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 The
origins of the Dark Angels Chapter are shrouded
in
mystery. There are no records of its beginnings nor
any mention of its part in the Emperor's Great
Crusade.
Any reference in the Imperial histories to the Dark
Angels' deeds during the accursed times of the
Horus
Heresy has been expunged. Yet, a legend persists
that at one point the Dark Angels teetered on
the very
brink of Chaos and that an act of the most terrible
betrayal left an enduring stain on the Chapter's
honour.
Since that shameful time, the Dark Angels have borne
the mark of the Unforgiven and strive for absolution
of the sins of millennia past.
When building a Warhammer 40,000 army,
the best place to begin is its respective Codex. These
books are indispensable, not only providing you with
the complete rules and army lists for your army, but
also containing guides to painting, assembling, and
selecting your army. Lastly, Codexes contain the army's
background story that you can find nowhere else.
Codex: Dark Angels is one in a
series of army books that act as supplements to Codex:
Space Marines. Each book in the series describes
an army, its history, and its heroes in detail. Note
that Codex: Dark Angels is not a stand-alone
book; you also need Codex: Space Marines to field
a Dark Angels army. Inside Codex: Dark Angels,
you will find:
Army Lists
Rules and information for new units available only to
the Dark Angels, such as the renowned Deathwing and
Ravenwing. Information detailing new weapons, vehicles,
and wargear used by the Dark Angels is also included.
Hobby Section
Seven full colour pages packed with invaluable tips
and advice on collecting, painting, and playing
with a Dark
Angels army.
 Special
Characters
Complete rules and background information for Dark Angel
characters such as Commander Azrael, Chief Librarian
Ezekiel, and Interrogator-Chaplain Asmodai.
New Scenario
Death by Moonlight – A new Dark Angels
scenario depicting a valiant defence of Koth Ridge.
Once you get the appropriate Codex in
your hands, you'll need some troops to command and form
the core of your growing army. Next, we'll take a look
at the Space Marine Tactical Squad boxed set, the perfect
place to find your first recruits.
Next:
Gathering your Troops.
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