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Chapter Ancient
From Warhammer 40k - Lexicanum
The Chapter Ancient is the standard bearer of the Chapter's Banner[1]. They typically serve within the Honour Guard.[2]
One battle-brother amongst the Honour Guard may have the distinction of carrying the banner of their Chapter into battle. This is a sacred task, one borne with immense dignity and gravitas. Whether providing a rallying point to the warriors fighting around him, or racing to defiantly plant the standard upon a contested elevation and in doing so claim the battlefield for his Chapter, the Ancient serves to inspire all around him.[2]
See also
Sources
- 1: Insignium Astartes, pg. 17
- 2: Codex: Space Marines (8th Edition), pg. 66