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The Howling Griffons: A Chapter of Unyielding Fury

Battle-Hardened and Unrelenting

The Howling Griffons are a Space Marine Chapter known for their unwavering dedication to the Imperium of Man. With a history marked by countless battles and unrelenting fury, they have earned a reputation as one of the most formidable Chapters in the galaxy.

Notable Campaigns

• The Valerian Purges: The Howling Griffons, alongside the Cadian 108th “Wyverns”, fought against the Tyranids in this brutal campaign.
• Liberation of Vanqualis: The Chapter, along with the 901st Penal Legion, battled against the Orks to free the planet from their grasp.
• Dennar IV Rebellion: The Howling Griffons’ 3rd Company took part in this campaign, crushing the rebellion with their characteristic ferocity.
• War for Bhorc Prime: A contingent of Howling Griffons was dispatched to prevent the Orks from building bigger and better idols, seizing the high ground and slowing the invasion.

Gene-Seed and Heraldry

The Howling Griffons’ Gene-Seed is free from defects, producing all organs like their parent chapter, the Ultramarines. They focus on harvesting the progenoid glands of their fallen brothers, allowing them to maintain their force strength despite high turnover rates.

Their standard armor color scheme is quartered red and yellow, although they have been known to wear approved Night World camo during certain campaigns.

Notable Members and Vehicles

• Chaplain Dreadnought Armand Titus: A revered member of the Chapter, known for his unwavering dedication and unrelenting fury.
• Orlando Furioso: A former Chapter Master, killed in battle against the Word Bearers and Night Lords.
• Mercaeno: The Chief Librarian, who fulfilled the oath of avenging Chapter Master Orlando’s death and led the strike cruiser Cerulean Claw to victory.
• Shield of Mancora: A Land Raider Prometheus, used by the 4th Company during the Badab War.
• Gloriam: A Rhino, attached to tactical squad Maximus of the Fifth Company.

Unyielding Fury

The Howling Griffons are a testament to the unyielding fury of the Space Marines. Their unwavering dedication to the Imperium and their unrelenting ferocity in battle make them a force to be reckoned with.