The Contemptor Dreadnought is a fusion of traditional technologies and arcane cybernetic lore, its impressive speed and strength fuelled by the powerful atomantic reactor that also supplies the defensive energy fields which further increase its durability. Though the Contemptor can be armed for a variety of battlefield roles, many Legion commanders prefer to specialise the walker's arsenal – equipping it with a pair of devastating heavy weapons particularly suited to eliminating enemy tanks, chewing through elite infantry, or shredding lightly-armoured foes.