Homebrew Chapter: The Cobalt Justiciars

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The Cobalt Justiciars 

 

 

Heralding from the Ultima Founding, the Cobalt Justiciars are a Codex-compliant chapter of Adeptus Astartes tasked with the adjudication of the Emperor's justice in the Scarus Sector. They specialize in rapid deployment, spearheading footholds in key points of large-scale conflicts, subsequently establishing reinforced forward positions from which to harry the enemy relentlessly, while simultaneously offering line support to bolster bulk forces. 

They are adept at utilizing every means at their disposal to achieve battlefield advantages. Whether it's deploying to cut off supply lines or seeking the heart of the conflict to eliminate high-value threats, the assessment and execution upon pivotal opportunities make them a force to be reckoned with. 

The Cobalt Justiciars field a bolstered array of armored vehicles augmented above the standard of most other chapters. Unique to this chapter is a vast cadre of additional baseline troops and personnel that also deploy alongside them following thrust deployments. Once the leading Cobalt Justiciars clear the way, their Tech Marines, allied Techpriests and engineer corps establish temporary strongholds that can serve to completely alter the tide of battle. From these operating points they utilize Chimera tanks and artillery to devastate enchroaching foes and punish fortifications. 

The chapter is ideal for turning the tide of large-scale engagements where precision strikes the Astartes are known for are not feasible. They are called upon when the need arises for a perfect balance between attack and defense, and to galvanize beleagured allied forces.  

Their battle prowess is drawn from pragmatism and a desire to preserve as much Imperial influence and strength as possible. They value the people of the Imperium and understand the necessity of protecting assets other chapters ignore. They also serve to step in where Imperial leadership falters, with their senior leadership often taking on temporary governing roles to reorganize and invigorate Imperial forces and populations. 

Commensurate to their battlefield responsibilities, they often work to administer Imperial justice to maintain order, serving as intermediaries between disparate allied factions. They embody order, strength and the will required to revitalize Imperial domains, knowing full well that if the galaxy was to once again shine in the light of the Emperor's great vision, they must part the darkness for the empire to see it.