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The leader Traditionally, the House of Blades has always had a single ruler, varying in title and method of succession, from hereditary rites to popular support or treachery. After the Flesh Curse ended the line of Patriarchs, Matriarchs became the house is known as sole rulers. For the past 1,000 years, House Escher has been governed by a [[Matriarch Primus]] – the , or 'Queen of all Escher upon Necromunda''. {{Fn|12c}} Supporting her are the [[Council of Crones]], made up of members from Escher’s most prominent families and powerful individuals. It’s their responsibility to enact the will of the Matriarch Primus and govern the day-to-day running of the clan.{{Fn|11}} Below these House Escher's internal structure revolves around the ancient triumvirate of Maiden, Mother, and Matriarch, representing different aspects of femininity, adapted to their unique culture.{{Fn|12f}} *'''Matriarchs ''' are the wise and gifted leaders, usually the heads of great families. The most notable group within this faction is the [[ShivverCouncil of Crones]], who advise the [[Matriarch Primus]] and oversee House affairs. Prominent members like [[Bethana]] the Bloodied and [[Ashonari Skal]] offer unique insights and information. Despite occasional divisions, the [[Matriarch Primus]]holds the final authority.{{Fn|12f}} *'''Mothers''' work in the clan'sfactories and [[Chymist]] Cults, producing the wealth of House Escher.{{Fn|12f}} *'''Maidens''' are the young, quick, and brave warriors, including [[Wyld Runners]], [[Gang QueenVenom Cat]] handlers, [[Death-maiden]]s, and [[ganger]]s.{{Fn|12f}} Additionally, there are the [[Chemist ClansShivver]]s, wise women who serve discreetly within the clan, often seen as oracles. They provide insights into the future and lay curses, with some hiding in plain sight while others remain hidden. The clan protects Shivvers from external threats, ensuring their safety from those seeking their potential psychic abilities.{{Fn|12b12f}}
*[[Escher Cutter]]
*[[Chymist]]s
*[[Shivver]]s
==Known Products==
*[[Autopistol]]{{Fn|16m}}
*[[Boltgun]][[Needle Rifle|with auxiliary needle rifle]]{{Fn|16e}}
*[[Camoelean Elixir]]
*[[Escher Cutter]]
*[[Khimerix]]
*[[Laspistol]] with duelling grip{{Fn|16m}}
*[[Lasgun]] with extended trigger guard{{Fn|16v}}
*[[Nightshade Chem-Thrower]]{{Fn|16n}}
*[[Plasma Pistol]] 'Vixen' sub-type{{Fn|16k}}
*[[Shotgun]] with semi-grip duelling stock.{{Fn|16m}}
*[[Stiletto knife]]{{Fn|16o}}{{Fn|16p}}
*[[Shock Whip]]{{Fn|16o}}
*[[Chem-synth]]{{Fn|16q}}
*[[Choke Gas Granade]]{{Fn|16r}}
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[[File:Escher Symbol.gif|thumb|222px250px|A tiger's eye and three crossed stilettos: the symbol of House Escher]]
'''House Escher''', known as the '''House of Blades''', is one of the [[Hive City]] [[Clan House|Houses]] of [[Necromunda (planet)|Necromunda]] [[Hive Primus]]. The House is populated almost entirely by females, who are said to look down on and pity all males.{{Fn|1}}
==Overview==
[[Image:EscherArtNew.jpg|thumb|right|220px250px|Escher Ganger{{Fn|1112h}}]]
House Escher is the oldest Clan House upon Necromunda and can even trace their genetic strength back to [[M32]], when legendary warrior women known as [[Blades (Necromunda)|The Blades]] first made their mark upon the planet. In the intervening millennia, they have celebrated many successes and suffered many defeats.{{Fn|12a}}
==Society & Organization==
[[ImageFile:EscherOrgEscherMatriarchFarykariSkal.jpg|thumb|right|220px250px|House Escher OrganizationMatriarch [[Faryrari Skal]]{{Fn|1112g}}]]
Escher society has long since developed to compensate for their imbalanced population (which is no longer seen as a disadvantage), and like all other Houses have a ruling family which, along with close relatives and families in service, dominates the institutions and political life of the House.{{Fn|1}}
===Known sub-factions===
Female refugees from the spire of the Hive such as [["Mad" Donna]] and [[Yolanda Catallus]] are often associated with House Escher, though not exclusively; indeed "Mad" Donna led a gang of Orlocks after drifting away from the Escher gang that took her in, and many also become unaligned bounty hunters.{{Fn|3}}{{Fn|4}}
==TroopsGangs Personnel==
[[Image:Esch1.jpg|thumb|220px]]
Maidens:
*[[Gang Queen]]
*[[Gang Matriarch]]
*[[Gang Sister]]
*[[Little Sister]]
*[[Death-maiden]]s
*[[Wyld Runner]]
*[[Phyrr Cat]]s{{Fn|20e}}
*[[Phelynx]]
*[[Khimerix]]{{Fn|21d}}
Mothers:*[[Chymist]]s Matriarchs:*[[Shivver]]s ====Known Equipment====*[[Autopistol]]{{Fn|16m}}*[[Boltgun]][[Needle Rifle|with auxiliary needle rifle]]{{Fn|16e}}*[[Camoelean Elixir]]*[[Escher Cutter]]*[[Khimerix]]*[[Laspistol]] with duelling grip{{Fn|16m}}*[[Lasgun]] with extended trigger guard{{Fn|16v}}*[[Nightshade Chem-matronThrower]]{{Fn|16n}}*[[Plasma Pistol]] 'Vixen' sub-type{{Fn|16k}}*[[Shotgun]] with semi-grip duelling stock.{{Fn|16m}}*[[Stiletto knife]]{{Fn|16o}}{{Fn|16p}}*[[Shock Whip]]{{Fn|16o}}*[[Chem-synth]]{{Fn|16q}}*[[Choke Gas Granade]]{{Fn|16r}}
==Known Gangs==
*[[Belladonna De'Escher]] — Noble [[Bounty Hunter]] formerly of House Escher.{{Fn|16h}} Daughter of Orlena Escher.{{Fn|9a}}{{Fn|20h}}
*[[Dora the Shade]] — Underhive tracker, formerly of House Escher.{{Fn|16j}}
==Images==
**{{Endn|12d}}: pgs. 26-27
**{{Endn|12e}}: pg. 28
**{{Endn|12f}}: pg. 7
**{{Endn|12g}}: pg. 4
**{{Endn|12h}}: pg. 78
*{{Endn|13}}: [https://www.warhammer-community.com/2020/09/27/sunday-preview-codexes-and-a-king/ Warhammer Community: Sunday Preview Codexes and a King (posted 9/27/2020)] (last accessed 9/28/2020)
*{{Endn|14}}: [[White Dwarf 302 (UK)]], pg. 93 — ''Necromunda: The Iron Lords''