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This makes them experts at getting close to their targets, be they rebellious [[Imperial Governor]]s, corrupt Imperial high officials, heretic prophets, or alien leaders. This allows them to manipulate the enemy's plans and eventually assassinate the main target at the best possible moment. Once the target is eliminated, the Assassin may even replace the victim by assuming his appearance.{{Fn|5}} Polymorphine works better with women, and therefore the vast majority of the temple operatives are female.{{Cite This}}
The traitor [[traitor Primarch]] [[Konrad Curze]], aka "Night Haunter", was assassinated by [[M'Shen]], a Callidus Assassin. However he allowed her intrusion as he wanted to die - to show that his rebellion was justified.{{Fn|6}}
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