This black-and-white Oldhammer illustration by Martin McKenna features a heavily armored Ultramarine Space Marine in a dynamic, combat-ready stance. The Ultramarine is clad in the iconic power armor, with its bulky, reinforced plates covered in intricate details. His shoulder pads prominently display the Ultramarine’s symbol—a stylized “U”—emphasizing his loyalty to the XIII Legion. The armor has visible scuffs and marks, adding to the rugged, battle-worn aesthetic that typifies Space Marines of this era. A pattern of checkered design is visible on the marine’s helmet, a feature more common in older depictions of the Adeptus Astartes, which lends the image a classic, nostalgic feel for fans of the early Warhammer universe.
In the background, another Ultramarine is partially visible, manning what appears to be a heavy weapon system. The terrain is rocky and uneven, suggesting the Ultramarines are advancing through a hostile, war-torn battlefield. The perspective and pose of the marine in the foreground, holding his bolter ready, suggest immediate action, while the strong lines and shading techniques of the illustration capture the grim darkness of the Warhammer 40,000 universe. The image evokes the stoic determination of the Ultramarines as they march onward, ever committed to the defense of the Imperium.