The Old Man in Yellow's Treasury, the Thing Nimrod Dared Not Look At

The Shadow of the Throne, Primarch Office.

Arsena Dunn, holding Data Slate, said, "My lord, I have compiled the Legion's casualty statistics."

"Following the Battle of Thramas, a total of 14,850 Shadow of Order perished in the wars to eradicate Xenos within the Imperium, the Battle of Duran, and the war on the Homeworld of Rangdan."

"In addition to the 1,960 Librarian trained by Mankora, 7,320 new members were recruited over the past five years, bringing the Legion's current strength to approximately 237,000."

Nimrod nodded silently. After the war with Rangdan, the number of people in the "Shadow of Order" had decreased by about 48,000 compared to before the war.

Compared to the 140,000 deaths of the "Dark Angels" in the two wars, his legion suffered more than 90,000 fewer casualties.

Nimrod analyzed the reasons and concluded that:

The decisive factor was that he launched the "Third Rangdan Xenocide" ahead of schedule, which greatly reduced the time Rangdan had to recover.

Secondly, he mobilized more forces, with other legions sharing some of the casualties.

Finally, his legion's accumulated Beyonder strength and other technologies reduced casualties.

Nimrod leaned back in his chair, and the Primarch's Attendants remained silent.

[One general's success is built on the bones of ten thousand!]

After a moment of reflection, he turned his thoughts to something else.

Fortunately, my legion survived the most brutal battles of the "Great Crusade" without suffering any serious damage.

"Shadow of Order" remains the largest legion, with at least 40,000 more members than "Dark Angels".

Well, that doesn't even include what Luther and Ulian Bendregg control.

Nimrod then recalled that after the Battle of Thramas, Lion had taken the initiative to go to the Eurydice Sector to fight against the Glotian Ork Empire.

In his memory, the "War Hounds" legion was originally tasked with this responsibility, and they received support from the "Ultramarines".

This is the butterfly effect!

The position of the largest legion is secure, even though I still have to fight Herud and the Enslavers.

Nimrod collected his thoughts and picked up a gray box from beside his feet.

The silver-haired Arsena quickly came over and took the box.

"This contains the knowledge of the Slaugth race, including the civilizations they enslaved and destroyed."

The "Knowledge Keeper" happily accepted it, "This is exactly what I'm interested in."

"Record them in Data Crystal."

In his spare time, Nimrod also reads the Starlight Recording Stone.

To gain complete knowledge of the Slaugth family, he had not yet promoted Santiago Bergkamp to Sequence 6 "Scribe".

[Before launching the war against the Hruds, at least one chip should have been deciphered.]

While Santiago is not being promoted yet, the promotions of others are in progress.

After leaving his office, Arsena traveled to the "Nation of Disorder" and commissioned the Space Apes to concoct the Sequence 8 "Sheriff" and Sequence 7 "Weapon Master" potions.

Upon returning to the real world, Glenn Worsotto, the Chapter Master of the Ultramarines' First Chapter, and Lucius, dressed in a robe, were ordered to come to an audience.

Nimrod pushed the silver-white and dark-gold potions, which were intertwined with iron black and dark red, in front of the two people respectively.

"Drink it."

Knowing they had been granted a gift once again, the two drank the potion with joy on their faces.

A moment later, Lucius's body had become noticeably stronger. He shook his body slightly and felt that his agility had not decreased but had actually increased.

He knelt down with Glenn, overjoyed, "Thank you, Your Excellency, for this."

Nimrod nodded slightly and sent the method of praying to the Black Emperor to the two of them via Thought Impulse.

After the Terra celebrations, they will all return to their respective legions.

Nimrod not only informed the two, but also the prayer methods of Akulduna, the apothecary Garan Sulak of the "War Dogs", Zo Sahar of the Eighth Legion, Zadekiel, the "Descendant of the Featherbrush" chapter leader of the "Word Bearers", and Balsa Kuturi, the strategist of the Nineteenth Legion.

"My lord."

After processing the information, the two immediately changed how they addressed each other.

In the last month of 874, at the same moment the combined fleet arrived in the Sol System, Nimrod looked scrutinizingly at Pat had just been promoted to Sequence 8 "Telepathist".

"You will be leaving the Legion for a period of time to join our allies, the House Visscher, as a Shadow Guard."

"I hope that in the political vortex of Terra, by the side of the Navigator, you can understand more people and learn and grow."

Nimrod had high hopes for Pat. During his time as a member of the Honor Guard, Pat showed courage in facing Russ in Duran and demonstrated a natural talent for public speaking and motivation, making him a key player in Nimrod's development program.

Pat the deeper meaning of the Primarch' words. Although he felt lost from temporarily leaving the Legion, he knew that becoming Shadow Guard meant cultivating comprehensive abilities as a commander.

Only outstanding individuals from each Chapter are eligible.

He was chosen by the Primarch, and he proudly raised his head.

"Father, I will certainly not let you down."

The people of Terra are thrilled to celebrate their great victory against the evil Xenos and the arrival of the two Primarch.

They gathered in front of the holographic screens in each Hive City, watching anxiously and expectantly as the celebration began.

As Nimrod and Perturabo emerged from the black and gray Aquila Shuttles respectively, the entire Terra erupted in enthusiastic cheers.

"Lord Nimrod."

"Lord Perturabo."

Perturabo and Nimrod walked side by side toward the Sigillite holding the scepter, listening to the thunderous cheers praising them.

"Lord of Iron!"

"Hammer of Olympia!"

The genetic Primarch of the "Iron Warriors"!

This was the first time he had returned in triumph since returning to the Imperium.

Fighting alongside Nimrod, his value was recognized by everyone and was no longer overlooked.

Perturabo didn't care at all; the cheers praising Nimrod grew even louder.

The genetic Primarch of the "Shadow of Order"!

"The Monarch of Vostonia!"

"Conqueror of the Xenos, Destroyer of Rangdan!"

"The eternal victors of humanity's enemies!"

"..."

Nimrod attended the celebration with a smile, not for himself, but for the sake of those he admired...

No, it was the special task forces of the various legions that followed him in battle.

This is the honor they deserve.

He was hoping that the Old Man in Yellow would give him a reward.

As the Primarch returned one by one, the Old Man in Yellow devoted more of his time to the management of the Imperium.

He spent more and more time in Terra.

Nimrod turned the Pegasus Ring on his right index finger. Because he was worried about being spied on by the Old Man in Yellow, he rarely wore this ring and always kept it in the Stasis Field of his private armory.

He never even linked this ring, which corresponded to High Sequence item, to the "Nation of Disorder".

Until now, it's just a ring.

But when he met the Old Man in Yellow today, he had no choice but to take it off and put it back on.

Nimrod, lost in thought, approached the Sigillite.

"Your father is waiting for you."

"Get on board, heroes of the Imperium."

Nimrod and Perturabo then boarded the magnificent golden the Chariot prepared for them, which was covered with oak leaves, wreaths and other decorations.

Representatives from the nine legions gathered, their banners and insignia waving, creating a dazzling sea of color.

The black "Shadow of Order" occupies the center, but the gray "Iron Warriors" is also in the center.

Purple "Emperor's Children", blue and white "War Hounds", blue "Ultramarines", red "Thousand Sons", gray rock-colored "Word Bearers", Eighth Legion.

Of the XIX Legion that participated in the Defense of Shana, only Balthasar was represented.

None of the "Dark Angels," who made enormous sacrifices for the "Battle of the Thramas," were present.

Tens of thousands of Astartes slowly moved forward amidst the cheers of the crowd.

The Servo-skull flies in a circular motion, with colorful ribbons fluttering in the air.

The Sonic Array system played majestic music, blending with the synchronized steps of Astartes.

The Scanner Array sends images to the Adeptus Mechanicus's control center, and after the multi-angle images are aggregated, they are propagated throughout Terra.

Nimrod smiled and waved to the people of Terra, sparking waves of excitement.

In his line of sight, the figure clad in golden True One Armor stood atop the high platform.

Nimrod climbed the steps and came to the Old Man in Yellow.

The Emperor smiled, "My Pegasus, you have not disappointed me."

"All enemies of humanity will ultimately be crushed by you."

He then looked at Perturabo, "My Lord of Iron, you have passed yet another trial."

"I have arranged many trials for you."

Tireless, indomitable, and unstoppable.

"As you wish," Nimrod and Perturabo replied with a bow.

The Emperor placed the Triumphal Laurel on the heads of the two Primarch and addressed them.

"Enjoy your victory celebrations!"

Nimrod and Perturabo stood on either side of the Emperor, while the Astartes stood proudly beside hundreds of armored vehicles.

The triumphant celebrations concluded amidst a deafening roar of cheers from the crowd.

In the evening, after seeing off Violet, the matriarch of the House Visscher, Nimrod shifted his gaze from Pat to the approaching golden-armored figure.

"Lord Nimrod, the Emperor requests an audience with you."

"Lead the way, Adeptus Custodes."

Nimrod walked out of the courtyard and followed the Adeptus Custodes Guards.

He quickly realized that the Old Man in Yellow had not met him in the Throne room.

When Nimrod saw the castle-sized golden gate, his eyes lit up.

[The Old Man in Yellow's treasure trove... finally...]

As the gate slammed shut, the Emperor turned to look at Nimrod.

"You defeated the Xenos, liberating thousands of worlds enslaved by the Rangdan Xenos, and countless enslaved people were freed."

"My Pegasus, you have not disappointed me."

"I've decided to entrust Arjia's management to you."

Upon hearing this, Nimrod recalled Arjia's situation.

Arjia served as an important logistical supply depot for the "Great Crusade" and provided the Auxilia with a large number of highly qualified soldiers with higher education.

Because it was a civilized world, the "Great Crusade" period was not considered by many to be a necessary part of Astartes' culture as a world of conscription.

Only the "Imperial Fists" recruited a portion of the troops.

After the outbreak of the Great Birthday Celebration, Arjia, which was initially far from the front lines, became an important recruitment base for various legions.

The most famous figure is the Changsai Khan with the "White Scars".

[Jaghatai, this isn't something I wanted to do to your son.]

"My lord, I will certainly not fail your expectations."

"Under my leadership, Arjia will inject new vitality into the Imperium."

The Emperor smiled and nodded, "Besides Arjia, you can also choose one item from my treasury."

"Everyone in Terra knows what you like best."

"Thank you, my Lord," Nimrod offered his heartfelt praise.

He followed the Old Man in Yellow, examining each item in the collection.

The underground vaults of the Imperial Palace were much larger and contained far more treasures than those of the Emperor Vault on the Emperor flagship, the Bucephalus.

Nimrod saw the familiar Black Sword, which he would one day bestow upon Sigismund by the hand of Malcador.

The "Baron of Corruption" activated his Spirit Sight, examining each item in the collection one by one: ornately decorated black Locke -style armor, a silver Mercury Longsword...

Among them were many Spirituality items, with the Mercury Longsword being the most dazzling in its Spirituality radiance.

Brighter than the Crimson Chain wrapped around the little finger, but not as bright as the Hand of Order gauntlets.

Nimrod noticed that the Old Man in Yellow did not mention these items or the strange phenomena they had caused this time.

When the Hand of Order Power Fist are placed in front of the runic field, they occasionally reshape order.

Is it because of the directly placed rune field?

As the "Baron of Corruption" pondered, he walked through the center of the vault, when suddenly his Spirit Sight involuntarily shut down.

[Huh?] Nimrod was startled. He had been carefully avoiding the view and hadn't seen the Old Man in Yellow.

What is it?

It actually made me instinctively shut down my Spirit Sight.

He carefully continued to examine the area. Although he no longer had Spirit Sight, the superhuman perception that the Old Man in Yellow had created was still present.

Nimrod's gaze swept over the scepter with its golden shaft and silver pommel, and over the mask covered in runes he had never seen before...

His gaze eventually settled on an unremarkable flag.

The Flagpole iron black, stained with bloodstains.

A dazzling crimson flame is embroidered on the Purple flag.