I’m curious about whether Space Marines, both Loyalists and Chaos, have a particular fondness for their younger brothers who receive geneseed derived from fallen comrades. Is there any sense of connection or pride in these bloodlines, or does the Geneseed Tithe make it hard for surviving Marines to even know who received organs from previous brothers?
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Ultimately, it’s a bit subjective. Some Marines might feel a connection, while others don’t have the opportunity to form those kinds of bonds, especially if they never meet their younger brothers. Chapters could focus on their lineage and progenoid gland heirs, but many Marines might just see it as a part of duty rather than a deep emotional connection.
The Salamanders appear to cherish their connections, particularly with the Dark Krakens, one of their successor chapters. They seem to have more emotional ties with them than perhaps other chapters do. Overall, it’s a mixed bag—some chapters likely form bonds while others might not care as much.
In the lore, there are definitely some chapters that value lineage. For instance, in ‘Broken Crusade’, a Black Templar recognizes how much a Knight resembles his predecessor after receiving his geneseed. This shows that some sense of connection can exist, especially when they are aware of their brothers’ origins.
