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The Silver Skulls: A Loyal Space Marine Chapter

Origins and History

The Silver Skulls are a loyal Space Marine Chapter with a rich history dating back to the 2nd Founding. Despite some discrepancies in their recorded origins, it is widely accepted that the Silver Skulls hail from the esteemed Ultramarines lineage.

Notable Members and Units

• Lord Commander Argentius: The current leader of the Silver Skulls, believed to be Artreus, formerly captain of the 6th Company.
• Chief Prognosticator Vashiro: A respected prognosticator with unparalleled foresight, born as Aerus.
• Epistolary Thule: A skilled epistolary with exceptional knowledge of the arcane.
• Prognosticators Andus, Bhehan, Brand, Rennin Tri’el, Rhondus, Aharan, and Vorxec Calvarius: Each possessing unique abilities and strengths.
• Apothecary Malus and Ryarus: Skilled apothecaries dedicated to preserving the lives of their brothers.
• Techmarines Nodens, Correlan, Kuruk, Theoderyk, Rikolux, and Zilaris: Masters of technology and machinery.

Companies and Units

• 1st Company – Fortius quo fidelias (“Strength through loyalty”): Captain Kerelan leads this esteemed company, comprising battle-hardened veterans.
• 2nd Company: Captain Daerys Arrun commands this company, featuring Sergeant Matteus, who fell during the Gildar Rift campaign.
• 8th Company – Vincit Qui Patitur (“He who endures, conquers”): Assault Captain Kyaerus and Captain Keile Meyoran lead this company, which includes the Reckoners squad.
• 9th Company: Siege Captain Rasheke Daviks commands this company, known for its unwavering dependability.
• 10th Company: Scout Captain Attellus and Scout Captain Sephera lead this company, responsible for recruiting new members.

Relics and Equipment

• Calvus: A Damocles Command Rhino of the 7th Company, which participated in the Beta-Garmon IV Expedition.
• Silver Skulls Firstborn: An iconic suit of armor symbolizing the chapter’s heritage.

Trivia and Behind-the-Scenes Information

• Author Sarah Cawkwell initially intended the Silver Skulls to be White Scars successors before Games Workshop revealed their true lineage as Ultramarines successors.