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Sternguard Veterans are among the most elite and experienced warriors of a Space Marine Chapter, renowned for their mastery of ranged combat and tactical precision. Drawn from the First Company, these battle-hardened veterans have honed their skills over centuries of warfare, becoming experts in delivering devastating firepower at critical moments. Sternguard are versatile specialists, equipped with specialized ammunition for their boltguns, allowing them to adapt to any foe. From the armor-penetrating Kraken rounds to the incendiary Dragonfire bolts, their wargear ensures that no enemy can withstand their focused volleys. Often deployed in vital missions or to turn the tide of battle, Sternguard Veterans are a force to be reckoned with.
Clad in ornate power armor often adorned with purity seals, relics, and other symbols of their Chapter’s honor, Sternguard Veterans embody the legacy and glory of the Adeptus Astartes. Their presence inspires their battle-brothers while striking fear into the hearts of the enemy. Whether defending a vital objective, breaking an entrenched position, or hunting a priority target, the Sternguard excel in delivering precision strikes with unrelenting resolve. Their battlefield experience, combined with their advanced weaponry, makes them the ultimate tactical asset, capable of executing the Emperor’s will with flawless efficiency.