Evocati
The Evocati were a division of the Ultramarines during the Great Crusade and Horus Heresy.[1a]
Comprised of two double-strength Chapters composed of both raw Neophytes and hardened veterans[2], these warriors were charged with the high honour of overseeing the defence of the Ultramar base of Armatura and training new recruits. Due to their defensive role, they commanded the strongest Imperial fleet in Ultramar.[1a]
During the Shadow Crusade and in particular the Battle of Armatura, the Evocati took heavy losses against the Word Bearers and World Eaters.[1a]
Known Evocati
Trivia
The Evocati are likely named after the Evocati, which in the Ancient Roman army were soldiers who had served out their time and obtained an honorable discharge (honesta missio) but had voluntarily enlisted again at the invitation of the consul or other commander.
Sources
- 1: Betrayer (Novel):
- 2: The Horus Heresy: Age of Darkness Rulebook, pg. 81