Malcadore is a fantastic character. There is so much to him, it’s unfortunate that he’s often overlooked.

Malcadore: **turns to dust** Me: “I’m not crying!... I’m not!”

Malcador believed in humanity not the post human. Always liked that

My favorite character. "'I am the reckoner, I am the judge, I am the scrivener of the Imperium,,, the evaluator of it's ocean of souls. I am the Sigillite. I am the Regent of Terra.At my command ,the fate of a million worlds is determined"

Malcador’s order preserved key artefacts from history: the earliest human pottery, Shakespeare’s complete works, Van Gogh’s paintings, etc. You can’t help but wondering if he had a copy of Rogue Trader.

Friend, Uncle, councilor,historian,curator, spymaster,head of assassins,bureaucrat, psyker and regent. A man of unplumbable depths. well done!

That take on Horus's and Malcadors confrontation is super interesting, and this scene about The Primarchs acting like imperial princes is something, I have always liked.

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‘Horus can be beaten,’ ‘He is a fanatic, and that’s how I know he can be beaten. Because beneath whatever horrors drive them, fanatics always hide a secret doubt.’ - Malcador the Sigillite. 'The Master of Assassins was a ghost among ghosts, known only to the leaders of the clades as one of the High Lords of Terra; but as to which of the Emperor’s council he was, that was left for them to suspect. There were five living beings who knew the true identity of the Officio’s leader...' 'For a brief moment, the man who stood at the Emperor’s right hand, the man who wore the rank of Regent of Terra, studied his careworn face in the curvature of the glass. Malcador was himself once more, the cloak of the Master of Assassins gone and faded, the identity shuttered away until the next time it was needed.' Khan told Malcador right before Siege of Terra that he knows that Malcador is Perpetual. And that he know it because Horus told him this before Heresy. Sangunius right before Siege called Malcador "dear uncle."

Damn, we get double Malcador today with you and Wolf Lord Rho. Is it Malcador day or what?

I think the Emperor did far more damage to the relationships of many of the traitor primarchs, then Malcador did. In their defense. I would say. Both the Emperor and Macador lived for thousands of years, through violence and turmoil before the primarchs were ever created. The Thunder Warriors, as an example; and many other projects including the primarchs were created first and foremost as tools of war. I think both the Emperor and Malcador cared about the primarchs but kept their focus on the end game. To the point of not realizing how much damage they themselves occasionally did. It could also be suggested that even considering the primarchs to be his children. Neither the Emperor nor Malcador had done much in the way of parenting is thousands of years. Also, both the Emperor and Malcador new bad things were going to happen were focused on the long term. Horus was being a egotistical child. It is not unsurprising that someone with a brutal and bloody history like Malcador would act first to put the spoiled child in his place. Instead of acting like a loving parent, concerned more for their child; then the future of all of humanity. It's easier to judge others on their failings. Then to face the reality, that we ourselves are rarely any better. Love your work! Keep at it.

I could listen to Baldemort read his grocery list. Lol these videos are now the only lore videos I watch anymore. The introductions are always bone chilling (grey knights and sisters of battle especially), but the part about Horus just needed a hug from his uncle left me in tears lol papa noooo!

Malcador took a backhand slap from Lorgar who thought himself tough. Bah... only proves how hardcore the Sigilite actually is and what a daft wimpy sod the Word Bearers' Primarch always will be.

What i like most about Malcador is how powerful he presents lore Magnus, Malcador could barely handle the strain of the Golden Throne despite his epicly powerful psychic prowess, yet Magnus was intended to take up that seat, transhuman or not the titanic psychic potency of lore Magnus...

I wonder how Malcador would feel about the Inqusition now, being genocidal, god worshipping pseudo-heretics. Would be pretty cool to see some part of him again :)

"Born to the Purple" nice reference :)

The humbling of Horus is by far my favorite scene in the lore. Yet another great video my friend, keep up the good work.

Still, breaking Horus windpipe and calling him ”boy”... that’s epic!

I was literally just thinking about when you were going to get around to covering Malcador. And lo and behold here we are.

Poor uncle malcador got a rough deal in the end. Having to die because of Magnus destroying the imperial webway and Horus having a massive temper tantrum.

What a fascinating perspective, and one I hadn't considered before. I think more than any other character in all of the lore, Malcador encapsulates the setting; Equal parts Malcador the Hero, and Malcador the Villain.

"My (very powerful ok but still) uncle bullied me once so I set the Galaxy on fire and murdered trillions of souls" Talk about the mindset of a child for little Horus. I love your take on the story but we gotta admit there's a little problem in proportional response here. Anyway I love your content and your take on the setting. And your VOICE damn, it's giving me heretical thoughts

Late night at work and I find the perfect bedtime story. Thank you yet again.

Another great narration Baldermort!!! I had no ideas about his conversation with Horus. You've reignited some old suspicions about him that i put to bed after being blinded by his apparent martyrdom. I have long thought (I'm new to this, so this may be a dated idea) that Malkador could have conspired with the lord's of terra to trap the emperor on the golden throne. It's possible they feared the Emperor and his "sons". It's obvious Malkador had an ambivalence towards the primarks. He clearly considered them tools. There's a chance Malkador wanted to "thunder warrior" the primarks, but the Emperor, due to his paternal love for them, wouldn't allow it. Knowing this, or perhaps trying to prevent this, HE stole the young primarks, giving them to new families in hopes they would grow distant and possibly indifferent towards the Emperor; their "father". That finding them in this way he could better mold their futures, and their ultimate demise. I don't think he would have necessarily wanted it to go that far, but clearly has no compunction about genocide. Thinking this the only way to end the primarks while simultaneously enslaving the Emperor on the golden throne. How else accomplish both those seemingly impossible feats??? I think Malkador wanted a more morally neutral world then the Emperors altruistic vision. I think Malkador would want to be worshiped like a God; like the Emperor. So he used hows powers to conceal this from the Emperor and orchestrate this disaster to bring about this very world. I doubt he ever expected any of the primarks to live long without him or the Emperor around, but he knew without their link to lost technology they couldn't make more.. sorry, long comment...

Brother Baldermort, you have blown my mind with this one. I always liked that story of Malcador humbling Horus but never viewed it through these lenses before. So thank you, honestly, thank you brother.

I really enjoy reading about Malcador and especially his interactions with the Emperor. The story of him playing regicide with the emperor was fantastic.

Wow, Baldermort! I just peeped your subscriber count at 14K and feel cool I was there since a thousand.

I can't praise you more ive run out of praise to give. Keep up your great work and grats on your continued success.

The background music for this one is a perfect choice. A shorter, but extremely powerful entry.

Aaah good, the second (Third if you ask magnus) most powerful human pysker to have ever lived. Too bad he really was insignificant compared to papa emps, dude burned up in under 24 hours on that throne... Just goes to show how absolutely ridiculously op the emperor is! Good video Lord Baldermort! Fantastic quality of narration as always!

Seriously how has this channel so view subscribers? These videos are Luetin level

Love your channel. Only just discovered it. Absolutely loving the necron details and the fact you are highlighting the niche and genuine implications of all of the factions and characters. Stefan Paszki loves this channel - END QUOTE

Earliest I ever been on KZfaq just what I needed after getting off work.

Thank you, Baldermort. Your benevolence is as inspiring as the tales you expertly convey. LONG LIVE MALCADOR THE HERO!

Wow- finding your channel today has been like unearthing a Great Pyramid at Giza by complete accident! First, your incredible and, in my opinion, unsurpassed lore video on the Raven Guard- my chosen Legion- and now, after I subscribed and decided to take a look around your site- I find, as one of the first videos, one focused on my absolute favorite character in all of Warhammer lore- Malcador. Again, thank you so much for your incredible videos- I’m going to have a blast going through your back catalogue. You are awesome.

Malcador had the power to erase memories so what horros he has done on gullimand and roguldon ? we may never know ?

just saw this new video about one of my all time favorite 40k characters on one of my newly favorite 40k channels, in my suggested video list, SWEEEET!

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Excellent Video! As much as I still hold that Malcador is and deservedly a hero, who followed his friends orders to the cost of his own life... I love how you so poignantly expressed, how stating 'the' cause for something of such depth as the heresy is the height of misguided... The cause falls upon so many, it leaves none in the imperium clear of conscience... Malcador, like horus reached heights of virtue, but nonetheless subject to irreparable actions with unintended, tragic consequences... The good does not wash out the bad, nor the bad the good... Both are still derserving of their respective praise, and disdain!

I NEVER in my life seen Malcador in any other way than a hero... But now? Holy shit, I AM SOOO HAPPY I FOUND THIS CHANNEL. Thank you Balder.

Ty for making another video. Great stuff, as always. Edit: Damn, actually made me feel bad for Horus. Impressive.

An interesting viewpoint brother, it certainly seems that malcador's actions may have set the scene for that tragedy that is the horus heresy. Another amazing video it's like Christmas every time one of yours comes out, keep them coming Santa lol

Quite unexpectedly, Horus laughed, loud and long. ‘You can’t even say it, can you,’ he said, incredulously. ‘You can’t even say his name.’ ‘Do not speak it,’ Malcador thundered, loading the words with psychic force that struck the primarch’s mind like a hammer to the forehead. Horus reeled, blinking away the pain. His brothers, too, seemed to feel the blow, along with every mortal still in the chamber. Even the Sigillite’s own ears rang, but he kept his voice firm and unwavering. ‘This was your father’s command, boy, and you all agreed to it. To disobey now is to break faith with the Emperor Himself.’ The primarch gave a wry, defiant grin. ‘My brother’s name was-’ Faster than human thought, Malcador’s empty hand snapped up into an arcane gesture long forgotten by any other living soul on Terra. ... Horus froze, his limbs locked fast within his armour. He shuddered uncontrollably, pressure building in his muscles as he fought against it. Slowly, Malcador stood, holding the primarch in place with the power of his mind, and nothing more.

It is hard to imagine that he was simply just a man. My own theory is that he was once a man with powerful psychic second only to the Emperor. He and the Emperor became friends. As Malcador reached the end of his life the Emperor gave a small part of his soul to keep Malcador alive. It is said that each of the Primarchs as given a aspect of the Emperor. Well we have Alpharius Omegon. The twin Primarchs said to be one soul in two bodies. Wouldn't that suggest the Emperor has the ability to divide his own soul? Hence be in two places at once? I am not saying Malcador was the Emperor but that he was kept alive because the Emperor shared his soul with him to keep his friend alive and thus enhanced Malcador's own natural abilities, life span and be able to take a back hand from Lorgar and live.

Man, I know I always give you good comments... But... I don't know what to say about this... In the World of Emcees, we would say "Dawg you murdered that s*•t." The depth of you counter point is well taken... Two defiinite ways to make people hate you 1)be different and unashamed of it 2)Belittle people when you have an advantage. I love Malcador, in my top 3 characters but the jury is in! Guilty... He made Horus his "b!?+h"! This was wonderful... Keep keep throwing what you throw....

As soon as I got this notification, I knew it would be pure Gold!

Malcador was one harsh Mom. lol. One of my theories is he was the last of The Men of Gold. great vid as always!

Fantastic as always my friend.. definitely think there’s more to come from this character as the Siege Of Terra series continues. Glad Nurgles Gift hasn’t managed to stop you putting out great content... Thank you My Lord, and The God Emperor protect you!

My Monday just got way better! This is one my my favourite 40k characters.

A fine theory... I would have to agree with that causality. Malcador is such a great character. wish there would be more.

Great Video, Malcador is always a mysterious figure in the 40k Lore. I have, recently, wondered if Malcador was a external part of the Emperor, some how psychically created. I have no evidance but just a odd thought.

Oh no. A Malcador video. this is going to be amazing.

Horus: " Bu... bu... why do you need a Council of Humans when you have Primarchs?" Malcador: " Bitch you ain't nothing special."

Stand. Begin slow clap that develops into a roaring applause. Malcador is my favorite 40k character, and I'm not saying you swayed my faith in the man, but definitely brought to light a whole new angle of thought.

I discovered you a few days ago, and in that short period of time you got like 800+ subs. But we all can hear why that is. Your voice can lead armys to battle, and encurage the frightened soldiers more effective, than the boltpistol of a commisar or even the presence of an angel of death! But it can, at the same time, also calm the wounded in their last moments in live. Keep it up, for the greater good for the dark Gods for the hivemind for Gork and Mork for the rest too and FOR THE EMPEROR!

Always love waking up to a baldemort video Malcador the lad

also Excellent video, specially the final statement. Loved it, keep it up.

Thank you for such an indepth video about Malcador. He is one of my (or maybe even the top) favorite characters in all of the WH40k setting.

Incredible take on him! I'm so used to him just being the tragic lackey that died for his Boss that I welcome so much this take of him as someone pwoerful in his own right. And your mastery of the lore shows on that confrontation so much! Incredible work, Brother!

Gruncle Malcador!!! Love this dude!:) wish he was still around!:)

Uncle Malcador cooked up a nice stew for the Chaos gods, didn't he? ;)

I love everything about this. I love that you put the blame for the Heresy squarely on the shoulders of men who are simply a little too callous with one another, who do not take the time to ensure that they are understood, and are all competing too heavily for the favor of an often too-aloof father figure. The Heresy becomes a human failing, and thus something that can be related to and an even greater tragedy. In many ways, this dovetails with 'the longest minute' (Same music as well, by the way-- nice touch). You are rapidly becoming my favorite lore source. thank you for the effort and thought that goes into what you do.

I had my friend who’s fairly new to Warhammer listen to this and by the end his jaw was on the floor. Love your content and you’ve got at least a few new viewers now.

Uncle malcadore. Haha can’t imagine dawn, Conrad or angron calling him that maybe sanguinius

Video starts, already liked. By the Emperor, the WH lore is awesome, and you make it just that much better. Thank you, kind sir.

17:55 that's rich coming from a superhuman, near immortal, that for some reason is staying in the council. He is as much removed from humanity as the man he was scolding

That's a really interesting way to look at that brother. I never thought of that being the start of the Hersey, but it makes sense

A bright spot in my quarantined existance. Thank you baldermort!

Your too-da-loo is great it reminds me of summer holidays spent in England, great holidays and great memories.

He was the last revealed piece in regicide, the truth teller, the jester. His sacrifice is what allowed the Imperium to "win" the Horus Heresy.

Excellent episode as always. It is so sad that the concepts you talked about in regard to the relationship between malcador and horus where were given such short shrift by the novels. Instead of harboring deep grievances and well warranted reservations about their future it felt like Horus went in to a snake hut and came out evil. A little more back story and nuance would have done the HH Novels a world of good.

Very interesting perspective on Malcador's potiential influence on Horus turning traitor. Thank you for sharing that.

Amazing work as per usual mate, you have quickly become one of the best 40k lore masters in the community imo

Woke up on my bday to this thank u best present ever Baldemort ❤️

This popped up in my feed and starting it I was like 'hay I know this voice', and of course, it's Boldemort, the distractubals narrator. Lots love love man, keep it up.

Necromunda lore in the future? I'd love to see some. As a narrator, sir, you have a voice that makes me sit up straighter when I listen to lore videos.

Loved the video! Good to see Malcador get some love. I never even knew that Malcador was not his real name.

I am new to the lore community and I find your style of narration to be the most enjoyable of them all! Thank you!

Hot dang!! Malcador was honestly my hero but hearing your perspective on why he was a factor for the Horus Heresy really puts a chink in that armor. I love it! On a separate note, I think that Malcador’s, let’s say, “dislike” of the Primarchs was a contrasting view with the Emperor’s over the future of humanity. Malcador believed in normal humans and that everything they did was to build a future where these humans could live in harmonious peace, life a culture and history. He understood the Primarchs as necessary tools to make that future a reality, but possibly disagreed with the notion that they were humanities’ next step as a species. The Emperor possibly had that belief and so there would be a everlasting debate between the two friends. It’s a pretty interesting debate too! Whether or not we should evolve to be God-like Primarchs or remain as we are, fragile yet miraculously resilient human beings. I haven’t read enough of the books to support my ideas but I’m inspired by your unique perspectives to dig deeper. Thank you Baldermort!

Awesome video as allways, love your videos there just 💥

No lie bro.....i have breen playing since 91 and have always loved the game and the lore, reading and re-reading my original rogue trader books. All your stuff is amazing! My kids (boy and girl) and i listen to your stuff for story time. They are 13 and 14, and because of you they have a better understanding of the lore. The way you give a story instruction about what your going to talk about helps put everything in perspective. Your ending, how you tell us to have fun. Seriously keep it up, and thank you!

Extremely insightful and thought provoking, wonderfully done!

Thank you, brother Boldemort.

Huh, yutube recommendations are being useful for once. Really great video and production! Lovely voice! *But now...how about papa guilliman?* :D

I honestly never noticed the 2 numbers on the chair of malcador, I wonder what it would really mean. I also really like your reasoning on how he indirectly started the Horus heresy, it would make sence. keep up the good work.

With all this info in mind, yes it's higly probable and almost certain that this precise moment is when the Horus Heresy began. In this moment, i don't blame Horus for feeling like his brother's were being cast aside like used and broken tools - and him fearing he was next when he was no longer needed.

Awesome stuff mate, never heard of this guy but was interesting

Malcador The Hero. A shining example of Horace's grave misconception that mere humans were incapable of being entrusted with positions of responsibility and power.

Seriously this is amazing, so rich and immersive. You have a real gift mate.

I think it would be cool if they made the shamens Atlanteans. That chaos tried to stop the making of the emperor and thats why the world was destroyed and we fell into a dark age. It would be a good pattern that made sense.

Fantastic work as always sir!

Malcador's confrontation with Horus just reminds me of the Thunder Warriors. Also, there is room in Malcador's history for a story akin to squad Dynastes of the Adeptus Custodes. Perhaps, like them, he was taken as a trophy of conquest by the Emperor. Perhaps, he and the Emperor were not always on good terms. Maybe he was not initially willing to serve the Emperor. I say this in reference to Malcador's supposed actions during Old Night.

I read 40k with your voice in my head Baldermort, you reliably give me goosebumps. your content is phenomenal. The community is lucky to have you!

Great narration!

Thank you for you lore! As a poor kid who can't afford codex books or armies this has been a amazing and addictive way to experience the 40k universe! So Thank you Sir!

BTW, I had NO knowledge of that meeting with Horus and yeah, it makes the Horus Heresy look a lot more justified now. Especially with how the Emperor regarded his "sons" in Master of Mankind.

Glad I found you, B. Gained a sub. Please keep up the awesome work.

I've thought this for awhile now. Much of the blame for the fall of Horus can be laid at his feet. The way big E and uncle M treated the primarchs lead to the heresy. The Emperor hide behind Malcador like a coward when he needed dirty work done and Malcador was all to willing to play the bad cop.

Wish i can have that voice! Nicely done job kind sir, keep up the good work!

I feel like if malcadore would have been around to oversee the Terran council he would be ashamed of the council of the 41st millenia