Angels of the Lion

Angels of the Lion armorial with Chapter iconography.

Angels of the Lion Battle-Brother in standard colors.

The **Angels of the Lion** are a Loyalist Successor Chapter of the venerable Dark Angels, created during 7th Founding just before the occurrence of the event known as 'The Howling'. Following the structure of their progenitor with one notable exception; the Chapter's 6th Company was modified to become a type of Elite Company in the late 37th Millenium.

Much of their history is shrouded in mystery, known only to these Astartes themselves. The Chapter takes pride in their collection of relics and their allegiance to the Imperium. On top of this pride in their relics, the Angels of the Lion is always looking for more information to the structure of the old I Legion.

Somewhat due to this heavily traditional nature, the Angels are incredibly hesitant to accept Primaris Space Marines into their ranks. There was an incident early on, after their initial acceptance where the entirety of the Primaris reinforcements were detained aboard the vessels of the fleet. This situation was resolved within a Terran year, when the Primaris were forced to prove themselves in gradual deployment.

## Notable Engagements

* **The Howling (401-404.M34)**: The Angels of the Lion became heavily engaged near the Eye of Terror shortly following the galaxy-wide event. A sudden chaos incursion from a Night Lords warband brought the Chapter into a multi-year engagement.
* **The Pacificus Chase (M40):** The Angels of the Lion contributed most of their forces to hunting a Fallen group known as the Knights of Deceit.
* **Defiance on Corinthi (016 M42)**: The 3rd Company was located in the Corinthi system when a tendril of Hive Fleet Leviathan struck. Led by Master Sablo Tartian, the entire Chapter fought on the planet before a relief force, led by the 6th Company, miraculously arrived. The entire Veteran Squad was annihilated with over 1/5th of the Company killed on the field.

## Chapter Organisation

### Officer Ranks

**Dreadwing Eskaton:** The title is largely given to the Master of the 6th Company who is given some of the most revered equipment. It's origin lost to time, the various title holders are easily recognized by those who know what to look for. Marching at the front of their commands, the Dreadwing Eskaton is an unshakable force and a master of secrets. It is he who most often oversees the use of the Chapter's greatest relics and is largely responsible for them. In this purpose, only the Supreme Grand Master has more authority than he. None outside of the Chapter know of the rank's true purpose, and are often mistaken for the Grand Master of the 1st Company.

### Specialist Ranks

**Interrogator Chaplains**: The Angels of the Lion are known to field an abundance of Chaplains. While almost all are Interrogator Chaplains, there are three known ranks within their order. The Exladin, Arians, and Levikes have varying levels of responsibility with the Exladin having the greatest. The Levikes are the equivalent of standard Chaplains, looking for baseline signs of corruption and hints of the Fallen. Arians are often deployed with Battle Companies, keeping an eye out for Fallen and interrogating captives. It is the Exladin who are charged with the interrogation of known Fallen and are only deployed with the Elite companies.

### Specialist Units & Formations

**The Eskatia: T**he bodyguard of the Dreadwing Eskaton. They tend to fight in ancient marks of armor and some of the most revered equipment available to the chapter. Only other Masters and the First Company are given similar weaponry, but it is the Eskatia that field the equipment the most. The Eskatia themselves have been known to take field commands and act as de-facto Lieutenants. It is from their number that the next Dreadwing Eskaton is selected by vote of the Inner Circle. Due to their status within the Chapter, there are only ever five of these members at a time, not including their Dreadnought brethren scattered amongst the companies. Much like the Eskaton himself, the Eskatia are secretive and pertain a knowledge of relics rarely seen.

## Notable Members

* **Supreme Grand Master Zaboriel**:
* **Master Sablo Tartian**: Leader of the 3rd Company, he is known to have a short temper and little tolerance for failure. This is largely overshadowed by his prowess as a tactical leader where he preserves his force wisely.
* **Eskaton Azkarael**: Eskaton and Master of the 6th Company. Known to largely be patient, but quickly angers on matters of information and history.
* Veteran Sergeant Akriel: Of the 3rd Company, he took the position when the old squad was slain in battle on Corinthi. He had formerly held the command of the second squad and was quickly promoted up the ranks.

## Chapter Fleet

* ***Angel's Spear*** **(Battle Barge)**: Flagship of the Chapter.
* ***Caliban's Heart* (Strike Cruiser)**: Known to primarily operate with the 3rd Company, the vessel acts as Master Sablo Tartian's flagship.

## Notable Quotes

### About the Angels of the Lion

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