Can astartes reproduce?

Even if they have sexual desires they can not procreate. This is straight from the Custodes article, creation and training where is is comparing Astartes to Custodes. As a further safeguard against distraction and as a biological control, both are of course incapable of procreation.

Are Space Marines able to reproduce?

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.

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).

Are Astartes biologically immortal?

i have to admit though that it's a definite possibility within 40k that gene-science had reached a level (or had reached by 30k) to impart senescence-immunity into astartes, but almost all astartes show signs of ageing so the majority of them are not immortal, effectively or biologically.

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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 Space Marine retire?

So Astartes never retire. They are made into ceaseless warriors, defending the Imperium and serving the will of the Emperor. There does not seem to be an observable age when their bodies break down. Dante, Commander of the Blood Angels, has lived and been fighting for more than 1,500 years.

Why are there no female Space Marines?

Reason #3.

Alan Merrett: “The reason there aren't female Space Marines has nothing to do with lore, or background or character of Marines. It's to do with simple logistics of making miniatures and selling miniatures.

Why are there no woman Space Marines?

There are currently no known female Space Marines, mainly due to the genetic problems mentioned by others. That being said, the possibility of that changing some point in the future has opened up a bit with the introduction of Primaris Space Marines.

Are Space Marine eunuchs?

Subject: Are Space Marines all eunuchs? Space Marine are officially steril and asexual (mentionned in their older codex and general fluff). They are chemically castrated but probably have genitals (but potentialy very underdeveloped).

Are there any female Space Marines Warhammer 40k?

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.

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.

Can Astartes get drunk?

Due to their bioengineered physiques, it is normally impossible for an Astartes to get drunk after ingesting ethyl alcohol.

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.

Are Space Marines genetically modified?

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

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.

Were there any female Primarchs?

Neither do orks, since they are an entirely asexual species. Theory: Well the Emperor did use his on DNA when foring the Primarchs. Theoretically, it is a form of asexual reproduction. The Primarchs can technically only be male.

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 Primaris fall to chaos?

Earlier this week the world, the galaxy even, was shocked by the news that Primaris Marines where turning renegade, falling to Chaos and going traitor. This news has spread rapidly, bringing joy to the hearts of traitors and cultists everywhere and confusion, anger, and sadness to loyal citizens.

What is Phobos Armour?

Mark X Phobos Power Armour is lighter and heavily streamlined. With greater mobility and servo-motors engineered to be silent, it is used most optimally in stealth and infiltration missions, often by Reivers and Vanguard Space Marines.

Will there be a Space Marine 2?

Saber Interactive's Space Marine sequel was announced at last year's The Game Awards with a fancy CGI trailer that confirmed the return of Ultramarines hard man Captain Titus, as well as a few GIFs' worth of gameplay.

What is the most popular Space Marine chapter?

How many Space Marines are in a legion?

A Space Marine Legion, unlike the 1,000-man Chapters of the present-day Adeptus Astartes created after the Second Founding at the end of the Horus Heresy, could number anywhere from 10,000 to more than 250,000 Space Marines, as well as the Legion's associated Imperial Army, logistical support forces and Armada ...

How long does it take to make a Space Marine?

Also note that building a Space Marine takes a while: anywhere from 2 to 6 years.

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.