Having all been recruited from Melk's Auric-level Operatives, Strike Team Tenebrous specialise in stealth and infiltration missions. Their preferred deployments are during the rolling blackouts that are becoming an increasingly regular phenomena in the Hive. While these were initially blamed on faulty infrastructure or maintenance lapses due to the invasion, their rapidly increasing frequency suggests some foul traitor plot is behind them.
Thou mayst say the weak are to be abhorred, for they pave the way to heresy. But nay! The weak must be led by the strong of faith. Only then may their sacrifice have meaning. - Jakobia Lunt, Priest of Messelina
Duellists Autogun
900
Weapon Skin
An ornate guard and luxurious stock-wrappings aren't usual upgrades for a weapon like an autogun, but there's no accounting for taste.
Whisperquick
700
Weapon Skin
With its blackened blade honed to a razor's edge, this is truly a weapon any would-be assassin would be proud to wield.
Protector's Burden
300
Trinket
The reassuring weight and occasional jab of the spiked end are designed to remind the operative of the burden they carry, to protect the citizens of Atoma.
Veteran[]
Individual Items
Name
Cost (Aquilas)
Slot
Item
Description
Kantrael Mk If Flak Targeter Helm
900
Head
No such thing as too much firepower. Now pass me that damned plasma gun!
- Corporal Aqar Gozhin (Deceased)
Peesash Hood (Plateau Camo)
900
Head
Using the night and roiling scorch-clouds for cover, Captain Azgrid took the warboss unawares in his own ramshackle encampment, and ended the Waaagh! in a single stubber shot.
Operative Cimmerius - 2400
Name
Cost (Aquilas)
Slot
Item
Description
Honoured Shroudwrap Mantle
900
Head
Veterans of these darkness-specialist teams (ones who have survived more than three deployments) often adopt some red in their uniforms to show their prowess, without sacrificing too much by way of their stealthy colouring.
Veteran Honours Shroudwrap Warplate
1400
Upper Body
As rolling blackouts become an increasingly regular occurrence throughout the hive, specialist teams are being formed within Melk's clandestine Auric squadrons.
Militarum Dress Greys (Moebian 135th)
700
Lower Body
A fierce scowl, a dark uniform, and well-polished boots can get you at least halfway through officer's training camp.
Cimmerius, as he is now known, was one of the first rejects to be singled out by Sire Melk for Auric-Level operations. In the following months, he proceeded to make himself a valuable member of the elite fighting group, eventually being given command of a squad.
Zealot[]
Individual Items
Name
Cost (Aquilas)
Slot
Item
Description
Recusant's Cage
900
Head
What transgressions condemn a man to such a mask? The last owner could not say, for he'd bitten off and swallowed his own tongue.
"Penance" Herald Mask
900
Head
Penance Heralds remain long after the holy feast is done, the better to drag gluttons to chastisement for squandering the God-Emperor's bounty.
Operative Tartaran - 2400
Name
Cost (Aquilas)
Slot
Item
Description
Suppliant's Hood
900
Head
A dour and shadowy hood, supplemented by a mask to preserve identity of the wearer.
Templar's Flak Vest
1400
Upper Body
You would think that the combination of candles and old parchment might lead to a few accidents, but in the face of enemy lasfire and flamers, it's probably the least of your worries.
Grand Penance Militia Garb (Triple Blessed)
700
Lower Body
These trousers previously served two different Martyrs to the Emperor's cause. They say three times is the charm...
Unlike most fervent followers of the Imperial Creed, Tartaran combines their zealous passion with a cold, calculating demeaner. When Tartaran beseeches the Emperor for victory during battle, he does so under his breath, safe in the knowledge that the omnipresent Emperor will heed his prayers regardless.
Psyker[]
Individual Items
Name
Cost (Aquilas)
Slot
Item
Description
Illissi Mk XVa Resolver Harness
900
Head
Perhaps a little showy, but most Psykers have a fondness for theatrics ... even if they'd never admit it.
Excoriator's Scripture Cap
700
Head
There is no wickedness that cannot be uncovered by a cunning mind steeped in faith and purpose.
Operative Stygium - 2400
Name
Cost (Aquilas)
Slot
Item
Description
"Mourning" Redemptor's Veil
700
Head
To die service to the Emperor is the greatest honour He can bestow.
Shroudwrap Carapace
1400
Upper Body
The deep black of the Shroudwrap camo adopted by these darkness-specialist squads might mark them out if it didn't help them blend into the shadows so much.
Shroudwrap Recon Fatigues
900
Lower Body
Even the protective plasteel plating is dulled with soot to reduce the chance of telltale reflections betraying your position.
Stygium always liked when the lights went out. The enemy were just as in the dark (as it were) as the rejects, however Stygium's warp-sight helped her identify priority targets in the gloom, allowing her to feel who or what was waiting for them just out of sight.
Ogryn[]
Individual Items
Name
Cost (Aquilas)
Slot
Item
Description
XXXXL Chem-safe rebreather
1400
Head
Irradiated, chem-drenched wastelands are a common destination for an enlisted soldier. This equipment will help you get by, though make sure to wash it after use.
Steel Helm with Krieg Gas Mask (XXXXL)
1400
Head
A reinforced steel helm sporting the unmistakable Krieg pattern gas mask.
Split-Blade Entrenching Tool
700
Weapon Skin
While its split-bladed design's claimed efficiency in trench-building is often (loudly) disputed amongst those ordered to put it into practice, no one will argue it makes a glorious mess of any heretic that gets in its way.
Operative Black - 2400
Name
Cost (Aquilas)
Slot
Item
Description
Shroudwrap Hood
700
Head
Many of the darkness-specialists cover their face, even during downtime on the Mourningstar. No one is sure of the reason. And no one is keen to ask.
"Look Sarge! It comes wiz bracelets! And gloves so I can pick me nose."
- Trung, upon excitedly receiving his new battlegear.
Shroudwrap Fatigues (XXXXL)
700
Lower Body
Despite the trend for plain, dark wargear, some squad members cannot help but add a little personalisation to their outfit.
Ogryn's are simple creatures, and so, a simple codename had to be chosen for Black. After many failed suggestions and some very confusing mission chatter, Melk decided that simple was best, and so Operative Black got his official designation. He still wonders why they are called Strike Team Tenebrous when, as he puts it "Dere's only four-of-us, not ten."