by Michael Bard In 998.M41 Shakarandras' Pirate Raiders were under pursuit by a Crusade led by the Raven Guard Marine Chapter. Shakarandras would have led the rearguard himself, but his son, Mathadril, who claimed the honour and led the rearguard to delay the Crusade advance forces long enough for the majority of Shakarandras' forces to withdraw through a warp gate before detonating it to cover their retreat. Long range sniping, tank duels, and feints delayed the advance for most of the day and the Raven Guard force was only able to engage Mathadril a few hours before sunset. "…Emperor…"