do exist, that I was right for so many years that Gods can exist…But the fact that they are deities of horror, ruin, and wish to corrupt and destroy mankind into something foul and wretched; sickens me. Why couldn't it have been that the one time where my search for a higher truth to believe in; that is finally vindicated be at the expense of it being toward malevolent entities. Entities that would wish to see what we protect corrupted, debased and distorted into something so malformed that it should be cast into the deepest reaches of the void itself." Lorna Aurellian further spoke with a voice that would normally be excited at such information but given the circumstances could only feel an omnipresent dread at this knowledge
"I get that its' a big deal for you and all, and I'm sorry that you had to find out this way. But I hope that this doesn't stop you from doing good in the world Lorna? You have a lot to give, and are capable of doing a tremendous amount of good, and it would be a shame to see all of that go to waste…You are a really great woman and if it means anything, I still think that you can be greater than any god, cosmic entity or whatever else is out there." Ben told the blonde Matriarch who let a genuine smile crack open across her somber features
"I appreciate your words of comfort, truly I do. Yet and still, while this will not extinguish the strength of my convictions or my faith. Given that mankind deserves a beacon of hope and faith to put trust in, even more than ever with the profane revelations of these rotten Gods, that I must reexamine how to approach my faith in what must be. The knowledge of this and so much more, drastically changes everything going forward…especially concerning the Emperor." Lorna Aurellian spoke
"About that, what are you going to do about that guy? Since with this kind of info in play, and with how long he's been around the block from what you and the others have told me. It feels like there needs to be a lot of explaining to do, since you are more than owed that much." Ben replied as a thoughtful yet somber look was still upon her face
"Undetstand, that I do have questions and more concerning the existence of these beings. Questions that Morganna and I both wish to have answered by our father…This, This cannot go unanswered, the existence of what these deities are and the horrors they can still unleash upon the Imperium at large; must be answered in full if we are to further spread glory to the Imperium and the good name of the Emperor. Therefore, I-I must know of what and if he knows of them." Lorna Aurellian said back determined to find more answers on the Ruinous Powers
"And what if he doesn't want to spill it about the Chaos Gods? What will you do then, Lorna?" Was the question of the Ultimatrix wielder
"If he will refuse to enlighten to me further to the answers I require, to not only understand the greater truths of the galaxy, and the meaning of what must be beyond conquest in his name. Then I will seek those answers myself with the assistance of my sisters who are willing and with your aid as well…if you so wish?" Lorna Aurellian responded with a determination and conviction in her voice that could shake entire worlds to their core
For the Matriarch in question with this knowledge knew that in her quest to understand the greater meanings to her existence beyond simple conquest, as well as to protect and defend the Imperium throught the power of her faith and conviction; in the wake of the Ruinous Powers's existence. Now knew that to do so would be to seek out answers into the depths of what they were, and if her father for all of his golden glory would not give her the answers she would seek out to do so, then she would do it by her own power and the aid of those willing to assist her.
"I will be more than happy to help out with whatever you need. You and your sisters decided to give me a fair chance with all I can do, even though I'm just some schnook from another timeline. So if I can pay it forward and help out with whatever I'm able to, then all you need to do is ask and I will be happy to give the assist wherever I can." Ben told the Word Bearers Matriarch who smiled at hearing this
"Thank you, this means a great deal to me. Your selflessness is truly something to be admired." Was the response of the Word Bearers Matriarch
"Hey, I'm always happy to help out, all you have to do ask, and not be a dick about it. As long as that happens, everything is smooth sailing from there." Ben told her
"And that is most appreciated…Thank you for your time, Ben, I truly appreciate it and your kindness towards me." Lorna Aurellian said back
"Not a problem at all, and if you ever want to talk more about this stuff; I am always happy too." Ben said as he and Lorna shared a brief hug with each other
"I will be sure to do that in the future; which thanks to your help these past few months seems brighter and ever moreso with your assistance…With your help, the Imperium and the galaxy beyond will soon see a new age of heroes come forth in the wake of these monstrous deities. Something that with your help can and will be overcome." The Word Bearers Matriarch spoke with a smile that held an ever-burgeoning optimism strong enough to power a company of Dreadnoughts
"Neither can I…the closer we get to getting out of here, the more excited I get of what we're gonna get started." Ben said before the timer on the Ultmatrix soon sounded off
"But that will unfortunately have to wait until next time, my break is over and I have work to get back too. So I'll see you later, and remember I'm never too far away if you want to talk." Ben said before turning into XLR8
"Of course, and the best of luck to you and Perturabo on the ships." Lorna Aurellian replied before XLR8 dove out of her window and sped back to return to working alongside the Iron Maiden
'As far as humanity goes, you are certainly exceptional Ben Tennyson, and I cannot wait to see what great things we can accomplish together.' Lorna Aurellian said to herself as she looked at her hands that seemed to crack and burn with otherworldly sunfire
"And perhaps with your aid, I can further the strength of my faith into better understanding the strength of what I am…I know that there must be more to the core of what I am, than a conqueror and warlord in my fathers' name. I just know it, I can feel the flames of my conviction burning within me with the strength of an exploding star, all that I require is the help to unleash upon my enemies, and with your help I know it can be done." Were the thoughts of the Word Bearers Matriarch with a determined grin as she felt that for the first time in decades that she was beginning to make sense of her true purpose
(The next day, August 30th, 950. M30, Southern Imperium Space, Red Tear, 12:10 Pm)
Meanwhile, on the flagship of the Blood Angels Matriarch herself was Sanguinius in contact with Eidolon of whom she was in contact with over holocall regarding their venture into finding the Matriarchs, and granted while he would've preferred the glory of doing this himself. The Lord Commander of the Emperor's Children also knew that it was for the best that he notified one of the Matriarchs headed over the search, and chose Sanguinius given that Freya Russ and his matriarch weren't exactly friendly.
"Thank you again for informing me of your recent development in our search, Eidolon. It is greatly appreciated." Sanguinius thanked the Lord Commander
"Of course, and while I initally would have liked to do this myself. I knew that it would be best for all parties involved if I notified you of this development. Besides, even I know that having the assistance of one of the most formidable Matriarchs as we venture into deep space; will be a great asset." Eidolon replied
"I also know that given the alternative was calling upon Freya, that my company was chosen first; given that the others are assisting my sisters' legions in their respective campaigns." Sanguinius said back
"To be fair, while the Space Wolves and Emperor's Children are capable of working together. I will be blunt when I say that beast of a woman can make for unsavory company. The very last thing I wish to see is milady Fulgrim's good mood spoiled and her imminent bickering with Lady Freya sour her return…Therefore, I felt it best if it was you that would accompany me in reconvening with her." Eidolon explained in knowing that Freya Russ and Fulgrim weren't exactly the best in terms of their relationship
"That is more than fair. While not as volatile as Furiosa's relationship, their relationship is not what I would call an amicable one. Which is ironic when on paper the two most extroverted of us all, should get along famously." Sanguinius said back in understanding of Eidolon's decision
"Instead, it is at best a snark-filled 'friendship' at best. I will be the first to admit that that beast of a woman terrifies me regarding how much of a brutal savage that she carries herself as. It is her and the Lioness both that frighten me, if I am to be completely honest." Eidolon spoke in not carrying for the raucous company of the Wolf Queen nor the inhuman predatory stoicism of the Lion
"I will agree with you regarding Leona. While I do respect her as the eldest of us all, it is not without a healthy fear of what she is capable of both on the battlefield and in the rare moments her anger makes itself known." Sanguinius replied in having witnessed the brutality of the Lioness's wrath during one of their joint campaigns that would have even her admit that she was nothing to be trifled with
"Regardless of that, I am excited to soon reunite with all of my lost sisters. It will be good to share in their company once more." Sanguinius furhter spoke with a measured joy in her voice
"As am I, as well as the fact that I am curious as to who their new ally they have met during their stay. One who has from what Lady Fulgrim has informed me; has not only caught the heart and attention of Konstance Kurze herself. But in addition bested Furiosa in single combat is nothing short of impressive.. If one man is capable of doing all of this under his own power then he is someone who I look forward to meeting when the time comes." Eidolon informed the angelic Matriarch who held a look of surprise at this information
"My sisters' ally who has so chosen to assist them in escaping the planet they are stranded on, has not only bested one of our own in one-on-one combat. But has also managed the near impossible feat of wooing Konstance…that is by far not only impressive but also miraculous given the natures of my sisters." Sanguinius spoke
"Indeed, and among other things that she has informed me of as their departure grows closer to a head. That overall, I cannot wait to hear what potentially wondrous things she and the others have been a part of. But moreover than that, am I excited to once again fight and work alongside my Matriarch." Eidolon replied eager to see his Matriarch once more
"As I and the other Legions will be excited to see them as well. Furthermore, if possible I would like to be a part of future transmissions when you are in contact with my sisters, and whoever their new ally may be…While I canot say for certain who they may be, I know that from what you have told me that they must be nothing short of incredible." Sanguinius said back
"I share that same sentiment as well, Lady Sanguinius. However, I will not take up more of your time than is needed. I will continue to lead the voyage to the midway point agreed upon…So until next time, this is Lord Commander Eidolon of the Emperor's Children wishing you the greatest of days and may the Emperor's light be with you." Eidolon spoke as he saluted to the Blood Angels Matriarch
"And may our fathers' light shine upon you as well, Eidolon." Sanguinius replied before the transmission soon ended
As such in the hours that followed Sanguinius as her flagship followed alongside Eidolons' , but the most telling of all in the hours that would follow was her working alongside the assisting Chapter Master and Librarian of her Legion; Mkani Kano. Wherein said Librarian was tutoring their Primarch in the use of their awakening Psyker powers which in the months since her sisters' disappearance had begun to further surface; namely in the form of her conjuring great torrents of blood-red lightning and constructs made of ethereal yet dense crimson lifeblood.
Wherein Sanguinius had found that while she commanded more than enough power in the unleashing of her powers and in fact the raw casting of it was enough that they had Tech-Marines reinforce the training area of her flagship; that the precision part of her training was what was needed. Given that converse to her wielding a great amount of psychic potential and strength, that her applications of
"This all incredible progress, Lady Sanguinius, well done." Were the praising words of Mkani Kano
"That being said, your control of them in its offensive form will need work. I understand that you were trying to unleash a lightning bolt, but a lightning storm will suffice all the same on a battlefield." Mkani Kano added as he looked at the absolutely scorched field that still arced with the remains of bright-red warp lightning
"Apologies, Mkani. It is just that I am not quite use to wielding my psychic powers in this way…It is almost funny that in the realm of martial combat, I have little to no equal beyond Sekhmet or Leona. Yet when it comes to mastering my psychic powers, I am left so woefully lacking that it crosses over into humorous." Sanguinius said with a soft laughter at her current circumstances
"As a Psyker myself, I more than anyone can sympathize with the difficulties of manipulating the raw psychic strength within. Manipulating and wielding psychic might, and fashioning it into what you have requested that I teach to you; is no small feat. " Mkani Kano said with a smile as he walked toward his Matriarch
"Moreso to the point, you have only come into these powers within the last 2 and a half months. Yet you are making progress by leaps and bounds than what the standard of a Librarian would be able too. As such take pride in whatever success or failures that may happen, for your progress thus far remains nothing short of impressive." Mkani Kano further spoke as Sanguinius smiled back at her Libraian
"Thank you for your words of wisdom and kindness, Mkani. However, with the Great Crusade still raging among the other countless battles that still lay ahead. It is imperative that I master my evolving psychic powers as quickly as possible…These past 4 months and counting have shown me that I must grow stronger should an event like this happen again. Sanguinius replied knowing that she needed to grow stronger in support of what was to come
"With all due respect, Lady Sanguinius. I understand that you wish to grow stronger, all of us from the lowest Neophyte to your most trusted Chapter Master understands the weight you place on your shoulders. However, the burdens of what you face are not yours alone. We serve in your name as much as the Emperors and because of that we can and will aid you in whatever may trouble you in what is to come." Mkani Kano promised to his Matriarch
"Again you have my thanks, and believe me it will be welcomed in the years to follow. The strength of my visions have shown me many things in what will follow in the reunion of my sisters. While what I have seen brings both good and ill omens, the underlying point to all of them is that changes are abound. As such I must prepare myself and moreover our Legion to endure the chaos to come." Sanguinius said in knowing that the danger that came with her recent visions were not ones to be taken lightly whatsoever
"And the strength of the 9th Legion will be at your disposal to destroy whatever may come. We are the Emperor's Angels sent to annihilate who or what may cause destruction to hs Imperium, and moreso your soldiers and sons that stand ready to fight alongside you in mortal combat. No matter what may come, I and so many others stand ready to battle whatever horrors you have foreseen." The Librarian of the Blood Angels swore
'Yet I have a feeling that those dangers will come swifter than either of us may anticipate.' Were the Great Angels' thoughts as her hands arced with bolts of furious warp lightning and warbling viscera
(9 hours later, 9:18 Pm, Karakinos)
Meanwhile, on Karakinos was Ben currently with Branwen as Jetray during their patrols of the area; with the starry night; wherein the usually somber Matriarch would be the first to admit that flying alongside the Ultimatrix wielder was a rather peaceful experience.
"So how do you feel about being able to finally get off-planet, Branwen?" Jetray asked the Raven Guard Matriarch who looked back at him with eyes of solid pitch black
"I will admit that it will be nice to be among my Legion once more…Even though I am the latest to the Great Crusade and being with my sons once more; that it does not mean I have not missed being a part of the fray." Branwen Corax answered back
"That being said, what has transpired here in meeting you has been more than eventful." Branwen Corax further spoke
"Same here…by the way even with all of my transformations and stuff. Do you think your Legion and the others will come around to my transformations? Since my turning into my aliens is a package deal, as its either you guys get all of me or nothing." Jetray questioned
"It will take time for them to get used too. Given that the scale and power of your Xenos forms are beyond most of what we have faced in the Great Crusade thus far. In fact, even your Ultimate Forms could rival the strongest of our Librarians and the strongest of our Titans by far…So understand that it will take time for them to adjust to them, but nonetheless with the strength of our authority they will listen and understand your value; if any have are against what you are capable of with them." Branwen Corax replied in regards to the subject
"Good to know, I rather like hanging around you guys and I really do want to help you and your Legions; with this Great Crusade business. But if I can't be 100% of myself when it comes to helping you and your Legions, then I cannot go with you guys to Terra. I would rather do solo work where I can be a full power than work somewhere where I have to be 1/10th of what I can be." Jetray said back to the Matriarch flying beside him
"I understand your concerns, but you have not only mine but the word of my sisters that we will see your accommodations met. The good that can and will be accomplished, and lives saved with you aiding us cannot be denied. Which is why, I will see too it that you can serve alongside us in your utmost capacity." The Raven Guard Matriarch swore to the Ultiamtrix wielder
"Thanks, that means a lot to be honest. Plus, I have so many things up my sleeve that I can't wait to put into play for you guys. Heck, if you really want I can beef-up that jet pack of yours into something really awesome." Jetray said as he looked at her winged jetpack with interest
"Hmm, and what would you have in mind? I have seen the work you have accomplished both with crafting Peturabo's greatsword, the making of Konstance's glaive, Furiosa's miniature melta-cannons, and the improving upon the Kahn's speeder bike. I would not mind seeing what you could do with my 'wings' as they were." Branwen Corax wondered curious as to what improvements could be made to her jump-pack
"Don't worry, I can make them look even cooler and on top of suggestions, I can also beef-up your armor…Heck, it the Iron Man movies were anything to go by; I can even make you an armor that's a combination of that and your current one if you want?" Jetray told said Matriarch who had a thoughtful look upon her face
"If that is the case, then upon our return to Terra I would like to further discuss the details of improving upon my armor. Anything that can make me a better assassin and greater amplify my stealth capabilities will be greatly appreciated." Branwen Corax replied
"It has been a while since I've done anything stealth-tech related, but I can definitely whip something up for you...It'll just be a good long while before it gets done." Jetray spoke back to the Raven Guard Matriarch who smiled at the idea
From thereon the two continued their aerial patrol over the area, to make sure that the cityscape in question was all cleared both of any Daemons of Khorne that may want to make any 2nd attempts at a comeback on behalf of their lord and master, as well as any other threats across the planet. Upon their check over the area being safe, the Matriarch and Ultimatrix wielder soon departed their separate ways for the night to rest for the hopefully final days of being on Karakinos.
Which was to turn into Full Stop and with a clawing motion as the ship entered atmosphere, that instead of it making landfall it was instead met with them being wrapped and ensared in multiple vibrant blue tendrils of dimensional energy;before with a squeezing motion...That it was ripped asunder and transported across thousands of lightyears of real space faster than a single thought could be formed.
The act of being shifted across space was sp visceral that in the same instant that anyone could blink that , the the Aeldari ship could move so much as a milimeter. That they had found themselves near an Exodite homeworld, the blue tendrils of spatial energy having launched them halfway across the galaxy.
With the Farseer and Phoenix Lord while glad that no one was harmed in the sudden shift through spce time that it also brought with them the terrifying reality that whoever they were dealing with held an absurd amount of power. Given that in an instant they could just take one of their ships and regardless of their defenses, send them across real space to any location.
With the Farseer and Phoenix Lord in the hours that ensued after being sent so far across the galaxy, had checked to see thst luckily enough their ship was intact, albeit with their Warp drives offline from the sudden displacement in dismenional real space. That one thing was for certain...that they would need to prepare far more intensely to acquire the target of their salvation.
Which was to turn into Full Stop and with a clawing motion as the ship entered atmosphere, that instead of it making landfall it was instead met with them being wrapped and ensared in multiple vibrant blue tendrils of dimensional energy;before with a squeezing motion...That it was ripped asunder and transported across thousands of lightyears of real space faster than a single thought could be formed.
The act of being shifted across space was sp visceral that in the same instant that anyone could blink that , the the Aeldari ship could move so much as a milimeter. That they had found themselves near an Exodite homeworld, the blue tendrils of spatial energy having launched them halfway across the galaxy.
With the Farseer and Phoenix Lord in the hours that ensued after being sent so far across the galaxy, had checked to see thst luckily enough their ship was intact, albeit with their Warp drives offline from the sudden displacement in dismenional real space. That one thing was for certain...that they would need to prepare far more intensely to acquire the target of their salvation.
All the while a still sleep deprived Ben had turned back to his human form, as he had made sure to use the Najian form in question to dimensionally hurtle them to what he remembered was a cluster of dead planets from his time. That he while sure for the most part would spare the mystery ship on question of hostiles, would also put far enough space between them and his allies to not risk a confrontation.
Given that Ben after the Khornite invasion was incredibly wearisome of any new oncomers, and as such in not wanting to risk the lives of the Matriarchs, when it was not one of their Legions ships, or a ship from their Imperium that Perturabo had informed him of. That he would make use of his more powerful aliens to shunt them away into harmless space for the time being.
'I have no clue what that ship was, but good riddiance. Because I am not dealing with whatever it is at 4:15 in the goddamn morning. Hopefully whatever that ship was wont come back, the last thing we need is to fend off another invasion.' Were Ben's wearisome thoughts as he headed off back to try and fall asleep once more
And so with a successful transmission made or rather a series of tranmissions made to one of Fulgrim's Lord Commanders' in the Emperor's Children, we see that help will soon come to meet them as their ships soon become ready to leave the planet of Karakinos. Wherein we see not only Sanguinius training with one of her Librarians in the wake of her psychic potential manifesting further, but also Ben in a fit of sleep-deprived annoyance repelling an Aeldari ship into another star system…So how will everything proceed with these events unfolded as everyone soon begins to leave Karakinos? Stay tuned and find out on the all new installments of, Ultimate Alien; Primarch Force!
Alright, that'll do it for this one as I hoped everyone enjoyed this chapter and everything in it, given that with this it means that we will be leaving Karakinos proper…something that wouldn't be possible without all of the support shown for the story thus far. Because I cannot say thanks enough when so far support for what has happened so far has been really great, and I cannot wait to show more of what I have down the pipeline for you guys.
So with all that done and out of the way, this is Pravus666 signing off until next time. Wherein our next chapter will be the completion of the Astro and Delta Megaships and their departure from Karakinos among other things, so stay tuned for all of that!
Part 1 Theme Song: Black out the Sun by Sevendust
Random End Song: Cars by Fear Factory
Now then onto some of the reviews from the previous chapters.
Skull Flame: I am glad that you liked the interaction with Ben and Khorne, because I wanted to show that while Khorne still is the angry blood god of murder he's known for; that he still does have the positive aspects of what makes him who he is. Given that people forget that Khorne like his fellow Chaos Gods have their positive virtues as well, such as him being the God of Courage, Martial Honour, and Strength as well; which I hope I did a decent job of reflecting in what he is like. Also, I would have to agree with that theory as well given that while Khorne is still a massive contender overall in things, that Slaanesh being a God of Excess and Perfection makes sense given that their domains and what their about is a bottomless pit for them get roided out from. Also, I do plan on Ben helping to prevent the Rubric Marines given that with the prevention of the Flesh Change this does leave Morganna to devote herself to studies of sorcery and the Warp for a more beneficial route of things, and as you can see with them now knowing of the 4 that changes are gonna ensue form hereon out.
Kourtney Uzu Yato: Yup as now Khorne is looking at Ben as a potential Chaos Champion, since when you have a borderline Insomniac Ben who is still adjusting to things after a climatic final battle in a years long war against Vilgax, and given that Ben has a really volatile temper when he gets mad, Khorne does have a way of getting Ben to be as he wants, all it is just a matter of making sure he stays as such for being corrupted onto his side for the long term. Also, for Khorne he welcomes the change that he can't manipulate Ben so easily, as to him its a challenge that can really have him get 'creative' on how he can bring out the warrior he knows Ben is capable of becoming that can bring genocide on a multi-planetary scale; also I cannot help but write Konstance and Ben moments it just too good to not write personally.
ex355 (Chapter 10-12):Don't worry, I'm rather used to those types of criticisms as it is what it is at this point. Also, him having Necrontyr D.N.A is gonna be funny for when he encounters the Necrons although how he stumbles upon such body is gonna be interesting; given that it means Ben and whoever else accompanies him; going to a Tomb World for whatever reason, so how that all shakes out is gonna be something I'll need to come up with a reason for happening to acquire said D.N.A sample if it hasn't decayed from centuries of rot and errosion. Also, Ascalon is still back in Ben's home universe so that's sort of a no go at the moment.
Iron Swords. That is true and it is something I will be getting into, as from Ben's standpoint he's just thinking of the Imperium as something that he's had to deal with before, so that is a large part of his optimism; given that after dealing with the Incurseans, the Tetramands, the Kryptonians, and Vilgax's empire; that to him there's not really much that can top those on the list of jacked up Empires.
