Cassius
From Lexicanum
Ortan Cassius is a Chaplain of the Ultramarines and a special character in Warhammer 40,000.
At almost four hundred years old1 he is one of the oldest, non-interred members of the chapter and has perfected his oratory skills to allow the Ultramarines to be carried across hundreds of worlds by his command alone. He fought by the side of Marneus Calgar, commander of the chapter, during the conflict with Hive Fleet Behemoth. After the Tyranid invasion of Macragge, Cassius withdrew the Banner of Macragge and only allowed it back onto the field after the Ultramarines had been fully restored to their former numbers.
Cassius is armed with the standard weaponry of a Chaplain, a Bolt Pistol and Crozius Arcanum and Rosarius, but also with Frag Grenades, Terminator Honours and Bionics. His oratory skills are such that he can inspire Ultramarines to greater feats of heroism than many others can, though he is also wise enough to know when his men would benefit more from regrouping. Despite his increasing age, he remains a ferocious warrior and is in particular a master of combat against Tyranids due to his extensive combat experience of fighting against them.
Cassius is now heavily scarred, with leathery, weathered skin and white hair.1 Cassius is also the only warrior of the Ultramarines permitted to call Marneus Calgar "young Calgar".
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