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The '''Exorcists''' are a [[Space Marine]] [[Chapter]] with a particular speciality in combating [[Daemons]] and the forces of [[Chaos]]{{Fn|2}}{{Fn|3}}.
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The '''Exorcists''' are a [[Space Marine]] [[Chapter]] with a particular speciality in combating [[Daemons]] and the forces of [[Chaos]].
  
 
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==Background==
 
==Background==
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The Exorcists are a [[Space Marine]] [[Chapter]] with a very dubious founding history. They were formed as a successor chapter of the [[Grey Knights]]{{Fn|6}} at the end of [[M35]], or early [[M36]], in the [[Thirteenth Founding]] (The Dark Founding). They have a somewhat worrying creation as they were test subjects for a new form of [[Daemonhunters]]. On the subject of the creation, a single communication remains, and was sent from a [[Genetor]]-Major of the Xenobiologis core, named Lauram Clelland{{Cite this}}.
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The Exorcists are a [[Space Marine]] [[Chapter]] with a very dubious founding history. They were formed as a successor chapter of the [[Grey Knights]]{{Fn|6}} at the end of [[M35]], or early [[M36]], in the [[Thirteenth Founding]] (The Dark Founding). They have a somewhat worrying creation as they were test subjects for a new form of [[Daemonhunters]]. On the subject of the creation, a single communication remains, and was sent from a [[Genetor]]-Major of the Xenobiologis core, named Lauram Clelland. {{Fn|13}}
  
 
Members of the [[Ecclesiarchy]] were seconded to the [[Ordo Malleus]] to help with the creation of the chapter. One member of the delegation, [[Cardinal]] [[Rodrigo Nessun]], went mad after witnessing the high rate of failure of the early initiation process, turning to Chaos worship and fleeing with most of the Space Marines that couldn't be successfully exorcised, forming the [[Swords of Epiphany]] [[Chaos Warband]].{{Fn|11}}
 
Members of the [[Ecclesiarchy]] were seconded to the [[Ordo Malleus]] to help with the creation of the chapter. One member of the delegation, [[Cardinal]] [[Rodrigo Nessun]], went mad after witnessing the high rate of failure of the early initiation process, turning to Chaos worship and fleeing with most of the Space Marines that couldn't be successfully exorcised, forming the [[Swords of Epiphany]] [[Chaos Warband]].{{Fn|11}}
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==History==
 
==History==
 
[[Image:Exorcists Original Color Scheme.jpg|thumb|right|200px|Exorcists original color scheme. From White Dwarf magazine #101(UK).{{Fn|7}}]]
 
[[Image:Exorcists Original Color Scheme.jpg|thumb|right|200px|Exorcists original color scheme. From White Dwarf magazine #101(UK).{{Fn|7}}]]
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The Marines of the Chapter underwent a process known as "Daemonic Possession Therapy". Each Marine was, under very tight security, subject to possession by a minor denizen of the [[Warp]]. The creature was allowed to remain within the host body for twelve hours until they were cast out by a Daemon Hunter. Some of the Marines were so damaged physically and psychologically that they had to be terminated. Most however survived and needed only minor reconstructive surgery{{Cite this}}.
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The Marines of the Chapter underwent a process known as "Daemonic Possession Therapy". Each Marine was, under very tight security, subject to possession by a minor denizen of the [[Warp]]. The creature was allowed to remain within the host body for twelve hours until they were cast out by a Daemon Hunter. Some of the Marines were so damaged physically and psychologically that they had to be terminated. Most however survived and needed only minor reconstructive surgery.{{Fn|13}}
  
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After a minor period of recuperation the subjects were taught the ways of combating [[Daemon]]s, trained in the use of the 666 verses of the [[Book of Exorcism]]s and equipped with the weapons of an Exorcist. To test their new creations, the Marines were put into combat on a [[Daemon World]] on the northern edge of the [[Eye of Terror]]. A squad of the [[Grey Knights]] were held in reserve, just in case they turned on their masters, while the Exorcist Space Marines achieved a kill ratio of 97:1. Most impressive, especially against Daemons. Test results showed that their adrenaline production tripled and the levels of serotonin dropped drastically. This made the Marines much more aggressive and gave them increased combat effectiveness. Only 1% of the Marines fell to Daemonic infestation again, but the scientists believed they could eradicate the likelihood of this happening. On the basis that their souls are incorruptible and pure, they are effectively invisible to most warp daemons as their souls do not register for the leak of the mortal corruption. Only extremely powerful daemons are able to spot them.{{Fn|3}}
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After a minor period of recuperation the subjects were taught the ways of combating [[Daemon]]s, trained in the use of the 666 verses of the [[Book of Exorcism]]s and equipped with the weapons of an Exorcist. To test their new creations, the Marines were put into combat on a [[Daemon World]] on the northern edge of the [[Eye of Terror]]. A squad of the [[Grey Knights]] were held in reserve, just in case they turned on their masters, while the Exorcist Space Marines achieved a kill ratio of 97:1. Most impressive, especially against Daemons. Test results showed that their adrenaline production tripled and the levels of serotonin dropped drastically. This made the Marines much more aggressive and gave them increased combat effectiveness. Only 1% of the Marines fell to Daemonic infestation again, but the scientists believed they could eradicate the likelihood of this happening. On the basis that their souls are incorruptible and pure, they are effectively invisible to most warp daemons as their souls do not register for the leak of the mortal corruption. Only extremely powerful daemons are able to spot them.{{Fn|13}}
  
 
The Exorcists were involved in the [[Badab War]] against rebel Chapters.{{Fn|4}} The Exorcists are also one of only four [[Space Marine]] [[Chapters]] to have both fought in the [[Third War for Armageddon]] and against the [[Thirteenth Black Crusade]].{{Fn|2}}{{Fn|3}}
 
The Exorcists were involved in the [[Badab War]] against rebel Chapters.{{Fn|4}} The Exorcists are also one of only four [[Space Marine]] [[Chapters]] to have both fought in the [[Third War for Armageddon]] and against the [[Thirteenth Black Crusade]].{{Fn|2}}{{Fn|3}}
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Another prominent feature of the Exorcists are the [[Orisons]], specialist cultists who dedicate themselves to particular fields of expertise or knowledge. The most renowned of the Orisons are the [[Enochian Guard]], roughly equivalent to a Chapter's [[Veteran]] 1st Company.{{Fn|8a}}
 
Another prominent feature of the Exorcists are the [[Orisons]], specialist cultists who dedicate themselves to particular fields of expertise or knowledge. The most renowned of the Orisons are the [[Enochian Guard]], roughly equivalent to a Chapter's [[Veteran]] 1st Company.{{Fn|8a}}
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==Fleet==
 
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The Exorcists possess at least two [[battle barge]]s - the ''[[Punisher (Battle Barge)|Punisher]]'' and the ''[[Redeemer (Battle Barge)|Redeemer]]''. They also operate at least three [[strike cruiser]]s - the ''[[Captain Augusta]]'', the ''[[Eternal Defiance]]'' and the ''[[Hunter (Ship)|Hunter]]''.{{Fn|1}}
 
  
 
==Notable Elements of the Exorcists==
 
==Notable Elements of the Exorcists==
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===Known Vessels===
 
===Known Vessels===
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*''[[Punisher (Battle Barge)|Punisher]]''{{Fn|13}}
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*''[[Eternal Defiance]]'' - [[Strike Cruiser]]{{Fn|1}}
 
*''[[Wraith of Threnna]]'' - [[Strike Cruiser]]{{Fn|12}}
 
*''[[Wraith of Threnna]]'' - [[Strike Cruiser]]{{Fn|12}}
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*''[[Hunter]]'' - [[Strike Cruiser]]{{Fn|1}}
  
 
===Known Members===
 
===Known Members===
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==Sources==
 
==Sources==
 
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{{Cite}}
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*{{Endn|1}}: [https://web.archive.org/web/20040216185443/http://www.specialist-games.com/battlefleetgothic/assets/cleanse_the_stars.pdf To Cleanse The Stars] by [[Andy Chambers]] and [[ Gav Thorpe]], pg. 75 ''(saved archive page, dated Feb 2004, last accessed 8 July 2019)''
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*{{Endn|1}}: [https://web.archive.org/web/20040216185443/http://www.specialist-games.com/battlefleetgothic/assets/cleanse_the_stars.pdf To Cleanse The Stars] by [[Andy Chambers]] and [[ Gav Thorpe]], pg. 75 ''(saved archive page, dated Feb 2004, last accessed 12 November 2019)''
 
*{{Endn|2}}: [[Codex: Armageddon]], pg. 32
 
*{{Endn|2}}: [[Codex: Armageddon]], pg. 32
 
*{{Endn|3}}: [[Codex: Eye of Terror]], pg. 16
 
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*{{Endn|11}}: [[The Death of Antagonis (Novel)]], Chapter III.
 
*{{Endn|11}}: [[The Death of Antagonis (Novel)]], Chapter III.
 
*{{Endn|12}}: [[White Dwarf July 2019]] - Indomitus Crusade Fleets
 
*{{Endn|12}}: [[White Dwarf July 2019]] - Indomitus Crusade Fleets
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*{{Endn|13}}: [https://web.archive.org/web/20040216185443/http://www.specialist-games.com/battlefleetgothic/assets/cleanse_the_stars.pdf To Cleanse The Stars] by [[Andy Chambers]] and [[Gav Thorpe]], pg. 75 ''(last accessed 21 July 2019)''
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*{{Endn|13}}: [http://web.archive.org/web/20030828075151/http://www.armageddon3.com/English/Campaign/Troops/exorcists.html - Details of the Third War for Armageddon Worldwide Campaign] saved archive page, dated 28 Aug 2003, last accessed 12 November 2019
  
 
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*<nowiki>http://uk.games-workshop.com/campaignweekends/assets/badab-war-rules.pdf</nowiki> ''(link removed, accessed 2006.12.11)''
 
*<nowiki>http://uk.games-workshop.com/campaignweekends/assets/badab-war-rules.pdf</nowiki> ''(link removed, accessed 2006.12.11)''
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*[http://www.armageddon3.com/English/Campaign/Troops/exorcists.html Armageddon Website] - Details of the Third War for Armageddon Worldwide Campaign. ''(accessed 2007.02.19)''
 
 
*[http://uk.games-workshop.com/campaignweekends/ GW Campaign Weekends Site]. ''GW UK's Campaign Weekends Badab War Rules (.pdf)''
 
*[http://uk.games-workshop.com/campaignweekends/ GW Campaign Weekends Site]. ''GW UK's Campaign Weekends Badab War Rules (.pdf)''
 
*[[Imperial Armour Volume Two - Space Marines and Forces of the Inquisition]], pg. 91
 
*[[Imperial Armour Volume Two - Space Marines and Forces of the Inquisition]], pg. 91

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The Exorcists are a Space Marine Chapter with a particular speciality in combating Daemons and the forces of Chaos.

Exorcists
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Founding Chapter: Grey Knights[6]
Founding: Thirteenth Founding
Descendants: None
Chapter Master: Unknown
Homeworld: Banish[5]
Fortress-Monastery: Basilica Malefex
Colours: Deep Red armor, with bone aquila on breastplate, a sculpted horned skull on the left shoulder panel, with black backpack and pauldron trim
Specialty: Combating Daemons
Strength: Unknown
Battle Cry Reports describe a slow, chilling chant in a number of dark languages, mixed with Litanies in High Gothic

Background

The Exorcists are a Space Marine Chapter with a very dubious founding history. They were formed as a successor chapter of the Grey Knights[6] at the end of M35, or early M36, in the Thirteenth Founding (The Dark Founding). They have a somewhat worrying creation as they were test subjects for a new form of Daemonhunters. On the subject of the creation, a single communication remains, and was sent from a Genetor-Major of the Xenobiologis core, named Lauram Clelland. [13]

Members of the Ecclesiarchy were seconded to the Ordo Malleus to help with the creation of the chapter. One member of the delegation, Cardinal Rodrigo Nessun, went mad after witnessing the high rate of failure of the early initiation process, turning to Chaos worship and fleeing with most of the Space Marines that couldn't be successfully exorcised, forming the Swords of Epiphany Chaos Warband.[11]

History

Exorcists original color scheme. From White Dwarf magazine #101(UK).[7]

The Marines of the Chapter underwent a process known as "Daemonic Possession Therapy". Each Marine was, under very tight security, subject to possession by a minor denizen of the Warp. The creature was allowed to remain within the host body for twelve hours until they were cast out by a Daemon Hunter. Some of the Marines were so damaged physically and psychologically that they had to be terminated. Most however survived and needed only minor reconstructive surgery.[13]

After a minor period of recuperation the subjects were taught the ways of combating Daemons, trained in the use of the 666 verses of the Book of Exorcisms and equipped with the weapons of an Exorcist. To test their new creations, the Marines were put into combat on a Daemon World on the northern edge of the Eye of Terror. A squad of the Grey Knights were held in reserve, just in case they turned on their masters, while the Exorcist Space Marines achieved a kill ratio of 97:1. Most impressive, especially against Daemons. Test results showed that their adrenaline production tripled and the levels of serotonin dropped drastically. This made the Marines much more aggressive and gave them increased combat effectiveness. Only 1% of the Marines fell to Daemonic infestation again, but the scientists believed they could eradicate the likelihood of this happening. On the basis that their souls are incorruptible and pure, they are effectively invisible to most warp daemons as their souls do not register for the leak of the mortal corruption. Only extremely powerful daemons are able to spot them.[13]

The Exorcists were involved in the Badab War against rebel Chapters.[4] The Exorcists are also one of only four Space Marine Chapters to have both fought in the Third War for Armageddon and against the Thirteenth Black Crusade.[2][3]

Organization

The Exorcists are a Codex Chapter, though they deviate in a number of key areas. The Chapter numbers twelve companies instead of the standard ten. They maintain two additional Scout Companies to have high influx of neophytes. Without such, the Exorcists will cease to exist due to their highly unconventional training methods.[8a]

Another prominent feature of the Exorcists are the Orisons, specialist cultists who dedicate themselves to particular fields of expertise or knowledge. The most renowned of the Orisons are the Enochian Guard, roughly equivalent to a Chapter's Veteran 1st Company.[8a]

Notable Elements of the Exorcists

Notable Campaigns

Known Vessels

Known Members

Known Named Vehicles

Images

Marines

  • Lector Rabelias[8a]

  • Brother-Initiate Gebruah[8b]

  • Brother-Initiate Belloch[8b]

  • Inceptus Kahl[8a]

  • Brother-Initiate Avasi[8b]

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