Warhammer: The Black Emperor
Chapter 361

Flamini: My Destiny Lies with the Sixth Legion

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After achieving a breakthrough in the Manache system, the Eleventh Legion began clearing out the Mitu Xenos.

The Rogue Trader Lewis von Valancius, believing he had fulfilled his duty to his fellow human beings, decided to travel to the territory granted to him by the Primarch and begin its development.

He saw the Primarch on the dome of the Mitu capital.

Nimrod sat on his radiant throne and asked the Rogue Trader.

"Lewis, how do you plan to develop von Valentius's planet?"

Lewis had already thought it through, and he answered:

"The Monarch Majesty, I have heard that the XIV Legion has ended the battle of Zavarich. That world has a certain foundation, and I would like to start from there."

Nimrod in agreement with the Rogue Trader's idea.

"Arsena requests Mezoa's assistance with the construction of von Valensius."

Before you depart, I have a gift for you. Please wait in the rest area with Arsena.

The Primarch's Attendants led Lewis out of the makeshift office to the waiting area outside, and then asked the Rogue Trader what kind of help he needed.

Nimrod returns to the "Nation of Disorder" and orders the Space Ape to concoct a magic potion.

He chose a "Lawyer" for the Rogue Trader.

Rogue Trader explore far and wide, encountering various situations. The "Lawyer's " ability to discover and exploit loopholes in the rules and weaknesses of opponents is well-suited to this role.

Furthermore, considering that the future von Valancieus will inherit Lewis's Beyonder Characteristic, the "Black Emperor" Pathway, through which he can exert influence in the future, becomes even more suitable.

Even if, in the future, an unexpected and unplanned successor to von Valentius is encountered, he can exert influence in a timely manner without deviating from his will.

A moment later, Lewis drank the potion, and following the message in his mind, he gathered his power. He then bowed deeply and said excitedly.

"Thank you for your grace, the Monarch Majesty. I will certainly follow your will and explore more valuable parts of the world for you."

After Lewis left, Nimrod turned his attention to Arsena.

"What is the construction progress of the Ramillies-class Star Fortress?"

The overall situation in the Coronid Abyss is settled, but it will still take some time. The cleansing of the Mitu and the development of new territories should also be put on the agenda.

In the coming years or even decades, it will be inevitable that the remnants of the Mitu fleet will wage guerrilla resistance in the vast areas of the Coronid Abyss.

The flames of the "Second Rangdan War" will also spread throughout the northern Galaxy, and key development areas will require the defense of Ramillies-class Star Fortress.

"My lord, in accordance with the previous agreement reached with Mezoa, you have granted their request."

"The first five Star Fortress built by Mezoa will be used to construct a complete galactic defense system."

"The second Star Fortress built by Cepra Mundy will be completed in two months, while those in Triken and Vostonia will take two years and nine months and five years and eight months respectively."

Nimrod slightly and gave instructions to his Primarch's Attendants.

"Retrieve the star map of the Coronid Abyss."

The silver-haired Arsena walked to the star chart table set up by the Tech Sergeant, inserted the Data Slate into the interface, and brought up the star chart.

Nimrod walked to the star chart table and selected two locations: Judang Star and another unnamed planet. The unnamed planet was the location of Abyss Port in his memory.

He said to Arsena:

"The first phase of development in the Coronid Abyss will focus on these two planets."

Per Koschelny prayed to the Black Emperor a few days ago that the 11th Chapter had taken control of Judang Star.

"Judang Star is positioned as Industrial World, recruiting skilled workers in Cepra Mundi, Triken, and Vostonia."

Nimrod then pointed to an unnamed planet, "This is the largest convergence point for Warp routes in the Coronid Abyss, named Abyss Port."

"Its purpose is to become the future hub of the entire region, to carry out large-scale colonization, and to recruit immigrants in Necromunda."

"The second Star Fortress built by Cepra Mundy was deployed on Judang Star."

Nimrod recalled that during the "Second Rangdan War," Rangdan would deploy more than a dozen combat satellites. He decided to deploy several Star Fortress in the important worlds of the Coronid Abyss as key nodes in the defense line.

"After the construction of Triken and Vostonia was completed, they were deployed at Abyss Port and Dametus, respectively."

"Construct Warp Gate between Abyss Port and Judang Star."

The Warp Gate built by the Eleventh Legion are all located in key star systems completely under the Legion's control.

The currently deployed systems are located in the Segmentum Obscurus: Vostonia, Cepra -Mundi, Vigilant Star, Mordian, Triken, and Kasai in the Hazy Solar Segmentum; Necromunda in the Solar Star Region; Tanith in the Segmentum Pacificus Region; and Catachan, Osiris, and Thalassa in the Ultima Segmentum.

The system under construction is the Ultima Segmentum, the Veridian System where Calth is located.

The Warp Gate also serves as a gateway connecting other territories outside the Vostonia sub-sector.

Even if the Galaxy falls back into the Old Night and Warp travel becomes impossible, he can still travel across the Galaxy territories he has scattered, just like the Orb Weaver League.

Judang Star is the most valuable, Abyss Port can radiate throughout the entire Coronid Abyss; both are worth spending a lot of resources to build Warp Gate.

After arranging the development of his territory, Nimrod issued another order.

"Gell Cuesta led a joint team of Librarian and Tech Sergeant to research the arcane biotechnology of Mitu."

As a technology-based Psyker, Gell is best suited to take on this responsibility.

To enhance his abilities, Nimrod had already made him a "Savant".

He then thought of another Psyker, Ramsey, and the child he had saved.

"Bring Ramsey and that child to me."

"Yes, my lord."

After the Primarch's Attendants left, Nimrod also left the temporary office and went to a treasure vault in the dome.

Based on the Mitu number three engraved on the gate and its corresponding size, he guessed that the treasure vault belonged to the third-ranking Archon.

Nimrod followed the Spirituality light and went straight to the shelf on the wall.

On the shelf were rows of vertically shaped, deep blue gemstones with Purple straight lines on their surfaces.

The brilliance emitted by the gemstone softened the surroundings, adding a touch of beauty.

Nimrod had already searched the treasuries of the suspected chief and second- Archon, and his biggest find was right before him: the main ingredient for the "Demoness" potion, Sequence 7 the "Witch" Pathway, the Purple-Veined Blue Eye Gem.

After bringing the eighty-three pills back to the "Nation of Disorder," he arrived at the First Layer Space and, with a thought, instructed the Space Ape to concoct the "Secrets Suppliant" potion.

Nimrod is Ramsey, a Biomancy- Psyker, whose chosen Pathway is Sequence 6 "Rose Bishop," which grants him mastery of Flesh Magic through the "Hanged Man" Pathway.

His eyes flashed when he received the black and red potion.

Ramsey and Hathor Mhat are both Biomancy- Psyker.

Mhat has the talent and ability to step up, but I'm keeping him as a "Spectator" so I won't push him in that area.

After Ramsey's future improvements, who will be better at this aspect, Ramsey or Mhat?

Nimrod returned to his temporary office after some thought.

"Father, I have brought Flamini."

After Ramsey bowed, Nimrod immediately spread his large hands.

"Drink it."

Ramsey immediately reached out, picked up the medicine, and drank it all in one gulp.

After sending the necessary general knowledge to Ramsey Telepathy, Nimrod looked at Flamini.

The Primarch's scrutinizing gaze fell upon the boy, and he immediately felt the pressure.

As a powerful Psyker, he possesses a learning speed far exceeding that of ordinary people. By using the time he spent with Ramsey, he has already mastered the Vostonian Language and knowledge of the "Shadow of Order" and the Primarch.

He knelt on one knee according to standard Vostonia etiquette and began to speak.

"By Primarch, thank you for saving our lives. The enslaved people of Manache are bathed in your light of hope."

"Get up," Nimrod said with a smile, helping Flamini to his feet and asking with interest.

"I'm very interested in your experience. Tell me about it."

Flamini's tension eased slightly, and he felt less fear of the giant before him. He then recounted in a clear and organized manner his experiences of awakening his Psionic Energy, escaping into the sewers, and leading his followers to evade the pursuit of the Mitu.

"You've used your talent and done a really good job."

"For your age, you're perfect."

Flamini smiled with pride upon hearing the Primarch's praise.

He decided to seize the opportunity and make a request.

"Lord Nimrod, Ramsey told me that children my age can pass the test and become the Shadow of Order."

I want to work for you; please give me that opportunity.

"I accept your request," Nimrod replied with a smile, then turned to the newly Beyonder, Ramsey.

"You will mentor him; he will become a powerful Librarian."

"No!" Flamini cried out anxiously, "Lord Nimrod, I have seen my destiny, I will join the Sixth Legion."

"I'd rather be the Shadow of Order within the Chapter than Librarian."

After a few seconds of silence, Nimrod smiled and spoke as Flamini began to feel uneasy.

"Good."

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