Here's my WIP phase sheet so far. [hider=Primarch: Thaddeus Shrike][center][img]https://i.pinimg.com/originals/64/1f/34/641f3455566967333c3e512b9f72314a.jpg[/img] [h1][b]THADDEUS SHRIKE[/b][/h1][/center] [b]Alternative Names:[/b] [i]The Shrike, Lord Shrike, Primarch Shrike, Thad/Thaddy (only by those closest to him, for that matter [u]never call him Thaddeus[/u])[/i] [b]Gender:[/b] [i]MALE[/i] [b]Height:[/b] [i]8'7" (262cm)[/i] [b]Homeworld:[/b] [i]Tanasia, Abya System, Amerikon Sector, Segmentum Tempestus[/i] Located near the fringes of the Segmentum Tempestus, Tanasia is an agri moon part of the Abya Libra interplanetary coalition. The region used to be a fresh colony during the Age of Strife and while the era of warp storms and discord severely impacted them the colonist enjoyed their bountiful system to launch a new age of prosperity. With thousands of years of history the Abya Libra had its own share of wars and reforms. They faced numerous civil wars, rebuked marauding fleets and of course fought multiple flavors of Xenos. While being an "agri world" Tanasia is also known for their martial culture and high percentage of military volunteers. Only a decade after finding the Primarch Shrike the Abya Libra officially joined the Imperium, their governance mostly unchanged. They are famed for their connection to one of the Emperor's sons as well as the Tanasian Pathfinders, an Imperial Army regiment known for their elite light recon forces. Tanasia also provides large quantity of recruits to the Solar Auxilia and of course the Void Dragoons legion. While connected to Shrike the Primarch has no particular interest of developing the Abya System as his base of operations. [b]Appearance[/b]: Easily mistaken as a particularly statuesque Space Marine, Shrike is perhaps the least remarkable Primarch. With height of merely 8'7"(262cm) he is also the shortest, usually only reaching to the chest of his siblings. This is further execrated by the fact he is surrounded by some of the tallest Space Marines, making him easily lost among them. Indeed, some rumors of unknown source even claim the Primarch Shrike to be an impostor, a mere Legion Master standing for their lost father. Of course for the Void Dragoons and all who met Shrike there's no doubt, he's the real deal. Shrike is curious among the Primarchs for his refusal to be treated differently from an ordinary Space Marine. Though his armor is personalizes the decorations are mundane and hardly stand out. Furthermore, he never takes off his helmet barring special circumstances. Underneath the helmet Shrike has a handsome face with precise features,sky blue eyes, brown hair and mustache now groomed in the Saturnyne fashion. [b]Personality[/b]: Shrike is an odd figure who could be simultaneously described one of the warmest and most aloof Primarchs. He frequently interacts with ordinary humans, listening to them, observing their lives and when it's within his official capability also help them. He considers his mission to serve humanity and has a particular fondness of them. At the same time Shrike is oddly distant, hiding behind his official position and has the aura of seriousness. Saving people is his mission in life which also explains the ease he parted with Tanasia in order to join an organization far greater. His name is Thaddeus yet he insists everyone to call him "The Shrike". When not hiding behind his official masks he could be fairly sociable, almost bordering on the childish. He has very specific interests like being a "gun nut" who drools over the most advanced weaponry and has a large collection of various small arms. He views fellow Void Dragoons like his family who in turn consider him a father figure and ideal. The fact he descends to the level of his fellow Space Marines does give legionaries ideas of becoming like him. While fully resigned to his duties and ideals the Shrike enjoys his life and has a joyful outlook.[hider=Personal Views Chart] [b]Relationship with the Emperor:[/b] [color=7ea7d8]Indifferent[/color] [b]Relationship with Primarchs (overall):[/b] [color=7ea7d8]Indifferent[/color] [b]Relationship with Populance:[/b] [color=39b54a]Good[/color] [b]Relationship with Mechanicus:[/b] [color=fff200]Average[/color] [b]Relationship with Psykers:[/b] [color=fff200]Average[/color] [b]Relationship with Xenos:[/b] [color=a0410d]Bad[/color] [/hider] [b]Biography:[/b] TBA [b]The Meeting:[/b] TBA, needs deciding on the date of my discovery and which Primarch meets me first. [b]Skills:[/b] [u]Combat[/u] As self-proclaimed gun-nut, Thaddeus Shrike is an excellent gunslinger who could land unlikely shots. His quick wits and reflexes makes him appear like a hurricane of action that does not rest. His strike is swift and decisive, precluded with meticulous timing. He excels in flanks and ambushes, hounding his enemies without a rest. Physically speaking he's perhaps the weakest of the Primarchs yet still obviously superior to any Astartes. Shrike is a cautious fighter who prefers to keep his distance but combined with his newfound aerial mobility he actually created a form of martial arts which combines his jet propulsion with the movement of his limbs to execute quick and effective attacks. [u]Tactics[/u] Shrike is an excellent tactician who excels in utilizing mobility and multi-pronged strikes to collapse the opposition. Just as his legion he likes to cripple their opponent and crush their ability to further wage war. He hates missions that write off sacrifices as neccessary and rather manipulates the outcome until he has a viable advantage. His flexible mindset and love for his soldiers define his behavior in warfare. [b]Wargear:[/b]: [i]- "Lanius" Artificier Armor[/i] The Shrike's personalized power armor crafted in Mars. It has improved Vox Casters including jammers and sensor scrambling properties. This not only protects the Shrike but also helps him isolate enemy groups and slow down the arrival of reinforcements. The armor also has built-in grenade launchers, jump packs with maneuvering thrusters, allowing the "murder birds" to fly in the skies or perform otherwise impossible maneuvers. Lastly the armor has built-in power blades in all four limbs, allowing Shrike's unique close combat style. [i]- "Dexter & Sinister" Accelerator Autoguns:[/i] Pair of mastercrafted weapons manufactured in Tigris. They use the same accelerator technology as Fellblade Cannons but miniaturized to rifle size. Compared to a Bolt Carbine these guns possess incredible power while also maintain decent rate of fire. In addition they can accept various attachments including but not exclusive to: Volkite, Melta, Plasma, Multi-Laser, Lastrum Bolter and High-density grenade launcher. Obviously the latter attachment being the most common but Shrike can switch these in the heat of battle, fitting his purposes accordingly. [/hider] [hider=Legion: Void Dragoons][center][img]https://image.ibb.co/cqYrNw/image.jpg[/img] [h1][b]VOID DRAGOONS[/b][/h1][/center] [b]Legion Name[/b]: Void Dragoons Named after the Void Hoplites of the Saturnyne Order [b]Legion Number[/b]: XI. [b]Legion Strength[/b]: ~ 100,000 Astartes directly before Ullanor, albeit only fraction can be focused in a particular theater + Questoris Saturnyne order of Imperial Knights who often accompany the Legion [b]Warcry[/b]: [i]"Oorah!"[/i] Lord Shrike expressed worries that Xenos and mutants may not understand the intricacies of Gothic. Instead of the mouthful that was the Saturnyne Rams' battle cry he introduced "Oorah!", something even the stupidest Ork shall get and dread to hear. This change was surprisingly popular with the Legionaries. [b]Dramatis Personae[/b]: TBA [b]Armour Appearance:[/b] Void Dragoons used to have the color scheme of [url=https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/667651180872204299/671810551898439690/spacemarine.jpg]white with black pauldrons and trimmings[/url] and still use it for ceremonial purposes. On the field though they apply one of the 100 accepted [url=https://i.pinimg.com/originals/25/93/02/2593021d4f9c58781adc2c1e6e9c1fd2.jpg]camouflage patterns[/url] with only the Legion insignia remaining to identify them. While some Legions consider it cowardly or even useless given the visual acuity of most Xenos threats the Dragoons do this both for practical and moral purposes. Applying the camo paint is like a ritual preparing them for the upcoming battles. [b]Favored Tactics/Battlefield Role[/b]: TBA [b]Legion Characteristics/Ideology[/b]: [hider=Unique Wargear] [b]- [url=https://1d4chan.org/images/9/93/BoltRifleGrenade.jpg]"Saturnyne Superior" Pattern[/url] Bolt Rifle:[/b] The second type of Bolter designed for the Saturnyne Order with the previous distributed for Solar Auxilia and generally weaker. In comparison the Saturnyne Superior is something made recently upon the Shrike's request. It fires .998 shells, the same as heavy bolters in order to reduce logistics strain. In addition it can accept wide variety of combi-attachments with the most common being combi grenade launcher somewhat distantly followed by combi-volkites. Lastly it has a separate place for bayonets (effectively a combat knife) to fit the Void Dragoons more traditional style of melee. [b]- "Dragoon" Pattern Accelerator Rifle:[/b] Made by Forge World Tigris this weapon is effectively a light portable cannon, firing small diameter shells of both HE and hypervelocity variants. Used as high-powered sniper rifle it finds unique use with the Void Dragoons. [/hider] [To be expanded upon...] [b]Relationships[/b]: TBA [/hider]