Adeptus Mechanicus: Belisarius Cawl And 10th Edition Look

With the 10th edition codex launching shortly for Adeptus Mechanicus, Wandering Adventures will look at their main character, Belisarius Cawl.

Belisarius Cawl:

Belisarius Cawl is an Archmagos Dominus of the Adeptus Mechanicus, which is a faction within the Imperium that is responsible for technology and scientific knowledge. Cawl is a highly skilled and ancient tech-priest known for his mastery of technology and cybernetic enhancements. He is particularly associated with the creation and maintenance of the Adeptus Astartes, the genetically enhanced super-soldiers also known as Space Marines.

Primaris Space Marines: One of Cawl's most significant achievements is the creation of the Primaris Space Marines. These are enhanced Space Marines with additional genetic modifications and improved wargear, designed to be more powerful and resilient than their standard counterparts. Cawl secretly developed and stored the Primaris Marines for centuries, unveiling them during the events of the Gathering Storm to reinforce the Imperium.

Resurrection of Roboute Guilliman: Cawl played a crucial role in the resurrection of Roboute Guilliman, the Primarch of the Ultramarines. Guilliman had been mortally wounded, and Cawl used advanced technology and arcane knowledge to revive him. This event has had a profound impact on the Imperium, as Guilliman has since taken a leading role in guiding the Imperium and defending it against various threats.

Age and Longevity: Cawl is an ancient Tech-Priest of the Adeptus Mechanicus, and he has lived for many centuries. His lifespan has been significantly extended through the use of cybernetic enhancements, arcane technologies, and his mastery of biological and mechanical sciences. His exact age is uncertain, but he is one of the oldest and most experienced members of the Adeptus Mechanicus.

Secretive Nature: Cawl is known for being secretive and keeping his actions hidden from many within the Imperium. His creation and storage of the Primaris Space Marines without the knowledge of the wider Imperium, even from many high-ranking officials, is a testament to his clandestine nature.

Cognition and Ambiguity: Cawl possesses an advanced level of cognition and self-awareness. He is capable of independent thought and decision-making, which sets him apart from many other members of the Adeptus Mechanicus who often adhere strictly to their dogma. This cognitive independence has sometimes put him at odds with more conservative elements within the Mechanicus.

The 10th Edition Codex:

Per Goonhammer:

"We think the following are five standout features of this book:

• Detachment abilities to be excited about with multiple playstyles: bring defensive Skitarii with the Skitarii Hunter Cohort, or aggressive Cult Mechanicus with Data-Psalm Conclave
• Changes to datasheets are almost all improvements
• Sydonian Skatros can be a bane to enemy characters with its long range and longer legs
• Cybernetica Datasmith and Kastelan Robot interactions have been massively improved (drop the Infantry keyword and no longer needs a leadership test to change protocols)
• Still the coolest models in all of Warhammer 40,000"