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The '''Hell Blade''' interceptor is a recent addition to the arsenal of the [[Forces of Chaos]]. Designed to replace the outdated [[Swiftdeath]] fighter aircraft, the Hell Blade is a potent aircraft capable of both atmospheric and void operations that has been quickly adopted by all the [[Forces of Chaos]], from the warfleets of [[Chaos Space Marine]]s to Chaos pirate fleets to "independent" [[Chaos]] militias such as the [[Blood Pact]]. |
The '''Hell Blade''' interceptor is a recent addition to the arsenal of the [[Forces of Chaos]]. Designed to replace the outdated [[Swiftdeath]] fighter aircraft, the Hell Blade is a potent aircraft capable of both atmospheric and void operations that has been quickly adopted by all the [[Forces of Chaos]], from the warfleets of [[Chaos Space Marine]]s to Chaos pirate fleets to "independent" [[Chaos]] militias such as the [[Blood Pact]]. |
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==History== |
==History== |
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+ | The Hell Blade is a product of the malevolent masters of the damned [[Forge World]] of Xana in the [[Eye of Terror]], a blasphemous fusion of advanced technology, daemonic power and the nightmarish invention of those [[Heretek]]s of the [[Dark Mechanicus]] who long ago fell to the corruption of [[Chaos]]. The Hell Blade interceptor represents one of the most resounding technological successes of the [[Dark Mechanicum|Dark Mechanicus]]; it is a sleek, and deadly dagger-shaped aircraft held aloft by vector-thrusting jet engines which make it incredibly fast and impressively nimble. The Hell Blade is a swift and ruthless killer both in the atmosphere and in the void of space. The Hell Blade is designed to swiftly achieve air superiority for Chaos raiding forces and sweep enemy aircraft from the skies, clearing the way for heavier aircraft, such as the [[Harbinger]], to pound ground defences and allow the [[Chaos Space Marine]] onslaught to begin. The slim double-bladed shape cuts through the air, emitting hideous shrieks and wails as it swoops down on its victims. Its only drawback is that the fighter is outfitted with the relatively light armament of two [[twin-linked]] [[Autocannon]]s. This makes the Hell Blade unsuited for any other role than of fast attack and interception. The fighter is normally flown with reckless abandon by a hardwired [[Servitor]] whose only pleasure is the kill. However, reports from the squadrons of the [[Phantine Air Corps]] on Enothis state that the elite squadrons of opposing Hell Blades were flown by "human" pilots, while other Imperial forces fearfully whisper that the most successful aces of the [[Chaos Warfleet|Chaos warfleets]] have a [[daemon|far more sinister origin]]than mere flesh. |
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Based upon investigations by the [[Ordo Malleus]], the [[Departmento Munitorum]] possesses secret reports that indicate that the origins of this hellish aircraft lie on the hellish Forge World of Xana II, deep within the Eye of Terror. It is said to be a stronghold of the Dark Mechanicus (known sometimes as the Dark Priesthood or the Hellsmiths). Xana is believed to be a world wholly given over to daemon-machines and infernal industries, where mills grind flesh and suffering to make the insane visions of its nightmarish masters real. Countless millions are enslaved to toil endlessly in a world-spanning network of labyrinthine forges, churning out an infinite supply of weapons and armaments for the[[ Traitor Legions| ]][[Traitor Legions]]' [[Long War]]. The masters of Xana, said to be half-daemon machines themselves, have long since left the shreds of their humanity behind and are beholden to no one, be they mortal or [[Chaos God]]. They are willing to sell or barter their unholy inventions and arms to the highest bidder, be they warlord, demagogue, [[Chaos Sorcerer]] or [[Daemon Prince]] without favour, and their coin of exchange is always the same; raw materials and the flesh of new slaves to feed Xana's endless hunger. |
Based upon investigations by the [[Ordo Malleus]], the [[Departmento Munitorum]] possesses secret reports that indicate that the origins of this hellish aircraft lie on the hellish Forge World of Xana II, deep within the Eye of Terror. It is said to be a stronghold of the Dark Mechanicus (known sometimes as the Dark Priesthood or the Hellsmiths). Xana is believed to be a world wholly given over to daemon-machines and infernal industries, where mills grind flesh and suffering to make the insane visions of its nightmarish masters real. Countless millions are enslaved to toil endlessly in a world-spanning network of labyrinthine forges, churning out an infinite supply of weapons and armaments for the[[ Traitor Legions| ]][[Traitor Legions]]' [[Long War]]. The masters of Xana, said to be half-daemon machines themselves, have long since left the shreds of their humanity behind and are beholden to no one, be they mortal or [[Chaos God]]. They are willing to sell or barter their unholy inventions and arms to the highest bidder, be they warlord, demagogue, [[Chaos Sorcerer]] or [[Daemon Prince]] without favour, and their coin of exchange is always the same; raw materials and the flesh of new slaves to feed Xana's endless hunger. |
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BlackBrethrenofAyreasHellBlade.JPG|Hell Blade, believed to be flying in support of the [[Black Brethren of Ayreas]] during the [[Siege of Vraks]] |
BlackBrethrenofAyreasHellBlade.JPG|Hell Blade, believed to be flying in support of the [[Black Brethren of Ayreas]] during the [[Siege of Vraks]] |
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Revision as of 07:17, 25 September 2012
A trio of Hell Blades with a Chaos Warfleet in orbit
The Hell Blade interceptor is a recent addition to the arsenal of the Forces of Chaos. Designed to replace the outdated Swiftdeath fighter aircraft, the Hell Blade is a potent aircraft capable of both atmospheric and void operations that has been quickly adopted by all the Forces of Chaos, from the warfleets of Chaos Space Marines to Chaos pirate fleets to "independent" Chaos militias such as the Blood Pact.
History
Hell Blade interceptor
The Hell Blade is a product of the malevolent masters of the damned Forge World of Xana in the Eye of Terror, a blasphemous fusion of advanced technology, daemonic power and the nightmarish invention of those Hereteks of the Dark Mechanicus who long ago fell to the corruption of Chaos. The Hell Blade interceptor represents one of the most resounding technological successes of the Dark Mechanicus; it is a sleek, and deadly dagger-shaped aircraft held aloft by vector-thrusting jet engines which make it incredibly fast and impressively nimble. The Hell Blade is a swift and ruthless killer both in the atmosphere and in the void of space. The Hell Blade is designed to swiftly achieve air superiority for Chaos raiding forces and sweep enemy aircraft from the skies, clearing the way for heavier aircraft, such as the Harbinger, to pound ground defences and allow the Chaos Space Marine onslaught to begin. The slim double-bladed shape cuts through the air, emitting hideous shrieks and wails as it swoops down on its victims. Its only drawback is that the fighter is outfitted with the relatively light armament of two twin-linked Autocannons. This makes the Hell Blade unsuited for any other role than of fast attack and interception. The fighter is normally flown with reckless abandon by a hardwired Servitor whose only pleasure is the kill. However, reports from the squadrons of the Phantine Air Corps on Enothis state that the elite squadrons of opposing Hell Blades were flown by "human" pilots, while other Imperial forces fearfully whisper that the most successful aces of the Chaos warfleets have a far more sinister originthan mere flesh.
A trio of Hell Blades make a strafing run on Imperial positions
Based upon investigations by the Ordo Malleus, the Departmento Munitorum possesses secret reports that indicate that the origins of this hellish aircraft lie on the hellish Forge World of Xana II, deep within the Eye of Terror. It is said to be a stronghold of the Dark Mechanicus (known sometimes as the Dark Priesthood or the Hellsmiths). Xana is believed to be a world wholly given over to daemon-machines and infernal industries, where mills grind flesh and suffering to make the insane visions of its nightmarish masters real. Countless millions are enslaved to toil endlessly in a world-spanning network of labyrinthine forges, churning out an infinite supply of weapons and armaments for the Traitor Legions' Long War. The masters of Xana, said to be half-daemon machines themselves, have long since left the shreds of their humanity behind and are beholden to no one, be they mortal or Chaos God. They are willing to sell or barter their unholy inventions and arms to the highest bidder, be they warlord, demagogue, Chaos Sorcerer or Daemon Prince without favour, and their coin of exchange is always the same; raw materials and the flesh of new slaves to feed Xana's endless hunger.
The Imperium remains in ignorance of much of the technology and design that has gone into the creation of the Hell Blade and the other Chaos aircraft of the dreaded Xana II lineage. This is in no small part the result of the frequently spectacular immolation and disintegration the aircraft undergoes when destroyed, a factor that some attribute to the escape of Warp forces from their bindings when the machine is destroyed. From observation and telemetric recordings, however, the Hell Blade can reach observed speeds of over 2,800 kilometres per hour in a standard atmosphere, with a cruising speed equal to perhaps two-thirds of this mark.
Ordo Malleus Departmento Analyticus Technical Specifications
| Type: | Interceptor/Air Superiority Fighter | Operational Ceiling: | Unknown (Void-Capable) |
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| Vehicle Name: | Hell Blade (alt. Hell Razor) | Max Speed: | 2,800 kilometres per hour |
| Forge World of Origin: | Xana II (Presumed) | Range: | Unknown (short) |
| Known Patterns: | Unknown | Main Armament: | Nose-mounted, dual twin-linked Autocannons |
| Crew: | 1 Pilot (1 Servitor) | Secondary Armament: | None |
| Powerplant: | Unknown | Main Ammunition: | Unknown (est. 2,000 rounds) |
| Weight: | 3.5 Tonnes (Empty) | Secondary Ammunition: | None |
| Length: | 13.8 Metres | Armour | |
| Wingspan: | 5.6 Metres | Superstructure: | Unknown |
| Height: | 1.65 Metres | Hull: | Unknown |
Sources
- Imperial Armour Aeronautica, pg. 71
- Imperial Armour Update 2006, pg. 37
- Imperial Armour Volume Six - The Siege of Vraks - Part Two, pp. 163-165
- Double Eagle (Novel) by Dan Abnett, pg. 43
- Rogue Trader: Citadel of Skulls (RPG), pg. 5
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