Sisters of Battle

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Backstory

The Adepta Sororitas has its origins on the world of San Leor. An order known as the Daughters of the Emperor, an all-female cult dedicated to worship of the Emperor, had been discovered there by members of the Ecclesiarchy. Goge Vandire, the High Lord of the Administratum (and also Ecclesiarch of the Adeptus Ministorum), decided to pay a visit to San Leor and recruit the Daughters into his own private army. The Daughters, at first, refused to accept his authority. Vandire decided to show them that he was blessed by the Emperor - he instructed a soldier in his entourage to shoot him, which after a brief hesitation, he did. However, thanks to the protective field generated by the Rosarius of the Ecclesiarch (which no one but Vandire himself was aware of), Vandire was not harmed. The Daughters took this to be a sign, and swore allegiance to Vandire virtually on the spot. They became the Brides of the Emperor, and were Vandire's most loyal followers.

During the Siege of the Ecclesiarchal Palace, the Adeptus Custodes, the praetorians of the Emperor himself, tried to approach the Brides and convince them of Vandire's treachery. In a last ditch effort to convince them, the Custodes took Alicia Dominica, leader of the Brides, and her chosen bodyguards deep into the Imperial Palace where they stood before the Emperor himself. What happened there remains unknown - Dominica and her companions were sworn to secrecy - but it became clear that the Brides, who reverted to the title of Daughters of the Emperor, had been awakened to the evil that Vandire represented. Marching into his audience chamber, Dominica paused only to condemn Vandire for his crimes before she beheaded the power-crazed dictator. Reportedly, Vandire's final words were "I don't have time to die - I'm too busy!"

After this episode, the Decree Passive was proclaimed by newly appointed Ecclesiarch Sebastian Thor. Under the literal interpretation of the decree however, the Adepta Sororitas were not obligated to disband because the decree made only explicit mention of "men under arms." Thor, recognizing the need for the Ecclesiarchy to have some kind of force and internal regulator, allowed them to remain, even if the spirit of the decree was rather blatantly disregarded.

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Sisters of Battle Units

Ecclesiarchal Servitor


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"The Machine Spirit sings in me."

Ecclesiarchal Servitors act as builders for the Sisters of Battle. Somewhat similar to the Imperial Guard's Techpriest Enginseer, they are dispatched first into combat zones to provide essential infrastructure for the Sister's campaigns as well as providing maintenance for damaged vehicles and buildings. They are also commonly deployed following the successful capture of enemy fortifications to dismantle buildings. They are assisted in performing their duties by the cybernetic upgrades their masters provide. With metal servo-arms, they work much faster and more efficiently than any normal human.

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Missionary


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"From the lightning, and the tempest, Emperor deliver us!"

At the forefront of Ecclesiarchy crusades, Missionaries travel to worlds where the Emperor is not worshipped and convert the populace. Their tenacity and infinite faith make them excellent scout and support units, as they use Acts of Faith to bolster the strength of the squad they are attached to. The Missionary is the only detector unit in Tier 1.

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Battle Sister Squad


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"Death to the impure!"

The holy avengers of the Emperor's glory, Battle Sisters cause dread in the souls of sinners across the vast galaxy. Highly trained and adaptable to the changing conditions of the battlefield, the Battle Sisters have access to a broad range of weapon upgrades and more than a match for any Infantry and Heavy Infantry units that dares stand against them.

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Seraphim Squad


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"We fall upon the infidels."

Soaring over the grim battlefields like angels of vengeance, the Seraphim Squad rains down fire and damnation on those sinners foolish enough to raise arms against the Ecclesiarchy. This fast attack combat unit operates close to the front lines, delivering lighting strikes against infantry units and dropping Krak grenades against vehicles and fortifications. The sight of the Seraphim overhead provides confidence to their allies and they generate Faith attribute necessary to power the Acts of Faith.

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Celestian Squad


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"We purge with righteous zeal."

Celestians are a hard-hitting anti-vehicle and building unit, also quite capable in melee with their chainswords. The main anti-armour unit for the Sisters Of Battle, Celestian Squads are called upon to quickly destroy non-infantry threats with their melta weaponry.

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Death-Cult Assassin


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"I whisper to my blades 'Kill, kill!'"

When the Adeptus Ministorum needs someone slain, they call upon their daughters of death, the lethal and fanatical Death-Cult Assassins. Preternaturally agile and capable of dodging the most vicious melee attacks, the Assassins slip behind enemy lines slaying commanders and other key personnel. In addition, the Death-Cult's stealth and observation skills (she is a detector as well as an infiltrator) make them ideal for spotting enemy units infiltrating their main force. A few well-placed Death-Cult Assassins in the right locations can cause more confusion and terror than a heavy tank.

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Sister Repentia Squad


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"To the Emperor, my life; to Him, my death."

Outcast for some past sin, the Sisters Repentia seek death and thus absolution in the heat of battle. They have brutal melee combat capabilities and are heavily armed solely with the deadly Eviscerator, making them all but unstoppable. While always threatened by opponents who excel with firearms, no one dares stand before the Sisters Repentia toe-to-toe.

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Canoness


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"Thou shalt not! I shall!"

The overall leaders of the Sisters of Battle, the Canoness commands the Ecclesiarchal forces of the Imperium. Her unwavering devotion to the cause boosts the morale of units she is attached to. She is a versatile combatant, skilled at both ranged and melee attacks. Finally, her boundless fanaticism marks her as a Faithful unit, providing the Faith resource while she remains in the battlefield.

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Avenging Angel


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Avenging Angels are not built. They are summoned from fallen Sisters by the use of the Canoness's Act of Faith: Ascension. They last only 30 seconds. They can detect hidden units.

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Confessor


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"I have come to pass judgement."

An empire as vast and uncaring as the Imperium of Mankind needs strict discipline to keep it on the path to righteousness. This solemn duty falls to the Confessors. These solitary crusaders wander the Imperium, seeking out heresy in all forms and delivering judgement in the Emperor's name. A superior melee combatant who commands Acts of Faith to damage and stun his enemies, the Confessor is an awe-inspiring addition to any dedicated Ecclesiarchal force. The Confessor is a detector unit.

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Living Saint


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"I bring salvation through annihilation."

An unstoppable juggernaut of Holy wrath, the Living Saint all but assures a quick and decisive victory when it appears on a battlefield. This angel of death soars over the battlefield, unleashing ruin on the enemy with an awe-inspiring array of powerful abilities. In addition, her connection to the God-Emperor allows her to miraculously resurrect after death. An appearance by the Living Saint generates a large amount of Faith resources, as she calls other devoted Sisters to join her in the fight to cleanse the universe of the heretics that stain the sight of the faithful.

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Rhino Transport


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"Taste my storm bolter!"

The crews of the Rhino Transports have a sacred duty to transport Sisters of Battle units directly to the frontline. This heavily armored vehicle can be equipped with Laud Hailers, spreading the gospel of the Imperium through heavily amplified speakers across the battlefield. In addition, the Rhino is equipped with storm bolters capable of combating Infantry units foolish enough to get in the way.

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Immolator


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"Behold! The Immolator!"

Lighting up the sky in bursts of Holy flame, the Immolator delivers justice to the lost souls that stand against the light of the Ecclesiarchy. This assault vehicle can take the worst punishment that the enemy can throw against it, all the while burning its way through any infantry of building units. Finally it can upgrade to Multi-Meltas, which make short work of buildings and vehicles.

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Lightning Fighter


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"Faster than blasphemy!"

Crewed by their skilled pilots, the Lightning Fighter is one of the finest fighters of the Imperial Navy. Soaring over the battlefield , it provides air support to fellow disciples and engages in dogfights with enemy forces. Roaring over the unclean battlefields of sinners and heretics, the Lightning Fighter is one of the greatest tools the Sisters of Battle have to enact the Emperor's will.

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Exorcist


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"Do you hear the organs play?"

The Artillery backbone of the Adeptus Ministorum, the Exorcist is capable of firing a cluster of missiles that can cause tremendous devastation across enemy forces. The weapons payload can be fired at a long range and do not require line of sight, making it ideal for hammering at an enemy's fortification before beginning a major assault. Artillery is highly inaccurate, particularly firing blind and a skilled commander must master this skill if they are going to be a successful servant of the Ecclesiarchy.

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Penitent Engine


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When a repentant heretic's crimes are so heinous that even arco-flagellation is not punishment enough, he may be interred in one of the ancient and holy shriving machines known as Penitent Engines. The Penitent Engine meets the enemy in close-quarter combat and is very effective against heretics who unwisely approach for melee. In addition, it makes an ideal leader in a siege situation where it can quickly dispatch major defenders while the rest of the assault catches up.

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Sisters of Battle Buildings

Ecclesiarchal Chapel


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The primary fortification in the Ecclesiarchy's never-ending war against heresy, the Ecclesiarchal Chapel provides builders and basic infantry for an Adeptus Ministorum commander. Ecclesiarchal Servitors, Missionaries, and Confessors deploy from the chapel. The chapel projects a Control Area around itself, allowing other buildings to be built near it. It can be upgraded to the imposing Ecclesiarchal Cathedral, or the awe-inspiring Ecclesiarchal Citadel.

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Listening Post


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The electronic ears of the battlefield, Listening Posts are quickly built over claimed strategic points, allowing a greater foothold into freshly captured territory. Listening posts increase the Requisition resource production rate of your army, and can be upgraded with weapons, making them formidable defensive structures. Finally, a Holy Icon can be placed on top, illuminating infiltrating units with the Emperor's unwavering gaze and increasing your maximum Faith value.

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Plasma Generator]


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The Plasma Generator generates the Power resource, which is essential for creating and deploying units, building structures, and upgrading your technology. You can only build six Plasma Generators per Ecclesiarchal Chapel. When destroyed Plasma Generators will damage any nearby unit or structure.

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Thermo Plasma Generator


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Thermo Plasma Generators give a huge Power bonus but can only be built on Slag Deposits which are, as a result, often highly prized and fought over tenaciously.

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Adepta Sororitas Convent


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Training ground and spiritual center for the Sisters of Battle, the Adepta Sororitas Convent stands in grim majesty over a million conquered worlds. Canonesses, Battle Sister Squads, Seraphim Squads, Sister Repentia Squads, Celestian Squads, and Death-Cult Assassins can all be found in its hallowed halls, while Imperial Tacticians conduct endless logistics research to more effectively produce and manage infantry units.

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Pristine Sanctuary


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A serene oasis in the confusion of battle, the Pristine Sanctuary host the finest minds in the Ecclesiarchy, all working to assist the Sisters of Battle in their blessed work. A research facility of unequaled ability, the Pristine Sanctuary can improve the basic weapons of the various Sisters of Battle squads, equip buildings with morale-boosting Laud Hailers, and can sharpen the minds and souls of infantry battallions and Veteran Superiors. Finally, the technicians of the Pristine Sanctuary are invaluable to the construction of Inferno Turrets and upgrading the Ecclusiarchal Cathedral.

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Manufactorum


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The Manufactorum is the point of construction and delivery for the Adeptus Mechanicus' mighty vehicles. Rhino Transports, Immolators, Exorcists, Penitent Engines, and the fierce Lightning Fighter units are all deployed from the Manufactorum, and immediate construction of the building is vital to an effective Commander's strategy. In addition, the Manufactorum contains research abilities to increase vehicle cap.

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Holy Reliquary


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Over the centuries, hundreds of devoted Sisters of Battle have fought and fallen in the Emperor's name. The greatest of their number are entombed in the sanctuaries of the Holy Reliquary, serving as a constant reminder to the Ecclesiarchal forces of the solemn cost of their sacred duty. This somber edifice acts as strongpoint for the Sisters of Battle's strongest warriors and is required for deploying the Confessor.

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Shrine of the Living Saint


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The single most formidable unit in the Sisters of Battle is the Living Saint, a warrior of light and devotion in the Ecclesiarcy's war across the unfeeling universe. When a Commander completes the construction of this building, they can call upon this elemental force to smite their enemies.

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Inferno Turret


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Equipped with twin-linked Inferno Cannons, the Inferno Turret is highly effective against advancing infantry units. In addition, movement sensors and hard-audible technology allow the emplacements to detect enemy infiltrators and make this a wise addition to any cautious Commander's perimeter defences.

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Purgatus Mine Field


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An excellent method to reinforce unsecured areas and hinder advancing enemy forces, Purgatus Mine Fields burst into flame when enemy units pass over them. Unseen by most enemy units until detonation, the Purgatus Mine Field can cause tremendous devastation to the unwary.

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