Belarius
From Warhammer 40k - Lexicanum
Belarius was the first Chapter Master of the Blood Angels. Taking command of the Legion after the death of Sanguinius during the Battle of Terra, Belarius wielded the Blade Encarmine, the great sword of their Primarch that Sanguinius had previously given him personally.[1]
Canon Conflict
More recent sources state that Raldoron became the first Chapter Master of the Blood Angels following the death of Sanguinius.[2]
Sources
- 1: Bloodquest (Graphic Novel)
- 2: Red Fury (Novel) — Chapter 13