The battle for Kalium Gate – Part 4

Title: “The Unstoppable Spear of Destruction: The White Scars in the Battle of the Calum Gate”

In a galaxy defined by endless warfare, few tales resonate as deeply as the White Scars’ audacious assault on Theta 3 during the fabled Battle of the Calum Gate. This is a tale of relentless valor, of a Legion that became an unstoppable spear of destruction, thrust directly into the heart of the enemy.

The White Scars, those sons of Jagatai Khan, found themselves in the midst of a desperate battle, caught in a dance between victory and annihilation, their every move echoing across the void. The traitor defenses crumbled under their ferocious onslaught as even the staunchest warriors could do nothing but fall amidst the screams of their own bloodied corpses and torn Legion banners.

In the midst of this chaos, the unfortunate Consul Tritus Casan of the fallen sons of Fulgrim, met his end in single combat. His killer remains an enigma, an unknown commander among the dark sons of death. The golden eagle, once proudly adorning the Consul’s breastplate, was taken as a trophy, a symbol of the enemy’s defeat. His helm, found shattered by the heavy hilt of a Talwar sword, served as a chilling reminder – Tritus Casan was branded a faceless traitor in his afterlife.

The death of their commander crushed the remaining pockets of Emperor’s Children resistance in the empty dock of Theta 3. The White Scars surged forward, claiming the positions left vacant by their enemies. The Kogan Lhars, the first of Jagatai Khan’s sons, reached the defensive batteries where they mercilessly wiped out gun crews and station personnel, sparing none – even the servitors performing their duties were not immune to their ruthless purge.

Yet, for the dark sons of death, victory in battle alone was not enough. They sought to leave an indelible mark on the battlefield, a grim semblance of ancient Earth salted into barrenness. In the aftermath of their victory, a radiation cloud spread across the empty dock of Theta 3 serving as its funeral toll.

An urgent message from Legion command brought a swift end to the onslaught, ordering the immediate withdrawal of White Scar forces. Warriors stationed across the gate were quickly transported to safety, under the cover of void fighters. The carrier Ganas were the last of the White Scars to leave, refusing to depart until their final curse rituals were complete.

In the wake of their departure, the White Scar fleet retreated, leaving behind nothing but fire and ruin, a desolate testament to the power of the sons of Jagatai Khan. The Battle of Calum Gate remains a contentious point in the annals of the Fifth Legion – some see it as a victory, others as a diversion. Yet when the White Scars recount this tale, it is with quiet reverence.

The Battle of the Calum Gate, to them, is a testament to their Legion’s unwavering dedication and loyalty. It also carries a secret shame – the reliance on the dark sons of death for victory. Amidst the whispers of misfortune and curses, the death of Majest Chincha stands as a stark reminder of the perils of war. Yet, it is worth mentioning that Jagatai Khan did not hesitate to employ the dark sons of death during his journey to Terra and in the numerous battles that followed.

For in the crucible of war, where shadows dance and legends are born, it is not superstition but courage and determination that truly shape the fate of empires. The White Scars’ tale is one of such courage and determination – a testament to their unwavering spirit amidst the vast, endless void of warfare.

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