The Blood Gorgons are a renegade Chaos Space Marine warband in Warhammer 40,000, known for their sinister and enigmatic nature. Originally formed from the Traitor Legions during the Horus Heresy, they have since devolved into a brutal warband dedicated to survival and self-interest. Unlike many other Chaos warbands that swear fealty to a specific Chaos God, the Blood Gorgons have no singular allegiance, instead choosing to exploit the powers of the Warp and Chaos for their own gain. Their tactics revolve around ruthlessness, cunning, and treachery, making them unpredictable and dangerous foes.
One of the most notable features of the Blood Gorgons is their reliance on a dark form of symbiosis known as the “Blood Bond,” where their power armor is fused with their flesh. This unnatural connection enhances their strength and endurance but comes at the cost of their sanity and humanity, further cementing their descent into chaos. The warband operates with a brutal hierarchy, where internal power struggles and assassination are commonplace, yet their unity is bound by the survival of the whole. As they raid Imperial worlds, fight xenos, and clash with other Chaos factions, the Blood Gorgons remain an ever-looming threat, driven by their desire to endure in the hostile and unforgiving galaxy.