Another Space Marine Chapter may be getting their own codex in the latest rumors going around this morning for everyone’s favorite heroes of the Imperium!
Coming from an industry insider, there are even more rumors swirling around Space Marines. However, this is something really special. A Chapter that’s has never had a codex before could be getting one. Take a look at the latest rumors.
Before we jump in, check out these rumor engines from a previous post and tell us what you think after you read the latest rumors.
Previous Rumor Engines Pointing to Clues
Taking a look at some rumor engines from the past that, while still unconfirmed to be anything specific, still have a high potential to be for the Primaris.
Starting off, this bit looks almost exactly like the hull of the Repulsor. It has sloped angles and definitely has the feel of some kind of hovercraft. Primaris are in dire need of a cheap vehicle that can either transport units or harass vehicles as a “glass cannon”.
Looking at another rumor engine, this looks to be like the business end of a Flamer. However, something about this model just points towards Primaris design. We know it’s way too clean to be anything the Orks would use and has a “size” that looks like it may not even be shoulder-fired. Could this be a turret option that goes to a light Primaris vehicle?
Lastly, we’ve got blips on the radar! Once again, the curved features and crisp controls look like something that the Primaris would have no problem using, but could be anything Imperial.
Space Marine Chapter Codex Rumors: New Book & More Primaris Focus
Disclaimer: Make sure you take this with a pinch of salt for now. The rumors may sound good but until we see hard evidence come from GW, we shouldn’t put all our eggs in one basket.
According to an Industry Insider:
- A Space Marine Chapter that’s never had a codex before will be getting one (similar to the Blood Angels, Space Wolves, etc format).
- The Codex is going to focus on mobile grav/skimmer Primaris units.
Now, when we will start to see more about a codex pop up, we aren’t sure. But hopefully, these rumors will come true. What Chapter do you think could be getting a book? Will we see our first Chapter-exclusive Primaris unit? Speaking of Primaris, with the Primaris’s only way of moving around the table being an overcosted floating school bus, they need more options.
With the rumor engines above showcased, do you think they go to some cheaper Primaris Grav/skimmer? We’ve been hearing rumors here and there about more Primaris units coming for a while now.
Check out more of these past rumors out and tell us what you think.
First Word on Space Marine Bikers
Ishagu posted in the B&C forums in July of 2018
I heard a rumour about Primaris BIKERS this year. They might be released alongside SW.
Of course, this is a bold claim so people started to ask where he got his sources. He said:
My usual sometimes correct info leaker lol
I actually heard this a few weeks ago but didn’t want to make a new topic about it. I thought I’d mention it seeing as the conversation turned to Primaris and potential new units.
All I was told is that a Primaris biker unit would likely be released this year. I wasn’t even given details if it would be jetbikes or not, but I expect so as they have the anti grav thing going on.
More Previous Rumors About Primaris Support
- A close-combat designed Primaris unit with different weapon options. (These could be the Terminators of Primaris units).
- Some kind of Primaris Tank kit with different main turret options. (This could replace the Predator)
- New Fast one-man vehicles similar to Bikes/Land Speeders.
- A Primaris Medium Transport. (something cheap with a decent carrying capacity could work)
- Small Primaris Flyer
Honestly, GW’s primaris releases seem to emulate EXACTLY what they have been doing for their Stormcasts for Age of Sigmar right down to the recent “Vanguard” release. These latest rumors also seem to fit this trend as well.
All in all, rumors are looking to start stacking up against this one thing. Does more Primaris support sound like its right around the corner? Will they be getting a Primaris Grav Rhino/land speeder? What Chapter will be getting Codex support? (Imperial Fists, Ultramarines, Salamanders, etc.) Let us know in the comments of our Facebook Hobby Group.
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