Jade Paladins
GW canon
Summary
Saved from extinction by Primaris reinforcements, the Jade Paladins now model themselves on the Imperial Fists.
Lineage unconfirmed
Lineage Note (sources, uncertainties)
The Imperial Fists descent rests on the Chapter's own myths; its early history is lost.
Allegiance
Loyalists
Founding
Unknown
Homeworld
Praelax (death world, fortress-monastery Fortress of Nethal)
Colours
Metallic jade with white shoulder trim and white right knee pad; vehicles entirely white
Doctrine
Siege warfare and bolter weaponry
Epoch
M42
History
The Jade Paladins' early history is lost; their myths trace them to the Imperial Fists. Only after Primaris Marines saved them from extinction did they fully embrace the role of successor. In M42 they struck the Black Legion and killed the Chaos Lord who invaded Praelax.
Notes
Aspirants are grouped into Brethren and hunt Mega Geckos on Praelax as a rite of passage. The Chapter distrusts psykers: those found are tested and executed on failure; only two Librarians exist.
Additional Information
Founding, detail
The Chapter's own early history is lost
Sources
Lexicanum, article “Jade Paladins” (revision 658615, retrieved 25 Oct 2026): https://wh40k.lexicanum.com/wiki/Jade_Paladins. Works cited there: The Warhammer Community Podcast: Episode 12 - Space Marine Successor Chapters.