Cafael
Cafael was a past Master of Artistry for the Blood Angels Chapter.[1]
History
He had served his Chapter for five hundred and ten years, before Cafael was severely wounded in battle. This resulted in the left half of his face, along with his left arm, shoulder and most of his legs, being replaced with Augmetics. Despite this though, they did not seem to take well to Cafael's body as he now walked with an unsteady gait and had a battered appearance. While he could still move fast if need be, Cafael was declared to be no longer fit for combat duty and was given the rank of Master of Artistry. In his new position, Cafael was charged with teaching the Blood Angels' new Neophytes, the Chapter's Five Angelic Graces: Focus, Humility, Mercy, Restraint and the last and greatest of all, Forgiveness.[1]
These direct their passions to the calm practice of the arts, where Cafael taught the Neophytes to master them by creating the beautiful artworks the Blood Angels are known for. Among the Neophytes he taught was a young Luis Dante in 457.M40, which was ninety years after Cafael had suffered in his severe injuries. The initial meeting with the group of Neophytes did not start well, as one named Ristan thought he was a Servitor which greatly angered Cafael. He would move past this, though and explain who he was and what his role as a Master of Artistry was. Hearing this, however, caused another Neophyte named Laziel, to mockingly ask how learning art would help them protect the Imperium. This caused Cafael to quickly move in front of Laziel, who showed no concern and continued to mock the Master of Artistry. Then, in a movement too fast for the group of Neophytes to see, Cafael swung out his arm and easily sent Laziel sprawling to the ground. He then replied[1]:
Do not underestimate me because of my infirmity. I may be half a man, but I am twice the warrior you are.[1]
With that, Cafael helped a chastened Laziel to his feet and called for the Neophytes to gather around him. They quickly did so and from then on, the Neophytes readily listened to the Master of Artistry's teachings.[1]
Sources
- 1: Dante (Novel), Chapter 13
