Sadly (although she wasn’t to know), when faye cancelled her profile, all her input was deleted. This is what remains:
We each created some of the background for our ‘own’ Celestians, however rather than our sisters belonging to sub-sects of the order, we won't be making each Celestian as though their followers recruit and operate independantly to each other, because that goes against the fluff. Instead, certain squads or preceptories can (but do not have to) adopt one, two or all the Celestians as 'Patrons' in a similar way to churches do today.
this way, non of the Celestian's that have been created are exclusive to the creator, nor must you feel compelled to build an army to fit your Celestian's back story.
This is what I could recover.
There were 10 original Celestians including Emiline
Named Surviving Sisters:
Maria
Astraea
Carmenta
Silenne
Tabathe
Nastasia
Celestian: Maria
Location: The moon of Penitence a.k.a. "Rapture".
As the life drained slowly from Emiline's Body, It was sister Maria who tended to her grevious injuries. Weither it was Maria's merciful actions or faith alone, that kept Emiline from passing into the darkness, only the emperor knows. In honor of Maria's devotion that holy day, her sisters wear red armour, to symbolise the holy blood that stained Maria's robes.
After the formation of The Order of the Ebon Rose, Maria would take her sisters to the nearist moon of Penitence from which they would keep continuous watch over Planet and its holy shrine.
Notes to remember.
- Defenders and Protectors. Maria's sisters are Penitence's first line of defense aside from planetary guard, against all whom shun the Emperor's light.
- Garrison forces. They First to be called upon when assistance is needed.
- Passing of the torch. New recruits of the holy order MUST pass through the halls of Rapture's sanctuary before reaching full sisterhood. There they will recieve their final training before being sent off to their first taste of actual combat.
Celestian: Silenne “the voice”
Location: Various, though mostly centred in the Eastern Fringe.
Silenne was originally the Canoness’ Equerry tasked with the job of liasing with all the other factions and departments of the Imperium, and often used as an intermediary between the Adepta Sororitas and the enemy. Upon the founding of Ebon Rose, Silenne stepped out from the diplomatic arena on to the battle field, and was the first to leave Penitence to proclaim the works of Emiline. It is her Sisters that have travelled the furthest, and expanded the most.
Notes to remember.
- Orators and Defenders of the Faith. Often thought as outspoken and petulant in their devotion, Silenne’s sisters are often quick to proclaim the word of Emiline’s work in His name. They are often at the forefront of a war of faith shouting Litanies at their unbelieving enemies. Consequently they are natural Orators, versed in arguments and counter arguments of the Imperial. Furthermore, more than one conflict has been resolved without bloodshed thanks to this faction of the order.
Celestian: Tabathe “the passion”
Location: Segmentum Obscurus.
Tabathe was the youngest of the celestian’s and also the most idealistic. A consummate warrior, Tabathe lacked the tact and wisdom of her fellow sister celestians. As the other sisters tended to Emiline’s wounds or stood guard, Tabathe led the final attack on the now broken Heretic followers of Mordant. Feeling that her calling was to face the enemies at the most vulnerable area of His realm, Tabathe travelled to the area surrounding the Eye of Terror
Notes to remember.
- Zealous and Inspirational. They are fiery warriors who are quick to take up arms in His name, their faith in Him has often inspired lesser servants of the Imperium to follow their example.
- Attrition. Due to their fiery nature, and the distance they have travelled to spread the word, Tabathe’s sisters are often the victims of wars of attrition. Consequently, cut off as they are from Penitence, having suffered many unreplaced losses, this part of the order is not very numerous. |