"NO GOOD DEED" - UNOFFICIAL WARHAMMER 40K AUDIO - LAMENTERS

'NO GOOD DEED'
An unofficial Lamenters tale written by the supremely talented Tod Townsend, author of both 'Choices' and 'Decimation'
Thank you once again for allowing me to adapt your incredible work, I hope I did it justice.
Links to previous collaborations with Tod Townsend:
DECIMATION
• "DECIMATION" - AN IRON...
CHOICES
• "CHOICES" - A BLACK LE...
and links to Tod's AO3 pages
Choices: archiveofourown.org/works/388...
Decimation: archiveofourown.org/works/388...
No Good Deed: archiveofourown.org/works/388...
Decent of the Angel: archiveofourown.org/works/388...
Preysight: archiveofourown.org/works/388...
Cover art by Brad - www.artstation.com/artwork/28...
#warhammerwednesday
#lamenters
#avoxinthevoid

[@tunguskalumberjack9987]

I’m not generally a fan of audiobooks, but occasionally they do have a small role in my life. I subscribed to your channel within the last 2 or 3 months, because I gave one of your readings a quick listen and was impressed enough to subscribe. I figured that there would be a time in the future that I might have need of a good audiobook, and I didn’t want to have to waste time in searching for a good reader if I was in a hurry. I’m a big proponent of being prepared in advance for any situation that may arise, even for the little things. Anyway, this popped up in my suggested feed, and I thought that the thumbnail looked pretty interesting. I decided to listen to it while taking my dog for our morning walk, as the length coincided with the amount of time that we’re usually out. I thoroughly enjoyed your reading of it, and I wanted to say that your voice is just incredible- not just your voice acting, which was also fantastic, but your voice was just so perfect for these characters, especially the lower pitched voice. Really, really impressive, and if you’re always this good, I might just try listening to more audiobooks while I paint, rather than only lore or music. Sorry for such a long comment- I have a very tough time being succinct, but I had to say thank you so much, for your hard work, and for the great video.

[@AVoxintheVoid]

I'm pinning this comment my friend. Thankyou so much for being here and lending me your time. It means a lot to me to receive these messages of support.

[@tunguskalumberjack9987]

@@AVoxintheVoid Hey, thank you- when someone does such a great job, I’m more than happy to tell them so. Enjoy your weekend!

[@dueinuremom5082]

I like how this shows one of the best cures to depression, community. The lamenters are just a chapter full of depressed people keeping each other alive.

[@xavis_dad]

💯 It also reminds me that as a mortal, I can appreciate the transhuman supremacy of Astartes, I'd just rather do it from a distance. This sort of emotional instability is precisely why they are terrifying warp-tainted psychopaths. Dude was literally drowning in the abyss of his millions count war crime memories, and one minute later he's giggling like a toddler running down a hallway, that's too quick a switch up to be considered normal.

[@coliimusic]

​@@xavis_dadReally just shows how much they vary. They can be cheery, dour, calm, violent, and sometimes all of the above in the same mind, just like us, but with far graver consequences than in our world.

[@dauphinkivol5555]

Community AND exercise

[@secretname2670]

@@xavis_dad people aren't exactly defined by all the things they did, all at the same time. Life grows around trauma or happiness in a natural way that allows for a naturally wide range of emotions. I, from time to time can be sad because I've lost an eye, an ear and half of my left leg due to various war-related reasons, but it doesn't stop me from watching videos about cats or learning how to cook. Only one-dimensional people are incapable of escaping few defining traits of their personality.

[@NIL0S]

Keep on keeping on, brothers.

[@-Gilver]

The Lamenters are truly one of the best Astartes Chapters in 40K Because they have something so many other Chapters have either abandoned, forgotten or can no longer understand Humanity

[@AVoxintheVoid]

Well said sir. I think GW have lost sight of this element of the lore as of late

[@Turnil321]

How about the Salamanders? They are nice?

[@-Gilver]

@@Turnil321 the Salamanders are absolutely nice, they've maintain some human nature too

[@Bgh583]

Vulkan and sanqiunoues would have been proud of the lamenters.

[@Dracodomin]

@@Turnil321 Yeah. Salamanders, Space Wolves, and Blue Boys still have some humanity

[@guardsmengunner]

For those we cherish, we die in glory. I don’t care what anyone says, the Lamenters truly are the sons of Sanguinius and the grandsons of the Emperor, after everything they’ve been through they still stand in the way of the ever encroaching darkness.

[@TheAKgunner]

For those we cherish, we die in glory.

[@LanderKoenig]

For those we Cherish, we die in glory!

[@coreystockdale6287]

For those we cherish, we die in glory

[@Winters465]

For those we cherish, we die in glory

[@chubbyninja89]

I agree, they are truly a special chapter. I would dare to say that Sanguinius would be prouder of the Lamenters than even the main Blood Angels chapter and all their successors combined. For they embody what he wanted the Blood Angels to be.

[@RegularDude00]

"He holds me... and i allow myself to be held" probably the most human thing ive ever heard in a 40k context. This was quite poetic and very well done. The lamenters seem to be awesome.

[@nejumeachamp3834]

Mainly just sad

[@man-oy6pl]

It could be said that the lementers are the most human of all the chapters

[@Ahrpigi]

It's one of the most human sentences I've ever read in ANY context. It's so few words, and communicates a mutual trust and brotherly love we would all be so fortunate to find.

[@dolos4301]

I swear, the ending showing their humanity just made me smile like an idiot

[@grimreminder5038]

That Chaplain, any legion should be happy to have someone so worthy of the title. A much needed ally indeed

[@AVoxintheVoid]

Love the way every character is written in this story

[@grimreminder5038]

@@AVoxintheVoid Quite true, they intermingle so flawlessly it's canonical! The lore deserves more Lamenter interactions, possibly with the Celestial Lions or Salamanders as others have said

[@tramico96]

"My good Chaplain..." Keep the flame a light. So our hearts know no sadness. May our souls burn bright and cast away darkness.

[@kashoux]

When GW don't give us new Lamenters lore, amazing fan writing and narration like this keep us fans happy. This can easily be passed off as official work. Awesome work 👍

[@AVoxintheVoid]

Thankyou so much! I'm more than happy to fill that gap.

[@lolwtfbbq111]

Honestly I'm shocked this isn't official

[@bjornpolivka5774]

Honestly most Fan content is better than what GW gives us. Best audios made by fans, best Animations made by fans .This community is amazing.

[@bthsr7113]

@@bjornpolivka5774 Amazing, and unearned by Games Workshop's treatment of them.

[@tedakem1812]

Preach, this is epic

[@connorriggs1518]

Man this story is so good the dialogue for me really shows the difference between those marines who still hold their emotions and those that don’t, the lamenters really are one of the best chapters to write stories about because they are so flawed.

[@AVoxintheVoid]

I have a new found love for the Lamenters since narrating two pieces based around their chapter. They're kind of how I imagined space marines to be in general when I was a young lad. Gallant space knights rather than Stompy Stompy CRUSH THE HERETICS.

[@connorriggs1518]

@@AVoxintheVoid honestly I prefer the gallant space knight theme over the in human warriors . The Lamenters and the Salamanders are for me what the Emperors true vision of what his Space Marines should have been

[@AVoxintheVoid]

@@connorriggs1518 spot on sir

[@__mindflayer__]

The Lamenters aren’t the ones flawed. The rest of the Imperium is. They’ve casted away their humanity to feel superior and they don’t fulfill their true duty. They aren’t the bulwark against the dark like they say in the oath. The Lamenters are the only ones fulfill their promises and duty. Even if it costs them their lives.

[@noahbasara8529]

I’m speechless. From the beginning to the end. I sat in somber silence reflecting on the words spoken. And actions taken. Then cried. Cried as I too felt the agony and sadness. That “Stygian void” as it crept around me. I then felt comfort and pride, and a reminder that I too was not alone; and then found myself grinning and laughing at the end - like a child. From the writing to the narration this was beautiful. Thank you for bringing this to life.

[@TodTownsend40K]

Glad you enjoyed the story to that degree. It was challenging to write at times and I wasn't sure if Vox would be down to narrate it, but everything turned out perfect

[@isawaryokage]

"Last one to the chapel is a mortifactor" so being a sion of guilliman IS a slander amongst the Astertes xD

[@thewolfpoet]

Well, for the Lamenters it's personal...the Mortifactors abandoned them during the Siege of Corillia and so the Lamenters ended up getting shafted even worse then usual. Kudos to the author for doing their research... However, I think it's rather cool and ironic that the Mortifactors are Ultramarines descendents...it just goes to show that even something as 'vanilla' as Bobby G's gene-seed can get interesting and creepy when stuffed into the right people (in this case: literal highly-superstitious cannibals). Both the Mortifactors and Lamenters are neat Chapters for very different reasons - they just have no business sharing the same battlefield

[@__mindflayer__]

@@thewolfpoet Mortifactors don’t DESERVE to share a battle with the Lamenters.

[@chrisroberts7000]

A Lamenter is (momentarily) happy?! Fine work, sir.

[@dualwieldroxas358]

You honor the sons of Sanguinius with this story. The Lamenters are such a unique chapter of space marines. Those with more humanity than most of the Imperium. The courage to fight on, but NEVER forget the death of all those in this endless war. They do not supress or deny it. They embrace it, and serve so those that were lost are never truly gone

[@AVoxintheVoid]

I have a new Lamenters tale coming to the channel soon!

[@josea8702]

A last stand stand story of the lamenters and salamanders would be awesome. One where they are the only ones that respond to the call of a world, where unknown to them death company marines have been deployed. One where confused and battered both chapters refuse to let citizens and their own blood angles cousins die. Then a conversation between donte and Tusan knowing that the salamanders could be trusted with this knowledge. Of all the chapters, the salamanders and lamenters can be true brothers in arms with a damned chapter

[@AVoxintheVoid]

Someone write me this story!

[@sovietdoggo43]

Yes

[@BaranZenon]

@@AVoxintheVoid Actually there is one, a short one. Its called: "For Those We Cherish, We Deserve Hugs" Its about Lamenters at their, as it seemed, final stand against Tyranids, when suddenly they got reinforced by Salamanders.

[@AVoxintheVoid]

@@BaranZenon I'll look into it! Thanks!

[@syndicatefive]

The Lamenters push the example of what the Astarte and Primarchs really are: Humanity turned up to high. This was both the greatest strength and greatest failure of the Emporor's plans. Thank you for the wonderful story, which so well captured this.

[@AveSicarius]

If anything the Emperor was too inhuman to see how human He had made the Primarchs by that point. Had He been a little less of a figurehead, and a little more of a man, things could have gone very differently. The Primarchs fell for human reasons, the Emperor fell because He failed to understand humanity despite wanting to save it so very badly.

[@TheAKgunner]

In spite of his colorful castigations, I do believe that the Chaplain was smiling and laughing with his Brother Captain. Very well done, good sir.

[@Faulkner108]

Note to myself, never to listen to Lamenters stories during the commute from work...... Tears, every damn time.

[@samusenkoproductions5357]

As a Lamenter's Army owner myself, I am utterly blown away, you and Tod did an amazing job with this and I can only hope that one day I am able to write storys as amazing as this, incredibly moving!

[@AVoxintheVoid]

I'm sure I speak for Tod aswell when I say how much these comments mean to us.

[@cobertorlunar9541]

The guys in yellow armor really have honor, At least the ultramarines seem to understand this. Once again, great job Vox, I loved it!

[@CRMSN_RDR]

Manius calghar does the ultramarines chapter master but the rest of the ultramarines dont and look at the lamenters with disdain and distrust

[@davidb7825]

If you ever listen to horrorbabble, they are immense with a host of H.P. Lovecraft content that will keep you entertained for hours. You guys are right up there, you have that narrating edge.

[@tychoMX]

The Lamenters are too noble for such a bleak setting. Thank you for voicing this story. This was outstanding. And I hate yellow.

[@AVoxintheVoid]

Many thanks Rod. It was an absolute pleasure recording this one. Wonderful piece of writing. Vox

[@ExoSquadOffical]

Perfectly put

[@grantkruger3689]

This is great. Really develops their care for the people, and their own humanity. "Last one to the chapel is a Mortifactor!" THAT'LL get someone moving... 😆

[@noahbasara8529]

I love the escalating sense of humanity as the story progresses. Showcasing why the lamenters are truly amazing. Even down to the individual.

[@indranillkh1470]

Truly an amazing story. The last part was just (perfect). My tears started to rumble out of eyes, yet smile never left my face. FOR THOSE WE CHERISH WE DIE IN GLORY BROTHERS. FOR DORN,FOR SANGUINISE, FOR THE EMPEROR. BUT MOST IMPORTANTLY, FOR HUMANITY.

[@TodTownsend40K]

Greetings everyone; I've finally got around to making a YT account - mostly so I can answer questions on KZbin regarding my 40K stories Paul has so graciously hosted on this channel. I am the author of 'Choices' (Black Legion), 'Decimation' (pre-Heresy Iron Warriors), 'No Good Deed' (Lamenters), 'Decent of the Angel' (Blood Angels/Sangiunius) and the upcoming 2-part Night Lords story currently in production. I will be as active in the comments section of my stories as much as my job allows (my social media presence is virtually non-existent, which is how I prefer it, as I am a very private person) so I can respond to questions/critiques. I'm glad my stories have been so well received by the Vox in the Void community and I look forward to sharing more 40K tales with you all in the near/far future ~ Ave Imperator, T.T

[@bocatt9202]

Really emotional ride. The Lamenters really are some of the best of the Astartes. Great reading vox.

[@AVoxintheVoid]

Thankyou brother 🤘

[@BaranZenon]

Being a Chaplain of the Lamenters, spanking into action all those guys out of their melancholie, cynicism and despair into cheerful action. Someone give that men a raise! :)

[@Gr33nOfGrundleburg]

"I shall follow at a dignified jog" Such a funny yet absolutely perfect line

[@imperialplebian2547]

For those we cherish! *We die in glory!*

[@VeraTepes]

You brought a tear to my eye. Very well done. I could feel all the emotional trauma brought up. The idea of saying no to a Halo could be considered heresy, but I can understand this guys reasoning. Very well done.

[@AVoxintheVoid]

I absolutely loved reading this story. Initially I was a little concerned about how a purely dialogue driven narration would come across but as soon as I began recording it I understood the need for more 'human' stories in the 40k universe. And noone writes human stories like Tod.

[@karolusthefirst4193]

Man you did it again, a grown man sitting here crying... For thise we cherish we die in glory

[@Nononononon111]

God you have the most incredible voice to portray the feeling and emotion between each marine able to go from sorrow to joy to hope all in the same tone with new energy for each section I absolutely loved every bit of the story!

[@AVoxintheVoid]

You're too kind Sean. I'm glad you enjoyed the narration and the performance. 💪

[@BloodBuffalo]

I listen to these in between audiobooks at work. I work alone outdoors thankfully cause this one got me emotional. My significant other struggles with an extremely severe mental illness. All stories of sons of Sanguinius helps. It's hard to be on the outside when you see someone swing from depression and hope so severely so frequently.

[@AVoxintheVoid]

I'm sorry to hear your partner is going through these troubles. I'm glad certain stories can help in some way for you. All the best to you both

[@StrengthScholar0]

Wow... I have never heard any piece of 40K lore that has communicated the humanity that astardes are capable of as better than this. As well as the culture that suppresses that humanity from being expressed.

[@lastmanstanding5423]

I didn't know I needed the image of Space Marines racing like kids. But I sure did need it. That was awesome! :)

[@caleblandrum8357]

"he holds me, and I allow myself to be held" a year or so after discovering this masterpiece, and that line still brings me to tears. To Tod Townsend and to A Vox in the Void, you're skills and passion have made this simple story into something I shall cherish for as long as I can, thank you for y'all's creativity and passion for 40k and the lore, you both are nothing but a cherished gift to this community. Thank you.

[@TodTownsend40K]

Thank you for your kind words, brother. I'm glad you enjoy the story to such an extent; it was a pleasure to write

[@simonbreytenbach747]

I felt this in my soul... That last bit... Holy god emperor... That was incredible...

[@AVoxintheVoid]

Thank you so much simon

[@simonbreytenbach747]

@@AVoxintheVoid giving credit where credit is due 🖤 Truly, this was the most inspiring thing I've heard in my entire life... So I had to say something... Thanks to you as well 🖤

[@nix-cipher]

Vox is a narrative beast of apocalyptic proportions!

[@AVoxintheVoid]

Why thankyou sir Nix! Hope you enjoy it if you're listening later?

[@ChillAssTurtle]

Yes.

[@thewolfpoet]

While I wasn't expecting this to be a conversation-driven story without any action/killing I throughly enjoyed it nonetheless. Being a Lamenter must be utterly exhausting/draining both mentally and psychologically since they are kind and empathetic while also being the Emperor’s transhuman angels of death. This story captured that struggle perfectly; the depression-attack was especially noteworthy. I also enjoyed the tender, lightly humorous ending. The Lamenters remain in touch with their human emotions - both negative and positive - even though they aren't truly human anymore. It's an awesome story and you did a great job bringing it to life. Thank you for sharing it with us

[@AVoxintheVoid]

My pleasure sir. I'm glad that the more human side of Warhammer 40k is appreciated by my audience. Tod is extremely talented when writing believable characters which makes my job a lot easier I can tell you!

[@Rogue.Rainbow]

I cried halfway throughout this video, I haven’t felt that many tears in a long time.

[@AVoxintheVoid]

Crazy how emotive this universe can be written in the right hands. It was a honour to narrate this piece

[@klaiken989]

I was close too tearing myself. This was absolutely heartbreaking and beautiful

[@exactinmidget92]

for those that dont know, this is a reference of the Corinth Crusade and more specifically the Liberation of Slaughterhouse III.

[@bluebowser3347]

i enjoy how vox shares stories about the warhammer 40K universe where characters show humanity and genuine care for one another

[@justinm.791]

Damn.....crazy this actually had me starting to get choked up.. Great read..great story....

[@ravenfields8968]

Just as the emporor intended , these mest babies treasure each others friendship and cause their not just friends they are best battle buddy's its even more special

[@ravenfields8968]

It was really enjoyable a treat when needed

[@NIL0S]

The lamenters care. In the grim darkness of the future, they still care.

[@Jon-rw4wg]

By far one of my favorite vox's you given us. I love the humanity of the lamenters. With your storytelling there is no substitute

[@Tie_Mu]

The end was just... It leaves an impression. The narration has been delivered, the story been told and it was powerful. If you have the ability to make someone feel for a story, that's a job done well.

[@mykelengieza7057]

this is a great story...and your voices, your tones inflections and emotion elevate it to a level the author never dreamed of reaching..sincerely that was epic...BRAVO

[@Chasseurhost1]

The story, the sounds and music, the ending, god the ending. I couldnt help but burst out a laughter of pure happiness, we need more stories like this, I love it so god damn much ! Let there be hope, dreams and happiness in this uncaring galaxy because for those we cherish we die in glory !

[@heavychainsaw7106]

I must say this video successfully turn me into a even bigger lamenters fan, amazing job and thank you!

[@AVoxintheVoid]

Thankyou so much, it was a pleasure narrating this wonderful piece of fiction. Props to Tod for his awesome writing

[@shouryajitbhattacharya2900]

Another tale on my favorite space marine legion! For those we cherish!

[@AVoxintheVoid]

We die in glory! I hope you enjoy the tale sir

[@shouryajitbhattacharya2900]

@@AVoxintheVoid why not? It's u after all

[@AVoxintheVoid]

@@shouryajitbhattacharya2900 superstar 💪

[@ChillAssTurtle]

Bro his bame is fucking antorilon...what an incredible name lol the fuck

[@AVoxintheVoid]

@@ChillAssTurtle I'm going to change my name legally to Antorilon...

[@robertwright5352]

This was incredible. The story and the narrative were delivered beautifully. I have not stopped to consider the depth of character that the Lamenters have, from their lore you can only ever see how much they sacrifice for an uncaring universe, yet do so gladly to protect those who otherwise would get consumed by that darkness. Yet the Lamenters keep going. Cursed. Dying in droves. They keep going and ask for nothing. Beautiful. "FOR THOSE WE CHERISH, WE DIE IN GLORY!!!"

[@danekrull7834]

Ive listened to this story more times than I care to admit... A beautiful and emotive story... Vox you will forever have my support.

[@Paradoxe44]

Great work as always !! Seeing the miniature I first thought that It was about the Marines Maevolent, thinking about it someone could make a good audio about them…

[@davebowman9000]

Another masterful achievement of narration and story-telling! LOVED THIS SO MUCH!!! Especially the ending. That so sweet and tender! Hope they get more of that.

[@AVoxintheVoid]

Thankyou David! I've really been lucky with the heartfelt pieces I have been sent. I love exploring the more human side of this universe!

[@davebowman9000]

@@AVoxintheVoid Here's hoping I can soon add mine to that. Been busy, haven't written much, sorry.

[@AVoxintheVoid]

@@davebowman9000 look forward to reading it!

[@lukefishlock2715]

I love this so much, so many of the Space Marine chapters have lost thier emotions and humanity. So when you get one through the eye of a "flawed" chapter such as the Lamenters who still have those such feeling that give them a dynamic that in my mind make them some what greater than those who do not. You can really feel his frustration, sorrow, guilt and in the end his excitement and joy as he steals that head start to race his Chaplin brother. As always great writing and narration. 😁👍👌

[@rayhanmustakim7073]

I've already read the story but hearing this in audio form really elevates the experience, keep up the great work man.

[@seelenverkaufer4861]

I love this. I shit you not, now this is one of my favorite stories... and not just 40k. Awesome. Thank you for sharing this.

[@AVoxintheVoid]

That is seriously humbling sir. Thankyou for your kind words, I'm glad you enjoyed the story and performance to that degree

[@SolSul]

This is one of my favorites by Voix in the void! Made me appreciate the lamenters alot more.

[@matt2202]

This was truly amazing, and I can relate. Thank you for publishing this!

[@tommynuker]

This is awesome, the technical production, the music and the vocal presentation, amazing. Leaves many professional readings sounding like an asthmatic squig. May the emperor protect.

[@WAcrobat19]

Shout out to Anteious and overall the Marines Errant during the Badab War. Mfs are actually one of the few that actually care for them, or at least have some semblance of respect

[@caleblandrum8357]

I have listened to this 5 times in a row, I can't explain how much I love this narration. I can only say bravo. Fucking bravo.

[@caleblandrum8357]

I keep coming back to this story, whenever I'm bored or don't know what I want to see/listen to, this is my go to. So much emotion in this story, and Vox you do it more than justice bringing it to life. It still almost brings me to tears at times, even tho I've listened to it idek how many times at this point. You have easily become my favorite KZbinr. Keep up the amazing work, I am so looking forward to anything you have yet to release.

[@TodTownsend40K]

@@caleblandrum8357 Hi Caleb, thank you for your kind words (I'm the author); when I first sent this story to Vox I was a bit worried he wouldn't want to narrate it because it was just two Space Marines talking, and no action. Fortunately he did, and it was very well-received. I am currently writing a prequel where we actually see Captain Rytcher refuse the Iron Halo. It's a bit too long for Vox to narrate so I will just post it on my AO3 account if/when I finish it. Thanks for your support ~ T.T

[@caleblandrum8357]

@@TodTownsend40K could you link that account? I've looked, to no success, and I would be ecstatic to read that if/when you finish it. Or any other stories you post on that website.

[@TodTownsend40K]

@@caleblandrum8357 The link should be on my channel's banner image and in my channel's 'About' section. If all else fails just type 'Preysight' into AO3's search engine (it's the only fic on the site with that name) and it will show up. My user-name is 'TodTownsend40K' (same as my YT handle)

[@SumDude129]

After listening to both Lamenters content....I need GW to let them have a legit clean win. Or something that other chapters will see as pure and not tainted in some way. They deserve it.

[@tipsy_hog]

To describe why the Lamenters are my favorite chapter, there's no better material than this.

[@captainfry2448]

a hopeful message AND no depressing twist at the end? you spoil us

[@AVoxintheVoid]

hey its got to happen at least once a year

[@C4bx732]

Why couldnt the Lamenters be placed with the Salamanders before Badab, these 2 chapters are the only chapters that truly still care about the mortal humans they fight for

[@chainswordappreciator3022]

The broforce

[@santymartin7383]

Hmm the crismon fist?

[@__mindflayer__]

@@santymartin7383 Crimson fists tend to not necessarily care if a world gets destroyed or if regular humans are killed. Yet they respect the regular guardsman.

[@carterbacon6232]

I love this so much bro, so much.

[@AVoxintheVoid]

I'm glad you enjoyed it this much my friend

[@adams5613]

You really bring the bipolar of the lamentors to life. It's a great story and as always you have beautifully brought it to life.

[@MADSAHAD]

The foot race at the end, simply beautiful......

[@oddcarl1]

I've been listening to several of your videos today. All of them were great, this one was beautiful.

[@mcchicken1849]

On today's episode of "Man I Feel Bad For the Lamenters". Poor guys often can't catch a break, due to luck and their conscience. No good deed truly does go unpunished for them in the hellscape of the galaxy, but even then they still do have good moments like this. Cool to see how despite their much more human emotions, they still have the mental strength of an Astarte. Overall, nice story. Goes to show not every story featuring Astartes doesn't have to be just war, but can be very emotional as well. Your voice of course really helped bring that emotional aspect to life, wouldn't have been nearly as hard hitting for me otherwise, great job.

[@Judge_of_Anubis05]

One of the few real defenders if humanity. Sanguinius would be proud.

[@Prophetofthe8thLegion]

It’s enough to make a night lord cry

[@LaurAgony]

By the Emperor, this was touching

[@NitroModelsAndComics]

I am dragged into his loss and failure. Very powerful.

[@evanceier8577]

I cant put my finger on exactly why but every time I finish this video towards the end it fills me with this choked melancholic joy

[@tonyfuller-destefano1566]

And somewhere Vulkan reincarnates to come and give this man a hug.

[@mattaffenit9898]

Such is the existence of the Ninth and its successors. A saddening thing to be reminded of, but inherently a part of who they are.

[@RobouteGuilliman-M41]

This was good. I'm no Blood Angels fan, by any means. I hate them, actually. However, for some reason, I've never had anything against the Lamentors, and this was a great story that only justifies my appreciation of them. Nothing like an Astartes of conscience, as well as duty. Normally, I don't listen to online stories, and I don't do audiobooks, but this was very well narrated and done.

[@jason.larsenthedanishgreek1226]

You're just jealous because deep down we all know Sanguinius was the TRUE slayer of Horus... but the Emperor had to put him down because it was the first and most powerful bl rage.... except the emperor underestimated the rage and got 💀'd

[@Doomseer]

How in the hell could you hate the blood angels!?.. They're the very appitimy of what space Marines should be in the grimdark galaxy of 40k where there is no time for peace, ONLY WAR!!..

[@RobouteGuilliman-M41]

@@Doomseer because they're overrated as all Hell, and their Primarch was a lying, psycho pretty boy that attempted to murder his own boys, thanks to not liking his opinion on an important topic; and wouldn't you know it, the Primarch was wrong.

[@thewolfpoet]

You're going to go into a bit of detail, bud. Are referring to when Sanguinius got mad at Amit after Amit openly proclaimed Horus had betrayed them all at Signus and threatened him? That wasn't an act of psychotic behavior that was a demigod having a visceral reaction to being stabbed in the back by the brother he loved the most. It sounds like your getting the Angel and the Lion mixed up. Also, when did Sanguinius lie? To whom and why? Also Sanguinius and Amit mended their relationship. Additionally Dante is the hero the Imperium totally needs right now. The BAs might be overrated, but there are solid reasons why Sanguinius and his boys are loved by the 40k fandom - if that annoys you so much then that's on you

[@RobouteGuilliman-M41]

@@thewolfpoet no, you're wrong. Sanguinius was a psycho, because only a psycho treats his subordinates like that. It was not a stab in the back, it was an observation. A correct observation, at that, that Sanguineous was too diluted to see, himself. No, I'm not getting anything confused with any other Primarch. The Imperium has the Primarch that it needs. A Primarch that is so genetically flawed, but it has spawned a legion of bloodthirsty psychopaths is not what the people need. In fact, Sanguineous sounds a lot like another winged psychopath created by the Corpse Emperor. Hm. He even LOOKS like the murderous, psychopathic "Angel". Hmm...

[@JV8116]

This was a wonderful listen. Thank you for this gift, Vox.

[@Faus4us]

What a wholesome moment between Astartes.

[@Bgh583]

Download this quickly before GW rob us of this fantastic story.

[@efrainp77]

God damn that was some good story telling. Thank you for this, and for the time and effort you put in to this

[@AVoxintheVoid]

Thankyou my friend! Make sure to check out the other pieces written by Tod on the channel. The PREYSIGHT series is a standout for me

[@efrainp77]

@@AVoxintheVoid will do my man and thank you once again

[@yopoxikeweapescai9066]

Bro this was just beautiful, thank you

[@TheTopo8798]

Last one to watch is a Mortifactor. Why tf all lamenters story are so great. We really need an book trylogy for them at least.

[@kayvaanmcsharrowkyn6901]

"LAST ONE TO THE CHAPEL IS A MORTIFACTOR!!" 🤣🤣🤣

[@lightseeker4155]

Not sure who wrote this but in doing so inadvertently wrote something akin to what it's like being extremely Bi-polar this one hit hard thanks for sharing Vox.

[@Derankii]

Man... I really wish there was a physical book for this.

[@galoo8276]

the story and narration make this one of your best and my favorite.

[@AVoxintheVoid]

That's amazing to read Jaloo. Thankyou so much

[@imperatorlightoneous1382]

What a phenomenal story to wake up to at 4am!!! Definitely awake now. Thank you for sharing this awesome story

[@AVoxintheVoid]

Glad to be part of your morning routine sir!

[@simplelogic933]

THE HUMBLE, THE BRAVE, THE SAVIORS OF OUR HUMANITY the Lamenters

[@highlordtedpool6081]

So good. Truly amazing. Thank you.

[@subjectbarnes]

This was a trip… I loved it!

[@jimmothydick6440]

I have to say the mental image of space marines running giddily through the halls of a battle barge tickles me a little bit. Imagine being some serf doing menial shit only to get barrelled over by a Robed space marine running full tilt.

[@NoMuse13]

CRAAAAAAAWLING IN MY SKIIIIIN!😭 All jokes aside though, the Lamentors are awesome. Cursed with the terrible burden of being some of the only sane people in a universe gone totally mad.

[@ChillAssTurtle]

Negativ 28 seconds in and I'm already having the time of my life. Praise be to *The Holy God Emperor of Mankind* beloved by all..

[@MO0NG00N]

This is phenomenal. Expressing emotions so much harder for a battle built Astartes than singlehandedly fighting a war. So great

[@boperatorbliw4579]

Beautiful! For those we cherish we die in glory!

[@commissaryarrick9670]

This was really good . The story and narration was perfect

[@AVoxintheVoid]

Really appreciate the kind words Justin