The Stalwart Primarch
Rogal Dorn, Primarch of the Imperial Fists, is the embodiment of duty, loyalty, and unyielding determination. As the leader of the VII Legion, Dorn is renowned for his expertise in defensive warfare and siegecraft, making him an indispensable figure during the Great Crusade and the Horus Heresy. His unwavering sense of duty to the Emperor and the Imperium is mirrored in his Legion, which excelled in fortifications, garrison duty, and resolute defense. Dorn’s loyalty to the Emperor was absolute, and he saw himself as the shield of the Imperium.
Defender of Terra
During the Horus Heresy, Dorn played a pivotal role in defending Terra against Horus and his traitor legions. His tactical genius was evident in the fortifications of the Imperial Palace, which held firm during the brutal Siege of Terra. Despite his efforts, the siege was a harrowing ordeal, and Dorn was forced to endure the loss of countless warriors and brothers. This grief and guilt lingered with him, shaping his character and resolve in the years that followed. His role in the Imperium’s survival during this dark period remains one of his greatest legacies.
Reluctant Reformer
After the Heresy, Dorn became a key figure in the Imperium’s restructuring, reluctantly agreeing to the division of his Legion into smaller chapters as outlined in the Codex Astartes. Though initially opposed to this change, his loyalty to the Imperium compelled him to accept it. This decision, while difficult, demonstrated Dorn’s enduring commitment to the Emperor’s vision and the future stability of the Imperium, even at great personal cost.
A Legacy of Duty and Mystery
Rogal Dorn is remembered as a stern and uncompromising figure, clad in ornate Terminator armor and wielding the legendary power fist, Storm’s Teeth. His dedication to duty often placed him at odds with more pragmatic Primarchs like Roboute Guilliman, but none could question his honor or loyalty. Dorn’s fate remains shrouded in mystery, with conflicting accounts of his death during a battle against Chaos. While his body was never recovered, his hands were preserved as relics, symbolizing his enduring legacy within the Imperial Fists. Dorn’s life and mysterious end stand as a testament to his unwavering devotion to the Emperor and the Imperium.
