The Shield-Captain moved with light speed that belied his towering stature and armoured bulk. He took the shells on his pauldron, weathering their explosive impacts, then fired back in return, pummelling the Brazen Drake with ammunition as he strode swiftly forward.

One shot blew a ragged crater in the Space Marine’s right greave and Tyvar’s spear-blade swept down in an arc intended to bifurcate the warrior’s helm. It met Gerion’s own sword with a crack of power, and the wounded battle-brother seized his chance to duck back and put a runic console between himself and danger.

‘You have torn this fleet in two, traitor!’ spat Gerion at Tyvar, as the two warriors pressed against one another’s blades. ‘You have turned on the Emperor’s loyal servants. You have slain my brothers and forced my hand!'


Psychic Awakening: Consequences