Chronicles of an Ishtar Fringe Campaign

++Remembrancer of the Adeptus Administratium Havian Karvio cataloging campaign number 778902++
First to start off the archive I must confess this assignment is a work in progress. Myself and my peers are still piecing together the fragments of this campaign conducted by the Astra Militarum. Many reports conflict with each other however, for now, this is what I can archive as undisputed fact. Under the vigilance of our most beloved benefactor upon terra, the God Emperor. Forces of the Astra Militarum under to leadership of the renowned Lord General Vonilus Noltek, were sent to relieve the Astra Militarum regiment of the 252nd Cogger Hive Guard. The total Astra Militarum presence on the Frontier World F-6744e in the year of our lord 76.M42 were the 43rd Sanguinum Sentinels, 148th Cogger Hive Armored, 512th Lunar Venatorii Light Cavalry, 91st Arali Siege Sappers, 252nd Cogger Hive Guard, 37th Ishtar Rangers, 14th Dumizid Felinid Hellcats Auxilia, and the 58th Inanis Thrashers. Coming to the planet towards the end of its second year within open rebellion against the God Emperor of mankind, spurred forth by the vile forces of [Sealed by decree of the Inquisition]
Swiftly formulating a plan Lord General Noltek ordered the Cogger Hive Guard, Inanis Thrashers, and Arali Siege Sappers to assault the vast deep mountain cave networks of the rebellion. Meanwhile, the rest of the Militarum forces aided by PDF assistance were to launch offenses across a no man’s land and spree onto the capital city of Frontier World F-6744e.

Upon the landing of Astra Militarum regiments, during a tour of Fort Macharius a failed assassination attempt occurred. Where a bomb was planted inside of a statue dedicated to our Lord Emperor. Failing to detonate later that night infiltrators entered the Sanguinum Guard camp assassinating a number of officers and fleeing off into the night. During this occurrence mass numbers of the PDF showed their traitorous side sparking up riots and confusion. Quickly reacting Lord General Noltek dispatched elements of the Cogger Hive Guard, Lunar Venatorii, and Ishtar Rangers to deal with the insurrections.

Within the town at the base of a Plateau, deceit and betrayal saw PDF members show their true allegiance and over 8,000 would declare for the enemy. In the resultant ambush the majority of the Hive Guard sent to the village were slain, with only a Major and a few dozen guardsmen surviving. With the timely arrival of Commissar-Captain Landeux as well as thousands of loyal PDF, they worked alongside the Lunar Venatorii to force the traitorous PDF into a rout. The traitors melted into the darkness, each now sporting symbols painted on their helmets and foreheads as they now display their allegiance openly. In the forests, elements of the Rangers and Lunar Venatori ride in search of missing Militarum patrols but have found nothing, though they have managed to link up with remaining PDF patrols in the southern forest and have established a series of forward bases. These opening betrayals have resulting in many losses for the Imperials, yet now true allegiance has been shown, flags properly raised and guns oiled. The time for deception has ended. The time for War has begun!

++Emperor damn that servitor, Remembrancer of the Adeptus Administratium Havian Karvio cataloging campaign number 778902. Putting in for a new servitor unit Beta Forum #134278 has proven to be an unreliable specimen.++
To clarify several more occurrences. In his valiant assault Commissar Captain Landeux received grievous injury, forcing the amputation of his left arm. Lord Commissar Telanic taking charge of the situation corresponding with the arrival of Ishtar Rangers who sealed the final fate of the traitors. As well as two infiltrators determined to have come from the Sanguinum Guard camp raid were detained and taken to Fort Macharius.

++Entry One Submitted.++
++Response to Remembrancer of the Adeptus Administratium Havian Karvio cataloging campaign number 778902++
Thank you for your transmission, devoted servant of the God Emperor. Your efforts in documenting the events on Frontier World F-6744e are duly noted, and this record shall be preserved in the sacred archives of the Adeptus Administratum. The Emperor's grace shines upon those who diligently catalog the deeds of His servants.

Your recounting of the initial engagements paints a grim picture of betrayal and subterfuge. It is disheartening to see the forces of the Imperium facing such internal strife, but it is a testament to the resilience of the loyal servants that they were able to uncover the traitors and reassert their dominance.

The failed assassination attempt and subsequent betrayal within the PDF ranks are stains upon the honor of the Imperium. However, the swift and decisive actions of Lord General Vonilus Noltek, Commissar-Captain Landeux, and Lord Commissar Telanic in response to these treacherous acts are commendable. Their leadership in the face of adversity shall not go unnoticed.

The sacrifice of the 252nd Cogger Hive Guard and the valiant efforts of the 91st Arali Siege Sappers, 512th Lunar Venatorii Light Cavalry, and other loyal regiments are duly acknowledged. The loss of Commissar Captain Landeux's arm is a somber reminder of the physical toll exacted by the enemies of mankind.

It is imperative that the detained infiltrators be subjected to thorough interrogation by the Inquisition to uncover the extent of their heretical affiliations and identify any potential collaborators. The information gleaned from these individuals may be instrumental in purging the taint of heresy from the ranks of the Astra Militarum.

May the God Emperor's divine light guide the Imperium through these dark times and may the brave souls on Frontier World F-6744e find victory in His name. Your diligence in maintaining this record is vital, and your service to the Imperium is duly appreciated.

++Emperor protect.++