Are all Space Marines sterile?

Are Space Marines Sterile? The lore is pretty consistent on this subject. It seems that the radiation and other treatments that a prospective space marine is subjected to during the conversion process does render them sterile. Space marines can't reproduce sexually (probably for the best).

Can Space Marines reproduce?

So, whats the truth, or the closeste version to canon? Marines can reproduce, but they will spawn just normal humans, or they cannot reproduce at all? Astartes are still human in the mental department, they have more control on their psychological and stress factor than most humans.

Why are Space Marines sterile?

They (probably) can't reproduce with humans

Space Marine DNA is just too different to normal human DNA, so there is no chance to reproduce the natural way with human woman.

Why there are no female Space Marines?

There are already Sisters of Battle in 40k, very good all-female army. In-universe there cannot be female Space Marines, because all Space Marines are modified by geneseed coming from Primarch and Emperor himself, who are all males. Imperial technology is not advanced enough to modify female soldier.

Are Space Marines genetically modified?

Marines are human chimeras, or more accurately bio-borgs, not genetically modified humans.

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Were there any female Space Marines?

First of all, there WERE female Space Marines, way, way back in the earliest incarnation of Warhammer 40,000. Take a look at the page of Adventurers from the White Dwarf 99, in March of 1988.

Why can Space Marines spit acid?

Consisting of two glands that are implanted into multiple locations inside a Space Marine's mouth, including the inside of the lower lip, in the salivary glands or in the hard palate, these two glands working in tandem transform an Astartes' saliva into a corrosive, blinding acid when consciously triggered.

Do Space Marines get tattoos?

Some tattoos may even be vestiges of pre-Space Marine tribal markings or gang affiliations. Space Marines are recruited from hundreds of different human cultures so it is no surprise to see this reflected in some Astartes retaining the tattoos, scarification or warpaint of their homeworld culture.

Who is the oldest Space Marine?

Bjorn the Fell Handed: Oldest living loyalist space marine around, he's been there since the Horus Heresy.

Can a Space Marine remove his armor?

Yes, a Space Marine can remove his armour according to the Deathwatch core rulebook. The Deathwatch core rulebook's armour section explains that it takes around 30 minutes to remove or put on power armour with 3 chapter serfs (slaves).

Can a Space Marine have kids?

The Space Marines are engineered and conditioned to essentially be warrior monks, spending their entire lives fighting(which can last several centuries and even millennia). They cannot have children, are not allowed romantic relationships (as far as we know), and often outlive any mortal acquaintances that they make.

Are 40k Space Marines sterile?

Are Space Marines Sterile? The lore is pretty consistent on this subject. It seems that the radiation and other treatments that a prospective space marine is subjected to during the conversion process does render them sterile. Space marines can't reproduce sexually (probably for the best).

Can Marines have kids?

"The numbers are small, and we're comfortable with what we're doing." Under the Marine Corps' regulations: Single parents cannot join. Recruits who are married with one or more children require a waiver to get in, as do recruits who are unwed parents and pay child support.

Are Astartes asexual?

Confirmed in Canon: Most Space Marines are Asexual.

Is Space Marine immortal?

Due to the aforementioned gene-seed, Space Marines are nearly immortal when it comes to aging. While their life expectancy is greatly hindered as they engross their lives in war, after reaching adulthood, Space Marine's essentially cease aging.

How do Space Marines poop?

This may sound like a joke, but it is a serious question. I know that spacemarine's eat or gain nutrients ,but when, where or how do they go to the toilet. They go to a toilet. They're still humans.

Who is the strongest Space Marine?

Ultramarines. The Ultramarines are considered one of the strongest and most honoured of all the Space Marine Chapters in the Imperium of Man, and were responsible for almost single-handedly holding the Imperium together after the Horus Heresy.

How long do 40k Space Marines live?

The average age of a Space Marine who is dutiful to the Emperor and repelling enemies of the Empire is about 300-350 years. No Space Marine has ever been reported of dying of old age and all of them expect to die in battle against enemies of the Empire.

What chaos God is Alpha Legion?

Arkos the Faithless, also known as the "Scion of Alpharius," was the Chaos Lord of the Alpha Legion warband known as The Faithless. Since the Horus Heresy, this vile Chaos Lord has continued the Long War against the "Corpse Emperor" and His unwitting servants.

Why can't Marines tattoo their elbows?

The Marines call this “espirit de corps.” Though tattoos are still allowed over broad swathes of a Marine's body, certain areas, specifically around the knees and elbows are off limits, thus disrupting the ability to blanket ink from armpit to wrist or groin to ankle.

Can you have a full sleeve in the Marines?

Marines are now even allowed to have sleeve tattoos as long as the sleeve doesn't extend past the wrist. What is this? Marines have the opportunity to receive waivers for cosmetic tattoos that cover up scars and other body disfigurements. A waiver is granted by a commanding officer and offered on a case-by-case basis.

What do Space Marines wear under armour?

Power armour is an advanced form of powered combat armour, worn primarily by the Space Marines and the Chaos Space Marines, though suits have been created to be worn by mere mortals.

What do Space Marines eat?

Space Marines have been known to subsist on triglyceride gel and amino-porridge, as well as local wildlife hunted during their deployments. Some Chapters of the Adeptus Astartes have their own particular diets. The Dark Angels, for instance, are known to consume nutrigruel, carboloafs and vitamead.

Why are Adepta Sororitas all female?

The Sororitas are derived from the all-female Daughters of the Emperor, an all-female order cooped by Vandire during the Reign of Blood, in whose service they were named the Brides of the Emperor.