The Soul Drinkers Chapter is a chapter with a long history, it is said that it can even be traced back to the Second Founding of the Army.
Like the Astral Knights, the Soul Drinkers are also considered a sub-chamber of the Imperial Fists, but they do not have their own home planet, instead operating from a fleet.
A total of more than 400 warriors arrived in Valedo this time, including Chapter Master Golgri, but more than 50% of them were new recruits. For the Soul Drinkers Chapter, this operation was more like a
Recruit trials.
Obviously, the Soul Drinker also knew the identity of the Astral Knights, so he sent out a friendly signal as soon as he appeared. Chapter leader Gorgori even hoped to arrive at the Unbound Soul in person to meet with the Astral Knights above.
Sol had no reason to refuse the other party, so he readily agreed.
Soon, the Soul Drinker's fleet approached the Unbound Soul. After reaching a certain distance, two Thunder Eagles flew out from the Soul Drinker's flagship Soul Messenger and entered the deck of the Unbound Soul.
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"What a good ship. I have never seen a warship of this type."
Gorgli looked out from behind the observation hole on the port side of the bridge and admired it from the bottom of his heart.
He is a heroic and righteous warrior who has served the empire for more than a hundred years. He has a battle-scarred but resolute face and a firm will - and his experience is very similar to Soshyan's.
Twenty years ago, in a tragic battle between the Chapter and the Orcs, the Chapter Master died in battle. He took over as the new Chapter Master on the battlefield. At that time, he had just been promoted to Captain of the Tenth Company for less than ten years.
He was wearing a set of finely crafted power armor. The main color was deep purple, which Thor was very familiar with. The edges of the armor were inlaid with dazzling gold. The left and right shoulder pads were decorated with golden Holy Grail emblems - which were also drinking gold.
The emblem of the Soulsmen Chapter.
A power sword hangs from Gorgori's waist, and an iron halo hangs between his backpack and power armor.
Following him on board the ship were his Honor Guards. These elite soldiers were standing motionless at the entrance of the bridge.
In addition to wearing decorations that symbolize honor and etiquette, all Soul Drinker warriors also wear a pure black ribbon on the left shoulder pad. This is the only symbol among the Imperial Fists.
Mourning.
"The sacrifice of the Astral Knights should be remembered by the world, not forgotten. It is unreasonable and unjust for you to be driven out of your homeland."
After several years, the World Engine Campaign has been known to many Chapters, especially those of the Imperial Fists series. They not only feel sorry for the sacrifice of the Astral Knights, but also feel chilled by the way the Empire handles it.
After all, in this era of increasing conflicts, any war group may be on the verge of extinction. If a major sacrifice occurs, it may be abandoned by the empire, then who is willing to give everything?
This is also the reason why Golgri has a great affection for the Astral Knights whom he has never met before.
The Chapter also fought side by side with the Astral Knights hundreds of years ago. Now that their former comrades have been reduced to such a state, they can't help but feel sad.
However, on this topic, Thor did not intend to express his opinion, and instead turned his attention to the Soul Drinker's fleet.
"Have you received a summons from the Inquisition?"
"Yes."
Gorgeli nodded in response.
"We just finished dealing with a Greenskin threat from a nearby system."
Thor suddenly met his eyes.
Neither warrior was wearing a helmet, Thor was not, and Gorgori was holding his helmet in his arm.
From Thor's point of view, he looks very young, the kind of person who is stubborn and won't give in easily - a very typical style of a son of Dorne.
Sevatar behind Thor was also observing this man. He was wearing a helmet, but Gorgli clearly felt a sharp gaze.
He glanced at Savita, and then looked at Lothar not far away.
"Is it just you three?"
Thor then introduced what he knew about the Chapter. In fact, the content was not much, but Gorgori digested every bit of information in a quiet and neutral manner.
"So, that Soshyan Chapter Leader is really a warrior."
Golgrim whispered, casting his gaze towards the distant scenery that gradually extended into the void.
"Even if there are only about twenty warriors left in the Chapter, we can continue to fight in the name of the Emperor."
Instead, he looked at the world below the track.
This was originally a world enjoying peace, but now it has become a place of filth and evil.
"What's the situation down there? Is there any news?"
"We encountered a ship in orbit before, a pilgrim ship possessed by demons. We believe it brought the source of the corruption to Valedo. We then destroyed the ship, but we could not receive any signals from the ground.
Signal, based on the information fed back from the ground three hours ago, they are heading towards the planet’s Ministry of Justice fortress, trying to find clues there and establish a temporary stronghold.”
"Wise decision, I believe they will need help."
Gorgeli smiled slightly.
"Perhaps you can say hello to the leader of the Soshyan Chapter in advance, and a group of reinforcements will arrive soon."
Thor looked down and saw Gorgri's outstretched hand.
"I will inform him. Maybe we need to establish a communication network for joint operations."
"certainly."
The two then held each other's hands tightly with warrior etiquette.
"Then that's it. After the battle, let's have a good drink. Brother, the original body is above, for the glory of you and the Lord of the Earth!"
Thor was stunned for half a second, and then responded:
"Primarch above, for your glory and the glory of the Lord of Earth."
After a brief meeting, Gorgori left the Unbound Soul, returned to his flagship, and quickly began to mobilize his warriors.
"Do you feel awkward shouting out the war cries of other legions?"
After the outsiders left, Savita took off his helmet with a smile on his face.
"It feels...a little strange, though."
Sol looked down at the palm of his hand that he had just shook hands with.
"That person is very stubborn and has a strong personality. I'm afraid it will be difficult to convince..."
"No need for persuasion."
The smile on the Crow Prince's face slowly faded.
"He will die."
Thor turned his head sharply and stared at the face that always had a mocking expression.
"you saw it?"
Sevatar shrugged.
"Maybe? I guessed."
At this time, the joint combat communication between the two battle groups was also established. Golgri told Thor that three companies would be launched at a time, led by him personally, with a total of 300 soldiers entering the ground, but Thor would need to provide planets
The specific coordinates of the Ministry of Justice Fortress.
Although the communication with the ground was severely interfered, it was still possible to send a coordinate. Thor quickly sent the coordinates returned from the ground to the Soul Drinkers Chapter.
Immediately afterwards, a large number of drop pods, accompanied by Thunderhawks and Stormraven gunships, broke into Valedo's atmosphere...