[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-warhammer-the-11th-primarch-the-black-emperor":3,"chapter-warhammer-the-11th-primarch-the-black-emperor-warhammer-the-11th-primarch-the-black-emperor-chapter-179":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Warhammer: The 11th Primarch - The Black Emperor",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},1510978,1962,"Chapter 179: The Caryatid","warhammer-the-11th-primarch-the-black-emperor-chapter-179",179,"\u003Cp>While the Throne of Shadow's Sovereignty was en route, Nareth summoned his aide to his private office within the palace.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What did you gain from the Tomb of the Former Kings on Fenris?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"My lord, Fenrisian runes use a very primitive approach to manipulating aetheric energy, but there are indeed valuable aspects.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Beyond that, I discovered a prayer inscribed on a cairn. Knowing your recent interest in such things, I made a rubbing.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Arsena had already compiled the Dunnic Lexicon with a vocabulary of 33,411 words, enough for most needs.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Nareth could not reveal the existence of the \"Kingdom of Disorder\" to them and had to pray alone to ensure the rituals pointed only to himself.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>To meet the rules of this world regarding ritualistic language, he had extensively studied prayers from various races.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Nareth picked up a data slate and looked at the prayer sent by his aide:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Great All-Father, Lord of Fenris, Creator of Asaheim and the Sea of Storms,…\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>'Similar to what I've seen before, three-part directional invocations to ensure correct targeting.'\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Primarch memorized the prayer instantly and then said:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I brought back some ritual items from the temple of Morkai. Study them.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"As you command.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After the \"Student of Ratiocination\" replied, Nareth began issuing legion deployment orders.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Assemble the 2nd, 5th, and 11th Chapters. Head to Terra. You'll accompany me on the campaign in the Fire Wheel system.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Nareth intended to use the Fire Wheel campaign to temper the six chapters whose development paths were still undefined, and to discover new talents.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Considering their current condition, he decided to first summon three of the chapters to Terra.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The other chapters are to work closely with those conscripted to explore routes, like Louis von Valancius, and quickly unify our territorial holdings, centering around Vostroya.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Send a message to Mikael. Have the Chief Apothecary come to Terra.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Arsena recorded the Nareth's orders, then brought up several holograms on the data slate.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"My lord, the Techmarines have begun reverse-engineering the captured Aeldar Ranger long rifles and have made initial progress.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Although we still can't replicate their psy-crystal creation techniques, the modified versions can now be used by Astartes and auxiliary forces.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Compared to Imperial lasguns, the improved Aeldar rifles have longer range and higher accuracy.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Nareth's black eyes examined the holograms.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The modified lasgun lacked the sleek elegance of Eldar weapons, losing some of their distinct features.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Its length had been shortened by a fifth, making it more suitable for normal human use.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Name the modified lasgun the Ranger Variant.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"How many Ranger Variants are currently available?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Sixty-five units.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Nareth tapped his fingers lightly, thought for a moment, and said:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Fifty go to elite snipers in the auxiliary forces. Send fifteen to me.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He intended to arm the treasure-hunting squad with the fifteen rifles to enhance their strength.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Order the Techmarines to continue studying all Aeldar spoils.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>While the Primarch was issuing orders, on Necromunda, Adams was speaking to Leandro Hermar.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Leandro was tall and well-built, with sharply defined facial features, a prominent nose, and deep-set eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Perched on his shoulder was a winged humanoid creature with blue skin covered in intricate patterned markings.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Adams recognized it as a Caryatid, which Necromundans considered a symbol of luck.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Caryatids lived in vents and pipelines all across the hive cities of Necromunda. They possessed mild psychic talents and could passively sense fate. They were drawn to powerful individuals.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They followed those destined for greatness. The 7th Iron Lord of the Araneus Continuity had gained a caryatid's companionship while still a commoner.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After that, he rapidly rose in power, discovering several ruins in succession, and became one of Necromunda's most influential figures.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But once the caryatid left its master, it was seen as a death sentence, misfortune would soon follow.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Before the arrival of the 11th Legion, the caryatid of the 7th Iron Lord had already departed. Not long after, he died.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Leandro's original surname was Hemari, but after encountering the caryatid, he claimed to have received a sign from fate and changed it to Hermar.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shortly thereafter, Adams selected him and helped him establish his power base.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Adams, following the Primarch's will, supported the Hermar family in building order and governing the densely populated Necromunda.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"My lord, with your support, I've founded Primus Hive. It will become Necromunda's future administrative center.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Leandro Hermar spoke respectfully in newly learned High Gothic as he addressed the Death Lord.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He knew that Lord Adams had chosen him, but could also abandon him at any time, just as the caryatid might.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fortunately, the caryatid still followed him. The Death Lord trusted him and gave him strong support.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Countless Necromundans bowed to him, allowing him to rise quickly into one of the planet's most powerful men.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Adams nodded slightly and asked:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"How is the integration of the Techno-nobility's factories?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"My lord, so far I've taken control of 14,800 factories, which is more than 10% of those previously under Techno-noblities control.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Of these, 9,400 have resumed operation, with output reaching or even surpassing previous levels.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Death Lord nodded in satisfaction. Hermar's performance confirmed he had chosen wisely.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Adams had given Hermar little real help, only the title of planetary governor. Yet Hermar had swiftly gained control, freeing the 4th Chapter to focus on the other five systems.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Adams' mind ran fast calculations and reached a conclusion:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>'At this rate, in no more than five years, the six systems of the Araneus Continuity will be fully integrated into the Legion's domain.'\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"If you encounter any insurmountable obstacles, report to me.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"My lord, I will do my best to handle them myself.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I understand, you chose me to offload mundane responsibilities, not to be burdened by them.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Adams glanced at the caryatid. Hermar's success clearly owed more than just to luck.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Maintain your initiative, and you will have what you seek. The Hermar family will rule Necromunda.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I will not disappoint you, my lord.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"One more thing, when developing the hives, pay particular attention to searching for Giant Spiders. The Monarch is quite interested in them.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hermar's eyes lit up with reverence. He had heard stories of the Monarch.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The gene-father of Lord Adams, the mighty Primarch Nareth, had ended the Techno-nobility era.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yes, my lord. I'll be vigilant. If I find any Giant Spiders, I'll report immediately.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"In addition to that, report any ruins or large tombs you discover.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Adams had explored four tombs so far with little result.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>To master the power of the 'Gravedigger,' he needed to find a truly massive burial site.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Necromunda was vast, its hive domes tangled like spiderwebs. Locating large tombs required the help of locals.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"My lord, I've discovered that the 4th Iron Lord's family had a tradition of lavish burials. I believe their hive must contain at least one large tomb complex.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I've already dispatched capable men. I believe we'll locate it soon.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Go. I await good news.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As Necromunda and the six systems developed rapidly, Nareth's fleet arrived at Terra.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Upon hearing the news, Tierney sent an encrypted message to Nareth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Primarch dispatched his honor guard, to bring him forward.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After the honor guard withdrew, Tierney reported:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"My lord, I've located the approximate area where the Eight-Legged Black Wolf operates.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>..\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If you enjoy the story, my p@treon is 30 chapters ahead.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[email protected]\u002FDaoistJinzu\u003C\u002Fp>",1218,"2026-06-06T05:05:10.769Z",1,"novelbin.me","57daec174f4ebe66286909b0d064e46817e75eefcfdbab6b3be4feb3d6406058","warhammer-the-11th-primarch-the-black-emperor-chapter-180","warhammer-the-11th-primarch-the-black-emperor-chapter-178",698,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fwarhammer-the-11th-primarch-the-black-emperor-cover.jpg"]