Barabas Dantioch & Alexis Pollux - Entire Character History - Voice Acted 40k Lore

[@pancreasnowork9939]

Maybe it’s just a me thing, but in 40K last stands always seem to be massive groups of people. Maybe it’s just the nature of the setting as a Wargame, but the first thing I think of is the Fall of Cadia and the Guard going down with it, or the Crimson Fists fighting as one. At least in my reading, rarely do we get something personal, one man throwing himself into the void knowing this is what must be done and he is the only one around to do it. Dantioch gives us just that, and a rare example of genuine friendship between people who by all accounts should hate each other with himself and Alexus to top it all off. Truly, the only thing that shined brighter than his spirit and defiance was not the Pharos, but his Dantiochussy. Shame about the Tyranids coming around cuz of the Pharos too, ain’t it?

[@TheAmberKing]

Why is this so profound and yet haunting? Such bravery....much confusion....

[@august3268]

*cough* Meros *cough*

[@worldeater2414]

Ah, three of my favorite KZbinrs in one place. Perfection

[@mr.raider7865]

no good deed goes unpunished. but yeah that's why I love 30k more

[@patsutherland6853]

I mean, Grimaldus inside the chapel on Helsreach was a fairly small force near the end compared to the entire planets that normally happen to make last stands against tyranids orks or chaos

[@n543576]

"It is time. It is time someone carry YOU now." Fuck dude, what a hell of a line.

[@Ridsssss]

Pollux would be so proud

[@collecter343]

First read about Dantioch in Peturabo's book, read first hand why he was pissed at Perturabo for being needlessly wasteful. First read about Pollux in Rynn's World, read first hand about him being an Imperial Fist. Continued to read. Read how Dantioch was so competent at fortifications he defended a fortress for months on end and proceeded to humiliate countless traitors. Read how Pollux was so competent he nearly broke an entire traitor fleet. Continued to read. They met each other and went from antagonism to a genuine friendship. Their combined effort ensured the continued existence of many loyalists. Dantioch died loyal defying a mad man. Pollux has left a legacy that has created one of the most revered and benevolent chapters of all time. Both are fucking awesome.

[@GeronimoPlaz]

Oh yeah?

[@Jsay18]

"Pollux has left a legacy that has created one of the most revered and benevolent chapters of all time." Depending on what you believe, so did Dantioch. Its theorized that the Silver Skulls are a Chapter made up of his remaining Loyalist Iron Warriors. If not, they probably use their Geneseed atleast.

[@collecter343]

@@Jsay18 Definitely headcanon that the Silver Skulls were actually founded by Loyalist IW, it's just recorded as Ultramarines to smooth things over when people ask.

[@thewerdna]

@@collecter343 this is supported by a short story in which an Inquisitor discovered some secret about the Silver Skulls founding, but since they were a loyal chapter just gave the info to the chapter master and another captain for them to decide. The Skulls were highly disturbed about what they found out and decided the rest of the chapter and the imperium could never know. Being decendants of a traitor legion (even if from loyal members) is probably something that would fit that reaction.

[@glyngreen538]

@@Jsay18 also the 40k Minotaurs chapter are secretly Iron Warriors who stayed loyal during the Heresy. Though in their case I believe it was actually more of a case of a fleet of Iron Warriors crusading at the edge of the galaxy who returned home to find they had missed the several year Heresy.

[@1990loulou]

The ending reminds you that sometimes even the Space Marines are still human and that it's not just the Salamanders that care for humans

[@AQS521]

A lot of space marines care about humans, the stereotype that space marines don’t is blown out of proportion honestly

[@jewelrunner7756]

The ending.. The humanity.. So many moments of Amber Kings work is moving.. That final chapter, after these two brothers were long gone, their successor brothers were so pure still, not to abandon or give up on just one mere family.. Let alone a planet, a nation, a tribe.. Just one family.. It genuinely touched me, hearing that story, in those words, said that way.. Their example lived on past them.. Their legacy was assured in moments like that!!.. I've not read any black library novels yet, but if doing so, i have moments like this waiting for me.. It's something i think i should soon change!!.. 😂😅❤❤❤

[@user-BadUsername]

@@AQS521I guess with the existence of chapters like Malevolent kinda tarnish that view, now that I think of it

[@Ridsssss]

@@AQS521 mostly because one of the most popular chapters is the black templars, and most of them are kinda uncaring for civilians, not to Marines Malevolent levels, but not very nice

[@noirceuillesombre3472]

That last bit about Pedro Cantor and the Crimson Fists, was brilliant. Nicely done! 👊😎

[@l00dak]

indeed, such a masterful touch to end the video and show the legacy of polux, almost made me cry

[@aethertech]

A Tale of a Traitor Redeemed? Dantioch was never a traitor. Dantioch was ever a hero.

[@theprancingrat]

Dantioch did something that is near impossible: make an imperial fist cry. Truly a magnificent moment between those two. To see what could have been between Perturabo and Rogal Dorn through these two is...incredibly touching. Pollux suffered greatly at his brother's lost considering him, a fist, crying then treat someone's corpse with such respect despite the hatred from the horus heresy. Makes me wanna cry alongside Pollux maaan ;-; I'm glad GW allowed these two to be written in this way. I don't know of any other bond between two characters in 40k has touched me in this way. Kharn and Argel Tal come close, but something about two characters that are *meant* to hate, maim, kill, and pass down all of this to their successors after the Heresy becoming friends then brothers is quite wholesome. In a 40k way.

[@YuriDSC]

In my 29 years on this Earth I never imagined I will get teary over a bromance, yet here I am amazed by yet another magnificent work by The Amber King and yet another amazing untold story in a great fictional universe despite how grim and dark. Thank you, good sir.

[@haidilao2589]

I teared up 3 times during WH lore, those are: Rylanors last stand, The glorious tomb and this

[@brado.y.7919]

Dantioch, best of iron warriors, son of Olympia, and honored warsmith. May your name live on as an example of valor for all warriors, your brilliance as a testament to the imperium's wisdom. Requiescat in pace, dear friend.

[@rickconnolly5006]

Iron within

[@brado.y.7919]

@@rickconnolly5006Iron without

[@Dogue83]

Dantioch is a bro but

[@stevepickford3004]

@@rickconnolly5006 there was no iron within anything. That's nothing more than vicious rumours. They were just friends.

[@rickconnolly5006]

@@stevepickford3004 oh grow up you guys we're just battle brothers...

[@willrogers3793]

There’s just something a little bit *extra* cool about Astartes who remained loyal long after their legion has fallen into treachery. I’d heard of Nathaniel Garro and Ancient Rylanor, and now I’ve found Barabus Dantioch. That bit where he managed to save Pollux from Konrad Kurze was genuinely brilliant. 👌

[@dramsac17]

I think the reason that this is probably the best relationship in the WH40K lore is that they both have so much doubt about themselves and so much faith in eachother.

[@roseannabludd4435]

A vox in the void and Rememberancer?! Talk about a star studded cast! I can’t wait to hear the lovely and sad tale of these two!

[@rokelcole8114]

Actually cried from this retelling. This was an absolute masterpiece and thank you Amber King

[@thewayfarer8849]

Dantioch is literally and figuratively more metal than his own Primarch. *Excited Loyalist wheezing*

[@40kbrit47]

Iron within, Iron without.

[@OrcWithBow]

Balls of iorn

[@Staccet]

All the loyalists of the traitor legions are such amazing characters! Tales of shame, betrayal, true brotherhood and loyalty. Then finally achieving personal absolution of their sins at the end and recognition from others of their virtues, of what they all should strive for. Good thing I work alone because I actually cried when listening to this.

[@Toto-95]

The last part really stood out as the Legacy of what Pollux learned from Dantioch. "Cold logic can only take you so far" . How he learned to trust his instinct "to do the right thing". Saving the innocent instead of taking the cold rationnal approach usual to the Astartes. Seems like a fitting descendant of Polux. *I might be reading too much into this though what do you think ?*

[@JudicialBrat]

Thats why the Crimson Fists in 40k are humane as hell. And i love them

[@Toto-95]

@@JudicialBrat never knew about it. Just discovered it in the video. Pretty nice expanded lore

[@aethertech]

Rememberancer, and now Amber King doing Dantioch (and Polux) what a goddamn power couple.

[@TheRemembrancer]

Truly a brilliantly told tale of His Imperium. Well done Brother!

[@KhrisKillerX]

I am unashamed to say this tale and presentation made me weep deeply. Possibly on of your best, King.

[@HandsomeLad69]

I’ve heard about this bromance. Glad Amber King is here to give us the tale.

[@kylea1245]

Pedro is hands down one of the most human astartes. His chapter near extinction and he puts their lives on the line for baseline humans

[@Joviakus]

A proper bromance of epic proporitions, a lesson to men to have friends, a lesson to men to be brothers. You are the company you keep and these two men had the best company and made each other better in every way. Love has no bounds, no limits even rivals can be friends, even enemies can be brothers, even Stone...can hold Iron dear and close.

[@38kreuzk68]

The amount of emotion conveyed through this is incredible

[@thewerdna]

Shame the beacon exploding accidentally signaled the nids. Wonder if that's what Dantioch saw and was like "oh fuck" Also fun fact: the Silver Skulls are heavily implied to actually be Iron Warriors successors, likely founded by the few surviving members of Dantioch's men, but were labeled a Ultramarine successor since they were basically considered honorary Ultramarines at that point.

[@thewayfarer8849]

And the Scythes of the Emperor, it's implied they have Dantioch's helmet as a relic.

[@NeiasaurusCreations]

@niedowład The crazy thing is, this isn't uncommon. There were modern traitors that after 10,000 years, got tired of the alpha legion sh*t towards them, and flipped back to the imperium. That's what makes the iron warriors interesting, because it shows the most genuine promise of redemption, and even sees actual defection and redemption even in 40k. So the silver skulls, could easily be iron warriors or ultramarines who are trained by iron warriors. Both are perfectly viable. Since the geneseed was never the problem. Heck I think if perty was still human and given a chance of redemption he might've taken it too. Since his sons seem to jump at that chance.

[@gideonhorwitz9434]

Now this is a good story how two sons could forge a bond that their fathers could never manage. The image of a imperial fist carrying a iron warrior in his arms just brings me to tears if rogal was more emotionally open and perty less of a prick the two could have created wonders.

[@fredconney2896]

i honestly think the imperial fists and the iron warriors together couldve defended terra from all 16 other legions. they were both the backbones of their respective sides during the heresy. i dont think anyone wouldve overwhelmed them.

[@bobloerakker7010]

And Horus would not have stood a chance.

[@gideonhorwitz9434]

@@fredconney2896 I agree but as a son of the lion I can guarantee the first legion would have found a way.

[@fredconney2896]

@@gideonhorwitz9434 no offense but he couldn't even beat his own legion, doubt he could take on the two best siege legions in a siege lol

[@gideonhorwitz9434]

@@fredconney2896 you just contradicted your stamens brother if dark angels counts defeat other dark angels it’s a testament to their strength and a deadly warning of what the first legion are capable of when untied. you seem confused about the definition of beaten the fallen were scattered and Caliban devolved into a heretical world cracked under the weight of dark angels orbital bombardment.

[@ganay100]

you are simply awsome... man think about it, there are movies that 2hours long... and im watching your work, sitting still, not even teaking a break :D you really know this story telling thing, you are the best int this lore telling genre! awsome! Glory to the Emperor, and to the biggest Loremaster, The Amber King :D

[@serjobsalot8768]

Dammit. I cried a bit there at the end, too. What a wonderful video. The music, the narration, the entire atmosphere. It truly captivates you. What amazing characters Dantioch and Polux are.

[@Rawmel]

Who drew the art of Polux holding a dying Dantioch? EDIT: Found! It's also Thibault Ollier, he just didn't upload it on his socials immediately.

[@Baamthe25th]

It's not the first time I engage with it, but the Rynn's World story always hits so hard

[@ShadowFox178]

These moments of goodwill and compassion shine so bright in 40K because it is such a dark setting.

[@Jelle1880]

Truly the 2 best bros in the entire lore, next to Gav and Bob.

[@NoName-lo9ym]

Another masterpiece. The farewell for Dantioch reminded me of the loss of loved ones, the sentiment conveyed was truly heartfelt. Bravo.

[@darrianweathington1923]

(Alexis gets pulled through the beacon) Konrad: THAT'S ILLEGAL! the ghost of the dead Marines Konrad killed from the shadows: huh?

[@khazngray]

Another banger from the king himself!

[@TheMrt666]

The production quality, the voice acting, the presentation alongside the visuals. It's magnificent and perfectly cemented in a way that makes you unique among the other lore providers of warhammer, continue this trend you've earned a great following with more to come. You are an inspiration to me, truthfully, I can only hope to refine my own presentational skills to a degree similar to yours or the best I can be.

[@cireric00]

Every single one of your videos makes me emotional. This nearly brought me to tears. Easily one of the best stories told by one of the best storytellers

[@fackensac]

Another phenomenal video King! The VA's did an incredible job. My three favorite chapters are Lamenters, Crimson Fists, and salamanders are all some of the kindest of the marine legions and having my favorite Pedro Kantor moment brought to life brought tears to my eyes. Thank you for your work!

[@jasonmyersOU812]

Beautiful work guys. I love the fact that you put all of the information together into a single narrative. Thank you for your time.

[@ericdraven8837]

just yesterday rewatch the "Barabas Dantioch" video from The Rememberance; and today comes this, long live The Amber King

[@TheRemembrancer]

Many thanks for watching Brother. I'm sure this transmission from Amber King will be incredible!

[@brenden1477]

I came here for lore and left with depression, absolutely fantastic story telling mate, never thought w40k would ever give me feels like this hahaha you do it justice for sure.

[@christiancostello3832]

Absolutely riveting. This has to be one of the best stories about the stoically described space marines. On top of that. The unbendable spirit of both the Imperial Fists and Iron Warriors.

[@JanosMorphous]

im not crying i repeat im not crying

[@TheAmberKing]

Let them flow, we do not judge brother.

[@darrianweathington1923]

😭😭😭😭😭 The whole end half was emotional AK, enough to make a man cry at work.

[@darrianweathington1923]

The iron irony! Perty: THE EMPEROR MAKES NO MISTAKES, HE IS PERFECT. (fast forward a few months) Horus: hey bro, dad's a nerd. Petulant man child perty: THE EMPEROR HAS MADE A MISTAKE! HE IS IMPERFECT!

[@TenaciousJ2323]

The vocal performance in this video stirs emotions strongly. Ironic for a video about an Imperial Fist and an Iron Warrior.

[@Abhinav-qt5bv]

I hate that I barely get any time to read these days and 40K lore was definitely high on my list. Thank you for your service, really.

[@JudicialBrat]

Their friendship is so surreal this was very emotional like your others. Nice work

[@Evohunter7]

Damn you AmberKing! Just when i was certain of what I was going to put down on the Heresy table you pull out one of your greatest efforts, and finish finish it with Pollux’s greatest descendant. I love what you do my friend.

[@IudexAlexandyr]

My man not just quoting Joshua Graham, but his best line,imo. I've been thoroughly impressed with your own writing, and apart from the Khan himself, and Kharn, I think this is my favorite tale you have woven. When it's up I will definitely become a patreon. Cheers mate!

[@specialed1420]

Absolutely amazing... great work

[@Wafflemarine22]

Wow this story is amazing to me. As someone whos twin brother had a far better chance to survive at birth then I did. Was larger and stronger, yet I survived and he did not. Life is never fair.

[@logangilstrap6060]

Dope dope dope man. Thank you for making long videos. I can put it on my TV and watch while I work!

[@MrODST57]

That last part where pedro carries the woman...... brought a tear to my eye

[@greyknighthyuga4946]

This is literally the 4th time I've listened to this entry. An amazing story enunciated by an even more amazing story teller. The Emporer would surely name the Remembrancers the Amber Kings after hearing this in homage. Truly magnificent work 👌👌👌

[@kylea1245]

This is one of my favorite of your vids especially for the ending. Pedro is all that a chapter master should be. He is in that sub list of lesser known masters such as TuShan and Jubal/ kayvan

[@JV8116]

Beautifully done, this work moved me deeply.

[@TheAmberKing]

Thank you!

[@lukefishlock2715]

Wow..., truly amazing, I learnt alot and enjoyed the journey, what a story. And you made me tear up twice you S.O.B, a rare feat indeed. Well done 👍🙌

[@jiahuilai608]

A world of grimdark yet you manage to convey such emotion and pull of heartstrings, kudos to you and your team !!

[@paulmuller6069]

Thank for the all the hard work you put into these videos. The Emperor protects.

[@lollypop697]

As always a masterpiece, King.

[@aurelian8297]

love the bit at the end with kantor he's such a giga chad for that

[@mpkisr]

Outstanding piece. I love your work. Thank you again!

[@solidsentinel1285]

I love that Kantor story, the first time I heard it was the first time warhammer made me emotional

[@2rje59]

Woah the end had me nearly at tears, beautiful.

[@lordbloodnut]

man im crying so bad now

[@DINFERI]

I'm still getting into the stories from the books. And listening to these video's is a great joy. Because it shows despite such a bleak universe full of horror and strife. The bond of friendship continues to bloom.

[@Gamesplayed15]

Another master piece. I really like your method of story telling. It's a nice change from the many other wonderful content creators for 40k.

[@outburst1245]

Amazing work. A story a that made you smile of brother and cry tears of sadness.

[@AragornV]

Always gets strangely dusty in my room when I'm watching your videos...Seriously though, you continue to deliver incredible content!

[@thefallenpoptart3103]

Amazing work yet again king! Loved the bit at the end it was that moment with Pedro Kantor that made the crimson fists my favorite chapter

[@Synaesthesie12]

This is just perfect. Especially the last moments of Dantioch. I had goosebumps when I read the book, but this was a completely different level.

[@kortonstillpeak2388]

You were top vid my friend 🍻 Cheers

[@TheAmberKing]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@shadowman2240]

Once again, I watch a new video as it comes out from you and once again, you make me cry. Absolutely amazing! I loved every second of it.

[@johnwinnett9890]

I cryed a little. Wonderful work you have made

[@thefluffles6384]

Dude just wonderful! Wow you sure can deliver seriously how epic I feel as if i could see Olympia in my mind's eye what beauty what wonder, it brings tears to my eyes. Bravo!

[@nilkafi3932]

The "Lagacy" chapter got me in the end. I always liked the Imperial Fists, but never enjoyed their lack of emotion. I'm glad to know that the Crimson Fists do not share that limitation.

[@mrw1783]

This is a massive collab congratulations, I'm looking forward to listening to it.

[@oculus1857]

Two hours of beautiful and epic audio. I thought I knew what it meant to be Iron within. Iron without. Not until now! Thank you

[@corranhuss]

The narration in this is just on another level, having listen to the Heresy books, they pale in comparison. Thank you for your great work in the emperors name.

[@willemtrialmont4241]

By M42 nothing remains of Dantioch, not his story, not even his name, only the mask of "a traitor redeemed" used as a badge of office for the Chapter Master of the Scythes of the Emperor. Damn good video.

[@AnshumanKantiBose]

Silver skulls would disagree

[@gsvw1592]

WE. NEED TO GET THIS CHANNEL IN THE SPOT LIGHT

[@wyoguy9720]

This was another fantastic narrative. So good. Tugging at my heart strings once again.

[@Doosteroni]

Bravo sir! You really are one of the best on this website!

[@Niall001]

Excellent work!

[@jmsimplysuperior.7367]

This destroyed me. Also just reaffirms my love of Ultramar and its sonn

[@botinface53]

This time you realy shad me to tears...

[@chadbasedwick8517]

Soo good.. I hang on every word. I've never even played the game. The lore and the way you present it is masterful. Thank you. Looking forward to your next creation.

[@jxmint4458]

Just in time for my '1 more video before bed' section of my day. Perfection

[@chazlong61]

Anything that includes Pedro Cantor carrying that woman deserves a million upvotes. Grimdark universe, absolutely. But it makes the hope and decency expressed in that moment all the more poignant. What a wonderful channel this is.

[@juniorbabb9671]

This channel gets better evrytime, i even drop some tears

[@omegaprime9727]

Please do Gavriel locken

[@Steezyjo510]

dude these videos are amazing dude. If you could do one of these for kaldor draigo. I know you could really show how honorable and sad his story is

[@jacobzier7353]

I’ve always loved the imperial fists but honestly like always you nailed it! This is my favorite chapter now by far.

[@TheShadowPhantom1]

It never seems to matter whether I am listening idly or intently focused, I can never get enough of these long form explorations of the 40K universe. The depth and breadth of the lore beats always strike a chord, but never more so than when masterfully orated in such a manner. Hearing lines and interactions that I've already absorbed and enjoyed, but reiterated in such a way that they often bring a tear to the eye. I salute you, good sir. You and all of those who aid you in bringing such life to these glorious stories. To add a small detail; the entire story surrounding Alexus Pollux and Barabus Dantioch has to be among my favorite inter-legion brotherhoods. The growth and redemption of the Warsmith Dantioch and the zeal, dedication and softening of Pollux are a welcome warmth amidst the cold, hard truth of a galaxy that knows only war. I can only hope we can continue to explore the vastness of this universe, down to its smallest detail.

[@mattwareing2929]

Another amazing video . Please 🙏 . Don't stop

[@grimmnekrokvlt]

Hands down the greatest Warhammer lore channel out there. Long may it continue.

[@Vulgaels]

The Amber King, the Word Smith. Amazing work!

[@Maidez09]

Amber King and Vox drop the same day. Slaneesh is smiling.

[@captainpuffinpuffinson4769]

two hours of the second best bromanch in 30K!!!! hell ye

[@leviaaron500]

I know this will be great work, as always. Thank you so much for making this!