What Are the C’tan?
The C’tan are ancient god-like beings of immense cosmic power in Warhammer 40K. They were once worshipped by the Necrons and played a central role in transforming the Necrontyr into the mechanical Necron race.
QUICK FACTS
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Species | C’tan |
| Nature | Cosmic energy beings |
| Followers | Necrons (historically) |
| Era | War in Heaven |
| Status | Shattered into fragments |
EXPLANATION
The C’tan, often called the Star Gods, were powerful entities composed of pure energy that existed long before most civilizations in the galaxy. When the ancient Necrontyr discovered them, the C’tan were given physical bodies made from living metal.
The C’tan promised the Necrontyr power and immortality. Through a process called biotransference, the Necrontyr transferred their consciousness into mechanical bodies and became the Necrons.
However, the C’tan secretly consumed the souls of the Necrontyr during the process. Eventually, the Necrons rebelled against the C’tan and shattered them into fragments known as C’tan shards.
These shards still possess immense destructive power and are sometimes used by Necron dynasties as living weapons.
WHY IT MATTERS
The C’tan were responsible for one of the most important transformations in the Warhammer 40K universe: the creation of the Necrons. Their actions shaped the ancient galactic wars and continue to influence events in the present timeline.
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FAQ
Are the C’tan still alive?
Most C’tan were shattered by the Necrons, but fragments called shards still exist.
Why did the Necrons turn against the C’tan?
The Necrons rebelled after realizing the C’tan had betrayed them and consumed their souls.
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