Talk:Homunculus/@comment-107.77.215.32-20190211152055

Anatomy of an Astartes It takes a considerable deal of time to transform a normal human into an Astartes. They receive implants known as gene-seed which transform their bodies and give them superhuman abilities - making them capable of spitting acidic venom, absorbing the memories of the dead by eating their flesh, darkening their skin to protect it from radiation, and operating for long periods without sleep by switching off parts of their brains at a time.

Recruits are subjected to psycho-indoctrination and conditioning, strengthening their resolve and honing them into dedicated and merciless warriors. Not all recruits survive the brutal training of course, and not all are accepted.

And yet warhammer 40k considers them human? Why doesnt overlord?