The Shot That Kills You

A Raptors Short Story


The Raptors prize skilled marksmanship and independent thought – and view the Codex Astartes as a highly effective set of guidelines rather than an absolute doctrine. For one embattled squad, that approach is put to the test...


READ IT BECAUSE

Dive into the action as a depleted squad of Space Marines from the Raptors Chapter fight back against predatory xenos raiding a mist-shrouded agri-world.


THE STORY

Employing the stealth and guerrilla tactics that the Raptors Chapter is known for, Sen Yamata's squad have engaged in a deadly game of cat-and-mouse through the fog of an Imperial agri-world, matching wits and shots against the sadistic drukhari. With his sergeant slain, Yamata assumes command – but if his warriors are to survive, he must remember his fallen leader's teachings, guide by example, and show these wicked xenos that the Adeptus Astartes are more than merely armoured brutes...


Written by William Crowe.