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The Shields of Chiron

Founding Date: Unknown, lost during the destruction of Chiron

Founded From: Iron Hands

Homeworld: Chiron [Destroyed]

This company was founded from the Iron Hands Chapter, and though lacks the hatred of weak flesh there originators hold, they are still very tech heavy. In fact, they may be even more so, for, except the 5th and 6th companies, they rarely remove a single piece of there armour after being granted it. They are also heavily tied to the Cult of Mars, bearing there colors (Orange/Red) and sends a rather large amount of Marines to learn the blessings of the Omnissiah. Not only that, but should Mars call for aid, they will respond. Not even death will stop them from responding.

Company Divisions:
1st - Elites. Most veterans are Sternguard-class, though some take up the Vanguard's sword. Rarely fights together, usually bolsters Iron Hand or Shield companies.
2nd - Battle. Uses massed rank tactics with outstanding finesse. Posses a startlingly high number of Dreadnoughts to bolster the lines. They are typically used to protect and hold what other companies have taken. Currently has not been seen since being fielded in response to the Xenos ship landing on the holy soil of Mars
3rd - Battle. Also uses skilled mass rank techniques. However, they opt to drop into the thick of battle via. Drop Pods or Thunderhawks. They use the Drop Pods more often, as they can be used as makeshift cover easier then Thunderhawks. Typically used to bolster flagging defenses
4th - Battle. Mechanized company. Everyone usually gets a transport, and makes heavy use of Predators, Whirlwinds, and Land Raiders when attacking or defending. One of the more aggressive companies. Original version of the company was caught on Planet Chiron during the destruction of the planet. Rebuilt with (original) 7th and 9th Company Marines.
5th - Battle. Assault Company, making heavy use of Bikes and Jump Packs. Superb flankers and first strikers. Rarely fights as a whole, instead typically being used as support for other companies. Original version of the company was caught on Planet Chiron during the destruction of the planet. Rebuilt from the sole surviving Vanguard Squad, along with 7th and 8th Company Marines.
6th - Support. "Sapper" Company. Makes heavy use of Scouts and Tactical Marines to manipulate the battlefield for the Shield's favor. Is sometimes fielded as a whole, an oddity for the reserve-status this company holds. Original version of the company (All Tactical Reserve Squad) was caught on Planet Chiron during the destruction of the planet. Rebuilt with (original) 7th Company Marines and 10th Company Veteran Scouts.
7th Company - Support. Tech Company. Led by the Master of the Forge rather then the typical Captain. Holds a large number of Tech Marines as well. Charged with the upkeep of the Chapter's Armory, as well as her ships. 7th rarely fights. Used to be a normal, all Tactical reserve squad. Rebuilt after the Pact with Mars, mainly with typical support staff (such as Tech Marines) and rapidly trained Initiates.
8th-10th - Recruit. Follows the Codex Astares. 10th Company Scouts sometimes get a rapid "promotion" to 6th Company, however.