Lore Post - Da Big Klans

 

Da Big Klans.

Inquisitorial General Introduction to Ork Klanz

(Extract from the private instruction of Inquisitor‑Mentor Macharius Thenn to Novitiate‑Probationer Loran Veyl)

The Orkoid klan system is, at first glance, a crude taxonomy — a handful of behavioural archetypes into which their tribes conveniently fall — yet this simplicity is a deception that has cost more Imperial commanders their lives than any xenos cunning. A klan begins as a rigid imprint, a cultural instinct woven into the Ork’s very bio‑psychic substrate, but once a tribe grows beyond a certain threshold, these identities cease to be mere habits and instead become self‑propelling forces. The Klans preferences intensify, its traditions ossify, and its collective momentum begins to warp the behaviour of the entire horde around it. A Waaagh! seeded with too many Goffs becomes a grinding, unstoppable avalanche; one dominated by Evil Sunz mutates into a red‑streaked tempest of reckless velocity; a surge of Deathskulls can turn a stable front into a theatre of inexplicable thefts, sabotage, and battlefield “miracles.” Understand this well, Novitiate: Ork klanz do not merely influence the character of a Waaagh — they can redefine its trajectory, its tempo, and its ultimate scale. Once a klan identity takes on a life of its own, the Waaagh becomes something far more dangerous than a mass of rampaging xenos. It becomes a cultural engine, accelerating toward outcomes no human strategist can reliably predict.

(Recovered from the body of Novitiate Veyl, Tarnis theatre)

HUMIE WROTE TOO MUCH. Klanz iz easy: Sum smash. Sum go fasta. Sum got teef. Sum nick stuff. Sum eat bugs. Sum act sneaky. If ya need more dan dat, you’z da one wot’s thick.

Goffs — Inquisitorial Briefing.

(Instruction of Inquisitor‑Mentor Macharius Thenn to Novitiate‑Probationer Loran Veyl)

If there is a single Klan whose nature encapsulates the raw, unvarnished brutality of the Orkoid species, it is the Goffs. They are the largest, most aggressive, and most uncompromising of all Greenskin subcultures — towering brutes who disdain ornament, subtlety, and anything resembling tactical nuance. To a Goff, war is not merely a means to an end; it is the end itself, the purest expression of Ork existence. Their hordes favour massed infantry, thunderous charges, and the kind of close‑quarters savagery that reduces entire regiments to pulp beneath steel‑shod boots. When Goffs dominate a Waaagh!, its character becomes unmistakable: a grinding, unstoppable tide of bodies and choppas, driven by a cultural momentum that brooks no deviation. Their presence within a warband is not merely influential — it is transformative, dragging the entire horde toward a doctrine of relentless frontal assault. You will learn to recognise the signs early. Novitiate, for once the Goffs take root within a Waaagh!, the conflict ceases to be a campaign and becomes a cataclysm. 

It would be remiss not to acknowledge that the most infamous Ork in the galaxy — Ghazghkull Mag Uruk Thraka — hails from this Klan. His deeds, campaigns, and apocalyptic visions have been covered extensively in prior dossiers, and even the greenest Guardsman recruit can recite the broad strokes of his legend. For our purposes here, understand only this: Ghazghkull is the ultimate expression of the Goff ideal, and his shadow looms over every black‑armoured brute who marches beneath the bull‑horn totem.

(Recovered from the body of Novitiate Veyl, Tarnis theatre)

GOFFS. PFF. BIG, LOUD, BORIN’.

All dey do is shout an’ run in a straight line.

Proper thick‑’eads.

Freebootaz don’t need no klan.

We’z got STYLE, teef, an’ FREEDOM.

Now stop writin’ like a weedy humie

before I nick yer pen.

(Handwriting analysis inconclusive. Ink appears to be a mixture of promethium soot,

fungal residue, and what may be grog. Sample unsuitable for genetic tracing.)

Evil Sunz — Inquisitorial Briefing.

(Instruction of Inquisitor‑Mentor Macharius Thenn to Novitiate‑Probationer Loran Veyl)

If the Goffs embody the brute force of Ork warfare, then the Evil Sunz represent its velocity — a klan whose entire culture is built around the pursuit of speed, noise, and the delirious thrill of mechanised mayhem. Their obsession with motion is not merely behavioural but pathological; Evil Sunz Orks display an almost compulsive need to be in transit, whether astride a warbike, clinging to the side of a Trukk, or simply sprinting in circles while waiting for the engines to warm. Their warbands strike with blistering pace, careening across battlefields in clouds of dust and exhaust, smashing through infantry lines before wheeling away to wreak havoc elsewhere. The klan’s unusually high concentration of Mekboyz ensures a constant supply of ramshackle but terrifyingly fast vehicles, each one modified, over‑tuned, and painted in the klan’s sacred red — a colour they insist makes their machines “go fasta,” a superstition that, disturbingly, appears to have some measurable effect. When Evil Sunz dominate a Waaagh!, the entire horde becomes a storm of engines and flame, its tempo accelerating beyond the capacity of most Imperial forces to counter. Engagements devolve into running battles, ambushes collapse under sudden mechanised charges, and defensive lines are shredded before they can stabilise. You must learn to recognise the rising whine of their engines early, Novitiate, for once the Evil Sunz gather momentum, containment becomes a near‑impossible task.

Though the Evil Sunz boast many notorious Speedbosses, one name warrants brief acknowledgement: Gorgutz ’Ead ’Unter. His career has been documented in prior dossiers, and even the most junior Guardsman can recount the broad strokes of his rampages. For our purposes, understand only that Gorgutz exemplifies the Evil Sunz ideal — relentless, mobile, and violently opportunistic — and that his legacy continues to shape the klan’s reputation across multiple warzones. 

(Recovered from the body of Novitiate Veyl, Tarnis theatre)

EVIL SUNZ? HA! RED‑PAINTED LUNATIKS.

All dey do is shout “GO FASTA!”

an’ den crash into sumfink.

Freebootaz go fast ’cos we WANT to.

Dey go fast ’cos dey’z too dumb to stop.

Now move yer quill, humie.

Dis page is makin’ me itchy.

Blood Axes — Inquisitorial Briefing.

(Instruction of Inquisitor‑Mentor Macharius Thenn to Novitiate‑Probationer Loran Veyl)

Among the bewildering array of Orkoid subcultures, none are so distrusted by their own kind — nor so dangerously underestimated by ours — as the Blood Axes. Unlike the typical Greenskin, these Orks have spent long centuries in close, if acrimonious, contact with the Imperium, and have adopted a number of unsettlingly effective battlefield habits as a result. They trade rather than steal, negotiate rather than bellow, and will even retreat when faced with unfavourable odds — behaviours that other klanz consider outright heretical. Yet these same qualities grant the Blood Axes a level of tactical sophistication rare among their species. Their warbands employ ambushes, feints, staggered advances, and coordinated fire patterns that more closely resemble a professional military than the usual Ork tide. When Blood Axes dominate a Waaagh!, its character shifts dramatically: engagements become unpredictable, enemy lines collapse under sudden infiltration strikes, and entire campaigns are shaped by misdirection and calculated aggression. Do not mistake their camouflage, discipline, or uncharacteristic restraint for weakness, Novitiate. The Blood Axes are every bit as brutal as their cousins — they simply prefer to reach the krumpin’ alive.

Though not exclusively a Blood Axe, the infamous Kommando Boss Snikrot exemplifies the klan’s most terrifying traits taken to their extreme. His deeds in the jungles of Armageddon have been documented extensively, and even the most junior Guardsman knows his name whispered in the dark. For our purposes, understand only this: Snikrot represents the apex of Ork stealth warfare — a killer who moves like a wraith, strikes without warning, and leaves only mutilated corpses as evidence of his passing. His presence within any Blood Axe‑aligned force should be treated as a precursor to sustained infiltration, sabotage, and psychological terror.

(Recovered from the body of Novitiate Veyl, Tarnis theatre)

BLOOD AXES… SNEAKY, SNEAKY GITZ.

Wearin’ camo, marchin’ in lines,

actin’ like humies wiv sticks up dere backsides.

Freebootaz don’t need no “taktiks.”

We just shoot ya, loot ya,

an’ leave before anyone asks questions.

Now stop writin’ about cowards.

It’s makin’ me bored.

Deathskulls — Inquisitorial Briefing.

(Instruction of Inquisitor‑Mentor Macharius Thenn to Novitiate‑Probationer Loran Veyl)

Of all the Orkoid subcultures, the Deathskulls are perhaps the most insidious. Their defining traits — compulsive looting, pathological superstition, and an uncanny knack for battlefield “acquisitions” — make them a persistent threat long after the main Ork force has been driven off. Deathskulls operate with a scavenger’s instinct bordering on the preternatural; they can strip a tank to its chassis in minutes, dismantle a fortification while under fire, or “borrow” an entire artillery piece without the defenders noticing until it is already being turned against them. Their blue warpaint, worn for luck, seems to coincide disturbingly often with improbable survivals and mechanical miracles, suggesting a latent psychic component to their kleptomania. When Deathskulls dominate a Waaagh!, the conflict becomes a theatre of sabotage, jury‑rigged monstrosities, and sudden reversals as stolen materiel is repurposed with alarming speed. You must treat any battlefield touched by them as compromised, Novitiate — for where the Deathskulls roam, nothing remains where it was left.

Though not a Deathskull by strict lineage, the infamous Mad Dok Grotsnik is frequently found among their ranks, drawn by their abundance of “spare parts” and their willingness to tolerate his deranged surgical experiments. His history has been covered extensively in prior dossiers, and even the most junior Guardsman knows to fear the sight of his blood‑slick apron. For our purposes, understand only this: Grotsnik represents the apex of Ork medical insanity — a butcher‑savant whose “patients” rarely consent and never emerge unchanged. Any force operating near a Deathskull‑aligned warband should be alert for his presence, for where Grotsnik walks, mutilation and grotesque augmentation follow.

(Recovered from the body of Novitiate Veyl, Tarnis theatre)

DEATHSKULLZ… THIEVIN’ BLUE‑DAUBED GITZ.

Always nickin’ everyfink wot ain’t nailed down.

An’ even den, dey’ll nick da nails too.

An’ GROTSNIK?

DAT MAD SAWBONES STUCK A NEW ARM ON ME

WHEN I ONLY NEEDED STITCHES!

Didn’t even ask!

Just grabbed me, chopped, glued, an’ laughed.

If I see dat zoggin’ quack again,

I’m takin’ me arm BACK.

Now stop writin’ about klepto‑weirdboyz.

Dey make me skin crawl.

Bad Moons — Inquisitorial Briefing.

(Instruction of Inquisitor‑Mentor Macharius Thenn to Novitiate‑Probationer Loran Veyl)

Among the Orkoid klanz, none flaunt their status with such brazen excess as the Bad Moons. Their teeth grow faster than those of any other Greenskin, granting them a near‑constant influx of the crude currency that underpins Ork society. This biological quirk has elevated them into a merchant caste of sorts — acquisitive, ostentatious, and perpetually surrounded by the finest wargear teef can buy. Their armour gleams with gold plating, their banners bristle with gaudy ornamentation, and their weapons are often kustomised to the point of absurdity. Yet beneath this veneer of wealth lies a dangerous truth: Bad Moons are not merely showmen, but exceptionally well‑armed combatants whose ranged firepower can shred entire formations before the melee is joined. Their warbands favour heavy dakka, elaborate artillery, and mobs of Flash Gitz whose Snazzguns can level a hab‑block in moments. When Bad Moons dominate a Waaagh!, its character shifts toward overwhelming firepower, economic manipulation, and a relentless display of wealth intended to cow rivals and lure ambitious Freebootaz into their orbit. Do not be deceived by their ostentation, Novitiate — beneath the gold and glitter lies the same brutal Ork instinct, sharpened by privilege and armed to the tusks.

Though the Bad Moons boast many wealthy and ostentatious warlords, Nekkruncha warrants brief mention. His assault on the Knight World of Tarnis has been documented in prior dossiers, and even the most junior Guardsman can recount the broad strokes of his campaign. For our purposes, understand only this: Nekkruncha embodies the Bad Moons’ love of overwhelming firepower and excessive war‑engines. His forces fielded Deffkoptas, Deff Dreads, Gorkanauts, Squiggoths, and enough kustomised artillery to level a fortress. He is the Bad Moon ideal writ large — wealthy, heavily armed, and eager to prove his status through spectacular destruction.

(Recovered from the body of Novitiate Veyl, Tarnis theatre)

BAD MOONZ… FLASHY, GOLD‑DRIPPIN’ SHOW‑OFFS.

All dat shiny armour, all dem fancy gunz…

an’ not a lick o’ sense between ’em.

Dey spend teef like water,

den cry when a bigger lad knocks ’em out.

An’ NEKKRUNCHA?

HA! WALKIN’ FORTRESS WIV MORE BLING THAN BRAINS.

Saw ’im once — took ’alf a day to polish ’is zoggin’ Gorkanaut.

Freebootaz don’t need gold.

We take wot we want,

an’ we don’t need to paint ourselves yellow to prove it.

Now stop writin’ about posh gitz.

It’s hurtin’ me eyes.

Snakebites — Inquisitorial Briefing.

(Instruction of Inquisitor‑Mentor Macharius Thenn to Novitiate‑Probationer Loran Veyl)

Of all the Orkoid klanz, the Snakebites remain closest to the species’ primitive origins. They scorn advanced technology, preferring crude weapons, animal hides, and the brutal simplicity of the “old ways.” Their bodies are weather‑beaten, scarred, and toughened by a lifetime of hardship — and by the infamous rite of passage that gives the klan its name. Young Snakebites must provoke a venomous serpent into biting them, then suck out the poison to prove their resilience. This ritual, repeated throughout their lives, grants them a formidable resistance to toxins and a deep affinity for the vicious fauna they breed and carry into battle. Their Runtherdz are unmatched in the raising of Grots, Squigs, and even the colossal Squiggoths that serve as living engines of war. When Snakebites dominate a Waaagh!, the conflict becomes a stampede of beasts and bellowing warriors, a primal onslaught that overwhelms more sophisticated foes through sheer ferocity. Do not mistake their disdain for technology as ignorance, Novitiate — the Snakebites’ savagery is deliberate, honed, and terrifyingly effective.

Though expelled from his own Snakebite tribe, Zodgrod Wortsnagga remains one of the most infamous Runtherdz in Ork history. His exploits have been documented in earlier dossiers, and even the most junior Guardsman has heard rumours of his unnervingly disciplined “Supa‑Runtz.” For our purposes, understand only this: Zodgrod represents a rare and unsettling phenomenon — an Ork who cares for his Grots with fanatical protectiveness, and who has elevated their training to a level that borders on the heretical. His presence within any Snakebite‑aligned force should be treated as a warning that the enemy’s Gretchin may not behave as expected. They may, in fact, behave far too well.

(Recovered from the body of Novitiate Veyl, Tarnis theatre)

SNAKEBITES… MAD, MUD‑ROLLIN’, SQUIG‑SNIFFIN’ SAVAGES.

Bite snakes, suck poison, wear dead animals…

an’ dey call *me* uncivilised.

An’ ZODGROD?

DAT WEIRDO TRIED TO “TRAIN” ME GROTS.

Said dey needed “discipline.”

DEY AIN’T SUPPOSED TO HAVE DISCIPLINE!

Next fing I know,

me runts are marchin’ in lines

an’ refusin’ to fetch me ammo

’cos “it ain’t safe, boss.”

If I see dat beardy git again,

I’m feedin’ ’im to ’is own Supa‑Runtz.

Now stop writin’ about snake‑kissin’ nutters.

Dey give me hives.

Freebooterz — Inquisitorial Briefing.

(Instruction of Inquisitor‑Mentor Macharius Thenn to Novitiate‑Probationer Loran Veyl)

Of all Orkoid subcultures, the Freebooterz are the most unpredictable — and therefore the most dangerous. They exist outside the rigid structures of the major klanz, forming loose, piratical bands of exiles, mercenaries, renegades, and opportunists who owe allegiance to no warboss but the one they choose to follow. Their fleets roam the void in ramshackle kroozers, striking without warning at isolated worlds, merchant convoys, and even military installations when the promise of loot is sufficient. Freebooterz are distinguished by their flamboyant attire, personalised insignia, and a level of individual cunning rarely seen among their more regimented kin. Their warbands often include outcast Meks, Painboyz, Weirdboyz, and even feral Orks drawn to the promise of plunder. When Freebooterz join a Waaagh!, they do so as mercenaries — and their loyalty lasts only as long as the teef flow. A Waaagh! dominated by Freebooterz becomes a chaotic, opportunistic storm of raids, betrayals, and sudden shifts in allegiance. Treat them with extreme caution, Novitiate. Their lack of structure is not a weakness, but a freedom that allows them to strike where least expected.

Kaptin Badrukk, the so‑called “King of the Freebooterz,” is perhaps the most infamous Ork pirate of the current age. His exploits have been documented extensively in prior dossiers, and even the most junior Guardsman can recount the broad strokes of his legend. For our purposes, understand only this: Badrukk is a uniquely dangerous combination of wealth, firepower, and brutal cunning. His Flash Gitz wield weapons capable of levelling fortified positions, and his Kill Kroozer, Da Blacktoof, has left a trail of devastation across multiple sectors. Any sighting of his banners should be treated as a precursor to large‑scale piracy, opportunistic raids, and catastrophic loss of materiel.

(Recovered from the body of Novitiate Veyl, Tarnis theatre)

FREEBOOTAZ… NOW WE’RE TALKIN’.

Proper pirates, proper lootin’, proper fightin’.

None o’ dat klan nonsense.

BUT BADRUKK?

DAT GILDED, GOLD‑GRINNIN’, FLASH‑GIT TRAITOR!

Kicked me off ’is ship, ’e did.

Said I “weren’t stylish enough.”

ME! NOT STYLISH ENOUGH!

Left me floatin’ in a grotty escape pod

wiv nuffin’ but a half‑charged slugga

an’ a crate o’ stale squig jerky.

One day I’m gonna find dat shiny‑teefed git.

An’ when I do?

I’m takin’ ’is hat, ’is ship,

an’ EVERY LAST ONE o’ dem fancy guns.

Now stop writin’ about dat posh pirate.

I’m gettin’ angry again.

…AN’ YOU KNOW WOT?

I’M GLAD I KRUMPED DIS HUMMIE WOT WROTE ALL DIS.

Served ’im right for scribblin’ so much.

Wish I could do it again, too.

Woz funny da first time.

Post‑Action Addendum — Filed by Inquisitor‑Mentor Macharius Thenn.

(For the attention of the Ordo Xenos Training Cohort)

The loss of Novitiate‑Probationer Veyl is regrettable only in the administrative sense. His failure to survive even the most rudimentary field observation exercise demonstrates a profound lack of aptitude, resilience, and basic self‑preservation. I will be submitting a formal request that the Tech‑Priest responsible for his hypno‑indoctrination regimen be reprimanded for gross negligence; no candidate should emerge from conditioning so ill‑prepared for the realities of xenos contact.

Let this serve as a reminder to all trainees: the Ork threat does not forgive incompetence, and neither do I.

(Filed and ratified under the authority of Inquisitor‑Mentor Macharius Thenn)

By my hand and seal, this dossier is hereby concluded. The loss of Novitiate‑Probationer Veyl shall be recorded as a minor administrative inconvenience, and his remains — such as they are — will be repurposed for servitor stock. His failure reflects not upon the Ordo, but upon the inadequacies of those responsible for his conditioning. A formal censure has been issued to the attending Tech‑Priest for producing a candidate of such lamentable fragility.

Let this document stand as both instruction and warning: Ignorance is death. Complacency is treason. The xenos does not forgive error, and neither does the Inquisition.

— Macharius Thenn, Ordo Xenos

Until the next Hunt

Lore Post - Da Odd unz

 

Da Odd Unz.

INQUISITION STORMTROOPER BRIEFING.

Subject: ORK SHOOTA BOYZ

Clearance: Ordo Xenos — Ferrum

Purpose: Provide frontline operatives with identification markers, expected equipment, and engagement protocols for standard Ork ranged infantry.

1. IDENTIFICATION MARKERS.

Shoota Boyz are baseline Ork infantry who favour ranged combat over melee. Expect:

• Height approx. 2 metres, heavily muscled

• Loud, aggressive behaviour; constant firing of weapons

• Crude armour plates, often mismatched or scavenged

• Mob size typically 10–30 Orks, usually led by a Nob

Key Visual Cue: If an Ork is firing a large, automatic weapon with no regard for accuracy, it is likely a Shoota Boy.

2. ROLE & FUNCTION.

Shoota Boyz serve as the primary ranged infantry of Ork warbands. They provide:

• Suppressive fire

• Mob‑driven battlefield momentum

• Screening for heavier Ork units

• Volume‑based firepower rather than precision

They are psychologically conditioned to believe weapons only work if they make enough noise — expect constant, wasteful firing.

3. EXPECTED EQUIPMENT LOADOUT.

Based on current Ork wargear intelligence:

Primary Weapon:

• Shoota — automatic solid‑shot rifle; high rate of fire, low accuracy

Secondary Weapons (occasional):

• Big Shoota — heavy automatic weapon (one per ~10 Orks)

• Rokkit Launcha — crude anti‑armour launcher (one per ~10 Orks)

Explosives (variable):

• Stikkbombs (standard Ork grenades)

• Smokey Stikkbombs (smoke)

• Firey Stikkbombs (incendiary)

• Krak Stikkbombs (anti‑armour)

• Stunbombs (shock effect)

Armour:

• Flak Armour (common)

• Scrap plates scavenged from battlefield debris

• Occasional ’Eavy Armour among veteran Boyz

Other Gear:

• Trophies, glyph plates, crude comms (“Shouty Boxes”)

• Ammo runts or Gretchin assistants (rare)

4. THREAT TO KILL‑TEAMS.

Shoota Boyz are dangerous due to:

• Volume of fire, not accuracy

• Mob mentality — they become more aggressive in groups

• High durability — Orks absorb significant damage before incapacitation

• Nob leadership — increases coordination and morale

Their firepower can pin or overwhelm lightly armoured units.

5. ENGAGEMENT PROTOCOL.

Priority: Low–Medium

Shoota Boyz are not specialists but become lethal in numbers.

Recommended Tactics:

• Engage at long to mid‑range

• Use cover to mitigate volume fire

• Target Nob first to break mob cohesion

• Avoid prolonged firefights; Orks escalate quickly

• Employ precision fire to thin numbers before they close distance

Do Not:

• Allow them to close to melee range

• Underestimate their resilience

• Assume they will retreat — Orks rarely do

6. ESCALATION RISK.

If Shoota Boyz are left unchecked:

• They will saturate kill‑zones with fire

• They will enable heavier Ork units to advance

• They may be reinforced by Slugga Boyz, ’Ardboyz, or Mek‑supported units

• Their presence increases WAAAGH! field intensity, boosting Ork aggression

7. SUMMARY CARD.

Category	Details
Type	Standard Ork ranged infantry
Primary Weapon	Shoota (automatic rifle)
Mob Size	10–30 + Nob
Threat Level	Low–Medium
Strengths	High volume fire, durability, mob aggression
Weaknesses	Poor accuracy, predictable behaviour
Best Response	Long‑range suppression, precision elimination of Nob

INQUISITION STORMTROOPER BRIEFING.

Subject: ORK ’ARDBOYZ

Clearance: Ordo Xenos — Ferrum

Purpose: Provide frontline Tempestus Scions with identification, threat assessment, and engagement protocols for heavily armoured Ork assault infantry.

1. IDENTIFICATION MARKERS

’Ardboyz are veteran Ork infantry equipped with significantly heavier armour than standard Boyz. Expect:

• Bulkier silhouette due to thick scrap‑plate armour

• Armour plates covering chest, shoulders, limbs

• Confident, aggressive posture

• Often positioned at the front of Ork advances

• Mobs of 10–30, usually led by a Nob

Key Visual Cue: If an Ork looks like a walking heap of welded scrap metal and shrugs off small‑arms fire, it is an ’Ardboy.

2. ROLE & FUNCTION.

’Ardboyz serve as heavy assault infantry, fulfilling the same battlefield role as Slugga Boyz but with far greater durability. They:

• Spearhead charges

• Absorb incoming fire for the rest of the mob

• Break defensive lines through brute force

• Maintain pressure under sustained fire

They are typically drawn from Orks who have survived many battles and scavenged enough armour to elevate themselves.

3. EXPECTED EQUIPMENT LOADOUT.

Primary Weapons:

• Slugga & Choppa — common loadout

• Shoota — alternative loadout for ranged‑leaning mobs

Special Weapons (1 per ~10 Orks):

• Big Shoota

• Rokkit Launcha

Explosives:

• Stikkbombs (standard)

• Variants may appear depending on clan access

Armour:

• ’Eavy Armour — thick scrap plates capable of resisting most small‑arms fire

• Often reinforced with scavenged battlefield debris

Other Gear:

• Glyph plates

• Trophies

• Crude comms devices

• Occasional Gretchin assistants

4. THREAT TO KILL‑TEAMS

’Ardboyz are dangerous due to:

• High durability — significantly tougher than standard Boyz

• Aggressive forward momentum

• Mob synergy — they embolden nearby Orks

• Nob leadership — increases discipline and brutality

Their armour allows them to close distance under fire, making them a priority threat in confined or defensive engagements.

5. ENGAGEMENT PROTOCOL.

Priority: Medium–High

More dangerous than standard Boyz due to armour and battlefield role.

Recommended Tactics:

• Engage at long range with high‑penetration weapons

• Use plasma, melta, or armour‑piercing rounds where available

• Target Nob first to disrupt cohesion

• Deploy grenades or flamers to break their advance

• Avoid being overrun; maintain spacing and mobility

Do Not:

• Rely solely on las‑fire to stop them

• Allow them to reach melee range

• Assume their armour is poorly maintained — it is crude but effective

6. ESCALATION RISK.

If ’Ardboyz are left unchecked:

• They will breach defensive lines

• They will create openings for Nobs, Meganobz, or Warbosses

• They will anchor Ork advances and absorb fire meant for specialists

• Their presence increases WAAAGH! field intensity, boosting Ork aggression

7. SUMMARY CARD.

Category	Details
Type	Heavily armoured Ork assault infantry
Primary Weapons	Slugga & Choppa / Shoota
Mob Size	10–30 + Nob
Threat Level	Medium–High
Strengths	Heavy armour, durability, shock assault
Weaknesses	Slow, predictable advance
Best Response	Armour‑piercing fire, eliminate Nob, maintain distance

INQUISITION STORMTROOPER BRIEFING.

Subject: ORK STORMBOYZ

Clearance: Ordo Xenos — Ferrum

Purpose: Equip Tempestus Scions with identification, threat assessment, and engagement protocols for Ork jump‑infantry assault units.

1. IDENTIFICATION MARKERS.

Stormboyz are Ork infantry equipped with crude jump packs, used to launch themselves rapidly into close combat. Expect:

• Orks with large, unstable rocket packs strapped to their backs

• Trails of smoke, fire, and exhaust during movement

• High‑speed aerial or arcing approach vectors

• Mobs of 5–20, often led by a Nob or aspiring Stormboyz officer

Key Visual Cue: If an Ork is screaming through the air with a rocket strapped to him, it is a Stormboy.

2. ROLE & FUNCTION.

Stormboyz serve as shock‑assault jump infantry, used to:

• Close distance rapidly

• Bypass defensive lines

• Strike at elevated or entrenched positions

• Disrupt firing lines and sow confusion

They are unusually disciplined by Ork standards, often drilling and marching in formation before battle

3. EXPECTED EQUIPMENT LOADOUT.

Primary Weapons:

• Slugga — short‑range ballistic pistol

• Choppa — heavy melee blade

Special Weapons (rare):

• Big Shoota (occasionally carried by a supporting Boy)

• Rokkit Launcha (rare; usually too heavy for jump troops)

Explosives:

• Stikkbombs — common among Stormboyz

• Variants possible depending on clan access

Armour:

• Light scrap armour

• Reinforced straps and harnesses for jump pack stability

Jump Pack:

• Rokkit Pack — volatile, prone to misfire, but capable of rapid thrust

• Produces heavy smoke and noise during operation

4. THREAT TO KILL‑TEAMS.

Stormboyz are dangerous due to:

• Rapid approach speed — they can close distance before a squad can reposition

• Unpredictable flight paths

• High melee aggression once they land

• Shock impact — their arrival can break firing discipline

Their jump packs make them difficult to track and engage during approach.

5. ENGAGEMENT PROTOCOL.

Priority: High

Stormboyz can bypass defensive lines and overwhelm isolated units.

Recommended Tactics:

• Engage during ascent or descent, when movement is predictable

• Use flak, autocannon, or high‑rate‑of‑fire weapons

• Maintain elevated overwatch to track aerial movement

• Target Nob to disrupt coordination

• Avoid being caught in confined terrain where they can land directly on top of the squad

Do Not:

• Allow Stormboyz to land within melee range

• Underestimate their discipline — they are more coordinated than typical Orks

• Assume their jump packs will fail; many survive repeated use

6. ESCALATION RISK.

If Stormboyz are left unchecked:

• They will penetrate defensive lines

• They will disrupt command and heavy‑weapon positions

• They may coordinate with Kommandos for multi‑vector assaults

• Their presence increases battlefield chaos and WAAAGH! field intensity

7. SUMMARY CARD.

Category	Details
Type	Ork jump‑infantry shock troops
Primary Weapons	Slugga, Choppa
Mob Size	5–20 + Nob
Threat Level	High
Strengths	Speed, aerial assault, melee aggression
Weaknesses	Volatile jump packs, exposed during flight
Best Response	Engage mid‑air, use high‑rate fire, eliminate Nob

INQUISITION STORMTROOPER BRIEFING.

Subject: ORK KOMMANDOS

Clearance: Ordo Xenos — Ferrum

Purpose: Provide Tempestus Scions with identification, threat assessment, and engagement protocols for Ork infiltration and sabotage units.

1. IDENTIFICATION MARKERS.

Kommandos are Orks who specialise in stealth, infiltration, and ambush tactics — an anomaly among Greenskins. Expect:

• Orks wearing darker, muted colours

• Crude camouflage (mud, soot, foliage, scrap cloth)

• Reduced noise compared to typical Ork behaviour

• Presence in flanking positions, ruins, or elevated terrain

• Small teams of 5–15, often led by a Kommando Nob

Key Visual Cue: If an Ork is trying to be quiet — and succeeding more than expected — it is likely a Kommando.

2. ROLE & FUNCTION.

Kommandos serve as infiltration and sabotage specialists, used to:

• Flank Imperial positions

• Ambush isolated squads

• Disable emplacements or vehicles

• Create confusion before a main Ork assault

• Eliminate sentries and forward observers

They are unusually cunning for Orks, capable of coordinated stealth manoeuvres and timed strikes.

3. EXPECTED EQUIPMENT LOADOUT.

Primary Weapons:

• Slugga — short‑range ballistic pistol

• Choppa — heavy melee blade

Special Weapons:

• Burnas (occasionally carried for sabotage)

• Rokkit Launchas (rare but possible for anti‑vehicle ambushes)

Explosives:

• Stikkbombs — common

• Krak Stikkbombs — used for breaching or vehicle attacks

Armour:

• Light scrap armour

• Camouflage cloth and improvised concealment

Other Gear:

• Grapnels, climbing hooks, crude night‑fighting gear

• Makeshift silencers (ineffective but symbolic)

4. THREAT TO KILL‑TEAMS.

Kommandos are dangerous due to:

• Stealth capability — rare among Orks

• Ambush tactics — they strike from unexpected angles

• High melee aggression once contact is made

• Ability to bypass defensive lines

• Use of explosives for sabotage

They are often the first Orks encountered during a WAAAGH! and may already be in position before a battle begins.

5. ENGAGEMENT PROTOCOL

Priority: High

Kommandos can compromise defensive positions and eliminate key personnel.

Recommended Tactics:

• Maintain 360‑degree security in all environments

• Deploy auspex sweeps and motion sensors

• Use elevated overwatch to counter flanking attempts

• Engage at mid‑range before they close to melee

• Eliminate Kommando Nob to disrupt coordination

Do Not:

• Assume Orks cannot be stealthy

• Leave flanks or rear positions unguarded

• Pursue Kommandos into confined terrain without support

6. ESCALATION RISK.

If Kommandos are left unchecked:

• They will disable heavy weapons or vehicles

• They will eliminate sentries and forward observers

• They will open breaches for main Ork forces

• They may coordinate with Stormboyz for multi‑vector assaults

• They will undermine defensive cohesion before the main attack

7. SUMMARY CARD.

Category	Details
Type	Ork infiltration and sabotage infantry
Primary Weapons	Slugga, Choppa
Mob Size	5–15 + Nob
Threat Level	High
Strengths	Stealth, ambush, sabotage
Weaknesses	Light armour, limited ranged capability
Best Response	Auspex sweeps, overwatch, eliminate Nob

INQUISITION STORMTROOPER BRIEFING.

Subject: ORK WARBIKERS

Clearance: Ordo Xenos — Ferrum

Purpose: Provide Tempestus Scions with identification, threat assessment, and engagement protocols for Ork fast‑attack bike units.

1. IDENTIFICATION MARKERS.

Warbikers are Orks mounted on crude, high‑speed attack bikes. Expect:

• Large, loud, smoke‑belching bikes

• Twin‑linked or dual‑mounted automatic weapons

• Orks wearing goggles, masks, or scrap‑metal faceplates

• High‑speed flanking manoeuvres

• Units of 3–12, often led by a Boss Nob on an upgraded bike

Key Visual Cue: If you hear an engine that sounds like it’s exploding continuously — and it’s getting closer — it’s a Warbiker.

2. ROLE & FUNCTION.

Warbikers serve as fast‑attack shock cavalry, used to:

• Flank Imperial positions

• Harass infantry lines

• Overrun light vehicles

• Deliver rapid melee assaults

• Screen heavier Ork units with dust, smoke, and noise

Their speed and aggression make them one of the most disruptive Ork frontline units.

3. EXPECTED EQUIPMENT LOADOUT.

Primary Weapons:

• Dakkaguns — twin‑linked automatic weapons mounted on the bike

  • High rate of fire

  • Poor accuracy

  • Effective at close to mid‑range

Secondary Weapons:

• Slugga (sidearm)

• Choppa (for melee after dismount or drive‑by attacks)

Explosives:

• Stikkbombs — occasionally carried

• Krak variants for anti‑vehicle harassment

Armour:

• Light scrap armour

• Bike chassis provides partial cover

• Dust and smoke clouds reduce visibility for enemy shooters

Other Gear:

• Crude goggles, masks, glyph plates

• Loudhailers or horns for intimidation

4. THREAT TO KILL‑TEAMS.

Warbikers are dangerous due to:

• High speed — they can close distance before a squad can reposition

• Drive‑by fire from twin‑linked guns

• Shock impact when charging into melee

• Smoke and dust clouds that obscure targeting

• Durability — bikes absorb significant punishment

They excel at disrupting firing lines and isolating squads.

5. ENGAGEMENT PROTOCOL

Priority: High

Warbikers can break formations and overrun light infantry.

Recommended Tactics:

• Engage at mid‑range where their speed is predictable

• Use autocannons, plasma, or concentrated las‑fire

• Target the bike, not the rider — easier to disable

• Maintain tight formation discipline to avoid being isolated

• Deploy heavy weapons to counter their momentum

Do Not:

• Allow them to flank unobserved

• Engage in melee — they excel at close‑quarters shock attacks

• Assume they will break off; Warbikers rarely disengage voluntarily

6. ESCALATION RISK.

If Warbikers are left unchecked:

• They will overrun light infantry

• They will disrupt command and heavy‑weapon positions

• They will screen Ork advances with dust and smoke

• They may coordinate with Stormboyz or Kommandos for multi‑vector assaults

• Their presence increases battlefield chaos and WAAAGH! field intensity

7. SUMMARY CARD.

Category	Details
Type	Ork fast‑attack bike cavalry
Primary Weapons	Dakkaguns (twin‑linked)
Unit Size	3–12 + Nob
Threat Level	High
Strengths	Speed, drive‑by fire, shock assault
Weaknesses	Predictable charge arcs, exposed during turns
Best Response	Mid‑range heavy fire, disable bikes, maintain formation

INQUISITION STORMTROOPER BRIEFING.

Subject: ORK SPEED FREEKS

Clearance: Ordo Xenos — Ferrum

Purpose: Provide Tempestus Scions with identification, threat assessment, and engagement protocols for Ork high‑speed assault mobs.

1. IDENTIFICATION MARKERS.

Speed Freeks are Orks obsessed with speed, engines, and vehicular combat. Expect:

• Large mobs of Orks mounted on bikes, buggies, trukks, or improvised vehicles

• Continuous engine noise, smoke, and exhaust plumes

• Red paint, racing glyphs, and excessive decoration

• Highly aggressive driving patterns

• Units ranging from small biker packs to full mechanised mobs

Key Visual Cue: If the Orks are moving faster than they have any right to — and firing wildly while doing it — they are Speed Freeks.

2. ROLE & FUNCTION.

Speed Freeks serve as fast‑attack shock troops, used to:

• Overrun infantry lines

• Harass flanks and rear positions

• Rapidly redeploy across the battlefield

• Deliver melee units directly into enemy formations

• Disrupt command and heavy‑weapon teams

They are the most mobile Ork infantry‑vehicle hybrid force and thrive in open terrain.

3. EXPECTED EQUIPMENT LOADOUT.

known Speed Freek patterns:

Primary Weapons:

• Dakkaguns (bike‑mounted)

• Twin‑linked shootas (buggies and trukks)

• Big Shootas (common on all vehicles)

Secondary Weapons:

• Slugga

• Choppa

• Drive‑by melee implements (chains, hooks, blades)

Explosives:

• Stikkbombs

• Krak variants for anti‑vehicle strikes

• Improvised explosive devices mounted on vehicles

Vehicles Commonly Present:

• Warbikes

• Warbuggies

• Trukks

• Kustom Boosta‑Blastas (depending on clan)

• Scrapjet‑style ram vehicles

Armour:

• Light scrap armour

• Vehicle plating provides partial protection

• Speed acts as their primary defence

4. THREAT TO KILL‑TEAMS.

Speed Freeks are dangerous due to:

• Extreme mobility — they can reposition faster than most Imperial units

• Drive‑by fire from multiple weapon mounts

• Shock impact when ramming or dismounting for melee

• Ability to isolate squads by cutting them off

• Durability of vehicles compared to infantry

They excel at overwhelming light infantry and disrupting firing lines.

5. ENGAGEMENT PROTOCOL.

Priority: High

Speed Freeks can break formations and overrun positions before reinforcements arrive.

Recommended Tactics:

• Engage at mid‑range with heavy weapons

• Prioritise vehicle destruction to reduce mobility

• Use autocannons, plasma, melta, or krak grenades

• Maintain tight formation discipline to avoid isolation

• Deploy barriers, mines, or obstacles where possible

Do Not:

• Attempt to outrun them

• Engage in melee — they excel at close‑quarters shock attacks

• Allow them to flank unobserved

• Assume their vehicles are unstable — they are crude but effective

6. ESCALATION RISK.

If Speed Freeks are left unchecked:

• They will overrun infantry and light vehicles

• They will disrupt command and heavy‑weapon positions

• They will encircle isolated squads

• They may coordinate with Warbikers, Stormboyz, or Trukk Boyz for multi‑vector assaults

• Their presence dramatically increases WAAAGH! field intensity

7. SUMMARY CARD.

Category	Details
Type	Ork fast‑attack mechanised infantry
Primary Weapons	Dakkaguns, Big Shootas
Unit Size	Variable (bikes, buggies, trukks)
Threat Level	High
Strengths	Speed, firepower, shock assault
Weaknesses	Light armour, predictable charge arcs
Best Response	Mid‑range heavy fire, disable vehicles, maintain formation

INQUISITION STORMTROOPER BRIEFING.

Subject: ORK BURNA BOYZ

Clearance: Ordo Xenos — Ferrum

Purpose: Provide Tempestus Scions with identification, threat assessment, and engagement protocols for Ork flame‑weapon assault infantry.

1. IDENTIFICATION MARKERS.

Burna Boyz are Orks armed with volatile flame‑projectors and cutting torches. Expect:

• Orks carrying large fuel tanks and crude flamers

• Visible hoses, nozzles, and pilot flames

• Heavy smoke, sparks, and fire trails

• Burn‑scarring on armour and skin

• Mobs of 5–15, often operating near Meks

Key Visual Cue: If an Ork is carrying something that looks like a welding torch the size of a child — and it’s on fire — it’s a Burna Boy.

2. ROLE & FUNCTION.

Burna Boyz serve as close‑range assault and breaching specialists, used to:

• Clear trenches, bunkers, and enclosed spaces

• Flush defenders from cover

• Burn through barricades and bulkheads

• Create panic and break firing discipline

• Support Meks in technical operations

They are extremely dangerous in confined terrain.

3. EXPECTED EQUIPMENT LOADOUT.

Primary Weapon:

• Burna — dual‑purpose weapon:

  • Flamer mode: sprays burning promethium

  • Cutter mode: acts as a heavy melee torch

Secondary Weapons:

• None standard; Burna is both ranged and melee

• Some may carry Slugga as backup

Explosives:

• Stikkbombs (common)

• Incendiary variants (unreliable but devastating)

Armour:

• Light scrap armour

• Fire‑resistant rags or plates (crude but functional)

Other Gear:

• Fuel tanks (volatile)

• Welding masks or goggles

• Grot assistants carrying spare fuel (rare)

4. THREAT TO KILL‑TEAMS.

Burna Boyz are dangerous due to:

• High lethality at close range

• Area‑denial capability — flames force repositioning

• Ability to clear cover and fortifications

• Volatile fuel tanks — explosions possible when hit

• Psychological impact — fire causes panic and disarray

They are one of the most dangerous Ork infantry types in enclosed environments.

5. ENGAGEMENT PROTOCOL.

Priority: High

Burna Boyz can wipe out entire squads if allowed to close distance.

Recommended Tactics:

• Engage at long range — Burnas are short‑range only

• Use precision fire to detonate fuel tanks

• Maintain open terrain where flames are less effective

• Deploy suppression to prevent them advancing

• Eliminate Mek handlers if present

Do Not:

• Fight them in confined spaces

• Allow them to reach flamer range

• Cluster together — Burnas punish grouped targets

• Assume their fuel tanks are stable

6. ESCALATION RISK.

If Burna Boyz are left unchecked:

• They will clear trenches, bunkers, and defensive positions

• They will cause mass casualties in enclosed terrain

• They may support Meks in breaching operations

• They will disrupt firing lines and force repositioning

• Their flames increase battlefield chaos and WAAAGH! aggression

7. SUMMARY CARD.

Category	Details
Type	Ork flame‑weapon assault infantry
Primary Weapon	Burna (flamer/cutter)
Unit Size	5–15
Threat Level	High
Strengths	Close‑range lethality, area denial, breaching
Weaknesses	Short range, volatile fuel tanks
Best Response	Long‑range fire, detonate tanks, avoid enclosed spaces

INQUISITION STORMTROOPER BRIEFING.

Subject: ORK FLASH GITZ

Clearance: Ordo Xenos — Ferrum

Purpose: Provide Tempestus Scions with identification, threat assessment, and engagement protocols for heavily armed Ork elite shooters.

1. IDENTIFICATION MARKERS.

Flash Gitz are wealthy, ostentatious Ork mercenaries obsessed with flashy gear and excessive firepower. Expect:

• Orks wearing extravagant, over‑decorated armour

• Gold, trophies, glyphs, and gaudy colours

• Oversized, heavily customised guns (“Snazzguns”)

• Loud, boastful behaviour

• Units of 5–10, often accompanied by a Kaptin

Key Visual Cue: If an Ork looks like he’s trying to show off — and carrying a gun the size of a small child — it’s a Flash Git.

2. ROLE & FUNCTION.

Flash Gitz serve as elite ranged infantry, used to:

• Deliver high‑volume, high‑calibre fire

• Punch through heavy infantry

• Provide mid‑range fire support

• Intimidate foes with noise and spectacle

• Act as mercenaries for wealthy Warbosses

They are unpredictable but extremely dangerous when their guns are working properly.

3. EXPECTED EQUIPMENT LOADOUT.

Primary Weapon:

• Snazzgun — heavily customised, high‑calibre ranged weapon

  • Unstable rate of fire

  • High penetration

  • Loud, inaccurate, devastating

Secondary Weapons:

• Choppa (ornate, oversized)

• Slugga (decorated, unreliable)

Explosives:

• Stikkbombs (common)

• Flashy variants (unreliable but spectacular)

Armour:

• Heavy scrap armour

• Decorative plates and trophies

• Often reinforced with looted gear

Other Gear:

• Ammo runts

• Grot assistants

• Trinkets, charms, and trophies

4. THREAT TO KILL‑TEAMS.

Flash Gitz are dangerous due to:

• High‑calibre firepower — Snazzguns can shred armour

• Unpredictable rate of fire — bursts can overwhelm cover

• Durability — heavier armour than standard Boyz

• Aggressive swagger — they push forward while firing

• Mob synergy — they fight harder when showing off

Their firepower can devastate squads caught in the open.

5. ENGAGEMENT PROTOCOL.

Priority: High

Flash Gitz can inflict severe casualties if allowed to fire freely.

Recommended Tactics:

• Engage at long range to avoid Snazzgun bursts

• Use precision fire to eliminate them before they close

• Target ammo runts to reduce sustained fire

• Maintain cover discipline

• Deploy suppression to break their firing rhythm

Do Not:

• Engage in prolonged firefights

• Underestimate their armour

• Assume their guns will malfunction — many work far too well

• Allow them to dictate engagement distance

6. ESCALATION RISK.

If Flash Gitz are left unchecked:

• They will tear through infantry and light vehicles

• They will suppress firing lines with overwhelming noise and fire

• They may coordinate with Nobz or Warbikers for combined assaults

• Their presence boosts Ork morale and WAAAGH! intensity

7. SUMMARY CARD.

Category	Details
Type	Ork elite ranged infantry
Primary Weapon	Snazzgun
Unit Size	5–10 + Kaptin
Threat Level	High
Strengths	Heavy firepower, durability, intimidation
Weaknesses	Unpredictable accuracy, short–mid range focus
Best Response	Long‑range precision fire, eliminate early

INQUISITION STORMTROOPER BRIEFING.

Subject: ORK NOBZ

Clearance: Ordo Xenos — Ferrum

Purpose: Equip Tempestus Scions with identification, threat assessment, and engagement protocols for elite Ork heavy infantry and mob leaders.

1. IDENTIFICATION MARKERS.

Nobz are the largest, strongest, and most aggressive Orks short of Warbosses. Expect:

• Height and mass significantly greater than standard Boyz

• Heavy muscle density and thickened bone structure

• Distinctive armour, trophies, and glyphs denoting status

• Loud, domineering behaviour

• Often leading mobs of Boyz, ’Ardboyz, or specialists

Key Visual Cue: If an Ork looks like he could pick up another Ork and use him as a club — it’s a Nob.

2. ROLE & FUNCTION.

Nobz serve as elite assault infantry and battlefield leaders, used to:

• Command Ork mobs through intimidation and violence

• Break enemy lines through brute force

• Anchor Ork assaults with superior strength and resilience

• Act as lieutenants to Warbosses

• Enforce discipline (Ork‑style) within the ranks

They are the backbone of Ork battlefield hierarchy and the most common elite threat encountered by Imperial infantry.

3. EXPECTED EQUIPMENT LOADOUT.

Primary Weapons:

• Big Choppas — oversized melee weapons

• Power Klaws — crude but devastating power‑field gauntlets

• Choppas — standard melee weapons (less common among Nobz)

Ranged Weapons:

• Slugga

• Kombi‑weapons (Shoota/Skorcha or Shoota/Rokkit)

• Twin‑linked shootas (rare)

Explosives:

• Stikkbombs

• Krak variants for anti‑armour strikes

Armour:

• ’Eavy Armour — thick scrap plates

• Additional trophies, glyphs, and reinforced plating

• Some Nobz may have cybork augmentations (Painboy‑installed)

Other Gear:

• Grot assistants

• Ammo runts

• Personal banners or glyph poles

4. THREAT TO KILL‑TEAMS.

Nobz are dangerous due to:

• Extreme melee lethality — especially with Power Klaws

• High durability — significantly tougher than standard Orks

• Leadership role — they enhance mob aggression and cohesion

• Aggressive battlefield presence — they push forward relentlessly

• Ability to absorb heavy fire before going down

A Nob leading a mob dramatically increases its combat effectiveness.

5. ENGAGEMENT PROTOCOL

Priority: Very High

Nobz are one of the most lethal Ork infantry threats short of a Warboss.

Recommended Tactics:

• Engage at long range with high‑penetration weapons

• Use plasma, melta, or concentrated las‑fire

• Prioritise Power Klaw‑armed Nobz

• Break the mob around them to isolate the Nob

• Deploy grenades or flamers to disrupt their advance

Do Not:

• Engage in melee — Nobz will overpower even elite Scions

• Allow them to reach charge distance

• Assume their armour is crude — it is crude and effective

• Ignore a Nob leading a mob; he is the force multiplier

6. ESCALATION RISK.

If Nobz are left unchecked:

• They will break defensive lines

• They will rally Ork mobs and increase their aggression

• They may coordinate with Warbosses or Meganobz

• They will eliminate command elements and heavy‑weapon teams

• Their presence amplifies WAAAGH! field intensity

7. SUMMARY CARD.

Category	Details
Type	Ork elite heavy infantry & mob leaders
Primary Weapons	Big Choppa, Power Klaw, Kombi‑weapons
Unit Size	1–10 (often leading larger mobs)
Threat Level	Very High
Strengths	Melee power, durability, leadership
Weaknesses	Slow, large target profile
Best Response	Long‑range AP fire, isolate and eliminate

WAR BOSS — ORDO XENOS INTELLIGENCE DOSSIER.

A Warboss is the dominant organism within any Ork warband, a towering brute whose authority is enforced through sheer physical supremacy and the instinctive deference of lesser Greenskins. He is not merely a battlefield commander but the living embodiment of Ork aggression, ambition, and momentum; the WAAAGH! itself intensifies around him, amplifying the ferocity and coordination of every Ork under his command. A Warboss typically stands a full head taller than even the largest Nob, clad in layers of scavenged armour, trophies, and crude bionics that reflect both his victories and his personality. His weaponry is oversized, brutal, and often customised by Meks eager to curry favour — power klaws the size of bulkheads, shootas that roar like artillery, and choppas capable of cleaving ceramite. On the battlefield, a Warboss acts as a shock engine, driving directly into the thickest fighting, smashing aside infantry and vehicles alike, and rallying his Boyz through sheer presence. His strategic thinking is crude but effective: overwhelming force, relentless pressure, and the pursuit of ever‑greater foes. The death of a Warboss can collapse a WAAAGH! in moments, but while he lives, he is the single greatest threat an Imperial kill‑team is likely to face — a creature of unstoppable momentum, brutal cunning, and an instinctive understanding of war that borders on genius in its own savage way.

Inquisitorial Addendum — Clearance Ferrum Only.

In the unlikely event that you lay eyes upon a Warboss and somehow retain the presence of mind to report it, you will refrain from attempting anything resembling heroism. Tempestus personnel are reminded that such creatures are far beyond the capabilities of even your better‑trained number, and your continued breathing is of marginal strategic value at best. Should a Warboss be located, you will immediately transmit your findings to the presiding Inquisitor, who will dispatch a kill‑team composed of individuals properly equipped, adequately augmented, and—unlike yourselves—sufficiently important to engage such a foe. Your role in this process is simple: observe, report, and avoid dying so quickly that your data becomes unusable.

BIG MEK — ORDO XENOS INTELLIGENCE DOSSIER.

A Big Mek is the technological lynchpin of any Ork warband, a deranged savant whose crude genius allows the Greenskins to field weapons, vehicles, and wargear far beyond what their brutish culture should logically support. Equal parts engineer, inventor, and pyromaniac, a Big Mek operates at the centre of a whirling storm of sparks, smoke, and half‑functional machinery, surrounded by grots, tools, and volatile contraptions that defy Imperial understanding. His creations range from ramshackle walkers and roaring gun‑wagons to force‑field generators and teleportation rigs that work only because Orks believe they should. On the battlefield, a Big Mek acts as both armourer and artillery, repairing vehicles mid‑charge, unleashing experimental weaponry, and deploying kustom force fields that can turn mobs of Boyz into shock‑resistant juggernauts. Though physically imposing in his own right, his true danger lies in the unpredictable lethality of his inventions; a Big Mek’s workshop is a breeding ground for catastrophic escalation, and his presence within a warband dramatically increases its destructive potential. Eliminating him can cripple Ork logistics, but doing so often requires navigating a labyrinth of unstable machinery, explosive traps, and the Mek’s own gleefully homicidal ingenuity.

Within Orkoid society, the distinction between a Mekboy and a Mekboss is one of scale, authority, and the sheer audacity of their creations. A Mekboy is a naturally occurring Ork engineer, a tinkerer whose instinctive grasp of machinery allows him to maintain weapons, patch vehicles, and produce the endless stream of crude but functional devices that keep a warband moving. A Mekboss, by contrast, is a Mekboy whose talent, ambition, and explosive success rate have elevated him to a position of dominance over other Meks. He commands workshops, dictates the construction of war engines, and often accompanies the Warboss directly, providing battlefield support with kustom force fields, teleport rigs, or experimental weaponry of dubious stability. Where a Mekboy fixes things, a Mekboss builds monstrosities—and the presence of one dramatically increases the technological threat posed by an Ork force.

PAINBOSS — ORDO XENOS INTELLIGENCE DOSSIER.

A Painboss is the apex of Orkoid “medical” practice, a towering butcher‑surgeon whose crude expertise in biology, surgery, and cybernetic augmentation makes him one of the most dangerous non‑combatants in any warband. Equal parts doctor, torturer, and enthusiastic vivisectionist, a Painboss presides over mobs of Painboyz and orderlies, directing their efforts with a mixture of bellowed commands and gleeful experimentation. His workshop is a charnel house of bone saws, grafting rigs, and half‑successful cybork conversions, each one a testament to the Orks’ instinctive understanding of flesh and metal. On the battlefield, a Painboss acts as both battlefield medic and force multiplier, dragging wounded Nobz back into the fight, bolting on improvised limbs, and administering “treatments” that often leave the patient more dangerous than before. His presence dramatically increases the resilience of Ork mobs, and his ability to create cybork elites or resurrect near‑dead warriors makes him a strategic threat far beyond his personal combat ability. Eliminating a Painboss can cripple Ork regeneration and morale, but doing so requires navigating a haze of pain‑stim fumes, frenzied orderlies, and the Painboss’s own enthusiastic willingness to test his latest surgical improvements on any nearby foe.

While all Ork medics share the same instinctive grasp of crude surgery, the difference between a Painboy and a Painboss is one of authority, ambition, and the scale of their butchery. A Painboy is a battlefield sawbones, patching up Boyz with staples, squig‑salves, and whatever metal happens to be lying around; dangerous, certainly, but ultimately a technician. A Painboss, however, is a master of the craft — a surgeon‑warlord who commands multiple Painboyz, oversees cybork augmentation programs, and performs large‑scale “improvements” on Nobz and Warbosses alike. Where a Painboy keeps Orks fighting, a Painboss rebuilds them, often into something far more lethal than they were before. His presence indicates a warband with both the resources and the brutality to sustain prolonged conflict.

Inquisitorial Addendum — Clearance Ferrum Only

It should be noted, for the benefit of Tempestus personnel who persist in underestimating Ork “medical” practitioners, that the most infamous example of a Painboss’s handiwork is the so‑called Mad Dok Grotsnik, whose enthusiastic butchery was directly responsible for the creation of the Ork warlord Ghazghkull Mag Uruk Thraka. What began as a routine cranial excavation somehow resulted in the rise of one of the most destructive xenos commanders in recorded history — a useful reminder that Ork surgery, while crude, is catastrophically effective when applied with sufficient enthusiasm. Should you encounter a Painboss engaged in similar “improvements,” do not assume the subject will remain conveniently dead. Report the activity immediately; the Inquisition has no desire to see another galactic‑scale menace stumble off an operating slab because a stormtrooper thought a half‑dismantled Ork was no longer a threat.

WARPHEAD — ORDO XENOS INTELLIGENCE DOSSIER.

A Warphead is the most dangerously unstable manifestation of Orkoid psychic potential, a Weirdboy whose connection to the empyric energies of the WAAAGH! has swollen far beyond the limits of safety, sanity, or physical containment. These individuals act as living lightning rods for the collective psychic pressure generated by nearby Orks, drawing in raw warp‑energy until their bodies crackle, bulge, and distort under the strain. A Warphead’s presence on the battlefield is heralded by ozone, flickering light, and the spontaneous detonation of nearby objects — or individuals. Their powers are wildly unpredictable: they may unleash arcs of green lightning, teleport mobs across impossible distances, or simply explode in a catastrophic discharge that annihilates friend and foe alike. Despite this volatility, Orks treat Warpheads with a mixture of awe and amusement, often shoving them into the thickest fighting in the hope that something spectacular will happen. From an Imperial perspective, a Warphead represents a severe warp‑contamination hazard, capable of destabilising local reality and triggering uncontrolled psychic events. Eliminating one is a priority, but doing so requires extreme caution; the death of a Warphead can release the very energies he was struggling to contain.

While all Ork Weirdboyz act as conduits for the psychic pressure generated by nearby Greenskins, a Warphead is a Weirdboy who has survived — or at least endured — repeated overcharging, allowing his powers to grow to grotesque proportions. A Weirdboy channels the WAAAGH! with barely controlled instability, often requiring handlers or restraints to prevent premature detonation. A Warphead, by contrast, has embraced the overload, riding the psychic surge with reckless enthusiasm and unleashing effects far beyond the capabilities of a standard Weirdboy. Where a Weirdboy is dangerous, a Warphead is catastrophic — a walking warp‑storm whose powers are as likely to obliterate his own warband as the enemy. Their presence indicates a warband operating at peak WAAAGH! intensity, and their elimination should be prioritised before the battlefield becomes an uncontrolled psychic hazard.

RUNTHERD — ORDO XENOS INTELLIGENCE DOSSIER.

A Runtherd is the Orkoid equivalent of a slave‑master and animal handler, responsible for driving mobs of Grots, Snotlings, and other sub‑Orkoid creatures into something resembling usefulness. Brutal, loud, and perpetually irritated, a Runtherd maintains control through a mixture of threats, beatings, and the liberal application of shock‑prods, grabba‑sticks, and whatever other implements of coercion he has fashioned from scrap. Though physically smaller than Nobz, Runtherds possess a mean streak that far exceeds their size, and their authority over the lesser breeds is absolute; Grots obey them out of sheer terror, and even Snotlings respond to their bellowed commands with frantic, panicked energy. On the battlefield, a Runtherd ensures that ammunition is carried, artillery is loaded, traps are sprung, and disposable bodies are thrown into the line of fire as needed. Their presence is a key indicator of organised Ork logistics, as no warband can maintain its supply chain or artillery without a cadre of terrified Grots being driven forward by a suitably unpleasant overseer.

While Runtherds can be found in any sizeable Ork force, it is worth noting that most—though not all—hail from the Snakebite clan, whose traditionalist culture places great value on the old ways of Orkoid husbandry. Snakebites pride themselves on their ability to raise, break, and weaponise the lesser greenskin breeds, and their Runtherds are particularly notorious for their cruelty, stubbornness, and deep‑rooted belief in “proper Orky discipline.” That said, any Ork with a talent for bullying Grots into obedience may rise to the role, and non‑Snakebite Runtherds are not uncommon in mixed‑clan warbands. The Snakebite association simply reflects a cultural preference, not an absolute rule.

ORK ARTILLERY CREWS — ORDO XENOS INTELLIGENCE DOSSIER.

Ork artillery crews are a chaotic assemblage of Meks, Grot loaders, and assorted hangers‑on who collectively operate the ramshackle but alarmingly destructive guns that form the long‑range backbone of many warbands. These batteries range from crude lobbas and kannons to unstable shock‑attack weapons and improvised siege pieces that defy both logic and safety. The Orks themselves provide the muscle and enthusiasm, hauling ammunition, kicking jammed components back into alignment, and bellowing firing orders that bear only a passing resemblance to coordination. The true labour, however, falls to the terrified Grots who scurry between ammunition piles, loading trays, and firing levers under the threat of immediate violence should they falter. Despite the apparent disorder, Ork artillery is brutally effective: their guns fire with staggering power, and their crews possess an instinctive knack for adjusting aim through trial, error, and gleeful over‑correction. The presence of a functioning artillery line indicates a warband with both the resources and the discipline—Ork discipline, at least—to sustain prolonged bombardment, and their guns can reshape a battlefield long before the Boyz arrive to finish the job.

WORKSHOP MEKS — ORDO XENOS INTELLIGENCE DOSSIER.

Workshop Meks are the industrial heart of any Ork warband, the grease‑stained engineers who toil behind the front lines to keep the Greenskin war machine belching smoke and spitting fire. Operating from sprawling, hazardous workshops filled with half‑assembled engines, sparking generators, and volatile fuel tanks, these Meks spend their days hammering, welding, and improvising repairs with a level of instinctive mechanical intuition that defies rational analysis. Their creations range from ramshackle trukks and roaring warbikes to jury‑rigged weapons platforms and unstable power sources that should not function by any sane standard. Yet function they do — often explosively, but always with enthusiasm. Workshop Meks rarely see frontline combat, but their influence is felt everywhere: they keep vehicles running long past the point of structural failure, churn out ammunition in terrifying quantities, and constantly tinker with new designs that may or may not detonate on activation. A warband with a well‑organised Mek workshop can sustain a campaign far longer than Imperial strategists expect, and the destruction of these facilities is often the key to collapsing Ork momentum.

AMMO GROTS & GROT DOGSBODIES — ORDO XENOS INTELLIGENCE DOSSIER.

Ammo Grots form the lowest rung of Orkoid logistical support, a scurrying mass of terrified, overworked creatures responsible for hauling munitions, fetching spare parts, and generally ensuring that Ork guns continue to roar without interruption. These diminutive xenos are driven relentlessly by Runtherds and Meks alike, forced to carry shells larger than their own bodies, reload artillery under fire, and retrieve misfired ordnance with a level of desperation that borders on suicidal. Their small size, quick reflexes, and overwhelming fear make them surprisingly efficient at navigating the chaotic sprawl of an Ork battlefield, darting between craters and wrecks to deliver ammunition where it is needed most. Though individually insignificant, Ammo Grots are essential to maintaining Ork firepower; without them, even the most enthusiastic gun crews would quickly find themselves out of munitions. Their presence indicates a warband with functioning logistics — crude, brutal, and wildly unsafe, but undeniably effective.

Beyond ammunition duties, Grots serve as the general‑purpose labour force of any Ork encampment, performing every menial task that no self‑respecting Ork would be seen dead doing. These jobs include cleaning workshops, retrieving unstable explosives, testing experimental weapons, carrying messages, digging latrines, and acting as unwilling bait for traps, predators, or enemy fire. Grots are bullied into these roles through constant threats, beatings, and the ever‑present risk of being volunteered for “field testing” by an over‑enthusiastic Mek. Despite their miserable existence, they are indispensable to the functioning of Ork society; without their ceaseless toil, the warband’s machinery, camps, and supply lines would collapse into unusable chaos. Their ubiquity and expendability make them the invisible backbone of Ork operations — a fact the Orks themselves remain blissfully unaware of.

Inquisitorial Closing Note — Clearance Ferrum Only

For the avoidance of further embarrassment, Tempestus personnel are reminded that the operation, identification, or attempted “inspection” of Ork heavy engines—such as Gargants, Stompas, Deff Dreads, Morkanauts, Gorkanauts, or any other ambulatory scrap‑heap the xenos consider a vehicle—is strictly prohibited. These monstrosities are to be left to specialists with the appropriate training, armour, and survival prospects, none of which apply to you. Should such a construct appear within your theatre of operations, you will not approach it, you will not attempt to flank it, and you will certainly not attempt to “disable” it with small‑arms fire. Instead, you will report its presence immediately and retreat to a safe distance, allowing those of higher clearance—and considerably greater value—to address the matter. Your continued enthusiasm is noted; your continued existence is optional.

+++ Incoming Addendum: Orkoid Cultural Analysis Pending +++

With the operational hierarchy of the Greenskin war machine now established, further intelligence will be disseminated regarding the major Ork klanz and their distinct behavioural patterns, battlefield tendencies, and cultural eccentricities. Each klan brings its own brand of mayhem to the wider WAAAGH!, and understanding these crude subcultures is essential for predicting their strategic priorities — or as close to “strategy” as the xenos ever manage. Expect a full breakdown of colours, customs, and characteristic lunacy in the next briefing.

Until The next Hunt!!