The Everchosen
Anointed by the Chaos Gods, this dread champion leads the eternal crusade against the light of Order.
The Everchosen is the dread title of Archaon, the Grand Marshal of the Apocalypse, who serves as the supreme champion of the Chaos Gods. Far from being anointed by Sigmar, Archaon leads the legions of Chaos in their relentless war against the forces of Order, including the Stormcast Eternals. He wields the power of the Dark Gods, commanding daemons, mortals, and monsters alike in a crusade to unmake the Mortal Realms. His existence is a testament to the Ruinous Powers' enduring commitment to destruction and corruption.
- Role
- Champion of Chaos and Warlord of the Apocalypse
- Affiliation
- Chaos, the Dark Gods
- Deity Patron
- The Chaos Gods (Khorne, Tzeentch, Nurgle, Slaanesh)
- Wields
- The Slayer of Kings (the daemon sword), the Armor of Morkar, and the Crown of Domination
- Status
- Active in the conquest of the Mortal Realms
Lore & Background
In the wake of the Cataclysm that shattered the old world, Archaon rose to become the Everchosen, anointed by the Chaos Gods to lead their forces. He was once a mortal who rejected Sigmar's light, embracing the dark powers to forge a path of annihilation. Clad in the Armor of Morkar and wielding the daemon sword Slayer of Kings, Archaon is a being of immense power and cruelty. He does not unite the forces of Order but instead commands the endless hordes of Chaos, from the bloodthirsty warriors of Khorne to the scheming sorcerers of Tzeentch. His journey is one of conquest and ruin, as he seeks to tear down the bastions of civilization and plunge the Mortal Realms into eternal darkness. His presence alone can shatter morale, turning hope into despair. As the chosen of the Dark Gods, he is the primary threat to Sigmar's realm, a living embodiment of Chaos's will to destroy.
In Their Own Story
The wind howled across the jagged peaks of the Realm of Azyr, carrying with it the scent of ozone and ancient rain. The Everchosen stood upon the precipice, their armor gleaming with a soft, ethereal blue light that seemed to pulse in rhythm with the storm clouds above. Below, the legions of Stormcast Eternals waited, their spears raised like a forest of lightning. With a deep breath that tasted of thunder, the champion drew their blade. It was not just steel, but a shard of Azyr's will made manifest. As they stepped forward to lead the charge into the swirling vortex of the portal, the sky seemed to bow in reverence. 'For Sigmar,' the voice echoed, not loud, yet heard by every soul present, 'and for all that remains.'
Reader's Guide
The power of the Everchosen is derived directly from the Realm of Azyr, the domain of storms and order. This energy manifests as a protective aura that shields the champion and their allies from magical corruption and physical harm. Wielders of this title are typically Stormcast Eternals who have been specifically chosen by Sigmar's high priests or through divine intervention during times of great crisis. They often carry artifacts such as the Stormsword, which can channel lightning to cleave daemons, or banners that summon gale-force winds to push back enemy lines. Rituals associated with the Everchosen involve the consecration of battlefields and the calling upon of Azyr's tempests to aid in combat. Famous artifacts tied to this role include various storm-lances and shields imbued with celestial fire, which are said to never dull against the forces of Chaos.
Did You Know?
- The title 'Everchosen' is exclusively associated with Archaon, the Grand Marshal of the Apocalypse, who is the champion of the Chaos Gods, not Sigmar.
- Archaon wields the daemon sword Slayer of Kings, a weapon that channels the corrupting power of Chaos and has slain countless heroes.
- The Everchosen leads the forces of Chaos against Order, serving as the ultimate antagonist to the Stormcast Eternals and Sigmar's armies.
- Archaon's selection as the Everchosen was a dark prophecy fulfilled, marking him as the herald of the End Times.