Sanguinius - Sanguinius: Sanguinius, also known as the "Great Angel" and the "Brightest One" during his lifetime, was the primarch of the Blood Angels Legion of Space Marines and the genetic ancestor of the Adeptus Astartes Chapters who comprise the Sanguinary Brotherhood in the 41st Millennium.He was in many ways often considered the noblest and most respected of the primarchs, even by his other brothers, including Horus. Despite this, he was tragically slain during the climax of the Horus Heresy at the Siege of Terra defending the Emperor of Mankind from the Warmaster Horus aboard his flagship, the Gloriana-class Battleship Vengeful Spirit.Though Horus slew Sanguinius, who had once been his closest and greatest friend amongst the other primarchs, Imperial legend holds that it was the chink in Horus' armour created by the Great Angel that allowed the Emperor to slay the Arch-heretic and thus prevent Mankind from falling to the corruption of the Ruinous Powers of Chaos.Quick Answers																		What led to the death of Sanguinius?																									The Great Angel, Sanguinius, fell during the Horus Heresy, slain by his brother-primarch, Horus. Already weary and wounded from the battle against Ka'Bandha on Terra, Sanguinius faced Horus, fully aware of the fatal outcome. His sacrifice, however, is thought to have weakened Horus, enabling the Emperor's subsequent victory.																Provided by: Fandom																													What is the significance of Sanguinius being referred to as the 'Great Angel'?																									The 'Great Angel', Sanguinius, was the primarch of the Blood Angels Legion and the genetic forefather of the Adeptus Astartes Chapters in the Sanguinary Brotherhood. His title reflects his noble character and vital confidence. His intricate Artificer Armour is a symbol of his grandeur. His preservation in a sacred sepulchre is maintained by the Sons of Sanguinius, who eliminate any threats to his sanctity.																Provided by: Fandom																													What is the relationship between Sanguinius and Curze?																									Sanguinius, the Great Angel, held a complex relationship with Curze, the Night Haunter. As Curze's gaoler after the events of the Imperium Secundus, Sanguinius held him captive, hoping to use his prophetic abilities to aid the Emperor. However, after the Second Battle of Davin, when the Blood Angels, Ultramarines and Darkj Angels finally cleared a path through the remnants of the Ruinstorm so that Sanguinius and his sons could help defend the Imperial Palace, the Angel changed his mind. Sanguinius realised that his unstable brother was intended to meet his own destiny in the future, just as he would on Horus' flagship. Rather than interfere with that, Sanguinius freed the Night Haunter and set him adrift in a salvation pod before the Blood Angels moved on to Terra.  Curze would indeed eventually find his own destiny, allowing himself to be assassinated by an Imperial Assassin on the Night Lords headquarters world of Tsagualsa in the years after the Horus Heresy.																Provided by: Community																													How is Sanguinius represented in 40K art?																									In Warhammer 40K art, Sanguinius is depicted as an angelic and powerful figure. His image graces Gothic facades, stained glass windows in holy basilicas, and illuminated tomes across the galaxy. Paintings of him, crafted by a respected artificer, are present across the sector. The badge of the Blood Angels Chapter, which he leads, features the Scrolls of Sanguinius, his prophetic visions of the future.																Provided by: Fandom																													What is the meaning behind Sanguinius' affliction wings?																									The wings of Sanguinius, the Great Angel, symbolize his angelic nature and role as an avenger. They inspire hope in allies and fear in enemies. They are also linked to the Sanguinary Guard's Jump Packs, serving as a darker reflection of his own wings. In certain circumstances, spectral wings soaked in blood have manifested in the Warp's shadow, reinforcing Sanguinius' image as an avenging angel.																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