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| − | [[Image:LocusArt.jpg|thumb|right|200px|Genestealer Locus{{Fn| | + | [[Image:LocusArt.jpg|thumb|right|200px|Genestealer Locus{{Fn|2b}}]] |
| − | The '''Locus''' is a type of austere and mysterious [[Genestealer Hybrid]] that serves as bodyguard to their Cult's [[Genestealer Magus|Magus]] or other senior leaders. | + | The '''Locus''' is a type of austere and mysterious 4th-generation{{Fn|2a}} [[Genestealer Hybrid]] that serves as bodyguard to their Cult's [[Genestealer Magus|Magus]] or other senior leaders. |
==Overview== | ==Overview== | ||
| − | These stoic and patient warriors are capable of deadly acts of agility and stealth much like a [[lictor]], capable of even matching an [[Eldar]] [[exarch]] in combat prowess. This makes them excel in the role of a bodyguard and are known to thwart assassination attempts with the mere force of their presence. In their role as a sentinel, the locus can stand on guard for hours, motionless and unblinking but always on full alert. Twin blades are the preferred weapon of the locus, but are not their only one. They have hidden limbs tucked away into their robes as well as long segmented tails tipped with a toxic stinger. To witness a Locus in the midst of full combat is to see a shrieking, limb-lashing monstrosity erupt from the facade of serenity. Once the enemy is slain, a locus will swiftly dress itself in its robes once more and regain its calm composure in an instant.{{Fn| | + | These stoic and patient warriors are capable of deadly acts of agility and stealth much like a [[lictor]], capable of even matching an [[Eldar]] [[exarch]] in combat prowess. This makes them excel in the role of a bodyguard and are known to thwart assassination attempts with the mere force of their presence. In their role as a sentinel, the locus can stand on guard for hours, motionless and unblinking but always on full alert. Twin blades are the preferred weapon of the locus, but are not their only one. They have hidden limbs tucked away into their robes as well as long segmented tails tipped with a toxic stinger. To witness a Locus in the midst of full combat is to see a shrieking, limb-lashing monstrosity erupt from the facade of serenity. Once the enemy is slain, a locus will swiftly dress itself in its robes once more and regain its calm composure in an instant.{{Fn|2b}} |
| − | Each Locus carries a [[neurotraumal rod]] that is no simple staff but instead a complex neurological transmitter crafted for them by their [[genestealer magus|magus]] and [[clamavus]]. It sends out destabilizing frequencies designed to upset synapses and thought waves. When a Magus goes to "negotiate" with a particular powerful enemy such as a [[cardinal]] or [[inquisitor]], the loci accompanying it will send out waves of mental disruption that induce brain spasms, migraines, and harrowing visions in its victims.{{Fn| | + | Each Locus carries a [[neurotraumal rod]] that is no simple staff but instead a complex neurological transmitter crafted for them by their [[genestealer magus|magus]] and [[clamavus]]. It sends out destabilizing frequencies designed to upset synapses and thought waves. When a Magus goes to "negotiate" with a particular powerful enemy such as a [[cardinal]] or [[inquisitor]], the loci accompanying it will send out waves of mental disruption that induce brain spasms, migraines, and harrowing visions in its victims.{{Fn|2b}} |
| − | When not serving as a guard, a locus acts as its [[genestealer magus|magus]]'s eyes, ears, and blades. The presence of a locus is also able to expand the psychic influence and range of their magus.{{Fn| | + | When not serving as a guard, a locus acts as its [[genestealer magus|magus]]'s eyes, ears, and blades. The presence of a locus is also able to expand the psychic influence and range of their magus.{{Fn|2b}} |
==Images== | ==Images== | ||
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==Source== | ==Source== | ||
*{{Endn|1}}: [https://web.archive.org/web/20191030143740/https://www.warhammer-community.com/2019/01/27/pre-order-preview-genestealer-cults/ Warhammer Community: Pre-order Preview: Genestealer Cults (Posted 27/01/2019)] ''(saved archive page, dated 30 October 2019, last accessed 01 May 2022)'' | *{{Endn|1}}: [https://web.archive.org/web/20191030143740/https://www.warhammer-community.com/2019/01/27/pre-order-preview-genestealer-cults/ Warhammer Community: Pre-order Preview: Genestealer Cults (Posted 27/01/2019)] ''(saved archive page, dated 30 October 2019, last accessed 01 May 2022)'' | ||
| − | *{{Endn|2}}: [[Codex: Genestealer Cults (8th Edition)]] | + | *{{Endn|2}}: [[Codex: Genestealer Cults (8th Edition)]] |
| + | **{{Endn|2a}}: pgs. 10-11 | ||
| + | **{{Endn|2b}}: pg.47 | ||
*{{Endn|3}}: [https://web.archive.org/web/20200303133604/https://www.warhammer-community.com/2019/01/05/breaking-news-new-models-new-expansions-and-exclusive-revealsgw-homepage-post-1/ Warhammer Community: Breaking News! New Models, New Expansions and Exclusive Reveals! (Posted 05 Jan 19)] ''(saved archive page, dated 03 March 2020, last accessed 01 May 2022)'' | *{{Endn|3}}: [https://web.archive.org/web/20200303133604/https://www.warhammer-community.com/2019/01/05/breaking-news-new-models-new-expansions-and-exclusive-revealsgw-homepage-post-1/ Warhammer Community: Breaking News! New Models, New Expansions and Exclusive Reveals! (Posted 05 Jan 19)] ''(saved archive page, dated 03 March 2020, last accessed 01 May 2022)'' | ||
{{GenestealerCult}} | {{GenestealerCult}} | ||
[[Category:Troops (Genestealer Cults)]] | [[Category:Troops (Genestealer Cults)]] | ||
Revision as of 06:21, 4 February 2025
The Locus is a type of austere and mysterious 4th-generation[2a] Genestealer Hybrid that serves as bodyguard to their Cult's Magus or other senior leaders.
Overview
These stoic and patient warriors are capable of deadly acts of agility and stealth much like a lictor, capable of even matching an Eldar exarch in combat prowess. This makes them excel in the role of a bodyguard and are known to thwart assassination attempts with the mere force of their presence. In their role as a sentinel, the locus can stand on guard for hours, motionless and unblinking but always on full alert. Twin blades are the preferred weapon of the locus, but are not their only one. They have hidden limbs tucked away into their robes as well as long segmented tails tipped with a toxic stinger. To witness a Locus in the midst of full combat is to see a shrieking, limb-lashing monstrosity erupt from the facade of serenity. Once the enemy is slain, a locus will swiftly dress itself in its robes once more and regain its calm composure in an instant.[2b]
Each Locus carries a neurotraumal rod that is no simple staff but instead a complex neurological transmitter crafted for them by their magus and clamavus. It sends out destabilizing frequencies designed to upset synapses and thought waves. When a Magus goes to "negotiate" with a particular powerful enemy such as a cardinal or inquisitor, the loci accompanying it will send out waves of mental disruption that induce brain spasms, migraines, and harrowing visions in its victims.[2b]
When not serving as a guard, a locus acts as its magus's eyes, ears, and blades. The presence of a locus is also able to expand the psychic influence and range of their magus.[2b]
Images
Source
- 1: Warhammer Community: Pre-order Preview: Genestealer Cults (Posted 27/01/2019) (saved archive page, dated 30 October 2019, last accessed 01 May 2022)
- 2: Codex: Genestealer Cults (8th Edition)
- 3: Warhammer Community: Breaking News! New Models, New Expansions and Exclusive Reveals! (Posted 05 Jan 19) (saved archive page, dated 03 March 2020, last accessed 01 May 2022)
| Genestealer Cult Forces | |
|---|---|
| Leadership | Patriarch • Magus • Primus • Abominant • Jackal Alphus |
| Specialists | Biophagus • Clamavus • Kelermorph • Locus • Nexos • Reductus Saboteur • Sanctus • Benefictus |
| Troops | Acolyte Hybrid • Neophyte Hybrid • Metamorph Hybrid • Brood Brother • Purestrain Genestealer • Aberrant • Familiar (Mindwyrm • Soulsight • Alchemicus) • Atalan Jackal |
| Vehicles | Dirtcycle • Wolfquad • Goliath Truck • Goliath Rockgrinder • Achilles Ridgerunner • Chimera • Sentinel • Leman Russ (Eradicator • Exterminator • Vanquisher) |
| Other | Tectonic Fragdrill |
