The Adeptus Astartes, also known as Space Marines, represent humanity's ultimate defense in the Warhammer 40k universe. These genetically modified super-soldiers, created by the Emperor of Mankind, possess the strength to confront the most perilous adversaries across the galaxy. Achieving the status of an Astartes is a grueling undertaking, and divided into various chapters, the Space Marines stand at the vanguard of the battle against humanity's foes.
Throughout the annals of the Imperium, exceptional individuals among the Space Marines have risen above their brethren, earning legendary status among the Emperor's angels of death, garnering immense reverence and admiration from humanity.
10 Tyberos
A Colossal Figure Among Space Marines
- Carcharodons Chapter
The Chapter Master of the enigmatic Carcharodons or Space Sharks, Tyberos The Red Wake, stands as a colossal figure among Space Marines. Towering over his comrades in both size and might, his authority is absolute. His presence exudes silence and intimidation, and on the battlefield, few can match his strength. Adorned with twin-bladed gauntlets and terminator armor, he asserts his dominance on any battleground.
Tyberos gained renown during the Badab War, where the sudden arrival of the Carcharodons, at the behest of the Emperor, left both loyalists and traitors bewildered. However, Tyberos fought for the Emperor, lending his formidable might to the loyalist cause.
9 Ragnar Blackmane
The Youngest Wolf Lord
- Space Wolves Chapter
Ragnar Blackmane stands as a distinguished member of the renowned Space Wolves chapter. As the youngest Astartes to attain the rank of Wolf Lord, Ragnar has earned profound respect within the chapter.
His numerous triumphs include thwarting the resurgence of the Thousand Sons Traitor Legion and, more recently, vanquishing the fabled Ork Warboss Ghazghkull Thraka. After nearly succumbing to death in the battle, he underwent the Rubicon process, transitioning into a Primaris Space Marine. Ragnar is widely regarded as the natural heir to the current Chapter Master, Logan Grimnar.
8 Garviel Loken
Devotion Transcending Brotherhood
- Luna Wolves Legion/Knights-Errant
Garviel Loken, the captain of the 10th Company in Horus Lupercal's Luna Wolves during the Great Crusade, was among the most esteemed and accomplished members of the legion. He belonged to the inner circle that advised their Primarch, displaying unwavering loyalty to the Emperor when Horus betrayed him.
Amidst the Heresy's progression, Garviel renounced his former legion, returning to Terra. Handpicked by Malcador the Sigillite, the Emperor's right-hand man, to join the Knights-Errant, an elite force fighting the galaxy's traitors, Garviel Loken epitomized strength and resolve by remaining loyal to the Emperor despite immense pressure from his brethren to betray him.
7 Nathaniel Garro
An Unwavering Son Of The Emperor
- Death Guard Legion /Knights-Errant
Nathaniel Garro commenced his illustrious career as a Dusk Raider on Terra, fighting for the Emperor of Mankind during the Unification Wars. Subsequently, the legion was officially renamed the Death Guard by Primarch Mortarion. A highly accomplished warrior, he ascended to become the captain of the 7th great company.
Prior to the outbreak of the Horus Heresy, Nathaniel Garro's loyalty to his legion came under scrutiny by his fellow Death Guard. Injured and absent during the treacherous events on doomed Isstvan III, he recognized the betrayal, escaping to Terra to forewarn them. He later assumed command of the Knights-Errant under Malcador the Sigillite.
6 Supreme Grand Master Azrael
A Formidable Warrior And Astute Leader
- Dark Angels Chapter
Supreme Grand Master Azrael is hailed as the most exceptional leader the chapter has witnessed since Lion El Johnson. Ascending swiftly through the ranks, he joined the Deathwing, the Dark Angels' elite Terminator unit, eventually assuming the mantle of Grand Master of the Deathwing.
Evolving into the Supreme Grand Master of the entire chapter, Azrael was privy to the Dark Angels' deepest secrets, including those concerning Luther and the Fallen. He unified all the Dark Angels' successor chapters during a chaos incursion, when they endeavored to invade the Rock and eradicate the chapter. During this period, their Primarch Lion El Johnson returned and reunited with his progeny.
5 Sigismund
The Preeminent Duelist Of Humanity
- Imperial Fists Legion, Black Templars Chapter
Sigismund stands as one of humanity's most formidable warriors, renowned even during the Great Crusade. Regarded as the most adept swordsman among the Space Marines, he suffered only a single defeat, at the hands of Jago Sevatarion, who resorted to an illegal head-butt, disqualifying himself and depriving Sigismund of another triumph.
Famed throughout the legions for his skill and ferocity, he ascended the ranks of the Imperial Fists, assuming the role of First Captain of the Templars, second only to Primarch Rogal Dorn within the legion. Post the Horus Heresy, Sigismund became the inaugural Grand High Marshall of the newly established Black Templars. Centuries later, Abaddon the Despoiler defeated Sigismund in combat during the first Black Crusade.
4 Lord Kaldor Draigo
An Indomitable Vanquisher Of Daemons
- Grey Knights Chapter
Kaldor Draigo, a formidable psyker, has consistently demonstrated his immunity to the corrupting influence of Chaos. He presently serves as the Supreme Grand Master of the Grey Knights Chapter, adept at combating warp-spawned daemons.
Kaldor Draigo's exploits have elevated him to legendary status, with numerous daemonic adversaries vanquished at his feet. He even etched the name of the previous Grey Knight Chapter Master into Primarch Mortarion's decaying heart. Although lost within the Realm Of Chaos, he is known to reemerge during times of dire peril. His capacity to resist the sway of chaos positions him as one of the Imperium's most potent assets against the ruinous forces.
3 Mephiston
The Most Potent Space Marine Psyker
- Blood Angels Chapter
Mephiston, The Blood Angels' Chief Librarian, stands as the most formidable psyker among the Space Marines. Formerly known as Calistarius, Mephiston, the sole gene-son of Sanguinius to have overcome the Black Rage twice, managed to triumph over the curse afflicting all Blood Angels and their successor chapters, inducing a frenzied rampage. After being trapped beneath a collapsed structure for seven days, he emerged victorious, transcending into Mephiston, The Lord Of Death.
2 Logan Grimnar
An Ancient, Iron-Willed Leader
Logan Grimnar commands profound respect throughout the Imperium of Man. Revered as The Great Wolf, he embodies the essence of Leman Russ like no other. His resolute nature, hostility towards external entities, combat prowess, and unwavering leadership have sustained his position as the Space Wolves' leader for approximately 700 years.
His experience and thirst for battle have evoked both fear and admiration. During the 13th Black Crusade, he was appointed as the Supreme Commander of the Imperial Forces, steering them to numerous victories. In a pivotal moment, he inflicted a wound upon Traitor Primarch Magnus the Red, enabling the Grey Knights to banish him back to the Warp.
1 Dante
Unswerving Dedication To Humanity
Commander Dante, the Chapter Master of the Blood Angels, commands immense respect across the Imperium. Despite exceeding 1500 years of age, he remains one of the oldest living mortals. The weight of years has scarcely diminished his prowess, donning golden armor and the death mask of his gene-father, Primarch Sanguinius, as he ventures into battle.
When the homeworld of Baal confronted utter annihilation at the hands of Hivefleet Leviathan, Dante succeeded in uniting all the Chapters of the Blood, forming a legion-sized army that staved off the xenos onslaught, preserving their chapters from extinction. These exploits, alongside his vast experience, led to his appointment as the Regent of Imperium Nihilus by Primarch Roboute Guilliman, effectively rendering Dante the ruler of half the Imperium.