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The Thunderboot Grenadiers is a Loyalist Space Marine Chapter of the Adeptus Astartes descended from the stoic Imperial Fists. They were created during the ill-fated 21st Founding, the so-called "Cursed Founding", due to the high prevalance of spontaneous mutations and genetic idiosyncrasies amongst many of the Chapters created during this particular founding.
Notable Campaigns
- Defence of Bastion Geenear (Unknown Date) - The Grenadiers played a pivotal role in the defence of their home world, a critical chokepoint against a massive Ork WAAAGH!, where their artillery barrages shattered the enemy's advance.
Chapter Homeworld
Fortress-Monastery
Combat Doctrine
The Thunderboot Grenadiers specialize in long-range artillery strikes and defensive fortifications. They excel in holding strategic positions and repelling enemy advances with devastating barrages.
Chapter Gene-Seed
Gene-seed had a particular emphasis on enhancing the Chapter's endurance and precision in ranged combat.
Gene-Seed Flaws
Chapter Beliefs
The chapter places great importance on strategic planning, discipline, and the value of overwhelming firepower. They believe in the protective strength of their fortified positions and the decisive impact of artillery on the battlefield.
Chapter Recruitment
Aspirants are chosen for their marksmanship and strategic thinking. Training involves extensive artillery drills and the study of defensive tactics. Most recruits come from Geenear
Notable Members
- Lord Artillery Foxtrot Barian Katt - Current Chapter Master.
- Chief Librarian Landerr Oman
- Chaplain Kelmert, 'The Holy Son of Hellfire'
- Master of the Forge Starnly Olran
Chapter Fleet
A fleet of heavily armed strike cruisers and battleships designed to support ground-based artillery operations and deliver precision strikes from orbit.
Chapter Relics
Unknown
Chapter Appearance
Chapter Colours
The Thunderboot Grenadiers primarily wear candy apple red colour power armour on the upper body with dark (slightly blue) legs and pelvis. The shoulder pauldron trim and belts are gold in colour. The Aquila or Imperialis affixed the plastron (chest guard) are also gold in colour.
Chapter Badge
The Thunderboot Grenadiers Chapter badge takes the form of a stylised artillery cannon encircled by a protective ring, symbolizing their mastery of long-range firepower and commitment to defensive strategies.
Relations
Allies
Often allied with Imperial Guard regiments and other Space Marine chapters that share a focus on long-range warfare, but will also take the aid of close-quarters chapters if necessary.
Enemies
The chapter's history of battles has reinforced their hatred with Orks, many of them relish watching Orks blow up under their artillery. but other than that they have no enemies of note
Notable Quotes
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