Who are the Adeptus Mechanicus and what do they do?
The Adeptus Mechanicus is a technological organisation, often known as the Priesthood of Mars. It holds a monopoly on technological knowledge in the Imperium. Their Forge Worlds turn out the Imperium’s most powerful and advanced weaponry and equipment. The organisation’s adepts, the Tech-priests,…
When was the Adeptus Mechanicus separated from Mars?
The Adeptus Mechanicus was formally separated from the larger Mechanicum of Mars by order of the Council of Terra in 012.M31. This occurred after the Red Planet had fallen to the control of the Traitor faction of the Mechanicum loyal to the Warmaster Horus later called the ” Dark Mechanicum.”
What kind of Empire does the Mechanicus have?
The Mechanicus essentially maintains an empire-within-an-empire in Imperial space, and its interests usually, but not always, coincide with those of the wider Imperium.
How did the Adeptus Terra create the genetor?
On Terra, the Adeptus Terra created genetic repositories to produce and store Space Marine gene-seed. These storage facilities were used to provide new gene-seed for newly founded Space Marine Chapters. To prevent cross-contamination, the genetic material of each of the old Legions was isolated.
We will talk a little bit about who they are, their play style, and end with a solid 1,000 pt army list with some Adeptus Mechanicus tactics. Simply put, the Adeptus Mechanicus is a quasi-religious organization that worships the Omnissiah.
What are the skittari in Adeptus Mechanicus tactics?
For the most part, the army can be split into two parts, Battle servitors and Skittari. The Skittari are like a step in-between a Guardsmen and a Space Marine, having BS/WS 3+ and T3. This makes them a bit less durable than a Space Marine, but just as efficient with special weapons.
When did the Adeptus Mechanicus appear in Rogue Trader?
The Adeptus Mechanicus have a long history in 40k, having appeared all the way back in Rogue Trader.