A great purge spread from Alicia's homeworld across the entire sector. Countless powerful figures fell from grace, struck down on the spot beneath Blackwatch's angelic warriors. Their entire networks were dragged into the open as well.
Layer upon layer, their influence tangled together like roots. The killings filled planet after planet with corpses. Some people, driven to desperation, did try to spark rebellions.
But purges and rebellions were different things. Purges and investigations required following the trail, which was time-consuming and labor-intensive. A rebellion only required a location and a target. Blackwatch would show them what the Imperium's top airborne assault force was worth.
There was no farcical situation where orders couldn't get beyond the capital. Everyone knew Lord of Blacklight was furious. They all had to repent for the sins they'd committed by angering this deity, and the only price was death.
Staring at the seemingly endless list of names in his hands, Hogg was so furious he threw his Terminal across the room. He hadn't realized how bad it was until he started investigating; all the filth hidden in the shadows had come to light.
By comparison, those hotheads around The Lands Between, who were always eager to throw down with demons, were far more honest. They were nothing but loyal.
With so many people sentenced, the governments of some planets had ground to a halt. But Hogg showed no mercy to those parasites. One word: kill!
"If they don't want to enjoy the good life, then I'll eliminate them physically. Strip them of all their honors. I don't care if they're old or young, male or female, or even human. Send them straight to the Penal Legion and ship them to the front lines."
"Yes, Father. Leave this to the 9th Company. I'll make sure not one