Dawn Protocol

"Old Han, why are you back so soon?"

"In the Ullanor System, I used some relatively efficient methods, and I believe you will receive detailed battle reports in a while."

"Have you received news that Lorgar and Magnus have returned?"

"The Emperor just sent me a message saying that you and the other two must return together."

Is there anything I can do for you?

"Of course, Old Ma. What I'm about to do, I can't do without you."

In fact, Han Mingxuan returned to Terra this time to discuss the issue of the Grey Knights with Malcador.

As we all know, before our Master Ma turned into a pile of ashes...

He left humanity a final gift.

This refers to the Grey Knights, who later belonged to the Inquisition.

Or to be more precise, the Grey Knights belong to the Ordo Malleus.

In addition to the Ordo Malleus, the entire Inquisition also includes the Tribunals of Heretics and Ordo Xenos.

This also gave rise to a rather morbid meme.

The Ordo Hereticus produces Heretics, the Ordo Xenos breeds Xenos.

This shows how obsessed the Inquisitor in later Inquisition were.

However, Han Mingxuan was very clear that this blueprint for Malcador had to be implemented.

Later on, when I enter the critical stage of the plan, there will be a lot of trouble in the entire universe. No one knows what kind of trouble will arise in the Warp at that time, so it is necessary to take precautions.

What do you need me to do?

"About your final plan, Old Ma."

Final plan?

Upon hearing Han Mingxuan mention this, Malcador immediately perked up.

In his original plan, if the danger of Chaos truly threatened the Imperium, then a special force would need to be established, namely the Grey Knights.

The Grey Knights were originally under the direct jurisdiction of the Inquisition, but now that the Inquisition has been established by Curze, its functions are entirely Judiciary.

"Old Han, what exactly will happen in the future as you know it?"

What kind of future would necessitate assembling such a team when the Great Crusade is at its peak?

"You know the Emperor's temperament. There are many things we can only prepare thoroughly and then wait for his so-called destiny to arrive. What I'm doing now is the guarantee for the future."

"Okay, so your choices are Word Bearers and Thousand Sons?"

"Yes, this is the best candidate I can think of so far. After all, both Legions specialize in Psychic Power, and the Word Bearers's special attack attribute against Warp is extremely rare."

Upon hearing Han Mingxuan's specific instructions, Malcador fell silent.

"Excuse my bluntness, Old Han, but your choice this time wasn't the optimal solution."

"Drawing men from the Fifteenth and Seventeenth Legions would be the most unwise choice if we were to form the Grey Knights."

Upon hearing this, Han Mingxuan frowned.

It seems that the Imperium Chancellor still doesn't quite trust the Primarch.

But thinking about it, it makes sense. Even if Malcador is Perpetual, he's still considered young among immortals. In fact, during the Horus Heresy, this old man almost started to believe in Chaos.

"Alright, Old Ma, I respect your opinion. I won't get involved in the formation of the Grey Knights. Remember to prepare as soon as possible."

"I will."

After a brief exchange, Han Mingxuan left Malcador's Office, while Malcador watched Han Mingxuan leave, his heart filled with mixed emotions.

He couldn't imagine what kind of future Han Mingxuan had envisioned that made him so eager to create the Grey Knights.

On Han Mingxuan's side, although he hadn't reached an agreement with Malcador, it didn't mean he would abandon his plans.

Since Malcador won't agree to directly draw personnel from the 15th and 17th Legions, why doesn't he just draw them himself?

Not long after leaving, Han Mingxuan ran into the two brothers, who had just arrived in Terra.

"Magnus, Lorgar, you've come at the right time. Follow me."

The two brothers were taken to Han Mingxuan's residence in Terra in a daze.

"Uncle, is there something you need to discuss with us in Terra?"

"Yes, Lorgar, please let me finish."

"With the Great Crusade of the Imperium of Man crossing the hurdle of Ullanor, the Imperium of Man is now entering a new era."

"To be on the safe side, I originally planned to discuss with Malcador and then form a Legion specifically targeting the Warp."

"However, due to various considerations, it was not approved by Malcador, so..."

"Uncle, give the order," Magnus said.

If asked whether they believed Malcador or their Uncle, they would naturally choose the latter.

"Then we need to sign an agreement," Han Mingxuan said.

"Uncle, what kind of agreement is this?"

"Lorgar, this agreement requires the Fifteenth and Seventeenth Legions to merge when the Warp threat begins to emerge."

"Legion merger? Uncle, you know that the Imperium won't allow large-scale Legion movements," Lorgar expressed his concerns.

The obvious movements of the Legions would make the entire Imperium nervous, let alone Legion cooperation that was not officially registered by the Imperium.

If they actually did that, it would be tantamount to treason.

"That's where the role of Warrior Lodge comes into play."

"Warrior Lodge?"

"Yes, Magnus, I need the Fifteenth and Seventeenth Legions to gradually form Warrior Lodge."

"This Warrior Lodge must first ensure that it is centered around the Space Marines of the Fifteenth and Seventeenth Legions, and secondly, it must use these as its core to absorb Space Marines from other Legions."

"Each Warrior Lodge must be limited to 13 members."

"This is what I prepared for your two Legions."

Han Mingxuan produced three agreements and a pair of Tiger Tallies.

"The three of us signed this agreement; it's a secret between us. Unless there's a large-scale Chaos threat, this agreement is null and void. However, if a large-scale Chaos threat emerges, this agreement will immediately take effect."

"Secondly, you two brothers should each take half of this pair of Tiger Tallies and have your Space Marines make replicas of Tiger Tally."

The two brothers looked at these things, and finally they looked solemnly at their Uncle.

"Uncle, tell us the truth, what is the future of the Imperium?"

Han Mingxuan paused for a moment, then gave an answer.

"It's tough, children, the future of the Imperium is tough."

"Of all your brothers, you two have the deepest understanding of the Warp, and at the same time, you should also be aware that there are some very hostile things within the Warp."

"What we are doing now is to prepare for some unforeseen circumstances that may arise in the future."

Ultimately, the two brothers and Han Mingxuan signed the Dawn Protocol together.

As their names suggest, these two Legions are needed to pierce the Mist of Warp and bring dawn to the Imperium during Imperium darkest hour.