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The Medusa Schism was during a prolonged period of isolation due to high warp storms from the Rapidity. The largest Hive Cities on Medusa IV declared themselves independent from the Imperium. The planetary forces reacted quickly to suppress the rebels but the rot went much deeper than many thought. It turned out that the rebels were well armed and openly declared themselves the servents of the [[Chaos]] gods. War waged in the streets lasted for weeks and more and more Hives declared themselves for Chaos. Vast areas of agriculture were put to the torch and millions died. Eventually, the desperate astropaths sent calls for aid, although these went unanswered due to the warp storm. Only Medusa V could respond. They bravely set up a militia force of sorts and set off for Medusa IV. The force was made primarily of miners and went to Medusa in commandeered bulk freighters and supply vessels. For two and a half years Medusa V's army kept protected the loyal citizens still loyal from the wrath of Chaos. Eventually however, the damage done was so much extensive that even when the [[Ultramarines]] Second Company managed to arrive, there was little they could do. The Inquisition was dispatched and eventually came to the conclusion that Exterminatus was necessary. With the aid of the [[Administratum]] and [[Cult Mechanicus]], they managed to get open a one week period in which to evacuate as many workers as possible, as to destroy so many . The potential destruction of such a large force of loyalists would create such be a destruction severe blow to the industries of the system as to 's industry, which would be difficult to recovera long time in recovery. Millions escaped while the Medusa V and Ultramarine warriors fought Ultramarines forces acted as a rearguard action , but eventually these were also forced to retreat and the Inquisition, under Inquisitor [[Baptiste]] moved in acted with atmospheric incinerators to make . These caused the atmosphere to boil away, destroying all life. The the heat was such so intense that the cities melted and then the planet glowed for a month. Eventually, those who survived made it to Medusa V and set up new cities having been vetted after being examined by the Inquisiton. They The new citizens were soon integrated into Medusa V and its industries exploded with activity, creating a new golden age.