Jormungandr

The forces of Chaos, a twisting and malignant force of unholy power permeating everything. Just like the twisting serpent below the waters of gods, the Jormungandr lie in wait beneath the galactic plane, writhing below the surface only to rise up. Their venomous fangs, thrashing coils and all seeing eyes are an ever present threat the Imperium.

A warband of murderers, schemers, rogues and savages from many Chapters and origins. The Jormungandr are commanded by the greatest abomination of them all, Variel Tycho of the Night Lords Atramentar.

History
The earliest conceptions of the Jormungandr can be traced to the defection of the Shining Blades, a proud and illustrious Chapter hailing from the honoured lineage of the Ultramarines. The Shining Blades were renowned for their strategic genius, conducting many campaigns with utter control over any situation. A level of perfection and mastery was required from every member of the Chapter, in areas from martial prowess to maintenance of their wargear. This unceasing quest for perfection would be their downfall.

During the reign of Master Geln Marandeer, the Shining Blades took upon themselves the task of clearing the swamp word of Nivay 4. For three long, gruelling years the Blades fought, bled and died on a world far from home.