The history of Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 Picks up where the previous game left off: with Lieutenant Titus disgraced, demoted and volunteering to serve in the Deathwatch Corps of Front Line Warriors. As the Imperium prepares to reclaim lost territory from the clutches of its enemies, it is suddenly subjected to an attack by deadly Tyranids, a race of insectoid aliens bent on destroying everything in their path. Titus is forced to undergo the Primaris procedure, turning him into a stronger, faster version of himself, and return to the front lines in order to beat back the Tyranid threat.
[Warning: This article contains spoilers for the ending of Warhammer 40K: Space Marine 2.]
As a story set in the broad Warhammer universe, Space Marine 2 Linked with tons of context from the franchise’s sprawling lore. Although a standalone title, it can be a little confusing to try and set Space Marine 2 In a canon one is not known at all. The game also culminates in a sort of cliffhanger ending that reintroduces a central character from a previous game, while also simply setting up a sequel. All that is to say that Space Marine 2s ending can be confusing, especially for those new to the world of Warhammer – So here’s what happens in it.
Imurah is Warhammer 40K: Space Marine 2’s secret villain
The Thousand Sons Sorcerer Lord
middle of the road Space Marine 2A second threat (besides the Tyranids) is introduced: the Forces of Chaos, a cult devoted to supernatural disorder and corruption. When Titus tries to seize the astropathic relay, a device that would allow him to receive a distress signal to Chapter Lord Calgar about the Project Aurora super weapon, he is ambushed by a disguised Imurah. Imura is the sorcerer lord of the thousand sonsA faction of former marines who betrayed the Imperium instead of entering the service of Chaos God Zeench.
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It is then revealed that Project Aurora is more than just a super weapon: developed by Adeptus Mechanicus, a machine-obsessed cult, its purpose is to banish everyone touched by Chaos throughout the galaxy. Defeating Imurah becomes Titus’ new goal, and he and his allies pursue it across multiple planets, eventually coming into possession of Project Aurora itself. They prepare to use it to banish Imurah, but right after they do, the Sorcerer Master reappears. Imura reveals this He manipulated the mechanic in developing Project Aurora For his own evil purposes.
Imurah steals the Chaos artifact that powers Project Aurora, kills Titus’ ally Leuze, and uses a large obelisk to create a warp rift, through which he begins to summon his minions. Titus and his soldiers are tasked with shutting down the obelisk’s power source, while Marneus Calgar commands a contingent to keep Imurah distracted. The Space Marines are beginning to gain the upper hand, but the battle is far from over.
Imurah manages to lure Calgar into the Warp, a dimension of chaos, and holds him hostage. Titus embarks on a rescue mission, now fighting against Imura directly. While the Sorcerer Lord isn’t looking, Titus seizes back the artifact that powers Project Aurora, and secretly destroys it. When Imurah then tries to absorb the warp’s energy, he is unable to channel it through the artifact, and the resulting power overload kills him. Titus returns to the battle barge Resilient, where he is congratulated on a job well done.
How Warhammer 40K: Space Marine 2 sets up a sequel
Calgar’s Request and Titus’ New Mission
While congratulating Titus, Calgar takes Titus aside, explaining that he has another mission for him elsewhere. No details were given, other than that Calgar and Titus will immediately collaborate on this new mission. Titus quickly says goodbye to Gadriel and Chiron, his closest allies throughout the game, and prepares to depart with Calgar.
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Just like the first one Place Marine Game ended on a cliffhanger, So does it Space Marine 2 seem to set up a sequel with this cryptic final scene. It is unknown if there is an actual plan for the next installment; It seems like Calgar’s last words to Titus in Space Marine 2 are left ambiguous by design. However, it is clear that room is being made for an eventual sequel, in which Calgar will play a larger role as he accompanies Titus on some other mission to a distant world. What it looks like remains to be seen.
However, as Titus prepares to leave with Calgar, he meets another member of their new mission: Chaplain Quintus, who previously ordered him to join the Ultramarines instead of returning to the Deathwatch. Quintus removes his helmet for the first time, revealing that His true identity is LeandrosA former member of Titus’ troupe and a main character in Place Marine 1.
Who is Leandros in Warhammer 40K: Space Marine 2?
How Leandros relates the history and future of the series
The discovery of Quintus’ true identity is a major plot moment in Space Marine 2But it may be lost on those who are not familiar with the first game in the series. Leandros was Titus Squad member in the original Place MarineAnd admires Titus not only as his superior, but as the honest Ultramarine he aspires to be.
When Leandros accidentally opens a Chaos Gate, he discovers Titus’ natural resistance to the warp. As a result, he believes that Titus is an agent of chaos and a traitor to the Imperium, and so Report him to the Inquisition at the end of the game. This makes Leandros the cause of Titus’ eventual demotion and penance: Titus is eventually found guilty of treason, and sentenced to join the Deathwatch. Leandros even tells Titus at the end of Space Marine 2 That he will be watching him closely during their next mission.
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The rivalry between the two men will probably play a big role In the planned sequel. They represent not only old enemies, but also two different sides of an ideology: Leandros exhibits ignorant devotion to the Codex and the principles of the Imperium, while Titus prides himself on his sense of individuality and willingness to break protocol as the situation suits. The conflict will likely be at the heart of the third Place Marine game (if there is one), with Titus and Leandros vying for dominance and also trying to stay in Calgary’s good graces.
Space Marine 2The story campaign ends then and there with the Leandros reveal, but players are free to enjoy its multiplayer modes, or play through main and side missions with friends. Whatever comes next for Titus, Leandros and Calgar will have to wait for the hypothetical sequel to Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2.