Warhammer: In the Name of Ashes

Sulla's kill squad was still groping its way forward, but the Battle Sisters deep in the hive were already in dire straits.

Ever since the first hint of alien civilization appeared in the direction of Farr, these battle sisters originating from the martyred saints have been waiting for help.

They instinctively sensed that the war near the Gothic Sector did not seem to be simple.

The enemy's purpose is not to occupy the prosperous area, but more like a test.

Their attack on the empire was not an invasion with large force projection from beginning to end, but was more similar to guerrilla warfare, appearing at the junction of star sectors and waterway sites.

But this is exactly what the Gothic Sector least wants to see.

They have a fleet, because this is the second homeport of the Imperial Navy in the Obscure Star Territory.

Now, although most of the fleet has been mobilized due to the changes in the Eye of Terror, it can be used as an arsenal for the entire Hazy Star Territory. The quality of the fleet here can definitely stand the test.

They also have military strength, as numerous Forge Worlds and Astra Militarum levy worlds are located here.

Although the reserves of the major training bases and forging worlds are not full, the already trained troops and the permanent legions here can be said to be well-equipped and of excellent quality.

But they also have their own problems, that is, as one of the few rear areas in the Hazy Star Territory that has not been shrouded in war all year round, they shoulder not only a huge production task.

The strategic passage with Terra and the transportation of supplies to remote star areas are also one of their essential tasks.

The largest and most complex waterway in the entire star field is in the center of the Gothic Star Sector, and the defense of each of the fleet transfer stations naturally falls on their shoulders.

The Sector Governor does not dare to neglect, because the three forge worlds concentrated here are too important to the empire. If there is any problem with the supply of materials to Terra and the Frontier, what awaits them is excommunication from the Empire.

Under pressure, they had to send fleets to maintain armed escorts in various waterways.

The Astra Militarum was also mobilized for the same reason, riding on the battleships of the Imperial Navy and stationed in star forts at various transit points.

But their military strength is destined to be limited, even if the training bases and forging worlds are working day and night.

As armies were drawn out, the Gothic Sector itself fell into a defensive void.

And when the traces of aliens began to move closer to the Gothic Sector, it became inevitable to draw troops from various galaxies.

Farr is a typical example.

An agricultural world with low value is destined not to have much weight in the eyes of big shots looking at the overall situation.

The 22nd Farr Regiment, which has always been stationed here, has now been transferred to strengthen the defense near Karim's star gate.

Taking over their defense was a corps that was originally favored by the Ministry of Military Affairs.

But this Astral Legion, which was brought back to rest near the Eye of Terror, dealt a severe blow to the Holy Roses who originally had expectations for them...

Tolikov's 8th Regiment has always been in the battle sequence of the Hazy Star Territory, and can be regarded as the main army with outstanding military achievements.

But now they have become minions of the evil god, and they even hide their depravity. It is not until they actually enter the ground of Farr that they use the most shameful betrayal to show their true colors at the critical moment when the aliens attack Farr.

The Holy Rose here was originally organized by a complete company.

And it was on the advice of the Heretic Inquisitor with whom they had long-term cooperation that they handed over the entire core area of ​​the Hive City to those traitors.

When the defenses in orbit failed and the signal station issued a final warning after being penetrated.

These fanatical battle nuns, just like their most revered pioneer, Arabella, are firmly stationed at the top of the hive city, enduring the first wave of blows and infiltration from the aliens.

But after they withstood the test of firepower from the enemy, at the most unprepared moment, what awaited them was a fatal blow from Tolikov's 8th Regiment.

They have an agreement with these traitors. If everything goes well, they will complete the defense change with this Astral Legion after completing the first wave of resistance.

High-ranking Heretic Inquisitor Wilkinson is the protector of this world, and he also clearly knows the sanctuary hidden here.

According to her plan, the Holy Rose, as the only combat force that Farr can trust, will turn to the sanctuary deep in the hive to shrink its defenses after enduring the most difficult battle here.

But when the aliens chose to retreat temporarily after the first wave of attacks, the Holy Roses who walked out of the tower to greet their comrades were greeted by a head-on attack from the most elite infiltration unit of Tolikov's 8th Regiment, the Scavenger Birds.

Batteries of Leman Russ aimed their cannon fire full of vicious curses at the open spaces and covered bridges where they gathered;

But the traitors who had just successfully changed defense and successfully entered the bunker and position fired the coldest bullets at them at this moment.

Groups of mutated giants got off the armored vehicles that were said to be transporting supplies and wounded people, and then launched a death charge towards them in the eyes of the stunned inquisitors.

After being caught off guard and resisting the charge of these fallen ones, what appeared in front of the Holy Roses were shield guards weighing more than half a ton and wearing heavy armor. They were occupying a high point in the distance and were shooting at them wantonly. gunner...

In this battle, Inquisitor Wilkinson and Chief Sister Sandna were killed at the same time, while Adjutant Seat and her sisters, who survived the first wave of firefights, were seriously injured and died from the torture of the enemy.

The entire company of Battle Sisters was almost wiped out, with only one squad that left early to evacuate the wounded survive.

Padilla, the only officer in the team, and her sister were quite lucky. They chose to dodge as soon as they heard the sound of artillery fire, and thus escaped the subsequent sweeps from Tolikov's 8th Regiment.

They stood several kilometers away below the tower area and witnessed the traitors hanging their familiar faces and heads on the bell tower with iron hooks full of thorns.

revenge! revenge! revenge!

The rage of hatred is the only force that sustains her and her sisters!

She almost couldn't help it, and rushed up to the tower with her sisters to die with the traitors.

But when the head of Seat, the sister she was most familiar with and best friends with, was hung up amidst the laughter of those traitors, she clearly saw her last will in the eyes of the sister who had never left this world.

"Holy things... holy things cannot fall into their hands!"

The lips that were dry due to blood loss were moving silently, but Padilla, who was several kilometers away, instantly understood.

She slammed the telescope in her hand to the ground, and then tasted the blood of her lips being torn apart by her teeth. He ordered behind him with a beast-like roar:

"Go! Don't look back! Go! In the name of the Emperor, they will pay the price!"

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