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Celestial Lions

2019-09-17T08:02:17Z

2601:1C0:5C80:28EF:F003:7EED:7F0A:4EC3: /* Ultimate Fate */

{{Infobox Spess Mahreen Chapter
|Name = Celestial Lions
|Heraldry = [[File:Celestial_Lions_Livery.png|150px]]
|Battle Cry = "We are the Emperor's pride. [[A Song of Ice and Fire|Hear us roar!]]"
|Number =
|Founding = Sometime in the 38th Millennium
|Successors of = [[Imperial Fists]]
|Successor Chapters =
|Chapter Master = Unknown
|Primarch = Rogal Dorn
|Homeworld = Elysium IX
|Specialty = Messing with the [[Inquisition]], flanking tactics
|Strength = [[Grimdark|Less than 95]], [[Noblebright|rebuilding]]
|Allegiance = [[Imperium]]
|Colours = Gold, with blue helmet and pauldrons.
}}
{{topquote|Whoever corrects a mocker invites insults, whoever rebukes the wicked incurs [[Blam|abuse]].|The Bible, Proverbs 9:7 (New International Version)}}

The '''Celestial Lions''' (calling them "Celestial ''Loins''" would be a joke in poor taste, given their tremendous losses of late) are a chapter of [[Space Marines]] in the [[Warhammer 40,000]] universe. They are an object lesson of what happens to people who try and mess with the [[Inquisition]] without serious backup (like being a [[First Founding]] chapter). It is unknown if the Inquisition is going to survive the return object lesson of what happens to those who fuck with the Space Marines. Especially Space Marines who are now best-buds with the Black Templars.

== Chapter Culture==
The Celestial Lions are a very brotherly, compassionate chapter, whose fraternal nature comes from the fact that they only recruit from the warrior tribes of the world Elysium IX. As they all come from a culture that values community, legacy, and courage, all the Lions hold those values as paramount. More than most other chapters, their world's culture holds sway in their conduct. The Lions are very informal to those within their own ranks, with even basic battle brothers talking to their superiors as brothers and equals, though they are disciplined on the battlefield and they show great respect to the officers of other forces, particularly the other [[Black Templars|sons]] [[Imperial fists|of]] [[Crimson Fists|Dorn]]. Another quirk of their chapter culture is the [[Space Wolves|value they place on storytelling and the great respect they give to talented storytellers]]. Within their chapter it is common for a squad to gather and tell stories of their heroes and their own exploits before an engagement. If an outsider is present in one of their ships or bases the visitor is expected to pay for their "food and fire" by telling a story from their own people's legends or that individuals exploits and as such they love serving alongside guardsman for the [[Ollanius Pius|stories]] [[Ciaphas Cain|they]] [[Commissar Yarrick|tell]]. Though they are very different from their [[imperial fists|typical]] [[Black Templars|grim]] cousin chapters, they are proud sons of [[Rogal Dorn|Dorn]] through and through. Most of this can be inferred from the short story in the Helsreach book.

==Clash with the Inquisition==
The Celestial Lions came into conflict with the [[Inquisition]] during the pacification of the world Khattar. Khattar was a [[Ecclesiarchy|Shrine World]] with a large, faithful population. When the upper echelons of the priesthood fell into worship of the [[Chaos|Ruinous Powers]] an Inquisitor Lord by the name of Apollyon (which is the Greek equivalent of "Destroyer" ie. [[Abaddon]]) called for an Imperial Navy blockade of the world in addition to Astartes support, a call that the Celestial Lions answered. After months of brutal fighting the Celestial Lions managed to cut the head off the local heretic priests and with that, the world's population lost the will to fight and surrendered to the Astartes. As the Lions were withdrawing, Inquisitor Apollyon decided that [[wat|since the priesthood had been corrupt, the surrendering and repentant civilian population must also be corrupt]], so he ordered Exterminatus on the planet. The Lions [[RAGE|were not fucking amused]]. After Apollyon refused to be held accountable for the senseless massacre, saying it was necessary, the Lions sent a Strike Cruiser with a delegation of Deathspeakers and Warleaders (Chaplains and Captains, respectively) to [[Terra|Holy Terra]] with the intention of entreating the High Lords of Terra to call the Inquisition to task over what they'd done. The ship was discovered two years later in Ork-controlled space, with nobody left alive in it and nowhere even close to its intended destination.

==Third War for Armageddon==
[[File:Celestial Lions Astartes.png|thumb|right|200px|They're as badass as they look]]
Fast-forward to the Third War for [[Armageddon]]. The entire chapter was deployed to a single hive, and thanks to spectacularly bad intelligence they ended up outnumbered, unsupported, and taking heavy losses at every battle, culminating in a mission in which the supposedly inactive Gargants they were sent to destroy proved to have been lying in wait for them along with several Ork warbands backing them up- all of which had apparently been warned of the Lions' planned attack some time beforehand. Matters came to a head when "[[Ork]] [[What|snipers]]" managed to take out most of the survivors (especially the Apothecaries), and their last [[Apothecary]] was found dead next to the Chapter's last [[Land Raider]] (having been shot through the head with a [[lasgun]] at point blank range and the gene-seed he was carrying stolen), leaving them without any means to recover the [[gene-seed]] from their fallen. The remaining 95 Lions realized that they had been marked for death and decided that they would fight off all the Orks on Armageddon or die trying, and contacted [[Grimaldus|Chaplain Grimaldus]] of the [[Black Templars]] to administer their last rites, but he insisted that the remainder of the Chapter could still restore its honour (and thus be allowed to leave) by slaying the warlord leading the Ork forces in the area. To support his weakened cousins Grimaldus used his influence as the 'Hero of Helsreach' to get support from several regiments of [[Imperial Guard]]. While much of the remaining forces of the Celestial Lions were wiped out in the attack, they were successful in redeeming themselves when Ekene Dubaku killed the Orkish Warlord with Grimaldus's help. The Inquisition abandoned their campaign against the remaining Lion's as the lesson had been thoroughly learnt and the Black Templars were now aware of it. Ekene, the Lion's only surviving Pride Leader (i.e. Squad Sergeant) was then named the new Chapter Master and given a couple of parting gifts by High Marshal Helbrecht himself: a suit of relic Imperial Fists power armor dating back to the [[Great Crusade]] along with a matching Relic Blade and the Strike Cruiser ''Blade of the Seventh Son''.

==Ultimate Fate==
The Lions are now working to rebuild with the help of a temporary detachment of Black Templar specialists, including some apothecaries and techmarines. Though it'll be hard considering there's less than ninety-five of them left, another Imperial Fists successor chapter recovered from near-extinction in less than a century after being reduced to 12 Marines in total. Plus, while the Inquisition may get away with bullying later-founded chapters, it would be tantamount to suicide for anyone to mess with the [[Black Templars|largest space marine <strike>legion</strike> chapter]] excluding the <strike>[[Dark Angels]]</strike>.

With the Indomitus Crusade going on. It's more than likely Guilliman sent some Primaris Marines to rebuild the Lions. This seems to be backed up by the fact that ADB is writing a book about an allied chapter, the Emperor's Spears, receiving Primaris reinforcements. One member of the chapter was also able to serve in the Deathwatch, implying they had the latitude to spare a marine.

Unfortunately though, the novel Spear of the Emperor states that Ekene Dubaku was beheaded by a [[Callidus]] posing as Thrall servant of Amadeus Kaias Incarius from the [[Mentor Legion]]. Nobody expects the Inquisition indeed. Of course, this means the Inquisition, Officio Assassinorum, and the Mentor Legion (assuming the Mentors were in plan which based on there limited lore of being less grim dark then other chapters is possible) ave dishonored and therefore majorly pissed off yet another Chapter ''and'' the Black Templars.

Out of universe this further proves that ADB is a hack for killing off cool characters to shill his OCs. In universe on the other hand: "Ork snipers" could have been accepted for a time, grots are on the level of the human with the same ballistic skill after all. But now the Assassinorum has openly revealed itself in what most definitely qualifies as treason. Receiving Inquisitorial permission or orders to kill a Chapter for enforcing the Emperor's law is. . . complicated to say the least. On the face of it this ''not'' an acceptable excuse for carrying out those blatantly treasonous orders, and the excuse of 'just following orders' has not flown since 1945.M41. On the other hand, this is the Imperium of Man and the Inquisition basically IS the law. To put another way: if the [[Kryptman]] could have a whole moat of planets blown up to slow down a hive fleet, then basically this would not even be a drop in the grim dark bucket. All the Inqusition could have said is 'we have evidence he's a heretic take care of them' and the Assassinorum would not even have the authority to question that order.

Regardless when/if this gets back to Guilliman some heretics are gonna ''die'' and the Inquisition it self could take a major hit.

==Trivia==
* "[[Ork Snipers]]" has since become slang for [[Vindicare]] assassins, or more generally for any implausible cover story for an [[Inquisition]] action.
** You know who else have golden armour, blue details and star patterns? [[Stormcast Eternals|Hammers of Sigmar]]. Funny, huh?
**Blue glitter paint, or clear glitter over blue, is much easier than painting individual stars.
* Also, "Ekene Dubaku" (Emperor rest his soul) is a badass as fuck name.
*They love catnip
*They do not use actual lions. Celestial or otherwise.

==Daily Routines==
04:00- Wake-Up: The Celestial Lions awaken. They immediately recite a litany of hate upon the Inquisition.

05:00- Morning Prayer: The Celestial Lions pray to tell amazing stories, as well as troll the Inquisition. Any brother caught praying for mercy from the Inquisition is sent to the Deathwatch.

06:00- Morning Firing Rites: The Celestial Lions tell stories to each other, and laugh heartily amongst themselves. Their targets are painted to look like Inquisitors, though some of the targets look '''VERY''' life-like.

07:00- Morning Battle Practice: The Celestial Lions reenact battles they have been in to entertain the neophytes and children of the Imperium. Sometimes, a human dressed as an inquisitor will be the victim of a plethora of slapstick jokes.

08:00- Morning Feast: A great feast is prepared by the chapter serfs. The serfs are invited to join the battle brothers at the table as they tell stories and tales of heroic deeds. Any serf who has the best story about being a troll is immediately inducted into the scout company.

09:00- Tactical Indoctrination: The Celestial Lions gather to make fun of the Inquisition. All the Ordos, as well as the Deathwatch and Grey Knights are talked copius amounts of shit. However, any battle brother who sullies the name of the Sororitas is immediately appointed as the chapter's Inquisitorial laison for his heresy.

12:00- Afternoon Feast: The Chapter gathers to laugh and tell more stories of great deeds. Serfs are encouraged to participate, encouraging them to criticize the inquisition whenever possible.

14:00- Afternoon Firing Rites: Inquisitorial agents, soldiers, and assassins sent after them placed in a field for target practice. Many times, the chapter serfs are allowed to take a few shots as well.

16:00- Afternoon Battle Practice: The Celestial Lions meet with their Black Templar pals to practice melee and mechanized combat.

18:00- Evening Feast: The Celestial Lions, Black Templars, and chapter serfs all enjoy a nice meal. Everyone shares stories and tell of their feats, from killing T'au commanders and Ork Warbosses, to trolling [[Chris-chan|Zis-chan]].

19:00- Free time: The Celestial Lions tell each other more stories as their Templar friends depart. Whenever they find the Inquisitorial spy hiding in the air ducts, they drag him out and force him to watch video clips of T'au beating humans in melee. The sheer rage and disgust that appears on his face entertains the entire chapter.

20:00- Bedtime: The Celestial Lions let the spy go, and turn in for the day. Before they do so, the chapter master tells them all a bedtime story.

==Gallery==
<Gallery>
File:Black Library Armageddon by ukitakumuki.jpg|Black Templars [[Grimaldus]] and Pride Leader Ekene Dubaku kickin' Ork assess. Note how Grimaldus is far too much of a badass to look where he’s shooting.
File:Black Library Blood and Fire by ukitakumuki.jpg|Ekene Dubaku rocking the Bolt Carbine... Totally awesome. In other news, Grimaldus still isn’t looking where he’s shooting.
File:Ork Snipers.jpg|So True.
File:Celestial Lions.jpeg|We present to you, the celestial lions!
File:Celestial lions apothecary by rhoadesd20-d5941zd.jpg|A Celestial Lion Apothecary falling victim to an "Ork Sniper"
</Gallery>

{{Marines-Official}}

Celestial Lions

2019-09-17T08:01:47Z

2601:1C0:5C80:28EF:F003:7EED:7F0A:4EC3:

{{Infobox Spess Mahreen Chapter
|Name = Celestial Lions
|Heraldry = [[File:Celestial_Lions_Livery.png|150px]]
|Battle Cry = "We are the Emperor's pride. [[A Song of Ice and Fire|Hear us roar!]]"
|Number =
|Founding = Sometime in the 38th Millennium
|Successors of = [[Imperial Fists]]
|Successor Chapters =
|Chapter Master = Unknown
|Primarch = Rogal Dorn
|Homeworld = Elysium IX
|Specialty = Messing with the [[Inquisition]], flanking tactics
|Strength = [[Grimdark|Less than 95]], [[Noblebright|rebuilding]]
|Allegiance = [[Imperium]]
|Colours = Gold, with blue helmet and pauldrons.
}}
{{topquote|Whoever corrects a mocker invites insults, whoever rebukes the wicked incurs [[Blam|abuse]].|The Bible, Proverbs 9:7 (New International Version)}}

The '''Celestial Lions''' (calling them "Celestial ''Loins''" would be a joke in poor taste, given their tremendous losses of late) are a chapter of [[Space Marines]] in the [[Warhammer 40,000]] universe. They are an object lesson of what happens to people who try and mess with the [[Inquisition]] without serious backup (like being a [[First Founding]] chapter). It is unknown if the Inquisition is going to survive the return object lesson of what happens to those who fuck with the Space Marines. Especially Space Marines who are now best-buds with the Black Templars.

== Chapter Culture==
The Celestial Lions are a very brotherly, compassionate chapter, whose fraternal nature comes from the fact that they only recruit from the warrior tribes of the world Elysium IX. As they all come from a culture that values community, legacy, and courage, all the Lions hold those values as paramount. More than most other chapters, their world's culture holds sway in their conduct. The Lions are very informal to those within their own ranks, with even basic battle brothers talking to their superiors as brothers and equals, though they are disciplined on the battlefield and they show great respect to the officers of other forces, particularly the other [[Black Templars|sons]] [[Imperial fists|of]] [[Crimson Fists|Dorn]]. Another quirk of their chapter culture is the [[Space Wolves|value they place on storytelling and the great respect they give to talented storytellers]]. Within their chapter it is common for a squad to gather and tell stories of their heroes and their own exploits before an engagement. If an outsider is present in one of their ships or bases the visitor is expected to pay for their "food and fire" by telling a story from their own people's legends or that individuals exploits and as such they love serving alongside guardsman for the [[Ollanius Pius|stories]] [[Ciaphas Cain|they]] [[Commissar Yarrick|tell]]. Though they are very different from their [[imperial fists|typical]] [[Black Templars|grim]] cousin chapters, they are proud sons of [[Rogal Dorn|Dorn]] through and through. Most of this can be inferred from the short story in the Helsreach book.

==Clash with the Inquisition==
The Celestial Lions came into conflict with the [[Inquisition]] during the pacification of the world Khattar. Khattar was a [[Ecclesiarchy|Shrine World]] with a large, faithful population. When the upper echelons of the priesthood fell into worship of the [[Chaos|Ruinous Powers]] an Inquisitor Lord by the name of Apollyon (which is the Greek equivalent of "Destroyer" ie. [[Abaddon]]) called for an Imperial Navy blockade of the world in addition to Astartes support, a call that the Celestial Lions answered. After months of brutal fighting the Celestial Lions managed to cut the head off the local heretic priests and with that, the world's population lost the will to fight and surrendered to the Astartes. As the Lions were withdrawing, Inquisitor Apollyon decided that [[wat|since the priesthood had been corrupt, the surrendering and repentant civilian population must also be corrupt]], so he ordered Exterminatus on the planet. The Lions [[RAGE|were not fucking amused]]. After Apollyon refused to be held accountable for the senseless massacre, saying it was necessary, the Lions sent a Strike Cruiser with a delegation of Deathspeakers and Warleaders (Chaplains and Captains, respectively) to [[Terra|Holy Terra]] with the intention of entreating the High Lords of Terra to call the Inquisition to task over what they'd done. The ship was discovered two years later in Ork-controlled space, with nobody left alive in it and nowhere even close to its intended destination.

==Third War for Armageddon==
[[File:Celestial Lions Astartes.png|thumb|right|200px|They're as badass as they look]]
Fast-forward to the Third War for [[Armageddon]]. The entire chapter was deployed to a single hive, and thanks to spectacularly bad intelligence they ended up outnumbered, unsupported, and taking heavy losses at every battle, culminating in a mission in which the supposedly inactive Gargants they were sent to destroy proved to have been lying in wait for them along with several Ork warbands backing them up- all of which had apparently been warned of the Lions' planned attack some time beforehand. Matters came to a head when "[[Ork]] [[What|snipers]]" managed to take out most of the survivors (especially the Apothecaries), and their last [[Apothecary]] was found dead next to the Chapter's last [[Land Raider]] (having been shot through the head with a [[lasgun]] at point blank range and the gene-seed he was carrying stolen), leaving them without any means to recover the [[gene-seed]] from their fallen. The remaining 95 Lions realized that they had been marked for death and decided that they would fight off all the Orks on Armageddon or die trying, and contacted [[Grimaldus|Chaplain Grimaldus]] of the [[Black Templars]] to administer their last rites, but he insisted that the remainder of the Chapter could still restore its honour (and thus be allowed to leave) by slaying the warlord leading the Ork forces in the area. To support his weakened cousins Grimaldus used his influence as the 'Hero of Helsreach' to get support from several regiments of [[Imperial Guard]]. While much of the remaining forces of the Celestial Lions were wiped out in the attack, they were successful in redeeming themselves when Ekene Dubaku killed the Orkish Warlord with Grimaldus's help. The Inquisition abandoned their campaign against the remaining Lion's as the lesson had been thoroughly learnt and the Black Templars were now aware of it. Ekene, the Lion's only surviving Pride Leader (i.e. Squad Sergeant) was then named the new Chapter Master and given a couple of parting gifts by High Marshal Helbrecht himself: a suit of relic Imperial Fists power armor dating back to the [[Great Crusade]] along with a matching Relic Blade and the Strike Cruiser ''Blade of the Seventh Son''.

==Ultimate Fate==
The Lions are now working to rebuild with the help of a temporary detachment of Black Templar specialists, including some apothecaries and techmarines. Though it'll be hard considering there's less than ninety-five of them left, another Imperial Fists successor chapter recovered from near-extinction in less than a century after being reduced to 12 Marines in total. Plus, while the Inquisition may get away with bullying later-founded chapters, it would be tantamount to suicide for anyone to mess with the [[Black Templars|largest space marine <strike>legion</strike> chapter]] excluding the <strike>[[Dark Angels]]</strike>.

With the Indomitus Crusade going on. It's more than likely Guilliman sent some Primaris Marines to rebuild the Lions. This seems to be backed up by the fact that ADB is writing a book about an allied chapter, the Emperor's Spears, receiving Primaris reinforcements. One member of the chapter was also able to serve in the Deathwatch, implying they had the latitude to spare a marine.

Unfortunately though, the novel Spear of the Emperor states that Ekene Dubaku was beheaded by a [[Callidus]] posing as Thrall servant of Amadeus Kaias Incarius from the [[Mentor Legion]]. Nobody expects the Inquisition indeed. Of course, this means the Inquisition, Officio Assassinorum, and the Mentor Legion (assuming the Mentors were in plan which based on there limited lore of being less grim dark then other chapters is possible) ave dishonored and therefore majorly pissed off yet another Chapter ''and'' the Black Templars.

Out of universe this further proves that ADB is a hack for killing off cool characters to shill his OCs. In universe on the other hand: "Ork snipers" could have been accepted for a time, grots are on the level of the human with the same ballistic skill after all. But now the Assassinorum has openly revealed itself in what most definitely qualifies as treason. Receiving Inquisitorial permission or orders to kill a Chapter for enforcing the Emperor's law is. . . complicated to say the least. On the face of it this ''not'' an acceptable excuse for carrying out those blatantly treasonous orders, and the excuse of 'just following orders' has not flown since 1945.M41. On the other hand, this is the Imperium of Man and the Inquisition basically IS the law. To put another way: if the [[Kryptman]] could have a whole moat of planets blown up to slow down a hive fleet, then basically this would not even be a drop in the grim dark bucket. All the Inqusition could have said is 'we have evidence he's a hertic take care of them' and the Assassinorum would not even have the authority to question that order.

Regardless when/if this gets back to Guilliman some heretics are gonna ''die'' and the Inquisition it self could take a major hit.

==Trivia==
* "[[Ork Snipers]]" has since become slang for [[Vindicare]] assassins, or more generally for any implausible cover story for an [[Inquisition]] action.
** You know who else have golden armour, blue details and star patterns? [[Stormcast Eternals|Hammers of Sigmar]]. Funny, huh?
**Blue glitter paint, or clear glitter over blue, is much easier than painting individual stars.
* Also, "Ekene Dubaku" (Emperor rest his soul) is a badass as fuck name.
*They love catnip
*They do not use actual lions. Celestial or otherwise.

==Daily Routines==
04:00- Wake-Up: The Celestial Lions awaken. They immediately recite a litany of hate upon the Inquisition.

05:00- Morning Prayer: The Celestial Lions pray to tell amazing stories, as well as troll the Inquisition. Any brother caught praying for mercy from the Inquisition is sent to the Deathwatch.

06:00- Morning Firing Rites: The Celestial Lions tell stories to each other, and laugh heartily amongst themselves. Their targets are painted to look like Inquisitors, though some of the targets look '''VERY''' life-like.

07:00- Morning Battle Practice: The Celestial Lions reenact battles they have been in to entertain the neophytes and children of the Imperium. Sometimes, a human dressed as an inquisitor will be the victim of a plethora of slapstick jokes.

08:00- Morning Feast: A great feast is prepared by the chapter serfs. The serfs are invited to join the battle brothers at the table as they tell stories and tales of heroic deeds. Any serf who has the best story about being a troll is immediately inducted into the scout company.

09:00- Tactical Indoctrination: The Celestial Lions gather to make fun of the Inquisition. All the Ordos, as well as the Deathwatch and Grey Knights are talked copius amounts of shit. However, any battle brother who sullies the name of the Sororitas is immediately appointed as the chapter's Inquisitorial laison for his heresy.

12:00- Afternoon Feast: The Chapter gathers to laugh and tell more stories of great deeds. Serfs are encouraged to participate, encouraging them to criticize the inquisition whenever possible.

14:00- Afternoon Firing Rites: Inquisitorial agents, soldiers, and assassins sent after them placed in a field for target practice. Many times, the chapter serfs are allowed to take a few shots as well.

16:00- Afternoon Battle Practice: The Celestial Lions meet with their Black Templar pals to practice melee and mechanized combat.

18:00- Evening Feast: The Celestial Lions, Black Templars, and chapter serfs all enjoy a nice meal. Everyone shares stories and tell of their feats, from killing T'au commanders and Ork Warbosses, to trolling [[Chris-chan|Zis-chan]].

19:00- Free time: The Celestial Lions tell each other more stories as their Templar friends depart. Whenever they find the Inquisitorial spy hiding in the air ducts, they drag him out and force him to watch video clips of T'au beating humans in melee. The sheer rage and disgust that appears on his face entertains the entire chapter.

20:00- Bedtime: The Celestial Lions let the spy go, and turn in for the day. Before they do so, the chapter master tells them all a bedtime story.

==Gallery==
<Gallery>
File:Black Library Armageddon by ukitakumuki.jpg|Black Templars [[Grimaldus]] and Pride Leader Ekene Dubaku kickin' Ork assess. Note how Grimaldus is far too much of a badass to look where he’s shooting.
File:Black Library Blood and Fire by ukitakumuki.jpg|Ekene Dubaku rocking the Bolt Carbine... Totally awesome. In other news, Grimaldus still isn’t looking where he’s shooting.
File:Ork Snipers.jpg|So True.
File:Celestial Lions.jpeg|We present to you, the celestial lions!
File:Celestial lions apothecary by rhoadesd20-d5941zd.jpg|A Celestial Lion Apothecary falling victim to an "Ork Sniper"
</Gallery>

{{Marines-Official}}

Celestial Lions

2019-09-17T08:01:21Z

2601:1C0:5C80:28EF:F003:7EED:7F0A:4EC3: /* Ultimate Fate */

{{Infobox Spess Mahreen Chapter
|Name = Celestial Lions
|Heraldry = [[File:Celestial_Lions_Livery.png|150px]]
|Battle Cry = "We are the Emperor's pride. [[A Song of Ice and Fire|Hear us roar!]]"
|Number =
|Founding = Sometime in the 38th Millennium
|Successors of = [[Imperial Fists]]
|Successor Chapters =
|Chapter Master = Unknown
|Primarch = Rogal Dorn
|Homeworld = Elysium IX
|Specialty = Messing with the [[Inquisition]], flanking tactics
|Strength = [[Grimdark|Less than 95]], [[Noblebright|rebuilding]]
|Allegiance = [[Imperium]]
|Colours = Gold, with blue helmet and pauldrons.
}}
{{topquote|Whoever corrects a mocker invites insults, whoever rebukes the wicked incurs [[Blam|abuse]].|The Bible, Proverbs 9:7 (New International Version)}}

The '''Celestial Lions''' (calling them "Celestial ''Loins''" would be a joke in poor taste, given their tremendous losses of late) are a chapter of [[Space Marines]] in the [[Warhammer 40,000]] universe. They are an object lesson of what happens to people who try and mess with the [[Inquisition]] without serious backup (like being a [[First Founding]] chapter). It is unknown if the Inquisition is going to survive the return object lesson of what happens to those who fuck with the Space Marines. Especially Space Marines who are now best-buds with the Black Templars.

== Chapter Culture==
The Celestial Lions are a very brotherly, compassionate chapter, whose fraternal nature comes from the fact that they only recruit from the warrior tribes of the world Elysium IX. As they all come from a culture that values community, legacy, and courage, all the Lions hold those values as paramount. More than most other chapters, their world's culture holds sway in their conduct. The Lions are very informal to those within their own ranks, with even basic battle brothers talking to their superiors as brothers and equals, though they are disciplined on the battlefield and they show great respect to the officers of other forces, particularly the other [[Black Templars|sons]] [[Imperial fists|of]] [[Crimson Fists|Dorn]]. Another quirk of their chapter culture is the [[Space Wolves|value they place on storytelling and the great respect they give to talented storytellers]]. Within their chapter it is common for a squad to gather and tell stories of their heroes and their own exploits before an engagement. If an outsider is present in one of their ships or bases the visitor is expected to pay for their "food and fire" by telling a story from their own people's legends or that individuals exploits and as such they love serving alongside guardsman for the [[Ollanius Pius|stories]] [[Ciaphas Cain|they]] [[Commissar Yarrick|tell]]. Though they are very different from their [[imperial fists|typical]] [[Black Templars|grim]] cousin chapters, they are proud sons of [[Rogal Dorn|Dorn]] through and through. Most of this can be inferred from the short story in the Helsreach book.

==Clash with the Inquisition==
The Celestial Lions came into conflict with the [[Inquisition]] during the pacification of the world Khattar. Khattar was a [[Ecclesiarchy|Shrine World]] with a large, faithful population. When the upper echelons of the priesthood fell into worship of the [[Chaos|Ruinous Powers]] an Inquisitor Lord by the name of Apollyon (which is the Greek equivalent of "Destroyer" ie. [[Abaddon]]) called for an Imperial Navy blockade of the world in addition to Astartes support, a call that the Celestial Lions answered. After months of brutal fighting the Celestial Lions managed to cut the head off the local heretic priests and with that, the world's population lost the will to fight and surrendered to the Astartes. As the Lions were withdrawing, Inquisitor Apollyon decided that [[wat|since the priesthood had been corrupt, the surrendering and repentant civilian population must also be corrupt]], so he ordered Exterminatus on the planet. The Lions [[RAGE|were not fucking amused]]. After Apollyon refused to be held accountable for the senseless massacre, saying it was necessary, the Lions sent a Strike Cruiser with a delegation of Deathspeakers and Warleaders (Chaplains and Captains, respectively) to [[Terra|Holy Terra]] with the intention of entreating the High Lords of Terra to call the Inquisition to task over what they'd done. The ship was discovered two years later in Ork-controlled space, with nobody left alive in it and nowhere even close to its intended destination.

==Third War for Armageddon==
[[File:Celestial Lions Astartes.png|thumb|right|200px|They're as badass as they look]]
Fast-forward to the Third War for [[Armageddon]]. The entire chapter was deployed to a single hive, and thanks to spectacularly bad intelligence they ended up outnumbered, unsupported, and taking heavy losses at every battle, culminating in a mission in which the supposedly inactive Gargants they were sent to destroy proved to have been lying in wait for them along with several Ork warbands backing them up- all of which had apparently been warned of the Lions' planned attack some time beforehand. Matters came to a head when "[[Ork]] [[What|snipers]]" managed to take out most of the survivors (especially the Apothecaries), and their last [[Apothecary]] was found dead next to the Chapter's last [[Land Raider]] (having been shot through the head with a [[lasgun]] at point blank range and the gene-seed he was carrying stolen), leaving them without any means to recover the [[gene-seed]] from their fallen. The remaining 95 Lions realized that they had been marked for death and decided that they would fight off all the Orks on Armageddon or die trying, and contacted [[Grimaldus|Chaplain Grimaldus]] of the [[Black Templars]] to administer their last rites, but he insisted that the remainder of the Chapter could still restore its honour (and thus be allowed to leave) by slaying the warlord leading the Ork forces in the area. To support his weakened cousins Grimaldus used his influence as the 'Hero of Helsreach' to get support from several regiments of [[Imperial Guard]]. While much of the remaining forces of the Celestial Lions were wiped out in the attack, they were successful in redeeming themselves when Ekene Dubaku killed the Orkish Warlord with Grimaldus's help. The Inquisition abandoned their campaign against the remaining Lion's as the lesson had been thoroughly learnt and the Black Templars were now aware of it. Ekene, the Lion's only surviving Pride Leader (i.e. Squad Sergeant) was then named the new Chapter Master and given a couple of parting gifts by High Marshal Helbrecht himself: a suit of relic Imperial Fists power armor dating back to the [[Great Crusade]] along with a matching Relic Blade and the Strike Cruiser ''Blade of the Seventh Son''.

==Ultimate Fate==
The Lions are now working to rebuild with the help of a temporary detachment of Black Templar specialists, including some apothecaries and techmarines. Though it'll be hard considering there's less than ninety-five of them left, another Imperial Fists successor chapter recovered from near-extinction in less than a century after being reduced to 12 Marines in total. Plus, while the Inquisition may get away with bullying later-founded chapters, it would be tantamount to suicide for anyone to mess with the [[Black Templars|largest space marine <strike>legion</strike> chapter]] excluding the <strike>[[Dark Angels]]</strike>.

With the Indomitus Crusade going on. It's more than likely Guilliman sent some Primaris Marines to rebuild the Lions. This seems to be backed up by the fact that ADB is writing a book about an allied chapter, the Emperor's Spears, receiving Primaris reinforcements. One member of the chapter was also able to serve in the Deathwatch, implying they had the latitude to spare a marine.

Unfortunately though, the novel Spear of the Emperor states that Ekene Dubaku was beheaded by a [[Callidus]] posing as Thrall servant of Amadeus Kaias Incarius from the [[Mentor Legion]]. Nobody expects the Inquisition indeed. Of course, this means the Inquisition, Officio Assassinorum, and the Mentor Legion (assuming the Mentors were in plan which based on there limited lore of being less grim dark then other chapters is possible) ave dishonored and therefore majorly pissed off yet another Chapter ''and'' the Black Templars.

Out of universe this further proves that ADB is a hack for killing off cool characters to shill his OCs. In universe on the other hand: "Ork snipers" could have been accepted for a time, grots are on the level of the human with the same ballistic skill after all. But now the Assassinorum has openly revealed itself in what most definitely qualifies as treason. Receiving Inquisitorial permission or orders to kill a Chapter for enforcing the Emperor's law is. . . complicated to say the least. On the face of it this ''not'' an acceptable excuse for carrying out those blatantly treasonous orders, and the excuse of 'just following orders' has not flown since 1945.M42. On the other hand, this is the Imperium of Man and the Inquisition basically IS the law. To put another way: if the [[Kryptman]] could have a whole moat of planets blown up to slow down a hive fleet, then basically this would not even be a drop in the grim dark bucket. All the Inqusition could have said is 'we have evidence he's a hertic take care of them' and the Assassinorum would not even have the authority to question that order.

Regardless when/if this gets back to Guilliman some heretics are gonna ''die'' and the Inquisition it self could take a major hit.

==Trivia==
* "[[Ork Snipers]]" has since become slang for [[Vindicare]] assassins, or more generally for any implausible cover story for an [[Inquisition]] action.
** You know who else have golden armour, blue details and star patterns? [[Stormcast Eternals|Hammers of Sigmar]]. Funny, huh?
**Blue glitter paint, or clear glitter over blue, is much easier than painting individual stars.
* Also, "Ekene Dubaku" (Emperor rest his soul) is a badass as fuck name.
*They love catnip
*They do not use actual lions. Celestial or otherwise.

==Daily Routines==
04:00- Wake-Up: The Celestial Lions awaken. They immediately recite a litany of hate upon the Inquisition.

05:00- Morning Prayer: The Celestial Lions pray to tell amazing stories, as well as troll the Inquisition. Any brother caught praying for mercy from the Inquisition is sent to the Deathwatch.

06:00- Morning Firing Rites: The Celestial Lions tell stories to each other, and laugh heartily amongst themselves. Their targets are painted to look like Inquisitors, though some of the targets look '''VERY''' life-like.

07:00- Morning Battle Practice: The Celestial Lions reenact battles they have been in to entertain the neophytes and children of the Imperium. Sometimes, a human dressed as an inquisitor will be the victim of a plethora of slapstick jokes.

08:00- Morning Feast: A great feast is prepared by the chapter serfs. The serfs are invited to join the battle brothers at the table as they tell stories and tales of heroic deeds. Any serf who has the best story about being a troll is immediately inducted into the scout company.

09:00- Tactical Indoctrination: The Celestial Lions gather to make fun of the Inquisition. All the Ordos, as well as the Deathwatch and Grey Knights are talked copius amounts of shit. However, any battle brother who sullies the name of the Sororitas is immediately appointed as the chapter's Inquisitorial laison for his heresy.

12:00- Afternoon Feast: The Chapter gathers to laugh and tell more stories of great deeds. Serfs are encouraged to participate, encouraging them to criticize the inquisition whenever possible.

14:00- Afternoon Firing Rites: Inquisitorial agents, soldiers, and assassins sent after them placed in a field for target practice. Many times, the chapter serfs are allowed to take a few shots as well.

16:00- Afternoon Battle Practice: The Celestial Lions meet with their Black Templar pals to practice melee and mechanized combat.

18:00- Evening Feast: The Celestial Lions, Black Templars, and chapter serfs all enjoy a nice meal. Everyone shares stories and tell of their feats, from killing T'au commanders and Ork Warbosses, to trolling [[Chris-chan|Zis-chan]].

19:00- Free time: The Celestial Lions tell each other more stories as their Templar friends depart. Whenever they find the Inquisitorial spy hiding in the air ducts, they drag him out and force him to watch video clips of T'au beating humans in melee. The sheer rage and disgust that appears on his face entertains the entire chapter.

20:00- Bedtime: The Celestial Lions let the spy go, and turn in for the day. Before they do so, the chapter master tells them all a bedtime story.

==Gallery==
<Gallery>
File:Black Library Armageddon by ukitakumuki.jpg|Black Templars [[Grimaldus]] and Pride Leader Ekene Dubaku kickin' Ork assess. Note how Grimaldus is far too much of a badass to look where he’s shooting.
File:Black Library Blood and Fire by ukitakumuki.jpg|Ekene Dubaku rocking the Bolt Carbine... Totally awesome. In other news, Grimaldus still isn’t looking where he’s shooting.
File:Ork Snipers.jpg|So True.
File:Celestial Lions.jpeg|We present to you, the celestial lions!
File:Celestial lions apothecary by rhoadesd20-d5941zd.jpg|A Celestial Lion Apothecary falling victim to an "Ork Sniper"
</Gallery>

{{Marines-Official}}

Combi-weapon

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Combi-weapons are specialized weapons in [[Warhammer 40,000]], mainly used by the [[Imperium of Man]], [[Chaos Space Marines]], and the [[Ork]]s. A combi-weapon is essentially a [[bolter]] with another weapon integrated into it. Among the [[Space Marines]] they're commonly used by [[Terminator]]s and most famously by the [[Deathwatch]]. Since 8th Edition came and turned combi-weapons into a flat-out upgrade, individuals armed with them can either shoot any of the two, or, and that's something new compared to previous editions, shoot both at the same time at the cost of a shooting penalty. They come in several varieties.

==Space Marines/Imperials==

Generally speaking, Combi-weapons were first developed during the [[Great Crusade]] in an effort to improve the firepower of Astartes wearing [[Terminator]] armour; because a single [[Bolter]] was just not enough. So the [[Adeptus Mechanicus]] started by simply slapping two Bolters together, creating the Combi-Bolter and it snowballed from there. Those weapons were just [[awesome]] enough that their use spread from Terminator units to the entirety of the Space Marine Legions and beyond. The Combi-Bolter was later upgraded further to the purpose built Storm Bolter (while the traitors got stuck with the older variant), but the other Combi-weapons remain much the same as they were back then, combining the 'take-all-comers' flexibility of a good Bolter with the extra punch of a secondary weapon.

===Combi-Flamer===
[[File:Combi-Flamer.jpg|150px|right|thumb|Combi-Flamer]]

A boltgun with a [[flamer]] attached to its underside. When you want both the firepower and armor-cracking effects of the Bolter but also want to have the horde cleansing affects of the trusted Flamer, accept no substitutes. Especially useful for close combat situations. Combi-flamers are one of the most common and most well liked type of combi-weapon (The other being the Combi-Plasma) due to its versatility.

Like all Combi-Weapons in 8th edition, you can fire either/or as per normal, or shoot both at a -1 penalty. Because of its Flamer attachment, you can now autohit all enemies and defend [[Your Dudes|your dudes]] when they are being charged.
<gallery>
image:SternguardCombiFlamer.jpg|<center>Sternguard Issue</center>
image:BloodAngelsCombiFlamer.jpg|<center>Blood Angels Sternguard</center>
</gallery>

===Combi-Melta===
[[File:HHCombiMelta.jpg|150px|right|thumb|Combi-Melta]]

A bolter with a [[melta|meltagun]] attached to its underside. As you can imagine, these are used when there is a large presence of enemy armor. Combi-meltas are favored by tank-hunter specialists who like the vaporizing affects of the Meltagun but is also quite inclined to attach a more longer-ranged weapon to compensate for the relatively short range of the Meltagun. As you already know, it is very useful when hunting tanks.

Like all Combi-Weapons in 8th edition, you can fire either/or as per normal, or shoot both at a -1 penalty. Because of its Melta attachment, you now have immense flexibility in the tankbusting and troopbusting compartment. Tanks and Terminators would stay the fuck out of your effective range and would make a good deterrent against charging TEQs.
<gallery>
image:SternguardCombiMelta.jpg|<center>Sternguard Issue</center>
SternguardCombiMeltaModel.jpg|<center>Ultramarines Sternguard</center>
</gallery>

===Combi-Grenade Launcher===
[[File:BoltRifleGrenade.jpg|150px|right|thumb|Combi-Grenade Launcher.]]

A Bolter with a Grenade launcher strapped to the side, think of this as that particular Noobtube attachment you see on Call of Duty or Battlefield. Sometimes confusingly called the Auxiliary grenade launcher. As you can imagine, some has taken calling this weapon a Noobtube as well despite the fact that on tabletop it is not as overpowered as the ones you see in other video games.

Due to its nature, it is useful for fighting large hordes of enemies or lobbing grenades over well entrenched positions, though why the Imperium thought it would be useful to attach a single-shot grenade launcher to an automatic rocket-propelled grenade launcher is anyone's guess. Better question is why it isn't a belt-fed automatic grenade launcher with a box magazine. There is clearly room for it in the picture and a Space Marine can easily handle that. Fill the grenades with little melta-bombs for extra efficiency-effectiveness. ('''Bigga is betta, zoggin' 'umie!) Actually, since bolter shells explode after penetration, while good against armor, that effect is shit for clearing hordes. It's a bomb vs an RPG. The grenade part is to fuck up groups while the bolter cuts through lines of men and puts holes in armor.

===Combi-Plasma===
[[File:Rb6-54-combi-plasma.jpg|150px|right|thumb|Combi-Plasma]]

The most prevalent type of combi-weapon among loyalists, combi-plasma guns are extremely useful. A popular tactic is to fire a [[plasma]] blast first, allowing the plasma to burn through whatever armor is present, then fire a bolt, which will be able to pierce the exposed flesh and explode inside the target. It is best used against MEQs, which in a Space Marine's combat tour, is a relatively common enemy to face.

Like all Combi-Weapons in 8th edition, you can fire either/or as per normal, or shoot both at a -1 penalty. Because of its Plasma attachment, you have an extremely versatile weapon that can deal with a wide range of infantry scaling from GEQs to TEQs. However like all plasma weapons, you can overcharge to boost its AP with the added risk of it blowing up.
<gallery>
image:SternguardCombiPlasma.jpg|<center>Sternguard Issue</center>
DevastatorCombiPlasma.jpg|<center>Devastator Sergeant</center>
</gallery>

===Combi-Grav===
[[File:Combi-Grav.PNG|150px|right|thumb|Combi-Grav]]

A bolter with a [[Grav-Weaponry|gravgun]] attached to its underside. It serves the same purpose as a Combi-plasma except it fires more shots and has an equal chance of hurting any vehicle while plasma ranges from ouch against light vehicles to all but useless against the heaviest ones. However due to the rarity of Gravguns, let alone a Combi-grav, these weapons are seldom used unless it is of the most dire situations.

Like all Combi-Weapons in 8th edition, you can fire either/or as per normal, or shoot both at a -1 penalty. Because of its Grav attatchment, it is excellent against vehicles and other 'heavy' units. Although it is relatively poor against hordes of cheap infantry. Its status as a Grav weapon means that it is relatively rare in the 41st millennium.
<gallery>
DevastatorCombiGrav.jpg|<center>Devastator Sergeant</center>
CaptainCombiGrav.jpg|<center>Astartes Captain</center>
</gallery>

===Infernus Heavy Bolter===
[[File:InfernusHeavyBolterPict.jpg|150px|right|thumb|Infernus Heavy Bolter]]

Added in with the Deathwatch army, it's just as it sounds, a heavy bolter with an under-slung heavy flamer, whoever made this must have been high off their tits because that shit is ridiculous. Maybe they've been hanging around orks too long because this sounds like a serious case of wanting more [[Dakka]]. You know, I think you're probably right on that one, it sort of makes sense that the guys dealing with [[Xenos]] filth all the time would take the most inspiration from them.

Besides, when you only have a squad and are supposed to fight things an entire company of Astartes would normally face, you need as much dakka as possible. In any case, combining a heavy bolter with the ability to wipe out anyone who manages to get through the hail of fire without stopping the bolt-throwing is pretty dang good.
<gallery>
Infernus_Heavy_Bolter.PNG|<center>Side View</center>
InfernusHeavyBolter.jpg|<center>Front View</center>
</gallery>

===Adrastus Bolt Caliver===
[[File:SagittarumBoltCaliver2.png|150px|right|thumb|Adrastus Bolt Caliver]]

Adrastus Bolt Calivers AKA '''The Golden Gun''' is a type of Combi-Bolt Weapon used by the [[Adeptus Custodes]].

As you can imagine, these guns are one of the best anti-infantry weapons of the Imperium. Due to the size of the Golden Bananas, these hybrid guns are used as heavy weapons by the Custodes and utilize [[Adrathic Weapons|'Adrasite']] disintegration beam technology banned from the wider Imperium. This essentially makes them as Imperial [[Gauss|Gauss Blasters]] but fluff-wise better and quicker to work but shorter ranged. This combination weapon is able to unleash a fusillade of explosive rounds at long range with the potency of a Heavy Bolter or fire a short range disintegration beam able to rip a target apart at the molecular level. Their golden color and its properties makes them officially [[Awesome]].

Only the [[Sagittarum Guard]] are given the privilege to be issued and trained with these golden weapons of war.
<gallery>
SagittarumBoltCaliver.png|<center>First Side View</center>
Bolt_Caliver.PNG|<center>Second Side View</center>
AdrastusBolterFront.jpg|<center>Front View</center>
AdrastusBolterCabling.jpg|<center>Left View</center>
</gallery>

===Disintegration Combi-Gun===
[[File:Disintegration_Combi-Gun.PNG|150px|right|thumb|Disintegration Combi-Gun]]

A rare weapon from the Dark Age of Technology, the Disintegration Gun is actually only available in the forms of a pistol or combi-weapon. It does exactly as the name suggests, disintegrate things. In 7E, the Disintegration Gun itself has a very similar statline and effects to the Adrathic weaponry of the Custodes (also described as being disintegration weapons), so one can assume the Adrathus Bolt Caliver (An Adrathic Destructor mounted on a Heavy Bolter) is pretty much a beefed-up version of it. With weapons like this, one must wonder how fucked up the Age of Strife was that shit like this wasn't enough to save humanity from being mulched.

Despite being powerful and looking pretty damn sweet, this weapon is only available on the limited edition "Imperial Space Marine" model, so you're gonna have to deal with eBay scalpers or learn how to convert one of your own if you want one.

===Gallery===
====Combi-Flamer====
<gallery>
DeathwatchCombiFlamer.jpg|<center>Deathwatch</center>
CassiusCombiFlamer.jpg|<center>''[[Ortan Cassius|Cassius]]'s''</center>
HeresyCombiFlamer.jpg|<center>Legion</center>
</gallery>

====Combi-Melta====
<gallery>
BASternguardCombiMelta.jpg|<center>Blood Angels Sternguard</center>
DeathwatchCombiMelta.jpg|<center>Deathwatch</center>
LibrarianTerminatorCombiMelta.jpg|<center>Storm Bolter Design</center>
HelbrechtCombiMelta.jpg|<center>''[[Helbrecht]]'s''</center>
TychoCombiMelta.jpg|<center>''[[Erasmus Tycho|Tycho]]'s''</center>
HeroCombiMelta.jpg|<center>Heresy Era</center>
HeresyCombiMelta.jpg|<center>Legion</center>
</gallery>

====Combi-Plasma====
<gallery>
DeathwatchCombiPlasma.jpg|<center>Deathwatch</center>
AzraelCombiPlasma.jpg|<center>''[[Azrael]]'s''</center>
HeresyCombiPlasma.jpg|<center>Legion</center>
</gallery>

==Inquisition / Assassinorum==

===Combi-Needler===
[[File:CombiNeedlerPict.jpg|150px|right|thumb|Combi-Needler]]

A weapon used by the [[Daemonhunters|Ordo Malleus]]. A Bolter with a Needler integrated within it, intended to be used against creatures like [[Daemons|daemons]] that are extremely difficult to injure. This Combi-weapon is used only by the [[Inquisitors]] and [[Acolyte|Acolytes]] of the [[Ordo Malleus]] as the materials and expertise needed to craft these weapons is difficult and hard to acquire. A variant of this Combi-weapon also serves as the primary weapon of [[Eversor Assassin|Eversor Assassins]].

The Combi-Needler is used by non-assassins and it is a relatively easy to manufacture weapon in contrast to the Executioner Pistol. Of course as a Needler, it is a pain in the ass to shoot the damn thing.
<gallery>
Combi-Needler.jpg|<center>Pistol Variant</center>
EscherCombiNeedler.jpg|<center>House Escher</center>
</gallery>

===Condemner Boltgun===
[[File:Condemner_Boltgun.PNG|150px|right|thumb|Condemner Boltgun]]

Also called the Combi-Stake Crossbow. Used by Ordo Hereticus and Sisters of Battle, this is a bolter combined with one-use crossbow. Yeah, it sounds pretty pathetic. The cool point is that the crossbow bolt is filled with a mix of holy promethium and some anti-psychic shit produced by the Golden Throne.

So a direct hit from the crossbow component of the Condemnor Bolter will therefore not only deal a severe physical wound to an enemy psyker, it will also send his or her power spiraling out of control, consuming the user in a storm of untrammeled psychic energy. So it's not only going to burn the witch's body, but also burn down his very soul (which is crunch wise auto-peril to any psyker target).

<gallery>
CondemnorBoltgunPict.jpg|<center>Front View</center>
CondemnorBoltgunTop.jpg|<center>Top View</center>
</gallery>

===Executioner Pistol===
[[File:Executioner_Pistol.png|150px|right|thumb|Executioner Pistol]]

Used by [[Eversor]] assassins, this is (in DH) a combi-needle pistol, or (in [[WH40k]]) a pistol that fires [[What|poisonous needle shaped bolt rounds.]] As a result, the Assassin can fire both explosive Bolts or needles composed of a crystallised neurotoxin, sedative or interrogation narcotic into his victim, as the situation demands. The weapon's Needle Pistol toxins are so potent that whenever a target is hit by a shot it kills the victim almost outright.

It is this versatility, combined with the exquisite craftsmanship of every Executor Pistol, that makes it such a popular choice for one of the Imperium’s sanctioned assassins. The weapon incorporates the heights of arcane tech-lore in its construction. It possesses a bi-stabilized targeting sight, and its polymorphic grip is genetically coded to the individual Assassin. Thus, even if an opponent were somehow to gain control of an Executor Pistol, he would be unable to fire it. Changing the weapon’s programming to recognize a different user requires access to secret Officio Assassinorum facilities, something that is almost impossible even for most members of the Inquisition.
<gallery>
ExecutionerPistolLeftView.jpg|<center>Left View</center>
ExecutionerPistolRightView.jpg|<center>Right View</center>
</gallery>

==Chaos Space Marines==

[[File:TigrusBolter53.jpg|150px|right|thumb|Combi-Bolter]]

===Combi-Bolter===

Also known as a Twin-linked Bolter, the combi-bolter was basically a pair of boltguns welded together to create a more dangerous weapon. It was used by the Space Marine Legions during the [[Great Crusade]]. However, it has been replaced by the Storm Bolter among the Imperium, but is still used by Chaos Space Marines, more specifically on the Chaos Space Marine Bike Squadrons where they can perform dakka in a quick and easy fashion. In 8th Edition, it is functionally identical to a Storm Bolter.

==Orks==
===Kombi-Rokkit Launcha===
[[File:ORK_SpareKeys_Rokkit-Kombi.png|150px|right|thumb|Kombi-Rokkit Launcha]]

The Shoota/Rokkit Launcha gives the user a single side-mounted Rokkit Launcha with a single Rokkit to use against enemy tanks and armored vehicles. Great for when your Shoota Boyz needs a little bit more anti-vehicular punch and weight or if you need more Tankbustas but don't want to waste anymore points. Considering orkish ballistic skill it's probably going to miss when you fire it or explode in your face if the wiring is all wrong.

Because of its Rokkit attachment, it would give the Orks some needed anti-armor in an army that is vulnerable from mass artillery and machine gun fire. A Kombi-Rokkit allows your Orks to have a chance (albeit a low one given Ork accuracy) to pop some armor before it gets too hot.
<gallery>
KombiRokkit.jpg|<center>Meganob</center>
KombiRokkitBoss.jpg|<center>Common Variant</center>
</gallery>

===Kombi-Skorcha===
[[File:Kombi-Skorcher.jpg|150px|right|thumb|Kombi-Skorcha]]

An orkish version of the Combi-flamer with the more powerful skorcha (heavy flamer) attached to it instead of a flamer. The ork version of a combi-weapon is a shoota with something attached to it instead of a boltgun with something attached to it. Great for crowd clearing as well as boosting the CQC killyness of your Orky Boyz, and unlike the Kombi-Rokkit Launcha, you don't really need to worry about accuracy.

The Kombi-Skorcha in 8th edition became ridiculous especially when you have all your Nobs or a Big Mek equipped with one. This thing is capable of unleashing 2D6 heavy flamer shots with 6 str5 and 4 str4 shots. Have a bunch of Nobs equipped with one and have them ride on any troop carrying vehicle and let it rip.
<gallery>
KombiSkorcha.jpg|<center>Meganob</center>
KombiSkorchaNob.jpg|<center>Common Variant</center>
</gallery>

===Twin-Linked Shoota===
[[File:Twin-Linked_Shoota.PNG|150px|right|thumb|Twin-Linked Shoota]]

Think of this as the Ork's equivalent to the [[Chaos Space Marines]] Combi-Bolter. The Twin-Linked Shoota is basically two large Shootas duct-taped together from side to side. The Twin-Linked Shoota is often used commonly by Ork Warbosses as it gives them sufficient dakka before closing in for the kill and krumpin' his enemies. It provides greater accuracy than your standard everyday Shoota.

The Twin-Linked Shoota is essentially like the Combi-Bolter, but with more [[Dakka]] and even less accuracy and range. Seriously, it is a pretty impressive feat even by Ork standards to create a weapon that out-storm the Stormbolter and Combi-Bolter respectively.

<gallery>
TwinShootaFront.jpg|<center>Front View</center>
TwinShootaBack.jpg|<center>Back View</center>
</gallery>

===Gallery===
====Twin-Linked Shoota====
<gallery>
TwinShootaNob.jpg|<center>Common Variant</center>
TwinShootaTrakk.jpg|<center>Wartrakk Mount</center>
KombiSlugga.jpg|<center>Slugga Variant</center>
</gallery>

==Real Life==
Yes, these actually exist. Yes, it is [[Awesome]].

The earliest combination weapons sought to combine the ranged firepower of pistols with the close combat of a melee weapon, usually pistol-swords or pistol-axes. Because the components on a pistol didn’t hold up well to physical abuse, these were not widespread. The only version that became successful was the bayonet mounted on a rifle.

Compared to twin-linked weapon’s in 40k, in real life this was never done with small arms. The vast majority of twin-linked weapons are gun turrets specifically intended to destroy aircraft. Against a ground target, a single barrel weapon is sufficient. But against a fast-moving aircraft, the best way to increase your hit probability is to spam as many bullets as possible. We do have one example of a [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P57iXMmlUZo|twin-linked M1911 pistol] that was made for the lolz, and an [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Villar_Perosa_aircraft_submachine_gun Italian SMG from WWI] that started as turret gun for biplanes before being handed to ground troops out of sheer desperation, but users quickly realized that any potential benefit to doubling firepower is lost on the added weight, awkward handling, and the fact that neither bullet will hit exactly where you aim.

Below are some specific examples of combinations weapons.

===[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/LeMat_Revolver LeMat Revolver]===
Are you depressed about your [[Dakka|nine-shot revolver]] not having more firepower? Well worry not, as the axle used by this gun's cylinder also doubles as a smoothbore barrel, allowing you to fire a shotgun blast with just a flick of the small lever atop the hammer! Amazing!
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===Grenade Launcher===
The only major combi-weapon the military uses. Examples include the [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/M203_grenade_launcher M203], which clips under the barrel like a bayonet. It can also be reloaded, unlike pre-8th Edition 40k variants, and has basically replaced the non-automatic Grenade Launcher.
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===Shotgun===
Not as common as an underbarrel grenade launcher, the military also has a few different shotgun attachements, such as the [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Knight%27s_Armament_Company_Masterkey KAC Masterkey] or [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/M26_Modular_Accessory_Shotgun_System M26 MASS]. Used for door breaching more than anything else, troops can also load up specialized rounds for everything from bean-bags to taser shells to even [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/FRAG-12 small grenades].

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{{40k-Chaos-Weapons}}
{{40k-Ork-Weapons}}

Combi-weapon

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Combi-weapons are specialized weapons in [[Warhammer 40,000]], mainly used by the [[Imperium of Man]], [[Chaos Space Marines]], and the [[Ork]]s. A combi-weapon is essentially a [[bolter]] with another weapon integrated into it. Among the [[Space Marines]] they're commonly used by [[Terminator]]s and most famously by the [[Deathwatch]]. Since 8th Edition came and turned combi-weapons into a flat-out upgrade, individuals armed with them can either shoot any of the two, or, and that's something new compared to previous editions, shoot both at the same time at the cost of a shooting penalty. They come in several varieties.

==Space Marines/Imperials==

Generally speaking, Combi-weapons were first developed during the [[Great Crusade]] in an effort to improve the firepower of Astartes wearing [[Terminator]] armour; because a single [[Bolter]] was just not enough. So the [[Adeptus Mechanicus]] started by simply slapping two Bolters together, creating the Combi-Bolter and it snowballed from there. Those weapons were just [[awesome]] enough that their use spread from Terminator units to the entirety of the Space Marine Legions and beyond. The Combi-Bolter was later upgraded further to the purpose built Storm Bolter (while the traitors got stuck with the older variant), but the other Combi-weapons remain much the same as they were back then, combining the 'take-all-comers' flexibility of a good Bolter with the extra punch of a secondary weapon.

===Combi-Flamer===
[[File:Combi-Flamer.jpg|150px|right|thumb|Combi-Flamer]]

A boltgun with a [[flamer]] attached to its underside. When you want both the firepower and armor-cracking effects of the Bolter but also want to have the horde cleansing affects of the trusted Flamer, accept no substitutes. Especially useful for close combat situations. Combi-flamers are one of the most common and most well liked type of combi-weapon (The other being the Combi-Plasma) due to its versatility.

Like all Combi-Weapons in 8th edition, you can fire either/or as per normal, or shoot both at a -1 penalty. Because of its Flamer attachment, you can now autohit all enemies and defend [[Your Dudes|your dudes]] when they are being charged.
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image:SternguardCombiFlamer.jpg|<center>Sternguard Issue</center>
image:BloodAngelsCombiFlamer.jpg|<center>Blood Angels Sternguard</center>
</gallery>

===Combi-Melta===
[[File:HHCombiMelta.jpg|150px|right|thumb|Combi-Melta]]

A bolter with a [[melta|meltagun]] attached to its underside. As you can imagine, these are used when there is a large presence of enemy armor. Combi-meltas are favored by tank-hunter specialists who like the vaporizing affects of the Meltagun but is also quite inclined to attach a more longer-ranged weapon to compensate for the relatively short range of the Meltagun. As you already know, it is very useful when hunting tanks.

Like all Combi-Weapons in 8th edition, you can fire either/or as per normal, or shoot both at a -1 penalty. Because of its Melta attachment, you now have immense flexibility in the tankbusting and troopbusting compartment. Tanks and Terminators would stay the fuck out of your effective range and would make a good deterrent against charging TEQs.
<gallery>
image:SternguardCombiMelta.jpg|<center>Sternguard Issue</center>
SternguardCombiMeltaModel.jpg|<center>Ultramarines Sternguard</center>
</gallery>

===Combi-Grenade Launcher===
[[File:BoltRifleGrenade.jpg|150px|right|thumb|Combi-Grenade Launcher.]]

A Bolter with a Grenade launcher strapped to the side, think of this as that particular Noobtube attachment you see on Call of Duty or Battlefield. Sometimes confusingly called the Auxiliary grenade launcher. As you can imagine, some has taken calling this weapon a Noobtube as well despite the fact that on tabletop it is not as overpowered as the ones you see in other video games.

Due to its nature, it is useful for fighting large hordes of enemies or lobbing grenades over well entrenched positions, though why the Imperium thought it would be useful to attach a single-shot grenade launcher to an automatic rocket-propelled grenade launcher is anyone's guess. Better question is why it isn't a belt-fed automatic grenade launcher with a box magazine. There is clearly room for it in the picture and a Space Marine can easily handle that. Fill the grenades with little melta-bombs for extra efficiency-effectiveness. ('''Bigga is betta, zoggin' 'umie!) Actually, since bolter shells explode after penetration, while good against armor, that effect is shit for clearing hordes. It's a bomb vs an RPG. The grenade part is to fuck up groups while the bolter cuts through lines of men and puts holes in armor.

===Combi-Plasma===
[[File:Rb6-54-combi-plasma.jpg|150px|right|thumb|Combi-Plasma]]

The most prevalent type of combi-weapon among loyalists, combi-plasma guns are extremely useful. A popular tactic is to fire a [[plasma]] blast first, allowing the plasma to burn through whatever armor is present, then fire a bolt, which will be able to pierce the exposed flesh and explode inside the target. It is best used against MEQs, which in a Space Marine's combat tour, is a relatively common enemy to face.

Like all Combi-Weapons in 8th edition, you can fire either/or as per normal, or shoot both at a -1 penalty. Because of its Plasma attachment, you have an extremely versatile weapon that can deal with a wide range of infantry scaling from GEQs to TEQs. However like all plasma weapons, you can overcharge to boost its AP with the added risk of it blowing up.
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image:SternguardCombiPlasma.jpg|<center>Sternguard Issue</center>
DevastatorCombiPlasma.jpg|<center>Devastator Sergeant</center>
</gallery>

===Combi-Grav===
[[File:Combi-Grav.PNG|150px|right|thumb|Combi-Grav]]

A bolter with a [[Grav-Weaponry|gravgun]] attached to its underside. It serves the same purpose as a Combi-plasma except it fires more shots and has an equal chance of hurting any vehicle while plasma ranges from ouch against light vehicles to all but useless against the heaviest ones. However due to the rarity of Gravguns, let alone a Combi-grav, these weapons are seldom used unless it is of the most dire situations.

Like all Combi-Weapons in 8th edition, you can fire either/or as per normal, or shoot both at a -1 penalty. Because of its Grav attatchment, it is excellent against vehicles and other 'heavy' units. Although it is relatively poor against hordes of cheap infantry. Its status as a Grav weapon means that it is relatively rare in the 41st millennium.
<gallery>
DevastatorCombiGrav.jpg|<center>Devastator Sergeant</center>
CaptainCombiGrav.jpg|<center>Astartes Captain</center>
</gallery>

===Infernus Heavy Bolter===
[[File:InfernusHeavyBolterPict.jpg|150px|right|thumb|Infernus Heavy Bolter]]

Added in with the Deathwatch army, it's just as it sounds, a heavy bolter with an under-slung heavy flamer, whoever made this must have been high off their tits because that shit is ridiculous. Maybe they've been hanging around orks too long because this sounds like a serious case of wanting more [[Dakka]]. You know, I think you're probably right on that one, it sort of makes sense that the guys dealing with [[Xenos]] filth all the time would take the most inspiration from them.

Besides, when you only have a squad and are supposed to fight things an entire company of Astartes would normally face, you need as much dakka as possible. In any case, combining a heavy bolter with the ability to wipe out anyone who manages to get through the hail of fire without stopping the bolt-throwing is pretty dang good.
<gallery>
Infernus_Heavy_Bolter.PNG|<center>Side View</center>
InfernusHeavyBolter.jpg|<center>Front View</center>
</gallery>

===Adrastus Bolt Caliver===
[[File:SagittarumBoltCaliver2.png|150px|right|thumb|Adrastus Bolt Caliver]]

Adrastus Bolt Calivers AKA '''The Golden Gun''' is a type of Combi-Bolt Weapon used by the [[Adeptus Custodes]].

As you can imagine, these guns are one of the best anti-infantry weapons of the Imperium. Due to the size of the Golden Bananas, these hybrid guns are used as heavy weapons by the Custodes and utilize [[Adrathic Weapons|'Adrasite']] disintegration beam technology banned from the wider Imperium. This essentially makes them as Imperial [[Gauss|Gauss Blasters]] but fluff-wise better and quicker to work but shorter ranged. This combination weapon is able to unleash a fusillade of explosive rounds at long range with the potency of a Heavy Bolter or fire a short range disintegration beam able to rip a target apart at the molecular level. Their golden color and its properties makes them officially [[Awesome]].

Only the [[Sagittarum Guard]] are given the privilege to be issued and trained with these golden weapons of war.
<gallery>
SagittarumBoltCaliver.png|<center>First Side View</center>
Bolt_Caliver.PNG|<center>Second Side View</center>
AdrastusBolterFront.jpg|<center>Front View</center>
AdrastusBolterCabling.jpg|<center>Left View</center>
</gallery>

===Disintegration Combi-Gun===
[[File:Disintegration_Combi-Gun.PNG|150px|right|thumb|Disintegration Combi-Gun]]

A rare weapon from the Dark Age of Technology, the Disintegration Gun is actually only available in the forms of a pistol or combi-weapon. It does exactly as the name suggests, disintegrate things. In 7E, the Disintegration Gun itself has a very similar statline and effects to the Adrathic weaponry of the Custodes (also described as being disintegration weapons), so one can assume the Adrathus Bolt Caliver (An Adrathic Destructor mounted on a Heavy Bolter) is pretty much a beefed-up version of it. With weapons like this, one must wonder how fucked up the Age of Strife was that shit like this wasn't enough to save humanity from being mulched.

Despite being powerful and looking pretty damn sweet, this weapon is only available on the limited edition "Imperial Space Marine" model, so you're gonna have to deal with eBay scalpers or learn how to convert one of your own if you want one.

===Gallery===
====Combi-Flamer====
<gallery>
DeathwatchCombiFlamer.jpg|<center>Deathwatch</center>
CassiusCombiFlamer.jpg|<center>''[[Ortan Cassius|Cassius]]'s''</center>
HeresyCombiFlamer.jpg|<center>Legion</center>
</gallery>

====Combi-Melta====
<gallery>
BASternguardCombiMelta.jpg|<center>Blood Angels Sternguard</center>
DeathwatchCombiMelta.jpg|<center>Deathwatch</center>
LibrarianTerminatorCombiMelta.jpg|<center>Storm Bolter Design</center>
HelbrechtCombiMelta.jpg|<center>''[[Helbrecht]]'s''</center>
TychoCombiMelta.jpg|<center>''[[Erasmus Tycho|Tycho]]'s''</center>
HeroCombiMelta.jpg|<center>Heresy Era</center>
HeresyCombiMelta.jpg|<center>Legion</center>
</gallery>

====Combi-Plasma====
<gallery>
DeathwatchCombiPlasma.jpg|<center>Deathwatch</center>
AzraelCombiPlasma.jpg|<center>''[[Azrael]]'s''</center>
HeresyCombiPlasma.jpg|<center>Legion</center>
</gallery>

==Inquisition / Assassinorum==

===Combi-Needler===
[[File:CombiNeedlerPict.jpg|150px|right|thumb|Combi-Needler]]

A weapon used by the [[Daemonhunters|Ordo Malleus]]. A Bolter with a Needler integrated within it, intended to be used against creatures like [[Daemons|daemons]] that are extremely difficult to injure. This Combi-weapon is used only by the [[Inquisitors]] and [[Acolyte|Acolytes]] of the [[Ordo Malleus]] as the materials and expertise needed to craft these weapons is difficult and hard to acquire. A variant of this Combi-weapon also serves as the primary weapon of [[Eversor Assassin|Eversor Assassins]].

The Combi-Needler is used by non-assassins and it is a relatively easy to manufacture weapon in contrast to the Executioner Pistol. Of course as a Needler, it is a pain in the ass to shoot the damn thing.
<gallery>
Combi-Needler.jpg|<center>Pistol Variant</center>
EscherCombiNeedler.jpg|<center>House Escher</center>
</gallery>

===Condemner Boltgun===
[[File:Condemner_Boltgun.PNG|150px|right|thumb|Condemner Boltgun]]

Also called the Combi-Stake Crossbow. Used by Ordo Hereticus and Sisters of Battle, this is a bolter combined with one-use crossbow. Yeah, it sounds pretty pathetic. The cool point is that the crossbow bolt is filled with a mix of holy promethium and some anti-psychic shit produced by the Golden Throne.

So a direct hit from the crossbow component of the Condemnor Bolter will therefore not only deal a severe physical wound to an enemy psyker, it will also send his or her power spiraling out of control, consuming the user in a storm of untrammeled psychic energy. So it's not only going to burn the witch's body, but also burn down his very soul (which is crunch wise auto-peril to any psyker target).

<gallery>
CondemnorBoltgunPict.jpg|<center>Front View</center>
CondemnorBoltgunTop.jpg|<center>Top View</center>
</gallery>

===Executioner Pistol===
[[File:Executioner_Pistol.png|150px|right|thumb|Executioner Pistol]]

Used by [[Eversor]] assassins, this is (in DH) a combi-needle pistol, or (in [[WH40k]]) a pistol that fires [[What|poisonous needle shaped bolt rounds.]] As a result, the Assassin can fire both explosive Bolts or needles composed of a crystallised neurotoxin, sedative or interrogation narcotic into his victim, as the situation demands. The weapon's Needle Pistol toxins are so potent that whenever a target is hit by a shot it kills the victim almost outright.

It is this versatility, combined with the exquisite craftsmanship of every Executor Pistol, that makes it such a popular choice for one of the Imperium’s sanctioned assassins. The weapon incorporates the heights of arcane tech-lore in its construction. It possesses a bi-stabilized targeting sight, and its polymorphic grip is genetically coded to the individual Assassin. Thus, even if an opponent were somehow to gain control of an Executor Pistol, he would be unable to fire it. Changing the weapon’s programming to recognize a different user requires access to secret Officio Assassinorum facilities, something that is almost impossible even for most members of the Inquisition.
<gallery>
ExecutionerPistolLeftView.jpg|<center>Left View</center>
ExecutionerPistolRightView.jpg|<center>Right View</center>
</gallery>

==Chaos Space Marines==

[[File:TigrusBolter53.jpg|150px|right|thumb|Combi-Bolter]]

===Combi-Bolter===

Also known as a Twin-linked Bolter, the combi-bolter was basically a pair of boltguns welded together to create a more dangerous weapon. It was used by the Space Marine Legions during the [[Great Crusade]]. However, it has been replaced by the Storm Bolter among the Imperium, but is still used by Chaos Space Marines, more specifically on the Chaos Space Marine Bike Squadrons where they can perform dakka in a quick and easy fashion. In 8th Edition, it is functionally identical to a Storm Bolter.

==Orks==
===Kombi-Rokkit Launcha===
[[File:ORK_SpareKeys_Rokkit-Kombi.png|150px|right|thumb|Kombi-Rokkit Launcha]]

The Shoota/Rokkit Launcha gives the user a single side-mounted Rokkit Launcha with a single Rokkit to use against enemy tanks and armored vehicles. Great for when your Shoota Boyz needs a little bit more anti-vehicular punch and weight or if you need more Tankbustas but don't want to waste anymore points. Considering orkish ballistic skill it's probably going to miss when you fire it or explode in your face if the wiring is all wrong.

Because of its Rokkit attachment, it would give the Orks some needed anti-armor in an army that is vulnerable from mass artillery and machine gun fire. A Kombi-Rokkit allows your Orks to have a chance (albeit a low one given Ork accuracy) to pop some armor before it gets too hot.
<gallery>
KombiRokkit.jpg|<center>Meganob</center>
KombiRokkitBoss.jpg|<center>Common Variant</center>
</gallery>

===Kombi-Skorcha===
[[File:Kombi-Skorcher.jpg|150px|right|thumb|Kombi-Skorcha]]

An orkish version of the Combi-flamer with the more powerful skorcha (heavy flamer) attached to it instead of a flamer. The ork version of a combi-weapon is a shoota with something attached to it instead of a boltgun with something attached to it. Great for crowd clearing as well as boosting the CQC killyness of your Orky Boyz, and unlike the Kombi-Rokkit Launcha, you don't really need to worry about accuracy.

The Kombi-Skorcha in 8th edition became ridiculous especially when you have all your Nobs or a Big Mek equipped with one. This thing is capable of unleashing 2D6 heavy flamer shots with 6 str5 and 4 str4 shots. Have a bunch of Nobs equipped with one and have them ride on any troop carrying vehicle and let it rip.
<gallery>
KombiSkorcha.jpg|<center>Meganob</center>
KombiSkorchaNob.jpg|<center>Common Variant</center>
</gallery>

===Twin-Linked Shoota===
[[File:Twin-Linked_Shoota.PNG|150px|right|thumb|Twin-Linked Shoota]]

Think of this as the Ork's equivalent to the [[Chaos Space Marines]] Combi-Bolter. The Twin-Linked Shoota is basically two large Shootas duct-taped together from side to side. The Twin-Linked Shoota is often used commonly by Ork Warbosses as it gives them sufficient dakka before closing in for the kill and krumpin' his enemies. It provides greater accuracy than your standard everyday Shoota.

The Twin-Linked Shoota is essentially like the Combi-Bolter, but with more [[Dakka]] and even less accuracy and range. Seriously, it is a pretty impressive feat even by Ork standards to create a weapon that out-storm the Stormbolter and Combi-Bolter respectively.

<gallery>
TwinShootaFront.jpg|<center>Front View</center>
TwinShootaBack.jpg|<center>Back View</center>
</gallery>

===Gallery===
====Twin-Linked Shoota====
<gallery>
TwinShootaNob.jpg|<center>Common Variant</center>
TwinShootaTrakk.jpg|<center>Wartrakk Mount</center>
KombiSlugga.jpg|<center>Slugga Variant</center>
</gallery>

==Real Life==
Yes, these actually exist. Yes, it is [[Awesome]].

The earliest combination weapons sought to combine the ranged firepower of pistols with the close combat of a melee weapon, usually pistol-swords or pistol-axes. Because the components on a pistol didn’t hold up well to physical abuse, these were not widespread. The only version that became successful was the bayonet mounted on a rifle.

Compared to twin-linked weapon’s in 40k, in real life this was never done with small arms. The vast majority of twin-linked weapons are gun turrets specifically intended to destroy aircraft. Against a ground target, a single barrel weapon is sufficient. But against a fast-moving aircraft, the best way to increase your hit probability is to spam as many bullets as possible. We do have one example of a [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P57iXMmlUZo|twin-linked M1911 pistol] that was made for the lolz, and an [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Villar_Perosa_aircraft_submachine_gun |Italian SMG from WWI] that started as turret gun for biplanes before being handed to ground troops out of sheer desperation, but users quickly realized that any potential benefit to doubling firepower is lost on the added weight, awkward handling, and the fact that neither bullet will hit exactly where you aim.

Below are some specific examples of combinations weapons.

===[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/LeMat_Revolver LeMat Revolver]===
Are you depressed about your [[Dakka|nine-shot revolver]] not having more firepower? Well worry not, as the axle used by this gun's cylinder also doubles as a smoothbore barrel, allowing you to fire a shotgun blast with just a flick of the small lever atop the hammer! Amazing!
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===Grenade Launcher===
The only major combi-weapon the military uses. Examples include the [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/M203_grenade_launcher M203], which clips under the barrel like a bayonet. It can also be reloaded, unlike pre-8th Edition 40k variants, and has basically replaced the non-automatic Grenade Launcher.
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===Shotgun===
Not as common as an underbarrel grenade launcher, the military also has a few different shotgun attachements, such as the [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Knight%27s_Armament_Company_Masterkey KAC Masterkey] or [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/M26_Modular_Accessory_Shotgun_System M26 MASS]. Used for door breaching more than anything else, troops can also load up specialized rounds for everything from bean-bags to taser shells to even [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/FRAG-12 small grenades].

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