Marneus Calgar: Champion of the Ultramarines and Defender of Humanity
A test painting the artist, Lawrence Mann did the Black Library.
The Indomitable Lord of Macragge
Marneus Calgar, Chapter Master of the Ultramarines, is a symbol of loyalty and strength in the Imperium of Man. As the leader of the Ultramarines and the realm of Ultramar, he embodies the ideals of the Codex Astartes. Both a statesman and a warrior, Calgar’s presence inspires awe and fear, standing as a bastion of humanity’s unyielding resolve against the galaxy’s horrors.
A Legacy Forged in Battle
Calgar’s rise was marked by trials that tested his strength and will. From his heroic defense of the Ultramarines’ fortress-monastery against Orks to countless victories against Tyranids and Chaos, his deeds have solidified his legacy. His tactical brilliance and unwavering spirit have earned him respect across the Imperium as one of its greatest champions.
A Master of War
Calgar’s strength lies in his ability to adapt, using the Codex Astartes as both a guide and a flexible tool. Clad in the Armor of Heraclus and wielding the Gauntlets of Ultramar, he leads from the front, showing his warriors that leadership demands courage on the battlefield. His strategic genius has turned countless defeats into decisive victories.
Defender of Humanity
Beyond a warrior, Calgar is a guardian of hope and stability. Under his leadership, Ultramar has become a beacon of order in a chaotic galaxy. Every decision he makes shapes the future of his Chapter and the Imperium, as he shoulders the burden of ensuring the Emperor’s vision endures against the darkness.
