Order of the Ermine Mantle

The Facts

According to 40k Canon, the Order of the Ermine Mantle is a Minor Order Militant of the Sisters of Battle

The Facts According to /tg/

The Ermine Mantle received sudden recognition from /tg/ due to its appearance in the Battle for Cold Shoulder Thread, particularly relating to its Canoness Konstanzia. The order was shown to be a small but effective one - much more reasonable than many other Sisters of Battle regiments, but also being filled with vain, catty and generally bitchy members, whose reasonableness have left them rather suspicious of the competency of each other, and other forces.

General Information

The Order of the Ermine Mantle has their origin as the protectors of important members of the Ordo Famulus. While they would grow into a full military force, they still tend to excel at operations that require precise application of force and often tact. Quick strikes, bodyguard missions and urban operations they all excel at. Compared to other Ordos, they tend to be much more reasonable and worldly, which helps them work better with local nobility and population. Their colors are grey and silver, and ermine frills, scarves and capes are very common. They have a solid working relationship with the Mechanicus due to not being so zealous, which means that they have a good supply of vehicles, weapons and cybernetics. The Mechanics appreciates how well the sisters keep care of this equipment.

The Shrine World of the Order is known as Breizh. It is, apart from being a headquarters of the Ecclesiarchy in its sector, a breadbasket world noted for its extensive forests and farmlands, making it a popular place for nobility to set up operations - which suits the Order well. Contrary to this, the capital, Kerys, is a massive metropolis. It is located on one of the more barren areas of the planet so its pollution does not unduly effect the areas of the nobility.

Notable Members

Canoness Konstanzia - Canoness Crazy Eyes. The most catty, most fabulous, most efficient.

Bridget, Living Saint - Actually nice member of the order, if oblivious. Also a bit preachy and always had an issue with the vanity thing. Now a Living Saint.

Sister Diana - A sister from the order, often gets bullied by the more popular members. The Canoness has to repress her often, but she "doesn't mind". She is terribly messy and keeps forgetting her shit everywhere, messiness also appears in her speech as she tends not to have the bitchy subtlety of almighty bitchiness other sisters deploy to bash each other in a respectful manner, often leading to her being thoroughly punished by her superiors. In Canoness Konstanzia's own words: "That one's Repentia material."

Sister Charlotte - A Dominion of the Order. Incredibly rash and aggressive in close combat, but proficient with her melta. Assumes that a dozer blade on her Immolator means that its to be used as a ramming weapon. Hates Xenos and Xeno Vehicles. In a constant battle of wits and verbal jabs with Terese. Known as something of a whore, but will always put the unit first. Also noted for her significant vanity, even among the order, preferring flowing ermine capes when possible. Has shorter, messy straw blonde hair.

Sister Lydia - Lydia is the driver of Canoness Konstanzia's personal Repressor, and also the main engineer to keep it running. She is one of the most level headed members of the order, with remarkable aplomb under fire, at least until she gets drunk. In reality she tends to panic a lot on the good side, but is good at covering it up, and at driving. Tends to be possessive and protective of most gear in the unit, and is therefore highly suspicious of Blood Ravens. Despite being rarely seen due to preferring to have a helmet on, has very nice long pale blonde hair.

Sister Olga - A thicc member of the Order and a Retributor, before her promotion. Despite her large ass she is quite strong and a good fighter, if not particularly smart. Is normally the butt of jokes by the other sisters but still tries her best to be included. Has a thing for space marines, donuts and grox patties.

Sister Terese - Sister Terese is a Seraphim of the Order. While her attitude prevents her from rising in the ranks, she is generally seen as a leader figure due to experience. Incredibly snarky and bitchy, particularly towards Sister Charlotte. Has a cybernetic left hand and a predilection for younger women. Is seen as somewhat lazy and unreliable, but is very skilled at her combat role. Has a bit of a lho habit she sometimes falls back on in times of stress. Also has a recaf habit she falls back on whenever she feels like it. Is a brunette.

Relevant Links

http://wh40k.lexicanum.com/wiki/Order_of_the_Ermine_Mantle

http://suptg.thisisnotatrueending.com/archive/58335731/

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