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The World Eaters: A Legacy of Bloodshed

The World Eaters, once a proud and feared Legion of Space Marines, have left an indelible mark on the grim darkness of the 41st millennium. Their history is a testament to the destructive power of unchecked fury and the unyielding dedication to the gods of Chaos.

Early Campaigns and the Horus Heresy

The World Eaters’ early campaigns were marked by brutal efficiency, as they brought worlds into compliance with the Imperium through sheer force of arms. However, it was during the Horus Heresy that the Legion’s true nature was revealed. They turned against their former allies, slaughtering countless innocents and earning the ire of the Imperium.

The Battle of Skalathrax and the Scattering of the Legion

The Battle of Skalathrax, fought against the Emperor’s Children, would prove to be a turning point for the World Eaters. The Legion was shattered, its leadership broken, and its remnants scattered across the galaxy. This event marked the beginning of the World Eaters’ descent into madness and chaos.

Post-Heresy and the Long War

In the aftermath of the Horus Heresy, the World Eaters continued to wage war against the Imperium, fueled by their unyielding devotion to the gods of Chaos. They launched numerous campaigns, including the infamous Blood Crusade, which brought terror to countless worlds.

Notable Battles and Campaigns

• The Relief action on Sarum
• The Ariggata Compliance action
• The Ghenna Compliance action
• The Alpha Shalish campaign
• The destruction of Craftworld Tuonoetar
• The Battle of Isstvan III
• The Drop Site Massacre on Isstvan V
• The Nuceria Extermination
• The Battle of Trisolian
• The Battle of Yarant
• The Battle of Tralsak

Modern Era and the Great Rift

In recent times, the World Eaters have reappeared in numbers unseen since the Heresy, spearheading the Blood Crusades and bringing devastation to the Imperium. The opening of the Great Rift has unleashed a new era of chaos, and the World Eaters are at the forefront of this maelstrom.

Angron, the Daemon Primarch

At the heart of the World Eaters’ madness is Angron, the Daemon Primarch. His power and influence continue to shape the Legion’s destiny, as he leads them in their eternal crusade against the Imperium. Despite his banishment to the Warp, Angron remains a potent force, waiting for the perfect moment to strike.

The World Eaters’ legacy is one of unrelenting bloodshed, a testament to the enduring power of chaos and destruction. As the Imperium teeters on the brink of collapse, the World Eaters stand ready, eager to unleash their full fury upon the galaxy.