When a Space Marine falls in battle, that's usually the end of their story—but for Brother-Captain Thorne, death was just the beginning of his transformation into something far more terrifying and magnificent than any mortal warrior. Witness the harrowing account of Enginseer Prime Kaldius Vex as he recounts the moment he helped birth a legend from the broken flesh of a dying hero. In the forge-cathedral of Metalica Tertius, sacred technology and unwavering faith converge to create one of the Imperium's most feared war machines: a Dreadnought. But this isn't just another tale of Imperial engineering—it's an intimate look at what it truly costs to become a walking tomb, a living weapon that bridges the gap between life and death. Through the eyes of the Tech-Priest who performed the sacred rites, experience the weight of responsibility, the horror of necessity, and the awe-inspiring moment when a man transcends mortality to become an eternal guardian of humanity. This is grimdark storytelling at its finest, exploring the personal cost of duty in the grim darkness of the far future. Subscribe for more deep dives into the darkest corners of the 41st millennium, and let me know in the comments what other untold stories from the Imperium you'd like to explore! ⚠️ DISCLAIMERS: 📜 FAIR USE: This video is created under Fair Use for purposes of commentary, criticism, education, and transformative storytelling. All Warhammer 40,000 references are used in a transformative manner with original narrative content. 🎭 FICTION NOTICE: This is a work of fiction. All characters, events, locations, and narratives are entirely fictional and inspired by the Warhammer 40K universe. Any resemblance to real persons, living or dead, or actual events is purely coincidental. This content is not affiliated with or endorsed by Games Workshop. 🔞 CONTENT WARNING: This video contains mature themes including violence, dark themes, and grimdark content suitable for mature audiences.