The Space Marines of the Deathwatch safeguard the Jericho Reach against the galaxy's deadliest foes. Do not falter: arm yourselves with the best wargear and abilities the Deathwatch has to offer! Rites of Battle, a supplement for Deathwatch, offers the means to enrich and add detail to the adventures of a Kill-team in the Jericho Reach. A host of new character options allow for increased personalization with thorough "Create Your Own Chapter" and "Alternate Specialities" rules. Play a member of the Imperial Fists Chapter or one of the Successor Chapters that send Space Marines to the Deathwatch. Meanwhile, vehicle rules add a new dimension to gameplay and expand possibilities for adventure. Battle alien tanks with your Land Raider or prowl behind enemy lines with a Land Speeder Storm. Gain access to an extensive new armoury of weapons, armour, and relics from the armouries of Watch Fortress Erioch, or earn new special honours and distinctions to reflect your Space Marine's glorious victories! A valuable handbook for Space Marines of the Deathwatch, Rites of Battle contains everything needed to prepare a Deathwatch Kill-team for any mission. Rise to glory in the service of the Emperor!