Ventrillian Nobles
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The Ventrillian Nobles are prideful Astra Militarum Regiments from Ventrillia.[1]
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Overview
On their wealthy Homeworld, those that withstand the subterranean coming-of-age ritual known as the Trial of the Lava Lakes enjoy a wealth that is more than sufficient to buy their way out of the Astra Militarum. But Ventrillia has a proud military culture with a history of dueling that stretches back to pre-Imperial times, and few Nobles would risk the dishonor of giving up their commissions.[2] Or the wrath of any Commissar who learned of such tithe avoidance.[7] Instead, the Nobles "donate" their wealth to Departmento Munitorum officials and Rogue Traders in exchange for assignments and passage to war zones rich in adventure and glory, rather than simply being fed to the meat grinder. When the Nobles go to war they do so armed not only with a lasgun and bayonet, but also an ancestral dueling sword, a quickblade, or heavy zwei-hander.[2]
Their Regiments are known for their ruthless discipline[8] and for using Ventrillia's wealth to keep the Nobles' Regiments equipped with ostentatious opulence and splendor. These are to the standards their highest-born scions are used to and even the lowest-born Nobles' uniforms are often of greater value than officers of other worlds. Also the Adeptus Mechanicus uses the rarest of gem stones found on Ventrillia, for manufacturing and research purposes. In order to have a steady supply of these gems, the Mechanicus makes sure that the Nobles are abundantly equipped with Super-Heavy Tanks. Like their uniforms, these tanks are also superior to those found in other Astra Militarum Regiments.[7] The Nobles' wealth also ensures they are given rations that do not include Corpse-Starch, indoor dormitories for their use, and also squires and manservants to assist them with menial tasks.[Needs Citation]
Ventrillian Ignobles
However due to their pride and wealth, the Nobles are not welcoming to non-Ventrillia Guardsmen who join their ranks. They do not even fight within the Nobles' Regiments, instead being grouped together in Sub-Regiments known as the Ventrillian Ignobles. These combine the Nobles' ruthless discipline, but with poorer housing conditions within barracks and a supply of Corpse-Starch, as the Nobles feel this is more likely what the newcomers are accustomed to. This is all done, so that the Ignobles will not be distracted by the Nobles' opulence and this attitude even extends to the Sub-Regiments' equipment.[8]
Upon their arrival, the Nobles' Commissars will give the Ignoble Guardsmen Regimental Induction Packages, which include poor mockeries of their own lavish uniforms and equipment. This includes a Synthetic feather and a Glue Tube to attach it the the Ignoble's helmet. An imitation dueling sabre and lengths of imitation gold braid, so the Ignobles can alter their uniforms to meet the Nobles' Parade Standards. The package also contains the Nobles' version of a Full Set Ration Consumption Expansion Pack, which includes a fish knife, soup spoon, brandy glass, 24″ x 24″ silk napkin and a combination butter knife/bayonet attachment for the Ignobles' Lasguns. Also when the Nobles next go to battle, they will ensure that the Ignobles are assigned to the initial attack wave.[8]
Notable Engagements
- The War of Beasts on Vigilus — 14 regiments were committed to the defence of Mortwald.[4]
- The battle for Vermidil as part of the War for the Scourge Stars.[6]
Notable Regiments
- 118th Opal Raptors Regiment - Taking part in Vigilus' War of Beasts, where they have suffered 80%-90% casualties so far.[9]
- 24th Dragoons Regiment[3]
- 86th Regiment - Carmine Eagles[2]
- 95th Jagers Regiment[3]
- 141st Regiment[5]
- 202nd Regiment[5]
Notable Members
- M. K. Jones - 118th Opal Raptors Regiment. Awarded Guardsman of the Week by The Regimental Standard for his actions in Vigilus' War of Beasts.[9]
See also
Sources
- 1: Warhammer Community - Daemon Engines, a battlefield in a box and a new codex (last accessed 12 October 2017)
- 2: Codex: Astra Militarum (8th Edition), pg. 28
- 3: White Dwarf June 2018 — Battle Report: Last Stand at Glazer's Creek II
- 4: Imperium Nihilus: Vigilus Defiant, pg. 73
- 5: Imperium Nihilus: Vigilus Ablaze, pg. 87
- 6: Codex: Death Guard (8th Edition), pgs. 137-138
- 7: Codex: Astra Militarum (9th Edition), pg. 130 — Crusade Rules
- 8: Regimental Standard: Welcome to the Ventrillian Ignobles! (posted on 11/04/2018) (last accessed on 02/02/2023)
- 9: Regimental Standard: Your Guardsman of the Week (posted on 10/04/2019) (last accessed on 02/02/2023)
