Inquisitor Reports
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Reports of first engagements incoming.....
Decrypting...............Decrypting.................Decrypting..............Success......
The dust has finally settled after an intense month of fighting and I have compiled this report for the immediate attention of the High Lords and admission into the Ordo record logs. While Imperial forces still occupy many vital regions of Hydrapericles there have been losses that will impact my ability to undertake the full extent of my mission here. The following conflict report details the significant impact xenos and chaos forces have had on Hydrapericles during this first month.
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CONFLICT REPORT ALPHA
Sector J:
Has fallen to Chaos forces led by Mi'CTa'IN. Mi'CTa'IN was seen laughing as it surveyed the carnage... Bloodied power armour lay strewn across the grounds of the hydro-reclamation facility sitting atop the entrance to the cave system in sector J. The daemons had broken onto the surface some ways away from the main entrance, digging their way through the thin layer of top soil into the darkness of a storm. Their warp vision allowing them to perceive the Astartes easily in the gloom. The battle that followed was brutal, brief and also terribly one sided. The Daemons magics had torn through the Marines like they were made of tissues and the Plague Bearers had stormed their position inside the towers, shrugging off bolter fire like it were merely troublesome insects. A loyal Adeptus Librarian was seen storming forth, hewing down daemons with both mind and metal, but was thrown off balance by the lashing fires of the horrors and then, just as he and three marines were preparing for a final heroic stand, Mi'CTa'IN had overwhelmed his mind and body, transforming him into a spawn which then devoured the remains of the Space Marines. Mi'CTa'IN was seen chuckling to himself as he swept into the complex, forming up the runes that would allow him to bring yet more of his minions, and perhaps some of his masters, into reality...
I do not know of which chapter these Astartes were from. Their stand was valiant yet their death was swift. I observe to see if they have additional forces in the area which may be of use to my mission here. Mi'CTa'IN is another issue completely. forces have been dispatched to deal with this filth.
Sector C:
Imperial Fists have dispatched a small force of xenos Harlequins discovered in Sector C. The foolish xenos misidentified their objective and were forced to weather a hail of bolter fire as they advanced at full speed towards the Imperial Fists defensive line. Half died on the way, but those that made it into melee range cut a devastating path. The primaris mettle was tested this day, but not found lacking! Victory was won when the heroic lieutenant cut the head from the harlequin troupe master. The xenos were wiped from the field, but the lieutenant was left with few brothers...
This particular lieutenant may be useful in the coming months of htis campaign as I seek my objective.
Sector K:
Surveillance of this sector has seen a force of Harlequins and Chaos attacking each other over an undetermined objective. Under constant attack from warp energies the Harlequins crushed the horrors of Tzeentch only to be bogged down by the decaying hordes. Though they cut down many Pox Walkers with skill and speed the Harlequins were eventually ripped to ribbons by the Tzeentch Daemon Prince's claws...
This sector is not vital to my mission at the juncture however I realise we can not let a Daemon Prince come and go as he pleases. Deathwatch forces will be dispatched to Sector K to find this beast.
Sector D:
Drukhari in this sector have unearthed a Necron tomb. There are no remaining Drukhari to be concerned about. The Necrons have seen to that however other questions are now raised in this sector...
Sector N:
Reports have come across my desk that section of Adeptus Sororitas have engaged a battalion of Adeptus Mechanicus. I am at a loss at to the reasoning behind this conflict but must assume that their is some form of tech at stake here. Something that may be useful to me in the coming battles. The sister seem to have made short work of the Skitarii and then moved on so I have dispatched agents to determine what the Mechanicus were doing in the sector. Many hands are at play here it would seem...
Sector N1:
The first reports from sector N came through the Imperial vox system.
"They have found us!" Cracked the vox...
My spies then report that it appeared that Magus G was not phased, he had been expecting the sisters for a while. Spies even tell me he "had plans that were in place." Two units of sisters approached the compound but the Magus' forward ambush was in place and waiting. The hybrids emerged laying waste with claw and flame. Screaming "These whores of the fake emperor, who do they think they are." The hybrids tore through the unit with ease. While these xenos celebrated their victory the second unit of sisters moved with blinding speed catching the hybrid unit in the open. They were cut to pieces. The sisters then found the magus and his "glorious" run of sector leader was brought to an end. The cult was wiped from the sector. Only one message from Magus G was able to get to the cult hive. "Purge the witch"
It seems that the Adeptus Sororitas force that had engaged the Mechanicus moved onto to engage a xenos foe that I have been monitoring. It was another victory for strike force Pythia. After losing squad Dodona to a vile Cult ambush, squad Delphi punished the Xenos filth with harsh bolter fire destroying the hybrid abominations and the Magus...
I fear this is merely an underling Magus though and not the true threat that some are searching for here on Hydrapericles. How this cult has been able to utilise the Imperial vox network is also under investigation.
Sector D1:
More sightings of Dark Eldar have occurred, this time in Setctor D. Luckily enough for me they were shot to pieces as they crossed the plains with superior tactics being displayed by another contingent of Adeptus Mechanicus. The Harlequin leader with this force however slaughtered one Skitarri squad in CC, before being chopped apart by the Tech Priest and his mighty axe...
Following their slaughter of the xenos I dispatched word to the Mechanicus and they were instructed to engage the Necron forces in the area. Outnumbered by the metal xenos the Mechanicus focused fire on the Necron elites and brought them down to a single warrior, only to witness them regenerate before their very eyes. I understand the impact this can have on a soldier as I have seen this many times, however the reaction of the Mechanicus Priest tasked with this mission was somewhat... disturbing. A scream of rage and a suicidal charge carried the Tech Priest into the Necron warlord but did nothing, The ignorant Priest soon realised that these metal aboninations could heal faster than his metal apertures could kill...
I am unsure of this Priests status at this time, however none of his troops have lived.
Before I could bring my own wrath upon this tomb host it would appear that the whim of the Chaos Gods had their own plans for them.
As a squad of Deathwatch were about to engage the Necrons the forces of Khorne swarmed forward. Surprisingly their Necron foes braved themselves to accept the charge. Bloodletters fell left and right but in the end they made contact. The Necron commander was the first to fall and although they tried to fall back it was a futile effort as their metal skulls were claimed for the Skull God...
My deathwatch force continued to track this foul Chaos host, yet again before they could engage the Emperor's will intervened again. It seem that Hydrapericles has many fates weaving their will amongst my own.
As the Chaos foul Choas force was about to be engaged by my Deathwatch another small force of xenos came into play. The Dark Eldar out manoeuvred and out shot the Daemons led by the reincarnation of the foul Karanak. When the forces of Khorne finally got their chance to charge they fell at the hurdle and failed miserably. After that moment, the battle was lost...
Sector W:
This sector presents the most difficulty as far as my reports are concerned. None of my spies were in this sector so I am reliant on scarce vid footage that I have uncovered in addition to second hand source reports. By all accounts a small force of Adeptus Astartes, of the Salamanders chapter from what I can discern, engaged a Chaos host dedicated to Nurgle. The marines proved far superior, as is to be expected. They brought forth the wrath of the Emperor upon these foul plague marines and left none standing.
It is what come next that has me concerned. The Salamanders moved onto the next sector by all accounts and my information suggests that the remains of the heretics began to erupt and explode. Sightings tell of vicious xenos tearing themselves free from the inside of the carcasses of the heretic marines...
While loath to believe this without evidence, I am cautious to pass this off as superstitious ramblings of the general populace with everything that is beginning to unfold here on Hydrapericles.
It is therefore my duty to call upon the full extent of the Deathwatch under my command and bring them to bare on this planet.
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While the Imperial forces have held the advantage this first month of fighting, battle rages on all fronts and many sectors have fallen to both Xenos and Chaos threats. I am still on track to achieve my mission. This planet had better be worth it.
Report ends.......
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Reports of first engagements incoming.....
Decrypting...............Decrypting.................Decrypting..............Success......
The dust has finally settled after an intense month of fighting and I have compiled this report for the immediate attention of the High Lords and admission into the Ordo record logs. While Imperial forces still occupy many vital regions of Hydrapericles there have been losses that will impact my ability to undertake the full extent of my mission here. The following conflict report details the significant impact xenos and chaos forces have had on Hydrapericles during this first month.
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CONFLICT REPORT ALPHA
Sector J:
Has fallen to Chaos forces led by Mi'CTa'IN. Mi'CTa'IN was seen laughing as it surveyed the carnage... Bloodied power armour lay strewn across the grounds of the hydro-reclamation facility sitting atop the entrance to the cave system in sector J. The daemons had broken onto the surface some ways away from the main entrance, digging their way through the thin layer of top soil into the darkness of a storm. Their warp vision allowing them to perceive the Astartes easily in the gloom. The battle that followed was brutal, brief and also terribly one sided. The Daemons magics had torn through the Marines like they were made of tissues and the Plague Bearers had stormed their position inside the towers, shrugging off bolter fire like it were merely troublesome insects. A loyal Adeptus Librarian was seen storming forth, hewing down daemons with both mind and metal, but was thrown off balance by the lashing fires of the horrors and then, just as he and three marines were preparing for a final heroic stand, Mi'CTa'IN had overwhelmed his mind and body, transforming him into a spawn which then devoured the remains of the Space Marines. Mi'CTa'IN was seen chuckling to himself as he swept into the complex, forming up the runes that would allow him to bring yet more of his minions, and perhaps some of his masters, into reality...
I do not know of which chapter these Astartes were from. Their stand was valiant yet their death was swift. I observe to see if they have additional forces in the area which may be of use to my mission here. Mi'CTa'IN is another issue completely. forces have been dispatched to deal with this filth.
Sector C:
Imperial Fists have dispatched a small force of xenos Harlequins discovered in Sector C. The foolish xenos misidentified their objective and were forced to weather a hail of bolter fire as they advanced at full speed towards the Imperial Fists defensive line. Half died on the way, but those that made it into melee range cut a devastating path. The primaris mettle was tested this day, but not found lacking! Victory was won when the heroic lieutenant cut the head from the harlequin troupe master. The xenos were wiped from the field, but the lieutenant was left with few brothers...
This particular lieutenant may be useful in the coming months of htis campaign as I seek my objective.
Sector K:
Surveillance of this sector has seen a force of Harlequins and Chaos attacking each other over an undetermined objective. Under constant attack from warp energies the Harlequins crushed the horrors of Tzeentch only to be bogged down by the decaying hordes. Though they cut down many Pox Walkers with skill and speed the Harlequins were eventually ripped to ribbons by the Tzeentch Daemon Prince's claws...
This sector is not vital to my mission at the juncture however I realise we can not let a Daemon Prince come and go as he pleases. Deathwatch forces will be dispatched to Sector K to find this beast.
Sector D:
Drukhari in this sector have unearthed a Necron tomb. There are no remaining Drukhari to be concerned about. The Necrons have seen to that however other questions are now raised in this sector...
Sector N:
Reports have come across my desk that section of Adeptus Sororitas have engaged a battalion of Adeptus Mechanicus. I am at a loss at to the reasoning behind this conflict but must assume that their is some form of tech at stake here. Something that may be useful to me in the coming battles. The sister seem to have made short work of the Skitarii and then moved on so I have dispatched agents to determine what the Mechanicus were doing in the sector. Many hands are at play here it would seem...
Sector N1:
The first reports from sector N came through the Imperial vox system.
"They have found us!" Cracked the vox...
My spies then report that it appeared that Magus G was not phased, he had been expecting the sisters for a while. Spies even tell me he "had plans that were in place." Two units of sisters approached the compound but the Magus' forward ambush was in place and waiting. The hybrids emerged laying waste with claw and flame. Screaming "These whores of the fake emperor, who do they think they are." The hybrids tore through the unit with ease. While these xenos celebrated their victory the second unit of sisters moved with blinding speed catching the hybrid unit in the open. They were cut to pieces. The sisters then found the magus and his "glorious" run of sector leader was brought to an end. The cult was wiped from the sector. Only one message from Magus G was able to get to the cult hive. "Purge the witch"
It seems that the Adeptus Sororitas force that had engaged the Mechanicus moved onto to engage a xenos foe that I have been monitoring. It was another victory for strike force Pythia. After losing squad Dodona to a vile Cult ambush, squad Delphi punished the Xenos filth with harsh bolter fire destroying the hybrid abominations and the Magus...
I fear this is merely an underling Magus though and not the true threat that some are searching for here on Hydrapericles. How this cult has been able to utilise the Imperial vox network is also under investigation.
Sector D1:
More sightings of Dark Eldar have occurred, this time in Setctor D. Luckily enough for me they were shot to pieces as they crossed the plains with superior tactics being displayed by another contingent of Adeptus Mechanicus. The Harlequin leader with this force however slaughtered one Skitarri squad in CC, before being chopped apart by the Tech Priest and his mighty axe...
Following their slaughter of the xenos I dispatched word to the Mechanicus and they were instructed to engage the Necron forces in the area. Outnumbered by the metal xenos the Mechanicus focused fire on the Necron elites and brought them down to a single warrior, only to witness them regenerate before their very eyes. I understand the impact this can have on a soldier as I have seen this many times, however the reaction of the Mechanicus Priest tasked with this mission was somewhat... disturbing. A scream of rage and a suicidal charge carried the Tech Priest into the Necron warlord but did nothing, The ignorant Priest soon realised that these metal aboninations could heal faster than his metal apertures could kill...
I am unsure of this Priests status at this time, however none of his troops have lived.
Before I could bring my own wrath upon this tomb host it would appear that the whim of the Chaos Gods had their own plans for them.
As a squad of Deathwatch were about to engage the Necrons the forces of Khorne swarmed forward. Surprisingly their Necron foes braved themselves to accept the charge. Bloodletters fell left and right but in the end they made contact. The Necron commander was the first to fall and although they tried to fall back it was a futile effort as their metal skulls were claimed for the Skull God...
My deathwatch force continued to track this foul Chaos host, yet again before they could engage the Emperor's will intervened again. It seem that Hydrapericles has many fates weaving their will amongst my own.
As the Chaos foul Choas force was about to be engaged by my Deathwatch another small force of xenos came into play. The Dark Eldar out manoeuvred and out shot the Daemons led by the reincarnation of the foul Karanak. When the forces of Khorne finally got their chance to charge they fell at the hurdle and failed miserably. After that moment, the battle was lost...
Sector W:
This sector presents the most difficulty as far as my reports are concerned. None of my spies were in this sector so I am reliant on scarce vid footage that I have uncovered in addition to second hand source reports. By all accounts a small force of Adeptus Astartes, of the Salamanders chapter from what I can discern, engaged a Chaos host dedicated to Nurgle. The marines proved far superior, as is to be expected. They brought forth the wrath of the Emperor upon these foul plague marines and left none standing.
It is what come next that has me concerned. The Salamanders moved onto the next sector by all accounts and my information suggests that the remains of the heretics began to erupt and explode. Sightings tell of vicious xenos tearing themselves free from the inside of the carcasses of the heretic marines...
While loath to believe this without evidence, I am cautious to pass this off as superstitious ramblings of the general populace with everything that is beginning to unfold here on Hydrapericles.
It is therefore my duty to call upon the full extent of the Deathwatch under my command and bring them to bare on this planet.
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While the Imperial forces have held the advantage this first month of fighting, battle rages on all fronts and many sectors have fallen to both Xenos and Chaos threats. I am still on track to achieve my mission. This planet had better be worth it.
Report ends.......
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Engagements Commenced ........... New Fleets Inbound .........
..Decrypting...............Decrypting.................Decrypting..............Success......
For urgent attention of High Lords and encryption into Ordo Logs:
Battle has commenced on Hydrapericles. New fleets have been seen in sector. My spies report that a force of Khorne have torn through reality led by a foul beast known to our records as Karanak. I am led to believe that this monstrosity was formally know by the common tongue as Dan Collins before the beast gave fully over to the worship of Khorne. Stories of this foul beast are gaining traction in the local population. It is said that
++--++-+ Karanak is here to hunt down those who insult Khorne’s raging pride through insufficient tribute, cowardice, or the use of weakling magic. Relentless, tireless and full of cruel malice, the Hound of Vengeance will not cease his hunt until he tastes his quarry’s flesh between his fangs. ++--++-+-+++
Whispers among the peasants are that +++--+++ there is no hiding from the three-headed Karanak, who follows the blood scent of his quarry across all of space, time and dreams in service to his master. To the Blood God it matters not at all who triumphs in this conflict. The very act of defending the planet against his daemonic legions seems to lend him strength; every burst of violence, every roar of hatred and every knife driven into soft flesh, is an act of worship to Khorne in his mind, whether it is intended as such or not. Human, Tyranid, T’au, Aeldari or Ork – all are mere playthings whose petty squabbles attempt to quench his endless thirst for slaughter. ++--+++ While merely rumour among the populace at present this filthy beast has been placed high on my personal hit list and an agent from the Officio Assassinorum has been contacted.
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In addition to this Khorne incursion, scans from the Tim Nesbitt probes located in the outer sector have also detected signs of Tzeentch Daemon Prince Mor'Gwae. As you know from our records this filth believes
+++--++ It is the will of the Chaos Gods to change the fate of this world and those that now encroach upon it. The beast is here to try and seize this chance to spread the plague. ++--++ Rest assured he will be stopped.
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More Xenos have also been found spreading their seed amongst this loyal sector of Imperial citizens. I have finally uncovered more on the suspected Genestealer cult being lead by the mysterious Fury. I have uncovered a manifesto on the body of a local, bloated, peasant that speaks of Magus Fury. I enclose the following transcript "For centuries the great one has sown his seed. Growing the brotherhood, spreading his will through the hives at every level. The time has come... the great devourer is coming and we must prepare for ascension. Our lord emperor will be among us soon to fill us with his light. Crush the heretics that worship the false emperor. Teach them the ways of light.
I am yet to determine the full influence of this cult leader but if my suspicions are correct many infected citizens will fall to my blade before the cult is eradicated from Hydrapericles.
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Yet another faction of Orks has been seen in the outlying lands to the west. Loyal subject David Kennedy has reported that they are being led by a Weirdboy and further intelligence has unscramled these comms between the weirdboy and an undetermined source. "We 'eard there waz sum trubble brewing so we jumped in our space trukk and sped off for a bit of a rumble." Imperial forces are being sent to intercept this small force before there is any chance for them to merge with other Ork factions on Hydrapericles.
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Unfortunately during reconnaissance a local militia scouting force seems to have stumbled across a possible Necron burial area. The scouting party led by Mark Adamthwaite uncovered the following transmission while in the southern sector.
"Meat sacks have trespassed within the perimeter of our outlier surveillance matrix on Hydrapericles . Reanimation protocol transmitted to dormant sentry force to interdict and eradicate the flesh vermin from this world. - 'Bubba' Hotept out"
More investigation is underway.....++++--+++
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Transmissions have also been picked up through the Mic Fair satellite network and they seem to be a broadcast of propaganda and the beliefs of Tau. I am unsure what to make of this but have included it for your records.
"The region of space within the Tau empire known as Hiroshi Adeko Tri-cluster, or H.A.T was once a productive and loyal part of the empire. Production and tithes from this region has steadily been decreasing and rumours are growing of multiple incursions of lesser race encroaching on the empires sovereignty. The troops from the Ling Sept have been sent to the H.A.T to seek out these dissidents. Their commander, Terry has accounted himself with honour in numerous campaigns across the empire and has made considerable contributions to the greater good. All is poised for Terry and his Tau-Ling to restore the glory of the H.A.T!
While further analysis is needed I do not believe this is fake news and have therefore begun preparations to deal with an imminent Tau presence on Hydrapericles.
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With the mass of enemy forces falling on Hydrapericles beyond the logistics of my current entourage I have put forth a call to Adeptus Astartes in the sector and the following marine forces are inbound:
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Captain Crominius of the Salamanders Chapter are inbound aboard the frigate Ayden Tate. With the current flood of xenos into the Imperial space regions, the Salamanders and their primaris marines have been given orders to scout and destroy all xenos in the area.
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I have been informed through my legion channels that Wolf Lord Lars Krakenfrightener has come to the planet Hydrapericles to investigate rumoured sightings of the faux-loyalist Dark Angels Chicken Wing. Apparently the traitorous Primarch-hiders have dared engage loyal Astartes, afterwards trying to pass off their heresy as "learning games" and attempting to prove these lies by turning on their daemonic, would-be allies! With the knowledge of this Space Wolves force in sector I have sent adjunct Karlos Gajewski to petition their assistance.
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Finally Adeptus Astartes Commander Lucian aboard the Jason Bartholomew has been petitioned as well. With all the Foul xenos scum that have been gathering on Hydrapericles for some unknown, most likely malevolent purpose. It is the job of the Medusa's chapter to head off this threat. Battle hardened in the forge's of war, with trained bolter fire they will smite any and all foul xenos.
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I envisage that the coming battles while small in scale will be vast in number. I take my leave now and prepare my mind for the onslaught to come.
+++++++Transmission ends.........
Engagements Commenced ........... New Fleets Inbound .........
..Decrypting...............Decrypting.................Decrypting..............Success......
For urgent attention of High Lords and encryption into Ordo Logs:
Battle has commenced on Hydrapericles. New fleets have been seen in sector. My spies report that a force of Khorne have torn through reality led by a foul beast known to our records as Karanak. I am led to believe that this monstrosity was formally know by the common tongue as Dan Collins before the beast gave fully over to the worship of Khorne. Stories of this foul beast are gaining traction in the local population. It is said that
++--++-+ Karanak is here to hunt down those who insult Khorne’s raging pride through insufficient tribute, cowardice, or the use of weakling magic. Relentless, tireless and full of cruel malice, the Hound of Vengeance will not cease his hunt until he tastes his quarry’s flesh between his fangs. ++--++-+-+++
Whispers among the peasants are that +++--+++ there is no hiding from the three-headed Karanak, who follows the blood scent of his quarry across all of space, time and dreams in service to his master. To the Blood God it matters not at all who triumphs in this conflict. The very act of defending the planet against his daemonic legions seems to lend him strength; every burst of violence, every roar of hatred and every knife driven into soft flesh, is an act of worship to Khorne in his mind, whether it is intended as such or not. Human, Tyranid, T’au, Aeldari or Ork – all are mere playthings whose petty squabbles attempt to quench his endless thirst for slaughter. ++--+++ While merely rumour among the populace at present this filthy beast has been placed high on my personal hit list and an agent from the Officio Assassinorum has been contacted.
+++---+++-++--++
In addition to this Khorne incursion, scans from the Tim Nesbitt probes located in the outer sector have also detected signs of Tzeentch Daemon Prince Mor'Gwae. As you know from our records this filth believes
+++--++ It is the will of the Chaos Gods to change the fate of this world and those that now encroach upon it. The beast is here to try and seize this chance to spread the plague. ++--++ Rest assured he will be stopped.
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More Xenos have also been found spreading their seed amongst this loyal sector of Imperial citizens. I have finally uncovered more on the suspected Genestealer cult being lead by the mysterious Fury. I have uncovered a manifesto on the body of a local, bloated, peasant that speaks of Magus Fury. I enclose the following transcript "For centuries the great one has sown his seed. Growing the brotherhood, spreading his will through the hives at every level. The time has come... the great devourer is coming and we must prepare for ascension. Our lord emperor will be among us soon to fill us with his light. Crush the heretics that worship the false emperor. Teach them the ways of light.
I am yet to determine the full influence of this cult leader but if my suspicions are correct many infected citizens will fall to my blade before the cult is eradicated from Hydrapericles.
+++--+++++
Yet another faction of Orks has been seen in the outlying lands to the west. Loyal subject David Kennedy has reported that they are being led by a Weirdboy and further intelligence has unscramled these comms between the weirdboy and an undetermined source. "We 'eard there waz sum trubble brewing so we jumped in our space trukk and sped off for a bit of a rumble." Imperial forces are being sent to intercept this small force before there is any chance for them to merge with other Ork factions on Hydrapericles.
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Unfortunately during reconnaissance a local militia scouting force seems to have stumbled across a possible Necron burial area. The scouting party led by Mark Adamthwaite uncovered the following transmission while in the southern sector.
"Meat sacks have trespassed within the perimeter of our outlier surveillance matrix on Hydrapericles . Reanimation protocol transmitted to dormant sentry force to interdict and eradicate the flesh vermin from this world. - 'Bubba' Hotept out"
More investigation is underway.....++++--+++
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Transmissions have also been picked up through the Mic Fair satellite network and they seem to be a broadcast of propaganda and the beliefs of Tau. I am unsure what to make of this but have included it for your records.
"The region of space within the Tau empire known as Hiroshi Adeko Tri-cluster, or H.A.T was once a productive and loyal part of the empire. Production and tithes from this region has steadily been decreasing and rumours are growing of multiple incursions of lesser race encroaching on the empires sovereignty. The troops from the Ling Sept have been sent to the H.A.T to seek out these dissidents. Their commander, Terry has accounted himself with honour in numerous campaigns across the empire and has made considerable contributions to the greater good. All is poised for Terry and his Tau-Ling to restore the glory of the H.A.T!
While further analysis is needed I do not believe this is fake news and have therefore begun preparations to deal with an imminent Tau presence on Hydrapericles.
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With the mass of enemy forces falling on Hydrapericles beyond the logistics of my current entourage I have put forth a call to Adeptus Astartes in the sector and the following marine forces are inbound:
+++---+-+-+-+++
Captain Crominius of the Salamanders Chapter are inbound aboard the frigate Ayden Tate. With the current flood of xenos into the Imperial space regions, the Salamanders and their primaris marines have been given orders to scout and destroy all xenos in the area.
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I have been informed through my legion channels that Wolf Lord Lars Krakenfrightener has come to the planet Hydrapericles to investigate rumoured sightings of the faux-loyalist Dark Angels Chicken Wing. Apparently the traitorous Primarch-hiders have dared engage loyal Astartes, afterwards trying to pass off their heresy as "learning games" and attempting to prove these lies by turning on their daemonic, would-be allies! With the knowledge of this Space Wolves force in sector I have sent adjunct Karlos Gajewski to petition their assistance.
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Finally Adeptus Astartes Commander Lucian aboard the Jason Bartholomew has been petitioned as well. With all the Foul xenos scum that have been gathering on Hydrapericles for some unknown, most likely malevolent purpose. It is the job of the Medusa's chapter to head off this threat. Battle hardened in the forge's of war, with trained bolter fire they will smite any and all foul xenos.
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I envisage that the coming battles while small in scale will be vast in number. I take my leave now and prepare my mind for the onslaught to come.
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Incoming Data Sync ....... High Command Update Request ......
...... Decrypting...............Decrypting.................Decrypting..............Partial Success......
Lord Marcasiuz your reports have been received and filed with the appropriate administratum serfs for further classification and encryption into the Ordo Logs. It is vital that this endeavour succeeds and your true purpose remains appropriately, shrouded. The presence of XXXXXXXXXXXXXX is looming and this XXXXXXX XXXXXXX is XXXXXXXXXX. The build up of forces in the Novocastrium system is concerning considering the importance of Hydrapericles to XXXXXXXXXXXXXX. As such we are sending reinforcements to the system under false orders. Use or manipulate these assets as necessary. Keep us informed of any other assets that may become viable in this sector.
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Request from Lord inquisitor received ............ Astropathical interception initiated....................... incoming............... Inquisitor Marcasiuz standby............ standby............standby..............link established.........Subject >>> Russell Hart, >>>>>> Rank >>>> Imperial officer - chronicler >>>> Location >>>>> Imperial frigate Iron Gaze, command deck >>>>> Attempting resonance stabilisation.........standby..........standby.......... subject link stabilised.......begin Inquisition sanctioned thought transference transmission >>>>> +++--++-+-+-+++---++
Capt Jeda Corm looked out across the hold of the Imperial frigate, at his company of 8th Gondwanan Peacekeepers, busily shining their helmets. He shook his head. "Peacekeepers". An ironic moniker for a Astra Militarum regiment heralding from a planet that hadn't seen war for as long as anyone could remember. And yet here they were, inbound to some Emperor forsaken planet to hold the line against all manner of heretics and xenos, with their soft, parade-ground bodies and their bright blue flak armour. All because of an Administratum error. It was supposed to be an intra system garrison rotation via troop barge, but instead they'd been loaded onto a frigate fully prepped and fuelled for war. Oops. They shared this hold with an interesting mix of other forces - in one corner a scarred and grizzled squad of Kasrkin decked in urban camouflage, survivors of the now dead planet Cadia - in another, a pack of small dark abhumans with fuzzy hair and long sniper rifles. The Captain didn't rate his companies chances once they landed planetside. This was a death sentence. They were going straight to the Throne Room...+++---++++
........Thought transference severed.......standby.........standby........standby........
"Kill that astropath now Caide, his job is done."
"Yes, Lord Marcasiuz. As my Lord wills it."
+++--++++
"What have the servo skull vids returned from my request of evidence against Dylan Gajewski?"
"The footage was scrambled Lord. A transcript interpretation is the best I could gather. Would you like me to read the scroll Lord?"
"So be it."
"It appears this Imperial citizen is linked to another Deathwatch detachment somehow my Lord. Some of my intel implies he may even be an Inquisitor."
"Let the reasons and implications of my evidence gathering be of no concern to you Caide, lest you too come under my watch"
"Aye, my Lord! The evidence shows that a
+++--++-++++++-- Warboss Klink was bouncing with anticipation for the waaagh on Hydrapericles. He could almost feel the thundering explosions rattling through his body, and the screams of his enemies as they burned. He could smell the charred flesh of the battlefield. Too late he realised these sensations were coming from his own battle ship as it was torn apart by the intercepting battle barge of Imperial Fists primaris captain Gortez. Gortez was impressed by the Intel he'd been given by watch master Marius, who'd known exactly where and when to strike the ork vessel to ensure its complete destruction with maximum efficiency. The ork threat was eliminated but Gortez knew there was something big happening on Hydrapericles. After a quick report to watch master Marius, Gortez set course. ++++---++-----++++++
"The details of this concern me Caide."
"I had suspected that they may, my Lord. The warp interference with the data transmission appears to have scrambled reports however the evidence is clear. This Gortez appears to be a Space Marine of the Imperial Fists chapter and he has been receiving intel from Watch Master Marius. I realise this may cause some, shall we say, issues, with our current objective here, so I have already dispatched a temporary solution Lord Marcasiuz."
"Your temporary solutions do not usually bode well for either of us Caide. We can not allow another Watch Master to become involved in this situation. It also appears your intel may be correct regarding Gajewski. Keep an eye on him."
"Aye, sir"
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Encrypted transmission incoming ..........
decrypting...........decrypting........decrypting..............
+++++Subject: Hydrapericles Breach+++++
>>>Restricted to clearance level Ebon Maxima>>>>
+++Viewing by unauthorised parties is grounds for execution+++
+++++Transmission origin: Inquisitor Katrylis+++++
Lord Marcasiuz your recommendation for vigilance on Hydrapericles has been most fortuitous. Our collaboration may again prove useful in the eyes of the Emperor. My Grey Knights have intercepted a foul disciple of the warp gods named Kieran Pink. His reckless use of artefacts, far beyond his knowledge, have given rise to a daemon.
+++---++-----++++-++-++
Slipping from warp space into reality with an almost sub audible 'pop', Mi'CTa'IN has led his forces into the dark moist caves under the northern mountains. If they are able to remain unmolested for long enough, he will be able to widen the tear in reality and bring through an invasion force large enough to engulf the entire planet, then the system. But first things first, he will have to find some sacrifices. ++++--++++-+
We can not allow this to occur. While I understand, from Imperial records, that Hydrapericles has nothing to offer me, the rise of this daemon, and your very presence in the sector are a cause for concern. After our last collaboration I understand that asking for full disclosure is pointless so I am simply going to inform you that I am en route to Hydrapericles. I trust that when I make planetfall you will give me the courtesy of a personal visit.
++++Transmission Ends++++
"Caide, inform High Command that another viable asset has just come into play."
Incoming Data Sync ....... High Command Update Request ......
...... Decrypting...............Decrypting.................Decrypting..............Partial Success......
Lord Marcasiuz your reports have been received and filed with the appropriate administratum serfs for further classification and encryption into the Ordo Logs. It is vital that this endeavour succeeds and your true purpose remains appropriately, shrouded. The presence of XXXXXXXXXXXXXX is looming and this XXXXXXX XXXXXXX is XXXXXXXXXX. The build up of forces in the Novocastrium system is concerning considering the importance of Hydrapericles to XXXXXXXXXXXXXX. As such we are sending reinforcements to the system under false orders. Use or manipulate these assets as necessary. Keep us informed of any other assets that may become viable in this sector.
Transmission ends.............++++--++-----++++
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Request from Lord inquisitor received ............ Astropathical interception initiated....................... incoming............... Inquisitor Marcasiuz standby............ standby............standby..............link established.........Subject >>> Russell Hart, >>>>>> Rank >>>> Imperial officer - chronicler >>>> Location >>>>> Imperial frigate Iron Gaze, command deck >>>>> Attempting resonance stabilisation.........standby..........standby.......... subject link stabilised.......begin Inquisition sanctioned thought transference transmission >>>>> +++--++-+-+-+++---++
Capt Jeda Corm looked out across the hold of the Imperial frigate, at his company of 8th Gondwanan Peacekeepers, busily shining their helmets. He shook his head. "Peacekeepers". An ironic moniker for a Astra Militarum regiment heralding from a planet that hadn't seen war for as long as anyone could remember. And yet here they were, inbound to some Emperor forsaken planet to hold the line against all manner of heretics and xenos, with their soft, parade-ground bodies and their bright blue flak armour. All because of an Administratum error. It was supposed to be an intra system garrison rotation via troop barge, but instead they'd been loaded onto a frigate fully prepped and fuelled for war. Oops. They shared this hold with an interesting mix of other forces - in one corner a scarred and grizzled squad of Kasrkin decked in urban camouflage, survivors of the now dead planet Cadia - in another, a pack of small dark abhumans with fuzzy hair and long sniper rifles. The Captain didn't rate his companies chances once they landed planetside. This was a death sentence. They were going straight to the Throne Room...+++---++++
........Thought transference severed.......standby.........standby........standby........
"Kill that astropath now Caide, his job is done."
"Yes, Lord Marcasiuz. As my Lord wills it."
+++--++++
"What have the servo skull vids returned from my request of evidence against Dylan Gajewski?"
"The footage was scrambled Lord. A transcript interpretation is the best I could gather. Would you like me to read the scroll Lord?"
"So be it."
"It appears this Imperial citizen is linked to another Deathwatch detachment somehow my Lord. Some of my intel implies he may even be an Inquisitor."
"Let the reasons and implications of my evidence gathering be of no concern to you Caide, lest you too come under my watch"
"Aye, my Lord! The evidence shows that a
+++--++-++++++-- Warboss Klink was bouncing with anticipation for the waaagh on Hydrapericles. He could almost feel the thundering explosions rattling through his body, and the screams of his enemies as they burned. He could smell the charred flesh of the battlefield. Too late he realised these sensations were coming from his own battle ship as it was torn apart by the intercepting battle barge of Imperial Fists primaris captain Gortez. Gortez was impressed by the Intel he'd been given by watch master Marius, who'd known exactly where and when to strike the ork vessel to ensure its complete destruction with maximum efficiency. The ork threat was eliminated but Gortez knew there was something big happening on Hydrapericles. After a quick report to watch master Marius, Gortez set course. ++++---++-----++++++
"The details of this concern me Caide."
"I had suspected that they may, my Lord. The warp interference with the data transmission appears to have scrambled reports however the evidence is clear. This Gortez appears to be a Space Marine of the Imperial Fists chapter and he has been receiving intel from Watch Master Marius. I realise this may cause some, shall we say, issues, with our current objective here, so I have already dispatched a temporary solution Lord Marcasiuz."
"Your temporary solutions do not usually bode well for either of us Caide. We can not allow another Watch Master to become involved in this situation. It also appears your intel may be correct regarding Gajewski. Keep an eye on him."
"Aye, sir"
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Encrypted transmission incoming ..........
decrypting...........decrypting........decrypting..............
+++++Subject: Hydrapericles Breach+++++
>>>Restricted to clearance level Ebon Maxima>>>>
+++Viewing by unauthorised parties is grounds for execution+++
+++++Transmission origin: Inquisitor Katrylis+++++
Lord Marcasiuz your recommendation for vigilance on Hydrapericles has been most fortuitous. Our collaboration may again prove useful in the eyes of the Emperor. My Grey Knights have intercepted a foul disciple of the warp gods named Kieran Pink. His reckless use of artefacts, far beyond his knowledge, have given rise to a daemon.
+++---++-----++++-++-++
Slipping from warp space into reality with an almost sub audible 'pop', Mi'CTa'IN has led his forces into the dark moist caves under the northern mountains. If they are able to remain unmolested for long enough, he will be able to widen the tear in reality and bring through an invasion force large enough to engulf the entire planet, then the system. But first things first, he will have to find some sacrifices. ++++--++++-+
We can not allow this to occur. While I understand, from Imperial records, that Hydrapericles has nothing to offer me, the rise of this daemon, and your very presence in the sector are a cause for concern. After our last collaboration I understand that asking for full disclosure is pointless so I am simply going to inform you that I am en route to Hydrapericles. I trust that when I make planetfall you will give me the courtesy of a personal visit.
++++Transmission Ends++++
"Caide, inform High Command that another viable asset has just come into play."
++-+---+1720.6.25.A1 ++-+---+
Report to High Command from Inquisitor Marcasiuz
Begin transmission...
.......Decrypting.........Decrypting.........Decrypt......Successful!
+++--- Several Traitor Legions have been detected on route to Hydrapericles --+++
#+- At present my eyes have gathered intel on two main forces which appear to both worship the pestilent atrocity know in the common tongue as Nurgle. The first force appears to be entering the system from the northern segmentum lead by Plague Lord Skryzen. My sources lead me to believe this Plague Lord was formerly a loyal subject known as Chris Smith. By all accounts they intend to reach Hydrapericles
++--+++ to claim it for Father Nurgle in hopes for rapid expansion to spread his loathsome plague to all corners of the galaxy. ++---+++ I will not allow this to happen and have already sent word to the Greyknights legion that reinforcements may be required.
##++-- This force is being closely followed by another dedicating themselves to the lord of plague intent
++**--+ to spread the blessings of Nurgle, and wallow in the misery of the Imperium and appears to be led by someone known as Khorak. Spies tell me that a local by the name of Aaron Paul may be involved so I have dispatched Leah to infiltrate this evilazza's camp.
Scans had also reported that an undefined traitor marine force full of Fury may have been inbound however further analysis of these scans has lead us to believe there may be some xenos taint on the vessel carrying these troops. Standby for further information on this force...
+++--- Xenos forces in sector ---+++
*#++ Several comms have been intercepted and my astropaths are ever vigilantly scouring the warp for any trace of xenos taint. My detachment of Deathwatch stand at the ready and so far we have three main threats identified.
My astropaths mindtapped the underling, Karlos Gajewski, of Xenos Imperial Threat 1 and his thoughts are somewhat grandiose....
+++--++-+
The Shadow Seer Tor Vern has scried the twisting, ephermeral strands of the Web of Fates and forseen a potential nexus. If the Laughing God and his followers were to guide certain strands to converge, they might hasten the birth of his brother Ynnead and drive back She Who Thirsts. Gathering his troupe, The Shifting Veil, and appealing to a small warband of the Drukhari pledged to the redemption promised by Yvraine, Tor Vern sets out along a long forgotten spur of the web way for the planet Hydrapericles, that a dream might be born into reality.
+++--++ While these aliens often think of themselves in the flattering terms above this reality they seek will not be permitted. ++--==+-++
The second Xenos threat was discovered as Imperial citizen Jamie Kelly was found by one of my agents implanted with the seed of a foul Tyranid creature. His mind was destroyed and his body was ripped apart from the inside, as we delved into the fragments of the hive mind that were present, to discover the following intel... ++=--+++ Optimus Prime had one too many acid brews one night with his Warriors and thought it would be fun to play with the hive fleets nav controls. He woke up to find him and his posse in xenos jail with sore heads and no memory of insulting the swarmlord. Swarmy promptly exiled him down on Hydrapericles, the planet that they had accidentally clipped due to the course correction. Part of the hive fleets behemoth of a ship had broken off and landed on the planet, so Optimus at least found that he had a small force at his disposal. Perhaps if he colonised Hydrapericles then Swarmy might forget the insult to his Nid-hood (which Optimus had drunkenly insinuated was smaller than his toxin sack) and welcome him back to the Kraken! ++---++ We are unsure what to make of this at present. The citizen's mind is obviously very far gone and my staff are unable to determine if this has been caused by the hive mind influence or is simply part of the ramblings of a mad man. Time will tell and we will suffer not the alien to live regardless of whether these facts are true.
+++--++++ This force may be linked to a suspected Tyranid cult that we have intercepted comms from. Kent Fury has been on the local militia list of known mad men due to his over drinking and inconsistent decisions. He always seems to be changing stories when questioned about local incidents. Nothing ever seems consistent with this mad man and authorities have recently begun to suspect that he may have been implanted with Tyranid genes at some point as well. Jordania has been dispatched to trail and gather with authorised seduction if necessary. More intel is sure to follow.
++--++++- Xenos threat 3 is possibly more disturbing than the last. A local MP, by the name of Darrell Keirnan, who is known to liaise with Wun Hung'Lo, a Xenos of the Tau has let his loose lips slip in a bar and was overheard saying "Hung'Lo is scouting out possible locations for a secret Tau Rape Dungeon. Commander Shadowsun must NOT find out!" ++--+++
I am leaving this matter in the hands of the local authorities at present as I believe they can handle what appears to be a small, somewhat drunk, renegade xenos force. I will step in with deathwatch intervention if required.
+++--- Imperial Forces in Sector ---+++
The following Imperial forces are in the sector with several already making planetfall on Hydrapericles. I am watching carefully to determine whether these various agents of the Emperor are here purely due to coincidence or whether some form of divine intervention is occurring. I have sent an Imperial scribe to each commander to gather information. Below is what we have discovered so far.
+--++--++ Imperial scribe Daniel Corp has spoken with Lord Danaraxis of the unforgiven and reports that he was told it is simply a routine patrol of the Dark Angels. I believe it is more likely they are ++--*--++ tracing reports of the fallen to the system++-_*+++ It is still inconceivable to me that the Dark Angels think we do not know about this secret that drives them. ++-++
++---+-++ Scribe Lyndsay Steele has report that Terion of the Imperial Fists has informed him the force is ++--++ "Looking for some dope ass Gene Seed pools" ++--+++- I am continually amused when a Marine of the God Emperor attempts to use humour.
+-++-+ Rob Sutterby, loyal scribe, has spoken with Lt. Robin Marcassin of the Relictors Marines and reported that ++--++ Lt. Marcassin has been deployed to this uncontrolled area of space, at the head of a primaris marine detachment, to find and fight back against enemy movements in the region. ++--++ I have a profound admiration for this marine and I am unsure whether it is because of his straight forward dealings with my scribe, the fact he is here to serve the Emperor or simply that his name is so similar to mine. Katinka tells me it is the name, but what would she know.
+--+++--+ An unexpected force of Adepta Sororitas has entered the sector and Scribe John Hammond met with Canoness Minerva Du'Voe who has informed him that ++--++-+- a traitorous heretic from the Imperium has sought refuge on Hydrapericles before these recent hostilities started. Her Strike force Pythia is now on-route with a small scouting force already making planetfall to scout out the surroundings.++--+-+--+ I admit that I was unaware of this heretic she is chasing. I have dispatched Katinka to investigate this possible heretic further.
+-++--++ There have also been some disturbing reports across my vid screen regarding an Adeptus Mechanicus operative named Cognis 2.0. The mind serf I have named Ben Tranter, after a humorous citizen I knew on Terra, has discovered a wealth of information regarding Cognis 2.0, Apparently known as +++--++- + The data smith that dug too deep. Second in charge of the forge world Brakas, Cognis had been warned many times by the Fabricator General never to go into the forgotten archives deep underground, and instead spend his time polishing and maintaining the Titan Legion parked above. But headstrong and eager, Cognis always itched to delve into the ancient information that man was not meant to know. And one day when the Fabricator General was off on a trip to Mars, Cognis broke into the lost data banks and data mined back centuries. But the General had been right to warn him, instead of ancient STC designs, Cognis's probes instead unlocked a huge torrent of 21st century 4chan posts. Worst still, Cognis had left the data ports open an a flood of porn viruses and My Little Brony memes flooded into the Forge World systems, multiplying and overwhelming everything. The damage was immense. In the end they had to completely mind-wipe the machine spirits of all twelve of the Warlord Titans and all their backups, leaving the Titans completely non-functional. Now Cognis is in a desperate race against time - can he find the only know off-world backup of the Titan's minds on the planet of Hydrapericals and restore the Titan Legion before his boss gets back? ++--++-+
With so many threats, and a variety of Imperial agents that may yet prove to be more of a hinderance to my mission than a help, it will be vital to deploy my detachment of Deathwatch at the right time, and it seems, to the right region. Concealment of our true purpose here is vital, so these Xenos and Chaos forces may prove to be useful to the greater mission. Time will tell. While we wait for the variety of pieces to fall into place the Imperial citizens on this dismal little planet of Hydrapericles go about their business, oblivious to the danger that is mere moments from wiping their very existence from the Emperor light. +++--+-++--+++
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.......Incoming>>>>>Incoming>>>>>Incoming.......
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Information has reached me that initial reports were falsified. My agents have learned that intel on several other forces approaching Hydrapericles were intercepted by an unknown agent. Further details will follow. What we know so far is this. +++--+++
The remains of Imperial liaison Warren Leahey were discovered, left ravaged by slavery to what appears to be Dark Eldar weapons of torture, by a local rogue trader. His last known whereabouts were the outpost on the moon of Novacastrium where he was sent to met a local trader named Kappin Merl S'tubin. It turns out this was a ruse and the so called meeting was simply a front to trap potential slaves. The following communique was discovered with his remains and deciphered. -++-+---++
"Even ravaging pirates need a holiday now and then. So the crew of the cruise ship Das Loov Boat was hosting an end of pillaging season, meet the cousins knees-up for the boys and girls of the City of Commorragh and the Webway. Kappin S'tubin, following the advice of the ships entertainment officer M'ar Hat'tam, had gathered everyone together, leaving all of their bikes and buses behind at the Holiday Inn, and organised a day trip to the local Imperial Outpost, Seelz Rox, for some fun. Mixing the deviant desires of the Drukhari, the Harlequins well known love of a laugh, a few imported bottles of Klingon blood-wine and Romulan ale and some locals seemed like a good idea at the time... plus, what happens on tour, stays on tour. But, somehow the word had gotten out and now every cunt in the Galaxy was pitching a tent, and worse, not paying their fees to the local Park Ranger, Overlord Fury. The only thing to do now is fight through the drop-ins at the beach, get our bikes, drink some go-go juice and thin the crowd out a little --- apologies to various tv shows." +++--++
This deciphered information appears to be some form of sick Dark Eldar memory log. I have dispatched agents to determine if this is information coded into a message to try and alert us or merely what happens to a tortured mind enslaved by the Dark Eldar. ++--++++-+-++
Reports from Imperial serf Kendall Williams have also been intercepted that suggest Lieutenant Gonville Caine of the Astra Militarum is inbound ++----+++-++--+ report follows........
By order of Highlord Stricta Vagia, the Astra Militarium forces of the Praetorian 11th are to establish a bulwark on Hydrapericles in preparation for the assimilation of the Star System for the Imperial Good; in the name of the Emperor and his returned son. ++--+----+++-+
As an aside, a more detailed report has arrived from the scribe I sent to meet with the Relictors ++---++--+++-++
****DELETED****DELETED****** "it would seem that the arrival of the forces from the Relictors chapter are not necessarily in the interests of the Imperium as I had previously been lead to believe. Lt Marcassin seems increasingly intent on finding tears in the warp, which are frequent due to the nearby storms. I have not been able to ascertain why the Relictors are so interested in these phenomena, however it seems entirely self-serving at this time. The marines under Marcassin's command revile in any tainted artifact they can find, my spies have even heard one remark, whilst handling a case of corrupted boltgun ammunition "we need to be field testing these" May the God-Emperor keep me safe from what I fear is the turning of the Primar******DELETED*****DELETED***** +++---++++-+--++
I have fears for the scribes life however he serves willingly and the Emperor's light will shine upon him when the time comes.