Episode 150 - The Tanith First and Only pt 1 - Origin of the Sabbat Crusade, Rise of Ibram Gaunt, and the fall of Tanith
Summary
Hosts John Barsati and Brad Chester begin their coverage of the Sabbat Crusades, detailing the history of Saint Sabbat’s ancient campaign and Lord Militant Slato’s mission to reclaim the Chaos-tainted Sabbat Worlds. They explore the rise of Commissar Ibram Gaunt, from his early career and his duel with his traitorous uncle. The episode covers the brutal Battle of Glacius Decimus and the strategic blood oath sworn to Slato. The discussion highlights the grim reality of Imperial Guard warfare and the pivotal role of Gaunt’s regiment in breaching defenses against Chaos Archon Nazir Bar.
Topics discussed
Sponsor reads for Gruns and Aura
Intro, Patreon, and Edmonton trivia
Edmonton's history of witchcraft and big things
Background on the Sabbat Crusades and Chaos
Lord Solar Macarius and the Sabbat Worlds
Ibram Gaunt's early life and training
Gaunt's father's death and duel with his uncle
The Battle of Bauhaus and Slato's death
Gaunt promoted to Colonel Commissar
The Tanith First and Only regiment
Origin of the name Gaunt's Ghosts
Regimental rivalries and closing thoughts
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