Warhammer 40,000: Dark Heresy Reveals Companion Epione

Owlcat Games released a new trailer for upcoming cRPG Warhammer 40,000: Dark Heresy. The new video introduces companion character Epione Spes. A Chirurgeon Medicae specialist, Epione is investigating a mysterious disease ravaging the planet of Scintilla in the Calixis sector. In combat, she is able to heal allies’ wounds and keep them fighting, but is adept at close-quarter combat with her flamer and scalpel. Elsewhere, she can use her medical knowledge and analytical mind to help players in their investigations.

Set in the same universe as Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader, Dark Heresy sees players control an acolyte of the Inquisition in the backdrop of the catastrophic event known as the Noctis Aeterna. They embark on various investigations accompanied by their warband, which includes both loyal Imperials and xenos. The game is in development for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, with a release window not yet announced.