Grimdark

WH40k Dark Heresy - Calixis Sector M.41

Frendan_Brazier

The universe of Warhammer 40,000 is strongly dystopic, using elements from Gothic fantasy and Scifi

Author's Note: Mankind is xenophobic, and tyrannical. "In the grim darkness of the far future, there is only war." Iron hands, who believe that Human flesh is weak and easily corruptible, and strive to replace their organic bodies with more "pure" bionic substitutes, thus closely emulating the faith of the Adeptus Mechanicus' Cult Mechanicus. Primarch Ferrus Manus lost, beheaded by Fulgrim. Clan Raukaan has 136 Space Marines of 11 claves, the clan commander's retinue and the clan fleet, as well as a small clan pool of vehicles and 23,451 mortal auxiliaries drawn from Medusa's natives. the dieties of this world include - The God Emperor of Mankind, immobile, body slowly crumbling, within the Golden Throne of Terra for over 10,000 standard years. Although once a living man, body can no longer support life, and it is kept intact only by the cybernetic mechanisms of the Golden Throne and a potent mind itself sustained by the daily sacrifice of thousands of lives. The four primary Chaos Gods are: Khorne, The Blood God -- God of War, Murder, Rage and Battle - Tzeentch, The Changer of the Ways -- God of Change, Sorcery, Fate and Hope - Nurgle, The Plague Lord -- God of Death, Disease, Despair and Decay - Slaanesh, The Dark Prince -- God of Pleasure, Pain, Sensation, Excess and Desire - the main villains of this adventure will be The Emperor's Children, a Traitor Legion of Chaos Space Marines who devote themselves solely to the service of Slaanesh, secondary factions include... the Imperial Guard is the largest fighting force in the galaxy It is comprised of billions of men A Planetary Defence Force, the local military of an Imperial world. The Inquisition, is a secret organisation that acts as the secret police force and primary intelligence service of the Imperium The Adeptus Mechanicus is the Cult of the Machine based on Mars which provides the Imperium with its scientists, engineers and technicians. the servants of the Mechanicus worship the "Omnissiah"

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Slaaneshi Chaos Cultist

FFrendan_Brazier

CR 2•Medium Humanoid

HP Range40 - 50 (Avg: 45)

AC12

XP450

Description

Chaos Cultists are fervent worshippers of the Dark Gods, driven by desperation and the promise of power. They often hide their true nature behind the facade of legitimate organizations, waiting for the right moment to unleash chaos upon the Imperium. Armed with primitive weapons and fueled by fanaticism, they seek to overthrow the established order and bring about a new era of darkness.

Details

Size	Medium
Type	Humanoid
CR	2
XP	450
Languages	Common, Dark Tongue

Defenses

Armor Class	12
HP Range	40 - 50 (Avg: 45)
Damage Vulnerabilities	None
Damage Resistances	None
Damage Immunities	None
Condition Immunities	None

Actions

Chaos Bolt

The Chaos Cultist hurls a bolt of chaotic energy at a target, dealing 2d8 damage of a random type (fire, cold, lightning, or poison) on a hit.

Cultist's Command

The Chaos Cultist can issue a command to nearby allies, allowing them to use their reaction to move up to half their speed without provoking opportunity attacks.

Cursed Shot

The cultist fires their autogun, dealing 1d10 piercing damage. On a hit, the target must succeed on a DC 12 Wisdom saving throw or become frightened until the end of their next turn.

Dark Ritual

The Chaos Cultist performs a dark ritual, summoning chaotic energies to empower themselves or their allies, granting advantage on their next attack roll.

Rallying Cry

The cultist inspires their allies, granting them advantage on their next attack roll.

Summon Chaos

Once per day, the cultist can attempt to summon a minor daemon to aid them in battle. The daemon appears in an unoccupied space within 30 feet and acts on the cultist's initiative.