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Part of the '''Cursed''' cursed [[21st founding|21st Founding]], the '''Sons of Antaeus''' have a mysterious existence. It is unknown what exactly went wrong, if anything, in the creation of these mysterious [[Space Marines]].
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==Background==
The only official [[Imperial]] record that lists the '''Sons of Antaeus''' is the ''Chronicals "Chronicles of the Third Inter-Guild War'' " of the [[Inca Sector]] in 850-901.[[M41]]. [[Space Marine Captain|Captain]] [[Rakman]] of the [[Subjugators]] [[chapter]] reported that the Sons of Antaeus showed up unexpectedly and opened a 2nd front forcing the [[Eldar ]] pirates to attempt to redeploy. This resulted in the destruction of the Eldar raiding force.<sup>{{Fn|1</sup> It is reported that they have been seen in action by other reputable [[Imperial]] forces. There are many conflicting stories, but two things remain constant - }}
It is reported that they have been seen in action by other reputable [[Imperial]] forces. There are many conflicting stories, but two things remain constant{{Cite This}}:
*The Sons of Antaeus' livery is grey and black
*They are capable of withstanding damage that would kill any normal Space Marine in seconds. There are many rumors as to why they are so difficult to destroy, ranging from reinforced skeletons to genetic manipulation. At this time, the truth is not known.
==Inspiration==
As with many other [[Space Marine]] chapters, the Sons of Antaeus are inspired by cultural aspects of certain societies, The Sons of Antaeus are inspired by the Greek/Berber mythological figure of [[Wikipedia:Antaeus|Antaeus]], an incredibly strong and near invincible character descended from Gods.
The obvious links with Herculean mythology could hint at a link between the Sons of Antaeus and the [[Ultramarines]] chapter, but there is no official evidence to back up this assumption.
*[[Cursed Founding]]
==Sources==
*<sup>{{Endn|1</sup> }}: [[Chapter Approved 2004]] , ''The Cursed Founding'' by [[Andy Hoare]], [[Graham McNeill]], and [[Phil Kelly]]
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