82nd Goliath Armored Regiment

The 82nd Goliath Armored Regiment, as a super-heavy armored unit, operates with a smaller but highly specialized and effective force compared to standard Imperial Guard regiments. Their manpower situation reflects their focus on maintaining and operating super-heavy vehicles like the Baneblade, Shadowsword, and other associated support vehicles.     Current Manpower Overview:   Total Personnel: Approximately 1,200 to 1,500 soldiers, including tank crews, support staff, and command elements.   Tank Crews: Assigned to the operation of their super-heavy tanks. Each Baneblade or equivalent vehicle requires a crew of 10, and with multiple such vehicles in the regiment, a significant portion of the manpower is dedicated to these crews.   Support Staff: Includes engineers, mechanics, tech-priests, and logistics personnel responsible for the maintenance, repair, and supply of the regiment’s vehicles and equipment.   Command and Control: The regiment's command structure includes officers, signalers, and strategists who manage operations, communications, and tactical decisions on the battlefield.   Current Operational Strength:   Vehicles Operational: The regiment maintains several Baneblades, Shadowswords, and other super-heavy tanks. While the exact number can vary based on losses and repairs, they typically field around 12 to 15 super-heavy vehicles at full strength.   Operational Readiness:   High: The 82nd Goliath is considered to be at high operational readiness, with most vehicles combat-ready. However, given the nature of their deployments, they are often engaged in heavy combat, which can strain resources and personnel.

Below is a detailed inventory of the key vehicles, support equipment, and assets available to the entire 82nd Goliath Armored Regiment, including both the 1st and 2nd Battalions. Super-Heavy Tanks Baneblades (Goliath-pattern)   Total Number: 16 Distribution: 8 per battalion Shadowswords   Total Number: 6 Distribution: 3 per battalion Stormswords   Total Number: 7 Distribution: 4 in 1st Battalion, 3 in 2nd Battalion Stormlords   Total Number: 4 Distribution: 2 per battalion Doomhammers   Total Number: 5 Distribution: 2 in 1st Battalion, 3 in 2nd Battalion Support Vehicles Crassus Armored Assault Transports   Total Number: 12 Distribution: 6 per battalion Atlas Recovery Tanks   Total Number: 6 Distribution: 3 per battalion Aquila Landers   Total Number: 3   Tech-Priests and Tech-Adepts
Total Number: 20
Distribution: 10 per battalion, with a central Tech-Priest Dominus overseeing regimental maintenance Command Vehicles   Regimental Command Vehicle: 1 (custom Baneblade)
Battalion Command Vehicles: 2 (1 per battalion, modified Baneblades or Stormlords with enhanced communication and command systems)   Anti air support   Hydra Flak Tanks
Total Number: 6
Distribution: 3 per battalion   Ammunition and Supply   Ammunition Reserves:
High-caliber rounds, plasma charges, melta canisters, and lasgun packs sufficient for sustained operations.   Fuel Reserves:
Promethium stores in armored fuel carriers, enough for prolonged engagements. Spare Parts:
Full range of replacement parts, including tracks, engine components, and weapon systems, stored in mobile workshops.   Logistics and Field Hospitals   Mobile Field Hospitals
Total Number: 4 Distribution: 2 attached to each battalion, with additional support from regimental medicae staff   Logistics Teams   Total Number: 50 personnel (quartermasters, supply clerks, logistics officers) Distribution: Evenly split between the two battalions, with additional personnel in regimental HQ   Summary of Total Equipment   Baneblades: 16
Shadowswords: 6
Stormswords: 7
Stormlords: 4
Doomhammers: 5
Crassus Armored Transports: 12
Atlas Recovery Tanks: 6
Aquila Landers: 3
Hydra Flak Tanks: 6
Tech-Priests and Tech-Adepts: 20
Command Vehicles: 3
Field Hospitals: 4
Logistics Teams: 50 personnel   This inventory reflects the formidable strength and operational capability of the 82nd Goliath Armored Regiment, ensuring they can deliver overwhelming firepower and sustain extended campaigns on any battlefield.

Goliath Cannon
Demolisher Cannon
Twin-linked Heavy Bolters
Lascannons
Autocannon
Volcano Cannon
Hellhammer Cannon
Vulcan Mega-Bolter
Pintle-mounted Heavy Stubber
Magma Cannon
Quad Autocannons
Earthshaker Cannon
Lasguns
Las Pistol
Las Carbine
Bolt Pistols
Power Swords
Chainswords

Super-Heavy Tanks:   Goliath-pattern Baneblade: The primary super-heavy tank of the regiment, equipped with a massive battle cannon, Demolisher cannon, and multiple lascannon and heavy bolter turrets. Its versatility allows it to engage enemy armor, fortifications, and infantry with overwhelming firepower.   Shadowsword: Armed with a Volcano Cannon, the Shadowsword is the regiment's designated Titan-hunter, capable of destroying even the largest war machines with a single, well-placed shot.   Doomhammer: Another siege vehicle, equipped with a Magma Cannon, the Doomhammer excels in breaking through enemy lines and providing close support for advancing forces.   Support Vehicles: Crassus Armored Assault Transport: Heavily armored transports for infantry support, capable of keeping pace with the super-heavy tanks and providing additional firepower.   Atlas Recovery Tanks: Essential for battlefield repairs and recovering damaged super-heavy vehicles, ensuring the regiment remains operational during prolonged engagements.   Aquila Landers: For resupply and rapid deployment of critical personnel or equipment to the battlefield.

Regimental Command:   Commanding Officer Colonel Augustus Varro
Regimental Adjutant Major Lucius Gaius
Chief Vox-Officer Lieutenant Marcus Thorne
Regimental Strategist Captain Aurelia Vendrix   1st Battalion Command:   Battalion Officer Commanding Major Elias Krieger
Battalion XO Captain Rhys Dorn
Battalion Commissar Viktor Karsten
Battalion Tech-Priest Tech-Adept Rho-17    2nd Battalion Command:   Battalion Officer Commanding Major Selene Voss
Battalion XO Captain Andros Volker
Battalion Commissar Elise Tarquin
Battalion Tech-Priest Arturos-11   Support Elements:   Regimental Tech-Priest Dominus Thaddeus-19
Logistics Officer Lieutenant-Commander Elias Lorne
Medical Officer Surgeon-Major Ilya Makarov

Tactics and Doctrine Breakthrough Operations: The 82nd Goliath is often deployed to spearhead assaults, using their super-heavy tanks to punch through enemy lines and create openings for infantry and mechanized forces to exploit.
Siege Warfare: In siege scenarios, the regiment's Stormswords and Doomhammers are used to batter down enemy fortifications, clearing the way for infantry and lighter vehicles to advance.
Titan Hunting: The Shadowswords of the regiment are tasked with engaging and destroying enemy Titans and super-heavy vehicles, using their Volcano Cannons to deliver devastating precision strikes.
Combined Arms: Although primarily an armored unit, the 82nd Goliath coordinates closely with infantry, artillery, and air support to ensure maximum battlefield effectiveness. Their doctrine emphasizes the importance of maintaining momentum and overwhelming the enemy with sustained, coordinated attacks.

Founding and Early Years (M37.648 - M37.800) The 82nd Goliath Armored Regiment was founded in M37.648 on the Forge World Gryphonne IV, a world renowned for its production of some of the Imperium's most advanced and heavily armored vehicles. The regiment was created during the Age of Redemption, a period in Imperial history marked by the reclamation of lost territories and the strengthening of Imperial defenses.   The regiment's early years were spent in rigorous training and honing their skills in armored warfare. The Goliath-pattern Baneblades, designed and produced on Gryphonne IV, became the centerpiece of the regiment's strength. These vehicles, with their enhanced armor and firepower, set the 82nd apart from other armored regiments and quickly earned them a reputation for unmatched battlefield dominance.   Campaigns of the Gothic Sector (M38.112 - M38.300) By the early M38, the 82nd Goliath Armored Regiment had become a key player in several major campaigns, most notably in the Gothic Sector. The Gothic War, a conflict between the Imperium and the forces of Chaos, saw the 82nd deployed to key battlefronts where their super-heavy tanks played a critical role in both defensive and offensive operations.   The regiment was instrumental in the Siege of Gethsemane, where they held off waves of Chaos forces attempting to break through Imperial lines. The Baneblades of the 82nd were used to counter the enemy's armored thrusts, and their Shadowswords became known as "Titan killers" after destroying several Chaos Titans during the conflict.   The Armageddon Wars (M41.941 - M41.945) During the Third War for Armageddon, the 82nd Goliath Armored Regiment was deployed to the hive world of Armageddon, a planet besieged by the Ork Warlord Ghazghkull Thraka. The regiment was assigned to the defense of Hive Helsreach, where they faced relentless Ork assaults.   The 82nd's super-heavy tanks formed the backbone of the Imperial defense, holding key positions against the Ork war machines and breaking their advances time and again. The regiment's Baneblades were particularly effective in urban combat, their massive firepower able to obliterate Ork fortifications and counter the massive Gargants employed by the Orks.   The 82nd suffered significant losses during the war, but their actions were pivotal in preventing the fall of Helsreach. The regiment's contribution to the defense of Armageddon earned them numerous honors and further solidified their reputation as one of the Imperium's premier armored regiments.   The Fall of Gryphonne IV and the 13th Black Crusade (M41.998 - M42.001) In M41.998, disaster struck when the Tyranid Hive Fleet Leviathan overran Gryphonne IV, leading to the loss of the regiment's homeworld. The 82nd, already deployed off-world at the time, was spared from annihilation but left without a home base. This event marked a significant turning point in the regiment's history, as they became a fleet-based force, constantly on the move, and were forced to rely on the goodwill of other Imperial forces for resupply and maintenance.   Despite this loss, the 82nd Goliath Armored Regiment continued to fight valiantly. They were deployed during the 13th Black Crusade, where they took part in the defense of Cadia against the forces of Abaddon the Despoiler. The regiment's Shadowswords played a key role in engaging Chaos Titans and super-heavy vehicles, while their Baneblades provided critical support to the beleaguered Cadian forces.   Current Operations and the Duros IV Campaign (M42.120 - Present) In the wake of the Great Rift and the beginning of the Age of the Dark Imperium, the 82nd Goliath Armored Regiment remains an active and vital force in the Imperium's arsenal. Currently, the regiment is deployed on Duros IV, a war-torn world besieged by Chaos forces under the command of Vaxxos the Deceiver and his warband, the Vengeful Despoilers.   The 82nd has been tasked with spearheading the Imperial defense of the planet, utilizing their super-heavy tanks to break enemy lines, support infantry advances, and hold critical positions against the relentless Chaos assaults. The regiment's presence on Duros IV is seen as a key factor in the ongoing struggle to maintain Imperial control over the planet.   The campaign on Duros IV has been particularly brutal, with the regiment's vehicles and personnel being pushed to their limits. Despite the challenges, the 82nd continues to live up to its legacy, fighting with the same determination and ferocity that has defined them for millennia.   Legacy and Honors Over the centuries, the 82nd Goliath Armored Regiment has earned numerous battle honors and accolades. Their banners are adorned with campaign marks from across the galaxy, each one a testament to their enduring service to the Emperor and the Imperium. The regiment's history is one of resilience, adaptability, and overwhelming force, traits that have made them a feared and respected force on any battlefield.   Despite the loss of their homeworld, the 82nd Goliath Armored Regiment continues to uphold the legacy of Gryphonne IV, carrying forward the traditions of their Forge World and the unyielding might of their armored legions.