The Bizarre Adventures of the Oil Man, but Starting with Warhammer 32K

That's called just expansion!

While the Death Watch isn't a force directly controlled by the Inquisition, aren't the Grey Knights also?

As long as there was a basis for cooperation, Veritus believed that the Inquisition could gradually infiltrate their influence.

The thought that had arisen had borne tempting fruit. Even though he knew Leon's purpose, Veritus still couldn't refuse.

He tried to remain reserved: "I need to think about the details."

Leon laughed. "Of course, Lord Veritus. After all, the future of the empire is never determined by a single victory or defeat, is it?"

He paused, then added meaningfully.

"As long as you don't forget the promise the Inquisition made to us."

Leon had long expected this reaction from Veritus.

The original Deathwatch certainly wasn't like this.

The original Deathwatch was also formed during the Beast Wars, and in its early days, it achieved a brilliant feat of destroying a Battle Moon as a single kill team. However, in its later development, the Deathwatch struggled due to an imperfect conscription system.

Although they have recruited many tough guys like Titus, more chapters that promised to provide Deathwatch with men only regard Deathwatch as a garbage dump for exiling the aliens.

The Death Watch itself also lacked the means to obtain supplies, and in the end could only scavenge from the aliens and cooperate with the Alien Inquisition to obtain rewards.

At that time, the Death Watch were forced to cooperate with the Inquisition and were completely controlled by others. The relationship between them and the Inquisition was more like a superior-subordinate relationship than cooperation.

Of course, Leon couldn't stand seeing Death Watch like that, so he drastically modified the Death Watch's framework and made Death Watch the foundation of a legion.

——The current empire cannot restore the legion system, but it can create a pocket-sized framework in the name of Death Watch.

Each chapter sent people to become a member of the Deathwatch and accept the unified command of the Deathwatch. This would avoid friction between the various chapters while restoring the glory of a certain period of the Legion.

As for the Tribunal?

This is 32K. The main department of the Inquisition is only the Order of the Hammer. Even the two main branches, the Ordo Malleus and the Ordo Xenos, have not yet been established.

Of course, these two divisions were differentiated during the Beast Wars.

Li Ang believed that the Inquisition already had this idea, but he didn't mind proposing it on the other side's behalf first and using their own ideas as a favor.

The Inquisition is an organization that cannot be overthrown. No matter how many disgusting things they have done, they are the underlying logic that ensures the existence of this empire.

Perhaps the "local forces" he would later establish could keep the Inquisition out, but the Death Watch that would spread across the galaxy would be different from him.

Only by aligning the interests of the Deathwatch and the Inquisition can the framework of the Legion be guaranteed to continue to exist with the Imperium's permission.

And the Inquisition uses this foundation to expand their influence within the Deathwatch?

Li Ang is not worried about this.

The Inquisition had previously owed them a promise, and as long as they agreed in general to the formation of a Death Watch, this promise would be enough to make them make concessions on the details.

The Death Watch will always be led by the Sons of Dorne.

Leon, who has the first-mover advantage due to his relationship with the Sons of Dorne, does not think that the influence of the Inquisition in the Death Watch can surpass that of its "founder".

He had already negotiated with Kurland. When he arrived in Maxim, the remaining veterans of the Second Legion on that planet, led by Adjutant Aibo, would travel to Terra to join the newly formed Death Watch and become its core.

As for the rewards and supplies that the Inquisition used to lure the Death Watch into obeying them, Leon believed that the Forge World he was about to create could solve this problem.

The supplies needed by the Deathwatch and the Jedi Divers could all be connected through him, and his ideas and products would be first implemented in the Deathwatch. As long as this did not change, even if the Deathwatch spread throughout the galaxy, he and the forces he would develop would still occupy an important position in the Deathwatch.

The opposition of the Inquisition was eliminated by Leon. Leon looked at Veritus for the last time, and everything was self-evident.

Veritus no longer thought about rejecting the establishment of Death Watch. His focus was on how to expand the influence of the Inquisition within the framework of Death Watch.

But when he thought that it was Li Ang who proposed this framework, he still felt a little hesitant.

Speaking of which, Leon seemed to know about the existence of the Grey Knights.

This guy...how much does he know?

He was curious, but knew that this was not something to discuss right now.

The Inquisition held a grand banquet, and Wangolichi, who had always supported the final high wall, naturally could not object.

While details were still being worked out, it was unanimously approved that Deathwatch be established.

The formation of Deathwatch also marked the final dismantling of the Wall - at least on the surface.

The various chapters gathered on Terra will soon be dispatched to different star sectors to retake the territories lost to the Orks.

Hayes also promised that he would issue a call to arms to all Space Marine Chapters throughout the Imperium after the final disbanding of the High Wall.

In return for dismantling the final wall, Kurland was appointed commander-in-chief of the call.

He will serve as the commander of this coalition of all the chapters that responded to the call for assistance, and will be responsible for the overall situation of the Beast War until its end.

Although he could only roughly command the Astartes Chapter, this was still a kind of Warmaster.

Most people were satisfied with the result.

When these major issues were successfully concluded, some more detailed discussions were brought to the front. Hayes stood up again and announced the next topic.

"Next, we will discuss the proposal put forward by Chapter Master Kurland to establish a new Chapter of the Imperial Fist lineage."

Armidale, these so-called "Cthonian Veterans" returning from the Heresy have proven their loyalty and worth, and at the behest of the Codex, they should be allowed to form a new Chapter.

Considering their outstanding contribution in the conquest of Terra, this chapter should not even be a ship-based one, but should have a chapter homeworld.

This was a well-deserved reward, and the High Lords were understandably troubled.

"We should reward them. At least this is a civilized world."

Wangerich suggested: "We want the Astartes to see how their loyalty can be rewarded, so that they will serve the Empire without any worries!"

This is not a conventional proposal.

Although some warbands proficient in governance can make the planet prosperous in the subsequent development, only a very small number of warbands will be assigned to a civilized world or even a hive world at the beginning.

Most chapter homeworlds are wild or frontier worlds.

This is because the selection of Space Marines requires a brutal environment, and more importantly, the Empire does not want one chapter to have too many resources - they just need a fixed recruiting ground.

Wangerich wanted to repay the Imperial Fists as much as possible, but his proposal was once again strongly opposed by Veritus.

Chapter 232: Truth Hunter and Monster Hunter.

"You're the Minister of the Interior now. Don't you consider this from the perspective of the Empire's internal affairs? An Astartes homeworld has special tax exemptions. How much will the Empire lose by handing over such a rich and civilized world to the Astartes?"

Although Veritus had conceded on the Death Watch issue, he was wary of the Astartes and would not hesitate to take advantage of them.

"Not to mention that a planetary governor of a wealthy world wouldn't willingly give up their power. Even with special tax exemptions, they would still have to surrender their military power and all their actions would be controlled by a chapter!"

"Isn't it their honor to be chosen as the Chapter's homeworld?"

Wangerlichi sarcastically said, "To you believers, shouldn't this be a miracle of an angel descending?"

"I just hope that the value you envision won't become a scandal where the Chapter must purge the entire planet's hierarchy before taking over a world. By then, I'm afraid no planetary governor would consider it an honor."

The two sides argued again.

Li Ang's attention was not on the two people engaged in verbal battle. His eyes fell on the star map of the empire's territory that was displayed.

The current empire's territory is far less vast than that of later generations.

Although everyone says that the Great Crusade was the most glorious time for the entire empire, in fact, the empire never stopped expanding after the Great Heresy.

As the yellow-skinned man was prayed to become half human and half ghost, the light of the Astronomican grew stronger year by year as his spiritual power grew, and the range of the galaxy that humans could explore also expanded further with the expansion of the Astronomican.

For humanity, the sole galactic overlord, expanding its explorable territory is practically equivalent to expanding its territorial reach. To gain greater profits, expeditions of all sizes are organized almost every year to expand the empire's territory.

This expansion reached its peak with the Macharius Crusade in early M41, but then stagnated, and the Great Rift opened, exposing the Empire's vast and fragile state.

Ironically, the empire, which was only half left, achieved greater administrative efficiency.

If the Empire could have restrained its expansion, perhaps it would not have become so difficult to control, and it would not have been so easily invaded by the orcs like in the Beast Wars because all the troops were far away in the border areas.

But this was impossible for the Empire.

The empire must expand to gain benefits, ease conflicts, and provide more people with the opportunity to rise to the position of "Planetary Governor".

The more it expands, the more bloated and weak it becomes, and the more bloated and weak it becomes, the more it needs to expand.

This is also one aspect of the Dark Empire, the Möbius loop it cannot escape. If anyone asks why the Empire is hopeless, this is one of the answers.

However, the empire's darkness was an opportunity for Leon. He only needed to choose a place close to the current border and start developing it, and it would become a place of great importance in the future.

He ignored the quarrel between Veritus and Wangorichi and took the initiative to click on a place on the Taiping star field on the star map.

"These warriors have long had their eyes on a location for their chapter's home planet. We hope the High Lords' Council will grant their request."

The attention of the two high lords was attracted by Leon's actions.

The Taiping Star Region is on the west side of the empire. It is the smallest of the four major star regions in the empire and the one closest to the edge of the Milky Way.

Compared to the other three star regions, this one seemed too peaceful and too close to the edge of the Astronomican. Whether it was taxation or territorial expansion, the Empire had never invested much energy in this star region.

Li Ang specifically asked for a territory in this star field?

Veritus retrieved the place Leon pointed out and checked the imperial records of the area.

The planet that Leon pointed out didn't even have a name on the Empire's star map, only a number - which meant that the planet was not even within the scope of the Empire's tithe collection.

"SP-4396, a primitive world. Records indicate that a group of human colonists once visited this planet, but the Empire has long since lost contact with them."

While death and taxation are inevitable, there are many insignificant planets within the Empire's borders that have no resources and are unimportant. Even the Empire is unsure if there are still people living on them.

For these worlds that may not even have a population, the black ships that collect tithes are too lazy to make a trip that is likely to be in vain.

...Nothing too special.

Veritus searched around but found nothing amiss. The only thing that concerned him was the nearby star region, perpetually mired in a warp storm and inaccessible to the Empire.

Considering the uncertainty of the warp itself, this type of star field is all too common within the Empire. Unable to discern the truth from this, Veritus could only try to extract some intelligence from Leon.

"I thought you would prefer the Far East Star Region—it's vast and rich in resources, and every expedition of the Empire starts from there."

He wrapped his temptation in a "well-intentioned" reminder that "there, a chapter can easily gain glory and power, and even... get rid of some unnecessary attention."

"The Empire needs not only a sharp sword to expand its territory, but also a strong shield to protect its rear. Countless chapters are embroiled in the flames of war in the Far East, while few Space Marines remain in the Pacific. The long period of peace has left the defenses here lax, and if a crisis breaks out, the Empire will have no buffer."

Leon, anticipating the Inquisition's probing, replied. He gestured to the veterans of the Second Legion behind him. Armidale took a step forward, expressing his resolve to the High Lords.

"We are willing to work in the ordinary and protect the rear of the empire!"

This reason sounds very reasonable and even has a bit of the tragic heroism of a martyr.

Veritus believed they had other reasons. But Leon's planet was truly worthless; not even the Imperial Tax Office bothered to register it. Opposing such a proposal would only make the Inquisition appear unreasonable.

He did not continue to object: "I hope you and your brothers will not let your swords rust because of too much comfort."

Wangorichi naturally wouldn't object. His concerns lay elsewhere: "Sage Leon, this planet is practically barren. Can it support the supply of an entire war group? Not to mention building a fortress and training new soldiers?"

"That's why it's suitable for the Astartes. Building something from scratch is a test in itself. If we can't even conquer a barren planet, how can we conquer the aliens and heretics in the galaxy?"

The High Lords exchanged glances. No one objected.

The value of this planet is so low that even arguing about it seems unnecessary.

Seeing no one objected, Hayes announced, "In that case, SP-4396 in the Pacific Segmentum will be assigned to this new Chapter from today. Amidel, congratulations on your promotion to Chapter Master. May your perseverance bring peace to the Empire."

The next step was to decide on the name of the chapter's emblem. Leon had considered naming them Monster Hunters, but when he thought about the fact that most of the chapter members were Soul Drinkers who hadn't yet become Hunters, he changed his mind.

"Let's call it the Truth Hunter."

This group of warriors pursues the Imperial Truth while hunting monsters and their own treacherous Primarch. It's fitting to combine the two.

As for hunters, their title wasn't awarded lightly. Leon envisioned that after the subsequent regiments' selection ceremony, only the most elite would be eligible to become "Monster Hunters."

Leon used the Monster Hunter guild emblem for the group's logo.

The upper part symbolizes monsters, and the lower part symbolizes the flames and forging tools that distinguish humans from animals, which coincides with Leon's idea of ​​building a forging world.

The left and right represent duty and nature's gift, respectively, a fitting distinction considering these hunters draw their otherworldly powers from a world soul.

No one in the chapter had any objection to this, and Wangorichi, who believed in the imperial truth, was even more satisfied with the name.

With the details of the Chapter's formation concluded, only the mundane matters concerning the situation on Terra itself remained.

These things were meaningless to Leon. He was only an observer and speaker at the meeting, so he left the High Lords' Council and began to calculate the resources at hand.

In addition to dividing the home planet, the High Lords also allocated the gene seeds that the chapter was originally supposed to give. Considering that the new chapter was the "Imperial Fist", the seeds allocated to Leon and his men were also Imperial Fist seeds.

Li Ang was not polite and accepted all the seeds of the Emperor Fist system.